The Hook Rocks!

The Hooks Rocks Podcast is the place to be for talking rock music. In depth discussions on the state of rock music, new music spotlights featuring new up and coming artists, and much more. Get hooked on The Hooks Rocks…The Ultimate Rock Community podcast! Now Part of Pantheon Podcasts!

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The Hook Rocks Quarterly Music Business Insider...
The Hook Rocks welcomes back our resident music business insider Kristi Enigl to discuss the latest on Live Nation & the anticipated TIKTOK ban. Please enjoy the episode! Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network Kristi Enigl https://www.instagram.com/krisieng/ https://twitter.com/KristiEnigl https://www.foxbusiness.com/politics/justice-department-sue-ticketmaster-live-nation-alleged-monopoly-ticketing-industry-report https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2024/03/tiktok-bill-foreign-influence/677806/ The Hook Rocks https://www.facebook.com/TheHookRocks/ https://www.instagram.com/thehookrocks/ https://twitter.com/TheHookRocks Pantheon Podcasts http://pantheonpodcasts.com/ https://www.facebook.com/PantheonPodcasts https://www.instagram.com/pantheonpods/ https://twitter.com/pantheonpods
60 min
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The Legend Lita Ford
The legend Lita Ford visits The Hook Rocks to discuss her career in hard rock & heavy metal with her views on ACDC, Van Halen, & more. She also reflects on how the industry has changed as well as her thoughts on the emerging bands in the new rock scene. Please enjoy the conversation! Lita Ford http://www.litafordonline.com/ https://www.facebook.com/litaofficial https://www.instagram.com/litafordofficial https://twitter.com/litaford The Hook Rocks https://www.facebook.com/TheHookRocks/ https://www.instagram.com/thehookrocks/ https://twitter.com/TheHookRocks Pantheon Podcasts http://pantheonpodcasts.com/ https://www.facebook.com/PantheonPodcasts https://www.instagram.com/pantheonpods/ https://twitter.com/pantheonpods
44 min
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Michael Starr of Steel Panther Is On The Prowl
Set to begin the continuation of their "On The Prowl" tour lead vocalist of Steel Panther Michael Starr sits down with The Hook Rocks to discuss the essence of the band & how it celebrates the music of an important era in rock music. Michael reflects on the bands history & when he knew the their audience was about to explode. Please enjoy the episode! Steel Panther https://steelpanther.com/ https://www.facebook.com/steelpanther https://www.instagram.com/steelpanther https://twitter.com/Steel_Panther The Hook Rocks https://www.facebook.com/TheHookRocks/ https://www.instagram.com/thehookrocks/ https://twitter.com/TheHookRocks Pantheon Podcasts http://pantheonpodcasts.com/ https://www.facebook.com/PantheonPodcasts https://www.instagram.com/pantheonpods/ https://twitter.com/pantheonpods
26 min
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Ray West Feels The Need For SupaFly
Ray West has never been able to shed the rock 'n' roll' life. From his days in Spread Eagle to his latest project SupaFly he has always felt the need to create. He speaks with The Hook Rocks about his latest project on an all new episode. Please enjoy the episode! Ray West https://www.facebook.com/raywestfanpage https://www.instagram.com/raywestvocals/ https://twitter.com/RayWest6 The Hook Rocks https://www.facebook.com/TheHookRocks/ https://www.instagram.com/thehookrocks/ https://twitter.com/TheHookRocks Pantheon Podcasts http://pantheonpodcasts.com/ https://www.facebook.com/PantheonPodcasts https://www.instagram.com/pantheonpods/ https://twitter.com/pantheonpods
48 min
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Tyler Baker of Goodbye June & Joey Morrow of Ba...
The new Goodbye June album "Deep In The Trouble" will be out later this summer and The Hook Rocks shares a brief preview of the first single "The Hard Way" during this episode. We talk with both Tyler Baker of Goodbye June & Joey Morrow of Badflower about the bands new record as well as the upcoming Badflower release that is being recorded right now. They share stories about their friendship, what it took to get the new Goodbye June album made, the Nashville Community, & Joey playing bass on their upcoming tour. Please enjoy the episode! Goodbye June https://www.goodbyejune.com/ https://www.facebook.com/GoodbyeJune/ https://www.instagram.com/goodbyejune https://twitter.com/goodbyejune The Hook Rocks https://www.facebook.com/TheHookRocks/ https://www.instagram.com/thehookrocks/ https://twitter.com/TheHookRocks Pantheon Podcasts http://pantheonpodcasts.com/ https://www.facebook.com/PantheonPodcasts https://www.instagram.com/pantheonpods/ https://twitter.com/pantheonpods
59 min
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The Exies Scott Stevens Finds The Worth In Refl...
After the success of last years song "Spirits High", The Exies frontman Scott Stevens found himself reflecting on his life which provided a path to the bands new song "For What It's Worth". He shares his journey that helped him move forward on the latest Hook Rocks. Please enjoy the episode! The Exies https://theexies.net https://www.facebook.com/TheExiesOfficial https://www.instagram.com/exiesscott/ https://twitter.com/Exiesofficial The Hook Rocks https://www.facebook.com/TheHookRocks/ https://www.instagram.com/thehookrocks/ https://twitter.com/TheHookRocks Pantheon Podcasts http://pantheonpodcasts.com/ https://www.facebook.com/PantheonPodcasts https://www.instagram.com/pantheonpods/ https://twitter.com/pantheonpods
68 min
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Dee Snider Celebrates 40 Years of Stay Hungry!
The album gave a voice to every kid across the globe as it put the listener in the songs. It is legendary and iconic. Lead singer Dee Snider of Twisted Sister discusses the album "Stay Hungry" with The Hook Rocks and what lead up to its success on its 40th anniversary. Please enjoy the conversation! Dee Snider https://deesnider.com/ https://www.facebook.com/facedeesnider/ https://www.instagram.com/deesnider https://twitter.com/deesnider http://www.twistedsister.com/ The Hook Rocks https://www.facebook.com/TheHookRocks/ https://www.instagram.com/thehookrocks/ https://twitter.com/TheHookRocks Pantheon Podcasts http://pantheonpodcasts.com/ https://www.facebook.com/PantheonPodcasts https://www.instagram.com/pantheonpods/ https://twitter.com/pantheonpods
73 min
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Our Top Ten Albums From January Through March 2...
We are back with our quarterly segment on the top albums from January through March 2024! Chris Corradetti and The Hook Rocks break down all the great music that has been released in the first quarter of 2024 and choose our favorites! The year starts off strong with a great selection of rock music. We also included several of our Twitter followers and their selections. It was fun but difficult with a few tough choices. Please enjoy the episode! The Hook Rocks https://www.facebook.com/TheHookRocks/ https://www.instagram.com/thehookrocks/ https://twitter.com/TheHookRocks Chris Corradetti https://twitter.com/CO_Mountaineer Pantheon Podcasts http://pantheonpodcasts.com/ https://www.facebook.com/PantheonPodcasts https://www.instagram.com/pantheonpods/ https://twitter.com/pantheonpods
110 min
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Marco Mendoza Is On A New Direction
Bassist Marco Mendoza is the latest guest on The Hook Rocks Podcast. We discuss his incredible career and the amazing musicians he has worked with including his fondness for The Dead Daisies. Marco also talks about his own music with his recent album "New Direction" & the influences that helped create the music. Please enjoy the episode! Marco Mendoza https://www.marcomendoza.com/ https://www.facebook.com/marcomendozaofficial/ https://www.instagram.com/marcomendozaofficial/ https://twitter.com/CasaMendoza2012 The Hook Rocks https://www.facebook.com/TheHookRocks/ https://www.instagram.com/thehookrocks/ https://twitter.com/TheHookRocks Pantheon Podcasts http://pantheonpodcasts.com/ https://www.facebook.com/PantheonPodcasts https://www.instagram.com/pantheonpods/ https://twitter.com/pantheonpods
70 min
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New Music Spotlight: Pete Dankelson Lives It Up...
Guitar phenom Pete Dankelson returns to The Hook Rocks with the gift of new music. His band Pete's Diary is set to release their new single "Gotta Let You Go" this Friday from their debut full length album "Keep On Rockin", out this June. Pete talks how the band took a big step forward in songwriting while working with acclaimed producer & ex-Buckcherry guitarist Keith Nelson. He also speaks about his friendship with LA. Guns guitar player Tracii Guns. Please enjoy the conversation! Pete's Diary https://www.petesdiary.com/ https://www.facebook.com/PetesDiary/ https://www.instagram.com/petes.diary/ https://twitter.com/Petes_Diary The Hook Rocks https://www.facebook.com/TheHookRocks/ https://www.instagram.com/thehookrocks/ https://twitter.com/TheHookRocks Pantheon Podcasts http://pantheonpodcasts.com/ https://www.facebook.com/PantheonPodcasts https://www.instagram.com/pantheonpods/ https://twitter.com/pantheonpods
55 min
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Rebecca Potzner of Banded PR
With one of the best online publications supporting new music founder of Banded PR Rebecca Potzner advocates for new rock music through her passion for the genre. She returns to the Hook Rocks to discuss where things are in new rock as well as the challenges, observations, why it's so important to support your local original music scene. Please enjoy the conversation! Rebecca Potzner https://www.bandedpr.com/ https://www.facebook.com/bandedpr https://www.instagram.com/bandedpr https://twitter.com/bandedpr The Hook Rocks https://www.facebook.com/TheHookRocks/ https://www.instagram.com/thehookrocks/ https://twitter.com/TheHookRocks Pantheon Podcasts http://pantheonpodcasts.com/ https://www.facebook.com/PantheonPodcasts https://www.instagram.com/pantheonpods/ https://twitter.com/pantheonpods
57 min
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New Music Spotlight: The Georgia Thunderbolts
With two new singles and a new album on the way The Georgia Thunderbolts are ready to rock once again. Joined by both vocalist Tj Lyle & guitarist Riley Couzzourt they chat with The Hook Rocks about songwriting, making music, & how they have found their sound. Please enjoy the conversation! The Georgia Thunderbolts https://www.georgiathunderbolts.com/ https://www.facebook.com/GAThunderbolts https://www.instagram.com/gathunderbolts/ https://twitter.com/GAThunderbolts The Hook Rocks https://www.facebook.com/TheHookRocks/ https://www.instagram.com/thehookrocks/ https://twitter.com/TheHookRocks Pantheon Podcasts http://pantheonpodcasts.com/ https://www.facebook.com/PantheonPodcasts https://www.instagram.com/pantheonpods/ https://twitter.com/pantheonpods
57 min
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Living Colour's Corey Glover Shares His Creativ...
Singer Corey Glover speaks with The Hook Rocks about his latest project Sonic Universe & their album "It Is What It Is". He goes in depth about his creative process and shares what the mindset he needs in order to reach an authentic sense in his music. It is a conversation like nothing we've had before. Please enjoy the episode! Corey Glover & Sonic Universe https://sonicuniverseofficial.com/ https://www.facebook.com/sonicuniversemusic https://www.instagram.com/sonicuniversemusic https://www.facebook.com/coreyglovermusic https://www.instagram.com/coreyglover/ https://twitter.com/revdaddylove The Hook Rocks https://www.facebook.com/TheHookRocks/ https://www.instagram.com/thehookrocks/ https://twitter.com/TheHookRocks Pantheon Podcasts http://pantheonpodcasts.com/ https://www.facebook.com/PantheonPodcasts https://www.instagram.com/pantheonpods/ https://twitter.com/pantheonpods
47 min
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Johanna Sadonis of Lucifer
With the release of their fifth album "V" earlier this year the band Lucifer continues to captivate audiences worldwide. Lead singer Johanna Sadonis sits down with The Hook Rocks to talk their recent tour of the US, the new record, & the impact religion had on her upbringing. Please enjoy the conversation! Lucifer https://www.facebook.com/luciferofficial/ https://www.instagram.com/lucifertheband/ https://twitter.com/lucifertheband https://linktr.ee/LuciferTheBand The Hook Rocks https://www.facebook.com/TheHookRocks/ https://www.instagram.com/thehookrocks/ https://twitter.com/TheHookRocks Pantheon Podcasts http://pantheonpodcasts.com/ https://www.facebook.com/PantheonPodcasts https://www.instagram.com/pantheonpods/ https://twitter.com/pantheonpods
50 min
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The Forgotten Hard Rock Records (1980 - 1990)
Some of the most recognizable rock albums were released from 1980 to 1990. However, this episode is about the albums that should've been huge. The music most casual rock fans have dismissed or simply forgotten. We choose our ten with Chris Preston from My Rock 'n' Roll Heaven Please enjoy the episode! Chris Preston https://twitter.com/RockTheseTweets https://www.instagram.com/myrockandrollheaven The Hook Rocks https://www.facebook.com/TheHookRocks/ https://www.instagram.com/thehookrocks/ https://twitter.com/TheHookRocks Pantheon Podcasts http://pantheonpodcasts.com/ https://www.facebook.com/PantheonPodcasts https://www.instagram.com/pantheonpods/ https://twitter.com/pantheonpods
118 min
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Orianthi Returns To The Blues
The Hook Rocks welcomes the return of Orianthi on an all new episode. The singer/guitarist talks the return to her blues roots on the latest single "First Time Blues" featuring Joe Bonamassa. We also discuss her view on the music industry and what the true realities are for many artists. Please enjoy the episode! Orianthi https://www.orianthi.me/ https://www.facebook.com/Orianthi/ https://www.instagram.com/iamorianthi https://twitter.com/orianthi The Hook Rocks https://www.facebook.com/TheHookRocks/ https://www.instagram.com/thehookrocks/ https://twitter.com/TheHookRocks Pantheon Podcasts http://pantheonpodcasts.com/ https://www.facebook.com/PantheonPodcasts https://www.instagram.com/pantheonpods/ https://twitter.com/pantheonpods
39 min
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New Music Spotlight: Chicago's Very Own Primal ...
The Hook Rocks welcomes Chicago blues based rock band Primal Moon on the latest New Music Spotlight. The boys talk the realities of being an original rock band trying to make a name in the sea of cover bands. The conversation then turns to their 2023 album "Ain't Gonna Change". We learn about the bands music & how they found their sound. Please enjoy the episode! Primal Moon https://www.primalmoonband.com/ https://www.facebook.com/primalmoonband/ https://www.instagram.com/primalmoonband https://twitter.com/primalmoonband The Hook Rocks https://www.facebook.com/TheHookRocks/ https://www.instagram.com/thehookrocks/ https://twitter.com/TheHookRocks Pantheon Podcasts http://pantheonpodcasts.com/ https://www.facebook.com/PantheonPodcasts https://www.instagram.com/pantheonpods/ https://twitter.com/pantheonpods
65 min
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Live Album Review: ACDC "If You Want Blood You'...
The Hook Rocks quarterly Live Album Review series continues with a discussion about the legendary ACDC live album "If You Want Blood You've Got It". Joined once again by Twitter follower & Super Fan 'Rob in The Hood' we reflect on its raw, authentic vibe, and energy. This iconic live album is the definition of attitude. Please enjoy the episode! Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network ACDC https://www.acdc.com/tour/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/If_You_Want_Blood_You%27ve_Got_It Rob In The Hood https://twitter.com/TheRecidivists Dean Clark https://twitter.com/RealClark11 The Hook Rocks https://www.facebook.com/TheHookRocks/ https://www.instagram.com/thehookrocks/ https://twitter.com/TheHookRocks Pantheon Podcasts http://pantheonpodcasts.com/ https://www.facebook.com/PantheonPodcasts https://www.instagram.com/pantheonpods/ https://twitter.com/pantheonpods
63 min
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Vinny Appice Reflects on Dio, Black Sabbath, & ...
The iconic drummer Vinny Appice has seen it all & played with some of the most prominent musicians in rock history. He shares incredible stories with The Hook Rocks about Dio, Black Sabbath, John Lennon, as sell as reflects on the album "The Last In Line" on its 40th anniversary. Please enjoy the episode! Vinny Appice https://www.vinnyappice.com/ https://www.facebook.com/vappice1 https://twitter.com/vinnyappice1 https://www.instagram.com/vinnyappiceofficial/ The Hook Rocks https://www.facebook.com/TheHookRocks/ https://www.instagram.com/thehookrocks/ https://twitter.com/TheHookRocks Pantheon Podcasts http://pantheonpodcasts.com/ https://www.facebook.com/PantheonPodcasts https://www.instagram.com/pantheonpods/ https://twitter.com/pantheonpods
51 min
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New Music Spotlight: Interview With Casandra Ca...
The band Paralandra is about to release their new album "The Body Electric" on April 4th and lead singer/guitarist Casandra Carson stops by The Hook Rocks to talk the journey into rock'n'roll. We learn what started it all and her evolution as an artist while connecting with her father, who is also the lead guitarist of the band. Please enjoy the episode! Paralandra https://paralandrarocks.com/ https://www.facebook.com/Paralandra/ https://www.instagram.com/paralandra/ https://twitter.com/paralandra_rock The Hook Rocks https://www.facebook.com/TheHookRocks/ https://www.instagram.com/thehookrocks/ https://twitter.com/TheHookRocks Pantheon Podcasts http://pantheonpodcasts.com/ https://www.facebook.com/PantheonPodcasts https://www.instagram.com/pantheonpods/ https://twitter.com/pantheonpods
48 min
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Rik Emmett Reflects On His Music
Legendary frontman & former Triumph singer/guitarist Rik Emmet joins The Hook Rocks for a conversation about his new compilation "Diamonds", which focuses on the early part of his solo career. We discuss his music, his life, & and whether or not he regrets leaving the legendary band. Please enjoy the episode! Rik Emmett https://www.rikemmett.com/ https://www.facebook.com/rikemmettnetwork/ https://www.instagram.com/rikemmett https://twitter.com/rikemmett https://www.dekoentertainment.com/rik-emmett The Hook Rocks https://www.facebook.com/TheHookRocks/ https://www.instagram.com/thehookrocks/ https://twitter.com/TheHookRocks Pantheon Podcasts http://pantheonpodcasts.com/ https://www.facebook.com/PantheonPodcasts https://www.instagram.com/pantheonpods/ https://twitter.com/pantheonpods
32 min
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New Music Spotlight: Jeff Fabb Prepares to See ...
Current Black Label Society & former In This Moment drummer Jeff Fabb is ready to release his latest single "See No Evil" this Friday. He chats with The Hook Rocks about his path to going solo and creating his own music as a multi-instrumentalist. Please enjoy the episode! Jeff Fabb https://www.youtube.com/@jefffabb https://www.facebook.com/profile.php https://www.instagram.com/jefffabb/ https://twitter.com/JFabb The Hook Rocks https://www.facebook.com/TheHookRocks/ https://www.instagram.com/thehookrocks/ https://twitter.com/TheHookRocks Pantheon Podcasts http://pantheonpodcasts.com/ https://www.facebook.com/PantheonPodcasts https://www.instagram.com/pantheonpods/ https://twitter.com/pantheonpods
48 min
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The Perseverance of Hannah Wicklund
It's been a long & winding road for singer/songwriter Hannah Wiclund since she recorded her album "The Prize" a few years ago. The album is out but the struggle to release her music still sits with her. She speaks with The Hook Rocks about her determination and belief in her music that propelled this masterpiece to finally be heard. Please enjoy the episode! Hannah Wicklund https://www.hannahwicklund.com/ https://www.facebook.com/hannahwicklundss https://www.instagram.com/hannahwicklund https://twitter.com/hannahwicklund The Hook Rocks https://www.facebook.com/TheHookRocks/ https://www.instagram.com/thehookrocks/ https://twitter.com/TheHookRocks Pantheon Podcasts http://pantheonpodcasts.com/ https://www.facebook.com/PantheonPodcasts https://www.instagram.com/pantheonpods/ https://twitter.com/pantheonpods
59 min
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George Lynch Talks The End Machine & The Future!
The new album 'The Quantum Phase" by The End Machine is set for release next Friday, March 8th. Legendary guitarist George Lynch returns to The Hook Rocks and shares his thoughts on the album, touring, & the recent comments made by his former Dokken bandmate Don Dokken. Please enjoy the episode! George Lynch https://www.georgelynch.com/ https://www.facebook.com/georgelynchfanpage https://www.instagram.com/georgelynchofficial The Hook Rocks https://www.facebook.com/TheHookRocks/ https://www.instagram.com/thehookrocks/ https://twitter.com/TheHookRocks Pantheon Podcasts http://pantheonpodcasts.com/ https://www.facebook.com/PantheonPodcasts https://www.instagram.com/pantheonpods/ https://twitter.com/pantheonpods
86 min
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Matt "Catt" Curtis of Blacktop Mojo Is Excited ...
Blacktop Mojo bassist Matt "Catt" Curtis checks in with The Hook Rocks about the bands new album "Pollen" out this coming April. Matt discusses the bands evolution and their move to a more Southern Rock/Americana sound as evident in the latest single "As The Light Fades", being released on Friday. Please enjoy the episode! Blacktop Mojo https://blacktopmojo.com/ https://www.facebook.com/BlacktopMojo https://www.instagram.com/blacktopmojo/ https://twitter.com/BlacktopMojo The Hook Rocks https://www.facebook.com/TheHookRocks/ https://www.instagram.com/thehookrocks/ https://twitter.com/TheHookRocks Pantheon Podcasts http://pantheonpodcasts.com/ https://www.facebook.com/PantheonPodcasts https://www.instagram.com/pantheonpods/ https://twitter.com/pantheonpods
47 min