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November 15, 2019 New Music Spotlight: Interview With Chris Lane From Station
On our latest episode of The Hook Rocks guitar player Chris Lane from the band Station joins us to discuss their new album, the creative process, and what the future looks like for this great new act from New York. Chris is candid on his assessment of the current state of rock 'n' roll and what new bands have to overcome to be successful. The new music scene is planet Earth and Station is ready to take over. Enjoy the episode!

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49 min
November 12, 2019 Raising a Rock n Roll Kid
What connects young people to the greatest genre of music? How does a social media presence benefit musicians and their young fans? How important are Spotify and other streaming services in exposing new bands and artists? I sit down with my son Chris and discuss all of the above plus his connection to music and how it became one of his passions. I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did making it!

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1 hr 18 min
November 08, 2019 New Music Spotlight: Interview With Pete Biggiani From Kodiak
We welcome Pete Biggiani from the New Jersey band Kodiak on our latest edition of The New Music Spotlight. Their big hooks and melodies bring us back to the days of fun rock music, but with their own fresh sound. With the new wave of rock music coming to shore this is a band you need to be listening to. @CCRiccardo and I discuss our excitement during the introduction. If you are a music fan like we are, you will enjoy the band Kodiak. Enjoy our conversation.

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55 min
November 01, 2019 New Music Spotlight: Interview With Ben Smith From The Brought Low
From the stages of the unknown, a band that merges guitar-based blues-rock with the influences of punk The Brought Low brings it all together. From NYC they've cut their teeth in clubs up and down the east coast and parts of the midwest with a familiar but fresh sound. Ben Smith and I discuss their career, his influences, the current state of rock, and what lies ahead. Enjoy the show!

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1 hr 6 min
October 25, 2019 New Music Spotlight: Interview With Chris Tapp of The Cold Stares
Faced with the ultimate uncertainty of his own life, Chris Tapp of The Cold Stares never gave up. A rock 'n' roll journey that is like no other, filled with enough countless challenges and setbacks for several lifetimes, their story of perseverance is absolutely inspiring. With songs powered by honesty and endless depth I'm certain their music and story will resonate with you. Enjoy the show!

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1 hr 1 min
October 21, 2019 The State of Rock n Roll With Tom & Zeus
What is happening to the greatest music genre of all time? Unfortunately, there isn't one right answer nor is there only one problem. We've entered a perfect storm but brighter days may be ahead...if we the fans start listening. The conversation about the state of rock music continues as we welcome Tom & Zeus from @SIOLoudcast. Enjoy the show!

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1 hr 31 min
October 18, 2019 New Music Spotlight: Interview with Nick Reese from Joyous Wolf
The new wave of rock music is here and Joyous Wolf is one of the bands leading the charge. Able to combine the styles of blues & soul with 60's,70's, 80's, & 90's rock Joyous Wolf does it masterly, adding their own fresh style. Ari Karnezis and I discuss what separates them from other new bands in our introduction, before lead singer Nick Reese and I discuss the past, the present, and future of this great new rock band. Enjoy the show!

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55 min
October 14, 2019 The Demise Of Rock Radio & It's Impact On New Rock Music
We continue our series of discussions about the relevancy of Rock n Roll with Kristi Enigl, former radio personality and current talent and music manager. We discuss how the influence of rock radio is no longer viable and how it's impacted the current state of rock music. No longer an outlet for new rock music, where does the rock fan need to go to find it! We also address the latest news about Eddie Van Halen. Enjoy the show!

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1 hr 26 min
October 11, 2019 New Music Spotlight: Interview with Ace from Aeraco
Hard & in your face metal is how I would describe the Chicago band Aeraco. The band has the goods with influences ranging from Armored Saint to Dokken....from Helloween to Judas Priest. The lead vocalist/ co-lead guitar player Ace stops by and speaks candidly about his personal influences, the history of the band, and what's going on in the future. Aeraco is band you must listen to. Enjoy the episode!

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1 hr 9 min
October 03, 2019 New Music Spotlight: Interview With Singer/Songwriter Griffin Tucker
On our latest New Music Spotlight 17 year old singer/songwriter Griffin Tucker joins me to talk music influences and his upcoming music. We dive into his appreciation and knowledge of rock legends like The Beatles and Led Zeppelin, and how they continue to inspire his evolution throughout his rock n roll journey. The future of rock is bright with Griffin Tucker! Enjoy the episode.

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59 min

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