If it's too loud...you're too old!

Mike Paine, A.K.A. "Crazy" Mike Paine was an On-Air personality for the flagship Dallas station heard nationwide via Z-Rock affiliates. Mike hosted a weekly show called "Headbanger's Heaven" which featured heavy metal including demos and imports. The show featured Thrash, Speed, Death, and Power Metal genres as well as world premieres, contests, and interviews.

Mike also filled in a lot for other on-air personalities for various reasons which made him an invaluable part of the Z-Rock family. Mike continues to work in the industry in many different ways including voice over work.

Below you will find some great interviews, air-checks and photos of his days in the Z-Rock studios and remote locations. If you have something to contribute, please contact us.


Crazy Mike Paine interviews Ozzy Ozbourne 11/8/88

Crazy Mike Paine Aircheck 11/8/88

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