Tunestiles Podcast

We’re finally back riders! It's certainly been a while, and we all have a LOT of catching up to do! But now that Jay & his family are firmly planted in Atlanta, we’re both ready to start nerding out over music once again!

In this brand-new episode: we’re joined by Derrek Carriveau, host of the I F'n Love This Record Podcast to debut a new “stile” of Tunestiles’ episode: the catalog dive.

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Radio legend Lou Brutus, host of Harddrive XL & SiriusXM Senior Program Director, joins us to discuss his new book "Sonic Warrior: My Life as a Rock N Roll Reprobate: Tales of Sex, Drugs, and Vomiting at Inopportune Moments"

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Mark Farner, formerly of Grand Funk Railroad, joins us to talk about the 50th anniversary of the band's classic LP "Closer To Home;" recording with Todd Rundgren & Frank Zappa; selling out (then) Shea Stadium faster than The Beatles; touring with Ringo Starr's All Star Band; and much, much more! 

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Wade Cota, a contestant on 2019's season of American Idol, discusses his takeaways from being on the show, the challenges he's faced since finishing 4th on a talent-packed season, the support he's received from fans of the show both during and post show, and releasing his new EP "Big Feet Baby Steps."

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The Lickerish Quartet’s Tim Smith joins us to discuss this new project from himself, Roger Manning and Eric Dover (all formerly of Jellyfish) and their first in a trio of new EPs, “Threesome, Vol. 1” which was just released.

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Ryan Newell, lead guitarist for Sister Hazel, joins us to talk all things hazelnut: from their fan-centric approach to putting their music out to the masses; their natural progression in the country music genre (while still holding onto their pop-rock roots); the impressive roster of cover songs they've performed & released over the years; their yearly special events (and how COVID-19 has impacted them); the new beer "A...

Ryan Montbleau, jam-band / singer-songwriter extraordinaire joins us to discuss his multitude of musical projects that he balances on the regular: from his live-streamed solo shows that have become welcome musical retreat from the COVID-19 madness; his work alongside electrofolk duo Tall Heights; recording with an all-star line of Anders Osborne (guitar), George Porter Jr. (bass), Ivan Neville (keyboards), and Simon Lott (drums) fo...

Matt Nelson, 1/2 of the brother's Nelson, joins us to discuss the 30th anniversary of the bands massive breakthrough album "After The Rain;" the struggles the band faced with its true follow up "Imaginator;" recording with Steel Panther on two of their albums; the brother's "Ricky Nelson Remembered" tribute concerts; recording a fully remote song, "Be The Change" with Elvis Monroe (a band fea...

Doug Aldrich, lead guitarist for The Dead Daisies, riffs on the band's upcoming Glenn Hughes-fronted album; The Revolution Saints' latest release "Rise;" his lead guitar work for both Dio and Whitesnake; and his work with the band Lion, including the theme song to the original 1986 "Transformers: The Movie" soundtrack. 

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Sean from the WDIM Podcast joins us to discuss everyone’s favorite 80’s metal and hair band hits that AREN’T ballads!

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Will Turpin, bass player for Collective Soul, talks about the band's 25 year history; their new EP "Half & Half" which features covers of Neil Young & R.E.M.; and how the band has stayed true to their unique blend of rock and pop music. 

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In this episode: Richie Kotzen discusses how the hard rock scene has evolved throughout his career; the time spent with Mr. Big, forging his future collaborations with Billy Sheehan in the Winery Dogs; and how his new compilation album, 50 For 50, came together to mark his 50th birthday.

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In this episode, Kelly Ogden of The Dollyrots talks about her 2 decades on the pop-punk scene; working in the band with her husband Luis, and the family aspect they bring on the road; working with Joan Jett's Blackheart Records as well as Little Steven's Wicked Cool Records; her side project Jaret & Kelly (with Jaret Reddick of Bowling For Soup); her SiriusXM Radio Program; and the band's upcoming "Make Me Hot&#...

In this episode: we called upon you, the riders, to chime on your favorite acoustic renditions of songs, and you didn't disappoint!

We comb through our emails, social media channels and voicemails to discuss everything from Tom Petty, No Doubt, John Mayer, Eric Clapton, Kiss, Stone Temple Pilots, Disturbed, Little Big Town, Johnny Cash, and Metallica - and that's just the tip of the acoustic iceberg!!

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In this episode: Franklin Hardy, co-executive producer and writer for High Fidelity discusses Hulu’s brand new hit series; the liberties the writing team took with the original source material; working with Zoë Kravitz; the balance between the comedy & drama within the program; and the playful nods to the 1995 book by Nick Hornby as well as the 2000 movie starring John Cusack, Lisa Bonet and Jack Black (in his breakout role).

Sayerville, NJ: Home of Jon Bon Jovi, Skid Row's Dave Sabo, and the world-famous Starland Ballroom!

In this episode: we make our way backstage in "Silent Lucidity" to speak with Queensrÿche guitarist Michael Wilton...and here's a "Warning", fair riders: building an "Empire" comes easily for the band, having released their latest Album "The Verdict" after nearly 40 years of power metal! Missin...

In this episode: Clinton Clegg on The Commonheart talks about the resurgence of soul music over the last several years, the writing and recording process for their latest album “Pressure,” and the overall challenges of touring / maintaining a 9-piece soul machine.

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'I Want My Al TV!'

Let's face it: everyone...EVERYONE...knows at least one song by "Weird Al" Yankovic. This week, John and Kevin's Big Stupid Podcast joins us to talk about The King of Novelty himself: from his permeation into the very fabric of pop culture, to his songs (both originals & parodies), live performances, and endless movie cameos!

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Patty Lynn, lead singer of The Wind + The Wave, discusses a myriad of topics including: how mental health advocacy plays a huge role in her songwriting; the details of the band's upcoming The Feelings Club tour; the songwriting dynamic between her and musical partner-in-crime Dwight Baker; how having the band’s music appear in shows such as Grey's Anatomy, Nashville, Hart Of Dixie & The Vampire Diaries has helped in...