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SHOCKWAVES/HARDRADIO PODCAST #31: Host Bob Nalbandian discusses metal music and the state of the music business from an A&R perspective with one of the most respected and knowledgeable record company executives when it comes to metal music: Roadrunner Records A&R chief Monte Conner. In this 45-minute discussion Monte talks about the history of Roadrunner Records, gives advice to young metal bands in search of a record deal, and talks about the future of the recording business as well as the future for heavy metal and extreme metal. Also on this episode Bob Nalbandian lays out yet another 10 classic metal riffs/leads for the biggest contest in Shockwaves/HardRadio history! You must listen to this episode for your chance to win a brand new Peavey PXD series guitar!! SHOCKWAVES/HARDRADIO PODCAST #30: The Metallica Episode! Host Bob Nalbandian pins down journalist and author of the official Metallica illustrated chronicle; So What! The Good, The Mad, and the Ugly, Steffan Chirazi, as well as Lars's earliest metal comrade and NWOBHM connoisseur John Kornarens for an extraordinary 3-way conversation exploring the earliest years of Metallica's unbelievable journey into becoming the world's biggest heavy metal band. In this profound conversation, the three share their very earliest experiences with this monumental band as well as discuss such compelling topics as Metallica's early LA club performances, the impact of the No Life Till Leather demo and the contributions from the original/former band members, as well as the controversial "selling-out" issue. This is without question one of the most candid and intriguing conversations ever recorded about the early Metallica days told from the very people who were right there in the mix. SHOCKWAVES/HARDRADIO PODCAST #29: The Great JUDAS PRIEST Debate! On this episode host Bob Nalbandian is joined by head of A&R at Roadrunner Records, Monte Conner and author Martin Popoff to discuss and debate on Judas Priest's extensive career as they examine the band's entire catalog. This exclusive 3-way conversation ties in with the release of Martin's band new book on ECW Press entitled Judas Priest: Heavy Metal Painkillers. SHOCKWAVES/HARDRADIO PODCAST #28: The NAMM 2008 Episode. Host Bob Nalbandian conducts interviews live from the NAMM convention in Anaheim, CA. This episode is jam packed with interviews from a variety of rock/metal artists including: David Ellefson (F5, Temple of Brutality, Iron Steel), Gene Hoglan (Forbidden, Strapping Young Lad), Carlos Cavazo (Quiet Riot), Dennis Casey (Flogging Molly), Juan Garcia (Agent Steel), Ron Keel (Keel, Steeler), Mike Stone (Queensryche), and other great performers and industry insiders. SHOCKWAVES/HARDRADIO PODCAST #27: Host Bob Nalbandian interviews Rammstein/Emigrate founding guitarist Richard Kruspe. This episode also features part II of the NWOBHM special with interviews of Cliff "The Riff" Evans from British punk/metal pioneers TANK and Paul Dianno's KILLERS as well as an interview with Cloven Hoof vocalist Russ North. SHOCKWAVES/HARDRADIO PODCAST #26: With Vinnie Paul, Gary Holt and vintage Ronnie James Dio. SHOCKWAVES/HARDRADIO PODCAST #25: Year-end Anniversary Best-of Special. SHOCKWAVES/HARDRADIO PODCAST #24: With Brian O'Brian and Martin Popoff. SHOCKWAVES/HARDRADIO PODCAST #23: With John Bush and William Irwin. SHOCKWAVES/HARDRADIO PODCAST #22: The Second Indie Rock/Metal Music Podcast. SHOCKWAVES/HARDRADIO PODCAST #21: With Billy Milano, Lizzy Borden, and Tim "Ripper" Owens. SHOCKWAVES/HARDRADIO PODCAST #20: With John Gallagher, Brian Ross, and Peter Haworth. SHOCKWAVES/HARDRADIO PODCAST #19: With John Strednansky and Leif Edling. SHOCKWAVES/HARDRADIO PODCAST #18: With Lonn Friend. SHOCKWAVES/HARDRADIO PODCAST #17: With Marty Friedman. SHOCKWAVES/HARDRADIO PODCAST #16: With Glenn Hughes abd Herman Rarebell. SHOCKWAVES/HARDRADIO PODCAST #15: With KK Downing and QUEENSRYCHE guitarist Mike Stone. SHOCKWAVES/HARDRADIO PODCAST #14: The Indie Rock/Metal Music Podcast. SHOCKWAVES/HARDRADIO PODCAST #13: The 2007 NAMM Special. SHOCKWAVES/HARDRADIO PODCAST #12: With Rob Halford SHOCKWAVES/HARDRADIO PODCAST #11: With Vinny Appice and Rev Jones. SHOCKWAVES/HARDRADIO PODCAST #10: With Joey Vera and Jason McMaster. SHOCKWAVES/HARDRADIO PODCAST #9: With Dave Ellefson and John Bush. SHOCKWAVES/HARDRADIO PODCAST #8: Interview with author Martin Popoff. SHOCKWAVES/HARDRADIO PODCAST #7: Guests Dino Cazares and Kevin Estrada. SHOCKWAVES/HARDRADIO PODCAST #6: Guest author Joel McIver. SHOCKWAVES/HARDRADIO PODCAST #5: GIGANTOUR 2006 Special. SHOCKWAVES/HARDRADIO PODCAST #4: Guests Bill Hale and John Strednansky. SHOCKWAVES/HARDRADIO PODCAST #3: Guest Tobe Baad. SHOCKWAVES/HARDRADIO PODCAST #2: Guest Patrick Scott. SHOCKWAVES/HARDRADIO PODCAST #1: This debut podcast features Guest Katon De Pena from HIRAX.
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