Welcome to Episode 288 of the Hear 2 Zen Podcast! Today, we are joined by a true architect of rock and roll, the legendary Rachel Bolan. While we know him as the driving force behind Skid Row, today we are diving deep into his highly anticipated debut solo record, Bolan, dropping June 12th.
Rachel opens up about the creative freedom of going solo and the incredible “friends and family” list that helped bring this vision to life. We talk about the powerhouse collaborations on the album, featuring Corey Taylor, Nuno Bettencourt, Damon Johnson, and a heartwarming reunion in the studio with his Skid Row brothers—Snake Sabo, Scotti Hill, and Rob Hammersmith.
We also get the inside track on:
🤘 Skid Row Rarities: Upcoming Record Store Day releases you need to add to your vinyl collection.
🤘 The Vault: A special “secret project” involving classic Skid Row songs that will surprise long-time fans.
🤘 On the Road: Rachel’s plans for touring the solo record and what to expect from the live show.
🤘 Aussie Love: Reliving favorite memories from touring down under (and why the fans here are second to none).
🤘 The Human Side: From our shared lives as “Cat Dads” to the core memories of taking our young kids and grandkids to their very first concerts.
🤘 Deep Cuts: Looking back at the Ozone Monday days and solving the mystery of original Skid Row vocalist Matt Fallon.
This is a raw, honest, and high-energy conversation with one of the best in the business. Grab a beer, turn it up, and join the congregation!
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