Troy Story: A Podcast for the Collar City

BONUS: Extended Memories - Slayer, W.A.S.P., Public Enemy, LL Cool J in Troy


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In this extended interview clip, Eric Haskins—RPI graduate (Class of '91) and WRPI's DJ Toast—recalls seeing local act Attica open for Slayer, and seeing the Def Jam tour at the Field House in 1987 featuring Public Enemy, Eric B. and Rakim, Whodini, and LL Cool J.

Hear Eric's full interview here.

  • Listen to Part 1 with Jason Bittner (Shadows Fall, Stigmata)
  • Listen to Part 2 with Kevin O’Connell
  • Bonus Video: RPI Grad Recalls Meeting Metallica Backstage in Troy, NY 1989

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Produced, edited, and hosted by John Salka
Theme music by Steven J. Goldman, Four Legs Records

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Troy Story: A Podcast for the Collar CityBy John Salka