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Explore Past and Present is a new full album with ten scorching rockers which includes seven brand new songs and three older songs including alternate versions of Let's Get It Together and Annihilate plus a remaster of Rock On Move on from Rock It released 2011.

Mixed and mastered by Mariano from  Sonic Synthesis Studio!  

Let's Get It Together mixed by Mr. Jackson Haymond who has credits for Alice Cooper's 2022 Christmas album featuring Mr. Ronnie Romero (vocalist of Rainbow, Elegant Weapons, Lords of Black) Mr. Martin Motnik (bassist of Accept) and Mr. Bodo Schopf (drummer for Michael Schenker)  
Menacing mixed by Ms. Ankha Nel: Multi Platinum and Gold awards for Audio Engineering over 30 years experience, in many different styles of music.  Ankha Nel, Positions held in the audio industry, Chief Engineer E.M.I Studios and Chief Engineer Downtown Studios. Freelance: Bop Studios, KayDee Studios, Delarey Studios (Decibel), S.A.B.C
Annihilate features Mr. Scott Foster Harris on vocals former vocalist for LA Guns mixed by Mr. Sam Koop (Sound Designer for Iron Maidens Legacy of the Beast)
Rock On Move On goes back to the 2011 release of the album Rock It originally mixed Mr. Ray Tilkens who's worked with many musicians including Wino and The Obsessed plus numerous appearances on other albums. 
Make a Change features Mr. Rev Jones on bass guitar who's played with Michael Schenker, Mountain, Leslie West and many other musicians.

Reviews from awesome professionals!
Mariano: Once again, it was a pleasure to have worked with Eric, always kind, collaborative, and clear in his objectives with his projects. Thank you very much for trusting in my work again.
Sam Koop (Sound Designer Iron Maidens Legacy of the Beast):  Working with Eric again was fun. Listening to his guitar chops is a pleasure!
Ankha Nel: Another awesome project that I had the opportunity to mix for rockgu, great production, well recorded, written and produced trax with awesome guitaring and no hassle payment always a pleasure working with rockgu.
Scott Foster Harris:  Another fantastic experience working with Eric! He writes, records, and produces such epic music and it's such a pleasure to have the privilege of being part of the creative process with his songs. Just a great visionary and an epic artist all the way around. As always, highly, highly recommended!
Martin Motnik: Great to work for, good songs, professional communication, couldn't be happier! Thanks you for having me again, looking forward to next time!
Bodo Schopf: It was a lot of fun working for and with Eric, a great song, a good producer and a very nice person.
Rev Jones: Great session. Cool tunes. Easy to work with. 

A fantastic article on Explore Past and Present from Jamsphere Magazine!
https://jamsphere.com/newreleases/the...
https://tunedloud.com/2024/05/17/expe...
https://reviewindie.com/2024/05/break...

Ronnie Romero: https://ronnieromero.online/
Scott Foster Harris:   / scottfosterharris  
Martin Motnik: https://www.martinmotnik.com/
Bodo Schopf: https://www.bodoschopf.com/
Rev Jones: https://www.revjones.com/

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01. Let's Get It Together (alternate version feat. Ronnie Romero, Martin Motnik, Bodo Schopf): 00:00
02. Menacing: 02:58
03. Many More: 07:04
04. Annihilate (alternate version feat. Scott Foster Harris): 09:13
05. Fear Not: 14:33
06. Entranced: 18:23
07. Explore: 21:00
08. Make a Change (feat. Rev Jones): 24:48
09. Rock On Move On (Remaster from the album Rock It): 29:10
10. Navigate: 34:18


Rock On Move On (Alternate master)

Fear Not

Let's Get It Together (Alternate master)

Annihilate (Alternate master)

Menacing

Many More

Explore

Make a Change

Navigate

Entranced

Baxie speaks with Steve Smith of The Vapors! While most people remember The Vapors for their classic New Wave hit “Turning Japanese” (1980), their two studio albums were loaded with great songs that deserved equal attention.  In 2016 The Vapors reformed after a 35-year hiatus. And this March they will release their latest album “Wasp in a Jar”. And it’s exceptionally good! Steve talks about the new record, being discovered by Bruce Foxton from The Jam, and about getting back in the road.  The Vapors will be coming to the Bosch Theater at the Wang Center in. Boston on August 1st as part of the Lost 80’s Live tour—-which includes Big Country, Flock of Seagulls, General Public, Josie Cotton,  Belouis Some, and China Crisis! Coming Monday on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and on the Rock102 app!

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Baxies Musical Podcast: Steve Smith from The Vapors

Pop Evil's 8th album "What Remains" will be unleashed March 21st. Lead singer Leigh Kakaty joins the pod for the 2nd time to discuss the record, embracing a new era, the state of rock today, and to reminisce about when Guns N' Roses' Use Your Illusion debuted.

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Join Damian in conversation with Baz Mills from the incredible Massive Wagons! Baz opens up about the band’s recent European tour, their epic time aboard the Monsters of Rock Cruise, and the continued success of their album Earth to Grace. Baz dives into the bands impactful anti-bullying campaign inspired by the powerful single “Forget the Haters”, and the incredible response it’s received from schools and young fans.

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Baz Mills of Massive Wagons Talks ‘Earth to Grace’, European Tour & Anti-Bullying Campaigning

Join Damian on Day Three of Download Festival 2025 as he catches up with Josh and Morgoth from Seven Hours After Violet as they discuss their ultimate dream rock festival! From curating a powerful three-stage lineup to picking legends like Black Sabbath and Led Zeppelin, the Josh and Morgoth share their perfect mix of iconic acts and rising stars that deserve the spotlight.

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Download Festival 2025 Interview: Seven Hours After Violet Build Their Ultimate Rock Festival

Lee Jennings of The Funeral Portrait joins Damian for a chat on everything from touring to albums and coming to the UK for the first time.

Lee opens up about the band’s latest single “Skinny Lies” and the raw emotion that drives their music. We dive into the creative process behind their powerful deluxe album “Greetings from Suffocate City” and explore the deeply personal stories that shape their sound.

Lee also shares what it was like collaborating with heavy hitters like Spencer Charnas (Ice Nine Kills) and Ivan Moody (Five Finger Death Punch) and why these partnerships mean so much to the band. Beyond the music, we discuss their passion for supporting The Trevor Project, highlighting the importance of mental health awareness in the rock and metal community.

Plus, hear some unforgettable tour stories, insights into life on the road, and what fans can expect next from The Funeral Portrait. This is an unmissable conversation for anyone who loves heartfelt lyrics, high-energy performances, and the spirit of modern rock!

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The Funeral Portrait’s Lee Jennings Talks “Greetings from Suffocate City” & Spencer Charnas

Join Damian as he sits down with Tim McIlrath and Zach Blair of Rise Against to chat about their much-anticipated 10th album, Ricochet, out on 15 August 2025.

The band unpack the themes behind politically charged new tracks like “Nod” and “Prizefighter”, inspired by a world grappling with unrest and rising authoritarianism. It’s not all heavy stuff though, there’s plenty of laughter as they reflect on the bands 25 years, from unforgettable shows to the stories that come with life on the road.

Whether you’re a long-time fan or just discovering Rise Against, this interview blends serious insight with stories that’ll have you grinning.

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Tim McIlrath & Zach Blair on New Rise Against Album ‘Ricochet’ + Wildest Tour Moments

Join Damian as he sits down with Jack Balfour Scott from LEAP to dive deep into the band’s latest single “Sinking Feeling”, the highly anticipated debut album Entropy (out October 3rd), and their massive upcoming UK and EU tour. Jack shares the creative journey behind LEAP’s sound, from the early days in small venues to selling out major rooms, and opens up about his personal battle with bipolar disorder, a powerful inspiration for the new single.

We talk about the band’s energetic live shows, quirky pre-show rituals, and their growing connection with fans worldwide. Plus, Jack teases exciting future plans, including a US tour in spring 2026. This is a must-watch for fans of modern rock, honest storytelling, and high-energy performances.

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LEAP’s Jack on Sinking Feeling, Debut Album Entropy & Upcoming UK/EU Tour

Join Damian as he sits down with Matt Walst from Three Days Grace to dive into their brand-new album Alienation and the powerful single “Kill Me Fast”. Matt opens up about the creative inspiration behind the record, the band’s evolving sound, and how the return of Adam Gontier has impacted their dynamic and live performances.

We also explore how Three Days Grace balance sharing vocals on both fresh material and classic hits, their recent Canadian tour highlights, and exciting plans for upcoming UK shows. To top it off, Matt imagines his ultimate dream festival line-up, giving fans a fun and personal glimpse into his musical world.

Whether you’re a long-time fan or discovering Three Days Grace for the first time, this interview is packed with insights, energy, and stories you won’t want to miss.

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The Goo Goo Dolls have just released their latest EP, "Summer Anthem." They are currently on tour with Dashboard Confessional, with a stop in Oklahoma City on September 11, 2025. Robby Takac recently called into  Alice FM to discuss with Tony Z their new music and what fans can expect from their live performances.

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Appetite for Distortion is a Guns N' Roses-themed podcast hosted by a radio veteran. 500+ interviews n' episodes. 

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