The Hook Rocks!

The Hook Rocks!

The Hooks Rocks Podcast is the place to be for talking rock music. In depth discussions on the state of rock music, new music spotlights featuring new up and coming artists, and much more. Get hooked on The Hooks Rocks…The Ultimate Rock Community podcast! Now Part of Pantheon Podcasts!

Episodes

September 8, 2025 59 mins
A very special episode from All Things Blues And Southern Rock. This week Brian and Jason welcome their guest, from Los Angeles, Phil Baranchik. Phil chats with the boys about their mutual friend Jay Scott from The Hook Rocks podcast, and the benefit show for him at Reggie;s in Chicago . Phil shares with the guys, the chain of events that led to Jay's hospitalization, his slow ongoing recovery process, his amazing work in the pod...
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With two new singles out and her first debut album on the way, Leilani Kilgore is back creating music after personal exploration. She and her band sit down with The Hook Rocks for a chat about the direction of her new music, latest singles, and more. Please enjoy the episode. Leilani Kilgore https://leilanikilgore.com/ https://www.facebook.com/@LeilaniKilgoreMusic/ https://www.instagram.com/leilanikilgore/?hl=en https://www.youtube...
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The Audio/Tech report for quarter 1 of 2025 is ready for your music ears to enjoy & as always Professor Skylab brings us the latest on audio greatness. We discuss the many different ways to clean your vinyl as well as the do's and don'ts. Please enjoy the episode. The Hook Rocks https://www.facebook.com/TheHookRocks/ https://www.instagram.com/thehookrocks/ https://bsky.app/profile/thehookrocks.bsky.social Professor Skylab https://b...
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January 21, 2025 65 mins
With their new single "You're Gonna Swing" out now & their album "Wild Card" being released this April Ace Monroe is poised for a breakout. The band visits with The Hook Rocks New Music Spotlight for a wide-ranging interview about what's next. Please enjoy the episode! Ace Monroe https://www.acemonroe.com/ https://www.facebook.com/AceMonroeBand https://www.instagram.com/acemonroeband https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEwUxTVF1ZpBgHk...
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January 19, 2025 57 mins
As one of the most dynamic guitar players in music history , Ronnie Montrose and his band Montrose continue to be influential in all corners of the rock music world. Founder of the Ronnie Montrose Remembered Tribute Show Keith St. John, joins The Hook Rocks to discuss his relationship with Ronnie & this years show on January 24th at The House of Blues, in Anaheim during the NAMM Convention. We also welcome vocalist Lorraine lewis o...
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January 15, 2025 161 mins
2024 was another great year for rock/heavy metal music! The Hook Rocks breaks down and celebrates the year by discussing the top 20 albums with co-host Jason Johantges of The All Things Blues & Southern Rock Podcast! Check out the discussion as we countdown to number 1. Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network The Hook Rocks https://www.facebook.com/TheHookRocks/ https://www.instagram.com/thehookrocks/ https://bsky.app/profile/thehookr...
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We are back with our quarterly segment on the top albums from October through December 2024! Jason Johantges from "The All Things Blues & Southern Rock Podcast" and The Hook Rocks break down all the great music that has been released in the fourth quarter of 2024 and choose our favorites! The year continues to be strong with a great selection of rock music. We also included several of our Twitter followers and their selections. It ...
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We close out the year that is 2024 with another installment of The New Music Spotlight. Danny & Scotty of the band Wicked joins Jay for a fun conversation about music, influences, & what's next in the coming year for this emerging group. Please enjoy the episode! Wicked https://www.wickedrocknrollofficial.com/ https://www.facebook.com/wickedrocknroll https://www.instagram.com/wickedrocknroll/ https://x.com/WICKEDrockNroll The Hook...
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December 12, 2024 44 mins
Pop Evil just released their new single "What Remains" and singer Leigh Kakaty talks with The Hook Rocks about its subject matter as well as his musical journey. Please enjoy the episode! Pop Evil https://popevil.com/ https://www.facebook.com/popevil https://www.instagram.com/popevil https://x.com/popevil The Hook Rocks https://www.facebook.com/TheHookRocks/ https://www.instagram.com/thehookrocks/ https://twitter.com/TheHookRocks...
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October 29, 2024 95 mins
The Hook Rocks welcomes back friend of the show Tuk Smith to discuss his recent tour stints in the US, UK, Europe, & Japan as well as his latest album "Rogue To Redemption". As usual we cover a lot of ground with music, the industry, and our previous lives. Please enjoy the episode! Tuk Smith http://www.tuksmithandtherestlesshearts.com/ https://www.facebook.com/TukSmithOfficial/ https://www.instagram.com/tuk.smith https://twitter....
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After crisscrossing the United States over the past several months, Megan and Dylan of Parker Barrow sit down with The Hook Rocks! to talk the past year, their new single, and what’s in store for 2025. Please enjoy the episode! Parker Barrow https://www.weareparkerbarrow.com/ https://www.facebook.com/parkerbarrowproject/ https://www.instagram.com/weareparkerbarrow/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpwhT5OekkS7F76fjYvff-g The Hook ...
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We are back with our quarterly segment on the top albums from July through September 2024! Chris Corradetti and The Hook Rocks break down all the great music that has been released in the third quarter of 2024 and choose our favorites! The year continues to be strong with a great selection of rock music. We also included several of our Twitter followers and their selections. It was fun but difficult with a few tough choices. Please...
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Always an inspiration for new music Rock Journalist Matt Wake returns to The Hook Rocks to discuss his "Top 20 Bands You Need To Know " list. With artists such as Goodbye June, Tuk Smith, Parker Barrow,Grace Bowers,The Band Feel, and more you will want to tune in to learn about some of the top new rock acts right now. Please enjoy the episode! Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network! https://pantheonpodcasts.com https://www.facebook.c...
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September 3, 2024 79 mins
The Hook Rocks returns after a brief hiatus with a Back To School episode featuring Chicagoland middle school teacher Steve Hild. We discuss Steve's passion for new music & how he found a way to connect with his students, by teaching them how their favorite streaming app impacts musicians and the music they make. Please enjoy the episode! Steve Hild https://x.com/steve_hild The Hook Rocks https://www.facebook.com/TheHookRocks/ http...
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We are back with our quarterly segment on the top albums from April through June 2024! Chris Corradetti and The Hook Rocks break down all the great music that has been released in the second quarter of 2024 and choose our favorites! The year continues to be strong with a great selection of rock music. We also included several of our Twitter followers and their selections. It was fun but difficult with a few tough choices. Please en...
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The release of the new album by Goodbye June "Deep In The Trouble" is upon us! Hear lead singer Landon Milbourn & guitarist Tyler Baker join The Hook Rocks for track by track commentary on the songs & their backstories. Please enjoy the episode! Goodbye June https://www.goodbyejune.com/ https://www.facebook.com/GoodbyeJune/ https://www.instagram.com/goodbyejune https://twitter.com/goodbyejune The Hook Rocks https://www.facebook.com...
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Singer/songwriter Chris Bullinger visits The Hook Rocks New Music Spotlight to discuss his new single "Darlin' In Me" & his upcoming album "Waitin' To Be Seen". Chris also shares how John Mellencamp reached him as a young kid and put him on a path of making music. Please enjoy the episode! Chris Bullinger https://www.chrisbullinger.com/ https://www.facebook.com/chrisbullingermusic https://www.instagram.com/chrisbullingersings/ http...
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Adult film star legend Christy Canyon visits with The Hook Rocks for a discussion about rock stars, the sunset strip, & the modern day battle against censorship. Please enjoy the episode! Christy canyon https://www.instagram.com/therealchristycanyon11 https://x.com/christycanyon11 https://onlyfans.com/christycanyon11 The Hook Rocks https://www.facebook.com/TheHookRocks/ https://www.instagram.com/thehookrocks/ https://twitter.com/Th...
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Karl from the social media page NCRinNA (New Classic Rock in North America) joins The Hook Rocks for a conversation about who is creating some buzz in the world of new rock 'n' Roll. Karl dedicates his platform to new music and promoting new bands. Please enjoy the episode! Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network New Classic Rock In North America https://www.facebook.com/groups/ncrina https://x.com/NCRinNA The Hook Rocks https://www.f...
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Blues guitarist Philip Sayce visits The Hook Rocks for a conversation about guitar, unlocking the emotion in his music, & his latest album "The Wolves Are Coming"! We chat about his approach to guitar as well as his thoughts on the variety of styles played by different guitarists. Please enjoy the episode! Philip Sayce https://www.philipsayce.com/ https://www.facebook.com/PhilipSayceMusic https://www.instagram.com/philipsayce/?hl=e...
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