Episode Details

In this episode of Metal Mayhem ROC, we’re joined by Bones from the UK heavy metal band Tailgunner.

Bones joins us as the band prepare to release their second album, Midnight Blitz, and reflects on a period of rapid growth and forward momentum. We discuss how Tailgunner developed a working relationship with KK Downing, how that connection evolved, and what it was like having KK involved as producer on the new record.

The conversation also covers Tailgunner’s role in the No Life ’Til Leather Metallica tribute album, including the exposure that came with kicking off the release, and how extensive touring helped sharpen the band both musically and professionally.

Bones also looks back on discovering heavy metal growing up, the early influences that shaped his musical path, and what he’s seeing from audiences today as Tailgunner continue touring in the UK with Fozzy and prepare for major European festival dates this summer, including Download.

CHAPTERS

00:00 – Tease
02:08 – Why they call him Bones
02:30 – When KK Downing noticed Tailgunner
04:32 – Why KK got involved
05:41 – KK Downing as a producer
07:38 – How touring shaped the second album
10:08 – New songs: War In Heaven, Midnight Blitz, Eulogy
14:46 – Opening the No Life ’Til Leather Metallica tribute
17:52 – Discovering heavy metal growing up
19:08 – Who’s in the crowd at Tailgunner shows
20:24 – Touring now and playing Download Festival

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