04-21 JR Richards, former Dishwalla singer, guitarist and songwriter talks about his new solo album: " My Darkest Hour" + performing in fans homes

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Welcome to our latest interview, everyone! Today, we have an old friend back in the studio—someone who’s been part of the soundtrack of our lives for decades. Please join me in welcoming JR Richards!

JR began his career as the lead singer, guitarist, and songwriter for the iconic alternative rock band Dishwalla. The band's debut album Pet Your Friends dropped in 1995, and it didn’t take long for them to make waves. In 1996, the Richards-penned ‘Counting Blue Cars’ hit #1, earning JR a Billboard Music Award for Top Mainstream Rock Track of the Year.

But that was just the beginning. JR has been producing music since the '90s, not only for Dishwalla but also for his own solo projects and a slew of TV shows. You might’ve heard his work on series like One Tree Hill (2009), How I Met Your Mother (2012), and Criminal Minds (2013). In fact, in 2013, he wrote, produced, and performed the theme song ‘White Light’ for the TV series SAF3, and even contributed twenty songs to the reboot of Baywatch in 2017.

 Now, JR is gearing up to release his 10th studio album, My Darkest Hour, expected later in the next few months. So we’re thrilled to sit down and talk about it, along with his journey through music and all the incredible milestones along the way.

Show Notes:

My Darkest Hour will be released very soon. Follow JR on social media or his website for updates!

 Official Website: https://www.jrrichardsmusic.com/

Follow JR on social media at:

Facebook: https://https//www.facebook.com/JRRICHARDSDISH

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j.r.richards/

Got the urge to bring JR into your backyard for a show, contact him via Instagram or Facebook or his website! He is very good and getting back to you!

Want a free CD, just pay postage and order here: https://www.jrrichardsfreecd.com/

Want singing lessons from JR, click here: https://thejrshop.com/

JR solo videos:

Lost Eversince – Teases the song Album Preview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pERo2EIx42A

Angels Or Devils - JR Richards of Dishwalla | Yaka Live Sessions: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HvKCXVr7HwY

JR Richards of Dishwalla - Every Little Thing | Yaka Live Sessions; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nEr1HlFDtdk

J.R. Richards - Original Singer - Dishwalla - Counting Blue Cars: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-D19-4iVLEE

JR Richards - A Beautiful End (Official) original Dishwalla lead singer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_LCPdypSQpQ

JR Richards - Come To Tears - (Official) Abbey Road Studios Recording: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7XYQgcQfsMA

Dishwalla Live - Moisture - JR Richards official: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QELyd-locJA

 Dishwalla Videos:

 Dishwalla - Charlie Brown's Parents: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ubdmyms-Lts

 Dishwalla - Counting Blue Cars (Official Video): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Clxtg2pFTQM

 Dishwalla - Somewhere in the Middle HQ + Subs: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kMTjPtZ1rpo

 JR Richards - Until I Wake Up (Official Video) Original Singer/Songwriter DISHWALLA: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3tn6qq_VhWk

04-20 Dion DiMucci, know for hits like the Wanderer & Runaround Sue has a new book + plus giving up his seat on the Buddy Holly flight and Sam Cooke’s inspiration

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A pioneer and one of the first artists ever inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Dion first rose to fame with his group Dion and The Belmonts, before becoming a solo sensation with iconic hits like The Wanderer, Runaround Sue, and many more. His influence on American music spans more than six decades—and he's still going strong.

Earlier this year, Dion co-authored a powerful and deeply personal new book with his longtime friend Adam Jablin. It’s titled Dion – The Rock N Roll Philosopher: Conversations on Life, Recovery, Faith and Music. In it, Dion opens up about his incredible journey—his struggles and triumphs, his faith, and his unwavering passion for music.

In our conversation today, we’ll talk about the new book, his decision to give up his seat on the plane with Buddy Holly, his path to sobriety, wisdom he gained from Sam Cooke, and the lessons he’s learned across a lifetime in music.

Show Notes:

Follow Dion on social media:

https://www.facebook.com/OfficialDion/

https://www.instagram.com/diondimucciofficial/

 Adam is a Transformational Life Coach & Recovery Mentor / Keynote Speaker

Follow Adam at:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/adam.jablin/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adamjablin/#

 Dion’s website: https://diondimucci.com/

Order Dion’s book “Dion: The Rock and Roll Philosopher”: https://www.amazon.com/Dion-Rock-Roll-Philosopher-DiMucci/dp/1493088025

Dion’s Audible book can be purchased here: https://www.audible.com/pd/Dion-The-Rock-and-Roll-Philosopher-Audiobook/B0DNNVJDRX

ORder CDs here: https://diondimucci.com/

ORder CDs & vinyl here: https://diondimucci.com/

Sample of the play: THE WANDERER | Paper Mill Playhouse: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kPLXCFy2cik

Dion & The Belmonts I Wonder Why 1958: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pAPEfdjvTqE

 

Dion & The Belmonts - A Teenager in Love: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yL0NBJuUjUM

 

DION ~ RUNAROUND SUE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ik57HLn0Nm0

 

Dion - The Wanderer – 1961: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jP1z0dQVcIQ

 

Dion DiMucci - Drip Drop (1963): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ci_2zkMFzFc

 

Dion Live at The Tropicana (2004): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TFl5q8G21Bk

 

Dion and The Belmonts Ruby Baby: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yufA7TjXJlM

Dion - "Angel In The Alleyways" with Patti Scialfa and Bruce Springsteen - Official Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cUSMkdZKo6I

 

Dion with Paul Simon NEW - "Song For Sam Cooke (Here In America)": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lRQxM0c4vdE

 

Dion - "Soul Force" with Susan Tedeschi - Official Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YlNGPDyEN-A

 

Paul Simon and Dion Rock and Roll Hall of Fame 25th Anniversary shows: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dMlBjFKOodM

 

Dion - "Hey Diddle Diddle" with G.E. Smith - Official Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=REicWFUrVdE

 

Dion - "Dancing Girl" with Mark Knopfler - Official Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e1g9eTjpZXU

 

Dion - "Can't Start Over Again" featuring Jeff Beck - Official Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e6ynStoc60c

 

Dion - "Bam Bang Boom" featuring Billy Gibbons - Official Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=puxj-1sbTeU

 

Dion - "My Baby Loves To Boogie" with John Hammond - Official Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=benyrJABNuI

 

Dion - "Way Down (I Won't Cry No More)" with Stevie Van Zandt - Official Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7faR4KAIqBk

 

Dion - "There Was A Time" with Peter Frampton - Official Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DIKljThxmrc

Can you find Dion on the cover of the Sgt Pepper’s album????

 

04-19 Kevin Cronin, former lead singer, vocalist & song writer of REO Speedwagon has a new tour, new music, new book and great stories!

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One of the greatest rock bands in our generation was REO Speedwagon. At the beginning of this year, we got the press release that REO was no longer. But that doesn’t mean that guitarist, writer and lead vocalist, Kevin Cronin is stopping. We had the opportunity to speak with Kevin not only about his upcoming tour (with many of the REO family supporting him) along with his dad serving in World War II, How and why REO broke up and how Stephen Stills is one of his all time heroes! Plus a hint at his new book!

Show Notes:

STYX/Grand Illusion + Kevin Cronin Band/Hi Infidelity w/ Don Felder - The Brotherhood of Rock Tour:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lyubGkUTyV0

Styx and Kevin Cronin 2025 Tour Dates:

05/28 – Greenville, SC @ Bon Secours Wellness Arena *

05/31 – Tampa, FL @ MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre *

06/02 – Jacksonville, FL @ Daily’s Place *

06/04 – Austin, TX @ Germania Insurance Amphitheater *

06/06 – The Woodlands, TX @ The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion *

06/07 – Ridgedale, MO @ Thunder Ridge Nature Arena *

06/9 – Denver, CO @ Fiddler’s Green Amphitheatre *

06/11 – Salt Lake City, UT @ Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre *

06/13 – Concord, CA @ Toyota Pavilion at Concord *

06/14 – Bend, OR @ Hayden Homes Amphitheater *

06/15 – Ridgefield, WA @ RV Inn Style Resorts Amphitheater *

06/28 – Albuquerque, NM @ Isleta Amphitheater *

06/30 – Colorado Springs, CO @ Ford Amphitheatre *

07/02 – Kansas City, MO @ Starlight Theatre *

07/05 – Birmingham, AL @ Coca-Cola Amphitheater *

07/06 – Alpharetta, GA @ Ameris Bank Amphitheatre *

07/08 – Charlotte, NC @ PNC Music Pavilion *

07/09 – Raleigh, NC @ Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek *

07/11 – Virginia Beach, VA @ Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater *

07/12 – Bristow, VA @ Jiffy Lube Live *

07/14 – Syracuse, NY @ Empower Federal Credit Union Amphitheater at Lakeview *

07/15 – Bridgeport, CT @ Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater *

07/18 – Gilford, NH @ BankNH Pavilion *

07/19 – Mansfield, MA @ Xfinity Center *

07/20 – Holmdel, NJ @ PNC Bank Arts Center *

08/01 – Dallas, TX @ Dos Equis Pavilion *

08/02 – Brandon, MS @ Brandon Amphitheater *

08/04 – Franklin, TN @ FirstBank Amphitheater *

08/06 – Richmond, VA @ Allianz Amphitheater at Riverfront *

08/08 – Camden, NJ @ Freedom Mortgage Pavilion *

08/10 – Burgettstown, PA @ The Pavilion at Star Lake *

08/12 – Saratoga Springs, NY Broadview Stage at SPAC *

08/13 – Toronto, ON @ Budweiser Stage *

08/15 – Noblesville, IN @ Ruoff Music Center *

08/16 – Clarkston, MI  @ Pine Knob Music Theatre *

08/19 – Cincinnati, OH @ Riverbend Music Center *

08/20 – Cuyahoga Falls, OH @ Blossom Music Center *

08/22 – St. Louis, MO @ Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre *

08/23 – Tinley Park, IL @ Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre *

08/24 – Milwaukee, WI @ American Family Insurance Amphitheater *

* = w/ Don Felder

 KEVIN CRONIN Farewell Speech REO Speedwagon 12/21/24 The Venetian Las Vegas: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=flMcIGpHkB8

Kevin Cronin and His Daughter Holly Sing "Can't Fight This Feeling": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VZpTz0GhsdM

Kevin Cronin & Zachariah Wilson - REO Speedwagon's "Take It On The Run" Live - American Idol Finale: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e_6PC0qfPHg

Haven't We Lost Enough (I Still Love You)with Stephen Stills: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JE8u6cBRPSw

REO Speedwagon Or Kevin Cronin' Band Live Short Show 2024: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pWRJizt_pu8

REO Speedwagon - Keep on Loving You (Video Version): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wJzNZ1c5C9c

"Building The Bridge" - Cronin Family Choir ("Holly Picks" 6/6 Live Stream w/ Kevin & Holly Cronin): (FAST FORWARD ABOUT 1 MINUTE TO GET THE VIDEO STARTED) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-i3JZ9VAnTI

REO Speedwagon - Can't Fight This Feeling (Official HD Video): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zpOULjyy-n8

REO Speedwagon - Time for Me to Fly (Official Music Video): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=54OtWleMQeQ

REO Speedwagon - Roll with the Changes (Color Version): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeHkaSH0Xw8

REO Speedwagon - Don't Let Him Go: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B5lBzKGSxNA

Reo Speedwagon Back On The Road Again: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dva8aVJH8uE

REO Speedwagon - Ridin' the Storm Out (1981): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GVFgEBq0EKM

REO Speedwagon - In My Dreams (Live Acoustic): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CsRTCugziFM

REO Speedwagon - Roll With The Changes [HQ] (Live on the Midnight Special): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eGgLPriZUSA

04-18 Blues singer/songwriter ZZ Ward talks new album: "Liberation", along with touring with her kids and being a new "Mother".

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ZZ Ward was born in 1986 and is an American singer-songwriter from Roseburg, Oregon. She signed with Hollywood Records to release her debut extended play, Criminal (2012), which preceded the release of her debut studio album, Til the Casket Drops, that same year. Her second studio album, The Storm (2017), peaked atop the Billboard Blues Albums Chart. Her third studio album, Dirty Shine (2023), was released independently, and met with critical acclaim. On Friday, March 14, she releases her next album on the famous blues label: Sun Records, titled Liberation.

Show Notes

ZZ’s Website:https://www.zzward.com/

 Social Media:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zzward/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ZZWard/

 

Tour dates & tickets (including meet & greet opportunities: https://www.zzward.com/tour

 The New album: Liberation Order at ZZ’s website: https://www.zzward.com/

 Videos:

 ZZ Ward: Mother: https://youtu.be/5JVuAN0bNrI

 ZZ Ward – Love Alive: https://youtu.be/Z2bQoFqN06A

 "Naked In The Jungle" (Official Lyric Video): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vj_QHUYKKac

 ZZ Ward - Love Alive (Official Music Video): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z2bQoFqN06A

 ZZ Ward - Domino (Live at NRG) ft. Fitz: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t-hqvUC1HkA

 ZZ Ward - Cannonball (Official Video) ft. Fantastic Negrito: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-k7PO9HM2RU

 ZZ Ward - "Sex And Stardust" (Official Music Video): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h8pl_NCc35M

 ZZ Ward - Put the Gun Down: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5chkHjTNFgk

 ZZ Ward "Til the Casket Drops" - Pretty Little Liars: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fXtNS1shJFk

 ZZ Ward - "Tin Cups" with Aloe Blacc (Official Video): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tV38qCSvAXw

 Sharp Dressed Man Billy F Gibbons ZZ Ward Orianthi - Feb 2017: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=spJ-nQ1iiH0

 ZZ Ward - Ride (From "Cars 3"/Official Video) ft. Gary Clark Jr.: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RLQlaYqI_G4

 ZZ Ward - Full Performance (Live on KEXP): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4zzeoEjh_ig

 ZZ Ward - My Baby Left Me: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bu34Cfeysyk

 Lindsey Stirling - Hold My Heart (ft. ZZ Ward) [Official Video]: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uCTWBHP6lV0

 ZZ Ward - "Break Her Heart" (Official Music Video): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=adCt_Jmd96g

 ZZ Ward - "Dirty Shine" [Official Album Trailer]: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zflZzrgaPC8

 ZZ Ward – Runnin Down A Dream – Tom Petty Cover - 2018 NASCAR on NBCsN Opening – Daytona: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2U1UGfQcpJQ

 2-Part Video:

Watch this first, because the story continues - ZZ Ward - Baby Don't [Official Music Video]: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zqjcriPM9cc&t=0s

 Watch this second, to see the whole story - ZZ Ward - "Ride Or Die" (feat. Vic Mensa) [Official Music Video]: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vHjq4fe5wzs

EXCLUSIVE LIVE VIDEOS (AND EXCERPTS) :

ZZ Ward - “She Ain’t Me” - Pacific Amphitheatre - August 7, 2019

ZZ Ward - “Dancing On My Grave” - Pacific Amphitheatre - August 7, 2019

ZZ Ward - “Put The Gun Down” - Pacific Amphitheatre - August 7, 2019

ZZ Ward - “Ride” - Pacific Amphitheatre - August 7, 2019

ZZ Ward - “Marry Well” - Pacific Amphitheatre - August 7, 2019

ZZ Ward - “Mother” - Grammy Museum - March 6, 2025

ZZ Ward - “Grinnin’ In Your Face” - Grammy Museum - March 6, 2025

ZZ Ward - “Naked In The Jungle” - Grammy Museum - March 6, 2025

ZZ Ward - “Lioness” - Grammy Museum - March 6, 2025

ZZ Ward - “Put The Gun Down” - Grammy Museum - March 6, 2025

04-17 Rick Springfield shares insight into his new Greatest Hits Vol 2 box set, along with a new tour and his rare collectibles.

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Today’s interview is with Rick Springfield. You may remember Rick as Dr. Noah Drake on General Hospital, or Pastor Charles on American Horror Story, or even playing himself (naked) on Californication, but did you know also is an amazing musician and songwriter? There is more to him than “Jessie’s Girl”

 Plus we talk about the new greatest hits box set; “Rick Springfield BIG HITS – Greatest Hits Vol. 2” , along with plans for his 2025 summer concert tour and some of his most prized collectibles.

Show Notes

ALL PHOTOS BY JAY GILBERT

 Social Media;

https://www.facebook.com/rickspringfield

https://www.instagram.com/rickspringfield/

 

New album:

Rick Springfield BIG HITS – Greatest Hits Vol. 2

 

Look for the big 2025 summer tour featuring, Rick Springfield, Wang Chung, John Waite, Paul Young and John Cafferty

Want some of Rick’s Rum: https://sammysbeachbarrum.com/buy-now

If you are interested in the Titanic memorabilia display, here you go: https://titanicbranson.com/announcements/titanic-movie-memorabilia-on-display/

 Video Stuff:

 

 Sound City Players: Rick Springfield & Foo Fighters - Love Somebody - 1.31.13: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B1nu1Exq2NA

Rick Springfield (I've Done Everything For You) & Sound City Players Live 2013 (Multi–cam): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_FM0mzHK8Nw

The Sound City Players and Rick Springfield Perform 'Jessie's Girl': https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VWSlEDmAH1I

Rick Springfield (Sammy Hagar) Party at the Beach Bar Live Surf Clear Lake Iowa July 1st 2022: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lO1ccns-IxA

Rick Springfield - Love Somebody (Official Video): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JIVYW977GVM

Rick Springfield - I've Done Everything For You (Official Video): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h0zwYNPPD2g

Sammy Hagar - I've done everything for you 1980: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uj_rcU4TrZY

Rick Springfield and Sammy Hagar Perform "I've Done Everything For You" | Rock & Roll Road Trip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0zhxrQSVH5w

Rick Springfield - Jessie's Girl (Official Video): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qYkbTyHXwbs

Rick Springfield - Don't Talk To Strangers (Official Video): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cp42V938eBA

Ricki And The Flash - Official Trailer with Meryl Streep: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x8PVK6Hky2A

 Other videos:

Rick Springfield Shows Off His Star Wars Action Figures: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VtAANVXQjUU

Coheed and Cambria - Jessie's Girl 2 ft. Rick Springfield (Official Music Video): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BTGo-JHuCGc

all photos by this guy, Jay Gilbert

04-16 Kenny Wayne Shepherd is back to talk about playing the original Hendrix “Woodstock” guitar along with his new album: Dirt On My Diamonds Vol 2

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We are back with our good friend Kenny Wayne Shepherd. Since the last time we interviewed Kenny, he has released a follow up album to his Dirt On My Diamonds Vol 1, ironically titled, Dirt On My Diamonds Vol. 2.

In addition to the new album, we talk about Kenny’s experience actually playing Jimi Hendrix’s Woodstock guitar, and his upcoming tour and 2 new album releases all set for 2025.

Kenny is a five-time-Grammy-nominated guitarist Kenny Wayne Shepherd. The new album was recorded at the legendary FAME Studios in Muscle Shoals, Alabama. This project chronicles Shepherd's journey of musical evolution, touching on stories of loss, redemption, and memorable melodies, all crafted by an elite team of songwriters. Born in Louisiana, in 1977, Shepherd’s own life has never followed the script. Steeped in classic blues and rock ‘n’ roll from an early age by his dad – a respected Louisiana radio personality and promoter – Kenny soon reached for his first Fender Stratocaster and found he didn’t require lessons to make it cry and wail. Long before Warner Brothers subsidiary Giant Records offered a deal, Shepherd had toured in clubs he was still too young to drink in.

Also check out our previous interview with Kenny released on October 7, 2023 - find it in the link below

Show Notes

You can follow Kenny on social media at:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kennywayneshepherd

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kennywayneshepherd/

His website is: https://www.kennywayneshepherd.net/ - you can also order an autographed album at his website: https://www.kennywayneshepherd.net/blog/557872709695

Kenny will be releasing an album in 2025 with Blues artist, Bobby Rush. Check out Bobby’s website here: https://www.bobbyrushbluesman.com/

Here is a little taste of Kenny & Bobby playing together in August 2024: Kenny Wayne Shepherd & Bobby Rush - Hoochie Coochie Man: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YIK6CgetV6o

Kenny will be part of the 2025 Experience Hendrix Tour, check out the website, tour dates, etc: https://www.experiencehendrixtour.com/

Kenny will be part of a couple Blues Cruises, book your room right here: https://bluescruise.com/

Check out all of the videos/songs from Dirt On My Diamonds Vol. 2:

Kenny Wayne Shepherd | "I Got A Woman" Official Lyric Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3dGbO5YVB6A

Kenny Wayne Shepherd | The Middle: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n-62pkJhJM4

Kenny Wayne Shepherd | My Guitar Is Crying: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3FKZuCmyWwQ

LONG WAY DOWN - Kenny Wayne Shepherd: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OjjgTTyyksY

Kenny Wayne Shepherd | Never Made It To Memphis: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6oXJn2-5fOE

Kenny Wayne Shepherd | Watch You Go: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lffNZ8QWOuM

Kenny Wayne Shepherd | Pressure: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jhb0IHieln4

Kenny Wayne Shepherd | She Loves My Automobile: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vo0M4X0QQE0

Other videos / songs from Kenny we think you should listen to:

Kenny Wayne Shepherd Band - Mr Soul (Official Audio): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cJr1SQczt9c

KWS Play Hendrix Woodstock Strat: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BLWjFFlBZCM

Experience Hendrix FULL SHOW Seattle 9-19-24: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QJrj5Tutxaw

Check out Jim Irsay’s Rock n Roll Memorabilia collection: https://collection.jimirsaycollection.com/collections/rock-n-roll

She Loves My Automobile (Live 1980 Broadcast Remastered): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s5gLeboF1ZI

04-15 "Rush at 50" is the new book by Daniel Bukszpan, featuring 50 milestones in Rush’s career.

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Formed in Toronto in 1968, Rush became one of the most popular and best-selling bands in rock history, thanks to their tireless effort and imaginative, ever-evolving music. This richly illustrated and entertainingly written book from Rush expert and music journalist Dan Bukszpan pays tribute to the trio on the 50th anniversary of their debut album by curating and examining 50 of the most significant milestones in their career.

Daniel covers everything down through the decades. And in this interview we talk about: The band’s formation by bassist Geddy Lee and guitarist Alex Lifeson in suburban Toronto and their early gigs and tours opening for the likes of Kiss. Their breakthrough in the United States thanks to a Cleveland DJ. The role of co-founding drummer John Rutsey. And much more.

In examining 50 touchstones, Buszpan presents a unique look at Rush’s career arc from Toronto bar band to international mega-platinum stadium fillers. Every page is illustrated with stunning concert and candid offstage photography, including gig posters, 7-inch picture sleeves, ticket stubs, and more.

Daniel’s website: https://notoriousbuk.com/

Donna Halper was credited to be the first DJ in America (at WMMS) to bring Rush to the radio.

Donna Halper congratulates RUSH on Hollywood Walk of Fame Star: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=04tniBnlcHc

 The Rush Fan Film Project interviews Donna Halper: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=amitvOYQsK0

Immigrant Song from Shrek the Third (2007) : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p5d04e-32_o

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame: Jann Wenner (2013 Clip) | HBO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_KLuYXT6QMU

Neil’s book Ghost Rider can be purchased here: https://www.amazon.com/Ghost-Rider-Travels-Healing-Road/dp/1550225480

If you are interested in any of the Rush album covers by Hugh Syme, you can check out some of Hugh’s artwork here: https://ao5gallery.com/collections/hugh-syme?srsltid=AfmBOooII_l5Yaweia9lkBqBxjrnkMOJNsPIZFBukPwwb6QqfdsLtbsE

Great Videos:

RUSH - 2013 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. RUSH Performances, Finale and "Backstage": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sJK0cEPQi4w

 Rush - The Spirit Of Radio: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g_QtO0Rhp0w

Rush perform "Tom Sawyer" at the 2013 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uzPfL0jMPBM

RUSH - New World Man - Live In Toronto 1984 (2021 HD Remaster 60fps): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FgcMM-Z5ITo

RUSH Roll The Bones Official Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mmIynF-59YE

RUSH In Rio - Complete Concert from Maracanã Stadium in Rio de Janeiro - 11/23/2002: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=74RKHYNdnVY

Geddy with his baseball collection, (photo not featured in the book)

04-14 Its Grand Funk Railroad founding member Mark Farner with a new album: "Closer To My Home" and great stories from the Grand Funk days.

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As one of the founding members, lead singer, lead guitarist, and wrote more than 90% of the Grand Funk music catalog, Mark Farner has always been known as the energetic driving force on stage, the engine that pulled the original Grand Funk Railroad to the top of the charts. From his soulful voice and power rock riffs, to fueling the Funk with his atomic stage presence. His story and his imprint on music starts with Flint and since 1969 from his humble beginnings and a blue-collar outlook, Farner has captained a global crusade for love, peace and freedom and became a rock ‘n’ roll icon.

More than 60 years later – he commands the stage with the same intensity performing epic hits that defined a generation – “I’m Your Captain (Closer to Home)”, “Bad Time”, “Some Kind of Wonderful”, “Foot Stompin’ Music”, “Heartbreaker”, “Rock & Roll Soul”, “Locomotion”, “Mean Mistreater” and “We’re An American Band”.

Mark will be releasing his latest solo album on November 8th, and we had the opportunity to speak with him regarding it along with his career in music.

Show Notes:

 Marks music can be found on Amazon Music, Spotify, Apple Music and Pandora.

 

Order the new album Closer to My Home on CD or autographed vinyl at Mark’s website: https://markfarner.com/shop-2/

 Newer Videos:

 

Mark Farner's American Band I'm Your Captain LIVE, Harborfest, Oswego, NY 7/26/24: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4VqDpe7QMQ4

 Full concert - Mark Farner 2022-01-28 Flint https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bQ2oHjR1FtA

 Mark Farner - Rock And Roll Soul (Grand Funk Railroad) Official Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gC_RHHZtexo

 Older videos:

Mark Farner - We're an American Band live from the Rock Legends Cruise 2020: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m84Peeq-GDM

GRAND FUNK RAILROAD - We're An American Band: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9F69etVKuUs

Grand Funk Railroad - I'm Your Captain - Shea Stadium 1971: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A_t59To7Snk

The original version of Locomotion by Little Eva  in (1962): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eKpVQm41f8Y

Grand Funk Railroad’s version of Locomotion (Live): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sSQOeQakExU

Grand Funk - Live 1974 (From Japanese LaserDisc): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9sew6V6tFtI

Grand Funk Railroad - Some Kind Of Wonderful (1975): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BpampFozfL8

Grand Funk Railroad – Live at Shea Stadium: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dBK6-ZGUxMc

 

04-13 Blues - rock guitarist Joanne Shaw Taylor, who was discovered by Dave Stewart, talks about her new album; "Heavy Soul" + her story opening up for B.B. King.

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Joanne Shaw Taylor, discovered at 16 by Dave Stewart of the Eurythmics, quickly ascended as one of the world's leading rock guitarists. Championed by legends like Stevie Wonder, Annie Lennox, and Joe Bonamassa, her powerful songwriting and distinct vocals first captivated audiences with her 2009 debut, White Sugar. Over the years, Joanne has released numerous acclaimed albums, including the UK Top 20 hit Reckless Heart and the #1 Billboard Blues Chart toppers The Blues Album and Blues From The Heart Live. Her most recent studio album, Heavy Soul, launched under Bonamassa’s Journeyman Records earlier this year.

Show Notes:

Follow Joanne on social media:

https://www.instagram.com/joanneshawtaylor/

https://www.facebook.com/joanneshawtaylor/

 Joanne’s latest album can be streamed everywhere, or you can get a physical cd or vinyl copy at her website:

You can also follow Hank on Instagram, at Hank_The_Psycho_Sausage

 "Sweet 'Lil Lies" Official Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1uFHX2UotIU

"Black Magic" Official Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=smQetO4sZWE

"Drowning In A Sea Of Love" - Official Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GFAzxD0h_qI

"A Good Goodbye" - Official Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XKsWHtSlMw4

 "Heavy Soul" - Official Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mPthr403VwE

 "Wild Love" - Official Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hP2OToFYPiA

Someone Like Me: https://youtu.be/DG4Aq62uAT8

Devil In Me video: https://youtu.be/JMrOOj3rK8M

Change of Heart video: https://youtu.be/Bo8qScS8q9Y

 Older Joanne Videos you should watch:

Missionary Man (audio only) featuring Dave Stewart: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YlMg9lOkZCs

Joanne Shaw Taylor - "Summertime" (Live) - ft. Joe Bonamassa: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nVdnzD1wCAY

Joanne Shaw Taylor - No Reason To Stay (Official Video): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z0RUiqxeK_w

Joanne Shaw Taylor - Bad Love (Official Video): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iAkmtOGTX4A

Joanne Shaw Taylor - "Can't You See What You're Doing To Me" (Live) - ft. Kenny Wayne Shepherd: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PXgBj3nT4Tg

 "I’ve Been Loving You Too Long" (Live): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vf4DKorRxgI

Joanne Shaw Taylor - Full Show (HQ Audio) - North Tonawanda, NY: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i_kEdfrsj5k

Joanne Shaw Taylor - "Let Me Down Easy" - Official Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MbW9y5Md-PY

Joanne Shaw Taylor - Outlaw Angel (Official Video): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oRiiL6Aqgag

Joanne Shaw Taylor "Nothing Compares 2 U": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u66CrhVLaOM

Dyin’ To Know - Later… with Jools Holland: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3DMP2YDXVJg

Blues From The Heart Live 2022 – full concert: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZXWBtPISQoA

ERIC GALES + JOANNE SHAW TAYLOR (JAM) Red House GUITARE EN SCENE FESTIVAL FRANCE 2016: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S9HgAgeeX-4

Anne Lennox & Joanne Shaw Taylor - Live At The Queens Diamond Jubilee Concert: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=occkB1mx-hY

Joanne Shaw Taylor - Mud Honey (Fan Video): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U6rGopadWq0

Joanne Shaw Taylor - Goin Down : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yl--nCWiCGc

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Joanne suggest that we listen to The Wildhearts, so here are a few videos and their website: https://www.thewildhearts.com/

 THE WiLDHEARTS - Suckerpunch (Official Video): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9YiwTnHszNo

THE WiLDHEARTS - I Wanna Go Where The People Go (Official Video): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iVo_XGm0Xbw

 

04-12 Smokin' Joe Bonamassa, known for his blues / rock guitar work talks about his new album "Live at the Hollywood Bowl" + how he took the music industry into his own hands

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Joe Bonamassa is not a household name. But if you ask any musician one of their top 5 artist, Joe will surely be included. Only in his 40s, Bonamassa has become a living legend with an astounding multi-genre catalogue. Collectively, Bonamassa has over 40 albums to date with studio and live recordings, collaborative albums with blues sensation Beth Hart and his adventurous side projects: Black Country Communion and Rock Candy Funk Party. A prolific writer always on the hunt to expand his eclectic musical horizons, Bonamassa has a limitless work ethic whether it’s in a studio, on the road or working with other artists to spur new music.

He’s been featured in several publications from Wall Street Journal, Esquire, Rolling Stone, American Songwriter and Parade, as well as on the covers of Guitar World, Guitar Player, Vintage Guitar, Acoustic Guitar and Classic Rock Magazine.

The New York state native opened for B.B. King when he was only 12 years old and has since played alongside such artists as Eric Clapton, Stephen Stills, John Lee Hooker, Warren Haynes, Steve Winwood, Peter Frampton and Buddy Guy, among others. B.B. King might not have guessed it at the time, but that 12-year-old prodigy would go on to become an industry powerhouse.

Building on their 30-year partnership, Bonamassa and manager Roy Weisman created their own record label, management, marketing and concert promotion company called J&R Adventures almost two decades ago. Together, the two mavericks devised a 360-degree independent business model that has survived and thrived during one of the music industry’s most uncertain eras.

The new album can be streamed or you can purchase the DVD/CD/Vinyl directly from Joe’s website: https://jbonamassa.com/

Keeping the Blues Alive Foundation: https://keepingthebluesalive.org/

Joe Bonamassa documentary trailer (full movie can be streamed on Prime): GUITAR MAN | Official Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NyIHrfsm17U

 New videos – Live at the Hollywood Bowl with Orchestra

Joe Bonamassa - "If Heartaches Were Nickels" - Live At The Hollywood Bowl With Orchestra: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sY9Dsa6xxCI

Joe Bonamassa - "Ball Peen Hammer" - Live At The Hollywood Bowl With Orchestra: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kvVnh_f4DMU

 Joe Bonamassa - "The Last Matador Of Bayonne" - Live At The Hollywood Bowl With Orchestra: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0f8TZbKFrXI

Joe Bonamassa - "Twenty-Four Hour Blues" - Live At The Hollywood Bowl With Orchestra: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LwjWsf4-Lms

Joe Bonamassa - "Prisoner" - Live At The Hollywood Bowl With Orchestra: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fLOJS30JeDg

Check out our great interview with beth hart who joe worked with on 3 albums! You can find the episode in our archives: Season 3, Episode 4.

Older Joe Videos you should watch:

Joe Bonamassa & Eric Clapton - "Further On Up the Road": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h5aVK70P88k

 Joe Bonamassa & Peter Frampton - "Four Day Creep" : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aD3rH1ZO7Pc

 Beth Hart Joe Bonamassa Live in Amsterdam: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=snD7sZZ4fG8

Check out the video of Joe’s guitar collection at Nerdville West: Welcome To Nerdville: Inside Joe Bonamassa's Museum and Vintage Guitar Collection | Reverb.com: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ctx86V-GI8A&t=1319s

Beth Hart & Joe Bonamassa - Black Coffee (Official Music Video): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NooMzmbE0xc

Beth Hart & Joe Bonamassa - Joy (Official Studio Video): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mkS-q5hq7qY

Joe Bonamassa Official - "Going Down" - Live at the Greek Theatre: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S79d6DZwPQQ

Joe Bonamassa Official - "Sloe Gin" - Live From The Royal Albert Hall: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=adRGd54rUGs

(13-year-old) Joe Bonamassa • “Blues Jam” • 1990 [Reelin' In The Years Archive]: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YgrbQCaOXaQ

Joe Bonamassa, Dusty Hill, Derek Trucks and Billy Gibbons Induction Freddie King HD: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZztYiIqx8XI

 

04-11 Robert Jon Burrison of Robert Jon & the Wreck talks about the new album: Red Moon Rising, touring in the U.K. and why he doesn't like Spinal Tap

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Since their debut in 2011, Orange County’s Robert Jon & The Wreck have captivated audiences worldwide, turning the Southern rock sound on its head and making it distinctly their own. With Robert Jon Burrison's lead vocals and guitar, the band's synergy on stage is undeniable. As they embark on this next phase with their new release, Red Moon Rising coming out on June 28, they invite both longtime followers and new listeners to join in the celebration of their ongoing evolution and the invincible spirit of rock 'n' roll. The band has toured in the past with Joe Bonamassa, Peter Frampton, Buddy Guy and Rival Sons. Their tour is extensive and goes through December including dates in the U.K. Robert Jon and the wreck just signed to Joe Bonamassa and Roy Weissman’s Journeyman Records.

Show Notes:

Robert Jon & The Wreck - "Trouble" - Official Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1i48k-qreL4

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Robert Jon & The Wreck - "Red Moon Rising" - Official Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ba-OZKNXcKM

Robert Jon & The Wreck - "Worried Mind" - Official Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UZ5evHsxQSI

Robert Jon & The Wreck - "Dragging Me Down" - Official Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x7llKRMn0AY

Robert Jon & The Wreck - "Ballad Of A Broken Hearted Man" - Official Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yjhSh49oCt8

Robert Jon & The Wreck - "Stone Cold Killer" - Official Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1LADkmwHVVY

 Other great Robert Jon & The Wreck videos:

Robert Jon & The Wreck - "Pain No More" - Official Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yhg-j5rmsEg

Robert Jon & The Wreck - Oh Miss Carolina: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yhg-j5rmsEg

 Robert Jon & The Wreck - "Don't Look Down" - Official Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pJdoQT1puK0

Robert Jon & The Wreck - "Old Friend" Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MC7ktnZGIhA

Robert Jon & The Wreck - "Come At Me" - Official Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=koyQENv0q8A

Robert Jon & The Wreck - "Rescue Train" - Official Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ShX_mYQAn6M

 

Robert Jon & The Wreck - "Help Yourself" - Official Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wdK5p73NyP0

 Robert Jon & The Wreck 2021 11 04 "Full Show" Boca Raton, Florida - The Funky Biscuit - Multi Cam 4K: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kOzeZY91nIQ

04-10 Original guitarist, lead singer Buck Dharma of Blue Oyster Cult talks new album: Ghost Stories and how it was made with A.I. + Buck tells us about some of the most iconic songs from BOC!

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This episode is with rock & roll legend Buck Dharma of Blue Oyster Cult. The band started as BOC in 1967 and has been releasing albums and touring since then. They have a new album titled Ghost Stories, which features rare and unreleased music as far back as the late 70’s. These songs for the most part were never officially released and have been sitting in a vault since they were originally performed. Now, with the help of AI, the music has been cleaned up and put onto this one special album. Buck is one of the original founding members, guitarist and vocalist and performed such hits as Don’t Fear the Reaper, Godzilla, Burnin’ For You. He shares his history with the band, along with his insight to how this album was created.

Show Notes:

Follow the Band on social media at:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blueoystercult/

BOC Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCToiTDJNmKtyBHAUUsbdZnQ

 

Tour dates can be found on the bands website: http://www.blueoystercult.com/

The new album Ghost Stories can be streamed everywhere. If you want a vinyl or CD copy, including the limited edition purple vinyl, you can order it here: https://frontiers-us.shop/collections/blue-oyster-cult

 New videos:

Blue Öyster Cult - "So Supernatural" - Official Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jbf6i23DeLs

The making of BLUE ÖYSTER CULT's "Ghost Stories" with Richie Castellano and Steve Schenck: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IzjxgU6OcPI

 Blue Öyster Cult - "Don't Come Running To Me" - Official Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1iNcj93mBAs

 Classic Videos:

Kick Out The Jams by Blue Oyster Cult (Live - 1978): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jPjKVyT8C-c

Blue Oyster Cult - Roadhouse Blues (live): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pCS8F1hG9sk

Blue Oyster Cult - Born to Be Wild (Live at The Capitol Center, 1978): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3nt5gP66BI4

Don't Fear the Reaper - Blue Oyster Cult: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8GAylAoRR2A

Blue Oyster Cult - Godzilla (Live at The Capitol Center, 1978): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RTzb-sduiWc

Blue Oyster Cult - Burnin' For You: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kn-8n4QKUS4

Blue Oyster Cult: Cities On Flame w/ R & R: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q8Dc6FnipK8

 Blue Oyster Cult - Don’t Fear The Reaper Live: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nvnwWwHSet0

 Cover bands of Blue Oyster Cult Music:

Smashing Pumpkins - Godzilla [Blue Öyster Cult] (live 90): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ozs-KJS-7QQ

Don't Fear The Reaper (Denmark + Winter Re:Imagined): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wX1Srf4bJp8

Heaven 17 - don't fear the reaper: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oa7_w2D3R0U

 Blue Öyster Cult - (Don’t Fear) The Reaper (Rock Cover by Violet Orlandi & @jonathanymusic): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qkYSFvsJVk8

(Don't Fear) The Reaper - HIM (Music Video): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KiSwB-XsVqc

 Other videos of interest:

MC5 - Kick Out The Jams - Live Tartar Field, 1970 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0tx8GiTFK-I

Stephen King’s The Stand, intro (Don't Fear The Reaper): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WUAvTn3uz5w

Stephen King Intro to Astronomy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OI1022p4EHg