State of Amorica: A Black Crowes Podcast

Welcome all again...this week, for our silver episode, David & Ian are pleased to welcome a very special guest that they've been planning since day one. The man needs little introduction to the Black Crowes community other than his name...so without a ton of pomp and circumstance, ladies and gentlemen...all the way from the darkest depths of Fairbanks, AK...Mr. Steve Hagar.

It's time for another all-new episode of State of Amorica! This week, David & Ian are joined by fellow Amorican Jason Johantges to discuss what is arguably the most divisive release in the Black Crowes catalog: By Your Side. We go very deep into the history of this album and discuss each track as well as the many b-sides. You won't want to miss this one!

Happy New Year! David & Ian are back from a short break for the holidays to give their individual rankings of all ten Black Crowes studio releases! Will you agree with their choices? Tune in to find out! Don't like the guys' lists? Be sure to post your own on the show's Twitter or Facebook page!

Welcome once again for a tremendous episode of State of Amorica! This week, David & Ian are extremely pleased to welcome author/journalist/podcaster Steven Hyden to the program for a great discussion about his involvement as co-writer for Steve Gorman's memoir "Hard To Handle," his past works including the Celebration Rock podcast and his upcoming endeavors. It was a great conversation that you wo...

Welcome back for another edition of State of Amorica! After an extended holiday break, we're back in full force with our Shake Your Moneymaker Special, in which we discuss the current happenings with the reunion, check in with our Bowery and Troubadour correspondents and do our in-depth review of the band's 1990 debut record. You won't want to miss this one!

This week, David & Ian sit down for a lengthy chat with Seth and Steve of Black Crowes tribute band The Amoricans! The guys discuss the band and then formulate their own custom greatest hits album, justifying their picks along the way. It's a die-hard fan's delight you won't want to miss!

Well, the day is finally here. This week, David & Ian welcome none other than Steve Gorman to the show! The guys spend just shy of an hour discussing all things Black Crowes, Trigger Hippy and much more! You definitely won't want to miss this one... David & Ian would like to issue a special thanks to all the fans that helped make this very special event become a reality. You're the best!

Welcome back for another episode! This week, David & Ian dig into the latest release from The Magpie Salute, High Water II! The guys go track-by-track though the album as well as discuss the current state of the band. You won't want to miss this one! Details on how to win a High Water II LP/CD bundle included in the episode audio!

Let's play two! This week is the second installment in State of Amorica's in-depth discussion of Steve Gorman's recently-released book, "Hard To Handle!" David and Ian briefly discuss the current state of The Black Crowes and new releases from Trigger Hippy and North Mississippi Allstars before diving back in to the second half of Mr. Gorman's fantastic book. You won't want to miss this one!

The time has finally come...this week is the first installment in State of Amorica's in-depth discussion of Steve Gorman's recently-released book, "Hard To Handle!" David and Ian discuss a bit about the current state of The Black Crowes and its related rumor mill before diving in to the many facets of Mr. Gorman's fantastic book. You won't want to miss this one!

We're back with Episode 15! This week, David & Ian turn in the first installment in the b-sides series, B-Side Ourselves, in which the guys discuss some of their favorite Black Crowes tracks that didn't make the full-length albums over the years. Their picks might surprise you!

Welcome back for another edition of State of Amorica! This week, David and Ian discuss a few things Magpie and Gorman related before getting to the first installment of the Q&A Session! The guys answer questions submitted by fans on a whole array of topics, often with some surprising results. Thanks for listening and stay tall!

This week David & Ian pay tribute to Neal Casal, founding member of The Chris Robinson Brotherhood, who passed away unexpectedly on August 26, 2019. By all accounts Neal was a tremendous musician and a truly kind soul and State of Amorica pays tribute to his life and career in their own small way. Rest in peace, Neal.

Welcome back for Episode 12! This week is a very exciting week for State of Amorica as we welcome keyboardist Matt Slocum for our first interview segment! Matt is well known in the Black Crowes universe as the man behind the keys for Rich's solo band and The Magpie Salute, but his resume includes a host of other artists as well. We chatted with him about the many aspects of his career and got a li...

Welcome back for Episode 11! This week, David and Ian continue their "Under Review" series with an in-depth discussion on Rich Robinson's 2014 album, "The Ceaseless Sight." The guys go track-by-track through this one and we also find out who considers this his favorite album of all-time!

Welcome Back for Episode 10! This week, David and Ian welcome guest Joe Boylan for a healthy discussion about one of the most important parts of the band, the bass player! The guys discuss the difference in style of the band's two key players, Sven Pipien and Johnny Colt, as well as give an overview of all that have held The Black Crowes' bottom end. Joe was a fantastic guest that you won't want t...

After a short hiatus, State of Amorica is back with an all-new, very special episode! This week, we talk all about The Black Crowes' affinity for covering Rolling Stones songs over the years and we're joined by special guest Bill Whelan! David, Ian and Bill discuss their personal favorite Stones covers from the setlists as well as chat about other aspects of the band. You won't want to miss it! Ia...

Welcome back for Episode 08! This week, David & Ian discuss Chris Robinson's first solo project, the 2002 release "New Earth Mud." As is the style with the Under Review series, the guys go track by track and really get into the embryonic era of CR's career outside of The Black Crowes. They've got a great giveaway this week too, so check it out!

Welcome back for Episode 07! This week's episode finds David and Ian partaking in a pastime all Amoricans have enjoyed over the years: crafting their ultimate setlist! The guys compare notes and justify their picks to answer the age-old question: what would the setlist be for the best Black Crowes show?

This week, David & Ian are joined by the show's first official guest, Mr. Dave Chamberlain, for the first installment of Tall Tales, in which fans, friends and members discuss their personal TBC related experiences! Dave dedicates his time to Nuci's Space (www.nuci.org), a non-profit organization that maintains a health and resource center for musicians affected by mental and other brain-based ill...

Welcome back for Episode 05! This week, David & Ian start the "Cover Me With a Good Dream" series, in which the band's vast canon of cover song selections is discussed and some of their favorites are chosen! Think we left something out? E-mail your picks to: stateofamorica@gmail.com

Welcome back for Episode 4! This week, David and Ian discuss the relatively quiet state of affairs in the Black Crowes universe, then dive into the first in a series of in-depth album discussions. The first album up is perhaps the most divisive release in the Black Crowes catalog, 2001's Lions. It's a risky start to the series, but will hopefully bring light to an album that stands above its reput...

Welcome back for Episode 3! Rich Robinson and Marc Ford are one of the most underrated guitar duos of our generation. Rich's riffs and Marc's solos played a huge role in the success of The Black Crowes. David and Ian discuss some of their favorite contributions from these guys. Also discussed is a recent Steve Gorman interview that is circulating. It doesn't sound like Steve would be up for a reun...

Things are going full steam ahead as David and Ian address the current rumor mill surrounding the band before venturing into the topic at hand: the best in-concert intro songs from TBC and its surrounding family! Email us at: stateofamorica@gmail.com For show-related playlists, check us out on Spotify! Twitter: @stateofamorica Facebook: State of Amorica Podcast Instagram: stateofamorica

Welcome to the debut episode of State of Amorica! Your hosts David Hudson and Ian Rice introduce themselves to you this week and tell you what to expect from them in the future. We hope you will come along the ride. Twitter @stateofamorica Instagram State of Amorica Podcast Facebook The State of Amorica Podcast