REO Speedwagon ruled the early 80’s and it all started with the biggest selling record of 1981 - Hi Infidelity. AoRP follower Bryan Harris joins us to review this great record. We also discuss the death of Eric Carr.
Nov 26, 2020•1 hr 1 min
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, 2020•56 min
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, 2020•1 hr 20 min
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, 2020•2 hr 2 min
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, 2020•53 min
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, 2020•1 hr 17 min
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, 2020•55 min
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, 2020•1 hr 13 min
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, 2020•46 min
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, 2020•53 min
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, 2020•1 hr 5 min
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, 2020•13 min
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, 2020•1 hr 7 min
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, 2020•51 min
“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, 2020•1 hr 5 min
Welcome to the inaugural episode of The Chart Show. Join Joseph G and Dennis T as they begin this journey of reconsidering moments in music chart history. First stop - AT40 for week ending August 10th, 1974.
Sep 13, 2020•1 hr 10 min
The 40th anniversary album reviews continue this week with Ozzy’s first solo project, Blizzard of Ozz. Podder Than Hell’s Steven Wright joins us and he brings a lot of great info about this record! Give it a spin!
Sep 10, 2020•1 hr 41 min
Chris Kelley from Tennessee Champagne joins us to promote the band's album.
Sep 03, 2020•27 min
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, 2020•1 hr 6 min
This week Ronja from The Pinpricks, a band located in Germany, joins us. We hope she forgives Allen for mispronouncing her name during the introduction.
Aug 20, 2020•28 min
Carrying on with our 40th anniversary reviews, this week KISSfaq's Julian Gill joins us to review Judas Priest's British Steel album.
Aug 13, 2020•1 hr 1 min
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, 2020•1 hr 5 min
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, 2020•1 hr 35 min
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, 2020•1 hr 16 min
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, 2020•1 hr 7 min
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, 2020•56 min
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, 2020•38 min
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, 2020•1 hr 10 min
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, 2020•1 hr 5 min
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, 2020•1 hr 43 min