RadioBypass Podcast

RadioBypass Podcast

RadioBypass is a rock discovery and celebration platform featuring artist interviews, curated weekly music showcases, and genre spotlight programming celebrating rock’s past, present, and future. Hosted by Ralph Rasmussen, RadioBypass highlights new music from legendary artists, emerging hard-rock bands, and the songs that continue to shape the genre. From in-depth interviews to specialty programs and weekly showcases, we deliver rock that DESERVES to be heard. More than a show, RadioBypass is a destination for listeners passionate about authentic rock music and a platform supporting artists across the spectrum of rock and roll.

Episodes

April 4, 2026 58 mins

Turn it up loud—RadioBypass Episode 416 is here and loaded with Rock and Roll that DESERVES to be heard!

This week’s weekly discovery lineup delivers a powerhouse mix of brand new tracks and killer cuts from artists keeping rock alive and kicking. Crank up the volume for new music from Cactus, The Black Crowes, Pieces Of Molly, The Cold Stares, Black Oak County, Gotthard, Robby Vegas, Crashdiet, Stone Horses, Moon City Masters, and ...

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Richie Faulkner—guitarist for Judas Priest and founder of Elegant Weapons—joins RadioBypass to talk about the band’s upcoming second album, Evolution, set for release on April 24.

In this conversation, Richie dives into the creative direction behind the new record, the impact of the band’s current lineup, and how their chemistry has grown heading into album two. He also discusses working alongside producer Andy Sneap, the writing pr...

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Carmine Appice of Cactus returns to RadioBypass for the first time in two years to discuss the band’s upcoming album Temple Of Blues II, set for release on April 3.

In this conversation, Carmine shares insight into the making of the new record, the inspiration behind it, and what fans can expect from the latest chapter of Cactus.

We also talk about the band’s upcoming, star-studded album release event at the Arcada Theatre in St. Cha...

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This week we crank it up with another killer lineup of Rock and Roll music that DESERVES to be heard! 

Episode 415 delivers a powerhouse mix of new music, legends, and a heartfelt tribute—the kind of ride only RadioBypass brings every single week.

NEW rock from:

Cactus, Led By Vultures, Bad Marriage, Jared James Nichols, Who On Earth, Geoff Tate, Saints Of Saturn, Dan Byrne, The Mighty One, and Black Label Society

Plus…

A fresh remixed ...

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Episode 414 of RadioBypass delivers another powerhouse lineup of Rock and Roll that DESERVES to be heard!

This week features NEW rock from Black Swan, Helix, Angeles, The Quill, Cactus, Generation Radio, Gus G, Crossbone Skully, Crobot, Posavant, The Lazys, The Karma Effect, and Rebels Opera—along with a blast from Aerosmith and a crushing track from Judas Priest.

If you’re into discovering new rock, hard rock, and artists keeping th...

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Episode 413 of RadioBypass brings you NEW Rock and Roll that DESERVES to be heard featuring Cheap Trick, Bad Marriage, Elegant Weapons, John Corabi, and more.

It’s time once again to turn it up and dive into RadioBypass – the Weekly Rock and Roll Music Discovery Show, where we bring you Rock and Roll that DESERVES to be heard!

Episode 413 delivers a killer lineup of new rock releases alongside a few celebrations of rock legends and a...

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New rock discoveries and classic 1976 hard rock collide on RadioBypass Episode 412.

RadioBypass Episode 412 – New Rock from Black Swan, Crimson Glory, Wings Of Steel + 1976 Classics from Nazareth and Scorpions

RadioBypass Episode 412 is here with another round of Rock and Roll music that DESERVES to be heard.

Every week RadioBypass is all about music discovery — helping rock fans find incredible new bands while still celebrating the l...

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This week on RadioBypass we bring you another powerhouse lineup of Rock and Roll that DESERVES to be heard!

Featured this week:

Black Swan – Death Of Me

Stahlecker – A Means To An End

Brother Cane – Nothing To Lose

Lightning Strikes – Voices In My Head

Crashing Wayward – Holding For Dear Life

Taming Sari – Tea & Honey

Quarantine – Unholy

Plus music from Defiant - Don't want To See Your Face, Bad Marriage - Denim and Leather, and Drew Ca...

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Mike Fitz and Tommy Skeoch of Bad Marriage join RadioBypass to talk about their new album Match Made In Hell(out March 13).

In this conversation, we dive into how the record came together, the writing behind several of the songs, and what fans can expect from this release.

Since both Mike and Tommy are guitar players, we also talk about their Top 3 guitar influences and the players who helped shape their sound.

It’s a great discussion...

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Joe Defiant of Defiant joins RadioBypass to discuss their latest single “At The Exit,” the band’s journey, and we play the song at the end of the interview.

Rock and Roll that DESERVES to be heard.

Joe Defiant joins me for a powerful conversation about the rise of Defiant, the fire behind their sound, and what fuels their latest single, “At The Exit.”

We talk about:

How the band came together

The meaning behind the song

What’s next for D...

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This week on RadioBypass, we crank it up with a powerhouse lineup of NEW Rock and Roll music that DESERVES to be heard! 

Episode 410 delivers fresh fire from Corrosion Of Conformity, Generation Radio, The Rift, Sister Sin, Sun Don’t Shine, Seven Year Witch, and Joel Hoekstra — proving once again that real Rock and Roll is alive, loud, and kicking.

We celebrate guitar legend Doug Aldrich with two killer tracks — one from his second so...

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RadioBypass cranks it up with a powerhouse interview featuring Troy Williver (guitar) and Jaime Lynch (vocals) from OG8! We dig into the band’s origin story, the passion behind their music, and the drive fueling their rise in today’s rock scene.

We also spotlight OG8’s hard-hitting new single “WOMAN,” talk about their debut album, and get the inside scoop on what’s coming next for the band.

And to close it out the right way, we turn ...

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Strap in… Episode 409 of RadioBypass is locked, loaded, and bringing the heat!

This week we’re cranking up NEW Rock and Roll music that DESERVES to be heard from Bad Marriage, Defiant, Lou Gramm, Saints Of Saturn, Her Fury, Dead Groove, Devil Electric, and OG8 — proving once again that rock is alive, loud, and ready to take over your speakers.

But we’re not stopping there.

We’re turning up the legendary volume with powerhouse tracks f...

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This week on RadioBypass Episode 408, we’ve got a full-throttle lineup of Rock and Roll music that DESERVES to be heard — loaded with fresh new music and legendary names that hit hard and leave a mark.

We’re bringing the heat with brand new tracks from Bloodstain, Tailgunner, Gunshine, Stonetrip, Helix, and Get Through, proving once again that rock is alive, loud, and ready to take over your speakers.

We also dig into the John Corabi...

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John Corabi Talks New Day, Songwriting, and the Meaning Behind the Music

In this exclusive RadioBypass interview, John Corabi sits down for an honest, insightful, and sometimes hilarious conversation about his upcoming album New Day, scheduled for release on April 24, 2026.

Corabi opens up about the songwriting process behind New Day, discussing how the songs came together, the themes that shaped the record, and how this album reflec...

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Fresh rock. Heavy legends. Zero compromise.

Episode 407 of RadioBypass delivers new rock and metal music from Pocono Posse, Glorious Bankrobbers, John Corabi, OG8, Def Leppard, Crashdïet, Who On Earth, Megadeth, Black Label Society, Rob Zombie, Stahlecker, and Jared James Nichols — spanning hard rock, metal, modern rock, and straight-up riff-driven power.

Plus, we dig into Rock and Roll music that DESERVES to be heard with standout t...

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Robin McAuley Talks Paralyzed, the New Black Swan Album, on RadioBypass

Robin McAuley joins RadioBypass for an in-depth conversation about Paralyzed, the upcoming third album from Black Swan, set for release on February 27, 2026. Known for his unmistakable voice and commitment to powerful, melodic rock, Robin offers insight into how the new record came together and why it represents an important chapter for the band.

During our discu...

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Captain Fantastic and the Brown Dirt Cowboy remains one of Elton John’s most personal and important albums, telling the true story of his early years with lyricist Bernie Taupin.

In this RadioBypass All Access special, we explore the newly released expanded 50th anniversary edition of Captain Fantastic and the Brown Dirt Cowboy. Hear Elton John and Bernie Taupin reflect on the making of the album, the struggle before success, and th...

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This week on RadioBypass, it’s another full-throttle hour of Rock and Roll that DESERVES to be heard.

We’re spinning brand-new rock from The Dead Daisies, Black Swan, The Georgia Thunderbolts, Avalon Stone, Tailgunner, Altar Of The Witch, Joel Hoekstra and Glenn Hughes.

We also celebrate Jimmy Page’s birthday (January 9) with music from two of his legendary bands — Led Zeppelin and The Firm. Plus, we honor Michael Schenker on his bir...

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2026 starts the only way it should — LOUD.

Episode 405 kicks off a brand-new year of RadioBypass with fresh, fire-breathing rock and roll from bands who are keeping the spirit alive and kicking down doors. This is not background noise. This is music that demands your attention.

This week’s new rock and roll music that DESERVES to be heard comes from

Night Terror, Dangerous Toys, Helix, Tailgunner, John Corabi, Carmine, Engines Of Ruin...

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