Episodes
286
May 20, 2026
UAWIL #286: Iron Maiden - Burning Ambition
The world's greatest heavy metal band offered up a limited run documentary of the 1st 50 years of their incredible run and the boys couldn't wait to see it and tell you all about it
285
May 13, 2026
UAWIL #285: Blue Oyster Cult - Agents of Fortune
Blue Oyster Cult sold millions thanks to (Don't Fear) The Reaper in 1976 but the album Agents of Fortune features original songs and lead vocals from all 5 members in an eclectic mix of styles that turned into BOC's biggest seller
284
May 6, 2026
UAWIL #284: Def Leppard - Slang with Neil from Def Lep Pod
Many hard rock fans overlooked Def Leppard's Slang in the grungy/nu metal world of 1996 but Def Leppard fans think it's aged like fine wine. Neil from Def Lep Pod walks the boys through his 3rd favorite Def Lep record and why it's now celebrated for its uniqueness in their catalog
May 1, 2026
First Concert Memories #34: Rage Against The Machine with Ryan Condal of House of the Dragon
House of the Dragon Co-Creator Ryan Condal talks about his first ever Rage Against The Machine show where Zack broke his ankle and immediately vaulted RATM to the top of his favorite bands of all time
283
April 29, 2026
UAWIL #283: Stewart Copeland's Police - Deranged for Orchestra
The Police's Stewart Copeland creates an entertaining night for the whole family with his Police - Deranged for Orchestra
282
April 22, 2026
UAWIL #282: Jeff Beck - Wired
Jeff Beck's Blow By Blow went platinum in 1975 so while he retained George Martin for Wired in 1976, he also brought in some fresh blood including Jan Hammer who traded licks with Jeff in a funky and new age album that pushed them both to their limits
281
April 15, 2026
UAWIL #281: The Rolling Stones - Black & Blue
Mick Taylor left the Stones in the lurch ahead of 1975 so they grabbed Ronnie for the Tour of the Americas. But he was one of a handful of guitarists who helped Mick keep the bus on the road as the boys sought inspiration through the blues, reggae, soul, gospel, disco & latin influences
280
April 8, 2026
UAWIL #280: Robert Plant Live
The Golden God returns to the US with Suzi Dian & Saving Grace to perform folk/celtic/bluegrass songs, some reworked solo his & yes, a few from the Led Zeppelin catalog
279
April 1, 2026
UAWIL #279: Suzi Quatro Interview
We welcome the legendary Suzi Quatro to talk about her new album Freedom, her amazing 7 decade career, Happy Days & more!
March 31, 2026
First Concert Memories #33: Steve Kilbey of The Church
As The Church frontman gears up for the US leg of The Singles Tour, he reflects on seeing The Easybeats in the 60s and how that spurred him to work hard to find his sound and opportunity to be someone in rock music
278
March 25, 2026
UAWIL #278: Rick & Oliver Wakeman Live
We review a great night out hearing the legendary Rick Wakeman share the stage with his son & friend of the show Oliver Wakeman playing classic songs from both their solo catalogs and Yes, spinning some stories & making one little girl's day
277
March 18, 2026
UAWIL #277: Rush - 2112
Rush risked their career to create 2112 - a hard/prog rock masterpiece that gave them the freedom from the system they warn about in this 1976 epic
March 12, 2026
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock Podcast Trailer
The Ugly American Werewolf in London is a weekly podcast about classic rock, hard rock, progressive rock, heavy metal, early MTV, 80s music, UK vs. US chart success and all things rock! Hosted by The Wolf and Action Jackson, who interview rock legends, review classic albums and concerts of their favorite classic rock bands each week. Once a month, they welcome musicians, writers and fans to First Concert Memories to tell about one particular night where a live concert changed their life. Action ...
276
March 11, 2026
UAWIL #276: Van Halen - 5150
Sammy's 1st with Van Halen meant that David Lee Roth was out and America was forced to choose sides! Which side were you on?? Is this Sammy's best with VH? Is it top 5 VH albums?
March 10, 2026
Stewart Copeland talks the riotous fun he had making videos with The Police
Here’s a clip of our interview with legendary drummer/composer Stewart Copeland of The Police. Hear the whole interview with Stewart about playing the Paralympics, his Police Deranged for Orchestra tour and speaking series here: Stewart Copeland Interview Keep up with Stewart at stewartcopeland.net Check out our new website: Ugly American Werewo...
275
March 4, 2026
UAWIL #275: Stewart Copeland of The Police
The legendary drummer & storyteller talks The Police, playing at the Winter Paralympics, his Police Deranged for Orchestra tour, his speaking tour and much more!
March 1, 2026
First Concert Memories #32: Iron Maiden with Brian Slagel, CEO Metal Blade Records
Metal Blade CEO/Founder Brian Slagel talks seeing Iron Maiden on the Killers Tour opening for Judas Priest, interviewing Steve Harris, what Paul Di'anno told him before the Long Beach show and where it ranks in the 300+ Maiden shows he's seen
274
Feb. 25, 2026
UAWIL #275: Jay Schellen of Yes
We welcome Jay Schellen, drummer of Yes, to talk about their Fragile Tour of the UK & Europe this spring, his career, new Yes music and their return to play the US live
273
Feb. 18, 2026
UAWIL #273: Metallica - Master of Puppets
Master of Puppets may be Metallica's masterpiece with punishing riffs, melodic interludes, lyrics on war, violence, death, insanity and religion. But it would be the last to feature the legend Cliff Burton and though Metallica went on to hit untold heights, they may have never been the same without him.
272
Feb. 11, 2026
UAWIL #272: Ozzy Osbourne - The Ultimate Sin
Between band turmoil & turnover, a stint in Betty Ford and a reunion with Black Sabbath at Live Aid, Ozzy teamed up with Jake E. Lee, Phil Soussan and Randy Castillo to make a darn good metal album in The Ultimate Sin
Feb. 6, 2026
Jay Buchanan talks Black Sabbath’s support of Rival Sons
Jay Buchanan’s first solo album since joining Rival Sons, Weapons of Beauty, is now available! We spoke to Jay about writing the record in the desert, how he conjured up these incredibly personal stories and being a part of Ozzy’s last performance in Birmingham in July, 2025. Hear our entire conversation here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1Lsy6jb7a8IndqQbD3J0Im?si=LPUHAasCR9aOxtLQ76doLA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Feb. 4, 2026
UAWIL #271: Genesis - A Trick of the Tail
The loss of Peter Gabriel led some to believe Genesis was over. Thankfully their drummer, an entertaining chap named Phil Collins, came from behind the kit to start the band in a more accessible direction that would eventually yield extraordinary results.
Feb. 1, 2026
First Concert Memories #31: Oliver Wakeman on Anderson, Bruford, Wakeman & Howe
Oliver Wakeman talk about seeing his father Rick in an arena the 1st time with Anderson, Bruford, Wakeman & Howe and plants the seeds to one day start his own tenure in Yes
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Jan. 28, 2026
UAWIL #270: The Firm - Mean Business
The 2nd effort by Jimmy Page and Paul Rodgers supergroup spawned a #1 rock hit in All The Kings Horses but failed to deliver on the potential of all the talent in the band