Two Dudes and Killer Tunes

In S3 EP6, the Two Dudes welcome Anne Harris to the show for the first remote episode of the season. Kal saw Anne perform with Cracker at the Magic Bag in Ferndale back in January where she tore the stage up with her fiddle and passion. Anne's passion for live music is infectious and we were so excited when she accepted our invitation to be on the show. Not only does Anne play with Cracker, but sh...

In this episode, the Two Dudes invite Jenn Vernon to the studio. Jenn became a fixture in Season 2 as she was in the audience for a couple episodes and was at the Green Day/Smashing Pumpkins Tailgate episode at Comerica Park. This time, its Jenn's turn behind the microphone. If you love the Tragically Hip, then you should listen to this epsisode because Jenn is a super fan.

In this episode, the Two Dudes have Cedric LeDuff in the studio pause and by the end, it was one of our favorite episodes. Kal met Cedric through social media when he started Two Dudes and Killer Tunes two years ago and it has turned into a great friendship. Cedric is a major player in the Pontiac scene with Tha Muzik Shop, his internet radio station and also DJs all over the place under DJ NuffCe...

On this episode, the Two Dudes welcome John Penman to the show. Kal and Neil met John while tailgating at the Billy Strings show at Pine Knob Music Theatre last October. The Two Dudes were recording tailgate episode and John was filming a documentary. Listen in as we talk music, beer, some of John's other projects, and so much more.

In this episode, the Two Dudes welcome Erik Shamberger to the show. Kal and Erik played high school soccer together and went to the State Finals in '90 but haven't seen each other since. Erik has seen some great shows, including Alice in Chains at the State Theatre in Detroit (now the Fillmore), the Smashing Pumpkins at the Breslin Center at MSU, and he has seen Pearl Jam about 15 times. Make sure...

Season 3 is here and we had a blast recording this one on location at Old Nation Brewing Co. with Owner and Master Brewer, Travis Fritts. Listen in to find out how Travis ended up being one of 16 German certified Master Brewers in the US at the age of 23. Also, Travis and Kal realized they were at the same Smashing Pumpkins show at the Breslin Center at MSU in April '94. Not only does Travis know...

This is the last episode of Season 2. Join the Two Dudes as they talk about some of their favorite episodes from Season2 along with some of their favorite concerts during the Season including Big Head Todd and the Monsters, SESSANTA, Peter Hook & The Light, Green Day/Smashing Pumpkins, Billy Strings, and so many more. They also talk about some things coming up in Season 3 which they will start...

In this episode, the Two Dudes invite Emily Kaliszewski to the show. Emily is Kal's wife so you get to hear first hand what she thought of Kal starting a podcast, and how he woke her up making the infamous TDaKT tapestry we use in every show.. Also hear about their trips to Chicago for Lollapalooza in August and the Smashing Pumpkins at the Aragon Ballroom in December. Listen in as Emily talks abo...

In this episode, the Two Dudes invite Don McLean, owner of McLean Media to the studio. After spending years in the corporate world, Don started his Media Company almost three years ago and he has been hustling ever since. One thing we didn’t know going in was that Don is quite an accomplished Saxophonist, playing in his first Bar Gig with the Blue Notes at the ripe old age of 10 and then starting...

In this episode, Kal and Neil invite the band Chvron Buffet to the Studio via Zoom. This new band consists of Peter DiStefano (Porno for Pyros), Ray Mazza, Matt Volpe, and Wendy Burke. They joined us from Ray's Studio in Brooklyn. Listen in as we learn some of their favorite artists, how they came up with their name, and what it means to our like Mike Watt. Unfortunately, in between the time we re...

For this episode, the Two Dudes take the show on the road again for their final tailgate episode of Season 2. This time, they are at Billy Strings Night Two on 10.5.24 for the final show of the Pine Knob Season. Some fans may remember, the Two Dudes also opened the Pine Knob concert season with the SESSANTA Tailgate. This was the best tailgate so far, the crowd was amazing and we had a gorgeous fa...

In this episode, the Two Dudes welcome Dave Rea to the Studio. Kal and Neil have known Dave for about 30 years playing beer league soccer and golf league. Listen in as they cover Dave's love of unsuccessfully trying bicycle kick, how he started his comedy career, and why he has a stuffed parrot with him. Back in April, the Two Dudes, Dave, and some others made their way to Detroit for the Black Cr...

In this episode, the Two Dudes dust off their Zoom skills to have Eric Weiner on the show. Eric founded The Wild Honey Pie over 15 years ago as a Music Blog and has been grinding to transform it into what it is today. Make sure to check this one out, you may just find yourself at one of The Wild Honey Pie's parties.

For S2 EP21, the Two Dudes took the show on the road again to Comerica Park in Detroit for the Saviors Tour with Green Day and the Smashing Pumpkins on 9.4.24. It was another successful tailgate and met some new supporters and had some OGs on as well. One highlight was Alan Placek being on the show for his third time, bringing him into a tie with Jon Schack for the most times on Two Dudes and Kill...

For this episode the Two Dudes take the show on the road to Ruoff Music Center (Deer Creek) in Noblesville, IN for the Pearl Jam show. Unfortunately, Neil couldn't make it to the show because real life got in the way. This episode is only the second time that Two Dudes and Killer Tunes has had a guest host, with Jake Jeakle taking the seat to Kal's left. This show was the make up date after being...

For Episode 19, the Two Dudes invited Kevin Brace to the Studio. Kal has known Kevin since elementary school but they haven't seen each other since graduating high school in '93. Kevin has always had music in his life and spends a lot of time in "Braceland" working on his craft. He was one of the lucky ones that was able to see the Jack White show at Saint Andrews Hall, truly a once in a lifetime...

In Episode 18, the Two Dudes welcomed Jason Waggoner to the Studio. This was the first time that Kal and Neil met or spoke to Jason in our lives, everything was all handled via messenger prior to the show. Jason has been playing guitar and singing for his whole life and just recently released his single called "The Scribe" which is now available for download. We had an awesome time filming this on...

For Episode 17, the Two Dudes take the show on the road to Lambrecht Marina to hang out with S2 EP5 guest Alan Placek. Alan has his boat, the Last Defender docked here and we had a great time hanging out and catching up since he was in the Studio last February. Alan has some cool shows coming up, including Kings of Leon in Cincinnati, floor tickets for the Smashing Pumpkins/Green Day show in Detro...

In Episode 16, the Two Dudes welcome Giovanni Gentile to the studio all the way from Austin, TX. Gio was good friends with S1 EP3 guest, Paul Kaliszewski, in high school and they always brought Kal around for the ride even though they were a few years older. All of them ended up playing on the same men's club team, the Marauders with Kal joining the team at 16. It was around this time when the thr...

In this episode the Two Dudes invite Marco Sanchez and Avery Kaliszewski to the show. Marco and Avery have been friends for a while now and both went to Tyler, the Creator with Kal back in '22 at Little Caesar's Arena. Since then, these two took a road trip to Milwaukee with some other friends to see Travis Scott. It was good to learn about some new bands and artists we've never heard of, who the...

In this episode, the Two Dudes take a break from having guests to review Season 2 so far. Join us as we discuss the new features for Season 2, including Playlists for each episode, our new Two Dudes and Live Tunes Facebook Group, and more tailgate episodes. Make sure to check it out as we discuss some cool guests coming up as well as our full list of concerts we have on the horizon.

The Two Dudes invite Kal's son-in-law, Mustapha "Moose" Haidar to the show. Listen in as the discuss the Lumineers shows they've been to, as well as Kal's first Country Show, Kane Brown at Little Caesar's Arena. Moose is a big Country fan and even hit up the Luke Bryan Farm Series of shows in Fowlerville, MI. He also makes a damn good brisket.

Join the Two Dudes as they have one of the OGs on, Keith O'Connor. Keith was a transplant to UDM from Cincinnati and the fit right in from day one. Listen in as they talk UDM, Soccer, their first concert together, and the mutual love for all things Wilco. This episode has been about 30 years in the making and we had a blast, buckle up and enjoy the ride.

The Two Dudes hit the road for the first time Season 2 for this tailgate episode. They traveled to Pine Knob Music Theatre for the opening night of the concert season to see SESSANTA. It was a blast connecting with new supporters and catching up with some OGs while waiting for the big birthday bash to begin.

In this episode, Eric Seratti joins the Two Dudes to discuss Metal, Whiskey, Corey Feldman and so much more. Kal and Eric graduated High School together in '93 and this was the first time they've seen each other in over 30 years. When it comes to music, Eric is all Metal all the time, seeing Slip Knot 33 times in five different countries. Listen in to hear about his experiences at Woodstock '99, K...