Stuck & Gunner

Poison's Bret Michaels is a rock powerhouse of positivity! He's performing at Miller Lite Carb Day at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Friday, May 23rd. He loves open-wheel racing and shares a fun Jon Bon Jovi story from IMS. Recently back from a middle-east tour where he performed for our troops, Bret talks about his love for all our men & women in uniform. His family has deep ties to the military. Finally, Bret chats up his music collection which includes a BUNCH of eight-tracks!

5.13.25Rock & Roll HOFer Alice Cooper has stories for days.Alice shares a drugged-up encounter with David Letterman, chugging Budweiser with Ed McMahon, the genius of Johnny Carson and his hatred of disco! Alice also chats about being nominated for the Radio Hall of Fame. Oh, and his golf handicap is RIDICULOUS! Its a fun conversation!

Bill O'Reilly's new book with Martin Dugard is a No Spin look at all 45 presidents. 'Confronting the Presidents' is a great read that humanizes all of our Commanders-in-Chiefs. Bill details the three Presidents he'd invite over for a cocktail party. He reveals the seldom spoken-of President that accomplished the most. Plus, what does Bill O'Reilly thin of Presidential term limits? Fun listen! 

10.16.24After being eligible for 20 years(!), Foreigner is FINALLY getting into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame! Lou Gramm talks about that 20-year wait and the incredible duet he has planned with one of Foreigner's greatest songs. Plus, who is Lou looking forward to meeting at the ceremony? It's not who you would expect! Finally, what's it like to shoot a game of pool with John Lennon? Let's just say John did not disappoint! It's an incredible story.

Actor Harold Perrineau invites you to join the #Fromily! From the producers of 'Lost', catch the Season 3 premier of 'From' Sunday, 9/22 at 9p EST on MGM+. Watch Seasons 1 and 2 on Prime Video. It's a wonderfully creepy watch! You might recognize Harold from 'Lost' and 'Oz'. Great guy, great actor! Right off the bat, Gunner suggests Harold should change his stage name! They talk daughters (SIX between the two!), social media & holding together a 20+ year marriage in Hollywood.

Great interview!Lita Ford's first tour with The Runaways was opening for The Ramones! We talk Runaways break-up, 'Close My Eyes Forever' with Ozzy and the tour that saved her LIFE in 2012. Plus, her upbringing in England and her mom's relationship with David Bowie! She's got some INCREDIBLE rock stories! 

Geezer Butler's autobiography, 'Into the Void: From Birth to Black Sabbath & Beyond' is a great rock memoir. This is the guy that wrote all the lyrics for Sabbath! Amazing. Coming from an Irish Catholic family of SEVEN, Gunner asks how hard Geezer had to fight at the dinner table for food! From exploding amps to The Beatles to bass player jokes, its a great talk with a true rock legend.

Kevin Cronin is always a great interview. How did Kevin and REO Guitarist Gary Richrath meet? Awesome story! Also, Kevin is NOT a fan of concert venues constantly changing names for sponsors.Finally, being a Central-Illinois band, Gunner asks about Big Al's ALL NUDE Strip Club in Peoria! Yes, Kevin's been there and the story is great!

George Thorogood is a rock star. Bad to the bone and all that guitar hero stuff. BUT, he'd rather talk about Hank Aaron and Frank Robinson. Lou Gehrig and Yogi Berra. And you better not call baseball a SPORT, because (according to George) it's NOT a sport! It's a freakin' GAME! Plus, George tells us the FOUR things every band needs on the road. He'ss a ball-buster and a BLAST!

First of all, say Stix Zadinia as fast as you can. Keep doing it til you get the joke. LOL!The Steel Panther drummer is an awesome guest! Remember going to see the great 'hair bands' of the 1980's? When you go to a Steel Panther show, you get that and whole lot more. No 'politically correct' with these guys. Jump into the time machine and enjoy the podcast! 

Lane Shaw is on his way to Monster Energy Supercross stardom! Fun talk with the Texas native who came to two-wheelers later than most (with a good reason why!). Find out what it feels like to land a 75-FOOT jump! Plus, Gunner tries to get him on the track at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Great insights into the world of a Supercross daredevil! 

The NBA 73rd All-Star Game Weekend in Indianapolis (2/16-18) promises to be the biggest and most fan-friendly EVER! Joey Graziano (NBA Head of Event Strategy and Management) talks up the Crossover Concert w/ Lil Wayne, T-Pain and DJ Zedd. Keith Urban and Walker Hayes will perform at the NBA Experiences Saturday Pregame Concert prior to State Farm NBA All-Star Saturday Night.Butler grad Gunner harasses Joey about his Georgetown Hoyas and begs for an NBA SENIOR 3-Point Contest!

Forget Arlo Guthrie's 'Alice's Restaurant'.It's a new Thanksgiving tradition!'Alice in Chains Restaurant'! Rock on!!

Paul Rodgers new album 'Midnight Rose' is a great listen. We dive into the record and talk about several strokes that took away his ability to sing for a time! Paul details his amazing road to recovery.Gunner prods Paul about band names and, man, does he have some great stories about what record executives suggested instead of Free and Bad Company.

Grand Funk Railroad drummer Don Brewer wrote and sang the band's biggest hit: 'We're An American Band. Don talks about the 'mailbox money' that tune has brought in over the years. Plus, Grand Funk sold out Shea Stadium in NYC quicker than The Beatles! Don has a great story about that night. A true classic rock legend.

Indianapolis Colts VP of Communications Steve Campbell talks up the Colts Kickoff Concert with John Mellencamp, Stephen Stills, Heart's Ann Wilson, Peter Wolf, Kenny Wayne Shepherd & more! DATE: Friday, September 8th at Lucas Oil Stadium. Tons of Colts memorabilia will be there as the Horseshoe celebrates 40 years in Indy! But will there be a Mayflower moving truck? Gunner wants to know! Also, Gunner reveals his plan to 'stowaway' at the stadium after a game, spending the night! Fun conversation!

Lynyrd Skynyrd guitarist Rickey Medlocke scolds Gunner after Stuck reveals his radio partner always leaves BEFORE 'Freebird' is played! Why? Listen to find out! Plus, Rickey gets emotional talking about the loss of Gary Rossington, a true legend. He gets fired-up when we discuss the Rock & Roll HOF ignoring most Southern Rock bands. Lastly, Rickey gives a detailed description of how he attacks playing 'Freebird' and how he feels after. Very cool story.

Gunner flies solo in this one speaking with Jennifer Fahy, Communications Director for Farm Aid.Since 1985, Farm Aid has raised over $70 million dollars to help family farms. The need for help has never been greater than today. It's a fun talk about music, farming and Willie Nelson's bus! Listen to check out the Farm Aid 38 lineup!

5.12.23Who's got the better radio voice? Stuck OR Gunner?Plus, graduation shoutouts, Stuck gets his GED and BAD parents.Also, Stuck and Ozzy Osbourne have something in common that's VERY weird.NEW pods every Friday! Next week (5/19) we'll talk to Def Leppard's Phil Collen and Vivian Campbell!

Kenny Wayne Shepherd is a blues/rock legend. The podcast opens with MAJOR phone problems from Germany! Then, Kenny re-tells a classic band joke. Big laughs....and SO TRUE! Plus, what was the band's reaction the first time they heard the final mix of 'Blue on Black' from the incredible 'Trouble Is...' album (25th Anniversary edition available now! KennyWayneShepherd.net) Kenny's a super-cool guy, great talk, ENJOY!

Always a pleasure to talk with a rock legend. Joe Perry and Aerosmith have been at it for 50+ YEARS!Joe proves he's still at the top of his game with a new single, 'Fortunate One', featuring The Black Crowes Chris Robinson on vocals. Awesome jam! Joe talks about working with his sons, losing Jeff Beck, the joy of The Hollywood Vampires and you-know-who....the other Toxic Twin, Steven Tyler! Joe reveals a secret about Aerosmith's front-man that you've likely NEVER HEARD!

Don Barnes of 38 Special was destined to be in a rock band. Grew up in Jacksonville FLA with the members of Lynyrd Skynyrd and the Allman Brothers. Don's got great stories of being mentored by Ronnie Van Zant, playing Navy bars, living on peanut butter and jelly and finally winding up on the FIRST DAY of MTV! Don also shares his thoughts on the loss of Skynyrd's Gary Rossington. It's a great talk that floats from cigarettes to amps to high school english class. Be sure to check out 38 Special on the road this year!

Kansas is celebrating their 50th Anniversary with the 'Another Fork in the Road Tour'. Co-founder/guitarist Richard Williams has been there from the beginning. He talks about his love of Market Square Arena in Indianapolis, plus, a remarkable Elvis encounter. What a story! We recorded this prior to the Super Bowl. And yes, Richard LOVES the Kansas City Chiefs and talks about his fandom. Finally, he talks about first hearing 'Dust In the Wind.'

Captain on the bridge!Star Trek's William Shatner is going on the road for showings of Star Trek: The Wrath of Khan. From the start, Shatner stirs the pot and jumps all over Stuck about an incorrect HORSE comment (Bill breeds horses). The he steals a line from Gunner about Ricardo Montalban's (Khan) wheel chair??!!Totally engaged at 90 (!), Shatner also reacts to his trip into space aboard Blue Origin. Great talk with a LEGEND!

The 2023 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Nominations are out! From Willie Nelson to The White Stripes, it's quite a group. Rock Hall President/CEO Greg Harris joins the boys for the debate. Plus, Gunner really doesn't like Kate Bush (and its quite a reason!) Finally, will the Rock Hall ever create a '27 Club' exhibition? Artists who checked out too soon--Hendrix, Cobain, Janis Joplin, Jim Morrison and more.

Gunner talks with Poison's Bret Michaels about the massive 'Q95 Parti Gras show coming to Ruoff Music Center on July 30, 2023! Along with Bret, there's Nightranger, Jefferson Starship, Mark McGrath and Steve Augeri. Tix on sale Friday 12/9 at 10am.Bret talks about his vinyl collection, Ted Nugent, having daughters and meeting his NFL heroes.

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame President and CEO Greg Harris gives us a behind the scenes look at the 37th Annual Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction ceremony. The inductees include Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo, Duran Duran, Judas Priest, Eminem, Lionel Richie, Eurythmics, Dolly Parton and Carly Simon. Gunner presses Greg on his time at the baseball HOF in Cooperstown and has a theory why he moved on. Plus, is John Mellencamp allowed to smoke in the Hall?Fun conversation!

Wendy Dio dishes on life at the center of the Heavy Metal scene with late husband Ronnie James Dio. The documentary 'Dio: Dreamers Never Die' will be in theaters nationwide Wednesday, September 28th AND Sunday, October 2nd. How did they keep their marriage together? What were the Black Sabbath years like? Did drugs ever become a problem?

Pink Floyd co-founder & drummer Nick Mason is back in America for his Saucerful of Secrets: The Echoes Tour. Nick talks about how strange it was to meet the late Queen Elizabeth, where he ranks the Rolling Stones Charlie Watts amongst the greatest rock drummers and a wonderful, funny story about his love of the Greyhound Bus. Fun listen!

Rock & Roll Hall hall of Famer Carlos Santana talks about performing at Woodstock BEFORE his debut album hit record stores, watching Woodstock: The Movie with Jimi Hendrix's girlfriend and receiving the Kennedy Center Honor in a group that included Billy Joel, Herbie Hancock and Actress Shirley MacLaine.

James Young is the longest tenured member of Styx. That's why they call him 'The Godfather of Styx' (he gets 10% of EVERYTHING! LOL)! We talk about NOT being in the Rock & Roll HOF, growing up in Chicago, Cubs v White Sox and hanging out with the Super Bowl XX Champion Bears. Grab a slice of deep dish and enjoy!

REO Speedwagon is back on the road with Styx and Loverboy! Kevin Cronin Talks about his musical hero, Stephen Stills, REO's 'lost' album 'Building the Bridge' and his love of the Midwest.

Some guys have all the luck (and skill!). Enter Matt Sorum! Rock & Roll HOF drummer for Guns n Roses. Member of Velvet Revolver, The Hollywood Vampires and Honorary member of Motorhead (drummed on the 2009 tour). Plus, founding member of the Kings of Chaos (John Waite, Sebastian Bach, John Waite, Lita Ford, Jack Blades and more!) Unbelievable stories about Alice Cooper's 1970s drinking club, Johnny Depp and Matt's relationship with Lemmy from Motorhead. Oh, and Marlon Brando's conga drums. Plus, performing with the Kings at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway! Great listen.

Sir Rod Stewart will be touring North America this summer! Great conversation including 'Handcuff Talk', Rod's early days seeing the Rolling Stones in a crowd of FIFTEEN(!) people on Eel Pie Island in London and Rod reveals (for the FIRST time anywhere) his plans for a wildly unique 2024 Tour! You're gonna want to be there!

The 2022 Rock & Roll HOF Induction Class: Pat Benatar, Duran Duran, Eminem, Eurythmics, Dolly Parton, Lionel Richie, Carly Simon & Judas Priest! Gunner grills Greg on Dolly Parton. Plus, why is Judas Priest in the Musical Excellence and NOT in the Performer category? Greg used to work at the Baseball HOF, so, should Pete Rose be in? Finally, Greg invites us to broadcast LIVE from the Hall!

REO's Kevin Cronin is the BEST! Kevin recalls his first concert experience w/ a HUGE band that went on to play Woodstock. Then Gunner gets nosy and asks how big those REO royalty checks are---Kevin's response is great! Finally, the boys grill Kevin about early-week shows (Mon, Tues, etc) and the difference between weekend & weekday audiences.

Legendary Rush guitarist Alex Lifeson is a king in the world of progressive rock. Mourning the death of Neal Peart, Alex evolved and created a new band called Envy of None. With singer-songwriter Maiah Wynne, bassist Andy Curran and Afio Annibalini, their self-titled album will exceed expectations--GUARANTEED! Plus, Gunner asks 'Officer Lifeson' to help him with a Canadian speeding ticket and RUSH BEER is here!

John Oates is one-half of the top-selling duo in music history, Hall & Oates. Look for him this year on his 'An Evening of Songs & Stories w/ John Oates' tour. John talks about guitarists that awe him, his wrestling career (?) and who got all the girls? John or Daryl??You can find John at JohnOates.com.

Ted Nugent is 73, but acts like a 20-year old!Fun talk about Eddie Van Halen, hunting, gathering, Democrats (!) and Ted's latest album, 'Detroit Muscle'. The single 'Come and Get It' celebrates the 2nd Amendment rights of Americans and features vintage Nuge on guitar. Uncle Ted welcomes you to the campfire!

11.17.21Jackyl's Jesse James Dupree talks up his upcoming gig at the 8 Second Saloon. Plus, great stories about having AC/DC's Brian Johnson crash at his place AND staying with Ted Nugent in a French castle!

10.27.21David Coverdale is releasing a 25th Anniversary Edition of Whitesnake's 'Restless Heart' album. The re-mixes are INCREDIBLE! Plus, David reveals that there's at least four Coverdale/Page songs that are previously unreleased. Jimmy Page and David will be working on those for the 30th Anniversary Edition of 'Coverdale-Page'! Also, David discusses his first trip to America, touring with Deep Purple and more.

Blues-rock superstar Joe Bonamassa has a record 24 blues-rock albums that hit #1 on the Billboard Blues Chart. Amazing! His latest album, 'Time Clocks', is his most ambitious effort to date and drops on 10/29. Joe also happens to be hilarious, talking about on-stage jokes, his next career at Amazon and recording at Abbey Road in London. Great talk with the Blues Ambassador to the World!

9.28.21Tesla's Frank Hannon battled and beat Covid and is back on the road! Frank talks about his love for the Gibson SG guitar, his famous father-in-law (wait til you hear who that is!), William Shatner and the one country that loves Tesla more than any other (and it's not the US of A).

8.3.21Great talk with Night Ranger's Jack Blades!Gotta hear his story about recording w/ the Damn Yankees and Ted Nugent killing & grilling their lunch! Plus, Night Ranger's new album ATBPO (And the Band Played On). Listen to their new single 'Breakout'. Finally, MTV's influence on Night Ranger's success.

Chris and Rich Robinson of the Black Crowes talk about meeting Gregg Allman, that small sponsor problem when they were on the road with ZZ Top (this was recorded before Dusty Hill's death) and their vinyl collections. Good guys in a good place right now! Catch em on the road!

7.12.21Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Alice Cooper on his first tour in 18 months (with Ace Frehley), partying with 'Center Square' Paul Lynde, Bernie Taupin's 21st birthday party, listening to Burt Bacharach (!) and lotsa love for the 'Saturday Night Fever' soundtrack. Plus, Alice's latest album 'Detroit Stories' was his first #1 record in nearly 50 years!

6.2.21Styx legend Dennis DeYoung loves to write, perform and TALK! The Chicago south-sider is releasing his FINAL album '26 East: Vol 2' on June 11. Dennis opens up the convo by re-naming the Stuck and Gunner partnership! Then, it's Chicago baseball talk (he's best friends w/ manager Tony LaRussa!). Finally, Dennis unloads on the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Great guy!

5.24.21Fox59's Lindy Thackston had her world rocked in May of 2020. With coronavirus raging, she received a diagnosis of Stage 3 colorectal cancer. At 39, she's fought the disease, is winning (YEA!) and now returning to work at Fox59 and on mic at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Our conversation with Lindy is a reminder to stay hopeful for anyone battling cancer. Gunner does this interview solo!

5.12.21Foo Fighters, Tina Turner, Carole King, Jay-Z, Todd Rundgren and The Go-Go's are all Hall of Fame bound. Our Rock Hall insider, Sal Sirrincione joins us to argue! No Pat Benatar, Judas Priest, Foreigner, REO, Styx and more. Fun debate. Plus, the ONE band Gunner is pushing for Rock Hall induction.

5.6.21Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Nancy Wilson chats about her FIRST solo album , 'You and Me'.Plus, who's the rock legend that that intimidated her on stage while playing?Finally, Stuck gives Nancy advice (!) on how to negotiate with Live Nation.Oh, we almost forgot. The boys have opinions on the world's largest White Castle opening.