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Host of Metal From The Inside Sydney Taylor returns to The Hook Rocks to talk the undeniable legacy of the band RATT. From the streets of San Diego to the clubs in Hollywood to arena stages across the globe the band was a massive force in the '80s rock movement. They helped catapult the genre into another level with a recognizable sound and songs that sound just as good today as they did back then...

The Hook Rocks celebrates 3 years with legendary Ratt vocalist Stephen Pearcy. We discuss  his current solo tour, music coming out later this year with a few surprises, and what Van Halen meant to him early in his career . Stephen also shares his thoughts on The Stadium Tour as well as the constant state of dysfunction within the band Ratt, plus much more. Please enjoy the episode. Part of The Pan...

Having just finished touring with Dorothy & Joyous Wolf the band Classless Act is ready to take the world by storm with their debut album 'Welcome To The Show" out on June 24th and the opening slot on the Stadium Tour featuring Motley Crue & Def Leppard. Lead guitarist Griffin Tucker returns to The Hook Rock to talk about joining the band, the album, the tour, and more. Please enjoy the episode!  ...

Co-host Marc Canter of The 50 First Gigs: Guns N' Roses & The Making of Appetite For Destruction joins The Hooks Rocks for a deep dive into the origins of one of the biggest bands in rock history. Marc walks us through the rise of Guns N' Roses on the streets of Hollywood through his experiences and documentation over decades. Please enjoy the episode!   Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network   http...

Todd Dammit Kerns returns to The Hook Rocks to share his perspective on Creatures Fest and performing Kiss songs from the Non Make Up era with Bruce Kulick. We discuss the appetite fans have for the music from this period in the bands history...er Kisstory. The conversation moves to the quality of music being made today, where the future of live rock music will be in the next decade, and the diffe...

The Hook Rocks welcomes Tim & Terry from the band Deepfall on the latest New Music Spotlight. In a get to know you conversation we learn about their musical journey and early influences. The conversation moves to the bands origin and how things changed with Tim joining the band. We discuss their new song "Revolution" and more music coming this year. Please enjoy the episode!   Part of The Pantheon...

Professor Rob from @SkylabTapes on Twitter returns to The Hook Rocks to discuss improving your in home stereo systems with subwoofers & loud speakers for an overall better acoustic experience. Rob also dives into what you can do at a live concert if you feel the sound is not as clear you had hoped. Please enjoy the episodes! Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network   http://pantheonpodcasts.com   http...

Guitarist and singer Martin Reed of MTR Project returns to The Hook Rocks New Music Spotlight to discuss his new album "Always A Way Out" released earlier this year. Martin talks his evolution as a songwriter as well as the bands growth from the debut EP. He also talks his forever connection to the Seattle music scene and how his experiences have made him a better musician. Please enjoy the episod...

With a new beer for fans to drink and a new a Rolling Stones covers album for fans to enjoy Blackberry Smoke continues to be one of the hardest working rock bands around. Guitarist Paul Jackson stops bye The Hook Rocks to talk all of that and his musical journey, from Chuck Berry to Motley Crue! Please enjoy the episode! Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network http://pantheonpodcasts.com https://twit...

The Hook Rocks talks Creatures Fest 2022 in Nashville! Check out Jay's review of the shows and performances! Part of the Pantheon Podcast Network http://pantheonpodcasts.com https://www.facebook.com/PantheonPodcasts https://twitter.com/pantheonpods The Hook Rocks https://twitter.com/TheHookRocks https://www.facebook.com/TheHookRocks https://www.instagram.com/thehookrocks/ Learn more about your ad...

The Black Moods preview the long waited follow up to "Sunshine" on the latest Hook Rocks Podcast. In an exclusive discussion, the band talks in depth about the songs from their upcoming album "Into The Night". The album offers a fun vibe with tales of characters and experiences throughout their rock 'n' roll journey . Please enjoy the episode! Part of the Pantheon Podcast Network http://pantheonpo...

Lead singer of the Colorado band Fast Eddy, Micah Morris's rock'n' roll journey began with Jethro Tull but his path to the rock stage started with The Dead Kennedy's. Through the years his evolution as an artist has landed him as the frontman of one of the most unique emerging bands around. Micah talks the music, the songs, and their new album "Take A Look" on the latest Hook Rocks New Music Spotl...

On the fourth installment of The Hook Rocks Conversations & Collaborations we get another peek behind the curtain with Guernica Mancini from Thundermother & Nick Reese from Joyous Wolf. We discuss Thundermother's first North American tour, The success Joyous Wolf had on their recent run with Dorothy, how their approach to singing has evolved, and much more. Please enjoy the conversation. Part of T...

With years of knowledge and observing the constant changes in rock music, the current host SiriusXM's Trunk Nation Eddie Trunk joins The Hook Rocks to discuss the current challenges facing new rock artists. Fewer mainstream outlets, pay to play, the need to be heard, and more are all part of this engaging conversation. Please enjoy the episode! Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network http://pantheonp...

From Boston, Massachusetts Giuliana Amaral began her rock 'n' roll journey while in Catholic School. As other kids were listening to the latest flavor of the day pop music sensation she was educating herself on rock music with the likes of Led Zeppelin & Queen. Now her own music is emerging and she visits The Hook Rocks to talk her debut single "Midnight Rider" and more. Please enjoy the episode!...

Guitarist Pete Dankelson returns to The Hook Rocks to talk his bands debut EP "All Screwed Up" out on Friday May 20th. Pete chats about the journey from a social media phenom to forming a band and recording original music. We discuss the process and being in a studio for the first time and how each song was created. Please enjoy the episode! Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network! http://pantheonpod...

Born out of the pandemic and chaos surrounding society over the past two years the album Hypoxia is the third album from the group Projected. The band unites members from Sevendust, Alter Bridge, & Tremonti to formulate music with a perspective on societal issues that are becoming more and more prevalent. John Connolly discusses the album, the music, and more on the latest Hook Rocks Podcast. Plea...

The Louisville based rock band Native Sons is the latest guest on The Hook Rocks New Music Spotlight. Lead singer Ashton Blake & lead guitarist JT Shea stop by to talk their new single "Drama" and how they've moved forward after a few line up changes to prepare for more new music this year. Please enjoy the conversation! Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network http://pantheonpodcasts.com https://twit...

KISS "Alive" set the standard for live albums not just in the '70s but for generations to come as it captured the energy of the band and a live rock concert. It is their legacy. Rob from @TheRecidivists returns to The Hook Rocks to discuss it's importance and how the band rose from turmoil to save themselves but also Casablanca Records. Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network http://pantheonpodcasts....

The creative process for a band can be a tidal wave of emotions filled with excitement, frustration, confidence, and doubt. Lead Singer Rich Moss & Drummer Robyn Haycock talk with The Hook Rocks on the latest New Music Spotlight about Stone Broken's emotional journey, while recording their incredible new album "Revelation". Please enjoy the episode! Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network http://pant...

Mark Tremonti embarks on a journey with his most personal album he's ever recorded "Tremonti Sings Frank Sinatra". He chats with The Hook Rocks on how his daughter being diagnosed with Down Syndrome inspired not only this project but his current & future work raising money for Down Syndrome. Mark also shares his thoughts on the song selection, working with the surviving members of Sinatra's band,...

The Hook Rocks Reviews Joyous Wolf show at The House of Blues in Chicago on 4/30/2022 Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network! http://pantheonpodcasts.com https://www.facebook.com/PantheonPodcasts https://twitter.com/pantheonpods Joyous Wolf https://placeintime.joyouswolf.com https://www.facebook.com/joyouswolf https://www.instagram.com/joyouswolfmusic/ https://twitter.com/joyouswolfmusic The Hook Ro...

The Hook Rocks Reviews The Warning show at The Bottom Lounge in Chicago on 4/28/2022 Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network! http://pantheonpodcasts.com https://www.facebook.com/PantheonPodcasts https://twitter.com/pantheonpods The Warning https://www.thewarningband.com https://www.facebook.com/TheWarningRockBand/ https://www.instagram.com/thewarningrockband/ https://twitter.com/TheWarningBand2 The...

Journey is a band that is often overlooked by rock fans when it comes to identifying music that defined a generation. Armed with great songs and an identifiable sound the band is one of the reasons '80s hard rock rose from the ashes after the era of disco. With radio hits with an edge Journey helped make rock mainstream. Sonny Pooni returns to The Hook Rocks to talk their music, songs, and their l...

Lead singer Caroline Kenyon from the UK band Bastette joins The Hook Rocks New Music Spotlight to talk their 2021 EP "Exposed" and new music on the way in 2022. Formed in 2019 the band merges alternative rock influences with a sultry pop sense. The band is building a reputation as a top performing act in the UK with a powerful stage presence that offers mystery and wonder. Please enjoy the episode...