Rock Roulette

EPISODE 210 IS READY TO PLAY! The wheel has spoken… and apparently it wants to WAKE UP THE NEIGHBORHOOD! This time around, Rock Roulette lands on Twisted Sister – Come Out and Play! Dee Snider. Big hair. Bigger attitude. And enough 1980s metal swagger to make your parents call the cops.

EPISODE 209 IS HERE! We’re finishing up White Tiger’s debut album, featuring the late, great Mark St. John! After his short-lived stint in KISS, Mark was ready to sharpen those claws with White Tiger. We’re wrapping up White Tiger and taking one last trip into the world of Mark St. John, questionable ’80s fashion, and riffs louder than Gene Simmons’ ego.

the debut album from White Tiger! Hair metal? Big riffs? Questionable fashion choices? You know the drill. We’re spinning the record, cranking it up, and finding out if White Tiger deserves a place in the Rock Roulette hall of fame—or if this tiger should’ve stayed in the cage.

Episode 207 is here! We’re wrapping up our review of White Lion’s Big Game! Did the second half of the album keep the momentum going, or did the wheel send us into a musical ditch? There’s only one way to find out! Crank it up, give it a listen, and see where we landed on Big Game

The wheel just roared louder than a Pride-era guitar solo and landed on White Lion's Big Game! Will Vito Bratta's legendary guitar work carry the album to victory? Does Mike Tramp still have the eye of the tiger? Or is this one destined for the bargain bin instead of the winner's circle? We're diving headfirst into Side One of Big Game and pulling no punches. Grab your Aqua Net, crank the volume, and join us as we find out if White Lion came to play… or got hunted.

Episode 205 is here, and we've finally reached the end of one of Black Sabbath's most divisive records… Technical Ecstasy. Did Sabbath evolve… or did they accidentally wander into the '70s looking for a keyboard solo? We break down the highs, the lows, the riffs, and all the questionable choices as we wrap up our review of this Ozzy-era oddball. Was Technical Ecstasy unfairly trashed, or does it deserve its reputation? Spin the episode and let us know where you land!

For Episode 204 of Rock Roulette, we're heading back to 1976 as the wheel lands on Black Sabbath's Technical Ecstasy! The lineup is classic Sabbath, but the sound? Well... let's just say the band was taking a few chances. Is this an underrated gem, a weird detour, or a little bit of both? Time to spin the record and find out!

Giuffria's signature keyboard work, we broke down every track, shared our favorites, and decided if this melodic rock classic still holds up today. Did this album deserve more love, or is it exactly where it belongs in '80s rock history? Listen now and let us know where you stand!

The wheel has spoken… and we're heading straight into the mid-'80s! For Episode 202, we're diving into the self-titled debut from Giuffria! Featuring arena rock hooks, soaring keyboards, and the hit "Call to the Heart," it's time to find out if this melodic rock gem still shines—or if it's better left in 1984. Join us as we break down every track, share our takes, and see where Giuffria lands on the Rock Roulette leader board.

Episode 201 is here! That's a wrap on Rock City Machine Co.'s debut album! We spun it, broke it down track by track, and gave our unfiltered thoughts on every riff, hook, and hard rock moment. Did this forgotten gem deserve more attention, or should it have stayed buried? You'll have to listen to find out.

EPISODE 200!Two hundred spins of the wheel, a lot of albums reviewed, countless bad takes, and somehow we're still going strong.For this milestone episode, the wheel lands on the debut album from Rock City Machine Co.! Will it be a hidden gem, a future classic, or another victim of the Rock Roulette treatment?Join us as we celebrate Episode 200 and dive into an album that's ready to throw some fuel on the fire.Listen now and celebrate 200 episodes of rock 'n' roll insanity with us!

Episode 199 is in the books! We're wrapping up our latest TWO-FER as we finish our review of Vince Neil's Exposed. From the big hooks and arena-ready choruses to the stories behind Vince's first solo outing, we break down every track and decide if this album deserves another spin. Did Exposed prove Vince could stand on his own outside of Mötley Crüe? Tune in and find out! Listen now and let us know your favorite track from the album.

It’s a TWO-FER on Episode 198 of Rock Roulette, we dive into Vince Neil’s Exposed — the debut solo album packed with big hooks, loud guitars, and enough swagger to fill the Sunset Strip twice over. Did Vince prove he could stand on his own outside of Mötley Crüe? We’re breaking it all down track by track!

Episode 197 is here and we’re putting the finishing touches on Mötley Crüe’s 1994 self-titled rollercoaster! Did the Corabi era deserve more love? Did the Crüe go heavier, darker, or just completely off the rails? We’re breaking it all down as we close the book on one of the band’s most debated albums. Turn it up and join the chaos!

The wheel just swerved straight into 1994 and landed on Mötley Crüe for Episode 196. New singer. Darker sound. More flannel than lipstick. We’re diving into the album that made fans argue harder than the internet comment section ever could.

Episode 195 wraps up our review of Mammoth WVH and honestly… Wolfgang came out swinging on this one. Massive riffs, killer melodies, and enough guitar layers to make your stereo beg for mercy. 🤘 We break down the highs, the hooks, and the moments that made this debut hit so hard.

The wheel has spoken… and on Episode 195 we’re diving into the debut album from Mammoth WVH. Wolfgang brought the riffs, hooks, and enough guitar layers to make your speakers file a noise complaint. We’re breaking it all down track by track on the latest episode of Rock Roulette!

Boutique by the one and only Beastie Boys. From sample overload to lyrical left turns, this album is a wild ride—and we’ve got thoughts. Lots of ‘em. Did it live up to the hype? Did we get lost in the layers? Did we try (and fail) to count all the samples? You’ll have to listen to find out. Spin it, stream it, and come hang with us as we close the book on one of the most unique albums of the ‘80s..

Episode 192 is here and the wheel just flipped the script on us. From screaming guitars to sample-packed madness—we’ve landed on Paul's Boutique by the Beastie Boys. This album has more samples than a Costco on a Saturday and more layers than we were remotely prepared for. Press play and suddenly you’re like, “Wait… is that ANOTHER one?!” Rock Roulette just went full hip-hop detour—and honestly, we’re not mad about it.

Episode 190 is here and the wheel clearly wants AQUANET levels set to “dangerous.” We’re diving into Hold Your Fire by FireHouse—big hooks, bigger hair, and enough power ballads to make your lighter jealous. Will it ignite… or just smolder? Hit play and find out if this one’s a certified heater or just blowing smoke.

Episode 189 is here and we’re officially towel-drying off after our deep dive into Diver Down We came for the riffs, stayed for the chaos, and somehow survived the musical whiplash of going from all-time Eddie Van Halen moments to “…wait, THIS cover again?!” Is it wild? Yes. Is it all over the place? Also yes. Did we have an absolute blast breaking it down? You bet. Join us as we wrap up one of Van Halen’s most “what is even happening?” albums.

Episode 188 just dropped and the wheel said, “You know what? Let’s get weird.” 🎡 So here we are with Diver Down—the album that feels like Van Halen threw a beach party, invited a jukebox, and just hit shuffle. Covers? Yep. Guitar wizardry? Obviously. Zero explanation? Absolutely. It’s chaotic, it’s fun, and somehow it all works… kinda like us.

Episode 187 is here and we’re wrapping up Technicolor Life by Ko Ko Mo! This album has riffs, groove, swagger, and enough rock energy to power a small city. Somewhere between blues, garage rock, and “how are there only two people making this much noise?” The wheel brought it… and we cranked it. Tune in as we finish up this technicolor ride.

The wheel just jumped a few decades… and we’re not mad about it. Episode 187 is locked in and the pick is Technicolor Life by Ko Ko Mo. Fuzzy riffs, huge grooves, and the kind of modern rock energy that makes you double-check the speakers. Two people. One massive sound. And now the Rock Roulette treatment—track by track, opinions flying, zero safety net. Spin the wheel, crank the volume, and let’s see what this one’s made of..

Episode 185 is live and we’re finishing up Soup by Blind Melon. This record is weird, wild, a little trippy, and somehow still rocks harder than you expect. One minute you’re grooving, the next minute you’re wondering what just happened… and then you hit replay anyway. So grab a spoon, crank the volume, and dive into the strangest bowl of 90s alt-rock we’ve spun in a while.

The wheel just took a hard left into the ’90s. Episode 184 is underway and the pick is Soup. Darker vibes, weirder turns, zero “No Rain” safety net. This is Blind Melon stretching out, getting uncomfortable, and daring you to actually listen. Is it misunderstood brilliance or a tough hang with moments of magic? We’re cracking it open track by track with honest takes, bad jokes, and the usual Rock Roulette lack of restraint. Spin accepted. Let’s get into it.

Episode 183 closes the book on Foreigner, and yeah… this one came in HOT. Monster songs, undeniable hooks, and just enough polish to make you wonder if rock ’n’ roll checked in with management first. Wheel spun. Album judged.

Episode 183: the wheel didn’t mess around and landed us on Foreigner’s debut album. You know the one—massive riffs, FM radio DNA, and songs that have been stuck in your head since 1977 whether you like it or not. Is this the birth of arena rock greatness… or the moment rock put on a tie?

Episode 181 is in the books and we’ve officially finished TigerTailz Bezerk! Big hair? Bigger hooks? Absolutely zero subtlety? DOUBLE We cranked the volume, teased the bangs, and rode this 90s glam beast straight into the sunset. If you like your riffs flashy and your choruses unapologetic, this one’s for you.