Audio Ink Radio With Anne Erickson

We're welcoming true rock royalty onto the show: Def Leppard (@DefLeppard) drummer Rick Allen (@RickAllenLive)! Not only is Allen a celebrated drummer; he's also a fantastic artist. In this exciting show, Allen joins Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) to discuss his "Wings of Hope" artwork and why he chose to create art of the late, great Eddie Van Halen, as well as what's new with Def Leppard, what is was like getting inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and more. Buckle up for this one! Link up with Anne on social media at https://ItsMeAnne.com, and follow Audio Ink Radio at https://AudioInkRadio.com!

This episode brings the metal! Anthrax drummer Charlie Benante joins Anne Erickson to talk about his new solo album, "Silver Linings," how he met his girlfriend, Carla Harvey of Butcher Babies, how music helped him through the lockdown period, the new Anthrax "Among the Living" graphic novel and much more. Anne also discusses seeing and photographing Anthrax on Slayer's farewell tour. Listen loud! Be friends with Anne on social media at https://ItsMeAnne.com, and follow Audio Ink Radio at https://AudioInkRadio.com!

Myles Kennedy (@MylesKennedy) of Alter Bridge (@AlterBridge) and Slash's (@Slash) band has a new solo album out, "The Ides of March," which shows off his musical breadth. Kennedy joins Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) to talk about the new album, plus the two delve into when to expect new Alter Bridge music and what it's like working and writing with Guns N' Roses legend Slash. Is Slash intimidating in the studio or is he simply a cool guy? This is an in-depth, reflective chat that you won't want to miss! Link up with Anne on socials at http://ItsMeAnne.com, and follow Audio Ink at http://AudioInkRadio.com! XO

Who doesn't love a good party anthem? After this past year, let's face it, it's time to party. From Kiss to Usher to Christina Aguilera, Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) discusses some of the greatest party songs and anthems of all time in this new episode. She gets into a range of genres, so there's something for everyone. Who can forget songs like "Dirrty" from Christina Aguilera and "Rock and Roll All Nite" from Kiss? Classics! Anne also reminisces about some of the songs on the list. Join the party and listen to the show! Link up with Anne on socials at http://ItsMeAnne.com, and follow Audio Ink at http://AudioInkRadio.com. XO

It's such an honor to have legendary Pearl Jam (@PearlJam) guitarist Stone Gossard (@SGossard) on the show. As one of the founding members of Pearl Jam, Gossard knowns pretty much everything about the early '90s Seattle scene. He and Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) discuss his record label, Loosegroove Records, and their new release from early Seattle punk band The Living, a band which featured a teenage Duff McKagan. It's a fascinating discussion on Seattle history! Link up with Anne on socials at http://ItsMeAnne.com. Follow Audio Ink Radio, the publication, at http://AudioInkRadio.com. Get inked!

Legendary metal vocalist Geoff Tate (@GeoffTate) joins Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) to discuss his upcoming album with Sweet Oblivion, "Relentless," and why he's against labeling bands and putting them into a specific genre. Tate also reminisces about his time fronting Queensryche and his favorite albums with the band. Finally, Tate and Erickson discuss the return of live music. Link up with Anne on socials at http://ItsMeAnne.com, and follow Audio Ink Radio, the publication, at http://AudioInkRadio.com! XO

One of metal's greatest voices, Simone Simons (@SimoneSimons) of Epica (@Epica), joins Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) on the show to talk about the band's new album, "Omega," and more. Simone and Anne also discuss what it's like being a woman in metal music today compared to when Epica was starting out. "Women in the scene are more prominent and also more respected or accepted for the fact that we have talent and can work hard and can succeed," Simone says. Link up with Anne on socials at http://ItsMeAnne.com, and follow Audio Ink Radio, the publication, at http://AudioInkRadio.com! XO

Why should Metallica hits such as "Master of Puppets" and "Nothing Else Matters" get all the fun? Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) discusses the most underrated Metallica songs of all time, from "Bleeding Me" to "Escape!" Did you know Metallica have only performed "Escape" once live? Learn more fun tidbits about James Hetfield and company on this episode of the show! Read the full Audio Ink Radio feature here: https://audioinkradio.com/2021/02/underrated-metallica-songs/ Link up with Anne on socials at http://ItsMeAnne.com, and follow Audio Ink at http://AudioInkRadio.com! XO

Before Chester Bennington was a world famous rock star in Linkin Park, he cut his teeth in Grey Daze, a cutting-edge band out of California with an edgy alternative sound. In this episode, Sean Dowdell (@seandowdell) from Grey Daze (@therealgreydaze) joins Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) to talk about the memory of Bennington, the band's new "Amends...Stripped" album, a new Grey Daze album on the way and much more. Dowdell and Bennington were best of friends, so this is an insightful episode for any Chester fan. Link up with Anne on socials at http://ItsMeAnne.com, and follow Audio Ink at http://AudioInkRadio.com! XO

It's never easy when a band loses a key member and decides to forge ahead, but a handful of bands do it successfully. Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) discusses some bands that have switched lead vocalists and found great success, such as AC/DC, Killswitch Engage, Iron Maiden and Queensryche. Then, talented Queensryche (@Queensryche) vocalist Todd La Torre joins the conversation to talk about his deeply personal solo album, "Rejoice in the Suffering," and more. Link up with Anne on socials at http://ItsMeAnne.com, and follow Audio Ink at http://AudioInkRadio.com! XO

What are the hottest podcasts of the moment, from music to lifestyle to finance? Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) discusses the podcasting trend and breaks down some of the best podcasts to listen to right now! She covers a wide range of different topics, including shows from Oprah, Prince Harry, Metallica and Kiss fans, Adam Carolla, Bill Simmons, Clark Howard, Conan O'Brien, Michael Cohen, Kate Hudson, Joel Osteen, Marc Maron and more. Join Anne on socials at http://ItsMeAnne.com, and follow Audio Ink at http://AudioInkRadio.com! XO

There are those who follow trends, and then there are those who make the trends. German metal guitarist Michael Schenker is the latter, having forged a unique guitar sound for five decades and counting. On this episode, Schenker (@MW_Schenker) joins Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) to talk about his new album, "Immortal," his love for guitar and why he's closed the chapter on his time with UFO and the Scorpions. Anne also discusses why she hopes Mudvayne reunites this year! Also, make sure to link up with Anne on socials at http://ItsMeAnne.com, and follow Audio Ink at http://AudioInkRadio.com! XO

Welcome to the new season of the Audio Ink Radio show for 2021! Andy Biersack (@AndyBlack) from Black Veil Brides (@BlackVeilBrides) joins Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) to talk about the band's new single, "Scarlett Cross," and why there's a "huge misconception" when it comes to how much rock music is out there and the popularity of the guitar with younger listeners. Rock is not dead. It's far from it!  Also, make sure to link up with Anne on socials at http://ItsMeAnne.com, and follow Audio Ink at http://AudioInkRadio.com! XO

Happy New Year, and welcome back to the Audio Ink Radio podcast! This first show of the year features Trans-Siberian Orchestra drummer Jeff Plate, one of the most talented drummers on the scene. Plate and Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) talk about his side project, Alta Reign, as well as his love for late Rush drummer Neil Peart. Plate also discusses how strange it felt to be off the road during the holiday season. Link up with Anne on socials at http://ItsMeAnne.com, and follow Audio Ink at @AudioInkRadio! XO

Happy holidays, and Merry Christmas to you! Wishing you and yours an incredible holiday. I'm so ready for 2021! ;) Here's a special holiday show) featuring the talented Brian Wheat of Tesla (@TeslaBand. In the chat, he and Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) talk about his new book, "Son of a Milkman: My Crazy Life in Tesla," his friendship with Joe Elliott of Def Leppard and much more. Link up with Anne on socials at http://ItsMeAnne.com, and follow Audio Ink at @AudioInkRadio! Happy New Year, and blessings to you! XO

What a year. It's the year nobody expected, but we're almost through it, and at least the year was filled with some incredible rock and metal releases! Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) discusses the best albums of the year, from AC/DC to Sevendust to Ozzy Osbourne. Mmmm, yes, there was some good stuff. ;) For the full story, Audio Ink Radio's Top 60 Rock and Metal Albums of the Year, head to http://AudioInkRadio.com. Link up with Anne on social media at http://ItsMeAnne.com, and don't be shy! Happy New Year, and blessings to you! XO

We have a hardcore legend back on the show: Hatebreed guitarist Wayne Lozinak (@WayneLozinak)! Wayne and Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) talk about the new album from Hatebreed (@Hatebreed), the band fronted by Jamey Jasta, "Weight of the False Self." They also talk about losing the great Eddie Van Halen and Frankie Banali, the state of metal music and more. Happy holidays, and please subscribe! Link up with Anne on Facebook and Twitter at http://ItsMeAnne.com and support the publication by linking up on socials at http://AudioInkRadio.com. XO

It's time for another great episode! Jeff Scott Soto wears many hats, from being a part of the Trans-Siberian Orchestra and Sons of Apollo to his time in Journey. He joins Anne Erickson to talk about his new solo album, "Wide Awake (In My Dreamland)," his time with Journey, the loss of Eddie Van Halen and more. Happy Thanksgiving to you! Link up with Anne on Facebook and Twitter at http://ItsMeAnne.com and support the publication by linking up on socials at http://AudioInkRadio.com. XO

I'm so hype to have Josh Todd of Buckcherry (@Buckcherry) on the Audio Ink Radio podcast this week. Anyone who has been to a Buckcherry show knows he throws it down! The band has a live stream show this week, so that's a hot topic on the episode, plus Todd and Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) talk about the band's new album, which they're recording right now in Nashville. Link up with Anne on Facebook and Twitter at http://ItsMeAnne.com and support the show by linking up on socials at http://AudioInkRadio.com. XO

Alter Bridge (@AlterBridge) and Creed (@Creed) drummer Scott Phillips is a guest on Audio Ink Radio this week! Big thanks to Phillips for taking the time to join Anne Erickson (@AnneErickson) to talk about the band's new EP, "Walk the Sky 2.0," the possibility of a Creed reunion, new music and more. Link up with Anne on social media at http://ItsMeAnne.com at http://Twitter.com/AnneErickson. Keep up with rock news and more at http://AudioInkRadio.com. XO