Best Performing Arts. Classic Rock Podcasts (2024)

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We react to Rick Beato's reasons why new music sucks! Our take! 1:03:15

3d ago1:03:15

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential podcast, we react to Rick Beato's claims about the state of new music today. We also dig into why there is no best guitarist, this week on the Rock Guitar Confidential podcast!By Scott Allen and Ryan Bowe

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How JadaL Pioneered Arabic Rock From Jordan 57:59

10d ago57:59

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Mahmoud Radaideh is a Jordanian songwriter, guitarist, music producer and vocalist, and the frontman and founder of Jordanian rock band JadaL. Connect with Mahmoud 👉https://www.instagram.com/mahmoud_radaideh JadaL is a Jordanian Arabic Rock Band formed in 2003 by Mahmoud Radaideh. To date, the band has released four albums. Their most recent album …

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Is There a Sound That's Unique to Arab America? | Ronnie Malley 56:12

24d ago56:12

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Ronnie Malley is a Palestinian-American multi-instrumentalist musician on oud, guitar, keys, and percussion, a music producer, theater maker, and educator. He is also executive director of Intercultural Music Production. Malley’s professional work and academic research focuses on cultures and various musical styles from the Middle East, North Afric…

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An unusually sunny future for guitar, upbeat takes from Fender's CEO! 51:54

1M ago51:54

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential podcast we look at an extremely sunny set a data laid out by Fender's CEO. Time to start feeling upbeat about the future!By Scott Allen and Ryan Bowe

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Behind the Scenes: Alternative Music in Beirut | Fadi Tabbal 1:03:51

1M ago1:03:51

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Fadi Tabbal is a Lebanese musician, producer and sound engineer often referred to as "the hardest-working man in Lebanon's alternative music scene." He established Tunefork Studios in 2006 and has produced and recorded some of the most renowned Lebanese and international acts in the contemporary music scene in Lebanon today. Connect with Fadi 👉 htt…

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Life in the time of really popular, but terrible art with special guest Jude Morgan! 59:55

1M ago59:55

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential podcast we are joined by Ex Aegis singer Jude Morgan to discuss how it seems that the most popular music is terrible, J-Lo and AI's impending art apocalypse. Check it out!By Scott Allen and Ryan Bowe

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Are we in the end times of Music retail? 1:12:38

2M ago1:12:38

1:12:38

Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential podcast we react to the closing of Sam Ash, Watermelon Music and the impending demise of Guitar Center and ask if this is the end of the line for brick and mortar music retail!!By Scott Allen and Ryan Bowe

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Palestinian Hip-Hop Artist The Synaptik | Quitting Ritalin & Making Music 1:23:45

2M ago1:23:45

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Laith Hasan, better known as The Synaptik, is a Celebrated Palestinian-Jordanian rapper and hip-hop artist with shows selling out worldwide. He started writing music since he was 17 and living in Jordan and finally moved to Palestine where he currently resides. His albums include Al Qamar Wal Moheet, Ma Qabl Al Tawafan, and Om Al Mawjat. Connect wi…

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Is AI the biggest threat to the future of music? 1:00:06

2M ago1:00:06

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we discuss the threat and promise of AI and its effect on music and the arts. Is there no hope left? Find out here!By Scott Allen and Ryan Bowe

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Kareem Roustom | Defining Classical Arabic Music with the Emmy-Nominated Composer 1:08:34

2M ago1:08:34

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Kareem Roustom is a Syrian-American composer whose genre-crossing collaborations include music commissioned by conductor Daniel Barenboim and the West-Eastern Divan Orchestra, the Kronos Quartet, arrangements for pop icons Shakira and Tina Turner, as well as a recent collaboration with acclaimed British choreographer Shobana Jeyasingh. A musically …

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J-Lo's 20 million dollar album 58:27

2M ago58:27

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we explore what might cause a pop star to spend 20 million dollars of their own money to make and album. We also discuss the challenges of music marketing and musics place in pop culture.By Scott Allen and Ryan Bowe

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Aging gracefully in Rock! 45:03

2M ago45:03

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we explore whether or not it is possible to age gracefully in the Rock world!By Scott Allen and Ryan Bowe

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Best Buzuq Players of All Time | Farah Kaddour 56:58

3M ago56:58

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Farah Kaddour is a Beirut-based musician and researcher. She holds a master’s degree in Musicology from the Antonine University. She works mainly in the field of folk and classical Arabic music, and attempts to rediscover and experiment with the sound of the Buzq by shedding light on the intersection between the identity of its sound, and the ident…

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Modern concert going do's and don'ts! 59:06

3M ago59:06

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Send us a Text Message. In this epidsode we go over the code of conduct fro modern concert going!By Scott Allen and Ryan Bowe

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Palestinian Hip Hop From Lydda to the World | DAM 59:17

3M ago59:17

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DAM is a Palestinian hip-hop group founded in 1999 by brothers Tamer and Suheil Nafar. Maysa Daw joined in 2015. Connect with DAM 👉 https://www.instagram.com/dampalestine/?hl=en Connect with Tamer 👉 https://www.instagram.com/tamer_nafar/?hl=en Connect with Maysa 👉 https://www.instagram.com/maysadaw/?hl=en Sole DXB is an annual footwear, music, art,…

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Discovering new music with Ryan and Scott! 45:55

3M ago45:55

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we talk about some new music that you need to hear. We also discuss how the challegnes of discovering great new artists in the I-Phone world!By Scott Allen and Ryan Bowe

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Third Culture Music: Belonging Beyond Geographies | Oddisee 51:45

3M ago51:45

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At Sole DXB in December 2023, Oddisee joined afikra on stage for a live episode of Quartertones. Using his music as an entryway, this conversation journeys from D.C. to NYC all the way to Sudan. We learn about Oddisee's musical influences and how he blends soundscapes from iconic musical eras and his own heritage. With each musical interlude, we di…

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Does every genre eventually become Jazz? 56:41

3M ago56:41

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential Podcast, we talk about whether every genre is doomed to eventually become niche, no matter how popular it is now.By Scott Allen and Ryan Bowe

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Is controversy a critical part of Rock and Roll? 56:39

3M ago56:39

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential podcast, we talk about whether or not Rock should be family friendly or if controversy is critical to being a rocker.By Scott Allen and Ryan Bowe

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When legends give up creatively. 47:31

4M ago47:31

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we dissect the thought of guitarist Traci Guns when he talks about Kirk Hammett calling it a day creatively. What to do when legends sandbag it!By Scott Allen and Ryan Bowe

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Can Beirut's Haunted Buildings Help It Heal From Its Civil War? | Mayssa Jallad 1:10:22

4M ago1:10:22

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In this episode of Quartertones, musician, architect and urban researcher Mayssa Jallad joins us in the afikra studio in Beirut to talk about her latest, deeply researched work “Marjaa: Battle of the Hotels”. The album brings together her passion for music and her background in urban research and architectural history. She recounts her interest in …

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Loving bands everyone hates, and hating bands everyone loves! 1:09:50

4M ago1:09:50

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential Podcast we talk about what it's like to love bands that everyone seems to hate and hate on bands that for some reason are universally loved. How to navigate it when you are on the wrong side of pop cultures norms.By Scott Allen and Ryan Bowe

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Why Brad Tolinski? Why? 52:08

4M ago52:08

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Send us a Text Message. On this episode of the Rock Guitar Confinetial Podcast we take former Guitar World Editor to task for his thoughts on the 90's. Also, are band meet and greets worth the money? Listen to find out!By Scott Allen and Ryan Bowe

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From Aks'ser to Rayess Bek | Rayess Bek 1:15:49

4M ago1:15:49

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In this episode of Quartertones, we sat down with Rayess Bek, aka Wael Kodeih, to talk about his varied and vibrant musical career. As we traverse his music projects, personas and styles from over the years, the conversation explores Kodeih's relationship with Lebanon, hip hop, history, war and colonialism. We listen to tracks from his beginnings w…

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Do you YouTube? Should you!? 45:24

4M ago45:24

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Send us a Text Message. On this episode we discuss whether or not YouTube actually makes life better for us guitar players. And if so, what is the best way to use this resource!By Scott Allen and Ryan Bowe

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Arabic Music in the Age of Digital Distribution | Ghaliaa 51:02

5M ago51:02

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On this episode of Quartertones, up-and-coming musician Ghaliaa discusses her love for music, career to date, and finding inspiration in non-fiction. She talks about her childhood, how she came to be so multi-instrumental, and who her Arabic music inspirations are. Ghaliaa also reflects on the influence of TikTok and other social media on the music…

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A Journey Through Arabic Percussion | Karim Nagi 49:31

5M ago49:31

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In this episode of Quartertone, Karim Nagi takes us on a journey into the world of Arabic percussion and rhythm. He talks about his experience as a musician and how the arts – and percussion in particular – have helped him embrace and grow into his own Arab identity. He shares his advice for musicians who are just embarking on their own journeys, a…

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Musician vs Celebrity 46:45

5M ago46:45

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential podcast we examine the difference between being a Musician and a Celebrity. Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!By Scott Allen and Ryan Bowe

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Sofiane Saidi & Nesrine at Habibi Festival 2023 | Quartertones Live at Joe's Pub 24:52

5M ago24:52

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We partnered with Habibi Festival for a six-night celebration of ancient + contemporary sounds from Lebanon, Tunisia, Syria, Morocco, Palestine, Algeria and more! It all took place from October 1-7 at Joe's Pub in NYC. Each night we taped live conversations with the artists on stage. This special Quartertones episode is the last of six featuring a …

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Non-Rock musicians Rock players should know! 47:21

5M ago47:21

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential Podcast we explore non Rock players all Rock Guitarists should check out! Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!By Scott Allen and Ryan Bowe

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Clarissa Bitar & Sofiane Saidi at Habibi Festival 2023 | Quartertones Live at Joe's Pub 1:02:59

5M ago1:02:59

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We partnered with Habibi Festival for a six-night celebration of ancient + contemporary sounds from Lebanon, Tunisia, Syria, Morocco, Palestine, Algeria and more! It all took place from October 1-7 at Joe's Pub in NYC. Each night we taped live conversations with the artists on stage. This special Quartertones episode is the fifth of six, featuring …

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Guitar-latans, calling out guitar charlatans! 42:17

5M ago42:17

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we take Esteban to task along with other guitar charlatans! Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!By Scott Allen and Ryan Bowe

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Nesrine & Bab L' Bluz at Habibi Festival 2023 | Quartertones Live at Joe's Pub 31:05

6M ago31:05

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We partnered with Habibi Festival for a six-night celebration of ancient + contemporary sounds from Lebanon, Tunisia, Syria, Morocco, Palestine, Algeria and more! It all took place from October 1-7 at Joe's Pub in NYC. Each night we taped live conversations with the artists on stage. This special Quartertones episode is the fourth of six, featuring…

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80's Metal stars, where are they now! 50:35

6M ago50:35

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential Podcast we track down those lost stars from yesteryear and see what they are up to! Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!By Scott Allen and Ryan Bowe

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Bab L' Bluz, Tarek Yamani & Yacine Boulares at Habibi Fest 2023 | Quartertones Live at Joe's Pub 31:47

6M ago31:47

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We partnered with Habibi Festival for a six-night celebration of ancient + contemporary sounds from Lebanon, Tunisia, Syria, Morocco, Palestine, Algeria and more! It all took place from October 1-7 at Joe's Pub in NYC. Each night we taped live conversations with the artists on stage. This special Quartertones episode is the third of six, featuring …

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How many original members does it take to get to the real band? 49:29

6M ago49:29

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we explore exactly how many original members it takes for us to consider a band legit. Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!By Scott Allen and Ryan Bowe

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Amal Murkus & Firas Zreik at Habibi Fest 2023 | Quartertones Live at Joe's Pub 14:44

6M ago14:44

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We partnered with Habibi Festival for a six-night celebration of ancient + contemporary sounds from Lebanon, Tunisia, Syria, Morocco, Palestine, Algeria and more! It all took place from October 1-7 at Joe's Pub in NYC. Each night we taped live conversations with the artists on stage. This special Quartertones episode is the second of six, featuring…

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What the kids are listening to part 2 44:52

6M ago44:52

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential podcast we revisit and learn more of what the kids are listening to and discuss, for no particular reason, why it is important to be a good musician!By Scott Allen and Ryan Bowe

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Omar Offendum & Hadi Eldebek at Habibi Fest 2023 | Quartertones Live at Joe's Pub 26:25

6M ago26:25

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We partnered with Habibi Festival for a six-night celebration of ancient + contemporary sounds from Lebanon, Tunisia, Syria, Morocco, Palestine, Algeria and more! It all took place from October 1-7 at Joe's Pub in NYC. Each night we taped live conversations with the artists on stage. This special Quartertones episode is one in six, and features a c…

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Being a pro musician and the importance of supporting art! 52:44

6M ago52:44

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential podcast we explore what it means to be a pro musician and talk about why it matters to support the art that you love!By Scott Allen and Ryan Bowe

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Guitar Culture References that you have to get! 1:06:04

6M ago1:06:04

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential podcast we dive into guitar culture references that every guitarist must understand!By Scott Allen and Ryan Bowe

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Interview with Songwriter and Producer Jeffrey Wynne Prince 1:56:02

7M ago1:56:02

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential podcast we go behind the curtain of writing and recording songs with songwriter and producer Jeffrey Wynne Prince to learn about the creative process!By Scott Allen and Ryan Bowe

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Underrated and overrated guitarists! 52:32

7M ago52:32

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we explore what guitarists are overrated, what guitarists are underrated and which are just right rated!By Scott Allen and Ryan Bowe

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Which bands will scientifically make you sad or angry? 1:09:49

7M ago1:09:49

1:09:49

Send us a Text Message. In this episode we look scientifically at what emotional impact certain band's music has on their listeners.By Scott Allen and Ryan Bowe

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Songs we love but can never hear again! 37:38

7M ago37:38

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we grapple with the feeling of loving a song and yet never wanting to hear that song again!By Scott Allen and Ryan Bowe

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Why make art when nobody cares and AI will do it anyway! 51:48

8M ago51:48

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Send us a Text Message. On this episode we talk about why make art when the likelihood of it breaking into the public spotlight is low and there is no money in it. We also talk about how the rise of AI will affect artists going forward.By Scott Allen and Ryan Bowe

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Shredding on Guitar is playing with feeling! 45:04

8M ago45:04

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Send us a Text Message. On this episode we go right at the misunderstanding that shredding on guitar is devoid of feeling. We talk about what it really means when we say playing with feel!By Scott Allen and Ryan Bowe

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Queensryche live review and the importance of guitar solos! 48:04

8M ago48:04

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we review the Queensryche show from the Digital Noise Alliance tour and go into why guitar solos are so very important!By Scott Allen and Ryan Bowe

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What in the world is Dad rock? 48:12

8M ago48:12

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we decide whether or not there is any kind of rock that isn't considered Dad rock!By Scott Allen and Ryan Bowe

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Guitar Headlines Today! 59:08

9M ago59:08

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we visit the newsroom to explore some of the latest headlines in the guitar world!By Scott Allen and Ryan Bowe

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