02-21 John Notto guitarist for Dirty Honey speaks about putting the debut album together along with opening for the Black Crowes tour!

John Notto, guitarist for Dirty Honey joins us on our latest episode. Dirty Honey’s debut album captures the sound of what would be described today as classic rock. They originally released an EP which went to number 1 on the billboard rock charts being the first independent record to go to number one. Then last April, the band released their full length album. They have opened for The Who, Guns n Roses and are now on tour opening for the Black Crowes.

Show Notes:

Find out more Dirty Honey at:

Official website: https://www.dirtyhoney.com/

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

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

Debut full length album: “Dirty Honey”:

Videos:

California Dreamin’:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UiD_Dycn7Ck

Rolling 7s: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=42rmUlDiQDI

 When I’m Gone: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I8ygfX0BavM

Aerosmith’s cover: Last Child: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j7nhfjWM790

Live at the Viper Room: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w2lro88_-kM

More videos here: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=dirty+honey

02-20 Nina Blackwood, original VJ from MTV talks about her career as the network turns 40 in August!

NEW EPISODE! Hard to believe that 40 years ago MTV went on the air, and for the first half, they were actually playing Music Videos! Join us as we speak to one of the original MTV VJs, Nina Blackwood . In 1981, Nina was chosen as one the cable networks VJs. For 5 plus years, she hosted the beginning of the Music Television network. Nina tells us how she auditioned for the job, her favorite and not so favorite interviews, and how MTV began.

Show Notes:

Find out more about Nina at:

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

I Want My 80s Podcast can be found on can be found here: https://www.siriusxm.com/podcasts

Nina’s other show is “The Big 80s on 8” can be found on Serius.

Another show is “Nina Blackwood’s Absolutely 80s” which can be found here: http://www.unitedstations.com/Show/Index/1148

The book written by the 4 surviving VJs can be found here: VJ: The Unplugged Adventures of MTV's First Wave https://www.amazon.com/VJ-Unplugged-Adventures-MTVs-First/dp/1451678134/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=nina+blackwood&qid=1626717518&sr=8-2

There is a video of Nina interviewing Frank Zappa from 1981 on Youtube. With respect to Nina, we did not post it.

Nina video check reel from MTV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oy3vZEf3LLQ

Nina doing some “Music News” from 1982: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e_rRnsVtYEA

Nina doing her rock report from Entertainment tonight, 1986: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KMEx2s3W0kc

MTV Ultrasound - I Was An MTV VJ (1998): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WDtFbjNPjn0

02-19 Steve Berlin of Los Lobos talks about the bands new album: Native Sons along with how they emerged with many other Los Angeles Punk Bands in the 70s & 80s!

This episode is with Steve Berlin who plays saxophone, flute, percussion & keyboards, and is one of the members of the band Los Lobos. Los Lobos is an iconic East Los Angeles band that has been together for almost 50 years. With hits like “Will The Wolf Survive” and “Come On Let’s Go”, “Don’t Worry Baby” and “LaBamba” they have followed their roots all the way to their new album: “Native Sons”. This new album is a collection of the most influential Los Angeles based bands that have impacted Los Lobos throughout their career. Including: Jackson Browne, WAR, Buffalo Springfield and many more. Steve talks not only about the new album, but some of the bands highlights over the years!

Show Notes:

Find out more about Los Lobos at their website: http://www.loslobos.org/site/

Follow the band on     Instagram, Facebook & Twitter at Los Lobos

Los Lobos’ new album Native Sons is released on July 30, 2021. Purchase at your local retailer or get the special vinyl version at: https://store.newwestrecords.com/collections/los-lobos-native-sons

Ticket on sale now: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0B005AB8DC312775

Sample some of Los Lobos’ new songs from Native Sons

Classic Videos and other goodies…

La Bamba – original video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nLAWPrCUQQ0

 Los Lobos | Austin City Limits Hall of Fame 2018 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ODbRd3kReVw

 Come On Let’s Go music video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zJWBRybjs9Q

Don’t Worry Baby: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=McyG6WJQAb0

 Los Lobos - La Bamba - 11/26/1989 - Watsonville High School Football Field https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g6T85X1ClmI

Will the Wolf Survive music video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lJVsUMKftMo

Don’t Worry Baby music video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tao8rbrnfbc

 Steve Mentions a band called Making Movies: take a look at their website and videos: https://makingmovies.world/

 National Endowment for the Arts honoring Los Lobos: https://www.arts.gov/honors/heritage/los-lobos

U2 as the Dalton Brothers in 1987: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=piqPgMUB23Y

 If you want to read the entire article regarding what happened when Los Lobos opened for Public Image, click here: https://buzzbands.la/2015/09/10/exclusive-the-night-los-lobos-opened-for-johnny-rotten-an-excerpt-from-the-new-book-los-lobos-dream-in-blue/

02-18 ENCORE with X's John Doe! Celebrate the 4th of July with one of America's iconic bands!

This is an ENCORE episode with one of the founding members of the band X, John Doe. X’s latest album is 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.

SHOW NOTES:

 Follow John and the Band on:

Twitter @johndoefromX

Or @xthebandofficial

Instagram: Xthebandofficial

or thee John Doe

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

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

Tickets to see X, Los Lobos & The Blasters at the Pacific Amphitheatre in Costa Mesa, CA on Sunday, August 1, 2021: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0B005AB8DC312775

 X – 4th of July: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K_tyWt_9Bfs

 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

 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

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/

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

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

02-17 James Raymond has produced and written for the new David Crosby album: For Free. James tells us about his unique story with David and how the new album was put together.

This episode is with James Raymond. James has been in the music and film business for over 25 years. He has scored commercials & television shows, but he has also worked as writer and producer of music. His latest project is David Crosby’s new album “For Free” which will be released on July 23, 2021. James not only co-wrote music for the album with David, but also with Michael McDonald and Donald Fagen. James has a special bond with David Crosby. If you don’t know the story, you’ll be amazed by what he has to say.

Show Notes:

Find out more about James on his website: www.jamesraymond.com

Follow James on    Instagram at James J Raymond

                                    Facebook at James.Raymond

David Crosby’s new album “For Free” comes out on July 23, 2021 – order a copy through your local music store or stream. Watch David Crosby’s website for information on the vinyl release: www.davidcrosby.com

David’s new single video: River Rise https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u4wy6p6W3DI

Brief video of David talking about meeting James and working with him. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gHVELxiTSVs

James lyric video for “I Used To Know Someone”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5myCKU3Fm3U

“Don’t Dig Here” music video featuring David Crosby, Graham Nash & Russ Kunkel and written by James: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YS8k475fUGs

“Lit by Fireflies” featuring James on Piano: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nSgG4WNESe8

 CPR (David Crosby, Jeff Pevar & James Raymond) performing: Morrison: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rz23uYQp0CQ

CPR performing Homeward Through the Haze live in Montreaux: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XAo4vEGKhBg

CPR performs 8 Miles High in the studio: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NjMon_tO6PQ

Crosby & Friends featuring James on Keyboards – Janet, 8 Miles High & Wooden Ships live from Paris in 2018. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJ_bdyqDxL4

Sarah Jarosz plays with James and David on the song For Free, take a look at the video of her covering the U2 song: I Still Haven’t Found What I Am Looking for. here:

02-16 Knights of Rock members Leo Rossi, Jerry Levin & Bill Darlington tell stories of being roadies for some of the biggest bands in the world

This episode is with our returning guest Leo Rossi along with his friends, Jerry Levin and Bill Darlington. The three along with many others are part of Knights of Rock, which is a group that tour and talk about their experiences as Roadies / Tech crew in the rock and roll world during the 1970s through the present. These guys have toured with such groups as Fleetwood Mac, The Who, Rolling Stones, Spinal Tap, Neil Young, Alice Cooper and more.

Show Notes:

Thanks so much to Leo Rossi for doing our podcast once again! This man is amazing. The first part of his life was all about music, the second part is still about music, but with the good intention of giving back to the world! You are an amazing man, Leo! Thank you! Also big “thank you to Jerry Levin and Bill Darlington for being a part of the show. We tip our hats to you guys for all of your hard work!

Check out the Knights of Rock at www.knightsofrock.com

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

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

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/

02-15 - Rich Best, Booker for Live Nation Concerts talks about bringing live music back!

This episode is with Live Nation Concert’s – Rich Best – Rich is the President of Live Nation Booking, California. Rich chats with us about the concert business, how Live Nation is moving forward to create live shows again, he also tells us about “crew nation” the charity that has been helping those affected by Covid 19 during the shut down of concerts, plus putting together the Vax Live concert, Ohana Festival, Classic East West show at Dodger Stadium and more!

Show Notes

Check out all the Live Nation shows coming up: https://www.livenation.com/

Purple Rain night Club: First Avenue in Minneapolis: https://first-avenue.com/

Crew Nation – if you want to help out many of the music industry that have been affected by Covid 19, please click right here: https://www.livenationentertainment.com/crewnation/

VaxLive: See the whole show right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C02GCe5_bDk

Take a look at the new Sofi Stadium in Los Angeles: https://www.sofistadium.com/

Red Rock Amphitheatre: https://www.redrocksonline.com/

Ohana Festival located at The Doheny State Beach might still have tickets – check it out here:   https://www.ohanafest.com/

Classic West & East Concert trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tSCcZcaIDn4

Sea.Hear.Now Festival featuring Pearl Jam + Smashing Pumpkins – Asbury Park, NJ - https://www.seahearnowfestival.com/

FOO FIGHTERS COLORING BOOK RIDER:

02-14 Peter Frampton talks about his new album " Frampton Forgets the Words" along with stories about Bowie, Harrison & the missing Phenix guitar.

This episode is with one of our true idols, Peter Frampton. Peter was always one of those artists that we could always count on at the radio station to be a part of anything we needed him for. Peter talks with us about his new album; Frampton Forgets the Words, along with his dear friend David Bowie, his passion to be a guitarist, playing live for the first half of his farewell tour, coping with his degenerative muscle disease, spending time with George Harrison, and he tell us the story of his Phoenix guitar.

Show Notes

Website: https://www.frampton.com/

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

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

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0543y7yrvny4KymoaneT4W?si=S5S0j-AORTeoOht02QdU_w&nd=1

Twitter: https://twitter.com/PETERFRAMPTON

Order Peters new album “Frampton Forgets The Words”  from Amazon, Peters website: www.Frampton.com, or your local record store! Or just give it a listen where ever you stream great music!

Also Peter’s book: “Do You Feel Like I Do” is a great read! Find it on Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Do-You-Feel-Like-Memoir/dp/0316425311/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=peter+frampton+book&qid=1619650929&sr=8-1 ) or support your local book store!

Videos:

Reckoner (originally done by Radiohead): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RHdj_-x_51c

Avalon (originally done by Roxy Music): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sfqucAJ3w1I

Loving the Alien (originally done by David Bowie): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8gOob5hoOEI

Black Hole Sun (from his “Fingerprints” album, originally by Sound Garden https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nU8yuWddw0E

Do You Feel Like We Do: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y7rFYbMhcG8

While My Guitar Gently Weeps (with Eric Clapton): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K1ijcpo1Ep8

Live at the Oakland Coliseum 1977: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OOnGUBk6QO0

It Don’t Come Easy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BHBr0o8Imj4

Let It Rain (with the Doobie Brothers): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T7Dm77k-tZo

Peter and David Bowie search for a Beer in Madrid: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eYQ0Xd0nybQ

Peter get’s his Phenix Guitar returned: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ll018kpTfc8 

Tour Peter’s Phenix Studio: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=64EiwEW2cVY

02-13 Rita & CW answer listener questions and talk about behind the scenes of some of the radio days highlights.

Sometimes we need to fill a spot that was cancelled at the last minute. So today we are doing just that! We answer some of the listener questions that we have saved up over the last year and a half, plus talk about good time while working at the radio station.

02-12 Joel Selvin, writer for music section of the San Francisco Chronicle for over 30 years has a new book: Hollywood Eden. He talks with us about the So Cal Music scene in the 50s and 60s.

This episode is with Joel Selvin. Joel was one of the writers for the Pop Music section of the San Francisco Chronicle newspaper for over 30 years. His life is and was music. He has written a new book titled: Hollywood Eden – Electric Guitars, Fast Cars, and the Myth of the California Paradise. Its all about the Sothern California music world in the late 50s to early 60s and features the stories and connections with Jan & Dean, Nancy Sinatra, The Beach Boys, The Mamas and the Papas, Phil Spector, Lou Adler and many more that were all just emerging at this time. The book as well as this interview is very fascinating.

Purchase Joel’s book Hollywood Eden – Electric Guitars, Fast Cars, and the Myth of the California Paradise:   https://www.amazon.com/Hollywood-Eden-Electric-California-Paradise/dp/1487007213/ref=nodl_

Joel’s website: www.joelselvin.com

 Some of Joel’s other books include:

 Altamont: The Rolling Stones, the Hells Angels, and the Inside Story of Rock's Darkest Day

https://www.amazon.com/Altamont-Rolling-Stones-Angels-Darkest/dp/0062444263/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=joel+selvin&qid=1617474737&sr=8-2

 Here Comes the Night: The Dark Soul of Bert Berns and the Dirty Business of Rhythm and Blues

https://www.amazon.com/Here-Comes-Night-Business-Rhythm/dp/1619025418/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=joel+selvin&qid=1617474786&sr=8-3

 Fare Thee Well: The Final Chapter of the Grateful Dead's Long, Strange Trip

https://www.amazon.com/Fare-Thee-Well-Chapter-Grateful/dp/0306903059/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=joel+selvin&qid=1617474786&sr=8-4

 Peppermint Twist: The Mob, the Music, and the Most Famous Dance Club of the '60s

https://www.amazon.com/Peppermint-Twist-Music-Famous-Dance/dp/0312581785/ref=sr_1_5?dchild=1&keywords=joel+selvin&qid=1617474786&sr=8-5

 The Haight [Reformat]: Love, Rock, and Revolution (Legacy)

https://www.amazon.com/Haight-Reformat-Love-Revolution-Legacy/dp/1647220521/ref=sr_1_6?dchild=1&keywords=joel+selvin&qid=1617474786&sr=8-6

 Smartass: The Music Journalism of Joel Selvin: California Rock and Roll (California Rock & Roll)

https://www.amazon.com/Smartass-Music-Journalism-Selvin-California/dp/0943389429/ref=sr_1_8?dchild=1&keywords=joel+selvin&qid=1617474786&sr=8-8

 Photopass: The Rock & Roll Photography of Randy Bachman by Joel Selvin

https://www.amazon.com/Photopass-Photography-Bachman-Selvin-1994-11-01/dp/B01K0SMUE0/ref=sr_1_11?dchild=1&keywords=joel+selvin&qid=1617474786&sr=8-11

 Summer of Love: The Inside Story of LSD, Rock & Roll, Free Love and High Times in the Wild

https://www.amazon.com/Summer-Love-Inside-Story-Times/dp/0525936750/ref=sr_1_12?dchild=1&keywords=joel+selvin&qid=1617474786&sr=8-12

 Monterey Pop

https://www.amazon.com/Monterey-Pop-Joel-Selvin/dp/0811801535/ref=sr_1_13?dchild=1&keywords=joel+selvin&qid=1617474786&sr=8-13

 Ricky Nelson: Idol for a Generation

https://www.amazon.com/Ricky-Nelson-Generation-Joel-Selvin/dp/0809241870/ref=sr_1_15?dchild=1&keywords=joel+selvin&qid=1617474786&sr=8-15

an Francisco: The Musical History Tour: A Gudie to Over 200 of the Bay Area's Most Memorable Music Sites

https://www.amazon.com/San-Francisco-Musical-History-Memorable/dp/B000H2N3DC/ref=sr_1_18?dchild=1&keywords=joel+selvin&qid=1617474786&sr=8-18

Joel mentions that he would like to make a documentary about Slim Gailard – take a read about Slim here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Slim_Gaillard

If you want the story behind Jan Berry being a part of the Frank Sinatra Jr kidnapping, click here: https://jananddean-janberry.com/mysterious-financier-dean-torrence-and-the-kidnapping-of-frank-sinatra-jr/

The mamas and the papas publicity photo with Jill Gibson

02-11 Jeff Jampol of JAM (Jampol Artist Management) talks with us about managing Legendary artists, including The Doors, Janis Joplin The Mamas & The Papas + more!

This episode is Jeff Jampol of JAM, Jampol Artist Management. Part of what Jeff does is manages bands or artists that are no longer producing music. Some of the clients he represents are: The Doors, Jim Morrison, Janis Joplin, Jon Lee Hooker, Jefferson Airplane, Jefferson Starship, Grace Slick, The Mamas & The Papas, Charlie Parker, Henry Mancini plus our good friend Jim Ladd (who by the way is alive and well). Jeff talks about how is company represents these legacies, he gives us the lowdown on the new Jim Morrison book coming out on June 8th! The new Janis Joplin scrapbook coming out later this year, and some of the details of what he does representing the artists.

Show Notes

Check out Jeff’s website: JAM (Jampol Artist Management) at: www.wemanagelegends.com

 Follow Jeff at:

Instagram: @WeManageLegends

Twitter: @JJampol

FB: @Jeffrey Jampol

Clubhouse: @jjampol

Pre-Order The Collected Works of Jim Morrison: Poetry, Journals, Transcripts, and Lyrics

https://www.amazon.com/Collected-Works-Jim-Morrison-Transcripts/dp/0063028972?dchild=1&keywords=The+Collected+Works+of+Jim+Morrison:+Poetry,+Journals,+Transcripts+and+Lyrics&qid=1614090951&sr=8-1&linkCode=sl1&tag=rollingston07-20&linkId=2047049bb6c43b84a97932d51e2935c5&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl

The Doors Graphic Novel can be purchased here: https://store.thedoors.com/products/morrison-hotel-graphic-novel-standard

The Doors Graphic Novel deluxe edition can be purchased here: https://store.thedoors.com/products/morrison-hotel-graphic-novel-deluxe-edition-pre-order

Video on the Triangle of Self Obsession: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O5W5rXwy4PQ

The only version of The Doors on Ed Sullivan performing LIght My Fire

Page 1 - John Lee Hooker contract for 1965. Value for performance was 125 British Pounds, equivalent in todays dollars to approximately $2900.

Page two of the John Lee Hooker performance agreement.

02-10 Master guitarist Gary Hoey talks about Ozzy, Lita Ford, writing music, performing, giving, helping, Rock Camp, his family & much more!

This episode is with our good friend Gary Hoey. Gary has been playing guitar since he was 14. He has released over 20 albums and is considered one of today’s greatest Guitarists. Gary chats with us about how he has been dealing with the pandemic, his audition with Ozzy, producing Lita Ford’s album, his involvement in the Rock And Roll Fantasy Camps, how he looks at the positive side of streaming music, and his passion for playing the guitar.

Show Notes

Gary’s website: http://garyhoey.com/

Pick up an autographed copy of vinyl or CD of Gary’s latest album Neon Highway Blues on his website!

 Social Media:

Twitter: https://twitter.com/garyhoeyband

Instagram: www.instagram.com/garyhoey

Check out “Coffee Time with Mom” on Gary’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/garyhoeyofficialpage

Rock Legend Cruise 2022: https://rocklegendscruise.com/rlc9/

 Cool Videos:

Hocus Pocus live: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wx4nLseE8qM

Pink Floyd’s - Welcome to the Machine (performed by Gary) video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8wpHW4Xko-Q

Gary wrote the music for Disney California Adventure – California Screamin’ rollercoaster: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UUf5c9kpW_U

Linus and Lucy (Peanuts Theme) – Music Only: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DqwvBHiLeF4

Pipeline: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZfPIfezFFus

I’d Rather Go Blind with Beth Hart: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kpAOxUwTtDo

Low Rider: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ejCRrN3asM

Coffee Time with Mom featuring Ozzy?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ULQGLuLhb9o

Mr. Grinch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VHhm_aMP5Ps