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Episode 47: 'One Way... Or Another' with Boone Froggett

Release Date: 05/01/2021

Episode 71: 'Fallen' with Vicky Psarakis

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Sicksense September and Season 4 of 'My Classic Album' come to an end as Vicky Psarakis joins Mike to chat about Evanescence's debut album 'Fallen'. 'Fallen' saw Evanescence and singer Amy Lee become superstars overnight. Together Vicky and Mike explore their love of the album and its importance in their teenage years. Which Meat Loaf song brought founding members Amy Lee and Ben Moody together? Why did the band shy away from their popularity in the Christian rock scene? How did 12 Stones singer Paul McCoy come to be involved on 'Bring Me To Life'? PLUS: Enjoy 'Make Believe', another...

Episode 70: 'Slipknot' with Robby J. Fonts

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This month has been christened 'Sicksense September' here on 'My Classic Album' as members of this fantastic new band join Mike to discuss the classic albums that have inspired them! First up it's Robbie J. Fonts (also of Stuck Mojo) who has chosen the debut album from metal legends Slipknot! Emerging from the Iowa music scene, Slipknot turned metal on it's head upon signing to Roadrunner Records and releasing their first album in 1999. As parents freaked at the masked ninesome, the youth found a band that spoke their language. What unbelievable measures did producer Ross Robinson go to...

Episode 69: 'Dirt' with Terry DeWit

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Deepfall vocalist Terry DeWit drops by My Classic Album to chat about Alice In Chains's uncompromising second studio album 'Dirt'. In the throes of a heroin addiction, AiC vocalist Layne Staley approaches 'Dirt' with unflinching honesty which still hits hard to this day. Together Mike and Terry discuss the state of the band and the world around them as they recorded the album that would make them one of the cornerstones of 90's rock. How did the 1992 Los Angeles Riots impact the recording of 'Dirt'? Which track on the album was inspired by an altercation where Sean Kinney broke a table over...

Episode 68: 'Orgasmatron' with Tim Atkinson

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Leader of Down's Tim Atkinson joins Mike on this edition of 'My Classic Album' to celebrate the album that ushered in a new era for Motorhead... 1986's 'Orgasmatron'. From a member of the Motorhead fan club to forming a band with their legendary guitarist Wurzel, Tim has a truly enviable perspective of the Motorhead story with today's chosen album being Wurzel's first with the iconic band. Why did Lemmy not appreciate the production on 'Orgasmatron'? Which song on the album was nearly the title track? (and in turn inspired the epic artwork) How did the presence of two guitarists for the first...

Episode 67: 'Hybrid Theory' with Bryan Kuznitz

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The best selling debut album of the new Millennium gets the 'My Classic Album' treatment as Fame on Fire vocalist Bryan Kuznitz joins Mike to chat about Linkin Park's 'Hybrid Theory'. An important album in both Mike and Bryan's formative years, together they discuss the early days of one of the biggest bands of the 21st century and how 'Hybrid Theory' is still influencing music over 20 years on. How did Chester Bennington react to the record label's attempts to oust Mike Shinoda from the band? Were the synths on 'Crawling' inspired by new wave bands such as Depeche Mode? Which song includes...

Episode 66: 'Deja Vu' with Arran Day

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Arran Day from UK rockers These Wicked Rivers drops by 'My Classic Album' to chat with Mike about 'Deja Vu' from Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young! Already a force to be reckoned with as a trio, the addition of Stephen Stills's former Buffalo Springfield bandmate foreshadowed an album that would inspire many including Arran for decades to come. How much creative involvement did Neil Young have on the album? Which historic musical event hosted only the second performance of CSNY? What personal memories does 'Our House' evoke for Arran? PLUS: Enjoy These Wicked Rivers and their track...

Episode 65: 'Little Earthquakes' with Loz Campbell

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30 years after its initial release, Tori Amos's debut album is still inspiring musicians including Loz Campbell who joins Mike to chat all things 'Little Earthquakes'. On a crusade to make the piano more than a passive instrument, Tori created an album that kickstarted a critically acclaimed career. Which professional wresting legend has singled out 'Winter' as his favourite song? How did Tori react to her label rejecting her initial recordings for 'Little Earthquakes'? Who is involved in an upcoming graphic novel inspired by songs from the album? PLUS: Hear 'Bad Girl', the...

Episode 64: 50 Years of 'Argus' with Dan Morris and Martin Turner

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50 years after its initial release, Wishbone Ash's third studio album is still influencing rock bands the world over. In a special anniversary episode of 'My Classic Album', Mike is joined by Firekind bass player Dan Morris to celebrate the album 'Argus'. From hearing it around the house in childhood to touring with founding Wishbone member Martin Turner, Dan's emotional connection to the album is evident making him just one of generations of musicians inspired by this iconic album. What albums did 'Argus' beat to be named Sounds magazine's album of the year? In what way are the opening lyrics...

Episode 63: 'Bayou Country' with Tyler Baker

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Mike is joined by Goodbye June guitarist Tyler Baker as they enter 'Bayou Country' with Creedence Clearwater Revival! The first of three studio albums released by CCR throughout 1969, Tyler and Mike discuss how the band took the world by storm with their swamp rock sound. Which popular TV show recreated the 'Born on the Bayou' riff for it's transitional scenes? Who does Tyler believe recorded the definitive version of 'Proud Mary'. CCR or Ike and Tina Turner? What does 'Keep On Chooglin'' mean? PLUS: Enjoy 'Step Aside', the opening track from Goodbye June's latest album 'See Where The...

Episode 62: 'Blizzard of Ozz' with Sammy Boller

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All aboard!!! Guitarist extraordinaire Sammy Boller stops by to chat with Mike about 'Blizzard of Ozz', the iconic debut solo album from the Prince of Darkness himself Ozzy Osbourne. Together Mike and Sammy celebrate the album that resurrected Ozzy after his dismissal from Black Sabbath and hail the ungodly talent of guitarist Randy Rhoads. How much of an influence has Randy's guitar playing been on Sammy? Why were the contributions of Bob Daisley and Lee Kerslake removed from the 2002 remaster of 'Blizzard of Ozz'? Who fought for Randy's classical instrumental 'Dee' to remain on the...

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Lauded as 'the American Led Zeppelin', the tale of American rockers Cactus is the encapsulation of sex, drugs and rock 'n' roll. On this edition of 'My Classic Album', Boone Froggett from Kentucky rockers Otis introduces Mike to Cactus's second album 'One Way... Or Another'

Wild shows with singer Rusty Day arrested before the encore and drug fuelled tours with the likes of Black Sabbath served as the backdrop for the album sessions with 'One Way... Or Another' playing a significant but underrated role in the development of hard rock and metal in its early years.

Which legendary British singer was close to becoming the voice of Cactus?

In what ways can Boone spot the influence of Eddie Kramer who helped produce the album?

Is 'Big Mama Boogie Pts 1 & 2' one of the defining moments in the storied career of drummer Carmine Appice?

PLUS: Enjoy music from Otis with their 2020 single 'Lyndales'.

AND 50 years from the release of 'One Way... Or Another', hear 'Tightrope', the title track from the NEW Cactus studio album!

The legacy of Cactus comes full circle on a special episode of 'My Classic Album'

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Music Credits: 'This Is Rock' by Silvia Marchese

'Lyndales' by Otis (an independent release played with permission from the artist)

'Tightrope' by Cactus (with thanks to and permission from Cleopatra Records. Released from the new studio album 'Tightrope' available now!)

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