Appice of My Heart

In the 11th Episode of Gen X Marks The Spot Podcast, the legendary Carmine Appice promotes his upcoming performance with Six Gun Sally, a powerhouse Southern rock band from Southwestern Pennsylvania known for their high-energy live shows and gritty, guitar-driven sound. The event will be at The Lamp Theatre on November 29th, 2025 at 8:00 p.m. in Irwin, Pennsylvania. This event also features special guest Greg T. Walker, founding bassist of the legendary band Blackfoot, adding even more classic Southern rock pedigree to the night.During the conversation with host Joe Augustine, Carmine reflects on his storied career. He shares where his love for Southern rock began—rooted in the gritty influence of his band Cactus—and also revisits his early breakthroughs with Vanilla Fudge and his hit-making era drumming for Rod Stewart, two chapters that helped define his signature style and establish him as a rock heavyweight.He gives listeners a preview of the new Cactus album, Influences & Friends, a project featuring an all-star cast of guest artists and showcasing the band’s gritty blues-rock legacy with Appice at the helm.Appice also speaks candidly about the modern music landscape, expressing concern over the growing impact of AI and the uphill battle many musicians face in today’s industry. He reflects on some of his proudest accomplishments, including his best-selling drum book Realistic Rock and the wide-reaching influence he’s had on drummers such as John Bonham.He also addresses the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, noting that it doesn’t matter to him personally whether he gets inducted—but he firmly believes that Vanilla Fudge absolutely deserves a place in the Hall, especially considering the countless major bands they’ve influenced throughout the years.You cannot miss this interview or his appearance on November 29th, 2025 at The Lamp Theatre,in Irwin, Pennsylvania.