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The Eddie Trunk Podcast

SiriusXM
Rock Music
Siriusxm
Kiss
Iron Maiden
Ace Frehley
Van Halen
Ozzy Osbourne
Mötley Crüe
Guns N' Roses
Music Industry
Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame
Triumph
Black Sabbath
Metallica
Def Leppard
Scorpions
ACDC
Dream Theater
Sammy Hagar
Las Vegas

Eddie Trunk, the most well-known name in hard rock and metal music, brings his insight, commentary, reviews, discussion, and in-depth interviews to the podcast world! Join Eddie and his famous friends in rock and entertainment every week for a rollicking good time.

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Latest Episodes

On the one-year anniversary of Ace Frehley's death, Eddie Trunk dedicates a special live edition of Trunk Nation to celebrating the Space Ace's incredible guitar work and lasting influence. Listeners call in to share their favorite Ace solos, from 'S... more

William Shatner sits down with Eddie Trunk to talk about his unexpected dive into heavy metal. The legendary actor discusses his new album 'What The F Is Heavy Metal,' featuring 50+ musicians including Tony Iommi, Brian May, and Rob Halford. Shatner ... more

Eddie sits down with Scott Ian, Joey Belladonna, Jon Donais, Frank Bello and Charlie Benante (who shows up fashionably late) to dive deep into Anthrax's latest record Cursum Perficio. The guys open up about the 10-year gap between albums, Joey's seem... more

Myles Kennedy joins for an in-depth conversation about his creative process and upcoming projects. He discusses his refusal to use AI in songwriting, calling it the 'great scavenger hunt' he won't give up. Kennedy reveals he's been writing for 10 wee... more

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Recent Guests

Jim Crowley
Ace Frehley's longtime friend and road crew supporter
Episode: Ace Frehley Tribute: Top 5 Ace Solos
William Shatner
Actor, author and musician known for Star Trek
Cleopatra Records
Episode: William Shatner & Slash
Marcus Nand
Guitarist and music director for William Shatner
White Lion
Episode: William Shatner & Slash
Joey Belladonna
Anthrax lead singer
Anthrax
Episode: Anthrax
Charlie Benanti
Anthrax drummer
Anthrax
Episode: Anthrax
Scott Ian
Anthrax guitarist
Anthrax
Episode: Anthrax
Frank Bello
Anthrax bassist
Anthrax
Episode: Anthrax
Myles Kennedy
Singer and songwriter with Alter Bridge, a solo career and Slash's Conspirators
Alter Bridge
Episode: Myles Kennedy, Ross Valory & Matt Sorum
Ross Valory
Founding member and longtime bassist of Journey, and composer of All of the Above
Journey
Episode: Myles Kennedy, Ross Valory & Matt Sorum

Host

Eddie Trunk
Host of The Eddie Trunk Podcast; renowned hard rock/metal broadcaster and interviewer with long-standing connections in the rock industry.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 1.9k ratings
  • Strong 80s/90s coverage

    Great podcast for anyone who worships 80s + 90s rock. There are times when I wish he’d venture outside that era and cover “newer” bands like rival sons, dirty honey and whoever else is keeping the metal torch lit.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    e_j7
    United States9 months ago
  • Me, me, me,me,me is how he warms up for interviews.

    I just wish this narcissist wouldn’t make it about himself. Trunk must remind you in every aspect of what he does that he knows everyone and everyone is his friend.

    Please Edward, remind us for the umpteenth time that you saw KISS at Madison Square Garden on December16, 1977.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    DP’67
    United Statesa year ago
  • Me, me, me,me,me is how he warms up for interviews.

    He does good interviews. I just wish he wouldn’t make it about him. Trunk talks about how he knows everyone and everyone is his friend.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    DP’67
    United Statesa year ago
  • Always great!

    Amazing podcast. Eddie always does an amazing job with his interviews. I drive around all day for work and his podcast always makes my day. Great content and interactions. Incredible guests. Eddie is legendary, just like his guests. Never stop rocking Eddie! Much love from Texas.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    M. South
    United Statesa year ago
  • Ace Tribute

    Well done Eddie, I too saw KISS in 1977 and was mesmerised by them through the seventies. Another great loss in my

    musical journey icon. Be well sir.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Evil Pat
    Canadaa year ago

Listeners Say

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

Fans cite strong live-tour insights and production stories as standout content.
Critics note consistent guest quality but some feedback mentions occasional self-promotion from the host.
Listeners praise deep, substantive interviews with rock legends and current stars.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#67
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#57
Canada/Music
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#171
Australia/Music
Apple Podcasts
#111
Chile/Music
Apple Podcasts
#126
Philippines/Music
Apple Podcasts
#149
Finland/Music

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Myles Kennedy, Ross Valory & Matt Sorum
Q: Do you have any input on that? Anything you'd like to say from your perspective?
Valory says he is now a casual observer of Journey and has no information to add about a possible reunion or final show.
Myles Kennedy, Ross Valory & Matt Sorum
Q: I will absolutely refuse to use it as a quote unquote writing tool. That to me is so, wait, you're going to go to something that's goes through the entire Internet and takes other people's work. And then, you know, somehow that's going to be something you're going to feed off of as your AIs, now your collaborator. I don't know. It's to me, it's look, I love that. I've been writing for the last ten weeks just because I've had I've had some downtime and there's nothing I love more than writing. Period. Nothing.
Kennedy says he refuses to use AI for songwriting because he values the challenge and satisfaction of finding musical ideas himself, though he accepts that other artists may find it useful.
William Shatner & Slash
Q: What is it about this one that you feel so strongly about?
Slash says the band had a great time writing and recording the album spontaneously, and he is proud of the result as a reflection of where they are now.
William Shatner & Slash
Q: How did they get me acquainted with heavy metal?
Shatner says Cleopatra Records selected the cover songs, while he learned the genre through the music and developed his own interpretations of the lyrics.
Ace Frehley Tribute: Top 5 Ace Solos
Q: Do you want to tell real quickly like how you connected with him and how that all happened?
Jim Crowley says he first helped Frehley with something after being introduced by friends, and they developed a close, mutual friendship that included touring together.

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A hard rock/metal-focused interview show that leans into long-form conversations with veteran musicians and industry figures. Episodes frequently feature prominent rock icons discussing current projects, touring life, studio processes, and the realities of a lasting career in a changing music landscape. A recurring throughline is nostalgia balanced with forward-looking projects, live performance ethos, and insights into branding, promotions, and audience engagement. The host's strong personality and connections in the rock world are notable, often shaping candid, backstage-style storytelling and cross-artist collaborations that fans crave. This mix makes it a compelling listen for fans, sponsors, and potential guests seeking authentic, expe... more

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Recent guests on The Eddie Trunk Podcast include:

1. Jim Crowley
2. William Shatner
3. Marcus Nand
4. Joey Belladonna
5. Charlie Benanti
6. Scott Ian
7. Frank Bello
8. Myles Kennedy

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