Ken Ballone is best known as the former Bassist and founding member of the NYC thrash metal/crossover band M.O.D. (Method of Destruction). Ken has over 30 years of professional music industry experience, as an Audio Engineer, Producer and Studio Musician. Ken now works as Producer/Reporter/On-air Talent at Lotus Radio Corp. in Reno, NV. Ken is also a the Producer for The Rob, Anybody & Dawn Show on Rock 104.5 FM in Reno, NV, the #1 Morning show in the area. Also, a multi-media artist, audio-engineer and producer, and cigar and pipe tobacco reviewer/ blogger, Ken stays engaged with the cutting edge of music and entertainment. Most recently, Ken has been managing and promoting unsigned (Metal) bands, using his music industry and Marketing experience to help build brands and successful careers.