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Mike Stark
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Family fan, music fan, broadcaster and troublemaker
It's Bill Ward's Christmas show Sunday at 10am (pacific time) on LA Radio Sessions with @michaelrstark.bsky.social on @klbpfm.bsky.social. Encore presentations available this Monday at 4pm.

Listen at KLBP.org, on the KLBP app or on TuneIn.
"After The Show": Bill Ward Talks About Metallica drummer Lars Ulrich
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December 20, 2025 at 6:51 PM
KNAC will be celebrating it's 40th Anniversary of the "Pure Rock" format with two special events. Get the details in this video or at KNAC40.com. Low ticket alert, so get your tickets now.
LA Radio Sessions: KNAC DJs Thrasher & Gonzo Greg discuss the station's 40th Anniversary events.
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December 18, 2025 at 1:39 AM
It's Bill Ward's Christmas show Sunday at 10am (pacific time) on LA Radio Sessions with @michaelrstark.bsky.social on @klbpfm.bsky.social. Encore presentations available this Monday at 4pm, next Sunday, December 21st at 10am and Monday, December 22nd at 4pm.
Listen at KLBP.org
December 14, 2025 at 7:22 AM
Bill Ward pays tribute to Veterans this morning at 10am (pacific time) on LA Radio Sessions with @michaelrstark.bsky.social on @klbpfm.bsky.social. Bill returns on Sunday, December 14th at 10am with his Christmas show. Hear them ALL exclusively at KLBP.org
December 7, 2025 at 8:52 AM
For vinyl fans: My pal Kevin Poore @plutoniumrex.bsky.social just put his fun film about vinyl up on YouTube. I have a "cameo" in the first few minutes of the movie (at 3 minute mark)
Longplaying: An Oral Record
YouTube video by k2poore
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December 2, 2025 at 1:41 AM
Bill Ward returns to LA Radio Sessions with @michaelrstark.bsky.social on @klbpfm.bsky.social tomorrow, November 30th at 10am (pacific time)

This month he pays tribute to the veterans.

Listen to the show at KLBP.org tomorrow at 10am (pacific time)

More "ink" on the upcoming show.
Sabbath's drummer Bill Ward recalls his magical meeting with Mitch Mitchell
The Black Sabbath co-founder and drummer Bill Ward had the chance to meet the late legendary Jimi Hendrix Experience drummer Mitch Mitchell a couple of decades ago. It was a magical moment for him and...
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November 29, 2025 at 5:36 PM
Bill Ward returns to LA Radio Sessions with Mike Stark this Sunday, 11/30 on @klbpfm.bsky.social. During the show, he plays Jimi Hendrix's "All Along The Watchtower". In the clip below, Bill talked about the drumming on that song and his thoughts on Mitch Mitchell. Listen to the show at KLBP.org
Bill Ward Talks About Fellow Drummer Mitch Mitchell
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November 24, 2025 at 6:51 PM
Bill Ward on how important @knacfm.com was to the metal community - in celebration of the 40th anniversary of the "pure rock" format on January 8 (@knac40.bsky.social). Join the party at www.knac40.com and join Bill for his @klbpfm.bsky.social radio show Sunday 11/30 at 10am at KLBP.org
November 19, 2025 at 8:12 PM
Sunday morning November 16th at 10am, LA Radio Sessions with Mike Stark on @klbpfm.bsky.social: an interview with radio legends Dr Demento and former KNAC morning man "Thrasher", an interview with G'NR drummer Steven Adler and an interview and live performance from singer/songwriter Will Hoge.
November 14, 2025 at 7:58 AM
Sunday morning at 10am, LA Radio Sessions with Mike Stark on @klbpfm.bsky.social: A 2014 interview with LA radio legend Dave Hull. Dave talks about his relationship with the Beatles, their early LA visits and Hollywood Bowl gigs. Listen at KLBP.org. Encore listens: Monday, November 3rd at 4pm.
November 2, 2025 at 6:14 AM
Sunday, November 2nd at 10am, LA Radio Sessions with Mike Stark on @klbpfm.bsky.social: LA radio legend Dave Hull joins Mike to remember The Beatles' early Los Angeles visits and performances. Included are exclusive interviews Dave did with the band during his tenure at LA's Top 40 powerhouse KRLA.
October 29, 2025 at 5:12 AM
Bill Ward's salute to Black Sabbath and Ozzy on LA Radio Sessions with Mike Stark. Final encores: Sunday morning 10am (pacific) and Monday afternoon at 4pm on @klbpfm.bsky.social at KLBP.org
October 25, 2025 at 4:32 PM
If you missed yesterday's LA Radio Sessions featuring Bill Ward spinning his favorite Black Sabbath tunes, check out the encore of the show today at 4pm on KLBP. Co-hosting is LA Radio Sessions host Mike Stark. Additional encores can be heard this coming Sunday at 10am and next Monday at 4pm.
October 20, 2025 at 6:43 PM
Sunday morning, October 19th at 10am (pacific), Bill Ward returns to LA Radio Sessions with his October radio show. Listen on 99.1KLBP-FM in Long Beach, on the KLBP app and also online at KLBP.org. Encore listens: Monday, October 20 at 4pm, Sunday, October 26 at 10am and Monday, October 27 at 4pm.
October 19, 2025 at 6:53 AM
For my FBI file #NoKings
October 18, 2025 at 9:06 PM
Reposted by Mike Stark
Sunday, 10-19-25 at 10am (pacific), Bill Ward returns to LA Radio Sessions with his radio show. This episode will be featuring nothing but Black Sabbath music. Co-hosting with Bill is his long time radio producer Mike Stark. Listen on @klbpfm.bsky.social 99.1FM in Long Beach or at KLBP.org.
October 8, 2025 at 6:53 PM
Reposted by Mike Stark
Sunday, October 5 at 10am (pacific) LA Radio Sessions with Mike Stark on @klbpfm.bsky.social with music historian Steve Propes to helps us figure out "What was the first rock 'n' roll record?". Listen online at KLBP.org. Encore: Mon, 10/6 at 4pm, Sun, 10/12 at 10am and Mon, 10/13 at 4pm.
September 30, 2025 at 11:30 PM
Sunday, 10-19-25 at 10am (pacific), Bill Ward returns to LA Radio Sessions with his radio show. This episode will be featuring nothing but Black Sabbath music. Co-hosting with Bill is his long time radio producer Mike Stark. Listen on @klbpfm.bsky.social 99.1FM in Long Beach or at KLBP.org.
October 8, 2025 at 6:53 PM
Sunday, October 5 at 10am (pacific) LA Radio Sessions with Mike Stark on @klbpfm.bsky.social with music historian Steve Propes to helps us figure out "What was the first rock 'n' roll record?". Listen online at KLBP.org. Encore: Mon, 10/6 at 4pm, Sun, 10/12 at 10am and Mon, 10/13 at 4pm.
September 30, 2025 at 11:30 PM
Reposted by Mike Stark
Sunday, September 21 at 10am (pacific) LA Radio Sessions with Mike Stark on KLBP it's the musical journey of Mark Volman and Howard Kaylan aka Flo & Eddie aka The Turtles.

Listen on 99.1KLBP-FM in Long Beach, on the KLBP app and also online at KLBP.org.
September 16, 2025 at 6:38 AM
Sunday, September 21 at 10am (pacific) LA Radio Sessions with Mike Stark on KLBP it's the musical journey of Mark Volman and Howard Kaylan aka Flo & Eddie aka The Turtles.

Listen on 99.1KLBP-FM in Long Beach, on the KLBP app and also online at KLBP.org.
September 16, 2025 at 6:38 AM
SAVE THE DATE: On Sunday, September 21 at 10am (pacific) LA Radio Sessions with Mike Stark on @klbpfm.bsky.social explores the musical journey of Mark Volman and Howard Kaylan aka Flo & Eddie aka The Turtles. Listen on 99.1KLBP-FM in Long Beach, on the KLBP app and also online at KLBP.org.
September 7, 2025 at 9:09 PM
LA Radio Sessions with Mike Stark on KLBP presents: From 2015, a performance and interview with Singer/Songwriter/Blues/Roots artist SOUTH RIVER SLIM.
Listen on 99.1KLBP-FM in Long Beach, on the KLBP app and also online at KLBP.org on Sunday at 10am (pacific) and the encore on Monday at 4pm.
September 7, 2025 at 6:19 AM
After listening to @thecharliekirk.bsky.social‬ sarcastically "not being sarcastic" rant about the engagement of Taylor Swift, I just wonder what he listens to musically and what in the other "arts" does he draw inspiration from. I'm guessing nothing - at least nothing that isn't lame.
August 27, 2025 at 12:34 AM