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Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 396 - What's Your Best Could Be Someone Else's Worst"Hey, I heard you missed us. WE'RE BACK!" Starting with this episode, we plan to resume producing one podcast episode per month instead of dropping random episodes like we've been doing. 2025 has been the craziest year. Anyway, Bill came up with the idea for this episode. We each picked two albums for everyone to listen to and give their thought on. In typical Ages of Rock fashion, we laugh, poke fun at each other, and give our not so humble opinions on each other's picks. We also take a few minutes to talk about recent happenings in the worlds...
2025-10-091h 10Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 395 - Concert Reviews and MoreIn this episode, we catch up on recent events including Allen's finds while cleaning out his mother-in-law's house, Dennis' new guitar, and their various music equipment acquisitions. They share detailed accounts of recent and upcoming concerts they've attended or plan to attend, including performances by Men at Work, Christopher Cross, Toto, Rod Stewart, Cheap Trick, and Queensrÿche, with special mention of Bill's experience at the Sphere in Las Vegas. We conclude the episode by discussing KISS's upcoming Kennedy Center Honor induction and analyzing interesting statistics about KISS band members' touring history.
2025-08-191h 04
Ages Of Rock Podcast2025 ROCKNPOD - Lost CircusBill kicks off the morning of ROCKNPOD 2025 talking to members of Lost Circus. They recently debuted their new single UNINVITED, which is an Alanis Morissette cover. The video for this single was directed by Calico Cooper.
2025-05-2207 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 392 - Our Top 5 Albums from 1975We discussed our experiences at the latest Rocknpod, new additions to Dennis' guitar collection, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees for 2025, and our top 5 favorite albums from 1975. We also reminisced about our attendance at the first Rocknpod back in 2017 and Bill showcased a unique piece of KISS artwork made from vinyl records.
2025-05-0148 min
Ages Of Rock Podcast2025 ROCKNPOD - Brian SlagelBill talks with Metal Blade Records founder Brian Slagel. The conversation starts with Brian stating that he still loves working in the music industry, emphasizing passion over it feeling like a job. He says that the music itself hasn't changed much, but mentions how the business has evolved from vinyl to cassettes, CDs, and now streaming. Brian has started a podcast discussing heavy metal history and current trends, featuring notable guests from the metal community. Metal Blade Records continues to thrive with bands playing major venues and maintaining the genre's vitality.
2025-04-2909 min
Ages Of Rock Podcast2025 ROCKNPOD - BlackwoodBill interviews Chris O'Brien from Blackwood, a Nashville band. The discussion begins with an observation about the resurgence of physical media like CDs and vinyl, with vinyl sales recently surpassing CDs. Chris mentions the challenges of producing vinyl due to high costs for small batches. They emphasize the importance of artists pushing quality content and supplementing income through merchandise. Blackwood recently released a new single "One Track Mind" featuring Kameron Jane, marking their first vocal collaboration. Bill proposed the idea for a "Nashville to Nashville" concert event linking Nashville, Tennessee, and Nashville, Indiana.
2025-04-2208 min
Ages Of Rock Podcast2025 ROCKNPOD - Martin MotnikMartin Motnik and Bill start the conversation with a discussion about Accept's recent break after a busy year. The band will be celebrating their 50th anniversary with plans for an anniversary album featuring guest musicians. They also talk about upcoming shows in May, including performances in Japan and opening for Judas Priest in Europe. Martin reflects on the surreal experience of performing with idols and the ups and downs of touring. He also talks about the adrenaline rush of performing live and the connection with the audience.
2025-04-1813 min
Ages Of Rock Podcast2025 ROCKNPOD - Roy CatheyBill talks with Roy Cathey, from the band The Fifth. The conversation starts with Bill praising Roy's performance at the Rare Hare show from the night before. Roy shares his excitement about performing with admired musicians like Billy Sheehan and Brian Forsyth, emphasizing his fan perspective. Roy discusses the challenges and organization behind events like the Rare Hare Show, crediting Tyson Leslie for his efforts in coordinating the lineup. He reveals that his band, The Fifth, has a new CD releasing on May 2nd, and they will perform at the M3 pre-party in May. Roy describes the Monsters of...
2025-04-1609 min
Ages Of Rock Podcast2025 ROCKNPOD - Billy SheehanThis interview with Billy Sheehan is a joint venture between A2Z Radio's Bill "LilWilly" Elam and the Ages of Rock Podcast's Bill Algee. The discussion begins with quick thoughts about the significance and the evolution of their first names. Billy Sheehan shares his inspiration for playing bass, influenced by a neighbor and the Beatles' Ed Sullivan performance. He recounts his first bass and its importance in his career. Sheehan discusses his experience singing and performing, including a recent performance where he sang "Good Lovin'" at the "Rare Hare" show the night before ROCKNPOD. The conversation touches on the...
2025-04-1518 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 388 - The Yacht Rock DockumentaryIn this episode, we discuss our thoughts on the HBO Max documentary "Yacht Rock: A Dockumentary" and the music genre in general. Allen gave Dennis and Bill an assignment for this episode and then almost forgot to have them give their answers. Lots of fun and laughter in this episode. (Visit AgesOfRock.com and look for episode 388 for the links Allen mention in this week's show.)
2024-12-1249 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 385 - Taylor Roberts (Riding with Killers)Bill and Allen have a great conversation with vocalist and lead guitarist of “Riding with Killers” member Taylor Roberts about the current album “Full Circle.” Taylor also tells us the story behind the latest single “Don’t Fade Away.” We also learn that sometimes a massage isn’t just a massage!
2024-10-3140 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 377 - Stadium Rock 80s Music FestivalIn this episode, Allen talks to Nova Rex's Kenny Wilkerson about the "Stadium Rock 80s Music Festival" the first weekend in August in Louisville, Kentucky. They discuss the acts on the bill as well as other happenings during the event. Ticket and hotel information can be found at https://www.stadiumrock80s.com/.
2024-06-0613 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 375 - Steve GerardiSteve Gerardi, owner of SG Entertainment, spends some time with Bill and Dennis sharing stories about his carrier in the concert promotion industry. We discuss his first show with Sunshine Promotions with Motley Crue headlining in Evansville, IN at Mesker Amphitheater. Learn how Deer Creek in Noblesville came to be and hear his stories about many artists, including a heavy metal act that requires mashed potatoes and gravy after every show. Bet you can't guess who that is!
2024-04-251h 16
Slamfest PodcastDirty Honey Concert - 12/8/23 wsg. Bill Algee from the Ages of Rock PodcastThe Slamfest Podcast brings the premier rock concert pregaming experience from the parking lot to the podcasting airwaves. Episode 183 - Brad saw another real time show...last week I was at the 20,000 seat Madison Square Garden and this week, a club with a capacity of 1,100. He saw Dirty Honey on 12/8/23 at Elevation-Intersection in Grand Rapids, MI. He welcomes Bill Algee, from the Ages of Rock podcast, back to the podcast to help recap this show as well as the Dirty Honey show he saw on 11/10/23 at The Vogue in Indianapolis, IN. For the Band on the Bill Spot...
2023-12-151h 23
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 365 - Photographer Steve ZiegelmeyerSteve Ziegelmeyer has taken thousands of photos from the pit, soundboard and from afar. Bill and Steve talk about his career and looks at some amazing pictures on this weeks show.
2023-11-211h 02
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 363 - Martin MotnikIn this episode, Bill and Allen talk to Martin Motnik, current bassist for the legendary German metal band Accept, about his solo album Dream Chaser. He also tells us about joining the band and some of the events that led up to his audition. We also talk about Martin's work as a freelance studio bassist. You can find his album o his official website, https://martinmotnik.com/, and you can hire him to record bass for your upcoming musical releases at https://www.studiobassist.com/.
2023-11-0251 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 356 - Kenny Wilkerson"Ain't Easy Staying Cheesy" is the new documentary from 80s rock band Nova Rex. Kenny Wilkerson takes Bill on a journey with a discussion that goes everywhere. Check it out!
2023-08-1033 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 355 - MonteCarloThis week Bill and Allen talk to Damian and Albert from the Philadelphia based band MonteCarlo. We talk about their upcoming EP "Synthetic World" which will be released on August 11. We also talk a bit about the Philly music scene, venues, paying to play, promoters, and more. We also briefly talk about their "Mix Tapes And Tasty Cakes Podcast" found exclusively on YouTube. This was a fun conversation with some cool dudes.
2023-07-2735 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 354 - The Show About NothingWe were supposed to have a guest for this week's episode but a last minute schedule change meant we had to make alternate plans. Bill is off on an adventure this week so Dennis and Allen decided to do a quick show about nothing. The conversation goes from new vinyl acquisitions for Dennis to Gene Simmons riding a scooter backstage to Ozzy canceling his appearance at Powertrip to Paul McCartney using A.I. and more.
2023-07-1316 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 353 - Hang on for Your Life Album ReviewThis week Allen and Bill talk about seeing Bryan Adams recently in Nashville, we review the 1981 Shooting Star album HANG ON FOR YOUR LIFE, and discuss what pisses us off about grocery stores. All this and more for your listening pleasure!
2023-06-2952 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 351 - Bruno Ravel (The Defiants)Fans of Danger Danger probably already know about THE DEFIANTS. "Drive" is their third album and bassist Bruno Ravel joins Bill this week to talk about it. Prior to Bill & Bruno's conversation, Bill, Allen, and long time listener Bryan Harris have a couple of concerts to review.
2023-05-2548 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 347 - Craig Gass, Stevie Rachelle, and Eric MartinThis week we wrap up our interviews from ROCKNPOD by combining Allen's interview with Craig Gass, Dennis' chat with Stevie Rachelle, and Bill's talk with Eric Martin.
2023-04-2059 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastThe Cordell Winter Band 2023 ROCKNPOD InterviewHere's Bill's chat with Cordell Winter. Find out more about him on his Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/CordellWinterOfficial
2023-04-1506 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastCadence 2023 ROCKNPOD InterviewHere's Bill's chat with members of Cadence. Find out more about them on their Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/cadencerockband
2023-04-0507 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastTattered Sons 2023 ROCKNPOD InterviewHere's Bill's chat with members of Tattered Sons. Find out more about them on their Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/OfficialTatteredSons
2023-03-3011 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastRiverghost 2023 ROCKNPOD InterviewHere's Bill's chat with members of Riverghost. Find out more about them on their Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100076205123576
2023-03-2909 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastBlackwater Down 2023 ROCKNPOD InterviewHere's Bill's chat with Blackwater Down. Find out more about them on their Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/people/Blackwater-Down/100087334694958/
2023-03-2509 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 342 - Top 100 KISS Song DiscussionEarlier in the week, Bill came across a list of the top 100 KISS songs according to ClassicRockHistory.com, so we decided to start at number 50 and work our way to number 1 and quickly give our thoughts to its position on that list and where, if anywhere, it should really fall. Some of their choices may surprise you. After we work our way to their number 1, we talk about our top ten or so KISS songs. If you want to follow along, you can fin the list here: https://www.classicrockhistory.com/top-100-kiss-songs/
2023-03-0240 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 340 - RockpourriThis week the three of us get together with no specific topic in mind. Discussion highlights include the Super Bowl half time show and this year's Rock and Roll Hall of Fame nominees. Bill also reads us some of the mean tweets he got when he commented on the half time show.
2023-02-1638 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 337 - Todd KernsTodd Kerns has a new trio project, Heroes and Monsters, on Frontier Records and he chats with Bill this week about this project and his many other endeavors.
2023-01-1935 min
Slamfest PodcastSaliva/Black Stone Cherry Concert 6/14/06 wsg. Bill Algee from the Ages of Rock PodcastThe Slamfest Podcast brings the premier rock concert pregaming experience from the parking lot to the podcasting airwaves. Episode 135 - Brad saw Saliva and Black Stone Cherry at Ludwigs, just outside Jackson, MI on 6/14/06. He welcomes first time guest and fellow podcaster, Bill Algee, from the Ages of Rock podcast, to the show to recap this show and tour, in general - Bill saw this same tour in Louisville, KY. For the Band on the Bill Spotlight, they go through Saliva's first four studio albums - the self-titled through Survival of the Sickest, and give their two fav's and one...
2023-01-121h 20
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 333 - Triple ThreatTotally by coincidence, this week's episode number is 333 and we're discussing three separate topics, thus the show title TRIPLE THREAT. We start out by discussing the performances at this year's Rock and Roll Hall of Fame ceremony. We follow that discussion with a review of the new Ronnie James Dio documentary. Finally, we touch on a few of the things discussed when Gene Simmons joined Bill Maher on the Club Random podcast.
2022-12-1548 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 332 - Creatures of the Night 40th Anniversary DiscussionThis week we tackle the 40th Anniversary release of Creatures of the Night. Bill and Dennis show their holiday vinyl haul from Walmart and Allen surprises us with a gift he received. Will he get hooked? All this and more on this week's episode!
2022-12-0154 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 325 - 1984 Metal Albums (Part 2)This week is Part 2 of 2 of our discussion of Rock and Metal albums of 1984. Bill & Dennis also briefly discuss the Accept concert in Nashville. Welcome to the sh*t show!
2022-10-0652 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 321 - Wingin' It (aka the Elvis Review)This week Bill mentioned early in the episode that we were calling the show "Wingin' It" but we really did have a couple topics in mind. We discussed the recent movie "Elvis" as well as talking a little about the recent Taylor Hawkins tribute concert in London.
2022-09-0841 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 320 - The Stadium Tour DiscussionThis week Bill's friend Doug Sabotin joins us and Allen's friend Robert "Rockin' Rob" Bloomer returns as we take a deeper dive into the current Stadium Tour featuring Def Leppard, Mötley Crüe, Poison, Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, and Classless Act. Doug saw the show in Chicago, Bill saw it in Indy, Rob saw it in Cleveland, and Allen saw it in Cincinnati.
2022-08-251h 03
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 317 - Josey ScottBill goes solo on this week's episode and has a great conversation with Josey Scott, formerly of Saliva. Josey is working on new solo material. Click, Click, BOOM!
2022-08-0456 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 315 - Hey Joe, It's 1983Take 12 albums that came out in 1983 and add Bill’s buddy who’s full of knowledge and what do you get? Hey Joe, it’s 1983!
2022-07-211h 04
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 314 - Talking KISS with Joe PoloThis week Bill’s out of town so we invited Podcast Rock City’s Joe Polo to join us and talk about the recent “rare” KISS videos that made their way to YouTube. We also talk a little about the “Off the Soundboard” recordings, teleprompters, and other nonsense.
2022-07-1454 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 303 - Chains Over RazorsThis week Dennis is on vacation so Bill and Allen talk to Will and Mikey from Chains Over Razors about their new single, their upcoming album, and how it’s performing on the Billboard charts. They also talk about who produced their album. Check it out, people!
2022-04-2134 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 298 - Terry McBrideAges of Rock has gone country! Bill and Allen spend some time with Terry McBride from McBride and the Ride. Terry has a long musical past that includes stints with Delbert McClinton, Stevie Ray Vaughn, his father, and his own band. He is working on new material and is recording in Peter Frampton’s studio in Nashville. There are some great stories and some fan moments for Bill.
2022-03-0343 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 293 - 10 Songs We Crank To 11Bill’s friend Scott “Willy” Wilson shares his list as the guys play a round of Crank it or Yank it… Top 10 songs you HAVE to turn it up to 11 or 18!!! So get off your fat ass and crank it up!! Please list your top 10 in the comments!!
2022-01-201h 12
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 290 - Pump5This week Dennis and Allen are joined by the members of Pump5 while Bill is off on a last minute trip to see the Trans-Siberian Orchestra in Indianapolis. Pump5 talks about their upcoming album and a couple videos and singles they’re about to release. As always, there’s lots of laughter and chaos.
2021-12-2443 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 289 - 10 Iconic Rock SongsThis week we are joined by Bill’s son, Alex, as we discuss 10 songs we consider iconic. We also explain what criteria we each used to choose our lists. As always, there’s lots of laughter and ball busting in this episode.
2021-12-1656 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 281 - Dennis and Bill's Rockpourri SessionThis week Bill and Dennis do a short rockpourri episode.
2021-10-0727 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 278 - Mammoth WVH Concert DiscussionThis week long time listeners David Cathey and Bryan Harris join Dennis and Bill to talk about our road trip to Louisville to see Mammoth WVH. At the beginning of the episode Allen gives a quick synopsis of his thought about the show and puts a little Wofgang audio treat in before the episode starts.
2021-09-1740 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 277 - Rik Fox (Steeler & WASP)This week Rik Fox joins Bill and Allen for a discussion about everything from his work in an emergency response team to Steeler to WASP to his friendship with Eric Carr and more. Find out what Yngwie Malmsteen said during the early days of Steeler. Find out how the name of the band WASP came about. Find out Rik’s thought about how Eric’s makeup character evolved from the hawk. Find out why Rik refers to himself as the Forrest Gump of rock.
2021-09-021h 01
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 272 - Ages of Rock TakeoverAfter 270+ episodes, and when you think nothing could go wrong in the AGES OF ROCK PODCAST world, it has happened: THE AGES OF ROCK PODCAST TAKEOVER! 😱 Bill, Al, and Dennis have become victims of an invasion of the podcast snatchers! Your favorite “Crotchety Old Bastards” have been infiltrated by their least-expected perpetrators - THEIR OWN LISTENERS!!! Personal spaces will be invaded, pot-shots will be taken, and possibly a fetish or two will be exposed! The infiltrators even present their top 5 most overplayed, burned out, and hated radio tracks. What songs will Bryan state have ex...
2021-07-2958 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 262 - Too Fast For Love 40th Anniversary ReviewThis week's episode gets really heavy with a 40th anniversary review of Motley Crue’s “Too Fast For Love.” Bill apparently has no memory of his record collection and other shenanigans.
2021-05-1357 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 252 - Moving Pictures Album Anniversary ReviewBill’s buddy and HUGE Rush fan Doug Sabotin joins us for a review of Moving Pictures which is celebrating 40 years. Some might say this record is a “Masterpiece”. What do you think??
2021-02-251h 06
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 250 - The Ultimate Sin 35th Anniversary ReviewThis week we review Ozzy Osbourne’s “The Ultimate Sin” album, which was released 35 years ago this month. We also briefly touch on the upcoming ROCKNPOD Expo, Dennis gives an update on a guitar he recently bought and on his finger injury. Dennis and Bill also discuss this week’s album acquisitions.
2021-02-1159 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 248 - Brian WheatThis week, founding Tesla Bassist Bryan Wheat join Bill and Allen on their lunch breaks. He’s written a book called “Son of a Milkman: My Crazy Life with Tesla” and it’s the primary focus of our discussion. The book takes a candid look at his life as a member of successful a rock band and also delves into some of his personal struggles.
2021-01-2820 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 242 - Ricky WarwickRicky Warwick joins Bill for a discussion about his new solo project “When Life was Hard and Fast” coming out February February 19,2021. Ricky is the voice and songwriter behind Black Star Riders and The Almighty.
2020-12-1038 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 239 - A2Z RadioOn this week’s episode, instead of being a co-host, Allen is a guest along side Bill Elam and Jeff Humphrey as they talk about their new internet radio station, A2Z Radio. They talk about how the station came to be, the variety of musical genres, and how to to apply to be a DJ. Tune in and turn it up!
2020-11-1956 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 236 - Roger KaliaThis week Bill, Allen, and Dennis get classy with our guest, Roger Kalia, the new conductor of the Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra. We talk with him about being one of over 250 candidates trying out for the position. We also talk about his background in music and having socially distanced performances during a pandemic. We also do our regular pre-interview stuff for your listening pleasure. Join us!
2020-10-2954 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 235 - RockpourriIt’s been a while so it’s time for some Rockpourri. Bill and Dennis seem to have deep pockets as the Album Acquistions segment is longer than usual and Allen barely stayed awake!
2020-10-2245 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 233 - Remembering Eddie Van HalenWhile Bill was out of town this week visiting family, Podcast Rock City's Joe Polo joined Allen and Dennis to talk about the late, great Eddie Van Halen. #EddieVanHalen #VanHalen #RIPEddie #RIPEddieVanHalen
2020-10-071h 04
Ages Of Rock PodcastThe No Show EpisodeWe were supposed to have a guest this week but life happens. Dennis had a previous commitment so Bill and I took a few minutes to talk about a little music news and a couple pretty cool things Bill scored.
2020-10-0113 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 205 - Tyson LeslieThis week Tyson Leslie returns to the show to talk with us about his recent stint on the Monsters of Rock Cruise. Dennis and Bill have their usual album acquisitions and Allen has a concert review.
2020-03-121h 05
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 202 - Rock N Roll Alphabet According to BillFinally... we’re back together and up to our old shenanigans. Dennis has been trippin’ on the West Coast while Allen and Bill hold down the Midwest. Get ready for another rendition of music mayhem from A-Z!
2020-02-131h 03
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 197 - 5 Favorite DrummersThis week Corey Nowlin joins us and tells us about his new podcast, Seven Notes of Separation. Before we get to that, we talk about happenings in the worlds of Motley Crue, David Lee Roth, and KISS. Dennis, Bill, and Corey also show off this weeks album acquisitions. Finally, we each discuss 5 of our favorite drummers.
2019-12-191h 38
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 192 - Top 5 Concerts of 2019This week, long time listener Cailin Provo joins us as we discuss our top 5 concerts of 2019. We also discuss Bill's album acquisitions this week, Dennis presents a new show segment, and Allen has a mini-rant directed at diehard KISS fans who cannot be satisfied.
2019-11-141h 15
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 188 - Sunday Morning ShenanigansWe were supposed to be interviewing a European band that's currently touring in the US but someone in their PR firm dropped the ball or flaked on us so this week, we're just talking about recent music news as well as upcoming events. Dennis and Bill also discuss their Album Acquisitions.
2019-10-1043 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 185 - Lipstick Generation's Greg TroyanThis week we talk with Greg Troyan of Lipstick Generation about their cover of (and the video for) "Eyes of Love" by Eric Carr. We also talk a little about the recent passing of Eddie Money and Ric Ocasek. We also unveil the new name for Dennis and Bill's vinyl collecting activities.
2019-09-1953 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 182 - Kyle Kruger Talks About the Movie Hair I Go AgainWe do a movie review. Bill hits the jackpot on some records, Dennis and Allen spend last weekend with Iron Maiden and we have a guest. Kyle Kruger discusses his film “Hair I Go Again.” Lots of rock on this episode.
2019-08-291h 21
Ages Of Rock PodcastROCKNPOD 3 Small Doses - Michael SweetBill talks with Michael Sweet about everything from Styper to Sweet/Lynch to Boston and more.
2019-08-2918 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastROCKNPOD 3 Small Doses - Pump5's Steve BarnettPump5’s Steve Barnett comes all the way fro California to talk to Bill, oh and the other podcasts too.
2019-08-2710 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastROCKNPOD 3 Small Doses - Andre Labelle, Roxy Blue, and Jeff BuehnerAllen talks with professional drummer Andre Labelle and members of Roxy Blue and Bill talks to The Loyal Order’s Jeff Buehner.
2019-08-2417 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastROCKNPOD 3 Small Doses - KaatoBill talks with members of the Australian band Kaato.
2019-08-1714 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 179 - Jason Thomas BroderickJapan, Germany, Terre Haute, and the Middle of Nowhere are part of our musical journey this week. Jason Thomas Broderick from JTB’s Groovy Room Records gives us some education on collecting vinyl and Dennis and Bill do some online shopping. Drop the needle, here we go!
2019-08-081h 08
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 178 - Peter Cecere of I Love It LoudcastThe podcast crossover continues this week with Peter Cerere from ILoveItLoud cast. He shares one of his favorite bands, The Darkness. As an added bonus Dennis shares album purchases, Allen tweaks Dennis, and Bill plays a little round of show and tell. So hang on, here we go...
2019-08-011h 10
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 177 - Sonny "Hollywood" PooniThis week, Growin' Up Rock and Podcast Rock City's Sonny Pooni joins us as we each pick three songs for everyone to listen to and discuss. Find out why Bill only listened to 7.5 songs instead of 9. Before we dive in, everyone but Allen discussed their vinyl purchases for the week and Allen talks about the Manson/Zombie show.
2019-07-181h 26
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 175 - Joe D'Angelo Talks KruisefestBill and Dennis do a little preshow action in Allen’s absence. Joe D’Angelo joins Allen to talk about the Kruisefest events taking place in the days before KISS Kruise IX.
2019-07-0438 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 174 - Why The 80s Don't SuckThis week Allen is absent so Dennis invites one of his childhood friends to come on and continue the long feud about music from the 80s. It’s a great musical conversation with Dennis, Bill and Joe Gwin. We even get schooled on Soul and the Delta Blues!
2019-06-281h 05
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 170 - RockpourriThis week it's just the three of us talking about random stuff. Bill talks about the latest concert he saw, Dennis discusses his newest vinyl purchases, and Allen talks about the newly announced musical acts on the KISS Kruise.
2019-05-3137 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 164 - KisspourriThis week we talk about our Kiss concert experiences from the past week as compared to when we saw them in Louisville on the current tour. Bill also does a quick interview with his dad, who accompanied him to the Jacksonville, Florida show.
2019-04-1957 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 146 - Andrew Sgambati Talks About the Greatest Show on EarthFilmmaker Andrew Sgambati joins Bill and Allen this week to discuss his fan-film project. He talks about what the film is about and why he did it. Find out why Dennis wasn't with us near the end of the episode.
2018-12-0644 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 130 - Ros Radley Discusses His Upcoming KISS BookThis week we start out by talking about what we did over our summer break. Then we welcome Ros Radley to the show to talk about his book "Magic - KISS Chronicles 1973-1983". We talk about the project, discuss how it got started, hoops he had to jump thru, what his "Holy Grail" was, and more. This is a great episode with lots of KISS fan info. Sit back, enjoy, and go pre-order the book. Bill even placed his order while we were talking to Ros!
2018-08-021h 07
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 122 - Roman Fernandez Talks Bill AucoinThis week we talk to Roman Fernandez about his campaign to get Bill Aucoin inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. We also talk about how he and Bill met, KISS, Billy Idol, and interesting encounter in Egypt and more.
2018-05-311h 05
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 119 - Gene Simmons Offers Bill & Allen A CookieThis week Dennis talks about his trip to Nashville to see the Foo Fighters while Bill and Allen talk about their VIP meeting with Gene Simmons in Ft. Wayne, IN.
2018-05-101h 02
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 117 - A Conversation with Jeff PilsonOn this week’s episode Bill Just Got Lucky enough to meet one of his Juke Box Heroes. We sit down with one of rock’s most talented bass player, producer, and writer. Ladies and Gentlemen please welcome to the show... Jeff Pilson.
2018-04-2656 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 096 - Our Top 5 Eric Carr Era KISS SongsIn this episode we discuss some favorite KISS tunes from the Eric Carr era and Bill tells us why he came up with this topic.
2017-11-0947 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 084 - Noah's 15 SongsIn this episode, we discuss a list of 15 songs that Bill's son Noah gave us to listen to. Bill also has a rant about buying concert tickets. (Edit: The music snippets in this episode were removed prior to uploading.)
2017-08-031h 06
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 082 - Bill's Fanboy TripIn this episode, Bill talks about his trip to Los Angeles and some of the music related places he visited.
2017-07-2057 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 081 - Styx's The Grand Illusion Turns 40In this episode we review the 1977 Styx album The Grand Illusion. We walk thru the album track by track and give our thoughts on each song. Bill talks a little about his most recent vinyl finds and gives a quick concert review of the band Train.
2017-07-1449 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 078 - A look back at Van Halen (The Dave Years)In this week's episode, we go back and discuss the first six Van Halen albums. We talk about our favorites and what's not on our playlist anymore. Bill and Allen also talk about their Gene Simmons solo show and Bill filled us in on a short Short Huey Lewis concert.
2017-06-151h 02
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 073 - Bands Who Can Fall Off the Planet and Our M3 Festival ThoughtsStemming from a comment Bill made on a past episode, we decided to do an episode about bands that we just don't dig. That doesn't mean that they're a bad band though, they just don't turn our cranks. We also talk about some of the performances from the recent M3 Festival.
2017-05-111h 13
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 068 - Singer Songwriter Erin McAndrewThis week we have a chat with New York City based singer/songwriter Erin McAndrew. Bill & Dennis also review concerts they went to see over the last few weeks.
2017-04-0645 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 065 - On Dennis' CouchThis week it happens that Bill is in town on business so we all decided to see how an episode recorded in Dennis' house would go. Here it is. We spend our time skimming videos that Dennis recorded to his DVR from a few recent episodes of MTV Classic's Metal Mayhem and commenting on the videos and the artists. Yeah, we know, Beavis & Butthead already did that. Anyway, let us know what you thought of the format. Please share the link to this episode with your friends and enemies.
2017-03-0955 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 055 - Christmas RocksThis week we talk about rockin’ Christmas music. Bill also rants about the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame again. Even Allen has a rare (and unexpected) rant.
2016-12-2250 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 053 - Artists We Don't Like But RespectThis week we talk about artists who we don't care for but we respect their work. Dennis also talk about another guitar in his collection and Bill tells us about his trip to see Steel Panther.
2016-12-0852 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 052 - Our Favorite Unplugged SongsIn this episode we discuss some of our favorite acoustic songs and performances. Dennis also talks about another one of his guitars and Bill tells us about his Black Friday vinyl scores.
2016-12-011h 03
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 044 - VH1's 40 Most Awesomely Bad Metal Songs...Ever, Our ThoughtsWhile Googling something completely unrelated to this podcast, Allen came across a post from November 2005 and mentioned it to Bill & Dennis. They decided to give their thoughts, in a "Yank It or Crank It" style. Let them know what you think of each song that made the list.
2016-09-2942 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 042 - Rockpourri, Vol. 4This week we do another round of Rockpourri. We discuss the latest rock news, new music we listened to last week, and rant. Finally, Dennis and Allen go for something different and talk about the dos and don'ts of communicating with the band and the sound person (with a quick summary of each from Bill).
2016-09-1543 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 037 - Our Favorite VenuesThis week we discuss our favorite venues along with a few we don't care if we ever visit again. Bill discusses his visit to the Gibson guitar factory in Nashville. We also do another installment of Yank It or Crank It.
2016-08-1152 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 27.5 - Two Algees Are Better Than OneBill's dad, Rick, joins us this week for short episode where we kind of continue the "under the influence" discussion from a few weeks back.
2016-06-0236 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 025 - Under The InfluenceIn this week's episode we discuss how our musical tastes influenced our kids. This episode includes a short visit from Allen's son, Ian. We also talk about how our parents musical tastes influenced us. PLEASE NOTE: During the first 15 minutes of the show, you'll hear echoes from both Dennis and Bill's microphones. This was caused by the use of Allen's internal speakers and microphone. He apologizes for this minor annoyance.
2016-05-1259 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 013 - A Conversation With KISS Army Co-founder Bill StarkeyJoin us as we have a discussion with KISS Army co-founder Bill Starkey about his experiences as a fan being pulled into the world of the KISS machine as they were starting to rise to stardom. He also talks a little about his disenchantment with how some things in the KISS Army were handled and how the Scooby Doo/KISS video brought a new wave of "celebrity status" to him with his students.
2016-02-041h 06
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 004 - Music Is Visual!In this episode, the guys talk about television shows that made an impact on their musical tastes. Find out what Bill said to cause Allen to almost fall out of his chair.
2015-11-1958 min
Ages Of Rock PodcastEpisode 002 - Our Concert History (AKA Bill's Big Number)Join us for a stroll down memory lane as we recall our concert experiences.You will be on the edge your seat as you find out the answers to riveting questions such as: "What did Allen's ex-girlfriend do twice in a row at back to back concerts?" "Is Dennis so old that he can't remember the term "Crowd Surfing"?" "What brought Bill to tears twice at the same Kiss concert?" and "What did Bill have to do to make him a hero in the eyes of Jack Russell from Great White?"These and many more great stories can be...
2015-11-051h 16