Rock of Nations with Dave Kinchen & Shane McEachern
By Rock of Nations with Dave Kinc
This is the place for all things classic rock/metal/new wave/punk/post-punk/pop and more. Dave brings 20 years of music journalism to the program. Joined by Shane aka "The Vinyl Master", this team gets details in interviews you won't find anywhere else!
The program has featured exclusive chats with classic members of Deep Purple, Genesis, Scorpions, Def Leppard, Judas Priest, Whitesnake, Van Halen, KISS, Quiet Riot, Blue Oyster Cult, Cinderella, Manowar and more. Hitmakers Desmond Child, Martin Page, and Bruce Sudano have also stopped by.
Check for new shows and clips every week!
The program has featured exclusive chats with classic members of Deep Purple, Genesis, Scorpions, Def Leppard, Judas Priest, Whitesnake, Van Halen, KISS, Quiet Riot, Blue Oyster Cult, Cinderella, Manowar and more. Hitmakers Desmond Child, Martin Page, and Bruce Sudano have also stopped by.
Check for new shows and clips every week!
Rock of Nations with Dave Kinchen & Shane McEachern Mar 15, 2022
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#293 #Motörhead Legend #PhilCampbell Talks New #BastardSons Album & Motörhead’s Legacy
The boys are pleased to welcome legendary #Motorhead guitarist #PhilCampbell, who phoned in before a sound check in Germany, to talk about his new album “Kings of the Asylum” with Phil Campbell and the Bastard Sons. Check it out! SHOW CREDITS: #PhilCampbell (guest).
Diamond Dave Kinchen & Brother Shane McEachern (hosts). “Kings of the Asylum” album audio permissions secured by Skateboard Marketing Ltd. c/o the great Nuclear Blast USA.
Intro made in part w/ Drum Pad Machine (DPM). Instagram: @RockNationsDK Twitter: @RockNationsDK. Facebook: @RockofNationsDK.
Sep 22, 202334:53
#292 #AnyGivenSin Singer #VicRitchie Talks #WarWithin
Dave and Shane welcome #AnyGivenSin vocalist #VicRitchie to the show to talk about their new album #WarWithin, available now wherever you get your metal! 🤘🤘
Sep 14, 202330:55
#KKDowning Is Here! We Talk New Album & Relationship With Old #JudasPriest Bandmates (PREVIEW)
Dave and Shane present an extended portion of their chat with legendary founding #JudasPriest guitarist and forever friend of the show #KKDowning!
Sep 09, 202332:45
#291 The #GlennHughes Interview!
The “Voice Of Rock” is here! Dave and Shane talk exclusively with legendary #DeepPurple bassist and co-singer #GlennHughes about his tour celebrating the 50th anniversary of #Burn, joining Purple with #DavidCoverdale for Mark III, working with #RitchieBlackmore, working with longtime friend #TonyIommi as a singer for #BlackSabbath, the next Black Country Communion album (exclusive details here!) and so so much more! Check it out!
Aug 28, 202340:53
#290 #Whitesnake’s #AdrianVandenberg Talks #Vandenberg Solo Band Album #Sin & More!
Legendary #Whitesnake guitarist #AdrianVandenberg talks about his latest #Vandenberg band album #Sin, released globally on August 25th. We also talk about #DavidCoverdale’s retirement plans, when Adrian first joined Whitesnake, his thoughts on music today and some of his favorite singers including #RonnieJamesDio. Check it out! SHOW CREDITS: #AdrianVandenberg (guest).
Diamond Dave Kinchen & Brother Shane McEachern (hosts).
Intro made in part w/ Drum Pad Machine (DPM). Instagram: @RockNationsDK Twitter: @RockNationsDK. Facebook: @RockofNationsDK.
Aug 20, 202332:47
#CollectiveSoul Bassist #WillTurpin On Current Tour
Dave and Shane caught up with bassist #WillTurpin of #CollectiveSoul!
Aug 17, 202307:20
#289 #DavidCousins Of The #Strawbs - Part 1
Dave and Shane are thrilled to welcome legendary #Strawbs frontman #DavidCousins who talks about their newest album “The Magic Of It All” now available wherever you get your music.
David opens up about an ongoing illness that is forcing him to step away from live performances after one final upcoming show, recent tensions involving former band members, the power of recording in South Africa, working with #RickWakeman pre-#YES, and how David transitioned into a sterling radio career. Check out part 1 now!
David opens up about an ongoing illness that is forcing him to step away from live performances after one final upcoming show, recent tensions involving former band members, the power of recording in South Africa, working with #RickWakeman pre-#YES, and how David transitioned into a sterling radio career. Check out part 1 now!
Aug 08, 202334:21
We Are Rock Of Nations W/ Dave & Shane
Yet another Station ID.
Aug 04, 202301:15
#288 The #GrahamBonnet Interview
Storied #Rainbow, #MichaelSchenker and #Alcatrazz singer #GrahamBonnet checks in from the road! Dave and Shane had a blast with this interview and we know you will to!
Jul 31, 202346:40
#Whitesnake Legend #AdrianVandenberg talks about #DavidCoverdale’s Eventual Retire Plans (CLIP)
#RockOfNations is honored to welcome legendary #Whitesnake guitarist #AdrianVandenberg to the show! Here’s a clip of our chat where he talks about our good friend #DavidCoverdale’s eventual retirement plans (with sound from Coverdale as well).
Jul 29, 202309:15
#287 Drummer #AlbertBouchard Of #BlueOysterCult Talks #ImaginosIII
Legendary Blue Oyster Cult drummer Albert Bouchard talks with Dave and Shane about the final installment of his historic #Imaginos trilogy, his relationship with his ex-BOC bandmates, #TheDictators, #AI, producer and poet #SandyPearlman and more!
SHOW CREDITS: #AlbertBouchard of #BlueOysterCult (guest). Diamond Dave Kinchen & Brother Shane McEachern (hosts).
Intro made in part w/ Drum Pad Machine (DPM). Instagram: @RockNationsDK Twitter: @RockNationsDK. Facebook: @RockofNationsDK.
Jul 28, 202329:02
#BlackStoneCherry’s #ChrisRobertson On #MirandaLambert Stopping Show Because Of #Selfies
Dave and Share a clip of their brand new interview with #BlackStoneCherry singer #ChrisRobertson who weighs in on the debate over cell phone use at concerts after #MirandaLambert calls out fans for taking “selfies”.
Jul 19, 202307:20
Songwriter #MartinPage On Writing #WeBuiltThisCity For #Starship & #TheseDreams For #Heart
Dave and Shane present a preview of their super fun interview with friend of the show #MartinPage, who makes his third appearance on the program! Check it out!
Jul 16, 202312:41
#286 #Haken Guitarist #RichardHenshall Is Here!
We’re riding along in the tour bus (virtually) with British prog metal heavy weights #Haken as guitarist #RichardHenshall talks about playing the States in support of their latest album #Fauna. SHOW CREDITS: #RichardHenshall of #Haken (guest). Dave Kinchen & Brother Shane McEachern (hosts).
Intro made in part w/ Drum Pad Machine (DPM). Instagram: @RockNationsDK Twitter: @RockNationsDK. Facebook: @RockofNationsDK.
Jul 11, 202329:07
#Detroit Rock City: An Oral History Of Rock & Roll’s American Birthplace 🎸
Welcome to a special “Rock of Nations with Dave and Shane” presentation, looking at the comprehensive history of rock music’s capital city: Detroit. The gents are proud to present their exclusive interviews with #WayneKramer of the legendary #MC5, #TedNugent, #MikeSkill of #TheRomantics, #DennisDunaway of #AliceCooper and many more. You’ve never heard the history of Detroit rock & roll quite like this! Enjoy!
Jul 01, 202305:30:29
285 #JoshTodd Of #Buckcherry Part 2
Dave and Shane present part 2 of the full interview with #Buckcherry mainman #JoshTodd who talks about the band’s tenth studio album #Volume10, working in #Nashville, and teaming up with producer #MartiFrederiksen who has worked with #Aerosmith, #Daughtry, #Ozzy, #MotleyCrue, #CarrieUnderwood and more. Todd also opened up about his battles with addiction over the years.
Jun 26, 202322:60
Why…It’s #GrahamBonnet Of #Rainbow!
Why…It’s #GrahamBonnet Of #Rainbow!
Jun 16, 202314:42
#284 #JoshTodd Of #Buckcherry Part 1
Dave and Shane present part 1 of the full interview with #Buckcherry mainman #JoshTodd who talks about the band’s tenth studio album #Volume10, working in #Nashville, and teaming up with producer #MartiFrederiksen who has worked with #Aerosmith, #Daughtry, #Ozzy, #MotleyCrue, #CarrieUnderwood and more. Todd also opened up about his battles with addiction over the years.
Jun 08, 202328:48
#283 - The #KipWinger Interview
The boys present an exclusive interview with #KipWinger who talks about his latest album #Seven, working with #AliceCooper and more!
May 28, 202327:15
#282 #RichieFaulkner Of #JudasPriest & #ElegantWeapons - Part 2
Dave and Shane present the second installment of their interview with #JudasPriest guitarist #RichieFaulkner who talks about his new band #ElegantWeapons.
May 23, 202327:17
#281 Remembering #AndyRourke of #TheSmiths, #PeterGabriel Tours Again, #Scorpions Reissues & More!
Dave and Shane talk about some of the biggest stories in rock as of late, beginning with the shocking death of legendary #TheSmiths bassist #AndyRourke.
May 19, 202342:22
#Buckcherry’s #JoshTodd On New Album #Vol10 And Personal Pressures Of Rockstar Life (Preview)
#Buckcherry’s #JoshTodd dropped by for a chat about the band’s new music and weighed in on the personal battles that can come with the rock n roll lifestyle.
May 16, 202306:07
#280 #RichieFaulkner Of #JudasPriest - Part 1
Dave and Shane present Part 1 of their exclusive interview with #JudasPriest guitarist #RichieFaulkner who discusses the new Priest album along with his new side project #ElegantWeapons, a supergroup featuring fellow Priest bandmate drummer #ScottTravis, #Pantera’s #RexBrown, and #Rainbow’s #RonnieRomero. Check it out!
May 14, 202330:33
God Save The King!
God Save The King!
May 07, 202300:10
#279 The #DavidCoverdale Interview: Part 2
Part 2 of Dave and Shane’s interview with #Whitesnake main-man and #DeepPurple legend #DavidCoverdale is here! SHOW CREDITS: Dave Kinchen (host). Brother Shane McEachern (co-host). Intro made in part w/ Drum Pad Machine (DPM). Instagram: @RockNationsDK Twitter: @RockNationsDK. Facebook: @RockofNationsDK.
May 07, 202338:30
This is Rock Of Nations with Dave and Shane
A show ID from our Jurassic period.
May 06, 202300:47
#RichieFaulkner Talks #ElegantWeapons, #JudasPriest’s Next Album, The #RockHall Jam & #GlennTipton
Here’s a teaser of Dave and Shane’s upcoming chat with #JudasPriest guitarist #RichieFaulkner about his new side project #ElegantWeapons. We get into the latest on Priest’s next record, Richie sharing the #RockHall stage with founding Priest guitarist #KKDowning, and so much more.
May 02, 202311:52
#278 The #DavidCoverdale Interview: Part 1
We are thrilled and delighted to have #Whitesnake mainman #DavidCoverdale back on the show! This time he’s talking about the brand new boxed set “Still Good To Be Bad”, featuring remixes and remasters of the heavy 2008 classic album. And of course Dave and Shane get into all kinds of other stuff with DC. Here is part 1!
Apr 26, 202331:56
#DavidCoverdale: No Backing Tapes At #Whitesnake Shows
#Whitesnake and #DeepPurple legend #DavidCoverdale talks to Dave and Shane about why he does not use backing tapes at his shows and how everything is live. This is part of our new exclusive interview. Look out for part 1!
Apr 25, 202301:49
#277 #NathanEast - Bassist for #EricClapton, #PhilCollins, #StevieWonder, #MichaelJackson & More
We went digging into the tape room for a remix of one of our earliest and favorite chats with legendary bassist #NathanEast. This vintage audio interview from 2019 catches up with East after he just played the #RoyalAlbertHall with #EricClapton. He’s been in Clapton’s band for more than 40 years, and contributed to some monster albums including #August, #Journeyman and of course #Unplugged! East also played on some classic tracks with #PhilCollins - including co-writing and playing on “Easy Lover” with Collins and #EarthWind&Fire singer #PhilipBailey for Bailey’s 1984 album #ChineseWall. East the bass on #DaftPunk’s #GetLucky as well, and that’s not even half of the massive credits. Check out our chat here!
Apr 25, 202320:14
We Broke It! When #JoeSatriani Confirmed #EddieVanHalen Tribute Show Talks
It was the biggest moment on our podcast (or certainly one of them!). Guitar virtuoso #JoeSatriani confirmed he was talking with #AlexVanHalen and #DavidLeeRoth about taking part in a tribute show to honor the late #EddieVanHalen. Of course nothing has happened yet…but you never know!
Apr 19, 202317:15
True Rock Stories - #TwistedSister
True Rock Stories - #TwistedSister
Apr 14, 202302:23
#KipWinger Previews New Album “Seven” & Reflects On Changes During Grunge Era
#KipWinger is here!
Apr 11, 202306:07
#276 #PaulGilbert Talks #RonnieJamesDio Covers Album & Final #MrBig Tour
Legendary #MrBig guitarist #PaulGilbert is here!
Apr 06, 202330:12
#275 #ColinBlunstone Of The Legendary #Zombies Talks New Music And Tour
Dave and Shane are thrilled to welcome back legendary #Zombies singer #ColinBlunstone to discuss the band’s brand new album #DifferentGame, having different hits in different countries, and the legacy of their epic masterwork #OdesseyandOracle.
Mar 31, 202353:50
#274 #BobKealing Talks #Beatles Book “Good Day Sunshine State: How the Beatles Rocked Florida”
We’re talking all things #Beatles with veteran journalist #BobKealing! Check out his riveting new book “Good Day Sunshine State: How the Beatles Rocked Florida”! Some amazing stories, and first hand accounts from folks who rubbed shoulders with The Fab Four back in the day!
Mar 28, 202301:05:07
#273 #Queensryche On The Road! The #MichaelWilton Interview
Dave and Shane go on the road with #Queensryche, talking exclusively with founding guitarist #MichaelWilton live from their tour bus traveling through California. It’s a preview of their tour stop in Detroit at St. Andrew’s Hall on April 2nd, 2023.
Mar 20, 202329:20
#PaulGilbert On New #DIO Covers Album And Final #MrBig Tour
Here’s a preview of our new chat with #MrBig legend #PaulGilbert.
Mar 17, 202303:38
#272 Part 2: #LydiaCriss On Early #KISS Years
Dave and Shane present part 2 of their exclusive interview with #LydiaCriss, ex-wife of original #KISS drummer #PeterCriss. She’s talking about the legendary 1970s, and how the band changed the world!
Mar 12, 202348:36
Happy 4th birthday to us!!!!!
Happy 4th birthday to us!!!!! Cannot believe we’ve been on air for four years already. Feels like we are just getting started!!! SHOW CREDITS: Dave Kinchen (host). Brother Shane McEachern (co-host). Intro made in part w/ Drum Pad Machine (DPM). Instagram: @RockNationsDK Twitter: @RockNationsDK. Facebook: @RockofNationsDK.
Mar 06, 202300:54
#ColinBlunstone Of #TheZombies On 55 Years Of #OdesseyAndOracle (PREVIEW)
#TheZombies’ #ColinBlunstone talks about the 55th anniversary of their legendary album #OdesseyAndOracle. SHOW CREDITS: Dave Kinchen (host). Brother Shane McEachern (co-host). Intro made in part w/ Drum Pad Machine (DPM). Instagram: @RockNationsDK Twitter: @RockNationsDK. Facebook: @RockofNationsDK.
Mar 03, 202305:59
#271 #LydiaCriss On #PeterCriss & Early #KISS Days
Dave and Shane are thrilled to present Part 1 of their exclusive interview with #LydiaCriss, ex-wife of original #KISS drummer #PeterCriss and notable KISStorian, as author of the fan-favorite book “Sealed with a Kiss”. SHOW CREDITS: Dave Kinchen (host). Brother Shane McEachern (co-host). Intro made in part w/ Drum Pad Machine (DPM). Instagram: @RockNationsDK Twitter: @RockNationsDK. Facebook: @RockofNationsDK.
Mar 02, 202343:24
This is Rock of Nations with Dave and Shane
A Station ID
Mar 01, 202301:30
#270 #Trauma’s #KrisGustofson On New Album, #CliffBurton & Thrash Metal’s Legacy
#KrisGustofson of iconic #BayArea thrashers #Trauma is here, talking new music and band legacy with Dave and Shane! SHOW CREDITS: Dave Kinchen (host). Brother Shane McEachern (co-host). Intro made in part w/ Drum Pad Machine (DPM). Instagram: @RockNationsDK Twitter: @RockNationsDK. Facebook: @RockofNationsDK.
Feb 20, 202340:17
#269 #DougAldrich On Latest #DeadDaisies Album, Time In #Whitesnake & #Dio + His #KISS Audition!
Veteran guitarist #DougAldrich talks with Dave and Shane about his latest album with The #DeadDaisies, working with #GlennHughes, his time in #Whitesnake and #Dio, his try out for #KISS and that classic 80s scene in #LA.
Feb 09, 202341:46
#268 #BonJovi‘s #PhilX & Horror Film Actor / Rocker #KurtDeimer Talk HEAVY Collaboration
Dave and Shane are pleased to welcome #BonJovi guitarist #PhilX and actor / musician #KurtDeimer to discuss their debut EP “Work Hard, Rock Hard”, life for Phil with #JonBonJovi, diversity in Kurt’s career which includes horror film work, and much more!
SHOW CREDITS: Dave Kinchen (host). Brother Shane McEachern (co-host). Intro made in part w/ Drum Pad Machine (DPM). Instagram: @RockNationsDK Twitter: @RockNationsDK. Facebook: @RockofNationsDK.
SHOW CREDITS: Dave Kinchen (host). Brother Shane McEachern (co-host). Intro made in part w/ Drum Pad Machine (DPM). Instagram: @RockNationsDK Twitter: @RockNationsDK. Facebook: @RockofNationsDK.
Feb 01, 202335:32
#267 #RichardWilliams Of Kansas Is Here! Plus…Remembering #DavidCrosby
Dave and Shane present their full interview with founding #Kansas guitarist #RichardWilliams who talks about the 50th anniversary band celebration album “Another Fork In The Road.” Williams also takes us through much of the history of the legendary progressive rock group. Dave and Shane also take a moment to honor the life and tremendous legacy of singer, songwriter and guitarist #DavidCrosby. The #CSN, #CSNY and #Byrds icon died January 18th at the age of 81, just two months after appearing on our program in what would be one of his final interviews ever. You will hear some of that interview in this show. #Croz was the sound of a generation, and then some. #RIPDavidCrosby
Jan 23, 202301:00:27
#266 #SkidRow’s Dave “The Snake” Sabo Is Here!
Dave and Shane welcome founding #SkidRow guitarist Snake Sabo to talk about the band’s AWESOME new album #TheGangsAllHere, finding new singer #ErikGrönwall, the band’s longevity and early friendship with #JonBonJovi. SHOW CREDITS: Dave Kinchen (host). Brother Shane McEachern (co-host). Intro made in part w/ Drum Pad Machine (DPM). Instagram: @RockNationsDK Twitter: @RockNationsDK. Facebook: @RockofNationsDK.
Jan 17, 202301:14:18
#265 Inside The Hits: #DesmondChild On Working With #BonJovi, #Aerosmith, #KISS, #JoanJett & More!
We begin this mini-series with a combined look back at two interviews (2019 and 2020) that we did with internationally renowned hitmaker #DesmondChild, who talks about co-writing “Livin’ On A Prayer” with #BonJovi, “Dude (Looks Like A Lady)” and “Angel” with #Aerosmith, “I Was Made for Lovin’ You” with #PaulStanley for #KISS and so much more. Check it out!
Jan 12, 202331:49
#264 #FrankZappa Band’s #MikeKeneally Talks All Things Frank
We kick off 2023 with our full interview with #MikeKeneally of the #FrankZappa Band. He talks about the band headlining their own tour for the first time and shares countless stories about Frank!
Jan 08, 202329:06