05-01 Glenn Hughes, bassist & vocalist for Deep Purple & Black Sabbath, talks new album, Cal Jam 1 fiasco, and loosing Ozzy

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When people talk about the great rock vocalists of all time, several familiar and redundant names will always appear like Ronnie James Dio, Robert Plant, Roger Daltrey, Chris Cornell and others. One name that appears on those same lists is Rock and Roll Hall of Famer, Glenn Hughes know for his work in Depp Purple, Black Sabbath, Trapeze and as a solo artist.

Glenn Is releasing a new solo album on September 5th Called; Chosen.

We were lucky enough to speak with him about the new record, upcoming confirmed projects with Joe Satriani, Steve Vai and Joe Bonnamosa as well as what it was like to play Cal Jam 1 at Ontario, CA.

Show Notes:

Pick up Glenn’s new album: Chosen via his website for some great packages, CD, colored vinyl and more: https://frontiers-us.shop/collections/glenn-hughes

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

 Follow on

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

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

Twitter/X; https://x.com/glenn_hughes

 

If you catch the 2025 fall tour, there are meet & greets, Photo-ops, Private Soundchecks and more, visit www.national-acts.com/glennhughes.com

Upcoming European tour tickets: https://www.glennhughes.com/tour.html

02/09 - De Boerderij - Zoetermeer, The Netherlands

04/09 - Fabrik - Hamburg, Germany

06/09 - Kulturhaus Stadtgarten - Neuruppin, Germany

08/09 - Klub Studio - Krakow, Poland

10/09 - Progresja - Warsaw, Poland

12/09 - Alter Schlachthof - Dresden, Germany

14/09 - Club Vaudeville - Lindau, Germany

16/09 - Hirsch - Nuremberg, Germany

17/09 - Spectrum - Augsburg, Germany

19/09 - Muziekgieterij - Maastricht, Netherlands

20/09 - Doornroosje - Nijmegen, Netherlands

22/09 - Capitol - Mannheim, Germany

24/09 - Z7 - Pratteln, Switzerland

26/09 - Festiviteten Bar & Scene - Hamar, Norway

28/09 - Byscenen - Trondheim, Norway

30/09 - Hyvinkääsali - Hyvinkää, Finland

01/10 - Tampere-Talo - Tampere, Finland

03/10 - Kulttuuritalo - Helsinki, Finland

04/10 - Madetojansali - Oulu, Finland

14/10 - O2 Academy - Bristol, UK

15/10 - Guildhall - Portsmouth, UK

17/10 - KK's Steel Mill - Wolverhampton, UK

18/10 - O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire - London, UK

21/10 - O2 Ritz - Manchester, UK

22/10 - Boiler Shop - Newcastle, UK

24/10 - Rock City - Nottingham, UK

25/10 - The Garage - Glasgow, UK

11/11 - Opinião - Porto Alegre, Brazil

13/11 - Mister Rock - Belo Horizonte, Brazil

14/11 - Circo Voador - Rio De Janeiro, Brazil

16/11 - Vip Station - São Paulo, Brazil

18/11 - Tork n' Roll - Curitiba, Brazil

20/11 - Abbey Road - Mar Del Plata, Argentina

21/11 - Arena Sur - Buenos Aires, Argentina

23/11 - Club Paraguay - Córdoba, Argentina

25/11 - Teatro del Huerto - Salta, Argentina

27/11 - Teatro Coliseo - Santiago, Chile

29/11 - Teatro C.E.G - Bogota, Colombia

Black country communion

BLACK COUNTRY COMMUNION Black Country Communion is a powerhouse supergroup fusing the incredible talents of Glenn Hughes (Deep Purple, Black Sabbath, Trapeze), Joe Bonamassa (Blues Rock Legend), Jason Bonham (Led Zeppelin, Sammy Hagar and the Circle, Foreigner) and Derek Sherinian (Dream Theater, Sons of Apollo). https://blackcountrycommunion.com/

 New Videos:

Glenn Hughes - "Chosen" - Official Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t-fj5sl_Rqc

 Glenn Hughes - "Voice In My Head" - Official Lyric Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02bCB_YWCns

 Archive Videos:

Deep Purple - California Jam (60 FPS old higher quality version): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QWOXfbg-nLA

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame 2016 Full Performances 31st Induction Ceremony: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bxb9JG_PFGw

Joe Satriani & Steve Vai - I Wanna Play My Guitar (Official Video): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h86Wsj6BnU8

Robbie Williams - Rocket [Feat. Tony Iommi] (Official Video): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YfAFBOECxw4

Deep Purple - Burn 1974 Live Video HQ: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t4fDCwDiWJQ

Glenn Hughes - Mistreated – 2024: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0tVvIeiJSeQ

Black Sabbath with Glenn Hughes - Heaven And Hell (High Voltage Festival July 24th 2010).: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o1hC30CGOT4

The KLF - What Time Is Love? (Live at Trancentral) (Official Video): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UIbYM1ecT2I

Glenn Hughes w/ Black Sabbath "Danger Zone" LIVE in Detroit, USA 1986: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lub65oR82FA

Black Country Communion - live at Hellfest 2025: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lverrdlTFrk

Heaven & Hell (with Glenn Hughes) - Children of The Sea (London, UK: 24.07.2010): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rsLSWct6CzI

 Hughes/Thrall The Look In Your Eye: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vRlStT0J4bg

Glenn Hughes w/ Trapeze LIVE in Wolverhampton, UK 1969: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jv8UhtQ56j0

Glenn Hughes - Burn -Live at Holmfirth Picturedrome- 10/10/23: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9jlwajZX3AE

black sabbath - 1985

Deep Purple

trapeze

04-24 Paul Rappaport, former VP of Rock Promotions for Columbia Records talks new book with great rock stories with Ron Wood, Keith Richards, Pink Floyd + more!

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First off, we highly recommend that you listen to part one before you listen to this half of the interview.

“If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to work in the rock and roll business at the highest level, our next guest has the answers to those burning questions.

Paul Rappaport started out as just a regular guy from Southern California—someone who loved legendary concerts and played guitar in his own band. But as fate would have it, a recommendation led him to apply for a college rep position at Columbia Records, and he only moved up from their.

In this episode, Paul tells incredible stories about, the Rolling Stones – Ron Wood & Keith Richards, David Gilmour and more.

Paul has just released his critically acclaimed book, Gliders Over Hollywood and without further ado, let’s welcome our special guest,  who logged 33 1/3 years at Columbia Records, Paul Rappaport.

Show Notes Part Two

Gliders Over Hollywood: Airships, Airplay and The Art of Rock Promotion

PAUL ON STAGE WITH dAVID gILMOUR AND pINK FLOYD

pAUL WITH bRUCE dICKINSON

PAUL WITH THE BANGLES

PAUL AND THE ROCKLINE GANG WITH pAUL MCCARTNEY

PAUL WITH ROGER MCGUINN

David Gilmour Wish you were here live unplugged: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3j8mr-gcgoI

Pink Floyd David Gilmour Paul Rappaport interviews 2011: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qhBYeTc_gJg

Pink Floyd - One Slip (Live, Delicate Sound Of Thunder) [2019 Remix]: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=clOORcEPS9M

Jelly Roll & Wynonna Judd - Need A Favor (Live from the 57th Annual CMA Awards): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5usuFY1O4rw

Jelly Roll - "NEED A FAVOR" (Official Music Video): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P1nRboaLTzU

Kacey Musgraves - High Horse (Official Music Video): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fbNDJRwXKGc

Greta Van Fleet - Live at the Red Rocks Amphitheater: Act 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FcpFCZgTu7I

All Too Well (10 Minute Version) (Taylor's Version): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sRxrwjOtIag

Jesse Welles: My Billionaire Daddies Are Fighting: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=evfYGf4ND8k

Bach to Rock – Crazy Train: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=92zmWrAiAtI

Deep Purple - Burn 1974 Live Video HQ: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t4fDCwDiWJQ

It’s Boss night club

Slydini on Dick Cavett (First Appearance): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ir-0j4YCHi8

 Paul’s Storm onion picture

CW’s “Wall” album where David Gilmour did his best to scratch out Roger Water’s signature, then signed his own on the bottom left.

04-23 Former Columbia Records VP of Rock Promotion, Paul Rappaport's new book talks about his relationships with artists like, Pink Floyd, The Rolling Stones, Springsteen and more. PART ONE

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If you have ever wondered what it was like to work in the rock and roll business at the highest level, our next guest will be able to answer many of your questions.

Paul Rappaport was just a regular guy growing up in Southern California, who enjoyed seeing legendary concerts and even played guitar in his own band.

As fate would have it, someone recommended that he apply for a job as a college rep for Columbia Records. He got the job and before long he was using his creativity and love for music to help elevate the careers of Pink Floyd, The Rolling Stones, Bruce Springsteen and even stalwart label mates, like Tony Bennett and Bob Dylan.

He has just released his critically acclaimed book, Gliders Over Hollywood - Airplanes, Airplane and the Art of Rock Promotions, which is full of fantastic stories of the relationships that Paul created with some of the biggest names in the music business.

Show Notes

Gliders Over Hollywood: Airships, Airplay and The Art of Rock Promotion

Check out the official website: www.glidersoverhollywood.com

The Boomtown Rats playing at Fredricks of Hollywood

Paul with Bruce Dickinson of Iron Maiden. We discovered we were both avid fencers so we had a real duel down the hallways of Columbia Records'

hanging with the bangles

Bruce Springsteen Full Concert Roxy 7/07/78: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fzvVVHg_VBM

 

pink floyd airship

paul with journey and heart

In case you need a taste of the Fabulous Poodles, here is one of their more well known song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jG4Aqg0ejyU

Pink floyd “pig” flying over the KLOS radio station in Los angeles

the cover of a bootleg album featuring live music from the pink floyd tour

 

04-22 Heavy Metal author Martin Popoff's new book: "Guns N' Roses at 40", which features 40 key pivotal points in GNR's Career.

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Formed on Los Angeles’ legendary Sunset Strip in 1985, Guns N’ Roses quickly rose from the gritty club scene to become one of the biggest acts in rock music—achieving massive commercial success and becoming a top live draw in under three years. Along the way, their meteoric rise was matched by no shortage of controversy, internal conflict, and headline-making moments.

In Guns N’ Roses at 40, acclaimed rock historian and author Martin Popoff explores 40 pivotal moments that shaped the band’s legacy—from their formation and breakout success to major tours, iconic releases, creative partnerships, internal struggles, and everything in between.

Today, we’re thrilled to be speaking with Martin Popoff about his new book. With over 100 titles to his name on topics ranging from hard rock and heavy metal to classic rock and vinyl collecting, Martin’s work includes Rush: The Illustrated History, Led Zeppelin: Song by Song, Pink Floyd: Album by Album, Bowie at 75, AC/DC at 50, Kiss at 50 and more. He also contributed to the award-winning documentaries Rush: Beyond the Lighted Stage and ZZ Top: That Little Ol’ Band from Texas for Banger Films.

Show Notes:

Martin’s website: https://martinpopoff.com/

Martin’s books: https://martinpopoff.com/html/bookslist

Martin’s podcast: https://martinpopoff.com/html/podcast

Martin’s youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thecontrarians2438

Sample here: The Contrarians "Reliving Old Reviews... " AC/DC "High Voltage" ...w/Martin Popoff: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DpjYr4rV2kE

And yes, there was another band that threatened to release an album titled Chinese Democracy, it was The Offspring. Read the article: https://loudwire.com/offspring-nearly-stole-chinese-democracy-guns-n-roses/

GNR videos:

Guns N' Roses | Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fHo9aAHL9xE

Guns N' Roses - Live at The Troubadour (06.06.1985) GNR FIRST SHOW! AUDIO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OmUNrdR8iu4

Guns N' Roses Back Off Bitch Live 1986 07 11 The Troubadour, Hollywood, California: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iBgac9LvG08

Guns N’ Roses: "Live Troubadour", West Hollywood, CA, USA. July 11, 1986: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FO1C_1ZBxaU

Guns N' Roses 'Live And Let Die' Troubadour Gig: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J-Z1-fEkVfE

Guns N Roses Live Tokyo 1992 (Full Concert): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yEovh0SBPR8

Guns N Roses Rock in Rio – 2017 Full Concert: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZzdcKKVlArI

Guns N Roses Mates Rehearsal 1989 Before Rolling Stones Show: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ofNVusHxcIY

Axl Rose and Bruce Springsteen perform "Come Together": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UtzkBewRsiE

Guns N' Roses - Paradise City (Feat. Dave Grohl) (Glastonbury 2023): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FHZTOvcElng

Guns N' Roses: Live at Farm Aid 1990 - "Civil War" & "Down on the Farm" (Steven Adler Last Concert): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xOOx8DQUY9k

Guns n' Roses 1991 St. Louis - Rocket Queen Incident: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wq_hUz4QGFg

Queen - Elton John & Axl Rose - Bohemian Rhapsody (The Freddie Mercury Tribute Concert) HD: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wq_hUz4QGFg

Michael Jackson ft. Slash – 1995 MTV Music Awards - Beat It: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kaPUTCErvu0

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