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Ages Of Rock Podcast

Bill Algee, Dennis Talbott, Allen Tatewww.agesofrock.com
Welcome to Ages of Rock Podcast! Your co-hosts, Allen Tate, Bill Algee and Dennis Talbott are 3 middle aged, semi mature, Midwestern men.... Talking Rock!
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Episodes

Episode 239 - A2Z Radio

On this week’s episode, instead of being a co-host, Allen is a guest along side Bill Elam and Jeff Humphrey as they talk about their new internet radio station, A2Z Radio. They talk about how the station came to be, the variety of musical genres, and how to to apply to be a DJ. Tune in and turn it up!

Nov 19, 202056 min

Episode 238 - Going Once, Going Twice, SOLD

We are joined by online auction hosts Gary & Vonna Brufach and Ronny Schnell. Vinyl collecting and selling are the topic. We also answer what’s your “Holy Grail” record?

Nov 12, 20201 hr 20 min

The Chart Show: Episode 003, Part 3 (Monterey Pop Festival Week) - US Top 40 Singles for the week ending June 17th, 1967

Welcome to Episode 003 - Part 3 (The Monterey Pop Festival Episode) of our three part journey through the charts of music that was popular the weeks that parallel the three festivals we think had a significant impact on either the musical or cultural impact - or both - during the first 30 years of the rock and roll era. In this episode, we review the music that was popular on the Billboard charts the week of the most important Music Festival during the rock and roll era. No concert prior to or s...

Nov 10, 20202 hr 2 min

Episode 237 - Donnie Vie

Donnie Vie, a self proclaimed guitar hack, talks about his career and love of making music. He has a new single in the works that’s soon to be released. It was quite a ride!

Nov 05, 202053 min

The Chart Show: Episode 003, Part 2 - US Top 40 Singles Week Ending August 16th, 1969

Welcome to Episode 003 - Part 2 of our three part journey through the charts of music that was popular the weeks that parallel the three festivals we think had a significant impact on either the musical or cultural impact - or both - during the first 30 years of the rock and roll era. In this episode, we metaphorically close out the 1960s with the Woodstock concert. No concert event ever defined a generation like the Three Days of Peace and Music... But what were people listening to that week of...

Nov 02, 20201 hr 17 min

Episode 236 - Roger Kalia

This week Bill, Allen, and Dennis get classy with our guest, Roger Kalia, the new conductor of the Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra. We talk with him about being one of over 250 candidates trying out for the position. We also talk about his background in music and having socially distanced performances during a pandemic. We also do our regular pre-interview stuff for your listening pleasure. Join us!

Oct 29, 202055 min

The Chart Show: Episode 003, Part 1 - US Top 40 Singles Week Ending 13th July 1985 - Live Aid

Episode 3 is a three-part journey through three festivals that have had either a significant musical or cultural impact - or both during the first 30 plus years of the rock and roll era. Running in reverse chronological era, we begin with reviewing the Billboard chart the week of Live Aid, a benefit concert organized by Bob Geldof of the Boomtown Rats and held in the cities of London and Philadelphia for the purpose of raising money to assist with famine relief in Africa. To date, it's estimated...

Oct 25, 20201 hr 13 min

Episode 235 - Rockpourri

It’s been a while so it’s time for some Rockpourri. Bill and Dennis seem to have deep pockets as the Album Acquistions segment is longer than usual and Allen barely stayed awake!

Oct 22, 202046 min

Episode 234 - Ryan Spencer Cook

The Talismen, Eddie Van Halen, John 5, Hair of the Dog, and new projects are just some of the topics we discussed with the one the only Ryan Spencer Cook. Another fun episode with one of the best guys out there. Enjoy!

Oct 15, 202053 min

Episode 233 - Remembering Eddie Van Halen

While Bill was out of town this week visiting family, Podcast Rock City's Joe Polo joined Allen and Dennis to talk about the late, great Eddie Van Halen. #EddieVanHalen #VanHalen #RIPEddie #RIPEddieVanHalen

Oct 07, 20201 hr 5 min

The No Show Episode

We were supposed to have a guest this week but life happens. Dennis had a previous commitment so Bill and I took a few minutes to talk about a little music news and a couple pretty cool things Bill scored.

Oct 01, 202013 min

The Chart Show: Episode 002 - US Top 40 Singles Week Ending 21st May 1983

In this episode, we visit the Billboard chart from the week that we graduated from Heritage Hills High School in Lincoln City, IN in 1983, and reflect how we felt then and now about the music that was popular at the time of that capstone event of our high school career. Spoiler alert!! - Styx fans might experience a little sadness or anger or both at Joe's brutally honest review of their two songs on the charts that week.

Sep 25, 20201 hr 7 min

Episode 232 - Tim Rozner

Tim Rozner, 2019 Production Manager of the Year, joins us again to discuss how we can help the tours, crews, and many others during these difficult times. We focus on the state of the touring industry, what’s next, and how you can help make a difference. Please help if you can at wemakeevents.org. #WeMakeEvents

Sep 24, 202051 min

Episode 231 - The Great Affairs

“Everybody Moves and Nobody Gets Hurt” is the catchy title of the awesome upcoming “The Great Affairs” album! The fact that Denny and Kenny are both huge KISS fans was icing on the cake for us. After checking out the podcast be sure to grab the album and listen to the new tunes, available on Friday Oct. 2nd!

Sep 18, 20201 hr 5 min

Episode 228 - Mr. Speed's Rich Kosak

Dennis couldn't be there this week when Rich joined us to talk about the band's new stage and costume designs and some other things. Dennis was present when we recorded our normal preshow discussion, including a mini-discussion about the late Frankie Banali.

Aug 27, 20201 hr 6 min

Episode 225 - Queen's The Game 40th Anniversary Review

Jeremy Asbrock from Thee Rock and Roll Residency, the Gene Simmons Band, and the Ace Frehley Band joins us this week for a great conversation about his new record. We also do a 40th anniversary review of Queen’s The Game.

Aug 06, 20201 hr 5 min

Episode 224 - KISS Unmasked 40th Anniversary Review

Continuing our 40th anniversary reviews, this week we ask our friend Jason Herndon to join us and review Kiss Unmasked since Allen knows it’s one of Jason’s favorites! Lots of great talk about vinyl and for those saying that they like a longer show... well here you go!

Jul 30, 20201 hr 35 min

Episode 223 - Back in Black 40th Anniversary Review

Our buddy Peter Cecere from the I Love It Loudcast joins for another 40th Anniversary album review and this week, Ladies and Gentlemen, we bring out one the most iconic records of all time ... BACK IN BLACK. Trust us, not only is this album full of innuendos, so are the hosts. Fun stuff awaits!

Jul 23, 20201 hr 16 min

Episode 222 - Women and Children First 40th Anniversary Review

This week Ed Spangenberg from Klick Tee Shop joins us as we announce how much the proceeds from our t-shirt sales raised for No Kid Hungry. We also invited Ed to pick an album from 1980 to review. He chose Van Halen’s Women and Children First. Join us as we discuss this album along with our usual shenanigans.

Jul 16, 20201 hr 7 min

Episode 221 - Our Top 5 Worst KISS Lyrics

Allen's high school friend Craig Wright joins us this week as we pick our top 5 worst KISS lyrics. Heaven knows we've got plenty to choose from.

Jul 09, 202056 min

Episode 220 - Brandon Fields

Brandon Fields joins us this week to talk about his new project that started out as one song with Jeremy Asbrock but turned into a whole album that also includes Matt Starr and Todd “Dammit” Kerns. The record drops in the fall and is going to be badass!!

Jul 03, 202038 min

Episode 219 - Ken Tamplin

So you think you’re a singer? Vocal coach Ken Tamplin joins us to discuss his YouTube Channel (that has over a million views) and the work he has done to help some of our favorite rock stars save their voices. It’s jam packed with some great conversation and education. Wind it up... here we go!

Jun 25, 20201 hr 10 min

Episode 218 - Ages of Rock Crowns the Stream King

Dennis invites Sonny “Hollywood” Pooni (Growin’ Up Rock Podcast & Podcast Rock City) and Steven Wright (Podder than Hell Podcast) over for PODCAST GAME NIGHT. For the first time ever we crown the Stream King. It’s not what you’re thinking... we are way to old for that!!

Jun 18, 20201 hr 5 min

Episode 217 - You Wanted The Best, You Got The Best

A Tennesseean, a Buckeye, and 4 Hoosiers walk into a bar... (Stop me if you’ve heard this one before...) The Ages of Rock crew are joined by three faithful listeners to join in on the insanity, and insanity certainly ensues. We’ve got Album Acquisitions, news about the KISS Kruise, PLUS-each participant brings their favorite song from each KISS album with newly released recordings. Some total KISS geekdom happens, some surprises, and a lot of fun! Can 6 KISS fans agree on the best song from a re...

Jun 11, 20201 hr 43 min
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