Alison Hammer is a Writer. Reader. Creative Director. Word-lover. Blogger. She is author of “You and Me and Us” and the upcoming novel, “Little Pieces of Me”. While that makes for quite an impressive resume, to fellow boaters, she holds the distinction of having been on every Rock Boat Charter that has ever sailed. Alison joined Chris Rhoad and BoatCast Mark to talk all things Rock Boat. She is impressed by Sixthman’s ability to “Up their game every year.” From her last minute decision while at UF to hop on Rock n’ Roll as Sea (ie TRB I), to years of supporting Sister Hazel’s “Lyrics for Life” pediatric cancer charity, and more recently taking in all in as a fan - Alison brings a unique perspective that the podcast has not yet heard.

Alison Hammer can be found at:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alisonhammer

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stories/thishammer/2377835468227101792/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ThisHammer

Website: https://www.alisonhammer.com/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ThisHammer

Nine-time Rock Boater, Patrick Murphy of Gaelic Storm joins Chris Rhoad and BoatCast Mark to talk all things Rock Boat. Sure, Patrick recently broke both legs jumping off of a balcony, but he’s still able to walk listeners through his favorite TRB memories. Patrick opens up about getting introduced to the Boat and the initial fears that his Irish/Celtic rock might not fit in on the boat - I know, pretty ironic, as he has transformed into an icon of The Rock Boat family. Relive Patrick’s favorite memories of the boat, including finding an authentic local watering hole in Mexico, making a splash during his pool deck show, and his chance encounter with Dave Furukawa, “aka Dave the Blind Guy”.

p.s. Favorite drink on the boat??? (You might be surprised!)

Gaelic Storm can be found at:

Twitter: @GaelicStorm

Instagram: @gaelic_storm

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GaelicStorm/

Website: https://www.gaelicstorm.com/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/gaelicstormvideos

Three-time Rock Boaters, Aimee Driver and Danny Bemrose of Scars on 45 give BoatCast listeners “something to hold onto” during COVID-19 social distancing. They join Chris Rhoad and BoatCast Mark to relive their favorite memories on The Rock Boat . Aimee shares that it was the most incredible music experience she’s ever had - and “every time is as good as the first”. While on the boat, they are not only artists but fans, discovering new bands and establishing lasting friendships. They recall a “Sea of Green” in a packed Stardust Theater on St. Patrick’s Day Theme Night on TRB 14. Danny adds that one of the nicest things that’s ever been done for him in his music career, occurred on TRB, courtesy of Mr. Will Hoge.

Scars on 45 can be found at:

Twitter: www.twitter.com/scarson45

Messenger: m.me/ScarsOn45

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ScarsOn45/

YouTube: www.youtube.com/scarson45

Website: www.scarson45.com

Two time TRB artist, Joe Dunwell of The Dunwells, join Chris Rhoad and BoatCast Mark to relive The Rock Boat Memories. On performing his first show in The Stardust, he recalls: “I felt like I was Arenarized…. I was in a Sea of People.. The Sweat… It was Quite Dark… If only I could replicate that show…” Shout out to our BoatCast Bro, Brian, for coming home with a surprise purchase of a Dunwells T-shirt from the Merch Store. BoatCast Mark shares his favorite Dunwells memory, and Joseph indulges him with an Imogen Heap cover.

The Dunwells can be found at:

Twitter: @thedunwells

Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/TheDunwells

Instagram: @thedunwells

Website: thedunwells.com

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheDunwells

Chris Rhoad and BoatCast Mark are excited to welcome two Rock Boat Legends to the Podcast…. Tim Warren and Eric Donnelly, founders of The Alternate Routes discuss their many boats and reflect on their growth since those early years. They enjoy the captivity of the boat - and use that term in the best possible way - as the boat allows for collaboration and engagement in organic, meaningful connections with dedicated fans.

The Alternate Routes can be found at:

Twitter: @alternateroutes

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thealternateroutes/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thealternateroutes/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_PJ0G3fuWzuXcRAZuOEvIw

Website: https://thealternateroutes.com/

Singer/guitarist Tim Harrington and singer/cellist Paul Wright of Tall Heights join Chris Rhoad and BoatCast Mark to discuss their first voyage on Rock Boat XX. They quickly learned that much like the pool on the Lido Deck (or rather, Pool Deck), “There is no deep end, so just jump in…”. They reveal friendships made with fellow artists, including Sammy Rae, and their admiration for the music loving Rock Boaters who have been supporting them on the road. They reveal the secret to soft serve on the boat (credit goes to fellow band member, HP). They share the most hilarious version yet of The Post-Rock Boat Blues.

Tall Heights can be found at:

Website: https://www.tallheights.com/

Twitter: @tallheights

Youtube: www.youtube.com/TallHeightsMusic

Facebook: @tallh

Two-Time Rock Boaters, Jack Weppler and Alex “Lau” Laudani of Sir Cadian Rhythm (SCR) join Chris Rhoad and BoatCast Mark to talk all things Rock Boat. If there is one thing about SCR is that they always bring the energy - since their first boat performance on TRB XIX’s Sports Deck, to the Space Jam show and their epic Belize show in the scorching heat, these guys have always brought it… and this podcast does not disappoint. They reveal lessons learned from XIX to XX and the growth of their fan base since joining the TRB family.

Lau and Jack reflect that words don’t do describing TRB justice and an individual needs to experience the 4 days of musical ecstasy to fully grasp the camaraderie, and sense of community on the boat.

SCR can be found at:

Website: https://www.scrtheband.com/

Instagram: @scrtheband

Twitter: @scrtheband

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/scrtheband

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/scrtheband/

Legend of the TRB Late Night, Andy Frasco, joins Chris Rhoad and BoatCast Mark for a firecracker of a show. He likens TRB to a “Happy cult that I’d like to be part of when I get older.” He shares his favorite Rock Boat memories, including The Spelling Bee, Dance parties at the Casino, and meeting his best friends Wild Adriatic on the Boat.

Andy Frasco can be found at:

Instagram:https://instagram.com/andyfrasco

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AndyFrascoBand/

Twitter: @andyfrasco

Website:https://www.andyfrasco.com

Check out , Andy's new album, "Keep on, Keepin' On"

Vocalist Kyle Morris, guitarist Cole Male, and bassist Jared Hornbeek of The Unlikely Candidates join Chris Rhoad and BoatCast Mark in this 23rd podcast episode. This year has been a big year for The Unlikely Candidates, as the band not only sailed on their first Rock Boat (hopefully first of MANY) and their hit, Novacaine, has soared in the Alternative charts. While on the Boat, they toasted in the Atrium to the song hitting TOP FIVE on the Billboard Alternative Rock charts and several weeks after the Boat, the song hit NUMBER ONE. It has received over 17 million streams and video views.

Kyle offers advice to future musicians on the importance of protecting your voice - and offers to all boaters a D.I.Y. alternative to on-board laundry services. Cole and Jared express their appreciation for the support that boaters have given their band on the road since joining the Rock Boat Family.

The Unlikely Candidates can be found on:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theunlikelycandidates/

Twitter: @tucband

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theunlikelycandidates/

Website: http://theunlikelycandidates.com/

The Rosenberrys have been on 23 Sixthman Cruises but they call The Rock Boat home. Jennifer and Gordon Rosenberry join Chris Rhoad and BoatCast Mark for this special Father’s Day podcast release. Jennifer teaches that there is NO WRONG WAY TO DO THE ROCK BOAT! (so no need for FOMO).

The Rosenberrys have found a cure to Rock Boat Blues - by bringing TRB artists directly to their living room, better known as The Rosendome, where house concerts are hosted multiple times each year. Hear them discuss the relationships they’ve developed with bands and fellow boaters alike. Hear them talk about the non-TRB Sixthman boats they’ve experienced and relive their favorite TRB memories, including the legendary Mimosa Mondays on the back of the boat. The guys of The BoatCast can’t wait for one of those famous “Sea Mom” hugs and to talk our mutual second favorite topic, IPAs, with Gordon on the next boat (or hopefully sooner at The Rosendome!!!)