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 93 Jessie's Girl
Ep 92 South of 30
South of 30 is an Americana Roots Rock sound with some added edge and more taste of originals, a little country and some good time rock n roll. Paul and Ray had a great interview with t…
Ep 91 Ashley Victoria
Ashley Victoria has been singing since the age of 5. Singing with her father's band growing up gave her the confidence to start performing more throughout elementary and middle school.
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Ep 90 Simply Elton
Simply Elton is a celebration of Sir Elton John's incredible musical career. Brian Harris and the Mad Hatters Band will transport you to the magic of an Elton concert, playing music spa…
Ep 89 Greg Rapp
Greg Rapp ia a full time musician living in the suburbs of Chicago. He works fulltime with the Chris Cornell inspired tribute Super Unknown, 90s rockers Mallrats, and part time with the…
Past Performances - Carl Giammarese
Carl Giammarese began his music career as a founding member of The Buckinghams, as lead guitarist and vocalist, in 1965. The Buckinghams were an important part of creating the sounds of…
Ep 88 Chasing Amy feat. Joliet Dave
CHASING AMY is a female fronted high-energy rock cover band comprised of seasoned pros that are dedicated to throwing a party with great music and good times.
The band performs a cross …
Ep 87 Pino Farina Band feat. Pino Farina
Pino Farina is a singer-songwriter whose emotive performances are filled with songs of love, heartache, redemption and renewal. After touring the country extensively with his award-winn…
Ep 86 Ronnie Baker Brooks
He was born in Chicago, and started playing guitar around age six. At 19, he joined his father, who by then had influenced some of the most well-known bluesman of our history: Jimmy Ree…
Ep 85 Rick Lindy & The Wild Ones
Rick Lindy has a voice as big as Texas. Performing Rock and Roll hits of the 1950's, 60's and 70's as well as Surf, Rock-a-billy, and original songs. You're sure to remember some of you…
Ep 84 Beyond the Blonde
BTB is Chicago-land's premier tribute to P!NK, Gwen Stefani, and Lady Gaga.
The band showcases the energy and songs of the multi-platinum-selling, Grammy award-winning stars with other …
Ep 83 Jonny Ballgame - Cover 21 Ignite Chicago
Ep 82 Way Cool Rhythm Fools
From back in the archives we meet up with the guys from Way Cool Rhythm Fools. No longer playing (but are they?) they have some great stories to tell.
Podcast edited by P…
Ep 81 Hairbangers Ball
Whether you’re looking to bring back the memory of a favorite concert seen in 1985 or seeking a true-to-life representation of what a rock concert was like in the 80’s, Hairbanger’s Bal…
Ep 80 My Metal Heart
This week Paul and Ray get together with the boys from My Metal Heart. They're keeping the greatest hard-rockin' songs of the '80s alive!! Dressed to the nines and turned up to 10! You …
Ep 79 Semple Band
SEMPLE is a Chicago based band that prides itself on it's entertaining combination of musicianship and high energy stage performance. Fronted by one of the city’s most prominent lead si…
Ep 78 Kenny Cetera
This episode we bring you Kenny Cetera. Joining us, as cohost this week, is Ed Kammerer who was a bandmate of Kenny's in Freewheelin' (Ep 30). Kenny Cetera's CHICAGO EXPERIENCE will tak…
Ep 77 Worth The Risk
Worth The Risk! Five seasoned musicians playing music older than your kids, and younger than your parents. We got the band together to talk about how it all started and where it's going…
Ep 76 Nate Venturelli
Northwest Indiana country singer/songwriter Nate Venturelli, a union welder by day, has been gaining popularity and support as a singer/songwriter from various unions around the country…
Ep 75 Ray Vanda of Christian Friday and Falcon Eddy
Going back a little this week, back to the late 70's and early 80's. This week we bring you Ray Vanda, guitarist with Christian Friday and Falcon Eddy. These two groups were very popul…