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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