For episode 36, I revisit my musical past, when I was part of the band scene… & my peers at the time. There were so many amazing bands. We thought we were part of the next Seattle. But sadly, it wasn’t meant to be. One of my favorite guitar players from that time, Joe Harley. He was in a band called Potato Gun at the time. & NOW, he’s got both the Tokes and Hotel Life. We’ll touch on everything. Please give a listen. Hope you enjoy. 

Scott Stapp & Creed, when they emerged, I thought… I’ll see these guys in a club. They’ll back my way. & I missed them. They opened for a local band, this was pre-the release of ‘My Own Prison’. I’m not even sure they were officially signed yet. They played this dive called the Draft House. Loved that place. & I missed it… we tried to get them to play a festival for about 6 months after that & then again after that, & again. But we couldn’t. They had, blown up. They were too big. & it all happened so fast from a fan’s point of view. Here we get Scott’s point of view. & it was a lot. But the man has emerged on the other side, a better man. Please check this out… & hope you enjoy. 

I first started programming radio stations back in 2002. It was an Alternative station in Louisville, KY. Whilst there, I had a privilege to meet & talk with Amy Lee of Evanescence. They also performed the most perfect acoustic performance in all my years of radio. For episode 34, I get to talk with Amy again. and the many topics we touch on are the travails she endured at the onset of the release of ‘Bring Me To Life’, her early influences, first concert, her latest single ‘Afterlife’, her collaborations with Halsey and K.Flay for the movie ‘Ballerina’, plus what there is left to conquer in this world. Please give it a listen. Hope you enjoy.  

Ronnie Vegas for episode 33. Ronnie is the ultimate go getter. Not sure I’ve ever seen someone work harder, in trying to promote and market his band. He understood what he needed to do and he did it. We’re going to hit rewind and talk the band, Tyrade. We’ll talk how it started and how it ended. We’ll talk everything he did to make that band click. And we’ll talk what he’s doing now… what brought him back to living and breathing what he loves. Please take a listen, spread the word and hope you enjoy. 

Part of what I like about this iteration of my podcast, is I don’ feel boxed in. The centerpiece is music, but it’s from all angles. For this, particular angle, I get the chance to chat with my friend, Ryan Hardy. Many beyond the North Country don’t know his name. But those of us here, we do. He is a man that has battled demons and addictions and redirected those into an addiction of music, and making it. That’s in large part a credit to his son, his muse, his inspiration… makes him a good dad… makes his, a great story. Hope you take the time and give this a listen. I think it’s worth it.

For episode 31, I get to go deep with one of the 100 greatest guitar players on the planet. A man who auditioned over the phone for Ozzy Osbourne. That audition, by the way got him flown to LA for an official audition. Gary Hoey is an incredible player that has toured with too many legends to count. He had an instrumental hit at radio during the early days of grunge and he redefined what you could do for Christmas music. Loved this interview, love his new album, ‘Avalanche’ as well. Please, check it out… and enjoy. 

Taking a trip back in time for my next chat, episode 30. Gil Moore of Triumph. They had such a memorable live show, ahead of the times in regards to lighting and pyrotechnics. And they were one of the most positive bands out there, writing anthems for the ages. In this chat we talk that rich Triumph history, as well as a new Triumph Tribute being released. We also talk about his killer studio, Metal Works. So much here. Makes me want to crank up the Triumph. Hopefully, you too. Check it out and enjoy. 

My guest for episode 29, Scot McCracken, gives us all insight on the management side of things, for this crazy music biz. Scot grew up around music as his dad was a big time session player. We'll talk about his dad and some of those killer projects he was part of. We'll talk about their lives intertwining and coming full circle on a couple of projects. Scoteven lived on Paul McCartney's farm in Scotland for a year as a child... incredible stories. But mostly we talk about his love for music and his passion for the bands and artists he has represented over the years, including current band, Backhand Blue. Great chat. Please check it out and enjoy...

In episode 28 with Rudy Sarzo (Quiet Riot, Ozzy Osbourne, Whitesnake), one of the most respected bass players from the hair band era, we explore his musical roots, growing up in Miami and listening to Latin Jazz. We talk his friendship as well as the legacy of Randy Rhoads. And yes, we talk the upcoming ‘Final Show’ with Ozzy Osbourne in July. We also discuss the rise of Quiet Riot and his return to Quiet Riot. I appreciate the chat and can’t wait for our next one.

Episodes 27, part two of my 3-1-5 month interview collection, celebrating (once again) the music of Northern NY. For part two, I get to talk with Tony Long Toes, Qoury Haven In the Universe, the Shoal Finders, Bread & Circuses, Ronnie Vegas (formerly of Tyrade) & Small Town Dreamers. Enjoy.