The Rock Experience with Mike Brunn

Author Greg Prato joins me to discuss Ace Frehley his Greg's newest book, Talk To Me Conversations with Ace Frehley.

We discuss the Night Ranger classic album "Midnight Madness" and why we think Night Ranger wasn't a bigger band in the 80s.

We give our thoughts and opinions on the new KISS Alive! Deluxe Edition Box Set

I share my experiences in the KISS Kruise Landlocked in Las Vegas event! What I liked, what I'd change in the future and more!

We discuss the announcements of the KISS Alive! Deluxe Box Set as well as the news that Eric Singer will be joining the KISS Kruise Landlocked event.

We discuss the music on tthe new KISS Dressed To Kill box set. The demos, the live recordings and more! 

We diiscuss the exciting new release from Peter Criss, "Creepy Crawlers" and his forthcoming new album. 

We discuss Andrew's newest film, the KISS documentary "Froom Tokyo To You".

On this epiisode we celebrate the legacy of the great Ace Frehley. We discuss the songs, the solos, the live concerts and so much more! RIP Ace.

We discuss tthe sad news of the passing of Ace Frehley.

We discuss the announcement of the KISS Dressed To Kill Box Set as well as give a look back at the album and songs!

We take a look back at music in 1995 and specifically the Skid Row album Subhuman Race. We will discuss each track on this album, and what we do and do not like.

We discuss the KISS cover project from The Holligans, covering KISS classics from the 70s and 80s.

We give our thoughts of the new Aerosmith song "My Only Angel"

We discuss the classic KISS Alive! album, when did we first get it, and which songs do we think are better on this live album compared to the original studio recordings.

We discuss the KISS Hot In The Shade album, track by track. What we like, what we don't like. Plus we discuss the tour, the music scene in the late 80s, and more!

Have you ever wondered how a rock band is awarded a "Key To the City"? Mayor Melham discusses how this happened for My Chemical Romance at Metlife Stadium where the band was awarded the key to city of Belleville. A great story with a lot of laughs and great details about this event!

We discuss the impact Ozzy had on us as music fans, the impact he had on hard rock and heavy metal and th eimaoct he had on other musicians. RIP Ozzy. 

Three "Gen X" music fans get together to discuss the My Chemical Romance album, "The Black Parade". Do we like it? What songs do we like? What songs do we not like? 

Today KISS announced changes and updates to the upcoming KISS event in Vegas. We talk about all the announcements, what wasn't announced and more!

We discuss the final live performances from Black Sabbath, Ozzy Osbourne and all the artists on hand for the "Back To The Beginning" concert event.

Alain Bellicha joiins me to talk about his new book KISS At Budokan and the KISS frenzy in Japan during the 70s, 80s and 90s. Alain also discusses how this "fan made" book became auherized by KISS!

We discuss the new that Iron Maiden has asked fans to limit their cell phone usage at concerts, Ace Frehley cancels shows due to illness, Billy Joel cancels concerts for the next year plus, Zak Starkey is fired again from The Who and so Josh Freeze is fired from the Foo Fighters. And somehow, for us, all of these stories are related!!

We attended the 2025 Gene Smmons solo tour and give our opinions on the performances, the setlist and how it compares to his pror solo tour.

Do you enjoy hearing stories about the songwriting process? Well….if you do, it doesn't get better than this! Legendary songwriter Jim Vallance joins me to share stories about the many classics he helped write!!   What was the original title for the song "Summer of '69"? Is it really about the sexual position? What famous band was "Run To You" actually written for? What was it like recording with Tina Turner? What Aerosmith song did Jim think Steven "got wrong"? What songs was Jim a ghosts bassist on? What was it like writing a few songs for KISS?   These are just...

Drummer and author Joey Cassata jons me to discuss his newest book "The Order Of The Rose", a story based off the KISS album "The Elder". Joey also talks about his recent performance with Peter Criss, recording with Ace Frehley and more!

Peter Criss was kind to sit with me for a few minutes prior to his performance at The Cutting Room on Aprl 25, 2025. We discuss the ceremony that evening as well as his forthcoming rock album.

We discuss the recent announcements about the KISS Storms Vegas event and also Bon Jovii's event in Nashvlle. At the Jovi event all phones will be locked away during the performance. Do we think this a a bad idea?

On this episode we discuss the return of KISS in 2025, the odds of seeing prior band members at the event and much more! The band made more announcements riight after we recorded this episode, so make sure to check out Ep 311 also!

We disucss the newest KISS Off The Soundboard release, a concert from the Asylum tour recorded in San Antonio in 1985. What do we like, what don't we like about thiis release and will we coninue to listen to it in the future. 

Russ joins me to discuss his amazing song wriiting carrer, including the hits "New York Groove", "God Gave Rock n Roll To You", "Since You Been Gone", "You Can Do Magic" and more! We also discuss his KISS connection over the years, including his songs covered by Peter Criss!

We are back with an update on the "great KISS T Shirt controversy" of 2025 and what actions have been taken for this release and iin the future. 

On this episode we discuss the return of the KISS Off The Soundboard series, and give our thoughts and opinions on it. Of course we also weigh in on the controversy surrounding the line of merchandise set to be released. 

Lots to cover with Tracii on this episode including L.A. Guns forthcoming album "Leopard Skin", working with Jack Russell on Jack's final album, Tracii's time in Poison, the new today that Riley's LA Guns would no longer tour and much more!

We discuss the forthcoming KISS Dressed To Kill NYC in person tour as well as online tour, which will celebrate the 50th anniversary of this classic album.

On this episode we discuss the possible new 2025 releases we could see from KISS this year. The Box Sets, the Off The Soundboards, Documentaries and more!

We discuss the 2025 Rock Hall Nominees. Who we think deserves to me inducted and who does not. Lots of differnet opinins on these nominees.

We discuss the exciting announcement that Black Sabbath will reunite for one final show with all the original members, and Ozzy will play a short solo set as well. We give our wish list of songs we hoope they play and discuss the all star jams that are expected. We also weiigh iin oon the Grammy's iignoring the hard rock music we love (yet again) and give some quickk thoughts on FireAid.

On this episode I celebrate 300 episodes of "The Rock Experience with Mike Brunn". Much thanksk to all my listeners around the world!

On thi sepside we discuss the retiirement oof Iron Maiden drummer Nicko McBrain.

The holidays are here and on this weeks episode we discuss "Holiday Songs".   Which ones do we like? How do we feel about hard rock artists such as Rob Halford, Twisted Sister, Lemmy and others recording holiday songs?   And…..what "pop artist" did I say I'd rather listen to Christmas Songs from than a heavy metal icon? Oh boy…..I might lose some subscribers for this one lol   HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!!

One year after the final KISS show we discuss what it was like withoout the band in 2024, have our opinions of the finla show changed, and what we hope for in 2025!

On this episode we discuss Black Sabbath!! When we became fans, which do we enjoy more Sabbath or Ozzy solo and then we discuss the album Technical Ecstasy. Is it a misstep by the band or an overlooked classic? Vincent LaRussa and Billy Davis join me and we give our opinions!!  

On this epside we disucss Alex Van Halen's new book "Brothers", what we liked, what we didn't like, what we think should have been different and more. We also discuss the classic Van Halen album "1984". 

On thi sepisoode we disucss Warrant. Are they an underrtaed 80s band or were they lucky to jump on the 80s rock bandwagon and were simply successful due to a saturated marketplace? We also discuss thier Dog Eat Dog album, and which songs we like and don't like. 

We take a look back at the KISS Asylum album. We also disucss the album cover, the tour and those outfits....lol. 

We discuss Ozzy being inducterd into the Roock Hall Of Fame, we take a loook back at the classic album Blizzard of Ozz and we also discuss the passing of Paul Di'Anno of Iron Maiden. 

We take a look back at the Cinderella album "Night Songs". Has this album stood the test of time? What songs do we think are great? Do you have a different opinon? 

We discuss the Alice Cooper album "From The Inside". For some of us this was an introduction to the album from front to back while for others it is a "desert island" album. We give our opinions of the album, which songs we like and which ones we don't like.

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On this episode we take a look back at the debut Frehely's Comet album. After leaving KISS 5 years prior dis this album live up to the hype? Does it stand the test of time? What songs do we like and dislike? 

We take a look back at the 1988 KIX album "Blow My Fuse". On this epside we have the biggest difference of opinion about a song we have ever had. Who will you agree with? 

We take a look back at the Boston debut album, discussing each track on the record and giving our opinion on if this is the greatest debut album of all time. 

We discuss the passing of the late Jack Russell from Great White. We discuss getting into the band during the 80s, going to see Jack in concert, my recent interview experience with jack and much more. RIP Jack Russell. 

We discuss the annoucment thta Aerosmith will no longer tour and we take a track by track look back at the classic Aerosmith album "Pump".

On thi sepisode we take a took back at the KISS album (Music From) The Elder. This is an album that often divides the fan base, with some fans loving it and other fans hating it. What do we think? Which songs do we think stand the test of time? Do you agree with our opinions? 

Lasrt week I attended a Foo Fighters concert that got stopped due to bad weather 80 minutes inot the Foo's set. We discuss why shifting the concert to a different day may not have been possible, should fans get refunds and more. 

Tracii joins the show to talk about the new Sunbomb record, LA Guns plans and what it was like to be in a MIchael Jack vidoe and much more!

On this episode we take a look back at the KISS album Rock And Roll Over. We talk about songwriting on the heels of Destroyer, which songs are our favorites, the album art work and so much more!

Bon Jovi fans were excited for the oppertunity to purchase a signed copy of the bands newest album "Forever". However, as fans began to recieve their copies questions arose about if the signatures were real or not. We cover this topic, and let you know how to determine if your copy is real or not!

On this episode Vincent LaRussa and I take a look back at the KISS album "Dynasty". We go track by track giving our thoughts and opinions, as well as talking about the album cover, the tour, the costumes and other popular music of 1979. 

We discuss the secret Motley Crue concert held at The Bowery Ballroo in New York on May 6, 2024. I was in attendence and give the listeners an idea of what it was like being at the show. 

On this episode we give our thoughts and comments about the brand new Bon Jovi documentary Thasnk You, Goodnight. What we liked, what we didn't like. Was Richie given a fair storyline or does he have the right to be upset? 

Lots of new music released on April 26, 2024. We discuss the new Motley Crue song "Dogs Of War", their first with John 5. Plus we discuss Richie Sambora's new single "I Pray" and The Wild Things new single "Breaking Madonna", which features Tommy Thayer.

We take a look back at two classic Bon Jovi albums, Slippery When Wet & New Jersey. We go track by track, giving our thoughts and rating on each song, along with our thoughts of comparing these albums to other albums that came out in the same years.

On this episode we take a look back at the Bon Jovi debut album released in 1984. We discuss each track, which ones are our favorites, and compare the album to other music coming out that year. 

10 years later we take a look back at the KISS Rock n Roll Hall Of Fame induction. What it was like being there, how do we feel about it 10 years later and if we think that was the last time the orignal lineup will be ij a room together. 

On this episode we discuss the news that KISS sold the brand to Pop House. We talk about what this means, was $300 million a "fair price",  our thoughts on the futire avator performances ans much more!

Doc McGhee returns for the third time to give us an update on everything KISS. We cover the Avatars, the final show at MSG, the biopic, box sets, off the soundboards, selling the brand, the future of the KISS Kruises and much more!

We talk about rock influences from the 70s, 80s and 90s on The Dexters new cd "Atypical". 

Ace Frehley joins me to disucss his newest solo album 10,000 Volts. We also discuss his time in KISS, reconnecting with the late John Regan, unreleased songs he has locked away and much more. 

On this jam packed episode Desmond Child joins me to discuss his new book "Livin' On A Prayer- Big Songs, Big Life".

We discuss the influence Paul Stanley had on his career, being invited to the final KISS concert at MSG, why outside writers are sometimes viewed as a negative, being asked by Bon Jovi's management to have his name removed from the writing credits, the difficult relationship he had with Meat Loaf and MUCH, MUCH more!

Joel joins my show to talk about the new Revolution Saints album, his upcoming tour with Accept, he gives us an update on Whitesnake and he talks about hids time in Night Ranger!

Jack Russell joins the show to discuss the new Jack Russell / Tracii Guns album "Medusa" as well as giving us an update on Jack Russell's Great White plans for 2024.

We discuss the exciting news that Billy Joel plans to release new music in 2024. We also discuss Billy's amazing career and seeing him in concert.

We discuss the rumors of a Gene Simmons 2024 solo tour and what songs we would like to hear. We also discuss Paul's recent comments about the avatars at the end of the MSG shows.

Bruce Kulick joins me to discuss why he decided to leave Grand Funk, would he play with Gene Simmons on a solo tour, his feelings on being "left out" of the final KISS show and so much more

On this episode we take a look back at the KISS album "Unmasked". Recently Paul Stanley said it was one of his least favorite KISS albums. Do we agree? We also talk about other things in pop culture in 1980 and how this album did or did not fit in!

We take a look back at 2023, discussing KISS, Aerosmith, Motley Crue, Foo Fighters, Metallica and more. Of course no talk about 2023 would be complete with at least mentioing Taylor swift and her impact on music this year. 

We gave our first thoughts of KISS's final concert hours after it happened. Now that we had some time to really step back and think alot about that night we come back with our updated thoughts on the show, the KISS Avatars and more!

We discuss the final shows at MSG, KISS taking over NYC for the weekend, Paul being sick just before the concerts and the future of KISS.

We discuss the upcoming final KISS show at New York's Madison Square Garden. 

We have a discussion about meeting Ozzy in 2023, our thoughts on his career and what we would like to see from a final album (one day). We also discuss who do we like better Ozzy solo or Black Sabbath.

On this episode we discuss the Sammy Hagar era of Van Halen, the pressures of replacing David Lee Roth, each of the Sammy albums and the new Collection box set.

On this episode we take a look back at the KISS Psycho Circus album, era and tour. We give our thoughts on each track on this "reunion" album.

We talk at look back at the first non makeup KISS album, rating each track. We also talk about the album cover, the tour, the videos and the other music that was popular in 1983!

Neil Davis joins me to discuss the upcoming KISS Cancer Goodbye II event that includes performances from Bruce Kulick and Ace Frehley. Neil also shares his insights to a recent Peter Criss performance as well as his thoughts on last year's CreaturesFest.

Authors Per Strid and Alain Bellicha join me to discuss their upcoming new KISS book, "Demons Of Rock Volume 4".

Robert joins me to discuss the forthcoming Escape The Fate album "Out Of The Shadows". We also discuss the upcoming tour, and we have a very insightful conversation about the music industry / streaming and success in 2023.

Back in 1995 I recorded this Vinnie Vincent interview at the NY / NJ KISS Expo. 28 years later, I release it here for everyone to enjoy! Always great going back in time to listen to these classic era interviews.

We discuss the latest news that Gene says he invited Ace & Peter to join KISS on stage for the final shows. Do we think they should accept the invite? Does them declining change our opinion on the final shows?

Legendary Black Sabbath bassist Geezer Butler joins the show to talk about his book "Into The Void". Geezer also shares stories about working and writing with Ozzy, Ronnie James Dio and Tony Iommi. Geezer discusses KISS and Van Halen opening for Sabbath, and the 2022 Sabbath reunion that almost happened.....and why it did not!

Christina Vitagliano has worked for Gene Simmons for the past 10 years. She gives us a peak behind the curtain of what it is like working for The Demon, what it was like to partner with Paul Stanley & Gene on KISS by Monster Mini Golf, working on Gene's recent Vegas event, his upcoming Electric Lady event, the kruises and so much more! She also shares some insights about her two books she has written! 

Janet Gardner and Justin James joins the show to discuss their new album "No Strings". Janet also shares her thoughts on the current Vixen lineup and they also talk about their 2023 and beyond plans!

Julian Gill joins me to talk about his great book "Aerosmith On Tour 1973 - 1985", KISS, and more! During our chat Julian proudly proclaims that "time travel exists!" Has he lost his mind or does he know something we don't?!?! Give a listen to find out!

The great Nita Strauss joins me to talk about her forthcoming album "The Call Of The Void" and working with amazing guests stars including Lzzy Hale, Alissa White Gluz, David Draiman and so many more! She also talks about working with Alice Cooper and Demi Lovato, and her surprise about the backlash over touring with Demi.

Josh joins the show to discuss the forthcoming Buckcherry album "Vol. 10". Plus we discuss the KISS Kruise, Ed Sheeran's lawsuit and much more!

We take a look back at the music scene in the early 90s, and the KISS album Revenge. Over thirty years later, do we feel it's a strong album still? Do we think it's over rated? Lots of great insights on this episode!

KISS fan, and Gene Simmons VIP Experience attendee, Doyle Rausch talks about his experience at the recent Gene Simmons event held in Las Vegas. He gives us the details on the Meet & Greet, the private concert, dinner with Gene, the high end collectibles given away, and much more!

We discuss Aerosmith's "Peace Out" announcement, as well as discussing their amazing career, albums, concerts and more!