Ep 9. Ace Frehley and Mark Farner

In season 14 episode 9 of That Metal Show, hosts Eddie Trunk, Don Jamieson, and Jim Florentine welcome two legendary guests to the show: Ace Frehley and Mark Farner.

Ace Frehley, known as the former lead guitarist for KISS, talks about his new album, “Spaceman,” which was released in 2018. He also discusses his upcoming tour and reflects on his time in KISS, including his departure from the band. The hosts ask Ace about his influences and his approach to songwriting. Additionally, Ace speaks about his struggles with addiction and how he ultimately overcame them.

Mark Farner, former lead singer and guitarist for Grand Funk Railroad, shares stories of his early days in music and his time with the band. He talks about the challenges the band faced and how they ultimately became one of the biggest acts of their time. Mark also discusses his solo career and his recent reunion with former Grand Funk Railroad bandmate, Don Brewer.

The hosts engage both Ace and Mark in a variety of discussions throughout the episode, including their experiences with drugs and alcohol and their perspectives on the current state of rock music. They also play a game with Ace and Mark called “Stump the Trunk,” where they challenge host Eddie Trunk to name obscure rock trivia.

In addition to the interviews, the episode also features the “Top 5 Underrated KISS Songs” and the “Throwdown” segment, where the hosts debate whether Ozzy Osbourne’s “Blizzard of Ozz” or “Diary of a Madman” is the better album.

Fans of That Metal Show will enjoy this episode for its in-depth discussions with two iconic musicians and its exploration of classic rock music.