Tunestiles Podcast

In this episode, multi-instrumentalist and singer Scott Klopfenstein, who rose to fame with Reel Big Fish & The Littlest Man band, joins us to talk about his ride on the ska-punk wave; the friendships and Orange County Ska scene that lead to Reel Big Fish, and the overnight-success the band had once "Turn The Radio Off" was released; working on the movie BASEketball with David Zucker, Trey Parker & Matt Stone; his latest singles "Welcome To New York," "The Hilarious" & "Average Man;" the recent documentary "Pick It Up: Ska In The 90's" (which he was a big part of); the live events he hosts on Twitch; and so, SO much more!   PURCHASE THE SINGLES: https://scottklopfenstein.bandcamp.com/   CONNECT WITH TUNESTILES FACEBOOK: http://facebook.com/tunestilespodcast INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/tunestilespodcast TWITTER: http://twitter.com/tunestiles YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/channel/UC5AVYaR0mC3H8LbMhuEK1ZA EMAIL: tunestilespodcast@gmail.com LISTENER LINE: (908) 975-9375   FOR MORE ON SCOTT KLOPFENSTEIN WEBSITE: https://scottklopfenstein.com/ FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/scottklopfensteinmusic INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/scottklopfenstein/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/saklopfenstein TWITCH: http://twitch.tv/scottklopfenstein YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/user/thelittlestman

In this episode, singer / songwriter Morgan Wade details: her debut solo album "Reckless," which was produced by Sadler Vaden and engineered by Paul Ebersold; the writing & recording process for the album; the stories behind the lyrics; the videos she produced last year for OurVinyl Sessions; her transition from fronting Morgan Wade & The Stepbrothers to forging her own solo career path, and so much more!   "Reckless" drops on March 19th & features 10 tracks, including the singles "Wilder Days" and "Don't Cry"   "RECKLESS" TRACK LISTING: 1. Wilder Days (Morgan Wade, Sadler Vaden) 2. Matches and Metaphors (Morgan Wade, Sadler Vaden) 3. Other Side (Morgan Wade) 4. Don’t Cry (Morgan Wade, Paul Ebersold) 5. Mend (Morgan Wade, Paul Ebersold) 6. Last Cigarette (Morgan Wade, Sadler Vaden, Paul Ebersold) 7. Take Me Away (Morgan Wade) 8. Reckless (Morgan Wade, Sadler Vaden) 9. Northern Air (Morgan Wade, Sadler Vaden) 10. Met You (Morgan Wade)   BUY THE ALBUM: https://orcd.co/morganwade-reckless   CONNECT WITH TUNESTILES FACEBOOK: http://facebook.com/tunestilespodcast INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/tunestilespodcast TWITTER: http://twitter.com/tunestiles YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/channel/UC5AVYaR0mC3H8LbMhuEK1ZA EMAIL: tunestilespodcast@gmail.com LISTENER LINE: (908) 975-9375   FOR MORE ON MORGAN WADE WEBSITE: https://morganwademusic.com/ FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/morgan.d.wade INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/morganwademusic/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/themorganwade YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/channel/UCtcdgXNGKeG8swZXr2d8AXg     Photo Credit: David McClister

In this episode, Justin Penik of Talkin’ Giants joins us to (ahem) talk about our favorite Super Bowl Halftime shows!    CONNECT WITH TUNESTILES FACEBOOK: facebook.com/tunestilespodcast INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tunestilespodcast TWITTER: twitter.com/tunestiles EMAIL: tunestilespodcast@gmail.com LISTENER LINE: (908) 975-9375   FOR MORE ON TALKIN' GIANTS WEBSITE: jomboymedia.com/portfolio/talkin-giants/ FACEBOOK: facebook.com/TalkinGiants TWITTER: twitter.com/TalkinGiants INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/talkingiants/ YOUTUBE: youtube.com/channel/UC7ObcUyUnDoydrRpmwu4Uew

In this episode, Jeremy Powell of BloodForVinyl.com joins us to discuss the state of the country music scene in 2020, as well as take a deep dive into the incredible catalog for Blackberry Smoke.   CONNECT WITH TUNESTILES FACEBOOK: facebook.com/tunestilespodcast INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tunestilespodcast TWITTER: twitter.com/tunestiles EMAIL: tunestilespodcast@gmail.com LISTENER LINE: (908) 975-9375   FOR MORE ON BLOOD FOR VINYL WEBSITE: bloodforvinyl.com TWITTER: twitter.com/bloodforvinyl INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/bloodforvinyl

In this episode, friend of the show Alex Gomez joins us to discuss the songs that should (and should never) be played at a wedding reception. Because, who else would know more about wedding reception music than us? And don’t answer that…   CONNECT WITH TUNESTILES FACEBOOK: facebook.com/tunestilespodcast INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tunestilespodcast TWITTER: twitter.com/tunestiles EMAIL: tunestilespodcast@gmail.com LISTENER LINE: (908) 975-9375

In this episode, Amanda Walsh, host of the Striking A Chord podcast, joins us to dive into the greatest hits albums that transcend the "compilation" status, to cement its status as an essential piece of a band or artists' catalog.    CONNECT WITH TUNESTILES FACEBOOK: facebook.com/tunestilespodcast INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tunestilespodcast TWITTER: twitter.com/tunestiles EMAIL: tunestilespodcast@gmail.com LISTENER LINE: (908) 975-9375   FOR MORE ON STRIKING A CHORD WEBSITE: tbkmagazine.com/category/striking-a-chord/ FACEBOOK: facebook.com/strikingachordofficial TWITTER: twitter.com/strikingachord6 INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/strikingachord

“What is this that stands before me?” It’s a new year, and all new episodes of Tunestiles, that’s what! In this episode: Jon Loree, drummer for Tantric & Triple Addiction joins us to take a deep dive into the Ozzy-era of Black Sabbath’s catalog.   CONNECT WITH TUNESTILES FACEBOOK: facebook.com/tunestilespodcast INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tunestilespodcast TWITTER: twitter.com/tunestiles EMAIL: tunestilespodcast@gmail.com LISTENER LINE: (908) 975-9375   FOR MORE ON TANTRIC / TRIPLE ADDICTION / JON LOREE TANTRIC FACEBOOK: facebook.com/Tantric TRIPLE ADDICTION WEBSITE: tripleaddiction.com/ TRIPLE ADDICTION FACEBOOK: facebook.com/TripleAddiction/ TRIPLE ADDICTION YOUTUBE: youtube.com/channel/UCvrvBW5U3fyztBhTlxgZQYg? JON'S DRUM STUDIO: Jonsdrumstudio.com JON'S FACBOOK: facebook.com/jon.loree.1 JON'S INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/jonsdrumstudio HITTING CIRCLES: Hittingcircles.org  

During the holidays, we gather with our favorite people and exchange gifts. But, I think we can all agree that not all gifts are exactly what we hoped for! Well, in honor of the season, Tunestiles joins up with Jim Santora, author of "Underrated Rock Book: The 200 Most Overlooked Albums 1970-2015," to tear into some of our favorite bands that gave us some...not so favorite albums --because, it's the thought that counts!! Happy Holidays from the Tunestiles Crew!   CONNECT WITH TUNESTILES FACEBOOK: facebook.com/tunestilespodcast INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tunestilespodcast TWITTER: twitter.com/tunestiles EMAIL: tunestilespodcast@gmail.com LISTENER LINE: (908) 975-9375   FOR MORE ON THE "UNDERRATED ROCK BOOK" WEBSITE: underratedrockbook.com AMAZON: amazon.com/Underrated-Rock-Book-Overlooked-1970-2015-ebook/dp/B07H2K5K49 BOOKS A MILLION: booksamillion.com/p/Underrated-Rock-Book/Jim-Santora-Jr/9781722845186?id=7442858218045 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/underratedrockbook TWITTER: twitter.com/URockBook

A show so nice, we had to do it twice! We're once-again joined by the "Songs From The Attic" radio program's host Melissa Boileau along with musician Jon Porobil for the exciting conclusion of our Billy Joel catalog dive!  In Part 2, we discuss our Top 3 picks Billy Joel albums, along with many other stories about his music, his videos and his live shows!    CONNECT WITH TUNESTILES FACEBOOK: facebook.com/tunestilespodcast INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tunestilespodcast TWITTER: twitter.com/tunestiles EMAIL: tunestilespodcast@gmail.com LISTENER LINE: (908) 975-9375   FOR MORE ON "SONGS FROM THE ATTIC" FACEBOOK: facebook.com/songsfromtheatticshow   FOR MORE ON JON POROBIL TWITTER: twitter.com/JonPorobil BANDCAMP: jonporobil.bandcamp.com/album/stages SPOTIFY: open.spotify.com/album/0Yk8qbyepIhidFz39qFyWj?si=Dg_mpKlMTwaEYBS7WRHJiw

We're joined by the "Songs From The Attic" radio program's host Melissa Boileau along with musician Jon Porobil to discuss (at great length length) the amazing catalog of Billy Joel.   In Part 1, we discuss our least favorite albums from Joel, along with our "honorable mention" albums (or, ones that *just* missed our Top 3 picks!)   CONNECT WITH TUNESTILES FACEBOOK: facebook.com/tunestilespodcast INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tunestilespodcast TWITTER: twitter.com/tunestiles EMAIL: tunestilespodcast@gmail.com LISTENER LINE: (908) 975-9375   FOR MORE ON "SONGS FROM THE ATTIC" FACEBOOK: facebook.com/songsfromtheatticshow   FOR MORE ON JON POROBIL TWITTER: twitter.com/JonPorobil BANDCAMP: jonporobil.bandcamp.com/album/stages SPOTIFY: open.spotify.com/album/0Yk8qbyepIhidFz39qFyWj?si=Dg_mpKlMTwaEYBS7WRHJiw

Peter “JR” Wasilewski, saxophone player for Less Than Jake sits down to dish on all things ska-punk, then and now; their new album “Silver Linings,” an appropriately-named album as we close the door on 2020; their first ever live-stream concert scheduled for Dec. 11th; their jaw-dropping 365 appearances at the Warped Tour; tales from road involving Snoop Dogg, Reel Big Fish, and Rick Neilsen, and much more!   CONNECT WITH TUNESTILES FACEBOOK: facebook.com/tunestilespodcast INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tunestilespodcast TWITTER: twitter.com/tunestiles EMAIL: tunestilespodcast@gmail.com LISTENER LINE: (908) 975-9375   FOR MORE ON LESS THAN JAKE WEBSITE: lessthanjake.com FACEBOOK: facebook.com/lessthanjake/ TWITTER: twitter.com/lessthanjake/ INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/lessthanjake YOUTUBE: youtube.com/user/lessthanjake

In this episode, we talk all silly with Johnny Brennan, the mastermind behind The Jerky Boys, about their brand new album (their first album of new material in 20 years!); Johnny's work on Family Guy; taking a phone prank skit to the big screen in "The Jerky Boys The Movie"; working with the Insane Clown Posse on "Big Money Hustlas"; and plenty of Frank Rizzo, Sol Rosenberg and all the characters you've imitated and laughed along with!    CONNECT WITH TUNESTILES FACEBOOK: facebook.com/tunestilespodcast INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tunestilespodcast TWITTER: twitter.com/tunestiles EMAIL: tunestilespodcast@gmail.com LISTENER LINE: (908) 975-9375   FOR MORE ON THE JERKY BOYS WEBSITE: thejerkyboys.com CAMEO: cameo.com/johnnybrennan FACEBOOK: facebook.com/jerkyboysjohnny/ TWITTER: twitter.com/JERKYBOYSJOHNNY INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/jerkyboyjohnny/ YOUTUBE: youtube.com/channel/UCZUtAW-TViu_q4PiMf9-yZQ

Now that we waved Brenda & Eddie goodbye, tune in to hear us dissect our (as well as YOUR) favorite fictional song characters!   CONNECT WITH TUNESTILES FACEBOOK: facebook.com/tunestilespodcast INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tunestilespodcast TWITTER: twitter.com/tunestiles EMAIL: tunestilespodcast@gmail.com LISTENER LINE: (908) 975-9375

Jason Alexander, drummer for Colburn & Co., returns to the show to dive deep into Aerosmith’s catalog to rank our favorite (and least favorite) albums from the bad boys from Boston!   CONNECT WITH TUNESTILES FACEBOOK: facebook.com/tunestilespodcast INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tunestilespodcast TWITTER: twitter.com/tunestiles EMAIL: tunestilespodcast@gmail.com LISTENER LINE: (908) 975-9375

Dr. David Crider, of Upstate NY’s Oswego State University, returns to the show to dive deep in to Pearl Jam’s catalog to rank our favorite (and least favorite) albums from the band!  CONNECT WITH TUNESTILESFACEBOOK: facebook.com/tunestilespodcastINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tunestilespodcastTWITTER: twitter.com/tunestilesEMAIL: tunestilespodcast@gmail.comLISTENER LINE: (908) 975-9375

Will Turpin, bass player for Collective Soul, joins us once again, only this time, we're talking about the mighty Van Halen! Along with a catalog dive, Will talks about Collective Soul's time on the road with Sammy, Michael, Alex & Eddie; as well as the relationships he's maintained with the band ever since.  We also talk about the band's 25th anniversary of their 1995 Self Titled album, the reception to their recent Record Store Day release of Half & Half, and not one but TWO upcoming albums from the band!    CONNECT WITH TUNESTILES FACEBOOK: facebook.com/tunestilespodcast INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tunestilespodcast TWITTER: twitter.com/tunestiles EMAIL: tunestilespodcast@gmail.com LISTENER LINE: (908) 975-9375   FOR MORE ON COLLECTIVE SOUL WEBSITE: collectivesoul.com/ FACEBOOK: facebook.com/collectivesoul TWITTER: twitter.com/collectivesoul INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/collectivesoul/ YOUTUBE: youtube.com/user/collectivesoultv

In this episode: we’re joined by Ben & Wayne, co-hosts of the Records Revisited Podcast to celebrate the amazing catalog of Tom Petty, including his work with The Heartbreakers, Mudcrutch, Stevie Nicks and much more!    CONNECT WITH TUNESTILES FACEBOOK: facebook.com/tunestilespodcast INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tunestilespodcast TWITTER: twitter.com/tunestiles EMAIL: tunestilespodcast@gmail.com LISTENER LINE: (908) 975-9375   FOR MORE ON RECORDS REVISITED: WEBSITE: recordsrevisited.podomatic.com FACEBOOK: facebook.com/recordsrevisitedpodcast TWITTER: twitter.com/podcastrecords INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/recordsrevisitedpodcast

We’re finally back riders! It's certainly been a while, and we all have a LOT of catching up to do! But now that Jay & his family are firmly planted in Atlanta, we’re both ready to start nerding out over music once again! In this brand-new episode: we’re joined by Derrek Carriveau, host of the I F'n Love This Record Podcast to debut a new “stile” of Tunestiles’ episode: the catalog dive. And what better way to kick things off then with the mighty Metallica?!   CONNECT WITH TUNESTILES FACEBOOK: facebook.com/tunestilespodcast INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tunestilespodcast TWITTER: twitter.com/tunestiles EMAIL: tunestilespodcast@gmail.com LISTENER LINE: (908) 975-9375     FOR MORE ON I F’N LOVE THIS RECORD: WEBSITE: lovethisrecord.com FACEBOOK: facebook.com/lovethisrecord TWITTER: twitter.com/lovethisrecord1 INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/lovethisrecord1

Radio legend Lou Brutus, host of Harddrive XL & SiriusXM Senior Program Director, joins us to discuss his new book "Sonic Warrior: My Life as a Rock N Roll Reprobate: Tales of Sex, Drugs, and Vomiting at Inopportune Moments" CONNECT WITH TUNESTILES FACEBOOK: facebook.com/tunestilespodcast INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tunestilespodcast TWITTER: twitter.com/tunestiles EMAIL: tunestilespodcast@gmail.com LISTENER LINE: (908) 975-9375   PURCHASE "SONIC WARRIOR" AMAZON: https://www.amazon.com/Sonic-Warrior-Reprobate-Vomiting-Inopportune/dp/1644280760 B&N: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/sonic-warrior-lou-brutus/1136247673?ean=9781644280768#/ RARE BIRD BOOKS: https://rare-bird-books.myshopify.com/products/sonic-warrior-my-life-as-rock-and-roll-reprobate   FOR MORE ON LOU BRUTUS: WEBSITE: loubrutus.com/ FACEBOOK: facebook.com/loubrutusrocks TWITTER: twitter.com/loubrutus INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/loubrutus YOUTUBE: youtube.com/loubrutus

Mark Farner, formerly of Grand Funk Railroad, joins us to talk about the 50th anniversary of the band's classic LP "Closer To Home;" recording with Todd Rundgren & Frank Zappa; selling out (then) Shea Stadium faster than The Beatles; touring with Ringo Starr's All Star Band; and much, much more!  CONNECT WITH TUNESTILES FACEBOOK: facebook.com/tunestilespodcast INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tunestilespodcast TWITTER: twitter.com/tunestiles EMAIL: tunestilespodcast@gmail.com LISTENER LINE: (908) 975-9375   FOR MORE ON MARK FARNER'S AMERICAN BAND WEBSITE: markfarner.com/ FACEBOOK: facebook.com/MarkFarnerAmericanBand/ TWITTER: twitter.com/REALMARKFARNER INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/markfarners_americanband/ YOUTUBE: youtube.com/channel/UCznmIMGTb1Ysyie3mEk6dPQ  

Wade Cota, a contestant on 2019's season of American Idol, discusses his takeaways from being on the show, the challenges he's faced since finishing 4th on a talent-packed season, the support he's received from fans of the show both during and post show, and releasing his new EP "Big Feet Baby Steps."   CONNECT WITH TUNESTILES FACEBOOK: facebook.com/tunestilespodcast INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tunestilespodcast TWITTER: twitter.com/tunestiles EMAIL: tunestilespodcast@gmail.com LISTENER LINE: (908) 975-9375   FOR MORE ON WADE COTA WEBSITE: www.wadecota.com/ FACEBOOK: facebook.com/WadeCotaOfficial/ TWITTER: twitter.com/WadeCota INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/wadecota/ YOUTUBE: youtube.com/channel/UCS1khNB7IfkSeixgihjovNQ/videos  

The Lickerish Quartet’s Tim Smith joins us to discuss this new project from himself, Roger Manning and Eric Dover (all formerly of Jellyfish) and their first in a trio of new EPs, “Threesome, Vol. 1” which was just released.   CONNECT WITH TUNESTILES FACEBOOK: facebook.com/tunestilespodcast INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tunestilespodcast TWITTER: twitter.com/tunestiles EMAIL: tunestilespodcast@gmail.com LISTENER LINE: (908) 975-9375   FOR MORE ON THE LICKERISH QUARTET WEBSITE: thelickerishquartet.com/ FACEBOOK: facebook.com/thelickerishquartet/ TWITTER: twitter.com/TheLickerish INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/thelickerishquartet/ YOUTUBE: instagram.com/thelickerishquartet/

Ryan Newell, lead guitarist for Sister Hazel, joins us to talk all things hazelnut: from their fan-centric approach to putting their music out to the masses; their natural progression in the country music genre (while still holding onto their pop-rock roots); the impressive roster of cover songs they've performed & released over the years; their yearly special events (and how COVID-19 has impacted them); the new beer "Ale For You" which has recently been launched; their latest album "Elements" which combines their last 4 EPs (“Water,” “Wind,” “Fire” & “Earth”) and how the EP approach might be the avenue in which the band continues to release new music!   (As mentioned in the show) "LEARNING TO FLY" (The Colburn & Co. Quarantine Jam):  https://youtu.be/wTErfoVExHU   CONNECT WITH TUNESTILES FACEBOOK: facebook.com/tunestilespodcast INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tunestilespodcast TWITTER: twitter.com/tunestiles EMAIL: tunestilespodcast@gmail.com LISTENER LINE: (908) 975-9375   FOR MORE ON SISTER HAZEL WEBSITE: sisterhazel.com/ FACEBOOK: facebook.com/SisterHazel TWITTER: twitter.com/sisterhazelband INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/sisterhazelband/ YOUTUBE: youtube.com/user/SisterHazelWeb

Ryan Montbleau, jam-band / singer-songwriter extraordinaire joins us to discuss his multitude of musical projects that he balances on the regular: from his live-streamed solo shows that have become welcome musical retreat from the COVID-19 madness; his work alongside electrofolk duo Tall Heights; recording with an all-star line of Anders Osborne (guitar), George Porter Jr. (bass), Ivan Neville (keyboards), and Simon Lott (drums) for his "For Higher" album; his stripped down "I Was Just Leaving" release; his side-project Yes Darling which also features Hayley Jane; and the stories behind some of his most popular songs!    CONNECT WITH TUNESTILES FACEBOOK: facebook.com/tunestilespodcast INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tunestilespodcast TWITTER: twitter.com/tunestiles EMAIL: tunestilespodcast@gmail.com LISTENER LINE: (908) 975-9375   FOR MORE ON RYAN MONTBLEAU WEBSITE: ryanmontbleau.com/ FACEBOOK: facebook.com/Montbleau TWITTER: twitter.com/ryanmontbleau INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/ryanmontbleau YOUTUBE: youtube.com/user/RyanMontbleau

Matt Nelson, 1/2 of the brother's Nelson, joins us to discuss the 30th anniversary of the bands massive breakthrough album "After The Rain;" the struggles the band faced with its true follow up "Imaginator;" recording with Steel Panther on two of their albums; the brother's "Ricky Nelson Remembered" tribute concerts; recording a fully remote song, "Be The Change" with Elvis Monroe (a band featuring Bryan Hopkins of Paperback Hero & Ben Carey of Lifehouse / Savage Garden); First Born Sons, the new country-rock flavored project the brothers are putting the finishing touches on; and so much more!  CONNECT WITH TUNESTILES FACEBOOK: facebook.com/tunestilespodcast INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tunestilespodcast TWITTER: twitter.com/tunestiles EMAIL: tunestilespodcast@gmail.com LISTENER LINE: (908) 975-9375   FOR MORE ON NELSON WEBSITE: matthewandgunnarnelson.com/ FACEBOOK: facebook.com/NELSONtheband/ TWITTER: twitter.com/matthewandgun INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/nelson_band/

Doug Aldrich, lead guitarist for The Dead Daisies, riffs on the band's upcoming Glenn Hughes-fronted album; The Revolution Saints' latest release "Rise;" his lead guitar work for both Dio and Whitesnake; and his work with the band Lion, including the theme song to the original 1986 "Transformers: The Movie" soundtrack.    CONNECT WITH TUNESTILES FACEBOOK: facebook.com/tunestilespodcast INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tunestilespodcast TWITTER: twitter.com/tunestiles EMAIL: tunestilespodcast@gmail.com LISTENER LINE: (908) 975-9375   FOR MORE ON DOUG ALDRICH / THE DEAD DAISIES WEBSITE: thedeaddaisies.com/ FACEBOOK: facebook.com/DougAldrich.official/ | facebook.com/TheDeadDaisies TWITTER: twitter.com/Douglas_Aldrich | twitter.com/TheDeadDaisies INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/douglasaldrichguitar/ | instagram.com/thedeaddaisies/ YOUTUBE: youtube.com/user/TheDeadDaisies

Sean from the WDIM Podcast joins us to discuss everyone’s favorite 80’s metal and hair band hits that AREN’T ballads!   CONNECT WITH TUNESTILES FACEBOOK: facebook.com/tunestilespodcast INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tunestilespodcast TWITTER: twitter.com/tunestiles EMAIL: tunestilespodcast@gmail.com LISTENER LINE: (908) 975-9375   FOR MORE ON WDIM PODCAST WEBSITE: wdimpodcast.com FACEBOOK: facebook.com/wdimpodcast TWITTER: twitter.com/wdimpodcast INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/wdimpodcast YOUTUBE: youtube.com/channel/UCZ853FBQFiojA12fBC8XlMg

Will Turpin, bass player for Collective Soul, talks about the band's 25 year history; their new EP "Half & Half" which features covers of Neil Young & R.E.M.; and how the band has stayed true to their unique blend of rock and pop music.    CONNECT WITH TUNESTILES FACEBOOK: facebook.com/tunestilespodcast INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tunestilespodcast TWITTER: twitter.com/tunestiles EMAIL: tunestilespodcast@gmail.com LISTENER LINE: (908) 975-9375   FOR MORE ON COLLECTIVE SOUL WEBSITE: collectivesoul.com/ FACEBOOK: facebook.com/collectivesoul TWITTER: twitter.com/collectivesoul INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/collectivesoul/ YOUTUBE: youtube.com/user/collectivesoultv

In this episode: Richie Kotzen discusses how the hard rock scene has evolved throughout his career; the time spent with Mr. Big, forging his future collaborations with Billy Sheehan in the Winery Dogs; and how his new compilation album, 50 For 50, came together to mark his 50th birthday.   CONNECT WITH TUNESTILES FACEBOOK: facebook.com/tunestilespodcast INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tunestilespodcast TWITTER: twitter.com/tunestiles EMAIL: tunestilespodcast@gmail.com LISTENER LINE: (908) 975-9375   FOR MORE ON RICHIE KOTZEN WEBSITE: richiekotzen.com/ FACEBOOK: facebook.com/richiekotzenmusic TWITTER: twitter.com/richie_kotzen INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/richie_kotzen/ YOUTUBE: youtube.com/user/RichieKotzenOfficial

In this episode, Kelly Ogden of The Dollyrots talks about her 2 decades on the pop-punk scene; working in the band with her husband Luis, and the family aspect they bring on the road; working with Joan Jett's Blackheart Records as well as Little Steven's Wicked Cool Records; her side project Jaret & Kelly (with Jaret Reddick of Bowling For Soup); her SiriusXM Radio Program; and the band's upcoming "Make Me Hot" tour!    CONNECT WITH TUNESTILES FACEBOOK: facebook.com/tunestilespodcast INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tunestilespodcast TWITTER: twitter.com/tunestiles EMAIL: tunestilespodcast@gmail.com LISTENER LINE: (908) 975-9375   FOR MORE ON THE DOLLYROTS WEBSITE: dollyrots.com/ FACEBOOK: facebook.com/thedollyrots TWITTER: twitter.com/thedollyrots INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/thedollyrots/ YOUTUBE: youtube.com/user/dollyrotted

In this episode: we called upon you, the riders, to chime on your favorite acoustic renditions of songs, and you didn't disappoint! We comb through our emails, social media channels and voicemails to discuss everything from Tom Petty, No Doubt, John Mayer, Eric Clapton, Kiss, Stone Temple Pilots, Disturbed, Little Big Town, Johnny Cash, and Metallica - and that's just the tip of the acoustic iceberg!!   CONNECT WITH TUNESTILES FACEBOOK: facebook.com/tunestilespodcast INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tunestilespodcast TWITTER: twitter.com/tunestiles EMAIL: tunestilespodcast@gmail.com LISTENER LINE: (908) 975-9375  

In this episode: Franklin Hardy, co-executive producer and writer for High Fidelity discusses Hulu’s brand new hit series; the liberties the writing team took with the original source material; working with Zoë Kravitz; the balance between the comedy & drama within the program; and the playful nods to the 1995 book by Nick Hornby as well as the 2000 movie starring John Cusack, Lisa Bonet and Jack Black (in his breakout role).   CONNECT WITH TUNESTILES FACEBOOK: facebook.com/tunestilespodcast INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tunestilespodcast TWITTER: twitter.com/tunestiles EMAIL: tunestilespodcast@gmail.com LISTENER LINE: (908) 975-9375   WATCH SEASON 1 OF "HIGH FIDELITY" HULU: https://www.hulu.com/series/high-fidelity-52cb09be-ccc9-4eb4-9db8-f00b0443b2f5   FOR MORE ON FRANKLIN HARDY TWITTER: https://twitter.com/franklinhardy INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/franklinhardy/

Sayerville, NJ: Home of Jon Bon Jovi, Skid Row's Dave Sabo, and the world-famous Starland Ballroom! In this episode: we make our way backstage in "Silent Lucidity" to speak with Queensrÿche guitarist Michael Wilton...and here's a "Warning", fair riders: building an "Empire" comes easily for the band, having released their latest Album "The Verdict" after nearly 40 years of power metal! Missing this episode would be a...."ok, seriously with these puns? Really?? sigh ok"...Would be a "Mindcrime."Ugh. Ok. We're done, we promise!   CONNECT WITH TUNESTILES FACEBOOK: facebook.com/tunestilespodcast INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tunestilespodcast TWITTER: twitter.com/tunestiles EMAIL: tunestilespodcast@gmail.com LISTENER LINE: (908) 975-9375   FOR MORE ON QUEENSRYCHE WEBSITE: queensrycheofficial.com/ FACEBOOK: facebook.com/QueensrycheOfficial/ TWITTER: twitter.com/queensryche INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/queensrycheofficial/ YOUTUBE: youtube.com/queensrycheofficial

In this episode: Clinton Clegg on The Commonheart talks about the resurgence of soul music over the last several years, the writing and recording process for their latest album “Pressure,” and the overall challenges of touring / maintaining a 9-piece soul machine.   CONNECT WITH TUNESTILES FACEBOOK: facebook.com/tunestilespodcast INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tunestilespodcast TWITTER: twitter.com/tunestiles EMAIL: tunestilespodcast@gmail.com LISTENER LINE: (908) 975-9375   FOR MORE ON THE COMMONHEART WEBSITE: thecommonheart.com FACEBOOK: facebook.com/thecommonheartband TWITTER: twitter.com/the_commonheart INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/the_commonheart/ YOUTUBE: youtube.com/c/TheCommonheart

'I Want My Al TV!' Let's face it: everyone...EVERYONE...knows at least one song by "Weird Al" Yankovic. This week, John and Kevin's Big Stupid Podcast joins us to talk about The King of Novelty himself: from his permeation into the very fabric of pop culture, to his songs (both originals & parodies), live performances, and endless movie cameos!   CONNECT WITH TUNESTILES FACEBOOK: facebook.com/tunestilespodcast INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tunestilespodcast TWITTER: twitter.com/tunestiles EMAIL: tunestilespodcast@gmail.com LISTENER LINE: (908) 975-9375   FOR MORE ON JOHN & KEVIN'S BIG STUPID PODCAST ANCHOR: anchor.fm/kevin918 iTUNES: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/john-kevins-big-stupid-podcast/id1341006580 SPOTIFY: open.spotify.com/show/2thGpvu12sWrJ1Vct0g2tp

Patty Lynn, lead singer of The Wind + The Wave, discusses a myriad of topics including: how mental health advocacy plays a huge role in her songwriting; the details of the band's upcoming The Feelings Club tour; the songwriting dynamic between her and musical partner-in-crime Dwight Baker; how having the band’s music appear in shows such as Grey's Anatomy, Nashville, Hart Of Dixie & The Vampire Diaries has helped introduce the band to new listeners; hosting their own podcast The Dwight & Patty Show; and the details surrounding their upcoming 80's flavored covers EP “Covers Two.”   CONNECT WITH TUNESTILES FACEBOOK: facebook.com/tunestilespodcast INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tunestilespodcast TWITTER: twitter.com/tunestiles EMAIL: tunestilespodcast@gmail.com LISTENER LINE: (908) 975-9375   FOR MORE ON THE WIND + THE WAVE WEBSITE: thewindandthewave.com "THE FEELINGS CLUB" TOUR: thewindandthewave.com/tour-dates FACEBOOK: facebook.com/thewindandthewave TWITTER: twitter.com/thewindthewave INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/thewindthewave "THE DWIGHT & PATTY SHOW" PODCAST: bit.ly/TWTW-ApplePodcast YOUTUBE: youtube.com/channel/UCobhBwBTF6Ea4ltyPgK4otw

We usually try to keep things positive on Tunestiles, but that all changes this week! As self-proclaimed music-nerds, we've all been to our fair share of concerts, and at those we've witnessed some pretty insane things...outside of music.   In this episode: Comedian Sean Morton joins us to talk about our collective concert pet peeves and what proper concert etiquette should be. We won't spill everything here, but we will state the obvious in two simple words: common sense!!!   CONNECT WITH TUNESTILES FACEBOOK: facebook.com/tunestilespodcast INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tunestilespodcast TWITTER: twitter.com/tunestiles EMAIL: tunestilespodcast@gmail.com LISTENER LINE: (908) 975-9375   FOR MORE ON SEAN MORTON WEBSITE: seanmortoncomedy.com FACEBOOK: facebook.com/seanmortoncomedy TWITTER: twitter.com/SEANMORTONCOMIC INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/SEANMORTONCOMIC YOUTUBE: youtube.com/user/seanmortoncomedy

In this episode: we talk with Sons Of Apollo’s lead singer Jeff Scott Soto about the band’s upcoming studio album “MMXX,” their performance with a full symphony orchestra (which was released as a concert film and CD in 2019), and what it’s like to work within this prog rock supergroup along side Mike Portnoy, Ron “Bumblefoot” Thal, Billy Sheehan, and Derek Sherinian. We also dive into Jeff’s amazing body of work outside of SOA, including his work with Journey, Yngwie Malmsteen, Trans-Siberian Orchestra, W.E.T., S.O.T.O., Kryst the Conqueror (which featured Jerry Only And Doyle Wolfgang Von Frankenstien), and Steel Dragon (the fictional band that’s the centerpiece for the movie “Rock Star.”)   CONNECT WITH TUNESTILES FACEBOOK: facebook.com/tunestilespodcast INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tunestilespodcast TWITTER: twitter.com/tunestiles EMAIL: tunestilespodcast@gmail.com LISTENER LINE: (908) 975-9375   FOR MORE ON SONS OF APOLLO WEBSITE: sonsofapollo.com FACEBOOK: facebook.com/SonsOfApollo1 TWITTER: twitter.com/sonsofapollo1 INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/sonsofapollo1 YOUTUBE: youtube.com/channel/UCK9TdPyokQ3DmgkKMNyk9-A

When it comes to rock bands, how do you define "success?" In this episode: Jim Santora, author of "Underrated Rock Book: The 200 Most Overlooked Albums 1970-2015," joins us to re-discover some amazing rock bands that simply aren't as well known as maybe they should be.    CONNECT WITH TUNESTILES FACEBOOK: facebook.com/tunestilespodcast INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tunestilespodcast TWITTER: twitter.com/tunestiles EMAIL: tunestilespodcast@gmail.com LISTENER LINE: (908) 975-9375   FOR MORE ON THE "UNDERRATED ROCK BOOK" WEBSITE: underratedrockbook.com AMAZON: amazon.com/Underrated-Rock-Book-Overlooked-1970-2015-ebook/dp/B07H2K5K49 BOOKS A MILLION: booksamillion.com/p/Underrated-Rock-Book/Jim-Santora-Jr/9781722845186?id=7442858218045 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/underratedrockbook TWITTER: twitter.com/URockBook

  In this episode: we close out 2019 by continuing to comb through your picks for the greatest live albums of all time.  We also include a heated discussion on who reigns supreme in the ultimate Muppet Music Band: Dr. Teeth & The Electric Mayhem or The Riverbottom Nightmare Band.    CONNECT WITH TUNESTILES FACEBOOK: facebook.com/tunestilespodcast INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tunestilespodcast TWITTER: twitter.com/tunestiles EMAIL: tunestilespodcast@gmail.com LISTENER LINE: (908) 975-9375

In this episode: we crank up the intensities in 10 cities, calm down for those unplugged moments, and opine on the live albums that are so good, they stand out vs. a band's studio work. We also include all of your favorite live album picks, and talk about the un-needed doctoring of live albums in the studio.   CONNECT WITH TUNESTILES FACEBOOK: facebook.com/tunestilespodcast INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tunestilespodcast TWITTER: twitter.com/tunestiles EMAIL: tunestilespodcast@gmail.com LISTENER LINE: (908) 975-9375

In this episode: We check in with Lawrence Gowan, the lead singer and keyboardist for Styx, to talk about the longevity of "The Grand Illusion" called rock music, what makes Classic Rock "classic," future Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductions and bringing his "Renegade" progressive rock influence to one of the greatest rock and roll bands of all time! ...and you're fooling yourself, if you don't believe it!   CONNECT WITH TUNESTILES FACEBOOK: facebook.com/tunestilespodcast INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tunestilespodcast TWITTER: twitter.com/tunestiles EMAIL: tunestilespodcast@gmail.com LISTENER LINE: (908) 975-9375   FOR MORE ON STYX WEBSITE: styxworld.com/ FACEBOOK: facebook.com/styxtheband TWITTER: twitter.com/STYXtheband INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/styxtheband/ YOUTUBE: youtube.com/user/styxtheband  

"Three musicians and a teacher walk into an Italian Restaurant...." In this episode: we're joined by two the biggest Billy Joel Fans in Central New York, Melissa and Teddy Boileau, hosts of "Songs From the Attic" (which can be heard on WVOA-FM) to discuss our favorite Billy Joel concerts, songs and albums, plus some unique behind-the-scenes stories from some of Joel's bandmates. Are you in a "New York State of Mind" yet? Because we sure are!!   CONNECT WITH TUNESTILES FACEBOOK: facebook.com/tunestilespodcast INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tunestilespodcast TWITTER: twitter.com/tunestiles EMAIL: tunestilespodcast@gmail.com LISTENER LINE: (908) 975-9375   FOR MORE ON "SONGS FROM THE ATTIC" FACEBOOK: facebook.com/songsfromtheatticshow  

In this episode: we take a break from discussing the music we consume, and switch the focus to HOW we choose to consume it. We dish on everything from: vinyl's long-and-steady resurgence, cassette's niche appeal, CD's holding on for dear life, the rise (and fall?) of digital downloads, the overwhelming number of streaming options, and the attempt to bring true high-resolution audio into the digital realm).    CONNECT WITH TUNESTILES FACEBOOK: facebook.com/tunestilespodcast INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tunestilespodcast TWITTER: twitter.com/tunestiles EMAIL: tunestilespodcast@gmail.com LISTENER LINE: (908) 975-9375  

In this episode: They're gettin' the band back together, man! And we take a look into their motivations...Groups like My Chemical Romance, Rage Against The Machine, The Black Crowes, and even Motley Crue all announced tours this year. Are they cashing in on the nostalgia factor of their fans? Or, could there be something more of a marketing strategy behind it? Hot takes on the concert scene!   CONNECT WITH TUNESTILES FACEBOOK: facebook.com/tunestilespodcast INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tunestilespodcast TWITTER: twitter.com/tunestiles EMAIL: tunestilespodcast@gmail.com LISTENER LINE: (908) 975-9375  

In this episode: special guest Tom Keifer, formerly of Cinderella, joins us to talk about his new studio album "Rise;" the live-in-studio approach he took to recording the effort; the struggles he's faced (and overcome) with vocal cord paralysis; the way Cinderella's sound evolved to include elements of hard rock, the blues and roots music; his re-recording of the Cinderella classic "Nobody's Fool" with Lzzy Hale of Halestorm; and how he feels the state of rock music has evolved since "Night Songs" was first released.    CONNECT WITH TUNESTILES FACEBOOK: facebook.com/tunestilespodcast INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tunestilespodcast TWITTER: twitter.com/tunestiles EMAIL: tunestilespodcast@gmail.com LISTENER LINE: (908) 975-9375   FOR MORE ON TOM KEIFER WEBSITE: tomkeifer.com/ FACEBOOK: facebook.com/TomKeiferOfficial TWITTER: twitter.com/tomkeifermusic INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tomkeiferofficial/ YOUTUBE: youtube.com/channel/UCtir8oqdGm-srjgziUVGUNA  

In this episode, just in time for Thanksgiving Festivities, our two turkeys dish on all your favorite food songs! Indulge in some of the all-time classics, but eat what you take! Pass the salt...?   CONNECT WITH TUNESTILES FACEBOOK: facebook.com/tunestilespodcast INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tunestilespodcast TWITTER: twitter.com/tunestiles EMAIL: tunestilespodcast@gmail.com LISTENER LINE: (908) 975-9375  

In this episode: thanks to the huge amount of feedback from the riders, we talk about dozens of albums, released after the year 2000, that are considered "classic" (meaning, they'll still be well-regarded decades from now).    CONNECT WITH TUNESTILES FACEBOOK: facebook.com/tunestilespodcast INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tunestilespodcast TWITTER: twitter.com/tunestiles EMAIL: tunestilespodcast@gmail.com LISTENER LINE: (908) 975-9375  

In this episode: We breakdown the 2020 Rock And Roll Hall of Fame nominees, discuss the various genres that fall under the term "rock and roll," and shine a light on this year's nominee snubs (Seriously?! No Iron Maiden?! Again?!)   CONNECT WITH TUNESTILES FACEBOOK: facebook.com/tunestilespodcast INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tunestilespodcast TWITTER: twitter.com/tunestiles EMAIL: tunestilespodcast@gmail.com LISTENER LINE: (908) 975-9375  

In this episode: we talk about the album artwork that tells you a story, before you even hear the first song on the record!    CONNECT WITH TUNESTILES FACEBOOK: facebook.com/tunestilespodcast INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tunestilespodcast TWITTER: twitter.com/tunestiles EMAIL: tunestilespodcast@gmail.com LISTENER LINE: (908) 975-9375  

With this weekend being the 50th Anniversary of Woodstock, in this episode: we discuss the recently failed Woodstock 50, the Fyre Festival debacle, and what our (and your) thoughts are on music festivals in general!    CONNECT WITH TUNESTILES FACEBOOK: facebook.com/tunestilespodcast INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tunestilespodcast TWITTER: twitter.com/tunestiles EMAIL: tunestilespodcast@gmail.com LISTENER LINE: (908) 975-9375