Tribute Band Sessions

AC/DC Tribute Band Spotlight: Adrian Conner on Fronting Hell’s Belles for 25 Years | Ep. 008


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Get ready to plug in and turn it up, because we have an absolute legend in the house! This week, we sit down with the incredible Adrian Conner , the powerhouse lead guitarist for the world-famous, all-female AC/DC tribute band, Hell's Belles. For over two decades, Adrian Conner and her bandmates have been shaking audiences to their foundations, and she's here to pull back the curtain on their electrifying journey. We get into how she went from learning Zeppelin riffs in her bedroom to auditioning for a band she didn't even realize was a tribute act!

Adrian Conner gives us an unparalleled insider's look at the evolution of the tribute scene over the last 25 years. What's the secret to longevity? How do you handle it when another tribute band shows up on your turf? And what's the one AC/DC song that gets her fired up every single time she hits the stage? We also talk about her other project on Joan Jett's label and the insane logistics of balancing life, music, and the open road. This isn't just a conversation; it's a masterclass in rock and roll perseverance from a true pioneer. You absolutely don't want to miss this one!

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01:27 – Welcoming Adrian Conner of Hell's Belles
02:07 – Adrian Conner’s First Tribute Band Experience
03:25 – What Is a Tribute Band?
04:27 – How Adrian Conner Got Started in Music
06:06 – The Evolution of the Tribute Scene
07:10 – The Rise of “Buffet” Bands like Hairball
09:20 – The Art of Playing Lead Guitar
11:54 – Touring Life: Venues, Logistics, and International Gigs
15:20 – Band Management & On-the-Road Crew (or Lack Thereof)
16:33 – Business Realities of a Touring Tribute Band
18:35 – Memorable Moments on the Road
20:51 – How Many Shows a Month?
21:38 – Juggling Bands: Adrian Conner Project on Joan Jett’s Label
22:41 – Balancing Touring and Home Life
25:58 – Favorite AC/DC Song to Play Live
29:50 – The Future of Hell’s Belles & the Tribute Scene
34:06 – Where to Find Adrian Conner Online


Find Hells Belles Here

https://www.hellsbelles.info/


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