Shout It Out Loudcast

On the 36th Episode of the Album Review Crew of Shout It Out Loudcast, Tom, Zeus & Sonny review one the most influential album of the 1990's, the self-titled debut album by Rage Against The Machine.  Led by frontman Zack de la Rocha, guitar legend Tom Morello, bassist extraordinaire, Tim Commerford and hard hitting drummer, Brad Wilk, Rage Against The Machine, combined Metal, Rap, funk and punk wi...

This week Tom & Zeus interview four of the best bands that were on KISS Kruise XI. Black Sabbitch, Plush, Sisters Doll & L.A. Maybe each make an appearance on this super deluxe edition of Shout It Out Loudcast. While on KISS Kruise XI, Tom & Zeus saw Black Sabbitch, Plush, Sisters Doll & L.A. Maybe each perform. The guys were blown away by all four bands and invited them to come onto SIOL to talk...

On the 8th Episode of Dorm Damage with Tom & Zeus the guys discuss the state of music and streaming services. Even though vinyl and even the CD have made comebacks, streaming services like Spotify, Pandora and Apple still dominate the music scene.  Tom & Zeus have a conversation about the pros and cons of the streaming dynamic. What benefits the music fan and the artists. Who does it benefit? Is t...

This week Tom & Zeus breakdown their remaining trip on KISS Kruise XI. The Kruise had one more stop in Ensenada, Mexico and many more shows, including the KISS indoor show.  Part two of the trip focuses on the KISS indoor show, Bruce Kulick's band, Black Label Society, Buckcherry, Stryper, Vixen, Sisters Doll, Plush, L.A. Maybe, Black Sabbitch, Richie Kotzen and more. The guys continued to see and...

On the 7th Episode of Dorm Damage with Tom & Zeus, the guys breakdown an article by "The Ringer" listing the "50 Greatest Movie Soundtracks Of The Past 50 Years." The guys have always been fans of writer Bill Simmons and his company, The Ringer. The Ringer staff posted an article of what they believe are the greatest 50 movie soundtracks of the past 50 years. The guys go through the list and discu...

This week Tom & Zeus breakdown KISS Kruise XI, which they attended with many of their KISS friends and Loudcasters. KISS Kruise XI left Los Angeles and made stops in Cabo San Lucas & Ensenada, Mexico. The KISS Kruises have become annual events filled with all sorts of KISS excitement and music. Part one of KISS Kruise XI recap focuses on the trip to LA through first couple of the days of the KISS...

On the 6th Episode of Dorm Damage with Tom & Zeus, the guys share stories about "The Keg Races."  While at Stonehill College Tom & Zeus got to experience first hand a long held tradition.  What's the Keg Races?  Tune in and find out oh and don't forget to return the tap and keg for the deposit!   To Purchase Shout It Out Loudcast’s KISS Book “Raise Your Glasses: A Celebration Of 50 Years of KISS S...

This week Tom & Zeus finally meet the Phantom, the Phantom of the Park that is. Yes, Tom & Zeus do a live commentary of the cult KISS classic, "KISS Meets The Phantom Of The Park!"  The 1978 television movie, KISS Meets The Phantom Of The Park was produced by Hanna-Barbera Productions and starred KISS at the height of their popularity. The movie didn't turn out to be quite the movie the band had h...

On the 35th Episode of the Album Review Crew of Shout It Out Loudcast, Tom, Zeus & Sonny review the eighth album by the legendary band, Rush, "Moving Pictures." This is the biggest selling album from Rush and has sold over 5 million copies in the United States alone.  Rush is known for its incredible musicianship with Geddy Lee on vocals and bass, Alex Lifeson on guitar and perhaps the greatest ro...

This week Tom & Zeus break down the KISS Destroyer 45th Anniversary Super Deluxe Box Set, Disc 2, "Destroyer-Era Demos." The KISS album Destroyer was released in 1976 and is considered to be one of KISS' most legendary albums. For it's 45th anniversary, Destroyer became the first KISS album to be given the Super Deluxe Box Set treatment.  Disc 2 of the Destroyer Box set is filled with 15 demos, mo...

On the 5th Episode of Dorm Damage with Tom & Zeus, the guys discuss the classic tv programs they grew up with in the 1970's and early 1980's.  The guys have a fun conversation about the tv shows they watched as kids.  They each had their own favorite programs and many of the same shows as well. As Generation X members TV was limited compared to today, but somehow the shows discussed seem to be hea...

This week Tom & Zeus break down Paul Stanley & Gene Simmons appearances' on the Howie Mandel Does Stuff Podcast.  Recently both Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons each appeared on Howie Mandel's podcast that he hosts with his talented daughter, Jackelyn Shultz. They both sat down for over an hour interview with the comedian. The topics were wide ranging and often hilarious.  The guys breakdown each app...

On the 4th Episode of Dorm Damage with Tom & Zeus, the guys breakdown the "30 Best MTV Unplugged Performances" as compiled by SPIN Magazine.  MTV Unplugged was the go to place for artists to showcase their creativity and their songs, in a stripped down setting with acoustic instruments. The 1990's featured many MTV Unplugged albums that sold millions and became legendary.  The guys go through the...

This week Tom & Zeus review the 1989 debut album album by the band, Badlands, which featured current KISS drummer, Eric Singer. Badlands was a bluesy hard rock band created by former Ozzy Osbourne guitarist Jake E. Lee, along with short term frontman for Black Sabbath, Ray Gillen, bass player Greg Chaisson and a pre-KISS, Eric Singer on drums. This is the 4th album by KISS members outside of KISS...

On the 3rd episode of Dorm Damage with Tom & Zeus, the guys each give their movie picks for this Halloween. All Loudcasters know that when it comes to horror films, SIOL's very own, Tom, is an expert. So Tom, along with Zeus each gave ten recommendations for Halloween.  The lists include classics, deep cuts and Tom's insight and opinion of why the movies will make an excellent Halloween movie mara...

This week Tom & Zeus breakdown and discuss KISS' legendary performance at Winterland Ballroom in San Francisco, California on January 31, 1975.  KISS was touring on their Hotter Than Hell tour when they stopped by Winterland to perform. This legendary concert was actually filmed and the concert music and video has become legendary. The promoter Billy Graham Presents filmed the concert in black and...

On the 34 Episode of the Album Review Crew of Shout It Out Loudcast, Tom, Zeus & Sonny review the highly acclaimed eighth studio album by R.E.M., "Automatic For The People." The album went to Number 2 on the Billboard charts, went 4 X platinum and sold over 18 Million copies worldwide.  R.E.M. known for college music had just exploded with their last album "Out Of Time" with the help of the single...

This week Tom & Zeus continue their discussion from SIOL sidecast Dorm Damage, and talk about the 5 disc CD player and which 5 KISS albums they played in the dorms in the 1990's.  The 5 disc CD player was a must in the 1990's. While at Stonehill College, Tom & Zeus would each put a lineup of 5 various KISS albums in the respective rooms. The KISS albums available to choose from were the KISS debut...

On the 2nd episode of Dorm Damage with Tom & Zeus, the guys talk about the 1990's must have item for music lovers, the 5 disc CD player! The guys each had their 5 disc CD player at college and they discuss the significance and the novelty of it.  They then give the 5 CDs of Alternative/Grunge music that they would have in their respective 5 disc CD player and a couple of honorable mentions while i...

This week Tom & Zeus review the latest Off The Soundboard KISS release, KISS Off The Soundboard Des Moines 1977. This live album features KISS at arguably its highest popularity. The band was still with its original KISS members, Ace Frehley, Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley & Peter Criss and the album was in support of KISS Alive II. This tour would see KISS sell out Madison Square Garden 3 nights in a...

Shout It Out Loudcast proudly premieres its newest sidecast, Dorm Damage with Tom & Zeus, the show where anything and everything is on the table and the table gets smashed! DD opens with perhaps the most infamous Tom & Zeus story from Stonehill College.  The legendary tale of "Mr Feces" You won't want to miss this insane story!   For all things Shout It Out Loudcast check out our amazing website b...

This week Tom & Zeus welcome the KISS inspired band Klassik '78. Klassik '78 is made up of Boston's own Tom Higgins (Gene & Ace) along with returning guest, Kuarantine's Joe McGinness (Paul) & legendary Anthrax drummer and returning guest, Charlie Benante.  Klassik '78 plays all original material in the spirit of KISS from its beginning to the 1978 solo albums. The band's sound and spirit channels...

This week Tom & Zeus answer SIOL listener questions in their 4th KISS Mailbag episode. This perennial favorite is a way for Loudcasters to get even more involved with the show.  The guys go through listener submitted KISS questions and answer them with their unique KISS taste, knowledge and of course, humor.  A fun and interesting discussion about the Hottest Band In The Land!   For all things Sho...

This week Tom & Zeus discuss former KISS member and guitarist, Bruce Kulick. Bruce Kulick, the brother of KISS contributor, Bob Kulick, replaced former guitarist, Mark St. John and was the 4th guitarist of KISS.  This is SIOL's 4th KISS member profile. The guys discuss Bruce's KISS membership, from playing on the Animalize tour through Carnival of Souls. The guys analyze Bruce's contributions, sty...

On the 33rd Episode of the Album Review Crew of Shout It Out Loudcast, Tom, Zeus & Sonny review "Black Tiger" from “One of the hardest working blue-collar touring bands in hard rock history," Y&T.  Formed in the early 1970's in California, Y&T is a melodic rock band that is always considered one of the most underrated bands in rock. Led by charismatic singer and lead guitarist, Dave Meniketti, Y&T...