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2021 continues to be an incredible year for rock 'n' roll fans alike with great new albums being released at a record pace. Very few albums are as anticipated as much as the first full length album from the Southern California rock band Dirty Honey. The self titled album delivers on all fronts with tasty hooks and endless grooves. Guitarist John Notto and bassist Justin Smolian stop by The Hook Rocks Podcast to talk about the new album, the recording process, and their thoughts on the new wave of rock music. Please enjoy the episode!Part of Pantheon Podcast Network! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With a sense of independence bassist Abby K is ready to take the next step in her young career. Armed with new songs and new bandmates Crispy Borell & Diego Vargas, the trio ventured to music city Nashville, TN to embark on a journey as band. Recording with Troy Luccketta from Tesla they are excited at what lies ahead. The three join The Hook Rocks while in their car waiting to go into the studio and tell Jay their plans. Enjoy the conversation!Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The legendary lead vocalist from Ratt joins Jay on The Hook Rocks Podcast to discuss his livestream show from The Whisky A Go Go this Friday night April 2nd. We talk how the show came about, Ratt's impact on the Sunset Strip scene in the '80s, what the future holds in regards to the band and his solo career, plus his thoughts on Eddie Van Halen. Please enjoy the conversation!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 January through March, 2021! Chris Corradetti and I break down all the great music that has been released since the first of the year and choose are favorites! 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.I would also like to thank all of you for listening as we've made it to 200 episodes! I hope you've enjoyed our conversations and look forward to more in the future. Please enjoy the episode.Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fame On Fire blends genre's with a captivating sound. Merging rock, hip hop, and heavy metal the band takes a raw and honest approach when it comes to their music and lyrics. Vocalist Bryan Kuznitz visits The Hook Rocks Podcast to discuss how they approached the new album Levels, how they've built their fan base, and how writing lyrics helps him be more self aware when looking back on his experiences. Please enjoy the episode!Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The follow up to The End Machine self titled debut album in 2019 will be out on April 9th! Phase2 brings together Robert Mason, Steve Brown (Mick's brother), George Lynch, and my guest Jeff Pilson on another album filled with heavy grooves and big hooks that will melt our faces! I chat with Jeff about the album, the recording process, and his relationship with George plus so much more in this great conversation. Please enjoy the episode!Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With technology pulling everyone in all different directions the need to create a platform for bands and their videos to be seen, heard, and viewed is long overdue. Just like what Headbangers Ball did for rock fans in the '80s "The Ball" hopes to generate the same buzz for metal fans of all ages. Former MTV VJ and host of "The Ball" Riki Rachtman stops by The Hook Rocks to chat about why he wanted to create this outlet and how Gimme Metal TV was the perfect partnership for the show. Please enjoy the episode!Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sammy Boller's love for music and the guitar started at an early age. The video was for the song "Panama" by Van Halen and it set him off on the path of rock 'n' roll. Years later he is building his audience with an identifiable guitar tone filled with strong melodies, layered texture, and colors. We discuss his 2020 album Kingdom of The Sun and the recording process as well as how he's remained creative during the pandemic, plus much more. Please enjoy the episode!Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The long anticipated album by Richie Kotzen and Iron Maiden guitarist Adrian Smith is set for release this Friday. Recorded on the Turks and Caicos Islands early last year the album combines elements of blues and soul producing a sound reminiscent of '70 bands such as Bad Company and Deep Purple. Kotzen joins Jay Scott on The Hook Rocks Podcast to discuss the writing and recording process while also talking about the benefits of having the forced downtime during COVID19. Please enjoy the episode!Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As the music business continues its descent into a technology based industry where algorithms determine relevancy, blockchain technology and platforms such as Soundcloud could potentially change the game. Kristi Enigl joins me once again to discuss the changes in the industry infrastructure and how it will impact the money made by bands and artists who will no longer be beholden to streaming services. Please enjoy the episode!Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices