Pantheon - Podcasts for Music Lovers

We are happy to welcome our fellow Pantheon Podcast brother Jon Verno, host of Metal Mayhem ROC, to share his first EVER concert at the age of 13 - Ted Nugent live in Rochester, 1980. Hear Jon share what it was like as a brand new teenager to witness the sights, sounds and smells of his first ever live show and how it made an impression that has lasted to this day. Verno has seen hundreds, if not...

We're back to bring you up to speed on all the latest and greatest in the hard rock world with Geekwire! Here's what we're yacking about this time! Bad Company, Soundgarden, and Outkast get the Hall of Fame treatment. We have thoughts. Sammy Hagar, despite zero acknowledgment in his book, wants Alex Van Halen to leave him alone. We have thoughts. Faster Pussycat has a full-length offering coming y...

By 1985, Motley Crue were in a tough place. Though they'd achieved success, wealth and worldwide fame thanks to their first 2 albums Too Fast For Love and Shout At The Devil, the band were suffering from some setbacks. Vince Neil had driven his Ferrari while drinking and caused a crash that ended up killing his friend Razzle Dingley of Hanoi Rocks. As he worked to stay sober and navigate his legal...

Join us as we dive deep into one of Queen's most iconic tracks, "Death on Two Legs," from their legendary album A Night at the Opera, celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. This episode features an in-depth analysis of the song's history, production, and the individual tracks that make up this classic, along with performance insights from Tyler Warren, who has played this music live with the...

This week Tom & Zeus discuss the former lead guitarist and songwriter for KISS, Vinnie Vincent. This is SIOL's 7th KISS member profile. The guys discuss Vinnie's KISS membership, from his early Happy Days, to his role in KISS and his controversial life and career post KISS. The guys also breakdown his impact on KISS and the always asked Vinnie question. Finally, the boys each rank their top ten Vi...

In this special double feature, we talk to Katon De Pena of Hirax, the thrash legends, are celebrating 40 years of hard-hitting music. Katon discusses their new album Faster Than Death, the band’s evolution, and what it’s like still rocking after all these years. Next, we dive into Misfire’s exciting journey as they gear up up to release their second album, Product of the Environment, dropping thi...

Singer/Songwriter Suzanne Vega has been recording her songs of personal reflection and social issues for more than 40 years. Her latest record, Flying With Angels, is her first full-length album of new music in over a decade. Suzanne joins the podcast to talk about the album, family life, and getting her start playing the New York folk scene in the early 80s. Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...

In this episode of Set Lusting Bruce, host Jesse Jackson welcomes new guest Kathy, a 61-year-old school teacher from Northeastern Nevada. Kathy shares her unique journey of discovering Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band relatively late in life, thanks to Stevie Van Zant's Teach Rock initiative. Raised in a military family and having moved multiple times during her childhood, Kathy opens up ab...

In this episode of the 'Perfectly Good Podcast,' hosts Jesse Jackson and Sylvan Groth, joined by guest Mike, dive into John Hiatt's song 'Lipstick Sunset.' The discussion covers the song's poetic lyrics, emotional impact, and personal connections. The hosts explore themes of love, loss, and reflection, and relate these to Hiatt's personal life and artistic journey. The episode also touches on vari...

Jude Warne is a rock biographer and music columnist. Jude joined the show a few years back to discuss her book America the Band - An Authorized Biography - an episode I highly recommend. Now she’s back with a new book, Lowdown: The Music of Boz Scaggs. ​If you're a Boz Scaggs fan—or just someone who appreciates a deep dive into music history—Jude Warne's book is a must-read. It's a comprehensive e...

EPYSODE 35: "Underground". Guest: Electric Prunes bandleader James Lowe. In this epysode we dive deep into the psychedelic/garage-rock masterpiece "Underground" by The Electric Prunes. Join us as we explore the innovative sounds that defined an era, with exclusive commentary from band leader James Lowe, who shares behind-the-scenes insights and stories from the making of the album. From its bold m...

In this episode of Songfacts Podcast, we interview Steve Bardwil, who’s releasing his debut album Nothing But Time—a soulful, genre-blending record produced by 11-time Grammy winner Joe Chiccarelli. With tracks like “Wonder of It All,” Bardwil brings a reflective, heartfelt sound that’s clearly rooted in real experience. What makes his journey even more compelling is the path he took to get here....

On the 97th Episode of Dorm Damage With Tom & Zeus, the guys welcome back David LaGreca from the Busted Open Podcast to preview Wrestlemania 41. Wrestlemania is the Super Bowl of professional wrestling and who better than the co-host and founder of the Busted Open Podcast, David LaGreca. The guys preview the wrestling card and make their predictions for Wrestlemania 41. Since its David LaGreca, th...

It’s ImmaLetYouFinish... #223! Court & Amy show the RRHOF class of inductees some love …and go Knicks!  ImmaLetYoufinish... Podcast is a proud member of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 2008, they came down with a case of Party Fever!!! In 2024, they contracted Afterparty Fever!!! Now, in 2025, they have O3L Fever...and the only cure is more garage rock party records! (Well, that and an over-the-counter ointment.) Guitarist Sammy and vocalist/organist Helene 33 from "San Francisco's Last and Only Rock n' Roll Band" The Okmoniks join us for a rip-roarin', hip-shakin', foot-stom...

This week LC & Bakko discuss racist weathermen. Juddas Priest, Alice Cooper, Badflower, Volbeat and Pauly Shore news. Coachella goes full on Fyre Fest. Simmons & Stanley update. Weezer tied to a murder charge. 10 years of the Cobra & more! ⁠Pantheon Podcasts⁠⁠ Reach out to us! Rate, review, and subscribe at Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠Cobras & Fire: Comedy / Rock Talk Show on Apple Podcasts⁠⁠ Join our fanpa...

In Episode 304 of History in Five Songs with Martin Popoff, Martin ponders the underrated power and artistry behind the opening track of side two on vinyl albums—“the best real estate” on a record—highlighting how bands like AC/DC, Golden Earring, and Rush use that spot to make bold, surprising, or rewarding musical statements for dedicated listeners. AC/DC – “Guns for Hire” Golden Earring – “D Li...

In Episode 303 of History in Five Songs with Martin Popoff, Martin explores the phenomenon of "stealth platinums" — albums from hard rock and metal bands that unexpectedly went platinum in the U.S. despite being critically dismissed, commercially forgotten, or largely unloved by fans. AC/DC – “Two’s Up” Blue Oyster Cult – “We Gotta Get Out of This Place” Kiss – “Let’s Put the X in Sex” Scorpions –...

This week we talk about a hidden gem, the 2005 album 'Deadwing' by the progressive band, Porcupine Tree. Do you really want to see what we look like while we record? Check out select episodes on our YouTube, you weirdo: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO8oo8oZkSLUqOuiiw8hD7Q⁠ If you like what you hear (and see) and want to support the podcast, you can become a Patreon supporter for as little as...

Markus and Ray have long espoused their love of the great Marvin Gaye on this podcast! This week, he's featured in an episode of Game Changers, all about his landmark 1971 album, What's Going On? The music takes us places, and to other times, like when 8-track players roamed the Earth! That's part of the story as the guys dig deep in an album by Marvin Gaye that absolutely chanted things in 1971!...

In this episode of Prisoners of Rock and Roll, we’re diving into the shadows of the stage—the bass players, the four-string rebels who hold down the low end.. These aren’t just rhythm keepers; they’re the heartbeat of rock, the growl in the groove. We’ve put together a list of some of the most iconic bass players in music history. James Jamerson, the legendary Motown musician who played the slinky...

It's not too often that a story will make a connection between Linda McCartney, The Beastie Boys and The Clash, but this month's film does just that. Welcome to episode 126 of See Hear Podcast. When the average person is asked to name a single important figure in reggae music, they'll most likely say Bob Marley. Without taking away from his importance, reggae's production giant, who helped Marley...

In this exciting episode of 'Set Lusting Bruce,' host Jesse Jackson dives deep into the world of Bruce Springsteen with guests Rhonda and Lucia. Lucia, currently a Ph. D. student at Indiana University, shares her fascinating journey of discovering Springsteen, her academic research on his connection with Spanish audiences, and her personal experiences of living in the United States. Rhonda, workin...

Inspired by the book 501 Essential Albums of the 90s, BJ made a list of 51 albums from the nineties which he considers essential, but are not listed in that book. This episode covers albums 1-10, plus an interview with Honeycrack frontman Willie Dowling about the album Prozaic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this poignant episode of the Perfectly Good Podcast, hosts Sylvan and Jesse Jackson delve into the powerful and emotional themes of John Hiatt's song 'Light of the Burning Sun.' With a sensitive trigger warning for topics including suicide and sexual abuse, the hosts discuss the profound impact that this song has had on them and Hiatt's family history that inspired it. They analyze the song's s...