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SlapperCast WonkitySlapperCast Episode 264: "Wonkity" This week: Paddy, Heide and Chad address the question: are we happy with our music careers right now? What would we have done differently with our careers if we could go back in time? Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/H6u_YICCjvo 00:00:00 — Intro 00:00:45 — Blaggards peak season / a gig takes a day 00:04:57 — How long have we been playing music? 00:05:30 — Are we happy with our music careers now? 00:11:27 — Music is a field of research 00:15:02 — What would we change if we could go back in t...

2024-03-0530 min

SlapperCast OverslappedSlapperCast Episode 260: "Overslapped" This is our TWO-HUNDREDTH video episode of SlapperCast! We started with Episode 60 during the shutdowns in 2020... we wouldn't be able to keep doing this without loyal viewers like YOU, so thank you all so much for tuning in every week. This week we catch up with Heide and talk about franchise bands, bands with no original members left, Hothouse Flowers, Dolly Parton, our friend Luba Dvorak's new album "Dumpster Fire", and of course… Thin Lizzy. Also: what songs should we cover on our next album? LUBA DVORAK ht...

2024-02-0636 min

SlapperCast A Thong Made of Broken GlassSlapperCast Episode 258: "A Thong Made of Broken Glass" This week we're talking about Thin Lizzy's ninth studio album, "Black Rose: A Rock Legend". 00:00:00 — Intro 00:00:36 — Thin Lizzy and "Black Rose" 00:01:47 — Favorite songs off the album 00:10:33 — Gary Moore 00:15:17 — Gary's impersonation of Phil 00:16:15 — Producer Tony Visconti 00:18:56 — Why we love the title track 00:22:28 — Brian Downey 00:25:26 — Paddy's live Thin Lizzy recommendations 00:28:09 — How many lost Lizzy songs are there 00:35:55 — How do compositional skills work 00:41:22 — Phil vs. Gary on songwriting 00:48:04 — New wave and punk influence on "Black Rose" album 00:50:21 — Phil's impersonation of Bob...

2024-01-2352 min

SlapperCast A Little Less ConversationHere is our ELVIS episode. How we first became aware of him, why we love him, his music, his sense of humor, favorite songs, the movies, the impersonators, and his legacy. Like with Thin Lizzy and the Pogues, this is only the beginning of what is sure to be an ongoing conversation about one of our biggest heroes. Find the audio-only podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Pandora, Pocket Casts, etc. https://slappercast.fireside.fm Blaggards main channel https://www.youtube.com/blaggards Join our MAILING LIST https://blaggards.co...

2024-01-1643 min

SlapperCast Soul-Bearing StuffThis week we focus on one of our biggest influences as a band... THIN LIZZY. Also a little bit about the recent bombshell interview with comedian Kat Williams. 00:00:00 — Intro 00:00:47 — Gary Moore 00:03:59 — Patrick's early memories of Thin Lizzy 00:05:14 — Lynott's lyrics 00:06:07 — Lynott's free time style of singing 00:12:15 — Thank you Woody & Ireland Tour 2024 00:15:11 — More on how Patrick got into Thin Lizzy 00:19:21 — Iron Maiden or Thin Lizzy? 00:20:01 — What if Thin Lizzy had played LIVE AID (1985)? 00:22:28 — Thin Lizzy's guitarists 00:27:16 — Thin Lizzy name origin 00:31:37 — Thin Lizzy's progression of style 00:36:33 — "The Rocker" and Eric Bell

2024-01-0958 min

SlapperCast A Good Kick in the FaceThis week, continuing our tribute to the late great Shane MacGowan, we talk about our favorite songs by the Pogues plus a few of Shane's solo numbers with the Popes. 00:00:00 — Intro / Happy Christmas 00:01:37 — Shane's passing 00:04:48 — Shane as an Irish immigrant 00:06:19 — Broad Majestic Shannon 00:09:07 — Old Main Drag 00:10:15 — Bottle of Smoke 00:12:42 — Sit Down By The Fire 00:13:35 — Fiesta 00:17:14 — Transmetropolitan 00:19:22 — More on Broad Majestic Shannon 00:20:04 — Thousands are Sailing 00:22:39 — Song With No Name 00:23:25 — Mother Mo Chroi 00:24:36 — Summer in Siam 00:27:05 — Fairytale of New York 00:30:15 — Boys From the County Hell 00:31:39 — More on "Old...

2023-12-1948 min

SlapperCast Leprechaun PigThis one was recorded in the lobby of the Killarney Plaza Hotel on the fourth night of our 2023 Ireland Tour, with footage from the tour interspersed throughout. We give you an update on the trip so far, with an eye on next year. This tour, our ninth one so far, has been going wonderfully and I think we can say without hesitation that it's the best one yet. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/qXdUgZJftHY?si=Q7QQsFLJM54UXFfo Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on social media

2023-10-3114 min

SlapperCast HamsterdamSlapperCast Episode 240 was recorded on the way to College Station and back. We recap some recent shows, and talk about Renaissance festivals and the amazing dedication that rennies have to that whole experience. Heide joins us for the second segment on the ride home, where we kill some songs and talk about what famous musicians we might be afraid to piss off. Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on social media YouTube Facebook Twitter Instagram Become a Patron Join Blaggards on Patreon for bonus podcast content, live tracks...

2023-09-1956 min

SlapperCast Song & CymbalsSlapperCast 237: "Song & Cymbals" This is a fun one, recorded in the van shortly after leaving the Bitterroot Celtic Games & Gathering in Hamilton, Montana. 00:00:00 — Intro / Bitterroot Celtic Gathering & Games recap 00:09:07 — The food we ate at the festival 00:10:59 — Our van snacks 00:13:24 — Turbo serenaded at grocery store 00:15:53 — The story of Heide's misplaced boots 00:19:01 — Song kills & resurrections 00:30:19 — If you ruled the world Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on social media YouTube Facebook Twitter Instagram Become a Patron Join Blaggards on Patreon for bonus podcast conten...

2023-08-2939 min

SlapperCast I'd Rather Be Punched in the EyeAll four band members are on deck as we prepare to hit the road later this week! Also discussed: Turbo's new endorsement deal with SJC Custom Drums, Heide's ear-training class, Christopher Cross, Billy Joel, Living Colour and Spacehog. Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on social media YouTube Facebook Twitter Instagram Become a Patron Join Blaggards on Patreon for bonus podcast content, live tracks, rough mixes, and other exclusives. Rate us Rate and review SlapperCast on iTunes Questions? If you have questions for a future...

2023-08-0833 min

SlapperCast Bag of Teeth With HairBlaggards report from the road, recorded en route from Weston, MO, to Little Rock, AR. 00:00:00 — Intro / Rocky Road to Dublin call-and-response 00:00:47 — Report from the road 00:05:52 — More "Rocky Road to Dublin" LIVE 00:17:51 — Song kills / resurrections 00:25:44 — Thoughts on TOM PETTY 00:31:22 — Tuning instruments on stage at the worst possible time 00:36:59 — Upcoming shows 00:42:19 — Wrap up and THANK YOU 00:43:02 — Heide playing "Drowsy Maggie" LIVE Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on social media YouTube Facebook Twitter Instagram Become a Patron Join Blaggards on Patreon for bonus podcast cont...

2023-07-2544 min

SlapperCast Mosquito RepellentHeide joins us from Phoenix to talk about upcoming tour dates. Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on social media YouTube Facebook Twitter Instagram Become a Patron Join Blaggards on Patreon for bonus podcast content, live tracks, rough mixes, and other exclusives. Rate us Rate and review SlapperCast on iTunes Questions? If you have questions for a future Q&A episode, leave a comment on Patreon, or tweet them to us with the hashtag #slappercast. Special Guests: Heide Riggs and Kevin "Turbo" Newton.

2023-07-1832 min

SlapperCast Ahoy There!This week's episode starts with a spontaneous vancast segment, the impetus being Turbo's admission that he'd never seen a James Bond movie before. We're then joined by Heide for a round of song kills & resurrections, and then finally we welcome back Dennis "Doc" O'Carroll from Doc's Irish Tours, who gives us some essential travel tips for our Ireland tour this October. Everything you need to know about currency exchange, VAT refunds, jet lag and more. Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on social media YouTube Facebook Twitter Instagram Become...

2023-07-1151 min

SlapperCast Team RageSlapperCast Episode 227: "Team Rage" This week, Heide joins us remotely from Phoenix. This episode gets very silly. Discussed this week: The Smiths Rory Gallagher Nils Lofgren Flobots Nerf Herder the Beatles Alex DePue Beside Bowie: the Mick Ronson Story Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/6IELSUgQbnw 00:00:00 — Intro 00:00:30 — Happy Anniversary to Heide & Ryan 00:03:29 — Turbo's Father's Day 00:09:03 — Song kills / resurrections 00:24:52 — Upcoming plans for the band 00:33:44 — Full album cover project nominations Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on social media YouTube Facebook Twi...

2023-06-2036 min

SlapperCast Four Tracks of SlapThis week we get caught up with Heide and talk about feedback we've gotten from SlapperCast listeners and some future guests we're looking forward to. The Kill & Shine segment goes deep this time; artists discussed include Chris de Burgh, Deep Purple, Flatfoot 56, Gaelic Storm, Def Leppard, Traveling Wilburys, Glen Campbell, Buddy Holly and the Big Bopper. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/DZia3QIAh_I An extended version of this episode is available on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/slappercast-221-82489733 00:00:00 — Intro/Personal updates 00:05:29 — Future SlapperCast Plans 00:10:14 — Song kills...

2023-05-0931 min

SlapperCast Whore of the HighwaySlapperCast Episode 217 "Whore of the Highway" This week, the whole band gets together to recap last month's Florida tour, share some highlights from Paddy's Day, and share some stories about the first van Patrick bought for the band: the much beloved DEIRDRE, an old Ford Econoline Conversion Van that will soon be memorialized in song. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/R5Letp87rQY 00:00:00 — Intro 00:00:59 — June tour plans in the works 00:01:39 — Recapping Florida tour dates 00:19:53 — Song kills/resurrections 00:35:14 — Heide's underrated band pick 00:39:09 — Thank you to Larry Blackwell 00:44:21...

2023-04-1153 min

SlapperCast Paddy ReadyThis was recorded on Thursday, March 16, as we were driving to our gig in Longview, the day before our marathon Paddy's Day gig in College Station. This episode is a short one since we had such a busy week, but we plan to do a full recap of Paddy's Day with O'Bannon's owner Chris Steele ASAP... so MUCH more to come. Many thanks to Laurie Valenzi Buell for contributing video for this episode! Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on social media YouTube Facebook Twitter Instagram Become a Patron

2023-03-2120 min

SlapperCast Southern Fried: A Report From the RoadThis week's show was recorded shortly after leaving our last date on the tour in Punta Gorda. We recap our tour dates in Little Rock, Birmingham, Atlanta, Lake Worth, Key West and Punta Gorda, share some stories from the road and kill/resurrect a few songs. Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on social media YouTube Facebook Twitter Instagram Become a Patron Join Blaggards on Patreon for bonus podcast content, live tracks, rough mixes, and other exclusives. Rate us Rate and review SlapperCast on iTunes Questions?

2023-03-1450 min

SlapperCast Poking the Cage (A Report From the Road)SlapperCast Episode 212: "Poking the Cage" Episode 212 was recorded shortly after leaving Little Rock for Birmingham. We get caught up on recent shows and talk about what's coming up before talking about a recent video by Rick Beato in which he talks about how the future of the music industry is really completely in the hands of creators now, instead of record labels and radio stations. 00:00:00 — Intro/Tour Updates 00:15:33 — Thoughts on music industry changes 00:32:15 — Songs kills/resurrections 00:52:48 — "Mason's Apron" live at Hibernia Irish Tavern in Little Rock Show dates Blaggards.com Fac...

2023-03-0754 min

SlapperCast Drive More, Crank LessSlapperCast Episode 205: "Drive More, Crank Less" Blaggards report from the road in West Texas and Arizona. Steve Coogan - 'Alan Partridge meets Martin Brennan' https://youtu.be/lEjEGbAFzJU Song picks: Jimmy Eat World - The Middle https://youtu.be/oKsxPW6i3pM Gary Numan - Metal https://youtu.be/kLfz2bbxxuM Here it Goes Again - OK Go https://youtu.be/dTAAsCNK7RA Careless Whisper - Wham https://youtu.be/izGwDsrQ1eQ Emerald - Thin Lizzy https://youtu.be...

2023-01-1730 min

SlapperCast Front to BackFor the first time, we have all four Blaggards on an episode that wasn't (entirely) filmed in the van! This week we look back on 2022 and talk about our personal goals for 2023. Also: Turbo surprises Patrick with a special gift. Blaggards Pay Tribute to Musical Mentors the Pogues at Special Show — Bob Ruggiero for Houston Press Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on social media YouTube Facebook Twitter Instagram Become a Patron Join Blaggards on Patreon for bonus podcast content, live tracks, rough mixes, and other exclusives. Ra...

2022-12-2746 min

SlapperCast Double C-NoteOur 200th episode finds us on the road to Austin to play a gig at the Hyatt Regency. The new kids—Heide & Kevin—tell us a little more about themselves before we get into some song kills & ressurections. We also talk about how classic TV show themes are so much better than what we have now, and Patrick shares a story of how he caught his mom listening to one of his Iron Maiden records. The show is bookended by a bit of footage from the Austin gig... first a soundcheck of "Fairytale of New York" by the...

2022-12-1332 min

SlapperCast Bored by BeigeBoth of our gigs last week were rained out, and Friday night we took advantage of the downtime to record an episode of SlapperCast with Heide. We talk about obscenely high ticket prices, Heide's recent gig with Marie Osmond, Shane MacGowan, the Pogues, Steel Panther, Thin Lizzy, Blaze Bayley, Dolly Parton, and a bunch of other stuff. Show notes Doug Stanhope singing "Burning Down the House" while his house is on fire. https://www.instagram.com/p/ClQBscgu-b9/ Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on social media YouTube Facebook Twitter ...

2022-11-291h 07

SlapperCast Drug Dealers & Dog ShaggersThis week, we talk about the brilliant comedian Doug Stanhope and the thrill of hearing him talk about us on his podcast, upcoming tour plans for January, and next year's IRELAND tour. We then do the usual round of song kills & revivals before Patrick leads us through a series of "lightning round" questions. Special guest star this week: Heide's golden retriever Ben, here to talk about his upcoming DVD release. Doug Stanhope talking about Blaggards on Day 29 of "Another 30 Days in the Hole" (starts at 9:06): https://youtu.be/3snqVKu0gv8?t=546 Join BLAGGARDS in...

2022-10-1831 min

SlapperCast Eat 'em UP Kats!SlapperCast Episode 189 was recorded right after we picked up Heide at Dallas Love Field on the way to our gig at Lewisville Western Days, and again afterwards as we drove her back to the airport before driving home to Houston. Yes... she literally flew in and flew out the very same day just to play this one gig with us. Jet-setting is becoming one of Heide's superpowers. Special guest this week for the very first time: Patrick's daughter Tara Devlin, who joins us to kill/shine a light on some music, and also contributed video footage of...

2022-09-2723 min

SlapperCast The Softest of All BallsThis is a quick but highly spirited episode we recorded immediately upon leaving our three day stint at ScotFest in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. Special guest this week is our own "Merch Maiden" Laurie Valenzi Buell, who pulled some strings to get us in to see ZZ Top Saturday night at Hard Rock Casino in Tulsa. Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on social media YouTube Facebook Twitter Instagram Become a Patron Join Blaggards on Patreon for bonus podcast content, live tracks, rough mixes, and other exclusives. Rate us ...

2022-09-2016 min

SlapperCast Huzzah for "No The"SlapperCast Episode 187 was recorded on the way to Sherwood Forest Faire and on the way back. It was a LONG but amazing day. SPECIAL GUEST STAR: a cascade of funny incidents where it had to be pointed out there's no THE in Blaggards. The night before we'd played at Molly's Pub in Kingwood, and didn't get home until 2:30 AM. We then had to leave for Sherwood at 8:30 AM, each of us getting maybe two hours of sleep in the meantime. The final segment was recorded on the way home with a brilliant night sky featuring the moon...

2022-09-1321 min

SlapperCast Ansel Adams Mode (Heading Home from Montana)SlapperCast Episode 184 was recorded while driving through winding mountain roads shortly after we left Bitterroot Celtic Games & Gathering in Hamilton, Montana. You can enjoy the view with us on YouTube: https://youtu.be/LemyHo_RKpw We got home last night after driving about 30 hours, dropping Heide and Kevin off at Denver International Airport about midway through. Patrick and Chad drove the rest of the way, down through Oklahoma and the Texas Panhandle. It'd been awhile since we'd done one of those marathon cross-country drives… they can be rough, but this one was surprisingly smooth an...

2022-08-2320 min

SlapperCast Double the Red (Introducing Kevin Newton on Drums)Recorded in the van en route to Omaha in the midst of our Midwest tour, we introduce you to drummer Kevin "Thunderstick" Newton, who had played his first show with us in Wichita only a couple nights before. Kevin is an absolute powerhouse on stage and we can't for you all to meet him! Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on social media YouTube Facebook Twitter Instagram Become a Patron Join Blaggards on Patreon for bonus podcast content, live tracks, rough mixes, and other exclusives. Rate us Rate...

2022-08-1633 min

SlapperCast Trey "Low End" McGee — Blaggards Getting Ready to Hit the RoadHeide Riggs joins us this week to talk about her new Glasser carbon composite fiddle and the ABBA tribute band she worked with recently. ALSO some news about our next tour up the midwest which starts THIS WEEK! Artists discussed this week: Oasis, Linda Ronstadt, Paula Cole, Guided By Voices, Foster the People, Rod Stewart, and Mozart. Songs Rescued Alison - Linda Ronstadt I Am A Tree · Guided By Voices Maggie May · Rod Stewart Show notes Glasser ★ NY Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on social media ...

2022-08-0946 min

SlapperCast Little RockersPatrick, Chad & Heide talk about solo gig experiences: the good, the tough, and the weird. Also discussed: Rory Gallagher, Thin Lizzy, George Harrison, David Byrne, Eminem and Leonard Cohen. RESCUED MUSIC: Running Back · Thin Lizzy Lose Yourself by Eminem Lilies of the Valley · David Byrne KILLED MUSIC: Lean on Me — Bill Withers The Rattlin' Bog Wild Life — Talking Heads Eine Kleine Nachtmusik - Mozart Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on social media YouTube Facebook Twitter Instagram Become a Patron Join Blaggards on Patreon for bo...

2022-07-261h 21

SlapperCast Fiddle for FelonsFiddler Heide Riggs joins us again to talk about ear training in music, weird audition experiences from the past, Roy Orbison, George Harrison, Prince, Barry Gibb, Johann Sebastian Bach, best music for road trips, et al. Also: more news on our ongoing drummer auditions. Rescued music: Don't Let Me Wait Too Long · George Harrison Crying · Roy Orbison Running Scared · Roy Orbison When You Were Mine · Prince Margarita · The Traveling Wilburys Discussed: Backseat Delilah (June Narnia's new band) Join the mailing list blaggards.com/mailinglist Blaggards merch blaggards.com/store Becom...

2022-07-051h 03

SlapperCast Destroying in a Good Way: Our Search for a New Drummer BeginsRight after we finished recording Episode 174, Eric suddenly told us he was leaving the band effective immediately. Since making this news public we've been practically overwhelmed with messages from prospective drummers, which has been very encouraging. This week, joined by fiddler Heide Riggs, we bring you up to speed while looking ahead to the future. Watch this episode on YouTube. Blaggards is looking for a drummer This week's rescued music: Jethro Tull - Benefit Billy Joel - The Downeaster 'Alexa' Mark Knopfler - The Trawlerman's Song Mark Knopfler - So Far From the Clyde ...

2022-06-2150 min

SlapperCast Arm-CrossyEpisode 173 was recorded in the van shortly after leaving the Nick in Birmingham, AL, the final date of our "Beast Coast" tour. Heide Riggs joins us again to talk about our experiences on the road, and of course we kill/rescue some songs as well. We'll be going out on the road again with Heide in July & August. In meantime, we have a couple shows with Chris Buckley coming up in mid-July (Houston & College Station). But before all that: this THURSDAY, June 9th, Paddy will be playing a solo acoustic show at the Big Top...

2022-06-0743 min

SlapperCast Roar of AuthorityEpisode 172 was recorded late at night in Broomall, PA, a few hours after our gig in Rockville, MD. This is the second time we've done a show at the DevMo household (first time was Episode 138 last September). Fiddler Heide Riggs joins us to recap the tour so far, kill some overplayed songs and shine a light on some (by our estimation) underrated/under-appreciated music. Featuring a guest appearances by our gracious host, Tim Mohan. Picks of the week: Truth & Soul — Fishbone https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_2HM4oKrAsg&list=OLAK5uy_knoa12_psCCjP1gO...

2022-05-3145 min

SlapperCast Black Belt in MaseratiHere is Episode 162 of SlapperCast, recorded right after we all got home from an extremely sunny and windy show at Bumpy Pickle in Houston. This week we slay a few more songs, recap our Paddy's Week shows, and heap praise upon fiddler Heide Riggs, the Basil Trio, and some of our coolest and most dedicated fans. Heide Riggs: https://www.heidehilleriggs.com/ The Basil Trio: https://basiltrio.com Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on social media YouTube Facebook Twitter Instagram Become a Patron ...

2022-03-2230 min

SlapperCast Howdy HeideThis week on SlapperCast: fiddler Heide Riggs is back with us for Paddy's Week in Dallas & Houston, more songs to erase from history, and awkward fan encounters. Our new single "Come Out Ye Black & Tans" is out NOW: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/blaggards/come-out-ye-black--tans Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/m88GMfutfRM Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on social media YouTube Facebook Twitter Instagram Become a Patron Join Blaggards on Patreon for bonus podcast content, live tracks, rough mixes, and other...

2022-03-1525 min

SlapperCast "Fiddler's Full Circle" with Heide RiggsWe're joined this week by the brilliant Heide Riggs, who played fiddle with us at OK ScotsFest last year, and will joining us again for two weeks this March. Heide also talks about her book "Fiddler's Full Circle", available on her website (see link below). Heide's website https://www.heidehilleriggs.com Heide's book "Fidder's Full Circle" https://www.heidehilleriggs.com/new-products TICKETS for our March 16 & 17 shows with Heide in Dallas and Houston: https://blaggards.com/2022/01/paddys-week-in-dallas-houston/ Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on social...

2022-01-1825 min