The Carter Alan Show: Recent Episodes
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Joe Perry alludes in this Friday, November 9 interview that plans for a New England casino residency are afoot!
Carter Alan had the opportunity to interview Ann Wilson, who is putting her sabbatical from Heart to good use; she's just released a new solo album called "IMMORTAL."
Billy F. Gibbons is one-third of ZZ Top, the growling-voiced singer and accomplished lead guitarist of that legendary trio. ZZ Top has been with us since 1969 with the same lineup the whole way. They've sold millions of albums and are still on the road - but they're taking a break right now and Billy is taking advantage of the free time.
Steve called WZLX's Carter Alan and the two chatted about the legend's MIA status and moving forward with his new album.
Keyboardist, singer, and songwriter Jonathan Cain joined Journey in 1980, co-writing most of the band's hits with lead singer Steve Perry and guitarist Neal Schon. 38-years later he's still with the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame band. Carter Alan spoke to Cain about his new book "Don't Stop Believin'"
By 2000 Warren Haynes had left the Allman Brothers Band and established the power trio Gov't Mule. Then founding bassist Allen Woody died. Warren talks about Allen and the Mule's uncertain future, plus the Allmans-Dickey Betts feud, in an interview with Carter Alan on November 3, 2000.
Steven Tyler surprised Carter in the studio back in May of 2011, so we pulled out this incredible 12-minute interview to celebrate the Aerosmith singer's 69th birthday. Happy birthday, Steven!
Carter Alan caught up with Rod Stewart on November 25, 2013, to talk about his joint tour with Steve Winwood, losing touch with Jeff Beck, and the summer of '69.
Carter Alan caught up with Phil Lesh on November 29th, 2005. The wide-ranging interview covers everything from Lesh & Friends, to Phil's sons, and an early foreshadowing of his work with John Mayer.
Carter Alan caught up with Phil Lesh in June of 2005 to talk about the founding Grateful Dead member's latest book, "Searching for the Sound."
Carter Alan caught up with Bob Weir backstage at the Tweeter Center in Mansfield on June 22, 2003. Weir opened up about the newly dubbed "The Dead," playing for Jerry, and his impressive longevity.
Carter Alan caught up with Bob Weir at the Tweeter Center in Mansfield! On tour with Warren Haynes and Jimmy Herring, the Grateful Dead member opened up about soaring ticket prices in this 2004 interview.
Carter Alan caught up with Ozzy Osbourne on Feb. 28th 2010, and the Prince of Darkness confirmed he used to crossdress in Sharon's clothes! Find out why in this classic interview from the WZLX archives.
Alice Cooper spoke to Carter Alan on Feb. 22, 2018. Alice and his band appear at Boston's Boch Center on March 6.