Vinyl Stallions

Mike Avdey is the Vice President, Talent Buying and Ticketing for Prime Social Group. He has worked in various roles at Prime Social Group for almost four years. Mike has other experiences within the music industry, such as working on an O.A.R. tour and working in ticket operations for Front Gate Tickets. He brought The Stallions a different perspective and a peek behind the curtain at the busines...

Spruce and Klep did a miniature version of Vinyl Roulette where they listened to three albums selected at random. It wasn’t all smooth sailing for the Stallions, for there were some twists and turns along the way. This episode was brought to you by Spring Street Antique Mall in Rockbridge, OH.

Come one, come all…to one of the most epic interviews The Stallions have done to-date. The boys interviewed Jesse Flanagan, who is the older brother of previous Sit-Down guest EYUN. Jesse is an expert on all genres of music, is a seasoned concertgoer, and avid listener of Vinyl Stallions. Check it out!

On this episode of Sit-Down With The Stallions, Spruce and Klep welcomed the one-and-only Abby Seelie. Abby was the host of Insomnia Spins, a late-night music show that aired on 88.7 FM in Northeast Ohio. Abby has her own unique experience hosting a show about music, and she shares the same passion for music as the Stallions. This one is a must-listen!

Only if for a Neight. The Stallions dive into the masterpiece of an album known as Ceremonials. This record is Florence + the Machine’s second studio album and is an absolute must-listen for anyone even remotely serious about music. Listen to hear The Stallions’ thoughts on it!

The Stallions looked outside out of Ohio to interview three members (Jack Grbac, Tom Inzinga, and John McNamara) of the Chicago-based band, The Dead Licks. They talk about their beginnings at University of Dayton, their favorite venues to play at, and take a deep dive into their then-upcoming album, In Disguise, that was released on 5/20/2022. This alternative/indie rock band will knock your socks...

Spruce and Klep invented a fun game called Vinyl Roulette. Listen to learn the rules of the game and to see how it went for the Stallions. This certainly wont be the last time they play Vinyl Roulette.

On this episode of Sit-Down With The Stallions, we interviewed Danny NoNo. Danny is the owner of Big Eleanor Records and has played drums on several different music projects. Danny is one of the most interesting guys we’ve had on, and we loved talking with him. Check it out!

On this episode of Sit-Down With The Stallions, Spruce and Klep interviewed Rex Larkman. Rex Larkman is an exceptionally talented drummer and a graduate of Cleveland Saint Ignatius High School. Rex has drummed for several different bands throughout his music career and has his own YouTube channel. This is a conversation you won’t want to miss!

On this episode of Sit-Down With The Stallions, we interviewed Cleveland’s own James Thaddeus. James is an extremely knowledgeable and talented musician who has been immersed in the Cleveland music scene since his high school days. Very few individuals have the musical acumen and understanding of live performance that James does. Give it a listen and be impressed!

What’s love got to do with it? Find out in our album review of Tina Turner’s fifth studio album - Private Dancer. This classic record features a mix of original songs and covers. There are eight different producers that helped create this album alongside Tina Turner. Check it out!

Catch our interview with Cleveland-based singer and songwriter, Sam Rus! Sam talks about her evolution as an artist and a person. Did you know she used to live in Costa Rica? This is one Sit-Down With The Stallions you won’t want to skip!

The Stallions stayed up until midnight to do their first ever LIVE album review of the new Red Hot Chili Peppers album - Unlimited Love. This is the band’s twelfth studio album and marks the return of lead guitarist/backup vocalist John Frusciante since he departed from the band after their 2006 classic, Stadium Arcadium. Listen to experience our initial reactions to all 17 songs now! THIS ALBUM H...

Continuing our Women in Music album review series, we take a dive into Heart's debut album - Dreamboat Annie. This mid-70s classic sheds light on the talent of two sisters - Ann and Nancy Wilson. Listen to us walk through these songs and explain everything the album has to offer. Don't let listening to the radio casually be the only time you are exposed to Heart. The songs of Dreamboat Annie have...

In this episode of Vinyl Stallions, we sit-down with Cleveland-area drummer, Dylan Friedman! He is currently the drummer in the Cleveland-based band FireSide. Dylan walks us through his family's music history, drumming inspirations (specifically Taylor Hawkins, who devastatingly passed away two days after this interview was recorded) and what it is like to play in FireSide with his father (Sam Fri...

The Stallions sit-down with one of Cleveland's best up-and-coming DJs/producers - EYUN. He talks about his music inspirations, his best/worst DJ experiences, and new music that is in the works. Check out EYUN on Instagram (@Flan_Eyun) so that you can catch him performing at a city near you!

In episode III of the Women in Music album review series, The Stallions take a dive into Billie Eilish's sophomore album - Happier Than Ever. This album was released on July 30th, 2021 and was nominated for 7 Grammy Awards (winners were announced on 4/3/2022). Take a walk through this album with us as we experience the stories told by Billie and Finneas O’Connell (Billie's brother/producer).

In the next episode of Sit-Down with the Stallions, Spruce and Klep talk with Joe Bilinski. Joe is the guitarist/vocalist for Mezclado. The gents walk through Joe's music journey, break down the band’s debut release, You Still Suck EP, and get the guitar rig rundown from one of the best players in Columbus. Joe, Spruce and Klep even played a couple shows together in 2016!

Spruce and Klep continue their Women in Music album review series with the debut album of Alicia Keys - Songs In A Minor. This masterpiece contains sixteen carefully crafted tracks that Alicia had been working on since she was fourteen years old.

In the first episode of the Sit-Down With the Stallions interview series, Spruce and Klep talk with Tanner, Kyle, and Patrick from The Ice Cream Militia. The Ice Cream Militia is a funk jam rock band based out of Toledo, OH and consists of nine members. Listen now to meet three of them and hear their interesting stories!

The Stallions hit their second concert of the week seeing Goose at the Agora Theatre & Ballroom in Cleveland, OH. Eyes were captivated, ears were pleased, and socks were rocked. Set 1: Tumble I'm Writing a Novel (Father John Misty cover) Turned Clouds Bob Don Rockdale Set 2: Echo of a Rose Into the Myst The Old Man's Boat Use Me (Bill Withers cover) Dripfield Encore: Whip It (DEVO cover) Jive Lee

Spruce and Klep share their experience from the Korn concert at Allen County Memorial Coliseum in Fort Wayne, IN. Korn celebrated the release of their new album, Requiem, as well as the 20th Anniversary of Untouchables. Set List: Forgotten Got the Life Here to Stay Start the Healing No One's There Shoots and Ladders (w/One by Metallica Snippet) Lost in the Grandeur Y'All Want a Single Falling Away...

Spruce and Klep kick off their Women in Music album review series with the most popular album of the 1990s - Jagged Little Pill by Alanis Morissette.

Klep shares his experience from the Dream Theater concert at Akron Civic Theatre in Akron, OH on 2/23/2022. It was an epic performance by a collection of world-class musicians. See them when they come to your town!

Spruce and Klep review the album that put Pink Floyd on the map - The Dark Side of the Moon. Released in 1973, no album has spent more time on the Billboard 200 than this masterpiece.