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The scene was legendary and had a huge impact on the music of the '80s and early 90's. Bands earned their chops from playing club to club. It all began with Van Halen and carried on with Motley Crue, Ratt, Quiet Riot, and many more. Returning guest Gerald Guzman talks about his experiences and how he ended up at Vince Neil's house one night. Enjoy the episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...

Both are considered monster live albums and many consider Alive l as the quintessential Kiss album. Both are filled with incredible moments which gives the listener the feel of what it was like to see Kiss live. They are a guide to the classic hits of a band in their prime. Dean Clark & I select the songs from each album to make the ultimate Kiss show...plus two! Enjoy the episode! Learn more abou...

Holiday Series Episode lV: The Y & T Legacy by The Hook Rocks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I welcome back the boys from SIO Loudcast to discuss the deep cuts of the greatest rock 'n' roll band of all time, Led Zeppelin. We each take a turn with our top ten with a few of the same songs appearing on our lists. It's always a lively discussion when Tom & Zeus appear on the podcast and this episode does not disappoint. Please enjoy the show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone....

Happy Holidays Everyone! Our first episode in our holiday series features Crash Crafton and I discussing the new live album from Blackberry Smoke "Homecoming: Live In Atlanta". Our favorite moments, our personal connection with their music, and much more on Blackberry Smoke. Please enjoy the episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The future is bright for Ryders Creed as they adapt to a recent lineup change and prepare for their upcoming release "Lost Souls" in 2020. I sit down with lead singer Ryan Antony to discuss his personal music evolution and influences as well as the creative process within Ryders Creed. He shares his thoughts on how the band has adapted to becoming a four-piece and why bigger and better things are...

Matt Wake has been one of my resources for new music over the past couple of years. Consistently having his ear on what bands are worth checking out, you can do no wrong by following him and listening to his recommendations. Matt and I discuss new bands and how we both believe rock is about to explode again. Please enjoy this episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Raw and authentic is how I would describe the band Lullwater. From Athens, Georgia the band combines the influences of grunge, southern rock, and metal to create a uniquely modern sound. Vocalist/Rhythm Guitar player John Strickland and I discuss these influences, songwriting, and the future of Lullwater. This is another band at the forefront of the new rock movement. A band you should be listenin...

Technology allows us access to thousands of songs at the click of a button. The physical connection is non-existent and the consumption of music is more different the ever. What is liked today will change by the end of the week. I sit down with SiriusXM radio host Eric Alper to discuss how the landscape of music is constantly evolving and why the relevancy of the rock stars from yesterday fade wit...

Joining on the New Music Spotlight is Neil Hunter from Takeaway Thieves. Our first guest from the U.K., Takeaway Thieves, filled with veterans of the English rock scene offer high energy rock 'n' roll. Influenced by AC/DC, Kiss, and Prince. Neil and Jay engage in a lengthy discussion about rock 'n' roll, the history of Takeaway Thieves, and what the plans are for its future. Enjoy the episode! Lea...

Over the past few months, we've had ongoing discussions related to the lack of support for new rock music. There is not just one problem nor is there one solution. Before our eyes, rock music has become irrelevant. I break down each issue and what is the core of some of the problems. Please enjoy the episode and let me know what you think on Twitter and Facebook. Learn more about your ad choices....

With his new album coming out in 2020 singer/songwriter Christian Shields talks with The Hook Rocks in a wide-ranging discussion about his influences, personal music history, and the recording process for his debut record. I enjoyed his honesty and candor about the current state of rock n roll and what it takes to get noticed. I cannot wait for all of you to hear his music....January can't get her...

The Annual Grammy Award Slap In The Face To Rock Music by The Hook Rocks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2019 has been good to Dirty Honey. Formed in Los Angeles in 2017 their star continues to rise as they were the first unsigned rock band to top Billboards Mainstream Rock Songs Chart. Marc Labelle and I chat about the history and future of Dirty Honey along with his influences that helped formulate his style. Hope you enjoy this episode and also our hockey conversation at the end of the interview....

How & Why Cover Bands Effect A Local Original Rock Scene by The Hook Rocks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On our latest episode of The Hook Rocks guitar player Chris Lane from the band Station joins us to discuss their new album, the creative process, and what the future looks like for this great new act from New York. Chris is candid on his assessment of the current state of rock 'n' roll and what new bands have to overcome to be successful. The new music scene is planet Earth and Station is ready to...

What connects young people to the greatest genre of music? How does a social media presence benefit musicians and their young fans? How important are Spotify and other streaming services in exposing new bands and artists? I sit down with my son Chris and discuss all of the above plus his connection to music and how it became one of his passions. I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did makin...

We welcome Pete Biggiani from the New Jersey band Kodiak on our latest edition of The New Music Spotlight. Their big hooks and melodies bring us back to the days of fun rock music, but with their own fresh sound. With the new wave of rock music coming to shore this is a band you need to be listening to. @CCRiccardo and I discuss our excitement during the introduction. If you are a music fan like w...

From the stages of the unknown, a band that merges guitar-based blues-rock with the influences of punk The Brought Low brings it all together. From NYC they've cut their teeth in clubs up and down the east coast and parts of the midwest with a familiar but fresh sound. Ben Smith and I discuss their career, his influences, the current state of rock, and what lies ahead. Enjoy the show! Learn more a...

Faced with the ultimate uncertainty of his own life, Chris Tapp of The Cold Stares never gave up. A rock 'n' roll journey that is like no other, filled with enough countless challenges and setbacks for several lifetimes, their story of perseverance is absolutely inspiring. With songs powered by honesty and endless depth I'm certain their music and story will resonate with you. Enjoy the show! Lear...

What is happening to the greatest music genre of all time? Unfortunately, there isn't one right answer nor is there only one problem. We've entered a perfect storm but brighter days may be ahead...if we the fans start listening. The conversation about the state of rock music continues as we welcome Tom & Zeus from @SIOLoudcast. Enjoy the show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a...

The new wave of rock music is here and Joyous Wolf is one of the bands leading the charge. Able to combine the styles of blues & soul with 60's,70's, 80's, & 90's rock Joyous Wolf does it masterly, adding their own fresh style. Ari Karnezis and I discuss what separates them from other new bands in our introduction, before lead singer Nick Reese and I discuss the past, the present, and future of th...

We continue our series of discussions about the relevancy of Rock n Roll with Kristi Enigl, former radio personality and current talent and music manager. We discuss how the influence of rock radio is no longer viable and how it's impacted the current state of rock music. No longer an outlet for new rock music, where does the rock fan need to go to find it! We also address the latest news about Ed...

Hard & in your face metal is how I would describe the Chicago band Aeraco. The band has the goods with influences ranging from Armored Saint to Dokken....from Helloween to Judas Priest. The lead vocalist/ co-lead guitar player Ace stops by and speaks candidly about his personal influences, the history of the band, and what's going on in the future. Aeraco is band you must listen to. Enjoy the epis...

On our latest New Music Spotlight 17 year old singer/songwriter Griffin Tucker joins me to talk music influences and his upcoming music. We dive into his appreciation and knowledge of rock legends like The Beatles and Led Zeppelin, and how they continue to inspire his evolution throughout his rock n roll journey. The future of rock is bright with Griffin Tucker! Enjoy the episode. Learn more about...