Vinyl Stallions

Californication is the seventh studio album released by Red Hot Chili Peppers. Another Rick Rubin classic, this album was among the most popular albums of the 1990s and contains the hit singles Scar Tissue, Otherside, and Californication. This was John Frusciante’s first album back with the band following his departure after the release of Blood Sugar Sex Magik. The band did a brief stint with Dav...

The Stallions had Brian McEntee aka BMac on the show to talk about his music background and do an album review of the album Demon Days by Gorillaz. BMac is one of the most plugged in and knowledgeable guests Spruce and Klep have had to date!

Sean McAfee is the lead singer and guitarist for the Cleveland-based band Who Saved Who. The band just released their debut album Sharing the Daytime Moon in May. Sean dives into the process of making the album, his musical background, and what the future holds for Who Saved Who. This is an episode you won't want to miss!

Spruce and Klep share their top ten albums that were released in 1994. They debate and discuss the differences in their lists. Vote now on who you think has the better list!

The Room Recording Company (@theroomcle) is a newly-established business located in Northeast Ohio that prides itself on recording live performances with studio quality. The Stallions talked with two of the cofounders, Jake Conder & Kyle Thompson, about how this idea for a company began, other projects that they are involved in, and the renaissance of music that is currently happening in Cleveland...

On the last weekend of June, Spruce and Klep headed to Indiana for a two-day weekend Dave Matthews Band Concert. There were some unexpected surprises and first for both of the guys!

Conor Emser is a Cleveland-based bassist, adventurer, and lover of all things music. Conor talks about his unique journey into music, his prevailing music interests, and shares some of the most unique stories to air on Vinyl Stallions to-date. Check it out!

Austin Sterpka aka Dr. Sterp is a self-taught multimedia artist who specializes in album artwork, music videos, and brand direction. Dr. Sterp did the album artwork for In Disguise by The Dead Licks and also worked on the album artwork for Lavender Days by Caamp. Dr. Sterp's portfolio is quite impressive, and he shared some awesome stories!  Social: @dr.sterp Website: www.austinsterpka.com

Spruce and Klep dove into two Dave Matthews Band concerts they attended this summer at Blossom Music Center (6/10/2022) and Pine Knob Music Theatre (6/21/2022). Dave Matthews Band is a favorite of Vinyl Stallions, and these were particularly fun concerts to discuss.

Spruce and Klep sat down and dove into Red Hot Chili Peppers first album with Rick Rubin - Blood Sugar Sex Magik. This 1991 classic vaulted Red Hot Chili Peppers into the mainstream and transformed the band into a 1990s alternative rock staple.

Klep traveled to the great state of Indiana for a full weekend to experience Phish for the first time. A three-day Phish show is a cultural phenomenon that anyone interested in jam bands should experience. Klep gives the details of the scene, the music, and also talks in detail about the venue - Ruoff Music Center.

Joseph (Joey) Secchiaroli and Jeffrey Jarvis are the two remaining founding members of The Reign of Kindo. Joey is the lead singer/guitarist for The Reign of Kindo. Joey also played bass in This Day & Age and is currently on tour with Remember Jones playing bass. Jeffrey is the bassist for The Reign of Kindo and the guitarist for The Dead Sages. Jeffrey also previously played bass for Vertical Hor...

Connor Peterson and Mac Peterson are two Cleveland-based musicians and entrepreneurs. They also happen to be brothers. Connor plays in the bands Wig Doubt, Cellophane Jane, and The Dupertones. Additionally, Connor releases solo music under Cleveland Stephens. He is also an accomplished audio engineer who is the founder/owner of Plastic Dino Records in Bay Village, OH. Mac plays in Wig Doubt and Th...

EWOK VILLAGE. Welcome to Nelson Ledges Quarry Park, where you can expect the unexpected. Spruce and Klep set sail to Garrettsville, OH to catch the wave that is Tropidelic. The Stallions were absolutely blown away by the energy and enthusiasm that the boys brought to the stage. This is band you have to see live!

May 20th, 2022. Agora Theatre and Ballroom. Cleveland, Ohio. Back in May, The Stallions headed to the Agora in Cleveland to get their minds blown by King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard. This was an absolutely crazy show. The Stallions found themselves swimming in a mosh pit, watching drunk fools get tossed around like pinballs in an arcade, and jamming out to sweet tunes of Gizz.

The gents were lucky enough to have Alex Gauding (aka AG) on for the first Vinyl Stallions hybrid episode. Alex talks general music philosophy, reviews the album Intersections by Into It. Over It., and shares his experience at the Into It. Over It. show that went down at Mahall’s in Lakewood, OH on 6/19/2022. Buckle up because this episode is a wild ride!

Come one, come all to this epic episode of Vinyl Stallions! The guys had Pittsburgh-based John O’Hallaron aka Chalk Dinosaur on the show. John started Chalk Dinosaur as a solo project for his music, but it has since evolved into a full band. John is also a highly skilled music producer and the host of Chalk Dinosaur Podcast. Chalk Dinosaur just played at The Peach Music Festival and will be playin...

3…2…1…LIFTOFF into this episode of Vinyl Stallions. Spruce and Klep talked with the boys (Charlie McCoy - Guitar/Vocals; Zack Wilson - Bass; Evan Hubbard - Drums) from Buzz Balldrin. These space cadets will rock your world with their gnarly chords and powerful singing. Buzz Balldrin is a three-piece band from Cleveland, OH that definitely falls towards the heavier end of the rock spectrum. Influen...

Lily Richards is the Manager, Marketing and Label Operations for Atlantic Records. Lily, a Cleveland native, became enamored with New York City at a young age and found herself attending college in New York at Fordham University. While attending school at Fordham, Lily interned with Atlantic Records and now finds herself working there full-time. Her story is riveting and you should give it a liste...

Spruce and Klep talked to Cleveland area drummer Jason Augustine. Jason drummed for The Vital Organs for several years before joining Rubix Groove. He also recently joined a new band called Cosmic Castaways. Listen to find out why Jason plays drums open-handed!

Spruce and Klep are back at it again with another Vinyl Roulette episode. The Stallions got an interesting mix of albums that featured some classic rock staples, jam band staples, and a little bit of indie rock. Tune in to see how this round of Vinyl Roulette turned out!

Spruce and Klep talked to Jordan Panfil and Jake (aka Fidelity) Castro of the Philadelphia-based band, Everlit. Jordan (guitar) and Jake (drums) explain how Everlit formed, share stories from the road, and discuss some of their own personal music influences. Everlit has some new music planned for 2022, and you should check out their new single “Nightmare” if you haven’t already!

Standing in line to listen to Vinyl Stallions tonight and there’s a light on. The Stallions dive into the 2002 Red Hot Chili Peppers album, By The Way. This album is the eighth album released by Red Hot Chili Peppers and marks the beginning of a shift in sound for the band.

Klep traveled up to the great state of Michigan to watch Santana perform at Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort. It was an epic show that featured a mix of old and new songs. Listen to hear about this absolute ripper of a concert!

Shaw Calhoune is an extraordinarily talented rap/hip hop artist who hails from Silver Spring, MD. Shaw has dropped two different EPs in 2022, GOAT CHEESE and my regards, that are both unique and attention-grabbing in their own regard (pun intended). Shaw worked with previous Vinyl Stallions guest Danny NoNo of Big Eleanor Records to create these EPs. Shaw has some big things planned for the rest o...