Life In The Stocks

We're half way to 100 episodes ladies & gentlemen. Exciting times! Exciting guest too: the illustrious Gene Simmons. Here, the Kiss icon reveals ALL with unflinching, uncompromising honesty.Follow Matt Stocks on Facebook / Twitter / Instagram: @mattstocksdjCheck out the Life In The Stocks Patreon page here: www.patreon.com/lifeinthestocks Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lifeinthestocks.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The self-proclaimed King of Partying is Matt's guest for Episode 049 of Life In The Stocks. Topics of conversation include family, upbringing, psychology, relationships, self-improvement, mental health, music, energy, physical activity, philosophy, life and death - and the interrelation of all of the above. Because when it's time to PARTY we will always PARTY HARD.Follow Matt Stocks on Facebook / Twitter / Instagram: @mattstocksdjCheck out the Life In The Stocks Patreon page here: www.patreon.com/lifeinthestocks Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lifeinthestocks.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

During the first of this two part instalment of Life In The Stocks with Dirty Sanchez co-founder Matthew Pritchard, the two Matts discuss the formation and evolution of the most successful and shocking show to ever air on MTV UK, as well as the personal highs & lows that Pritchard and his band of pranksters experienced along the way. It's all here, so buckle up and enjoy the ride.Follow Matt Stocks on Facebook / Twitter / Instagram: @mattstocksdjCheck out the Life In The Stocks Patreon page here: www.patreon.com/lifeinthestocks Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lifeinthestocks.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The UK's favourite party starter is this week's guest on Life In The Stocks and he's a man who needs no introduction. You're twisting my melon, man.Follow Matt Stocks on Facebook / Twitter / Instagram: @mattstocksdjCheck out the Life In The Stocks Patreon page here: www.patreon.com/lifeinthestocks Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lifeinthestocks.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week's guest is a living legend. Steven Van Zandt is a renowned musician, actor & broadcaster most celebrated as Bruce Springsteen's guitarist and right hand man in the E Street Band, as well as for his role as Silvio Dante in The Sopranos. He's also a successful songwriter, arranger, producer and solo artist in his own right, and host of Little Steven's Underground Garage - a weekly syndicated radio show that champions garage rock from the 1950s to the present day. Unsurprisingly, he's an encyclopaedia of musical knowledge, and he takes Matt deep down the rock 'n' roll rabbit hole in this podcast.Follow Matt Stocks on Facebook / Twitter / Instagram: @mattstocksdjCheck out the Life In The Stocks Patreon page here: www.patreon.com/lifeinthestocks Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lifeinthestocks.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Movielife/I Am The Avalanche frontman Vinnie Caruana is this week's guest on Life In The Stocks. The Long Island native joins Matt on the show to discuss the history of his hometown's music scene, US politics & Donald Trump, and his memories from 9/11 and how that attack impacted New York City and the world at large. Lest we forget.Follow Matt Stocks on Facebook / Twitter / Instagram: @mattstocksdjCheck out the Life In The Stocks Patreon page here: www.patreon.com/lifeinthestocks Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lifeinthestocks.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Charismatic rock stars like Eugene Hutz are a dying breed, which is why Matt was thrilled to welcome the Gogol Bordello frontman and godfather of gypsy punk on to Life In The Stocks for a philosophical discussion about everything from consumerism and reincarnation to human potential and the meaning of life. They don't make them like Eugene anymore.Follow Matt Stocks on Facebook / Twitter / Instagram: @mattstocksdjCheck out the Life In The Stocks Patreon page here: www.patreon.com/lifeinthestocks Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lifeinthestocks.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Justin Sane from political Pittsburgh punkers Anti-Flag is this week's guest on Life In The Stocks. The singer/songwriter & guitarist joins Matt for an in-depth discussion about touring, punk rock, religion, politics, life and the future of the world, which he feels - despite Trump and all the problems plaguing us - is still bright. This podcast kills fascists.Follow Matt Stocks on Facebook / Twitter / Instagram: @mattstocksdjCheck out the Life In The Stocks Patreon page here: www.patreon.com/lifeinthestocks Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lifeinthestocks.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Nowadays, Rise Against are a hugely successful arena rock band, but they still retain a connection to their humble hardcore rock roots as this conversation with the band's singer Tim McIlrath undoubtably proves. They've grown and evolved over the years, but essentially they're the same group they always were: just a bunch of down to earth dudes driven by melodic punk rock music with a message. From growing up in the Chicago punk scene and playing in hardcore bands with Fall Out Boy's Pete Wentz to signing with Fat Wreck Chords and recording with Bill Stevenson, it all gets covered in Episode 041 of Life In The Stocks - including the recent suicides of Chester Bennington and Chris Cornell, both of whom Tim called friends. All in all, an inspiring talk with a very inspiring artist.Follow Matt Stocks on Facebook / Twitter / Instagram: @mattstocksdjCheck out the Life In The Stocks Patreon page here: www.patreon.com/lifeinthestocks Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lifeinthestocks.  See acast.

Happy new year ladies & gentlemen. And what better way to start 2018 than with an OG hip-hop legend? This week's guest is B-Real from Cypress Hill & Prophets Of Rage, and he's here to share some legendary insights and anecdotes. Smoke 'em if you got 'em. Let's start the year as we mean to go on.Life In The Stocks is sponsored by Fireball & Academy Events.Follow Matt Stocks on Facebook / Twitter / Instagram: @mattstocksdj Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lifeinthestocks.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Another mini-milestone and this week Def Leppard frontman Joe Elliott joins Matt for Episode 040 of Life In The Stocks to discuss 30 years of Hysteria - the album that cemented them as one of the all-time great British bands. Joe also talks about growing up in Sheffield and the early days of Def Leppard, his friendship with Brian May of Queen, touring with AC/DC on the 'Highway To Hell' tour and his thoughts on the way Brian Johnson was kicked out the band. Let's get rocked!Life In The Stocks is sponsored by Fireball & Academy Events.Follow Matt Stocks on Facebook / Twitter / Instagram: @mattstocksdj Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lifeinthestocks.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Richard Z. Kruspe from Rammstein is this week's guest for Life In The Stocks Episode 038. And what a great guest he turned out to be!Life In The Stocks is sponsored by Fireball & Academy Events.Follow Matt Stocks on Facebook / Twitter / Instagram: @mattstocksdj Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lifeinthestocks.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The General himself, Mr Robb Flynn from the mighty Machine Head joins us this week. What else is there to say? Let freedom ring with the shotgun blast!!!Life In The Stocks is sponsored by Fireball & Academy Events.Follow Matt Stocks on Facebook / Twitter / Instagram: @mattstocksdj Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lifeinthestocks.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

CJ Ramone joined rock 'n' roll's most famous band of brothers in 1989, replacing original bassist Dee Dee Ramone for their final three studio albums: Mondo Bizarro, Acid Eaters & Adios Amigos! In this week's episode of Life In The Stocks, CJ gives us an insight into the eye of the storm of what really went down during the band's final years. If you're fan of the Ramones (who isn't?), this objective oral history of the band is essential listening. Hey! Ho! Let's go!Life In The Stocks is sponsored by Fireball & Academy Events.Follow Matt Stocks on Facebook / Twitter / Instagram: @mattstocksdj Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lifeinthestocks.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcome to Episode 035 of Life In The Stocks. It's a powerful and inspiring conversation with a truly unique individual: Mina Caputo from Life Of Agony. Forget everything you think you know...about anything. Just clear your mind, open your heart, and buckle up for this rollercoaster ride with one of music's true outlaws. We love you, Mina!Life In The Stocks is sponsored by Fireball & Academy Events.Follow Matt Stocks on Facebook / Twitter / Instagram: @mattstocksdj Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lifeinthestocks.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Therapy? frontman Andy Cairns is a walking encyclopedia of music, as proven by the many different guises of Therapy? over the course of their 28 year career. Here, Andy talks about growing up in Northern Ireland during the troubles, discovering punk music as a teenager, Therapy's breakthrough album Troublegum, singing with Ozzy Osbourne, an acid trip encounter with a lion and so much more. And yes, you did read that last part correctly...AN ACID TRIP ENCOUNTER WITH A LION.Life In The Stocks is sponsored by Fireball & Academy Events.Follow Matt Stocks on Facebook / Twitter / Instagram: @mattstocksdj Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lifeinthestocks.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

British singer-songwriter & Feeder frontman Grant Nicholas joins Matt for this week's episode of Life In The Stocks. The conversation was recorded at Grant's home studio in Crouch End where he wrote many of Feeder's best known hits, and covers everything from the writing of Buck Rogers to Jon Lee's tragic suicide, plus topics like the music industry, social media, family and fame. Thanks to Grant for being such a nice bloke!Life In The Stocks is sponsored by Fireball & Academy Events.Follow Matt Stocks on Facebook / Twitter / Instagram: @mattstocksdj Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lifeinthestocks.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

QOTSA guitarist Troy Van Leeuwen is this week's guest on Life In The Stocks. The silver haired guitar god reveals the inspiration behind the band's latest album 'Villains' and talks about touring alongside Josh Homme with one of their mutual heroes, Iggy Pop. Troy also recalls some personal highlights from his previous bands (A Perfect Circle & Failure) and his years as a producer & recording engineer. He's had quite the career, and anyone with an interest in alternative rock should dive into this episode immediately.Life In The Stocks is sponsored by Fireball & Academy Events.Follow Matt Stocks on Facebook / Twitter / Instagram: @mattstocksdj Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lifeinthestocks.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Ex-Reuben frontman, the inimitable Jamie Lenman, joins Matt for Episode 031 of Life In The Stocks. Topics covered include everything from ancient Egyptian history to sociolinguistics in 80s cinema and Jamie gives us the lowdown on his sophomore solo album 'Devolver'. It's an enlightening and engaging conversation with one of the most unique figures in UK music - and that's a money back guarantee.Life In The Stocks is sponsored by Fireball & Academy Events.Follow Matt Stocks on Facebook / Twitter / Instagram: @mattstocksdj Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lifeinthestocks.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Life In The Stocks celebrates another mini-milestone this week. We're thirty episodes deep, and to mark the occasion Matt sits down for an-depth and honest discussion with his friend Frank Turner. Over the course of an hour, the pair discuss Frank's personal life and professional career, all the ups and downs that life has thrown at him along the way, and the struggle of growing old gracefully in the business of rock 'n' roll.Follow Matt Stocks on Facebook / Twitter / Instagram: @mattstocksdjCheck out the Life In The Stocks Patreon page here: www.patreon.com/lifeinthestocks Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lifeinthestocks.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.