The Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame Podcast
The Long Island Music & Entertainment Podcast features in-depth interviews with musicians, filmmakers, authors and entertainers from Long Island, Brooklyn and Queens.
The show is hosted by Tom Needham, LIMEHOF Vice Chairman and the host of The Sounds of Film, America's longest running film, music and ideas themed radio show.
Previous guests include Stephen Schwartz, Gary U.S. Bonds, Liberty DeVitto, Taylor Dayne, Carmine Appice, Carter Burwell, EPMD, The Illusion, The Fat Boys' Kool Rock Ski, Elliott Murphy, Wayne Robins, and Jimmy Webb.
The show is produced by the Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame who is dedicated to the recognition, honor and preservation of Long Island's music and entertainment heritage.
The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame is located at:
97 Main Street
Stony Brook, NY 11790
The Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame Podcast
THE GOOD RATS’ John Gatto on the LIMEHOF Podcast
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In this episode of the Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame Podcast, host Tom Needham sits down with Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame inductee John “The Cat” Gatto, longtime guitarist of the legendary rock band The Good Rats. Gatto reflects on his decades in music, his role in shaping the band’s signature sound, and the stories behind one of Long Island’s most enduring rock acts.
Formed on Long Island in the 1960s, The Good Rats built a devoted following with their distinctive blend of hard rock, blues, and sharp, witty songwriting. Often called “the world’s most famous unknown band,” they became a staple of the regional rock scene while also earning national attention through acclaimed albums like Tasty and relentless touring. Known for their explosive live shows and colorful stage presence, the band shared stages with artists including Aerosmith, Rush, KISS, Bruce Springsteen, and The Grateful Dead, securing their place in Long Island music history.
The Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame Podcast explores the stories behind the artists, producers, and industry figures who shaped the region’s musical legacy. Hosted by Tom Needham, the series has featured conversations with a wide range of notable guests, including Billy Joel’s musical collaborators, industry executives, filmmakers, and Hall of Fame inductees such as members of Twisted Sister, Public Enemy, Garland Jeffreys, and Taylor Dayne, among many others. Each episode offers an in-depth look at the music, moments, and people that helped define Long Island’s cultural impact.
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The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame is located at:
97 Main Street
Stony Brook, NY 11790
Email: info@limusichalloffame.org
Phone: 631-689-5888
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