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The Rock Experience with Mike Brunn

Mike Brunn
KISS
Rock Music
Ozzy Osbourne
Black Sabbath
Gene Simmons
Bon Jovi
Peter Criss
Ace Frehley
Paul Stanley
Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame
Iron Maiden
Aerosmith
Sebastian Bach
Vincent Larusso
Bruce Kulick
Las Vegas
Motley Crue
Night Ranger
Dressed To Kill
Kiss Kruise

Rock and Roll Talk Show with Mike Brunn.....interviews with musicians and other rock alumni plus we talk current events, concert reviews, album reviews and more!!

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Latest Episodes

We discuss the Bryan Adams album Reckless.....why hasn't is sold as many copies as other albums with as many hit songs (even though it did sell a lot, obviously). We also discuss each track and which are our favorites and least favorites.

We discuss Peter Criss's 1978 solo album, which songs we like and which songs we don't like. We then compare this album overall to the other 1978 KISS solo albums. Some of the results may surprise you!

We discuss last nights Bon Jovi MSG concert being postponed, David Lee Roth cancelling concerts and more.

A great conversation with Robert Conte about growing up a KISS fan in NY and Long Island plus his knowledge of the KISS vaults, and what is missing from Alive! and even an unknown in sight to KISS Alive II!!

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Recent Guests

Robert Conte
KISS catalog consultant and archivist who worked with the band in the 1990s
Episode: Talking KISS Vaults, Alive!, Alive II, Anaheim & Growing Up A Fan in NY with Robert Conte | Ep. 372
Jeff Keith
Tesla lead singer
Tesla
Episode: Jeff Keith of Tesla Interview - Homage, Motley Crue 2026 Tour & More
Rachel Bolan
Skid Row bassist and solo artist
Skid Row
Episode: Rachel Bolan Interview Gargoyle Of The Garden State and Skid Row in 2026 | Ep. 366
Doyle Rausch
Kiss fan, host of Turntable Talk podcast
Turntable Talk (with Mark Dancer)
Episode: KISS 2026 Indy Expo Recap Paul Stanley Weekend Eric Singer Indianapolis | Ep. 359
Carmine Appice
Legendary drummer, welcome back guest
Carmine Appice
Episode: Carmine Appice Interview Cactus Temple of Blues, AI in Music, Friendship with Motley Crue : Ep. 355
Robin McAuley
Vocalist for Black Swan, Survivor alumnus
Black Swan, Survivor
Episode: Robin McAuley Black Swan "Paralyzed" Interview | Ep. 352
Lawrence Gowan
Keyboardist and singer of Styx
Styx
Episode: Ep. 349 - Lawrence Gowan of Styx Interview
Stephen Brunn
Brother of the host and first-time guest
Episode: Ep. 337 - Night Ranger Midnight Madness : A Look Back & Why Didn't Night Ranger reach superstardom
Andrew Sgambati
Documentary filmmaker and returning guest
Episode: Ep. 331 - From Tokyo To You Documentary Talking KISS with Andrew Sgambati

Hosts

Mike Brunn
Host of The Rock Experience with Mike Brunn
Vincent LaRusso
Co-host discussing today's news with Mike Brunn

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 42 ratings
  • Great podcast!

    I’m “thoroughly thoed” listening to this podcast.They seem like nice guys, and are open minded about music. Great!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    goldenlarry!
    Canada2 years ago
  • Great KISS talk

    Just found this podcast and really enjoyed the Rock n Roll Over ep. Have to deduct a star for Mike having bad case of “To me”. Don’t need to say “…to me” after saying every opinion about a song or something. It’s all your opinions so don’t need to specify “to me” each time you say something. It’s just nonstop.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Destroyer76
    United States2 years ago
  • Great Show!!

    Always entertaining and always well prepared. The interviews are informative while entertaining. The banter between Mike and Vincent in their episodes is priceless. Two lifelong friends just enjoying talking music.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Anskyfan
    United States3 years ago
  • Mjfyytt is going back tomorrow and will have a few more

    Cliff and will have a good time at the next day and we can get together for tomorrow and we can get together for tomorrow night

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    bison CPU
    United States3 years ago
  • Great Show!!

    Always entertaining and always well prepared. The interviews are informative while entertaining. I look forward to each new show talking about the music I grew up listening to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Anskyfan
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners praise informed, open-minded rock discussions and strong banter between hosts.
Fans like the long-running format and guest variety, but some want broader genre range.
Positive feedback on interviews and prep quality; occasional critique on KISS focus.
Shows that guests and topics foster nostalgia and insider know-how.

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Ep. 349 - Lawrence Gowan of Styx Interview
Q: How do you feel about AI and backing tracks in live shows, and where do you draw the line between human performance and technology?
The human experience and on-stage humanity are essential; tools should serve the music without replacing the authentic energy of the performers.
Ep. 349 - Lawrence Gowan of Styx Interview
Q: What's your take on performing albums in full, like Pieces of Eight, in today's concert environment?
It's a meaningful way to present an album as a whole, providing a faithful arc and a shared experience that connects with fans on a deeper level.
Ep. 349 - Lawrence Gowan of Styx Interview
Q: Do you see Styx slowing down at all given the heavy touring schedule you described earlier?
No, there's no intention to slow down; the band plans to keep leaning into touring and creating new music as long as it feels worthy to them.
Ep. 346 - The Beatles Revolver: A Look Back Can we be objective when discussing these legends?
Q: Do you think your ratings are higher or lower for these Beatles songs just because they are Beatles songs?
None of my ratings here are because of The Beatles at all.

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Two rock enthusiasts discuss a wide range of topics from classic album deep-dives and artist spotlights to live show dynamics and industry trends. Episodes commonly feature track-by-track analyses, memorable artist anecdotes, and news about tours, vaults, and immersive venues, all told with a fan-first, conversational energy. The show stands out for its long-running, backstage-level familiarity with rock history, a strong emphasis on fan culture, and a willingness to weigh in on evolving concert tech and legacy-brand moves. This mix makes it appealing to listeners who want both informed critique and personal passion about rock's past, present, and future, with plenty of memorabilia-level detail and fan engagement angles for potential guests... more

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Recent guests on The Rock Experience include:

1. Robert Conte
2. Jeff Keith
3. Rachel Bolan
4. Doyle Rausch
5. Carmine Appice
6. Robin McAuley
7. Lawrence Gowan
8. Stephen Brunn

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