The Hook Rocks!

The Hook Rocks welcomes back Sydney Taylor from Metal From The Inside & Bravewords to discuss the ongoing debate rock & metal fans have at BBQ's, Bars, & wherever else....who are the big four in Hard Rock & Heavy Metal! From Led Zeppelin to Kiss...Black Sabbath to Deep Purple...Van Halen to Rainbow....ACDC to Aerosmith we break it down and give our opinion on who takes the title! Please enjoy the episode!Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With their new self titled album being released tomorrow, lead singer of Blacktop Mojo Matt James reflects on the creative and collaborative journey the band took to find the music for the record. We discuss the new music and the influences that helped guide the way. Learn more about their process on the new Hook Rocks podcast. Please enjoy the episode!Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From the City of Brotherly Love comes a band with a purpose! That purpose is for you to raise your fist in the air and feel the tentacles of hard rock and heavy running through you. The band is The Age of Truth and the guest on The Hook Rocks is lead singer Kevin McNamara. We discuss the bands history, evolution, and their new album "Resolute". Please enjoy the episode!Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The new album "Leave A Scar" by Dee Snider hits you on the chin, punches you in the gut, and knocks you on your ass. Armed with inspiration of today's current events he had to come out of retirement and give his take on what was happening. Utilizing his creative outlet the result his a hard rock/metal masterpiece with a thoughtful point of view of the state of the world. Please enjoy the interview with Dee Snider on The Hook Rocks!Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Armed with new music the band Night Ranger is ready to rock out in front of live audiences once again. Guitar player Brad Gillis checks in with The Hook Rocks to discuss their new album ATBPO (And The Band Played On). We discuss the unique recording process and making an album remotely plus much more. Please enjoy the episode!Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I had the pleasure of seeing the second ever performance of MammothWVH at a secret show just outside the Chicago area in an intimate setting. Check out my thoughts on the show, where the new wave of rock is headed, being present both physically & mentally at a show, and the importance of being vaccinated! Please enjoy the episode!Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From Montreal Taylor McCluskey finds himself constantly reaching new heights as he evolves as an artist. He stops by The Hook Rocks to discuss his new song "Gladiator" which is about the inner spirituality needed to perform and create in the always competitive music industry. He shares his personal journey in music and performing to the present day as well as what's next. Please enjoy the episode!Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Through the darkness there is light and as an artist John Logan Parsons III is not afraid to dive into the deepest parts of the mind. Check out the Hook Rocks Podcast interview with John about his latest project Immerser. We discuss the inspiration for the music and working with producer Kane Churko. Please enjoy the episode!Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With their recent album Mojo Skyline connecting with rock fans all over the globe The Dust Coda are ready to play live in front of audiences. The unknown of when that will happen remains but one this is for certain, their album is near perfection. Lead singer/guitar player John Drake chats with The Hook Rocks on the recording process and the bands journey before they signed their first record deal. Please enjoy this conversationPart of The Pantheon Podcast Network! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mental health & addiction issues have plagued the artistic community for generations. The vulnerability that comes with putting yourself "out there" is a difficult process. It is even more problematic when an individual lacks the awareness to know and the ability to seek help because of traumatic life experiences. Singer/Songwriter , humanitarian, and activist Lauren Monroe joins The Hook Rocks to discuss her and her husband Rick Allen's work with those struggling with these issues as well as PTSD. Please enjoy the episode.Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network!https://laurenmonroe.comhttps://spoti.fi/2UvEvxxhttps://project-resiliency.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices