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Introduction In this special episode of The BoatCast: The Podcast for Rock Boaters by Rock Boaters , the crew welcomes back Rock Boat fan faves Green Light Morning—Aaron Patrick, Aaron Bright, Ted Burger, and John “JB” Benham—along with special guest Ali Hammer. The band joins the show to celebrate and dive deep into their long-awaited first full-length album, Steady Your Feet . This episode is pa...

The Aaron’s of GLM Play New Music Live! Aaron Patrick (lead vox/guitar) and Aaron Bright (keyboards/backup vox) return to a revamped BoatCast Crew that includes special co-host, Beth Gosnell (of Rock By The Sea). They share a deep dive on their latest project, a full length studio album, partnering with producer/Rock Boat legend, Brian Fechino (of Brian Fechino and the Risky Beavers). But they can...

🚢 LIVE with Zac at Bar City (a.k.a. Magnums) aboard the Norwegian Gem during The Rock Boat XXIV! 🚢 The BoatCast Boys , bring back a man who is no stranger to the Podcast! Zac Barnett , frontman of American Authors , gives us an inside look at his Rock Boat experience, the band’s creative process, and the ever-changing music industry. From behind-the-scenes set planning to hilarious tour stories...

In this special edition, recorded live from Bar City on TRB XXIV, the BoatCast Boys are excited to welcome the incredibly talented Meaghan Farrell . Known for her vibrant energy and heartfelt music, Meaghan shares her journey of living life from one Rock Boat to the next. The episode delves into her creative process, her experiences with the Rock Boat community, and her recent album, “ Motherland”...

Don’t Panic ! This Boat is going to ROCK!!! Episode Summary: In this lively episode of The BoatCast , hosts Chris, Mark, and Eammon welcome AJ Larsen and Ted Panic from Don’t Panic , the 2024 Soundcheck winners. From their quirky campaign strategies to their heartfelt stories of how the Rock Boat community has already embraced them, AJ and Ted share a treasure trove of insights into the life of an...

The Search is Over - TRB XXIV Sound Check Winners Have Arrived! Introduction In this episode of The BoatCast: The Podcast for Rock Boaters by Rock Boaters , the BoatCast Boys proudly welcome the electrifying Bermuda Search Party. The discussion takes listeners through the band’s journey, their music, and the anticipation of their debut on the Rock Boat. Guest Introduction The episode begins with t...

Summary Episode Title: Rock Boat to Rock Boat: The Risky Beavers' Journey Introduction In this episode of The Boat Cast: The Podcast for Rock Boaters by Rock Boaters , the hosts had the pleasure of welcoming Brian Fechino and the Risky Beavers. This episode is a treat for all rock boat enthusiasts as it delves deep into the origins, music, and camaraderie of this unique band. Guest Introduction Th...

Summary In this engaging episode, the members of the Strumbellas, Jimmy and David chat with the BoatCast Boys to share insights into their upcoming Winter Chill Tour, their creative process, and their excitement about joining the Rockboat community. They discuss the importance of fan interaction, the dynamics of touring as a band, and the significance of collaboration in live performances. The con...

Join us for an exciting episode as we welcome Brian Dunn from the band Fantastic Cat! 🎶  In this conversation, Brian shares his journey as a solo artist and how he became part of this unique supergroup alongside talented musicians like Anthony D'Amato, Don DeLego, and Mike Montali. Discover the origins of the band's name, the creative process behind their music, and the fun dynamics of their...

Health, Hiccups, and Heartfelt Thanks After overcoming a health scare, Chris shares his journey with listeners, explaining how a misdiagnosis of pneumonia led him to discover he had heart failure. His message of perseverance and the importance of second opinions resonates deeply as he thanks the Rock Boat family for their support, from GoFundMe contributions to endless encouragement. Feeling healt...

Preventative Medical Screening: Music Saving Lives Rocking Out for a Cause with Tim Reed & Sam Getz Guest(s): Tim Reed : Founder, President, and Chairman of We Rock Cancer Sam Getz : Lead Singer of Welshly Arms Hosts: BoatCast Chris BoatCast Mark Episode Summary : In this powerful episode of the BoatCast Podcast, Chris and Mark are joined by two special guests: Tim Reed, the visionary behind W...

In this special episode of the Boat Cast, we are live from Rock by the Sea, and we have the immense pleasure of hosting the one and only Jan Allen, founder of Earth Angel. This long-awaited interview dives deep into Jan's incredible journey and her impactful work through Earth Angel Charities. Key Highlights: Introduction to Jan Allen: Jan Allen, dubbed the Earth Angel, joins us to share her inspi...

In this episode, The BoatCast dives head first into the vibrant world of Rock by the Sea with special guests and old friends, Mom Rock . This episode is a heartfelt and lively conversation that touches on music, community, and the personal stories that connect us all. BoatCast Mark kicks off the episode by admitting a small technical hiccup—he forgot to hit record at the start of the conversation....

The BoatCast Boys had the pleasure of welcoming back their dear friend, Scott Terry, frontman of Red Wanting Blue. Scott joined them to discuss their highly anticipated new album, "Light It Up," set to release on June 7th. They delved into the creative process behind the album, which Scott proudly considers their best work yet. He shared insights into the band's journey of capturing their essence...

Drumming Up Success with Carbon Leaf, After The Gig, and Beyond In the latest episode of The BoatCast, the BoatCast Boys—Chris, Mark, and Eammon—are thrilled to welcome Jesse Humphrey, the talented drummer from the renowned band Carbon Leaf. Known for their dynamic performances on the World's Greatest Floating Music Festival, the Rock Boat Cruise, Jesse joins the BoatCast to share his musical jour...

In this episode, the hosts had the pleasure of welcoming the incredibly talented Jon Tyler Wiley from Jon Tyler Wiley and his Virginia Choir . The conversation kicked off with a light-hearted and humorous tone as they navigated through a minor mix-up about Wiley's participation in the Rock by the Sea event, which led to some playful banter about unexpected gig announcements. Wiley shared insights...

In this episode of The BoatCast, the Boys had the pleasure of hosting the incredibly talented musician Caleb Hawley. As a podcast dedicated to the Rock by the Sea community, they aimed to bring our listeners closer to the artists who make this festival so special, and Caleb's story is one not to be missed. Introduction to Caleb Hawley Caleb started the episode by sharing his excitement about retur...

Welcome back to another episode of the Boat Cast, the podcast for rock boaters by rock boaters. In this episode, the BoatCast Boys are thrilled to have Tony Luca back on the show, a familiar voice and a cherished member of the Rock Boat and Rock by the Sea communities. Catching Up with Tony Tony starts off by sharing his excitement about joining forces with Rock by the Sea, highlighting the joy of...

In the latest episode, The BoatCast Boys had the delight of interviewing Galen Curry from The Currys , a band synonymous with the Rock Boat community. The episode dives into Galen’s vivid memories of past Rock Boat cruises, a tense yet unifying tornado scare at Texafied, and the evolution of the Rock by the Sea festival, a significant event for the band since 2015. Galen discusses RBTS's dual gift...

Summary In full transparency, The BoatCast thought it would be great for fellow Philly natives, Floorbird, to jump in at the end of their Cincy-based brothers Green Light Morning's podcast, since the two Sixthman Soundcheck winning bands had podcasts scheduled back to back and had become fast friends aboard TRB XXIII. The result was something out of a music lover's dream - an extraordinary collabo...

Summary In full transparency, The BoatCast thought it would be great for fellow Philly natives, Floorbird, to jump in at the end of their Cincy-based brothers Green Light Morning's podcast, since the two Sixthman Soundcheck winning bands had podcasts scheduled back to back and had become fast friends aboard TRB XXIII. The result was something out of a music lover's dream - an extraordinary collabo...

Summary In the next episode of The BoatCast, join hosts BoatCast Chris, BoatCast Mark, and BoatCast Eammon as they dive into an engaging conversation with the exceptionally talented Will Hoge. This episode offers fans an intimate look into Will's musical journey, focusing on his latest masterpiece, "Tenderhearted Boys," his 14th studio album. Will opens up about the creative shift that led him to...

Summary In this episode of The BoatCast, we had the pleasure of welcoming back the talented Jack Wepler of Paris Mitchell. Jack shared insights into his latest album, "Mixed Emotions Arcade," which marks his first full album release. He discussed his approach to creating the album, emphasizing the importance of having fun and exploring new directions in his music. Jack also delved into his creativ...

Summary The BoatCast Boys welcome Zac Taylor to the pod. Zac is a talented musician known for his work with American Authors and his solo project, Van Bellman. Entertaining and insightful stories from his experiences on the Rock Boat, a music festival at sea, and his journey in the music industry were shared. The conversation started with Zac recounting a humorous incident with a fan on her cell p...

Me Like … the Rock Boat Summary The BoatCast is excited to welcome TRB XXIII artist, Me Like Bees discusses their experience on their first Boat. Relive all of their favorite moments as they recap, performances, fan interactions, and cabin shows. They open up about their unique practice of sending medals to their top Spotify streamers. The band shares their recent visit to Sixthman in Atlanta and...