Foreigner, legendary rock band that has led a monumental career for almost 50 years, takes the stage for this KLOS Helpful Honda Rock Room! Following an exclusive interview with the newest member of the KLOS family Nik Carter, the renowned band then performs a power acoustic set in our intimate private studio. Watch the full…
Tim Montana has been giving hope to the future of rock and roll through his raw and authentic music. The talented singer/songwriter/guitarist joins Matt Pinfield for this episode of New & Approved! Tim and Matt discuss his recent album “Savage” which also happens to be Tim’s first full length rock album, how radio skyrocketed his…
Rickey Medlocke, founder of Blackfoot and member of Lynyrd Skynyrd, joins Matt Pinfield for this episode of New & Approved. Ricky and Matt discuss the musical lineage in Ricky’s family, his friendship with Skynyrd guitarist Gary Rossington, joining Lynyrd Skynyrd in the early 1970s, forming Blackfoot, the Rickey Medlocke Band, what the future looks like…
Steve Lukather, the vivacious vocalist and guitarist of the legendary rock band Toto, joins Matt Pinfield for this episode of New & Approved! Lukather and Matt discuss Toto’s current tour, playing in Ringo’s All-Starr Band, his favorite travel destinations, how he found his love of music as a child, and much more! Keep up with…
Chris Jericho is a wrestler, vocalist of heavy metal band Fozzy, and the ultimate rock fan! Chris joined Matt to discuss the KISS festival “KISS Cancer Goodbye,” Fozzy’s 25th anniversary tour, covering Abba’s “SOS”, his greatest rock heroes, Fozzy’s future plans, and a whole lot more! Keep up with Fozzy here: https://fozzyrock.com Listen to New…
Duff McKagan, bassist of Guns N’ Roses, sat down with Matt Pinfield for an intimate conversation at the KLOS Helpful Honda Rock Room. They discuss McKagan’s experiences growing up in Seattle, moving to Los Angeles, meeting Slash and Steven Adler and forming Guns N’ Roses, his greatest inspirations, McKagan’s latest solo album “Lighthouse,” and much…
Photo by Getty Images Last week, drummer Zak Starkey announced he was let go from The Who after being a member for 29 years. According the son of legendary Beatles drummer Ringo Starr, the band accused Starkey of overplaying during their recent shows at the Royal Albert Hall. While performing “The Song is Over” at…… read more »
Photo by Getty Images Queen’s legendary guitarist Brian May surprised Coachella attendees when he appeared during singer/songwriter Benson Boone’s set. The 77-year-old rocker and the 22-year-old vocalist performed Queen’s epic Bohemian Rhapsody on the main stage during night 1 of the massive festival. Despite undergoing a minor stroke seven months ago, May seemed to be…… read more »
Although it was released half a century ago, Toys in the Attic could have been recorded yesterday. After gaining momentum with their first two records, Aerosmith’s third studio album shot them up another level on the rock and roll ladder when it was released on April 8th, 1975. From Steven Tyler’s wailing screams, the ripping…… read more »
Photo by Getty Images According to a statement posted by Blondie, their longtime drummer Clem Burke passed away at the age of 70 “following a private battle with cancer.” Burke started with Blondie shortly after they formed in 1975 and has appeared on everyone of the band’s albums. “Clem was not just a drummer; he…… read more »
Photo by Getty Images Fleetwood Mac guitarist Lindsey Buckingham and Fleetwood Mac drummer Mick Fleetwood have reunited! The two legendary musicians have been working in the studio together for the first time since Buckingham was fired from the band in 2018. Apparently, Fleetwood is working on a new solo album which Buckingham will be contributing…… read more »
Photo by Getty Images Roberta Flack, virtuoso singer and pianist whose voice has enchanted the world for decades, passed away yesterday at the age of 88. Flack was most known for her No. 1 hit songs “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face” and “Killing Me Softly With His Song,” which transcended the genres…… read more »
