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Reverend Run |
| Episode Number: |
101 |
| Synopsis: |
HDNet presents its latest original music interview show hosted by the multi-talented broadcast journalist Matt Pinfield. This week, Matt talks with Reverend Run from the legendary hip-hop group Run-D.M.C about his time with the band, his new reality show on MTV called Run's House, and his new solo album Distortion. |
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Alice Cooper |
| Episode Number: |
102 |
| Synopsis: |
Matt talks with the heavy metal godfather, Alice Cooper. With his legendary stage antics and makeup, he has influenced everyone in the metal arena from Marilyn Manson to Kiss. He talks about his storied career on stage, in the studio and his newest passions: the golf links and his syndicated rock and roll radio show. So, put down the mascara and hit the couch for this in-depth rock and roll tour de force! |
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Trey Anastasio |
| Episode Number: |
103 |
| Synopsis: |
This week, Matt talks with Phish lead singer and solo artist Trey Anastasio. After spending the past 15 years as the heir apparent to the Grateful Dead throne with Phish, Matt catches up with Trey to talk about the new solo album, life on the road with and without the band and the future of the jam band world. So put on the tie-die, light the incense, and enjoy the jamming with Matt and Trey. |
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John Mayer |
| Episode Number: |
104 |
| Synopsis: |
The triple platinum singer-songwriter in a candid interview about his debut album Room for Squares, his 2003 release Heavier Things and life on the road. Also, a special look into his current project, the John Mayer Trio with Steve Jordan and Pino Palladino. |
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Blues Traveler |
| Episode Number: |
105 |
| Synopsis: |
Matt sits down with John Popper and Chan Kinchla, the mainstays of Blues Traveler, a band that made their name through relentless roadwork, as well as a string of platinum selling hit records. They talk of tragedy in the band (loss of longtime bass player Bobby Sheehan), successes (sold out shows and millions of albums sold) and the release of their new album, Bastardos. Look up "jam bands" in the dictionary - you just might find Blues Traveler listed! |
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Ian Anderson |
| Episode Number: |
106 |
| Synopsis: |
Matt sits down with Ian Anderson, lead singer of the classic rock legends, Jethro Tull. Their mix of hard rock, folk melodies, blues licks, surreal lyrics and most of all, a lead singer/flautist, didn't seem to dissuade fans from giving them 11 gold and platinum albums. No record store in the country would want to be without multiple copies of their most popular albums, Aqualung, Benefit, Thick As A Brick, Living In The Past, etc. With a career spanning over 30 years, Ian reminisces about everyone from Eric Clapton to Emerson Lake & Palmer. A walk through rock history that shouldn't be missed! |
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Ice-T |
| Episode Number: |
107 |
| Synopsis: |
Matt sits down with Ice-T, who has written and recorded portraits of ghetto life and gangsters, as well as some of the best social commentary hip-hop has ever produced. All the while, as a solo performer or with his rap-rock outfit, Body Count, he has withstood a constant barrage of criticism and controversy to become a respected figure not only in the music press, but the mainstream media as well. Now a respected star of television (Law & Order) and film (New Jack City), Ice-T talks about his tumultuous career in the music business and present day role in the entertainment world. |
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Korn |
| Episode Number: |
108 |
| Synopsis: |
Matt sits down with grunge-metal Korn front man, Jonathan Davis, whose lyrics have made the group a favorite among headbangers with brains. Drawing heavily from his own adolescent experiences to sustain anger that reeks of authenticity, Jonathan discusses the beginnings of the band, rock and roll excesses, and the new release, See You On The Other Side. An intimate portrait of one of the most successful rock acts today. |
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Max Weinberg |
| Episode Number: |
109 |
| Synopsis: |
Matt sits down with "Mighty" Max Weinberg, the longtime drummer of Bruce Springsteen's E-Street Band and present bandleader of the Max Weinberg 7. From Springsteen's Born to Run to Meatloaf's Bat Out Of Hell, Max has recorded on some of the greatest rock albums of all time. He talks of being on the road for over 20 years with the Boss, performing with President Bill Clinton and leading his own band for over a decade. With thousands of live shows under his belt, this is a rock and roll road trip not to be missed. |
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Dee Snider |
| Episode Number: |
110 |
| Synopsis: |
Matt sits down with Dee Snider, the king of 80's Hair Metal. As frontman for the famed Twisted Sister, Dee talks of the world tours, platinum albums and a reunion with the band years later. Now with his own syndicated radio show, "House of Hair", Dee talks to Matt about old-school lipstick, leather and rock 'n' roll. So get your horns in the air for this heavy metal half-hour with Matt! |
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Marky Ramone, Ric Ocasek |
| Episode Number: |
111 |
| Synopsis: |
Matt Pinfield sits down with two of Rock 'n' Roll's groundbreakers. First, Matt welcomes Ric Ocasek, the driving force behind New Wave. Ric talks about being the front man and vocalist of The Cars, his career as a solo artist, as well as producing records for bands like Bad Religion, The Wannadies and Hole. Then, Marky Ramone, the only remaining member of the revolutionary band, The Ramones. Hear his story about growing up in New York, 30 years of world touring and CBGB's. In this episode you get twice as much in 30 minutes! |
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Lynyrd Skynyrd |
| Episode Number: |
112 |
| Synopsis: |
Matt sits down with the definitive Southern rock band, Lynyrd Skynyrd. Guitarists Rickey Medlocke and Gary Rossington talk about their hard living, hard driving band whose music always remains firmly entrenched in blues, country and rock. From the beginnings with lead singer and lyricist Ronnie Van Zandt, to the decade breakup following the tragic plane crash, Lynyrd Skynyrd has remained one of the biggest concert tours today. Sit down with a bottle of Jack Daniels and and enjoy this rock and roll road trip down south! |
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The Best of Season One - Lynyrd Skynyrd, John Mayer, Ice T, and More |
| Episode Number: |
113 |
| Synopsis: |
Matt flashes back in the Best of Season One of Sound Off with Matt Pinfield. Don't miss highlights from: Lynyrd Skynyrd, John Mayer, Ice T, Alice Cooper, Korn, and some of the most acknowledged legends in music today. So sit back and enjoy a walk through the music encyclopedia with Matt Pinfield. |
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Kid Rock |
| Episode Number: |
201 |
| Synopsis: |
Known as the "American Bad Ass" or "Devil Without A Cause", the rap rocker from Detroit meets up with Matt in Nashville, TN prior to the start of his 2006 tour. A full decade and three albums before he hit the big time, Kid Rock (aka Bob Ritchie) made a name for himself on the road touring with his famed Twisted Brown Trucker band. Matt talks to Kid Rock about his famed career, relationships and the Live Trucker album, which Rock is paying homage to some of the motor city's finest live rock albums of all time (MC5's Kick Out The Jams, Bob Seger's Live Bullet and Kiss' Kiss Alive). |
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Big & Rich |
| Episode Number: |
202 |
| Synopsis: |
Matt sits down with the leaders of the "Muzik Mafia", Big & Rich. Producers, writers, and now multi-platinum artists, the Nashville duo talks to Matt about their careers as being behind the scenes of the industry to landing in the forefront. From working with Martina McBride and Gretchen Wilson, to performing on the CMAs, it's all in a day's work with the hottest duo from Nashville! |
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Dave Navarro |
| Episode Number: |
203 |
| Synopsis: |
With his six-string skills best described as a merger between heavy metal, psychedelic and modern rock, Dave Navarro became one of alternative rock's first true guitar heroes, with such notorious bands as Jane's Addiction and The Red Hot Chili Peppers. He talks of performing on the original Lollapalooza tour with band mate Perry Farrell, hosting the network series, INXS' Rock Star and being in the spotlight with wife, Carmen Electra. A trip through the past twenty years of alternative rock with the guitarist who has lived it. |
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Alice in Chains |
| Episode Number: |
204 |
| Synopsis: |
For the first time since the death of lead singer Layne Staley, the hard rockin' band born from the Seattle grunge era of the 90's talks to Matt. Back together, and ready to work on a new album and tour for later this year, the band covers the early days playing the clubs in Seattle to their breakthrough mega-album Dirt, as well as speaking candidly about the tragic death of front man Layne Staley. One of the most influential bands of the 90's, Alice in Chains has influenced countless bands in the years that followed their demise. |
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50 Cent, Mobb Deep |
| Episode Number: |
205 |
| Synopsis: |
The biggest name in hip-hop sits down with Matt Pinfield and brings his label mates, the infamous Mobb Deep, along for the ride. With multi-platinum, Grammy award winning success, 50 Cent talks with Matt about his career in music, film and working with the legendary hip hop duo, Prodigy and Havoc, on their newest album. |
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Herbie Hancock |
| Episode Number: |
206 |
| Synopsis: |
Matt sits down with music legend Herbie Hancock to discuss the new documentary, Possibilities, which features collaborations with some of the most gifted and famous musicians working today performing with Herbie. From Carlos Santana and Sting to Annie Lennox and Trey Anastasio, the film's lineup is extraordinary. A career as one of the most influential jazz recording artists of the twentieth century, Herbie talks of the release of his 21st album (Possibilities), as well as his time spent working with jazz great Miles Davis. |
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Rob Zombie |
| Episode Number: |
207 |
| Synopsis: |
Rob Zombie meets up with Matt at the Classic Car Club in New York City to talk about his career as the lead singer of White Zombie and his success as a solo performer and film director. From his early days as a goth-metal hero to his journey into the theatrical world as the horror film director of House of 1,000 Corpses and The Devil's Rejects, it's a wild ride with one of music's favorite performers. |
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Nickelback |
| Episode Number: |
208 |
| Synopsis: |
One of today's biggest rock bands from Canada sits down with Matt to talk about their career, major success, and newest release, All The Right Reasons. Chad Kroeger and Ryan Peake give insight on their music, which blends into a seamless force of rousing choruses, gear-grinding riffs, brassy rhythms and what audiences find to be irresistible melodies. Between the platinum success and the sold-out tours, the band seems to keep their feet on the ground as witnessed from this chat with Matt. |
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New York Dolls |
| Episode Number: |
209 |
| Synopsis: |
The band that created "punk" before the term was even created meets up with Matt Pinfield at the legendary rock club CBGB in New York City. Lead singer David Johansen and guitarist Sylvain Sylvain talk of the early days playing the clubs in lower Manhattan to earn a loyal cult following, but being avoided by the record companies due to the vulgar lyrics and cross-dressing, which would seem quite the norm in today's music world. A roller-coaster career marred by deaths, drugs and record company/management changes led to a triumphant reunion in 2004. |
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The Wreckers/Shooter Jennings |
| Episode Number: |
210 |
| Synopsis: |
Matt sits down with two of the freshest faces in country music. First up are The Wreckers, who were formed when Grammy Award Winner Michelle Branch recruited her longtime friend and backing singer Jessica Harp - who, at the time, was en route to signing a record deal of her own - on a new country music venture. The girls give Matt the scoop on their debut album Stand Still - Look Pretty. Then Matt chats with Shooter Jennings, the only son of country music legend Waylon Jennings. Shooter recalls memories of growing up on the road with his father and talks about his new album Electric Rodeo. |
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Steve Lillywhite/Kurt Loder |
| Episode Number: |
211 |
| Synopsis: |
Sound Off takes a different look at the world of music as Matt sits down with a music producer and a television/print journalist. First up is Grammy-Award winner Steve Lillywhite, who has produced albums for some of the biggest bands of the past 30 years, including U2, Peter Gabriel and Dave Matthews Band. Then Matt chats with MTV & Rolling Stone's Kurt Loder, who is one of the most well respected music journalists of our time. Kurt recounts many of his favorite stories from his accomplished career. |
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Cyndi Lauper |
| Episode Number: |
212 |
| Synopsis: |
Cyndi Lauper, one of pop music's most recognizable faces, sits down with Matt to talk about her music and acting careers. Lauper exploded into the American mainstream with her multi-platinum album She's So Unusual, which produced such mega-hits as "Girls Just Want To Have Fun" & "Time After Time". She has continued her success ever since, most recently with her 2005 album The Body Acoustic and a critically acclaimed run on Broadway in The Threepenny Opera. |
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Best Of Season 2 |
| Episode Number: |
213 |
| Synopsis: |
Take a look back at the best of the best from Season 2 of Sound Off. Don't miss highlights from Kid Rock, Dave Navarro, Alice in Chains, 50 Cent and Nickelback. Sit back and enjoy some of the greatest moments with Matt Pinfield and the biggest names in music! |
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Train |
| Episode Number: |
301 |
| Synopsis: |
Lead singer Pat Monahan kicks off season 3 of Sound Off and chats with Matt about his Grammy Award-winning multi-platinum band Train, whose mega hits--including "Drops Of Jupiter" and "Calling All Angels"--have earned them the loyalty of fans around the globe while enduring as radio playlist staples across the country. Playing literally hundreds of shows for thousands upon thousands of fans since forming in San Francisco in 1994, Train earned a well-deserved reputation as one of the nation's hottest live bands. With their latest album, For Me, It's You, Train continues its musical journey into new territory, offering the group's fans 13 new reasons to celebrate a great American band. |
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Joe Satriani |
| Episode Number: |
302 |
| Synopsis: |
Guitarist extraordinaire Joe Satriani sits down with Matt to discuss his career that spans nearly 30 years. Satriani is an instrumental rock guitarist and teacher, and a recognized virtuoso of the rock guitar, earning worldwide respect in the music industry. Joe and Matt chat about his career, his time spent on the road with Mick Jagger, his guitar supergroup G3 and his newest release, Super Colossal. |
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The Strokes |
| Episode Number: |
303 |
| Synopsis: |
Take a spin over to the Classic Car Club in New York City as Matt chats with the Strokes' lead singer, Julian Casablancas. The Strokes rose to fame in the early 2000's as the main group in the garage rock revival. Upon the release of their acclaimed debut album Is This It in 2001, many critics hyped the group as the "saviors of rock" for their stripped down sound, which is heavily influenced by bands such as the Velvet Underground and Television. Since then, the Strokes have maintained a huge fan base and have continued their success with their latest release, First Impressions of Earth. |
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P.O.D. |
| Episode Number: |
304 |
| Synopsis: |
This week, Matt shoots the breeze with Sonny & Wuv from the band P.O.D., the first Christian Rock band to reach multi-platinum status in the United States. Formed in 1992 in San Diego, P.O.D. has had major success with mega-hits like "Alive" & "Youth of a Nation", using a positive mix of hip-hop, reggae, and hardcore punk. They capture the magic once again on their latest release, Testify. |
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Fall Out Boy |
| Episode Number: |
305 |
| Synopsis: |
Pete Wentz and Patrick Stump from the pop-punk supergroup Fall Out Boy sit down with Matt to discuss their beginnings in the Chicago music scene to their hugely successful, double platinum album From Under The Cork Tree. Wentz's lyrics and Stump's musical direction has made Fall Out Boy one of the most popular bands in music today. |
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Wyclef Jean |
| Episode Number: |
306 |
| Synopsis: |
Hip-Hop artist, producer, actor, just a few talents of superstar entertainer Wyclef Jean, who sits down with Matt this week to discuss his career. Jean gained international success with his trio The Fugees and their mega-hit album The Score, which sold over 17 million copies worldwide. Clef and Matt chat about his humble beginnings in Haiti, his solo albums and his current hit single "Hips Don't Lie", a duet with Shakira. |
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DMX |
| Episode Number: |
307 |
| Synopsis: |
This week Matt sits down with one of the most talented and controversial artists in all of music, hip-hop superstar DMX. With his gruff rhyming style and trademark ad libs such as barking, DMX has earned a massive and loyal fanbase that crosses over many music genres. His new album, Year of the Dog...Again recently debuted at #2 on the Billboard charts. Sit back and enjoy one of the most candid and honest interviews you will ever see with DMX on Sound Off! |
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Jewel |
| Episode Number: |
308 |
| Synopsis: |
Acclaimed singer/songwriter Jewel chats with Matt this week on Sound Off. From her breakthrough album Pieces of You to her current offering Goodbye Alice in Wonderland, Jewel has been one of the most successful female performers of the past decade. She also discusses her acting, writing and philanthropy efforts. |
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Peter Frampton |
| Episode Number: |
309 |
| Synopsis: |
Matt drops by the Gibson Guitar showroom in New York City with this week's guest, Peter Frampton. From the early days with The Herd and Humble Pie, to the multi-platinum success of Frampton Comes Alive, it has been a wild ride for the singer-songwriter from England. His newest release is an album of instrumental work called Fingerprints. |
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Cheap Trick |
| Episode Number: |
310 |
| Synopsis: |
This week, Matt chats with Rick Nielsen and Robin Zander of Cheap Trick, one of the most influential pop-rock bands of the past 30 years. Cheap Trick has held a substantial following through regular touring and a hard-edged yet blissful pop sound that combines the tunefulness of The Beatles with the speed and energy of punk rock. Their latest album is entitled Rockford. |
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Disturbed |
| Episode Number: |
311 |
| Synopsis: |
This week, Matt catches up with Chicago-based hard rockers Disturbed at the Cutting Room Recording Studios in New York. Formed in 1996, this multi-platinum band has dominated the rock charts over the past 10 years, with albums like The Sickness and Believe. They have also become Ozzfest regulars, including the headlining spot on the 2006 addition of the tour. Their latest album is entitled Ten Thousand Fists. |
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Hank Williams, Jr. |
| Episode Number: |
312 |
| Synopsis: |
Country music legend Hank Williams Jr. chats with Matt at Gibson Studios in New York City on this week's episode of Sound Off. The son of country music pioneer Hank Williams, Hank Jr. began performing at the tender age of eight years old and went on to become one of the most recognizable faces in music today. "Bocephus" and Matt discuss his amazing musical career, the near-fatal mountain climbing accident and becoming the face of Monday Night Football. Hank's latest musical effort is an essentials album entitled, That's How They Do It In Dixie. |
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Hootie and the Blowfish |
| Episode Number: |
313 |
| Synopsis: |
Darius Rucker and Mark Bryan of Hootie and the Blowfish chat with Matt this week on Sound Off. From their breakthrough multi-platinum album Cracked Rear View, which is still one of the biggest selling albums of all-time, to their many hit singles including "Hold My Hand" and "Only Wanna Be With You", Hootie and the Blowfish became one of the most successful pop-rock bands of the 90's. Hootie's latest efforts include a studio album entitled Looking for Lucky and a live album called Live in Charleston. |
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Styx |
| Episode Number: |
314 |
| Synopsis: |
This week, Matt chats with Tommy Shaw and James "J.Y." Young of Styx, who became the first band in the history of rock & roll to have four consecutive triple-platinum albums. Styx had great success throughout the 1970's and 1980's, with hit songs including "Come Sail Away", "Babe" and "Mr. Roboto". Their latest effort is a live album & DVD entitled One With Everything: Styx and the Contemporary Youth Orchestra. |
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Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Dickey Betts |
| Episode Number: |
315 |
| Synopsis: |
Matt Pinfield sits down with two generations of great axe-men: Kenny Wayne Shepherd and Dickey Betts. They have been touring the country as a double bill, with Kenny fronting Double Trouble, a band that came to fame behind Stevie Ray Vaughan - while Dickey, a founding member of the Allman Brothers Band, has his own band called Great Southern. |
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311 |
| Episode Number: |
316 |
| Synopsis: |
This week on Sound Off, Matt hits the road and hops on the 311 tour bus to chat with Nick Hexum and SA Martinez. Spawned from Omaha, Nebraska, 311 has enjoyed over 10 years of success, courtesy of a rabid, loyal fan base and the band's high-energy live shows. 311's musical fusion of rap, rock, reggae and funk has made them a mainstay in the modern rock music scene. Their latest album is entitled Don't Tread On Me. |
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Meat Loaf |
| Episode Number: |
317 |
| Synopsis: |
The legendary Meat Loaf swings by Sound Off this week to discuss his remarkable career. His smash hit album Bat Out Of Hell is one of the biggest selling albums of all-time. In addition, Meat Loaf is an accomplished actor, starring in movies such as The Rocky Horror Picture Show and Fight Club. His latest album is entitled Bat Out Of Hell III: The Monster Is Loose, and he is currently featured in Tenacious D - The Pick Of Destiny. |
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Hall & Oates |
| Episode Number: |
318 |
| Synopsis: |
Celebrate the holidays with Hall & Oates on a special Christmas Eve addition of Sound Off with Matt Pinfield. With over 60 million records sold to date, Hall & Oates are the most successful duo in the history of music. With eight # 1 hit singles and dozens of hits over the past 30 years, including "Rich Girl", "Kiss On My List" and "Maneater", Hall & Oates are considered to be the pioneers of Rock & Soul. Their latest effort is a Christmas album entitled, Home For Christmas. |
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Oasis |
| Episode Number: |
319 |
| Synopsis: |
This week on Sound Off, Matt sits down with Noel Gallagher, lead guitarist, principal songwriter and vocalist for the British supergroup Oasis. Formed in Manchester in 1991, Oasis are one of the most successful and prominent English music groups to emerge during the 1990s with 50 million in album sales and 8 UK number-one singles. Their critical acclaim and massive, loyal fanbase still remain today, feeding off the band's melodic hooks, loud guitars and defiant sneer. Oasis' latest release is a greatest hits album entitled, Stop The Clocks. |
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Buzzcocks, New Found Glory |
| Episode Number: |
320 |
| Synopsis: |
This week, Matt Pinfield chats with two generations of great punk/emo bands. The legendary Buzzcocks, from Manchester, England, played a pivotal role in the guitar-led punk boom of the late 1970's. Their latest release is an album entitled Flat-Pack Philosophy. Proudly waving the pop-punk flag today are New Found Glory, whose latest effort is entitled Coming Home. |
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Charlie Daniels |
| Episode Number: |
321 |
| Synopsis: |
Matt sits down with country music legend Charlie Daniels this week on Sound Off. From his early days as a songwriter for Elvis Presley and a session musician for Bob Dylan to his Grammy Award winning mega-hit "The Devil Went Down To Georgia", Charlie Daniels has been one of the most important contributors to Country, Southern Rock and Jazz music. |
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Papa Roach |
| Episode Number: |
322 |
| Synopsis: |
Papa Roach swings through Sound Off this week to discuss their beginnings in the California music scene to their hugely successful, triple-platinum major label debut album Infest. Their latest effort is entitled The Paramour Sessions, an album that has a darker tone than previous efforts, reflecting on the band's real-life experiences and hardships. |
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Montgomery Gentry |
| Episode Number: |
323 |
| Synopsis: |
This week, Matt catches up with superstar country duo Montgomery Gentry at Gibson Studios in New York. Formed in 1999, Eddie Montgomery and Troy Gentry have been a cornerstone of the most important movement in country music - a gritty rock edge and outlaw attitude that has captured the imaginations of countless fans. Their latest album is entitled Some People Change. |
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The Killers |
| Episode Number: |
324 |
| Synopsis: |
One of the biggest modern rock bands in the world sit down with Matt this week as The Killers swing by Sound Off. Formed in 2002 in Las Vegas, The Killers exploded into the mainstream with their debut album Hot Fuss, which earned the band five Grammy nominations and sold over five million copies. Their latest album is entitled Sam's Town. |
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Lou Reed |
| Episode Number: |
325 |
| Synopsis: |
The legendary Lou Reed swings by Sound Off this week to discuss his remarkable & influential career. Reed first found prominence as the guitarist and principal singer-songwriter of The Velvet Underground. The band gained little mainstream success during its life, but their music is considered today by many to be the birth of alternative rock. Reed went on to a long and eclectic solo career and is now recognized as an elder statesman of rock. Enjoy this rare, in-depth interview with a true music icon! |
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Best of Season 3 |
| Episode Number: |
326 |
| Synopsis: |
Take a look back at the best of the best from season 3 of Sound Off. Don't miss highlights from Fall Out Boy, DMX, Peter Frampton, Cheap Trick and Hank Williams, Jr. Sit back and enjoy some of the greatest moments with Matt Pinfield and the biggest names in music! |
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All American Rejects/Coheed and Cambria |
| Episode Number: |
327 |
| Synopsis: |
This week, Matt Pinfield chats with two of the brightest young bands in music today. The All-American Rejects exploded into the mainstream music scene with their most recent release, the platinum-selling album Move Along. Coheed and Cambria, a hugely popular prog-rock band from New York, have gained critical acclaim and a loyal fan base with their storytelling concept albums. The band's latest effort is entitled Good Apollo, I'm Burning Star IV, Volume One: From Fear Through The Eyes of Madness. |
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John Legend |
| Episode Number: |
328 |
| Synopsis: |
Five-time Grammy Award winning R&B superstar John Legend sits down with Matt this week on Sound Off. Legend, an accomplished singer, songwriter and pianist, released his debut album Get Lifted in 2004 and was received with huge critical acclaim and platinum-selling success. His latest album is entitled Once Again. |
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Les Paul |
| Episode Number: |
329 |
| Synopsis: |
The legendary Les Paul sits down with Matt this week on Sound Off. One of the most important figures in the history of modern music, Paul was instrumental in the development of modern electric instruments and recording techniques. He is a pioneer in the development of the solid-body electric guitar, multi-track recording, and various reverb and echo effects. |
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Best of Season Three, Part 2 |
| Episode Number: |
330 |
| Synopsis: |
Take a look back at the best of the best from Season 3 of Sound Off. Don't miss highlights from 311, Hall & Oates, Oasis, The Killers, Montgomery Gentry, and Lou Reed. Sit back and enjoy some of the greatest moments with Matt Pinfield and the biggest names in music! |
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Good Charlotte |
| Episode Number: |
401 |
| Synopsis: |
Matt sits down with Joel and Billy from the multi-platinum pop-punk band Good Charlotte. Formed in 1996 in Maryland, Good Charlotte has had major success with mega-hits like "Lifestyles of the Rich and the Famous" and "The Anthem". Their latest release is entitled Good Morning Revival. |
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Lonestar |
| Episode Number: |
402 |
| Synopsis: |
Matt sits down with Dean Sams and Michael Britt from the country superstar group Lonestar. They began their rise to stardom with their self-titled debut album in 1995 and have enjoyed major success with mega-hits like "Amazed" & "I'm Already There." Their latest release is entitled Mountains. |
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Brian McKnight |
| Episode Number: |
403 |
| Synopsis: |
Matt goes one-on-one with Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter, Brian McKnight. Brian shares his journey from obscurity to super stardom, selling 16 million records, and also discusses his latest album, Ten. |
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Naughty By Nature |
| Episode Number: |
404 |
| Synopsis: |
Matt Pinfield catches up with Treach and Vinnie from the legendary hip-hop group Naughty By Nature. They became one of the first hip-hop acts to have major pop hits while still maintaining their street-level credibility among the hardcore rap faithful. The duo rose to international superstardom with their anthems "O.P.P." and "Hip Hop Hooray". |
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Macy Gray |
| Episode Number: |
405 |
| Synopsis: |
Matt sits down with Grammy-Award winning singer-songwriter Macy Gray. Her debut album On How Life Is has sold more than 7 million copies worldwide. Gray's latest release is entitled Big. |
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Rush |
| Episode Number: |
406 |
| Synopsis: |
Matt chats with Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson of the legendary rock trio Rush. With well over 35 million records sold worldwide, Rush has gained international fame with their instrumental virtuosity and eclectic lyrics. Their latest album is entitled Snakes & Arrows. |
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Steven Van Zandt |
| Episode Number: |
407 |
| Synopsis: |
Matt catches up with the multi-talented "Little" Steven Van Zandt on this week's Sound Off. Van Zandt's credits are many: musician, songwriter, producer, actor and radio DJ. |
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Velvet Revolver |
| Episode Number: |
408 |
| Synopsis: |
Matt chats with lead singer Scott Weiland and drummer Matt Sorum of Velvet Revolver about their successful musical history, formation in 2002, and their latest album entitled Libertad. |
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Maroon 5 |
| Episode Number: |
409 |
| Synopsis: |
Matt chats with Adam Levine and Jesse Carmichael of the band Maroon 5. With hit singles such as "Harder To Breathe" and "This Love", Maroon 5 gained international fame. |
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Chris Cornell |
| Episode Number: |
410 |
| Synopsis: |
Matt catches up with alternative rock legend Chris Cornell. Topics include his time with Soundgarden & Audioslave. His latest solo album is entitled Carry On. |
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Ted Nugent |
| Episode Number: |
411 |
| Synopsis: |
The "Motor City Madman," Ted Nugent, sits down with Matt for an uncensored interview about his time with the Amboy Dukes and his extensive solo career. |
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Nelly Furtado |
| Episode Number: |
412 |
| Synopsis: |
Matt chats with pop star Nelly Furtado. Topics include her diverse musical tastes and early musical history. Her latest album is entitled Loose. |
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Perry Farrell |
| Episode Number: |
413 |
| Synopsis: |
Alt rock pioneer Perry Farrell swings by Sound Off to discuss the Lollapalooza festival, his time with Jane's Addiction, and his new band, Satellite Party. |
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My Chemical Romance |
| Episode Number: |
414 |
| Synopsis: |
Gerard Way, the dynamic lead singer of My Chemical Romance, sits down with Matt this week on Sound Off. Topics include the band's latest album The Black Parade. |
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Linkin Park |
| Episode Number: |
415 |
| Synopsis: |
Matt chats with Chester Bennington and Mike Shinoda from Linkin Park, one of the biggest rock bands in the world, having sold over 40 million albums. |
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The Goo Goo Dolls |
| Episode Number: |
416 |
| Synopsis: |
Matt sits down with John, Robby and Mike of The Goo Goo Dolls to talk about the band's start in 1986 to their platinum-selling success. Their latest album is entitled Let Love In. |
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Avril Lavigne |
| Episode Number: |
417 |
| Synopsis: |
With over 28 million albums sold worldwide, Avril Lavigne is one of the biggest stars in music today. Her latest album is entitled The Best Damn Thing. |
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Lindsey Buckingham |
| Episode Number: |
418 |
| Synopsis: |
This week Matt chats with Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member Lindsey Buckingham. Topics include his time with Fleetwood Mac, his successful solo career, and his latest album entitled Under The Skin. |
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Bam Margera |
| Episode Number: |
419 |
| Synopsis: |
This week Matt chats with reality TV star, professional skateboarder, and music lover Bam Margera. Topics include his time with the Jackass crew and his latest album Viva La Bands - Volume 2. |
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Poison |
| Episode Number: |
420 |
| Synopsis: |
This week Matt chats with Poison, heavy metal giants with over 25 million albums sold worldwide. Their latest album is entitled Poison'd! |
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Willie Nelson |
| Episode Number: |
421 |
| Synopsis: |
Country icon Willie Nelson swings by Sound Off to discuss Farm Aid, songwriting, acting and his legendary music career. |
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"Weird Al" Yankovic |
| Episode Number: |
422 |
| Synopsis: |
This week Matt chats with "Weird Al" Yankovic, one of the biggest selling comedy acts in music history with over 12 million albums sold. His latest album is entitled Straight Outta Lynwood. |
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James Blunt |
| Episode Number: |
423 |
| Synopsis: |
British singer-songwriter James Blunt stops by Sound Off to discuss his multi-platinum success and his latest album, All the Lost Souls. |
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Henry Rollins |
| Episode Number: |
424 |
| Synopsis: |
Punk rock legend Henry Rollins swings by Sound Off to discuss his time with Black Flag, and his exploits as a successful actor, writer and spoken word artist. |
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Tom Morello |
| Episode Number: |
425 |
| Synopsis: |
Guitar God Tom Morello stops by Sound Off to discuss his time with Rage Against The Machine and Audioslave. |
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Serj Tankian |
| Episode Number: |
426 |
| Synopsis: |
Serj Tankian hangs out on Sound Off to discuss his political views, success with System Of A Down, and his solo album, Elect The Dead. |
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Best Of #01 |
| Episode Number: |
427 |
| Synopsis: |
Take a look back at the best of the best from season 4 of Sound Off. Enjoy some of the greatest moments with Matt Pinfield and the biggest names in music! |
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KT Tunstall and Natasha Bedingfield |
| Episode Number: |
428 |
| Synopsis: |
Singer/songwriter KT Tunstall and Grammy nominee Natasha Bedingfield join Matt this week on Sound Off. |
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Ray Davies |
| Episode Number: |
429 |
| Synopsis: |
Legendary singer-songwriter Ray Davies swings by Sound Off to discuss his time with The Kinks and his latest solo album, Working Man's Cafe. |
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Chris Daughtry |
| Episode Number: |
430 |
| Synopsis: |
American Idol finalist, and Grammy nominee, Chris Daughtry joins Matt this week on Sound Off. His band's self-titled debut was the top-selling album of 2007. |
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Mick Jones |
| Episode Number: |
431 |
| Synopsis: |
Punk rock legend Mick Jones stops by Sound Off to discuss his time with The Clash, Big Audio Dynamite and his new band Carbon/Silicon. |
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Best Of #2 |
| Episode Number: |
432 |
| Synopsis: |
Check out more of the best moments from Season 4, as well as a preview of Matt Pinfield's upcoming interview with hip-hop star Ja Rule. |
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Ja Rule |
| Episode Number: |
433 |
| Synopsis: |
Hip-hop superstar Ja Rule swings by Sound Off to discuss his multi-platinum music career, acting and his latest album, The Mirror. |
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Cypress Hill |
| Episode Number: |
434 |
| Synopsis: |
Hip-hop legends Cypress Hill stop by Sound Off. The trio is the best selling Latino rap group of all time. |
