The Rockum Podcast
The Rockum Podcast is hosted by Gino Alache, a seasoned music journalist, PR expert, producer, and radio broadcaster. Known for his deep knowledge of hard rock and heavy metal, Gino has been a key figure in the industry for over 20 years. As the founder and director of Rockumweb.com since 2002, and host of the Rockum Radio Show on FM in Canada, he offers unparalleled insights. His interviews, often broadcast in multiple languages, provide exclusive content that resonates globally. Join Gino for expert commentary and in-depth discussions on the world of rock and metal.
Episodes
In this exclusive Rockum interview, journalist and host Gino Alache talks with Zora Cock and René Boxem of Blackbriar about their upcoming album A Thousand Little Deaths, set for release on August 22, 2025 via Nuclear Blast Records.
The conversation explores the inspiration behind the record, the creative and recording process with producer Joost van den Broek and mastering engineer Darius van Helfteren, and the meaning found wi...
The legendary guitarist shares details about the creation of Nefarious, his return to thrash metal and memories of ExodusGuitarist Rick Hunolt, best known worldwide for his role in the classic era of Exodus, speaks with Gino Alache in an exclusive Rockum interview.
In this conversation, Hunolt reveals how his new band Nefarious was formed alongside Katon W. De Pena (Hirax), Doug Piercy (Heathen, Anvil Chorus, Blind Illusion), To...
Warkings, the power metal warriors known for channeling ancient legends into electrifying anthems, return with Armageddon — their fiercest album to date, out via Napalm Records.
In this exclusive conversation with Rockum’s Gino Alache, The Viking opens up about the concept behind Armageddon, how the band balances history and fantasy, and what it’s like bringing gods and warriors to life on stage and in the studio.
With insigh...
🎙️ Rockum Exclusive InterviewLegendary drummer Chris Slade (AC/DC, The Firm, Manfred Mann) joins Gino Alache to discuss his powerful new album Timescape with The Chris Slade Timeline, plus unforgettable stories from his time with AC/DC, Tom Jones, and more. Originally recorded during the launch of Timescape – still fresh, still powerful! 🌐 Visit Rockum: https://www.rockumweb.com📻 Rockum Radio Show – Tuesdays 9 -11pm (ET) on CFRC...
🎧 Episodio 269 del Rockum Radio Show, transmitido el 28 de mayo de 2025 por CFRC 101.9 FM desde Kingston, Canadá. Esta edición contiene únicamente los comentarios hablados del programa, presentados por Gino Alache, con reflexiones, datos, historia y opinión sobre los artistas presentados.
🎧 Escucha el programa completo con música en:
👉 rockumweb.com
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En este nuevo episodio del Rockum Podcast, exploramos tres temas que no te puedes perder:
¿Black Friday o Black Fraude?
Analizamos las ofertas del Black Friday y cómo muchas de ellas pueden ser engañosas, especialmente para los coleccionistas de música. ¿Realmente vale la pena comprar en estas fechas? Descubre nuestros consejos para evitar caer en estas trampas comerciales.
W.A.S.P. en Toronto: Una Noche de Heavy Metal
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En este video, Gino Alache analiza el álbum debut homónimo de ICON, lanzado en 1984. Un verdadero tesoro oculto del rock de los 80 que merece ser redescubierto. Exploramos su sonido, composición, y el impacto que tuvo en su época, así como por qué sigue siendo relevante hoy en día.
Join Gino on Rockum TV as he dives into the unboxing of ORDEN OGAN's latest limited edition album box set, 'The Order of Fear'! Get a close look at the stunning artwork, the meticulously crafted booklet, and the epic tracks within. This is an unboxing you won't want to miss! The 'Order of Fear' Limited Edition Boxset is a true collector's item, with only 1000 copies available worldwide. It features: 🎵...
Welcome to Rockum TV! In this episode, we have the pleasure of talking with Niels Löffler, guitarist and key member of the German power metal band Orden Ogan. Join us for an exclusive interview where Niels reveals all the details behind their latest album, 'The Order of Fear'. From the inspiration behind the lyrics to the musical creation and studio challenges, discover what makes this album a special piece in the band'...
Welcome to Rockum TV! In this exclusive interview, Hannes Braun, the charismatic vocalist of the energetic German rock band KISSIN' DYNAMITE, talks about their electrifying new album "Back With A Bang!". 🎤⚡ In this exclusive interview, Hannes Braun, the lead vocalist of KISSIN' DYNAMITE, discusses the release of their highly anticipated new album, 'Back With A Bang!'. Discover the details behind the cre...
Welcome to Rockum TV! In this exclusive interview, Fredrik Nordström, the talented guitarist and producer of the legendary Swedish heavy metal band Dream Evil, talks about their new album "Metal Gods." 🗡️⚡ Dive into a fascinating conversation where we explore the details behind the album's production and recording, the inspirations that fueled it, and never-before-told stories about the band and their fans. Fredrik ...
Join me, Gino, from Rockum TV as I unbox the latest album from Powerwolf, 'Wake Up The Wicked'! Discover the amazing artwork, the detailed booklet, and the incredible music inside. Don't miss this exciting unboxing video! 📀 Album: Wake Up The Wicked 🎵 Artist: Powerwolf 🔔 Subscribe to Rockum TV for more exclusive unboxings and reviews!
Welcome to another thrilling episode of Rockum TV! 🎸🤘 Today, we delve into the dark and intense world of industrial metal with none other than James Baker, the mastermind behind the legendary band Rorschach Test. 🎤⚡ In this exclusive interview, James reveals insights about their upcoming and highly anticipated album 'Fallen'. Dive deep into the creative process, inspirations, and what fans can expect from this sonic mas...
Join us on Rockum TV for an exclusive interview with Mister Bush of Frequency Overload! 🚀🤘 In this conversation, we dive deep into their debut album "Fate Anthropic" and the band's journey since their formation in 2022. 🔊 Discover the inspiration and stories behind their powerful debut album. 💬 Hear about the band's formation and their unique approach to metal. 📖 Learn about Frequency Overload's plans fo...
Join us on Rockum TV as Gino Alache sits down for an electrifying conversation with Derek Davis, the iconic frontman of Babylon A.D.! 🔥🎸 In this interview, Derek dives into: 🔊 Their Latest Album: Get the inside scoop on "Rome Wasn't Built in a Day" and the epic tales behind it! 🎶 💬 Rock Star Memories: Derek shares unforgettable stories from his legendary days on the rock scene. 🤘⚡ 📖 The Band's Epic Journ...
Join us on Rockum TV as Gino Alache sits down for an exciting conversation with Jacob Björnfot, the mastermind behind the Swedish metal band KVAEN! 🔥🎸 In this interview, Jacob delves into: 🔊 Their Latest Album: Get the inside scoop on "The Formless Fires" and the powerful inspirations behind it! 🎶 💬 The Creativity of Their Music - Jacob shares how KVAEN's sound has evolved and their journey through the metal sc...
Join us on Rockum TV as Gino Alache sits down for an electrifying conversation with Sebastian Heldt, the drummer of the German metal band NEAERA! 🥁🔥 In this interview, Sebastian dives deep into: 🔊 Their Latest Album: Get the inside scoop on the latest release and the powerful inspirations behind it! 🎶 💬 The Power of Their Music - Sebastian shares how NEAERA's sound has evolved and their journey through the metal scene. ...
Hey rockers! Get ready to dive into our exclusive interview with Michele Guaitoli, the powerhouse vocalist of ⚓ Visions of Atlantis ⚓, hosted by Gino Alache and brought to you by Rockum. Known for their epic latest release "Pirates II Armada" and their mesmerizing symphonic metal sound, ⚓ Visions of Atlantis ⚓ is flooding the metal world. In this interview, Michele shares insights into the creation of ⚓ "Pirates II ...
Join us on Rockum TV as Gino Alache sits down for an insightful conversation with Marcus Åblad, the bassist of Nestor! 🎸✨ In this interview, Marcus talks about: 🔊 Their New Album: "Teenage Rebel" - Get the inside scoop on the latest release and the inspirations behind it! 🎶 💬 The Joy of Their Success - Marcus shares how thrilled the band is with the album's reception and their journey so far. 😊🎵 📖 The Band&#...
Join us on Rockum TV as Gino Alache sits down for an amazing conversation with the legendary drummer Carmine Appice! 🥁✨ In this interview, Carmine talks about: 🔊 His New Cactus Album: "Friends and Influences" - Get the inside scoop on the latest release and the inspirations behind it! 🎶 💬 The State of the Music Industry - Carmine shares his bold thoughts on streaming services like Spotify and how they impact musicia...
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