VRP Rocks - Classic Rock Interviews

VRP Rocks - Classic Rock Interviews

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: https://www.youtube.com/@VRPRocks Proudly part of Pantheon Podcasts Network.

Episodes

147. Chris Poland - Megadeth/Nuclear Messiah

April 6, 2026 • 39 mins
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 incredible lineup including Arthur Brown, William Shatner, Rick Wakeman, Joe Lynn Turner, Sebastian Bach, Bumblefoot, Marty Friedman, Pat Travers and many more. In the interview, Chris talks a...
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146. Carmine Appice - Star Studded Return!

March 30, 2026 • 31 mins
In this episode of VRP Rocks, Paul Stephenson welcomes back legendary drummer Carmine Appice — one of rock’s most enduring and well-connected musicians. Carmine returns to talk about the brand new Cactus album, Temple of the Blues 2, a powerful blues-rock release packed with an incredible all-star lineup. Featuring contributions from Dee Snider, Joe Lynn Turner, Billy Sheehan, Rudy Sarzo, Tracii Guns, Bumblefoot, Pat Travers, Ted ...
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145. Matt Backer - Elton John, Joe Cocker, Marcella Detroit

March 16, 2026 • 27 mins
In this episode of VRP Rocks, Paul Stephenson is joined by acclaimed guitarist Matt Backer, a musician whose playing has appeared alongside some remarkable artists including Alice Cooper, Marcella Detroit, ABC, and many more. Matt stops by to talk about his brand new album Red Guitars, a record packed with expressive blues-rock guitar playing and great songwriting. Along the way he shares stories from his career working with some ...
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Suzi Quatro - My 5 Favourite...

March 9, 2026 • 37 mins
In this episode of VRP Rocks, Paul Stephenson is joined by the original Queen of Rock and Roll, Suzi Quatro. In the first half of the episode, Suzi talks about her brand new album Freedom, due for release on March 27th, and reflects on why she’s still driven to create new music after more than five decades in the business. Then in part two, she takes on the My 5 Favourite challenge, revealing the five songs from her incredible care...
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144. Brian Vollmer - Helix

December 22, 2025 • 24 mins
In this episode of VRP Rocks, Paul chats with the voice of Canadian hard rock legends Helix – frontman Brian Vollmer. With a career spanning over 50 years, Helix have lived through the highs and lows of the rock world — and Brian’s been there for every single step. From the band's humble beginnings in 1974, through their breakthrough success with Heavy Metal Love, to tours alongside Motörhead, Kiss, Aerosmith and Mötley Crüe — Bri...
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143. Steve Ferrone - Tom Petty, Eric Clapton, George Harrison

December 8, 2025 • 60 mins
In this episode of VRP Rocks, Paul is joined by legendary drummer Steve Ferrone — the rhythm powerhouse behind some of the most iconic names in music. From playing with Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers for over two decades, to sessions and tours with Eric Clapton, Christine McVie, George Harrison, Michael Jackson, Duran Duran, Chaka Khan, and many others — Steve’s career reads like a hall of fame roll call. The conversation kicks o...
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Side 2 - Backstage With Foghat in London!

November 24, 2025 • 18 mins
In this very special episode of VRP Rocks, host Paul Stephenson swaps his Highland studio for the O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire in London — joining Foghat legend Roger Earl backstage just hours before the band’s historic return to the UK stage for the first time since 1973! Invited as a special guest by Roger and his wife/manager Linda, Paul takes you behind the scenes of a truly unforgettable night — from soundcheck to dressing room ...
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John McFee - My 5 Favourite Albums I Played On

November 10, 2025 • 30 mins
He’s played with some of the biggest names in rock history and now, for the first time, Rock & Roll Hall of Famer John McFee reveals his five favourite albums that he’s played on himself! From Elvis Costello to The Doobie Brothers, Van Morrison to Huey Lewis and the News, John’s guitar, pedal steel and production work have shaped decades of classic rock, country rock and Americana. In this exclusive VRP Rocks interview, John loo...
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Stu Cook (CCR) & John McFee (Doobie Brothers) - Jackdawg!

October 27, 2025 • 23 mins
What happens when rock legends from two iconic bands lock themselves in a studio with no rules, no label pressure and total creative freedom? In this very special episode of VRP Rocks, Paul Stephenson sits down with Stu Cook of Creedence Clearwater Revival and John McFee of The Doobie Brothers to unearth the incredible lost story of Jackdawg — a band made up of three Rock & Roll Hall of Famers whose early ’90s album was shelved be...
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142. Stu Cook - Creedence Clearwater Revival

October 13, 2025 • 39 mins
He was a member of one of America’s most iconic rock bands — and in this exclusive interview, Stu Cook takes us deep into the story of Creedence Clearwater Revival. From the band’s humble beginnings as a high school trio to headlining Woodstock, scoring a UK No.1 with Bad Moon Rising and releasing six albums in just over two years — Stu shares a front-row perspective on the meteoric rise of CCR. We talk about his friendship with ...
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Roger Earl - Foghat 50th Anniversary of Fool For The City

September 29, 2025 • 53 mins
Foghat’s Fool For the City is an iconic 70s album — and in this episode, drummer and founding member Roger Earl returns to VRP Rocks to celebrate its 50th anniversary. From the legendary anthem Slow Ride to deep cuts that helped make Foghat a household name in the U.S., this is a full deep-dive into the record that changed everything. In this extended conversation, Roger reveals the stories behind the songs, the recording process ...
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141. Greg T. Walker - Blackfoot / Lynyrd Skynyrd

September 22, 2025 • 40 mins
In this brand-new episode of VRP Rocks, legendary bassist Greg T. Walker (Blackfoot, Lynyrd Skynyrd) joins Paul for an epic two-part conversation you won't want to miss. First, we dive into Greg’s new band, Two Wolf, whose debut album is a blistering mix of southern rock and hard blues — full of raw energy, killer riffs, and rock ’n’ roll attitude. Hear the story behind the band’s formation, the new record (out now via Cleopatra R...
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Vinny Appice - My 5 Favourite...

June 30, 2025 • 40 mins
Legendary drummer Vinny Appice (Black Sabbath, Dio) returns to VRP Rocks to reveal his 5 favourite albums from his own incredible career. From iconic metal milestones to hidden gems, Vinny shares the stories behind the music, the sessions and the legends he worked with. Plus, don't miss Vinny's full career interview back on episode 104 of VRP Rocks for even more epic tales from the world of rock! Learn more about your ad choices...
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Carmine & Vinny Appice - Share Memories of Rick Derringer

June 23, 2025 • 20 mins
In this special episode of VRP Rocks, legendary drummers Carmine and Vinny Appice pay tribute to their friend and former bandmate, Rick Derringer, who sadly passed away just a few weeks ago. The brothers share personal stories of first meeting Rick, what it was like recording and touring with him and reflect on the kind of person and musician he truly was. Carmine also reveals the details of his final conversation with Rick – a de...
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Rick Derringer Remembered - Interview with his Drummer Kenn Moutenot

June 16, 2025 • 39 mins
This week on VRP Rocks, we pay tribute to the late Rick Derringer, the iconic guitarist, singer and songwriter behind Rock and Roll, Hoochie Koo and countless other rock staples. Joining me is Kenn Moutenot, Rick’s long-time drummer, manager and close personal friend. Kenn shares heartfelt memories, behind-the-scenes stories and a glimpse into the Rick that fans didn’t always get to see, fun, loyal and deeply committed to music. ...
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Supergroups Only Rock Experts Will Remember

April 28, 2025 • 23 mins
This week on VRP Rocks, things take a slightly different turn! With a couple of last-minute interview cancellations and a holiday just around the corner, Paul dives into a really fun topic — "10 Supergroups and Side Projects Only Classic Rock Experts Will Remember!" Featuring stories behind forgotten collaborations from legends like Robert Plant, Paul Rodgers, Jeff Beck, Gary Moore, David Bowie and more, this episode uncovers the ...
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Simon Kirke - My 5 Favourite Bad Company Songs!

April 21, 2025 • 33 mins
He’s back! Legendary drummer Simon Kirke returns to VRP Rocks for the third time, and this time it’s all about the songs that defined a band and a legacy. In this special edition of My 5 Favourite, Simon takes us inside his world with his five favourite Bad Company songs—from the unforgettable hits to the deep cuts that still mean the world to him today. With each pick, Simon shares personal memories, behind-the-scenes insights, an...
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140. Steve Postell - David Crosby / The Immediate Family

April 14, 2025 • 35 mins
In this special episode of VRP Rocks, guitarist, singer, songwriter and producer Steve Postell joins Paul Stephenson to talk about his incredible musical journey. From his deep personal and creative connection with David Crosby to his role in the powerhouse band The Immediate Family, Steve shares stories, insights and reflections from a remarkable career. We dive into his emotional tribute project, Our House: The Music of Crosby, S...
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Nathan East - My 5 Favourite...

April 7, 2025 • 25 mins
He’s back! After a brilliant deep-dive into his incredible career on last week’s episode, legendary bassist Nathan East returns to VRP Rocks – this time to take on My 5 Favourite. In this special episode, Nathan reveals the five favourite albums he’s ever played on, spanning decades of iconic recordings and unforgettable sessions. From chart-toppers to personal highlights, each pick comes with stories from behind the scenes, insigh...
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139. Nathan East - Eric Clapton/Phil Collins

March 31, 2025 • 29 mins
You've heard his basslines your whole life — you just didn’t know it. In this incredible episode, Nathan joins Paul to share jaw-dropping stories from his decades at the top of the music industry. Hear how he got his start with Barry White as a teenager, the spontaneous moment that led to writing Easy Lover with Phil Collins, what it was really like recording Bad with Michael Jackson and Quincy Jones, and why MTV Unplugged with Cl...
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