The Ricky Byrd Interview
By Ralph Greco, Jr.
As the main axe man behind Joan Jett’s “I Love Rock 'n Roll,” Ricky Byrd was not only part of Jett's band the Blackhearts during their...
The Emilio Castillo Interview (2009)
By Ralph Greco, Jr.
You couldn't talk to a cooler cat than Emilio Castillo, the leader, producer, songwriter and second tenor sax of the legendary Tower of Power. Along with...
The Michael Schenker Interview (2019)
By Greg Prato
One of the most consistently recording and touring guitarists of recent times has to be Michael Schenker. Case in point, he's leading the Michael Schenker Group (MSG),...
The Lawrence Gowan Interview
By Shawn Perry
Photo by Maria Younghans
OK, I admit it. I’m one of those guys who used to have a problem with key original members of world-famous rock ‘n roll...
Junkman Radio Interviews Brian Ray From Paul McCartney’s Band
Brian Ray’s career has included stints as guitarist and musical director for Etta James as well extensive studio work with Steve Goodman, Rita Coolidge, Kelly Clarkson, Juanes, Willy Deville,...
The Steve Vai Interview (2016)
By Shawn Perry
Photo by Ron Lyon
When it comes to guitar slingers, Steve Vai is definitely one of a kind. A graduate from the school of Frank Zappa, his credibility...
From The Archives: Junkman Talks To Paul Rodgers (2007)
Way back in 2007, KNAC.com's Junkman had the privilege of spending time in the studio, chatting it up with Paul Rodgers. As one of rock's mightiest voices, Rodgers has...
The Roger Earl Interview (2010)
By Shawn Perry
One concert I’ll always remember seeing is Foghat with Ambrosia and Rick Derringer. The year was 1977 and the venue was the Long Beach Arena. My buddy...
The Alvin Lee Interview (2012)
By Shawn Perry
Discussion about guitar heroes from the 1960s typically revolves around Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck, Jimmy Page, with an occasional shout-out to Pete Townshend, Duane Allman...
The Mick Box Interview (2014)
By Ralph Greco, Jr.
Photos by Ron Lyon
Mick Box is a founding member and the only remaining original member in Uriah Heep. He’s weathered the death of original singer David...
