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Geekwire Week of 11.19.23 - Ep553 from 2023-11-20T02:25

We're back to discuss all the latest happenings in the rock world with Geekwire! Here's a look at what we're covering this week: A Kurt Cobain cigarette pack is going up for auction.Sammy Hagar in...

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Radio Sucks Radio Show - Ep552 from 2023-11-09T20:15:22

It's been a long time but we're backed to serve up some great, loud goodness with the Radio Sucks Radio Show! This week Aaron is bringing great tracks from Marvelous 3, Spirit Adrift, Andy Taylor, ...

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Geekwire Week of 11.01.23 - Ep551 from 2023-11-01T23:37

We're back to cover all the latest, greatest, and weirdest news in the rock world with Geekwire! Here's a look at the stories we're covering this time: JEFF SCOTT SOTO Says MIKE PORTNOY Didn't Tel...

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Shootin' the Breeze with Dawn of the Rising - Ep550 from 2023-10-25T01:56:48

This week Aaron hangs out with Ray and Iggy from Dawn of the Rising during their recent trip to Nashville. The guys were in town to attend the Josie Awards at The Grand Ole Opry where they were nom...

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Geekwire Week of 10.13.23 - Ep549 from 2023-10-14T03:29:39

We're back with the latest, greatest, and weirdest in rock and metal news with Geekwire! Here are the stories we're covering this week! Sharon Osbourne and Ozzy Osbourne have an assisted-suicide p...

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Brushes With Greatness - Ep548 from 2023-10-05T23:16:41

We're back with a new edition of Brushes With Greatness! This time, our friend bassist Rik Fox (Steeler/Freakshow) joins us to share some of his run-ins with the famous/infamous. If you didn't alre...

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Geekwire Week of 09.29.23 - Ep547 from 2023-09-29T20:46:02

We're back to cover all the latest, greatest, and weirdest happenings in the rock world with Geekwire! Here's a look at what we're covering this week: Live Nation ends artist merchandise cuts at c...

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Fresh Blood September 2023 - Ep546 from 2023-09-25T00:18:29

We're back to serve you up a special slab of great new rock and metal tunes from killer new artists with Fresh Blood! In this edition, Chris is delivering great tracks from The Sunset Drip, Iron Vo...

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Geekwire Week of 09.15.23 - Ep545 from 2023-09-19T12:04:55

We're back with another look at the weird, wild, and wonderful world of rock with Geekwire! Here's a look at the stories we're focusing on this week! Nuno Bettencourt says Extreme had three albums...

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The Best&Worst of Led Zeppelin Part 2 (1974-1982) - Ep544 from 2023-09-09T22:32:11

We're back to discuss the second half of the Led Zeppelin discography as we pick our Best&Worst tracks from each album. Led Zeppelin's career from 1974-1982 was a period of great success, with the ...

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Geekwire Week of 09.01.23 - Ep543 from 2023-09-01T17:25

We're back to discuss all the weird, wild, and wonderful stories from the rock world with Geekwire! Here's a look at the stories we're covering. Ronnie Younkins will perform with KIX at their fina...

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Beat the Geek Week - Ep542 from 2023-08-22T23:14

It's time to get our rock trivia on with another edition of Beat the Geek Week! This is the game show that goes to eleven and this week is no exception as we've got THREE rounds of the game for you...

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Geekwire Week of 08.16.23 - Ep541 from 2023-08-16T17:49:47

We're back to cover all the latest in the rock and metal world with Geekwire! Here's a look at what we're talking about this week! Dee Snider blasted bands who wait too long to retire, saying that...

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Alternate KISStory - Ep540 from 2023-08-07T03:18:01

July may be over but KISSmas isn't as we time travel to another dimension with Alternate KISStory. Imagine, if you will, KISStory playing out differently. Imagine that certain albums were never rel...

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Geekwire Week of 08.02.23 - Ep539 from 2023-08-01T23:26:06

We're back to talk all the latest and weirdest in the rock world with Geekwire for the week of 08.02.23! Here's a look at the stories we're covering this week. Nuno Bettencourt apologizes to Richa...

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Cadillac Dreams with Bill Barnett - Ep538 from 2023-07-26T20:39:29

We continue KISSmas in July with a trip back to 1975 in Cadillac, Michigan! Bill Barnett was a member of the Cadillac High School football team and was at ground zero for one of the most unique mom...

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Geekwire Week of 07.19.23 - Ep537 from 2023-07-19T02:35:01

While KISSmas in July is still in effect, there's a lot of rock news still out there to cover with Geekwire! Here's a look at what we're covering this week. Creed is planning a 2024 tour to celebr...

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Storytime with Diamond Tim (KISSmas in July) - Ep536 from 2023-07-11T18:51:19

We're kicking off KISSmas in July with an unforgettable guest that's got loads of entertaining stories as we present Storytime with Diamond Tim! Diamond Tim is a Nashville native that grew up as th...

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Geekwire Week of 07.06.23 - Ep535 from 2023-07-07T01:49:43

We're back with all the latest and greatest happenings in the rock world with the latest edition of Geekwire! Here's a summary of what we're covering this week!Nuno Bettencourt talks about Extreme'...

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The Best&Worst of Led Zeppelin Part 1 (1969-1973) - Ep534 from 2023-06-30T19:38:58

We're back this week to dive deep into the discography of one of the greatest rock bands of all time, Led Zeppelin. Specifically, we'll be exploring their albums released between 1969 and 1973, pic...

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Geekwire Week of 06.23.23 - Ep533 from 2023-06-23T15:02

We're back to cover all the current news happening in the rock world with Geekwire! Here's a rundown of what's being covered this week.A morbid, yet entertaining, article on rock stars last meals w...

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Fresh Blood June 2023 - Ep532 from 2023-06-15T18:09:27

We're back to give your ears a bunch of rock goodness with Fresh Blood! While we all love our old favorites, they aren't getting any younger. For rock to survive, we have to look towards the future...

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Geekwire Week of 06.08.23 - Ep531 from 2023-06-08T21:09:16

We're back to bring you up to speed on all the pertinent news happening in the rock world with Geekwire! Steel Panther drew mixed reactions from rock fans and musicians with their recent audition o...

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Conversation with Klaus Eichstadt of Ugly Kid Joe - Ep530 from 2023-06-02T01:56:56

We return this week with our conversation with guitarist Klaus Eichstadt of Ugly Kid Joe! Chris&Aaron ventured to the Hi-Fi Annex in Indianapolis to see the bill of Ugly Kid Joe, Fozzy, and Pistols...

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Geekwire Live From Indy - Ep529 from 2023-05-25T13:54:20

We've been on vacation but didn't want to leave you hanging so this week you're getting Geekwire Live from Indy! While preparing for their upcoming in-person interview with Klaus from Ugly Kid Joe ...

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Geekwire Week of 05.18.23 - Ep528 from 2023-05-18T00:36:58

We're back to discuss all the weird and wild happenings in the rock world with Geekwire! Aerosmith's upcoming farewell tour with The Black Crows is making news dueto it's pricing. For a paltry $400...

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Geekwire - Week of May 1, 2023 - Ep526 from 2023-05-06T02:30:45

We're back discuss all the recent happenings in the rock and metal world with Geekwire for the first week of May 2023! Motley Crue just continues to be in the news. This time, it's a combination of...

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Geekwire - Week of May 1, 2023 - Ep526 from 2023-05-06T02:30:45

We're back discuss all the recent happenings in the rock and metal world with Geekwire for the first week of May 2023! Motley Crue just continues to be in the news. This time, it's a combination of...

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Geekwire Week of 04.21.23 - Ep524 from 2023-04-22T13:56:36

We're back to discuss all the happenings in the rock and metal world with Geekwire! The drama in the Motley Crue camp just continues to heat up. Between Mick Mars' lawsuit, Nikki Sixx's disparaging...

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Ask Us Anything - Ep523 from 2023-04-13T15:06:15

It's been a while since we interacted with you directly but that changes this week as we invite you to Ask Us Anything! We put out the call for questions from our beloved listeners and you all came...

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Geekwire for Week of 04.07.23 - Ep522 from 2023-04-07T01:20:23

We're back with all the latest happenings in the rock and metal world with Geekwire! Tragically, one person died and several were injured at a recent Morbid Angel show outside of Chicago. We discus...

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ROCKNPOD Recap - Ep521 from 2023-04-04T02:07:33

We're back, along with special guest Courtney Cronin-Dold, to recap all the recent happenings in Nashville with our ROCKNPOD Recap! ROCKNPOD Weekend took place March 17-19 in Music City. It all sta...

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Beat the Geek Week - Ep520 from 2023-03-27T00:29:39

We're back this week for some rock and metal trivia as Chris takes on 3 opponents for Beat the Geek Week! Recorded just before ROCKNPOD (recap episode coming next week), Aaron returns as your favor...

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Geekwire Week of 03.12.23 - Ep519 from 2023-03-12T15:26:37

We're back with all the intriguing news of the rock and metal worlds with Geekwire! We start things off with our very own Aaron Camaro who has now become famous in the KISS fandom world. Listen to ...

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Fresh Blood February 2023 - Ep518 from 2023-02-26T23:33:41

We return this week with a bunch of musical greatness for your ears with Fresh Blood! We've got 10 bands that have incredible material that you (most likely) haven't heard. This week Chris brings g...

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Geekwire for Week of 02.20.23 - Ep517 from 2023-02-20T02:34:39

We're back to discuss all the current happenings in the rock and metal world with Geekwire! We start with a double-shot of Megadeth-related news as the band proper will be joined by former guitaris...

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Geekwire Week of 02.02.23 - Ep515 from 2023-02-03T00:12:29

We're back to break down all the current rock and metal news with Geekwire! After many years of pleading, Ugly Kid Joe are finally doing a stateside tour.KISS manager Doc McGhee recently appeared o...

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The Best&Worst of Guns N Roses with Craig Gass - Ep514 from 2023-01-27T10:56

We're back with a great talk with a great guest as comedian Craig Gass joins us for The Best&Worst of Guns N Roses! Formed on the Sunset Strip in 1985, Guns N Roses quickly ascended to the top of t...

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Geekwire: Week of 01.19.23 - Ep513 from 2023-01-20T02:27:45

We're back to cover all the current rock and metal news happenings with Geekwire! Legendary guitarist Jeff Beck recently passed away and a huge outpouring of tributes from the music world ensued. W...

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Best of 2022 - Ep512 from 2023-01-13T16:34

We're back this week to take a look at the year that was with our Best of 2022 episode! As we tend to say every year, if you think rock is dead, you're not looking hard enough. There were a ton of ...

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Geekwire: Week of 01.05.23 - Ep511 from 2023-01-05T23:10:12

We're back to talk all the rock and metal news that's fit to spit with Geekwire! Topics covered this week include Rolling Stone magazine's new list that's pissing everyone off, Peter Criss singing ...

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The Best&Worst of Metallica Part 2 (1996-Today) - Ep510 from 2022-12-30T17:49:45

We're back for the second half of our 2 part series on the Best&Worst of Metallica! This time, we're joined by our friend and fellow podcaster Joshua Toomey to cover the latter half of the kings of...

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Geekwire: Week of 12.23.22 - Ep509 from 2022-12-23T23:10:16

We're back to discuss all the rock and metal news that's fit to spit with Geekwire! This week we talk news stories including Sebastian Bach reflecting on what he misses about the old days, Queensry...

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The Best&Worst of Metallica Part 1 (1983-1991) - Ep508 from 2022-12-15T02:14:32

This week we begin a mega two part series as we look at The Best&Worst of Metallica! In this episode, we're joined by fellow podcaster Metal Mike Tyler from That Metal Station&The Plug podcast. Thi...

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Geekwire Week of 12.08.22 - Ep507 from 2022-12-08T22:12:46

We're back with all the rock news that's fit to spit with Geekwire! The biggest news recently has been the Lux Aeterna single release by Metallica as well as their upcoming album and stadium tour. ...

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Christmas Shopping 2022 - Ep506 from 2022-12-01T17:20:25

We all remember getting the annual Wish Book from the department store and drooling over all the cool stuff we wanted from Santa each year. The modern day equivalent to that these days is eBay. You...

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Geekwire: Week of 11.17.22 - Ep505 from 2022-11-18T00:52:59

We've got a new name but the same, goofy news coverage as we present Geekwire! As per usual, we're covering all the rock and metal news that you care about. Starting things off is our announcement ...

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The Best&Worst of Motley Crue 1990&Beyond - Ep504 from 2022-11-11T22:21:26

Every now and then we like to challenge ourselves. Our Best&Worst series has become a listener-favorite. Many times, we focus on the glory years of a band. But, NOT today! For as massive as Motley ...

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New Noize - Ep503 from 2022-11-02T23:39:30

We're back to cover all the interesting news out of the rock and metal worlds with New Noize! John Bush was once again asked about touring on his catalog of Anthrax material. Mick Mars has official...

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Fresh Blood - Ep502 from 2022-10-25T01:03:57

We're back again with some awesome tunes from new-ish bands with another edition of Fresh Blood! The reports of rock's demise have been greatly exaggerated and we're gonna prove it to you with with...

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New Noize Weekly - Ep501 from 2022-10-21T12:21:46

We're back to discuss all the rock and metal news that's fit to spit with New Noize Weekly! ACCEPT ran into some trouble on their 'Too Mean to Die' US tour as vocalist Mark Tornillo is suffering th...

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500! A Look Back - Ep500 from 2022-10-14T15:59:34

What a long, strange trip it's been. When we got together in 2011, we couldn't have envisioned that we'd still be doing this over 11 years later. Moreover, we never expected to have made the connec...

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New Noize Weekly - Ep499 from 2022-10-06T01:03:56

We're back talking current rock and metal news with New Noize Weekly! The new documentary on the legendary life of Ronnie James Dio, 'Dreamers Never Die,' was released to theaters recently. Noticea...

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The Best&Worst of White Lion - Ep498 from 2022-09-29T13:41:37

We're back this week for another Best&Worst episode; this time we're tackling the catalog of White Lion. White Lion, formed in New York in the early 1980's, featured all the ingredients that a band...

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New Noize Weekly - 09.20.22 - Ep497 from 2022-09-19T22:47:22

We're back to cover all the latest happenings in the rock and metal music worlds with New Noize Weekly!Wendy Dio recently stated in an interview that Ronnie James Dio was always overlooked while he...

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Where You Come From: France - Ep496 from 2022-09-13T22:08:58

This week we're joined by fellow podcaster Victor Ruiz as we travel overseas for Where You Come From: France! After highlighting French band BlackRain on a recent episode, our friend Victor clued u...

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New Noize Weekly 09.10.22 - Ep495 from 2022-09-09T22:42:38

We're back to talk about all the latest, coolest, and ridiculous rock stories going with New Noize Weekly! The Nirvana Nevermind baby lawsuit is dismissed, Bobby Blotzer pushes for a RATT reunion, ...

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Fresh Blood September 2022 - Ep494 from 2022-09-02T17:54:55

We're back to give you some of our favorite newer rock and metal with Fresh Blood for September 2022! This week Chris brings great tracks from Guillotine, Who on Earth, Revival Black, Madhouse, and...

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New Noize Weekly 08.30.22 - Ep493 from 2022-08-30T23:43:42

We're back to discuss all the current rock and metal news with New Noize Weekly! Kingdom Come drummer James Kottak will be sitting out their upcoming Texas concerts; giving way to former Slaughter ...

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Radio Sucks Radio Show August 2022 - Ep492 from 2022-08-26T23:23:47

We're back to give your ears a wild ride with tunes you'll never get on traditional radio with Radio Sucks Radio Show for August of 2022! This week Chris is bringing you great tracks from Nordic Un...

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New Noize Weekly - Ep491 from 2022-08-16T18:22:16

We're back to discuss all the latest rock and metal news with New Noize Weekly! KISS' Gene Simmons recently did an interview with comedian/podcaster Dean Delray on his Let There Be Talk podcast. Th...

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Demolicious - Ep490 from 2022-08-10T20:46:15

We're back this week with a brand edition of Demolicious! Sometimes, the coolest stuff gets left off of albums from our favorite artists. This week, we thought we'd highlight some of our favorite t...

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New Noize Weekly 08.05.22 - Ep489 from 2022-08-05T19:18:01

We're back to bring you all the latest, greatest, and weirdest news in the rock and metal world with New Noize Weekly! Kerry King recently did an interview and stated that his new project is on par...

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The Best&Worst of Pantera - Ep488 from 2022-08-03T02:31:26

This week we're joined by fellow podcasters Joshua Toomey and Chris Akin as we go over The Best&Worst of Pantera! With the Texas metal legends making news recently with the reunion of Philip Anselm...

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New Noize Weekly 07.27.22 - Ep487 from 2022-07-28T00:42:41

We're back to discuss all the current happenings in the rock and metal world with New Noize Weekly! The past few weeks have been like KISSmas for die-hard fans of the Hottest Band in the Land as a ...

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The Best&Worst of 80's Iron Maiden - Ep486 from 2022-07-22T19:06:30

This week we're upping the irons as we pick The Best&Worst of 80's Iron Maiden! Joining us for this talk is Chris Dunnett of Powerslave (The Iron Maiden Experience). Chris has been a die-hard Iron ...

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New Noize Weekly - 07.13.22 - Ep485 from 2022-07-13T21:25:58

We're back with all the rock and metal news that's fit to spit with New Noize Weekly! There's a lot going on in the world of music and we're here to discuss it. There have been a lot of cancellatio...

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Radio Sucks Radio Show July 2022 - Ep484 from 2022-07-09T02:20:09

We're back this week with another slab of awesome music to feed your head with Radio Sucks Radio Show for July 2022! Radio may not be spinning these songs but we are! This week's music includes som...

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Fresh Blood July 2022 - Ep483 from 2022-06-30T21:37:30

We're back this week to bring you tons of great rock and metal with Fresh Blood for July 2022! For Chris' picks, he's bringing you some awesome music from Kodiak, White Raven Down, Wicked Smile, Wi...

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New Noize Weekly 06.23.22 - Ep482 from 2022-06-23T22:06:10

We're back to cover all the most important, noteworthy, and ridiculous recent rock news with New Noize Weekly. The Stadium Tour featuring Motley Crue, Def Leppard, Poison, and Joan Jett kicked off ...

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The Best&Worst of Poison - Ep481 from 2022-06-19T20:32:25

This week we're taking a deep dive into the discography of one of rock's most polarizing bands as we discuss The Best&Worst of Poison! Initially called Paris and formed in Mechanicsburg, PA, the ba...

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Torpedo Dudes 4 All (Creatures Fest Review) - Ep480 from 2022-06-10T00:37:11

Since no other podcast has done it, we're back this week to review the recent Creatures Fest event that took place in Nashville. Yes, we're totally being sarcastic. A lot of our friends in the podc...

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New Noize Weekly - Week of 06.07.22 from 2022-06-06T22:21:18

We're back to talk about all the notable current rock happenings with New Noize Weekly for the week of June 7, 2022! Aerosmith recently cancelled several dates of their upcoming Las Vegas residency...

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On Assignment - New England (1979) Ep478 from 2022-05-31T22:39:04

This week we return to the classroom as they go On Assignment for the 1979 self-titled release by New England. This time our teacher is Dennis Talbott from the Ages of Rock podcast. If you don't kn...

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New Noize Weekly - Week of 05.25.22 - Ep477 from 2022-05-24T20:18:30

We're back to talk current rock news with the weekly edition of New Noize as we close out May of 2022! There's lots to get to so let's get going! A less-than-credible source has stated that Motley ...

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Radio Sucks May 2022 - Ep476 from 2022-05-18T22:06:47

We're back to blast your ears with some rock and metal goodness as we present the Radio Sucks Radio Show for May of 2022! We've got a great lineup of songs by amazing bands for you this week. Chris...

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Eric Dover Reflects on Slash's Snakepit 'It's Five O'Clock Somewhere' - Albums Unleashed from 2022-05-11T15:34:19

This week Eric Dover joins us to discuss Slash's Snakepit's 1995 release 'It's Five O'Clock Somewhere.' In 1995, Guns N' Roses were one of the biggest bands in the world; yet one of the most divide...

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New Noize May 2022 - Ep474 from 2022-05-03T19:32:14

We're back with a whole bunch more rock and metal news with New Noize May 2022! We're covering a ton of stuff this week and giving our unfiltered takes so strap in. Autograph bassist Randy Rand rec...

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Fresh Blood April 2022 - Ep473 from 2022-04-23T01:38:32

We're back this week to bring you some killer new rock with Fresh Blood April 2022! If you know of anyone stating that "rock is dead," be sure to clue them into this episode and prove them wrong! C...

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Ask Us Anything - Ep472 from 2022-04-14T17:26:51

You've got questions and we've got the answers this week as we present Ask Us Anything! We put out a call on the Decibel Geek social media channels and many of you responded. We take on a variety o...

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New Noize April 2022 - Ep471 from 2022-04-08T02:58

We're back this week with all the rock news that's fit to spit with New Noize April 2022! It's been a heavy past couple weeks in the rock world with sad stories including the untimely death or Foo ...

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Radio Sucks Radio Show March 2022 - Ep470 from 2022-03-17T20:13:32

We're bringing you a great batch of ear candy for you this week with the Radio Sucks Radio Show March 2022! If you're new to Decibel Geek, the premise is simple; radio continues to spin the same 50...

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On Assignment: Marvelous 3 Ready Sex Go Ep469 from 2022-03-08T01:10:20

This week we debut a new theme with On Assignment for the Marvelous 3 album 'Ready Sex Go.' Here's how it works. Each time, we seek out a fellow podcaster that we respect to assign us an album to r...

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The Best & Worst of 70's Cheap Trick - Ep468 from 2022-02-21T22:35:20

This week we welcome good friend, podcaster, and author Brian J. Kramp to discuss The Best & Worst of 70's Cheap Trick! In addition to his hosting duties of the awesome Rock and/or Roll Podcast, Br...

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Chris & Aaron Do Florida - Ep466 from 2022-01-25T21:02:10

This week the guys recount a roller-coaster of a weekend in the sunshine state as Chris & Aaron Do Florida! One of the more memorable guests from Decibel Geek history was Dick Wagner. The original ...

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DBG Classic - Alice Cooper Dada - Albums Unleashed - Ep465 from 2022-01-14T01:41:02

With Chris & Aaron out of town for an interview, this week we look back on a DBG Classic as we revisit Albums Unleashed - Alice Cooper's Dada with guest Dick Wagner. Chris and Aaron are currently w...

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Best of 2021 - Ep464 from 2022-01-07T15:48:03

As we barrel into the new year, we share our favorite music in our Best of 2021 episode! The general public (over 30) tends to repeat a tired old cliche; there's no good music being released. As yo...

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Albums Unleashed - KISS Psycho Circus - Ep463 from 2021-12-23T02:43:19

We're delivering a big KISSmas gift this week as we are joined by producer/engineer Mike Plotnikoff for Albums Unleashed - KISS Psycho Circus! This album, released in 1998, promised to be the retur...

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New Noize December 2021 - Ep462 from 2021-12-13T23:32:04

We're back this week to discuss all the rock news that's fit to spit with New Noize December 2021! As we close out another year, there's quite a few interesting stories going on in the rock world a...

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New Noize December 2021 - Ep462 from 2021-12-13T23:32:04

We're back this week to discuss all the rock news that's fit to spit with New Noize December 2021! As we close out another year, there's quite a few interesting stories going on in the rock world a...

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Michael Wagener: The Final Word Part 1 - Ep460 from 2021-11-19T18:33:53

This week we present part 1 of a special 2 part interview with legendary producer Michael Wagener. Upon his retirement from the music industry in 2021, Michael has graciously granted Decibel Geek h...

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The Best & Worst of 80's Judas Priest - Ep459 from 2021-11-08T23:29:13

We're back this week to share our thoughts on the classic 80's era of heavy metal legends Judas Priest! Mark Strigl from the Talking Metal podcast joins us as we pick our favorite and least favorit...

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Radio Sucks Radio Show October 2021 - Ep458 from 2021-10-27T02:51:06

We're bringing the music back this week as we celebrate the return of the Radio Sucks Radio Show! We've dug deep to bring you some of the best hard rock and metal that's been released in 2021! Are ...

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New Noize October 2021 - Ep457 from 2021-10-15T16:34:29

We're back again with all the rock news that's fit to spit with New Noize for October 2021!. There's a lot going on in the rock and metal worlds and we're here to cover it all.
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Conversation with Munsey Ricci - Ep456 from 2021-09-30T21:50:19

We're back this week with loads of cool stories about the music business in our Conversation with Munsey Ricci. You may not know his name but you definitely know his work. With a career in the reco...

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The Producer Switch - Ep455 from 2021-09-20T13:43

We're back this week with a new concept we think you'll enjoy as we ponder The Producer Switch! A producer can, many times, make or break an album. Sometimes they can bring it to another level and,...

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ROCKNPOD Recap & Rockin' Ron Tribute - Ep434 from 2021-09-10T19:40:11

We return this week with a show that will run the gamut of emotions as we present our ROCKNPOD Recap and a tribute to our fallen brother Rockin' Ron Runyon. ROCKNPOD Weekend was definitely a blur b...

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Albums Unleashed Eat 'Em & Smile with Billy Sheehan & Gregg Bissonette - Ep453 from 2021-09-02T22:21:31

We're back this week with another great conversation as Billy Sheehan & Gregg Bissonette reflect on Eat 'Em & Smile. This legendary album by David Lee Roth was released July 7, 1986 and peaked at #...

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Appice Brothers Rock History Talk - Ep452 from 2021-08-25T18:48:42

We finally return with a whopper of an interview. Recorded live at S.I.R. Nashville on August 8th, 2021, we proudly present the Appice Brothers Rock History Talk. This long form discussion, recorde...

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Koncert Memories - Ep451 from 2021-07-16T21:38:53

We're back this week to talk about memories of KISS live with Koncert Memories! We know many of you have seen KISS live going all the way back to the glory days of the 70's. However, Aaron and Chri...

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New Noize July 2021 - Ep450 from 2021-07-02T18:54:11

We're back this week to discuss all the latest happenings in the rock and metal worlds with New Noize July 2021! It's been an interesting past few weeks in the industry and some of our favorite art...

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Rock Mag '95 - Ep448 from 2021-06-01T20:25:37

We're back with another fun read-through of metal on the printed page with Rock Mag '95! This week we're thumbing through the May 1995 issue of Metal Edge Magazine. As you probably remember, 1995 w...

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Vinny Appice Remembers Holy Diver - Albums Unleashed - Ep446 from 2021-04-30T17:21:23

Legendary drummer Vinny Appice joins us this week to examine the making of Dio's Holy Diver album. Coming off success with Black Sabbath, Ronnie James Dio was in a tough spot. While the band was in...

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Carmine Appice Reflects on Blue Murder - Albums Unleashed - Ep445 from 2021-04-22T01:41:12

Legendary drummer Carmine Appice joins us this week to talk all-things Blue Murder in a special Albums Unleashed episode. This chat contains much more than talk on the first album. Carmine gives us...

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Beat the Geek Week - Ep444 from 2021-04-12T14:36:03

We're back this week with the greatest rock trivia game ever; it's Beat the Geek Week! If you don't know, Beat the Geek is the only rock trivia show with eleven questions. Your host Aaron Camaro li...

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New Noize v14 - Ep442 from 2021-03-13T20:10:30

We're back this week to talk all the rock news that's fit to spit with New Noize v14! Some of the new stories covered this week range from the redundant to the bizarre. Gene Simmons is continuing t...

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Sensational Seconds - Ep441 from 2021-03-02T19:07:07

After a week of picking favorite debuts, we return to talk about greatest followups with Sensational Seconds! By now, you've most certainly heard of the dreaded "sophomore slum." While that term co...

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Best Firsts - Ep440 from 2021-02-17T18:04:56

This week we're talking about bands that never topped their debut with Best Firsts! While many legendary bands take a few albums to fully find their footing, there are certain cases where the artis...

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New Noize 13 - Ep437 from 2021-01-19T14:46

We're back this week to deliver all the news that's fit to spit with New Noize 13! So far, 2021 has been an active year for rock and metal news. In this episode we talk about some of the notable st...

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Best of 2020 - Ep436 from 2021-01-09T15:50

We kick off the new year with a look and listen back at our favorite albums from the past year with Best of 2020! While last year absolutely sucked for the world, it didn't stop the release of tons...

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The Best and Worst of 70's Judas Priest - Ep435 from 2020-12-31T19:28:19

We're closing out 2020 with special guest Julian Gill as we talk The Best and Worst of 70's Judas Priest! The Metal God, Rob Halford, and his band of brothers started kicking our asses all the way ...

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Rhythm Section Draft - Ep434 from 2020-12-16T21:17:11

We're back this week to pick our favorite bass and drum combos with our Rhythm Section Draft! While the singer and guitarist tend to get the most fanfare in bands, there's nothing like a groove bei...

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The Pantheon of Rock - Ep433 from 2020-12-03T16:00:05

We have a big announcement this week in an episode we're calling The Pantheon of Rock! In the nearly ten year history of Decibel Geek, we've been approached by several podcasting networks. While th...

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The Best and Worst of Motley Crue - Ep432 from 2020-11-27T02:03:56

We're joined by Wally "Gator" Norton of the CGCM Podcast this week as we discuss The Best and Worst of Motley Crue! It's hard to believe that in the nearly 40 year history of this legendary Hollywo...

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New Noize v12 - Ep431 from 2020-11-20T01:34:52

We're back this week to cover all the rock news that's fit to spit with New Noize v12! In a dark, crazy year there's still some interesting stuff going on in the rock and metal world and we're here...

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New Noize v12 - Ep431 from 2020-11-20T01:34:52

We're back this week to cover all the rock news that's fit to spit with New Noize v12! In a dark, crazy year there's still some interesting stuff going on in the rock and metal world and we're here...

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Our Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Part 2 - Ep430 from 2020-11-12T12:00

We're back this week to present Our Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Part Two! If you thought last week's list was wacky, wait til you hear this! This week we're going from 2000-present. Like last week, ...

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Our Rock&Roll Hall of Fame Part One - Ep429 from 2020-11-05T02:53:06

This week we give our take on a pretty divisive topic in music fandom as we present Our Rock&Roll Hall of Fame Part One! The good people at HBO reached out to us to help spread the word on the 2020...

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Rock Mag '87 - Ep428 from 2020-10-27T16:35:50

We return this week with a blast from the past with Rock Mag '87. In the 80's, one of the only sources of rock news and information were magazines. Rock magazine titans of the 80's included Metal E...

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KISS and Philosophy - Ep427 from 2020-10-14T14:24:05

We're getting cerebral this week while talking about the hottest band in the land as we chat with the authors of KISS and Philosophy; a book that seeks to enlighten you in a rock and roll way. On ...

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Remembering EVH - Ep426 from 2020-10-08T15:58:43

With the sad news this week of a legends passing, this week we are Remembering EVH. Eddie Van Halen passed away from cancer this week at age 65. The news shook the world impacted us personally. To ...

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Conversation with Phil Shouse - Ep425 from 2020-10-01T19:17:04

This week we welcome back one of our favorite people to the show as we have a Conversation with Phil Shouse! As many know, Phil is one of the founders of Thee Rock n' Roll Residency here in Nashvil...

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New Noize 11 - Ep424 from 2020-09-24T15:22:28

This week we're joined by special guest Ian Wadley to talk all the rock news that's fit to spit with New Noize 11! This is a mega-long, alcohol-fueled deep dive into a ton of rock and metal news so...

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Reverse Beat the Geek Week - Ep423 from 2020-09-16T20:23:12

We're back again to tease your brain and test your metal with Reverse Beat the Geek Week! Reverse? Well, this time we're switching it up as Chris Czynszak hosts the festivities this time as three D...

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Conversation with Mike Fraser - Ep422 from 2020-09-10T02:56:45

This week we bring you our in-depth chat with producer&engineer Mike Fraser. Mike's credit list is a Who's Who of rock and metal music. In this conversation, we talk to Mike about many of his notab...

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Brush with Greatness - Ep421 from 2020-09-02T22:06:10

We try out something new as some of friends share their stories of a Brush with Greatness! In today's world of pre-planned, prepaid meet and greets, it's hard to find very many memorable stories of...

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Beat the Geek Week - Ep420 from 2020-08-27T16:01:32

We're back this week with a fan-favorite as it's Beat the Geek Week! Originally launched during The Quarantine Sessions, this game show that goes to eleven quickly gained in popularity among Decibe...

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Camaro's Cutout Bin - Ep419 from 2020-08-20T02:16:30

This week we're back with the third installment of Camaro's Cutout Bin! What is Camaro's Cutout Bin? Our host-with-the-most, Aaron Camaro, has a penchant for digging for musical gold in the form of...

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ebay Treasure Hunt - Ep418 from 2020-08-13T18:44:20

We're taking things outside the box this week as we go on an ebay Treasure Hunt! Rock music and memorabilia collecting is as popular as ever these days with fans shelling out big bucks for stage wo...

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New Noize v10 - Ep417 from 2020-08-06T02:20

We're back this week to talk about all the rock news that's fit to spit with New Noize v10! There's definitely been some wacky and interesting news in the rock world in recent weeks and we're going...

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Raised on KISS - Ep416 from 2020-07-30T00:04:10

With our scheduled guest unable to join us we decide to kick back, drink a few, and talk about how we were Raised on KISS! In this discussion we share some stories from throughout our personal KISS...

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KISS Top 10 Bottom 10 - Ep415 from 2020-07-24T02:23:19

We welcome back Bakko from the Cobras and Fire podcast to join us as we list our KISS Top 10 Bottom 10! In addition to his hosting duties, Bakko has been a longtime writer for the Decibel Geek webs...

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Road Stories with Barry Ackom - Ep414 from 2020-07-14T23:24:07

Former KISS guitar tech Barry Ackom joins us this week to share some incredible KISS Road Stories! Hired on to work for the band during the Alive! tour, Barry would pull double duty doing guitar te...

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The Quarantine Sessions Vol16 - Ep413 from 2020-07-09T02:37:20

We kick off KISSmas in July with a special KISS-themed version of The Quarantine Sessions! This week we're joined by host of the InObscuria Podcast Kevin Williams! Aside from his podcasting duties,...

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The Quarantine Sessions Vol15 - Ep412 from 2020-07-03T03:39:38

Author and host of The Classic Metal Show Chris Akin joins us this week for The Quarantine Sessions Vol15! The Classic Metal Show has been in existence for over 25 year and, in that time, entertain...

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The Quarantine Sesssions Vol14 - Ep411 from 2020-06-24T02:50:30

Ralph Viera (aka Dr. Fukk) joins us this week for The Quarantine Sessions Vol14! Known for many things including the bands Thrash or Die and Combat as well as the AlmostHuman56 Youtube channel and,...

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The Quarantine Sessions Vol13 - Ep410 from 2020-06-17T14:51:01

The Canadian Heartbreaker, Lee McCormack joins us this week for The Quarantine Sessions Vol13! Aside from his hosting duties at the Tramps Like Us: A Bruce Springsteen podcast, Lee is also a workin...

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The Quarantine Sessions Vol12 - Ep409 from 2020-06-10T03:37:50

Eightball vocalist David Bush is our special guest this week for The Quarantine Sessions Vol12! Eightball's new album Love Struck will be released in June of 2020. You can get more information at h...

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The Quarantine Sessions Vol11 - Ep408 from 2020-06-05T03:11:50

We're joined by a Decibel Geek legend this week as Shane "The Mooger Fooger" Paisley joins us for The Quarantine Sessions Vol11! If you've listened to Decibel Geek for any amount of time you're mo...

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The Quarantine Sessions Vol10 - Ep407 from 2020-05-29T02:24:41

Rock photographer Mike G of MDG Rock Photography joins us this week for The Quarantine Sessions Vol10! Mike has been a staff photographer for many years and has taken some amazing live shots of man...

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The Quarantine Sessions Vol9 - Ep406 from 2020-05-21T01:50:12

We're doing the KISS thing again this week with special guest Andrew Sgambati for The Quarantine Sessions Vol9! Andrew recently released his new KISS fan film One Last Time Live from New York City ...

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The Quarantine Sessions Vol8 - Ep405 from 2020-05-15T21:27:13

It's our craziest episode yet as Rockin' Ron Runyon from Decibel Geek TV joins us for The Quarantine Sessions Vol8! If you aren't aware, Rockin' Ron has been capturing glorious live footage of your...

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The Quarantine Sessions Vol7 - Ep404 from 2020-05-07T21:17:12

This week we're joined by Loose Cannon from the Cobras and Fire Podcast for The Quarantine Sessions Vol7! As we did last week with his digital life partner Bakko, LC joins us for another round of l...

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The Quarantine Sessions Vol6 - Ep403 from 2020-04-30T01:38:07

This week we're joined by Bakko from the Cobras and Fire Podcast for The Quarantine Sessions Vol6! This week the guys are taking another round of YOUR questions. We touch on Van Halen albums, Paul ...

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The Quarantine Sessions Vol5 - Ep402 from 2020-04-22T15:06:48

We return this week for more listener questions, rock discussion, and trivia with The Quarantine Sessions Vol5! This week, host of the Mars Attacks podcast Victor Ruiz joins us for a spirited discu...

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The Quarantine Sessions Vol4 - Ep401 from 2020-04-13T22:09:50

We're back again with another episode recorded via social distancing with The Qurantine Sessions Vol4! This week we're joined by the one and only Sonny "Hollywood" Pooni from the Growin' Up Rock an...

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The Quarantine Sessions Vol3 - Ep400 from 2020-04-07T02:15:46

We hit our 400th episode this week as the weirdness continues with The Quarantine Sessions Vol3! Joining us this week for this KISS-centric episode is Podcast Rock City host Joe Polo! We've been fa...

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The Quarantine Sessions Vol2 - Ep399 from 2020-04-01T01:56:44

This week Chris and Aaron are joined by Ian Wadley and Josh Toomey from the new Diabolus in Podcastica podcast for The Qurantine Sessions Vol2! We're stuck inside but that doesn't mean you don't de...

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The Quarantine Sessions Vol1 - Ep398 from 2020-03-25T03:48:39

We're living in a strange time but that's not stopping us from getting on microphones and being ridiculous and we do just that with The Quarantine Sessions Vol1! We are having to practice social di...

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Conversation with Vincent DiGerlando from 2020-03-20T00:25:41

We get into some cool behind-the-scenes KISStory this week with our Conversation with Vincent DiGerlando! Vincent worked for Howard Marks Advertising for 14 year and, by proxy, KISS. Meeting the ba...

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New Noize 9 - Ep396 from 2020-03-12T02:46:57

We're back this week to focus on all the news in the rock and metal world with New Noize 9! There's a lot of bleak news outside of the music world these days so we hope to provide a brief escape fr...

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Albums Unleashed - TESLA Psychotic Supper w/Tommy Skeoch Ep395 from 2020-03-02T03:35:54

We're blessed to be joined by Tommy Skeoch this week as he reflects on the Tesla classic 'Psychotic Supper.' Coming on the heels of the successful 'Five Man Acoustical Jam' album, Tesla hit the stu...

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Rock Mag '83 - Ep394 from 2020-02-19T04:13:51

In a completely new experimental series we read and react to a Hit Parader magazine from back in the day with Rock Mag '83! Reaction videos seem to be a big trend these days but, in this case, we'r...

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Universally Rejected - Ep393 from 2020-02-11T03:23:44

We tackle some heavy stuff this week as we explain how we were Universally Rejected. A growing group of rock podcasts were recently booted off Spotify and we were one of them. We explain the situat...

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Albums Unleashed Alice in Chains Jar of Flies w/Toby Wright - Ep392 from 2020-02-04T22:23:24

This week Toby Wright joins us for an in-depth discussion on the making of the Alice in Chains classic 'Jar of Flies.' Released on January 25, 1994, through Columbia Records, it is the first EP in...

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Radio Sucks V39 Classic Rock Edition - Ep391 from 2020-01-27T03:53:35

We're back this week to fill your ears with some classic goodness on this edition of the Radio Sucks Radio Show! This time we're keeping things old-school with killer tracks from the Golden Age of ...

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Neil Peart, David Lee Roth, and More Discussed on New Noize 8 - Ep390 from 2020-01-21T02:35:58

We return this week to discuss all the latest happenings in the rock world with New Noize 8! The past couple weeks have been a roller coaster of emotions for many rock fans. We start things off on ...

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Album Anticipation 2020 - Ep389 from 2020-01-13T03:15:51

With 2019 now in the rear view mirror, we're back this week to share our Album Anticipation for 2020. Several great artists are planning new releases in the coming year.   This week we're spinning ...

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Best of 2019 - Ep388 from 2020-01-06T04:43:56

Decibel Geek breaks into the New Year with a look at the past one as we count down our Best of 2019! As we march into a new decade, we're reminded again that rock is far from dead. In this episode,...

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Did Vinnie Shredd the Halls? - Ep387 from 2019-12-27T00:58:48

We're giving you a KISSmas miracle with yet another Vinnie Vincent-themed episode. This time we're covering the recent Merry Metal Christmas show.   Chris and Aaron had lunch with several attendees...

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Gift Giving Ideas - Ep386 from 2019-12-13T05:22:02

We're cutting out all your Christmas confusion this week with some rock solid Gift Giving Ideas! The holidays can be a very stressful time. Interactions with family can leave something to be desire...

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Top 5 80's Aerosmith Songs - Ep385 from 2019-12-07T02:29:42

This week we dive into a time of great change as we pick our Top 5 80's Aerosmith Songs! To describe the decade of the 80's when it comes to the bad boys from Boston is tough. Perhaps, it's best t...

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Fresh Blood - Ep384 from 2019-11-26T02:44:10

We're bringing you an infusion of up and coming rock this week with Fresh Blood 8! It's an hour-plus of pure evidence proving the continued existence of rock music! Aaron brings some great selectio...

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New Noize 7 - Ep383 from 2019-11-21T05:30:48

We've got a lot to cover and brought along special guests this week to do it for New Noize 7! Broacaster Bay Ragni and record industry veteran Dave Tedder join us this week to go over a ton of rece...

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16 in America - Ep382 from 2019-11-15T01:45:52

It stands to reason that many of us come into our "most rocking" phase of life around the age of 16. That would include our favorite rock stars. So, with that in mind, we take a spin through the Bi...

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Conversation with Anthony Esposito - Ep381 from 2019-11-07T04:51:16

Bassist Anthony Esposito joins us this week for an enlightening conversation on his work with three guitar gods. Anthony's musical history makes for a great conversation and, while talking to us, h...

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The Greatest Show on Earth - Ep380 from 2019-10-31T03:00:42

Andrew Sgambati joins us this week to discuss his creation of The Greatest Show on Earth and we watch it!   In last 50 years, there hasn’t been a more visually exciting band than KISS. Blasting o...

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This Is Your Life - Ep379 from 2019-10-25T04:35:31

ROCKNPOD donor and Decibel Geek superfan Mark Starski joins us to spin killer tracks and take us down memory lane with This Is Your Life!   In this episode, Mark picks songs based on previous Dec...

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Harvest Moon - Ep378 from 2019-10-16T02:21:06

With fall in full swing, we look to the sky for great tracks to celebrate the Harvest Moon!   In this hour-plus episode you'll get fantastic selections from AC/DC, Thin Lizzy, King's X, LA Guns, Ra...

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Radio Sucks V37 - Ep377 from 2019-10-12T02:26:34

Special guest Patrick Hill joins us for Radio Sucks V37! There are a ton of great tunes for you this week! In this episode you'll get killer tunes from Richie Kotzen, Widowmaker, W.E.T., Wayland, G...

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New Noize V6 - Ep376 from 2019-10-02T01:49:31

We're back this week covering all the current happenings in the rock world with New Noize V6! There's a lot going on lately and we're giving our take on it all. Topics covered in this episode inclu...

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Ask Us Anything - Ep375 from 2019-09-28T17:29:47

We're turning the tables this week as we have the listeners Ask Us Anything! After doing the podcast for over 8 years, we figured some of you would have some questions and you proved us right! In t...

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Radio Sucks V36 - Ep374 from 2019-09-19T03:49:01

We recently attended a SciFi convention and we're taking you with us for Radio Sucks V36! The good people at ICCC (Imperial Commissary Collectors Convention) invited us to be part of the festivitie...

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Conversation with a KISS Meme - Ep373 from 2019-09-10T03:48:24

We return this week with one of the most "inside" KISS-related shows we've ever done as we have a Conversation with a KISS Meme. To explain, in 2010 teenager Rich Cser was basking in the discovery ...

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Bonus Tracks Vol2 - Ep372 from 2019-09-05T03:34:06

We return this week with special guest Brian Davis for Bonus Tracks Vol2! For whatever reason, certain great songs are left off of albums. Fortunately, through the process of remasters, deluxe edit...

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The Heavier Side of the Black Crowes - Ep371 from 2019-08-29T13:54:26

We return this week for a peach of a discussion about The Heavier Side of the Black Crowes! We've never really delved deeply into this Georgia-born group led by the brothers Robinson. For this epis...

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ROCKNPOD 2019 Recap - Ep370 from 2019-08-23T02:12:12

The guys are back to break down all the details of an incredible weekend with the ROCKNPOD 2019 Recap! There's a lot to go over from the third annual celebration of rock music and podcasting and th...

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New Noize 5 - Ep369 from 2019-08-09T03:53:50

With the ROCKNPOD Expo around the corner, we're back this week to kick back and talk about some current rock and metal happenings with New Noize 5! There's some strange doings in the world of Rock...

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KISS Lyrics Best and Worst - Ep358 from 2019-08-03T03:14:35

We return this week with an in-depth discussion on the written word of the Hottest Band in the Land as we discuss KISS Lyrics. While they will never be viewed by the elite on a par with wordsmiths ...

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The Best and Worst of KISS from 2019-07-19T04:12:51

We're late starting KISSmas in July but it's finally here with The Best and Worst of KISS! In this episode we go through the KISS discograph and make our selections for best and worst song. Some al...

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KIX Midnite Dynamite Albums Unleashed with Brian Forsythe - Ep366 from 2019-07-12T02:41:56

KIX guitarist Brian "Damage" Forsythe joins us this week to break down the making of KIX's Midnite Dynamite album! Released in 1985, this album sees the band going in a heavier direction while also...

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Alice Cooper Blackout Era - Ep365 from 2019-07-01T20:19:26

We dive deep into a murky period for one of rock's great as we discuss the Alice Cooper Blackout Era! The substance abuse was at its absolute peak in the early 80's for our favorite shock-rocker. M...

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Conversation with Jeff Scott Soto - Ep364 from 2019-06-20T04:16:47

Jeff Scott Soto joins us this week for an enlightening conversation on a remarkable career. Jeff's journey from his early days with Yngwie Malmsteen to his current day projects including the new SO...

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New Noize 4 - Ep363 from 2019-06-12T01:28:29

We're back to talk your ear off about all the doings in the world of Rock n Roll with New Noize 4! We begin this week's festivities with an extended discussion on Vinnie Vincent. This not only invo...

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Rock n Roll Spirit Animals - Ep362 from 2019-06-04T01:57:27

We're putting our spin on a current trend with Rock n Roll Spirit Animals! This week's episode has us spinning tracks from band names from the animal kingdom. Sure, it's silly but we promise you a ...

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Memorial Metal - Ep361 from 2019-05-26T22:20

Your holiday soundtrack is now set as we pay tribute to some great rockers we've lost with Memorial Metal! In this episode, we are remembering some of our favorite lost musicians and spinning track...

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Top 5 Ozzy Osbourne Songs 1980-1986 Ep360 from 2019-05-16T17:15:24

This week we focus on the Prince of Darkness as we celebrate our Top 5 Ozzy Osbourne Songs 1980-1986! One year after being fired from Black Sabbath in 1979, Ozzy came back with a vengeance with Bli...

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New Noize Vol4 - Ep359 from 2019-05-09T01:17:54

This week bring you up to date with New Noize Vol4! There's a lot going on in today's rock world and and we're ready to tackle them head on. Rock news covered this week includes Ozzy Osbourne's con...

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Radio Sucks Radio Show V35 - Ep358 from 2019-05-01T04:10:20

This week we bring you another sonic sampling of killer rock music with Radio Sucks Radio Show v35! It's been half a year since we kicked back and just spun some tunes we love. So sit back, relax, ...

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Top 5 Live Acts - Ep357 from 2019-04-22T02:47:22

After reading an article written by Claire Gillespie from the website Delite documenting their list of the Top Live Bands of All Time, Aaron and Chris set out to compare notes with Top 5 Live Acts...

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Camaro's Cutout Bin Vol2 - Ep356 from 2019-04-08T00:49:56

We're back this week with the long-awaiting second volume of Camaro's Cutout Bin! Aaron Camaro is always on the hunt. His journey's to record stores, thrift stores, yardsales, and more have resulte...

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Toddzilla Returns - Ep355 from 2019-03-27T03:17:39

Back by popular demand, we bring you one of our favorite guests ever as Toddzilla Returns! For the uninitiated, Toddzilla is a Nashville music scene fixture. His amazing image (tall hair, flashy su...

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Top 5 Ramones Songs 1976-1980 from 2019-03-20T04:23:15

This week we celebrate one of America's greatest bands as we pick our Top 5 Ramones Songs 1976-1980! Born in Queens, NY, Ramones were a powder keg of chemistry as Johnny, Dee Dee, Joey, and Tommy (...

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More Great New Rock - Fresh Blood Volume 7 from 2019-03-09T18:45:19

In light of the false declaration of rock's demise, we bring you Fresh Blood Volume 7! Regardless of what you've hears, there's a ton of great rock music being generated today. In this episode, Chr...

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Torpedo Dudes Preview - Ep353 from 2019-02-27T04:13:49

With Aaron moving this week, the guys needed a week off. But, have no fear, you're still getting an episode this week! In this Torpedo Dudes Preview episode, you'll get a taste of what you're missi...

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Six Songs Olympian Jason Morris Thinks You Should Hear! - Ep351 from 2019-02-12T03:28:16

We're honored to be joined by a 4-time Olympian this week as Jason Morris picks Six Songs he thinks you should hear! After meeting Jason in Atlanta a year ago, we've been looking forward to having ...

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New Noize KISS Edition - Ep350 from 2019-02-06T04:09:50

With so much happening in the KISS world, we thought we'd return with a KISS Edition of New Noize! In this hour-plus talk, we get down to our thoughts on the nuts and bolts of the KISS world in 201...

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Albums Unleashed - TESLA Mechanical Resonance with Troy Luccketta Ep349 from 2019-01-29T01:55:31

This week Tesla's Troy Luccketta joins us to discuss the making of Mechanical Resonance. Released in December of 1986, Mechanical Resonance introduced this Sacramento-based 5 piece to the world. P...

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Album Anticipation - Ep348 from 2019-01-20T22:03:13

We look to the year in music ahead this week with Album Anticipation! This week we're discussing albums that are in production for a 2019 release. You're getting great new tracks from Shark Island,...

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Best of 2018 - Ep347 from 2019-01-15T03:40:39

We hit the ground running in 2019 but looking back at our favorite songs and albums of last year with Best of 2018! If you have friends that say there's no good music being produced these days just...

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DIO-CEMBER VOL2 - Ep346 from 2018-12-31T18:59:55

We close out the year in excellent fashion with DIO-CEMBER VOL2! We left off last week with Ronnie James Dio fronting Black Sabbath. Inasmuch as the chemistry was palatable, Ronnie needs and change...

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DIO-CEMBER Vol1 - Ep345 from 2018-12-25T00:57:59

We celebrate the holidays this week by releasing volume 1 of a 2 part special on a legend; DIO-CEMBER Vol1 is here! In this special, we pay tribute to the late, great Ronnie James Dio. This week's ...

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1981 Year in Review Part 2 - Ep344 from 2018-12-18T06:34:21

We're back this week to tackle the who, what, when, where and why of the second half of our 1981 Year in Review Part 2! July of 1981 is a strong month for the rock genre. Strong efforts include re...

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1981 Year in Review Part 1 - Ep343 from 2018-12-08T03:16:05

We're hopping in the De Lorean and heading back in time this week for our 1981 Year in Review Part 1! So many things happened from January - June 1981 that you're getting an earful this week! Wendy...

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Top 5 KISS Songs 1974-1977 Ep342 from 2018-11-30T04:34:17

Filmmaker Andrew Sgambati is with us this week to talk about The Greatest Show on Earth as well as to pick our Top 5 KISS Songs 1974-1977! While there's a ton of controversy surrounding the Hottest...

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Vinnie Vincent Special vol6 - Ep341 from 2018-11-19T05:02:43

Promoter Joe D'Angelo joins us for Vinnie Vincent Special vol6; our thoughts on Miami, Memphis, and more. We said we'd never do another one of these but with recent events taking place, we had to c...

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Anthrax State of Euphoria Albums Unleashed - Ep340 from 2018-11-12T05:51:29

Shawn Franklin joins the guys this week to discuss his continuing involvement with Anthrax; this time for the 1988 classic State of Euphoria! This thrashterpiece was released on September 19, 1988 ...

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Type O Negative Discussion - Ep339 from 2018-10-31T05:47:57

We're wishing you a Happy Halloween this week with our Type O Negative Discussion! Patreon DBG VIP and donor to the ROCKNPOD Expo Andy Connors joins us to break down the history of this legendary B...

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We Prove Rock is NOT Dead with Fresh Blood V6 from 2018-10-24T03:48:06

We’re back to further prove that Rock is NOT dead with Fresh Blood V6. Particularly, we've got 10 great up and coming bands this week and we’re confident you’re gonna find something you dig. At the...

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We Share Our Top 5 Worst KISS Songs! - Ep337 from 2018-10-18T05:27:37

We return this week to bring you our choices for the Top 5 Worst KISS Songs! It's no secret that we love the Hottest Band in the Land. It's also no secret that, for the great number of awesome song...

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Goodbye KISS, Ace Frehley Spaceman Review, RATT, GNR, and More - New Noize v3 Ep336 from 2018-10-09T04:58:29

We're bringing the news this week with New Noize v3! There are some big happenings going on in the rock and podcasting world. Notably, the Ear Peeler Podcast Kings Tournament. What started out with...

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Rock n Roll Diaries with Aaron Baker - Ep335 from 2018-10-03T03:29:56

ROCKNPOD donor and friend of the show Aaron Baker joins us this week for Rock n Roll Diaries. This new theme features Aaron showcasing artists and songs that are markers in his journey through life...

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Jeff Scott Soto Discussion - Ep334 from 2018-09-25T03:08:16

Growin’ Up Rock&Podcast Rock City host Sonny Pooni joins us this week for a Jeff Scott Soto discussion. Known for his previous work with Yngwie Malmsteen and current work with W.E.T. and Sons of Ap...

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Top 5 Pantera Songs from 2018-09-18T03:33:44

In honor of episode 333 we’re spinning our Top 5 Pantera Songs! It’s been 18 years since the last Pantera studio release and both Vinnie and Dime are no longer with us. But even so, the music they ...

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Radio Sucks Radio Show v34 - Ep332 from 2018-09-10T04:13:34

Digital Killed the Radio Star host David Hudson is here to spin killer tunes with Radio Sucks 34! David was one of the many awesome VIP donors to ROCKNPOD and this week we're returning the favor. I...

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ROCKNPOD Recap - Ep331 from 2018-09-03T21:06:37

We’re back and ready to give you the sordid details with our ROCKNPOD Recap! The stories you’re about to hear are all true. Some names have been changed to protect the guilty-as-hell. ROCKNPOD wee...

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Albums Unleashed - Devil Without a Cause with Kenny Olson Ep330 from 2018-08-24T14:26:20

Original member of Kid Rock's Twisted Brown Trucker Band Kenny Olson brings some amazing stories this week! Devil Without a Cause was unleashed on the world 20 years ago and it's place in music his...

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Your First KISS - Ep329 from 2018-08-06T01:54:41

We're back this week to wrap up KISSMAS in July by calling YOU to ask about Your First KISS! We hit up Skype this week to talk to friends, fellow podcasters, musicians, etc to get the stories of th...

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Peter Criss in the 80s - Ep328 from 2018-07-26T03:58:18

Nashville-based guitarist Mike Hutchens is with us this week to talk about his gig with Peter Criss in the 80s. Given that there is so little known about Peter's activities during the mid-1980's, t...

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Our Favorite Bob Kulick KISS Moments from 2018-07-13T03:36:02

We're kicking off KISSmas in July with our favorite Bob Kulick KISS moments. Bob Kulick has a very interesting place in KISStory. His relationship goes back before the band was even complete. Audit...

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Conversation with Damon Johnson - Ep326 from 2018-07-02T01:42:07

Damon Johnson joins us this week for a discussion of his incredible career. At the present time, Damon has his hands full with Black Star Riders and his upcoming solo album Memoirs of an Uprising. ...

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Working Class Heroes - Ep325 from 2018-06-25T02:41:48

With Chris out of town, Aaron's flying solo this week with a salute to all the hard working men and women out there with Working Class Heroes - Ep325. This episode is jam packed with great songs th...

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Radio Sucks Radio Show v33 - Ep324 from 2018-06-17T19:25:47

We're back this week to spin some awesome tunes with Radio Sucks Radio Show v33! This episode is packed with great music from artists like Angel, Kik Tracee, Loudness, Jizzy Pearl, Enuff Z'nuff, Sa...

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Six Songs Ralph Viera Thinks You Should Hear from 2018-06-03T20:32:25

We're back this week with a humdinger of an episode that features Ralph Viera (aka Dr. Fukk) picking six songs he thinks you should hear! Ralph is a true renaissance man of rock metal. He hosts mul...

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Japanese Metal - Ep322 from 2018-05-28T03:27:25

Nashville Rock n Pod Expo donor Kevin Williams joins us this week for a talk about Japanese Metal! In this extended episode, Kevin has the knowledge and the tunes you need. Visual Kei, extreme imag...

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We Pick Our Top 5 WASP Songs - Ep321 from 2018-05-19T21:51:35

We're back this week to share our favorite songs by Sunset Strip legends WASP! In 1982 Blackie Lawless builds WASP was built to shock. Their over-the-top image garnered a ton of attention in an alr...

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Rock News, Opinion, and a HUGE Announcement - New Noize V2 ep320 from 2018-05-05T03:33:40

We are back this week to give you our take on current rock news with New Noize V2. There are some interesting stories coming from the world of rock and we're going to cover some of our favorites. ...

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Conversation with Brent Fitz - Ep319 from 2018-04-30T05:26:24

Veteran drummer Brent Fitz joins us this week for an entertaining talk about his life and career. Born in Winnipeg, Brent  took to music early. After learning drums to a steady soundtrack of bands ...

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Vinnie Vincent Reflects on Invasion Debut - Albums Unleashed ep318 from 2018-04-20T06:48:36

In an interview seven years in the making, Vinnie Vincent joins us this week.  Undoubtedly one of the most intense rock records ever made, Vinnie Vincent Invasion was a natural topic choice. Our Al...

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Albums Unleashed - Bulletboys with Mick Sweda&Toby Wright Ep317 from 2018-04-11T04:53:26

Guitarist Mick Sweda and engineer Toby Wright join the guys this week to reflect on 1988's Bulletboys album. Produced by the Ted Templeman for Warner Bros Records, the album reached #34 on the Bil...

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Queens of Noize - Ep316 from 2018-04-01T00:15:22

DBG VIP and Nashville Rock n Pod Expo donor Scott Smith joins us to celebrate Women's History Month with Queens of Noize 3! While the rock genre is considered a man's world by many, our guest is he...

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New Noize - Current Rock News&Discussion Ep315 from 2018-03-20T03:40

All the rock news that's fit to spit this week is covered with New Noize! 2018 is off to a roaring start with tons of stories coming from the rock world as well as some incredible releases. We're h...

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Rock Superpowers Unite with Marvelous Team-Ups Ep314 from 2018-03-11T02:21:58

Things get explosive this week when Rock Superpowers unite with Marvelous Team-Ups! We've got collaborations that will leap bad radio in a single bound. This audio spread includes fantastic unions ...

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We Share Our Top 5 Enuff Z'nuff Songs from 2018-03-03T05:48:12

This week we share our Top 5 Enuff Z'nuff Songs. Born in Chicago, Enuff Z'nuff are one of Rock's most criminally underrated acts. Between hooky tunes, an over the top image, and incredible songwrit...

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Radio Sucks Radio Show v32 - Ep312 from 2018-02-21T03:33:40

We're back this week with more killer rock tracks and talk with Radio Sucks Radio Show v32! If you are new to the podcast, this particular format is easy to explain. Radio sucks and has for a long ...

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More Rare Hare with Tyson Leslie - Ep311 from 2018-02-13T05:11:17

Vixen keyboardist and friend of the show Tyson Leslie returns for More Rare Hare. Now in it's sixth installment, the Rare Hare series of concerts have become a favorite of Nashville concert-goers. ...

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Miley, Daft Punk, Roxette, and More Go Metal - Bizarro Covers ep310 from 2018-02-04T14:08:14

In an ongoing quest to make you question your sanity, we're back this week with Bizarro Covers. The concept is simple; hard rock and metal bands covering songs that are anything but. After doing 7 ...

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Vinnie Vincent Reaction - Ep309 from 2018-01-27T04:31:04

We're back this week to share our reaction to last weekend's return of Vinnie Vincent! The Atlanta KISS Expo brought back the elusive Ankh Warrior, Vinnie Vincent to the delight of KISS fans everyw...

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Top 5 Vinnie Vincent Solos - Ep308 from 2018-01-17T00:03:52

The Countdown to Vindication is on as we share our Top 5 Vinnie Vincent Solos! Additionally, we're sharing our thoughts on the Atlanta KISS Expo which is just days away. It's been over twenty years...

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What Rocked in 2017? We Answer! - Best of 2017 ep307 from 2018-01-12T22:57:57

If you think Rock is dead, then we have three hours of audio that prove you wrong. The Best of 2017 features twenty songs from the best Rock and Metal albums released over the past year.  We've sel...

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Hello Oasis, Goodbye Ramones, and Welcome Back Van Halen (Sorta) - 1996 Year in Review Pt2 Ep306 from 2017-12-31T04:08:01

We're back this week to tackle July through December for our 1996 Year in Review Pt2. July sees Layne Staley taking the stage for the last time. The Alice in Chains vocalist would overdose after a ...

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Unabomber Caught, KISS Reunite, and Beatles Galore! - 1996 Year in Review Pt1 from 2017-12-20T06:37:21

This week we look at 1996, a year that celebrated the past while looking to the future. In part 1, we dig into the first half of 1996; and it was a busy six months. January includes stories on the ...

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Six Songs Perry Richardson Thinks You Should Hear - Ep304 from 2017-12-12T03:45:36

Stryper bassist Perry Richardson returns to Decibel Geek this week to discuss his new gig and spin some great songs. In this episode, you'll hear details on the circumstances that led to Perry land...

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We Spin Some Killer Bonus Tracks! - Ep303 from 2017-12-04T03:53:57

In this two-hour episode, the guys take turns showcasing some of their favorite bonus tracks released over the years. In this jam packed music and discussion episode, you'll get audio goodness from...

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Those Hosers are Fired from 2017-11-23T14:05:24

The guys are back this week after realizing their Canadian friends were too busy with their own podcast to cover their normal Thanksgiving duties. For five years, Rich "Meister" Dillon and Wally "G...

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Mystery Box - Ep301 from 2017-11-17T03:47:20

When Chris shows up with a box covered in question marks and filled with a wide variety of music, it makes for an interesting episode. After winning a box full of great music at the Nashville Rock ...

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300 A History and Look Forward - Ep300 from 2017-11-08T03:42:08

Chris and Aaron celebrate episode 300 with a discussion of the history of Decibel Geek. In this long-form talk, the guys talk about the circumstances that led to the creation of the podcast, how th...

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Rock n Roll Conspiracies - Ep299 from 2017-11-01T01:33:03

The guys return this week with a different type of episode as they discuss Rock n Roll Conspiracies. Joined by guest Casey Conspiracy, Chris and Aaron dig into some of the more high profile conspir...

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Six Songs Toddzilla Thinks You Should Hear from 2017-10-21T15:44:54

Nashville music scene legend and dear friend of the show Todd Austin returns for Six Songs Toddzilla Thinks You Should Hear. If you are new to the show and unfamiliar with Toddzilla, be sure to fa...

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Chicago Rock - Ep297 from 2017-10-12T03:08:22

DBG VIP and past guest Joe Becht joins the guys this week for a talk about Chicago Rock. The Windy City may be steeped in jazz and blues history but it would be foolish to sleep on its contribution...

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Radio Sucks Radio Show v31 - Ep295 from 2017-09-17T23:06:53

DBG VIP and host of Digital Killed the Radio Star podcast David Hudson joins the guys this week for Radio Sucks Radio Show v31. David was a supporter of the recent Rock n Pod Expo in Nashville. Whe...

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Producer Panel with Michael Wagener and Toby Wright - ep294 from 2017-09-06T00:27:21

This week we present a live recording of the Producer Panel with Michael Wagener and Toby Wright. This panel discussion, recorded on stage at the Nashville Rock n Pod Expo, has the two legendary pr...

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Conversation with Sandy Gennaro - Ep293 from 2017-08-25T13:49:34

Sandy Gennaro joins the guys this week for a career spanning discussion that goes deeper than just the music. Sandy has toured and/or recorded with: Blackjack, Cyndi Lauper, Joan Jett and the Blac...

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Rock n Pod Primer - Ep292 from 2017-08-14T03:00:31

Chris and Aaron return this week to preview the party of the summer with Rock n Pod Primer - Ep292. The Nashville Rock n Pod Expo takes place Saturday August 26th, 2017 at the Music Valley Event Ce...

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KISS Lightning Round - Ep291 from 2017-08-01T01:59:48

When a planned episode gets shelved due to audio issues, we improvise this week with KISS Lightning Round - Ep291. We put out a last-minute call for KISS-related questions and topics and, boy, did ...

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The Return of Pixie Esmonde - Ep290 from 2017-07-24T03:06:10

KISSMAS in July gets even cooler this week with The Return of Pixie Esmonde! Pixie, former wardrobe manager for KISS (1979-1980), quickly became one of our favorite guests. Her quick wit and fantas...

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Demolicious KISS Edition from 2017-07-16T00:46:34

The guys are back for week two of KISSMAS in July with Demolicious KISS Edition. While KISS has released a great catalog of music over the past 43 years, there's been a wealth of solid material tha...

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Konversation with Gene Simmons Band from 2017-07-08T22:32:46

KISSmas in July kicks off with an in-depth talk with members of the Gene Simmons Band. Guitarists Ryan Cook, Jeremy Asbrock, and Philip Shouse have been garnering rave reviews since their debut in ...

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Conversation with Donnie Vie - Ep287 from 2017-06-30T02:28:31

Donnie Vie appears on the Decibel Geek Podcast this week for a revealing conversation.  This long-form discussion covers a life and career of ups, downs, triumphs, rejections, celebration, turmoil ...

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RUSH Covered in Metal - Ep286 from 2017-06-21T02:59:17

Chris&Aaron continue the love-fest for Geddy, Neil, and Alex this week with RUSH Covered in Metal. There are a lot of cover versions of RUSH songs out there by a lot of different artists. What your...

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The Heavier Side of RUSH - Ep285 from 2017-06-09T03:44:11

Chris&Aaron return this week to discuss The Heavier Side of RUSH; songs that kick a little harder from the legendary Canadian trio. RUSH, formed in 1968, and solidified in 1971 with a lineup of Ged...

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Under the ACDC Influence - Ep284 from 2017-05-31T03:26:15

DBG VIP and Decibel Geek writer, Steven Michael, joins Chris and Aaron for Under the ACDC Influence; a deep dive into bands that were influenced by the Australian hard rock giants. Steve and the gu...

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Albums Unleashed - TUFF What Comes Around with Stevie Rachelle Ep283 from 2017-05-22T03:44:50

Stevie Rachelle joins the guys this week for Albums Unleashed - TUFF What Comes Around Goes Around. In this long-form discussion, Stevie discusses the circumstances that led to him fronting TUFF. O...

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Radio Sucks Radio Show v30 - Ep282 from 2017-05-11T03:57:16

DBG VIP and contributor to the upcoming Nashville Rock n Pod Expo Henning Mielke joins the guys from Germany for Radio Sucks Radio Show v30! In this 2-hour plus block of rock talk and music, Hennin...

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Skype's Down! - Ep281 from 2017-05-04T04:07:28

When a scheduled interview is derailed by their call recording program, Skype, going down, the guys decide to crack a few beers and bring you an off-the-cuff conversation that features a number of ...

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Conversation with Scott Van Zen from 2017-04-26T03:50

Guitarist and KISS co-writer Scott Van Zen sits down with the guys this week for a long-form talk about his life, guitar playing, and the experience of writing with our favorite demon, Gene Simmons...

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Radio Sucks Radio Show v29 from 2017-04-17T23:37:10

DBG VIP Sonny Pooni joins the guys this week for Radio Sucks Radio Show v29! In this fun rock and talk episode Sonny talks about how he discovered Decibel Geek and what hooked him into being a DBG ...

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1982 Year in Review Pt2 - Ep278 from 2017-04-10T03:20:56

Aaron and Chris return to the wayback machine for 1982 Year in Review Pt2! In this nearly two hour nostalgia extravaganza, your hosts have more facts, pop culture happenings, news stories, and musi...

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1982 Year in Review Pt1 - Ep277 from 2017-03-31T03:51:50

The guys go back in time this week as they bring you 1982 Year in Review Pt1. In this long-form trip through the first half of the year, Chris&Aaron cover a lot of ground. 1982 saw some pretty hist...

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Rock n Pod Expo Roundtable from 2017-03-20T18:55:10

Hosts from numerous participating podcasts get together on one call to discuss the upcoming Nashville Rock n Pod Expo happening August 26, 2017 at Millennium Hall in Nashville TN.   Discussion inc...

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Albums Unleashed Poison Look What the Cat Dragged In with Rikki Rockett - Ep276 from 2017-03-17T03:56:06

Rikki Rockett joins the guys this week for Albums Unleashed Poison Look What the Cat Dragged In. In this long-form discussion, Rikki shares stories from the early days of Poison including the decis...

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Fresh Blood v5 - Ep275 from 2017-03-09T03:20:23

Chris and Aaron return this week for Fresh Blood v5; a block of rock and metal from awesome newer bands. In this music-packed episode, the guys spin great tracks that span the entire rock genre. Yo...

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Albums Unleashed - Steeler with Rik Fox Ep274 from 2017-02-27T03:09:38

Bassist Rik Fox returns to Decibel Geek this week for Albums Unleashed - Steeler. Fronted by vocalist Ron Keel, Steeler had migrated west from Nashville. Upon his arrival, Keel would realize he nee...

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Radio Sucks Radio Show v28 - Ep273 from 2017-02-18T20:48:35

DBG VIP Joe Becht joins the guys this week for Radio Sucks Radio Show v28. In this two-hour music and discussion episode, Joe spins killer tracks from artists and albums that he think weren't given...

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Shredders Discussion with Denman - Ep272 from 2017-02-11T03:47:48

The guys are joined this week by Ben and Dakota Denman for Shredders Discussion with Denman. In this long-form talk, you'll hear the history of this awesome young from Nashville by way of upstate N...

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Six Songs Luc Carl Thinks You Should Hear - Ep271 from 2017-01-31T04:34:01

Sirius/XM deejay Luc Carl joins Chris&Aaron this week for Six Songs Luc Carl Thinks You Should Hear. In this long-form episode, Luc and the guys discuss a variety of subjects including record store...

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Albums Unleashed All Systems Go w/Bobby Rock - Ep270 from 2017-01-20T05:00

Drummer Bobby Rock joins the guys this week for Albums Unleashed Vinnie Vincent Invasion All Systems Go. In this long-form discussion, Bobby goes into detail on the tour leading up to the recording...

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Best of 2016 - Ep269 from 2017-01-15T02:55:06

Chris and Aaron return this week to countdown their Top 10 albums of the year that was in Best of 2016 - Ep269. In this 2 hour-plus episode, your hosts find themselves looking back on a year that h...

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Album Anticipation 2017 - Ep268 from 2017-01-02T20:47:12

It's a new year filled with new album possibilities and Aaron Camaro, covering for an ailing Chris Czynszak, takes you through his Album Anticipation 2017. In this hour-plus episode, Aaron talks ab...

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Tour Bus Tales with Jeremy Owsley - Ep267 from 2016-12-23T02:27:37

Veteran tour bus driver Jeremy Owsley joins the guys this week to share some Tour Bus Tales that include the likes of Metallica, Megadeth, Marilyn Manson, Korn, Danzig, and many more! The son of a ...

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Eric Carr Remembered with Gary Corbett Pt2 - Ep266 from 2016-12-13T02:44:54

The guys are back this week to pick up where they left off with Gary Corbett reliving more Eric Carr memories. The conversation picks up with much more home video commentary including KISS' appeara...

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Eric Carr Remembered with Gary Corbett Pt1 - Ep265 from 2016-12-08T03:21:31

Former KISS keyboardist and friend of Eric Carr joins the guys this week to celebrate the life of the late drummer on the 25th anniversary of his loss. Gary joined KISS in 1987 for the Crazy Nights...

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Radio Sucks Radio Show v27 - Ep262 from 2016-11-12T20:12:29

Chris and Aaron return this week to bring you another huge slab of great rock to shove down your ear holes with Radio Sucks Radio Show v27. In this hour-plus music and discussion episode, the guys ...

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One and Done - Ep261 from 2016-11-05T18:07:14

Chris&Aaron return this week to focus on bands that gave us a single great album and then disappeared with One and Done - Ep261. In this long-form music and discussion episode, your hosts present 1...

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Albums Unleashed Skid Row Rachel Bolan Michael Wagener from 2016-10-27T03:31:12

Skid Row bassist Rachel Bolan and producer Michael Wagener join the guys this week for Albums Unleashed Skid Row. Recorded in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, Skid Row was released January 24, 1989 on Atlan...

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RATT Discussion with Alexi Lalas - Ep259 from 2016-10-18T05:05:15

Soccer legend Alexi Lalas joins the guys this week for a RATT Discussion; breaking down all eight studio albums and discussing the history of the band. RATT was one of the most notable bands to eme...

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Crankin the Law - Ep258 from 2016-10-10T02:54:15

The guys blast a bunch of awesome songs and simultaneously tip their hat to the good guys in law enforcement with Crankin the Law - Ep258. In this hour-plus block of rock, your hosts spin killer la...

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Happiness - Ep257 from 2016-09-30T04:27:06

The guys return this week to kick off a new show concept based on how music relates to human emotions; the first of which is Happiness. In this long form music and discussion episode, you'll get ti...

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Rare Hare with Tyson Leslie - Ep256 from 2016-09-21T03:06:53

This week Chris and Aaron are joined by musician/promoter Tyson Leslie for Rare Hare; an hour-plus of great talk and music including tracks from Vinnie Vincent Invasion, Black Sabbath, Judas Priest...

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Demolicious vol2 - Ep255 from 2016-09-13T03:59:30

The guys are back this week to bring you a bunch of rare ear candy from some of your favorite bands with Demolicious vol2 - Ep255. Awesome tracks from legends such as Ozzy Osbourne, Van Halen, AC/D...

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Metallica Discussion - Ep254 from 2016-09-03T19:50:10

Joshua Toomey from Talk Toomey podcast joins the guys this week for Metallica Discussion; 2 hours-plus of talk about the band's 9 official studio albums as well as their history. Formed in 1981 in ...

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1974 Year in Review Part 2 - Ep253 from 2016-08-27T14:36:45

Chris and Aaron are back for more with the 1974 Year in Review Part 2; a year that saw Tricky Dick hit the highway, Blazing Saddles run away with the box office, and Muhammad Ali rumble with George...

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Conversation with Greg Mangus from 2016-08-20T16:47:02

Singer Greg Mangus joins Chris and Aaron this week to discuss his "almost famous" career in music; one that includes numerous collaborations with notable musicians across multiple genres. Greg is w...

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1974 Year in Review Part 1 - Ep251 from 2016-08-11T04:45:52

Chris and Aaron are going back in time this week for the 1974 Year in Review Part 1; an hour-plus of pop culture, news stories, classic commercials, and loads of the music that made the first half ...

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Radio Sucks Radio Show v26 - Ep250 from 2016-08-03T03:35:21

Chris and Aaron are back this week for Radio Sucks Radio Show v26; an hour-plus of classic tunes from Ozzy Osbourne, Sleeze Beez, and Steve Stevens. The guys also spin cool tracks from Jesus Chrysl...

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Ace Stories with Crazy Joe Renda - Ep249 from 2016-07-26T02:32:52

Producer and longtime friend of Ace Frehley, Crazy Joe Renda stops by to share Ace Stories about everyone's favorite spaceman. Joe first came to prominence in KISS fan circles with the novelty song...

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KISS Shoulda Been a Single from 2016-07-19T00:27:27

The podfather, Ken Mills, joins Chris&Aaron this week for KISS Shoulda Been a Single as KISSMAS in July rolls on! In this long form discussion and music episode, the guys each pick 5 songs from all...

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Konversation with Christopher Williams - Ep247 from 2016-07-09T17:48:31

Accept drummer Christopher Williams stops by this week to discuss his lifelong love affair with the Hottest Band in the Land. In this long-form talk, Williams talks about his discovery of KISS via ...

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Roots of KISS - Ep246 from 2016-07-02T20:22:01

KISSMAS in July is off and running as Chris and Aaron delve deep into the Roots of KISS. In this long-form music and discussion episode, the guys talk about bands that influenced each member; not o...

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Six Songs Ian Wadley Thinks You Should Hear - Ep245 from 2016-06-22T04:00

One half  of the Rock&Metal Combat Podcast joins Chris and Aaron this week for Six Songs Ian Wadley Thinks You Should Hear. In this long-form discussion and music episode, Ian clues you in to some ...

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Radio Sucks Radio Show v25 from 2016-06-17T03:15:44

Decibel Geek VIP subscriber Brian Davis joins Chris and Aaron this week for Radio Sucks Radio Show vol25; an hour-plus of great hard rock and metal handpicked for your listening pleasure. In this s...

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Conversation with Brandon Gibbs - Ep242 from 2016-06-11T03:38:43

Singer/Songwriter and member of Devil City Angels, Brandon Gibbs joins Chris and Aaron this week for a discussion of his career and future projects. In this hour-plus discussion, Brandon talks abou...

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Summer Fun - Ep242 from 2016-06-03T03:27:48

Chris and Aaron return this week to turn up the heat with Summer Fun; an hour-plus of music and discussion that celebrates our favorite time of the year. In this block of great rock and metal music...

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Never Not Rocking with Jimmy Pardo - Ep241 from 2016-05-26T04:00:22

Comedian and host of Never Not Funny, Jimmy Pardo joins the guys this week for all talk about KISS fandom, comedy, podcasting, and a whole bunch more. In this hour-plus discussion, Jimmy talks abou...

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Farm Rock Nashville Primer - Ep240 from 2016-05-20T04:20:05

Chris and Aaron return this week to talk about festival season, and in particular, the awesome Farm Rock Nashville festival set to hit the Music City on June 3rd and 4th. In this hour plus solid bl...

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Fresh Blood vol4 - Ep239 from 2016-05-13T04:02:34

Chris and Aaron return this week to bring you Fresh Blood vol4; a jam-packed hour-plus of some of the best new hard rock and heavy metal out there that is sure to make your ears smile. In this bloc...

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Radio Sucks Radio Show v24 - Ep238 from 2016-05-05T02:57:19

Chris and Aaron return this week with an earful of joy with Radio Sucks Radio Show v24; an hour-plus of your hosts blasting great songs, old and new, that your local radio station is totally neglec...

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Guitar Duos with Thee Rock N Roll Residency - Ep237 from 2016-04-27T01:57:20

This week Chris and Aaron are joined by Jeremy Asbrock and PhilipShouse of Thee Rock N Roll Residency to discuss Guitar Duos.These two awesome musicians are regularly belting out a twin guitar atta...

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5 Year Retrospective - Ep236 from 2016-04-18T02:54:19

The guys return this week to celebrate the show's birthday with a 5 Year Retrospective. In this 2 hour plus look back at the shows history, Chris and Aaron share the stories of how the show started...

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Hair I Go Again - Ep235 from 2016-04-08T03:52:13

The guys are joined this week by filmmaker/guitarist Steve McClure to discuss the great new rock documentary Hair I Go Again; a film that follows the long journey of two middle aged guys attempting...

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Shoulda Been a Single Vol2 - Ep233 from 2016-03-25T03:09:40

Aaron and Chris return this week to bring you the second installment of one of their most popular themes with Shoulda Been a Single Vol2! In this long-form music and discussion episode, the guys pu...

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Top 5 70s Aerosmith Songs from 2016-03-18T03:15:27

This week your hosts return to celebrate the early days of one of America's greatest rock n' roll bands as they pick their Top 5 70's Aerosmith Songs! Top 5 70s Aerosmith Songs  The boys f...

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School Daze - Ep231 from 2016-03-11T03:37:48

Load up your Trapper Keeper and sharpen your pencil as this week Aaron and Chris present School Daze; a collection of rock songs that reference the hormone-filled years that everyone dreamed of esc...

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Six Songs Gary Corbett Thinks You Should Hear - Ep230 from 2016-03-04T00:38:09

Chris&Aaron welcome back one of their favorite guests this week to present Six Songs Gary Corbett Thinks You Should Hear! The former KISS/Cinderella keyboardist joins the guys to present some great...

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Top 5 70s Alice Cooper Songs from 2016-02-26T02:19:52

This week Chris&Aaron celebrate the king of shock rock as they each pick their Top 5 70s Alice Cooper Songs! In this hour-plus celebration, the guys spin tracks from Love It to Death, Killer, Billi...

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Where You Come From - New York Ep228 from 2016-02-18T19:42:24

This week your hosts return with Where You Come From - New York; an hour-plus of music and discussion of some of the greatest rock music to come out of the Big Apple. New York has a rich history in...

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Songs with Heart from 2016-02-04T03:53:18

In honor of National Heart Month, Chris and Aaron are back this week to spin some Songs with Heart. In this hour-plus episode, you'll get educated on better heart health as well as tracks from grea...

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Sunset Strip Memories - Ep225 from 2016-01-28T04:53:59

Put on your studs and leather and break out the Aqua Net as DBG VIP Gregory Muse joins the Decibel Geek podcast this week for Sunset Strip Memories! In this hour-plus discussion Gregory shares his ...

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Bowie vs Lemmy - Ep224 from 2016-01-20T15:13:43

This week the Decibel Geek Podcast presents Bowie vs Lemmy; a hard rock and metal salute to two music icons. In this hour-plus episode you'll get some rocket-fueled covers of David Bowie and Motorh...

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Albums Unleashed Warrant Dog Eat Dog - Ep224 from 2016-01-14T01:23:28

In August of 1992, Warrant were flying high on the success of the mega-huge Cherry Pie album. While the success was nice, the band wanted to go in a tougher direction with their next album. Enlisti...

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Best of 2015 - Ep222 from 2016-01-07T05:22:49

This week your favorite hosts are back to share their very favorite albums and songs of the past year with Best of 2015! In this supersized episode, Chris and Aaron discuss and play their top 12 so...

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1980 Year in Review Pt2 - Ep221 from 2016-01-01T22:59:09

Squeeze into your Calvin Klein jeans and get ready to bang your head as Chris and Aaron are back this week for 1980 Year in Review Pt 2! Big news stories are discussed such as Richard Pryor turning...

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1980 Year in Review Pt1 - Ep220 from 2015-12-25T18:00:04

Put away that leisure suit and break out your skinny tie as Decibel Geek goes back in time for 1980 Year in Review Part 1! In this hour-plus journey through January through May, Chris and Aaron dis...

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Radio Sucks Radio Show v23 - Ep219 from 2015-12-17T03:52:03

Black Sabbath, RATT, Samson, David Lee Roth, TOOL, Dimino, Tesla, Whitesnake, Angel, Rolling Stones are spun this week in the final Radio Sucks Radio Show...for 2015. Lots of great discussion and t...

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Six Songs Gerry Finn Thinks You Should Hear - Ep218 from 2015-12-10T02:39:44

Aaron and Chris return this week with a brand new show concept; Six Songs ____ Thinks You Should Hear and our first subject is Gerry Finn from the Killer Dwarfs! Gerry happened to be in Nashville f...

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Albums Unleashed - Anthrax Spreading the Disease Ep217 from 2015-12-03T04:40:51

In 1985, Anthrax solidified their lineup and their place in The Big 4 with the release of Spreading the Disease. In 2015, the band has undertaken a re-examination with the release of a 30th anniver...

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Hoser Heavy Metal Hour Vol4 - Ep216 from 2015-11-25T03:16:44

For the fourth consecutive year, the Canadian Decibel Geek team of Wallygator Norton and Rich "The Meister" Dillon, the Hoser Heavy Metal Twins, return to the Decibel Geek airwaves. In what has bec...

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Giving Thanks - Ep215 from 2015-11-20T03:42:03

Giving Thanks Chris and Aaron return this week for Giving Thanks; an episode filled with good cheer, good songs, and some guest appearances by old friends. In this hour-plus special, the guys call ...

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Where You Come From - Detroit Ep214 from 2015-11-11T03:39:23

This week Decibel Geek presents Where You Come From; a new ongoing series that explores the bands and history of a particular city and the first stop is Detroit, Michigan. With a robust rock histor...

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Conversation wtih Billy Sheehan - Ep213 from 2015-11-04T06:58:07

Legendary bassist Billy Sheehan joins Chris&Aaron for an in-depth conversation about his career including stints with David Lee Roth, Mr. Big, and current band The Winery Dogs. He also shares his t...

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Reel Scary Songs - Ep212 from 2015-10-29T04:06:28

This week your hosts return to wake up the dead with Reel Scary Songs; an hour-plus of killer tracks from killer films about killers (are we noticing a trend here?) Reel Scary Songs  Reel ...

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Rocktoberfest 2 - Ep211 from 2015-10-22T01:29:37

This week Aaron and Chris get into the deustchland spirit with Rocktoberfest 2; an hour-plus of great songs from great bands that hail from Germany. There were a lot of great options to choose from...

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Who's That Drummer? - Ep210 from 2015-10-14T05:01

This week the guys are back to answer the question, 'Who's that drummer?' In episode 210 of the Decibel Geek podcast, your hosts return to spin tracks from some of your favorite bands with differen...

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1977 Year in Review Part 2 - Ep209 from 2015-10-07T04:58

This week Aaron and Chris return to guide you on a journey of July through December in our 1977 Year in Review Part 2! In this hour-plus block of nostalgia, you'll hear discussion of big news event...

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1977 Year in Review Part 1 - Ep208 from 2015-10-01T05:51:07

This week Aaron and Chris travel back to a true year for the ages, 1977! The amount of great music, movies, and pop culture from this year is absolutely staggering and your humble hosts are ready t...

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Bizarro Covers 7 - Ep207 from 2015-09-23T03:50:39

Aaron&Chris are back this week with Bizarro Covers 7. This hour-plus block of audio ear candy contains awesome rock/metal acts such as Within Temptation, Dweezil Zappa, Motorhead, Asphalt Valentine...

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Heavier Side of Pink Floyd - Ep206 from 2015-09-16T02:14:53

Aaron&Chris return this week to bring you The Heavier Side of Pink Floyd. In this hour-plus special, your hosts discuss the lofty career of these British music legends who were founded in 1965 and ...

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Queens of Noize 2 - Ep205 from 2015-09-09T01:00

In February in 2014, we tipped our caps to some of our favorite female rockers in volume 1. We're back this week to celebrate more Queens of Noize! Queens of Noize 2  Aaron and Chris return to ...

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Iron Maiden Discussion - Ep204 from 2015-09-02T04:38:10

This week Aaron and Chris return with special guest Billy Hardaway to discuss the career and catalog of British metal legends Iron Maiden. With 40 years of of worldwide domination in the heavy meta...

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The Epic Episode 2 from 2015-08-25T02:17:03

Back in 2013, Aaron and Chris set out to do something big, something grand, something.....EPIC. And this week, they're back to do it again with The EPIC Episode 2. The EPIC Episode 2Aaron and Chr...

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Viking Rock - Ep202 from 2015-08-17T03:05:46

This week we across the pond and way north to crank up some Viking Rock! Aaron and Chris return this week to head north; way north! This week is Viking Rock week with killer tracks from Northern E...

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Radio Sucks Radio Show v22 - Ep201 from 2015-08-10T03:26:38

After a big week of hitting 200 episodes and launching our brand new VIP subscription feature, we're back to feeding you some ear candy with Radio Sucks Radio Show v22 - Ep201 Radio Sucks Radio S...

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Who's That Singer - Ep200 from 2015-08-03T01:46:04

If there's one thing that is common amongst music listeners of all genres, it's that they typically  like the familiar and resist change. We're only human after all. We figured we'd make things a l...

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What If - Ep199 from 2015-07-27T02:18:49

KISSMAS in July has been a big success and loaded with great guests and great stories. This week, though, we talk to our favorite people; YOU! What If?Aaron and Chris close out KISSMAS in July in ...

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Konversation with Pixie Esmonde from 2015-07-20T22:35:11

After a great first two weeks, we're back with a very special guest this week. Konversation with Pixie Esmonde   Pixie Esmonde, wardrobe manager for KISS (1979-1980), joins Aaron and Chris for a...

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Konversation with Denny Smith - Ep197 from 2015-07-13T03:08:36

The Great Affairs' Denny Smith joins Chris and Aaron this week for a long-form discussion on all-things KISS. Denny worked for the hottest and in the land for their Butterfields Auction in 2000. Wi...

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Konversation with John Harte - Ep196 from 2015-07-06T03:46:21

It's officially KISSMAS in July! Hope everyone is enjoying the holiday season of the Hottest Band in the Land! We thought we'd kick things off in a big way! Konversation with John Harte  Former...

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Bizarro Covers 6 - Ep194 from 2015-06-22T03:15

This week we serve up volume 6 of what equates to a giant audio glass of WTF?! Aaron and Chris are back this week to get weird as they bring you Bizarro Covers 6! This hour-plus slab of killer ban...

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NWOTHM - Ep193 from 2015-06-15T02:48:08

After a smashing success with last week's NWOBHM episode, we thought we would return to tell you that what was great in the past is still great today thanks to some ambitious newer bands with respl...

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NWOBHM from 2015-06-08T02:39:42

It's hard to believe that in 4 years of the show's existence, we've never tackled this one. Better late than never. This week Aaron and Chris head across the pond to celebrate one of metal's bigge...

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Albums Unleashed - Tora Tora Wild America - ep191 from 2015-06-02T04:33:02

We return with the latest installment of our Albums Unleashed series and this one is Wild! Aaron and Chris return this week along with special guest Anthony Corder to discuss the fantastic 1992 A&...

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Radio Sucks Radio Show vol21 - Ep190 from 2015-05-25T19:46:41

Some weeks it's fun to just kick back, forget about a theme or topic and play deejay. This is one of those weeks. Chris and Aaron return this week to spin some great tracks that the suits on cor...

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Shoulda Been a Single from 2015-05-18T03:46:11

As music fans, we can sometimes be left dumfounded about certain decisions made by our favorite artists. Never is that more true than the choice of a song selected to be a single from an album. Whe...

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Hair of the Dog Discussion from 2015-05-11T02:36:09

In 1997, no frills rock was about as unpopular as you can imagine....unless you lived in the midwestern United States. The plains states have long been a hotbed of rock and roll fandom. States such...

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Supergroups - Ep187 from 2015-05-04T01:25:58

su·per·group ?so?op?r??ro?op/noun 1. an exceptionally successful rock group, in particular one formed by musicians already famous from playing in other groups.  Yep, that's the definition but we'...

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Album Openers - Ep186 from 2015-04-27T01:49:33

It's often said that first impressions are important. In the case of great hard rock and heavy metal albums, this is often true. This week Aaron and Chris pick out some of their favorite album open...

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Buried Treasure 2 - Ep185 from 2015-04-20T01:56:42

Back in October of 2013, Chris and Aaron had a brainstorm. They noticed that many people like songs from big albums by big bands but when those bands go “out of fashion” with the mainstream, they r...

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Conversation with Mark Slaughter - Ep184 from 2015-04-13T03:41:04

This week we fulfill an interview wish that goes back to the beginning of the show; fitting for our 4 year anniversary. This week Aaron and Chris celebrate the 4 year anniversary of Decibel Geek w...

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2001 Year in Review Part 2 - Ep183 from 2015-04-06T02:34:22

Aaron and Chris return this week to cover the second half of a very dark year in music and history. 2001 Year in Review part 2 features more discussion of the pop culture, people, events, and music...

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2001 Year in Review Part 1 - Ep182 from 2015-03-30T00:36:30

We go back in time for the next two weeks to a year that changed the world....but were the tunes good?  This week Aaron and Chris and present part 1 of their 2001 Year in Review. It doesn't seem...

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Rap Rock - Ep181 from 2015-03-23T02:32:31

With a show that's been in existence for nearly 4 years and has covered numerous facets of rock and metal, you had to know this day would come. We think you'll like it anyway.  This week Aaron a...

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Albums Unleashed Carnival of Souls with Toby Wright Pt2 - Ep180 from 2015-03-15T23:53:49

We're back this week to talk about the second half of a very polarizing album.  Chris and Aaron return this week with the second part of their discussion with producer Toby Wright for Albums Unlea...

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Albums Unleashed Carnival of Souls Pt 1 with Toby Wright - Ep179 from 2015-03-09T02:20:36

We wanted to get into something polarizing and divisive this week. Mission accomplised...  Famed producer Toby Wright sits down with Chris and Aaron this week for part 1 of a 2 part Albums Unleash...

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Rock n Rolodex - Ep178 from 2015-03-03T05:01:06

After having full intention of recording a new Year in Review episode, life got in the way but something more fun came from it; talking to you!  Aaron and Chris call an audible this week. Instead...

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KISS Road Stories with Hot Sam - Ep177 from 2015-02-23T03:05:19

There's been a lot of talk in the KISS fan world about the original road crew. This week, we have one of them on to talk about the good old days.  Jay "Hot Sam" Barth guests this week to discuss...

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For the Ladies vol2 - Ep176 from 2015-02-16T21:05:32

Love is in the air once again...so it's time to break out some sappy shit!  Aaron and Chris commemorate this year's Valentine's Day with the second volume of their For the Ladies collection of p...

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Demolicious - Ep175 from 2015-02-09T02:02:01

Sometimes it's best to just start at the beginning; and this week we're doing just that.  Aaron and Chris return this week to present Demo-licious; an hour-plus of the original inspiration for t...

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Conversation with Blanche Napoleon - Ep174 from 2015-02-02T04:43:17

We dig deep into the Decibel Geek vault for something never heard before.  Chris and Aaron present a chat with former Dan Hartman group member Blanche Napoleon. The group, formed in the late 70's ...

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Radio Sucks Radio Show vol20 - Ep173 from 2015-01-26T00:06:09

After a week Down Under, we're back to a format that feels like a good ole pair of jeans.  Chris and Aaron present volume 20 of their long-running music-based Radio Sucks Radio Show format. No t...

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Aussie Rock - Ep172 from 2015-01-19T00:48:15

Chris and Aaron return this week to bring you Aussie Rock volume 1! In this hour-plus episode the guys spin some of their favorite music from Down Under. You'll hear some familiar names but some no...

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Albums Unleashed - Slave to the Grind Ep171 from 2015-01-12T03:08:21

On June 11, 1991 rock and metal history was made when Skid Row released their followup album. Sophomore jinx? Nothing could be further from the truth.  This week Aaron and Chris return to Wire W...

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Happy New Year - Ep170 from 2015-01-05T00:06:54

What better way to ring in a new year than by taking it as a literal directive?  Chris and Aaron kick off 2015 by taking the phrase "Happy New Year" quite literally. This week has the guys picking...

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Best of 2014 - Ep169 from 2014-12-30T02:54:33

2014 is drawing to a close and we're finishing it out with a rocking look back.  Aaron and Chris close out 2014 by spinning their Top 10 tracks of the year (each). In this supersized episode of ...

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1989 Year in Review Part 2 from 2014-12-23T05:51:28

Aaron and Chris return to cover the second half of 1989 and boy is there a lot to talk about! July through December see news stories involving Drew Barrymore, The Monkees reuniting, Pete Rose's ban...

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1989 Year in Review Pt1 - Ep167 from 2014-12-16T05:04:50

It's been six months but this week we return with another Year in Review; this time it's one picked by our very own listeners.  Aaron and Chris take you on a journey of the first half of 1989. Y...

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Ride for Dime - Ep166 from 2014-12-08T02:44:27

This week marks an anniversary that is anything but something to celebrate. That said, we pay tribute to a true metal icon and, more importantly, an amazing human being.  Aaron and Chris return...

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Conversation with Toddzilla - Ep165 from 2014-12-01T01:04:19

One of our favorite past guests and friend of the show returns this week for a more personal reason.  Todd Austin (aka Toddzilla) returns to the Decibel Geek Podcast this week and boy is he pack...

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Bizarro Covers volume 5 - Ep164 from 2014-11-24T03:10:30

It's been over a year since we've gone to bizarro world and this week we finally go back.  Aaron and Chris return to a strange place this week as they present volume 5 of their Bizarro Covers se...

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Fresh Blood volume 3 - Ep162 from 2014-11-11T01:30:14

While you can always count on Decibel Geek to bring you the best songs from your all-time favorite bands, we'd not be doing our duty if we didn't turn you on to some great newer bands as well.  ...

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Scary Songs - Ep161 from 2014-11-03T02:59:10

We're back this week to (belatedly) celebrate Halloween with some of our favorite scary songs.  This week Aaron and Chris are spinning some of their favorite Scary Songs. The criteria was loose...

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Albums Unleashed Motley Crue with John Corabi Part 2 from 2014-10-27T02:30:58

After a huge response to last week's part 1, we're back to pick up our talk with John Corabi about the 1994 self-titled Motley Crue album.  We pick up Albums Unleashed - Motley Crue with John Co...

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Albums Unleashed Motley Crue with John Corabi - Ep159 from 2014-10-20T01:59:25

We're back with the second installment of our Albums Unleashed series and it's been a long time coming but we truly believe it's been worth the wait.  John Corabi joins Aaron and Chris this week...

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Radio Sucks Radio Show vol19 - Ep158 from 2014-10-13T00:47:34

After a week focused on Germany to celebrate Rocktoberfest, we're back to being all over the map this week.  This week Aaron and Chris return with volume 19 of the Radio Sucks Radio Show series....

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Rocktoberfest - Ep157 from 2014-10-06T02:41:51

While many rock/metal shows celebrate Halloween during the month of October, we can't forget another important event from across the pond that enables everyone to get sloppy drunk...  This week ...

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Keyboard Discussion with Gary Corbett - Ep156 from 2014-09-29T14:02:47

No previous guest has garnered more attention (and controversy) to the Decibel Geek podcast than Gary Corbett. And this week, he's back for a different reason.  This week Gary Corbett returns to...

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Top 5 Live Albums with Luc Carl - Ep155 from 2014-09-23T01:02:29

It's hard to believe that this week's theme has not been covered on the Decibel Geek Podcast but today it takes place.  Media worlds collide this week as SiriusXM deejay and author Luc Carl joi...

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Pantera Discussion with Chad Lee - Ep154 from 2014-09-15T02:43:54

In the early 1980's a pair of Texas brothers decided to form a band. 30+ years later, they are heavy metal legends. Pantera's rise to the top of the thrash heap happened despite a lack of heavy rad...

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Hell - Ep153 from 2014-09-08T02:15:37

After spending a week in the clouds, we're heading south......way south.  This week Aaron and Chris spin some of their favorite songs from the underworld. Hell - Ep153 features hellaciously good...

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Heaven - Ep152 from 2014-09-01T18:14:23

The guys are back from a week that nearly put Aaron Camaro out of commission and into recovery. After a health scare of pre-pneumonia, Aaron is back to help Chris tackle this week's subject; and is...

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Ace's Covers Contenders - Ep151 from 2014-08-25T01:32:55

It's no secret that we like Ace Frehley around here and the new 'Space Invader' album is in constant rotation in the studio and we can't wait to hear more from the original Spaceman. And on that no...

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Fresh Blood vol2 - Ep150 from 2014-08-18T01:52:09

It's been entirely too long since Aaron and Chris unveiled the Fresh Blood format for Decibel Geek. The first volume received lots of praise and we're happy to now add the second volume to the coll...

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Radio Sucks volume 18 - Ep149 from 2014-08-11T02:53:42

After a full month of covering KISS and the second half of an Anthrax career/discography discussion, Aaron and Chris are ready for a week of their favorite format; no format!  We return this we...

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Anthrax Discussion Part 2 - Ep148 from 2014-08-04T01:10:28

After a jam-packed KISSMAS in July, we're back this week for the second half of our Anthrax discussion with special guest Victor M. Ruiz from Mars Attacks and Talking Metal.  In this long-form d...

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KISS Grab Bag - Ep147 from 2014-07-28T02:02:21

KISSMAS in July is now drawing to a close for 2014 and there were so many things we wanted to cover we figured, why not cover them all?  This week Aaron and Chris open up a KISS Grab Bag of topi...

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Top 10 KISS Guitar Solos - Ep146 from 2014-07-21T01:14:41

While Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons are the 2 constant mainstays in KISS, the lead guitar position has faced the most changes of their 40 year history.  This week Aaron and Chris dissect and spi...

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Conversation with Ken Barr - Ep145 from 2014-07-14T04:39:51

Some of the most memorable KISS discussions we've had are the ones we've conducted with crew members. This week's guest should prove to continue that tradition.  Former KISS crew member Ken Barr...

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Conversation with Sher Bach from 2014-07-07T01:13:24

This week we kick of the 2014 edition of KISSMAS in July. During these next four weeks we'll be focusing solely on KISS-releated episodes and talking to KISS-related guests; and today's is a good o...

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Anthrax Discussion Part 1 - Ep143 from 2014-06-30T00:23:43

Chris and Aaron tend to differ on many of the bands that they like. The dichotomy of those tastes have helped broaden their own musical palette over the course of doing this show. But one band that...

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Love Fest - Ep140 from 2014-06-09T01:42:59

There's a lot of hard-working, stressed-out people in this world. One of those people happens to co-host this show.  This week Aaron Camaro gives Chris a much-needed week off and produces and ho...

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Conversation with Chuck Garric - Ep139 from 2014-06-02T02:01:37

Chuck Garric is no stranger to large crowds and big tours. His bass duties for such rock and metal legends as Dio, LA Guns, and Alice Cooper have given him quite a resume. But one thing that stays ...

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Radio Sucks Raido Show volume 17 - Ep138 from 2014-05-25T22:44:57

This week we bring you volume 17 of our Radio Sucks Radio Show series. If you're new to the show, it's basically us spinning some tracks, old and new, that we think you'll enjoy. Don't expect to he...

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Conversation with Killer Dwarfs - Ep137 from 2014-05-18T23:59:17

Last week Aaron Camaro went solo with his one on one talk with Mike Tramp. This week Chris decides to strike out on his own with an in-person hangout with some legends of the Great White North. ...

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Conversation with Mike Tramp - Ep 136 from 2014-05-13T02:48:54

It's been 27 years since White Lion broke through into the public consciousness with 1987's 'Pride' album. Featuring a solid rhythm section of bassist James Lomenzo and drummer Greg D'Angelo joinin...

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Vinnie Vincent Special pt 5 - Andre Labelle (Ep 135) from 2014-05-04T23:41:09

Sometimes going back on your word can be a good thing......  This week we present you with the 5th installment of our Vinnie Vincent Special. Joining us for this discussion is drummer Andre Labell...

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Albums Unleashed - DaDa with Dick Wagner Ep134 from 2014-04-28T00:52:25

This week Aaron and Chris launch the first installment of a brand new series for the Decibel Geek podcast with Albums Unleashed. The stories behind the songs, circumstances, and creative process fr...

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420! - Episode 133 from 2014-04-20T20:09:20

For a certain segment of the population, April 20th is a very significant day. If you don't partake of a sticky green plant that has certain psychological stimulating qualities, you don't know what...

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Monsters of Rock Cruise Memories - Episode 132 from 2014-04-14T02:38:05

Every year, the high seas get rocked a little harder during this time of year and 2014 was no exception. The Monsters of Rock Cruise featured around 40 Decibel Geek-worth artists performing rotatin...

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Bracket Buster - Episode 131 from 2014-04-07T00:26:49

If you're anywhere near America during this time of year, the term "March Madness" seems to permeate the air. The NCAA basketball tournament becomes the sports centerpiece for the entire month of M...

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Episode 129 - 1994 Year in Review Part 1 from 2014-03-24T02:35:05

We're back this week with part 1 of our 2 part 1994 Year in Review. In this episode, Aaron and Chris take a look at the facts, figures, cultural events, and new stories that shaped 1994 with an exc...

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Episode 128 - Radio Sucks Rado Show vol 16 from 2014-03-17T01:50:15

We teased last week that we'd be doing a year in review this week. Unfortunately, time and sickness played factors in us getting our research finished in time. The year in review shows take a lot o...

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Episode 127 - Winter Sucks! from 2014-03-10T22:56:17

The winter of 2013-2014 has been absolutely brutal in the United States and outlying territories. Worse than that, if feels like it's never going to end! March is here and there are still places th...

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Episode 126 - Judas Priest Discussion from 2014-03-02T21:16:19

After two weeks of discussing a British Invasion, we decided this week to discuss another kind of British Invasion and Chris and Aaron are joined by Tim Henderson from Bravewords.com for an in-dept...

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Episode 125 - The Beatles - Covered in Metal from 2014-02-24T04:30:43

This week the Decibel Geek podcast stays Fab as Aaron and Chris spin some of their favorite Beatles songs covered by some of the favorite rock&metal artists.  The Beatles - Covered in Metal is a...

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Episode 124 - Heavier Side of the Beatles from 2014-02-17T03:07

With the majority of the world celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Beatles landmark first performance on the Ed Sullivan show, Aaron and Chris decided to dip their toe(s) into this renewed Beat...

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Episode 121 - Under Covers 2 from 2014-01-27T03:49:24

After a wild couple of weeks of going behind the KISS curtain, we're back this week to kick back, have some laughs, and spin some awesome cover songs. This week we bring you Under Covers 2, a ...

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Episode 117 - Best of 2013 from 2013-12-30T01:33:06

General music listeners tend to state that there's no good music being produced these days. But, true Decibel Geeks know that isn't the case and this week Aaron and Chris are out to prove it as the...

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Episode 116 - Rock the Halls from 2013-12-24T01:30:55

With this week containing that festive holiday that goes by many names (Christmas at DBG headquarters), Aaron and Chris decided to spread some seasonal cheer by spinning some notable songs that fit...

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Episode 115 - 1978 Year in Review Part 2 from 2013-12-16T01:00

After getting through the whirlwind that was the first half of the year, Aaron and Chris return to tell the second half of the story in this week's 1978 Year in Review Part 2. This week, Aaron...

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Episode 114 - 1978 Year in Review Part 1 from 2013-12-08T22:43:15

We're going back in time this week to an era of disco, bellbottoms, and great rock n' roll as we present the first installment of our 1978 Year in Review.  Aaron and Chris had a lot of great m...

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Episode 113 - Roth Era Van Halen Discussion from 2013-12-02T03:35

If there is one band that truly defines having a "good time" it's Van Halen. Formed in 1974 in suburban Pasadena, California, brothers Alex and Eddie Van Halen were joined by bassist Michael Anthon...

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Episode 111 - Radio Sucks Radio Show volume 15 from 2013-11-17T06:16

The holidays are fast approaching and Chris and Aaron are as busy as ever getting some great episodes and interviews together to bring to all of you Decibel Geeks. This week, the guys stop to take ...

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Episode 110 - Genuine Article from 2013-11-11T04:02:55

Decibel Geek is much more than just a weekly podcast. If you don't already know, there are a TON of great articles being put out consistently by our dedicated staff of writers; giving you more hard...

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Episode 109 - Fresh Blood volume 1 from 2013-11-05T02:48

Every once in a while in the past, Aaron and Chris would break out a track that's from an up and coming act that has an old-school vibe that fits within the Decibel Geek methodology. They would usu...

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Episode 108 - Shock Rocktober from 2013-10-28T03:11

With Halloween fast approaching, we felt this week was the best time to go ahead and take a look into the history of Shock Rock. It's time for Shock Rocktober! In this hour-plus episode, Aaron...

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Episode 107 - Michael Wagener from 2013-10-21T04:07:50

Whether you know the name Michael Wagener or not chances are, if you're a fan of this show, he's had a major impact on your life. A cursory glance at the discography of this German-born music produ...

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Episode 106 - Jan Kuehnemund Rock in Peace from 2013-10-14T01:05

One of the nicest people that we've interviewed over the past 2+ years was Jan Kuehnemund, founder of all-female hard rock band Vixen. While Jan's guitar skills and physical beauty provided her wit...

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Episode 105 - Radio Sucks Radio Show volume 14 from 2013-10-08T01:27:56

We're back this week with another edition of the Radio Sucks Radio Show. We love doing this version of the show because it allows us to focus on the most important thing....the music! This wee...

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Episode 104 - Buried Treasure from 2013-10-01T02:13

The average music fan these days tends to enjoy a band while they are "in fashion" and on the charts. Unfortunately, that's a passing thing and what goes up, must come down. It seems that the insta...

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Episode 103 - The Big Rock Show from 2013-09-22T23:29:29

This week’s episode is the result of some it’s-a-small-world moments coming together. As you may remember, during our 2012 KISSMAS in July, we featured an episode on KISS Kover songs. One of the so...

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Episode 101 - Holidaze from 2013-09-09T01:45:50

September is the gateway to autumn; leaves changing, kids in school, football on the weekends.....and a ton of strange holidays. America continues its downward spiral into over-thinking everything ...

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Episode 100 - A Look Back from 2013-09-02T04:24:46

Aaron and Chris return this week to talk about their favorite subject...themselves!This is the official self-congratulatory episode of the Decibel Geek podcast. The reason for this? The guys have f...

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Episode 98 - 1985 Year in Review Part 2 from 2013-08-20T01:36:41

We're back this week to celebrate the second half of 1985 as we dissect July through December. There was a ton of music released in the second half of 1985 and Chris and Aaron are back to bring you...

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Episode 94 - KISS Road Stories with Peter Oreckinto from 2013-07-22T02:34

When preparing for this year's KISSMAS in JULY episodes, we wanted to dig in and talk to some people that were first-hand witnesses to KISS' rise to stardom. This week's guest not only witnessed it...

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Episode 90 - Rock in America from 2013-06-24T01:28:19

With KISSMAS in July just around the corner, we'll be knee-deep in the Hottest Band in the Land when Independence Day rolls around but we still wanted to celebrate America's birthday. We decided to...

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Episode 85 - Sight for Sore Ears from 2013-05-20T03:10:47

It may not be well-known but, according to the National Eye Institute, May is Healthy Vision Month. We thought we would help spread the word and enjoy some good music at the same time. Here's what ...

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Episode 79 - 1979 Year in Review Part 1 from 2013-04-08T03:33:11

We're back this week to discuss the first half of a very transitional year in music history. 1979 was a true crossroads for rock music fans; with the genre splitting into multiple sub-genres and an...

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Episode 74 - Radio Sucks Radio Show vol. 11 from 2013-02-28T05:09:30

That's right everyone it's time for another "Radio Sucks" episode of the Decibel Geek Podcast because as you know, radio sucks. So once again Chris and AAron put on the DJ hats and spin some great ...

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Episode 71 - Bizarro Covers 3 from 2013-02-07T05:51:35

After taking a 2 week long look at 1986, we're taking a detour back to Bizarro World with our third installment of Bizarro Covers. What are Bizarro Covers, you ask? Basically, these are songs ...

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Episode 70 - 1986 Year in Review Part 2 from 2013-01-31T05:06:39

Continuing our journey through 1986, Chris and Aaron jump right into their spandex pants and get things rolling. Chris gets the shredding started with his first pick, Vinnie Vincent Invasion's "Do ...

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Episode 68 - Jerry Gaskill from 2013-01-17T05:20:58

Jerry Gaskill, longtime drummer for King's X, was in Nashville this week to resume his work with friend/producer/collaborator D.a. Karkos of Underdog Studios; work that had started in January of 20...

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Episode 67 - Camaro's Cut Out Bin volume 1 from 2013-01-11T03:58:53

We hope you are strapped and and have checked your tire pressure because this week we put the pedal to the metal (and rock) with volume 1 of Camaro's Cut Out Bin.  What is Camaro's Cut Out Bin...

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Episode 66 - Radio Sucks vol.9 Best of 2012 from 2013-01-02T22:44:17

We know, we know; a Best of year-end episode is not very original and many of our podcasting brothers-in-arms have done or are doing the same but you've gotta admit, 2012 was a great year for rock/...

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Episode 65 - A Very Motley X-mas from 2012-12-27T13:59:29

Since the world didn't come to an end last week (check out our Songs for the Apocalypse episode), we are thrilled that we can celebrate Christmas with you all! Since the very beginning of the ...

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Episode 63 - Jeff Duncan from 2012-12-13T04:33:54

When we did our Library of Loud episode in September, our special guest that week was Tales from the Stage author Michael Toney. During that conversation, Michael mentioned that he had recently sta...

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Episode 62 - Vinnie Vincent Special Part 4 from 2012-12-06T00:13:07

After the great response we received from Part 3 of our Vinnie Vincent special with special guest Robert Fleischman, we decided to round things off with Part 4 this week. First up is Chris' co...

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Episode 60 - The Wright to Rock from 2012-11-22T04:48:54

We were all set to release a very big interview-based episode this week with producer/engineer extraordinaire Toby Wright until we discovered that the week of Thanksgiving (here in the U.S.) is not...

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Episode 59 - Hostile Hoser Hijack from 2012-11-14T21:51:42

This is not a test! We have "jammed the transmission" and taken over the Decibel Geek Podcast. Consider this the Hostile Hoser Hijack as this week your favorite podcast has been taken hostage by CA...

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Episode 58 - Top 5 Drinking Songs from 2012-11-07T22:28:08

Few things are more synonymous with Rock and Roll than drinking. Like peanut butter needs jelly or carrots need peas, Rock and Roll tends to go down easier with alcohol. Of course, no one probably ...

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Episode 57 - 2000 Year in Review Part 2 from 2012-11-02T02:12:40

After having a great time discussing the first half of the Year 2000,  we're back this week to finish it off as we cover July through December of Y2K. We lead things off with some stories from...

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Episode 55 - Covers With Attitude from 2012-10-17T22:35:23

We're back this week with a second helping of our live recording at the recent Nashville Comic&Horror Festival and this time we have some company. Our good friends from the PWA Show dropped by t...

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Episode 54 - Radio Sucks Radio Show Volume 8 from 2012-10-10T22:44:46

On Saturday October 6th, the Decibel Geek podcast ventured out of the bat cave to meet a large contingent of fellow Geeks at the Nashville Comic&Horror Festival. With a ton of amazing folks we...

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Episode 52 - Radio Revisited 1991 from 2012-09-27T02:58:13

While our Year in Review shows tend to have a great response each time out for the wealth of information that we try to squeeze in each time and numerous song clips that we attempt to shoehorn in; ...

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Episode 49 - Radio Sucks Radio Show vol.7 from 2012-09-05T13:15:17

After a great week of getting Ugly with Whitfield Crane, we return to fill your head with loud, auditory goodness. Radio Sucks Radio Show vol 7 is here! This weeks Geek of the Week is Dan Miles!...

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Episode 48 - Whitfield Crane from 2012-08-30T01:59:52

It's no secret to fans of the Decibel Geek Podcast that we, especially Aaron Camaro, have a great affinity for Ugly Kid Joe. Born out of suburbia (ie. Isla Vista, CA) in 1990, Ugly Kid Joe sho...

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Episode 47 - 1987 Year in Review Part 2 from 2012-08-22T21:59:57

After a week of reflecting on January - July of 1987, we round things off this week by discussing August - December and try to shoehorn in as many tunes and memories as we can.  August saw the re...

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Episode 46 - 1987 Year in Review Part 1 from 2012-08-15T19:41:21

1987 was a special time in the adolescence of a young Aaron Camaro and Chris Czynszak; being aged 13 and 11 respectively. This was an interesting time in American pop culture with tv shows like The...

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Episode 45 - Riki Rachtman from 2012-08-09T02:27

When we think back to those angst filled teenage years in the early 90's when we couldn't find a fake i.d. and we still had a curfew, some of our best memories are of spending Saturday nights hangi...

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Episode 43 - The Kutting Room Floor from 2012-07-25T22:29:33

We're pulling into the homestretch of KISSMAS in July and thought we'd end the month with a Geeky BANG! Before we get down to it we want to proudly announce that you can stream the Decibel Geek ...

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Episode 41 - KISS Kovers from 2012-07-11T23:32:14

After such a great response to our Lydia Criss conversation in week 1, KISSMAS in July shifts into a new gear with Chris and Aaron's favorite KISS Kover songs taking center stage. When researching ...

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Episode 40 - Lydia Criss from 2012-07-04T20:54:22

Welcome to KISSMAS in JULY here at Decibel Geek headquarters! We're always looking for new excuses to do KISS-themed material and doing a full month of KISS stuff in July just seemed like a logical...

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Episode 39 - Bizarro Covers 2 from 2012-06-28T04:08:32

Without question, one of the more popular theme shows the Decibel Geek podcast has ever produced was our Bizzaro Covers episode which featured hard rock and metal bands performing non-hard rock and...

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Episode 38 - 1969 Year in Review Part 2 from 2012-06-20T16:55:03

With so much going on in 1969 there was no way we were going to be able to squeeze all of it in to one episode and we're back this week to give you a second dose of the news, the music, and the per...

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Episode 36 - M&M with Bill Hale from 2012-06-07T04:15:41

While we don't typically delve deep into thrash territory on the Decibel Geek podcast, 2 bands that came out of California in the early to mid 1980's (one formed out of necessity to battle it out w...

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Episode 34 - Jack Russell from 2012-05-23T21:44:49

Jack Russel of Great White joins us this week to discuss a career that has spanned the highs, lows, and everything in-between.  Last week was a busy week in the press for Russell between dodging...

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Episode 33 - 1991 Year in Review from 2012-05-16T23:01:58

In the short year that the Decibel Geek podcast has existed, some of our more popular episodes have been our Year in Review shows. We have received some great feedback from all over the world about...

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Episode 32 - Radio Sucks Radio Show: Canadian Edition from 2012-05-10T05:46:16

While America is our home base and largest listener area, our friends up to the north have been accumulating like a blizzard lately. We've had quite a few new Canadian listeners over the past year....

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Episode 31- Dick Wagner from 2012-05-03T05:31:14

Welcome to our nightmare. We think you're gonna like it. Actually, the episode that we post for your listening pleasure today was truly a dream come true for us.  In this long form discussion,...

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Episode 30 - Listener Request Show from 2012-04-25T19:32:48

"We hear&we obey" - Gene Simmons Truer words could not be said of this weeks episode. This week, we turn the controls over to you, the listener. We've received some great requests over the last f...

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Episode 29 - Top 5 Brian Johnson Era AC/DC Songs from 2012-04-19T16:21:14

We're back this week to give you a Stiff Upper Lip after we Flick the Switch and Blow Up Your Video; making you feel like a Fly on the Wall who needs some Black Ice to recover from a Ballbreaker. I...

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Episode 28 - 1983 Year in Review from 2012-04-11T21:17:47

Before we flash back in  time we want to remind you of our upcoming Listener Request episode! We want you to call in your hard rock/metal song request on our hotline and we'll play our favorite req...

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Episode 27 - Radio Sucks Radio Show vol.5 from 2012-04-04T14:06:56

Networks, KISS Reviews, and The Group Thing We've been awfully theme-y lately and decided to spend this week doing what we do best; being unorganized and playing whatever we feel from our iPod. ...

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Episode 26 - 1975 Year in Review from 2012-03-28T22:48:16

Chris and a raspy-voiced Aaron Camaro return this week with a trip into the past. We're adjusting our flux capacitor and taking the wayback machine to 1975; an era where people wore bellbottoms, pl...

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Episode 25 - Top 5 Paul Stanley Songs from 2012-03-22T22:27

After a week spent in Bizarro World, we're back to discuss something *GASP* KISS-related. We'll give you a second to pick your jaw back up. Ready? Okay. The TourWith the recent announcement of...

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Episode 24 - Bizarro Covers from 2012-03-14T20:14:47

After a quick week off, we're back and we're spinning more covers but things are a little different this time. We're not going with tried and true covers this time. This time, we're going into the ...

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Episode 23 - Jan Kuehnemund of Vixen from 2012-03-02T05:28:41

Anyone that was around during the glam rock era of the late 1980’s remembers the teased hair, lipstick, and revealing clothing. There was also a female rock band named Vixen that was giving the pre...

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Episode 22 - Under Covers from 2012-02-24T04:13:42

We have a jam packed episode filled with tons of music you may have never heard as well as a couple of tracks that you certainly won't want to hear again! Aaron and Chris take you through a jour...

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Episode 21 - Eddie Trunk.mp3 from 2012-02-15T23:17:05

We’re very excited to bring you this week’s episode. Today, we give you our recent conversation with Eddie Trunk. Mostly known from That Metal Show on VH1 Classic, Eddie has a rich rock and metal h...

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Episode 20 - Radio Sucks Radio Show 4 from 2012-02-08T15:18

You just keep coming back to get your ears blasted and we thank you! Last week's Eric Carr episode really took off and we want to welcome all the new listeners. For the uninitiated, we try to mix t...

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Episode 19 - Eric Carr Discussion from 2012-02-02T04:25:11

A Sister’s Culminating Tribute&Mom’s a Groupie? In Episode 19 we chat with Loretta Caravello, sibling of the late, great Eric Carr of KISS fame.  Eric was taken way too early from the rock music ...

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Episode 18 - Top 6 Favorite Bassists from 2012-01-27T04:15:39

Where There’s a Will (&Enough Alcohol) There’s a Way For those of you that saw the post that was put up yesterday, you already know that Chris has had the week from hell and Aaron also had some ...

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Episode 17 - Van Halen Discussion from 2012-01-18T23:21:43

Diamond Dave&The Hype Machine For anyone living under a rock or not named Sammy Hagar, the hype surrounding the recently-released single and forthcoming album from Van Halen has sparked loads of ...

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Episode 15 - Do It Live! from 2012-01-05T13:07

It’s the New Style for the New Year You’ll notice a change immediately during the theme song; an abrupt belch which is a sign of something new. We’re giving this whole live recording thing a shot ...

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Episode 14 - Top 5 Early 90's Albums from 2011-12-14T05:26

We decided that we wanted to have a healthy dose of pissed-off listeners and were pretty sure that this episode is a prescription for just that. The early 1990s for us old folks that remember it wa...

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Episode 13 - Nashville X-TRA from 2011-12-03T17:50:45

We hope everyone is over their tryptophan-induced coma. Thanksgiving was a great time for us at the Decibel Geek Podcast. We had a lot to be thankful for this year. We launched the show this year a...

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Episode 12 - Radio Sucks Radio Show from 2011-11-18T05:05:16

Another new episode already?? I know, it’s hard to believe but we just might be figuring out this whole podcasting thing and we’ve tried to cut back on the crack smoking in order to get some new ma...

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Episode 11 - Russ Dwarf from 2011-11-09T13:25:01

We enter the month of November with a guest from the Great White North. Russ Dwarf has been entertaining audiences for nearly 30 years. Best known as one of the founding members of legendary Canadi...

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Episode 10 - Nashville Xtra2 from 2011-10-28T04:09:35

We’ve got a brand spankin’ new Nashville Xtra episode for ya jam-packed with some old interviews!  Really, it’s more exciting than we make it sound.  We start the show with Chris Czynszak&Aaron Cam...

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Episode 9 - Top 5 Non-Makeup Era KISS Songs from 2011-10-19T18:29

Another show centered around KISS? I know, you’re shocked. We’re fans. We love KISS. Deal with it. There will be lots of opportunity to discuss the merits of new, fresh bands like Britney Fox and P...

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Episode 8 - Nashville Xtra from 2011-10-01T22:54

We begin this week with an explanation of Aaron Camaro’s hobby of hanging out with big, beefy dudes that like to oil themselves up and roll around with each other. In other words, he’s involved in ...

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Episode 6-2 Rik Fox Interview from 2011-09-07T01:04:10

Rik Fox is a pioneer, artist, and has a unique perspective as an inside source of the rise of the American hard rock and heavy metal era of the 70s, 80s, and beyond. Rik witnessed the ascension of ...

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Episode 6-1 Rik Fox Interview from 2011-08-27T17:15

Rik Fox is a pioneer, artist, and has a unique perspective as an inside source of the rise of the American hard rock and heavy metal era of the 70s, 80s, and beyond. Rik witnessed the ascension of ...

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Episode 5-2 Vinnie Vincent Special - Part 2 from 2011-07-04T21:49

This segment of the show has more guests, more stories, and more buffoonery than Part 1. We start off with my update of how the Vinnie Vincent story helped put me in  print with a quote of mine bei...

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Episode 5-1 - Vinnie Vincent Special Part 1 from 2011-07-02T03:40

I think Hell has officially frozen over! This episode is a long time coming and I hope it will inform people that have always wondered "What the hell happened to Vinnie Vincent?"The show begins wi...

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Episode 4 - Top 5 Rock Documentaries from 2011-06-03T04:49

Piranah drummer and Jager afficianado Chris Higgins joins us for a Top 5 of epic proportions! This show features our takes on what we think are the best Rock Documentaries of all time! This list wa...

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Episode 3 - Concert Memories with Doogie Vance from 2011-05-14T06:58:44

Radio personality Doogie Vance drops by to talk about Concert Memories. We discuss the good, the band, and most definitely the ugly. You'll hear quips and anecdotes on such artists as Metallica, Le...

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Episode 2 - Dylan Kinney of Nashville Comedy Theater from 2011-05-04T02:01:34

Dylan Kinney of Nashville Comedy Theater contributes his sarcastic wit to our discussion of such rock news topics as Van Halen's recording process, Sammy Hagar's new book, Loverboy, Tom Cruise, and...

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Episode 1 - Mitch Lafon from 2011-04-20T02:23:05

In this first full-length episode of the Decibel Geek Podcast, host Chris Czynszak has an in-depth discussion with Bravewords.com Senior Writer Mitch Lafon. Topics of discussion range from Mitch's ...

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Episode Zero - Introduction from 2011-04-19T02:53

A quick introduction to the show giving the you an idea of what to expect from the show as well as background information on main host, Chris Czynszak. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megap...

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