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Benji Webbe tells us how the album’s writing process unfolded. He also gives us insights into the recording sessions, reveals which song changed the most along the way, and shares whether there are still clashes in the studio after almost 30 years. And you definitely don’t want to miss the fascinating story of how he came up with the album title! Enjoy!

John 5 has toured Europe many times—with Mötley Crüe and Rob Zombie—but never with his own solo show. That’s about to change: he’s announced for 2026 dates across the Rock Republic this May and has plenty of plans beyond just performing live. Discover what he’s got in store and what major surprise he’s planning for 2027 in the ROCK ANTENNE interview!

Steve Vai is currently on tour across Europe with BEAT, performing alongside Adrian Belew, Tony Levin, and Danny Carey, bringing King Crimson’s iconic 1980s music back to the stage. In an exclusive interview with ROCK ANTENNE, he shares how he became part of the band, talks about the incredible talent and professionalism of his bandmates, and expresses his admiration for Tony Levin’s on-stage energy. He also opens up about what it’s like to spend a lifetime on the road and how important it is to have the right people by your side while touring. Steve Vai goes on to compare his experience with BEAT to his time playing with Frank Zappa, and reveals whether he ever feels the need to take a break from it all.

Gavin Rossdale gives us a glimpse into his life. Don't miss this interview if you want recipe tips from a rockstar or if you're wondering what to expect on his upcoming tour. What does he love so much about Germany? Look forward to the concert on June 11th in Hamburg! Until then, enjoy listening!

Kreative Köpfe brauchen kreative Räume - für Axel Rudi Pell ist dieser Raum das Kreieren von neuen Alben und das Arbeiten an seiner Musik. Musik selbst geschrieben, Songs selbst produziert, Album-Cover selbst gestaltet - Axel Rudi Pell lebt nach dem Motto "viele Köche verderben den Brei". Geschichten zur Entstehung des neuen Albums "Ghost Town" gibt es hier im exklusiven ROCK ANTENNE Interview mit Axel Rudi Pell - hört rein!

Cullen Moore and Daniel Pruitt of Sleep Theory joined us for an exclusive interview on ROCK ANTENNE, where they talked about their latest album, "Afterglow." They shared insights into how the songs came together and how the tour has been going so far. The interview also covers what they’ve learned from other bands and where they hope their journey as a band will take them next. Enjoy!

Lars and Leo both jump at the chance to chat with the legendary Francis Rossi of Status Quo! They talk about his love of winter and Germany, his thoughts on democracy as a concept, why sometimes it’s actually good not to care about things – and, eventually, his new album “The Accidental.” Join the three of them as their conversation takes all sorts of unexpected turns!

Alter Bridge from Florida has been playing with the same lineup for over 20 years – and with great success! We talked to singer Myles Kennedy about their latest work: On January 9th, the rock band's eighth, self-titled studio album will be released, and it's packed with so many highlights: Powerful lyrics, vocal performances from Myles and also bandmate Marc Tremonti, and their longest song to date!

Laura Cox, the French blues-rock guitarist with a powerhouse voice and killer riffs, is back with a new album. Packed with raw energy, punchy rock tracks, and soulful blues moments, it’s a perfect showcase of her growth as an artist. Authentic, electric, and impossible to ignore—Laura proves once again that modern guitar-driven rock is alive and thriving.

We had the chance to sit down for an exclusive ROCK ANTENNE interview with Halestorm’s singer Lzzy Hale and guitarist Joe Hottinger to talk about their current tour. We also took a look back at the evolution of their albums, Lzzy’s incredible voice, and much more. Enjoy the interview!