53:5 - The Official Stryper Podcast

Welcome to the June episode of The Radio Eclectic and, oh what a show! For the next almost hour, join me as I feature some amazing new music from Scar Chamber, Lou Gramm, Mattador, and Grand! We will also be taking a trip back in time for a recent discovery (for me), Riverdogs featuring Vivian Campell. Plus, a new take on an old classic, from Ride The Rainbow, a tribute to Richie Blackmore's Rainb...

Welcome to another episode of 53:5 - The Official Stryper Podcast, for June of 2026! In this episode, I'm forced to record on the run again, but I think you'll agree... this show is better than average! The theme to this show is first 'singles', or songs released to get the hype and machine going. And, these songs are from Stryper's last six studio albums, putting a focus on the Stryper of now! En...

With Vincent Ferrante on vacation, I had to do a solo show, and that was rough... so I hope you enjoy it. In this episode i count down my 10 favorite comics of the past month and then discuss Terrificon and Monarch Comics. Enjoy!  

Welcome to another super terrific episode of 53:5 - The Official Stryper Podcast. In this show we dive into some music history with a focus on the carriers, sounds and memories of bands that opened for Stryper. Enjoy some stimulating conversation (don't laugh) and music of Stryper, Loudness, Trixter, White Lion, and Hurricane. School is almost over and life will get back to normal, or as close to...

Welcome to another low budget episode of The Monarch Comics Drive-In Theatre! In this episode, Vincent Ferrante (Monarch Comics) and I dive into two of our favorite cartoons of our youth, that are now amazing comics! Thundarr The Barbarian (Dynamite) and Gatchaman (Mad Cave) are two fantastic comics that Vin and I love to death because it captures the true spirit of these amazing shows. Plus, musi...

Welcome to the latest episode of The Radio Eclectic, the show that HAD to be released! In this episode, brand new music from Paul Gilbert (Mr. Big), Armored Saint, Francis Rossi (Status Quo), and Europe... plus an interview with my friend and brother, Ray West of Spread Eagle! And the latest from Spread Eagle! Sit back, relax, and enjoy some awesome music and great conversation.   

Welcome to the April episode of 53:5 - The Official Stryper Podcast! In this episode we look at your five favorite Stryper album covers! As iconic as the music may be, their album art is just as memorable! The episode is chock full of art history and fun, plus the music chosen is music I have never played on an episode. Enjoy and tell a friend. 

Welcome to the April episode of the Monarch Comics Drive-In Theatre! In New England, the sun was shining, the birds were singing, and the comic books were being fantastic! Join Matman and Vincent Ferrante of Monarch Comics as they talk in depth about the end of the most recent DC event, DC KO! There were a lot of teasers and some great books that have come out in the 'Next Level'. If you love to l...

Welcome to the March episode of The Radio Eclectic! More than any other show, this episode will be a serious focus on the 'eclectic' with new music from Tyketto, Spread Eagle, Metal Church, Scott Fish, Asia, and Michael Sweet. Plus, a requested review of the latest album by Harry Styles and a song by the young man himself. Plus, we get to spend a drive with drummer Roger Chouinard from All Sinners...

Welcome to the March episode of 53:5 - The Official Stryper Podcast, where we celebrate IN GOD WE TRUST! In this episode we count down your favorite songs from Stryper's 4th album, chosen by you! How cool is that? So cool! Speaking of cool, we will also feature another new song off of Michael Sweet's upcoming album, THE MASTER PLAN. Enjoy, and tell a friend.  www.originalmatman.weebly.com  www.str...

As the snow begins to melt, enjoy a half hour of talk, silliness, and a little bit of music, as Matman and Vincent Ferrante of Monarch Comics talk about DC/Marvel (or) Marvel/DC team-ups, past, present, and future! As we drive to get comics at Wonderland Comics, listen to us share our memories about the first Superman/Spider-man crossover from 1976, and be enthralled by the team-ups the boys would...

Welcome to another episode of 53:5 - The Official Stryper Podcast! Cold weather getting you down? Well, let this show help bring you back to life with some amazing music and conversation. This episode's theme is Covering Stryper... bands and artists that have taken Stryper songs and recorded them., adding their own style and flair WITHOUT losing the magic of the yellow and black! Featured in this...

Welcome to the latest episode of 53:5 - The Official Stryper Podcast, the first episode of 2026! This is an awesome and unique show, because we will be featuring song that feature Stryper... without it being Stryper! Live and unplugged! Pre Stryper and post Stryper! Boston, Cleanbreak, Firehouse, King James, and so much more! Plus, in this episode... find out how you can pick the music for an upco...

Thank you for making me a part of your 2025 and looking forward to spending time together in 2026! This episode is part two of my Five favorite Albums of 2025, featuring songs by those albums. I don't want to give anything away, but you will hear a ghost, some monsters, a wolf, spend time in Babylon and enjoy some pop rocks. Thank you for all the artists who helped color our 2025 when we needed it...

Welcome one and all to the 2025 Holiday Spectacular! Happy Hanukkah! Merry Christmas! Happy New Year! What better way to bring in Christmas that spending some time with Michael Sweet, Perry Richardson, Robert Sweet, and Oz Fox! And if that wasn't enough... we feature four songs from the new Stryper album, THE GREATEST GIFT OF ALL! WOW!!!! So, sit back, relax (unless you're driving), and enjoy the...

Welcome to the celebration of my favorite albums and songs of 2025! Yes, this show is a year in the making and so big, it is going to need two shows to contain it! 2025 has been an 'interesting' year to say the least, but at least we have incredible artists and bands to provide awesome music for our escape, and give us hope. In this episode, music from FM, Perfect Plan, Bumblefoot, Volbeat, and Go...

Welcome to the November episode of 53:5 - The official Stryper Podcast. It's getting colder outside (at least for me) and too much darkness, so let the sounds of Stryper warm you and bring you some light! This episodes theme is Favorite Underrated Stryper songs and with my picks and some of yours, we will fill the air with amazing music, plus two new ones from Stryper's soon to be released album,...

Welcome to another episode of the Monarch Comics Drive-In Theatre! In this episode, Monarch Comics 'big wig', Vincent Ferrante  discuss one our favorite characters of all time, Kamandi, The Last Boy On Earth. Listen as we' 'marvel' at the storytelling, the scope, and the pure inspired vision of Jack 'King' Kirby! Hear two grown men gush about a 50 year old comic series and really dive into what ma...

Welcome to the Halloween episode of the Radio Eclectic, so be ready for thrills and chills... and awesome music! Together, lets enjoy brand new music from Rob Moratti, Don't Believe In Ghosts, Alcatrazz, Stryper, and Livesay! Sadly we pay tribute to two legends who passed away while this episode was being recorded, John Lodge (Moody Blues) and Ace Frehley (KISS) and feature music and a special int...

Welcome one and all to another exciting episode of 53:5 - The Official Stryper Podcast! As the days and nights start to get a bit colder (at least in the Northeast), let this show warm your spirit and your heart with amazing Stryper music, all title tracks! A lot of history and a lot of stories, so pop the show on, and pretend you are listening to a Stryper Chanel on satellite radio, except this o...

Welcome to the day late (but not a dollar short) episode of the Monarch Comics Drive In Theatre! In this episode, Monarch Comics Publisher Vincent Ferrante and I discuss on our way (and coming back) to Wonderland Comics in Putnam, CT, our first Independent Comic, the magic of Chaos! Comics, and the vision of Brian Pulido. Take a ride with us, enjoy the conversation, and of course... support your l...

Welcome to the end of summer episode of The Radio Eclectic... and the countdown to Winter is on! Get ready for some amazing new music from Helloween, FM, Glenn Hughes, Gotthard, and Treat! Plus, a real classic from one of the best ever, Hanoi Rocks! But are we done there? No way! How about not one, not two, but three new songs from The Peppermint Kicks, and some quality time with 1/2 of the duo, m...

Welcome to the September episode of 53:5 - The Official Stryper Podcast! In this episode we will dive through Stryper's set list and show at the Wolf Den at Mohegan Sun, in Connecticut. What an amazing concert, and if you were not lucky enough to attend, let me bring some of the fun and music to you in this show! Stryper Music, Stryper News, all sandwiched between me just yackin' away! Get ready f...

Welcome to another fun, silly, and slightly entertaining episode of the Monarch Comics Drive In Theatre. In this episode, Matman and Vincent Ferrante (of Monarch Comics) discuss the Golden Age Mister Terrific (Terry Sloan) and the current Mister Terrific (Michael Holt). Plus, comics in convenience stores and Terrificon and Plastic City Comic Con.  Enjoy - Matt and Vin 

Welcome to the end of summer episode of The Radio Eclectic, and what a way to go out! Brand new music from Harem Scarem, The Rods, Ellefson/Soto, Michael Schenker Group, Emerald Sabbath, Heavy Pettin', and Cheap Trick. And, not only do you get a super cool interview with Babylon A.D. vocalist Derek Davis... but you get classic and brand new music to enjoy! Back to school kiddies, it's The Radio Ec...