Jave Patterson

Korn is in Reno this Saturday night (2/29/2020). In advance of the show, Jave spoke with Brian Welch about a number of topics including how they still find the angst to write music after three decades as

I don’t usually re-post stuff like this, but the video below is just too well done to pass up! Sure, ‘Dance Of The Clairvoyants’ from Pearl Jam has a much different sound than your typical grungy Seattle

I ran across this video earlier this week, and laughed out loud for the first time (while watching a video) in a long time. In fact, I woke up my still sleeping wife within the first few

Talk about chills…in 2019 the world lost some amazing musicians. One of those was Linkin Park’s Chester Bennington. Prior to his death, the front man had decided to resurrect his pre-Linkin Park band ‘Grey Daze’ to do

Scottsdale/Tempe Arizona based band The Black Moods have had a busy 2019, having toured relentlessly during the year opening for Whitesnake and Gin Blossoms all across the country. The band is comprised of bassist Jordan Hoffman, drummer

Rosie and Carmen, the founders of British duo Bones UK were in Reno recently to play and discuss their forming, Grammy nomination and work with legendary guitarist Jeff Beck. Check out the raw, intimate full interview with

Through multiple albums and almost three decades of touring, along with the loss of founding members Kevin Moore (keyboards) and Mike Portnoy (drums), Dream Theater continues to make music and impress audiences worldwide due to their musical

Tommy took a minute to call into the KDOT studios and talk with Jave Patterson about the bands upcoming release N.A.T.I.O.N., along with discuss being the vocalist in SNOT and his stint filling in for Ivan Moody

Jave Patterson caught up with Sully and Shannon from Godsmack to discuss, of all things…who would win in a street fight between Aerosmith and the band Boston…and more! Watch it below:   [INTERVIEW] Nothing More Vocalist Jonny

Godsmack and Monster Truck are playing a sold out show tonight (10/11/19) at the GSR. Sully and Shannon took some time to speak with Jave Patterson about the show, the latest album and change in sound for

In a brand new interview with Jave Patterson before their recent show here in Reno, GHOST leader Tobias Forge was asked if he has the progression of the band’s storyline already mapped out for the foreseeable future. “I know where we’re

Famed comedian Carlos Mencia spoke with Jave Patterson in advance of his show on Saturday, September 14th at the Silver Legacy! Among other topics, Jave pressed Carlos on the rift between he and Joe Rogan who has

Nothing More will be back in Reno this Saturday (September 14th, 2019) on the second date of their new tour with Ghost at the Reno Event Center.  Jave Patterson recently caught up with the prolific songwriter to

Jave caught up with Doug to talk about Mackey Stadium hosting a Big 10 team for the home opener and who to watch in the upcoming football season! [EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW] Volbeat’s Rob Caggiano Talks New Volbeat Album

Fighter GUSTAVO LOPEZ, a member of Randy Couture’s camp, who will be defending his world bantamweight title for the first time against Joey Ruquet, a rival who he has already defeated, but remains a serious threat will be

Las Vegas native Rick DeJesus, vocalist of Adelita’s Way took some time to speak with Jave Patterson about life as an independent artist and his desire to collaborate with other musicians such as Tom Morello of Rage

Staying local this 4th of July weekend and looking for something fun for the whole family? Here’s your ticket! Our friends at The Row (Silver Legacy, Eldorado, Circus Circus) are closing off the streets and firing up

Volbeat guitarist Rob Caggiano took some time off in Copenhagen during rehearsals for the forthcoming Volbeat tour with Slipknot to talk to Jave Patterson about the tour and album ‘Rewind, Replay, Rebound’, out August 2nd. Check out

Justin, the driving creative force behind Houston, Texas’ Blue October spent some time with Jave Patterson to promote the concert on Wednesday, June 12th at Cargo Concert Hall. Check out the full discussion below where Justin bears

Brother Weaze Pauly Shore stopped by the Rock 104.5 studios, new beard flashing (no, he hasn’t converted to Islam) to discuss the up’s and down’s of his career, reflections on working with the late Sam Kinnison, love

Arguably one of the greatest voices in rock in the 2000’s, Brent Smith of Shinedown took some time to speak with Jave Patterson On Demand about the rigors of touring, how to maintain a healthy work/life/rockstar balance,

Jesse James Dupree and his band Jackyl have been destroying the live rock world for decades, chainsaw in hand! Tonight, Jesse and his southern fried rock band Jackyl are bringing the singing chainsaw experience back to town

Shim Moore is now a solo artist. Simply known as SHIM, he’s done all the heavy lifting himself to re-ignite his music career with a bold new video and rocking new album (see the video for the

OOPS, yep…er, uh. We F’d up this morning and broadcast yesterday’s ‘Word That Wins’ (4/10/19) at 6 a.m., 7 a.m. and 8 a.m. We were smart enough to pull our heads out by 9 (and after two

Steven Wright will be in Reno on Saturday, April 13th and took some time to catch up with Jave Patterson On Demand. Check out the full interview and find the link to purchase tickets below. In the

Will the snow ever stop?!? That is the question I ponder here at Plumb and Kietzke as I watch a micro-snow shower pelt my window, this after a 70 degree Sunday and fun on the links at

Jave Patterson got some face time with local World Record holder, and Carson City resident Josh Thornton to discuss how he came to claim the honor of having 420 ants tattooed around his entire body, and shattering

Greetings F-ers (FUNDERS!)…many of you were lucky enough to win passes to our Platinum Pizza Party (big thanks to Pizano’s Pizza for the amazing pie- 20 of ’em!) and found out that our ‘secret artist’ was the

I’m not a fan of tattoos, not because I don’t like the body art, but because I’m a self-proclaimed ‘wuss’ and can’t do needles. I’m also not a fan of bugs (who is?), especially when the bug

The Sierra is rough country for cars. The inclines can do damage to transmissions, the salts and sand on the road in the winter can chip paint and lead to undercarriage rust, spring potholes can take out

Lamb of God guitarist Mark Morton took some time to catch up with Rock 104.5 on the eve of his solo tour and discuss working with Chester Bennington and a bevvy of other amazing artists (Jacoby Shaddix,

Avatar is known to have one of the most theatrical live shows touring clubs and theaters today, and they’ll be in Reno at Cargo Concert Hall on Friday night, June 7th.  Jave and weekend warrior Jessi had

‘Okies’ are a bit bassackward…I do some work in Oklahoma and lived for several years just south of the Texas/Oklahoma border, so I speak from a bit of knowledge. With all respect, Oklahoma folks are great, but

He’s played on the G3 tour, had a massive radio and video hit back in the 90’s with his band Dream Theater (remember Pull Me Under?) and is celebrating 30 years of touring the world as one

States search for some odd things to serve at their ‘Big Game’ parties (you know, that NFL event happening Sunday?!?). Our neighbors in California Googled Baked Chicken Breasts (WTF?!?)…and the Massachusetts’ culinary delight is gluten-free pretzels! The most

Alright women, if you really want your guy to sit through some of those terrible holiday chick flicks, perhaps try out this fun Hallmark drinking game invented by Brittany Graves on Facebook! FROM ASHES TO NEW INVADE

The Pennsylvania based band From Ashes To New play at Jub Jub’s tonight, opening for Bad Wolves.  The band stopped by the Rock 104.5 studios to discuss their latest album, the meaning of the hit song ‘Crazy’

CBS San Francisco has helped provide links to get involved in helping our neighbors to the West, devastated by the Butte County fire which has all but destroyed the city of Paradise, California. Here’s how to get

Red Sun Rising recently played Aftershock 2018 in Sacramento. Jave Patterson took some time to catch up with their frontman Mike Protich to discuss the possibility of a West Coast run in 2019, the new, more ‘Beatle-esq’

Avenged Sevenfold just released a new EP featuring all the songs they’ve done for the ‘Call Of Duty’ video game franchise. Listen to this exclusive interview with Avenged Sevenfold’s master guitarist Synyster Gates. In it, Jave asks

Reno and the surrounding areas are in full-on Street Vibrations mode! Thursday, September 27th the most famous television police officer, Erik Estrada will act as the Grand Marshall on the Eldorado Plaza Stage at 6 p.m. for

Could this be perhaps the most entertaining way to market a band? The satanic-jokesters in Ghost have really gone to new lengths to do everything from announce new music to reveal new tour dates via the power

What would you do in order to make up to $1000 a day, making and eating pizza in the comfort of your own home? Well, make a video and apply, of course. According to pizza oven manufacturer

The Florida band Shinedown is known for writing raw, honest material and their new song “Get Up” is no exception. Jave Patterson spoke with Shinedown guitarist Zach Myers to discuss the new track and its message along

There’s a $20 t-shirt on Amazon that uses an optical illusion to make it look like you have HUGE CANS.  And it even works if you’re flat-chested . . . but only if you’re facing someone straight