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Growin' Up RockWhen Rock Ruled The Charts: The Montreal Concert Riot (8-8-92)In this episode of “When Rock Ruled The Charts” we take a close look at 8/8/92, the day that Montreal Riots took place. This week we will be looking at the album charts for the Billboard 200
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2025-09-211h 10
Growin' Up RockWhen Rock Ruled The Charts : The Decline Of The Western Civilization (Part 2)In this episode of “When Rock Ruled The Charts” we take a close look at 6/17/88, the day that the movie Decline Of The Western Civilization Part 2 was released. This week we will be looking at the singles chart for the BB hot 200
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2025-06-1558 min
Growin' Up RockRanking 15 Classic Rock Songs (Listener Participation)We get the listeners involved in ranking 15 classic rock songs. Where do our 15 classics rank for you?
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2025-06-011h 42
Growin' Up RockDirty Dozen Series: Monsters Of Rock Cruise ConcertsWe each pick 6 Concerts we’ve seen on the Monsters Of Rock Cruise or the Pre-Party that were not good or did not live up to our expectations.WE NEED YOUR HELP!! It’s quick, easy, and free - Please consider doing one or all of the following to help grow our audience:Leave Us A Five Star Review in one of the following places:Apple PodcastPodchaserSpotify
2025-05-111h 13
Growin' Up RockMORC 25 (Monsters Of Rock Cruise RECAP)We came, we sailed, we ROCKED! It's time to give you our 2025 Monsters Of Rock Cruise Recap. MORC 25 was a blast. We have stories and thoughts on all we saw and heard for MORC 25 this year. As in previous years we share our recap with our traveling pals over at the Podder Than Hell Podcast. Catch the pre-party, days 1 and 2 over on their podcast. We will finish it up with days 3,4,and 5.WE NEED YOUR HELP!! It’s quick, easy, and free - Please consider doing one or all of the following to help gr...
2025-03-231h 36
Growin' Up Rock2025 Monsters Of Rock Cruise PreviewIn this episode we cover everything to expect on this years 2025 Monsters Of Rock Cruise. We want you to get excited whether you are a newbie or MORC veteran.We take a look at the bands, venues, activities, and of course the music.Is this your first Monsters Of Rock Cruise? Are you are on the edge about booking a future MORC sailing? We have gone on over 12 MORC sailing combined, so we are here to not only share our excitement about this years sailing but get you excited as well about what you can...
2025-02-161h 27
Growin' Up RockWhen Rock Ruled The Charts: The Great Chicago Disco DemolitionIn this episode of “When Rock Ruled The Charts” we take a close look at July 12th, 1979, the day that The Great Chicago Disco Demolition took place. This week we will be looking at the Billboard 200 album chart to see what music was considered hot.Series Info:In the “When Rock Ruled The Charts” series, we look at a specific day, week, or month in music history and discuss briefly the significance of that date and then take a deeper dive into the music or album charts for that time period to look at what was happ...
2025-02-091h 24
Growin' Up RockWhen Rock Ruled The Charts: Napster Launches It's PlatformIn this episode of “When Rock Ruled The Charts” we take a close look at 6/1/99, the day that Napster Platform Launched. This week we will be looking at the singles chart for the BB hot 200 Albums.WE NEED YOUR HELP!! It’s quick, easy, and free - Please consider doing one or all of the following to help grow our audience:Leave Us A Five Star Review in one of the following places:Apple PodcastPodchaserSpo...
2024-10-201h 08
Growin' Up RockWhen Rock Ruled The Charts: Metallica Loses Grammy To Jethro TullIn this episode of “When Rock Ruled The Charts” we take a closer look at 2/22/1989, the day that Metallica loses a Grammy for best metal band to Jethro Tull. We will be looking at the singles chart for the BB hot 100. We know metal music comes in many different forms but, I think we can all agree that even though Jethro Tull influenced many Metal Bands, in 1989, Metallica was much more of a Metal band. What were the Grammy's thinking?WE NEED YOUR HELP!! It’s quick, easy, and free - Please consider doing one or...
2024-08-041h 04
Growin' Up RockMonsters Of Rock Cruise 24 Trivia (25 Words Or Less)Recorded live in Miami prior to boarding the 2024 Monsters Of Rock Cruise, we decided to have a little fun and invite some special guest to join us for a new trivia game show called "25 Words Or Less" - Join us an play along in your car or at home. Its always full of laughs and interesting choices.WE NEED YOUR HELP!! It’s quick, easy, and free - Please consider doing one or all of the following to help grow our audience:Leave Us A Five Star Review in one of the following places:...
2024-07-1455 min
Growin' Up RockRanking 20 Rock Hits From July 1987We get the listeners involved in helping us rank 20 rock hits from July 1987.If you would like to take part in these listener participation episodes in the future, please send your email address to us @ growinuprock@gmail.comWE NEED YOUR HELP!! It’s quick, easy, and free - Please consider doing one or all of the following to help grow our audience:Leave Us A Five Star Review in one of the following places:Apple PodcastPo...
2024-06-021h 31
Growin' Up RockFriday Quick Fix: This Day In Rock (5/24/89)Sonny takes a close look at the music charts to see what was happening in music on any particular day in music history.The Friday Quick Fix Concept: The Friday Quick Fix is your single dose of Rock n Roll in 15 minutes or less to get your weekend off to a rockin’ start.Every Friday, we will deliver a different segment that focuses on albums, songs, movies, Playlist, and generally just about anything we find entertaining and want to share with you.You will stil...
2024-05-2415 min
Growin' Up RockMonsters Of Rock Cruise 24 Trivia (Reeling In The Years)In this special episode we recorded live while on our adventure to this years Monsters Of Rock Cruise, we invite some special guest and significant others to participate in a round of trivia. These episodes are always a blast and usually have some interesting moments. Play along with us in your car or at home for this instalment of "Reeling In The Years".WE NEED YOUR HELP!! It’s quick, easy, and free - Please consider doing one or all of the following to help grow our audience:Leave Us A Five St...
2024-04-1451 min
Growin' Up RockWhen Rock Ruled The Charts: The First Ever MTV VMAsIn this "When Rock Ruled The Charts" episode we focus on September 4th, 1984. This was the first ever MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) Ceremony. We discuss what was happening in the HOT 200 album charts that week along with the MTV VMAs that year.WE NEED YOUR HELP!! It’s quick, easy, and free - Please consider doing one or all of the following to help grow our audience:Leave Us A Five Star Review in one of the following places:Apple PodcastPo...
2024-04-071h 08
Growin' Up Rock2024 Monsters Of Rock Cruise RECAPIn this episode we will be bringing you Part 2 of our 2024 Monsters Of Rock Cruise Recap. You can find Part 1 over at the Podder Than Hell Podcast with our travel partners.During Part 2 we will cover Days 3/4/and 5 of our 2024 Monsters Of Rock Cruise Adventure.WE NEED YOUR HELP!! It’s quick, easy, and free - Please consider doing one or all of the following to help grow our audience:Leave Us A Five Star Review in one of the following places:Apple PodcastPodchaserSpotify...
2024-03-171h 36
Growin' Up Rock2024 Monsters Of Rock Cruise PreviewWe are covering all the bands that are scheduled to be playing on this years Monsters Of Rock Cruise. We also want to try and help out all those people that will be joining us on their first Monsters Of Rock Cruise or their first cruise ever, by putting together some tips and tricks that will hopefully help you get the most out of your Rock n Roll vacation.WE NEED YOUR HELP!! It’s quick, easy, and free - Please consider doing one or all of the following to help grow our audience:Leave Us...
2024-02-181h 26
Growin' Up RockWhen Rock Ruled The Charts: 2-4-2000In this episode of “When Rock Ruled The Charts” we take a close look at 2-4-2000, exactly 24 years ago. Get it.. 2-4-24. We will rewind the clocks exactly 24 years and look at the Billboard 200 album charts to see what was happening musically during the time.WE NEED YOUR HELP!! It’s quick, easy, and free - Please consider doing one or all of the following to help grow our audience:Leave Us A Five Star Review in one of the following places:Apple PodcastPodchaserSpotifyConn...
2024-02-041h 16
Growin' Up RockFriday Quick Fix: This Day In Rock (New Years Eve)For This episode of "This Day In Rock", we take a look at New Years Eve. Why? Because Sonny has issues that he keeps in check by doing episodes just like this. Take a listen and you will see exactly what we are talking about.The Friday Quick Fix Concept: The Friday Quick Fix is your single dose of Rock n Roll in 15 minutes or less to get your weekend off to a rockin’ start.Every Friday, we will deliver a different segment that focuses on albums, songs, movies, Playlist, and generally just...
2023-12-2914 min
Growin' Up RockThe Rock Roundtable Discussion (Vacation Cruise Edition)Steven, Sonny, and Steve Wright from the Podder Than Hell Podcast all took our lovely wives on a Vacation Cruise that wasn't MORC. We had a blast, but we also had 3 sea days with no concerts, so we decided to hold a rock roundtable discussion and record it for you the listener. We cover statistics regarding rock being "dead", Black Sabbath the musical ballet, some recent rock album releases, along with a host of other topics. Jump on board with us and enjoy this discussion.WE NEED YOUR HELP!! It’s quick, easy, and free - Please co...
2023-10-221h 10
Growin' Up RockFriday Quick Fix: This Day In Rock (October 6th, 1984)This week's fix, has Sonny looking at the music charts for 10/6/84.The Friday Quick Fix Concept: The Friday Quick Fix is your single dose of Rock n Roll in 15 minutes or less to get your weekend off to a rockin’ start.Every Friday, we will deliver a different segment that focuses on albums, songs, movies, Playlist, and generally just about anything we find entertaining and want to share with you.You will still get a regular full length episode every Sunday as usualPlease Consider Supp...
2023-10-0617 min
Growin' Up RockMatch Game Trivia On MORC (Monsters Of Rock Cruise)In an episode recorded on this year's MORC (Monsters Of Rock Cruise), Sonny and I along with many of our Podcast friends gathered in InObscuria's co-host Kevin Williams room to match wits in a MORC rock version of Match Game trivia.Please Consider Supporting The Artist We Feature In This and Every Episode:(You can support them by purchasing Music, Merch, or A Concert Ticket)In This Episode You Heard:Kiss, Van Halen, Motley Crue, Judas Priest, Tesla, Restrayned, Poison, Dirty Honey, and Winery Dogs...
2023-09-1055 min
Growin' Up RockFriday Quick Fix: This Day In Rock (May 13th, 1990)In this FQF, Hollywood will take you back in time and look at the music charts for a particular day and see what music was happening on that date.The Friday Quick Fix Concept: The Friday Quick Fix is your single dose of Rock n Roll in 15 minutes or less to get your weekend off to a rockin’ start.Every Friday, we will deliver a different segment that focuses on albums, songs, movies, Playlist, and generally just about anything we find entertaining and want to share with you.
2023-08-1814 min
Growin' Up RockWhen Rock Ruled The Charts: Judas Priest Found InnocentWe explore the rock music charts for August 24th, 1990. On this day in music history the band Judas Priest was found innocent from creating backwards messages on their album Stained Class that made two young teens commit suicide. *****If you or anyone you know is having problems coping with life, you can text or call 988 - 24 hours a day everyday of the year to speak with someone who can help.*****Please Consider Supporting The Artist We Feature In This and Every Episode:(You can support them by purchasing Music, Merch, o...
2023-08-061h 17
Growin' Up RockWhat Are Your Holy Trilogy Of Rock Albums?We get the listeners involved and ask them to give us their Holy Trilogy Of Rock Albums. 3 consecutive albums released by any band or artist that you love. The only rule is that they need to be consecutive releases. It can be albums 1, 2, and 3 or albums 4, 5, and 6. Maybe it's even later in their career and it's albums 7, 8, and 9. Please Consider Supporting The Artist We Feature In This and Every Episode:(You can support them by purchasing Music, Merch, or A Concert Ticket)In This Episode You Heard :Dio, Judas Priest, House O...
2023-07-231h 48
Growin' Up RockRock Years Trivia On MORC (Monsters Of Rock Cruise)A bunch of us got together on this year's MORC (Monsters Of Rock Cruise) to play a fun and ball busting rendition of Rock Years Trivia. As always our host Sonny figured out a way to make us all feel stupid. Enjoy.Go and Support The Many Great Artist We Feature In This and Every Episode:Eclipse, Tyketto, Tesla, Twisted Sister, Stryper, Krokus, Loaded Dice, and KissReach Out To Us:Email: growinuprock@gmail.comFollow Us@:
2023-07-091h 01
Growin' Up RockThanking The Greats: Producer Bob RockThis week in the Thanking The Greats Series, we want to thank one of the greatest music producers in rock music Bob Rock.In the “Thanking The Greats Series” we will explore and discuss an individual Artist, Producer, Song Writer, Manager, or just about anyone involved in the music business we think has had a long career and contributed to the music we grew up loving. Oh and while we are at it, we will also select and play a few tunes we dig that are related to that individual.Go...
2023-07-021h 05
Growin' Up Rock2023 Monsters Of Rock Cruise RECAP (PT.3) - BONUSWe finish up our RECAP of the 2023 Monsters Of Rock Cruise with the Day 5 adventures. We also share a cost breakdown of the cruise to anyone who is interested in the value of a rock cruise and how it’s gonna hit your wallet.Support the Artist You Heard In This Episode:Tyketto, Ace Frehley, Hardcore Superstar, Stryper, Dirty Looks, TNT, And Danny VaughnSpecial Guest: The Guys From The Podder Than Hell PodcastReach Out To Us:...
2023-05-141h 09
Growin' Up Rock2023 Monsters Of Rock Cruise RECAP (PT.2)We are giving you all the inside scoop to all our adventures on the 2023 Monsters Of Rock Cruise in this RECAP. You will find the part 1 recap to the Monsters Of Rock Cruise over on the Podder Than Hell Podcast, as we joined them to talk about the Pre-Party and Days 1 and 2.In Part 2 the guys from Podder Than Hell join us to talk about what we saw in days 3, 4, and 5.WE NEED YOUR HELP!! It’s quick, easy, and free - Please consider doing one or all of the following to help grow our au...
2023-05-131h 07
Growin' Up RockCreating Rock Iconz With KnuckleBonz CEO Tony SimermanWe talk with KnuckleBonz CEO and Founder Tony Simerman about the amazing collectable artwork his company produces and all things Rock n Roll.Support the Artist You Heard In This Episode:KnuckleBonz.ComPROMO CODE FOR KnuckleBonz - PC2KBZ0423David Lee Roth, Deep Purple, Black Sabbath, Kiss, Led Zeppelin Special Guest: Tony SimermanReach Out To Us:Email: growinuprock@gmail.comFollow Us:Facebook Loud Minority Group
2023-05-071h 02
Growin' Up Rock2023 Monsters Of Rock Cruise Preview (Part 2)As we prepare for the 2023 Monsters Of Rock Cruise, We run down all the bands in this years lineup and discuss the bands we are most excited to see, along with some tips for the first time MORC cruisers. We even invite our friend Tony Musallam from the band Restrayned to share his thoughts on the 2023 Monsters Of Rock Cruise. This is Part 2 of the 2 part series - Make sure you go check out part 1.WE NEED YOUR HELP!! It’s quick, easy, and free - Please consider doing one or all of the following to help gr...
2023-04-161h 00
Growin' Up Rock2023 Monsters Of Rock Cruise Preview (Part 1)As we prepare for the 2023 Monsters Of Rock Cruise, We run down all the bands in this years lineup and discuss the bands we are most excited to see, along with some tips for the first time MORC cruisers. We even invite our friend Tony Musallam from the band Restrayned to share his thoughts on the 2023 Monsters Of Rock Cruise. This part one and part 2 will be released a couple of days later so make sure you check them both out.WE NEED YOUR HELP!! It’s quick, easy, and free - Please consider doing one or al...
2023-04-1456 min
Growin' Up RockChristian Rock For The Sinners!Rock and Roll and sinners go together like beer and hot wings. It's for this very reason we need to share some Christian Rock that goes beyond just a great band like Stryper. There are all kinds of varying degrees of Christian Rock and we plan on sharing some great music that not only rocks but just might save your souls in the process! LOL.WE NEED YOUR HELP!! It’s quick, easy, and free - Please consider doing one or all of the following to help grow our audience:Leave Us A Five Star Rev...
2023-04-0953 min
Growin' Up RockChristian Rock For The Sinners! Rock and Roll and sinners go together like beer and hot wings. It's for this very reason we need to share some Christian Rock that goes beyond just a great band like Stryper. There are all kinds of varying degrees of Christian Rock and we plan on sharing some great music that not only rocks but just might save your souls in the process! LOL. WE NEED YOUR HELP!! It’s quick, easy, and free - Please consider doing one or all of the following to help grow our audience: ...
2023-04-0950 min
Growin' Up RockWhen Rock Ruled The Charts: (Kiss at The Grammys)In this weeks "When Rock Ruled The Charts" series, we take a look at February 28th 1996, the day Kiss visits the Grammys and shocks the world by putting the makeup back on. As we do with all "When Rock Ruled The Charts" episodes, we will look at a specific time in music history, and look closely at the music charts to see how rock music played a part during that period of time. WE NEED YOUR HELP!! It’s quick, easy, and free - Please consider doing one or all of the fo...
2023-01-221h 30
Growin' Up RockDef Leppard Diamond Star Halos Album Review This week we invite… No one because I'm too lazy to coordinate any guest, and go track by track into the 12th Studio Album release Diamond Star Halos by Def Leppard. This is the final album review for our Def Leppard series. Diamond Star Halos was released in May 2022 and produced by Def Leppard and Ronan McHugh. Each month in 2022 we will cover a studio album release from the British rockers Def Leppard. Def Leppard is a Top 10 band for Steven and even though that status is built mo...
2022-12-111h 38
Growin' Up RockRock Trivia With Special GuestThis week we do another rock trivia episode, with special guest Steve Roney and Scott Davis, Authors of the Pictures: Alive - Rock Shows Of The 80s And Beyond. WE NEED YOUR HELP!! It’s quick, easy, and free - Please consider doing one or all of the following to help grow our audience: Leave Us A Five Star Review in one of the following places: Apple Podcast Podchaser Connect with us Email us gro...
2022-12-041h 35
Growin' Up RockCan Richard Marx Rock?Can Richard Marx rock? We pose this question as we share with the listeners some of Richard's history along with some songs that we think help answer this question. WE NEED YOUR HELP!! It’s quick, easy, and free - Please consider doing one or all of the following to help grow our audience: Leave Us A Five Star Review in one of the following places: Apple Podcast Podchaser Connect with us Email us gro...
2022-11-201h 19
Growin' Up RockWhen Rock Ruled The Charts (Live Aid)This week we return to the "When Rock Ruled The Charts" series and take a look at the music charts on July 13th 1985. The day that Live Aid took place in Europe and the US. WE NEED YOUR HELP!! It’s quick, easy, and free - Please consider doing one or all of the following to help grow our audience: Leave Us A Five Star Review in one of the following places: Apple Podcast Podchaser Connect with us ...
2022-10-231h 30
Growin' Up Rock5 Years Of Rock Birthday SpectacularWelcome to Week Two of our 5 Years Of Rock Birthday Spectacular. It's hard to believe we have been releasing podcast episodes every week for the last 5 years. This week we continue our 5th year celebration by still praying at the alter of the number 5. Sonny and I pick 5 songs that are the 5th song from an album released during our graduation year. WE NEED YOUR HELP!! It’s quick, easy, and free - Please consider doing one or all of the following to help grow our audience: Leave Us A Fi...
2022-08-211h 13
Growin' Up RockWhen Rock Ruled The Charts (5-5-5)Welcome to the first of a two week celebration for our 5th year as a podcast. This week we kick it all off with another episode of "When Rock Ruled The Charts" and because it's our 5th birthday, we are all about the 5s. We are looking at the album charts for May 5th, 2005. Yep that's right 5-5-5. WE NEED YOUR HELP!! It’s quick, easy, and free - Please consider doing one or all of the following to help grow our audience: Leave Us A Five Star Review in...
2022-08-141h 30
Growin' Up RockDef Leppard Euphoria Album Review This week we invite David Hudson (Huddy) from Digital Killed The Radio Star and State Of Amorica Podcast to dive deep and go track by track into Euphoria, the seventh Studio Album release by Def Leppard. Each month in 2022 we will cover a studio album release from the British rockers Def Leppard. WE NEED YOUR HELP!! It’s quick, easy, and free - Please consider doing one or all of the following to help grow our audience: Leave Us A Five Star Review in...
2022-07-311h 46
Growin' Up RockHollywood's Wild Hair - Jasmine And Her Rock n Roll StoryOn this episode of Hollywood’s Wild Hair, Sonny goes from doing a solo episode to being joined by his beautiful 18-year-old daughter, Jasmine. Sonny gets Jasmine's rock n roll story while playing some killer music, and basically making you laugh a little. WE NEED YOUR HELP!! It’s quick, easy, and free – Please consider doing one or all of the following to help grow our audience: Leave Us a Five Star Review in one of the following places: Apple Podcast Podchaser
2022-07-101h 45
Growin' Up RockCruise To The Edge Daily DiaryThis week, we are sharing a daily diary as we record live from Cruise To The Edge with special guest Kevin Williams from Inobscuria Podcast. Cruise To The Edge is a Progressive Rock cruise that features over 40 bands and artist ranging from progressive rock to jazz fusion. It's not the norm for the Growin' Up Rock Podcast but Sonny won the cruise are dared me to go on it. WE NEED YOUR HELP!! It’s quick, easy, and free - Please consider doing one or all of the following to help grow our audience:...
2022-06-122h 46
Growin' Up RockWhen Rock Ruled The Charts: (Randy Rhoads Death)In this When Rock Ruled The Charts series episode, we are taking a look at the rock charts for March 19th, 1982. This is an extremely sad day for rock fans all over the world. This is the day Ozzy Osbourne's brilliant young guitarist Randy Rhoads, was killed in a plane crash. WE NEED YOUR HELP!! It’s quick, easy, and free - Please consider doing one or all of the following to help grow our audience: Leave Us A Five Star Review in one of the following places: ...
2022-05-011h 51
Growin' Up RockThe Luck Of The IrishIs the luck of the Irish present and strong within rock n roll? You bet it is, and in this episode we go a little deeper than U2 and Thin Lizzy to look at bands and artist with Irish ties. Happy St. Patrick's Day Week! WE NEED YOUR HELP!! It’s quick, easy, and free - Please consider doing one or all of the following to help grow our audience: Leave Us A Five Star Review in one of the following places: Apple Podcast...
2022-03-131h 35
Growin' Up Rock2022 Monsters Of Rock Cruise Recap (Part One)We survived the 2022 Monsters Of Rock Cruise. In this recap we invite our travel partners from the Podder Than Hell podcast, to cover the Pre-Party and Days 1 through 3 before going over to their Podcast for part two, and finish off our recap with days 4 and 5. - Part 2 can be heard here : Podder Than Hell Podcast WE NEED YOUR HELP!! It’s quick, easy, and free - Please consider doing one or all of the following to help grow our audience: Leave Us A Five Star Review in one of the fo...
2022-03-062h 01
Growin' Up Rock2022 Monsters Of Rock Cruise Preview (Part 2)In this episode we invite our Monsters Of Rock Cruise traveling partners from the Podder Than Hell Podcast to cover the over 40 plus rock bands playing this years 2022 Monsters Of Rock Cruise. We share who we are looking forward to seeing and who we will be willing to miss while on deck getting our sun tans. This is Part 2, and you can find Part 1 over on the Podder Than Hell Podcast WE NEED YOUR HELP!! It’s quick, easy, and free - Please consider doing one or all of the following to help grow ou...
2022-02-061h 09
Growin' Up RockWhen Rock Ruled The Charts - (Death Of Hair Bands)In this episode of When Rock Ruled The Charts, we focus on the Death of Hair Bands. We take an in-depth look at January 11th, 1992. The day Nirvana's "Nevermind" hit number one on the Top 200 Album charts. WE NEED YOUR HELP!! It’s quick, easy, and free - Please consider doing one or all of the following to help grow our audience: Leave Us A Five Star Review in one of the following places: Apple Podcast Podchaser Connect wi...
2022-01-231h 25
Growin' Up RockBest Rock Albums Of 2021 As is tradition around this time of year with us here at Growin' Up Rock we are sharing our 10 best rock album releases of 2021. WE NEED YOUR HELP!! It’s quick, easy, and free - Please consider doing one or all of the following to help grow our audience: Leave Us A Five Star Review in one of the following places: Apple Podcast Podchaser Connect with us Email us growinuprock@gmail.com
2022-01-021h 32
Growin' Up RockWhat's Your Favorite Rock VHS Tapes?Sonny and Steven take a trip down memory lane, and look at 10 rock VHS tapes they still own today and discuss how important videos like these were back in the late 80s and early 90s before the YouTube revolution ever existed. Want To Help Us Out? It’s quick, easy, and free - Please consider doing one or all of the following to help grow our audience: Connect with us: Email us growinuprock@gmail.com Contact Form Like and F...
2021-12-051h 25
Growin' Up RockKiss Kruise vs. Monsters Of Rock Cruise, Which one is best for you?In this episode Sonny and special guest Steve Wright from the Podder Than Hell Podcast, are back and fresh off Kiss Kruise X. We go through this years experience and compare it to the Monsters Of Rock Cruises to give you a good idea of the differences and which one may be right for you. WE NEED YOUR HELP!! It’s quick, easy, and free - Please consider doing one or all of the following to help grow our audience: Leave Us A Five Star Review in one of the following places: ...
2021-11-211h 13
Growin' Up RockWhen Rock Ruled The Charts (Van Halen Debut)In this episode of When Rock Ruled The Charts, we explore the charts on February 10th, 1978, the day Van Halen's epic debut album was released. What was on the charts at the time? How much different was Van Halen then all the rest of the rock out at that time. WE NEED YOUR HELP!! It’s quick, easy, and free - Please consider doing one or all of the following to help grow our audience: Connect with us Email us growinuprock@gmail.com C...
2021-11-141h 36
Growin' Up RockThe Big 4 Of 80s Hard Rock Everyone always talks about the big 4 of thrash and metal but what about the Big 4 of 80s hard rock? In this episode we discuss who should be included in that big 4 of 80s hard rock. WE NEED YOUR HELP!! It’s quick, easy, and free - Please consider doing one or all of the following to help grow our audience: Connect with us Email us growinuprock@gmail.com Contact Form Like and Follow Us on FaceBook
2021-11-071h 03
Growin' Up RockCommercial Rock (Songs To Sells Stuff) In this episode we get the listeners involved as we discuss possible rock songs that could be used in a commercial to sell product. When the perfect song is combined with the perfect product, stuff gets sold. If you are lucky enough to sell a song to a large company to use in a national TV ad, you could see royalties on that song for years to come. The song often becomes identifiable with that product. WE NEED YOUR HELP!! It’s quick, easy, and free - Please consider doing one or al...
2021-09-121h 36
Growin' Up RockWhen Rock Ruled The Charts (MTV Part 2)Picking up where we left off last week - In Part 2 of this 2 part episode we look at August 1st, 1985 - 4 Years to the day MTV launched, because we wanted to see the impact it had on the charts. WE NEED YOUR HELP!! It’s quick, easy, and free - Please consider doing one or all of the following to help grow our audience: Connect with us Email us growinuprock@gmail.com Contact Form Like and Follow Us on Fa...
2021-08-221h 23
Growin' Up RockWhen Rock Ruled The Charts (MTV Part 1)Remember when rock ruled the charts and you could hear and see it everywhere? In this on-going series, we explore a single date in history to explore the Billboard album charts and take a look at what rock albums were tearing up the charts. In Part 1 of this 2 part episode we look at August 1st, 1981 - The day MTV launched. WE NEED YOUR HELP!! It’s quick, easy, and free - Please consider doing one or all of the following to help grow our audience: Connect with us ...
2021-08-151h 21
Growin' Up RockFour Years Of RockWe celebrate our 4th Birthday by exploring 4 very different albums all containing 4, Four, or IV in the title. Want to know more? Go Here WE NEED YOUR HELP!! It’s quick, easy, and free - Please consider doing one or all of the following to help grow our audience: Connect with us Email us growinuprock@gmail.com Contact Form Like and Follow Us on FaceBook Follow Us on Twitter Le...
2021-08-081h 49
Growin' Up RockRock Album TriviaIn this episode we invite Decibel Geek Co-Host and ROCKNPOD creator Chris Czynszak along with Steve Wright from the Podder Than Hell Podcast to play a little rock album trivia with us. We also get the details on the big Nashville ROCKNPOD 2021 event quickly approaching and what we can expect from that. WE NEED YOUR HELP!! It’s quick, easy, and free - Please consider doing one or all of the following to help grow our audience: Connect with us Email us growinuprock@gmail.com ...
2021-08-011h 31
Growin' Up RockWhen Rock Ruled The Charts Remember when rock rules the charts and you could hear and see it everywhere? In this new series, we explore a single date in history to explore the Billboard album charts and take a look at what rock albums were tearing up the charts. First up in the series, is June 29th, 1991 - The day that Skid Row's Slave To The Grind debut at number one. WE NEED YOUR HELP!! It’s quick, easy, and free - Please consider doing one or all of the following to help grow our audience: ...
2021-06-271h 40
Growin' Up RockWho Are The Most Unique Singers In Rock?In this episode we ask the question, Who are the most unique singers in rock? Love them or hate them, when you hear them on the radio you know it's them singing. There is something about their voice that is instantly recognizable. Even if they weren't singing the style of music they normally sing, you would still be able to name that singer. This episode sponsored by Manscaped "The best in men's below the waist grooming." Visit https://manscaped.com Get 20% off and free shipping using PROMO Code: ROCKANDROLL To get all the...
2021-06-131h 34
Growin' Up RockGrowin' Up Rock With The Band LiliacLiliac Info:5-piece Los Angeles-based, family Rock/Metal band, “Liliac” has sparked the world by storm. This female-fronted band consisting of all siblings’ ages 12-21 has brought a unique and fresh sound they call “Vamp Metal”. Lead vocalist, Melody (18), with her raspy-powerful voice; Lead guitarist, Samuel (21), with his skillful-effortless guitars; Drummer, Abigail (20), with her solid-thunderous drums; Bassist, Ethan (13), with his rich-thick bass; Keyboardist, Justin (12), with his passionate-polished keys; is what makes this band so incredible and catches the eyes of millions. Liliac, which means “bat” in Romanian, not only, has a unique meaning...
2021-04-111h 04
Growin' Up RockThe Most Hated Rock BandsWe know your passionate about your music. Who you love and who you hate. So lets find out if you agree with this list from this article we found on line. WE NEED YOUR HELP!! It’s quick, easy, and free - Please consider doing one or all of the following to help grow our audience: Connect with us Email us growinuprock@gmail.com Contact Form Like and Follow Us on FaceBook Follo...
2021-04-041h 40
Growin' Up RockBuilding Blocks Of RockIf we were to hand a teenager a stack of albums that we considered to be the building blocks of rock, what albums would be in that stack? To Get The Full Story Go Here: https://growinuprock.com/EP172 WE NEED YOUR HELP!! It’s quick, easy, and free - Please consider doing one or all of the following to help grow our audience: Connect with us Email us growinuprock@gmail.com Contact Form Like and Foll...
2020-10-181h 44
Growin' Up RockTop 10 Debut Rock AlbumsSome of the best music a band has to offer appears on their debut albums. In this episode we are giving our top 10 favorite debut rock albums, with a little twist. To Get The Full Story Click Here: https://growinuprock.com/EP170 WE NEED YOUR HELP!! It’s quick, easy, and free - Please consider doing one or all of the following to help grow our audience: Connect with us Email us growinuprock@gmail.com Contact Form Li...
2020-10-041h 48
Growin' Up RockWomen Who RockWomen in rock, deserve our full attention and so this week's episode is dedicated to all those women past and present who have kicked our asses and cranked up their guitars just to entertain us here at Growin’ Up Rock. To Get The Full Story Go Here WE NEED YOUR HELP!! It’s quick, easy, and free - Please consider doing one or all of the following to help grow our audience: Connect with us Email us growinuprock@gmail.com Conta...
2020-09-061h 37
Growin' Up RockTop 10 Rock Albums of 1990In the final week of this month long series focusing on music celebrating it's 30th anniversary, we are finishing strong with our Top 10 Rock Albums of 1990. For More Info Click On This: https://growinuprock.com/EP165 WE NEED YOUR HELP!! It’s quick, easy, and free - Please consider doing one or all of the following to help grow our audience: Connect with us Email us growinuprock@gmail.com Contact Form Like and Follow Us on Face...
2020-08-301h 40
Growin' Up RockRanking 20 Rock Songs From 1990 w/ Joe McGinnessWe invite special guest Joe McGinness from Klassik '78 and Kuarantine to join us in ranking 20 rock songs from 1990. To Get The Full Story Click On This Link: https://growinuprock.com/EP163 WE NEED YOUR HELP!! It’s quick, easy, and free - Please consider doing one or all of the following to help grow our audience: Connect with us Email us growinuprock@gmail.com Contact Form Like and Follow Us on FaceBook
2020-08-161h 44
Growin' Up RockSibling RockIn this episode Sonny and Steven talk about siblings rock bands. We get into the bands and music that contain any combination of siblings. To Get The Full Story Click Here: https://growinuprock.com/EP158 WE NEED YOUR HELP!! It’s quick, easy, and free - Please consider doing one or all of the following to help grow our audience: Connect with us Email us growinuprock@gmail.com Contact Form Like and Follow Us on FaceBook
2020-07-121h 50
Growin' Up RockMonsters Of Rock Cruise 2020 RecapThe Monsters Of Rock Cruise 2020 is history now. We wanted to recap, all the fun and crazy times we shared with so many great people. Our guest and cruising partner Steve Wright from the Podder Than Hell Podcast and his friend Chris join us to run through the complete lineup of bands playing the cruise. We give our thoughts on the shows we saw and share how this years cruise compared to last years. For The Full Story and Notes Go To: https://growinuprock.com/EP138 Buy and Support Music From The Artist We Discuss...
2020-02-232h 47
Growin' Up RockMonsters Of Rock Cruise Preparty Recap BonusSonny, Steven, and Jen sit around on the Monsters Of Rock Cruise with the guys from the Podder Than Hell Podcast including their friend Chris to recap all the activities from the Monsters Of Rock Cruise Preparty. The conversation takes place on The Independence Of The Seas on day 3 while in port in Belize. Complete with ship announcements and music playing throughout the ship. This bonus episode is recorded completely LIVE. We will have the full cruise recap in a couple of days on our normal release day. For The Full Story Go To: https://growinuprock.com...
2020-02-2145 min
Growin' Up RockSuper Bowl Of Rock n RollThe Super Bowl is upon us and we decided there was no better time to talk about the rock n roll that is played at sporting events throughout Stadiums all over the world. We cover our predictions for the Super Bowl, our love of the game, and some kick ass music that would have made great sporting anthems. Buy and Support Music From The Artist We Discuss On This Episode Growin’ Up Rock Amazon Store Music in this Episode Provided by the Following: Kiss, Airbourne, AC / DC, Monster Truck, Pillar, Megadeth, Av...
2020-02-021h 20
Growin' Up RockStation is Rock n Roll with IntentionStation is a rock n roll band on the rise. They take their craft seriously and they approach building the bands brand with intention. This week I speak with guitarist Chris Lane and singer Patrick Kearney about recording, marketing, and touring in today's musical climate. For Complete Show Notes Go To : https://growinuprock.com/EP134 Buy and Support Music From The Artist We Discuss On This Episode Station Website and Station Facebook Growin’ Up Rock Amazon Store Music in...
2020-01-261h 17
Growin' Up RockMonsters Of Rock Cruise 2020 Preview Part 2We set sail again on the Monsters Of Rock Cruise this February. This year we are traveling with our friends from the Podder Than Hell Podcast, so we have put together a 2 part preview of all the bands scheduled to play on this years cruise. Go To Podder Than Hell Podcast For Part 1 For More Information Go To: https://growinuprock.com/EP133 A Special THANK YOU to Greg Carchidi for the great show cover art and graphics above - You can see more @ https://carchidisolutions.com/ ...
2020-01-191h 34
Growin' Up RockBest Hard Rock Releases Of 20192019 is history now and its time to discuss the best hard rock and metal releases of the year. There was an abundance of music released in 2019, some of it good, some of it bad, and some of it made the list for our favorites in 2019. We pick our top 10 album releases for the year along with playing a few choice cuts. For the List & More Info Go To: https:growinuprock.com/EP131 Buy and Support Music From The Artist We Discuss On This Episode Growin’ Up Rock Amazon Store ...
2020-01-051h 52
Growin' Up Rock1-2 Punch Of Rock N RollSonny and Steven discuss albums, where the first two songs deliver a strong 1-2 punch of Rock N Roll. We find out about Forbes top musical earners and check in on the fan voter numbers for the 2020 Rock N Roll Hall Of Fame. To Get All The Info Go To: https://growinuprock.com/EP130 Buy and Support Music From The Artist We Discuss On This Episode - Use The Amazon Link Below: Growin’ Up Rock Amazon Store Music in this Episode Provided by the Fol...
2019-12-291h 45
Growin' Up RockThis Ain't No Disco 1981 - EP109 Episode Description: The year is 1981 and it’s time for another episode of "This Ain’t No Disco". We are covering hard rock and metal albums released in 1981 and we brought along a special guest. Ed Spangenberg from Klick Tee Shop joins us to talk about his new Kiss inspired T-Shirts and tell us what he was listening to in 1981. What’s The Story: 1981 was a killer year for hard rock and metal...
2019-09-202h 00
Growin' Up RockMonsters Of Rock Cruise Finale Part 4 – EP089Episode Description: The 2019 Monsters Of Rock Cruise is now history. It was an adventure we will never forget. In this epic long finale, we go day by day through our adventures from our perspective. We share what we did and saw and who we liked and disliked. While we are at it, we play some of the great music we heard on the cruise from the bands we loved. What's The Story? Hollywood and Steven traveled to Miami to jump on the annual 5 day Monsters Of Rock Cruise with 3000 of their closest friends and about 55 kick ass bands and round...
2019-03-103h 41
Growin' Up RockMonsters Of Rock Cruise Preview Part 3 - EP086Episode Description: Monsters Of Rock Cruise Preview Part 3 Of 4 We cap off our Monsters Of Rock Cruise preview with part 3 of our upcoming cruise featuring killer music by Extreme, Eclipse, Soto, Jetboy, Y&T, and many more. What's The Story: Sonny and I are headed to Miami to get our ROCK ON!! We have completed two parts already covering more than 40 of the 50 plus bands and artist that will be performing at the Pre-Parties and on this cruise. Once in Miami, The Growin' Up Rock Podcast will be recording content with cruisers, and hopefully artist, as well as covering the...
2019-02-171h 38
Growin' Up RockMonsters Of Rock Cruise Preview – Part 2 – EP083Monsters Of Rock Cruise Preview, part 2 of 4 Steven and Hollywood are going cruising. The Growin' Up Rock Podcast in 2019 will take it's show on the road and jump on the Monsters Of Rock Cruise. In Part 2 of this 4 part series of episodes we will showcase killer artist like Skid Row, Tora Tora, Kix, XYZ, Vixen and all the others that are performing on the cruise. We also enlisted our fellow Podcaster and Co-Host of the CGCM Podcast Rich 'The Meister" Dillon to educate us on the cruise. Rich will be making his 9th Monsters Of Rock Cruise and he likes...
2019-01-272h 37
Growin' Up RockLivin’ The Life: Miljenko Matijevic of Steelheart – EP082In this episode we are livin' the life with Miljenko Matijevic of Steelheart. We catch up with Steelheart's main man Miljenko to talk about his career, the new live album, and what Steelheart fans can expect in 2019. In 1990 when Steelheart finally got their shot to hit the rock scene, the band embodied everything you would want from a band in that era. They had the look, catchy songs, emotional ballads, screeching guitars, energetic live shows, and a singer named Miljenko Matijevic with a multi-octave range that would make your head spin. Through the journey, Steelheart ended up with a varied h...
2019-01-201h 15
Growin' Up RockMarc Ferrari – RnR Business Animal – EP078Marc Ferrari is a RnR business animal. Known for being the lead guitar player in Keel and Cold Sweat, Marc has played to thousands of Rock n Roll animals around the world. Marc has done the whole Rockstar thing, but that is just a small stop in his musical journey through life. Some of Marc's career highlights include, writing songs for the 96 Summer Olympic Games, writing and releasing 2 solo records, playing guitar for Crucial Taunt, a fictional band in a couple of the most iconic movies from the 90s Wayne's World. Oh and did we forget to mention that Marc...
2018-12-231h 01
Growin' Up RockMonsters Of Rock Cruise Preview – Part 1 – EP076Monsters Of Rock Cruise Preview, part 1 of 4 Steven and Hollywood are going cruising. The Growin' Up Rock Podcast in 2019 will take it's show on the road and jump on the Monsters Of Rock Cruise. In the first 3 parts of this 4 part series of episodes we will showcase killer artist like Tesla, Pink Cream 69, Saxon, Black n Blue, Queensryche, Killer Dwarfs and all the others that are performing on the cruise. In part 4, we will conclude our coverage in March with a finale that will recap the entire experience and hopefully a special guest or two. We will capture all the e...
2018-12-021h 52
Growin' Up RockRock n Roll Trivia – Who Are You – EP075It’s a Rock n Roll Trivia Game show of epic proportions where we ask the question Who Are You? We invite our special guest Steve Wright from the Podder The Hell Podcast to come and test his trivial hard rock knowledge against the absent minded Steven Michael who thinks the answer to everything is Van Halen. While we try and figure out who has the most points, we play some killer music by the likes of Lita Ford, Queensryche, Sammy Hagar, Iron Maiden, WASP, Night Ranger, Kiss, Striker, and Blood Of The Sun. Our Gameshow host Sonny “Wink Martindale” Pooni d...
2018-11-251h 47
Growin' Up RockRock n Roll Hall Of Fame – Who’s In Who’s Out? – EP070The Rock n Roll Hall Of Fame invokes a lot of discussion among the hard rock and metal community. Should we have our own Hard Rock and Metal Hall Of Fame, and if so, who's in and who's out? Since its existence, the Rock n Roll Hall Of Fame has come with it’s share of controversy, whether people are arguing about who’s in and who’s out, or bands arguing about who is coming and who is performing together. We believe in rock n roll and music in general, but we have thoughts about the current state of affairs...
2018-10-211h 43
Growin' Up RockEclipse – Rock’s Complete Package – EP065Eclipse is Rock's complete package. Growin' Up Rock was lucky enough to catch up with the Swedish band in Atlanta to learn what's brought them here and what's in store for the future. Eclipse has released three albums that I absolutely love on Frontiers Records: Bleed and Scream (2012), Armageddonize (2015), and Monumentum (2017). On a rare trip to the US for an appearance at PowerProg USA, a progressive power metal festival, singer Erik Mårtensson, guitarist Magnus Henriksson, and drummer Philip Crusner of Sweden's Eclipse were kind enough to share some of their earliest influences, how they approach writing for different projects they...
2018-09-161h 29
Growin' Up RockRock N Pod 2 Recap Finale – EP064Nashville Rock N Pod 2 is over , and we are closing out this year's Rock N Pod 2 recap with an epic finale of massive proportions. In this finale you will hear from Tora Tora, Keel, Tesla, Kik Tracee, Bang Tang, and a host of other great interviews. Growin' Up Rock loves to have fun and we do exactly that with our guest as we dig into what music they grew up on that meant so much to them driving them to become the people they are today. Growin' Up Rock had an amazing amount of fun this year hanging out with...
2018-09-102h 37
Growin' Up RockRock N Pod 2 Recap Part 1 – EP063Nashville Rock N Pod 2 is over , but the recap for Growin' Up Rock is just starting. The Growin’ Up Rock Podcast was in attendance for this year’s Rock N Pod Expo and we have a virtual treasure trove of interviews with musicians, comedians, fellow podcasters and yes, music content, to share with you. This is Part 1 of a 2 part Rock N Pod recap. Hollywood and I will share our overall experience of the entire weekend. We have lots of laughs and mix in some great music with the stories and memories we created over the course of the weekend. If yo...
2018-09-071h 35
Growin' Up RockRock N Pod 2 : The Future Of Rock – EP062Nashville Rock N Pod 2 is over and the future, past, and present of rock is burning brightly. The Growin’ Up Rock Podcast was in attendance for this year’s Rock N Pod Expo and we have a virtual treasure trove of interviews with musicians, comedians, fellow podcasters and yes, music content, to share with you over the next few episodes. We will make it a point to get it out to you in the next 2 weeks. Hollywood and I will share our overall experience of the entire weekend. We have lots of laughs and mix in some great music with the...
2018-09-011h 07
Growin' Up RockJacob Cade – Young Rock Rising – EP053Jacob Cade represents the young rock rising in music today. The young 19 year old up and coming singer / guitar player from Denver sits down with Growin’ Up Rock to share his experiences working with famed hard rock producer Michael Wagner, and co-writing songs from his upcoming EP release “Hunger” with Lzzy Hale and Joe Hottinger from Halestorm, Rachel Bolan from Skid Row, and Paul Taylor from Winger. We discuss the state of the music business today through the eyes of a young artist. We play some choice cuts from Jacob’s album as well as some of his favorite tunes to crank...
2018-07-021h 29
Growin' Up RockIndiana Jones Of Rock N Roll – EP052We talk to Christian Swain, host of the Rock N Roll Archaeology Project Podcast about his Growin’ Up Rock story and his goal with this massive project he has taken on. Why he feels there is an obligation to educate today’s youth about rock music. I like to refer to Christian as the Indiana Jones of Rock n Roll Podcasting. He spends a great deal of time putting together his shows and now he has a whole network of shows that tie into the Mother ship Podcast that is the Rock n Roll Archaeology Project or since we are amon...
2018-06-241h 25
Growin' Up RockIndy Kiss Konfessionals Day Two – EP048The Indy Kiss Konfessionals Day Two. - We're halfway there people!! Find out what happens when you have the Expo to end all Expos dedicated to the greatest Rock n Roll band on earth KISS. The 20th anniversary Indy Kiss Expo was celebrated in rock star fashion this month with a special guest list that was 2nd to none in Kiss World. In fact it seemed like just about everyone except Gene and Paul were in attendance. You had appearances by: Ace Frehley, Michael James Jackson, Todd Kerns, Bill Starkey, Lydia Criss, Eric Singer, Karl Cochran, Robert Fleischman, Roman Fernandez, Bruce...
2018-05-252h 22
Growin' Up RockIndy Kiss Konfessionals Day One – EP047The Indy Kiss Konfessionals Day One. - It's gonna be a long weekend people!! Find out what happens when you have the Expo to end all Expos dedicated to the greatest Rock n Roll band on earth - KISS. The 20th anniversary Indy Kiss Expo was celebrated in rock star fashion this month, with a special guest list that was 2nd to none in Kiss World. In fact it seemed like just about everyone except Gene and Paul were in attendance. You had appearances by: Ace Frehley, Michael James Jackson, Todd Kerns, Bill Starkey, Lydia Criss, Eric Singer, Karl Cochran, Rober...
2018-05-202h 24
Growin' Up RockLife, Love & Rock N Roll – EP046What's it all about? It's about Life, Love, & Rock n Roll. At least that's what Sonny and I think. On this episode we find out how a band called Granny 4 Barrel made so much noise and a lasting impression after I showed up late and completely missed their live set. We discuss the upcoming summer concert series. I tell you all about playing hooky on a school night in order to rock n roll my way through the mean streets of Atlanta, while Sonny travels from city to city, selling his companies cult like wears. We decide that part of...
2018-05-181h 40
Growin' Up RockTalking Rock w/ Mark Strigl – EP038On this Episode of Growin' Up Rock, Sonny and Steven are Talking Rock with Talking Metal's main man Mark Strigl. You think you know a few things about Talking Metal and about Mark Strigl, but you have no idea. The fellas have a great time digging into Mark's Growin' Up Rock past and talking all things music. Mark has been doing a rock podcast since 2005, and In fact when Mark started, you could count the amount of Podcast dedicated to rock music on one hand. Now a days the market is flooded with plenty of killer rock podcast available to...
2018-03-251h 32
Growin' Up RockUnder The Influence Of The Stones – EP022When you think of iconic rock bands, you have to think of The Rolling Stones. Not a Stones Fan? Not everyone is, but understand that Jagger and Richards laid the blueprint for many, many rock stars to come in the late 70's, 80's, and 90's. Guys like Steven Tyler & Joe Perry, Slash & Axl, and numerous others were influenced in many ways through the music and swagger of The Rolling Stones. In what will be a recurring series of Growin’ Up Rock, Hollywood, and Steve will be discussing some of the most iconic and influential rock n roll bands in history, and th...
2017-11-271h 27
Growin' Up RockBallad To Bombastic – EP019Some like a soft ballad, but I prefer the bombastic, Everyone that listens to the show knows Sonny likes his rock n roll, but he also love’s him some ballads. Steve on the other hand skips to the next song the second he hears a slow acoustic guitar ring out slowly through the speakers. Stevie boy likes to rock, and he does not want to slow dance to the latest Metallica song. This week we try to bridge the gap between the boys and give Steve and Sonny the best of both worlds. We talk and play songs that st...
2017-11-061h 38
Growin' Up RockWe Sold Our Souls For RnR – EP018On this Halloween Spooktacular Episode, Sonny and Steve discuss some of their growin’ up rock stories centering around Halloween and the witching season. We talk scary album covers, scary songs, scary bands and selling our soul for Rock N Roll. We look funny in and out of costume, but holding up kids for their bags of candy is just a small part of Helloween, least we not forget all the killer Rock n Roll that goes along with it. Grab a peanut butter cup and a candy bar and turn your stereos up to 11. “Grown Ups Of The Week” Steve Wright...
2017-10-301h 55
Growin' Up RockRock Festival’s O’ Plenty EP – 017This week Steve and Sonny talk about the overall abundance of huge concert festivals available these days. They discuss some huge multi bill concerts they have attended and some they wish they had attended and in the end they both think they have become Bill Graham re-incarnated and have a hairbrain idea to create their fantasy dream festival and pay band's way more than they are worth. Steve’s Idea for the Past & Present Festival starts with these details: Located in a field on a huge lake down south during late October weather is sunny and in the high 60’s Podc...
2017-10-232h 00
Growin' Up RockThe Rock N Pod Interviews – EP008Sonny and I traveled to Nashville for the 1st Annual Rock n Pod Expo. Besides meeting and hanging out with other wonderful music podcasters, we were asked to conduct a few interviews with vocalist Rick Ruhl from Every Mother’s Nightmare, current Tyketto axe slinger Chris Green, and Patrick Stone vocalist and guitar player for new Hollywood up-and-comers Budderside. So while Sonny was pulling double duty as co-host of Podcast Rock City and shaking hands with the other podcasters and rock stars in attendance, I set up shop in order to bring you these new stories from this trio of ro...
2017-09-011h 14
Growin' Up RockGrowin’ Up Rock N Pod Recap – EP007Rock N Pod Expo Recap Today Sonny and I talk about our adventures at the first annual Rock N Pod Expo in Nashville. We discuss some of the many podcast shows that took part and some of our favorite podcast that we are currently digging on. We even play a few tunes from some of the guest artist involved with the expo. Everyone’s got a Rock N Roll story to tell, so tell us yours @ growinuprock.com Like us at our Twitter and FaceBook page - @ growinuprock Subscribe to our Podcast at Apple Podcast and leave us a review Bu...
2017-08-301h 24