A salute to Sammy Hagar- The Red Rocker! From Rock to Rum, Cabo to Cars to Catalina, Baja to Beer, Montrose to Mexico to Mezquila, Guitars to Gears to Grub, Chickenfoot, HSAS, The Circle, Los Tres Gusanos, The Other Half, and his still growing solo career, your "Bo-Hosts" Darin & Brent delve into anything- and everything- within 9 degrees of Sammy, making pit-stops at all points in-between! More than just a podcast, it's celebrating the "Red Rocker" lifestyle, while also bringing a better "balance" and an increased social awareness to Sammy's incredible contributions to the VH legacy - and to ROCK n' ROLL itself!email: bogusotisshow@gmail.com"What is understood...NEED be discussed!"
Kick-off those worn-out shoes, let your hair down and pour yourself some lite roast, because the Bo-Hosts welcome you to: Sammy Sunday Mornings! The "BONUS OTIS" mini-episodes are bite-size and focus on the mellower side of the RedRocker's catalog!As the Bo-Hosts continue the 5150 @ 40 celebrations, they reflect back on "Dreams", from 2014's Sammy's acoustic-centric "Lite Roast". In this episode the Bo-Host ponder if "Dreams" is the most inspiring rock song ever recorded, and is Sammy's soaring lyric on the album version @ approx. 3:30 his greatest performance ever?To find out - pour yourself a coffee, put your feet up and make a deep connection with this episode on another lazy, hazy, Sammy Sunday!All songs available for purchase on iTunes! We bought it- so should you!Be sure to check out our Sammy Sunday Mornings playlist on Spotify!"What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=enX:https://x.com/BogusOtisShowYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TheBogusOtisShowTik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@thebogusotisshowConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com
Hellllooooo Baaaaa- BAY! Come take a trip down memory lane as the Bo-Hosts celebrate "5150 Month" by deep-diving into the 1986 Van Halen masterpiece that defined an exciting new era for the band! It's practically the reason The Bogus Otis Show exists! In this episode Brent and Darin reflect on the massive commercial success of 5150—Van Halen's first #1 album—and share personal "origin stories" of where they were when they first heard it. From bedroom guitar practice with Sears-brand gear to Friday nights at the mall, the conversation explores why this album remains a timeless staple of rock history. Also discussed is The "Van Hagar" Pivot: the transition from the Roth era to Sammy Hagar, noting how the band moved toward a more melodic, "pop-inflected" rock sound, Live Without a Net: the iconic 1986 concert video, describing the band's performance as an "aerobics class" led by "superheroes" who made technical mastery look effortless, and a spirited debate on the album's best songs, highlighting the title track "5150" as "captured lightning in a bottle" and defending the experimental, light-hearted nature of the closing track, "Inside.""What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=enX:https://x.com/BogusOtisShowYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TheBogusOtisShowTik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@thebogusotisshowConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com
In this most epic of episodes, prolific Canadian music journalist, author, and historian Martin Popoff returns to The Bogus Otis Show to celebrate the 40th anniversary of 5150.Often referred to as the "wise swami" of hard rock, Martin pulls no punches. He labels fan-favourites like "Best of Both Worlds" as "undercooked jams," yet simultaneously argues the album is the "ultimate manifestation of the legendary Van Halen Brown Sound."1986 was a pivotal year; while the world was torn between the rise of Thrash and the explosion of Hair Metal, Van Halen was busy inventing a new sonic reality. Now, four decades later, the question remains: is 5150 the masterpiece the Bo-Hosts proclaim it to be, or is it—as Martin suggests—the victim of "cocaine-fueled" jamming?Either way, this episode is a "Ruby Red" Anniversary deep dive into Van Halen's debut with the Red Rocker. So tune-in, "Get Up" as the trio goes "Inside" 5150 to dissect the most transformative year in the careers of both Sammy Hagar and Van Halen!Buy VH @50: ( Seriously, go buy it, ahem, right now!) https://www.martinpopoff.com/html/van-halen-at-50.htmlhttps://www.vanhalenstore.com/page/VH/books/B90More on Martin Popoff:https://www.martinpopoff.com/https://www.martinpopoff.com/html/podcast.htmlhttps://www.martinpopoff.com/html/bookslist.htmlhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/915971612134877/https://www.youtube.com/@thecontrarians2438"What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=en X: https://x.com/BogusOtisShow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBogusOtisShow Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebogusotisshowConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com
Kick-off those worn-out shoes, let your hair down and pour yourself some lite roast, because the Bo-Hosts welcome you to: Sammy Sunday Mornings! The "BONUS OTIS" mini-episodes are bite-size and focus on the mellower side of the RedRocker's catalog!As the Bo-Hosts continue the 5150 @ 40 celebrations, they reflect back to Sammy and Eddie's 1993 appearance at Neil Young's Bridge School Benefit concert where they played "Love Walks In". This soulful rendition was just piano and vocal, which definitely qualifies it as a Sammy Sunday Mornings track! Sammy has stated many times that this soulful tune was written about Aliens; a very specific topic he firmly believes in. As a metaphor for love, or for making a deep connection with someone- or something - it raises the question: do Aliens really exist? Are you a believer like Sammy is? The Bo-Hosts each share their opinions on this, and one of the Bo-Hosts reveals they've been visited! ( cue Twilight Zone theme )To find out who- pour yourself a coffee, put your feet up and make a deep connection with this episode on another lazy, hazy, Sammy Sunday!All songs available for purchase on iTunes! We bought it- so should you!Be sure to check out our Sammy Sunday Mornings playlist on Spotify!"What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=en X: https://x.com/BogusOtisShow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBogusOtisShow Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebogusotisshowConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com
What happens when a high-school kid from a rough ( New Halen ) Connecticut neighbourhood swaps sucker-punches for squats? He becomes an icon on one of rock' and roll's most legendary album covers!In this high-reps episode, The Bo-Hosts are joined by fitness professional and author Rick Valente—the man literally carrying the weight of the world on Van Halen's 5150 album cover. Celebrating the 40th anniversary of this landmark album, Rick reminisces on the 1986 casting call at Gold's Gym and the 2-day photoshoot with Eddie and Alex!Rick also discusses his new book, My Life's Ride, how bodybuilding saved him from a path of drugs & violence, his epic 10-year run on ESPN's BodyShaping helping people find their own path to health, and why he believes training your mind is just as important as training your body.All that, plus, as the Bo-Hosts dive into Rick's star-studded life they somehow manage to bond over the late, great Gregory Hines—because nothing says "Sammy Hagar Podcast" like an unexpected detour into the world of legendary tap dancers!For more on Rick- hit him up here:https://www.instagram.com/therealrickvalente/https://www.facebook.com/ricky.d.valenteWhere Rick was while interviewed:https://www.bartelsharley.com/Rick's Book:https://www.amazon.ca/My-Lifes-Ride-Rick-Valente/dp/1962693236"What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=en X: https://x.com/BogusOtisShow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBogusOtisShow Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebogusotisshowConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com
Kick-off those worn-out shoes, let your hair down and pour yourself some lite roast, because the Bo-Hosts welcome you to: Sammy Sunday Mornings! The "BONUS OTIS" mini-episodes are bite-size and focus on the mellower side of the RedRocker's catalog!In this episode, the Bo-Hosts go head-to-head over "Not Enough," the piano ballad from Van Halen's 1995 album, Balance. While Bo-Host Brent feels this track hits harder than "When It's Love" and gets goosebumps from the song's soaring sonics of the production, Bo-Host Darin feels like its from the "Bizarro World" version of VH and argues the band traded their signature "tanned & rowdy" party smiles for a morose vibe that feels more like Van Folds Five than Van Halen.Was the song actually a subconscious plea from Sammy to Eddie as the band began to fracture? Is there any irony in that the music video was filmed on the very same rooftop the Beatles split-up on? Is it the perfect bookend to 5150's barnburner opener?Grab your headphones and decide for yourself: Is the sone "Good Enough" to be a Sammy-era classic, or have you had enough of "Not Enough"?So sit down, pour a coffee, put your feet up and enjoy another lazy, hazy, Sammy Sunday!All songs available for purchase on iTunes! We bought it- so should you!Be sure to check out our Sammy Sunday Mornings playlist on Spotify!"What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=enConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com
Grab your favourite Sammy libation and pour a double shot, because in this episode The Bo-Hosts are celebrating a major milestone: 15 Years of RED! In this season 6 finale, the Bogus "Bo-Hosts" Brent and Darin dive deep into Sammy Hagar's legendary #1 New York Times best-selling autobiography, RED. From the "scathing" leaked chapters of the unpublished Red Storm Rising to the "no filler" stories that defined the Van Halen era, the guys break down why this book remains the gold standard for rock biographies!The episode also takes a nostalgic turn as the duo reminisces about Sammy's "Red Rocker Weekend" in Toronto back in 2011 as keynote speaker for Canadian Music Week conference. Hear the behind-the-scenes stories of the lost documentary premiere, a "secret" club appearance with Randy Bachman Bo-Host Brent attended, and the time Bo-Host Darin coughed his way through a Q107 interview with the man himself! Whether you're a lifelong member of the Redhead family or a Van Halen history buff, this look back at the "RED" legacy—and a wish list for a potential sequel—is the perfect way to close out the season!"What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=enConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com
Send a textKick-off those worn-out shoes, let your hair down and pour yourself some lite roast, because the Bo-Hosts welcome you to: Sammy Sunday Mornings! The "BONUS OTIS" mini-episodes are bite-size and focus on the mellower side of the RedRocker's catalog!In this episode, we celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Sammy's 1st Capitol Records solo album, 1976's Nine on a 10 Scale, by revisiting the incredibly underrated "Young Girl Blues." It's a straight blues scorcher with Sammy delivering not only a standout vocal, but proving once again that he is an incredible guitar player!So sit down, pour a coffee, put your feet up and enjoy another lazy, hazy, Sammy Sunday!All songs available for purchase on iTunes! We bought it- so should you!Be sure to check out our Sammy Sunday Mornings playlist on Spotify!"What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=enConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com
Send us a textKick-off those worn-out shoes, let your hair down and pour yourself some lite roast, because the Bo-Hosts welcome you to: Sammy Sunday Mornings! The "BONUS OTIS" mini-episodes are bite-size and focus on the mellower side of the RedRocker's catalog!In this episode, we're cracking open Sammy's 2002 gem Not 4 Sale to dissect the standout track "Things've Changed." This isn't just a high-octane anthem; it's Sammy's soulful reflection on his journey through the music industry.So sit down, pour a coffee, put your feet up and enjoy another lazy, hazy, Sammy Sunday!All songs available for purchase on iTunes! We bought it- so should you!Be sure to check out our Sammy Sunday Mornings playlist on Spotify!"What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=enConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com
Send us a textKick-off those worn-out shoes, let your hair down and pour yourself some lite roast, because the Bo-Hosts welcome you to: Sammy Sunday Mornings! The "BONUS OTIS" mini-episodes are bite-size and focus on the mellower side of the RedRocker's catalog!This episode features the deeply-introspective Be Still, from 2022's Sammy Hagar & The Circle album, Crazy Times. This is a reflective tune that finds Hagar in a contemplative mood, focusing on slowing down, finding one's centre and stepping outside the madness of life for a moment. Sammy didn't write the lyrics, (they were sent to him byMark Tamburino, a mutual friend of Kenny Chesney), but he was so emotionally moved by the words, he knew he had to record them!The Bo-Hosts go deep into this track to ponder the lyrics and discuss the importance of slowing down now & then to re-evaluate one's life.So sit down, be still, and enjoy another lazy, hazy, Sammy Sunday!All songs available for purchase on iTunes! We bought it- so should you!"What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=enConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com
Send us a textGrab your shades and ditch the heavy coat—the Bo-Hosts may be freezing in the Great White North, but they're turning up the heat by taking a sonic vacation back to 2006 as they deep-dive into another one of Sammy's career re-defining masterpieces, Livin' It Up! The Bo-Hosts break down the track-list, compare contrasts & similarities to DLR's Crazy from The Heat, and discuss how the breezy, "Cabo Wabo" lifestyle vibe was the perfect palate cleanser after Sammy's turbulent final years in Van Halen.Which songs belong on your beach bum playlist and which ones belong in the cooler? Grab your Sammy libation of choice and join the Bo-Hosts for 45 mins of palm trees, flip flops, and tequila-talk that will have you livin' on the coastline so fast, you'll forget the frostbite!"What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=enConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com
Send us a textKick-off those worn-out shoes, let your hair down and pour yourself some lite roast, because the Bo-Hosts welcome you to: Sammy Sunday Mornings! The "BONUS OTIS" mini-episodes are bite-size and focus on the mellower side of the RedRocker's catalog!This time, we feature Sammy's first solo retail single, Flamingos Fly, from his first solo album, 1976's Nine on a Ten Scale.Flamingos Fly was "gifted" to Sammy from Van Morrison, as Hagar and Morrison were both recording at the same studio (The Record Plant) at the same time. Morrison liked Hagar's voice and essentially "gifted" him the song. While Van Morrison wrote the lyrics, Sammy's choice to record them as his first solo statement feels prophetic in that the song is drenched in imagery of the Cabo Wabo lifestyle long before it existed, almost like this song was the subconscious - or conscious- blueprint for his "Billionaire Beach Bum" persona. Come to think of it, did Sammy hit upon this lifestyle vibe before Buffet? Buffet only became recognized for his "island escapism" persona" following the release of the song "Margaritaville" in 1977, a full year after 1976's Nine on a Ten Scale! Also, if you listen to Van Morrison's version (released in 1977), it sounds wayyyy different!Ponder that as you enjoy a lazy, hazy Sammy Sunday!All songs available for purchase on iTunes! We bought it- so should you!"What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=enConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com
Kick-off those worn-out shoes, let your hair down and pour yourself some lite roast, because the Bo-Hosts welcome you to: Sammy Sunday Mornings! The "BONUS OTIS" mini-episodes are bite-size and focus on the mellower side of the RedRocker's catalog!This time, we feature the acoustic lullaby "Inner Child", a track Sammy first revealed during a live solo performance on Dan Rather's AXS TV program, The Big Interview, in February 2016. Sammy wrote the song following a family retreat where he gained deep insights into how his children viewed their parents. It's a hidden gem that's hard to find as it was only released as a digital single on Feb. 25 2016 and has since vanished. Sammy describes the track as "very deep," dealing with his own upbringing, his children, and his grandchildren. Enjoy a lazy, hazy Sammy Sunday!All songs available for purchase on iTunes! We bought it- so should you!"What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=enConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com
Kick-off those worn-out shoes, let your hair down and pour yourself some lite roast, because the Bo-Hosts welcome you to: Sammy Sunday Mornings! The "BONUS OTIS" mini-episodes are bite-size and focus on the mellower side of the RedRocker's catalog!This time, we feature "Different Devil", the melodic second single from Chickenfoot's second studio album, titled Chickenfoot III, released in 2011. Unlike the band's more aggressive riff-heavy tracks, "Different Devil" is a textured, rootsy, and mid-tempo song that features acoustic guitar layering and gorgeous background harmonies. The song explores "grown-up" concerns within long-term relationships. Sammy's lyrics address a partner wondering if there are better options elsewhere, using the central metaphor: "There's a wise old tale / 'Bout the same old Hell / Only the devil is changed". Hmmm....wonder if he's singing to a ex-lover or is he sending a sneaky message to a familiar-looking legendary guitar player?!??Enjoy a lazy, hazy Sammy Sunday!All songs available for purchase on iTunes! We bought it- so should you!Musical Style: Lyric Theme: T"What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=enConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com
Kick-off those worn-out shoes, let your hair down and pour yourself some lite roast, because the Bo-Hosts welcome you to: Sammy Sunday Mornings! The "BONUS OTIS" mini-episodes are bite-size and focus on the mellower side of the RedRocker's catalog!This time, we feature "Never Said Goodbye", the final track on Sammy's 2016 album, This Is Sammy Hagar: When The Party Started, Vol. 1. A compilation of mostly previously released songs (some were re-envisioned) and two new tracks. Sammy referred to the collection as "the best songs I wrote post-Van Halen that mostly didn't get a lot of mainstream attention." As one of the two new entries, "Never Said Goodbye" finds the RedRocker waxing nostalgic about loved ones he never got to bid farewell to. Inspired by a conversation with John Mellencamp about writing an "old-time standard," Sammy sent the finished track to Mellencamp, who praised it as "a classic."Enjoy a lazy, hazy Sammy Sunday!All songs available for purchase on iTunes! We bought it- so should you!"What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=enConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com
Kick-off those worn-out shoes, let your hair down and pour yourself some lite roast, because the Bo-Hosts welcome you to: Sammy's Sunday Mornings! The "BONUS OTIS" mini-episodes are bite-size and focus on the mellower side of the RedRocker's catalog!This episode, we feature what could be the last great rock ballad ever recorded! Of course we're referencing "Learning to Fall", off of Chickenfoot's 2009 classic debut album!Enjoy a lazy, hazy Sammy Sunday!All songs available for purchase on iTunes! We bought it- so should you!"What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=enConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com
The Bo-Hosts celebrate the Holiday Season and close out the year by looking back at hi-lights from 2025, look ahead at what 2026 will have in-store, and compare their "Sammy Claus" wish lists!So grab yourself a Sammy-inspired cocktail, bust out your (RED) soft-pants and crank it! Yule have a blast!Thanks to our special guests & listeners and Happy Holidays from The Bo-Hosts!"What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=enConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com
Kick-off those worn-out shoes, let your hair down and pour yourself some lite roast, because the Bo-Hosts welcome you to: Sammy's Sunday Mornings! The "BONUS OTIS" mini-episodes are bite-size and focus on the mellower side of the RedRocker's catalog!This episode, we feature one of Bo-Host Brent's all-time most favourite tracks: "The Love", off of Sammy and the Waborita's 1999 "Red Voodoo" album!Enjoy a lazy, hazy Sammy Sunday!All songs available for purchase on iTunes! We bought it- so should you!"What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=enConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com
Love catching up with Sammy on his Socials? Well, in this episode, the Bo-host's sit down with Jon R. Luini, founder and president of Chime Interactive, and the man behind Sammy's Digital Strategies, Social Media, Web, and (most) videos! Chime Interactive has helped power Sammy's digital media strategies for almost 20 years, and has been the team behind such Rock legends as: Joe Satriani, REO Speedwagon, Los Lobos, Chickenfoot, Eric Johnson, Men At Work, Tower of Power and more!Jon's also Sammy's archivist, meaning, his marching (to mars) orders are to " capture everything you possibly can at the highest quality level you possibly can!" Sounds like the world's greatest job right? Well, sit back, crack a Hagar-inspired beverage of choice, and listen to Jon "Chime" in on his amazing career!For more on Jon R. Luini's amazing career, and Chime Interactive:https://www.chimeinteractive.com/https://www.instagram.com/chimeinteractive/https://www.facebook.com/chimeinteractive"What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=enConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com
Kick-off those worn-out shoes, let your hair down and pour yourself some lite roast, because the Bo-Hosts welcome you to: Sammy's Sunday Mornings! This "BONUS OTIS" mini-episodes are bite-size and focus on the mellower side of the RedRocker's catalog!This episode, we feature one of Bo-Host Darin's all-time most favourite tracks: "Sailin", off of Sammy and the Wabo's 2006 "Livin' It Up" album!Enjoy a lazy, hazy Sammy Sunday!All songs available for purchase on iTunes! We bought it- so should you!"What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=enConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com
With 5150's 40th Anniversary quickly approaching it means the anniversary of everyone's favourite concert video, Van Halen: Live Without A Net, is also just around the corner! So, for this episode, the Bo-Hosts tracked down the most famous spray-painted concert footwear in the world: "The Hard Rock Holy-Grail of Thrown On-Stage Items"... "The Rock 'n Roll equivalent of the Shroud of Turin", of course, we're referring to the shoes Sammy Hagar historically spray painted RED and YELLOW while New Halen stopped in New Haven! Join the Bo-Hosts as the talk with the shoe's owners, "Cinderella" Nancy McKenney, Debbie Bourdeau ( Nancy's New Haven partner in-crime) and friend Pete Pekarovic! #IYKYKWanna make the pilgrimage to see where the shoes are enshrined?Visit Nancy's bar: Hops44, located at 625 Middle Turnpike Storrs, CT, we are 1/4 mile from the UCONN campus!Website:https://www.hops44.com/Nancy Dancing:https://www.youtube.com/clip/UgkxWxormhlHtYOLvO7cTLpcUggm6oa0G2kU"What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=enConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com
In this episode, music journalist Al Shipley crashes the cast to discuss, defend & dissect the Bo-Host's review of HIS "Every Van Halen Album, Ranked" article for SPIN Magazine! Al's a musicologist, a great hang and a good sport, but grab your helmet and strap yourself in as the Bo-Hosts wrestle with Al in the hopes of restoring Balance to the Van Halen universe!Al's Oct. 13 2025 SPIN Van Halen Ranking:https://www.spin.com/2025/10/every-van-halen-album-ranked-2/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/AlShipleyCheck out Al's NEW book on Repeaterbooks.com:https://repeaterbooks.com/product/tough-breaks-the-story-of-baltimore-club-music/Al on X: https://x.com/alshipley Al on BlueSky:https://bsky.app/profile/alshipley.bsky.social "What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=enConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com
In this episode, the Bo-Host's welcome Dale Jarvis, the great swami behind Sammy Hagar Collectibles! Dale is a full-fledged card-carrying Redhead who was "Swept Away" back in 1984, and in 2006 he took his admiration to the extreme by amassing an collection so incredible, and so deep, that the only person who may have more is Sammy himself! Dale kindly opened the doors to the legendary SHC vaults to talk about this favourite inspiRED items! So dig out YOUR prized Hagar possessions and join the Bo-Host's as they try to keep up! Looking for that Sammy-something you can't find? Dale can- so check out Sammy Hagar Collectibles on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/groups/1082362332609384"What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=enConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com
In this episode, the Bo-Hosts welcome Michel Schinkel, Founder & President of the Dutch Van Halen Fan Club! Michel drops by to share many inside stories about Van Halen's 1995 "Secret Gig" in Holland got organized, how he launched the "5150" Fan Club publication, meeting the band, hanging with Eddie at 5150, how his backstage passes made into the FUCK deluxe release....and peeling bananas with Sammy Hagar???! Michel's a great hang, so grab your Balance backstage pass and crank this episode like its Judgement Day!"What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=enConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com
All Fired Up by Spin journalist Al Shipley's recent Van Halen album rankings, the Bo-Hosts set out to fix the list—and restore Balance to the rock and roll universe!Will it lead to the end of the podcast? Will it break the internet? Both!?? Have a listen and find out!Did YOU see this article? Sacrilegiously published Oct. 13th 2025, it seemed to fly under everyone's radars....have a read and let us know on on our socials how YOU would re-order them!https://www.spin.com/2025/10/every-van-halen-album-ranked-2/"What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=enConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com
In this episode, what happens in Vegas does NOT stay in Vegas as the Bo-Hosts evaluate Sammy's truly epic, newly-released, The Residency, LIVE album! Captured during Sammy's acclaimed 2025 Las Vegas residency at Dolby Live at Park MGM, The Residency, delivers 19 high-octane tracks spanning Sammy's legendary catalog, including some deep cuts from his tenure with Van Halen which haven't seen stages in over 20 years! With double vinyls and a mix by the legendary producer Chris Lord-Alge, it's a monster sounding album that demands repeat listens!Crack open your Sammy libation of choice, and let us know what YOU think!"What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=enConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com
In this post 10/13 Birthday Bash episode, the Bo-Hosts summarize Sammy's epic 78th trip around the sun and then delve into the many musical gems contained on his epic 2000 album, the aptly titled "TEN 13". Released on October 24, 2000, it's hard to believe this album is a quarter of a century old! Has it aged well? Does it still pack some "serious juju"? Is it Sammy's best solo album?? Friend of the pod and rock historian Martin Popoff swears it is — so join the Bo-Hosts as they break down the riffs, the vibes, and the legacy of this milestone RedRocker release to determine where this classic Sammy-solo album sits in the Hagar Hall of Fame!"What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=enConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com
In this episode, the Bogus Bo-Host's sit down to talk rock of the REDDEST kind with Ben Cote, a longtime listener of the show and Senior Coordinator within the Guitar Department at the esteemed Berklee College of Music. Aside from being a huge Sammy and Van Halen fan, Ben is a killer Kramer & Gibson endorsed rock guitarist, as well as a recording and performing artist who gained notoriety with his dedicated following on Instagram and TikTok. Influenced by artists such as Sammy Hagar, Van Halen, Aerosmith, Poison, and Guns N' Roses, Ben formed The Ben Cote Band, and is now consistently touring the USA sharing bills with artists such as Bret Michaels, Slaughter, Lynch Mob, and Great White. The Ben Cote Band has released five original albums, with the latest being 2024's "Celluloid Babylon," which included collaborations with Cherie Currie of The Runaways and Pete Evick of The Bret Michaels Band.Ben and the Bo-host's talk all things Sammy, Van Halen, and WARNING- they take a serious plunge down the rabbit hole of guitar gear! Enjoy!Click here for more on Ben Cote and his tour schedule:https://www.bencoteband.com/homehttps://www.facebook.com/ben.cote.5/https://www.instagram.com/thebencote/https://www.tiktok.com/@thebencote"What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=enConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com
What will Season 6 have in store? Well, 2026 is a year filled with significant Sammy solo and Sam Halen Milestones! What will the Bo-Hosts be talking about? Crank a cold Sammy-libation and have a listen! "What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=enConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com
In this nostalgia-filled episode the Bo-Hosts jump in the wayback machine and welcome longtime REDHEADS and bonafide besties Ilene Nice & Jennifer Bell! Ilene and Jennifer met in a Birthday Bash line back in the early 1990's and have remained close, across a great distance, ever since! 3 decades and many Mexican trips later, they share some incredible memories from Birthday Bashes of yesteryear, travelling the dusty roads of Cabo to meet Sammy and what it's like to be part of the tight-knit the REDHEAD family!The flux capacitor is set to RED, so sit back & buckle up....because where we're going we don't need roads!"What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=enConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com
In this emergency-release episode, the Bo-Hosts dive into Sammy's latest social media teases with Anthrax/Pantera's Charlie Benante, Mötley Crüe's Tommy Lee, and Birthday Bash regular Chad Kroeger of Nickelback. What does it all mean?Is Sammy cooking up a Heavy Metal sequel to 2013's Sammy Hagar & Friends? Is this a Birthday Bash rehearsal? Or maybe both? The Bo-Hosts also riff on whether Sammy's surprise appearance at Sabbath's End of the Road show — and the rekindling of old musical ties — was possibly the spark for some serious late-career RED-BANGING magic!If it's RED SABBATH, SAMTERA or even SAMTHRAX, us REDHEADS will take ANY- and ALL- collaborations offeRED!Plus: the Bo-Hosts speculate on Sammy's future touring plans, Van Halen's re-release strategy, and more. Crank this one to 11 and enjoy!"What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=enConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com
As those "Hot Summer Nights" start to dwindle, the Bo-Hosts Recap all things RED!In this episode, the Bo-Hosts deep-dive into the motivations, speculations and possible ramifications behind DLR's recent onstage diatribe regarding Sammy, the Balance Re-issue, and the upcoming LIVE Best of All Worlds Band residency release. All this and a discussion on whether Sammy is the only person who can successfully wear white after Labor Day!"What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=enConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com
Listen up Redheads! The mighty Mike Fraser Returns! This man needs no introduction, or re-introduction that is, since Mike joined the Bo-Hosts back in Season 2 Episode 7. Mike is referred to as one of "The Big Three” (alongside fellow Canadian sonic wizards Bruce "Balance" Fairbairn and Bob Rock), Mike's fingerprints are all over the greatest rock, hard rock, and metal albums of all time. If you've ever headbanged, fist-pumped, or air-guitared in your life—you've probably got Mike to thank. In this episode, The Bo-Hosts dive deep into the making of Chickenfoot's wildly and weirdly named second album, “Chickenfoot III” (because naming things in order is for amateurs). Mike dishes on the vibe, the process, and the magic behind the mix. PLUS: the Bo-Hosts relay a question from Canadian rock royalty Kim Mitchell about AC/DC's recording setup. It's a fully Canadian and Tariff-free episode! Crank it up and enjoy the ride, eh?For more on Mike's INSANE list of credits check out:https://mikefrasermix.com/"What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=enConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com
In this episode, the Bo-Hosts welcome the one and only Samantha Hagar! While she may be Sammy's youngest daughter, Samantha is a creative force in her own right as the creator/host of the bold and hilarious podcast A.S.S. — short for Aliens, Sharks, and Society. Now entering its second season, the show dives into her three favourite topics with honesty, insightfulness, and a good dose of raunch. No topic is too taboo, no question off-limits — Samantha truly covers- and uncovers- it all! Don't miss A.S.S. — heartfelt, hilarious, at times heavy, and available wherever you get your pods!A.S.S. Links:https://open.spotify.com/show/3EtFX8tPONAPeZF6baorGF?si=448ccd5145e64793A.S.S. IG:https://www.instagram.com/a.s.s.withsph?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw=="What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=enConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com
Drummer David “Bro” Lauser and guitarist Gary Pihl go way back—to the early '80s, when they laid down the thunderous drums and scorching guitar riffs on Sammy Hagar's iconic Geffen albums. Fast forward five decades, and their ALLIANCE is still going strong!When Sammy joined Van Halen in '85, Gary jumped over to the legendary BOSTON, where he's held it down on guitar for 40 years. And when Sammy launched his post-VH solo career, guess who was his first Wabo? His "Bro," of course!Out of that tight-knit musical (ahem) circle, "Bro" and Gary helped form ALLIANCE in the '90s with singer/bassist Robert Berry and keyboardist Allan Fitzgerald. In this episode, they join the Bo-Hosts to chat about their killer new album on Frontiers Music, Before Our Eyes.They also reminisce about recording VOA (and whether live footage exists!), the possible whereabouts of their "55" jumpsuits, dig into their recording process, speculate on a VOA band reunion in Cabo, and face off in a round of RedRocker Rapid Fire.This episode took some serious calendar-juggling to make happen—so crank it up LOUD and enjoy!For more on ALLIANCE:https://www.frontiers.it/artist/2216https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WmkNfnqrJCgFor more on David "Bro"Lauser:https://www.davidlauser.com/index.htmlFor more on Gary Pihl:https://garypihl.com/"What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=enConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com
Well it only took 5 seasons...but in this episode the Bo-Hosts welcome their very first musical act: BAD MOTOR SCOOTER - The Midwest #1 Tribute to the music of Montrose , Van Halen and of course, Sammy Hagar! 3/4's of this rockin' RED band sits down to talk how they formed, their individual influences and what it's like being in a band that celebrates the legacy of the main man himself! The band also does a couple tunes LIVE! ( Hallelujah!) on the show, so bring the tequila and lets party Sammy-style!For more on BAD MOTOR SCOOTER check out their socials: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/15KrmaZ3Rt/?mibextid=wwXIfr https://www.instagram.com/badmotorscooterband/Www.Badmotorscooterband.com"What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=enConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com
In this episode the Bo-Hosts welcome someone who is a personal friend of Sammy & Mikey, a megafan of Eddie, and an incredible guitar-gunslinger who also happens to be a full-fledged member of one of the biggest rock bands in the world! This guest is also a fellow Canadian, so of course we're talking about none other than the incomparable Phil X; lead guitarist of Bon FRIGGIN' Jovi! Phil X is also the founder/leader/frontman of Phil X & The Drills, and in this episode he discusses their rockin' new release, "Pow! Right In The Kisser!", life in Bon Jovi, his mad RED respect for Sammy, and his amazing Frankenstrat Gibson SG! Phil X also endures Bo-Host Darin's gruelling "RedRocker Rapid-Fire" quiz, where he reveals his fav VH albums, fav EVH riffs, and which paint job of King Edward's he loves the most!Crank it up - this episode is definitely some BAD MEDICINE! "What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=enConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com
In this exciting episode the Bo-Hosts go international and practice their Australian accents by welcoming special guest, Brett Carroll! Redheads know Brett as a longtime card-carrying Redhead and the passionate and inspi(RED) administrator of the Sammy Hagar RED Facebook Group, which is soon celebrating its TENTH year!As 5150 celebrates it's 39th anniversary, the boys discuss the EPIC album's impact, and Brett explains his spiritually-enlightening trip to Cabo Wabo to finally experience Sammy at his annual Birthday Bash and reveals what song literally brought him to tears! Plus, Brett endures Bo-Host Darin's "RedRocker Rapid-Fire" quiz where he must make some TOUGH decisions on Sammy's best songs, Van Halen's best albums, and which Frankenstrat paint job was Eddie's greatest guitar!JOIN the Sammy Hagar RED Facebook Group here:https://www.facebook.com/groups/946734500191087"What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=enConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com
They say all good things must come to an end. At age 77 the main man himself shows no signs of stopping. However, now the Best Of All Worlds tour has come and gone the hope of another large-scale tour, which could be his final, still remains. If we DID get one more tour, what would Sammy sing? What would, could, and should a fitting setlist be? The Bo-Hosts welcome back former guests & fellow Redheads Wes (red_rock_fanpage1013) and Mark (purerockcalifornia) as we battle it out to see which "winner takes it all"!The rules? It's Solo-Sammy centric!20 songs 3 Encores (all incarnations) What would YOUR Sammy-Solo setlist be? Let us know on Facebook, IG or at: bogusotisshow@gmail.comWes:Love or moneythree Lockbaby's on fireI don't need loveNever give upI've done everythingheavy metaltwo sidesr&r weekendplain janeI'll fall in love againredyour love is driving me crazyturn up the musicthis planets on firegive to livetrans amlittle white liebad reputationone way to rock. bigfootmissing yourock the nation Brent:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2ikc2k55I0jBOTayUxzNtn?si=CXhXuwVPSmCaR6U_fPuiCg&pi=zhRo3wKeTT2RASam I AmCan't Get LooseRock Is In My BloodSwept AwayYour Love Is Driving Me CrazyPrivacyGive To LiveBe StillLoudThe MessageGirl Gets AroundWinner Takes It AllThe LoveHigh HopesTrans AmBad ReputationTurn Up The MusicSallyI'll Fall In Love AgainWho Has the Right Missing YouSoapMake it LastDarin: Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/playlist/25ukNoU5iMi7Z1ud3HjrX5?si=BPrMR_RcTKO2RzERtoEJpwUrban Guerilla R&R Romeo Boozin' Turn Up the Music Bad Reputation Remote Love Rise of the Animal Missing You Swept Away Rock Is in My Blood Hands and Knees Returning Home High Hopes Lay Your Hand On Me High and Dry Again Let Me Take You There Sailin' All We Need is an Island Affirmation 2120 Down the Drain Dubai Blues MTM /Top of the Rock medleyMark:Love or Money 3 Lock Box One Way to Rock Urban Guerilla This Planet's On Fire I'll Fall in Love Again Plain Jane Little White Lie Wash Me Down I Got the Fire Trans Am In the NightTwo Sides of LoveHeavy MetalHallelujahTop of the RockSoap Boozin'JuJuHigh HopesSS#5Red55"What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=enConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com
Where DOES the time time go?! Chickenfoot's incredible 2009 debut album turns sweet 16 this year!! This means in 2025 it too can now complain about driving 55 MPH and decide on Turnin' Left whenever it so chooses!! In this celebration of the supergroup's EPIC debut album, the Bo-Hosts reminisce on that era in Sammy's life & career, and provide an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the making of the official animated music video for "Get It Up"! As some of you may already know, Bo-Host Darin conceived, produced and directed the video for the band alongside Sammy's lifelong friend and 2-time manager, the man everyone called "Carter". Darin shares making-of stories, a never before heard alternate-edit of "Get It Up", original production art, and reveals for the first time anywhere, concept artwork/tests that was supposed to be used for the sequel video, "Bigfoot", which unfortunately never came to pass due to the untimely passing of Carter. Plus, Darin also shares a some very interesting tidbits on other possible supergroups that Sammy could have participated in way back then!Sit, back, crack open your favorite Sammy-libation of choice and crank it up! Be sure to check out our official YouTube channel - and our official Facebook page - for the companion video in order to view the artwork and render tests in all their glory!S5/Ep003: Official YOUTUBE CHANNEL Video companion: https://youtu.be/A-Ohb0vm3XgHere's the Official Get It Up" Video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ca83JiOVXM4Here's the Beatles Rock Band Trailer Darin pitched to Carter as reference: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rbe5mpI16KA"What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=enConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com
Whoa! 2025 is off to a great start for Redheads as Friday Jan. 31st we got the surprise new track "Fortune Teller Blues, featuring Sammy and blues wunderkind, Joe Bonamassa. But what IS this tune?!? Where did it come from?!? It sounds a bit like...Deep RED...or is it...RED Country Communion!?! In this impromptu reaction/review the Bo-Hosts speculate on the origins of this truly epic, and very inspiRED, tune and try to piece together the tangled timelines of how - and why - we got this surprise track right now..without any, ahem, fair warning??!( Not that we're complaining, and we'll gladly take more of it Sam! )"What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=enConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com
"BALANCE" turns 30 today!! Wow, where did 3 decades go?!? In this bittersweet episode the Bo-Hosts wax nostalgic on this most epic of albums and look back on what was a turbulent era for their favorite version of the band. The Bo-Hosts also discuss Balance's place in landscape of Rock N Roll circa 1995, the interesting origins of certain tracks, Eddie's personal challenges, his gear & evolving tone, and we also hear from friends & listeners on what the album means to them. Sadly, Balance was Van Halen's final, full-length studio album with Sammy, and as we would soon learn, the cracks that are now easily visible were about to break wide open, setting the stage for, as friend of the show, Martin Popoff, calls "Van Halen's Dark Ages". As the saying goes, "Hindsight's always 5150!"Enjoy, and today, be sure to spin "Balance" at full volume in salute to this monster disc!"What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=enConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com
Here we are again in that kinda awkward stretch between Christmas and New Years. All the presents have been unwrapped, all the yuletide tidings have been exchanged and the family gatherings are getting fewer and farther between. Well fear not as your intrepid Bo-Hosts have gotcha covered! As the snow falls and the temperatures drop, the Bo-Hosts crank up the heat with a special "Bonus" Otis Mini-Episode recorded face down in Cabo! In this episode, a vacationing Bo-host Brent again met up with Cabo Wabo Cantina co-founder, manager, and friend of the show, the alway awesome Jorge Viana! Jorge is always a fun hang and has much to say, so kick up your new slippers, slide on your new housecoat and whip up a fresh Waborita for a bonus episode so hot you'll need to apply sunscreen liberally!Thanks again to all our listeners and our guests for your continued support! 2024 was truly EPIC and we wish everyone an incredible 2025!HNY from the Bo-hosts!"What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=enConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com
Get out your comfy soft pants (preferably RED) and mix-up your Sammy favorite libation of choice as it's a super-sized "SAM-Stravaganza" Season 4 finale! To wrap an incredible Season 4, the Bo-Hosts look back at the sensational "Best Of All Worlds" summer 2024 tour and Bo-Host Brent provides a backstage (and sidestage) recap of it's final stop in St.Louis; the Redhead capital of the USA! Also, the Bo-Hosts welcome fellow longtime card-carrying Redhead Wes Combs, from Springfield, Missouri, who runs the Sammy-dedicated Instagram tribute page: red_rock_fanpage1013! It's 120 minute epic blow out- you won't be boRED!For more on Wes's awesome tribute page please visit:https://www.instagram.com/red_rock_fanpage1013/"What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=enConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com
Send us a textIn this episode the Bo-Hosts welcome fellow content creator, podcaster, gearhead and mega VH fan, the incomparable Johnny Beane! Johnny is also the host of his own popular YouTube channel; JohnnyBeane TV, where you will find weekly LIVE Guitar & music conversations, plus LOTS of EVH & Van Halen Guitar chats! Johnny's a fun hang and the conversation meanders from our fav Sammy albums, to AVH's new book, a pit stop at Satch and the BOAW tour, reminisces on what could have been after Balance, and we go WAY down the rabbit hole of EVH guitars, gear and chasin' tone! More on Johnny Beane:www.johnnybeane.comhttp://johnnybeane.tvhttps://www.facebook.com/johnnybeane/https://x.com/johnnybeanehttps://www.instagram.com/johnnybeane/"What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=enConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com
Send us a textIn this episode the Bo-Hosts are joined by musicologist, YouTube content creator and fellow RedHead, Tim Durling, author of the recently released RED ON BLACK: The Listener's Guide to Sammy Hagar! Tim stops by to give the Bo-Hosts the skinny on how he discovered Sammy Hagar, how the book came together, the endless Capitol-era "Truck Stop Tapes" that have been released and reveals his favourite/least-favourite songs & albums! Tim also weighs in on AVH's book launch interview comments and much, much more! Grab a Red Rocker Lager and crank it!To order Tim's book: https://www.amazon.com/RED-BLACK-Listeners-Guide-Sammy/dp/B0DJQG2V48?ref_=ast_author_mpbBe sure to visit Tim's awesome YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/TimsVinylConfessions"What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=enConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com
Send us a textSigh....it's tough being a Van Halen fan ain't it?"What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=enConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com
Send us a textCan Season 4 get any BIGGER? After an epic run of special guests, including the CEO of ROCK N' ROLL himself, the Bo-Hosts welcome back Sammy's longtime friend, percussionist and drummer David "Bro" Lauser for a discussion that tries it's very best to stay focused on the 40th Anniversary of 1984's "VOA"! As the classic Geffen-era album and it's mega-single "I Can't Drive 55" both celebrate the quadruple- decade milestone, Bro discusses the record's development, the recording process, and all his iconic drum fills that open the Sammy tunes we all know and love!! Even though "VOA" was the intended topic of discussion, the Bo-Hosts "go with the Bro" and follow Lauser's meanderings down all avenues of his history with Sammy, the Geffen era demos, his latest creative endeavors and beyond! So, put one foot on the brake and one on the gas and raise the checkered flag for Bro's RED recollections!"What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=enConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com
Send us a textIn this most EPIC of episodes, the Bo-Hosts sit down with fellow Redheads Chris Heathcoat and Greg Dulberg! These gents are not only longtime friends of the show and a great hang, they are also some of the main men helping keep the RED flame eternally burning for RedRocker Riders; Sammy's incREDibly rare, highly sought after and heavily customized RED & blacked-out mountain bike! Produced in VERY limited quantities from 1988-1992, the RedRocker mountain bike was the result of Sammy's passion for riding and was a bad motor scooter there at the dawn of the now globally-recognized sport. So fill your water bottles (with a Sammy libation of choice), oil your derailers, and check out the amazing history of another cool - and very collectible- item from Sammy's illustrious- and adventurous- career!Website:www.redrockerriders.comInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/redrockerriders/Mountain Bike Hall of Fame:mmbhof.orgFor more on Chris Heathcoat and Greg Dulberg check out:https://www.instagram.com/chris_heathcoat/https://www.instagram.com/gregdulberg/"What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=enConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com
Send us a Text Message.It doesn't get any bigger than this folks! In an episode of EPIC proportions, our intrepid Bo-Hosts were invited backstage at the BOAW Toronto stop to speak to the MAIN MAN himself! Yes, you read that right: it's the INTERVIEW SEQUEL to THE FILLMORE! On the only Canadian tour date, Sammy was even more generous with his pre-show time and hung with the Bo-Hosts at length to talk about the tour, the setlist, and how this current line-up came to be! Aside from flipping the tables to instead interview the Bo-Hosts, Sammy also provides a scoop on his future musical plans, and there's even a discussion on the next VH re-release!! All this, PLUS the Bo-Hosts compiled reactions, photos and concert footage from fellow fans, friends and listeners! It's an episode SO BIG, you're gonna need 2 sets of ears!"What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=enConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com
Send us a Text Message.Summer Nights just got hotter as Sammy, Mike, Joe and Jason kick off the highly anticipated 2024 The Best Of All Worlds Tour! For the sake of getting this out there ASAP, the Bo-Hosts forego the usual tweaks & fine-tune edits and unleash this episode "LIVE without a net" as they discuss the 1st two Florida shows and invite friend & fellow fan, Tim MacDonald, to provide his reactions. Tim's a longtime Sammy fan and card-carrying St.Louis Redhead who was at both Florida Shows!SPOILER ALERT- Please note we do get into setlists, songs, individual band performances and the onstage visuals...so you've been warned! For those who DO want a taste of what's to come, CRANK IT UP as Judgement Day is finally HERE!"What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=enConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com
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