Jay Ramone Podcast

I met Hank when he was around 12 years old at his Dad's Recording Studio, Valcour Sound in Broken Arrow, Ok.... After that he started a White Stripes Tribute band w/ his 8 year old sister. Since then he formed the original project The Red Alert & Nuns as well as playing drums for Ester Drang & Aqueduct. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

20+ years ago, I played bass guitar in a band from just outside of Tulsa called Hot Rod Bob.... We put out one full length record on Yawn Records called "No Siree Bob".... We were fortunate enough to get to play with bands like Velvet Revolver, Shinedown, Bowling For Soup, Blue October, the Burden Brothers, The Feds, & many more.... Our very 1st gig was in Pryor, OK at the American Legion Hall...

She Hates Me Not, fresh off a smoking performance at Rocklahoma, were in Oklahoma City for a show at 89th & stopped by Rock 100.5 The KATT to talk about new music. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Beginning in 2015 in Florida, the band Felicity was born. After years of recording & releasing music and playing shows, they went into the studio to record a full length that would end up being titled "Dear Universe"... They made plans for its release & what they were going to do to promote it. They were on the heels of playing on of their biggest hometown shows w/ Issues & an unknown...

Dustin Howard has been in a handful of bands over the years, most recently, his project is called Groucho & he has been a guest previously on the podcast. Dustin has also written the music for several documentaries & even an episode of Sesame Street. Dustin is part owner in Noise Town Tulsa & a content creator himself who had the idea to put together a film festival, featuring Music Vi...

On this episode I am joined by Adam Richmond of The Surviving Rocklahoma Podcast. Adam & I discuss tips & tricks for attending Rocklahoma, the 2026 lineup & some of our favorite moments.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Atrus has been in the Oklahoma music scene for over ten years & have shared the stage with bands like Gemini Syndrome, Red, Hurt, Spineshank & more. Recently they participated in Rock 100.5 The KATT's Battle For KATTFEST for the opportunity to open for Chevelle, IPrevail, Sleep Theory, Ayron Jones, Mothica, Eva & Under Fire. Atrus ultimately ended up winning & you can catch them li...

In this episode I am joined by Greg Upchurch. Before he was playing drums in Arenas & venues all over the world, Greg grew up in Kingston, Oklahoma. Myself being from Ardmore, OK in Southern Oklahoma, we all knew of Greg b/c he was one of us. He grew up in small town Oklahoma & was doing big things musically after moving to LA. We will discuss how he got to play with 3 Doors Down, Puddle o...

In this episode I am joined by Joey Duffy from the band Cliffdiver. Recently Cliffdiver announced they were "Going Out For Smokes" aka going on hiatus.... They announced 2 farewell shows, Saturday July 11th, 2026 in OKC at 89th St. & in Tulsa at The Vanguard on July 18th. Joey talks about some of the things he is going to miss the most about this band, playing Warped Tour & Riot Fest and g...

The lesson of the story is, don't wait to send that message or reach out to your friends & catch up. Ryan McNeill & I grew up in Southern Oklahoma together, going to elementary school together in Healdton, Oklahoma. Our families lives were intertwined through their professions, so needless to say, Ryan & I know each other fairly well. In our teenage years, Ryan, as well as his older br...

This weekend, Bowling For Soup celebrates their 32nd Birthday with Bowling For Soup Night w/ The Frisco Roughriders on Thursday, their Official Birthday show in Texas on Friday & then headlining The Big Ride in Tulsa, Oklahoma on Saturday. Jaret was one of the 1st major label artists that i interviewed back in my college radio days. We did a phone interview to promote a tour stop in Tulsa at a...

Locust Grove joins The Jay Ramone Podcast to talk about their upcoming 10 Year Anniversary Show! Locust Grove formed in the OKC area 10 years ago, an idea created & brought to life by Zain Smith. Since their formation, they have toured the country multiple times & have opened for Papa Roach, Drowning Pool, Blacktop Mojo, Falling In Reverse, Texas Hippie Coalition & more. The Monster EP...

David & Portia from Sacred Rose stop by & join The Jay Ramone Podcast to talk about the beginings of their band, how they built such a tight bond, as well as their cover of "Pink Pony Club". We will also discuss some of their upcoming shows.... The Locust Grove 10 Year Anniversary Show in Chickasha & opening for Cold / Alien Ant Farm at The Diamond Ballroom in OKC.  See omnystudio...

In this episode, I am joined by Dustin from the Tulsa band "Groucho". I've known Dustin for 25+ years, through various points in our lives, various bands, artistic or professional projects. Originally, we became friends online through a message board / Music Community, that was all musicians from local Tulsa bands called Tulsa Music Pulse. After a few years of knowing each other & seeing each...

LYLVC (pronounced "lilac") just released their song "Barely Human" on all platforms & are currently on tour w/ Jeris Johnson, Butcher Babies, & Eva Under Fire. They will be making a tour stop in OKC at 89th Street on 3/14/2026. On this episode I am joined by Alyse & Oscar of LYLVC where we will talk about their unknown ties to Oklahoma, Shiprocked, working with Howard Benson & Mike...

In this episode of the Jay Ramone Podcast, I talk with Brian McShea from the band Good Terms about their unique sound and the making of their album Burnout. They dive into how the band's diverse musical influences come together to create a distinctive style, from pop punk to metalcore and indie pop. Brian shares the story behind their collaboration with Cliffdiver and the process of selecting song...

In this episode of the Jay Ramone Podcast, Jay sits down with the band Losing Connection to talk about their new EP and the Oklahoma music scene. They discuss the influence of bands like the At the Drive-In and the Promise Ring, and how they're keeping it real with their music. The conversation also touches on the importance of community and the DIY ethos, as well as the impact of AI on the music...

Evan Hughes is a Tulsa comedian who has gone viral for spreading positivity on Social Media... When you've been blessed by Evan Hughes, it genuinely makes you feel good & have a great day. Evan is part of a comedy show coming up at 89th St. here in OKC on 12/23/25. Look for an upcoming screening of the documentary, "I've been blessed by Evan Hughes".  See omnystudio.com/listener for priva...

Tyler Armstrong from THE BAND FEEL is my latest guest on The Jay Ramone Podcast. They will be playing live at Beer City Music Hall in OKC on 11-8-25. Check out their new EP "Into The Sun" Now.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When 2 creative groups of musicians meet & form a new project... On this episode of The Jay Ramone Podcast, I am joined by Liv & Jude from the group Cherry Vance. We discuss how they met & the band came together, writing for other artists, as well as give you details on their upcoming show in Waurika, OK at Eaglefest w/ Jason Boland & The Stragglers, Deep Blue Something, The Nixons...

Backroom Productions on The Jay Ramone Podcast.... The hardcore scene in Oklahoma is alive & well, thanks to the guys at Backroom Productions. Listen to their history.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brady from Shark Bite Media on The Jay Ramone Podcast, discusses being a musician in the band False Idol, a graphic artist, as well as a DIY Promoter.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this Episode of The Jay Ramone Podcast, I am joined by singer-songwriter Will Hoge. Will has released over 15 full length records, a handful of EP's & live records as well. I have been watching this man put on the most amazing live performances for over 20 years. Once you see him live, you won't miss another opportunity to see him play! Will Hoge's new record, "Sweet Misery" officially rele...

The Gin Blossoms have been on tour all summer with Blues Traveler & Spin Doctors. On this episode I am joined by Jesse of Gin Blossoms to talk about this tour & their upcoming show at Lucas Oil Live / Winstar Casino in Thackerville, OK. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Many of you know Daxton Page from the band Kirra. A few years ago, after a lot of research & implementation in his own band, he decided to help other musicians & launched MusiciansIgnite.com . Since then, Dax has built up a list of clients, working, independent musicians & artists who have taken the leap & decided to seek the information to help get their project to the next level,...