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This generations rock music is just as good as past generations! They have the influences of the great legacy bands but have their own modern sound. Now the guitar heroes of this new wave of rock are starting to emerge. The Hook Rocks welcomes back my son @TheYouthRocks! to discuss some of his favorite guitar players like Blake Allard from Joyous Wolf, John Notto from Dirty Honey, and Tyler Bryant from Tyler Bryant & The Shakedown and how they are influencing him. Please enjoy the episode!Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Like many bands in the 70's Thin Lizzy wanted to capture the energy of the live experience their studio albums failed to do. The result is the masterpiece Live & Dangerous. The album includes performances from the 76 & 77 tours from Philadelphia, Toronto, & London. Frequent Hook Rocks contributor Rob in the Hood (@TheRecidivists) checks in to discuss the band, the album, & the influence Phil Lynott & the guitar duo of Scott Gorham & Brian Roberton had on rock music. For those curious about Thin Lizzy's music, this is great place to start. Please enjoy the episode!Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

True Villains brings the rock 'n' roll with huge anthem choruses, raw riffs, and a groove that keeps you wanting more. Based in Nashville the bands members migrated to Music City from all over the country. They feature a modern sound with familiar influences from decades past. Lead singer Beau Lastavich talks the bands history, their music, and what's next on The Hook Rocks Podcast! Please enjoy the episode.Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the pandemic almost behind us we look towards the future with positivity. We are able to be social again attending rock concerts, going for dinner, and enjoying a ballgame. In 2021, rock music is having a resurgence with some of its best music being released in decades. New bands and legacy artists are hitting home runs and fans are loving it. It still has a ways to go but the future has never been brighter. Marci Wiser is back to talk with The Hook Rocks to talk about where rock is today and what we should be excited about. Please enjoy the episode!Part of the Pantheon Podcast Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The pandemic is over and the band Radkey is ready to rock 'n' roll. With new music in hand they are supporting the Foo Fighter in support of their 2020 album Green Room. Bassist Isaiah Radke checks in with The Hook Rocks to discuss their upcoming tour and latest album. He discusses what it was like to self produce the new record and how the upcoming tour came to be, plus much more!. Please enjoy this episode!Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are back with our quarterly segment on the top albums from April through June, 2021! Chris Corradetti and I break down all the great music that has been released in the second quarter of 2021 and choose are favorites! Once again, with so much great music being released some difficult choices had to be made. We also included several of our Twitter followers and their selections. It was fun but also painful. Please enjoy the episode!Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With an understanding of where they came from and a purpose to their music singer/drummer Cody Bowles & guitarist/bassist/keyboardist Kevin Comeau have solidified themselves as a thinking persons rock band. They chat with Jay from The Hook Rocks about empathy to those that need a voice and the want to share their view of spirituality, historical truths, and connection to nature. Influenced by the legendary Canadian band Rush, their music is a journey filled with ambitious arrangements, rhythmic beats, and a power to take you to another place. They are one of the leaders in the New Wave of Rock Music. Please enjoy the episode!Part of The Pantheon Podcast NetworkConversation includes sensitive discussions about abuse that may be difficult to hear & observe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Legendary drummer Carmine Appice joins Jay Scott on the latest episode of The Hook Rocks to discuss his new podcast 'Hangin & Bangin' with his brother Vinny & music promoter Ron Anesti. We also get Carmine's thoughts on the current state of rock music as well as a look back on bands King Kobra & Blue Murder...plus his history with Vinnie Vincent! Please enjoy the episode.Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With their new single "Dance Around" debuting across all social media platforms and a tour with The Dust Coda just announced, the band The Hot Damn is ready to take on the world. Built from the demise of a few bands their history is still being built and drummer Josie O'Toole joins the Hook Rocks to talk their future, their creative process, and how the band developed during the pandemic. We also discuss the impact Brexit is having on the music industry and what it means for them as well as other young emerging bands in the U.K. Please enjoy the episode!Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Influenced by The Beatles, Led Zeppelin, and a plethora of other artists The Damn Truth continues to evolve as a band. The next step was working with acclaimed producer Bob Rock who along with Tom took the band to the next level with songs like "Everything Fades, Tomorrow, & This Is Who We Are Now". The new album 'Now or Nowhere' shows that growth. Lead singer Lee-la Baum & Guitarist Tom Shemer join The Hook Rocks to talk about their new album plus much more. Please enjoy the episode!Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices