Backstage Pass Radio
A podcast created to showcase local, national, and world-renowned musicians, resellers, and manufacturers on what is new and exciting as it relates to past and current projects. A podcast by the artist...for the artists!
Episodes
S11: E8: Eddie Wineland (UFC. WEC, Firefighter) - Firefighting After Fighting
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!SHOW SUMMARY:Date: October 7, 2026Name of Podcast: Backstage Pass RadioS11: E8: Eddie Wineland (UFC, WEC, Firefighter) - Firefighting After FightingSHOW SUMMARY:A lot of people talk about “never forget.” Eddie Wineland actually trains it into his body. Randy Hulsey sits down with the former UFC veteran and WEC bantamweight champion for a real catch-up that tu
S11: E7: Jayler (James Bartholomew & Tyler Arrowsmith) - Nostalgia and a Deep Purple Tour
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!SHOW SUMMARY:Date: September 23, 2026Name of Podcast: Backstage Pass RadioS11: E7: Jayler (James Bartholomew & Tyler Arrowsmith) - Nostalgia and a Deep Purple TourSHOW SUMMARY:Rock isn’t quiet, it’s just waiting for the right band to turn it back up. We sit down with James Bartholomew and Tyler Arrowsmith from UK rock band Jayler to talk about how a young
S11: E6: Jaron Gulino (Lynch Mob) Road Life & 4 Strings
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!SHOW SUMMARY:Date: September 9, 2026Name of Podcast: Backstage Pass RadioS11: E6: Jaron Gulino (Lynch Mob) Road Life & 4 StringsSHOW SUMMARY:Watching your hero from the crowd is one thing. Locking in beside them onstage, night after night, is something else entirely.I sit down with powerhouse bassist and tour manager Jaron Gulino, an East Coast native kno
S11: E5: Max Rios (Max Rios & The Waysiders) - Los Vatos Del Barrio
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!SHOW SUMMARY:Date: August 26th, 2026Name of Podcast: Backstage Pass RadioS11: E5: Max Rios (Max Rios & The Waysiders) - Los Vatos Del Barrio)SHOW SUMMARY:A lot of artists talk about “being real,” but Max Rios has actually built his whole musical life around it, even when the easier move was to chase someone else’s plan. We sit down face-to-face in the stu
S11: E4 - Bubba Westly - Truths, Songs, and Second Chances
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!SHOW SUMMARY:Date: August 12th, 2026Name of Podcast: Backstage Pass RadioS11: E4 - Bubba Westly - Truths, Songs, and Second ChancesSHOW SUMMARY:A song can be “good” for years and still not be ready for the world. Randy Hulsey sits down with Texas country artist Bubba Westly for an honest, boots-on-the-ground conversation about what actually builds a career wh
S11: E3: Jonathon "Boogie" Long - Courage In The Chaos
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!SHOW SUMMARY:Date: July 29, 2026Name of Podcast: Backstage Pass RadioS11: E3: Jonathon "Boogie" Long - Courage In The ChaosSHOW SUMMARY:A great guitar player can impress you in 10 seconds, but Jonathon “Boogie” Long is after something harder: a sound that tells the truth. Randy Hulsey talks with the Louisiana blues guitarist, singer, and songwriter
S11: E2: A.J. Vallejo - (Love & Chaos / Brody Lane / Vallejo - The Hustle Behind The Melody
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!SHOW SUMMARY:Date: July 15, 2026Name of Podcast: Backstage Pass RadioS11: E2: A.J. Vallejo - (Love & Chaos / Brody Lane / Vallejo - The Hustle Behind The MelodySHOW SUMMARY:The music industry loves a clean storyline: one band, one break, one big deal. A.J. Vallejo’s career is the opposite and that’s exactly why it works. From Vallejo to Love and Chaos to
S11: E1: Vern Vennard - Touring, Tones, and Toughness
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!SHOW SUMMARY:Date: July 8, 2026Name of Podcast: Backstage Pass RadioS11: E1: Vern Vennard - Touring, Tones, and ToughnessSHOW SUMMARY:A touring guitarist sells his house, moves to rural France, builds a recording studio, and finally feels momentum, then the world shuts down. That is where our conversation with Vern Vennard starts, and it only gets deeper from
S10: E10: Jovana Cubric - From War To Wisconsin
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!SHOW SUMMARY:Date: June 24, 2026Name of Podcast: Backstage Pass RadioS10: E10: Jovana Cubric - From War To WisconsinSHOW SUMMARY:War, immigration, and starting over are not the kind of topics we usually chase on a music podcast, but Jovana Cubric's story is too powerful to keep off the mic. We talk about her move to Sedona and why the outdoors feels like
S10: E9: Charlie Marie - From Rhode Island to the West
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!SHOW SUMMARY:Date: June 10, 2026Name of Podcast: Backstage Pass RadioS10: E9: Charlie Marie - From Rhode Island to the WestSHOW SUMMARY:A single comment from a vocal coach can change a life, especially when it points you toward the voice you were meant to sing with. I’m Randy Hulsey, and I sit down with classic country and Americana artist Charlie Marie to ta
S10: E8: Brad Gillis (Night Ranger / Ozzy Osbourne) - Where Ya Gonna Run To Now
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!SHOW SUMMARY:Date: May 27, 2026Name of Podcast: Backstage Pass RadioS10: E8: Brad Gillis (Night Ranger / Ozzy Osbourne) - Where Ya Gonna Run To NowSHOW SUMMARY:One phone call can redraw your whole life, especially when it comes from Sharon Osbourne and ends with Ozzy saying, “Go get your guitar.” We sit down with Brad Gillis, the legendary Night Ranger guitar
S10: E7: Ryan Roxie (Alice Cooper) - Shock Rock Guitar Life
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!SHOW SUMMARY:Date: April 15, 2026Name of Podcast: Backstage Pass RadioS10: E7: Ryan Roxie (Alice Cooper) - Shock Rock Guitar LifeSHOW SUMMARY:Shock rock looks wild from the crowd, but from the stage it’s a craft built on repetition, tone, and trust. We sit down with Ryan Roxie, guitarist in the Alice Cooper band, to get the real behind-the-scenes view of what
S10: E6: John Gentry - Serving The Song & The Country
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!SHOW SUMMARY:Date: April 3, 2026Name of Podcast: Backstage Pass RadioS10: E6: John Gentry - Country With A Combat HeartSHOW SUMMARY:He jokes about sneaking a new guitar past his spouse, then pivots into something heavier: what it means to carry heartbreak, discipline, and memory into a Texas country song. We’re joined by rising artist John Gentry from Willis,
S10: E5: Denny Somach - Getting the Led Out!
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: March 11, 2026Name of Podcast: Backstage Pass RadioS10: E5: Denny Somach - Getting the Led Out!SHOW SUMMARY:What if the biggest band in the world won by saying no? Author and hall of fame broadcaster Denny Somach joins us to unpack how Led Zeppelin rewrote the rules—refusing singles, skipping TV, guarding the studio—and still built a global legend on th
S10: E4: Avery Kern - Rooftops, Roots, And A Rescue Dog
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: February 25, 2026Name of Podcast: Backstage Pass RadioS10: E4: Avery Kern - Rooftops, Roots, And A Rescue DogSHOW SUMMARY:Some stories sneak up on you from the rooftop. That’s where we reconnect with Americana artist Avery Kern, whose voice moves from honeyed hush to gravel edge and whose songs hold the kind of honesty you feel in your ribs. We chart he
S10: E3: Kendra Erika - Behind The Bond
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: February 111, 2026Name of Podcast: Backstage Pass RadioS10: E3: Kendra Erika - Behind The BondSHOW SUMMARY:A standing ovation at a Boca Raton restaurant set the stage for a career that would span club anthems, jazz standards, and a daring reinvention shaped by risk and timing. We sit down with Kendra Erika—multiple Billboard Dance Club #1 artist—to map
S10: E2: Earl Slick (David Bowie / John Lennon) - The Six String Saga
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: January 21, 2026Name of Podcast: Backstage Pass RadioS10: E2: Earl Slick (David Bowie / John Lennon) - The Six String SagaSHOW SUMMARY:The guitar can talk if you let it. That’s the lesson Earl Slick brings to the table—equal parts groove, grit, and a sharp sense of what a song really needs. We sat down to trace his path from Little League dreams to stag
S10: E1: Austin Ingerman (Gunshine) - Firepower in the Sunshine State
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: January 7, 2026Name of Podcast: Backstage Pass RadioS10: E1: Austin Ingerman (Gunshine) - Gunshine From Sunshine StateSHOW SUMMARY:Big riffs, big hooks, zero apologies. That’s the energy we chase with guitarist and songwriter Austin Ingerman of Gunshine, a Florida-born player who balances swagger with sharp songcraft. From Daytona beginnings to LA’s Mus
S9: E11: Kendall Beard (Love & Chaos) - When Grit Meets Grace
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: December 17, 2025Name of Podcast: Backstage Pass RadioS9: E11: Kendall Beard (Love & Chaos) - When Grit Meets GraceSHOW SUMMARY:The story starts on Texas backroads and winds through Opry houses, a teen pop deal, and a reality TV spotlight before landing in an Austin room where sparks fly. Kendall Beard joins us to share how that winding path led to
S9: E10: dUg Pinnick (Kings X / Grinder Blues) Motown Roots to Metal Truths
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: November 26, 2025Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioS9: E10: dUg Pinnick (Kings X / Grinder Blues) Motown Roots to Metal TruthsSHOW SUMMARY:A voice that can shake a room and a bass tone you can feel in your ribs—dUg Pinnick of King’s X joins us for a candid, wide-open conversation about art, survival, and building a sound that refuses the mold. From a
S9: E9: Annika Catharina - Finding A Voice After The Fall
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: November 5, 2025Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioS9: E9: Annika Catharina - Finding A Voice After The FallSHOW SUMMARY:The high you chase onstage feels different after you’ve had to fight for your voice. That’s where our conversation with Canadian country artist Annika Catharina begins: a moped crash in Southeast Asia, a shattered jaw, months of sil
S9: E8: Jim Odom (LeRoux) - The Presonus Matermind
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: October 18, 2025Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioS9: E8: Jim Odom (LeRoux) - The Presonus MatermindSHOW SUMMARY:Ever wonder how a touring guitarist becomes a tech founder, sells to Fender, then jumps right back into producing records? That’s the arc we trace with Jim Odom—guitarist for Louisiana’s LeRoux and co‑founder of Presonus—who opens up about
S9: E7 - Russ DeLeon (Miracles / Double Vision) - Sticks & Kicks
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: October 3, 2025Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioS9: E7 - Russ DeLeon - Sticks & KicksSHOW SUMMARY:The visual timekeeper sits back on his throne, reflecting on a life measured in beats, fills, and grooves. "Every show I ask myself what am I doing?" confesses Russ DeLeon, drummer for tribute bands Double Vision and Miracles. "I shou
S9: E6: Ron "Bumblefoot" Thal (Guns & Roses, Sons of Apollo, Art of Anarchy) - Guitar Wizardry Unleashed
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: September 17, 2025Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioS9: E6: Ron "Bumblefoot" Thal (Guns & Roses, Asia, Sons of Apollo, Art of Anarchy) - Guitar Wizardry UnleashedSHOW SUMMARY:Guitar virtuoso Ron "Bumblefoot" Thal takes us behind the curtain of his creative process, sharing the fascinating story of his latest instrumental albu
S9: E5: Little Bihlman (John Fogerty, Jelly Roll, GrinderBlues) - Sonic Evolution
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: September 3, 2025Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioS9: E5: Little Bihlman (John Fogerty, Jelly Roll, Grinder Blues) - Sonic EvolutionSHOW SUMMARY:Ever wonder what happens when a multi-instrumentalist with four Emmy Awards decides to channel Pink Floyd through a modern rock lens? Little Bihlman's upcoming album "Heavy Head" answers that
S9: E4: Lee Newton - Standing in the Circle
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: August 20, 2025Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioS9: E4: Lee Newton- Standing in the CircleSHOW SUMMARY:When Lee Newton's father told his young daughter she would one day stand on the Grand Ole Opry stage while he watched from the front row, neither could have imagined how prophetically those words would manifest. Fast forward decades later to L
S9: E3: Rod Roddy (LeRoux)- The Cajun Swampers
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: August 6, 2025Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioS9: E3: Rod Roddy (LeRoux)- The Cajun SwampersSHOW SUMMARY:Pull up a chair on the bayou as Rod Roddy, founding member and keyboard master of Louisiana rock legends LeRoux, opens his home and memory vault for an intimate conversation about a musical journey spanning five decades.The humble piano player w
S9: E2 - Mary Kutter - From Bootlegging to Nashville
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: July 23, 2025Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioS9: E2 - Mary Kutter - From Bootlegging to NashvilleSHOW SUMMARY:What does it take to stand out in the crowded Nashville music scene? For Mary Kutter, it's about being the splash of red paint on a wall of white—creating music that cuts through the noise with authenticity and purpose. Born and raise
S9: E1: Kristen Kelly - Silence Finds Its Voice
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: July 9, 2025Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioS9: E1: Kristen Kelly - Silence Finds Its VoiceSHOW SUMMARY:Meet Kristen Kelly, the knife-carrying Texas singer-songwriter whose journey from small-town volleyball player to Nashville recording artist defies all expectations. In this raw and revealing conversation, Kristen takes us behind the music to sha
S8: E10: Rikki Rockett (Poison) - Greatest Hits and Hardest Battles
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: June 35, 2025Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioS8: E10: Rikki Rockett (Poison) - Greatest Hits and Hardest BattlesSHOW SUMMARY:What happens when death stares you in the face, and you not only survive but thrive? Rikki Rockett, the original drummer of hair metal legends Poison, takes us on an extraordinary journey through his remarkable life both on a
S8: E9: Liz Spencer - From Silence to Stage
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: June 11, 2025Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioS8: E9: Liz Spencer - From Silence to StageSHOW SUMMARY:"My ability in music kind of made me stand out," reveals singer-songwriter Liz Spencer in this candid conversation about finding her musical identity. From playing melodies by ear on a toy piano at age four to becoming a full-time musician
S8: E6: Graham Bonnet & Beth-Ami Heavenstone - The Legend and the Forever Friend
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: May 28, 2025Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioS8: E6: Graham Bonnet & Beth-Ami Heavenstone - The Legend and the Forever FriendSHOW SUMMARY:Rock legend Graham Bonnet and bassist/manager Beth-Ami Heavenstone invite listeners into their world for an intimate conversation about music, recovery, and what's next for the Graham Bonnet Band. Fresh f
S8: E5: Lorraine Lewis - (Femme Fatale / Vixen) - Sunset Strip Survivor
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: April 30, 2025Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioS8: E5: Lorraine Lewis - (Femme Fatale / Vixen) - Sunset Strip SurvivorSHOW SUMMARY:From jumping out of classroom windows in Albuquerque to commanding stages worldwide, Lorraine Lewis embodies the fearless spirit of rock 'n' roll in its purest form. In this candid, high-energy conversation, th
S8: E4: Julia Lage (Bass Player - Vixen / Smith/Kotzen) A Magnificent Musical Migration
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: April 2, 2025Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioS8: E4: Julia Lage (Bass Player - Vixen / Smith/Kotzen) A Magnificent Musical MigrationSHOW SUMMARY:Julia Lage's musical journey crosses oceans, genres, and expectations. The current touring bassist for iconic all-female rock band Vixen opens up about her unexpected path from classical beginnings to
S8 E3: Holly Knight - (Hall of Fame Singer, Songwriter, Musician, Author) - I Am The Warrior
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: March 12, 2025Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioS8 E3: Holly Knight - (Hall of Fame Singer, Songwriter, Musician, Author) - I Am The WarriorSHOW SUMMARY:Meet Holly Knight, the songwriting force behind some of the most iconic rock and pop anthems of all time. From "Love is a Battlefield" to "The Best," Holly crafted lyrics and melo
S8: E2: Sadie Williams (The Kaleidoscope Project / The Skinz) - Keeping Live Music Alive
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: January 29, 2025Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioS8: E2: Sadie Williams (The Kaleidoscope Project / The Skinz) - Keeping Live Music AliveSHOW SUMMARY:Join us as we welcome Sadie Williams, a phenomenal guitarist from Houston, who's been nominated for Best Local Guitarist at the 8th Annual SLM Awards. Sadie takes us on a sonic journey from her
S8: E1: - Phil Soussan (Ozzy Osbourne / Billy Idol / Last In Line) - Rock Legends & New Horizons
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: January 15, 2025Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioS8: E1: - Phil Soussan (Ozzy Osbourne / Billy Idol / Last In Line) - Rock Legends & New HorizonsSHOW SUMMARY:Legendary bassist Phil Soussan, renowned for his iconic work with Ozzy Osbourne and Billy Idol, joins us to share captivating stories from his remarkable career. From his unforgettable audi
S7: E11: Paul Dyck - A Tale of Canadian Roots and Texan Ice
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: December 11, 2024Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioS7: E11: Paul Dyck - A Tale of Canadian Roots and Texan Ice SHOW SUMMARY:Join me, Randy Hulsey, as we explore the untold stories of hockey with the remarkable Paul Dyck, who takes us back to his days with the Houston Aeros in the 90s. Experience the surprising growth of hockey in a warm city like Hou
S7: E:10 - America (Gerry Beckley & Dewey Bunnell) - From London Roots to Global Fame
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: November 27, 2024Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioS7: E:10 - America (Gerry Beckley & Dewey Bunnell) - From London Roots to Global Fame SHOW SUMMARY:Get ready for an unforgettable conversation with the legendary musicians Gerry Beckley and Dewey Bunnell from the iconic band America. Join us as we journey back to their formative years in London
S7: E8: Will Banister - Echoes of Nashville and New Mexico
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: november 13, 2024Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioS7: E8: Will Banister - Echoes of Nashville and New MexicoSHOW SUMMARY:Ever wondered how a musician crafts a successful career while staying true to their roots in a small town? Join us for a fascinating conversation with singer-songwriter Will Banister from Portales, New Mexico. With a following of
S7: E7: Carmine Appice (Vanilla Fudge, Rod Stewart, Ozzy Ozbourne) - Mastermind Behind Modern Rock Drumming
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: October 30, 2024Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioS7: E7: Carmine Appice (Vanilla Fudge, Rod Stewart, Ozzy Ozbourne) - Mastermind Behind Modern Rock Drumming SHOW SUMMARY:Legendary drummer Carmine Appice invites us into his world of rock drumming, sharing captivating stories from his celebrated career with bands like Vanilla Fudge, King Cobra, and Ro
S7: E6: Payton Riley: Crafting Songs and Shaping Dreams
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: September 18th, 2024Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioS7: E6: Payton Riley: Crafting Songs and Shaping Dreams SHOW SUMMARY:Do you ever wonder what sparks the journey of a young artist? Meet Payton Riley, the sensational singer-songwriter from Montgomery, Texas, whose musical odyssey began with voice lessons at just seven years old. Listen as Payton
S7: E5: Guy Mezger (UFC, PRIDE, Pancrase) Transforming Turbulence into Triumph
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: September 3rd, 2024Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioS7: E5: S7: E5: Guy Mezger (UFC, PRIDE, Pancrase) Transforming Turbulence into TriumphSHOW SUMMARY:Ever wondered how a relentless pursuit of passion can shape one's life? Get ready for an inspiring conversation with decorated combat sport fighter, Guy Mezger, as he shares the extraordinary jou
S7: E3: Mandoki Soulmates - Journey of Musical Freedom & Innovation
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: August 14th, 2024Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioS7: E3: Mandoki Soulmates (Tony Carey & Leslie Mandoki) - Journey of Musical Freedom & InnovationSHOW SUMMARY:What happens when a political refugee finds freedom through music and forms a supergroup with some of the world's most talented musicians? Join us on this episode of Backstage Pa
S7: E2: Zebra (Randy Jackson & Felix Hanemann) - Zebra's 50-Year Journey
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: July 17th, 2024Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioS7: E2: Zebra (Randy Jackson & Felix Hanemann) - Zebra's 50-Year JourneySHOW SUMMARY:What if you could witness the evolution of a legendary rock band from their early days to navigating the digital age? Join Randy Jackson and Felix Hanemann of Zebra, along with our special co-host Dayna Steele
S7: E1: Dead Man's Hand - Tales From Dead Man's Hand
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: July 10th, 2024Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioS7: E1: Dead Man's Hand - Tales From Dead Man's HandSHOW SUMMARY:Ever wondered how a rock band evolves over the years, from their formation to their current lineup? Trey Gadler and John Adams from Dead Man's Hand take us through their journey, sharing fascinating stories about their band
S6: E10: Kardang - The Pride of Norway
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: June 25, 2024Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioEpisode Title and Number: S6: E10: Kardang - The Pride of NorwaySHOW SUMMARY:What happens when the icy winds of southern Norway meet the scorching heat of Houston, Texas? Join us on Backstage Pass Radio as we catch up with Chris Williams and Jonkus from Kardang, the Norwegian rock band that's shakin
S6: E9: Bill Brown (Houston Astros Hall of Fame Broadcaster - Voices of the Game
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: May 29, 2024 Name of podcast: Backstage Pass Radio Episode title and number: S6: E9: Bill Brown (Houston Astros Hall of Fame Broadcaster - Voices of the GameSHOW SUMMARY:My neighbor and Hall of Fame sportscaster Bill Brown, "Brownie," steps up to the mic, not for play-by-play, but for a heart-to-heart on his 30-year love affair with sports bro
S6: E8: Dayna Steele (Radio DJ - 101 KLOL) Amplifying Life with the Voice of Rock
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: April 24, 2024 Name of podcast: Backstage Pass Radio Episode title and number: S6 : E8: Dayna Steele (Radio DJ - 101 KLOL) Amplifying Life with the Voice of RockBIO:Dayna Steele electrifies our latest episode, sharing the raw and untamed journey of her life in rock radio and beyond. The airwaves buzz with her stories of scaling the heights from an ambit
S6: E7: Adam Hood - From Opelika to the Opry
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: April 24, 2024 Name of podcast: Backstage Pass Radio Episode title and number: S6 : E7: Adam Hood - From Opelika to the Opry BIO:Stepping onto the Grand Ole Opry stage is a dream etched deep in the heart of any country musician, and in our latest heart-to-heart with the incomparable Adam Hood, that moment comes to life. As we sit down with the Alabama n
S6 : E6: Dan Smalley - Ballads of the Bayou
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: April 12,, 2024 Name of podcast: Backstage Pass Radio Episode title and number: S6 : E6: Dan Smalley - Ballads of the Bayou BIO:Dan Smalley may just now be making a name for himself, but he already sings with the voice of experience. And he’s got the bullet scars to prove it. The Alaska native who came of age in Shreveport, Louisiana, sings his confessi
S6: E5: Con Delo (Hindley Street Country Club) - From Adelaide's Alleys to Global Stages
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Joining me on the airwaves of Backstage Pass Radio is none other than the remarkable Con Delo, founder and maestro bassist of the Hindley Street Country Club. We wade through the melodic waters of Con's past, where a fusion of Macedonian and Greek influences concocted a profound love for the soulful rhythms of Motown and American classics. His tale is on
S6: E4: Ned Evett - The Multidimensional World of a Guitarist
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: March 13, 2024 Name of podcast: Backstage Pass Radio Episode title and number: S6: E4: Ned Evett - The Multidimensional World of a Guitarist The return of Ned Evett, the fretless guitar maestro, marks a special moment as we travel through his recent move to the West Coast and the tales from his experience at Joe Satriani's G4 guitar camp. This ep
S6: E3: Susan Hickman: An Odyssey of Sound and Soul
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!When the strings of Susan Hickman's guitar resonate, they tell a story deeper than the melodies they create. Join us as we sit down with the adept singer-songwriter at Crystal Vision studio, where Susan unfolds the narrative of her life in music, from her initial steps guided by a mother's old guitar to the mastery of the Nashville number system. He
S6: E2: Jesse Roach - Strings of the Soul
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: January 17, 2024Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioEpisode title and number: S6: E2: Jesse Roach - Strings of the SoulI had the pleasure of sitting down with the fiercely talented Jesse Roach, a singer-songwriter whose Texas roots and vibrant energy captivate from the first chord. As we shared stories, she brought the studio to life with "Girls f
S6: E1: Shane Smith ( Shane Smith & The Saints) From Texas Roots to 'Yellowstone' Fame
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!As the tour bus rolled into Tacoma, we grabbed a moment with Shane Smith, frontman of Shane Smith & the Saints, amidst the backdrop of a bustling tour schedule. Shane unpacks the journey of their musical grind, from the humbling beginnings in Terrell, Texas, to the moment their tunes echoed through the scenes of "Yellowstone," sparking a wildfir
S5: E14: Sam Banks - (Craig Morgan) Local Gigs to Legendary Stages
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: December 27, 2023Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioEpisode title and number: S5: E14: Sam Banks - (Craig Morgan) Local Gigs to Legendary StagesBIO:From a local club in Grain Valley to the neon glow of Nashville, Sam's guitar has strummed the chords of an incredible journey. As he sits down with us, his tale unfolds, revealing the grit behind the
S5: E13: Ted Poley (Danger Danger, Tokyo Motor Fist) - Melodies & Animal Rights Mission
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: December 20, 2023Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioEpisode title and number: S5: E13: Ted Poley (Danger Danger, Tokyo Motor Fist) - Melodies & Animal Rights MissionBIO:Have you ever wondered about the journey of a musician who reinvents himself, not just in his craft but in his mission? Ted Poley, acclaimed for his versatile musical talent and de
S5: E11: Ron "Bumblefoot" Thal (Guns & Roses, Asia, Art of Anarchy, Sons of Apollo, Whom Gods Destroy) - Tremolos & Thimbles - PART 2
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: December 8, 2023Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioEpisode title and number: S5: E11: Ron "Bumblefoot" Thal (Guns & Roses, Asia, Art of Anarchy, Sons of Apollo, Whom Gods Destroy) - Tremolos & Thimbles - PART 2BIO:Step into the world of Ron "Bumblefoot" Thal, revered guitar virtuoso, and journey with us through his illustri
S5: E11: Ron "Bumblefoot" Thal (Guns & Roses, Asia, Art of Anarchy, Sons of Apollo, Whom Gods Destroy) - Tremolos & Thimbles - PART 1
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: November 29, 2023Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioEpisode title and number: S5: E11: Ron "Bumblefoot" Thal (Guns & Roses, Asia, Art of Anarchy, Sons of Apollo, Whom Gods Destroy) - Tremolos & Thimbles - PART 1BIO:Step into the world of Ron "Bumblefoot" Thal, revered guitar virtuoso, and journey with us through his illustr
S5: E10: Scot "Little" Bihlman - An Anthology of Musical Triumphs
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: November 8, 2023Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioEpisode title and number: S5: E10: Scot "Little" Bihlman - An Anthology of Musical TriumphsBIO:From the glitz of Las Vegas to the hallowed halls of the Musician’s Institute in Los Angeles, we take you on a sonic journey with the multi-talented, four-time Emmy Award winner, Scot "Little&
S5: E9: Faith Lee - Reaching For The Stars
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: October 25, 2023Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioEpisode title and number: S5: E9 - Faith Lee - Reaching For The StarsBIO:Faith Lee is a singer songwriter from Sugar Land, TX. Faith has been performing as a singer since the age of five and she has accomplished much despite her young age.At the age of seven, she was the youngest to perform in the Ch
S5: E8 - Dave Roe (Johnny Cash, Dwight Yoakum, John Mellencamp, Jerry Reed, Chet Atkins) - The Legacy Lives On
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: October 11, 2023Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioEpisode title and number: S5: E8 - Dave Roe (Johnny Cash, Dwight Yoakum, John Mellencamp, Jerry Reed, Chet Atkins) - The Legacy Lives OnBIO:Born David Roe Rorick, bassist/vocalist/songwriter Dave Roe grew up in Hawaii and started playing bass in funk and R&B bands in the late ’60s and ’70s. After
S5: E7: Christopher Anton - (Information Society, Mr. Wonderful) - Wonderful Society Modes
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: September 20, 2023Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioEpisode title and number: S5: E7 - Christopher Anton (Information Society, Mr. Wonderful) - Wonderful Society ModesBIO:Genesis of Sound II, Available Sept. 17thInternational synthpop artist christopher ANTON announces Genesis of Sound II. The new fully remastered singles collection is slated for re
S5: E6: Ron Taylor (Lowside, Taylor-DeLatte, Lillian Axe, Stiff) - The High Notes of Lowside
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: Se[tember 6, 2023Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioEpisode title and number: S5: E6 - Ron Taylor (Lowside, Taylor-DeLatte, Lillian Axe, Stiff) - The High Notes of LowsideBIO:Lowside hails from Dallas, TX and it's members are all veterans of not only the DFW music scene but of the national music scene. Ron Taylor was the singer for Lillian Axe a
S5: E5: Qwynn - Nothing But Time
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: August 30, 2023Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioEpisode title and number: S5: E5 - Qwynn - Nothing But TimeBIO:Qwynn is a Nashville-based artist, singer/songwriter originally from Cleveland Ohio. Growing up, she was a competitive figure skater until a knee injury forced her to stop competing at age 10. Turning defeat into victory, Qwynn took her lo
S5: E4 - Paul Noyola - East Texas Pickin and Patroling
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: August 23, 2023Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioEpisode title and number: S5: E4 - Paul Noyola - East Texas Pickin and PatrolingBIO:Around 13 years old, I taught myself to play guitar - singing my favorite tunes comforted me during a tumultuous time in my life. Within a year, I began writing songs and performing at events around East Texas. In 199
S5: E3: Jess Ward (Cirque Du Soleil, Atomic Saloon Show, This Is Kayos) & Andrew Diessner (Atomic Saloon, Almost Criminal, Reckless In Vegas) - Atomic Duo in Sin City
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: August 9, 2023Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioEpisode title and number: S5: E3 - Jess Ward (Cirque Du Soleil, Atomic Saloon Show, This Is Kayos) & Andrew Diessner (Atomic Saloon, Almost Criminal, Reckless In Vegas) - Atomic Duo in Las VegasSponsor Link:WWW.ECOTRIC.COMWWW.SIGNAD.COMWWW.RUNWAYAUDIO.COMBackstage Pass Radio Social Media Handles:Fa
S5: E2: Stoney Curtis (Stoney Curtis Band / Count's 77) - Leads Hotter Than Desert Sands
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: July 26, 2023Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioEpisode title and number: S5: E2 - Stoney Curtis - (Stoney Curtis Band / Count’s 77) - Leads Hotter Than Dessert SandsArtist Bio -The Stoney Curtis Band is a Las Vegas heavy blues rock/acid blues experience.They are guitarist/singer Stoney Curtis, bassist Barry Barnes, and drummer/percussionist Shon McK
S5: E1 - Russ Dwarf (Killer Dwarfs) - The Pride of the Canadian Side
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: July 12, 2023Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioEpisode title and number: S5: E1 - Russ Dwarf - Killer Dwarfs - The Pride of the Canadian SideArtist Bio -Killer Dwarfs (stylized as KiLLeR DWaRfS) is a Canadian hard rock band that formed in late 1981 in Oshawa, Ontario, and enjoyed moderate success in their native Canada in the 1980s. The band is know
S4: E18: Zak Perry - Waking Up The Vultures
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: June 21, 2023Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioEpisode title and number: S4: E18 - Zak Perry - Waking Up The VulturesArtist Bio -Zak Perry is an author, composer, guitarist, and performer from Texas based in North of France, where he registered his 13th album « Waking Up The Vultures ».Native from Missouri, Zak Perry was heading for a beautiful pro
S4: E17: Dave Schulz (Goo Goo Dolls, Berlin, Wang Chung, Fastball) - The Grand Funkster of the Funk Dolls
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: June 7, 2023Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioEpisode title and number: S4: E17: Dave Schulz (Goo Goo Dolls, Berlin, Wang Chung / Fastball) - The Grand Funkster of the Funk DollsArtist Bio -Dave Schulz is an American keyboardist, vocalist, producer, composer and recording artist well known for his live and studio work with a wide range of notable ar
S4: E16 - Jefferson "Zuma Jay" Wagner - Surf, Sand, and the Marlboro Man
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: May 24, 2023Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioEpisode title and number: S4: E16 - Jefferson "Zuma Jay" Wagner - Surf, Sand, and the Marlboro ManArtist Bio -Jay was first elected to the Malibu City Council in 2008 and has served two rotations as Mayor. He’s an avid surfer, designs surfboards, and is the long-time owner of the Zuma Jay Surf
S4: E15: - Season Ammons - Steel Hearts in Gruene Texas
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: May 10, 2023Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioEpisode title and number: S4: E15 - Season Ammons - Steel Hearts in Gruene TexasArtist Bio -With a voice as distinguishable and versatile as her name, Season Ammons is an award-winning songwriter, vocalist, and multi-instrumentalist, blending soulful blues with Texas roots and Americana. Ammons' m
S4: E14: Savannah Rae - A Voice So Rare With Tejano Flare
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: April 26, 2023Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioEpisode title and number: S4: E14 - Savannah Rae - A Voice So Rare With Tejano FlareArtist Bio -Savannah Rae is an all-American country singer-songwriter who proudly hails from San Antonio, Texas. Born into a music and arts-loving family, Savannah’s own journey to becoming a fast-rising entertainer an
S4: E13: Perry Richardson - (Stryper / Firehouse) - In God We Trust
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: April 14, 2023Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioEpisode title and number: S4: E13 - Perry Richardson (Stryper / Firehouse) - In God We TrustArtist Bio -Perry Richardson is an American bass guitarist who played in FireHouse until 2000 and is currently the bassist of Stryper.Perry Richardson graduatedConway High School in Conway, South Carolina and we
S4: E12: Matt Sebastian - (Matt Sebastian Band) - The Names Have All Changed
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: April 12, 2023Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioEpisode title and number: S4: E12 - Matt Sebastian (Matt Sebastian Band) - The Names Have All ChangedArtist Bio -After taking a 12-year hiatus from playing bass guitar in regional bands, Matt Sebastian made his solo debut in 2021. He spent his time away raising a family and focusing on his career but a
S4: E11 - Chad Hedrick (5 Time Olympic Medalist in Speed Skating / Real Estate Entrepreneur) - From Gold To Sold
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: April 5, 2023Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioEpisode title and number: S4: E11 - Chad Hedrick (5 Time Olypic Medalist in Speed Skating / Real Estate Entrepreneur) - From Gold To SoldArtist Bio -Chad Hedrick (born April 17, 1977) is an American inline speed skater and ice speed skater. He was born in Spring, Texas.Hedrick revolutionized the inline
S4: E10 - Eliot Lewis (Hall & Oates / Average White Band) - Just A Bump In The Road
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: March 29, 2023Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioEpisode title and number: S4: E10 - Eliot Lewis (Hall & Oates / Average White Band) - Just A Bump In The RoadArtist Bio - A singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist, Eliot Lewis has toured the world over as a member of the Daryl Hall & John Oates band, as well as a former member of The Ave
S4: E9: Beth-Ami Heavenstone - (Graham Bonnet Band, Hardly Dangerous) - Rock Stars & Bass Guitars
Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: March 22, 2023Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioEpisode title and number: S4: E9: Beth-Ami Heavenstone (Graham Bonnet Band, Hardly Dangerous) - Rock Stars & Bass GuitarsArtist Bio -A talented writer, musician, world traveler, and bassist for the Graham Bonnet Band.I caught up with Beth-Ami in her home in the greater Los Angeles area and we discu
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