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 211 Code Blue
Code Blue Band performs cover songs by many legendary artists to entertain the Chicagoland area. We met up with the boys to talk about their history, as well as how this all came togeth…
Ep 210 The Midnight Calls
The Midnight Calls is a denim and leather Rock & Roll outfit from Chicago. The band is fronted by Spain-born singer, Taran de Pablos and features guitarists Adam Arling (The Last Vegas,…
Ep 209 Half Life Crisis feat. Wesley Jaffray
Ray and Mike hooked up with Wesley to chat about his project and where he is going with it. We had to be real quick too because we were already at a Half Life.
Podcast ed…
Ep 208 Cuttlass
CUTTLASS is a blues oriented hard rock band from Chicago. One strong asset is that the band is very versatile. In this world of uncertainties, we know this for certain: CUTTLASS has the…
Ep 207 Gotham Ramblers
The reviews are in, and everyone loves this band, Gotham Ramblers. A quite diverse setlist comes with the band so no one can say they didn’t play anything they liked. We were fortunate …
Ep 206 The StingRays
The StingRays play the greatest music ever written and play it with the energy, passion and authenticity of the artists whose music they love. Their music, great rapport with audiences,…
Ep 205 Ambidexterous
AMBIDEXTROUS is a 1960s-70s cover band, which began as a duet in 2014 with Scott Sodaro on electric guitar and his friend from 1st grade, Ray Lemieux, on acoustic. What makes AMBIDEXTRO…
Ep 204 Evil Jim and the Culprits
High energy classic rock cover band featuring music from the 60s, 70s, 80s, and 90s! Hearing that the boys were out on good behavior, we snatched them to the studio to hear about their …
Ep 203 Dolph Chaney and the Phins
While its original heyday was in the early ‘70s, power pop never went away; songwriters and musicians continued to craft finely-tuned, compact songs that – in their own often modest way…
Ep 202 Members Only
For the past 8 years, Members Only has been steadily building up the Jacket Army. Featuring both, male and female lead vocals, they can bring the best dance music the 80’s has to offer.…
Ep 201 Shooter
RAMI Award Winning Southern Rock Band.
One of the longest running Chicago area ASS Kickin' Southern Rock Shows featuring Original music and Classic Rock. Established in 1982. They've g…
Ep 200 My Sacrifice
Chicagolands tribute to Creed. We would have been Unforgiven if we didn't welcome them to the studio with Arms Wide Open. We would have had to slink Away in Silence.
Pod…
Ep 199 The Aftermath
An every-man’s band of guys and gals with superhuman talent. When you combine all these talented people, you get the Aftermath, a band name which is fitting, because after they melt you…
Ep 198 Oh Yes!
What started out, during the pandemic, as a twist on “Live from Daryl’s House” for local musicians, “Live at Matt’s Barn” was born. As the craze grew, more and more people wanted to boo…
Ep 197 Schtillrokken
Schtillrokken is a party band playing music across multiple decades and multiple genres. If you haven't heard of them, you will definitely know their music. We got them to hit the brake…
Ep 196 The Electric Cars
The Electric Cars stand as more than a tribute band - they are agents of an era, bringing the timeless 1980's hits of The Cars to a new generation. With a set that includes classics lik…
Ep 195 Joe Leja
Born and raised on the southwest side of Chicago. Started playing at 15, self-taught. Biggest influence – John Fogarty/Creedence Clearwater Revival. 10 years ago he started recording CD…
Ep 194 The Artist Formally Known As Vince
The Artist Formally Known as Vince Band (or TAFKAVince Band for short) formed in 1996 and began playing out regularly upon the release of 2002's At Last CD. Other notable releases inclu…
Ep 193 The Lizard Kings
A muscial revival of The Doors.
Podcast edited by Paul Martin.
Theme song courtesy of M&R Rush.
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Ep 192 Frequilibrium
Frequilibrium is a roots rock fusion band based out of Chicagoland. They naturally harness the power of the Southern rock greats, while offering the progressive ingenuity of the next ge…