Episodios

  • RS #191 - An Oooey Gooey Sticky Mess with Tommy Meehan | Squid Pisser

    RS #191 - An Oooey Gooey Sticky Mess with Tommy Meehan | Squid Pisser
    Mar 19 2024
    In the music business, there are the normies, there are the crazies, and there are the in-betweens. There also happens to be an unspoken netherworld that aligns with something a little stranger and sits outside the boundaries of pretty much everything you know.

    My guest today, Tommy Meehan, dislikes the comparisons to the influences of his youth, but it's hard not to hear the tones that built the man. His absurdist venom-spouting new act, Squid Pisser, is nothing I've ever heard before.. and that means something extra extra to me. The man is already a guitar god of the underworld who also just happens to be an incredibly warm human which seriously belies his altered state of a stage personality.

    Squid Pisser's new EP, 'Vaporize a Neighbor' and it's big brother, 'Vaporize a Tadpole,' is out on Bandcamp now and requires listening of a most scrutinous level. It's also recommended that you are looking for something a little confounding, a lot distorted, and that which oozes a bit from a two week old wound. It's disgusting, yet somehow, some way... once you pick the scab off, it's perfect.

    Welcome to the new world order of Squid Pisser.
    This is Rockstar Superhero.

    Time Codes:

    2:00 The insane vitality of the band
    4:00 Hanging out with GWAR
    6:30 Tommy's creative projects
    9:40 What if there were 3 Tommy's?
    13:15 Tommy will never be bored
    16:10 Being in a band is like polyamory
    18:20 How far is Tommy willing to go?
    21:00 Turned on by new sounds and the risk it takes
    23:40 Tommy isn't worried about the plan
    26:45 When did Tommy become possessed by the magic of music
    29:30 Tobi Vail started Riot Grrrl
    32:25 New record available via Skin Graft or Squid Pisser Bandcamp pages
    35:00 Ambitious metal punk

    Use of 'Liquified Remains' is provided by Squid Pisser and Skin Graft records, copyright 2023, All Rights Reserved.

    The Rockstar Superhero Podcast examines the personal lives and creative careers of your favorite classic rock artists. We are obsessed with understanding the inner workings of the music business and all that it takes to remain in the public eye for as long as possible. Join us as we pursue conversations with legends and legends in the making.

    Copyright 2024 Rockstar Superhero Podcast - All Rights Reserved

    Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.
    Más Menos
    37 m
  • RS #190 - The Hunt for the Soul with Anthony Jones | LoveLostUK

    RS #190 - The Hunt for the Soul with Anthony Jones | LoveLostUK
    Mar 12 2024
    For today's release, I am honored to have met and chatted with Anthony Jones of the significantly fantastic LoveLost from Southwest England.

    The band has recently released the mesmerizing single, 'Burnbright,' and the upcoming EP to follow will absolutely erase your brain's expectation of what modern music should sound like.

    LoveLost has a lot up their sleeve and this shining collective will prove their value. The near future is a wonderful place where their musical seed has already found a home.

    This is my interview with Anthony Jones of LoveLost and you're listening to Rockstar Superhero.

    The new single, 'Burnbright,' is graciously provided by LoveLost and Year of the Rat Records all rights reserved, 2024.

    Time Codes:

    1:15 How Anthony discovered Slipknot
    3:20 When bands aren't faking the anger
    5:40 What a first name means
    7:50 Why Anthony picked up the bass guitar from drums
    10:00 Advocating mental health in the music business
    10:52 LoveLost - 'Burnbright' - part 1
    12:00 The meanings behind the pricelessness of everything
    14:00 The requirements of love
    15:30 Studying music in college
    16:44 LoveLost - 'Burnbright' - Part 2
    17:20 No ego behind LoveLost
    19:20 Finding democracy in the music business
    21:00 Developing a fanbase community
    23:00 A discussion around Sleep Token
    25:50 When bands hide their identities
    28:00 Real fans will follow you to the ends of the Earth

    Copyright 2024 Rockstar Superhero Podcast - Rob Leland - All Rights Reserved

    Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.
    Más Menos
    30 m
  • RS #189 - Music is an Act of War with Scott 'WINO' Weinrich | The Obsessed

    RS #189 - Music is an Act of War with Scott 'WINO' Weinrich | The Obsessed
    Feb 12 2024
    Scott WINO Weinrich is everything I ever wanted to be when I grew up.

    He's a pure soul, a fantastic guitarist and vocalist and boy... does he mean business. It's not often you get to chat with a legend but this was all the things for me.

    Listen to the show, buy the incredible new record and go see this electrifying unit on tour. Tell everyone. For real.

    Oh and to quote Scott, "Create or die!"

    This is Wino of The Obsessed and you're listening to Rockstar Superhero.

    Time Codes:
    1:00 What was Scott trying to say with The Obsessed?
    3:45 Wanting to prove oneself to the Punks
    7:00 The best musicians from 1974
    11:00 Finding the right lead singer
    13:45 Stealing from the band
    15:40 Bringing in the Second guitarist
    16:20 The Obsessed - 'Daughter of an Echo'
    16:45 Giggling from ear to ear
    19:30 The Lifer Brigade and the Military
    22:30 Finally finding the bass
    25:30 Meeting Dave Grohl to do Probot
    27:00 The Obsessed - 'Stoned Back to the Bomb Age'
    27:50 Doing press everywhere
    30:20 How does Scott weather the storm of life?
    33:00 Money is money and art is art - Create or Die
    35:45 The new album hasn't leaked yet
    38:00 Next tour, next record

    'Daughter of an Echo' and 'Stoned Back to the Bomb Age' are tracks from the upcoming 2024 release "Gilded Sorrow," and are provided by Scott Weinrich, The Obsessed, Jeff Keller Management, and Ripple Music, All Rights Reserved 2024. Gilded Sorrow will be released February 16th, 2024.

    Interview courtesy of Jeff Keller Management and Purple Sage PR.

    Rockstar Superhero Podcast is a Copyright of Rob Leland, All Rights Reserved, 2024.

    Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.
    Más Menos
    39 m
  • RS #188 - From Ash to Thrash with Fates Messenger | Tony Maddocks and Ron D

    RS #188 - From Ash to Thrash with Fates Messenger | Tony Maddocks and Ron D
    Feb 5 2024
    Recently, an email arrived from a trusted promotional source in the UK, and much to my surprise it was to let me know about a new band that had risen from the ashes of a legendary metallic hardcore act. I was surprised that a favorite band of mine, Above All, had gone into indefinite hiatus.

    However, the same musical pause had birthed a new project that excited me because my buddy, Tony Maddocks, of the aforementioned Above All, had a new thing and he was fronting it. We had to get together to chat about it, so here we are.

    Gratefully, we were also joined by Ron D, a monster guitarist and songwriter who has partnered with Tony to create this new metal monster and breaker of souls.

    I'm happy to be one of the limited few that get to announce the splash of this coming release! This, ladies and gentlemen, is Fates Messenger, and you're listening to Rockstar Superhero.

    Time Codes:

    1:00 What is happening with Tony Maddocks?
    3:00 After the reunion show
    5:00 The legend that preceded him
    8:00 Production and technology has improved music
    11:30 The confidence in playing the material live
    14:20 Fates Messenger - SCARS - part 1
    17:20 Ron's musical story and future legend
    20:20 Driving around and screaming
    24:00 Everyone contributes to the songwriting
    27:00 Being distracted while recording
    29:20 Fates Messenger - SCARS - Part 2
    30:00 Tony's voice has matured over the years
    33:30 The purpose of others
    36:45 Stepping away from music only to come back around
    39:40 How do you explain what you sound like these days

    SCARS' provided for use by Ron D., Tony Maddocks, Fates Messenger, and
    All Rights Reserved.

    Special thanks to Jade Perry and Memphia Music Management for the connection to the band!

    Copyright 2024 - Rockstar Superhero and Rob Leland

    Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.
    Más Menos
    42 m
  • RS #187 - The Poetic Redemption of Love with Graham Russell | Air Supply

    RS #187 - The Poetic Redemption of Love with Graham Russell | Air Supply
    Feb 2 2024
    Graham Russell is a true musical icon.

    He and his musical partner of 46 years, Russell Hitchcock, formed Air Supply, the song writing super duo, in the early 70's and really never looked back.

    Graham's childhood was anything but normal, leaving him without a mother at a very early age. However, these stark beginnings formed in him in a sort of poetry that eventually found its way into the hearts of millions of fans, as Air Supply became a genre unto itself. He is, and will always be, a passionate man, loving his friends and family and especially his fans, with the deepest sense of love and commitment.

    This is my interview with a sweetheart of a guy, and the writer of songs that make men and women fall in love over and over again. Please enjoy this very special conversation with Graham Russell, on the Rockstar Superhero Podcast.

    Time Codes:


    Time Codes:
    1:00 The early days in the UK
    2:30 Becoming mute
    5:10 Air Supply is a rock and roll band
    8:00 How to be a professional entertainer
    10:15 How Graham got to Australia
    14:30 Air Supply is quite sincere
    18:00 The beautiful moments with his music
    21:30 Graham loves his role in the band
    24:50 How Russell and Graham met
    28:00 The band that makes babies happen
    31:30 Celebrity is a weird thing
    34:30 Being on the road forever
    37:00 Lunch with Princess Diana
    40:45 Another album in the future?
    43:30 Never quit. Ever.

    Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.
    Más Menos
    45 m
  • RS #186 - The Distinct Difference with Ben Fordham | Swarm6ix

    RS #186 - The Distinct Difference with Ben Fordham | Swarm6ix
    Jan 29 2024
    I might say this more than I'd like to admit, but this time I'm 100% positive that UK based trapmetal band, Swarm6ix, is new, inspiring, and confrontational. Lead singer, Ben Fordham, is a quiet and complex man and I'm beyond thrilled he's my guest today. Enjoy the conversation with this fantastic human.

    This is Rockstar Superhero.

    Time codes:

    1:00 What the heck is trapmetal?
    2:45 Getting out and having drinks
    4:20 Are Americans living to Swarm6ix?
    6:00 Ben's lyrics are intensely personal
    8:15 Is Swarm6ix fighting against bullying?
    9:50 SWARM6IX - SOCIAL SUICIDE
    10:15 Some people are assholes
    12:30 Ben's spirit preceeds him
    14:40 Speaking out on mental health
    16:30 Putting yourself out there
    16:40 SWARM6IX - LIPSTICK
    18:00 Assumptions on Ben's early life
    20:00 A fresh young mind
    22:00 The process of songwriting for Swarm6ix
    24:15 Ben is heading to Japan!


    The use of 'Lipstick' and 'Social Suicide' are provided and authorized by Swarm6ix, Ben Fordham, Saviour Management, and Out of Line Music. All Rights Reserved.

    Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.
    Más Menos
    26 m
  • RS #185 - Behind the Scenes: Artist Management 101 | Tom Burger

    RS #185 - Behind the Scenes: Artist Management 101 | Tom Burger
    Dec 18 2023
    Much has changed over the last 40 years, but Tom Burger, owner of TAB Music Management, stands on the cutting edge of a new approach to the modern music business. Tom is one of the leaders in the industry and today offers up a few insider secrets into the process of becoming established as a professional musician.

    This is my friend, artist manager Tom Burger.

    This is my show, Rockstar Superhero.

    1:00 Missing the boat to success
    2:40 Tom's network and the who's who of everything
    3:30 Getting into artist development
    6:00 Trying to fill the current void in music genres
    8:40 Attempting to get into management on his own
    10:40 The beauty of the artist experience
    13:15 Finding a way to pay the rent at the last minute
    15:30 Looking to be successful at all costs
    17:50 The success formula is all about filling the gaps with authenticity
    20:30 Picking the right contacts to push the artist forward
    23:00 What the artist believes about the power of a label
    26:00 Leaning into the fan base
    28:30 Not stealing revenue from the artist
    31:00 Streaming is the way to the heart of the modern music business
    34:00 What is more important: singles or albums?
    36:25 Publishing might be the most important part of the business
    39:00 Moon Walker coming to Seattle

    -----------

    Wanna be on the show? Email me at rob@rockstarsuperhero.com

    The Rockstar Superhero Podcast examines the personal lives and creative careers of your favorite classic rock artists. We are obsessed with understanding the inner workings of the music business and all that it takes to remain in the public eye for as long as possible. Join us as we pursue conversations with legends and legends in the making.

    Copyright 2023 Rockstar Superhero Podcast - All Rights Reserved

    Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.
    Más Menos
    41 m
  • RS #184 - The Lion in the Wardrobe with Liam O'Connell | My Octopus Mind

    RS #184 - The Lion in the Wardrobe with Liam O'Connell | My Octopus Mind
    Dec 12 2023
    Liam O'Connell is the vocalist and guitarist of My Octopus Mind, a Bristol based experimental rock band and one I've become a fan of in recent weeks. Liam is a kind and transparent guest, which makes him a perfect fit for our show. At times, our conversation was challenging, which made it worth the time to connect.

    Liam was openly candid about his life within the structure of music, the desire to overcome that which is seen as confusing or odd to an audience, and his complete satisfaction with playing to a small room of strangers taking a chance on his band. I hope you enjoy our conversation!

    My Octopus Mind is a high-energy experimental psych-rock four-piece comprised of drums, guitar, vocals and heavily effected double bass. Since their conception in 2017, the band has developed a wild form of experimental rock, taking a tongue in cheek ride through post-punk swagger and dysfunction, wonky riffs, balkan rhythms and moments of haunting grace. That last word means more than you know. Listen to our chat to learn why.

    'Trying To Be Normal,' the third studio album from Bristol's experimental psych-rockers My Octopus Mind is out now on vinyl via Drongo Records.

    This is Liam O'Connell of My Octopus Mind and you're listening to Rockstar Superhero

    1:00 Snippets of influence, especially Jeff Buckley
    3:30 Being introduced to Buckley and Radiohead at the same time
    6:20 Plumbing the depths of obsession
    9:00 Parts of Europe have great musical support
    12:00 A package of disparate influences
    15:00 Mystery White Boy
    17:10 My Octopus Mind - 'Sabertooth Monkey'
    18:40 The madness of being a creative
    21:20 Parents were eccentric musicians themselves
    24:50 The programming of success
    27:30 Listening through your own personal lens
    29:11 My Octopus Mind - 'Made Outta Gold'
    29:45 The ultimate sophomore album is...
    32:50 Falling in love with albums you hated originally
    34:39 My Octopus Mind - 'Minor Celebrities'
    35:40 Dan Reed before the grunge era
    38:30 Getting lost in a global market
    41:00 Connecting with an audience that is actually listening

    'Sabertooth Monkey,' 'Made Outta Gold,' and 'Minor Celebrities' are written and performed by Liam O'Connell and My Octopus Mind and are property of My Octopus Mind. All Rights Reserved.

    Artist PR courtesy of Memphia Music and Management. As always, I'm grateful for you, Jade!

    Copyright 2023 Rockstar Superhero Inc. - All Rights Reserved

    Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rockstar-superhero--4792050/support.
    Más Menos
    38 m