Mike Tramp of White Lion In-Studio with Jonesy

[@Private-Hudson]

White Lion were a great band and 'pride' was a brilliant album which I still listen to even now...Great interview

[@80sdancemusic89]

Stve and him should get together and play live.

[@mrmaxaxl]

@Peter May Main Attraction was better!! Amazing album back to back!

[@johngulotta7951]

White lion was bad ass

[@eldorta]

A friend of mine gave me a tape with some rock ballads. Scorpions, Skid Row, but none of it hit me like WL's "'Till Death Do Us Part". That was shortly after they split up. Been a fan since.

[@javtimestwo]

Mike Tramp has an incredible story. He lived the good life in the 80's and his popular band broke up so quickly. Then he struggled big time for many years because of rejection from the same record labels and TV networks that embraced only a few years earlier. You have to give Tramp a lot of credit for being humble enough to get a rental car and drive across America to play an acoustic guitar to not very many fans, in not the best towns, for just enough money for gas, a meal and a place to sleep at night.

[@onkelmarvin8360]

He didn`t really have a choice.......did he !!!!!!

[@Kimberly_11]

I use to think Mike was a big mouth asz hole!! Boy was I wrong!! He is so down to earth and truly loves music, he didn't do music just for a career, he also lived rock and roll! I'm so glad I didn't stop watching his interview's.. (or I would have had that negative image of him) he is also a great story teller ❤️

[@arturovecchione]

he's just european. That's the difference.

[@synthvault]

Mike and White Lion are criminally underrated. They crafted some amazing songs.

[@randalclarke5487]

One hit wonder, but WHAT a hit!! Still a melodic Rock classic

[@synthvault]

@@randalclarke5487 In the US they had two top 10 hits (Wait and When the Children Cry) and multi-platinum albums. I get that they were not Van Halen successful but they were known by every rock fan for sure. Cheers!

[@donnaturner8339]

Mike Tramp is great. Would love to hear him in person and meet him.

[@raystanley4648]

Hey Mike remember that night in San Francisco you were on themike tramps white loin

[@kirwan1414]

Understatement of all time by the interviewer - "Vito was a bit of a virtuoso" 😆

[@dexm2010]

Mike looks good for 58. He definitely has taken better care of himself than many of his contemporaries have over the years.

[@lillacoix9808]

Dayum, Mike T looking all fine😍😍🔥🔥

[@randalclarke5487]

That's what its all about, really and doing what you love 🙂

[@frankod100]

Kept his hair.. wish I could.. great 80s legend

[@fl_7997]

Mike is a survivor for sure. And what the music industry (and their own management and label) did to a legitimate talent like White Lion was nothing short of criminal. And a talent like Vito sitting on the bench for decades is so sad considering the guy is amazingly talented. Much love for these guys even to this day!

[@randalclarke5487]

Agreed... though I loved Nirvana and much grunge, i find slot of the music doesnt hold up, the songs are dated from the 90s, but not so with most 80s metal and pop

[@ryanjacobson2508]

@@randalclarke5487 Even if some grunge was well written (which it was), it doesn't change the fact that it's often gloomy or whiny. It just isn't energizing to listen to.

[@edwardbliss8931]

"Wait" always transports me back to the summer of 1987. I wish I could just stay there.

[@jeffmyrick7517]

Me too I'd go back to 1988 forever. This whole goddamn Country is fucked up. Music sucks too.

[@jeffharris9487]

Started dating my high school girlfriend that year. Wait and Tell Me were our jams.

[@antoniopavicevac-ortiz8886]

@@jeffharris9487 I hear ya man, sigh.

[@VivaToddVegas]

I was listening to White Lion just last night. Still awesome! I miss them.

[@gordonorante509]

White lion good solid band rock n roll.

[@KISStributeNYC97]

Well said.

[@xjbomb4463]

I saw him play clubs in 84 or 85 when white Lion first started .Mike deserves so much respect. He's a true hard working guy.

[@karinwahlstrom2328]

The most humble man in the world! Im lucky to got to hang out with him!❤❤❤❤

[@warriorv9359]

White Lion wass badass my favorite when the children cry

[@johnnyappleseed5029]

Great interview, huge Mike Tramp/White Lion fan since 87'

[@ytusersumone]

This man is actually charming and charismatic in a very approachable and warm way.

[@heathermunoz6282]

Mike Tramp will always be AMAZING.

[@nikikai2112]

“You’re quite handsome.” “Yes, I know.” 😂😂 Only a man who has been admired for his good looks his entire life can make that statement and not sound arrogant. LOVE HIM!

[@bryanm7953]

I still listen to White Lion cd's and several of Mike's solo cd's. I have always loved Mike's voice and I really appreciate that he still releases quality music.

[@jimmyagates]

Great interview with Mike. One of the most down to earth rock stars you could ever hope to meet.

[@candyayala4396]

Omg! Im glad to see one of my favorites singers! Blessings! 🤩😍🥰😘Kisses fron PUERTO RICO!

[@larryw5429]

Mike tramp has a awesome voice.. Broken heart was one of his best songs!

[@tonypowell250]

His voice is weak.

[@imandan1966]

HIs voice is terrible

[@vince_vatican777]

You guys are brutal 😂😭💪

[@onkelmarvin8360]

Broken heart is as klichè as it could possibly get. It`s one of White Lions worst songs..........and the one that girls like !!!!!!

[@andyhansen7488]

@@imandan1966 get the fuck our of here, his voice is great, dumbass

[@cowgirl2989]

Dang got to give this guy much credit for turning around the fall of such success and staying true to his craft, using his God given talent all the while being a nice, humble guy just wanting to play music! The record labels & managers really screwed them over! The change from hair bands to early 90s music hurt them greatly too. Too many great bands thrown in same fish bowl, terrible management not releasing albums during right times & not having the bands best interest at heart was heavy blows also. Glad he is doing well & continues doing what he loves! Talented guy, wish him well!

[@ryanpeterson1588]

Ty for your contribution and tears and blood and you made it!...........ty for your talent and giving us your music i really really appreciated your work on White lion~!

[@AppleMan531]

Now may be the right time for a White Lion reunion!

[@thehouseofcm]

Listening to "Wait" driving on Wilshire through Westwood was a great feeling, like going back in time 30 years. Haven't heard that song in so long on the Radio. This is one of my favorite interviews. Thank Jonesy.

[@robbiegarnz7732]

Mike is such a great guy! Love hearing what he has to say!

[@alexhouston7381]

Mike is awesome.... come on brozy. U D man homeboy

[@michellerosebrown]

White Lion are legends.

[@mlbolts72]

Loved white lion Some great 80s songs 🎵🎸

[@garythomas971]

It’s always great to see you again my brother mike tramp you still rock and you look great I love ya my brother

[@robertmirabilio5356]

I miss listening to Jonesy Jukebox! I would be in all day every day at noon doing my thing and listening to the guy religiously. As soon as I was done I would turn around and head home. I’ll try to figure out what was going on there?

[@BigLeo7205]

Big Game was my favorite album for like a year when it came out

[@yabo2424]

Blown away with his acoustical performance .. White Lion was a great 80's band.. Wait, Little Fighter, When The Children Cry such great kick ass songs !!

[@heywoodjablowme5834]

Jonesy is the best interviewer on the radio.

[@randalclarke5487]

More a listener and that's rare in radio interviews. No judgment either. Steve Jones is the J.D. Salinger of Rock and Roll lol

[@mastersupreme6126]

HE STILL SINGING GOOD AWESOME MIKE TRAMP!

[@lorettasearcy1471]

I love his voice

[@whip689]

It's so interesting to learn how with all the success of White Lion, that the artists are left nearly penniless. They should honestly get to keep their songs and royalties without question. I met Mike at a club in Colorado Springs called The Gardens after his Japan tour with a makeshift band. They played as White Lion and it was a good show. I walked up and shook hands saying "Never let them take your heart." He smiled and said, "Good on you, Brother", then signed autographs before jumping in the limo and heading to a new town.😎🤘

[@iganpparamarta8813]

Steve Vai explained about this thing in Rick Beato’s channel. “Musicians were scared of numbers” I paraphrased it a bit. An advice he got from Frank Zappa saved him a lot of money. And if only those less fortunate guys knew how to keep their publishing they might’ve earned for what they worked hard.

[@majestik101]

"You've been stamped by the Tramp"... lol. Excellent interview. Very entertaining.

[@lealynliao8985]

My idol mike trMp of white lion Nice to see u again after a long years

[@image30p]

I love that this guys says, "My fans are my age..." So refreshing. So different than always talking about how young their audience is.

[@sds4life17]

They were great! Some great songs they made. I miss those days of hair metal! Mike looks amazing, good for him!!!!!

[@algreen266]

Damn i miss this band, one of the best of the 90 s

[@justincase2271]

90‘s?

[@tommy1moore]

Great interview and stories! Didn't know Mike's history.

[@Rose-Rae]

He looks phenomenal for being almost 60 and in rock. Whatever he's doing is working fantastic for him. And still with that incredible voice. Wish him all the best.

[@switchbladeromance1466]

Mike..you are an amazing person..I love your passion for music.I saw F.O.N twice at The Bristol Bierkeller ..UK ...amazing gigz..God bless you ..I wish you good fortune..take care.x

[@skinnywebb]

Great interview Jonesy!

[@clinteastwood5299]

Great interview.Greetings from Norway.

[@JPM777]

Marvellous interview... Thanks for posting.

[@headlesssoldier]

I love Mike Tramp. There is a casino he plays in Milwaukee. My acoustic duo was playing the center bar the night he played. I had a good version of "tell me" just on a lark if he wandered by. I would beg him to play it with me. lol. I just love the dedication to playing. They may not have gotten paid for Pride and the hits etc. But a few of those songs are a fucking backdrop to my own life

[@peebee9676]

Great!!!! Interview!!!! mike is awesome!

[@wesleyhenry5290]

Wait.....Argubly the greatest monster ballad ever period!!!!!

[@johnjonestheman]

That was a great jam at the end. Mike Tramp and Jonesy seemed to gel really well, and seemed to get on well throughout the interview. Good stuff.

[@totigerus]

whatwere you watching? Jonesy looked bored af

[@johnjonestheman]

@Totigerus Is this the first time you've seen his show? Lol he's always like that, without exception, even when surrounded by his best friends.

[@geotechmore8855]

@@totigerus Steve Jones always looks like that. Just his way. Even when he's excited he looks bored. He's just a chilled out dude. He always gives cool interviews 👍 Always unexpected questions to the guests he interviews which is really cool 😎👍.

[@Vinceneil666666]

So cool, thank you Mike and Jonesy

[@kenni123064]

Fantastic interview Jonsey! This was very different and had much energy! You guys have a great chemistry and really enjoyed the “acoustic cover” of Neil Young! One of your very best mate! Thank you for having this guy. He is real and I’m the trenches waiving the “Rock n Roll” flag singing and telling stories you can only get from being in his situation! Cheers matey!

[@cbarrett34]

Mike seems like a great guy

[@kathleendsmith2343]

What a character. a talker.

[@madmaxx254]

I wish white lion would get back together...

[@coltsrule5150]

Vito Bratta says he hasn't even picked up a guitar in over 25 years, much less played one. So, I wouldn't get my hopes up, man.

[@paulstanley9436]

Me too!!!

[@ian2lorimer]

Mike has always been a class act.. My first gig was white lion in Glasgow Mane Attraction tour.

[@bryanm7953]

That was great! I really enjoyed that. Mike is the man. Jonesy is cool too

[@ejames6431]

Mike Tramp. I saw him at "L'Amour" the rock capital of Brooklyn,NY singing with "White Lion" back around 1987. I thought he was an all around great singer and performer!

[@paulstanley9436]

I live in Auburn, not too far from Lake Tahoe. Never knew he lived there, otherwise I would've been up there checking it out. Cool dude! ✌️😎👍

[@mantelmann13]

That will be interesting. Awesome guest. White Lion...awesome music.

[@dguarino6586]

I just saw his video from the 80s called Wait and he looked smoking hot! So I had to come here and see what he is up to now and he's still a very handsome guy. Wish you well!❤

[@lolipalmer7598]

I can never get over the Radar Love video & the songs, When The Children Cry, Wait & Tell Me, along w the riff.. Awesome! U do sound better than Golden Earring😄 Love ya.. Blessings😘💞🌹

[@bruceislife4603]

Mike's a GREAT singer and guitar player his new stuff is great

[@VitaAOlsen]

I just love him!

[@iganpparamarta8813]

Laughed at the Indonesia story because I’m Indonesian haha When the children cry&you’re all I need were among the first songs I learned on guitar

[@renzocalcagno536]

It's been 30 years... great music never goes out of style. White Lion is one of my all time favorite band of the 80s. So unfair they were so ill-served, so badly treated by managers and record label. But you know? The fact people are still talking about them, proves they did it.

[@margotling9851]

Mike is a survivor of mismanagement. Hope he has many good years ahead

[@AudiophileTubes]

WHITE LION were a really good band! Vito Bratta and Mike Tramp were a fun, musical combo!

[@hwy1310]

He seems like a really great guy.

[@petermichaels1]

I am happy that mike and Vito are still friends because they did great music together to just not talk anymore things happen bands do break up and it’s to bad white Lion ended they were my favorite band but I have much respect for mike and Vito for they decision and I’m still a huge fan of mike Tramp and Vito Bratta much love for you guys 🤘🤘🤘🤘

[@shawnbardhan932]

"Friends" ??

[@buckypreseau7349]

yeah...last i heard not so much.

[@4dmind]

I met him and Vito back in 1987. He was very nice especially given that it was just past 2am and they had just played a full set. Vito showed us his rig - he was using a modified JCM 800 (what else right?) and a Gallien-Kruger for clean sounds.

[@sspbrazil]

What a nice guy Mike is...Nice interview Steve. It is so true about Guitar Center, it is noodle central. hahaha

[@miknes12345]

Cool guy. I am Danish and I remember many years ago Lars Ulrich was making fun of him that he(Tramp) couldn't speak Danish anymore, but I just listened to an interview in Danish with him made 2 years ago and his Danish is definantetely still Danish, even if influenced by english from living so many years abroad

[@eldorta]

I was born and raised in Spain. Spanish is my mother tongue, but from an early age I was exposed to an English environment. Lived with and married British women. Worked and lived among them. Years ago, I moved to Germany. Every time I spoke German to someone new, they'd ask me if I was English or American, 'cause I spoke German with an English accent, not Spanish.

[@ryangettig274]

Really Enjoyed this.....total Bohemian:)..

[@ryangettig274]

There's alot of Tramps..............................Literally:)

[@candydormizzi2500]

Killer jam !

[@tedkay_music]

great

[@lancel71]

I saw White Lion in 88 and they weren't bad. I just remember Vito Brata shreddin more than anything!🤘

[@triphazard3953]

Mike Tramp is a stand up dude!! Still has a great beautiful voice! I would love to jam with him. Lady of the Valley showcased his voice!

[@dsmith3351]

Great interview !

[@benedictdonald4338]

Not only was/is White Lion great, but Freak of Nature was also fantastic. Mike has been involved with some fantastic albums!

[@nevadadan4113]

I remember listening to the bands White Lion and Lion around the same time...

[@EcBaPr]

great interview

[@shawnmorgan379]

great story teller

[@KISStributeNYC97]

Yes. His interviews are usually heartfelt and genuine.

[@deanbodishowpodcast9437]

Mike is always ready to go🔥🔥

[@thomasbonnett5806]

He looks like Christian Bale playing the part of Mike Tramp.

[@michaelmclaughlin6440]

Bale is 25lbs lighter, in a bad way.

[@randalclarke5487]

Lmao, right??

[@quigonjean]

Dear Mike, i think you can live here in Indonesia. Maybe not in Jakarta, but in Bali perhaps. There's a lot to do in Indonesia since you are still a rock icon here until this day. And we have lots of musician that i think are capable enough to do music project with you. We, the White Lion fans in Indonesia love and respect you and wish you all the best

[@dannyd8293]

Awesome. Tramp and Jonesy.

[@geotechmore8855]

Back in the day pUnKs wouldn't get along with commercial 1980's Glam bands that were played on MTV. There was a devide between Heavy Metal kids and pUnK kids as well. Today as rOcK n' rOlL is in a decline it's important to put differences aside and get rOck n' rOlL back to where it once was. We see here that Mr. Steve Jones got along REALLY well with Mike Tramp. What a cool jam! What a cool day on the Box! 😎😀👍

[@Palace-of-Madness]

Motorhead helped with that a lot as well. They would hang out and tour with anybody.

[@geotechmore8855]

@@Palace-of-Madness True! Motorhead played with The Damned which is a punk band but they also played with many metal bands. Even commercial bands that were not considered speed metal. A great crossover of punk and metal and just rock fans would be seen with a Motorhead t-shirt 😀👍.

[@dennisg6599]

Bring the band back !!!

[@bryanfrombuffalo7685]

I workout to a few of them songs I grew up and I had the cassette

[@MrNielsPunk]

Fedt

[@optimisticoutreach1236]

Brutally honest and humble...love it. With all the fake fucks out there...

[@armoredmetalhead1257]

Great medley...

[@freakkyt]

Nice jam, maybe one of the best covers of rockin in the free world

[@themaddaddy9515]

that was a great jam...

[@fmbighair]

wow, what an authentic hard working guy tramp is! really tasty cover of the neil young song around 37:00 almost reminds me of Gin Blossoms.

[@clausm2203]

Great interview and he is a fellow dane..:)....and the story about playing football but nobody wanted to pass the ball becourse they are rock stars and the tramp stamp autograf haha great storys..:)

[@Fireglo]

Seeing Mike Tramp acoustic at the Waterfront in April!