Vernon Reid (Living Colour) – Blues, AI, Hoodoo Telemetry & Black Sabbath Tribute
The Guitar Hang Podcast – Season 8, Episode 8
Hosted by Jon Stankorb

In this episode, Jon sits down with the legendary Vernon Reid, guitarist and founding member of Living Colour, for a wide-ranging conversation on music, creativity, and the future of sound.

They explore the timeless power of the blues, the role of AI in music, and Vernon's forward-thinking new album, Hoodoo Telemetry. Vernon also shares what it meant to take part in the Black Sabbath: Back to the Beginning tribute concert in Birmingham—an unforgettable celebration of rock’s heavy roots.

Whether you're a guitarist, a music lover, or just someone who appreciates fearless artistry, this episode is packed with insight and soul.

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 Dean Roland (Collective Soul) – Roots, Riffs, and the Unity Tour
The Guitar Hang Podcast – Hosted by Jon Stankorb

In this episode, we’re joined by Dean Roland, rhythm guitarist and founding member of Collective Soul. We dive into his creative journey, songwriting process, and the band’s decades-long evolution. Dean also shares insight into the band’s new documentary, Give Me a Word, and what it’s like being back on the road for the Summer Unity Tour with LIVE.

Whether you’re a fan of '90s alt-rock, a guitarist looking to learn from the pros, or just love hearing what goes on behind the scenes—this one’s packed with real stories and musical gold.

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📽️ Give Me a Word Documentary: https://www.collectivesoul.com/documentary
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🎸 Walter Trout: Blues, Survival, and Sign of the Times

In this episode of The Guitar Hang Podcast, host Jon Stankorb sits down with modern blues icon Walter Trout for an unforgettable conversation. From his early days with Canned Heat and John Mayall’s Bluesbreakers to his powerful solo career, Walter shares the personal stories, musical influences, and life lessons that have shaped his legendary sound.

We dive into his fearless songwriting style, his approach to turning pain into purpose, and the making of his brand-new album, Sign of the Times — a raw and timely record that speaks to the heart of what it means to live, play, and survive in today’s world.

🔥 Whether you’re a blues fan, a guitar junkie, or just love a great comeback story — this one’s for you.

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In this episode of The Guitar Hang Podcast, Jon Stankorb sits down with legendary guitarist Steve Howe — the iconic player behind the timeless sounds of Yes, Asia, and countless classic recordings.

Steve takes us on a journey through his remarkable career, from his early session days in London to becoming a driving force in progressive rock history. We dig into the formation and evolution of Yes, the chart-topping success of Asia, and his reflections on decades of making music that continues to inspire guitarists around the world.

Plus — we get the inside story on the upcoming 50th anniversary tour of Yes’s Fragile album and what it means to revisit those legendary tracks on stage after half a century.

If you’re a fan of progressive rock, guitar history, or just great storytelling from a master of the craft — you don’t want to miss this one.

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Season 8, Episode 4 — Chris Buck of Cardinal Black

In this episode of The Guitar Hang Podcast, Jon Stankorb sits down with Chris Buck, the soulful guitarist behind Cardinal Black. Known for his expressive phrasing and unmistakable tone, Chris talks about his journey as a player, his current gear lineup, and the making of Cardinal Black’s brand-new album, Midnight at The Valencia.

They also dive into the upcoming Cardinal Black tour, what inspires Chris’s playing, and the simple things that keep him connected to the guitar. It’s an easygoing, gear-friendly hang you don’t want to miss.

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• Chris’s thoughts on Midnight at The Valencia
• Stories from the road and the band’s upcoming tour
• How he dials in his tone and approaches songwriting
• Some of his go-to gear choices

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 S7E3: Andy Graziano of The Band Geeks | YES Tour, New Album & Guitar Talk

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In this episode of The Guitar Hang Podcast, Jon hangs out with Andy Graziano of The Band Geeks for a killer conversation about their summer tour with Jon Anderson, their brand new album in the works, and a whole lot of YES and guitar talk.

They dive into behind-the-scenes stories from the road, how the Band Geeks brought those classic YES tracks to life with Jon Anderson himself, and Andy’s approach to dialing in those legendary prog guitar tones.

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Richie Castellano (Blue Öyster Cult, Band Geeks) | The Guitar Hang Podcast S8E2 🎸

In this episode of The Guitar Hang Podcast, Jon sits down with the ridiculously talented Richie Castellano — guitarist, producer, musical director, tech wizard, and one of the most entertaining players on the scene today.

You’ve seen Richie light up stages with Blue Öyster Cult, blow minds with viral Band Geeks performances, and tour alongside Jon Anderson of Yes. Today, he’s sharing his story — from classical guitar beginnings to classic rock legend, the magic behind those epic Band Geeks videos, and what it’s like working with rock royalty.

Packed with stories, riffs, and laughs — this is one you don’t wanna miss.

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👉 Blue Öyster Cult: https://www.blueoystercult.com
👉 Band Geeks YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BandGeeks
👉 Jon Anderson & The Band Geeks Tour: https://www.bandgeeks.com

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Season 8 kicks off with a melodic legend! 🎸

In this premiere episode of The Guitar Hang Podcast Season 8, Jon Stankorb sits down with Marillion’s Steve Rothery for an in-depth conversation about his brand new project Bioscope, a collaboration with Thorsten Quaeschning of Tangerine Dream.

The duo’s debut album, Gentō’, is set for release later this summer via earMusic, with signed CD pre-orders available now through Marillion’s Racket label. Steve also shares how Elbow’s Alex Reeves brought fantastic drum performances to the album, and what it was like mastering the project at the legendary Abbey Road Studios.

Steve opens up about Marillion’s ongoing Weekend live events across Europe and North America and gives us a glimpse into the band’s plans for a new studio album, which fans can expect in 2026.

If you’re into soaring melodic lines, lush atmospheres, and authentic, veteran guitar wisdom — you don’t want to miss this episode.

👉 Pre-order the Bioscope album here: https://www.marillion.com/shop/albums.htm
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Episode 10 — Anthony Gomes: Praise The Loud

In this episode of The Guitar Hang Podcast, Jon Stankorb sits down with blues-rock guitar powerhouse Anthony Gomes. Known for his fiery playing, soulful vocals, and high-octane live shows, Anthony talks about his influences, his approach to tone and songwriting, and life on the road.

We also dive into his brand new album, Praise The Loud, dropping April 25th — a record packed with raw blues, searing leads, and the kind of heavy, soulful rock ‘n’ roll we live for.

If you love big guitar tones and real-deal blues rock, this one’s for you.

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🎸 Season 7, Episode 9 – Doug Aldrich (The Dead Daisies, Whitesnake, Dio)

In this episode of The Guitar Hang Podcast, Jon Stankorb sits down with the legendary Doug Aldrich—a true guitar hero known for his high-octane work with The Dead Daisies, Whitesnake, Dio, House of Lords, and more.

Doug shares unforgettable stories from the road, talks tone and technique, breaks down his approach to songwriting and gear, and gives us a glimpse behind the curtain of life as one of rock’s most respected players. It’s a must-listen hang filled with wisdom, inspiration, and killer riffs.

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