Full Metal Jackie began her radio career as a DJ at WSOU Pirate Radio, Seton Hall University’s legendary metal station. Instantly addicted to the excitement of life behind the mic, she graduated Pirate Radio (and Seton Hall), to become an on-air personality at WHTG (Neptune, NJ), and later at WDHA (Dover NJ). Not content to limit her exposure to New Jersey, Jackie set her sights on bigger markets (and warmer climates!), making her way west to California’s gold coast. Establishing herself in Los Angeles, she learned the business side of radio and promotions while working for one of the music industry’s largest management companies. After a short stint as on-air host at San Diego’s 94.9 KBZT, Jackie landed the opportunity she had been working toward since her early WSOU days: host and producer of her own (and L.A.’s only) commercial heavy metal radio show, CHAOS on Indie 103.1. Working alongside other Indie 103.1 hosts such as Steve Jones (of the Sex Pistols), Henry Rollins and Dave Navarro, Jackie quickly brought The FULL METAL JACKIE RADIO SHOW to the station’s forefront. Today she hosts WHIPLASH, The only Hard Rock and Metal Show on the radio in Los Angeles airing on the legendary 95.5 KLOS. She is the Author of "FULL METAL JACKIE CERTIFIED: THE 50 MOST INFLUENTIAL METAL SONGS OF THE 80s." Today - The FULL METAL JACKIE RADIO SHOW can be heard on rock stations around the Country!
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Black Stone Cherry’s Chris Robertson Discusses ‘Magic Mountain’ Album, Kentucky Roots + More
Black Stone Cherry are on their way back with the new album 'Magic Mountain' due out May 6. Frontman Chris Robertson recently spoke with 'Loudwire Nights' host Full Metal Jackie about the disc and also talked about getting their start in Kentucky and what fans can expect from their upcoming live shows. Check out Full Metal Jackie's chat with Black Stone Cherry's Chris Robertson below.
Soundgarden’s Chris Cornell on ‘Superunknown’ 20th Anniversary, Summer Tour + More
Soundgarden's 'Superunknown' just turned 20 and to celebrate, the band is offering up a massive 20th Anniversary edition deluxe package on June 3. Plus, the group will venture out on co-headlining dates with Nine Inch Nails this summer.
Sevendust’s Lajon Witherspoon Discusses ‘Time Travelers & Bonfires,’ Acoustic Shows + More
Sevendust have built a rather large fanbase over the years, and it's because of that devoted following that they are now promoting their brand-new 'Time Travelers & Bonfires' acoustic album (available at iTunes).
Nothing More’s Jonny Hawkins Talks Self-Titled Album + Influences
One of the buzziest new bands of 2014 has been Nothing More. The group is ramping up to their new self-titled album, coming out June 24, and they've been receiving positive word of mouth for their new single 'This Is the Time (Ballast).'
Adelitas Way Vocalist Rick DeJesus Talks Grand Vision for New Album + Touring
Adelitas Way are inching closer to a new album, with the single 'Dog on a Leash' recently hitting the airwaves. While an album title and release date have yet to be revealed, the group is close enough to the finish line that frontman Rick DeJesus can now share some details on the upcoming disc.
Asking Alexandria’s Danny Worsnop Talks Spontaneous Songwriting, Day Drinking + More
It's going to be another fun summer for Asking Alexandria, as the band was just confirmed as one of the participants for the Rockstar Energy Drink Mayhem Festival. With the news recently being revealed, frontman Danny Worsnop spoke with 'Loudwire Nights' host Full Metal Jackie about his preparation for the trek and he also opened up about his spontaneous songwriting approach and how his personal e
An Open Letter to Hollywood Movie Execs
I'm a big fan of going to the movies and, well, movies in general. Something that's always made me scratch my head is when movies with similar concepts, themes or stories come out at the same time. Currently there is a sports movie featuring Kevin Costner that looks pretty similar to a soon to be released sports movie featuring Jon Hamm...
Volbeat’s Michael Poulsen Talks New Music, American Influences + Award Recognition
These are the best of times for Volbeat, as the band is riding a serious hot streak. Part of that success is due to their 'Outlaw Gentlemen & Shady Ladies' disc, and there's no doubt that album title evokes images of the American west.
Nine Inch Nails on PBS’ Austin City Limits
So PBS, the company that airs Sesame Street among other programs, recently aired a performance by Nine Inch Nails on its program, Austin City Limits. The show was a great 50+ minute set that covered songs from the early days up to the current NIN release, ‘Hesitation Marks...
Korn’s Jonathan Davis Discusses Mayhem Festival, ‘The Paradigm Shift’ + More
Korn are riding a career upswing at the moment, due in part to the success of 'The Paradigm Shift' album. The news just keeps getting better for the band, as they're set to appear as co-headliners of this year's Rockstar Energy Drink Mayhem Festival.
Royal Blood’s Mike Kerr Talks Early Attention, Working as a Duo + Influences
Up-and-coming duo Royal Blood are starting to garner the attention of tastemakers in the U.S. after enjoying positive early returns in Europe. The hard rocking pair, who formed just last year, are bringing their buzz-generating stage show stateside later this spring.
Avenged Sevenfold’s M. Shadows Talks ‘Hail to the King,’ Music Industry, Golfing + More
During a recent broadcast of 'Loudwire Nights,' radio goddess and host Full Metal Jackie spoke with Avenged Sevenfold singer M. Shadows. The two covered a wide range of topics including Avenged's new album 'Hail to the King,' the state of the music industry, golfing while on tour + much more.