# Metal Mayhem ROC: Tesla's Frank Hannon on Homage and Summer Tour

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Published: 2026-07-03T20:00:00+00:00
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Frank Hannon, co-founder and lead guitarist of Tesla, joins Metal Mayhem ROC to discuss the band's new covers album, Homage, a tribute to legendary songwriters and vocalists spanning six decades. He also reflects on Tesla's enduring legacy and the band's songwriting philosophy. Frank talks about how Homage came together, recording the new original song "Never Alone," preparing for Tesla's summer tour with Mötley Crüe and Extreme, and celebrating the 40th anniversary of Mechanical Resonance. He also shares stories from the early years, life on the road today, and why mentoring younger musicians has become an important part of his career. https://www.metalmayhemroc.com https://teslatheband.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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