Lancer's Lounge (Backstage & Unfiltered)
Lance Hale is talking with celebrities, listeners, local musicians, and clients about their best concert memories and their best rock star encounters.
- Update frequency
- every 10 days
- Average duration
- 33 minutes
- Episodes
- 37
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
Arejay of Halestorm
Back in 2013, a band called Halestorm came through the North Country and rocked the gymnasium at JCC. And drummer, Arejay, did what calls, ‘creating a moment’, by wearing the tie of a fan that came b…
Joe Harley
For episode 36, I revisit my musical past, when I was part of the band scene… & my peers at the time. There were so many amazing bands. We thought we were part of the next Seattle. But sadly, it wasn…
Scott Stapp
Scott Stapp & Creed, when they emerged, I thought… I’ll see these guys in a club. They’ll back my way. & I missed them. They opened for a local band, this was pre-the release of ‘My Own Prison’. I’m …
Amy Lee of Evanescence
I first started programming radio stations back in 2002. It was an Alternative station in Louisville, KY. Whilst there, I had a privilege to meet & talk with Amy Lee of Evanescence. They also perform…
Ronnie Vegas
Ronnie Vegas for episode 33. Ronnie is the ultimate go getter. Not sure I’ve ever seen someone work harder, in trying to promote and market his band. He understood what he needed to do and he did it.…
Ryan Hardy
Part of what I like about this iteration of my podcast, is I don’ feel boxed in. The centerpiece is music, but it’s from all angles. For this, particular angle, I get the chance to chat with my frien…
Gary Hoey
For episode 31, I get to go deep with one of the 100 greatest guitar players on the planet. A man who auditioned over the phone for Ozzy Osbourne. That audition, by the way got him flown to LA for an…
Gil Moore of Triumph
Taking a trip back in time for my next chat, episode 30. Gil Moore of Triumph. They had such a memorable live show, ahead of the times in regards to lighting and pyrotechnics. And they were one of th…
Scot McCracken
My guest for episode 29, Scot McCracken, gives us all insight on the management side of things, for this crazy music biz. Scot grew up around music as his dad was a big time session player. We'll tal…
Rudy Sarzo
In episode 28 with Rudy Sarzo (Quiet Riot, Ozzy Osbourne, Whitesnake), one of the most respected bass players from the hair band era, we explore his musical roots, growing up in Miami and listening t…
Celebrating the Music of Northern New York | Part 2
Episodes 27, part two of my 3-1-5 month interview collection, celebrating (once again) the music of Northern NY. For part two, I get to talk with Tony Long Toes, Qoury Haven In the Universe, the Shoa…
Celebrating the Music of Northern New York
Episodes 26 & 27, two peas in a pod, it is a collection of all of the interviews from 3-1-5 month, celebrating the music of Northern NY. For part one, I get to talk with Kickstand, Ryan Hardy, Larry …
Bret Michaels and Don Dokken
Revisiting my youth (and a couple of past interviews/archived) for this next, double your pleasure, double your fun, episode 25. Letting my hair down and breaking out the, hair… it’s all about the ha…
Carolina Chuck
For episode 24. it's back to the North Country and someone who captivated us with his southern charm. Carolina Chuck exudes a genuine charm that was embraced by locals. He has since moved back to be …
Chris Daughtry
Been a fan of this next guy, in episode 23, for a long time. The only voice that could suck me into a reality singing show... Chris Daughtry. In this episode we touch (ever so slightly) on American I…
Daniel Oliver
In episode 22, Lancer gets to talk with Daniel Oliver of the band Nothing More. As Nothing More preps to go out on the road to tour in 2025, Daniel takes the time to talk the early years . We talking…
Wrestling Extravaganza
Episode 21 is all about wrestling. I have had the chance to talk to many a wrestler, over the years, most recently, Elijah and Drew Gulak this past week… and in this episode, I will also share some k…
James & Oliver Phelps, Jerry Horton, & Jake from Autumn Kings
Episode 20 & for this trip, we have 3 interviews to tackle. Busy week. I talk with James & Oliver Phelps, who play the Weasley Twins from the Harry Potter movies (they have a baking show coming up). …
Rob Baker of the Tragically Hip
Episode 19, & for the North Country, for our Canadian fans, it might not get bigger. Rob Baker of the Tragically Hip. They are only the biggest band to come out of Canada. And Rob Baker was amazing, …
Jasyn Griffin
For episode 18... In episode 18, Lancer stays local, talking with Lowville rock star, Jasyn Griffin. The man is a rock star in more ways than one. He’s the wizard behind the curtain at the Cream Chee…