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VRP Rocks - Classic Rock Interviews

VRP Rocks
Rock Music
Classic Rock
Kiss
Rainbow
Jeff Beck
Graham Bonnet
The Who
Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame
Music History
The Beatles
Music Industry
The Marbles
Bee Gees
Foghat
Blue Öyster Cult
Twisted Sister
Music Production
Alcatraz
Rick Derringer
Van Halen

The ultimate classic rock podcast with big name interviews on every episode including 30+ Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees! If you love classic rock and want to hear stories of the glory days from the guys who were at the heart of the action then you'll LOVE this comprehensive classic rock podcast, hosted by UK radio veteran, Paul Stephenson! Check out the VRP Rocks YouTube channel: www.... more

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In this episode of VRP Rocks, Paul Stephenson is joined by guitarist Terry Kilgore, once described by David Lee Roth as “the man who was Eddie before Eddie.”

Terry shares incredible stories of growing up alongside Eddie and Alex Van Halen, the early... more

In this episode of VRP Rocks, I'm joined by legendary guitarist Steve Stevens for a brilliant deep dive into a career packed with unforgettable stories.

Best known for his decades-long partnership with Billy Idol, Steve talks about their incredible ... more

In this episode of VRP Rocks, Paul Stephenson is joined by legendary drummer Bobby Rondinelli for a brilliant conversation covering new music, Rainbow, Black Sabbath, Quiet Riot, Leslie West and much more.

Bobby is back with The Gathering, a new ins... more

In this episode of VRP Rocks, Paul Stephenson is joined by guitarist Chris Poland, best known for his time in Megadeth.

Chris is back with a major new project, Nuclear Messiah, and the album Black Flame — a star-studded release featuring an incredib... more

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Recent Guests

Steve Stevens
Guitarist known for work with Billy Idol, Michael Jackson, and other acts
Steve Stevens (artist)
Episode: 149. Steve Stevens - Billy Idol
Bobby Rondinelli
Drummer known for Rainbow, Black Sabbath, Quiet Riot, Leslie West
Episode: 148. Bobby Rondinelli - Rainbow / Black Sabbath
Chris Poland
Guitarist best known for Megadeth; part of Nuclear Messiah project
Nuclear Messiah / Cleopatra Records
Episode: 147. Chris Poland - Megadeth/Nuclear Messiah
Matt Backer
Guitarist, solo artist on Red Guitars
Independent artist
Episode: 145. Matt Backer - Elton John, Joe Cocker, Marcella Detroit
Suzi Quatro
Original queen of rock and roll; legendary bassist and singer
Solo artist / Freedom album
Episode: Suzi Quatro - My 5 Favourite...
Brian Vollmer
Lead vocalist and frontman of the rock band Helix
Helix
Episode: 144. Brian Vollmer - Helix
Steve Ferrone
Versatile and respected drummer known for working with Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, Eric Clapton, and George Harrison.
Episode: 143. Steve Ferrone - Tom Petty, Eric Clapton, George Harrison
John McFee
Guitarist of The Doobie Brothers
The Doobie Brothers
Episode: Stu Cook (CCR) & John McFee (Doobie Brothers) - Jackdawg!
Stu Cook
Bassist of Creedence Clearwater Revival
Creedence Clearwater Revival
Episode: 142. Stu Cook - Creedence Clearwater Revival

Host

Paul Stephenson
Host of VRP Rocks

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 103 ratings
  • Fab!! Do NOT miss!!

    The VRP is the best rock music podcast you’ll ever hear. The roster of guests that Paul has interviewed is extremely eclectic and covers the whole gamut of styles and genres that have developed since modern rock music took off in the 60s, including many, many hall-of-fame inductees and influential musicians and singers. I cannot recommend this podcast highly enough! If you decide to subscribe, do go back to the beginning and work your way through the early episodes, for some real gems. If, like ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DJ AnDy-J-Old
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Great interview show

    Found a bunch of great, inspiring interviews with some of my favorite musicians. The Gene Simmons interview was painful. Host was great, Gene was all over the place, and a bit off.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Spaulding67
    United States2 years ago
  • Great guests with deep interesting topics....

    Podcast Addict
    5
    dougi555
    2 years ago
  • A delightful listen!

    Very cool podcast for rockers and real music fans! Keep it up, loving it here in Sutton, Quebec, Canada! Cheers!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Simon Fauteux
    Canada3 years ago
  • Great podcast

    One of the best Rock podcasts focusing on classic rock stuff. Keep it up !!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ZKP Finland
    Finland3 years ago

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149. Steve Stevens - Billy Idol
Q: Before you teamed up with Billy Idol, did Billy have an ego or was he down to earth?
He was driven and had a clear vision, but he was in a new country and city; Steve needed someone with the records experience, and Billy's energy and direction helped shape their early collaboration.
148. Bobby Rondinelli - Rainbow / Black Sabbath
Q: What was your experience with Ritchie Blackmore like in those early days, and how did he influence your career?
We got along great for years and he gave me my break by putting me in the drum seat after Cozy Powell; he was charismatic, funny, and ultimately a huge influence on my career, though their dynamic could be intense.
148. Bobby Rondinelli - Rainbow / Black Sabbath
Q: How close were you to joining Kiss, and was it a real possibility during that time?
It was a real possibility at the time; I went through two auditions for Rainbow and was asked by Ritchie to join if I still wanted Rainbow. Kiss offered me a letter of thanks, but I pursued Rainbow and ultimately chose that path.
145. Matt Backer - Elton John, Joe Cocker, Marcella Detroit
Q: What would you consider to be the moment you felt like you made it big?
The first big breakthrough came from early success with Hollywood Beyond and then keeping momentum through steady gigs, with a sense that the next opportunity was the real measure of progress, rather than a single moment of mainstream fame.
144. Brian Vollmer - Helix
Q: So how does it feel going back to listening to those things and turning them into the fully fledged songs?
It made me think of Fritz, and I could feel him on these tracks because he played on quite a few of the tracks.

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A long-running classic rock interview show that features in-depth conversations with veteran guitarists, drummers, singers, and band members. Episodes spotlight the origins of iconic projects, the making of landmark albums, touring lore, and behind-the-scenes stories from collaborations with legendary artists. The host draws on a deep network to bring first-hand nostalgia, technical insights, and personal anecdotes, making it appealing for listeners who love rock history, gear talk, and artist retrospectives. A standout is the consistent access to Hall-of-Fame-level guests and a format that blends career retrospectives with fresh updates on legacy projects and reissues.

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Recent guests on VRP Rocks include:

1. Steve Stevens
2. Bobby Rondinelli
3. Chris Poland
4. Matt Backer
5. Suzi Quatro
6. Brian Vollmer
7. Steve Ferrone
8. John McFee

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