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The iconic Canadian rock band Coney Hatch has released a limited edition vinyl collectors authorized bootleg "Live From The EL Mocambo". The livestream event was recorded this past fall at the iconic club and features a setlist showcasing the bands incredible history. Singer/guitarist Carl Dixon chats with The Hook Rocks about the decision to capture the show for their first every live recording during the pandemic, as well as his thoughts on the future of livestreaming. Please enjoy this conversation featuring all this and more!Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After releasing their debut album 'Self Aware' in 2019 Empyre decided to head into the studio and record acoustic versions of their songs. Offering a different perspective, the result is the 2021 album 'The Other Side'. Singer Henrik Steenholdt discusses the decision to re-record the stripped down versions as well as the current state of rock music. Please enjoy the episode!Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Author, entrepreneur, model, and ultimate rocker Carrie Stevens returns to The Hook Rocks Podcast to discuss how she connected with Van Halen, why they were one of the biggest bands ever, and her casual friendship with David Lee Roth. She always shares intimate moments with Kiss' Eric Carr never talked about before. Please enjoy the episode!Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The new album 'Baptize' from the metal core band Atreyu will be out June 4th and Travis Miguel joins The Hook Rocks Podcast to talk about the process of recording the record with the circumstances surrounding the pandemic. Travis offers insight into how the band focused on the music and tuned out the outside world in order to create the new album. Please enjoy the episode!Part Of The Pantheon Podcast Network! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We revisit a favorite topic of The Hook Rocks Podcast with acclaimed author and Heavy Metal Historian Martin Popoff. Our discussion about the NWOBHM begins with its origins and what artists had a direct influence on these bands which included Iron Maiden, Def Leppard, Saxon, and others. We cover the defining album art, production quality, and the impact it had on American music. Please enjoy the conversation!Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When we last spoke in late fall of 2019 Neil Hunter and his bandmates in Takeaway Thieves were excited about their EP and recording a new album in 2020. A lot changed in the world but the band took the time to prepare themselves for success when normalcy returned.The rise of cryptocurrency along with dismal payouts from streaming services has caused artists like Takeaway Thieves to change their thinking when it comes to revenue. NFT gives theses bands more power over their music and the ability to bring in money. A missing element for new and emerging bands. Neil and I discuss all this plus new music in 2021 from Takeaway Thieves. Please enjoy the episode!Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After releasing the very personal self reflective record 'Year of The Tiger' in 2018 Myles Kennedy's latest album 'The Ides of March' continues with his own personal perspective of the world events impacting our reality. The music draws from many different genre's such as rock, soul, blues, and country creating a perfect vibe to the lyrical content defining his observations. Myles concludes the interview with an update on Alter Bridge and Slash & The Conspirators. Please enjoy the episode!Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The album American Dream is a personal celebration for Diamante. It's a reflection on overcoming relationships and self doubt, while becoming more aware of who she is. This musical journey will act as a time stamp of who she was at this moment in time. Diamante visits with The Hook Rocks to discuss the albums raw emotion through the creative process and the decision to part ways with her record label and become an independent artist. Please enjoy the episode!Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Searching for the sound he heard in his mind Eddie Van Halen embarked on a journey that shattered the limitations of guitar playing. Not only did his guitar playing expand the imagination and wonder of young guitar players but, his dedication to improving how the instrument is made was game changing. Friend of the show Mike Longacre, a luthier from Hermosa Beach, Ca visits The Hook Rocks to discuss all of this and more. Enjoy the episode!Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The long awaited debut album "Against The Wall" from Mason Hill is finally here...and it's more than worth the wait. Filled with hard edge riffs and addictive melodies the album is one of the best in 2021. Lead vocalist Scott Taylor checks in with The Hook Rocks Podcast to discuss the long process of recording this record, the anticipation of finally playing live, and the resurgence in rock music. Please enjoy the episode!Part of the Pantheon Podcast Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices