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!
Full Metal Jackie
The Sword’s Kyle Shutt: Tragedy, Death + Politics Influenced My Playing on ‘Used Future’
Kyle Shutt, one of The Sword's founding members, speaks with Full Metal Jackie about the band's sixth studio album.
Dimmu Borgir’s Silenoz on ‘Eonian': ‘You Tend to Get More Ambitious’ Every Album
Silenoz, one of Dimmu Borgir's founding members, spoke with Full Metal Jackie about the band's return with 'Eonian' after an eight year studio gap.
Underoath’s Spencer Chamberlain: Labeling Music by Lifestyle or Religion ‘Cheapens the Whole Value’ of It
Full Metal Jackie spoke with Underoath's Spencer Chamerlain on her weekend radio program, discussing how the band has changed since their last album and more.
Randy Blythe Won’t Be Affected by Slayer’s Farewell: ‘I’m Sure We’ll Remain Friends’
Randy Blythe spoke with Full Metal Jackie about Burn the Priest's upcoming covers album, the early days of his career as well as the end of Slayer.
Judas Priest’s Rob Halford: Glenn Tipton ‘Is a Heavy Metal Hero Whether He Likes It or Not’
The Metal God Rob Halford spoke with Full Metal Jackie about what went into Judas Priest's 'Firepower' album and Glenn Tipton's decision to step away from touring.
Slayer + Exodus’ Gary Holt: It ‘Pisses Me Off’ That Rap Is the Most Popular Music in America
Gary Holt spoke with Full Metal Jackie about the end of Slayer, the next Exodus album and what bands will fill Slayer's absence.
Zakk Wylde Is Still ‘Blown Away’ + ‘Inspired’ By Playing of Classic Guitar Legends
Zakk Wylde was the latest guest on Full Metal Jackie's weekend radio program to discuss Black Label Society's latest album, 'Grimmest Hits.'
Machine Head’s Robb Flynn: ‘You Can’t Have a Plan’ When Starting in the Music Business
Machine Head's mainman spoke with Full Metal Jackie about the 'Catharsis' writing and recording process, keeping things fresh and more.
Anthrax’s Scott Ian: Charlie Benante Already Has ‘Killer Riffs’ Ready for Next Album
Scott Ian was the latest guest on Full Metal Jackie's weekend radio program and discussed his new book, his relationship with touring and new Anthrax material.
Geezer Butler Nixes Chances of One-Off Black Sabbath Shows: ‘It’s Best Not to Drag it Out’
The Black Sabbath bassist spoke with Full Metal Jackie about the end of the band and what the future holds for him musically.
Rex Brown on Fronting a Band: ‘It’s Invigorating as an Artist to Have That Kind of Freedom’ [Interview]
Rex Brown speaks with Full Metal Jackie about being a solo artist, a potential covers project, the touring life and his 2018 plans.
August Burns Red’s Jake Luhrs: ‘Just Being Human and Being Real’ Draws Both Secular + Spiritual Audiences [Interview]
Full Metal Jackie speaks with August Burns Red singer Jake Luhrs about the 'Phantom Anthem,' appealing to different audiences, writing, touring and more.