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Signals From Mars 307 - The New Roses Nov 11, 2022

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THE NEW ROSES | TIMMY ROUGH

This episode of Signals From Mars features an interview with Timmy Rough, the singer and guitarist of the German band The New Roses.

Among the topics discussed include the band’s new album, Sweet Poison. The diversity of the band’s influences. Touring the U.K. after Brexit. The band’s connection to the military, and playing for the German military in Afghanistan. Opening for bands such as Kiss, ZZ Top, Scorpions, and Aerosmith (among others). Playing on two editions of the Kiss Kruise, and why COVID-related rules have kept them from being part of this year’s Kruise. Bands they’d love to play with. Playing with bands much heavier than them like Slayer. Timmy gives his opinion on whether or not Pantera should get back together and play.

Before wrapping the interview I had to ask about the name. Mainly because I once saw a prominent guitarist say “The New Roses, didn’t they know Guns N Roses existed?” So I ask Timmy about it. Hear what he has to say.

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Signals From Mars 306 - Hour One Nov 11, 2022

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HOUR ONE OCTOBER 28, 2022

In this episode of Signals From Mars, we welcome my Patrons Metaldan and Dr. Poison to the show.

Hour One is a music discussion episode. This is a speed version of the show, thanks to technical difficulties, we have roughly half an hour to squeeze in our discussion.

Among the topics discussed include John 5 officially being names Motley Crue‘s Touring Guitarist. Will the Kiss Kruise continue without the current four members of the band? Should a band switch their lead singer for one that sounds similar or plugin the best candidate available?

This episode of the Signals From Mars is the audio version of the October 28th, 2022 episode of the Signals From Mars live stream.

Signals From Mars 305 - Dead City Ruins Nov 04, 2022

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Dead City Ruins | Tommy Cain

In this episode of Signals From Mars, Tommy Cain of Dead City Ruins joins the show.

Among the items discussed include their new lead singer Steve Welsh. Steve is best known for his YouTube videos where he mimics other artists. How difficult was it for him to find his own voice on the band’s new album Shockwave? Working with Gene “Machine” Freeman on Shockwave. We also discuss the reality of an Australian band trying to tour the rest of the world in 2022. And much more.

Signals From Mars 304 - Hour One Nov 04, 2022

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HOUR ONE OCTOBER 21, 2022

In this episode of Signals From Mars, my Patron Ed Ferguson joins the show for a solid music discussion.

Among the topics discussed include his upbringing in an extremely religious household. Trying to listen to some of his favorites during the height of 80s Satanic Panic. The loss of danger in hard rock and metal. If you grow up with your folks blasting Slayer, are they seen as a dangerous and edgy band, like they were considered when they burst onto the scene? We also touch upon some new releases, guitar gear, the cost of vinyl, and metal-related books.

This episode of the Signals From Mars is the audio version of the October 21th, 2022 episode of the Signals From Mars live stream.

Signals From Mars 303 - Michael Wilton Oct 27, 2022

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MICHAEL WILTON | QUEENSRYCHE

In this episode of Signals From Mars, I am joined by Queensrÿche guitarist Michael Wilton.

Among the topics discussed during the interview include the band’s new album Digital Noise Alliance. Their current tour with Judas Priest, and the band’s setlist. The dynamic between the band and lead singer Todd LaTorre. Has it changed over the years? Michael’s go-to gear, including his signature ESP Skull guitar.

Although the original intent was to do a video interview, it just didn’t happen. After several attempts to get it to work, we settled on just doing an old-school phone interview.

The interview starts at the 5:oo minute mark.

Signals From Mars 302 - Hour One Oct 27, 2022

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HOUR ONE OCTOBER 14, 2022

In this episode of Signals From Mars, During this episode of the Signals From Mars Live Stream, my Patrons Jeremy and Johan join the show for a solid music discussion.

Among the topics discussed include Skid Row, Lacuna Coil, Alter Bridge, Motley Crue, Bloodstock 2023, and Iron Maiden 2023 European tour.

We talk about new hard rock and metal releases. Bands redoing their own material. Is John5 replacing Mick Mars in Motley Crue? Ryan J. Downey’s Stream N Destroy Newsletter’s Top 600 Artists Spotify Listenership. And much more!

This episode of the Signals From Mars is the audio version of the October 14th, 2022 episode of the Signals From Mars live stream.

Signals From Mars 301 - New Beginnings Oct 14, 2022

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New Beginnings

During this episode of the Signals From Mars, I am joined by some of my Patrons to discuss various hard rock and metal topics. We have an international cast with Johan in Sweden, Ed in Kentucky and Jeremy in the UK.

Among the topics discussed include my recent interview with SirusXM personality, and former host of the Talking Metal Podcast, Mark Strigl. I did the interview on The Victor M. Ruiz Podcast which is offered via the Signals From Mars Patreon page.

You can find that here: https://patreon.com/signalsfrommars

We discuss some of the format changes to the show. New releases from Queensryche, Lamb Of God, The Cult and Lost Society. Looking towards the next few weeks' releases, including new albums by Skid Row, Goatwhore, and Therion.

Does the world really want Dave Mustaine and James Hetfield to work together? If they did record something, and you could only choose members of the current or last ever line up of Slayer, who would you have round out that proverbial Big 4 Supergroup?

Speaking of Mark Strigl, he recently made a post on social media where he disagreed with the Dio camp's portrayal of Vivian Campbell. How they've done nothing but downplay his importance to the Dio albums he played on. Should personal issues be put aside, and look at the his musical contribution in a more objective manner? Or did Vivian do this to himself with what he's said over the years to the press?

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Signals From Mars 300 - The End Sep 09, 2022

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THE END - FEATURING JOSHUA TOOMEY AND ANTHONY MACKEY

This episode of the Signals From Mars is episode 300 of the Mars Attacks Podcast. It is both the 13th anniversary of the podcast and its last show. Thank you for listening and supporting the show thirteen years later.

Joining me for the show are Joshua Toomey of the Talk Toomey Podcast, and one of my Patrons, Anthony Mackey.

The neat thing is that after last week's 1983 discussion with my Patrons I kept thinking, that I'd love to chat with Anthony about his upbringing in music. How things were in Ireland, and see how they differ from my experience. So it was very exciting to see him connect, and be able to carry out this very conversation. Anthony is also a huge fan of King's X, so we chat about their new album Three Sides Of One. We also discuss what his band The Middle Ages is up to.

Joining me for the second part of the show is Joshua Toomey. I've had him on the show several times in the past. It is always fun to catch up with him. Although I've never met him in person, seeing him get the gig with Knotfest was beyond cool for me. As I mention during the show, it was one of the boys, one of the good guys, getting the opportunity.

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Signals From Mars 299 - 1983 Part 2 Sep 01, 2022

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1983 | PART 2

During this episode of the Mars Attacks Podcast, my Patrons join me to discuss their favorite and best albums of 1983.

This is part two of a two-part series. In this episode, I countdown the top 5 albums as voted on by my Patrons. Plus the three tracks they voted on the most.

This episode of the Signals From Mars is the audio version of the August 26th, 2022 episode of the Signals From Mars live stream.

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Signals From Mars 298 - 1983 Part 1 Sep 01, 2022

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1983 | PART 1

During this episode of the Mars Attacks Podcast, my Patrons join me to discuss their favorite and best albums of 1983.

This is part one of a two-part series. In this episode, I briefly count down numbers 43 through 16. Then go in-depth with my Patrons counting down numbers 15 through 6. The top 5 plus the three most voted on tracks can be found in episode 299 of the podcast.

This episode of the Signals From Mars is the audio version of the August 26th, 2022 episode of the Signals From Mars live stream.

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