Rock Of Nations With Dave Kinchen

You heard our exclusive clip of storied former #Queensryche singer #GeoffTate unveiling plans for the album #OperationMindcrime 3, now listen to part 1 of our full interview where he talks about the final tour featuring Operation Mindcrime in it’s entirety, drinking fine wine with fans, and great stories from the road in the 80s. As usual, there’s tons of other good stuff in there too! Check it out!

Welcome to Part 2 of our interview with #KISS icon #PaulStanley! In this portion, Paul talks about the future of KISS, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, the early #NewYorkCity rock scene in the 1960s and 1970s, the influence of #Detroit music, and his thoughts on the current political environment in the United States. Thanks for checking us out!SHOW CREDITS: Diamond Dave Kinchen (host/booking). Emerald Shane McEachern (host, segment producer, and master of all things vinyl). Intro made in part w/ Drum Pad Machine (DPM). Instagram: @RockNationsDK Twitter: @RockNationsDK. Facebook: @RockofNationsDK.

Shred guitar legend #ChrisImpellitteri is back with his namesake band’s latest sonic thrasher of an album entitled “War Machine”. In this clip he talks about the classic days of Impellitteri - working with iconic frontman #GrahamBonnet, formerly of #Rainbow, #MichaelSchenkerGroup, #Alcatrazz and early sessions with “The Voice of Rock”, the inimitable singer and bassist #GlennHughes of #DeepPurple, #BlackSabbath, #TheDeadDaisies and #BlackCountryCommunion. Check it out!Learn more about what Chris Impellitteri is up to at impellitteri.net.

Dave and Shane are still pinching themselves after speaking with legendary #KISS frontman and guitarist #PaulStanley about his artwork and upcoming showcases at the Wentworth Galleries in Atlantic City and Short Hills, NJ. The boys also talked with Paul about what it was like playing that last-ever KISS show on December 3rd, 2023 at Madison Square Garden, future general music projects including his #Motown / #Philly Soul covers group #SoulStation, whether he talks with former KISS founding members #AceFrehley and #PeterCriss - and more. Check out part 1 and tell us what you think!

Dave and Shane drop a preview of their extensive chat with legendary former #KISS singer and guitarist #PaulStanley!

Dave and Shane are honored to welcome pioneering electric violinist and singer #GinnyLuke to the program to discuss her debut solo album “Devil at My Heels”, released November 1st. You may not know her yet, but no doubt you’ve heard her unforgettable sound. She’s performed the violin on albums and live shows for huge diverse acts like Foo Fighters, Snoop Dogg, Bebe Rexha, Finneas, Nicki Minaj, Meat Loaf, and most recently as part of AJR’s U.S. tour. Now she’s stepping out on her own with her first record! Check out our interview, and learn more about Ginny at www.Ginny-Luke.com.

Dave and Shane just got off the line with legendary former #Queensryche singer and lyricist #GeoffTate who revealed plans for the third installment of the Operation Mindcrime story. Check it out!

Dave and Shane are back with part 2 of their exclusive interview with storied bassist #TonyLevin (#PeterGabriel, #KingCrimson, #PinkFloyd, #JohnLennon, #PaulSimon, #DavidBowie, #LouReed, #AliceCooper and more). He talks about his new album “Bringing It Down to the Bass.” It was released on September 13th via CD, Blu-Ray and streaming. A special vinyl edition will be released a bit later on. Check out some of Tony’s amazing stories playing with scores of legends on iconic masterworks. He also talks about his current tour with #BEAT featuring #AdrianBelew, #SteveVai and #Tool drummer #DannyCarey where they are rocking the King Crimson tracks of the 1980s. Learn more about Tony Levin at www.TonyLevin.comSHOW CREDITS: Diamond Dave Kinchen (host, booking, editing). Brother Shane McEachern (host, webmaster, segment production and the thing that makes you go hmmm…). Intro made in part w/ Drum Pad Machine (DPM). Instagram: @RockNationsDK Twitter: @RockNationsDK. Facebook: @RockofNationsDK.

Dave and Shane are thrilled to welcome back one of the show’s earliest original interviews - prolific singer/songwriter #JessieWagner!!She’s back with two new singles: “I Just Can't Today” and “The Unknown.”The versatile recording artist has toured the world with #LennyKravitz, #Chic, #KidRock, #StevieVanZandt and #DuranDuran. Her powerful voice spans many genres including RnB, Dance, Soul, Gospel, Hip Hop and Rock n’ Roll. Check out more of her work at: www.JessieWagnerOfficial.com Also on Instagram @Jessie_Wagner Tik Tok @JessieWagner77And on Facebook, search Jessie Wagner. SHOW CREDITS: Dave Kinchen (host). Brother Shane McEachern (host, segment producer, and the thing that makes you go hmmm…). Intro made in part w/ Drum Pad Machine (DPM). Instagram: @RockNationsDK Twitter: @RockNationsDK. Facebook: @RockofNationsDK.

Dave and Shane are thrilled to present part two of their interview with #VerticalHorizon founder/singer/guitarist/songwriter #MattScannell, who talks about collaborating with the iconic, late-great #NeilPeart of #Rush, and how that connection forged a longtime friendship.Furthermore, Matt goes into another rockstar friendship with the likes of #RichardMarx. We first spoke with Matt in part one of our interview where he talks about the 25th anniversary of their multi-Platinum album #EverythingYouWant which includes the smash hits “Everything You Want,” “The Best I Ever Had (Grey Sky Morning)” and “You’re A God.”Vertical Horizon is currently on tour. Check out dates here!http://www.verticalhorizon.com/tour

Dave and Shane are thrilled to welcome you to part 1 of their interview with storied bassist #TonyLevin (#PeterGabriel, #KingCrimson, #PinkFloyd, #JohnLennon, #PaulSimon, #DavidBowie, #LouReed, #AliceCooper and more) who talks about his new album “Bringing It Down to the Bass,” released September 13th on CD, Blu-Ray and streaming. A special vinyl edition will be forthcoming later this year. In part 1, Levin talks about his approach to this album and selecting the many players on it, with several dating back to his time with Peter Gabriel in the 1970s. He also talks about his newly started tour with #BEAT featuring #AdrianBelew, #SteveVai and #Tool drummer #DannyCarey where they will be rocking the King Crimson tracks of the 1980s. Learn more about Tony Levin at www.TonyLevin.comSHOW CREDITS: Diamond Dave Kinchen (host, booking, editing). Brother Shane McEachern (host, webmaster, segment production and the thing that makes you go hmmm…). Intro made in part w/ Drum Pad Machine (DPM). Instagram: @RockNationsDK T

Iconic and innovative bassist #TonyLevin (#PeterGabriel, #KingCrimson, #PinkFloyd, #JohnLennon, #PaulSimon, #DavidBowie, #LouReed, #AliceCooper and more) speaks with Dave and Shane about his new album “Bringing It Down to the Bass,” which will be released September 13th on CD, Blu-Ray and streaming. A special vinyl edition will be forthcoming later this year. In this preview of part 1 of our upcoming interview, Levin talks about working with Gabriel on his landmark #So album from 1986. Enjoy this clip and be sure to look for Tony on his upcoming tour with #BEAT featuring #AdrianBelew, #SteveVai and #Tool drummer #DannyCarey where they will be rocking the King Crimson tracks of the 1980s. Learn more about Tony Levin at www.TonyLevin.comSHOW CREDITS: Diamond Dave Kinchen (host, booking, editing). Brother Shane McEachern (host, webmaster, segment production and the thing that makes you go hmmm…). Intro made in part w/ Drum Pad Machine (DPM). Instagram: @RockNationsDK Twitter: @RockNationsDK. Facebook: @RockofNat

#DeadDaisies frontman #JohnCorabi (ex-#MotleyCrue, #TheScream, #RATT) talks about the Daisies’ newly started tour across #Europe in support of their slammin’ new album “Light 'Em Up!!”Check it out!!https://thedeaddaisies.com

Dave and Shane are thrilled to welcome back one of the show’s earliest original interviews - prolific singer/songwriter #JessieWagner!!She’s back with two new singles: “I Just Can't Today” and “The Unknown.”The versatile recording artist has toured the world with #LennyKravitz, #Chic, #KidRock, #StevieVanZandt and #DuranDuran. Her powerful voice spans many genres including RnB, Dance, Soul, Gospel, Hip Hop and Rock n’ Roll. Check out more of her work at: www.JessieWagnerOfficial.com Also on Instagram @Jessie_Wagner Tik Tok @JessieWagner77And on Facebook, search Jessie Wagner. SHOW CREDITS: Dave Kinchen (host). Brother Shane McEachern (host, segment producer, and the thing that makes you go hmmm…). Intro made in part w/ Drum Pad Machine (DPM). Instagram: @RockNationsDK Twitter: @RockNationsDK. Facebook: @RockofNationsDK.

Dave and Shane welcome you to part one of our interview with #VerticalHorizon founder/singer/guitarist/songwriter #MattScannell, who talks about the 25th anniversary of their multi-Platinum album #EverythingYouWant which includes the smash hits “Everything You Want,” “The Best I Ever Had (Grey Sky Morning)” and “You’re A God.”Matt also opens up about the great friendship he had with legendary #Rush drummer #NeilPeart, and the awesome meeting he had with the #VanHalens at the iconic #5150 studio. Thanks for checking us out!

Dave and Shane are thrilled to welcome #MattScannell to talk 25 years of #EverythingYouWant! Here’s a preview of the upcoming chat!

Dave and Shane love everything #VanHalen and had a chance to catch up with #SammyHagar and #MichaelAnthony before their #BestOfBothWorlds show in suburban #Detroit. Here is the full chat. In the spirit of honoring the VH legacy, we also added sound from a 2023 interview we did with Sammy, and a 2022 interview with #JoeSatriani that made huge headlines in #RollingStone, #EddieTrunk radio, etc - where Satch confirmed talks with #AlexVanHalen and #DavidLeeRoth for a tribute show or tour honoring the life of #EddieVanHalen. We also revisit our conversation with VH historian Dr. #GregRenoff who wrote two books related to the band and reacted to the passing of Eddie back in October of 2020. Enjoy our salute to one of rock’s greatest acts ever!SHOW CREDITS: #SammyHagar and #MichaelAnthony of #VanHalen (August 2024). #SammyHagar interview from (October 2023). #JoeSatriani interview (April 2022). #VanHalen historian Dr. #GregRenoff (October 2020). Diamond Dave Kinchen & Emerald Shane McEachern (hosts).Intro made i

Rock of Nations has exclusive reaction from #SammyHagar and #MichaelAnthony of #VanHalen on their peers in #Aerosmith calling it quits after singer #StevenTyler was unable to have his voice fully heal after an injury.

RichieCastellano of #BlueOysterCult is with us talking about his work on the new album “TRUE” by #JonAnderson & The Band Geeks. SHOW CREDITS: #RichieCastellano (guest). Diamond Dave Kinchen & Emerald Shane McEachern (hosts). Intro made in part w/ Drum Pad Machine (DPM). Instagram: @RockNationsDK Twitter: @RockNationsDK. Facebook: @RockofNationsDK.

Richie Castellano of #BlueOysterCult joins us to discuss his work on the new album “TRUE” by Jon Anderson & The Band Geeks. Here’s a preview of the chat!