02-24 Rita and CW talk about some of their experiences backstage plus some autographs they got over the years!

For all the years they worked in Radio, Rita and CW had the opportunity to go backstage during certain events. May times it was to escort winners to meet a band, or it might be during remotes. In this episode, they talk about some of the good times and not as good times while in the backstage world. Plus they dig out some of their favorite items they got autographed and tell the stories.

Fan art of Rita Wilde by Loretta McNair

Rita’s guitar signed by The Doors

Rita’s Happy 20th Anniversary at KLOS radio, signed Bruce Springsteen booklet - that a very nice listener got for her!

Rita’s George Harrison CD signed. She received this as a gift from Rockline Host; Bob Coburn. Listen to the “Mark Felsot” interview for the whole George Harrison story that night.

Rita’s drum head signed by Pink Floyd drummer: Nick Mason.

Neal Peart Drum Head.

CW’s Stephen King signed vinyl interview disc.

CW’s Fleetwood Mac signed album.

CW’s Pink Floyd - The Wall album signed by Nick Mason, Roger Waters and David Gilmour (David crossed out Rogers signature).

Close up of the Pink Floyd Album.

CW’s George Harrison album.

Read about the Richard Lewis performance right here: https://boards.straightdope.com/t/richard-lewis-and-the-livestock-concert/122733

02-23 James "JY" Young joins us for another great interview to talk about the new Styx album: Crash Of The Crown!

James JY Young is back with us. Known for his fantastic guitar playing and his deep voice (like in “Snowblind” and “ Miss America”), he is returning to talk with us about the new Styx album: Crash of the Crown. The album was release in July of this year, and this is one of the first interviews the band has done with it. Although the songs were written in 2019, the album explores the life and times that we the people have been experiencing over the past few years. The album highlights the key elements that give Styx their signature sound. JY was kind enough to speak with us during one of his touring breaks from his home in Chicago. 

Show Notes:

More info on the band and to order a vinyl copy of their album go to their website: https://styxworld.com/

Follow Styx via:

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

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

Twitter: https://twitter.com/STYXtheband

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/styxtheband

 Look for Styx on tour, now scheduled through 2/2022 – including the Rock Legends Cruise: https://rocklegendscruise.com/rlc9/

Styx “Oh Mama” Beer information: https://www.voodoobrewery.com/beer-list/2021/7/15/oh-mama

New videos:

Crash of the Crown: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mNoG4U7QiVc

The Fight Of Our Lives (Todd Sucherman Drum Performance): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MHCi_Am1IJM

Reveries: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2drA7iB5axI

A Monster: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lvq-sZW0IC0

Save Us From Ourselves: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ihG88yiTHgI

Sound the Alarm: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nkHECJjbCSQ

Other fun videos:

Sound The Alarm – Crystal Ball Live: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jn_G6XaoYEs

Fooling Yourself: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sArIMJfj9qI

Crash of the Crown Live: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3aQvJ7CieGc

How about a classic live show from 1978 – Winterland: 1/28/1978: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IYeYqhlVNQU

02-22 Jack Blades - founding member of Night Ranger talks about the new album ATBPO along with fun road trip stories.

Night Ranger has been around since the early 80s. They have had monumental hits such as: “Don’t Tell Me You Love Me”, “Sister Christian”, “You Can Still Rock In America” and so many more. The band has a new album that was just released titled: “ATBPO” which stands for “And The Band Played On”! It features all new music by Night Ranger and it kicks butt! Our latest guest is one of the founding members, lead vocalist and bass player Jack Blades. Jack was also part of the Shaw Blades band and the Damn Yankees.

Show Notes:

Find out more Night Ranger at:

Website: https://www.nightranger.com/

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

Twitter: https://twitter.com/nightranger

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

The New album: ATBPO (And The Band Played On) is available where ever you get great music. Special colored vinyl versions are available at https://www.nightranger.com/store/product/atbpo-yellow-vinyl?ffm=FFM_9bc433fbffbfd7d47200ffa0f96d6d1d

 and another special colored version at Newbury Comics: https://www.newburycomics.com/products/night_ranger-atbpo_exclusive_lp?variant=39843676848308

New Videos:

“Breakout” from the new album: ATBPO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Szs1Yi6gKb8

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZU3bOb9yvIk

“Bring It All Home To Me:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZU3bOb9yvIk

Classic Videos:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z92bmlcmyq0

Sister Christian: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z92bmlcmyq0

When You Close Your Eyes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UGLeg3y3b1U

You Can Still Rock in America: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-RMA-1oWISQ

Don’t Tell Me You Love Me: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GSWPTU_krTY

We didn’t do the Trivia Question for this episode, but we thought we would post it here.

Rita trivia question…Ann Hubbard who later changed her name to Macha Bennet-Shephard, was the main girl in Night Ranger’s Sister Christian video! What other Night Ranger video did she appear in?

Answer: When You Close Your Eyes.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GSWPTU_krTYRead the article about Masha – the girl in the Sister Christian Video: https://www.noblemania.com/2014/07/the-girl-in-video-sister-christian-1984.html

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.