Frank Hannon - Tesla

It's always a pleasure to talk to an artist who has multiple dogs and a great affection for each. Such is the case with Tesla co-founder and lead guitarist Frank Hannon. Frank introduces us to his pack which includes Patrick, an 8 year old short-haired American Eskimo who wandered onto his property, Rider, a 3 year old Boxer who is still full of puppy energy, Poncho, a 15 year old Dear Chihuahua who rules the homestead, and Stuart, a 10 year old Chug (Chihuahua/Pug) who has yet to make his debut on Frank's Instagram. We also remember his late, great, loyal Boxer Rocky who crossed the rainbow bridge in 2021. Great talk about how dogs help us through tough times, writing an instrumental song inspired by a dog and what "Mugsy Philosophy" taught him about life and guitar playing. Frank's beautiful new solo album Reflections is out now and available on all streaming platforms and on vinyl through his website at frankhannon.com Frank and Tesla are kicking off 2026 with the Still Keeping it Real tour through January before supporting Motley Crue this summer on the Return of the Carnival of Sins tour. For dates and venues visit teslatheband.com/tour Frank gave his shout out to Tony La Russa's Animal Rescue Foundation or ARF, which is a nonprofit organization founded by Elaine and Tony La Russa, based in Walnut Creek, California and now operates under the name Joybound People & Pets. To adopt, foster, volunteer or donate visit joybound.org Frank also gave props to dog behaviorist Cesar Millan whose training courses, supplements and foundation can be accessed via his website cesarmillan.com For more pics and clips of Frank and his pack follow the show on Instagram at @rockerdogpodcast