Matt Fassberg producer of "Easy Rider LIVE" talks about the Sept. 8th production at the Wiltern in LA, where exciting new live performances replace the music - song for song - as the movie plays.द्वारा mike@laradiostudio.com (LA Radio Studio)

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Exclusive news for Thrashpie Radio Podcast subscribers about "big doings" coming next week!!! Spread the word!!!द्वारा mike@laradiostudio.com (LA Radio Studio)

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The Thrashpie Radio podcasts which have served to document the history of the Pure Rock era at KNAC-FM have had occasion to present interviews with many of the players at Southern California's heavy metal flagship except one: The host himself. Morning Man at KNAC for roughly 7 years during two separate eras, hear Thrashpie "Your favorite guy" in hi…

There can be no conversation about Pure Rock KNAC-FM without mentioning one name: Tawn Mastery. It's hard to believe she is no longer with us, never-the-less her spirit lives on. Get an inside the KNAC "family" look at our beloved Leather Nun in this Thrashpie Radio podcast.द्वारा mike@laradiostudio.com (LA Radio Studio)

Part two of the KNAC Graduates special edition Thrashpie Radio Podcasts. Jack McKissock - Jack Trash - fills us in on his successful TV project - Power Chord - and sheds light on the music he's discovered along the way.द्वारा mike@laradiostudio.com (LA Radio Studio)

A special edition Thrashpie Podcast: the KNAC graduates. Jack McKissock - Jack Trash - makes an in-studio visit to talk about his life after KNAC.द्वारा mike@laradiostudio.com (LA Radio Studio)

During the last weeks of Pure Rock KNAC-FM's existence, the on-air staff was forbidden to mention the ultimate fate of Southern California's heavy metal flagship, KNAC-FM. This air check from the "Thrasher in the Morning" program hinted strongly - without saying so directly - just what the audience was in for in the coming days.…

The women of Pure Rock deserve special mention. In this Thrashpie Radio Podcast, we hear the interview from first time program director Pam Edwards during her visit to KNAC's 30th anniversary celebration.द्वारा mike@laradiostudio.com (LA Radio Studio)

"Our radio station had more than listeners, we had fans and they loved us" speaks General Manager Gary Price in this Thrashpie Radio Podcast. The real story behind the world famous KNAC bumper sticker as well as a heretofor unknown international rip-off of Southern California's Pure Rock radio station is here for the listening.…

KNAC-FM General Manager Gary Price talks about the moneyman behind the madness that enabled the creation of Southern California's Heavy Metal flagship radio station: investor/owner Fred Sands. Gary Price looks back as entrepreneur, manager and mentor to the Pure Rock years at KNAC in this Thrashpie Radio Podcast.…

Rumors abound as to the real reason for Pure Rock KNAC's demise: Wild stories like "The FCC shut it down" to local Rap artists bought it and "closed the doors" still circulate. The reality is not quite so fantastical. Bryan Schock was leader and "team captain" during The End of Days at KNAC. You can hear the story in this Thrashpie Radio podcast.…

There is no question that the reason for KNAC-FM's Pure Rock existence was due to the unwavering loyalty and love from its audience. Program Director Bryan Schock recognizes that truth in this Thrashpie Radio podcast with a couple of fun radio "stories" thrown in for good measure. Enjoy!द्वारा mike@laradiostudio.com (LA Radio Studio)

The path to Pure Rock. Bryan Schock served KNAC-FM in more than one position and in two separate periods as Music Director, on-air Jock, on-air producer and finally as Program Director. Bryan shares his experiences from West Coast to East Coast and back again to KNAC in this Thrashpie Radio podcast.द्वारा mike@laradiostudio.com (LA Radio Studio)

A history of Pure Rock 105.5 KNAC-FM in sound.द्वारा mike@laradiostudio.com (LA Radio Studio)

As the "Hair and Spandex" era of KNAC's playlist was coming to an end in the late 80's, the station was faced not only with the challenge of recognizing new and different music but also having to deal with cross-town competition in the form of Pirate Radio. On-air talent and production genius Stew Hererra delivers his take on that era in this Thras…

Stew Herrera has proved to be one of the most successful "alumni" of KNAC. He, like most of us, came to the radio station through his love of Pure Rock and FUN! This Thrashpie Radio podcast showcases Stew's humble beginnings and also features historical audio from the now famous Vincent Thomas Bridge bungee jump!…

Yet another story of one KNAC notable who gave much in many ways throughout the years. Here's "Eveready" Ed Kelly in a special in-studio appearance in this Thrashpie Radio podcast.द्वारा mike@laradiostudio.com (LA Radio Studio)

Many strong women were the real behind-the-scenes backbone of KNAC-FM. You'll meet one of the most dynamic women from the Pure Rock family in this Thrashpie Radio podcast.द्वारा mike@laradiostudio.com (LA Radio Studio)

Dangerous Darren in his own words discusses his path to Pure Rock and his time at Heavy Metal's flagship radio station KNAC-FM in this Thrashpie Radio podcast.द्वारा mike@laradiostudio.com (LA Radio Studio)

Pure Rock KNAC was accessible not only to the listening audience but also to th many aspiring musicians who flocked to the West Coast to make it in the world of Heavy Metal music during KNAC's Pure Rock years. Craig Williams, creator, producer and ultimately the voice of KNAC's Local Show tells the story in this Thrashpie Radio Podcast.…

The final podcast with KNAC program Director Gregg Steele: A stab in the heart -saying good-bye to the legendary KNACद्वारा mike@laradiostudio.com (LA Radio Studio)

The third installment of the Thrashpie Radio podcast series with Program Director Gregg Steele: Getting the troops focused for battle with Pirate Radio.द्वारा mike@laradiostudio.com (LA Radio Studio)