What Roger Earl Sniffed in a $300 Bottle of Wine Before Snatching it Back
From Classic Metal Show by The Classic Metal Show: Hail and Kill!
April 30, 2026 · 26 min
About this episode
Roger Earl shares insights from his long career in music, including stories about drumming, touring, and a memorable wine incident.
LOVE CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS? If you’re a die-hard fan of the raw, uncensored interviews we bring you, there’s no better way to support the show than by joining our EXCLUSIVE INNER CIRCLE! By becoming a member, you’ll get: * Early Access: Watch or listen to our newest episodes before anyone else. * Exclusive Content: Dive into members-only interviews, behind-the-scenes footage, and deep-dive discussions you won’t find anywhere else. * Direct Impact: Your support helps us stay independent and keep bringing you the unfiltered truth from the biggest names in music. JOIN THE INNER CIRCLE NOW: https://classicmetalshow.locals.com ABOUT THIS EPISODE Roger Earl has seen it all—from the military bases of South Korea to the top of the Billboard Blues charts at an age when most people are picking out retirement homes. In this sit-down, he reveals the “bang” behind “Slow Ride,” why he’ll never stop drumming until he drops, and a hilarious story about a $300 bottle of wine that’ll make you question every waiter you’ve ever had. Don’t miss the truth about the Titans of Classic Rock tour. ON THIS EPISODE * - The “Titans of Classic Rock” Tour Strategy * - Playing for the Troops: From Japan to South…
People in this episode
Host: Chris Akin
Guest: Roger Earl
Topics covered
- Classic Rock
- Music History
- Drumming
- Interviews
- Touring
- Wine
Keywords
- Roger Earl
- Classic Rock
- Slow Ride
- Titans of Classic Rock
- drumming
- wine
- interview
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Classic Metal Show
Products: 1961 Chateau Lafite Rothschild
Books & works: Slow Ride
Places: South Korea, Japan
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