The 2022 Hook Rocks Best Album Bracket Challenge has a winner and its Mac B from The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock Podcast. Check out this great conversation on the albums selected for the bracket challenge, how we both connect to music, and are The Beatles really overrated...plus much more! Please enjoy this episode! Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network http://pantheonpodcasts.com https://twitter.com/pantheonpods https://www.facebook.com/PantheonPodcasts The UAWIL Podcast Apple Podcast- https://apple.co/3iUHGag https://twitter.com/ugly_werewolf The Hook Rocks https://twitter.com/TheHookRocks https://www.facebook.com/TheHookRocks https://www.instagram.com/thehookrocks/

With his untimely and sudden passing this past Friday, Taylor Hawkins death has left a hole in the hearts of Foo Fighters fans across the globe. The Hook Rocks welcomes his son Chris from @TheYouthRocks to talk his legacy, his spirit, and what he meant to fans everywhere. #TaylorHawkins #TaylorHawkinsRIP Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network

With their debut full length album "Reeling" released this past winter The Mysterines are poised to have a big 2022. The upcoming US tour dates along with a few festival dates give them reason for excitement. Lead singer Lia Metcalfe visits The Hook Rocks Podcast once again to talk the new album and her evolution as an artist. Lia gives her thoughts on her creativity and how she connects more with their music now than ever before. Please enjoy the episode. Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network http://pantheonpodcasts.com https://twitter.com/pantheonpods https://www.facebook.com/PantheonPodcasts The Mysterines https://www.themysterines.com https://www.instagram.com/themysterines/ https://twitter.com/TheMysterines https://www.facebook.com/TheMysterines/ The Hook Rocks https://twitter.com/TheHookRocks https://www.facebook.com/TheHookRocks https://www.instagram.com/thehookrocks/

King's X guitarist Ty Tabor joins The Hook Rocks Podcast to talk his new solo album "Shades", his 11th solo release. Ty reflects on the nature of the music and the inspiration behind the lyrics in what he regards as his most personal album. The music is connecting with fans from all over due to the journey of emotion and texture he's connected with. Please enjoy the episode. Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network http://pantheonpodcasts.com https://twitter.com/pantheonpods https://www.facebook.com/PantheonPodcasts Ty Tabor http://www.tytabor.com https://www.facebook.com/TyTaborFanPage https://twitter.com/tytabor https://www.instagram.com/tytabor/ The Hook Rocks https://twitter.com/TheHookRocks https://www.facebook.com/TheHookRocks https://www.instagram.com/thehookrocks/

The Hook Rocks Reviews the Mammoth WVH show at The House of Blues in Chicago on 3/16/2022 Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network! http://pantheonpodcasts.com https://www.facebook.com/PantheonPodcasts https://twitter.com/pantheonpods Mammoth WVH https://www.mammothwvh.com https://www.facebook.com/MammothWVH https://www.instagram.com/mammothwvh/ https://twitter.com/MammothWVH The Hook Rocks https://www.facebook.com/TheHookRocks https://twitter.com/TheHookRocks https://www.instagram.com/thehookrocks/

The Hook Rocks Reviews the Dirty Honey show at The House of Blues in Chicago on 3/16/2022 Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network! http://pantheonpodcasts.com https://www.facebook.com/PantheonPodcasts https://twitter.com/pantheonpods Dirty Honey https://www.dirtyhoney.com https://www.facebook.com/DirtyHoneyMusic/ https://www.instagram.com/dirtyhoneyband/ https://twitter.com/dirtyhoneyband The Hook Rocks https://www.facebook.com/TheHookRocks https://twitter.com/TheHookRocks https://www.instagram.com/thehookrocks/

Singer & Drummer Gil Moore from the legendary band Triumph joins The Hook Rocks to talk the bands documentary "Rock 'n' Roll Machine" from Banger Films. Gil talks what it was like reflecting on the bands incredible career, allowing someone else to tell their story, and what it means for their legacy. Please enjoy the episode! Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network http://pantheonpodcasts.com https://twitter.com/pantheonpods https://www.facebook.com/PantheonPodcasts Triumph https://www.triumphmusic.com https://www.facebook.com/TriumphTheBand/ https://twitter.com/triumphtheband https://www.instagram.com/triumphtheband/ The Hook Rocks https://twitter.com/TheHookRocks https://www.facebook.com/TheHookRocks https://www.instagram.com/thehookrocks/

The Jacksonville based band Fortune Child is quickly making a name for themselves with a heavy blues influence, a sense of raw power, and a take no prisoners approach . Drummer Melanie Jo & Guitarist Buddy Crump are the latest guest on The Hook Rocks New Music Spotlight talking the origins of the band and being part of the new wave of rock. A definite bright future is ahead for this band! Please enjoy the episode. Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network http://pantheonpodcasts.com https://twitter.com/pantheonpods https://www.facebook.com/PantheonPodcasts Fortune Child https://fortunechildmusic.com https://www.facebook.com/fortunechildmusic https://twitter.com/fortunechild_ https://www.instagram.com/fortunechildmusic/ The Hook Rocks https://twitter.com/TheHookRocks https://www.facebook.com/TheHookRocks https://www.instagram.com/thehookrocks/

Having released one of the best albums in 2021 with the album "9" Takeaway Thieves is ready to move forward and play in front of live audiences once again. Guitarists Neil Hunter & Ben Gibson, along with lead singer Peter McGloughlin sit in with The Hook Rocks to talk the coming year, the new album, and how the age of the rock audiences are changing. Please enjoy the episode! Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network http://pantheonpodcasts.com https://www.facebook.com/PantheonPodcasts https://twitter.com/pantheonpods Takeaway Thieves https://www.takeawaythieves.com https://www.facebook.com/takeawaythieves https://www.instagram.com/takeawaythieves/ https://twitter.com/takeawaythieves The Hook Rocks https://twitter.com/TheHookRocks https://www.facebook.com/TheHookRocks https://www.instagram.com/thehookrocks/

We continue to keep rolling with our 350th episode with one of our favorite guest Ace Von Johnson. We discuss the new LA Guns album "Checkered Past" as well as his move to Nashville from Los Angeles and much more including, our thoughts and experiences with rescue dogs. It's always a great conversation with Ace! Please enjoy the episode! Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network http://pantheonpodcasts.com https://twitter.com/pantheonpods https://www.facebook.com/PantheonPodcasts Ace Von Johnson http://www.acevonjohnson.com/site/ https://twitter.com/acevonjohnson https://www.instagram.com/acevonjohnson/ https://neoncoven.bandcamp.com https://www.lagunsmusic.com https://standupforpits.us https://www.pitbullinfo.org The Hook Rocks https://twitter.com/TheHookRocks https://www.facebook.com/TheHookRocks https://www.instagram.com/thehookrocks/

With a new album released earlier this year Girish & The Chronicles is ready to get back to performing like so many artists and bands. The album "Hail To The Heroes" is the bands third studio album and it's filled with strong melodies and hooks rock fans will devour. Lead singer Girish Pradhan joins The Hook Rocks to talk the album and it's recording process. Please enjoy the episode! Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network http://pantheonpodcasts.com https://twitter.com/pantheonpods https://www.facebook.com/PantheonPodcasts Girish & The Chronicles https://www.girishandthechronicles.com https://www.facebook.com/girishandthechronicles https://twitter.com/gatcofficial The Hook Rocks https://twitter.com/TheHookRocks https://www.instagram.com/thehookrocks/ https://www.facebook.com/TheHookRocks

The Hook Rocks reviews the recent Dropkick Murphys show in Chicago at Radius on February 26th. Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network! http://pantheonpodcasts.com https://www.facebook.com/PantheonPodcasts https://twitter.com/pantheonpods Dropkick Murphys https://dropkickmurphys.com https://www.facebook.com/DropkickMurphys https://www.instagram.com/dropkickmurphys/ https://twitter.com/DropkickMurphys The Hook Rocks https://www.facebook.com/TheHookRocks https://twitter.com/TheHookRocks https://www.instagram.com/thehookrocks/

How important is a record deal and will that record deal allow you the freedom you need to be successful in today's modern rock world? Publicist Jaide Alicia returns to The Hook Rocks to talk the decisions new bands have to make on recording contracts, management deals, merchandise and more. What happens behind the scenes and how to keep more of the revenue an artist or band brings in. Please enjoy the episode! Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network http://pantheonpodcasts.com https://www.facebook.com/PantheonPodcasts https://twitter.com/pantheonpods Jaide Alicia https://www.facebook.com/JaideAliciaMediaPR/ The Hook Rocks https://www.facebook.com/TheHookRocks https://twitter.com/TheHookRocks https://www.instagram.com/thehookrocks/

Based in Nashville, TN Naked Gypsy Queens are the latest great emerging rock band. They feature a heavy blues influence with incredible rock riffs. The sky is the limit for this new great rock act. Guitarist Cade Pickering joins The Hook Rocks to talk his influences, the bands debut EP, and their plans for the future. Please enjoy the episode! Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network http://pantheonpodcasts.com https://www.facebook.com/PantheonPodcasts https://twitter.com/pantheonpods Naked Gypsy Queens https://www.nakedgypsyqueens.com https://www.facebook.com/NakedGypsyQueens https://www.instagram.com/nakedgypsyqueens/ https://twitter.com/ngqband?lang=en The Hook Rocks https://twitter.com/TheHookRocks https://www.facebook.com/TheHookRocks https://www.instagram.com/thehookrocks/

Our resident audio expert Rob @SkylabTapes on Twitter returns to The Hook Rocks to talk physical media and where & what the future holds for vinyl, cassette, & CD's. Mostly designated as a piece of memorabilia or bought for the physical experience these three formats have a stranglehold on a small yet influencial piece of market share when it comes to how people buy music. We break down each format, why people still buy them, and what bands can do to capitalize of the physical format. Please enjoy the episode! Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network! http://pantheonpodcasts.com https://www.facebook.com/PantheonPodcasts https://twitter.com/pantheonpods The Hook Rocks https://twitter.com/TheHookRocks https://www.facebook.com/TheHookRocks https://www.instagram.com/thehookrocks/

On the third installment of The Hook Rocks Conversations & Collaborations we get another peek behind the curtain with John Drake from The Dust Coda & Josh Kennedy from The Black Moods. We talk "chasing" the record deal, the importance of a good management company, building a fan base, and much more. Please enjoy the conversation! Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network http://pantheonpodcasts.com https://www.facebook.com/PantheonPodcasts https://twitter.com/pantheonpods The Dust Coda http://thedustcoda.com https://www.facebook.com/TheDustCoda/ https://twitter.com/TheDustCoda https://www.instagram.com/thedustcoda The Black Moods https://theblackmoods.com https://www.facebook.com/TheBlackMoods/ https://www.instagram.com/theblackmoods/ https://twitter.com/TheBlackMoods The Hook Rocks https://twitter.com/TheHookRocks https://www.facebook.com/TheHookRocks https://www.instagram.com/thehookrocks/

Pete Dankelson returns to The Hook Rocks to talk his new book "How I Learned To Rock My Life: The Peter Dankelson Story", his new band PD3, and playing live with Buckcherry at last years Summerfest in Milwaukee. Always an inspiration, Pete shares his enthusiasm on being in the studio for the first time and reflects on the past year. Please enjoy the episode! Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network http://pantheonpodcasts.com https://www.facebook.com/PantheonPodcasts https://twitter.com/pantheonpods Pete Dankelson https://www.petesdiary.com/shop https://www.facebook.com/PetesDiary https://twitter.com/petes_diary https://www.instagram.com/Petes.Diary/

Canadian band Big Wreck is one of the most underrated & under appreciated bands in modern rock. With strong harmonies, diverse arrangements, and an insane guitar tone they continue to put out music that connects with your soul for the past decade & beyond. Lead singer & guitarist Ian Thornley speaks with The Hook Rocks in a wide-ranging interview about the bands new EP with more music coming in 2022, the importance of having chemistry with bandmates, and much more. Please enjoy the episode. Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network http://pantheonpodcasts.com https://www.facebook.com/PantheonPodcasts https://twitter.com/pantheonpods Big Wreck https://www.bigwreckmusic.com/index.html https://www.facebook.com/BigWreck https://twitter.com/bigwreckmusic https://www.instagram.com/bigwreckmusic/

The Hook Rocks welcomes lead singer Aaron Langford from Seven Year Witch. Formed in South Carolina, they're a band that combines several different influences from classic rock, grunge, and beyond. Aaron talks about his influences as well as being a classically trained opera singer, plus much more. You will also hear the craziest story on how the band decided on their name...or will you? Please enjoy the episode. Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network! http://pantheonpodcasts.com https://www.facebook.com/PantheonPodcasts https://twitter.com/pantheonpods Seven Year Witch https://www.sevenyearwitch.com https://www.facebook.com/sevenyearwitch/ https://www.instagram.com/sevenyearwitch/ https://twitter.com/sevenyearwitch

The wait is over! With the release of their latest single "Lone Riders" the band South of Eden is poised to release more music in 2022 than ever before. Lead singer Ehab Omran returns to The Hook Rocks to talk their new music, what happened with their record deal, and what they'll be up to in 2022. The excitement legions of rock fans have for this emerging band is off the charts. Please enjoy the episode! Part of the Pantheon Podcast Network! http://pantheonpodcasts.com https://www.facebook.com/PantheonPodcasts https://twitter.com/pantheonpods South of Eden https://www.southofedenband.com/ https://www.facebook.com/southofedenmusic https://www.instagram.com/southofedenband/ https://twitter.com/southofedenband

Goodbye June preview the long waited follow up to "Community Inn" on the latest Hook Rocks Podcast. In an exclusive discussion Brandon, Landon, & Tyler talk in depth about the songs from their upcoming album "See Where The Night Goes". The album offers an incredible journey and painted layers on a canvas with incredible songs and lyrical story telling that will have you visually embracing each song. Please enjoy the episode! Part of the Pantheon Podcast Network http://pantheonpodcasts.com https://www.facebook.com/PantheonPodcasts https://twitter.com/pantheonpods Goodbye June https://www.goodbyejune.com https://www.facebook.com/GoodbyeJune/ https://www.instagram.com/goodbyejune/ https://twitter.com/goodbyejune https://webstore.earache.com/A-Z/g/goodbye-june The Hook Rocks https://twitter.com/TheHookRocks https://www.facebook.com/TheHookRocks

Goldthread is a band that pulls you in with sweeping melodies and lyrics that are heartfelt and deeply honest. With their new EP "Dear Icarus" released last summer the band is looking forward to performing in front of audiences once again. Kaylene & Lauren engage The Hook Rocks in a conversation about their influences, songwriting approach, and much more. Please enjoy the episode! Part of The Pantheon Podcasts http://pantheonpodcasts.com https://twitter.com/pantheonpods https://www.facebook.com/PantheonPodcasts Goldthread https://www.facebook.com/goldthreadband/ https://www.instagram.com/goldthreadband/

Recorded at the Fillmore East in 1971, Humble Pie's "Rockin The Fillmore" is one of the best live albums ever recorded. The recording captures the captivating performance and the energy of the crowd like no other live album before it. It became the catalyst for the live album era of the '70s that brought the performance out of the clubs, theatre's, and arena's to the home stereo of the fan. Rob 'n' The Hood joins us once again to breakdown the album and reflect on it's greatness. Please enjoy the episode! Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network Humble Pie https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Humble_Pie Rob in the Hood https://twitter.com/TheRecidivists

With the new album "Not The End of The Road" in hand the German based Kissin Dynamite is ready to move forward. Lead singer Hannes Braun checks in with The Hook Rocks to discuss the new music and how he and the band overcame the challenges they faced over the past two years. The result is an incredible album full of hooks and big choruses. Please enjoy the episode! Part of The Pantheon Podcast Network http://pantheonpodcasts.com https://www.kissin-dynamite.de https://twitter.com/Kissindynamites https://www.facebook.com/Kissindynamiterocks

Guitarist Scott Gorham visits The Hook Rocks to talk the Phil Lynott documentary "Songs For While I'm Away" and his recent decision to leave Black Star Rider to focus on Thin Lizzy. Scott shares his reasons for stepping away while discussing plans for a Thin Lizzy tour and who will be included in the band. Please enjoy the episode! Thin Lizzy https://www.thinlizzyofficial.com/#/ https://twitter.com/thinlizzy_ https://www.instagram.com/thinlizzy/ https://www.facebook.com/ThinLizzyOfficial/ Pantheon Podcasts www.pantheonpodcast.com https://twitter.com/PantheonPods