Retro Rock Roundup with Mike and Jeremy Wiles: Recent Episodes

Michael Wiles

A podcast where we delve into anything and everything classic rock

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In this episode, we speak with Ron Romero, director of the Illinois Rock and Roll Museum on Route 66. We discuss the history of the museum and their upcoming 5th Annual Induction Ceremony on Sept. 27 at the Harris Theatre in Chicago. Inductees will include, Survivor, Koko Taylor, The Boyzz, Kevin Cronin, Gary Richrath, and more.

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In this Chicago Scene episode, we speak with singer/songwriter Pete Cimbalo AKA Pie Eyed Pete about his musical journey and his latest excellent album, Lights, Camera, Action!

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In this episode, we speak with the members of Strawberry Alarm Clock! Almost 60 years since Insense and Peppermints took the world by storm, the original members are back and better than ever. We discuss the band's legacy and the staying power of Insense and Peppermints. We also deep dive into their fantastic new Big Stir Records album, Where's One?.

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In this week's episode, Jeremy joins Mike in the studio to deep dive into The Rolling Stones' 25th studio album, Foreign Tongues!

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In this bonus episode, we expand the musical horizons of Retro Rock Roundup. We talk to Jazz trumpeter, songwriter and a true "Mugician", Keyon Harrold. We discuss his musical upbringing, the artists he's worked with, including Keith Richards, Darryl Jones, Beyonce, Jay-Z, and many more. We also deep dive into his cutting-edge original music and talk about his upcoming tour.

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In this episode, we talk with Rock and Roll Hall of Famer, Felix Cavaliere of The Rascals. We discuss the band's legacy and their current 60th Anniversary tour.

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In this episode, we speak with Christina and Rex, founders of Big Stir Records. This great indie record label combines a roster of legacy artists like Graham Parker, The Cyrkle, and Strawberry Alarm Clock with cutting-edge indie pop/rock artists like Librarians with Hickeys, Dolph Chaney and their own band The Armoires..

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In this episode, we speak with Phil Lewis, lead singer of L.A. Guns. We discuss the band's current tour, how they are still playing at such a high level, and we preview their latest live album,Live From The Guild Theatre.

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In this special 4th of July episode, we speak with 2 of the cast members of The Sound of America - The New Benjamin Franklin Rock Musical. This musical has been called "Tommy meets Hamilton" and even includes a virtual cameo from Roger Daltrey!

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In this episode, we speak with the legendary drummer of Slade for over 50 years, Don Powell. We discuss the band's history and legacy as well as some great stories of parting with Ozzy Osbourne. We also deep dive into the great music of the Don Powell Band.

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In this New Music Friday episode, we speak with Jim, Marc, and Justin of The DelCobras, one of Philadelphia's hottest power pop bands! We discuss the band's musical journey, songwriting process, and their latest single, Get Closer!

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In this episode, we are joined by The Mighty Manfred to discuss his great band, The Woggles. Signed to Little Steven's Wicked Cool Records, The Woggles have been making infectious garage-rock since 1987!

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In this bonus episode, I recap the recent Dead Daisies/Glenn Hughes concert at The Arcada Theatre in St. Charles, IL! It was a one-off, once-in-a-lifetime concert where legendary Deep Purple vocalist/bassist Glenn Hughes joined The Dead Daisies for a night of Dead Daisies hits and a set of Deep Purple classics.

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In this Chicago Scene episode, we speak with Chris Neville, vocalist and keyboard player for The Meadowlark Lemons. This great Rock/Jazz/Soul band plays infectious songs with a stellar lineup! We discuss the band's formation and their self-titled debut album!

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Why was Paul McCartney's 1986 album Press To Play such a critical and commercial failure? Mike and special guest Michael Bagford give us their thoughts on this Much Maligned Album!!

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In this episode, we Zoom all the way to the country of Malta to talk with Joseph Azzopardi from Upper Lip - an amazing hard rock band that has just released a great new album, Devil's Ride. We discuss the band's musical journey and deep-dive into Devil's Ride.

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In this Chicago Scene episode, we speak with John Fournier, leader of the Chicago Soul Jazz Collective. We talk about the formation of the band and their groundbreaking new album, No Wind & No Rain.

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In this episode, The Dead Daisies guitarist, Doug Aldrich returns to the Retro Rock Roundup studio to discuss the bands One Night Only show at The Arcada Theatre in St. Charles, IL, where they will be joined by legendary vocalist, Glenn Hughes! They will be playing great Dead Daisies classics as well as a set of Deep Purple classics!

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In this episode Mike welcomes special guest and friend Austin Hough to talk all things Graham Parker! We discuss how we first discovered his music and deep dive into our favorite Graham Parker albums and songs.

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In episode 2 of our "Cover Me" Week - we speak with Doug Platt and Chris Sulcer, founding members of Small Town - A John Mellenamp Experience. We discuss the bands formation, Doug and Chris' favorite Mellencamp albums and we recap their recent show at the Arcada Theatre in St. Charles, IL

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As part of "Cover Me" Week on Retro Rock Roundup, we speak with Nick Psyhogios, leader of Chicago's Own Piano Man Band - Billy Joel/Elton John tribute. This band gives you the total Billy Joel/Elton John experience. We talk to Nick about his musical journey, getting signed to a record deal in the 80's by Paul Anka, and how he created Chicago's Own Piano Man Band.

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In this New Music Friday episode, we speak with Jackson Reed, leader of the Calgary-based band, Jackson Reed and The Silverbirds. We discuss the band';s musical journey, and their excellent new album Live in '25.

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What did Jeremy find at the record store this time?? In this episode, we dive into an album that Jeremy found at a local record store and bought it because he liked the album cover, even though he had never heard the band's music before. The album is from Afro Rock legends Osibisa, and the album is their 1971 release Woyaya. We discovered what an excellent album this is and we wanted to share it with our listeners!

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In this interview with speak with Debora Masterson, author of Freedom Quest: A Love Story. The book celebrates the music, dreams, and love story behind a 70's band that almost made it.

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In this episode, we speak with the members of Refestramus. Restramus is a Chicago-based band that combines prog rock ambition, cinematic storytelling, with hard rock energy. We discuss the band's formation and their latest album, Morri's Rock Boutique.

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In this Chicago Scene episode, we speak with Singer/Songwriter Josh Chicoine who has been writing and performing great music for the last 3 decades. We discuss his musical journey from his early 2000's band The M's, to his latest project Cult Canyon and their debut album, Smoke Tracks to his Fleetwood Mac tribute band, Second Hand News.

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In this episode, we are joined by Jonny Foster of the UK band Hardwicke Circus and their legendary manager, and co-founder of Stiff Records, Dave Robinson, to discuss Hardwicke Circus' recent tour of Ukraine. where they played in underground clubs, churches, and hospitals, literally in the middle of a war zone, just to bring people and music together.

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In this episode, we speak with legendary drummer Carmine Appice about his recent reformation of his 70's Blues/Rock Band Cactus and their latest album Temple Of Blues, Part 2.

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To celebrate our 400th Episode of Retro Rock Roundup, Jeremy and Mike do another in their Much Maligned Album series and discuss the 1978 Sgt.Peppers Lonely Hearts Club Band Soundtrack featuring The Bee Gees and Peter Frampton. How can something that looks so good on paper go so wrong?? Jeremy and Mike fill you in on the details.

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In this episode, Mike interviews his concert friend and rock superfan, David Stockton, about their many individual concert memories and how live music can bring people and communities together.

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In celebration of Motorbooks Week, author Martin Popoff joins us to talk about his latest book, Kiss '76 - Twelve Months That Defined The Hottest Band In The Land.

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To celebrate Motorbooks Week, author Daniel Bukszpan returns to the studio to talk about his latest book, Rush & 2112 - 50 Years. The book is an excellent celebration of Rush's legendary album that helped launch their career.

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In this episode, we speak with folk music legends John McCutcheon and Tom Paxton. John and Tom have been friends for decades, but only recently decided to join forces to write and perform together. The result is an amazing album, Together Again!

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March Rockin Madness Week Episode 3! New England Singer/Songwriter Frank Viele returns to discuss his new critically acclaimed EP, The Silo, and his current tour including his shows at SXSW in Austin, and his upcoming performance at Chicago's Uncommon Ground on March 20th!

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March Rockin Madness Week kitcks off with our conversation with New York rocker, Bruce Wojick. We discuss his musical journey including seeing Elton John's 1975 Tour when he was 13 years old. Then we deep dive into his latest album with his band The Struggle - The Hard Way!

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In this episode, we speak with British guitar legend Brinsley Schwarz. We discuss his early years with his band, Brinsley Schwarz to his work as part of Graham Parker and The Rumour to his latest solo album, Shouting At The Moon.

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In another of our Much Maligned Album series, Mike and Jeremy dive into Styx 1983 studio album, Kilroy Was Here. Was it truly the reason for the band's 80's breakup? Are there some hidden gems? Why is Mr. Roboto an earworm 43 years later? Check out the episode to find out!

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On this New Music Friday episode, Travis and Anthony from the great Chicagland partry rock band, Sounds Of The Good Life, join us to talk about their latest music and their new single 2+2!

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In this episode, we speak with veteran heavy metal vocalist, Rick Hughes (Sword, Saints and Sinners) about his latest album, Redemption, that features great inspired songs and a cast of all-stars including Brad Gillis, Rudy Sarzo, Tommy Alridge, Robbie Krieger and more.

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In this New Music Friday episode, we speak with 12-year-old singer/songwriter, Holden Garcia, who has just released his debut album, Tainted Tapes, where he sings and plays all the instruments! We talk about his start in music, dive into his album and talk about his upcoming Record Release Party at Black Dog Vinyl in Plainfield, IL

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In this episode, we speak with Michael Gaiman and Pete Lavezzoli, organizers and producers of All You Need Is George, an exclusive all-star celebration of George Harrison's music. We discuss the origins of this great legacy tribute and their current tour which starts this month.

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In this Bonus Episode ,we talk with Jacob Deraps, vocalist and guitarist for Deraps - an amazing band that is bringing back the great hard rock of the 70's and 80's. We discuss their latest amazing album, Viva Rock N' Roll, and their upcoming Canada and American Tour!

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In this episode, friend of the podcast and Electric Talon Records recording artist Wax Mekanix returns to discuss the great new music he released in the last year and his latest single Naked.

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In this weekend flash episode, Mike recaps the amazing Ronnie Montrose Remembered Concert he attended on January 24, 2026, in Anaheim, California!

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In the latest edtion of our Chicago Scene series, we speak with veteran guitarist, singer/songwriter, Andon Davis. We discuss his musical journey and the great bands he has been part of, including The Riptones and The Real Pretenders, and we dive into his new solo album and his upcoming record release party.

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In this episode we speak with Brian Greenway, guitarist and vocalist with the legendary Canadian rock band April Wine. We discuss their musical legacy and their upcoming Canada and US tour with Triumph.

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In this Much Maligned Albums series, Jeremy and Mike deep dive into Cheap Trick's 1986 album The Doctor to find out why it wasn't the right Rx for the band.

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Legendary vocalist Keith St. John, from Montrose, Kingdom Come, Lynch Mob, and so many more, joins us to discuss Ronnie Montrose Remembered-NAMM JAMM 2026 - The 10th Anniversary Show on January 24th in Anaheim, California!

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Omad Records recording artist, Robert LaRoche, returns to the studio to discuss his excellent new solo album, Sacred Vow.

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In this episode, John Brodeur, aka Bird Streets, returns to discuss his excellent new album, The Escape Artist.

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Mike and Jeremy discuss some of the great classic rock bands that are hitting the road in 2026! Are these "Cover Bands" because they only have one or two or even none of the original members? We give you the lowdown on the bands that we believe are doing it right and one that we feel needs to stay home!

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Happy Holidays from Retro Rock Roundup! In this special Christmas Episode, Mike and Jeremy talk about their favorite and least favorite Christmas songs by classic rock artists! See which artist and bands have been naughty or nice!

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Jeremy and Mike recap five wonderful years of Retro Rock Roundup. We are joined by some special guests who have been great supporters and contributors to our podcast.

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In the latest of our Chicago Scene series episodes, we speak with Singer/Songwriter, Brian Krumm about his musical journey - from his bands Suede Chain to The Great Crusades, to his latest solo album with his band The Barfly Friends, Just Fade Away.

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In this episode, we speak with author Gillian Gaar about her excellent new book, Tom Petty: A Life & Music. We discuss the book and Tom Petty's amazing career.

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In the Bonus Episode, we speak with Eric Butler, leader of Indiscipline: A Tribute To King Crimson. This band of some of the finest musicians is the best King Crimson expierience the Midwest has to offer. We discuss the formation of the band, the challenge of putting together a setlist of this magnitude, and the band's upcoming performance on December 6th at Reggies in Chicago.

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In Episode 2 or our 2 part "Bruce Giving" Week episodes, Jeremy and Mike are joined by Rock In Retrospect host, Nick Bambach to review the new Bruce Springsteen biopic, Delver Me From Nowhere. We also discuss Nick's recent attendance at The 2025 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, and Mike and Jeremy recall their 2021 visit to Bruce Springsteen's hometown of Freehold, New Jersey.

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In Part 1 of our 2 Episode "Bruce Giving" week, Jeremy and Mike deep dive into the "Electric Nebraska" tracks from Bruce Springsteen's recently released Nebraska '82 Box Set.

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In this New Music Friday episode, we speak with the members of Anything Ever, a great up-and-coming band from New York that combines fantastic hook filled pop/rock with Kansas inspired violin.

We deep dive into their excellent debut album, Sleepless Nights.

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In this episode, author Tim Durling joins us to talk about his book, Sing Me Away, The Night Ranger Album Review. We also Tim's love of collecting rare 8-Track tapes and his Tim's Vinyl Confession You Tube show.

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In this episode, we speak with legendary rocker Graham Parker and author Jay Nachman about their great new book, Graham Parker's Howlin' Wind, which tells the story of Graham's early life and career that led up to his iconic 1976 debut album, Howlin' Wind.

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In this episode, we speak with Terry Adams, Jr., who fronts The Phil Collins Experience - a multi-media production that pays tribute to Phil Collns and Genesis. We discuss Terry's musical journey, his love of Phil Collins and Genesis, and the band's upcoming Chicagoland performances.

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It's our 3rd Annual Halloween Episode! And as usual, we are joined by Eric Peter Schwartz and Eric Dinse of the League of Erics duo, and we discuss our favorite deep and dark Halloween rock songs!

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In this episode, we speak with legendary rocker John Cafferty about him and his band John Cafferty and the Beaver Brown Band's career, including their commercial breakthrough with the Eddie and The Cruisers Soundtrack. We also discuss writing songs for Sylvester Stallone movies, and what led them earlier this year to record a great new album, Sound Of Waves.

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Hailed by Rolling Stone magazine for their "late-night decadence and velvet tones", wht.rbbt.obj. is a rock and roll reckoning! Rabbit and Francis from wht.rbbt.ob. join us to deep dive into their latest amazing album Oscar Bravo Juliett.

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In Part 2 of this week's Double Shot Of Rock, veteran rocker Roger Deering returns to talk about his band, Crymwav, and its latest singles, Sense Of Adventure and Speak No Evil!

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In Part 1 of this week's Double Shot Of Rock, we speak to legendary bassist and founding member of Blackfoot, Greg T. Walker about his incredible new band Two Wolf!

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Jeremy joins Mike in the studio to talk about all things TWRP! We discuss the Canadian band's recent performance in Chicago and their latest excellent album The Longest Weekend.

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In this Chicago Scene episode, we speak with Chicago singer/songwriter Terry Smith. We discuss the many bands he is a part of including the Modern Day Saints, The Yellowhammers and Cannonball as well as his great solo work. We take a deep dive into his latest excellent album, 'You Won't Have A Name'.

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In this bonus episode, we speak with Cathy Richardson, Lead Singer of Jefferson Starship for the last 17 years. We discuss how the band is honoring the late Paul Kantner's wishes to keep the music and legacy of Jefferson Starship alive. We also talk about their Runaway Again tour and their upcoming performance at the Arcada Theatre in St. Charles, IL

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Maia Sharp is a great American Songwriter and Singer. Her songs have been recorded and performed by some of the best artists in the world including, Cher, Bonnie Raitt, Art Garfunkel and so many more. In this episode, we speak with Maia about her musical journey and her latest solo album, Tomboy.

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In this New Music Friday episode, we talk to Junior Bourcier, Guitarist and songwriter of Atomik Train. Atomik Train is a full throttle hard rock band hailing from Montreal, Canada. We deep dive into their great upcoming self-titled debut album.

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In this episode, author Sean Egan returns to talk about his latest Quarto Publishing book, Bruce Springsteen and Born To Run 50 Years.

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In this bonus episode, we are joined by Roger Boyd, founding member of Head East, and Ron Romeo, head of the Illinois Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Head East is being inducted into the Illinois Rock Hall Of Fame on September 14th. We talk to Roger about the band induction and their 50th Anniversary, and to Ron about the Illinois Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame and their upcoming induction ceremony.

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In this episode, we speak with legendary guitarist and founding member of Marillion, Steve Rothery. We discuss his latest project Bioscope, with Thorston Quaeschning of Tangerine Dream and their new album Gento.

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In this New Music Friday episode, we speak with a great young singer/songwriter from Kilkenny, Ireland, Cormac Leahy. Cormac has taken Tik Tok and Instagram by storm with his amazing Bob Dylan and Donovan covers and his great original music. We also discuss his band, The Niks, who also have some great rocking songs.

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In this episode, we speak with rock violinist Joe Deninzon. Hailed as the "Jimi Hendrix of Violin", Joe has played with great artists including Bruce Springsteen, The Who, Ritchie Blackmore, and many others. In 2023, he was selected as the new violinist for Kansas, and he has his own excellent band, Stratopheerius. We discuss his musical journey, playing with Kansas, and Statopheerius' latest album, Imposter.

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Heavy Metal Week Episode #3 - We speak with Joe Miller, founder of the great Defenders Of The Faith heavy metal wehzine and lead singer for Dreamline - A Tribute To Rush. We discuss his inspiration in founding this webzine, his recent experience seeing Black Sabbath and Ozzy's last show in Birmingham, and his musical journey that led to him singing in a Rush tribute band.

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It's Heavy Metal Week on Retro Rock Roundup! In Episode #2, we speak with Andi Deris, one of the three lead vocalists of the legendary heavy metal band Helloween. We discuss the bands 40th Anniversary and their latest album, Giants and Monsters.

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Welcome to Heavy Metal Week on Retro Rock Roundup. In episode #1 we speak with author Daniel Bukszpan about his latest great Quarto Publishing book, Iron Maiden At 50. We also discuss the recent passing of Ozzy Osbourne.

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In this New Music Friday episode, we speak with Anthony Doughty, lead singer and guitarist with Sounds Of The Good Life, one of the hottest "Vintage Rock" bands in the Chicagoland area. We discuss the bands formation, last years excellent EP, New Horizons and their latest single "Tonight".

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In part 2 or 2 episodes focusing on Bruce Springsteen's Lost Tracks II Box Set, Jeremy and Mike deep dive into the box set and give you a "Cliff 's Notes" overview of this seven-album juggernaut.

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In part 1 or 2 episodes focusing on Bruce Springsteen's Lost Tracks II Box Set, we speak with veteran guitarist and Bruce Springsteen's former band member, Shane Fontayne. We discuss Shane's work with Bruce in the 90's and his participation in Bruce's "Streets of Philadelphia Sessions" album from the Lost Tracks II Box Set.

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In this episode, we speak with Corey and Ron of Pangaea. Pangaea has been making incredible rock music since 1989. We discuss their latest album, The Reckoning.

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In this episode, we speak with Kate Fagan, who was very influential in the early 80's Chicago Punk Rock scene. Her independant single I Don't Wanna Be Too Cool, was one of top selling independant singles of the era. She went on to open for bands like The Clash and The English Beat with her ska band, Heavy Manners. Kate is still writing and performing today and we discuss her latest music and upcoming performances.

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Who is David Ackles?? He was a groundbreaking singer-songwriter in the late 1960s and early 1970s who released four critically acclaimed albums and then seemingly disappeared. We speak with author Mark Brend who has written a great book on David's life called Down River In Search of David Ackles.

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In this New Music Friday episode, we speak with singer/songwriter AJ Rosales. We discuss his "progressive acoustic", genre bending songs and we deep dive into his latest album Phasedrift.

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In this episode we speak with Singer/Songwriter Kenny Nolan. Kenny not only had the great 70's ballad I Like Dreamin', but also wrote some of the greatest pop songs ever, including My Eyes Adored You, and Lady Marmalade. 48 years after his solo debut, Kenny has just released a great new album, Oh Peaceful Mountain.

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In this New Music Friday episode, we speak with Austin, Texas based rocker Annie Davis of Trashy Annie. We discuss her unique musical journey, her genre-defying music, and her latest single, "Some Strange."

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In this episode, we speak with Chip Z'Nuff from the legendary band Enuff Z'Nuff to talk about the bands 40 year history and discuss their 21st studio album, Xtra Cherries, which features a list of rock royalty, including Robin Zander, Steve Stevens, Steve Adler, Neal Schon and more!

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In this New Music Friday episode, we speak with 18 year old singer/songwriter from Philadelphia Dylan Zangwill. In his short career, Dylan has starred on America's Got Talent and American Idol. He has written some excellent original songs that are influenced by Bob Dylan, Gregg Allman and Joe Cocker.

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In this episode, Mike and Jeremy deep dive into an album that they think needs more love,

The Rolling Stones' 1973 studio album, Goats Head Soup!

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In this New Music Friday episode, we talk to lead singer/guitarist Ross Nelson from the Chicagoland punk rock band Westwood. We talk about the bands formation and deep dive into their explosive new album, Who The F*ck Is Westwood?

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In this episode, we welcome co-host Nick Bambach, host of the Rock In Retrospect podcast and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame aficianado, to discuss the 2025 Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame Inductees.

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In this episode we speak with Singer/Keyboardist Teresa James. Teresa's band, The Rhythm Tramps, is LA's hottest blues band. We also discuss her solo work as well as her recent performances with Our House - The Music of CSN&Y.

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30 years after taking the world by storm with their hit Breakfast At Tiffanys, Deep Blue Something is still making great music! We speak with founding member Todd Pipes about the groups journey and their latest excellent album Lunar Phase.

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In this episode, we speak with Kael Mboya of Ascendant. Kael formed Ascendant 25 years ago with of some of the greatest musicians in the industry and craft the most uplifting R & B music around. We talk to Kael about his band's evolution and their latest single Loved Saved My Life.

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In this New Music Friday episode, the members of Burn The Jukebox join us to talk about the newest member of their band, Luke Hoffman, their two-guitar, harder-edge sound, and their upcoming summer tour!

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In this episode, we speak with Singer/Songwriter/Producer Jim Messina. We discuss how he came about partnering with Kenny Loggins as Loggins and Messina in the early 1970s and selling 16 million albums. We also discuss his earlier career with Buffalo Springfield, Poco, his post-Loggins and Messina solo career, and his current tour with his band, The Road Runners.

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In this New Music Friday episode, we speak with Jefferson, Ella and Lila of Secret Monkey Weekend, the great family power pop trio that's taking North Carolina by storm. We discuss their excellent new album Lemon Drop Hammer. that was produced by former R.E.M. producer Don Dixon.

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In this episode, we speak with Ron Onesti, President of Onesti Entertainment, which operates two of the best concert venues in Chicago: the Arcada Theatre and the Des Plaines Theatre. We talk to Ron about his rock and roll roots, why rock bands like to play at his venues, and how the two theaters are celebrating their 100th Anniversary!

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In this episode, we speak with noted author Sean Egan about his amazing new book,

"Decade of Dissent, How 1960's Bob Dylan Changed The World".

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In this episode, we speak with Firefall founding member and lead guitarist Jock Bartley about the bands 50 year history and their latest album Friends and Famly 2.

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100In this New Music Friday episode, we speak with Matt Cortez, lead singer and founding member of Silver Dollar, a great up-and-coming band from Chicago. The band performs an amazing blend of punk, heavy metal, and classic rock. We deep-dive into their self-titled debut album.10

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In this episode we speak with authors and photographers Jim Summaria and Mark Plotnick about their excellent new book 70's Chicagoland Rock Concerts, a book that brings back to life amazing rock performances of the 70's with exclusive photos, history and more!

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In this episode, Mike and Jeremy pay tribute to legendary producer Roy Thomas Baker, who passed away earlier this month. We discuss his amazing run as a producer in the 70s where he produced multi-platinum albums for Queen, The Cars, Journey, Foreigner, and more!

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In this episode, we speak with Derek Shulman, founding member and multi-instrumentalist of the legendary 70's prog rock band Gentle Giant. We discuss the band's career and the re-release of their 1977 groundbreaking live album, Playing The Fool.

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In this Bonus Episode, we speak with Chicago Blues man Rob "The Wild Boar" Moore about his latest solo album "Chicago Dog"!

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In this episode, we speak with Singer/Songwriter Steve Postell, who is best known for his work with The Immediate Family, David Crosby Band and Our House. We deep dive into Steve's excellent new solo album, Walking Through These Blues, and also discuss his upcoming tour as part of Our House - a tribute to Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young.

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In this episode we speak with veteran guitarist, songwriter and singer Jamie James. Jamie has been making great music for decades. We discuss his ground breaking early 80's rockabilly trio The Kingsbees, his collaborations with actors Harry Dean Stanton and Dennis Quaid and we deep dive into Jamie James new solo album Straight Up.

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In this episode, longtime guitarist for Foghat, Bryan Bassett returns to talk to us about the band's 50th Anniversary celebration of their iconic song Slow Ride. We also discuss their latest single and their upcoming live performances

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In this episode, we talk to singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist Rocket Stahr about his great animated rock opera Death Of A Rock Star. If you are into Glam Rock, 70s Rock, and Theater Rock, this episode is for you!

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In this Thursday Bonus Episode we talk with Roger Boyd, Keyboardist and founding member of Head East. We take a deep dive into debut album, Flat As A Pancake, which is celebrating it's 50th Anniversary this year We also discuss his upcoming performance at the Arcada Theater in St. Charles, IL.

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In this bonus episode, Cavetone Records recording artists, The Ex-Bombers and The League of Erics join me to discuss Caveton Records upcoming 17th Anniversary Concert!

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In this episode, the great Lawrence Gowan of Styx returns to talk to us about the upcoming

Styx Brotherhood Of Rock summer tour where they will be playing their Grand Illusion album in it's

entirety. We also discuss how the band has endured for 53 years and their upcoming new album.

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In this New Music Friday episode, we speak with the members of the great up and coming teen blues/rock band from Wisconsin, Candy Cigarette. Formed right before the pandemic, the band has released some blistering original songs including their latest single Revolution.

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In this episode, Jerry Smith, bassist and one of the founding members of the late 60's/early 70's Jazz/Rock band, The Flock returns to discuss their recent reuniting and their upcoming performance on March 22 at the Arcada Theatre in St. Charles, IL

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In this episode we speak with Paul Rappaport who had a storied 33 year career at Columbia Records during the golden age of rock. A legend of music promotion, Paul has just published a great book, Gliders Over Holllywood, which gives a dynamic never before told tales of his adventures with some of rock's elite, including The Rolling Stones, Pink Floyd, Bruce Springsteen, Billy Joel and many more!

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In this episode, legendary New York City rocker Willie Nile returns to talk about his recent appearance at the Light of Day concert with Bruce Springsteen and we also discuss his upcoming new album that you his fans can be a part of! Check this episode for more details!

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In this New Music Friday episode, we speak with veteran guitarist/singer Dario Lorina (Jani Lane, Zakk Wylde) about his new band Dark Chapel, and their upcoming debut album, Spirt In The Glass.

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In this episode, Diamond and Mr. Zero from the legendary band The Kings return to discuss the bands legacy, their latest album and their new single, A Rose For Your Stone.

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In this Monday Bonus Episode, we speak with Bassist and Multi Instrumentalist, Malcolm Bruce. Bruce is the son of the legendary Jack Bruce, and together with Kofi Baker (Ginger Baker's son), they have formed Sons Of Cream to explore the iconic music of their fathers.

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In this episode, we speak with singer/songwriter Bruce Sudano. Brue has been writing and co-writing award-winning songs for 6 decades for such artists as Tommy James, Brooklyn Dreams, Jermaine Jackson, and Dolly Parton. Bruce was married to Donna Summer for 3 decades before she death in 2012. He co-wrote many songs with Donna, including Bad Girls. He is still writing and performing today and we discuss his latest solo album Talkin' Ugly Truth, Tellin Pretty Lies.

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From her solo work to her collaboration with guitarist Martin Hauke to her gritty rock band Cozmic Mojo, singer/songwriter Elizabeth Lee has been making groundbreaking Americana music for over 2 decades.

We talk to her about her incredible music and her upcoming projects.

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We close out Heavy Metal Week with a fantastic New Music Friday episode with a great up and coming heavy rock band from Chicago, Wolfram. We deep dive into their powerhouse debut EP, Sin City.

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To kick off Heavy Metal Week on Retro Rock Roundup, we speak with John Gallagher, founding member of the legendary heavy metal band Raven. We discuss the band's 50th Anniversary and their upcoming EP "Can't Take Away The Fire".

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In this episode, we speak with Lua Crofts, daughter of Dash Crofts, who, along with Brady Seals (Little Texas), have formed Seals and Crofts 2 to keep the great tradition and music of Seals and Crofts alive and also record their own new music.

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In this episode, Danny, Chad Michael and Scotty from the New York heavy rock band Wicked return to the studio to talk about their two new singles and their upcoming tour!

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In this New Music Friday episode, we talk to Mike Clarke and John Chominsky from the Los Angeles band, Final Gravity. We discuss their great hook filled heavy rock and their latest EP, Stormchaser.

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To celebrate our 300th Episode, Jeremy is back in the studio, and we deep dive into a great forgotten classic rock album, Twelve Dreams of Dr Sardonicus by Spirit.

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In Part 2 of our 2024 Wrap-Up Episodes, we talk about our favorite New Music Friday interviews with up and coming artists and bands of 2024.

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In this episode, author Daniel Bukszpan returns to discuss his excellent new book Rush At 50

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In this episode, we speak with singer/songwriter Robbie Fulks, who has been making ground breaking roots/americana/folk music since the middle 90's. We discuss his career and his latest album, 2023's Bluegrass Vacation.

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In this episode, we speak with Michael Jahnz of Richrath Project 3;13, a band that pays tribute to REO Speedwagon and REO's legendary guitarist Gary Richrath. Michael was the lead singer and co-wrote with Gary Richrath in the 90s in his band after he left REO Speedwagon.

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In this New Music Friday episode, we speak with Canadian "One Man Blues Band", singer/songwriter Steve Hill. We deep dive into his latest album, Hanging On A String.

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In this episode, we speak with the legendary multi instrumentalist, arranger director Tom "Bones" Malone". We cover his amazing career from his early days playing in Mississippi to playing with Frank Zappa, Blood Sweat and Tears, SNL Band, David Letterman and of course The Blues Brothers.

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In this episode, co-host Jeremy is back from college and we discuss his favorite band from Canada, TWRP. We discuss their history and deep dive into their latest album, Digital Nightmare.

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In this episode, veteran L.A. rocker Roger Deering returns to talk about his band Crymwav and their latest single, "Contagious."

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In this New Music Friday episode, we speak with Bert Lepore, lead singer of Montecarlo, one of Philadelphia's best up-and-coming heavy rock bands. We discuss the band's musical journey and their latest single, "Thorn In My Side."

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In this episode, we take you back to the Chicago progressive rock scene of the late 60s/early 70s as we speak with Neal Rosner, founding member of the band McLuhan. Formed in Chicago in the late 60s, they made some of the most unique progressive rock/jazz/fusion music of their era. They only released one album, "Anomaly," but it is a cult classic, and now the band has reunited after all these years and has released the album for the first time in 5 decades!

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In this episode, we speak with Hirsh Gardner, founding member of the great late 70's band New England. We discuss how the band landed Paul Stanley to produce their debut album, opening for Kiss on their 1979 Dynasty tour and Hirsh's inspiration to release his latest solo album, Third Times A Charm.

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In this New Music Friday episode, we speak with an up-and-coming singer/songwriter from Macon, Georgia, about his excellent debut album, Here I Come.

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In Part 2 of our Novo Combo interviews, we speak with Pete Hewlett (guitar/vocals) and Stephen Dees, (bass/vocals) about their new album 45W 55th.

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In part 1 of 2 Novo Combo episodes, we speak with Jack Griffith, Novo Combo's guitarist, about their latest release, 45W 55th.

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In this New Music Friday episode, we speak with Dan and Bob from Corduroy Cat about their latest album Love and Lament.

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Do you have any "Skeletons "in your closet? We sure do, and in our 2nd Annual Halloween Episode, we are again joined by the great rock duo, The League of Erics, to discuss our favorite deep Halloween Rockers by a variety of spooktacular artists! We hope you have a ghoulish good time listening!!!

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Veteran rocker Tim Izzard and Dandy Stardust Diver host and creator Gregory Dobbins

join us to deep dive into their latest Sir Prize and The Twomorrow Knightz album

"The Glitter Generation"

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Nektar has been making groundbreaking progressive rock since 1969! 55 years later, they have just released their latest album, "Mission To Mars," which is one of their best yet. We speak with Nektar members Ryche, Maryann, and founding member Derek "Mo" Moore about their journey and their latest album.

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In this New Music Friday episode, we speak with New York-based singer/songwriter Mark Bacino about his latest album, Top Of The World.

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Iain Matthews has been in the music industry for over five decades. From his start with The Fairporrt Convention in the late '60s to Matthews Southern Comfort and Plainsong to his amazing solo career, he continues to write and record excellent music. We talk about his musical journey and his latest album, How Much Is Enough, which will be released on October 25th of this year.

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In this special bonus episode, we speak with Chris Lockheed, founder of the Traveling Wilburys Revue tribute band. The Revue keeps alive the magic and music of The Traveling Wilburys by performing live their music and solo songs of each member of the Wilburys all across the United States.

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In the latest edition of our 2024 Rock Hall Spotlight episodes, we are joined by podcast guest extrodinaire and Dave Matthews Band fan, Michael Bagfford to deep dive into DMB's first five studio albums.

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In this episode, we speak with Bassist/Vocalist of The Doobie Brothers, John Cowan. We discuss his current tour with The Doobies, his musical journey including his groundbreaking band in the 70's and 80's, The New Grass Revival, his solo career and his latest book "Hold To A Dream".

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In this episode, Tony Kishmam, who was in the original cast of Beatlemania, endorsed by Sir George Martin and Paul McCartney himself and has now created an amazing concert - Live and Let Die - The Music of Paul McCartney. Tony returns to our studio to talk about his upcoming performances!

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In this New Music Friday episode, we speak with Erica from the great up and coming rock band from New Jersey, Seems Like Tuesday. We deep dive in the band's latest singles they've released this year and we premiere their latest song, "Wasted Summer".

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In this episode, we talk to Jim Richey of the Pozers who have been making excellent hook laden pop/rock for over 3 decades. We discuss their early albums and we deep dive into the their latest release Something Pop.

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In this 2024 Rock Hall Inductee Spotlight episode we are joined by Rock Hall expert and host of the Rock In Retrospect podcast, Nick Bambach as we discuss the music and career of Cher.

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In this New Music Friday, we speak with Boone Froggett of the band Otis. We discuss their southern rock and blues roots, their earlier albums Tough Times and Eyes of the Sun, and their latest single "Last Fool In The Line".

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In this episode we speak with Richie Onorio and Patrick Allen Stone of Sweet. We discuss how the band keeps its great legacy and music alive and we also discuss their latest single, "Little Miracle".

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In this New Music Friday episode, we speak wth Omad Records recording artist, singer/songwriter Arwen Lewis. We discuss her musical journey, following in the footsteps of her father, Peter Lewis of Moby Grape and her latest EP Under The Stars.

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In this episode, we interview author Christopher Long and guitarist Bella Perron about Christopher's latest book "Garage Sale Vinyl"

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In this New Music Friday Episode, we talk with Josh Siegal of The Red Spot Rhythm Section. Josh leads this Chicago based music collective and combines Reggae, Ska, Americana and Funk into their own amazing sound. We discuss their musical journey and their latest album Twilight.

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In this episode, we speak with virtuoso guitarist Jeff Kollman. We discuss his musical journey over the last 4 decades, which, includes his collaboration with great artists, as Alan Parsons, Phill Mogg, and Chad Smith. Then we discuss his latest amazing solo album 2023 A.D.

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In this New Music Friday episode, we speak with Chicago based Singer/Songwriter Joe DiZillo. We discuss his vast musical influences and his latest album Bringing It Back.

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In this episode we speak with Robyn Robins, former keyboardist for Bob Seger's Silver Bullet Band in the 70's and now a recording engineer who has engineered and mastered over 3,000 albums for some of the greatest artists and and is the world!!

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In this episode, we speak with Roger Boyd, founding member and keyboardist of Head East. We discuss the bands legacy, their upcoming 50th Anniversary and their latest album Full Circle.

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In this New Music Friday episode, we speak with the members of Downers Groove, a great jam band from the Chicagoland area. We talk about their formation 12 years ago their love of music and their upcoming performance at the 12th Annual Homegrown Arts and Music Festival.

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In this episode, we speak with percussionist, producer and songwriter Leslie Mandoki from The Mandoki Soulmates, a music collective of some of greatest rock artists in the world, including Ian Anderson, Simon Philips, Randy Brecker, Al DiMeola and many more. We discuss the bands history and their latest great new album A Memory of our Future.

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In this New Music Friday episode, we are live at Crooked Arm Vinyl and Tap in Lisle, IL with Aaron Williams and Brian Christian Adam from Local Nation who are running the 12th Annual Homegrown Arts and Music Festival. We discuss the legacy of this festival and this years great lineup of bands and artists.

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In this episode, I am joined by Primal Moon guitarist and Rolling Stones aficionado Brian Alberts as we recap the recent Rolling Stones concerts at Soldier Field in Chicago.

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In the New Music Friday episode, we speak with Chicago based guitarist and songwriter Brett Ratner about his musical journey and his latest EP, Cityscapes.

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In this episode, we speak with founding member of 10cc, Graham Gouldman. We discuss their upcoming "Greatest Hits" Tour, Graham's great songs he wrote for other bands and artists, and his latest solo album, "I Have Notes".

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In this episode, we are live in person at the Viceroy Hotel in Chicago with John Corabi and Doug Aldrich from The Dead Daisies. We discuss the band's great chemistry, their current tour, and their upcoming album, Light 'Em Up.

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In this New Music Friday episode, the great wht.rbbt.obj returns to the Retro Rock Roundup Studio to discuss their latest EP, Romeo Bravo Bravo Tango.

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In this episode, we speak with Dw Dunphy, lead singer of Orbis Max. Orbix Max is a internet collective band who has been making great hook-filled rock and pop songs for decades. We discuss their 2023 self titled album as well as their latest singles released so far this year.

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In this episode, we speak with Corey and Andi Schenck, founding members of Pangaea.

Pangaea has been making melodic progressive rock for 25 years. We talk about their early music

and their latest excellent album Beowulf.

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In this New Music Friday episode, we speak with singer/songwriter Mark Lofgren who has been in the Chicago music scene for decades with The Luck of Eden Hall and The Thin Cherries, about his lastest solo album Black Moon Book 3.

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In this episode, we speak with Eric Troyer, singer, keyboardist and founding member of ELO II and The Orchestra, who have been keeping the great songs of ELO alive for decades. We also discuss Eric's great session work with Billy, Joel, Jim Steinman and John Lennon.

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In the second installment of our Rock Hall 2024 Inductee Spotlight episodes, Jeremy had Mike deep dive into the career of upcoming inductee Peter Frampton

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In this episode, we talk with Jerry Smith, founding member and bassist of the legendary Jazz/Rock band The Flock We discuss their groundbreaking first two albums, their legacy and recent reuniting and upcoming performance.

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In this episode, we speak with veteran guitarist and original co-founder of Grand Slam. Laurence Archer. Laurence originally formed Grand Slam with Phil Lynott of Thin Lizzy in 1984. The band was short-lived after Phil passed away in 1986. However, Laurence has reformed the band and they are releasing a great new album Wheel Of Fortune.

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In this episode, we speak with Mick Box, legendary guitarist and founder of the great Uriah Heep.

We discuss the band's legacy, their current tour with Saxon, and their amazing new album

Chaos and Colour

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In this episode, we speak with singer/songwriter Robert LaRoche, former frontman of the great 90's band, The Sighs. We discuss his journey with The Sighs and his solo career including a deep dive into his latest great album Forevermore.

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In this New Music Friday episode, we speak with Dav and Seth from A Doll's House. We talk about their unique 30 year musical journey that led to this year's debut album Annum.

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In the first installment of our 2024 Rock Hall Inductee Spotlight episodes, Jeremy and Mike celebrate Foreigner's pending induction by deep diving into some of their favorite Foreigner deep cuts.

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In this New Music Friday episode, we talk with Chicago-based singer/songwriter Dolph Chaney about his musical journey, being part of a great innovative record label, Big Stir Records, playing the upcoming Pop Overthrow Festival, and his latest excellent album Mug!

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In this episode, we speak with veteran keyboardist T Beat, who has worked and collaborated with a host of legendary artists including Crosby, Stills and Nash, Richie Valens, Robby Krieger of The Doors, Kiss, and more! T Bear in the last few years has restarted his solo career and we deep dive into his excellent new album The Way Of The World.

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In this episode we are previewing the upcoming national Record Store Day with Mike Marchetti, owner of Black Dog Vinyl Cafe in Plainfield IL. We discuss the history of Record Store Day, the upcmoing RSD releases and a little background of Mike's great record store/music venue., Black Dog Vinyl Cafe.

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In this New Music Friday episode, we speak with the great hard rocking band, Wicked! We talk about their musical journey, their camaraderie, and their latest album Sunburn!

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In this episode, we speak with Ronnie Platt, lead singer of the legendary band Kansas. We discuss their 50th Anniversay - Another Fork In the Road Tour, and how their music continues to touch generations of listeners.

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In this New Music Friday episode, Rock and Roll is alive and well in New York City with this great explosive singer/songwriter Des Rocs! We discuss his musical journey- from releasing his first EP in 2018 to opening for The Rolling Stones in 2019 to his latest album Dream Machine.

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In this episode, we speak with singer/songwriter, bandleader, producer, and keyboardist with the Ides of March, Scott May. We discuss his musical journey, working with the legendary Jim Peterik and his latest solo album Isle Of View.

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In this New Music Friday episode, we speak with Canadian Indigenous singer/songwriter Adrian Sutherland. We discuss his musical journey and his latest album Precious Diamonds.

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In this week's episode, we speak with Emmy Award-winning multi-instrumentalist Brian Tarquin who has released 2 great new albums - Brothers In Arms and Beyond The Warrior's Eyes with his "Heavy Friends" including Joe Satriani, Eric Johnson ,and Jean Luc-Ponty.

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In this episode, Mike and Jeremy debate and deep dive into Elton John's "Infamous" Victim Of Love album. Jeremy thinks it's a hot dance record and Mike wishes he wouldn't have spent $6 of his first-ever paycheck on it in 1979.

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In this New Music Friday episode, we speak with a great up-and-coming singer/songwriter from the Chicagoland area, Alain. We discuss his musical journey and his latest album Giving It Nothing Anymore.

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In this episode, we talk with legendary rocker, Jim Peterik. We discuss The Ides Of March's upcoming 60th Anniversary as a band, his latest World Stage project. Jim also came prepared with his guitar and performed some live versions of his iconic hit songs!

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In this New Music Friday episode, we speak with Mark Vickery, guitarist and vocalist from he great up and coming band, Cosmic Bull. We discuss their new album "Band Substances".

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Don Danneman, founding member of The Cyrkle, returns to our studio to announce that 58 years after the band's first hit single, Red Rubber Ball, The Cyrkle are releasing a great new single "Dance With Me Tonight" and a new album "Revival".

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In this New Music Friday episode, we speak with singer/songwriter Noah Gabriel. We talk about his career, music and his upcoming new album.

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In this episode we speak to singer/guitarist Peter Lewis, founding member of the great 60's band Moby Grape. We discussthe bands shortened career but long-standing influence on rock and roll. We also deep dive into Peter's latest great solo album Imagination.

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In this episode we speak with songwriter Stacy Widelitz, who co-wrote the 80's hit single from the hit movie Dirty Dancing - "She's Like The Wind" with Patrick Swazye. We talk about how that song launched Stacy's career in songwriting that's lasted over 4 decades.

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It's New Music Friday, and iin this episode we talk with Dan Abu Absi, bandleader of of the Chicago base band, Radio Free Honduras.

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We are "Switchin' To Glide" on this episode as David Diamond and Mr. Zero from The Kings join us to talk about career and their latest great album, The Longest Story Ever Told.

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In this New Music Friday Episode, we speak with Chicago-based singer/songwriter Jared Rabin about him winning the John Lennon Songwriting Contest, his album, Tunnel's End and his we preimier his latest single "Remind Myself To Breathe".

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In this episode, we speak with legendary Illinois rocker, Dirty Dan Buck of The Boyzz. We talk about their iconic 1978 debut album, Too Wild To Tame and rowdy 70's live shows and their new biography.

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In this episode, we speak with Michael Bluestein, keyboardist for the last 16 years with Foreigner. We talk about their "Feels Like The Last Time" Farewell tour and the joy of bringing their great songs to all ages.

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In this New Music Friday episode, we speak with Chicago area singer/songwriter, Dan Asio about his latest single Let's Go.

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In this episode, we speak with legendary lead singer, Biff Byford of Saxon! We discuss their upcoming tour with Uriah Heep and Saxon's latest great album Hell, Fire and Damnation.

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In this episode, Mike and Jeremy deep dive into Styx classic 1981 album Paradise Theater on the 43rd Anniversary of the album's release.

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In this episode we talk with Grammy Award winning songwiriter John DeNicola, who has written and co-written songs for numerous rock artists including John Waite and Eddie Money. John also co-wrote two of the biggest hits from the Dirty Dancing soundtrack. Recently he has released two solo albums, "Why Because" and "She Said".

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In this special "Open Mic" episode, we speak with 10 year old guitarist/singer, Holden Garcia who is taking the Chicago Suburb Open Mike Nights by storm with his great interpatations of rock, country and folk songs.

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In this episode, we speak with veteran guitarist Glenn Alexander, who has played guitar for Southside Johnny and The Asbury Jukes for the past 15 years. Glenn has numerous other musical projects including the bands Shadowland and Blue Americana with his daughter, singer Oria Aspen.

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In this New Music Friday episode, we talk with Chicago singer/songwriter Pierce Crask about

his new album Rising River and a very interesting story of how a recently acquired 150 year old

Martin guitar led to inspiration for one of the songs on the album.

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In this episode, we talk with the great rocking trio from York Pennsylvania, The Small Town Titans about their great music including their great album "The Ride"!

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In Part 2 of our 3rd Anniversary Recap - Jeremy and Mike are joined by Primal Moon lead singer Joe Brunker to go through the great up and coming artists and bands we have interviewed in the last 3 years.

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In this New Music Friday Episode, we speak with Singer/Songwriter Trapper Schoepp about his musical journey and his new album, Siren Songs.

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We are celebrating the 3rd Anniversary of the Retro Rock Roundup podast with Part 1 or

2 episodes! In Part 1 we celebrate the classic rock artists and bands that we have interviewed the

last 3 years.

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In this episode, we speak with "Stan Paulie", lead singer of the Kiss tribute band from

Chicago, Phat Kiss. We discuss the legacy of Kiss and how they are keeping the spirit

and experience of Kiss alive!

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In this New Music Friday episode, we speak with River and Frank from the great Chicago altnerative rock band, wht.rbbt.obj, about their latest EP, Whiskey Hotel Tango.

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Iin this episode, we speak with members of the up and coming Chicago rock band, Primal Moon about their latest album "Ain't Gonna Change".

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In this week's episode, we speak with veteran rocker, Roger Deering about his great new band

Crymwav and their debut EP, 24/7

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In this New Music Friday episode, we speak with a great up-and-coming band from Jackson, Tennesee, Music By Kota. We discuss their musical influences, sonwriting process and their latest EP, Nuclear - Wave One.

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In this episode we speak with guitarist Bryan Bassett of Foghat about the legendary band's latest album Sonic Mojo.

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In this New Music Friday Episode, We interview Chicago singer/songwriter Matt Tiegler about his great new album Hands Free Down Hill.

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In this episode, we speak with UK musician, Malcolm Bruce, son of late Jack Bruce, about his new Cream tribute album, "Heavenly Cream - An Acoustic Tribute to Cream".

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In this installment of New Music Friday on Retro Rock Roundup, we speak with New York singer, songwriter, and bandleader Chapell on his latest album "Two Fishes".

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In this special Halloween Episode, we are joined by the rock duo, The League of Erics, to pick our favorite Halloween rock songs.

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In Part 3 of our celebration of Rolling Stones Week, Jeremy and Mike Deep Dive into the Rolling Stones last studio alb01um with Mick Taylor, 1974's It's Only Rock and Roll.

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In Part 2 of our celebration of Rolling Stones Week, Jeremy and Mike Deep Dive into the Rolling Stones 1964 US debut album, "England's Newest Hitmakers".

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As the kickoff to Rolling Stones Week on Retro Rock Roundup, Jeremy and Mike deep dive into the Rolling Stones latest album "Hackney Diamonds".

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In this episode, Electric Talon recording artist Wax Mekanix returns to the Retro Rock Roundup Studio to talk to Mike and Jeremy about his great new album "Psychotomimetic"!

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As part of our continuing "New Music Friday" episodes, we speak with the great up-and-coming band from Canada James Blonde about their latest album "Chameleon".

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01In this episode, we speak with author and journalist Daniel Bukszpan about his latest book

"Ozzy@75" - the story of Ozzy Osbourne.

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As a continuing part of our New Music Fridays, we speak with Erica and Steve, founding members of a great up-and-coming band from New Jersey, Seems Like Tuesday. We discussed their formation and their great new singles.

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In this episode, with Rock and Roll of Famer Felix Cavaliere of the Rascals about his great new solo album "Then and Now".

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As part of our New Music Friday episodes, we speak with a great up-and-coming hard rock band from Philadelphia. We talk aboutthe band's formation and their latest EP "Synthetic World"!

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In this episode, we speak with Jock Bartley of Firefall about the band's great 70's music, their longevity,and their latest album "Friends And Family".

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In this episode, we speak with Tony Kishman, who originally performed as "Paul" in the original award-winning Broadway production of "Beatlemania" and how leads "Live and Let Die, A Celebration Of The Music Of Paul McCartney".

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In this episode we speak with rock author Martin Popoff about his excellent new

book, "The Who + Quadrophenia".

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In this episode., we with speak with Diamond and Mr. Zero, founding members of The Kings.  You 

may know them for their legendary hit single from 1980, "This Beat Goes On/Switchin to Glide", 

but they have been rocking and making great music for 4 decades and we discuss their latest

amazing album, "The Longest Story Ever Told".

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In the episode, we speak with film director and producer, Pamela Pulice about her

latest documentary, "The Voice That Rocked America - The Dick Biondi Story".

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In this episode, Co-Host Jeremy Wiles discusses his Top 5 Favorite Bands of all time!!

What are his Top 5?? Listen and find out!

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In this episode, we speak with Sandy Kaye, who is a music journalist, radio personality and host of the international radio show "A Breath Of Fresh Air", about her music influences and stories about the great musical guests she has interviewed.

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In this episode, we speak with guitarist extraordinaire, Devan Davis, who at age 19 is taking the world by storm with his cutting edge guitar playing!

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In this episode we speak with Derrick Castenholz, DJ, Entrepreneur, owner of DJ DC Productions, and host of The Note Challenge that has taken Tik Tok by storm.  We discuss his classic rock background, influences, DJ business and how he created The One Note Challenge.

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This week Jeremy and Mike speak to Singer/Songwriter Tim Izzard and his songwriting partner Gregory Dobbins about their latest project, Sir Prize and The Twomorrow Knightz, and their excellent new album, "Glitter Gum and Bubble Pop" which celebrates a combination of US 60's Bubble Gum Pop with UK 70's Glam Rock!

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In this episode, we speak with Vince San Filippo of the indie rock band from Chicago, The Artist Formally Known As Vince about heir great new album Problematic Opera.

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In this episode, we speak with the members of Mock Star - one of the best 80's Hard Rock

tribute bands in the midwest.

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In this episode we speak with singer/songwriters Aaron Williams, Zachary Sonny Edwards, Brian Christian Adam, and Bryan Joseph Kuhn about the 11th Annual Homegrown Arts and Music Festival to be held in Lisle, IL on July 29th.

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In this episode, Mike and Jeremy are joined by Primal Moon guitarist, Justin Stockton to deep dive into the bands that were influential in the New Wave of British Heavy Metal movement in the late 70's and early 80's.

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In this episode we speak to Chicago Blues artist Nigel Mack about his latest album "Back In Style".

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In this episode we speak to the members of the hard rock SIIN, who have been making high-power, high-energy rock for decades and have worked with and opened for many great hard rock bands, including Styx, Queensryche and Ozzy Osbourne.  

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Singer/Songwriter Brad Redlich returns to the Retro Rock Roundup Studio to talk about his latest album "Chi-Rock".

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In this episode, Jeremy and Mike pay tribute to the late, great Tina Turner by discussing the 

amazing duet's she did in the 80's. We dive into her duets with Bryan Adams, Mick Jagger, David

Bowie and more!

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In this episode, Jeremy and Mike deep dive into the Beatle's 1967 release Magical Mystery Tour.

We discuss the background, the songs, and why we think it's sometimes a forgotten gem.

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An amazing singer/songwriter, Joe Rian hails from Chicago and writes and sings tavern songs that are road worn and are best consumed at your local pub!  

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Celebrating 50 years of "We're An American Band", we talk with founding member of Grand Funk Railroad, Don Brewer, and discuss the bands amazing career and what keeps them rockin' at a high level 5 decades later.

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We continue New Music Week on Retro Rock Roundup with a bonus episode where we speak with Tiffany, Mike and Sean from the great new band from New York, KIPANI.  We discuss their latest album "Spoiled Ingrates".

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To kick off New Music Week on Retro Rock Roundup, we speak with Bill Spears and Alan Rueda of the up-and-coming hard-rocking band Stone Whiskey from Raleigh, NC.  We discuss their 2021 album, "Rebel Of The Sun", and their latest single, a great cover of the Rolling Stone's "Doom and Gloom".

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In this episode, we speak with Myke Scavone, legendary lead singer of The Doughboys, Ram Jam, and The Yardbirds who is still rockin' strong at age 74!!

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In this episode, we speak with veteran Chicago musicians, Mark Vickery and Paul Mertens about their latest collaboration, Cosmic Bull and their new album "Hangin in the I.P."

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In this episode, we speak with legendary Songwriter and Producer Jim Vallance.  We discuss his early days in the Canadian rock band Prism, to co-writing great albums with Bryan Adams to his other work with Aerosmith, Heart, and more.

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In this episode, Mike and Jeremy deep dive into Billy Joel''s recent Record Store Day release "Live at the Great American Music Hall 1975.

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In this episode, Jeremy and Mike speak with Lawrence Gowan, lead singer, and keyboardist for Styx.  We discuss their 2023 tour and the audience's incredible response to their latest album "Crash Of The Crown".  

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In this episode with speak with amazing guitarist George Naha, who has gigged with a stellar list of artists including Aretha Franklin, Donald Fagan, and Roy Orbison as well as served as Music Director for Sam and Dave for many years.  He is currently touring with the great Steve Forbert. 

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In this episode, we speak with Nashville Singer/Songwriter Erik Martinek about his latest project, Canyon Land, and his debut EP, "My Side Of Euphoria, Pt. 1".

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In this episode, we speak with Jonny Foster, lead singer of the great up-and-coming UK Band, Hardwicke Circus.  We talk about their influences and distinct sound and preview a couple of singles for their upcoming album "Fly The Flag".

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In this episode, we speak with Burn The Jukebox - a teenage band from Pennsylvania who are burning up Tik Tok and the Internet with their great covers and original music.  We also preview their latest single "Hello World".

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In this episode, we speak with legendary guitarist and producer Caleb Quaye.  We discuss playing with Elton John and we discuss his new documentary "Louder Than Rock".

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In this episode, we talk with singer/songwriter John Brodeur aka Bird Streets about his excellent new album "Lagoon".

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In this episode, we speak with singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Daniel Gunderson about his debut solo album "Remember".

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In this episode, we speak with Brad Roberts of The Crash Test Dummies.  We talk about their breakthrough 90's album "God Shuffled His Feet" and their latest single "Sacred Alphabet".

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In this episode, we are joined by Bruce Springsteen "Super Fan" Ken Burton to discuss all things Bruce and  give our take on his excellent 2023 tour!

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This is Part 2 of Jeremy and Mike's deep dive into Paul McCartney's great new 7" Singles Box set.  In this episode, we cover the singles released during the great peak years of Wings from 1973-1979—also, Jeremy's New Music Corner.

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In this episode, Jeremy and Mike deep dive into Paul McCartney's 7" Singles Box Set.  Because there are 159 songs, we focus on the era from 1971-1973.Michael Wiles

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In this episode, we speak with Eric Peter Schwartz and Eric Dinse from the great rock duo, The League of Erics.  We discuss their latest EP "Toast".  We also discuss their musical influences and play an "American Top 40" game.

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In this episode, Dan and Daven from Jacks and Atoms return to our studio to talk about their latest single "Thought We Would Last".

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In this episode, we speak with Pat DeSalvo and Garnet Grimm from Savoy Brown about their latest great album "Blues All Around" which was recorded before the recent passing of founding member Kim Simmonds.

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In this episode, we speak with Elana Justin about her band Motive Black and their great new album Auburn.

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In this episode, we speak with singer/songwriter Al Rose.  Al is based in Chicago and has been putting out great music for 3 decades.  We discuss his latest album "Again The Beginner".

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In this episode, we speak with Nick Van Eede, vocalist and founding member of the great band Cutting Crew.  We discuss the band's career from their debut album, Broadcast, and their follow-up excellent album The Scattering to their latest recordings with a symphony orchestra.

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In this episode, we speak with Stanley Sheldon, who has played bass for over 4 decades with Tommy Bolin, Peter Frampton, Warren Zevon, Lou Gramm, and more.  We discuss his career and his latest project The Vinyl Machine.

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In this episode, we speak with Andy Victory of the Chicagoland Indie Rock Band The Secret Lives.

We discuss their songwriting process, influences, and their upcoming Lonely Hearts Festival.

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In this episode, we speak with Mickey Thomas of Starship.  We discuss the evolution of his great career from The Elvin Bishop Band, to Jefferson Starship to Starship, and how he still has Starship rocking 4 decades later.

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In this episode, we speak with Turkish recording artist Han Eryimaz, who has recruited some of most stellar musicians in the industry including Simon Phillips (Judas Priest, Toto) and Jesse Siebengerg (Kenny Loggins, Supertramp) among others, to create the great band Barista and a new album "01Justice Now".

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In this episode, Mike and Jeremy "deep dive" into REO Speedwagon's legendary album "Hi Infidelity".

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In this episode, we talk with Tony Kishman, who is the creator and leader of Live and Let Die - The Music of Paul McCartney. 

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In this episode, we speak with Paul Kamp, guitarist for the critically acclaimed Led Zeppelin tribute band, Led Zeppelin 2. 

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In this episode, we speak with Keyboardist, Singer, and Songwriter Doug Kistner about his great solo work and his new band Studio D'Lux featuring former Chicago vocalist Bill Champlin and legendary drummer Liberty DeVitto and their latest single "Light Still Shines".

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In this episode, we speak with Tyler and Garrett from the great new band, Royal Sugar.  We discuss their classic rock and glam rock influences and their latest single "Fleeting Love".

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In this episode, we speak with veteran rock drummer Alan Childs who has played with great rock artists including David Bowie, and Julian Lennon and is currently the touring drummer for John Waite.  We also talk about Alan's great solo album "Aftermath".

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In this episode, we discuss the life and music of the great Christine McVie who passed away recently at the age of 79. We delve into not only her songs with Fleetwood Mac but also her early work with Chicken Shack and her solo work.

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In this episode, we speak with Shannon and Spence Koehler of the hot San Francisco rock band, The Stone Foxes.  We discuss their songwriting process and we preview their great new album "On The Other Side".

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In this episode, we speak with amazing 15 year old classic rock musician Hutch.

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In this episode, we speak with Don Danneman, founder of the great 60's Band The Cyrkle.  The Cyrkle has reunited recently and are releasing their first new album in over 50 years!

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1, 2, 3 4!  This week we speak with Mike Arnold and Pete Gallinari of the great Bruce Springsteen tribute band A Springsteen Celebration.  Formed in Nashville, this amazing group of musicians do an exquisite job of bringing the excitement, spirit and of course the legendary music of Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band.  We talk about how they formed, their love of Bruce Springsteen, and how they mix the legendary Bruce standards with deep tracks in their nightly setlists.

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It's Springsteen Week on Retro Rock Roundup!  To kick off the festivities, in this episode Jeremy and Mike review Bruce Springsteen's latest album "Only The Strong Survive"

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In this episode, we speak with Singer/Songwriter Jared Rabin about his great Americana/Bluegrass music, and his groundbreaking new album "Chasing The Light"

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In This episode, we review the David Bowie biopic, Moonage Daydream with special guests and David Bowie experts, Singer/Songwriter Tim Izzard and August David Colworth.

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In this episode, we speak with guitarist, producer, and songwriter Michael Lockwood about the re-release of his great 80's band "Lions and Ghosts" debut album and how recent reuniting with Lions and Ghosts singer, Rick Parker led to the new single 'Gurl I Luv You.

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In this episode, we speak with guitarist, producer, and songwriter Michael Lockwood about the re-release of his great 80's band "Lions and Ghosts" debut album and how recent reuniting with Lions and Ghosts singer, Rick Parker led to the new single 'Gurl I Luv You.

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In this Episode, Mike and Jeremy are joined by Electric Talon Records recording artist, Wax Mekanix to do a deep dive into The Beatles' iconic "Sgt. Peppers Lonely Hearts Club Band" album  We go thru the album track by track and discuss the legacy and generational impact of this great album

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In this Episode, Mike and Jeremy are joined by Electric Talon Records recording artist, Wax Mekanix to do a deep dive into The Beatles' iconic "Sgt. Peppers Lonely Hearts Club Band" album  We go thru the album track by track and discuss the legacy and generational impact of this great album

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In this episode, we speak with Steve Popovich Jr., President of Cleveland International Records who has relaunched the legendary record label his father started in 1976.  We talk about the many great artists the label developed and their celebration of the 45th Anniversary of Meat Loaf's "Bat Out Of Hell" Album.

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In this episode, we speak with Emma and Brian from the rock duo, Crash Birmingham.  Their latest EP is "The Natural Truth" which is a tribute EP to blues legend JB Lenior.  We go in-depth on that album as well as their other great music.

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In this episode, we speak with Erich Specht, singer and guitarist from the Indie Rock band, Push Puppets.  We discuss his songwriting process and their great new album "Allegory Grey".

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In this episode, we discuss Miles Nielsen's great band The Rusted Hearts, and their latest album "Ohbahoy".  We also discuss touring with his Dad, Rick Nielsen of Cheap Trick.

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In this episode, we with speak with Emlee and Guernica from the great rock band from Sweden, Thundermother.  We discuss their latest album "Black and Gold" and the great time they had touring this summer with the Scorpions.

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In this episode, we talk to legendary Creedence Clearwater Revival drummer, Doug "Cosmo" Clifford about his upcoming "Vault" release album with Bobby Whitlock - "California Gold".  We also discuss the lasting legacy of CCR and their upcoming Netflix documentary "At Royal Albert Hall".

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In this bonus to celebrate "Anvil Week", Jeremy and Mike discuss Anvil's great new album Impact is Imminent.

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To kick off "Anvil Week" on Retro Rock Roundup and to celebrate the Re-release of the great documentary "The Story Of Anvil" we interview Anvil founding members Steve "Lips" Kudlow and Robb Reinder and well as Sacha Gervasi, Director of the movie.  

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In this episode, we speak with the members of the up-and-coming heavy rock band from Chicago, Wolfram about performing live and we hear their new song "Heavy".

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In this episode, we speak with Brian Webb of the great Chicago rock band Nice Motor. We discuss their career and their great new album "Superior Street Sessions"

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In this episode we talk to Percussionist, Photographer, and Music Promoter, Brian Christian Adam aka The Endeavorist. We discuss the Chicagoland music scene and what drives him to be one of the busiest and most sought-after musicians and photographers in the Chicagoland area.

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In this episode, we invite Red Hot Chili Pepper "super fans"  Aaron Wagner and Singer/Songwriter Dan Asio to talk about their favorite Red Hot Chili Pepper songs.

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In this episode, we invite Red Hot Chili Pepper "super fans"  Aaron Wagner and Singer/Songwriter Dan Asio to talk about their favorite Red Hot Chili Pepper songs.

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In this episode with speak with guitarist, producer and songwriter Jim Cregan about working as Rod Stewart's guitarist and co-songwriter for 18 years and about Jim's great new band Cregan and Co.

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In this episode with speak with Scott Schaafsma from the great indie rock band Kerosene Stars about their latest music.

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In this episode we speak to Singer/Songwriter LOLO about her amazing career journey from co-writing with Panic At The Disco to her great 2021 album "X" to her latest release "Lauren".

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In this episode, we speak with singer/songwriter Joey Wilbur about his new album release "Hopeless (Romantic)" Joey also performs live some of the songs from the new album.

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From The Wombats to The Last Dinosaurs to Billy Strings and Metallica and more, Jeremy and Mike discuss the great bands and artists they saw on trip to Lollapalooza 2022

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In this episode, we talk to Will Turpin of Collective Soul about their upcoming album "Vibrating" and their current American tour.

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In this episode, I speak with Josh and Erika from the great indie rock band, The Empty Pockets.  We discuss the evolution of the band, their great albums, and their upcoming release "Outside Spectrum"

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In this episode, we speak with Jack Hues and Nick Feldman from Wang Chung.  We discuss the band amazing career and their recent "Orchesography" album release.

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In this Bonus Episode, we speak with Singer/Songwriter Aaron WIlliams, who is the founder of the Homegrown Arts and Music Festival in Lisle, IL.  We discuss the upcoming festival celebrating its 10th year of providing a great platform for local, original music!

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In this episode, Jeremy and I speak with UK Singer/Songwriter Tim Izzard.

We discuss his latest single "The Night I Played Ziggy's Guitar", which shows Tim's amazing influence David Bowie and Glam Rock has on his songwriting. We also discuss the 50th anniversary of David Bowie's legendary "Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders From Mars" album and the impact it has on today's music.

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In this Bonus Thursday Episode, we speak with Fletch Towell, owner, and creator of The Bunker Live, a multi-cam streaming platform on You Tube that is changing the way new artists and bands get their original music out to a worldwide audience.

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To celebrate out 100th Episode, we have Rock Solid Podcast host Pat Francis join us to do a track-by-track deep dive into two iconic Cheap Trick albums, "Dream Police" and "All Shook Up".

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From "biker rock' to "yacht rock" the Hustle Podcast host Jon Lamoreaux joins Mike as they discuss the complete studio discography of the Doobie Brothers.

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In this episode we talk to Rick Levy, who has been in the music business for over 6 decades as a performer and manager and has  a great new memoir "High In The Mid-'60's - How To Have  A Fabulous Life Without Being Famous".

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In this episode, we speak with Dan Doherty of the great new band Corduroy Cat.  We discuss their cutting-edge sound and their amazing debut album 10% Hopeful.

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In this episode we speak with Bill Cunningham and Gary Talley, founding members of the great 60s band The Box Tops.  We discuss the recording of their many classic hits including"The Letter", "Soul Deep" and many more, and how they are keeping this music alive decades later.

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In this episode, we speak with San Antonio-based rockers FEA.  FEA is a great up-and-coming female punk band who are part of Joan Jett's Blackheart Records.  We discuss their music and their latest album "No Novelties".

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Jeremy and Mike take a deep dive and discuss the conflict, the stories, and songs from a hard to find album from Bob Seger's early catalog "Noah".

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Are you ready for some 70's Gold?  We speak with the great singer/songwriter John Ford Coley, formally of the great 70's duo, England Dan and John Ford Coley about their great songs and albums and how John is keeping this music alive over 4 decades later.

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Set the clock in your Delorean back to the 80's as Mike and Jeremy talk to "Music Video Time Machine" magazine publisher and author Stephen Pitalo

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In this Bonus Episode, Jeremy and Mike review the great new "Vault" live album released from the Rolling Stones.

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In this episode we talk with Singer/Songwriter Frank Viele about his amazing music, his upcoming album recorded at Muscle Shoals, and opening for John Waite.

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In this episode we speak with Tim Smith of The Lickerish Quartet.  We discuss the bands great new EP, Threesome Volume 3.  

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In this episode, I speak with Eric Schwartz and Eric Dinse of The League Of Erics about their great, eclectic music and their latest EP, "Graveyard Party".  

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In this episode, we speak with legendary bassist and founding member of the great rock band Nazareth about the band's amazing career and their latest album "Surviving The Law"

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This episode we speak with veteran Singer/Songwriter Joe Normal about his great career and his new songs including his great new single "Setbacks"

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In this episode we speak with Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the founding member of the great band The Rascals, Felix Cavaliere, about his new book, "Memoir of a Rascal" and the band's amazing career.

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Jeremy and Mike along with Behind The Mic Podcast host Aaron Wagner join Jacks and Atoms and singer/songwriter Brad Redlich to discuss their latest music.

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In this episode, we speak to the great 60's band The New Colony Six. From their infectious hit single "Love You So Much" to "I Will Always Think About You", they ruled the charts in the late 60's and are still performing today!

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This episode we are joined by The New Colony Six.  During the 60's this great rock band ruled the charts with their amazing harmonies and hook filled hit songs. We discuss their career and their upcoming performances.

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Don Danneman, co-founder and lead singer of the great 60's band The Cyrkle, returns to Retro Rock Roundup to talk to us about the history and impact of their hit song "Red Rubber Ball" and the very special story behind their latest single "We Thought We Could Fly".

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From his 70's Live Anthem Hit "Boom Boom" (Out Goes The Lights) to his latest single "Push Yourself", Pat Travers has been providing high octane rock for over 5 decades. We speak to Pat in this episode about his amazing career and his great new single and upcoming album.

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From his massive 60's hit "Gloria" to his latest single "Wild Man", Jimy and the Shadows of Knight have been playing amazing blues influenced rock and roll for over 55 Years. We discuss Jimy's extraordinary career and how he keeps rocking at such a high level!

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This episode we speak with amazing singer/songwriter Chapell. From his 2017 debut album "The Redhead's Allegations" produced by The Talking Heads Jerry Harrison to his latest upcoming album "Two Fishes", this talented performer creates some of the most innovative music heard today.

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This week we interview Ron Onesti, owner of Onesti Enterainment and the Arcada Theater in St. Charles, IL and The Des Plaines Theater in Des Plaines, IL.  Ron's theater hosts some of the best rock and roll shows in Chicagoland Area.

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The guys from Primal Moon talk to Jeremy and Mike about their latest Unplugged EP.

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This week we talk with great singer/songwriter Walter Egan. Walter talks about his great career, from working with Lindsey Buckingham and Stevie Nicks on his great single "Magnet and Steel" to his 5 decades of great music and his current projects.

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Jeremy and Mike Talk with Alex Alt, Host of the Sly Dog Music Cast. They discuss 5 classic Styx albums from "Grand Illusion" to "Kilroy Was Here".

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In this episode we speak with legendary rocker Jim Peterik, formally of Survivor and currently with Ides of March and Pride of Lions.  Jim talks about his amazing career and the many great new projects he is involved in.

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In this episode Jeremy and I speak with Casey McGrath, an accomplished classically trained violinist who does amazing song arrangements of heavy metal, classic rock and pop music with Fiddlerock.

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In this episode, we speak with Franke Previte, John DiNicola, and Stacy Wedlitz. These three awarding winning songwriters wrote "(I've Had) The Time of My Life", "She's Like The Wind", and "Hungry Eyes" for the great "Dirty Dancing" Soundtrack, which is celebrating its 35th Anniversary.

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We talk to Joe Grushecky about his late 70's critically acclaimed debut album with the Iron City Houserockers to the 25th Anniversary of his Bruce Springsteen-produced masterpiece album "American Babylon".

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Primal Moon guitarist Brian Alberts join Mike and Jeremy to discuss our favorite Keith Richard sung Rolling Stones songs.

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In this episode, we speak with legendary New York singer/songwriter Willie Nile about his great career, doing a benefit concert with Bruce Springseen and Steve Earle, and his latest album "The Day The Earth Stood Still".

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In this episode, we speak with Dan and Daven from the great Indie Rock Band, Jacks and Atoms.

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In this episode we speak to Mike Reno, Lead Singer of Loverboy about their illustrious career,their upcoming tour with Styx and REO Speedwagon and the Loverboy's newest single "Release".

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In ths episode we speak with Chris Jagger about his latest album "Mixing Up The Medicine",featuring his duet with his brother Mick, and his recent autobiography "Talking To Myself".

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From John Waite to Lawrence Gowan from Styx, to Doug "Costmo" Clifford from CCR and many, many more, we've have some great classic rock artists join us this year.  In this episode we discuss all the great classic rock artists that joined us in 2021.

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In this Episode we discuss the great up and coming artists that joined us in 2021.

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This episode we speak to a great singer/songwriter Brad Redlich about his latest music.

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Electric Talon recording artists Wax Mekanix returns to the Retro Rock Studio to discuss his latest EP "Blunt".

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This week we speak with Trevor Steel and Johnnie Christo from the band The Escape Club.  From their great debut album, The White Fields, to their legendary hit song Wild Wild West, they continue to perform and  make great music for the last 4 decades

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This week Jeremy and Mike take their podcast literally "On The Road" and discuss Bruce Springsteen's newly released live recording of his No Nukes Concerts from 1979.

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This week we speak to Paul Roberts from Sniff 'n' The Tears.  From their infectious hit song "Driver's Seat" to their latest acoustic album "Jump", Paul and his band have been playing great music for 4 decades.

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This week we speak to Mike Skill of the great band The Romantics.  We discuss the bands career and Mike's amazing new solo album.

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In this episode with we speak to former ELO Drummer Bev Bevan and Joy Strachan-Brain about their band Quill and their new album Riding Rainbows.

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In this episode we speak with the great rock band Wht.Rbbt.Obj

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This week we talk to founding member and bassist from Collective Soul, WIll Turpin. 

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In this "Spooktacular" episode, Jeremy and Mike "Deep Dig" into some lesser known Halloween Rock Songs.

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Our guest in the Retro Rock Studio this episode is the band Primal Moon.  We take a deep dive into their upcoming new album!!

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In this episode, Jeremy and Mike do a deep dive into the Rolling Stones recent reissue of their classic album "Tattoo You".

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This week Mike and Jeremy speak with the amazing band The Millennials.

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This week Jeremy and Mike speak to Tom and Leon from the Watershed Band.

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In this weeks episode, Mike and Jeremy, along with special guests Tony Greathouse, deep dive into The Drive-By Truckers  masterpiece album " Southern Rock Opera"

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This week Mike interviews the great 60's band The Cyrkle who had the great #2 hit in 1966 " Red Rubber Ball"

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In this week's episode, Mike and Jeremy interview Jake and Matt from the great band From The Start. 

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This week Jeremy takes a deep dive on the backstory TWRP and a deep-dive into their first album Together Through Time.

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This Week Mike and Jeremy talk to legendary studio musicians about their new band The Immediate Family.

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This week Mike and Jeremy speak with the legendary STYX singer and keyboardist Lawrence Gowan about STYX amazing new album " Crash Of The Crown"

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This week Mike and Jeremy speak with the legendary STYX singer and keyboardist Lawrence Gowan about STYX amazing new album " Crash Of The Crown"

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It's a New Music Episode! Mike and Jeremy check out new releases from Wicked Smile, Reliable Alibi, and Weapon of Pride 

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This week Mike and Jeremy talk to the amazing pianist, Alan Hewitt about his work with the Moody Blues and his solo band Alan Hewitt & One Nation.

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This week Mike and jeremy speak to former guitarist and frontman for Grand Fung Railroad, Mark Farner. Who is currently the leader of Mark Farner's American Band 

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This week Mike and Jeremy interview Bryan Bassett veteran guitarist from the legendary rock band Foghat

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In this week's bonus episode, Mike and Jeremy speak with former Creedence Clearwater Revival drummer Doug " Cosmo" Clifford about his new upcoming Clifford/Wright album release.

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In this episode, Jeremy talks about TWRP's Bandcamp exclusive album Lil Show tunes.

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This week Mike and Jeremy talk to Aaron Williams, musician, and founder of the upcoming Homegrown Music Fest taking place on July 31.

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This week Mike talks to Chicago rock radio veteran Greg Easterling 

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This week Mike and Jeremy talk musical artist Brett Cartwright

Brett Cartwright is a great bassist who played with numerous bands including Foghat.  In the late 80's and early 90's, he teamed up with Shane Fontayne and Dennis McDermott to form the band Merchants of Venus.  Their 1991 debut album is an amazing hidden gem.  We discuss this album and Brett's musical journey during this episode.

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This week Mike and Jeremy talk to original Village People member, amazing native dancer, and singer/ songwriter Felipe Rose.

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This week Mike and Jeremy talk to founding member and amazing keyboardist Roger Boyd.

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This week, Mike and Jeremy welcome back Electric Talon recording artist Wax Mekanix to discuss Bob Dylan's legendary " Blood On The Tracks" album.

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This week Mike and Jeremy interview amazing blues musician Ivy Ford.

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This week, Mike and Jeremy are joined by retro rock patron Michael Bagford to talk about the most inspirational album ever made, Captain Beefheart's Trout Mask Replica.

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This week Mike and Jeremy talk to an amazing musician and the Precustioninst for Klaatu Terry Draper. 

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On this Weeks Episode Mike and Jeremy drive into the deep and obscure Rolling Stones tracks from the '70s 

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This week Mike and Jeremy talk to the amazing piano player and brilliant cover artist, Reid Spears.

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This week Mike and Jeremy talk to legendary rhythm and blues artist Duke Tumatoe 

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In this week's episode, Mike and jeremy review songs in the late 70  where the rock artists went disco!

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In this episode, Mike and Jeremy talk to LA Rockers, Smash Fashion about their influences and their great new music!

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This week Mike and jeremy pay tribute to legendary songwriter, producer, recording artist, and mastermind behind Meatloaf's Bat out Of Hell album Jim Steinman.

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And just like that....... Whoop! There it is! In this episode, we talk about rap star, actor, and Brain Supreme of Tag Team, DC Glenn!

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This week, Mike and Jeremy interview legendary guitarist, songwriter, and performer Shane Fontayne.

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This week Mike and Jeremy discuss Phil Collins's amazing musical run in the 1980s with help from Patreon supporter and Phil Collins super fan RJ. Santos 

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This week Mike and Jeremy have the privilege to interview singer/ songwriter John Waite and discuss his latest release the Wooden Heart Box Set 

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This week Mike and Jeremy welcome guitarist extraordinaire, songwriter, and former member of Paul McCartney and Wings Laurence Juber. 

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This week Jeremy and Mike take a look into the amazing band Klaatu and their first album 3:47 EST and the theories that surround this amazing album. 

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This week, Mike and Jeremy welcome Wax Mekanix to the Zoom studio and talk about his new album Modocracy.

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This week Mike and Jeremy dissect and take a deep look at Elton Johns hit studio album Goodbye Yellow Brick Road 

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This week, Mike and Jeremy welcome music prodigy Joey Wilbur to the zoom Studio. 

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This week Mike and Jeremy take a look at one of The Rolling Stone's legendary albums, Let It Bleed. 

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This week Mike and Jeremy welcome a new exciting rock band 'Primal Moon" to the Roundup online studio.

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This week, Mike and Jeremy welcome some Who fanitics to discuss the LPs you guys voted to be your favoite albums by the Who.

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This week Jeremy And MIke take a look at both AC/DC Back in Black and their 2020 realse, Power Up.  Jumping back and forth 40 years and compairing the two in detail.

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This week, Mike and Jeremy sit down and talk with local artist Adam Linder on his album from 2019 This Time. Sit down relax and enjoy our talk with this talented artist. 

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Jeremy and Mike play our favorite cover songs and discuss the stories behind them.

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In this episode, we interview Mike Marchetti, owner of a new record store in Plainfield, IL, Black Dog Vinyl Records. Hear about his great new concept and his favorite classic rock songs.

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In this epsiode, we discuss the three Paul McCartney "solo" albums.

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In this episode, we discuss three more live albums that changed a band or artist's career.

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In this episode, we dicsuss live albums that changed an artists or bands career. 

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Today you will meet your hosts Jeremy and Mike. You will learn about their favorite songs and artists.