Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

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What happens when one of the most over-the-top voices in rock history sits down for a real conversation?

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In this exclusive interview, Jim Gillette—the powerhouse vocalist of Nitro—joins The Hair Metal Guru to talk about his wild career, how he started the Vocal Power series, and how he found out he could break glass with his voice.

From Nitro’s high-speed, shred-heavy sound to Jim’s unforgettable sky-high screams, this is a deep dive into one of the most extreme eras of rock. Jim also opens up about his life beyond music—including his success in real estate, his training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and his past marriage to Lita Ford.

If you’re a fan of hair metal, glam, and the larger-than-life personalities that defined the 80s, you don’t want to miss this one.

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