Rock n Roll Chicago Podcast
The Rock n Roll Chicago Podcast is a weekly podcast that interviews bands and musicians from the Chicago area. The podcast is hosted by Ray Bernadisius ("Ray the Roadie") and Mike Metoyer ("Hollywood Mike" of Cadillac Groove, Mike & The Stillmasters). The podcast covers a wide range of topics, including the history of rock n roll in Chicago, the current state of the scene, and the challenges and opportunities facing musicians today.
Founded in 2019 by Ray the Roadie and Paul Martin, the two co-hosted the show until 2022. In 2023 Ray was joined by Mike Metoyer as the new show co-host.
The Rock n Roll Chicago Podcast is a great resource for fans of rock n roll and musicians alike. The podcast is informative, entertaining, and inspiring. It is a must-listen for anyone who loves rock n roll and wants to learn more about the Chicago music scene.
Here are some of the things you can expect to hear on the Rock n Roll Chicago Podcast:
Interviews with bands and musicians from the Chicago area
Discussions about the history of rock n roll in Chicago
Information about upcoming concerts and events
Tips and advice for musicians
And much more!
If you're a fan of rock n roll, or if you're just curious about the Chicago music scene, then you need to check out the Rock n Roll Chicago Podcast. You can find the podcast on iTunes, Spotify, and other major podcast platforms.
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The Rock n Roll Chicago Podcast is edited by Paul Martin.
Theme song courtesy of M&R Rush.
Episodes
225 episodes
Ep 220 Honeydew Squeeze
My bruthas and sistuhs!!If you dig: reggae, hip-hop, blues, soul, R&B, funk, mo-town, rock, jam bands, baby-makin'-music, or just like to get off......you are pretty much already a fan of "Honeydew Squeeze"Live music for the ...
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Season 7
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Episode 220
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45:15
Ep 219 Big Milly and the Mayhem
Chicagoland's CLASSIC Rock and Roll Band, from the Southside. Their goal is to play music that gets everyone out onto the dance floor, dancing and singing along to the music in a packed venue, making the evening a truly memorable experience for...
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Season 7
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Episode 219
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51:27
Ep 218 2024 Year in Review
Ray the Roadie and Hollywood Mike recap some of the episodes from 2024.
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Season 6
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Episode 218
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14:48
Ep 217 Fierce Atmospheres
Since its inception in Austin, TX in 2002, Fierce Atmospheres has hit the 21-year mark as a band. Having been in the Chicago metal circuit for 12 years, the band has released 5 EPs and 2 full length CDs. Eric and John stopped by the studio and ...
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Season 6
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Episode 217
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51:18
Ep 216 The Walk-Ins
The Walk-Ins is a talented full band composed of drums, bass, guitar, keys, and vocals. They can play music from various genres, including classic rock, oldies, Motown, and pop. When not bringing music to the masses they walk-in to our studio f...
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Season 6
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Episode 216
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51:52
Ep 215 Eric Case Band
Americana artist Eric Case is a singer/songwriter based in the Northwest Suburbs of Chicago. Raised on rock and roll, soul music, and a steady diet of “Willie, Waylon and the Boys” (plus Johnny Cash), Eric started playing live at 18 and has bee...
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Season 6
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Episode 215
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53:20
Ep 214 Uptown Rhythm
Given Uptown Rhythm’s versatile ability to blend the best of classic rock and roll with the magic of Motown, dance floor delights from the ‘70s, ‘80s and ‘90s through the Top 40 pop of today, it’s no wonder why they’ve quickly become Chicagolan...
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Season 6
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Episode 214
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42:14
Ep 213 Wildwood Country
Wildwood Country is a jukebox band that loves playing the best of country music “LIVE”. They are a highly sought-after group that has quickly become a hot commodity in the world of live country music, captivating audiences with their electrifyi...
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Season 6
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Episode 213
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54:10
Ep 212 Wrought Iron Soul
Wrought Iron Soul is a Chicago-area based Blues and Classic Rock band, with a few twists thrown in. The boys stopped by the studio and we found out where they're forging to.
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Season 6
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Episode 212
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51:13
Ep 211 Code Blue
Code Blue Band performs cover songs by many legendary artists to entertain the Chicagoland area. We met up with the boys to talk about their history, as well as how this all came together. Listen quick because you never know when there will be ...
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Season 6
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Episode 211
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50:46
Ep 210 The Midnight Calls
The Midnight Calls is a denim and leather Rock & Roll outfit from Chicago. The band is fronted by Spain-born singer, Taran de Pablos and features guitarists Adam Arling (The Last Vegas, Urge Overkill, Warrior Soul) and Tony McQuaid (Loudmou...
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Season 6
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Episode 210
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53:06
Ep 209 Half Life Crisis feat. Wesley Jaffray
Ray and Mike hooked up with Wesley to chat about his project and where he is going with it. We had to be real quick too because we were already at a Half Life.
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Season 6
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Episode 209
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55:17
Ep 208 Cuttlass
CUTTLASS is a blues oriented hard rock band from Chicago. One strong asset is that the band is very versatile. In this world of uncertainties, we know this for certain: CUTTLASS has the desire, strength and talent that surpasses that of the ave...
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Season 6
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Episode 208
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51:23
Ep 207 Gotham Ramblers
The reviews are in, and everyone loves this band, Gotham Ramblers. A quite diverse setlist comes with the band so no one can say they didn’t play anything they liked. We were fortunate to have them all in our studio and were able to talk with t...
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Season 6
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Episode 207
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1:11:46
Ep 206 The StingRays
The StingRays play the greatest music ever written and play it with the energy, passion and authenticity of the artists whose music they love. Their music, great rapport with audiences, their look and the famous StingRay moves have made them re...
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Season 6
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Episode 206
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44:01
Ep 205 Ambidexterous
AMBIDEXTROUS is a 1960s-70s cover band, which began as a duet in 2014 with Scott Sodaro on electric guitar and his friend from 1st grade, Ray Lemieux, on acoustic. What makes AMBIDEXTROUS unique is their approach to the songs they love. They pl...
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Season 6
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Episode 205
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56:38
Ep 204 Evil Jim and the Culprits
High energy classic rock cover band featuring music from the 60s, 70s, 80s, and 90s! Hearing that the boys were out on good behavior, we snatched them to the studio to hear about their capers.
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Season 6
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Episode 204
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41:55
Ep 203 Dolph Chaney and the Phins
While its original heyday was in the early ‘70s, power pop never went away; songwriters and musicians continued to craft finely-tuned, compact songs that – in their own often modest way – carried on the tradition. Dolph Chaney is one of those, ...
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59:52
Ep 202 Members Only
For the past 8 years, Members Only has been steadily building up the Jacket Army. Featuring both, male and female lead vocals, they can bring the best dance music the 80’s has to offer. Hair, Rock, Pop, New Wave, they bring it all. We got our d...
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Season 6
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Episode 202
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58:01
Ep 201 Shooter
RAMI Award Winning Southern Rock Band. One of the longest running Chicago area ASS Kickin' Southern Rock Shows featuring Original music and Classic Rock. Established in 1982. They've gone through several members but still have fo...
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Season 6
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Episode 201
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52:58
Ep 200 My Sacrifice
Chicagolands tribute to Creed. We would have been Unforgiven if we didn't welcome them to the studio with Arms Wide Open. We would have had to slink Away in Silence.
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Season 6
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Episode 200
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46:22
Ep 199 The Aftermath
An every-man’s band of guys and gals with superhuman talent. When you combine all these talented people, you get the Aftermath, a band name which is fitting, because after they melt your faces and blow your mind with their prowess, you’ll be pi...
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Season 6
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Episode 199
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40:28
Ep 198 Oh Yes!
What started out, during the pandemic, as a twist on “Live from Daryl’s House” for local musicians, “Live at Matt’s Barn” was born. As the craze grew, more and more people wanted to book the band. Seems like the barnyard was coming to the peopl...
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Episode 198
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1:10:50
Ep 197 Schtillrokken
Schtillrokken is a party band playing music across multiple decades and multiple genres. If you haven't heard of them, you will definitely know their music. We got them to hit the brakes and join us in the studio and talk about their extended w...
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Season 6
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Episode 197
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52:48
Ep 196 The Electric Cars
The Electric Cars stand as more than a tribute band - they are agents of an era, bringing the timeless 1980's hits of The Cars to a new generation. With a set that includes classics like "Just What I Needed," "My Best Friend's Girl," and the hi...
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Season 6
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Episode 196
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58:56
