Rock n Roll Chicago Podcast
The Rock n Roll Chicago Podcast is a weekly podcast that interviews bands and musicians from the Chicago area. The podcast is hosted by Ray Bernadisius ("Ray the Roadie") and Mike Metoyer ("Hollywood Mike" of Cadillac Groove, Mike & The Stillmasters). The podcast covers a wide range of topics, including the history of rock n roll in Chicago, the current state of the scene, and the challenges and opportunities facing musicians today.
Founded in 2019 by Ray the Roadie and Paul Martin, the two co-hosted the show until 2022. In 2023 Ray was joined by Mike Metoyer as the new show co-host.
The Rock n Roll Chicago Podcast is a great resource for fans of rock n roll and musicians alike. The podcast is informative, entertaining, and inspiring. It is a must-listen for anyone who loves rock n roll and wants to learn more about the Chicago music scene.
Here are some of the things you can expect to hear on the Rock n Roll Chicago Podcast:
Interviews with bands and musicians from the Chicago area
Discussions about the history of rock n roll in Chicago
Information about upcoming concerts and events
Tips and advice for musicians
And much more!
If you're a fan of rock n roll, or if you're just curious about the Chicago music scene, then you need to check out the Rock n Roll Chicago Podcast. You can find the podcast on iTunes, Spotify, and other major podcast platforms.
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The Rock n Roll Chicago Podcast is edited by Paul Martin.
Theme song courtesy of M&R Rush.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 46 minutes
- Episodes
- 256
- Years Active
- 2019 - 2025
Ep 36 The Millennials
The Millennials have checked many boxes on their to-do list in just a few short years. Hearts full of music provide the counterweight to a story driven by hard work and ambition.
The si…
Ep 35 Electric Avenue
Electric Avenue features music from the 60's until today! Joining Paul & Ray are Ron Romero (bass, vocals), Jimmy Herter (guitar, sax, flute, vocals) and Dean Schuldt (guitar & vocals).
Ep 34 Burning Bridges
A classic to current rock cover band out of the southwest suburbs of Chicago. Join Paul and Ray as they talk with Bob Bostanche (drums and percussion) and Debra Sweet (bass and vocals).
Ep 33 - Joel Hoekstra
Orland Park. IL native, guitarist Joel Hoekstra currently plays for Whitesnake, Trans Siberian Orchestra and Cher. Joel is also well-known for his time with Night Ranger, the Broadway s…
Ep 32 EZFM
Do you enjoy the contemporary "soft rock" hits from the 70's and 80's? With EZFM you will experience the nostalgia, and be transported back in time, where memories of your youth will b…
Ep 31 Johnny Russler and the Beach Bum Band
We have a severe case of cabin fever and needed a tropical getaway. Johnny Russler & the Beach Bum Band combine the sounds of Trop Rock, Reggae, Surf, and Calypso by pouring great origi…
Ep 30 Freewheelin'
Season 2 starts off with a conversation with the members of Freewheelin'. A local band, started in 1973, with "Rock Star Dreams" that went National. Worked hard, played hard and fizzled…
Ep 29 2019 Year in Review
Paul and Ray talk about Season 1 of The Rock n Roll Chicago Podcast along with a couple of phone in guests.
Podcast edited by Paul Martin.
Theme song courtesy of M&R Rush.
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Ep 28 The Band Sundance
The band Sundance has proven to be an excellent source of entertainment for a variety of different venues.
Whether it be a corporate party, festival, wedding or in a nightclub atmosph…
Ep 27 Ronnie Rice
Ronnie Rice picked up a guitar when he was 16 years old and hasn't put it down yet! He began his musical career as a solo performer in Evanston, Illinois. In the late 1960s, Ron joined …
Ep 26 Mark Dawson
Currently the lead vocalist and bass player for the legendary Grass Roots, Marks career started out in Chicago with bands like Street Kids, Dreamer and All-Night Newsboys. Mark currentl…
Ep 25 Gregg Potter - Part 2
One week was just not enough! We finish up what we started last episode with this episode! The Buddy Rich stories!
Podcast edited by Paul Martin.
Theme song courtesy of M&…
Ep 24 Gregg Potter - Part 1
Emmy Award winning drummer Gregg Potter is the drummer with The Buddy Rich Band. Formerly with Teenage Radiation and a number of other groups, he joined us to talk about his legendary c…
Ep 23 Jay Goeppner
You may know Chicago Musician Jay Goeppner for his love of The Beatles! You may have heard him on the Johnny B or Kevin Matthews radio shows as a Beatle Brother! He's performed in over …
Ep 22 Classical Blast
Classical Blast blurs musical lines, melding classical music into classic rock hits or rocking music by Beethoven, Bach and composers from other centuries, sometimes adding original lyr…
Ep 21 Joker
After a 23 year hiatus Joker is back! Playing your favorites from back in the day, as well as new material. Tony Ingala joined us for a talk about the band.
Podcast edite…
Ep 20 Dag Juhlin
One of the hardest working entertainers in Chicago. A member of Expo '76, The Sunshine Boys, Poi Dog Pondering, as well as a daily podcat with Steve Dahl, Dag was able to find some time…
Ep 19 - The Cryan' Shames
The Cryan' Shames are an American garage rock band from Hinsdale, Illinois. They originally formed as The Travelers with founding members Tom Doody ("Toad"), Gerry Stone ("Stonehenge"),…
Ep 18 Bobby Dunne
This week Paul and Ray meet with the legendary Bobby Dunne. Bobby talks about his early days around Chicago and his time on the West Coast and Hawaii. Then his return to the Windy City.
Ep 17 Replay
Some of you may remember them as MAGIC or TABOO. Some of you old timers may even remember them as PEPPERMILL and NO QUARTER. Well now they're known as REPLAY. We talk with Kevin Zara, J…