Rock N Pod 2025: Ron Keel (the Metal Cowboy) Interview with Sonic Legacy!

We caught up with the Metal Cowboy himself — Ron Keel — at RockNPod in Nashville, where legends gather and stories are forged in steel.

With a career that spans decades, genres, and stages around the globe, Ron Keel is one of the most resilient and respected voices in rock and metal. From MTV hits with KEEL to Southern rock stomp with the Ron Keel Band, his story is one of evolution, grit, and undeniable talent.

Ron first rose to fame fronting Steeler — the breakout band that introduced Yngwie Malmsteen to America — before founding KEEL, the hard rock juggernaut known for anthems like “The Right to Rock,” “Tears of Fire,” and “Because the Night.” Produced by Gene Simmons, KEEL earned gold records, toured with the biggest names in rock, and helped define the sound of '80s metal.

But Ron’s journey didn’t stop there. Reinventing himself as the Metal Cowboy, he fused hard rock power with Southern soul, country storytelling, and outlaw attitude — culminating in critically acclaimed releases and a loyal, cross-genre fanbase.

🎤 About Ron Keel:

• Born in Savannah, Georgia; raised in El Paso and Phoenix

• Lead vocalist for Steeler, KEEL, Fair Game, Ron Keel Band, and more

• Co-wrote and performed the X-Men theme song (1992 animated series)

• Gold-certified albums with KEEL; toured with Mötley Crüe, Bon Jovi, Dio, and more

• Hosted national rock radio shows, including Streets of Rock N Roll

• Author of Even Keel: Life On the Streets of Rock N Roll

• Released over a dozen albums across rock, metal, country, and blues

• Performed over 5,000 shows in 40+ states and multiple countries

• Founded RFK Media, supporting independent artists and authentic rock

• Known for powerhouse vocals, honest lyrics, and one of the most passionate fan connections in the biz

Whether you know him as the Metal Cowboy, the voice of “The Right to Rock,” or the radio renegade behind the mic — Ron Keel is living proof that rock ‘n’ roll is alive, well, and riding hard into the sunset.

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👇 Connect with Ron Keel and dive into his world of music, media, and more:

🎸 Official Links

• Website: https://ronkeel.com

• Ron Keel Band: https://ronkeelband.com

• RFK Media: https://rfkmedia.com

• Merch: https://ronkeelshop.com

🎧 Music & Streaming

• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5z1tGBbgxv1oRCQMeUl0S2

• Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/ron-keel/31864411

• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RonKeelRFKMedia

📱 Social Media

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ronkeelofficial

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ronkeel

• X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/ronkeel

• Threads: https://www.threads.net/@ronkeelofficial

• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ronkeelofficial

📚 Books & Media

• Even Keel (Autobiography): https://ronkeel.com/store

• Streets of Rock N Roll Radio: https://kroradio.com

Social Links for Sonic Legacy:

YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@tummytwins

TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@tummytwinsmedia

Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/groups/soniclegacy