019 - Alison Ellwood, director of Laurel Canyon documentary, talks with us about the making of the film.

This show we are talking with the director of the new Documentary: Laurel Canyon, Alison Ellwood. This two part documentary is all about the musicians that lived in the hills of Hollywood called Laurel Canyon. So much fantastic music came out of this time and this area during the 60’s & 70’s. If you haven’t seen the two part documentary, you can find it on the EPIX channel. Alison tells us the stories behind the stories as she passionately, has been working on this project for a while.

Laurel Canyon can be seen on EPIX Check your local cable company, or sign up for a free trail through Amazon Prime https://www.epix.com/series/laurel-canyon

Laurel Canyon trailer one: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wPJs7R15IXI

Henry Diltz: work & prints can be found at Morrison Hotel Gallery: https://www.morrisonhotelgallery.com/photographers/HZF6ag/Henry-Diltz

Nurit Wilde’s work can be found and ordered on her website:  http://www.wildeimages.com/

Gary Burden is mentioned regarding his famous art design for many artists album covers. Take a look at some of his work: http://garyburdenforrtwerk.com/discography/

Special thanks to Jim & Helene Ladd for being our friends and coordinating the interview! Jim Ladd can be heard on Sirius XM Radio!

018 - Mike Peters guitarist and lead singer from The Alarm gives us the low down on living with Cancer, continuously working, his 3 new albums and his love for touring!

This show we are talking with a great friend, one of the original band members, lead singer & guitarist of the band The Alarm, Mike Peters, Mike has carried on the bands name since the original break up in 1989. He is releasing 3 new albums in the next few months. We talk with Mike about those new albums, along with his battle with Cancer – twice, the bands first US tour with U2, his thoughts of Springsteen, how his life has changed since he departed from the original band back in 1991.

Follow on:

Twitter: @thealarm

Instagram: TheAlarm

Facebook: the official alarm

Website: http://thealarm.com/

New Alarm albums:

STREAM (Hurricane of Change) – Downstream – Act One

STREAM (Hurricane of Change) – Upstream – Act Two

Order the CD copy here: https://thealarm.myshopify.com/products/stream-cd

The Alarm - Celtic Folklore LIVE (original band) – releases on Record Store Day: September 26, 2020.  Features 5 songs recorded live from the Hammersmith Odeon, London show from 1988, and 5 songs recorded live from the Cabaret, San Jose, California from 1988. Check your local music store for purchasing options.

Be a part of Alarm History ---The Alarm - History Repeating 1981 - 2021 Anthology(40th Anniversary) – 40 Track Anthology available to pre-order now as a 4 x LP BOX SET and / or 2 x CD Edition.

Pre-order today and your name will be inscribed into The Alarm – Roll Of Honour and you will also receive a CD or 7″ EP copy of the brand new  Time 1981 -2021 which will be dispatched immediately upon ordering https://thealarm.myshopify.com/collections/all-cds/products/the-alarm-history-repeating-1981-2021-double-cd-edition

More Cool Alarm Stuff:

The Alarm – The Big Night In. Check out one of the shows here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9qLM_8Ik9Sw

Current shows (if still running) can be found on the Alarm’s Facebook page.

New Alarm Video:  Irish Sea: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Yi4I6cjL6k

Man in The Camo Jacket …A Story of Love, Hope & Strength - movie can be seen on Amazon Prime.

Sign up to be a Marrow Donor through Mike’s Charity – Love Hope Strength - https://www.lovehopestrength.org/

Cool Videos:

The Stand: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yhnPaILDyX4

Rain in the Summertime: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8D6pPgwafq0

68 Guns Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gLK3k_0GHrg

Rescue Me video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QbJ59BM5T_k

Full Video concert from the 1984 UCLA Free Concert: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-2tCSPviXdw

Neil Young & the Alarm – Rockin’ In The Free World (audio only); https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DCDfUjxG4KI

From 1984, see Mike Peters go up against David Gilmour on Pop Quiz TV show: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B-aiyVN0Xz4

Special Thanks today to Ken Phillips for coordinating the interview!

017 - John Doe, singer & bassist for X talks about the bands new album Alphabetland + being a part of the Los Angeles Punk scene when it all started!

This episode we are speaking with the one of the founding members of the band X, John Doe. X has a new album titled; Alphabetland. He tells us the stories about some of the songs from the new album, working with The Doors founder Ray Manzerek, and being in one of the most famous punk bands of all time. John tells us about growing up in Baltimore, his story of being pulled over by the Los Angeles Police Department and what he’s been doing during the quarantine. Plus John takes the bonus round very serious!

SHOW NOTES:

Follow X the band or John Doe on:

Twitter @johndoefromX

Or @xthebandofficial

Instagram: Xthebandofficial

Facebook: X the band

John talks about the organization to help small independent venues: https://www.saveourstages.com/

Water & Wine from Alphabetland official video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oOVakrdlSjw

Delta 88 - official video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RwOe-6vbjXo

Order the new digital album on bandcamp: https://xtheband.bandcamp.com/

John’s wife, Krissy Teegerstrom’s podcast: Beyond and Back: https://www.beyondandbackpodcast.com/

Urgh! A Music War – See X’s performance of Beyond & Back: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m-hs4PeVR9k

The Decline of Western Civilation – See X’s performance of Nausea: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DEeBdrVVnpM

Ray Manzarek joining X on stage for Soul Kitchen: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i19TYrxTS2A

Wayne Wright – artist that designed the Alphatbetland album cover, check out his cool website: https://www.wayneorama.com/

X playing a full gig in 2019- :https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_xVDWthRCc8

Burning House of Love video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pm6Z05bYj2Y

White Girl Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=emY12SGdrIM

Purchase the new limited edition vinyl & CD album: Alphabetland here: https://xtheband.bandcamp.com/album/alphabetland

Special Thanks today to Jay Xudan for hooking us up with the band, Mike Rouse with X’s management & Meslissa Dragich - Cordero with X’s publicity!

016 - Lead singer for the Runaways Cherie Currie discusses her new album Blvds of Splendor and guest artists, Slash, Duff, Billy Corgan & Matt Sorum

This is a very special episode since it is our first female guest, and our first quarantined recorded show. We are testing new methods of recording. So the recording on this one isn’t great, but the content is spectacular! This episode we are speaking with the original lead singer of the Runaways, Cherie Currie. Cherie has a new album out titled; Blvds of Splendor. She tells us the stories of writing some of the songs and the guest artists that helped make the album including, Slash, Duff, Billy Corgan along with producer/drummer  Matt Sorum. Cherie dives into the past and talks about her time with the Runaways, and what she is up to now - carving wood with a chainsaw. Plus Cherie has a very interesting answer for the bonus round question; Tell us about your worst “Spinal Tap” experience.

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SHOW NOTES:

Find Cherie at

www.cheriecurrie.com

&

www.chainsawchick.com

Instagram; cheriecurrieofficial

Facebook: cheriecurrieofficial

Twitter: @cherieCurrie3

New album is Blvds of Splendor - https://music.apple.com/us/album/blvds-of-splendor/1506715461

New audio book Neon Angel as read by Cherie Currie coming soon!

Blvds of Splendor Official Lyric Video:

Review/stream the album here. https://sites.google.com/blackheart.com/cherie

View the Queens of Noise Recording Session  

View Behind The Scenes

View Mr. X with Slash & Duff McKagan

View Billy Corgan & Cherie in studio 

Cherie outtake in Spinal Tap: (quality not very good): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MFScv9mlhEs

Cherry Bomb video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_EBvXpjudf8

Runaways concert from Japan: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UBodAEO-DEU

Special thanks to Ken Phillips for coordinating the interview!

015 - Part two with our conversation with Neal Preston - Neal talks about Queen, Stevie Nicks, being confronted by a drunk John Bonham and working with Bruce Springsteen.

Neal Preston, Rita & CW

This episode is part two of our interview with Neal Preston. First off, if you haven’t listened to the part one interview with Neal, we highly recommend you start there. 

In part two - Neal starts by talking about his relationship with Queen. His many years photographing them. His love for a great friend and muse; Stevie Nicks. Neal also shot 6 Olympic games, and not only shot Nancy Kerrigan the night she got hit in the knees, but was with her in the doctor’s office when she got the results from the MRI. He talks about two of his favorite concerts, The Who & MC5. Being on an airplane with a very drunk John Bonham. And we hear his story about the ever famous shot of Bruce Springsteen at Wembley Stadium.

Queen at Live Aid: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TkFHYODzRTs

Behind the Scenes Charity - The Behind the Scenes charity issues grants to entertainment technology professionals in need due to serious illness or injury that may be used for basic living, medical or funeral expenses. It works closely with related industry charities and social service organizations to assist clients to the fullest extent possible. The Foundation raises funds through events, programs and donations. The Foundation further encourages the entertainment industry to create their own events and programs in support of their charity. https://wp.behindthescenescharity.org/

Neal talks about one of his finest pieces of memorabilia: The Led Zeppelin Object. In case you don’t know the story, check out this quick video of Pawn Stars which features Neal briefly, when they talk about someone that owned and Object, but wasn’t’ willing to part with it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J4TiFEnD-Os

Neal talks about one of his favorite pieces of memorabilia being the t-shirt from Almost Famous – Take a look at the scene: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6OPp0MyQfoM

Neal has been gracious enough to allow us to put up the pictures on our website. So as we talk about some pictures, check out our website to follow along. Or better yet, pick up a copy of Neal’s new book: https://www.amazon.com/Neal-Preston-Exhilarated-Exhausted/dp/1909526452/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=neal+preston&qid=1582506300&sr=8-1

You can purchase some of Neal’s most iconic prints at the Morrison Hotel Gallery: https://www.morrisonhotelgallery.com/collections/Jd4hJx/The-Photography-of-Neal-Preston?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIg52UuNGL6AIVex-tBh1WigE2EAAYASAAEgKdufD_BwE

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Freddie at Wembley
Used by permission ©Neal Preston Photography

Stevie Nicks - Venice

Used by permission ©Neal Preston Photography

Frank Sinatra & Tommy Lasorda

Used by permission ©Neal Preston Photography

Mike Tyson

Used by permission ©Neal Preston Photography

The Who

Used by permission ©Neal Preston Photography

Bruce Springsteen @ Wembley

Used by permission ©Neal Preston Photography

Neal’s Bonus Round prize

014 - Legendary rock and roll photographer Neal Preston talks about his new book, Exhilarated and Exhausted. Neal worked with Zeppelin, The Who, Queen and best friend, Cameron Crowe.

Neal, Rita & CW

This is part one of our interview with Neal Preston.  Neal tells us many of the stories behind the photos in his new book: Exhilarated and Exhausted. Neal talks about going on tour with Led Zeppelin as their official photographer, and what happened when he had to take areal shots of the Zeppelin/Knebworth show in 1970. Neal also tells us about his relationship with his bests friend - Writer & Director Cameron Crowe.  And about working on the set of Almost Famous, since most of the experiences that Cameron went through, Neal also went through.

SHOW NOTES:

Led Zeppelin – 1970 Press Conference – Drake Hotel – New York: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wtbMPWInLfY

Andy Kent – David Bowie Book: https://www.bowiebehindthecurtain.com/

Learn more about Led Zepplein’s manager: Peter Grant: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peter_Grant_(music_manager)

If you haven’t seen Almost Famous, stop the show now, and go watch it! Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aQXh_AaJXaM

Lester Bangs, writer for Cream and Rolling Stone magazines: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lester_Bangs

Scene with Lester Bangs character in Almost Famous: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HpISLkb5L5E

Part one: Neal tells us many of the stories behind the photos in his new book: Exhilarated and Exhausted. Neal talks about going on tour with Led Zeppelin as their official photographer, and what happened when he had to take areal shots of the Zeppelin/Knebworth show in 1970. Neal also tells us about his relationship with his bests friend - Writer & Director Cameron Crowe.  and about working on the set of Almost Famous, since most of the experiences that Cameron went through, Neal also went through.

You can purchase some of Neal’s most iconic prints at the Morrison Hotel Gallery: https://www.morrisonhotelgallery.com/collections/Jd4hJx/The-Photography-of-Neal-Preston?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIg52UuNGL6AIVex-tBh1WigE2EAAYASAAEgKdufD_BwE

Neal’s website: https://www.prestonpictures.com/

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

Neal has been gracious enough to allow us to put up the pictures on our website. So as we talk about some pictures, check out our website to follow along. Or better yet, pick up a copy of Neal’s new book: https://www.amazon.com/Neal-Preston-Exhilarated-Exhausted/dp/1909526452/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=neal+preston&qid=1582506300&sr=8-1

Chuck Berry & Keith Richards

used by permission - © Neal Preston Photography

Robert Plant with Dove

used by permission - © Neal Preston Photography

Sammy Davis Jr., Dean Martin, Frank Sinatra

used by permission - © Neal Preston Photography

Jimmy Page & Jack

used by permission - © Neal Preston Photography

Jimmy Page - Passport

used by permission - © Neal Preston Photography

013 - Drummer Gregg Bissonette talks about playing with Ringo Starr, David Lee Roth and ELO! Plus the only drummer for Spinal Tap who is still alive; Skippy Skuffelton (Copy)

This episode we are speaking with one of the most amazing drummers in the world. How amazing? Well, when Ringo Starr hires you to be the drummer for his All-Star Band, you must be good. Gregg “The Biss” Bissonette speaks with us about not only playing with Ringo, but for the many years and touring & drumming for the David Lee Roth Band.  He also played with ELO during the Zoom Tour in 2001. Gregg tells us the story how his dad took his entire family to see the Beatles in concert. Also Gregg’s alter ego, Skippy Skuffelton joining Spinal Tap.

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SHOW NOTES:

Gregg’s website: http://greggbissonette.com/

Follow Greg on Instagram at Greggdrums, or on Facebook at Greggbissonette

Gregg talks about his very first concert at the age of 7, seeing the Beatles in Detroit. Check out this video from that show: https://www.beatlesbible.com/1964/09/06/live-olympia-stadium-detroit/

Gregg played with Ringo as part of Ringo and  the Roundheads. Take a look at the “With A Little Help From My Friends” video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9iCYdMxhqTE

Gregg talks about liking to have “notes” on his drum kit during a show. Check out the Ringo Starr show with Edgar Winter, during the drum solo, you can see Gregg’s notes sitting on his drum set. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SGWHFDkTwZo

Gregg and his brother were part of the Electric Light Orchestra “Zoom” tour. Check out the “do ya” video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u5tOZytecrg

Skippy Skuffelton playing “Big Bottom” with Spinal Tap: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4QQzDx47L1I (notice Skippy’s “Notes” on the drum sets)

Gregg got to play with the Buddy Rich band. See one of the songs here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h4mKnQ_wHl8

Gregg mentions that one of his favorite drummers is Vinnie Colaiuta: Here’s Vinnie’s website: https://www.vinniecolaiuta.com/

Wanna play like Gregg, here are lessons you can watch on the Drum Channel: https://drumchannel.com/course/gregg-bissonette-classic-drum-beats/

Check out a few David Lee Roth videos:

            Just Like Paradise: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I4qh_9vH1Ww

            Goin’ Crazy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tmCU_QtSzWI

 Yankee Rose: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C8XnCVA5-6I

Another Drummer Gregg is into is Bill Stewart. Read about Bill here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bill_Stewart_(musician)

Another band Gregg has been following NG La Banda, Here is one of their videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mpu7S8Yz0QQ

At the end of the interview, Gregg talks about the Ringo and his All Starr Band Tour – which has been postponed until 2021. He also talks about a few other projects that may have been delayed due to the Corona Virus outbreak. But keep an eye out here for Ringo tour updates: http://www.ringostarr.com/

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Gregg’s Bonus Round Prize - Unused David Lee Roth after show pass from the Eat ‘em & Smile Tour.

012 - Russ Giguere, guitarist & singer for The Association joins us for a fantastic hour of story telling.

Show number 012 is with one of the founding members of The Association – Russ Giguere. The Association are known for such hits as Along Comes Mary, Windy, and Cherish. Russ played Rhythm Guitar, sang and played percussions. Russ has a new book titled: “Along Comes the Association; Beyond Folk Rock & Three Piece Suits”. Russ talks with us about how the band started, not only playing at the Monterey Pop Festival, but seeing and meeting Jimi Hendrix at the concert. Also Russ was offered to join the Mothers of Invention by Frank Zappa and he talks about the secret places at Disneyland that he and the band would….. you’ll have to listen to the episode to find out all the fun stuff.

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Show Notes:

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

Order an autographed copy of Russ’ book “Along Comes The Association” at Book Soup: https://www.booksoup.com/pre-order-signed-copy-along-comes-association-russ-giguere

Order a regular copy at Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Along-Comes-Association-Beyond-Three-Piece/dp/1644280272/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=russ+giguere&qid=1584414476&sr=8-1&swrs=D981A7895FCDB309FDFD236BE0E9E7CD

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The Icehouse located in Pasadena, is still standing today, although it us basically a comedy club: https://icehousecomedy.com/

“Hoot” night at the Troubadour in Los Angeles: https://www.troubadour.com/history/

Rita makes mention of the “27 Club” here is an explanation of what the 27 Club is: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/27_Club

Smithsonian article out the concert posters: https://www.smithsonianmag.com/arts-culture/psychedelic-concert-poster-rocked-world-180958780/

The Association singing “Changes” with Andy Williams: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KDfY9C5wv3E

Happy Together Tour 2020: https://theturtles.com/tour/

Django Reinhardt movie CW talks about: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6247936/

Russ mentions one of his first concerts was Sabicas. Take a look at real Flamenco guitar playing; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZnFtLjQ_rr8

One of Russ’ first concerts was Josh White, take a look: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1hnuJZt7Mvk

In case you were wondering about Russ’ prize and who Forest Ackerman was, here is a brief explanation. Forest started a movie magazine in the late 50s/early 60’s called Famous Monsters. He used to be a huge sci-fi and monster fan, and the movies, once finished, would pass on their many props to Forest to keep. So in the 80s he had a big house in the Hollywood Hills, and once a month he would open it to the public to come see his collection. Check out this video to give you more of an idea: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LvJdwc9ItjQ

The Association videos:

Windy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GHpwzpaFI4g

Cherish: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DD94tZgPuvc

Along Comes Mary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NZsQSFzIsb8

A special thank you to Elliot Kendal from Film and Music Promotion

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Russ’ Lightening Round prize. Ray Bradbury self portrait.

Original Monterey Pop Festival poster

One of the first psychedelic “Fillmore” type posters. This one featuring The Association

O11 - It's Kipp Lennon with part 2 of his fantastic interview! This time he talks about Venice being the back up singers for the Roger Waters "The Wall" tour & working with Bruce Springsteen.

CW, Rita & Kipp Lennon

This is episode two with Kipp Lennon of the band Venice. If you haven’t heard part one (show number 10), we highly recommend that you listen to that first, before going to this episode.

In this episode, Kipp will dive deep into the whole story of how Roger Waters came knocking on the band’s door to have them audition as the back up singers for the 2010 The Wall Tour. If you are either a fan of Pink Floyd or The Wall album, you will love to hear everything that Kipp talks about. There are many amazing stories including the night that David Gilmour and Nick Mason made a special appearance at the 02 Arena for the show, what happens while a wall is being erected in front of you as you are performing. Plus all the fun while traveling on tour.

Plus Kipp shares stories of how the band takes care of their voices, and he talks about the bands latest album; Jacaranda Street. Also stories about working with Bruce Springsteen.

Come back and check out the show notes after you hear the episode!!!!

SHOW NOTES:

Venice video – All of My Life (Kipp mentioned that he heard the song played on KLOS radio for the very first time): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n1qKBI3zaE4

My Love Waits for Me - from the newest album (Jacaranda Street) by Venice: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WUJ-KWcnFFE

David Gilmore at the 02 Areana on the Roger Waters “The Wall” Tour – this is where David sings the wrong lyrics (its still an amazing moment):

When the boys aren’t playing in Venice, you can catch them as a cover band called “Pine Mountain Logs” https://www.venicetheband.com/?Discography/Pine-Mountain-Logs

Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/venicetheband/

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

The official website: www.venicetheband.com

Upcoming Tour dates: http://www.venicetheband.com/?Shows

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010 - Kipp Lennon of the band Venice tells us all about his famous sisters, working with Michael Jackson and the Simpsons, and many more stories from his rock diaries!

CW, Rita and Kipp Lennon

This episode we have a great conversation with the lead singer of the band Venice, Kipp Lennon. Kipp is the kind of guy that could hold you hostage around a camp fire telling all of his amazing stories. Kipp talks about his family, his famous sisters, and what its like having 3 additional “Lennons” forming one fantastic band: Venice. Also how he and the band worked with Jackson Browne to create a giant fundraiser each year. He also talks about his experience working with Michael Jackson. And… that is all we are going to tell you. Listen to the new episode for all the juicy details.

KIPP LENNON / VENICE - SHOW NOTES

There is a point in the conversation that Kipp is talking about Bob Coburn & Jim Ladd. This is in reference to two DJs that worked at KLOS Radio where both Rita and CW worked.

Venice with David Crosby signing Guinevere:

Rita mentions that Venice was on the Mark & Brian Show – The Mark & Brian show was the Morning Show at KLOS Radio where Rita & CW originally worked..

Venice on Star Search (please don’t assume this is what all their music is like): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RydOPQ9_6qU

Venice video of Beach Boys Medley – this is the one where there is a mistake, and the band leaves the stage and returns with a new intro: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kMG5dH827JI

THIS IS SUCH A GREAT VIDEO; Venice with David Crosby at the Artists For the Arts Foundation Concert singing “Ohio” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kInBqFUNnow

Kipp singing Flaming Moes song on The Simpsons:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-EwwJnJPs8A

Kipp singing Michael Jackson on The Flintstones: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2nxv0t4K9XM

Video of Kipp voicing Michael Jackson on the Simpsons, singing Happy Birthday Lisa: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l6UWI03E16U

BAND INFO; Venice the Band

Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/venicetheband/

The official website: www.venicetheband.com

Upcoming Tour dates: http://www.venicetheband.com/?Shows

Instagram: www.instagram.com/venicetheband

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Kipp’s bonus round prize

Venice at 2020 NAMM Convention

Venice at 2020 NAMM Convention

009 - Leo Rossi shares his stories while in the road with Fleetwood Mac & The Beach Boys, the famous San Francisco "chicken" story, his first band initiation and so much more!

Rita, Leo Rossi & CW

This episode we are speaking with an amazing philanthropist – Leo Rossi! He started his career as a lighting designer for concerts in Long Beach, California, with Led Zeppelin being one of his first shows. He then went to be a roadie or as he prefers: Road Crew or Tech in the lighting department for such acts as The Who, Fleetwood Mac, Al Jearreua, Bette Midler and the Beach Boys to name just a few.   

After all the years in the music business, Leo has now shifted to become a Philanthropist and give back to the world by donating  his time and any profits to the charity: 20Kwatts. A charity that his late son began years ago, and Leo is now carrying the torch for.

Leo gives us some insight to touring with bands like Fleetwood Mac & The Beach Boys. When Leo was star stuck by a very famous guitarist. Plus Leo has story after story of being on the road! This is an amazing show.

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SHOW NOTES:

 A Knights Tale website: https://aknightstale.org/

 Give a little bit to Leo’s Charity (ANY amount will help – even the smallest) 20K Watts: www.20kwatts.com

 Collections of Leo’s videos including some of his speaking engagements, charity work, and the Knights of Rock:  https://vimeo.com/twentykwatts

 See Ryan Rossi’s website: www.Justloveit.org 

Upcoming Tour/Appearance dates: https://aknightstale.org/events

 You can order Leo Rossi’ book: When the Devil Smiles the Angels Frown: My Life and Times in Rock 'n' Roll at your local book store  or order on line and have it signed by Leo: https://leosbook.com/

 Special Thanks to Warren Hsiao at Parkhurst Galleries, Inc. in San Pedro for allowing us to use his gallery as our interview homebase! Check out the beautiful art pieces at: www.parkhurstgalleries.com

 Also special thanks to Ted Lekas who said: “hey, you ought to have Leo Rossi on your podcast”. That was all it took! Thanks Ted for your support!

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Show - 008 NAMM - What's there and why are we going?

Rita & CW on day 1 of NAMM

In this show, we will be playing quick interviews from many different rock and roll merchants and a few rock stars that were brought in to endorse products We try and give you a tiny taste of what the NAMM convention is, and what goes on inside. NAMM is the National Association of Music Merchants and it the main convention comes together once a year in Anaheim. The point…is for merchants to display their new items and for buyers, musicians and many others to take a look at what is new.

You will notice a lot of the audio is very raw. It’s because we weren’t in our normal “studio”, and during NAMM we have the ambiance of the show room floor. Keep in mind, there are 50,000 thousand people attending, every booth is a demonstration of an instrument. And every instrument makes a noise.

Also, most of these interviews are under 5 minutes, we didn’t stay with our normal programming of asking our guest their confession nor did we ask them Bonus round questions. But many of these guests will be upcoming full length guests and we will get into much more detail of their musical career on a later show.

For more information on NAMM or to join, click here: https://www.namm.org/

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Mark from Gibson, Rita, Slash’s guitar & CW

Slash’s acoustic and electric signature models.

Check out the Slash guitars right here: Gibson Guitars – Slash Guitar: https://www.gibson.com/Guitars/Collection/Slash

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CW, Rita & Gregg Bisonette at the Dixon Drum Booth

Dixon Drums: https://www.playdixon.com/

Gregg Bisonette: http://greggbissonette.com/

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CW, Chase, Tom Morello & Rita at the Fender room

Fender Guitars – Tom Morello guitar: https://shop.fender.com/en-US/electric-guitars/stratocaster/tom-morello-stratocaster/0140350706.html

Check out Rage Against The Machine later this year - Tom Morello:  http://tommorello.com/

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CW, Neal Preston & Rita

Check out Neal’s amazing photography (and yes you can buy prints at): Neal Preston, photographer: https://www.prestonpictures.com/

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CW, Dave Amato, Rita & Derek St. Holmes at the Tone Pros booth.

TonePros: https://tonepros.com/

Dave Amato: (REO Speedwagon): http://reospeedwagon.com/

Derek St. Holmes (FB): https://www.facebook.com/DerekStHolmes/

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CW, Justin & Rita

Take a look at the new Bob Weir guitar at: D’Angelico Guitars (Bob Weir Guitar): https://dangelicoguitars.com/guitars/deluxe-series/deluxe-bedford/deluxe-bob-weir-bedford/#DADBEDBWMSTGTR

The New D’Angelico “Bob Weir” guitar! Sweet!

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Pushing Veronica: Julien, CW, Brady, Oli, Rita & Noah

Pushing Veronica being interviewed by Rita & CW

Pushing Veronica band: http://pushingveronica.com/

Pushing Veronica videos: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=pushing+veronica

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Johnny Rzeznik, Rita & CW

Johnny Rzeznik being interviewed by Rita & CW

Taylor Guitars:  https://www.taylorguitars.com/

Check out The Goo Goo Dolls website & Johnny Rzeznik: https://www.googoodolls.com/?frontpage=true