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In November of 1972 The Edgar Winter Group released “They Only Come Out At Night”. It featured a hot shot guitarist named Ronnie Montrose, and an amazing showman on drums, Chuck Ruff. Ronnie would quit and start

Neil Peart wrote and narrated a short film (in partnership with DW Drums) called “Growth Rings”. From beyond the grave Neil delivers a great message through this uplifting film. Enjoy! Keep up on all things RUSH

Comedian Bill Kalmenson is KOZZ’s correspondent covering the The Corona Virus Pandemic and the Democratic Presidential Primaries! Bill Kalmenson is up close and personal with the candidates and news makers!  Check out Bill Kalmenson’s Podcast “A Rebel

KOZZ is streaming on your phone, computer, or tablet! Hear The Local’s Only Morning Show with Jon Ballard Mornings. and Max Volume’s “Work Force Free Ride” Afternoons  M-F on KOZZ!

Founding Creedence Clearwater Revival drummer Doug “Cosmo” Clifford recently rediscovered a solo album that he recorded back in 1985 that finally will be released under the title “Magic Window” today Friday, April 24, which also happens to

Max Volume had founding member Don Barnes of 38 Special on the show to talk about how the band got their name, and what’s up with 38 Special! See them Friday Night March 13th in the legendary

Very sad news today, Bob Cashell has died. Bob was a man who did a lot of things for the community and the people he served. Former Lt Governor of the State of Nevada. Former Mayor of

Tesla’s Frank Hannon stopped in on KOZZ’s “Big Hairy Library” and talked to  Max Volume about Tesla’s New Album (recorded at Abbey Road Studios) and their new Summer tour. Also, Frank has a new song and video

Night Ranger’s Jack Blades stopped in on Max Volume’s “Work Force Free Ride” to talk about the upcoming show at the Montbleu on Saturday Night January 25th Want tix? CLICK HERE  

Hi! It’s Max Volume, speaking to you from a world reeling from the loss of a beloved soul. A man who brought light to dark places, and a man endured the loss of his Wife and Daughter

Straight To Hell!

At this writing there is only one Raider home game left in Oakland. I went to the 2nd to the last game at the Oakland Coliseum Dec. 8th to see the Raiders host the Tennessee Titans. My

Max Volume had Joe Elliott on “The Work Force Free Ride” to talk about Def Leppard’s final show of the year at Sacramento’s Toyota Ampitheater, his side band “Down ‘n’ Outz” with their new album “This Is

This Thanksgiving Weekend The Grand Sierra Resort’s Grand Theater Presents The Bret Michaels Band And Warrant! Bret called in on Max Volume’s “Work Force Free Ride” and talked about his Daughter Raine making Sports Illustrated’s Swimsuit Edition,

Hear the Fab Four relive the memories of the making of a masterpiece! Z Z Top just turned 50! Listen to Billy, Dusty, and Frank tell the tales!   

Deep Purple – comprised of Ian Gillan, Roger Glover, Ian Paice, Steve Morse and Don Airey, are in the midst of their North American “Long Goodbye Tour”. Reno was lucky to be one of the stops on

Gov’t Mule began as a side project of Warren Haynes and Allen Woody of the Allman Brothers back in 1994. Twenty five years later, they’re still going strong and continue to tour and play to big crowds.

2 time Oscar nominated Peter Fonda, the son of Henry Fonda and the younger brother of Jane Fonda, has died. He was 79. The family released a statement: “It is with deep sorrow that we share the

Iron Maiden played Reno several times back in the 80’s. Their first appearance at Mackay Stadium with the Scorpions and Girlschool is still talked about! Bruce Dickinson’s legendary appearances live on KOZZ were always fun. Iron Maiden

Hard to believe, but that little ole band from Texas has turned 50! In those years there have been many historic Reno appearances. KOZZ and ZZ Top have had that bond with those ZZ’s! Billy, Dusty, and

Guy Fieri has once again hit Reno for a spotlight on some local eateries. The super popular Food Network show of his; “Diners, Drive Ins and Dives” was filming with a full crew at Reno’s “Noble Pie

January 17th 1989, Lawlor Events Center. “No Rest For The Wicked Tour” Ozzy Osbourne and Winger. Prior to the show Ozzy stopped in for a live “on air” interview with Max Volume. Ozzy talked about getting sober,

He performed “Truckee Blues” at Moody’s Bistro and Lounge in 2003, then he did it again in 2004! It is not known if any recordings of those performances exist, however, Paul McCartney’s reissues of his four of

What are these “Karma Boxes” around town? Karma Boxes are a way to help others in need. Some food. Some essentials. Some first aid. The Karma Box Project is a community initiative that allows people to give

A short drive up the Mount Rose Highway is where you’ll find the Galena Creek Visitor’s Center. The Center is jammed with displays and artifacts from the area. So much information, insight and it’s free! A paved

It’s been hailed the concert of the Summer! Sunday June 30th, Skid Row and Great White in Downtown Reno, right by the arch at Harrah’s Reno’s Outdoor Plaza. KOZZ’s Max Volume caught up with founding member and

The unofficial kick off to Summer is the Great Eldorado BBQ, Brews and Blues Festival in downtown Reno. Amazing lip smacking BBQ, tasty hand crafted Beer and free live music from the likes of Shane Dwight, Elvin

Our old friend Dennis DeYoung (founding member of Styx) stopped in on Max Volume’s Show to talk about his show at the Atlantis on Saturday June 15th, and his new music collaboration with Jim Peterik of Survivor. 

Reno Axe, The area’s first axe throwing bar, has opened in downtown Reno at 100 North Sierra St. Imagine playing Darts, but with an axe! With six throwing lanes, a full bar and menu, Reno Axe brings

Hi! Max Volume here, I want to share some Reno history about “Friday Night Videos”. KOZZ was an NBC affiliate and NBC wanted to bring the magic of music videos to the masses since MTV was only

Ever buy tickets to concerts? Ever wonder why they can be so hard to get? Concert tickets are like currency, a “commodity” if you will. Concert tickets are always available, even if they say it’s sold out.

For years the owners of the Whitney Peak Hotel tried to save Reno’s oldest commercial building, the one time Reno Masonic Temple/ Lodge at the corner of Commercial Row and Sierra Street. Unfortunately, the building’s structural integrity

It’s Y&T’s 45th Anniversary Tour! Known Worldwide for their Oakland style “Facemelting Rock”, Y&T love to play Reno. It’s as if Reno is the easternmost part of Oakland. The Cargo Concert Hall will host the Saturday Night

  Steven’s style of comedy has always been unique. His material embraces deep thoughts, observations, and has always been victim less. He doesn’t do gags, stunts, nor does he use props. Wright has been in numerous films

It’s an actual international holiday. It’s a day when people gather in the few remaining record stores on earth and talk music, and all the memories associated with it. It’s a day when highly collectible albums and

  Max Volume talks guitars, music and Reno with Gary Hoey. Gary just released his 21st album “Neon Highway Blues”. As a performer who sometimes favors the instrumental side of Rock N’ Roll, Dick Dale (R.I.P) comes

They grew up together. They became of of the greatest rock bands of all time. They topped the charts with hit after hit after hit. Then the legal battles began. John Fogerty went solo. Then Tom Fogerty

Hey there radio buddies! It’s me Max Volume! I dug this one out of the Max Volume Archives! Tommy Lee called in on my show late in 1989 when Dr. Feelgood was released. I bring to light

Sammy Hagar stopped in on Max Volume’s show to talk about the new Sammy Hagar and the Circle album “Space Between”. We asked: what is a good alias on the road? Will there be Zeppelin covers? What

The “Too Fast For Love” Un filmable Band Motley Crue’s Biopic Movie “The Dirt” hits Netflix on March 22nd. The soundtrack features 4 new songs. Here is the first to be released; the title track “The Dirt” 

Max Volume got Jake E. Lee to stop in on his show and he shared some great stories. From Ratt, Rough Cutt, Ozzy, Badlands to “Red Dragon Cartel”, the history is deep with this guitarist extraordinaire. His

Vincent Furnier a.k.a. “Alice Cooper” Turned 71 years old. Still on tour, still relevant, still making music. His last album (a 2 cd set) “Paranormal” was a huge success. It even spawned a “Paranormal Live” double album  too!

January 12th 1969, Atlantic Records released the very first Led Zeppelin Album. After Jimmy Page had joined the Yardbirds the band reached a point where they decided to call it quits. Jimmy wanted to continue the legacy

  This one hour radio special takes you behind-the-scenes of the KISS “End Of The Road Tour” with nine classic tracks and conversation from Gene Simmons, Tommy Thayer and Eric Singer! Get primed up for the show at

Sunday Night At Cargo (Whitney Peak Hotel) The Magpie Salute (featuring former members of the Black Crowes) perform with openers The Stone Foxes. Max Volume talks to band leader/ guitarist Rich Robinson about the Magpie Salute, The

Dr. Hook’s Ray Sawyer died New Year’s Eve at his home in Daytona Beach, Florida. He was born in Chickasaw, Alabama on Feb 1st 1937. He lost his eye in a car accident and had to wear

  One of Rock n’ Roll’s most revered bass guitarists, Rudy Sarzo, who many of you first met with Quiet Riot, Ozzy Osbourne and Whitesnake, has joined the newly revamped Guess Who.  The Guess Who are back with

With Queen’s “Bohemian Rhapsody” doing big box office ticket sales, “Live Aid” has popped up in a lot of dialogue, being that it’s featured heavily in the movie.  On July 13th 1985 KOZZ broadcast the Live Aid

KOZZ and Night Ranger have been hanging out for over 35 years! KOZZ was one of the first stations in America to play their music. Night Ranger’s new album “Don’t Let Up” says it all, the band

40 years ago a kid from the midwest came to Reno, and bought a used record store on South Wells Avenue. In time he would move the store to South Virginia and Kietzke. Then to Kietzke and

When Parkinson’s Disease took Linda Ronstadt’s singing voice, she didn’t let it take her from the spotlight. She wrote a book “Simple Dreams: A Musical Memoir.” Then she began ”A Conversation with Linda” which  is a spectacular, big

Ann Wilson’s solo album “Immortal” has been released to rave reviews. She posted this letter: Ann Wilson of Heart Immortal Dear Humans, I am proud to announce my new album, “Immortal.” It’s not a tribute, but rather

It’s been a year since we lost American Rock N’ Roll’s good buddy Tom Petty. An American Treasure is a 2018 compilation album and box set of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, released by Reprise Records on September 28, 2018. The set

Hi! I’ts Max Volume. As a little boy I had received The Beatles “White Album” as a Christmas present from my Grandma in Dec of 1968. In the Fall of 1969 my Father (Ralph Bailey, Chief Deputy

I had a chance to talk to Don Barnes of 38 Special. Long time favorites here in the Reno area, 38 Special play T.J.’s Corral in Minden, (at the Carson Valley Inn) on Friday Sept. 21st. Don

I was a very dark day when unfortunate circumstances led to the suicide pact of two young Sparks men. A local Attorney (on behalf of the families) had decided to sue Judas Priest, claiming the band’s music

Night Ranger released their latest single from “Don’t Let Up” on Mon 9/11/18. The band is solid, the shows are sold out and the message is simple, let’s rock! “Truth” is here for you to hear: With

Geoff Tate, the former vocalist of Queensryche, (the man who wrote and sang all the songs that made Queensryche an international phenomena), brought his “Operation Mindcrime” show to Reno’s Cargo Concert Hall with his band “Operation Mindcrime.” 

Hi ! It’s Max Volume, I first met Mathias Jabs on the Scorpions “Blackout” tour at Mackay Stadium on September 5th 1982. Also on the bill were Iron Maiden and Girlschool. Since then our paths have crossed time

Creedence Clearwater Revival released their first (self titled) album in 1968. CCR Drummer Doug Clifford’s wife Laurie did the artwork. Lotus Radio opened their first Reno radio station in 1968. So it was fitting that we would

Graham Nash has released “Over The Years” a retrospective of his classic songs, plus 14 unreleased demos, and a cool booklet. Graham is out on tour and he’ll make a stop in the area at Lake Tahoe’s

George Thorogood plays the Grand Theater inside the GSR this Friday night (July 27th). George and Max Volume are old pals and if you missed the interview on air, you can hear it online right here!  Want

Phil Ehart (Drums) and Rich Williams (Guitars) are original members of Kansas, a progressive rock band from Topeka, Kansas which began in 1970. They’ll bring the band’s 7 member lineup to Harrah’s outdoor plaza Saturday June 9th.

CCR Drummer (and local Reno guy) Doug Clifford stopped in at KOZZ to commemorate CCR’s 50th Anniversary! A West Coast tour starts up in June, and look for a CCR appearance on August 12th in Minden! Fantasy

Poison hits the Grand Theater inside the Grand Sierra Resort this Sunday (5/20) with their pals Cheap Trick for a night of high energy rock music and big fun. KOZZ was one of the first radio stations

It’s being talked about as an “Historic Evening.” Long time lovers and friends Stephen Stills and Judy Collins appear together onstage at the Grande Exposition Hall inside Reno’s Silver Legacy Saturday Night May 19th. Recently they made

  It’s the 15th anniversary of Apple’s iTunes Store. The desktop music and video 0nline retailer was launched on 28 April 2003 and five years later to became America’s biggest music seller. Apple mega nerd Steve Jobs noticed the popularity of Napster and illegal mp3 downloads

I can remember the way it was. Weed was illegal. A single pot seed could send you to prison. I got pulled over once, right in front of my girlfriend’s house, taking her home on a Friday

Reno is the furthermost eastern part of the Bay Area. Bay area bands have left their mark (and their music) in the hearts and souls of Reno /Tahoe rockers. One of the most beloved bands of all

This Sunday, Murrieta’s in Reno will donate 15% of the proceeds (from the entire day’s sales), to the Northern Nevada Children’s Cancer Foundation. As an added bonus, KOZZ’s own Max Volume will be “Max The Mariachi” (a

On March 9, Experience Hendrix and Legacy Recordings, the catalog division of Sony Music Entertainment, proudly released Both Sides of the Sky, a dynamic new Jimi Hendrix album featuring 13 studio recordings made between 1968 and 1970—10 of which have

Saturday Night, June 23rd, Robert Plant and the Sensational Space Shifters play the Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena at Harveys! How cool is that? Opening the show, from Los Angeles California, the venerable and much loved Los Lobos!

When I was little Grandma used to tell us the story of St. Valentine. While historical research has many variations of this tale, there are many concurrent themes: St. Valentine was a priest who served during the

KOZZ gave away copies of the new Styx album “The Mission” and everyone who won one was qualified to win the grand prize which included tix for “Renegades In The Fast Lane” Styx and Don Felder live

  Tower of Power’s musical odyssey actually began in 1968 when Emilio Castillo met Stephen “Doc” Kupka in July of that year. When Doc auditioned during a band rehearsal at Emilio’s house, Emilio’s father called him into

Long time Incline Village resident Joe Satriani still thinks of Reno /Tahoe as home. He’s got a new album called “What Happens Next” which will be in stores and online January 12th. On January 13th he brings

The new album is out. “Full Circle” is a cd/ dvd set from Great White, produced by Michael Wagener (Great White, Dokken, Metallica & many more). Here’s the interview Max Volume did on air at KOZZ. Here’s

  It’s been a crazy year. We all need to join together and put aside our differences. We all bleed red. We all love Star Wars. The latest in the series “The Last Jedi” is in theaters

Rush- Geddy Lee, Alex Lifeson and Neil Peart in 1977 (from the “A Farewell To Kings” recording sessions) On September 1, 1977, after recording at Rockfield Studios in South Wales UK, Rush released “A Farewell To Kings” (their

Growing up in Los Angeles in the 60s was a magical time. Great movies and TV shows were being filmed. Great music was being recorded. In my neighborhood there were set directors, producers, and a lot of

Founded locally in 1911, the Northern California & Northern Nevada affiliate of Volunteers of America is one of the largest providers of social services in the region, operating more than 40 programs including housing, employment services, substance

Year 2 of the Forte Awards was an amazing night showcasing the performing artists of Reno/ Tahoe. It was held in the Grand Theater of the Grand Sierra Resort Thursday Nov 2nd. All proceeds went to the

  Ronnie Montrose has such a strong fan base here in Reno Nevada. Few could ever top him. Having no shame at all, I would get a guitar lesson from him every time we would hang out.

Steve Funk and I got a hold of Robert Plant upon his release of “Manic Nirvana” (his 5th solo studio release in 1990) We reminisced about the amazing Thanksgiving Day show at Lawlor Events Center on the

From the archives- “No Rest For The Wicked Tour.” Max Volume interviews Ozzy Osbourne live in the studio on Jan 17th 1989. Ozzy talks about being sober, working with Geezer Butler, Randy Castillo and Zakk Wylde.