Best Tommy Thayer Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 282 "Ultimate Classic Rock KISS Top 20 KISS Songs From 1980's & Top 10 Songs From 1990's" 1:04:24

21m ago1:04:24

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This week Tom & Zeus review two articles posted on Ultimate Classic Rock, The Top 20 KISS Songs From The 1980's & Top 10 Songs From The 1990's. Ultimate Classic Rock loves discussing KISS. Recently they had two articles. The first article was the top 20 songs from the 1980's. Those are songs from Unmasked through Hot In The Shade. The second was th…

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Ep. 281 -Tracii Guns Interview LA GUNS Sunbomb 34:12

5h ago34:12

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Tracii joins the show to talk about the new Sunbomb record, LA Guns plans and what it was like to be in a MIchael Jack vidoe and much more!By Mike Brunn

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Dorm Damage With Tom & Zeus Episode 66 "Loudwire - Top 80 Hard Rock + Metal Albums In The 1980s Part 1" 20:52

2d ago20:52

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On the 66th Episode of Dorm Damage With Tom & Zeus the guys review the Loudwire article "Top 80 Hard Rock + Metal Albums In The 1980s Part 1" Loudwire ranks the top 80 hard rock and metal albums of the 1980s. Tom and Zeus both love hard rock and metal and so when they saw this article the guys wanted to dissect this list. The guys analyze albums 80…

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Episode 281 "Tracii Guns" 2:43:24

6d ago2:43:24

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This week Tom & Zeus welcome legendary L.A. Guns guitarist, Tracii Guns to talk KISS and so much more in this epic conversation. Tracii Guns is a legend of the 1980's hard rock scene. From the beginning of Guns N' Roses to his finding one of the preeminent Los Angeles bands of the 1980's L.A. Guns, Tracii has seen and done it all. Tracii share his …

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Ep. 280 - KISS Rock And Roll Over : A Look Back 1:10:03

12d ago1:10:03

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On this episode we take a look back at the KISS album Rock And Roll Over. We talk about songwriting on the heels of Destroyer, which songs are our favorites, the album art work and so much more!By Mike Brunn

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Dorm Damage With Tom & Zeus Episode 65 "Favorite Wrestlers Of All Time With David LaGreca" 1:33:39

9d ago1:33:39

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On the 65th Episode of Dorm Damage With Tom & Zeus, the guys welcome back David LaGreca from the Busted Open Podcast & Busted Open Radio on Sirius XM to rank their favorite professional wrestlers of all time. When Tom & Zeus wanted to discuss their favorite wrestlers of all time they had to invite one of the hosts of the popular wrestling show Bust…

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Episode 280 "KISS My Ass Classic KISS Regrooved" 1:49:57

13d ago1:49:57

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This week Tom & Zeus review the 1994 KISS tribute album, "KISS My Ass Classic KISS Regrooved." To coincide with KISS' 20th Anniversary, the band decided to organize a tribute album featuring today's hottest rock acts. Artists like Lenny Kravitz, Anthrax, Gin Blossoms and more interpreted classic KISS songs. KISS was even able to get the biggest act…

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Ep. 279 - Is Bon Jovi Selling Faked Signed CDs? Forever Autopen Legendary 20:57

15d ago20:57

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Bon Jovi fans were excited for the oppertunity to purchase a signed copy of the bands newest album "Forever". However, as fans began to recieve their copies questions arose about if the signatures were real or not. We cover this topic, and let you know how to determine if your copy is real or not!By Mike Brunn

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Dorm Damage With Tom & Zeus Episode 64 "Pearl Jam's Dark Matter Tour Setlist Wishlist" 30:25

16d ago30:25

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On the 64th Episode of Dorm Damage With Tom & Zeus, the guys each create their own Pearl Jam Dark Matter tour setlist. Pearl Jam has been one of Tom & Zeus' favorite bands since freshman year at Stonehill College in 1991. Pearl Jam is known for constantly switching up their setlist and mixing things up. The band is currently touring on their new al…

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Episode 279 "Allison Hagendorf" 1:37:51

20d ago1:37:51

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This week Tom & Zeus welcome music journalist, television personality and the host of the "Allison Hagendorf Show", Allison Hagendorf. Allison Hagendorf was the host of the last KISS concert, which was at Madison Square Garden on December 2, 2024. She interviewed the band and more throughout their New York experience during the final days of the En…

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Dorm Damage With Tom & Zeus Episode 63 "Columbia House & BMG Music Service" 17:48

23d ago17:48

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On the 63rd Episode of Dorm Damage With Tom & Zeus, the guys discuss the mail order music clubs, Columbia House and BMG Music Service. Tom & Zeus have mentioned Columbia House & BMG before on the Shout It Out Loudcast. On this episode they discuss their origins with the music mail order club, the pros and cons and what it meant for them personally.…

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BRAD COLE- Well Paid and Organized Kindergarten (Phil Collins, Supertramp, Gino Vannelli) 1:34:56

23d ago1:34:56

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Keyboardist, Brad Cole talks about his 30 years touring with pop icon, Phil Collins. He remembers moving to Los Angeles in the late seventies and entering the session scene. He recalls the lessons he’s learned working with all different types of musical artists and reveals his secrets to working with complicated creatives. www.thecolemine.com www.d…

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Episode 278 "Destroyer 45th Anniversary Super Deluxe Box Set Disc 4 Live In Paris" 1:24:02

27d ago1:24:02

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This week Tom & Zeus break down the KISS Destroyer 45th Anniversary Super Deluxe Box Set, Disc 4, "Live In Paris" The KISS album Destroyer was released in 1976 and is considered to be one of KISS' most legendary albums. For it's 45th anniversary, Destroyer became the first KISS album to be given the Super Deluxe Box Set treatment. Disc 4 of the Box…

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Album Review Crew Episode 53 "Difficult To Cure" 2:09:28

1M ago2:09:28

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On the 53rd Episode of the Album Review Crew of Shout It Out Loudcast, Tom, Zeus & special guest, rock journalist, author and fellow Pantheon podcaster, Martin Popoff review the 1981 rock album by Rainbow, "Difficult To Cure." Rainbow and was on its third incarnation by 1981. Rainbow was still led by one of the greatest guitarist of all time, Ritch…

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Episode 277 "Gene Simmons Vault" 57:45

1M ago57:45

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This week Tom & Zeus discuss the 2017 "Gene Simmons Vault" When Gene Simmons announced he was releasing a $2,000.00 career retrospective called the Gene Simmons Vault, it made news. The Vault contains 11 discs of unreleased material from Gene Simmons from 1966 - 2016. There is over 150 unreleased songs in the Vault. The music comes on CDs in a safe…

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Ep. 278 - KISS Dynasty : A Look Back I Was Made For Lovin' You 1:04:40

1M ago1:04:40

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On this episode Vincent LaRussa and I take a look back at the KISS album "Dynasty". We go track by track giving our thoughts and opinions, as well as talking about the album cover, the tour, the costumes and other popular music of 1979.By Mike Brunn

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Dorm Damage With Tom & Zeus Episode 62 "Favorite Video Games" 35:59

1M ago35:59

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On the 62nd Episode of Dorm Damage With Tom & Zeus, the guys discuss their favorite video games. Tom and Zeus both remember when Atari console began entering the homes of kids in the late 1970's and early 1980's. Thus began the explosion of home video games. Whether it was the home consoles of Nintedo, PlayStation or X-Box or playing the video game…

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Episode 276 "Dressed To Kill Tour" 1:23:58

1M ago1:23:58

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This week Tom & Zeus review the 1975 KISS Dressed To Kill Tour. This is SIOL's 8th KISS tour reviewed. This was KISS' 4th tour and followed the Hotter Than Hell tour. It began as the Dressed To Kill album was released on March 19, 1975. The tour in support of KISS' third album featured new KISS classics, like C'mon And Love Me, She and of course, R…

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Episode 61 Dorm Damage With Tom & Zeus "Top 100 Greatest Seinfeld Moments by Cracked.com" 21:45

2M ago21:45

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On the 61st episode of Dorm Damage With Tom & Zeus the guys discuss the article by Cracked.com, "Top 100 Greatest Seinfeld Moments." Seinfeld is in the Shout Out It Loudcast Hall Of Fame for a reason. It is perhaps the greatest tv comedy of all time. Loved by critics and fans alike. Cracked.com ranks the Top 100 Greatest Moments in Seinfeld. Tom & …

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NATE MORTON- Five Year Old Neanderthal (The Voice, Cher, Natalie Cole) 1:47:18

2M ago1:47:18

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Drummer, Nate Morton, talks about his experience being on the hit NBC show, The Voice. He reminisces about his time at Berklee College of Music and explains how it’s helped him throughout his career. He recalls some of his best musical advice he’s gotten over the years and how important moving to L.A. has been for his music career. www.natemorton.c…

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Episode 275 "Unfinished Business" 2:10:27

2M ago2:10:27

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This week Tom & Zeus review the recently updated release from the late great Eric Carr, "Unfinished Business." This year on Record Store Day, Eric Carr released a new version of his 2011 posthumous album, Unfinished Business. The packaging was incredible, including a light that glows on the new cover art featuring Eric Carr in the fox makeup. The a…

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Ep. 277 - Motley Crue Secret NYC Club Concert as 1981 The Bowery Ballroom May 6, 2024 46:53

2M ago46:53

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We discuss the secret Motley Crue concert held at The Bowery Ballroo in New York on May 6, 2024. I was in attendence and give the listeners an idea of what it was like being at the show.By Mike Brunn

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Dorm Damage With Tom & Zeus Episode 60 "Rock City Machine Company With Ryan Spencer Cook & Jeremy Asbrock" 48:34

2M ago48:34

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On the 60th Episode of Dorm Damage With Tom & Zeus, the guys welcome Ryan Spencer Cook & Jeremy Asbrock from Ace Frehley's band and their own new band, Rock City Machine Company. Ryan Spencer Cook & Jeremy Asbrock are both well known and accomplished Nashville musicians who have played in Gene Simmons' band and Ace Frehley's band. However they have…

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Episode 274 "KISS On Kids Are People Too" 1:20:08

2M ago1:20:08

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This week Tom & Zeus breakdown KISS' 1980 appearance on the children's show "Kids Are People Too." Right as KISS was preparing their tour of the Unmasked album, the band wanted to introduce their new drummer, the Fox, Eric Carr to the world. KISS decided to go on the children's program, Kids Are People Too. The appearance did little to stop the fas…

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Album Review Crew Episode 52 "Vision Quest Soundtrack" With Chris Jericho 2:17:54

2M ago2:17:54

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On the 52nd Episode of the Album Review Crew of Shout It Out Loudcast, Tom, Zeus & special guest Fozzy frontman and current AEW FTW Champion, Chris Jericho, review the 1985 soundtrack for the movie, "Vision Quest." Vision Quest is the story of high school senior wrestler who wants to lose weight and get into a lower weight class just to battle a se…

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Ep. 276 - Bon Jovi: Thank You, Goodnight Our Thoughts and Review 46:53

2M ago46:53

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On this episode we give our thoughts and comments about the brand new Bon Jovi documentary Thasnk You, Goodnight. What we liked, what we didn't like. Was Richie given a fair storyline or does he have the right to be upset?By Mike Brunn

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Episode 273 "Robert V. Conte" 1:38:54

2M ago1:38:54

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This week Tom & Zeus welcome pop culture historian and the man behind the KISS Remastered CDs of the 1990's, Robert V. Conte. Robert V. Conte is a collector, writer, editor and a huge KISS fan. The KISS Army got a tremendous introduction to Robert when the they read the liner notes to the widely popular remastered KISS CDs that were released in the…

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Ep. 275 - Motley Crue "Dogs Of War", Richie Sambora "I Pray" and The Wild Things with Tommy Thayer "Breaking Madonna" 40:04

2M ago40:04

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Lots of new music released on April 26, 2024. We discuss the new Motley Crue song "Dogs Of War", their first with John 5. Plus we discuss Richie Sambora's new single "I Pray" and The Wild Things new single "Breaking Madonna", which features Tommy Thayer.By Mike Brunn

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Ep. 273 - Bon Jovi Slippery When Wet & New Jersey : A Look Back 1:38:09

2M ago1:38:09

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We take a look back at two classic Bon Jovi albums, Slippery When Wet & New Jersey. We go track by track, giving our thoughts and rating on each song, along with our thoughts of comparing these albums to other albums that came out in the same years.By Mike Brunn

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Dorm Damage With Tom & Zeus Episode 59 "Peter Dankelson" 34:13

2M ago34:13

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On the 59th Episode of Dorm Damage With Tom & Zeus, the guys welcome inspirational guitar hero, Peter Dankelson of Pete's Dairy to the show. Peter Dankelson is a fighter. Born with several birth defects, including Goldenhar Syndrome, microtia, atresia, Peter has had over 30 surgeries. Despite the odds, Peter picked up the guitar in his teens and ha…

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Episode 272 "KISS Reset" 1:28:56

2M ago1:28:56

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This week Tom & Zeus discuss what's next for KISS after the End Of The Road tour & the sale to Pophouse. Is this a KISS Reset? KISS the band has supposedly retired from touring. In addition, Pophouse just acquired KISS' publishing rights, record royalties and trademarks, including their logo and makeup design. This has left the KISS Army wondering …

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Ep. 272 - Bon Jovi Debut Album 1984 : A Look Back 48:49

3M ago48:49

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On this episode we take a look back at the Bon Jovi debut album released in 1984. We discuss each track, which ones are our favorites, and compare the album to other music coming out that year.By Mike Brunn

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Dorm Damage With Tom & Zeus Episode 58 "Joe Lynn Turner" 1:07:30

2M ago1:07:30

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On the 58th Episode of Dorm Damage With Tom & Zeus, the guys welcome one of the greatest voices in hard rock music, Joe Lynn Turner. Joe Lynn Turner is the former lead singer of Rainbow, Yngwie Malmsteen, Deep Purple and more. He also has a successful solo career and worked in bands like, Sunstorm, Hughes Turner Project, Mother's Army and more. Joe…

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KATIE BOECK- Now I Understand The Assignment (Spring Awakening) 1:17:09

2M ago1:17:09

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Singer/Songwriter, Katie Boeck, discusses the struggle to find and protect her artistic voice in a music business that tends toward exploitation. She talks about the making of her album, Calico, and the life events that went into the writing. She pays tribute to her first producer Bobby Williams and explains the lessons she learned from him. Katie …

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Episode 271 "Carnival Of Souls: The Final Sessions" 2:06:12

3M ago2:06:12

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This week Tom & Zeus review the 1997 grunge influenced KISS album, "Carnival Of Souls: The Final Sessions" This was KISS' 17th studio album and the 22nd KISS studio album reviewed by SIOL. Carnival Of Souls is a very polarizing KISS album. The album was recorded with the Revenge era KISS lineup right before the KISS Reunion. However, it was not rel…

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Ep. 271 - KISS Rock n Roll Hall Of Fame Induction: A Look Back 10 Years Later Tom Morello 1:02:58

3M ago1:02:58

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10 years later we take a look back at the KISS Rock n Roll Hall Of Fame induction. What it was like being there, how do we feel about it 10 years later and if we think that was the last time the orignal lineup will be ij a room together.By Mike Brunn

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Dorm Damage With Tom & Zeus Episode 57 "Steve Vai" 35:40

3M ago35:40

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On the 57th Episode of Dorm Damage With Tom & Zeus, the guys welcome legendary guitar hero, Steve Vai to the show. Steve Vai is known as one of the greatest guitarist of all time. He has worked with Frank Zappa, David Lee Roth & Whitesnake. His solo work is incredible as well. Currently on tour with fellow guitar whiz, Joe Satriani, Steve took time…

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Ep. 270 - KISS Sold The Brand To Pop House 46:27

3M ago46:27

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On this episode we discuss the news that KISS sold the brand to Pop House. We talk about what this means, was $300 million a "fair price", our thoughts on the futire avator performances ans much more!By Mike Brunn

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Episode 270 "David Ellefson" 1:23:02

3M ago1:23:02

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This week Tom & Zeus welcome legendary bassist and original Megadeth member, David Ellefson. David Ellefson is a legendary thrash bassist and more importantly for us, a huge KISS fan. As David prepares for his current gig with Overkill and his Kings Of Thrash tour, he tells his KISStory and share his thoughts on KISS. A fun and interesting conversa…

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Dorm Damage With Tom & Zeus Episode 56 "Jacob Givens" 1:01:34

3M ago1:01:34

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On the 56th episode of Dorm Damage With Tom & Zeus, the guys welcome the podcast host of Waterproof Records With Jacob Givens, and social media superstar Jacob Givens. Tom & Zeus first learned of Jacob Givens after watching one of his many viral hilarious videos about music from the 1990's. Jacob is a huge 90's music fan, whether it's grunge or alt…

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Episode 269 "SiriusXM's Keith Roth" 1:54:03

3M ago1:54:03

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This week Tom & Zeus welcome from SiriusXM, the host of Ozzy's Boneyard & Hair Nation, the lead singer and guitarist of The Dictators & Frankenstein 3000 and a huge KISS fan, the one and only Keith Roth! If you listen to SiriusXM then Keith Roth is a legend. He has been rock show host, musician and producer for years. He has interviewed some of the…

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Ep. 269 - Doc McGhee returns to talk KISS Avatars, MSG, Biopic, Box Sets, Selling The Brand, Kruises and more! 45:31

3M ago45:31

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Doc McGhee returns for the third time to give us an update on everything KISS. We cover the Avatars, the final show at MSG, the biopic, box sets, off the soundboards, selling the brand, the future of the KISS Kruises and much more!By Mike Brunn

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Ep. 268 - Rock Influences with the Dexters 70s 80s Guitarists Vocalists 47:54

3M ago47:54

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We talk about rock influences from the 70s, 80s and 90s on The Dexters new cd "Atypical".By Mike Brunn

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Dorm Damage With Tom & Zeus Episode 55 "Tuk Smith" 54:43

3M ago54:43

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On the 55th episode of Dorm Damage With Tom & Zeus, the guys welcome singer songwriter, producer Tuk Smith from Tuk Smith & The Restless Hearts to the show. Tuk Smith is a one of a kind Rockstar. his music is filled with great hooks, catchy choruses and fantastic lyrics. His music is filled with many influences and among them is KISS. The guys talk…

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Episode 268 "ARC Song March Madness Tournament Preview" 1:09:33

3M ago1:09:33

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This week Tom & Zeus preview their "ARC Song Madness" Tournament. This is the 6th annual SIOL March Madness Tournament. This year's tournament is made up of 64 of the best songs from the albums reviewed on Shout It Out Loudcast's sidecast, Album Review Crew. This tournament will crown the one song that was on one of the 50 albums reviewed on the Al…

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Album Review Crew Episode 51 "Diary Of A Madman" 2:20:25

3M ago2:20:25

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On the 51st Episode of the Album Review Crew of Shout It Out Loudcast, Tom, Zeus & special guest Zach Throne from Corey Taylor's band and Bruce Kulick's band, review the 1981 legendary album from Ozzy Osbourne "Diary Of A Madman" Ozzy was one year removed from his incredible debut, Blizzard Of Ozz when he went back into the studio for his second so…

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TONY OBROHTA- Cracking Codes (Chicago, LeAnn Rimes) 1:27:08

3M ago1:27:08

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Nashville based guitar player, Tony Obrohta, tells his story of getting his current gig as guitar player for the iconic band Chicago. He talks about his struggle to get to music school and then moving to Nashville in the 90s. He explains the tricks to working for artists who don’t agree with you politically and discusses the struggles of working at…

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Episode 267 "Ahmet Zappa" 2:09:06

4M ago2:09:06

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This week Tom & Zeus welcome musician, actor, writer, producer, podcast host and major KISS fan, Ahmet Zappa. Ahmet Zappa is part of the famous and talented Zappa family. He has been a KISS fan since he was young and KISS is his absolute favorite band. He was even involved along with his family on the Gene Simmons track, "Black Tongue." Ahmet and b…

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Dorm Damage With Tom & Zeus Episode 54 "Ultimate Classic Rock - Top 15 Sunset Strip Bands." 29:56

4M ago29:56

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On the 54th episode of Dorm Damage With Tom & Zeus the guys review an article from Ultimate Classic Rock, "Top 15 Sunset Strip Bands." We all can picture the scene when you hear "Sunset Strip." A crazy concert by Van Halen or Motley Crue with girls, mayhem and debauchery. The Sunset Strip has been the area where many legendary bands got their start…

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Episode 266 "20th Century Masters - The Best Of KISS The Millennium Collection Volume 3" 1:16:38

4M ago1:16:38

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This week Tom & Zeus review the 2006 KISS compilation "20th Century Masters - The Best of KISS the Millennium Collection Volume 3." This SIOL's 8th compilation review. This album is number 3 in a 3 part series. The compilation covers 12 songs from albums Revenge through The Detroit Rock City Soundtrack. The guys breakdown the track selection and th…

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