Date: October 30, 2024 Name of podcast: Backstage Pass Radio S7: E7: Carmine Appice (Vanilla Fudge, Rod Stewart, Ozzy Ozbourne) - Mastermind Behind Modern Rock Drumming SHOW SUMMARY: Legendary drummer Carmine Appice invites us into his world of rock drumming, sharing captivating stories from his celebrated career with bands like Vanilla Fudge, King…

Date: September 18th, 2024 Name of podcast: Backstage Pass Radio S7: E6: Payton Riley: Crafting Songs and Shaping Dreams SHOW SUMMARY: Do you ever wonder what sparks the journey of a young artist? Meet Payton Riley, the sensational singer-songwriter from Montgomery, Texas, whose musical odyssey began with voice lessons at just seven years old. List…

Date: September 3rd, 2024 Name of podcast: Backstage Pass Radio S7: E5: S7: E5: Guy Mezger (UFC, PRIDE, Pancrase) Transforming Turbulence into Triumph SHOW SUMMARY: Ever wondered how a relentless pursuit of passion can shape one's life? Get ready for an inspiring conversation with decorated combat sport fighter, Guy Mezger, as he shares the extraor…

Date: August 14th, 2024 Name of podcast: Backstage Pass Radio S7: E3: Mandoki Soulmates (Tony Carey & Leslie Mandoki) - Journey of Musical Freedom & Innovation SHOW SUMMARY: What happens when a political refugee finds freedom through music and forms a supergroup with some of the world's most talented musicians? Join us on this episode of Backstage …

Date: July 17th, 2024 Name of podcast: Backstage Pass Radio S7: E2: Zebra (Randy Jackson & Felix Hanemann) - Zebra's 50-Year Journey SHOW SUMMARY: What if you could witness the evolution of a legendary rock band from their early days to navigating the digital age? Join Randy Jackson and Felix Hanemann of Zebra, along with our special co-host Dayna …

Date: July 10th, 2024 Name of podcast: Backstage Pass Radio S7: E1: Dead Man's Hand - Tales From Dead Man's Hand SHOW SUMMARY: Ever wondered how a rock band evolves over the years, from their formation to their current lineup? Trey Gadler and John Adams from Dead Man's Hand take us through their journey, sharing fascinating stories about their band…

Date: June 25, 2024 Name of podcast: Backstage Pass Radio Episode Title and Number: S6: E10: Kardang - The Pride of Norway SHOW SUMMARY: What happens when the icy winds of southern Norway meet the scorching heat of Houston, Texas? Join us on Backstage Pass Radio as we catch up with Chris Williams and Jonkus from Kardang, the Norwegian rock band tha…

Date: May 29, 2024 Name of podcast: Backstage Pass Radio Episode title and number: S6: E9: Bill Brown (Houston Astros Hall of Fame Broadcaster - Voices of the Game SHOW SUMMARY: My neighbor and Hall of Fame sportscaster Bill Brown, "Brownie," steps up to the mic, not for play-by-play, but for a heart-to-heart on his 30-year love affair with sports …

Date: April 24, 2024 Name of podcast: Backstage Pass Radio Episode title and number: S6 : E8: Dayna Steele (Radio DJ - 101 KLOL) Amplifying Life with the Voice of Rock BIO: Dayna Steele electrifies our latest episode, sharing the raw and untamed journey of her life in rock radio and beyond. The airwaves buzz with her stories of scaling the heights …

Date: April 24, 2024 Name of podcast: Backstage Pass Radio Episode title and number: S6 : E7: Adam Hood - From Opelika to the Opry BIO: Stepping onto the Grand Ole Opry stage is a dream etched deep in the heart of any country musician, and in our latest heart-to-heart with the incomparable Adam Hood, that moment comes to life. As we sit down with t…

Date: April 12,, 2024 Name of podcast: Backstage Pass Radio Episode title and number: S6 : E6: Dan Smalley - Ballads of the Bayou BIO: Dan Smalley may just now be making a name for himself, but he already sings with the voice of experience. And he’s got the bullet scars to prove it. The Alaska native who came of age in Shreveport, Louisiana, sings …

Joining me on the airwaves of Backstage Pass Radio is none other than the remarkable Con Delo, founder and maestro bassist of the Hindley Street Country Club. We wade through the melodic waters of Con's past, where a fusion of Macedonian and Greek influences concocted a profound love for the soulful rhythms of Motown and American classics. His tale…

Date: March 13, 2024 Name of podcast: Backstage Pass Radio Episode title and number: S6: E4: Ned Evett - The Multidimensional World of a Guitarist The return of Ned Evett, the fretless guitar maestro, marks a special moment as we travel through his recent move to the West Coast and the tales from his experience at Joe Satriani's G4 guitar camp. Thi…

When the strings of Susan Hickman's guitar resonate, they tell a story deeper than the melodies they create. Join us as we sit down with the adept singer-songwriter at Crystal Vision studio, where Susan unfolds the narrative of her life in music, from her initial steps guided by a mother's old guitar to the mastery of the Nashville number system. H…

Date: January 17, 2024 Name of podcast: Backstage Pass Radio Episode title and number: S6: E2: Jesse Roach - Strings of the Soul I had the pleasure of sitting down with the fiercely talented Jesse Roach, a singer-songwriter whose Texas roots and vibrant energy captivate from the first chord. As we shared stories, she brought the studio to life with…

As the tour bus rolled into Tacoma, we grabbed a moment with Shane Smith, frontman of Shane Smith & the Saints, amidst the backdrop of a bustling tour schedule. Shane unpacks the journey of their musical grind, from the humbling beginnings in Terrell, Texas, to the moment their tunes echoed through the scenes of "Yellowstone," sparking a wildfire o…

Date: December 27, 2023 Name of podcast: Backstage Pass Radio Episode title and number: S5: E14: Sam Banks - (Craig Morgan) Local Gigs to Legendary Stages BIO: From a local club in Grain Valley to the neon glow of Nashville, Sam's guitar has strummed the chords of an incredible journey. As he sits down with us, his tale unfolds, revealing the grit …

Date: December 20, 2023 Name of podcast: Backstage Pass Radio Episode title and number: S5: E13: Ted Poley (Danger Danger, Tokyo Motor Fist) - Melodies & Animal Rights Mission BIO: Have you ever wondered about the journey of a musician who reinvents himself, not just in his craft but in his mission? Ted Poley, acclaimed for his versatile musical ta…

Date: December 8, 2023 Name of podcast: Backstage Pass Radio Episode title and number: S5: E11: Ron "Bumblefoot" Thal (Guns & Roses, Asia, Art of Anarchy, Sons of Apollo, Whom Gods Destroy) - Tremolos & Thimbles - PART 2 BIO: Step into the world of Ron "Bumblefoot" Thal, revered guitar virtuoso, and journey with us through his illustrious music car…

Date: November 29, 2023 Name of podcast: Backstage Pass Radio Episode title and number: S5: E11: Ron "Bumblefoot" Thal (Guns & Roses, Asia, Art of Anarchy, Sons of Apollo, Whom Gods Destroy) - Tremolos & Thimbles - PART 1 BIO: Step into the world of Ron "Bumblefoot" Thal, revered guitar virtuoso, and journey with us through his illustrious music ca…

Date: November 8, 2023 Name of podcast: Backstage Pass Radio Episode title and number: S5: E10: Scot "Little" Bihlman - An Anthology of Musical Triumphs BIO: From the glitz of Las Vegas to the hallowed halls of the Musician’s Institute in Los Angeles, we take you on a sonic journey with the multi-talented, four-time Emmy Award winner, Scot "Little"…

Date: October 25, 2023 Name of podcast: Backstage Pass Radio Episode title and number: S5: E9 - Faith Lee - Reaching For The Stars BIO: Faith Lee is a singer songwriter from Sugar Land, TX. Faith has been performing as a singer since the age of five and she has accomplished much despite her young age. At the age of seven, she was the youngest to pe…

Date: October 11, 2023 Name of podcast: Backstage Pass Radio Episode title and number: S5: E8 - Dave Roe (Johnny Cash, Dwight Yoakum, John Mellencamp, Jerry Reed, Chet Atkins) - The Legacy Lives On BIO: Born David Roe Rorick, bassist/vocalist/songwriter Dave Roe grew up in Hawaii and started playing bass in funk and R&B bands in the late ’60s and ’…

Date: September 20, 2023 Name of podcast: Backstage Pass Radio Episode title and number: S5: E7 - Christopher Anton (Information Society, Mr. Wonderful) - Wonderful Society Modes BIO: Genesis of Sound II, Available Sept. 17th International synthpop artist christopher ANTON announces Genesis of Sound II. The new fully remastered singles collection i…

Date: Se[tember 6, 2023 Name of podcast: Backstage Pass Radio Episode title and number: S5: E6 - Ron Taylor (Lowside, Taylor-DeLatte, Lillian Axe, Stiff) - The High Notes of Lowside BIO: Lowside hails from Dallas, TX and it's members are all veterans of not only the DFW music scene but of the national music scene. Ron Taylor was the singer for Lill…

Date: August 30, 2023 Name of podcast: Backstage Pass Radio Episode title and number: S5: E5 - Qwynn - Nothing But Time BIO: Qwynn is a Nashville-based artist, singer/songwriter originally from Cleveland Ohio. Growing up, she was a competitive figure skater until a knee injury forced her to stop competing at age 10. Turning defeat into victory, Qwy…

Date: August 23, 2023 Name of podcast: Backstage Pass Radio Episode title and number: S5: E4 - Paul Noyola - East Texas Pickin and Patroling BIO: Around 13 years old, I taught myself to play guitar - singing my favorite tunes comforted me during a tumultuous time in my life. Within a year, I began writing songs and performing at events around East …

Date: August 9, 2023 Name of podcast: Backstage Pass Radio Episode title and number: S5: E3 - Jess Ward (Cirque Du Soleil, Atomic Saloon Show, This Is Kayos) & Andrew Diessner (Atomic Saloon, Almost Criminal, Reckless In Vegas) - Atomic Duo in Las Vegas Sponsor Link: WWW.ECOTRIC.COM WWW.SIGNAD.COM WWW.RUNWAYAUDIO.COM Backstage Pass Radio Social Med…

Date: July 26, 2023 Name of podcast: Backstage Pass Radio Episode title and number: S5: E2 - Stoney Curtis - (Stoney Curtis Band / Count’s 77) - Leads Hotter Than Dessert Sands Artist Bio - The Stoney Curtis Band is a Las Vegas heavy blues rock/acid blues experience. They are guitarist/singer Stoney Curtis, bassist Barry Barnes, and drummer/percuss…

Date: July 12, 2023 Name of podcast: Backstage Pass Radio Episode title and number: S5: E1 - Russ Dwarf - Killer Dwarfs - The Pride of the Canadian Side Artist Bio - Killer Dwarfs (stylized as KiLLeR DWaRfS) is a Canadian hard rock band that formed in late 1981 in Oshawa, Ontario, and enjoyed moderate success in their native Canada in the 1980s. Th…

Date: June 21, 2023 Name of podcast: Backstage Pass Radio Episode title and number: S4: E18 - Zak Perry - Waking Up The Vultures Artist Bio - Zak Perry is an author, composer, guitarist, and performer from Texas based in North of France, where he registered his 13th album « Waking Up The Vultures ». Native from Missouri, Zak Perry was heading for a…

Date: June 7, 2023 Name of podcast: Backstage Pass Radio Episode title and number: S4: E17: Dave Schulz (Goo Goo Dolls, Berlin, Wang Chung / Fastball) - The Grand Funkster of the Funk Dolls Artist Bio - Dave Schulz is an American keyboardist, vocalist, producer, composer and recording artist well known for his live and studio work with a wide range…

Date: May 24, 2023 Name of podcast: Backstage Pass Radio Episode title and number: S4: E16 - Jefferson "Zuma Jay" Wagner - Surf, Sand, and the Marlboro Man Artist Bio - Jay was first elected to the Malibu City Council in 2008 and has served two rotations as Mayor. He’s an avid surfer, designs surfboards, and is the long-time owner of the Zuma Jay S…

Date: May 10, 2023 Name of podcast: Backstage Pass Radio Episode title and number: S4: E15 - Season Ammons - Steel Hearts in Gruene Texas Artist Bio - With a voice as distinguishable and versatile as her name, Season Ammons is an award-winning songwriter, vocalist, and multi-instrumentalist, blending soulful blues with Texas roots and Americana. Am…

Date: April 26, 2023 Name of podcast: Backstage Pass Radio Episode title and number: S4: E14 - Savannah Rae - A Voice So Rare With Tejano Flare Artist Bio - Savannah Rae is an all-American country singer-songwriter who proudly hails from San Antonio, Texas. Born into a music and arts-loving family, Savannah’s own journey to becoming a fast-rising e…

Date: April 14, 2023 Name of podcast: Backstage Pass Radio Episode title and number: S4: E13 - Perry Richardson (Stryper / Firehouse) - In God We Trust Artist Bio - Perry Richardson is an American bass guitarist who played in FireHouse until 2000 and is currently the bassist of Stryper. Perry Richardson graduatedConway High School in Conway, South …

Date: April 12, 2023 Name of podcast: Backstage Pass Radio Episode title and number: S4: E12 - Matt Sebastian (Matt Sebastian Band) - The Names Have All Changed Artist Bio - After taking a 12-year hiatus from playing bass guitar in regional bands, Matt Sebastian made his solo debut in 2021. He spent his time away raising a family and focusing on hi…

Date: April 5, 2023 Name of podcast: Backstage Pass Radio Episode title and number: S4: E11 - Chad Hedrick (5 Time Olypic Medalist in Speed Skating / Real Estate Entrepreneur) - From Gold To Sold Artist Bio - Chad Hedrick (born April 17, 1977) is an American inline speed skater and ice speed skater. He was born in Spring, Texas. Hedrick revolutioni…

Date: March 29, 2023 Name of podcast: Backstage Pass Radio Episode title and number: S4: E10 - Eliot Lewis (Hall & Oates / Average White Band) - Just A Bump In The Road Artist Bio - A singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist, Eliot Lewis has toured the world over as a member of the Daryl Hall & John Oates band, as well as a former member of Th…

Date: March 22, 2023 Name of podcast: Backstage Pass Radio Episode title and number: S4: E9: Beth-Ami Heavenstone (Graham Bonnet Band, Hardly Dangerous) - Rock Stars & Bass Guitars Artist Bio - A talented writer, musician, world traveler, and bassist for the Graham Bonnet Band. I caught up with Beth-Ami in her home in the greater Los Angeles area a…

Date: March 15, 2023 Name of podcast: Backstage Pass Radio Episode title and number: S4: E8: Russ Ballard (Argent) - Masterful Lyricist From Ware Artist Bio - Originally coming to prominence as the lead singer and guitarist for the band Argent, Ballard became a songwriter and producer by the late 1970s. His compositions "New York Groove", "You Can …

Date: March 1, 2023 Name of podcast: Backstage Pass Radio Episode title and number: S4: E7: Bailey Rae - Oklahoma Girl & Gypsy Cowboys Artist Bio - Bailey Rae is a rising singer/songwriter with roots planted deep in country music. Growing up in a musical family, she started her collection of classic country vinyl at an early age and was gifted many…

Date: February 21, 2023 Name of podcast: Backstage Pass Radio Episode title and number: S4: E6: Robert Jon Burrison - (Robert Jon & The Wreck) - Last Light on the Highway Artist Bio - Reigning from southern California, Robert Jon & The Wreck take the southern rock sound from the east coast and make it their own. Since their inception in 2011, these…

Date: February 8, 2023 Name of podcast: Backstage Pass Radio Episode title and number: S4: E5: Robin McAuley - (McAuley Schenker Group / Survivor / Black Swan) It's Gonna Take A Miracle Artist Bio - Robin McAuley is an Irish singer. He is best known as the vocalist for the rock band McAuley Schenker Group from 1986 to 1993, which saw the band relea…

Date: February 1, 2023 Name of podcast: Backstage Pass Radio Episode title and number: S4: E4: Payton Howie Artist Bio - With backwoods bathed vocals and bona fide southern swagger, Payton Howie is leading the next generation of redneck women. Branded as the ultimate ‘All American Girl’ by Scenes Media, Howie is gaining nationwide notoriety with fe…

Date: February 1, 2023 Name of podcast: Backstage Pass Radio Episode title and number: S4: E3: Stephanie Ryann - Dreams Come True With A Bluebird Debut Artist Bio - STEPHANIE RYANN is a woman who's got something to say, whether you want to listen or not. Embracing country music's forward progression, Ryann's "storyteller" lyrics and unique vocal st…

Date: January 18, 2023 Name of podcast: Backstage Pass Radio Episode title and number: S4: E2: Heather Rayleen - A Musical Gift From Conroe Artist Bio - www.heatherrayleen.com Sponsor Link: WWW.ECOTRIC.COM Backstage Pass Radio Social Media Handles: Facebook - @backstagepassradiopodcast @randyhulseymusic Instagram - @Backstagepassradio @randyhulseym…

Date: January 11, 2023 Name of podcast: Backstage Pass Radio Episode title and number: S4: E1: Tony Carey (Rainbow, Planet P Project, Pat Travers, Joe Cocker) A Musical Magician From Hawkeye Rd. Artist Bio - Tony Carey & Planet P Project Tony Carey first appeared on the international stage in 1975, playing keyboards for Ricthie Blackmore’s Rainbow.…

Date: December 28, 2022 Name of podcast: Backstage Pass Radio Episode title and number: S3: E19: Leather Leone - We Are The Chosen Artist Bio - Leather Leone needs no introduction. She has forged her unique place in metal history a long time ago. After being scouted by Mike Varney (President of Shrapnel records), Leather emerged in the early 1980s …

Date: December 14, 2022 Name of podcast: Backstage Pass Radio Episode title and number: S3: E18: David Bradford - Keeping The Demons At Bay Artist Bio - David Bradford is a powerful acoustic singer/songwriter from Calgary, Alberta. Originally from the U.S., David connected with words and music at an early age, as a means to channel his struggle wit…