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We Talk Music

by Brett Monro & Morten Kristiansen

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WTMusic Interview - Bass Legend Billy Sheehan

Alert... We may have a new We Talk Music Podcast nicest guy of all time in bass legend Billy Sheehan! A man who's skill is unquestioned, see his placement on Consequences of Sound's list of 100 greatest bassists at #33 as an example, Billy Sheehan has a catalogue of great stories to match his library of great songs he's played on, even though he tells us he doesn't believe in the concept of lead bass playing. Recently he's played with another We Talk Music favorite guest in influential drummer Carmine Appice for the band Cactus and Temple of Blues II: All-Stars album, reprising his role as bassist on some of the top tracks on the album just like he did on the Cactus Temple of Blues original album from 2024. It absolutely rocks as you would expect, as does this interview, so check it out!

WTMusic Interview - Judge Jackson

We have a super fun interview for you today with singer Todd McTavish of Judge Jackson sharing tales of the band's history. He has so many hilarious stories including how he met the late, great band co-founder Lee Jackson, playing for bikers including at Sturges and for the Hell's Angels, the band's home that they nick named the Junkyard located in a sketchy neighborhood, and much more. Todd is a master at spinning a yarn, and their new collection album "Judge Jackson: Chapter One" features the band's very best from 1995-2000, including the single "Knucklehead". Give it a listen after hearing the interview, and find out why Judge Jackson's left such a lasting impression to so many.

WTMusic Interview - Lily Heidinger

Talented country singer Lily Heidinger is our guest on the newest episode of We Talk Music and we're so excited to share the music and style of this upcoming musician with you. A song writer with wisdom beyond her years, she makes music for misunderstood cowgirls, but it's universal appeal is sure to grab everyone. Listen to the interview to find out more and check out her singles "Miss American Cowgirl" and "Come Over".

WTMusic Interview - Eric Levy of Night Ranger

On August 28th Night Ranger drops "Best Of", featuring newly remixed & remastered versions of classic hits like "Sister Christian", "Don't Tell Me You Love Me" and “(You Can Still) Rock in America”, alongside some of their more top tracks from more recent albums such as "No Time to Lose" and "Truth". The album is incredible, and a lot of work went into making these recordings the best you've ever heard them. We talk about that process with keyboardist Eric Levy and cover his career in a fun interview, so check it out!

WTMusic Interview - Dave Rude of Tesla

It's always a pleasure to interview any member of Tesla, and that incudes current guitarist Dave Rude when he's talking about the group's latest release "Homage". The album includes 13 covers paying tribute to legendary artists like Queen, Elvis Presley, and Etta James, along with one original track, "Never Alone", proving Tesla can still rock out with the best of them, so check it out!

WTMusic Interview - Anthony White of Generation Landslide

Las Vegas native Anthony White—who previously played in Cold Sweat, is the singer and guitarist for Generation Landslide, who bring a high energy approach to music inspired by artists such as Alice Cooper, Kiss and Thin Lizzy. They make tremendous music and Anthony gives a tremendous interview on their new album Existence here on the We Talk Music podcast, so check it out!

WTMusic Interview - Local Series - Self-Cut Bangs

When the world shut down during the COVID-19 pandemic, countless musicians found themselves without rehearsal spaces, live shows, or bandmates. For Calgary indie rock outfit Self-Cut Bangs, those limitations became an opportunity. What started as a songwriting outlet between Shawn and vocalist Cayley quickly evolved into a full-fledged band built on friendship, collaboration, and an unmistakable blend of soaring melodies, crunchy guitars, and infectious energy. Self-Cut Bangs began when Shawn and Cayley were unable to rehearse with their previous bands during lockdowns. Instead of waiting for live music to return, they challenged themselves to write and record songs from home. Initially, the music wasn't even intended for release. It was simply an exercise in staying creative during uncertain times. But after independently recording an album and receiving an enthusiastic response, the duo realized they had created something worth expanding. As restrictions eased, the project evolved into a five-piece band featuring Dillon on guitar, Nicola on bass, and Joel drums, bringing years of Calgary music scene experience into the fold. Every rehearsal, recording session, and performance reflects a group committed to growing together while remaining authentic to who they are. Their willingness to experiment, trust one another, and continuously evolve has transformed what began as a lockdown project into one of Calgary's most compelling indie rock bands. For fans of guitar-driven alternative rock, thoughtful songwriting, and energetic live performances, Self-Cut Bangs is a band worth discovering—and one that's only getting started. Check out Self-Cut Bangs here: https://selfcutbangs.bandcamp.com/album/circle-around-the-free https://www.instagram.com/self_cut_bangs/ https://www.youtube.com/@selfcutbangs

WTMusic Interview - Masterplan Guitarist Roland Grapow

We had an absolute blast in one of the most enjoyable interviews in We Talk Music's long history with Roland Grapow. Humble and self-deprecating, his music speaks volumes about the man and with a new album by his band Masterplan coming out called Metalmorphosis you'll have the chance to find out very soon why it is he's garnered fans and success for decades in the music business, so check it out!

WTMusic Interview - Talking Chasing The Hydra With Crimson Glory

Formed in 1983, Crimson Glory was one of the inaugural bands to lead what would become known as the progressive metal movement. Now in 2026 they prove they are still at the top of their game with their latest album Chasing The Hydra. The We Talk Music podcast is honored to have been joined by rhythm guitarist and founding member Ben Jackson to talk the past, present and future of the band in a must listen to interview, so check it out.

WTMusic Interview - There's New Music From Corvus Lore

Corvus Lore has released a new single and video called "Promise You" to promote their upcoming 3rd studio album, and that's enough reason to bring on their talented singer Ryan Jones and equally talented guitarist Eric Fraser. With a cerebral approach to both crafting their music as well as discussing it we get deep into what makes the band and their music tick in this great chat, so check it out.

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