Tribute Band Sessions
Tribute Band Sessions takes you behind the curtain of the billion-dollar tribute industry—where legendary music is reborn every night. Hosted by creator, music producer, musician, and talent manager Mike Gendler, along with rotating celebrity co-hosts, each episode features unfiltered conversations with tribute performers, booking agents, and insiders. From tour life and gear to sold-out shows at venues like Red Rocks, this is your all-access pass. New episodes drop every Wednesday.
Episodes
July 8, 2026 • 64 mins
What It Takes to Become Mick Jagger The Chris LeGrand Story
For decades, music fans have argued one question:
In this episode of Tribute Band Sessions, we sit down with Chris LeGrand, the incredible performer behind Satisfaction: The International Rolling Stones Show and his work celebrating a tribute show Beatles vs Stones-A Musical Showdown
We discuss the differ...
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Most tribute bands never make it — not because of talent, but because they don’t understand the business. In this episode of Tribute Band Sessions, Heather Felicetty, of Naked Glory Entertainment breaks down what managers see that bands don’t. We talk branding, bookings, scaling, and the brutal mistakes that quietly kill careers. This isn’t motivation — it’s a bluepr...
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June 24, 2026 • 75 mins
Motley Crude Brings Back ChaosMötley Crüe wasn’t just a band — it was chaos, danger, and excess on a world stage.In this episode of Tribute Band Sessions, Shawn Band Leader & Bassist from Motley Crude breaks down what it takes to recreate one of rock’s wildest live experiences.We talk authenticity, theatrics, musicianship, and why hair metal still packs venues today.This isn’t nostalg...
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June 17, 2026 • 68 mins
Most tribute bands share a stage. These two share a bloodline. In this episode of Tribute Band Sessions, Mark and Eric Henkels open up about building careers in tribute music as father and son performers.We talk legacy, mentorship, family dynamics, and what happens when music becomes generational.This is more than performance — it’s inheritance.If you love tribute bands, this story will hit differently.
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June 10, 2026 • 48 mins
Can a tribute band truly capture the sound, energy, and musicianship of one of the greatest bands in rock history?
In this episode of Tribute Band Sessions, we sit down with Mike Pinto of San Antonio Transit, one of the premier tribute bands celebrating the music of Chicago. From massive horn arrangements and intricate vocal harmonies to recreating some of the most beloved songs ever recorded, Mike shares what ...
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June 3, 2026 • 59 mins
What happens when a tribute band becomes so accurate… the original band endorses them?
In this episode of Tribute Band Sessions, we sit down with Ian from The Musical Box—the internationally acclaimed Genesis tribute act known for recreating entire classic-era Genesis performances with astonishing precision.
We go deep into what it takes to faithfully reproduce one of the most theatrical and complex live shows in roc...
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May 27, 2026 • 74 mins
Inside the Mind of a Musician Recreating Two Completely Different Legends
What does it take to embody not just one legendary artist—but two completely different icons of rock history?
In this episode of Tribute Band Sessions, we sit down with Garrett Lechowski, the powerhouse musician behind Harvest & Rust (Neil Young tribute) and Who Are You (The Who tribute).
Garrett breaks down the massive c...
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May 20, 2026 • 67 mins
What does it take to recreate one of the greatest rock bands of all time—night after night—and still sell out iconic venues?In this episode of Tribute Band Sessions, we sit down with Tommy Zamparelli of Get The Led Out, one of the most celebrated Led Zeppelin tribute acts in the world. Tommy takes us behind the curtain of what it really means to honor Zeppelin’s legacy while building a mas...
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May 13, 2026 • 68 mins
Donna Summer wasn’t just the Queen of Disco — she was a vocal and cultural force.In this episode of Tribute Band Sessions, Rainere Martin breaks down what it really takes to honor one of the most demanding catalogs in music history.We talk vocal endurance, authenticity, and the backlash that followed disco at its peak.This is about legacy, pressure, and musical survival.If you think Donna Summer was &ldqu...
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May 6, 2026 • 61 mins
The Police Experience Tribute Band Exposes the Truth
Inside the Most Demanding Tribute Band The Police Experience
The Police made it look simple — it isn’t.In this episode of Tribute Band Sessions, The Police Experience breaks down why recreating Sting, Andy Summers, and Stewart Copeland is brutally difficult.
We talk precision, restraint, musicianship, and why most bands fail at this catalog.
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April 29, 2026 • 54 mins
Most musicians think they can step into a tribute band — they’re wrong.In this episode of Tribute Band Sessions, Matt Riddle—who has performed with world-class acts like Brit Floyd and now The Australian Pink Floyd Show—breaks down the precision, discipline, and musical awareness required to actually pull it off.We talk execution, tone, feel, and the difference between playing songs ...
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April 22, 2026 • 63 mins
They Rebuilt Oasis… and Fans Can’t Tell the Difference
Inside Supernova and the Wild Reality of Playing One of Rock’s Most Iconic Bands
What does it take to step into the shoes of one of the most legendary—and chaotic—bands in rock history?
In this episode of Tribute Band Sessions, we sit down with the members of Oasis Supernova, the Oasis tribute that’s turning heads and packing rooms with ...
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April 15, 2026 • 61 mins
Heart’s music isn’t just iconic — it’s unforgiving.In this episode of Tribute Band Sessions, Lizzy Daymont pulls back the curtain on what it takes to honor one of the most powerful catalogs in rock history.We talk vocal pressure, authenticity, and the emotional weight of carrying Ann Wilson’s legacy.This is not a tribute for the faint of heart.If you think anyone can sing Heart, this epi...
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April 8, 2026 • 71 mins
Everyone loves The Beatles — but almost no one truly understands them.In this episode of Tribute Band Sessions, March Benson breaks down how 1964 The Tribute recreates The Beatles with obsessive, almost unsettling accuracy.We talk musical precision, historical detail, and the pressure of honoring the most famous band in history.This isn’t cosplay. It’s time travel.If you think all Bea...
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April 1, 2026 • 53 mins
Katie Daryl was everywhere on TV — then she disappeared.In this episode of Tribute Band Sessions, Katie opens up about fame, burnout, and the side of television no one prepares you for.
The truth about Tribute Bands and hosting as well as writing and productions " The Worlds Greatest Tribute Bands" On AXS TV We talk career pivots, creative control, and what it really takes to survive long-term in entertainment.This...
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March 25, 2026 • 56 mins
Phyllis Hyman’s voice changed music — but her story is far more complicated than fans were ever told.In this episode of Tribute Band Sessions, Kim Pinder Garner opens up about honoring a legend whose brilliance was matched by deep personal struggle.We talk legacy, mental health, industry pressure, and what it means to carry someone else’s musical soul.
We even chat about her cousin Flavor Flav ...
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March 18, 2026 • 58 mins
Simon Napier-Bell has managed some of the biggest names in music history — and he’s not holding back.In this episode of Tribute Band Sessions, Simon pulls the curtain back on fame, power, money, and the brutal realities of the music business.From Wham! and George Michael to global productions like Raiding the Rock Vault, nothing is off-limits.This is the side of the industry fans were never meant to hear.If yo...
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March 11, 2026 • 62 mins
More Than a Tribute: How The Iron Maidens Earned Iron Maiden’s Respect
The Iron Maidens aren’t just a tribute band — they’re a global force.In this episode of Tribute Band Sessions, we sit down with Kirsten to explore the discipline, musicianship, and pressure behind honoring one of metal’s most legendary catalogs.We talk legacy, authenticity, and what it really takes to ear...
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In this episode of Tribute Band Sessions, we go behind the curtain of one of Florida’s most respected live venues with Randy Singer, Managing Partner of Boca Black Box.
Randy shares how he went from real estate into live entertainment—and why he says he’s not in the music business, but in the business of selling happiness. This conversation is emotional, funny, and brutally honest about what makes a venue thrive ...
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In this episode of Tribute Band Sessions, we sit down with Marcus Linial, founder of ML Presents, one of the most influential forces in the modern tribute-band world.
Marcus shares his journey from owning New York City live music venues to managing and producing some of the most successful tribute brands in the country—including Jessie’s Girl (’80s), ’90s shows, and the explosi...
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