Hard Rock powerhouse Black Swan has a new album out February 27th titled "Paralyzed", meaning we have an excuse to bring one of the G.O.A.T's in their vocalist Robin McAuley back on the show.

As usual this is breezy fun with one of the best people around in Robin as we talk about why Black Swan is not just some supergroup put together but a real band, the songs on the new album, the legacy of his fellow Irish icons Thin Lizzy, and so much more. Just incredible stuff, so check it out!

As the lead singer of Roxx Gang and The Mojo Gurus singer Kevin Steele already has a solid legacy of music he can hang his hat on, but that legacy is getting another major bump with the release of his first solo album titled "One Thing Left To Do", and incredible record that encompasses everything musically that makes up the man after an incredible life.

In this candid interview Kevin talks about his brain tumor, his recovery, the challenges he experienced with former bands and record labels, why this is the right time for the February 27th release of "One Thing Left To Do" and so much more. No stone is left unturned and everything is honest and real in this terrific interview, so check it out!

One of the joys of doing the We Talk Music Podcast is that it presents a chance to hear new music from bands we otherwise might have missed out on, and when that music is of the great quality that Kings of Karma brings, that joy turns to pure ecstasy. Check out this interview with the awesome Chris Gates from Kings of Karma and learn why this band has us so excited.

Drummer Rod Morgenstein has accomplished so much during his 5 decades in the music industry. From rocking it out with the influential Dixie Dregs, his award winning stint with as a jazz musician in the Steve Morse Band, selling millions of albums with Winger, to his latest project joining Voices of Extreme, he's given us listeners so much and experienced even more himself, and those are the ingredients for a great interview. Check it out!

With a lineage to one of the most important and influential musician's of all time in Mike Love and playing regularly with The Beach Boys, Christian Love brings a deep understanding of crafting musical melodies to his own songs and gives us insights into the process during this interview.

Former Mötley Crüe lead singer and current front man of The Dead Daisies John Corabi joins the We Talk Music podcast for a great chat about his first solo album of all new material titled "New Day".

John is a real musician's musician, proficient at both vocals and guitar, and has a passionate love of the art form that comes across as he's either making music or talking about it.

Whether it's telling us about the "New Day" album or the single with the same name, musical philosophies, upcoming tour dates with friend Tom Kieffer of Cinderella fame, or discussing the meaningful lyrics in the newly released track "When I Was Young", or the signifigance behind the word LISTEN on the album he did with Crüe, John is always interesting and entertaining. It's a great time so check it out and be sure to like, subscribe and leave a review!

There are musicians, singers, songwriters and more that contribute to the great tapestry of sound that is the world of music, and Brandon Reid Allen is an artist that represents all those things at the highest levels as he sings of his life experiences directly from his heart on his new project Hobonation.

That journey is felt when you hear him both performing and when he is talking about his music like he does with hosts Brett and Morten on the newest episode of the We Talk Music episode. If you want to be moved this is someone you must listen to, so check it the show and songs like Dream of Angels, Hey Mama and Long Distance Lullaby

Here is a link to Brandon's Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2zn6XUzaeYOBukrqZALYkq?si=JLdDAD8UT6i5FuAED72W_A

Check out Brandon's Hobonation EP on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/0dpwg8QCQFUjdQRkupo4jE?si=kdn3DqiAQhO8v_LhtxpHUw

More about Hobonation LLC. Brandon's nonprofit organization:

Changing Lives One Person at a Time

A Community Movement to Rebuild Lives and Restore Hope

Our Mission:

Hobonation helps the broken and lost get back on their feet — through employment, safe housing, and community support. We believe in giving people a second chance and the tools to build a new life.

💙 One-on-One Mentorship Program

Be the reason someone turns their life around.

Each mentor is paired with a homeless individual to guide them through:

Finding a job (with help from local temp agencies)

Securing safe, affordable housing

Accessing transportation (bus passes, gas cards)

Setting goals and rebuilding confidence

You can sponsor or mentor a person in need — one life, one journey at a time.

🎶 Join Us at the Hobo Parties!

Our "Hobo Parties" are community gatherings that bring everyone together — the homeless and the public — to share food, music, art, and hope.

What to Expect:

Live bands, poets, and local artists 🎸🎨

Food & drinks donated by local businesses 🍔🥤

Real stories, real connections, real change 💬

Opportunities to sponsor or mentor someone directly

Where: Local parks (no overhead = more impact!)

Why: Because everyone deserves a second chance.

🤝 How You Can Help

✅ Become a mentor or sponsor

✅ Volunteer at events

✅ Partner with us as a local business

✅ Donate resources, food, or funds

Together, we overcome barriers to employment, housing, and hope — one person at a time.

Hobonation LLC — 501(c)(3) Nonprofit

📍 Serving our community with compassion and purpose

📧 hobonation@icloud.com

💙 Join the movement. Be the difference.

Ten Ton Mojo is a New York based rock band with a smooth Southern rock sound that is widely recognized as one of the best music acts going on the East Coast right now.

Guitarist Scott Lano joins the We Talk Music podcast to talk about their latest releases, plans for a new EP, hopes for a national tour, the strength and stability of the current lineup, and memories of the May show they played with the late, great, Ace Frehley.