This was such a fun episode. A band I really dug when I first started exploring music on my own was Dangerous Toys. The song "Scared" hooked me big time during the time when you find new music through Headbangers Ball. What a treat it was to interview Jason and learn all about his career. This is the longest podcast ive done but I feel like the con…

Nice to have Martin back on the show again. This time we talk all about his new book, Van Halen at 50. If you like Van Halen, you are going to love this episode and the book is fantastic. Lots of amazing pictures, a time line, every album, solo careers and even unreleased songs are talked about. Martin is the man when it comes to be a walking encyc…

This was a very fun conversation with Brad. I had him on the show to talk about his new book, The Six Pack, which is about the WWF in the 80's and his trip of 11 thousand miles to research the characters in his story. This is a must listen if you are wrestling fan For more about Brad and to Pre Order the Six Pack, click the link below https://www.b…

Had a great time talking with Dave. Talked about so much music stuff and he was really generous with his time. -New vinyl for record store day -Vegas residency and what that's like -How he got the gig playing in Tesla and so much more... If you want to learn more about Dave, check out the links below https://teslatheband.com https://daverude.com --…

I had a blast with my latest guest from across the pond. Luke is a UK wrestling podcaster and I got to learn a great deal of info on what wrestling was available to them and why he ended up doing a podcast on Memphis. You'll really enjoy this episode and if you want to learn more about Luke and his shows, click on any of the links below Thanks agai…

Rob Harvilla hosts one of my favorite podcasts and I was lucky enough to get him to guest on mixtapes. We go over so much about his podcast(60 Songs that Explain the 90's) and talk about his new book of the same name. I urge you to click the link and give his podcast a chance, I promise you, you wont be disappointed and you'll probably fall down th…

Darren's got a new book out and he was gracious enough to guest on the show and tell us all about it. If you are a Van Halen fan or a Dave fan, you are going to love this book and if not, you'll still probably love the book because of Darren's writing style. Here is the link to purchase the book ahead of schedule https://www.vanhalenstore.com/page/…

It was so nice to talk rock and metal with Daniel. Daniel is an accomplished writer and a journalist for 20 years, he is the author of “The Encyclopedia of Heavy Metal,” published in 2003 by Barnes and Noble and “The Encyclopedia of New Wave,” published in 2012 by Sterling Publishing. He also contributed to “AC/DC: High-Voltage Rock ‘N’ Roll, The U…

This episode was a ton of fun because I got to learn so much about mastering, which is an art that most people don't know enough about. Scott has done it all in the Audio side of music and we talk about such things as - Mastering - Volume wars -Being in a room with Eric Clapton - Why mastering is so important to a record -Analog and so much more...…

These great folks wrote a book about the Reno music scene and the demand was so high that they released a second volume. I got to learn a lot about the Reno music from before I moved here in 92'. The book is available on Amazon and here is a link for more info. http://rocknreno.wordpress.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.c…

This was such a fun conversation. Joel to me is one of the best guitarists out there. There isn't a style this man can't play and if you listen till the end of the episode, you'll get to hear a new song that he was kind enough to give us from his new solo album We talk about - growing up in a musical household -ACDC and MTV -the path that took him …

Today I got to talk to Keller and learn about how she took an idea of putting together some songs and make that dream a reality with her new EP, Antisocial Butterfly(which is out on all streaming sites now). We talk about: - Her family music background - Writing poems and in journals and how some of those ideas turned into songs - Battling the voic…

This was a fun one. I got to chat with Tony Simerman, the CEO of Knucklebonz. His company makes high end collectables in the rock/metal world. Tony was super gracious with his time and I learned a lot about what he does. We talked about: How he got into art How he got the best seat in the house for concerts Meeting Jimmy Page How long it takes to m…

Hello friends and listeners. In this episode, I have my two best friends on and we review the new Metallica record, 72 Seasons. This was a great time and we do a semi deep dive on the record, talk about our favorite and least favorite Metallica albums and try to figure out where this record fits in their catalog and would we have like the record if…

I was beyond honored to have Martin Popoff as a guest. He is an encyclopedia of knowledge when it comes to Hard Rock and Heavy Metal. We talked about so much music in this episode and got a lot of insight on his new book, ACDC at 50 We talk about - How he got into music - The creative process when it comes to writing a book - The state of the music…

This episode was so much fun. Ron was super open and gracious with his time and you get a real glimpse into the music business. He's got a new book out and we talk a lot about it but we left a lot of the stories out because it's a must read. We talk about - Ron being in the Red Hot Chili Peppers for a couple of months - Touring with KISS - Dealing …

This was a fun episode. I got to learn all about Radio, especially how Rock radio broke in the Northern Nevada from a gentleman who was there from the beginning, Mr. Steve Funk. Steve has done it all and we talked about his time as -A radio DJ -The Beatles -How important Radio was to breaking new artists -Bill Graham and so much more... You can lea…

This was a ton of fun. We talk Ballads from the 80's and 90's with Hall of Fame DJ, Jay Slater. We go over the following -Best Ballads -Did the Ballads help or hurt bands -Under the radar ballads -Who jumped the Shark and our Top 5 ballads of all time I would love for you guys to add to conversation and let us know what songs we missed or any opini…

This was a great conversation. I'm so grateful that Gary gave me so much of his time and insight into music and journalism. He has a great new book out right now called, Alice @ 75 and you can find that book anywhere you purchase books. It's an incredible piece of art. Thanks again Gary! To find more about the book and more about Gary, click the li…

We are starting the new season of Mix Tapes off right with Jason Thomas. Here's some of the things we talked about Playing drums before actually having a kit Touring life(overseas and in the states) Opening up for some of his heros And so much more.... You can find Jason here https://www.facebook.com/WeightOfTheTide https://www.facebook.com/vaguech…

I had a ton of fun having Steve on the show. We talked about the following: How he got into the music biz The DLR Podcast How the Biz works Working in the Book Publishing world And so much more.... Steve Roth is the senior marketing manager for the book publishing company The Quarto Group. He’s worked for CBS Records, Sony Music, MCA Records, Geffe…

Mixing it up on Mixtapes with an album review from the very talented Matthew Sear. The album is called, The Tree of Life, and I talk about the record and play some samples of this very diverse album on the show. At the end of the episode, there is a full song called, For My Mother, which is my personal favorite. Find Matthew at the places below and…

Well folks, this one is going to get you thinking. My friend Kurt guested on the show today and brought an amazing hill/ledge that you really need to listen to. This episode is really going to make you think and you might be on that hill by the end of the episode --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eric-stangeland/m…

This was a great one and a hill that I could march right up. Ben and I discuss a lot about Coheed and try to figure out why they aren't as big of a band as they should be. We go into other bands that suffer the same fate such as King's X. This one is a fun listen to what are you waiting for? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.c…

Had another great Die on that Hill segment with my friend Dave, known to us in the college days as DC5. This is a must listen. Dave gives some great insight and it's the first Hill where it's not music centric Dave is a very talented Actor and Musician and if you want to learn more about him, click the links below https://davidraymondclark.wordpres…

This is a great one with one of my first ever friends. Rich and I go way back and he's got a great hill that he's dying on that I think is going to ruffle some feathers. Enjoy!!! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eric-stangeland/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eric-stangeland/s…

This was a fun one because this guy gave me the idea to start this segment and we definately get on some hills that people are going to not agree with but hopefully will listen to the reasoning. Thanks to Mike 2.0 for guesting on the show and bringing the hills to stand on today. #Podcast #MixTapes #Beatles #Queen #Opinion #Thoughts #Takes #Rock #M…

This might be my favorite episode because the hill is such a good one and it ties into music. That's all i'm going to say about it. Take a listen and thanks to Eric for guesting on the show. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eric-stangeland/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eric-…

This is a must listen. Los Coast is an up and coming band that has a very diverse style thats so unique, you will find yourself listening to their songs over and over again because of all of the little things that you didn't catch the last time you heard it. Trey was a great guest and we talked about: How he got his start -Playing in Punk bands -Ho…

I get to finally have a host and be a part of the show. My hill is an interesting one concerning Metallica and how I feel like a lot of people owe them an apology concerning the napster/file sharing days. We really go in depth with this one so take a listen and see if you climb up that hill with me... --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters…

Today we got a double header on the podcast. First off is guitar legend, Kenny Wayne Shepherd. We talk about guitars, amps, meeting SRV a couple times, his new festival he's rolling out and the Battle, Axe and Tracks show he is headlining in Reno. For more info on Kenny, follow him here: https://www.kennywayneshepherd.net My second guest is the mul…

This was a fun episode. Wanna know all the behind the scenes stuff on what makes a show really work? Wanna hear about Molly Hatchet, Leslie West, bikers, guns and a biblical monsoon in the middle of nowhere? How about the interesting way Tony Bennett likes his monitors? Well, look no further and click that listen button because Pete was beyond grac…

This is one you got to give a chance. Tony brings up some great points and starts his time line in a place that I wouldn't have, which makes for a great discussion. If you want be a guest on the show, send me a message at onestopguitar1@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eric-stangeland/messageSupport thi…

Darren visited the show and we talked about Van Halen and what they are doing to their legacy but Darren is the first person on the hill who has a solution also. This episode is a really fun one so dive on in and if you want to be a guest on the show, send me a message at Onestopguitar1@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spot…

This is a fun one. Moots guests on the show again and we talk about replacement members, especially singers and how that can be a good thing and how there is too much gatekeeping going on with original lineups and music in general. It's a great hill and we dive deep on this one. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/e…

This one is going to get some people talking. Tyler guests on the show and talks about how newer Metallica is his favorite era of Metallica. Before you lose your mind, take a listen because he has some very interesting points. Thanks to Tyler for being brave and sharing his Hill --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/e…

This was a great episode that makes you really think and that's the goal of this segment. Mark is a musician, writer and record label owner so he really knows his stuff when it comes to music. Mark brings up some great points and you guys will enjoy this episode. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eric-stangeland/m…

This is a great one and one that I think will really make you think. I changed my mind a lot in the episode and Brado made some great and valid points. If you want to be on the show, send me an email at onestopguitar1@gmail.com or a DM on social media --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eric-stangeland/messageSuppor…

This was such a fun episode and one of the reasons I wanted to start Mixtapes. I wanted to be able to talk to musicians that I greatly admire and this gentlemen is someone that I hope you take the time to get to know. We talk about so much guitar stuff such as -Teaching during the 90's when no one wanted to learn leads -Playing music in England -Th…

Second episode of Die on that Hill. I'm glad so many people liked the first episode. This episode is going to get some people talking for sure. We talk about Nirvana and the Grunge/Seattle scene of the 90's and my good friend T talks about how he doesn't feel Nirvana is the best band of that scene and his number one band will totally surprise you. …

What I can I say about this episode? Rocky is a guy we should all inspire to be. He cares about the planet, women's rights, he's an ambassador and on top of that, a great artist. We talk about -Bob Marley being the artist that really got him started -The first artist from Ghana to be nominated for a Grammy -How he feels that he has a personal respo…

On today's show we get to pull the curtain back and learn what it's really like to prepare for an album release. From the recording of the album, to the production, the marketing, and booking the release party of the album, Liam tells us all about what it took to get his new album to the finish line. He was kind enough to share one of his songs on …

Brand new segment I'm rolling out on Fridays called "Die On That Hill" and my buddy Finn is the first guest. The whole point of the segment is to have a guest on who has an opinion that they think no one else has and they are willing to "Die On That Hill" defending. Today's topic was how Finn thinks Hysteria and forward is better than Pyromania and…

What a fun episode this one was. OVP is in my regular rotation of podcasts I listen to and Joe, who is the co host of OVP, was nice enough to guest on the show today. We talk about -What the behind the scenes are like in putting together a podcast, especially the production aspect -Quinn, Richard Land and the other important people who make OVP the…

So much fun having Tim on the show today. We talked so much about music and following your dreams. Here's some of the things we talked about: - Starting off in music - Traveling to Spain to learn Flamenco - Playing Red Rocks - Navigating through the pandemic and so much more... Learn more and support Tim below www.timsnidermusic.com www.instagram.c…

I got to talk about one of my favorite guitar players today and what a cool discussion it was. Tracii Guns from LA Guns and Andre Relis(director of the film) stopped by and we talked about the film. Things we talked about -Randy in Quiet Riot -The Eddie/Randy guitar competition -Randy's songwriting -Tracii sharing a really cool Eddie Van Halen stor…

This one was a ton of fun. Learn all about broadcasting, owing businesses, interviewing stars with my good friend, Jay Slater things in the epsiode -How he got his radio name -How he got his start -famous stories and interviews -Tecmo Super Bowl -and a big Lone Wolf take Much thanks to Jay for being so generous with his time on the pod. You can lea…

Had a ton of fun with Casey on the podcast We talked about -Growing up with a Dad in Radio -Playing Horns in school compared to a band -Recording during the pandemic -Booking gigs as an instrumental band And so much more To learn more about Casey, follow his bands, Phat Mark and Lizano on social media --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters…

We're releasing this one on a Sunday especially for Jonathan because he has a single that being released today and he was kind enough to give us the world premiere. We talk about a lot in the episode including -How the Who got him into wanting to play drums -Living and thriving with CP -How Cell came about -What it takes to put together a solo reco…

It was a real treat having LC3 on the show today. He was kind enough to give me a song from his band, Dope Called Glory and we have that in the episode for you to check out. We talk about -how Pantera got him started playing guitar -Moving across the country to pursue his dream -How film work helped him to where he is today with TikTok -Meeting the…