Best Joe Riley Music Lover Podcasts (2024)

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Sleepwalk w/ Ryan Davis (Part 2) - Ep 259 1:20:50

1d ago1:20:50

1:20:50

Guitarist/Vocalist Ryan Davis, of Chicago based band Sleepwalk, joins us again on Musically Meditated Podcast. If you missed our first conversation we will have a link in the description so you can check out our first conversation. Ryan and I talk about how Sleepwalk has progressed as a band over the years, Sleepwalk’s non stop work ethic, and thei…

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Ringing w/ Colton Walker - Ep 258 1:28:09

16d ago1:28:09

1:28:09

Colton Walker of Ringing joins us on Episode 258. Colton talks about his musical background, his big move to New York, and everything Ringing related. We dive deep into Ringing’s most recent EP. Sit back, relax, and crack open that La Croix! Make sure you support Ringing here: https://linktr.ee/ringingnyc…

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Halloween w/ Justus Proffit - Ep 257 54:31

28d ago54:31

54:31

Singer/musician Justus Proffit joins us today on Episode 257. Justus talks about his California roots, his move to Philadelphia, his band Halloween, and his musical/artistic background throughout the years. Let’s glide down the dark alley of Gothic Grunge together and take in the sounds of Halloween! Make sure to support Halloween here: https://www…

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Melodic Canvas w/ Evan Alderton - Ep 256 1:15:54

2M ago1:15:54

1:15:54

Singer/guitarist Evan Alderton of Melodic Canvas joins us on Episode 256. Evan talks about his roots from the deep northern woods of Michigan and how they influence his art. Evan also talks about his background as a musician, his band Melodic Canvas, and much more. Get ready for some mitten state melancholy! Support Melodic Canvas here: https://lin…

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Sunder w/ Steven Esquibel - Ep 255 1:23:20

2M ago1:23:20

1:23:20

Episode 255 features singer Steven Esquibel of Sunder. Steven and I talk about his inland empire California roots, his background as a touring musician, and his new project Sunder. Sunder just dropped a new single, music video, and some awesome merchandise. Peep game. Support Sunder here: https://linktr.ee/sunderisaband?utm_source=linktree_profile_…

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Her New Knife w/ Elijah "da kid" Ford - Ep 254 1:03:51

2M ago1:03:51

1:03:51

Drummer Elijah "da kid" Ford joins us on Episode 254. Elijah talks about his voyage from Floridia to Philadelphia, musical background, and Her New Knife’s musical journey. Support Her New Knife here: https://linktr.ee/hernewknife?utm_source=linktree_profile_share

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Sledges w/ Philly Gomez - Ep 253 1:04:05

3M ago1:04:05

1:04:05

Singer/guitarist Philly Gomez of Sledges joins us on Episode 253. Philly talks about his Southern California roots, musical background, and Sledges new EP "Losing Pace". Support and listen to Sledges here: https://linktr.ee/Sledges

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Wayne Kramer (MC5) Rock Legend Series #12 - Ep 252 58:17

3M ago58:17

58:17

Part 12 of the Rock Legend Series focuses on guitarist, singer, songwriter, producer, and film and television composer Wayne Kramer of the Detroit rock band MC5. We talk about his Michigan upbringing, his musical journey, his accomplishments after MC5 and his legacy. Contact us at https://instagram.com/musically_meditated…

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Velvet w/ Zack Alfasi - Ep 251 1:20:31

4M ago1:20:31

1:20:31

Singer/guitarist Zack Alfasi of the band Velvet joins us on Episode 251. Zack talks about his Brooklyn/New York roots, musical background, and Velvet’s new album Romance. Support Velvet here: https://linktr.ee/velvetshoegaze

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Blossom w/ Mateo Ruiz - Ep 250 55:30

5M ago55:30

55:30

Singer/guitarist Mateo Ruiz of Blossom joins us on Episode 250. Mateo talks about his San Diego roots, and Blossoms new EP “Florecer”. The new EP drops on March 18 over at Really Rad Recods. Support Blossom here: https://linktr.ee/BlossomBand

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Shane MacGowan (The Pogues) Rock Legend Series Part 11 - Ep 249 1:06:51

5M ago1:06:51

1:06:51

Part 11 of the Rock Legend Series focuses on singer/songwriter Shane MacGowan. We talk about his upbringing, his musical journey, and his tragic death. Contact us at https://instagram.com/musically_meditated

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Lesser Care w/ Dez & Zane - Ep 248 59:06

6M ago59:06

59:06

Dez & Zane of Lesser Care join us on Episode 248. They talk about their Texas El Paso roots, dreamy post punk with an unrecognizable face, and the past, present, and future of Lesser Care. Tune in. Enjoy. Listen to Lesser Care: https://linktr.ee/LesserCare?utm_source=linktree_profile_share

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Meditate With Us (Session 3) - Ep 247 47:42

6M ago47:42

47:42

Session three of the meditation focuses on how to stimulate your Vagus nerve through deep breathing meditations. Tune in. Drop out.

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Elliott Smith: Rock Legend Series #10 - Ep 246 1:08:38

7M ago1:08:38

1:08:38

Part 10 of the Rock Legend Series focuses on singer/songwriter Elliott Smith. We talk about his upbringing, his musical journey, and his tragic death in 2003. Contact us at: https://instagram.com/musically_meditated

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System of a Down: Toxicity (Review/Re-listen) - Ep 245 1:06:51

7M ago1:06:51

1:06:51

This is Part 2 of the System of a Down series. We review/re-listen the Toxicity era of System of a Down. Let us take you back to the year of 2001. It’s Nu Metal time! Enjoy.

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Andy Rourke (The Smiths) Rock Legend Series #9 - Ep 244 46:37

8M ago46:37

46:37

Part 9 of the Rock Legend Series focuses on bassist Andy Rourke of The Smiths. We talk about his childhood, his musical journey with The Smiths, and his tragic death in 2023. If you’re a Smiths fan and missed our Morrissey episode WATCH it out here: https://youtu.be/2ZhWITgofMQ?si=U7ejRxeW122OP-Gj Contact us at: https://instagram.com/musically_medi…

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Meditate With Us w/ Nick Rouzer (Session 2) - Ep 243 55:50

8M ago55:50

55:50

Our guest Nick Rouzer joins us once again to guide us through the five senses of meditation. Take it all in. Enjoy the process. Join us. Feel free to participate. Follow Nick Rouzer on Instagram: https://instagram.com/nick_rouzer?igshid=djF1azl0YWJ6NDV2

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Dolores O'Riordan: Rock Legend Series #8 (The Cranberries) - Ep 242 1:00:28

9M ago1:00:28

1:00:28

Part 8 of the Rock Legend Series focuses on vocalist Dolores O'Riordan. We talk about her early days with The Cranberries, her musical journey, and her tragic death. Contact us at: https://instagram.com/musically_meditated?igshid=ZWQyN2ExYTkwZQ==

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Meditate With Us w/ Nick Rouzer (Session 1) - Ep 241 43:44

9M ago43:44

43:44

Welcome to the first session of Meditate With Us w/ Nick Rouzer. Session one of this series focuses on Nick and Joe’s personal journey with meditation. They also touch on their experience with Sam Harris’ guided audio meditation. This is a great introduction episode that explains the different type of meditation techniques that Nick and Joe will us…

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System of a Down: Self Titled (Review/Re-listen) - Ep 240 1:01:41

10M ago1:01:41

1:01:41

This is Part 1 of the System of a Down series. We review/re-listen the self tiled era of System of a Down. Keep an eye out for the Toxicity episode in the near future. It’s Nu Metal time! Enjoy.

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South Shore Roller Derby w/ Autumn Dexter (BONUS EPISODE) - Ep 239 52:49

10M ago52:49

52:49

Roller Derby enthusiast Autumn Dexter joins us on Musically Meditated to talk about her passion for Roller Derby. Autumn discusses her early days of roller skating, her transition into roller derby, and how she has become a member of the South Shore Roller Derby Club. Join us Saturday (September 16, 2023) at the Urschel Pavilion at Central Park Pla…

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Cursetheknife w/ Severin Olsen - Ep 238 1:03:16

10M ago1:03:16

1:03:16

Severin Olsen of Cursetheknife, Money, and Downward joins us on Episode 238. Sev talks about his Oklahoma roots, his musical journey, and Cursetheknife’s new album “There’s a Place I Can Rest”. You can purchase the new album here: http://newmoralityzine.limitedrun.com/products/search?q=Cursetheknife

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Best Hip Hop Albums of 2023 (so far) w/ Reckless Rod - Ep 237 1:27:35

11M ago1:27:35

1:27:35

It’s that time of the year, we’re a little bit late, but here we are. Guest Reckless Rod joins us once again to talk about hip hop. We talk about the big hip hop stories of 2023, and our top five favorite rap albums of the year, so far. What did we miss? Let us know on Instagram. Check out Reckless Rod’s projects here : https://recklessrod.bandcamp…

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Scott Weiland: Rock Legend Series #7 (Stone Temple Pilots) - Ep 236 1:07:12

11M ago1:07:12

1:07:12

Part 7 of the Rock Legend Series focuses on vocalist Scott Weiland. We talk about his time in Stone Temple Pilot’s, his musical journey, and his tragic death. Contact us at: https://instagram.com/musically_meditated?igshid=ZWQyN2ExYTkwZQ==

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twosoft w/ Finnegan Galvin - Ep 235 57:49

12M ago57:49

57:49

In this episode we revisit the musical journey of Finn Galvin and catch up on what he's been up to. We discuss his name change from "fin" to "twosoft", his side account threescore, his editing work on the podcast, and his new song "Eidolon" with benten. Presave Eidolon here: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/twosoft/eidolon-feat-benten Follow him o…

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Jeff Hanneman : Rock Legend Series #6 (Slayer) - Ep 234 1:02:44

1y ago1:02:44

1:02:44

Part 6 of the rock legend series focuses on guitarist Jeff Hanneman. We talk about his early days in Slayer, his musical journey, and his tragic death. Contact us at: https://instagram.com/musically_meditated?igshid=ZWQyN2ExYTkwZQ== (https://instagram.com/musically_meditated?igshid=ZWQyN2ExYTkwZQ==)

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Ph.D Kimoni JUST RnB & HiP HoP 397 Soul Therapy Part 11 Hosted by Aliah Sheffield 5:51:40

1y ago5:51:40

5:51:40

1. Jahnya - Wait 2. Aáyanna - Wont Cry 3. Essosa - Waste My Time 4. Zenesoul - Pain, no Percocet 5. Drake -I m The Problem 6. Aliah Sheffield - Boo The Fool 7. Buddy Vonn - Love & BS 8. Grace Weber - Lonely 9. T - Royal - Touch Me 10. Jastin Martin - Why Not 11. Ebony Riley - Save Me 12. kiana ledé - Same Type 13. Keitian - Bullshit 14. Maeta - S (…

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Korn Issues (Review/Re-listen) - Ep 233 57:36

1y ago57:36

57:36

This is Part 4 of the Korn album review/re-listen series. Issues was Korn’s last album that we will be discussing for this series. Enjoy.

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Jaco Pastorius : Bass Legend Series #5 = Ep 232 1:05:39

1y ago1:05:39

1:05:39

Part 5 of the rock legend series focuses on jazz bassist Jaco Pastorius. We talk about his childhood, his musical journey, his tragic death, and his influence on modern rock bassist’s and beyond. Contact us at: https://instagram.com/musically_meditated?igshid=ZWQyN2ExYTkwZQ== (https://instagram.com/musically_meditated?igshid=ZWQyN2ExYTkwZQ==)…

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Randy Rhoads: Rock Legend Series #4 (Ozzy Osbourne) - Ep 231 1:14:32

1y ago1:14:32

1:14:32

Part 4 of the "Rock Legend Series" focuses on guitarist Randy Rhoads of Ozzy Osbourne/Quiet Riot. We talk about his humble beginnings, his musical journey, and his tragic death. Contact us at https://instagram.com/musically_meditated?igshid=ZWQyN2ExYTkwZQ==

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Korn Follow The Leader (Review/Re-listen) - Ep 230 58:52

1y ago58:52

58:52

This is Part 3 of the Korn album review/re-listen series. Follow the Leader was 1998 at its finest.

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Layne Staley : Rock Legend Series #3 (Alice In Chains) - Ep 229 1:12:27

1y ago1:12:27

1:12:27

Part 3 of the rock legend series focuses on vocalist Layne Staley of Alice In Chains. We talk about his humble beginnings, his musical journey, and his tragic death.

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Cliff Burton : Rock Legend Series #2 (Metallica) - Ep 228 1:01:42

1+ y ago1:01:42

1:01:42

The rock legend series continues. We focus on the bass guitar legend Cliff Burton. Metallica forever. Cliff Burton forever. Enjoy.

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Korn Life is Peachy (Review/Re-listen) - Ep 227 1:02:06

1+ y ago1:02:06

1:02:06

This is part 2 of the Korn album review/re-listen series. Twist. Twist. Twist. Korn released their sophomore album “Life is Peachy” way back in 1996. Joe and Vince talk about how this album influenced their early teenage years, the recording background of the album, and how it’s aged after all this years. Did it age well? Did it age bad? You decide…

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Korn Self Titled Album (Review/Re-listen) - Ep 226 56:09

1+ y ago56:09

56:09

The 1994 self titled album by Korn was a game changer. So listen to a couple of guys break down its undeniable influence on an entire generation. Nu Metal forever homie.

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Brian Jones : Rock Legend Series #1 (The Rolling Stones) - Ep 225 53:21

1+ y ago53:21

53:21

We start off the new (Rock Legend Series) by examining the life and times of the rock legend Brian Jones of The Rolling Stones. We talk about Brian’s upbringing, his time with the stones, and his tragic death at the age of twenty seven years old.

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Best Albums of 2010 - Ep 224 1:13:35

1+ y ago1:13:35

1:13:35

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Bedridden w/ Jack Riley - Ep 223 1:08:56

1+ y ago1:08:56

1:08:56

Singer/guitarist Jack Riley of Bedridden joins us on episode 223. Jack talks about his Chicagoland roots, musical background, and his band Bedridden’s new project Amateur Heartthrob. Please support Bedridden here: https://bedriddenbandusa.bandcamp.com

1+ y ago1:16:14

1:16:14

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Still w/ Michael Hoeltge - Ep 212 1:15:56

1+ y ago1:15:56

1:15:56

Episode 212 features Vocalist/Guitarist Michael Hoeltge of the St. Louis shoegaze band Still. Michael talks about his St.Louis roots, shoegaze gear essentials, and Still’s new EP “Faint”. Please listen/support Still here: https://orcd.co/still_faint

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Best Albums of 2007 - Ep 211 1:15:35

2y ago1:15:35

1:15:35

Outro song: threescore - a hero's ballad

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