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#60 Ronnie James Dio | The Sacred Heart Interview 1985

#60 Ronnie James Dio | The Sacred Heart Interview 1985

In this episode, we have one of the greatest heavy metal vocalists of all time, Ronnie James Dio. At the time of the interview in 1985, Dio was 43 years old and was promoting his Sacred Heart album and tour. In the interview, Dio talks about filling Ozzy Osbourne’s shoes in Black Sabbath, a mystical experience that almost killed his wife, his thoughts on Ritchie Blackmore’s playing, and his metal all-star project Hear ‘n Aid.The interview is conducted by a new Tapes Archive contributor, Canadian music journalist and author Steve Newton. During his four decades as a freelance music writer, he has interviewed everyone from AC/DC to ZZTop. We highly recommend that you head over to his Patreon page patreon.com/earofnewt and check out over 340 of his exclusive interviews. For only $5, you get full access. We are not paid for this endorsement; we truly feel it’s money well spent.Link to Newton's Patreon page: https://bit.ly/3WQBr9SFor zero money, you can head over to Newton’s website, earofnewt.com, where he has posted more than 3,000 of his interviews, album reviews, concert reviews, and horror movie reviews.Link to Newton's website: https://bit.ly/3ij9GIa00:00 - Intro01:41 - Start of the Ronnie James Dio interview01:53 - The Sacred Heart tour02:42 - His project Hear ’n Aid and whose playing on it04:05 - How he writes music while watching sports04:33 - What his first instrument was and if he liked it05:10 - His love for classical music and how it relates to guitar players06:21 - Why anyone can like classical music07:15 - What other singers he admires08:12 - How well Sacred Heart is doing sales wise08:58 - If the PMRC has affected him09:24 - If he’s interested in the occult09:53 - His strange mystical experience while recording Rainbow’s “Long Live Rock ’n’ Roll”10:15 - An evil spirit who tried to kill his wife, Wendy Dio10:55 - Filling Ozzy Osbourne’s shoes in his former band Black Sabbath12:50 - What he thinks of Ozzy’s solo music13:37 - If he thinks Heaven and Hell paved the way for a resurgence of heavy metal13:49 - His favorite tunes he did with Black Sabbath14:19 - If he wants to produce other bands14:55 - If it’s true he has a degree in Pharmacy15:05 - If he’s still friends with Ritchie Blackmore and what he thinks of his guitar playing15:41 - His thoughts on Yngwie Malmsteen16:05 - His kindness to Steve Newton Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#60 Ronnie James Dio | The Sacred Heart Interview 1985

#60 Ronnie James Dio | The Sacred Heart Interview 1985

In this episode, we have one of the greatest heavy metal vocalists of all time, Ronnie James Dio. At the time of the interview in 1985, Dio was 43 years old and was promoting his Sacred Heart album and tour. In the interview, Dio talks about filling Ozzy Osbourne’s shoes in Black Sabbath, a mystical experience that almost killed his wife, his thoughts on Ritchie Blackmore’s playing, and his metal all-star project Hear ‘n Aid.The interview is conducted by a new Tapes Archive contributor, Canadian music journalist and author Steve Newton. During his four decades as a freelance music writer, he has interviewed everyone from AC/DC to ZZTop. We highly recommend that you head over to his Patreon page patreon.com/earofnewt and check out over 340 of his exclusive interviews. For only $5, you get full access. We are not paid for this endorsement; we truly feel it’s money well spent.Link to Newton's Patreon page: https://bit.ly/3WQBr9SFor zero money, you can head over to Newton’s website, earofnewt.com, where he has posted more than 3,000 of his interviews, album reviews, concert reviews, and horror movie reviews.Link to Newton's website: https://bit.ly/3ij9GIa00:00 - Intro01:41 - Start of the Ronnie James Dio interview01:53 - The Sacred Heart tour02:42 - His project Hear ’n Aid and whose playing on it04:05 - How he writes music while watching sports04:33 - What his first instrument was and if he liked it05:10 - His love for classical music and how it relates to guitar players06:21 - Why anyone can like classical music07:15 - What other singers he admires08:12 - How well Sacred Heart is doing sales wise08:58 - If the PMRC has affected him09:24 - If he’s interested in the occult09:53 - His strange mystical experience while recording Rainbow’s “Long Live Rock ’n’ Roll”10:15 - An evil spirit who tried to kill his wife, Wendy Dio10:55 - Filling Ozzy Osbourne’s shoes in his former band Black Sabbath12:50 - What he thinks of Ozzy’s solo music13:37 - If he thinks Heaven and Hell paved the way for a resurgence of heavy metal13:49 - His favorite tunes he did with Black Sabbath14:19 - If he wants to produce other bands14:55 - If it’s true he has a degree in Pharmacy15:05 - If he’s still friends with Ritchie Blackmore and what he thinks of his guitar playing15:41 - His thoughts on Yngwie Malmsteen16:05 - His kindness to Steve Newton Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#59 Tony Iommi (Black Sabbath) 1984

#59 Tony Iommi (Black Sabbath) 1984

In this episode, we have Black Sabbath’s guitarist and the godfather of heavy metal, Tony Iommi.At the time of the interview in 1984, Iommi was 36 years old and was promoting Black Sabbath’s Born Again album and tour.In the interview, Iommi talks about Ian Gillian joining Black Sabbath and blowing up his boat, thoughts on Ozzy Osbourne remaking old Sabbath tunes, the Born Again live show, Randy Rhoads, and how he really did disturb the priest. The interview is conducted by a new Tapes Archive contributor, Canadian music journalist and author Steve Newton. During his four decades as a freelance music writer, he has interviewed everyone from AC/DC to ZZTop. We highly recommend that you head over to his Patreon page patreon.com/earofnewt and check out over 340 of his exclusive interviews. For only $5, you get full access. We are not paid for this endorsement; we truly feel it’s money well spent.Link to Newton's Patreon page: https://bit.ly/3WQBr9SFor zero money, you can head over to Newton’s website, earofnewt.com, where he has posted more than 3,000 of his interviews, album reviews, concert reviews, and horror movie reviews.Link to Newton's website: https://bit.ly/3ij9GIa00:00 - Intro01:44 - Start of Tony Iommi Interview02:07 - Ian Gillian joining Black Sabbath02:21 - Playing Deep Purple’s Smoke on the Water03:02 - Why Ronnie James Dio left Black Sabbath03:22 - The addition of Bev Bevan from ELO03:58 - If former Sabbath drummer Bill Ward will be back04:13 - The story behind Black Sabbath’s song Disturbing the Priest04:50 - Blowing up Ian Gillian’s boat05:18 - The comparison between Black Sabbath’s debut album and Born Again06:10 - His thoughts about former bandmate Ozzy Osbourne’s music06:22 - What he thought of Randy Rhoads06:34 - On Ozzy remaking old Black Sabbath songs07:06 - Black Sabbath’s influence on other bands07:46 - What music does he listen to08:11 - A very surprising favorite song of Iommi’s08:23 - Talks about Born Again’s live show.09:33 - Iommi plays a bit of a joke on Newton09:58 - Why growing up he did not think he would play the guitar10:26 - His main influences on guitar10:48 - How he doesn’t actually play a Gibson SG11:58 - His current amps Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#58 Steve Vai | The Eat 'Em and Smile interview

#58 Steve Vai | The Eat 'Em and Smile interview

In this never before-heard 2016 interview, Vai talks with author Greg Renoff about the landmark David Lee Roth album Eat ‘Em and Smile. At the time, it was the 30th anniversary of the iconic album.In the interview, Vai talks about the song he thought he wrote but didn’t, the jock that wasn’t happy with Vai, the rumored Kim Mitchell song, and the infamous Lucky Strike reunion show that didn't happen.The interview is conducted by Greg Renoff. Renoff is the author of two Amazon best-sellers and a must-read for music fans. Van Halen Rising: How a Southern California Backyard Party Band Saved Heavy Metal and Ted Templeman: A Platinum Producer's Life in Music. If you haven't read these books, do yourself a favor and go get them now. Read Greg Renoff's article based on this interview over on Guitar World. https://bit.ly/3eMS1Xf00:00 - Intro Steve Vai interview01:20 - Start of Steve Vai interview02:00 - The first time David Lee Roth called Vai02:17 - Pete Angelus and the Fabulous Picasso Brothers02:42 - Who was involved with the choreography03:19 - If Aerosmith was involved04:44 - Was the Kim Mitchell song Kids in Action recorded?05:16 - Other possible guitar players05:56 - What Vai has no memory of06:58 - The song Vai thought he wrote, but didn’t09:39 - What Roth’s name for Kids in Action was and why10:18 - Leaking to the press10:53 - Getting a hold of Roth12:25 - Early memories with Roth13:54 - The jock vs Vai story15:00 - The very first Roth concert he played16:23 - How Roth was his final mentor17:49 - If Roth’s movie was originally for Van Halen18:34 - If he’d do a reunion with the Eat ‘Em Smile band19:27 - The infamous Lucky Strike concert Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steve Vai - His First 30 Years | Audio Documentary

Steve Vai - His First 30 Years | Audio Documentary

PLEASE WATCH ON YOUTUBE. https://youtu.be/ui_kEJ7C3O0The documentary has hundreds of Vai-centric facts and stories that even the most ardent fan will not have known. Complete with a Vai’esque quirky sense of humor, the video covers Vai’s life growing up, attending Berklee College, playing with several artists like Frank Zappa, Alcatrazz, the David Lee Roth band, and Whitesnake, the recording of both his solo albums Flex-Able and Passion and Warfare, plus Vai’s role in the movie Crossroads, and how he helped create the JEM guitar.To watch the video version https://youtu.be/ui_kEJ7C3O0Other information, photos, etc. can be found here: https://bit.ly/3B9P0ZHLink to Arlen Roth's SoundCloud https://bit.ly/3cLQHTL Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Black Sabbath - Master of Reality | The audio documentary

Black Sabbath - Master of Reality | The audio documentary

PLEASE WATCH ON YOUTUBE. You can watch the video version here. https://youtu.be/A6GTf6rOepQWe take a look at Black Sabbath's masterful third album Master of Reality.For more information including other credits, articles, and images, please go here. https://bit.ly/385aj2LTimestamps:00:00 - Start00:43 - Intro01:19 - Evil Woman and Paranoid02:29 - Changing Management03:07 - Jim Simpson is fired03:37 - Sabbath plays Top of the Pops04:22 - Was Sabbath a bubblegum band?05:13 - John Peel hates on Sabbath06:04 - Sabbath’s Peel Sessions06:35 - John Peel talks about Sabbath07:05 - Sabbath’s ban on singles07:41 - Sabbath and Satan08:54 - First attempt going to the US10:14 - Confusion with Black Widow11:31 - Sabbath using Satan for their benefit13:08 - Coming to America13:55 - The trial of Charles Manson14:35 - Arriving in the United States15:01 - Sabbath’s first concert in the United States16:20 - Blowing the Small Faces off the stage16:43 - Playing the West Coast17:02 - Smoking Angel Dust with Joe Walsh17:55 - Was there a parade in Sabbath’s honor?18:40 - Ending the year 197020:06 - First day in the studio20:42 - Spanish Sid21:14 - Weevil Women 7121:30 - Paranoid comes out in the United States21:52 - Myponga Festival22:13 - Denied entry to Japan22:44 - The Four Musketeers23:10 - Touring the United States for Paranoid23:50 - Playing Union Catholic High School25:53 - Returning to England26:31 - Ozzy and his first family28:10 - Master of Reality will be heavy29:05 - Tunning down30:17 - Why they called the album Master of Reality30:37 - Sweet Leaf33:51 - Ghost Titles34:28 - After Forever34:49 - Geezer Butler as a priest37:59 - Children of the Grave39:15 - Mars Bringer of War40:13 - The Haunting41:04 - Orchid42:07 - Lord of this World44:14 - Solitude45:52 - Tony Iommi in Jethro Tull47:35 - Into the Void49:09 - Soundgarden does their version of Into the Void51:35 - Various versions of Master of Reality53:25 - Master of Reality Radio promo54:02 - Black Sabbath’s Golden Ticket55:01 - Reception of Master of Reality55:46 - Nobody but the public digs Sabbath57:00 - Outro57:36 - Credits Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Black Sabbath - Sabotage | The audio documentary

Black Sabbath - Sabotage | The audio documentary

PLEASE WATCH ON YOUTUBE.https://youtu.be/CH8c4TKrIOoSabotage is the sixth studio album by metal pioneers Black Sabbath, released in 1975. It was recorded in the midst of litigation with their former manager Patrick Meehan. The stress that resulted from the band’s ongoing legal woes infiltrated the recording process, inspiring the album’s title.This documentary looks at all the drama surrounding the band at the time and how shady managers took advantage of Sabbath’s kind nature. The video also examines every song on the album and offers up unearthed facts some fans may have never known.– Intro– Writing and Recording Sabotage– The Tale of the Mangers– Why Sabbath needed to break away from their first manager– Don Arden’s thugs– Jimmy Page gets Threatened– Don Arden making moves– The introduction to Patrick Meehan Jr.– Jim Simpson sues the band– Some Sabbath Success– Sabbath starts to crack– Tony Iommi collapses– A religious freak tries to stab Tony– Manipulation by Management– California Jam Festival– Quotes from Ozzy/Geezer/Tony on Meehan– The dark reality of their finances– The worst part– Does Sabbath even need a manager?– Don Arden comes back– The shadow cast from Patrick Meehan– Crap Compilations– Meehan robbing Sabbath– Sabbath is beginning to fracture– Crank it up! “Hole in the Sky”– “Don’t Start (Too Late)”– Symptom of the Universe– “Megalomania”– “Thrill of It All”– “Supertzar”– “Am I Going Insane (Radio)”– “The Writ”– The band Queen diss track– “Blow on the Jug”– The Making of Sabotage’s Album cover– Reception of Sabotage– One more stick in the gut by Meehan– Closing thoughts– Who made this video?Credits:Editor/Writer/Voice/Producer: Alan BerryCo-Writers:Mark EnochsJason C, aka GodshifterFor all credits go here https://www.thetapesarchive.com/black-sabbath-sabotage-documentary/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#57 Joey Ramones (The Ramones) interview 1988

#57 Joey Ramones (The Ramones) interview 1988

In this episode, we have the Ramones’ frontman, Joey Ramone. At the time of this interview in 1988, Ramone was 37 years old and was in Japan for a tour.In the interview, Ramone talks about whether he considers The Ramones a punk band, the most exciting time in music history, how most bands lack originality, and whether rock and roll have paid him back for all of The Ramones' contributions. The interview is conducted by Steve Harris. To learn more about Steve, please check out our podcast-only interview with him, which is out now. You can find the podcast at thetapesarchive.com.In the interview, Ramone talks about:The distinctive sound of The RamonesHow most bands lack originalityThe most exciting period for musicHis admiration for David ByrneWhat The Ramones did with their influencesWhy he loved The New York DollsHis thoughts on David JohansenWhether he considers The Ramones a punk bandWhether he considers himself a punkHow the Ramones are commercial without trying to be commercialHow he feels about bands like Bon Jovi and PoisonWhether there is a flaw in the kids that likes that type of musicHow The Ramones are a multi-dimensional bandWhy they wrote "Bonzo Goes To Bitburg" and participated in “Sun City”Ramones AidWhether decades from now will he be still singing “Blitzkrieg Bop”Why the Rolling Stones can go on foreverHow The Ramones are always changingHis reaction to hearing that The Ramones are a big influence in JapanWhether he thinks rock and roll has sufficiently paid him back for all The Ramones’ contributions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#56 Brad Delp (Boston) 1978 | The first known interview with Delp

#56 Brad Delp (Boston) 1978 | The first known interview with Delp

A never-before-published and first known interview with Boston's original singer Brad Delp.At the time of this interview in 1978, Delp was 27 years old and was in the midst of recording Boston’s second record.Two years earlier, Boston released what would become the best-selling debut album of all time until Guns ‘N Roses’ first album.Full transcript The Tapes ArchiveIn the interview, Delp talks about how the second album is coming along, if the band Boston is a democracy, his feelings on a recent insult from Elvis Costello, and his self-doubt.00:00 - Intro01:04 - Where is the new album? (Start of interview)01:42 - The flooding of Tom Scholz’s basement02:59 - Whether the band has recorded any new songs04:28 - What happens when Tom gets a song idea05:22 - How the record company feels about a two-year delay between albums06:51 - Whether he was surprised by the success of the first album07:17 - His self-doubt08:45 - The history of Boston and how he got involved in the band10:40 - The cover songs they played11:08 - His love for the Beatles12:42 - How they got signed to Epic Records14:59 - What type of record deal they got16:14 - Their “horrendous” early concerts17:16 - Playing with Black Sabbath17:59 - What his thoughts on Elvis Costello saying about Boston, “They may sell 9 million records, but they’re about as exciting as a plate of tripe.”19:21 - Looking up to Rick Derringer20:40 - How many overdubs were made on the first album22:03 - What kind of an audience Boston has23:30 - How the Beatles got him into music24:16 - Whether the band Boston is a democracy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#55 Adrian Belew (King Crimson) 1981 Interview

#55 Adrian Belew (King Crimson) 1981 Interview

A never-before-published interview with Adrian Belew from 1981.Full transcript The Tapes ArchiveIn this episode, we have a multi-instrumentalist and the secret weapon for so many bands, Adrian Belew. At the time of this interview in 1981, Belew was 31 years old and was promoting King Crimson’s album Discipline. In the interview, Belew talks about various aspects of playing with the Talking Heads, Frank Zappa, David Bowie, and King Crimson. He goes in-depth on King Crimson’s Discipline, he tells the story about when he got jumped by a gang and finishes the interview telling Marc about his deep love for his family.In the interview, Belew talks about:What brought him to King CrimsonWhere is currently with the Talking HeadsHow he expresses his own personality in the bandThe “D” section of Elephant Talk and the meaning behind itHis part in the writing of the albumHow he gets that elephant soundWhat the lyrics in the song Indiscipline representThe song Matte KudasaiWhat Frame by Frame is aboutHow his being in the band frees up Robert FrippHow well Fripp and drummer Bill Bruford get alongIf King Crimson as a band has malice and ill will as a constant part of its daily dietThe dynamics of King CrimsonHis own plans for solo workThe meaning of the song Thela Hun Ginjeet and how he was beaten up by a gangWhy they don’t play 21st Century Schizoid ManYounger audiencesWhat he thinks is attracting new fans to King CrimsonWhat his solo albums will be like and who’s playing with himHis fascination with rhinosWhere he grew upStarting with David BowieHis assessment of the King Crimson’s show at the MetroHow he looks like Mark KnopflerHow he was blasted the night Fripp called himHis surprise when Fripp wanted to call the lineup King CrimsonThe very beginnings of his careerHis first bandIf he is the most famous alumnus from his high schoolIf Frank Zappa was tough to work forHis Bob Dylan impersonationIf had any problems with Zappa’s lyricsWhy he left Zappa’s bandHis deep love for his family Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#54 Pete Townshend (The Who) 1996 Interview

#54 Pete Townshend (The Who) 1996 Interview

In this episode, we have a founding member of The Who, Pete Townshend. At the time of this interview in 1996, Townshend was 51 years old and was promoting his greatest hits record. In the interview, Townshend talks about his plan to no longer make records, the remixing process of Quadrophenia, what’s now important to him, and finding a Jimi Hendrix master in his warehouse. The interview is conducted by Steve Harris. To learn more about Steve please check out our podcast-only interview with him, which is out now.Full transcript 00:00 - Intro01:00 - Start of Pete Townshend interview01:38 - His non-defined image of himself04:19 - His ability to write story-oriented albums05:41 - Why it’s very hard to write songs06:51 - His plan to no longer make records08:26 - Why he is releasing a compilation album09:33 - The notion that he hates the Japanese11:30 - Developing Quadrophenia for a concert theater piece12:57 - Which album he thinks is The Who’s best15:08 - The backstory of when The Who revived ‘Quadrophenia’ for Prince’s Trust Concert18:58 - Remastering old Who albums20:23 - Writing chamber plays21:32 - The difficulty of working in movies22:26 - His lack of enjoyment for music theater23:28 - What connects music from the ’50s and animation24:37 - What’s important to him now26:12 - The remixing process of Quadrophenia26:57 - The previous poor mastering process of Who records28:36 - Finding a Jimi Hendrix master in his warehouse29:38 - The unfinished rock opera “Lifehouse”32:04 - The mods 30 years later33:35 - What he found hypocritical playing Black music37:39 - Chapter 2539:01 - The songwriting that went into “My Generation”41:32 - Kurt Cobain and the song “My Generation”43:18 - Seeing Jimi Hendrix a couple of weeks before he died Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#53 Roger Daltrey (The Who) 1994 Interview

#53 Roger Daltrey (The Who) 1994 Interview

A never-before-published interview with Roger Daltrey from 1994.In the interview, Daltrey talks about:Whether he has gotten his due from his solo albumsWhich album was a writing breakthrough for himWhy he thinks fans have a hard time accepting him outside of The WhoWhat’s great about The Who’s musicWhy The Who isn’t touringHow hard it is singing Who songsHow anger changes in middle ageIf he feels competitive with Pete TownshendIf he knew Townshend was competing with himHow Tommy really became a hit recordWhy Townshend is the way he is about The WhoWhy it was a constant struggle to make more recordsHow he feels everyone in the band but Pete did not get the recognition they deservedThe chemistry in the bandWhat was something he was proud of from the Carnegie Hall gigPlaying with the Spin Doctors on the Dave Letterman show.How his upcoming concert differs from the Carnegie Hall showWhat Townshend said to him after the Carnegie showThe challenges with the Carnegie Hall concertThe bad sound at Carnegie HallWhen he knew he was going to take the show on the roadWhether he ever considered hitting the road with a three-member rock bandWhether they considered playing Woodstock ‘94The story of how he started spinning the microphoneHow the music biz is so “bloody corporate”Whether he thinks he will ever just sit back and relaxWhether he goes to see his contemporaries in concertWhether he worries he’s going to disappoint fansWhy didn’t the Who do encores Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#52 Axl Rose (Gun N' Roses) 1987 Interview

#52 Axl Rose (Gun N' Roses) 1987 Interview

In this episode, we have Guns N’ Roses frontman Axl Rose. At the time of this interview in 1987, Rose was 25 years old and was promoting an upcoming tour of Japan. Appetite for Destruction hadn’t even cracked the top-selling 50 albums, and it would be at least another seven months before the band really took off. In the interview, Rose talks about growing up in Indiana, the making of Appetite for Destruction, whether he murdered a dog, and which band is the biggest sellout. The interview is conducted by Steve Harris. To learn more about Steve, who is new to The Tapes Archive team, please check out our podcast-only interview with him which is out now.In the interview, Rose talks about:Going back home to IndianaHow closed off Indiana isWhat he draws from conservatismHow he left home at age 16Whether he murdered a dogGuns N’ Roses’ early success in EnglandHow the crowds are different in the United States Gaining more confidence as a live bandFred Coury, Cinderella, playing for Steven AdlerHow he stays fit for concertsWhether he’s ready for a long tourPeople he aspires to beMötley CrüeThe recording process for Appetite for DestructionWhat would he change on the albumProducers who were considered before Mike ClinkPaul Stanley of KISS as a potential producerHis vision for the recordWhat success means to himWhether it bothers him to be compared with Faster Pussycat and PoisonHow long it took to get the right lineup for Guns N’ RosesThe tepid response so far to Appetite for DestructionThe limited radio and video play the band was gettingWhat happens if Appetite for Destruction sells poorlySlash drinking and drivingWhat he will do if he leaves the music bizWorking with Izzy StradlinWhen he is happiestWhen he is most frustratedWhy he feels Guns N’ Roses is not getting played on the radioWhat band he thinks is the biggest selloutHis hopes that Sweet Child O’ MIne will be a hitWhether he objects to being labeled as heavy metal His love for the band QueenRobert Plant, Jimmy Page and Pete TownshendHis thoughts on fellow Hoosier John MellencampHow he and Izzy cannot wait to play JapanSome ‘80’s racist comments that were not considered racist at the time Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#51 Steve Harris (Japanese translator) 2021 interview | (Podcast Exclusive)

#51 Steve Harris (Japanese translator) 2021 interview | (Podcast Exclusive)

Today we are releasing two interviews -- one with Axl Rose and one with the man who interviewed him, Steve Harris. Steve grew up in San Francisco but went to Japan as a college exchange student and loved it there. He felt like it was the place for him. After graduating in 1980, he started to work as a freelance translator in Tokyo. Through one of his college buddies, he got connected to a music magazine that needed an interpreter. This led to Harris conducting interviews himself. Over the next 17 years, Steve would interview the biggest of names in the music world. Recently, we asked if we could publish some of those interviews here on the Tapes Archive and he agreed. Over the next couple of months, we will be publishing some of his most notable interviews. Marc Allan, our usual interviewer, called Steve to talk about his life as an ex-pat working for a Japanese music magazine. They talked about:The magazine Steve worked for and its unique place in the marketHis worst interview and some of his bestHis personal musical hero he was able to interviewHis thoughts on interviews with Axl Rose, David Lee Roth, Pete Townshend, and more.Why he kept these recordings and why he is allowing us to publish themHow some questions would get lost in translation and would lead to awkward moments.His frustrations when he interviewed “slacker genius” BeckWhat led him to leave the music scene in 1997A very funny conversation with Brian Eno about Russian womenHe clears up the question of whether Cheap Trick is big in JapanMarc tells the story of when he was called “old man” at a Rage Against the Machine concert and how he got his job at the Indianapolis Star Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#50 Warren Haynes (Allman Brothers) 1992 Interview

#50 Warren Haynes (Allman Brothers) 1992 Interview

A never-before-published interview with guitarist Warren Haynes from 1992.In the interview, Haynes talks about:Moving out of Duane Allman's shadowHow it feels to play Duane's licksWhether Duane was an influenceHis connection to Memphis and MotownGoing to see concerts when he was a kidThe musical differences between him and DuaneHis love for fusion rock and what it did for his playingThe difference between his playing and Dickey Betts’ playing on lead and slideHow his older brothers introduced him to jazz and bluesWhat jazz player he would recommend to a young guitar player Whether he had any formal music trainingHis experience with country singer David Allan CoeWhat he learned from country musiciansSome advice for younger guitar playersThe Allman Brothers latest recordThe pleasure of recording liveThe coincidence that happened 21 years earlierA breakdown of whether it’s him or Betts soloingThe similarities between him and Betts and Coltrane and Cannonball AdderlyHow Duane ended up using a slide on DreamsWhether he enjoys playing rhythm as much as leadWho's a good rhythm player?The Les Paul he usesHis Soldano ampsWhat, if any, effects he uses in the studio recordingHow things are going with the bandWhether tension in a band leads to better playingIf he sees The Allman Brothers continuingThe similarities in the Allmans’ fan base and the Grateful Dead’s fan baseTheir next live albumIn this episode, we have The Allman Brothers Band guitarist Warren Haynes. At the time of this interview in 1992, Haynes was 32 years old and was promoting the album An Evening with the Allman Brothers Band: First Set. In the interview, Haynes talks about the similarities and differences with Duane Allman and whether he sees The Allman Brothers Band continuing. He also takes a deep dive into their current live album and he offers advice for young guitar players. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#49 Paul Barrere (Little Feat) 1992 Interview

#49 Paul Barrere (Little Feat) 1992 Interview

A never-before-published interview with guitarist Paul Barrere from 1992.In this episode, we have Little Feat guitarist Paul Barrere. At the time of this interview in 1992, Barrere was 44 years old and was promoting Little Feat’s upcoming concert at Deer Creek Music Center. In the interview, Barrere talks about his fond memories of Little Feat founder Lowell George, how well the band is playing, and what bugs him about the music biz.In the interview, Barrere talks about:Co-headlining with George ThorogoodClassic blues songs he loves to playWhy Little Feat will never be accused of being an alt-rock bandHow he doesn’t want to be the “Vinny Van Gogh” of the radioTheir rockin’ setFriendly competition with George ThorogoodHis new record labelThe joy of playing with Little FeatFond memories of playing with Lowell GeorgeTheories on why Little Feat has never become a major commercial actWhat bugs him about the music businessHis favorite lyric about love Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#48 Dimebag Darrell (Pantera) 1992 Interview

#48 Dimebag Darrell (Pantera) 1992 Interview

A never-before-published interview with Dimebag Darrell from 1992.In this episode, we have metal guitar legend Darrell Abbott, also known as Dimebag Darrell. At the time of this interview in 1992, Dimebag was 25 years old and was out on tour in support of Pantera’s album “Vulgar Display of Power.” In the interview, Dimebag talks about his guitar trick that he wants everyone to learn; how Randy Rhoads, Eddie Van Halen, and Ace Frehley were his influences; how great his dad was; and how Pantera writes their music.00:00 - Intro Dimebag Darrell Interview01:11 - Being banned from a local guitar competition as a teenager03:20 - Whether being from Texas affects his playing04:36 - What he listened to when he was younger05:12 - Being influenced by Randy Rhoads and Ace Frehley07:20 - What guitar scales he knows07:42 - Who taught him to play guitar and the first song he played08:30 - How great his dad was09:42 - Wanting his own guitar tone11:02 - Yelling at his brother to keep it down11:21 - The guitar trick he wants everyone to learn12:40 - His new whammy pedal13:15 - The way he writes solos15:07 - Whether he plays a lot of acoustic guitar15:43 - Whether he thinks he’s a good enough player for thrash music16:45 - How he traded a joint for a guitar pick-up18:07 - His guitar chops18:46 - Why he loves Dean Guitars22:19 - Playing with his brother Vinnie23:34 - Playing the Moscow concert in front of 1.6 million fans26:32 - Whether he’s ever been hurt at a gig27:10 - How Pantera writes their music28:26 - Whether he has any ideas for the next album28:59 - His top five essential guitar albumsThis week’s episode also introduces a new interviewer to The Tapes Archive. The interview you are about to hear was conducted by Pete Prown. Pete is a veteran music journalist and has interviewed the world’s top guitarists for over 35 years. He’s currently Music Editor at Vintage Guitar magazine and editor of the "Legends of Rock Guitar" Facebook page. His work has appeared in Guitar Shop, Guitar for the Practicing Musician, and Guitar Player magazine, among other titles. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#47 Sammy Hagar (Van Halen) 1991 Interview

#47 Sammy Hagar (Van Halen) 1991 Interview

A never before published interview with Sammy Hagar from 1991.In this episode, we have the Red Rocker himself, Sammy Hagar. At the time of this interview in 1991, Hagar was 44 years old and was promoting Van Halen’s upcoming concert at Deer Creek Music Center. In the interview, Hagar talks about his experience with UFOs, the secret to Van Halen, his father’s death, and his advice for Axl Rose.In the interview, Hagar talks about:His advice for Axl RoseWhat he expects for Van Halen’s latest recordWhy Van Halen fans trust themThe secret to Van HalenThe meaning behind the songs “Man on a Mission” and “Poundcake”The dream that’s overThe guy who’s trying to build a house on the beachWhat an artist’s job isWhen he thinks Van Halen fans accepted himHis prediction for when and if David Lee Roth would reunite with Van Halen His belief in UFOsHis experience being abducted by a UFOWhy he’s adamant that each man should take care of themselves but everyone needs compassionHis father’s deathWhat fans can expect at the Van Halen concertHis Red Rocker clothing lineThe secret song they will be playing in concertWhy they don’t play “Everybody Wants Some”If music is better or worse today Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#46 Flea (Red Hot Chili Peppers) 1996 Interview

#46 Flea (Red Hot Chili Peppers) 1996 Interview

A never before published interview with Flea from the Red Hot Chilli Peppers in 1996In the interview, Flea talks about:If it’s strange to think of the Red Hot Chilli Peppers as an arena bandIf this is the band’s best lineupWas it a goal for the band to become this bigWhat made him pick up the bassWhat other instruments he playsThe meaning behind the song PeaWhether he is different offstageHis pro-mosh-pit stanceHow to be a good fatherWhat kind of musician he will be when he’s 50 years old.Where John Entwistle might have gone wrongIf he regrets his past drug useDoes he care if he gets into the Rock and Roll Hall of FameHis love for Iggy PopIn this episode, we have the bassist and founding member of the Red Hot Chilli Peppers, Flea. At the time of this interview in 1996, Flea was 34 years old and was promoting the band’s upcoming concert with new guitarist Dave Navarro. In the interview, Flea talks about what made him pick up the bass, the meaning behind the song “Pea,” and if he regrets his past drug use. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Zappa Plays Sabbath | Promo

Zappa Plays Sabbath | Promo

https://www.thetapesarchive.com/zappa-plays-sabbathAre you a Black Sabbath or Frank Zappa fan? Or like me both? I would consider myself a super fan of both, yet I just found out that Frank was a big fan of Black Sabbath something I never knew. So I decided to make a video with the backstory including the night that Frank was supposed to play with them. Unfortunately, you will have to go over to our Youtube channel to see and hear the episode. “Zappa plays Sabbath.The reason we cannot release it as a podcast is because of the copyrighted music we use. Over on Youtube, the copyright holders can make their royalties when their music is played where as in the podcast world there is no simple way to do that. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#45 Rick Wakeman (Yes) 1999 Interview

#45 Rick Wakeman (Yes) 1999 Interview

A never before published interview with Rick Wakeman of Yes from 1999.In the interview, Wakeman talks about:Going on the 700 ClubWhy he did not go out with Yes’s last tourHow he has never stopped making recordsBeing homelessWorking with independent labelsOwning up to your own truthsWhat he should have done to hold onto his moneyThe cost of making his new albumWorking with Ozzy OsbourneHow Return to the Center of the Earth compares with his new recordWhat he learned from King Crimson’s Robert FrippThe genre of Art RockWho’s better -- Keith Emerson or Rick WakemanHis upcoming tour with EmersonWho would be in his dream band The cost of touring in the 90’sThe cost of touring in the 70’sHis lows in the 80’sIn this episode, we have one of prog rock’s greatest keyboardists, Rick Wakeman. At the time of this interview in 1999, Wakeman was 50 years old and was promoting his new album, “Return to the Center of Earth.” In the interview, Wakeman talks about being homeless, who’s better -- Keith Emerson or him -- what he learned from Robert Fripp, and owning up to your own truths. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.