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Fake It Out Loud
A podcast celebrating the loud, proud, and fiercely talented world of UK rock and metal tribute bands.
Hosted by Sarah, a lifelong metalhead and gig junkie, Fake It Out Loud dives into the backstage grit, guitar wizardry, and full-throttle passion behind the UK’s booming tribute scene.
From powerhouse bands keeping legendary music alive to the venues, promoters, and festivals that make it happen — this show pulls back the curtain on the tribute circuit like never before.
Expect real talk, wild stories, gear geek-outs, crowd chaos, and the occasional shred showdown.
Whether you’re in a tribute band, love seeing them live, or just want to hear how iconic music lives on — turn it up.
Fake It Out Loud
Season 2: Episode 3: An Interview With Tony Pearce - The Bon Jovi Experience
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This week on Fake It Out Loud, Sarah is joined by Tony Pearce, frontman of The Bon Jovi Experience — the world’s leading tribute to one of rock’s biggest legends.
Officially endorsed by Jon Bon Jovi himself, The Bon Jovi Experience have spent over two decades recreating the sound, style, and spirit of stadium rock — bringing anthems like Livin’ On A Prayer, You Give Love A Bad Name, Bad Medicine, and Always to audiences across the globe.
In this episode, Tony talks about building a tribute that’s lasted the test of time, the responsibility of representing such an iconic catalogue, and what it’s really like performing to packed theatres, festivals, and international crowds night after night.
We dive into:
- How The Bon Jovi Experience came together
- Being personally endorsed by Jon Bon Jovi
- Performing for die-hard fans across the world
- Life on the road and the reality of large-scale touring
- Keeping the voice, the energy, and the passion alive after decades
- The evolution of the tribute scene
- A quick-fire round of Vocal Combat
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