Best FOCO Podcasts (2024)

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The Retrohale - 461 The Last Show In FoCo 54:20

13h ago54:20

54:20

This week Bret and Mark talk about current events, food, pilots license, and much more. Tell a friend, tell a hobo... As always, send us questions and comments to theretrohale@gmail.com Thanks for listening, ENJOY IT!

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Ep 183 FoCo 51:07

7d ago51:07

51:07

FoCo was Formed in 2018 by 6 amazing musicians sharing the same love & respect for the music of Foreigner, Bad Co & Badfinger. Performing Grammy nominated hits at premier venues across the Midwest with the same energy & passion as the original bands. Ray and Mike managed to snag a couple of the band members and see if it still feels like the first …

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Ep 184 The M80's 52:43

1h ago52:43

52:43

The M80's are Chicagoland's 80's MTV era new wave and alternative pop/rock band, covering songs from such classic 80s new wave hitmakers as The Cure, Depeche Mode, Til Tuesday, Berlin, The Cars, Tears For Fears, Flock of Seagulls, Simple Minds and Billy Idol. The band members’ decades of experience, solid chops and willingness to embrace technology…

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The Retrohale - 460 JoJoMoe and the Olmec by Foundation and the Perla del Mar Corojo 58:24

8d ago58:24

58:24

This week the guys have JoJoMoe on the show, and talk cigars, stories from the road, a game, listener emails, and much more. Tell a friend, tell a hobo... As always, send questions and comments to theretrohale@gmail.com Thanks for listening, ENJOY IT!

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Ep 182 Whiskey Devils 49:36

10d ago49:36

49:36

Based in McHenry, IL, they are a country rock cover band featuring hits of the 70's through today. Ray and Mike met with the band to find out what these devils are distilling. Support the show Podcast edited by Paul Martin. Theme song courtesy of M&R Rush. www.rocknrollchicagopodcast.comBy Ray the Roadie & Hollywood Mike

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The Retrohale - 459 The Rocky Patel Dark Star 1:07:09

15d ago1:07:09

1:07:09

This week, Mark smokes the Rocky Patel Dark Star Robusto and they all talked about the eclipse, music, cigars, and much more. Tell a friend, tell a hobo... As always, send questions and comments to theretrohale@gmail.com

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Ep 181 Matz Broz Band 47:22

17d ago47:22

47:22

The Matz Broz have been playing music in and around the Northern Illinois region individually or collectively for years now. Their repertoire consists of rockers, pop, blues, soul, R&B, reggae and folk/country sounds from the 50’s thru today. Add to that a sampling of our diverse original material and you’ve got a great night of music. Ray and Mike…

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#ClubedoMultiverso.:43 | A Cabeça do Santo 49:42

21d ago49:42

49:42

Está no ar mais um #ClubedoMultiverso! Aqui, junto com nossos leitores e ouvintes, entregamos o resultado dos debates sobre a leitura conjunta de uma determinada obra, realizada em nossa comunidade no Discord no mês anterior. Em Julho de 2023, continuando a nossa série de #LeiturasPeloBrasil, nós voltamos ao Nordeste para falar sobre A Cabeça do Sa…

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The Retrohale - 458 The Tatuaje Short Robusto 1:13:56

23d ago1:13:56

1:13:56

This week Mark smokes a Tatuaje, thanks to Jon Shearer and Bret, and the guys talk about moving, the eclipse, and much more. Tell a friend, tell a hobo... As always, send us questions and comments at theretrohale@gmail.com Thanks for listening, ENJOY IT!

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Ep 180 Sabbatha 38:46

28d ago38:46

38:46

Established in 1997, Sabbatha Chicago is an ALL-FEMALE tribute to Black Sabbath, Ozzy Osbourne and Dio Band-Age band is a Party cover band! Elise, Paula, and Lorena stopped by the studio to chat with Iron Man Ray and Paranoid Mike. Support the Show. Podcast edited by Paul Martin. Theme song courtesy of M&R Rush. www.rocknrollchicagopodcast.com…

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CSU's Bassic A Capella Meets KCSU's DJ Mae 38:42

25d ago38:42

38:42

CSU's Bassic A Capella got the opportunity to perform and interview live on air at KCSU with DJ Mae. The group talks about their history, what they love about acapella, and sing songs mixed by the performers themselves.By KCSU

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Erich Albrecht of Robot Tennis Club and Feed Lot Chats Love and Happiness and Wishing for a Dave Grohl Collab 24:36

25d ago24:36

24:36

Local Music Director Riley Hilbert, otherwise known as DJ Retrograde, talks with Erich Albrecht of Robot Tennis Club and Feed Lot for this episode of Live & Local.By KCSU

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The Retrohale - 457 A Davidoff , March Madness, News, and Guns 1:11:39

1M ago1:11:39

1:11:39

This week Bret smokes a Davidoff Late Hour and they all talk about March Madness, A Listener Email, Netflix Pix, News, and much more. Tell a friend, tell a hobo... As always send questions and comments to theretrohale@gmail.com Thank you for listening, ENJOY IT!

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S2 E3 | Standing Out In A Crowded Space - Pete Lucchesi & Cory Fahey (Streaker Sports) 1:02:43

30d ago1:02:43

1:02:43

In Episode 3 of Season 2, we chat to Pete Lucchesi & Cory Fahey - Creative Director & Co-Owners of Streaker Sports. Streaker Sports are a young start-up with some serious USP's, operating in a very crowded space within US-sports apparel supply and manufacture. Dedicated to telling the unique stories of sports culture, with their own unique vintage …

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Ep 179 ARRA 55:17

1M ago55:17

55:17

ARRA is one of the best and largest drawing classic rock tribute bands in the Chicagoland area and has been for the past three decades. By performing the biggest hits by the biggest bands of all time, with precision and excellence, it has been, and continues to be, the secret to their success. Their superior vocal harmonies and incredible musicians…

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The Retrohale - 356 Insane Andy Sanchez and The Micallef Mata Fina 1:17:43

1M ago1:17:43

1:17:43

This week the guys are joined by Andy Sanchez and the touch on a whole range of issues. Tell a friend, tell a hobo... As always, send questions and comments to theretrohale@gmail.com Thanks for listening, ENJOY IT!

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Ep 178 The Diffused Blues Band 51:34

1M ago51:34

51:34

The Diffused Blues Band formerly known as The Grumpy Old Men & Friends. The band is based out of McHenry, IL and was formed as a trio in 2021. In January of 2023 the full band was born. The band is comprised of veteran musicians performing Rock’n Blues, Classic Rock, and Southern Rock covers in their unique style. They feature a wide range of bands…

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The Retrohale - 455 The T.L. Johnson Family Estate VR 1:04:33

2M ago1:04:33

1:04:33

This week, Bret smokes the Avo Classic and Mark smokes the T.L. Johnson Family Estate. They start the show talking about wood, then they get into cigars, the Oscars, cars, and much more. Tell a friend, tell hobo... As always, send questions and comments to theretrohale@gmail.com Thanks for listening, ENJOY IT!…

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Ep 177 The Difference 40:40

2M ago40:40

40:40

The Difference started in the spring of 2014 while playing their middle school talent show. They were the favorite act of the show, which helped them gain confidence for the road ahead. They later named themselves "The Difference" because they felt that they wanted to make a difference in people's lives. The Difference consists of four talented mus…

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Interlúdio.:36 | Mariposa Vermelha 1:01:28

2M ago1:01:28

1:01:28

A tripulação feminina da Interlúdio fez uma solicitação que logo foi atendida pelo Capitão Ace Barros e sua Imediata, Hall-e: falar sobre o livro Mariposa Vermelha, da autora Fernanda Castro. Embarque com Carol Vidal, Lígia Colares e Priscila Saatman em uma série de motivos para fazer essa leitura; descubra o que elas consideram os maiores acertos …

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The Retrohale - 454 The McFly and the EDICD Maduro 59:55

2M ago59:55

59:55

Tell a friend, tell a hobo... As always, send questions and comments to theretrohale@gmail.com Thanks for listening, ENJOY IT!

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Trio Group Animal Future Met on Craiglist and Had Their Basement Flooded 26:57

2M ago26:57

26:57

Local Music Director Riley Hilbert, otherwise known as DJ Retrograde, sits down with Animal Future for this episode of Live & Local.By KCSU

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Ep 176 McKenna 55:41

2M ago55:41

55:41

From straightforward to blues based to that with a progressive touch, McKenna offers something for almost every hard rock fan. Helping separate McKenna is how it eschews the gravelly, mid-ranged male vocal approach to most hard rock bands in favor of a female vocalist. Their debut album "Are You Ready" makes you take the time and listen to the whol…

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The Retrohale - 453 JoJoMo and the Murcielago by Espinosa 1:14:03

2M ago1:14:03

1:14:03

This week the guys are joined by JoJoMo and they all discuss pipe tobacco blends, cigars, and much more. Tell a friend, tell a hobo... As always send us questions and comments to theretrohale@gmail.com Thanks for listening, ENJOY IT!

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S2 E2 | Supporting Sustainable Merchandising - Nicole Bekkers (FC88) 58:08

2M ago58:08

58:08

In Episode 2 of Season 2, we chat to Nicole Bekkers - Founder and CEO of FC88. FC88 are challenging the status quo with clubs, federations and global sports brands on the subject of sustainability. Having identified a huge issue with dead-stock during her role with KNVB (Dutch Football Federation) and being unsatisfied with the response she got, Ni…

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Ep 175 John David Daily 57:30

2M ago57:30

57:30

John David Daily writes & sings songs about the craziness of real life , motorcycles, drinking, the long road between heaven and hell, love, hurt and so much more. John has written & played in Nashville as well as recorded two albums there to date. Ray and Mike were able to slow him down to find out about his music and where he's going with it. Sup…

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Mystee's Softball Field and Dream Songwriting, Getting Deported from Whales, and Her Obsession with The Beatles 27:44

2M ago27:44

27:44

Local Music Director Riley Hilbert, otherwise known as DJ Retrograde, chats with Mystee for this episode of Live & Local.By KCSU

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#ClubedoMultiverso.:42 | O Homem que não transbordava 46:29

2M ago46:29

46:29

Está no ar mais um #ClubedoMultiverso! Aqui, junto com nossos leitores e ouvintes, entregamos o resultado dos debates sobre a leitura conjunta de uma determinada obra, realizada em nossa comunidade no Discord no mês anterior. Em Junho de 2023, continuando a nossa série de #LeiturasPeloBrasil, nós voltamos para o Centro-Oeste para uma repescagem: a …

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The Retrohale - 452 Davidoffs, Cohibas, Big Mac's, and an Email 59:47

2M ago59:47

59:47

This week Mark talks about having COVID, again, then the guys talk food, cigars, a listener email, and much more. Tell a friend, tell a hobo... As always, send questions and comments to theretrohale@gmail.com

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Ep 174 Night Songs 46:13

2M ago46:13

46:13

Chicagolands one and only Cinderella tribute band. Ray and Mike got a chance to meet with the band and find out how and why this happened. They had to move fast on this interview, since one of the band members was missing a slipper and they had to be out of the studio by midnight. We think they thought we were at Pumpkin Recording Studio... Support…

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The Retrohale - 451 The Micallef Mata Fina and The Big Game 1:16:39

2M ago1:16:39

1:16:39

This week, Mark smokes the Micallef Mata Fina and the guys discuss Bret's shopping spree, cigars, the Chiefs victory, and much more. Tell a friend, tell a hobo... As always, send your questions and comments to theretrohale@gmail.com

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Moshing For A Ke$ha Cover, Childhood Rock Lobster, and How Ducki Met Through A Dating App 28:25

2M ago28:25

28:25

Local Music Director Riley Hilbert, otherwise known as DJ Retrograde, chats with local band Ducki for this episode of Live & Local.By KCSU

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Ep 173 Kicked Outta Choir 49:23

3M ago49:23

49:23

Kicked Outta Choir is a Chicago-area, a Female Fronted “All 80’s” cover band representing the diverse mix of the many musical genres and artists that made the 1980’s one of the greatest music decades of all time. They pride themselves in being a “little different” from 80’s cover bands. Kicked Outta Choir chose their name to pay tribute to everyone…

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Blake Rouse's Love For Paul Simon and How Colorado Music Culture Is In His Blood 30:54

2M ago30:54

30:54

Local Music Director Riley Hilbert, otherwise known as DJ Retrograde, sits down with folk musician Blake Rouse for this episode of Live & Local.By KCSU

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New To The FOCO Scene: Mason Collins' ("MC") Music Shindigs, Guitar Hero Influences, and Dream Collab With King Krule 27:07

2M ago27:07

27:07

By KCSU

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The Retrohale - 450 JoJoMoe and the Hackapoluza Recap and a Trivia Quote Game 1:21:08

3M ago1:21:08

1:21:08

This week the guys are joined by JoJoMoe they all talk cigars, JoJo recaps Hackapoluza 6.0, they talk guitars, and they play a trivia game that goes "well?" Tell a friend, tell a hobo... As always send questions and comments to theretrohale@gmail.com Thanks for listening, ENJOY IT!

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Ep 172 JAD & The Shaggy Trio 47:48

3M ago47:48

47:48

The JAD & Shaggy Trio is a Rock/Pop band based out of Wood Dale IL since 2022. Formerly known as Class Reunion since 2009. Ray and Mike had sort of a reunion with the trio and found out who Shaggy's stylist is, among other things. Support the Show. Podcast edited by Paul Martin. Theme song courtesy of M&R Rush. www.rocknrollchicagopodcast.com…

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Interlúdio.:35 | Dia do Quadrinho Nacional '24 1:01:45

3M ago1:01:45

1:01:45

Retornando de um longo hiato, o Capitão Ace Barros e sua Imediata, Hall-e, recebem a bordo da Interlúdio os reforços de autora Camila Loricchio e do Quadrinista e Podcaster, Hamilton Kabuna, para um programa especial em comemoração ao Dia do Quadrinho Nacional, 30 de Janeiro. Embarque conosco em um bate-papo sobre o cenário atual de quadrinhos e fo…

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