It was a great busy day in the RRR studio talking to some music icons! British guitarist/singer/songwriter Brinsley Schwarz discussed his great new solo album Shoutng At The Moon! Iconic Folk Music singer/songwiters John McCutcheon & Tom Paxton dicuss their latest em collaboration, Together Again!

In this episode, we talk with veteran heavy metal vocalist Rick Hughes (Sword,Saints and Sinners) to dive into his latest album, Redemption that features an all-star lineup—including Brad Gillis, Rudy Sarzo, Tommy Aldridge, Robbie Krieger, and more! Link - retrorockroundup.com/interview-wi...

New Episode this Tuesday! Legendary Canadian heavy metal vocalist Rick Hughes (Sword, Saints & Sinners) joins us to talk about his excellent new solo album, Redemption, that features an all-star cast including Brad Gillis, Rudy Sarzo, Tommy Alridge, Robby Krieger and more!

In this New Music Friday episode, we’re excited to speak with 12-year-old singer/songwriter Holden Garcia, who has just released his debut album, Tainted Tapes. We discuss his start in music, explore the making of the album, and his Record Release Party! Link - podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/n...

Very excited to announce we have just locked in an interview next week with legendary British Rocker, Brinsley Schwarz!! His latest album Shouting At The Moon is so excellent!

This week, we sit down with Michael Gaiman and Pete Lavezzoli, the organizers of All You Need Is George—an all-star celebration honoring the music of George Harrison. We dive into the origins of this tribute, and their current tour kicking off this month. Link - podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a...

New Episode Drops Tuesday! This week we speak with Michael Gaiman and Pete Lavezzoli, organizers and producers of All You Need Is George, a celebration of the music of George Harrison featuring a stacked lineup of top musicians!

I had a great New Music Friday interview with 12 year old, singer/songwriter Holden Garcia who is releasing his 1st album with 14 original songs, Tainted Tapes. We dove into the new album and talked about his upcoming Record Release Party on February 28th at Black Dog Vinyl in Plainfield, IL.

Bonus Episode Thursday! This hot Canadian band Deraps is bringing back Van Halen inspired rock with a great new album Viva Rock N' Roll! Check out my interview with frontman, Jacob Deraps! podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/r...

I had a great talk tonight with Michael Gaiman and Pete Lavezzoli from All You Need Is George, a star studded experience celebrating the music of George Harrison!

We’re excited to welcome back friend of the podcast and Electric Talon Records artist, Wax Mekanix! In this episode, we dive into the great new music he’s released over the past year and take a closer look at his latest single, “Naked.” Link - podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/i...

It was great talking tonight to Anthony and Travis from the rockin' band from Chicago, Sounds Of The Good Life about their latest songs. This New Music Friday episode drops in a couple weeks, but until then check out their great new single 2+2! youtu.be/g6Dnd-yFMaI?...

Weekend Flash Episode!!! Just dropped! Mike's review of the Ronnie Montrose Remembered Concert he attended a few weeks ago in Anaheim! podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/r...

New Episode drops Tuesday! Our good friend and Electric Talon Records recording artist, Wax Mekanix, joins Jeremy and Mike to discuss the great new songs he's been released in the last year, including his brand new single, Naked!

Spinning 2 great albums from legendary 70's R & B groups, The O'Jays and The Spinners! #BlackHistoryMonth

Support Live Music 2026 Concert #8 takes me to Fitzgerald's in Berwyn, IL for friend of Retro Rock Roundup, Andon Davis' Record Release Party! Gonna be a great show!

I had a great interview with Bruce of Bruce Wojick & The Struggle. This Buffalo, NY based rock band has just released a killer new album, The Hard Way. Check out the link to the title track below! youtu.be/QN9ZcJVfWTE?...

This week we sit down with veteran guitarist and singer/songwriter Andon Davis to talk about his musical journey, the bands he’s been part of, including The Riptones and The Real Pretenders and his new solo album, and his upcoming record release party. Link - podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t...

New Episode drops Tuesday! In this Chicago Scene episode, we talk with veteran guitarist, singer/songwriter Andon Davis. We deep dive into his amazing new solo album, Apple Cart and discuss his upcoming Record Release Party.

Retro Rock Roundup Unboxing Video of the soon to be released Motorbooks book, Rush & 2112 50 Years written by one of my favorite authors Daniel Bukszpan! Thanks to Motorbooks for the advanced copy!

This week we sit down with Brian Greenway guitarist and vocalist for the legendary Canadian rock band April Wine. We dive into the band’s rich musical legacy, the songs that defined a generation, and their exciting upcoming Canada & U.S. tour with Triumph. Link - podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/i...

Here are some photos I took from the amazing Ronnie Montrose Remebered Tribute concert in Anaheim last night! Organized and led by friend of the podcast Keith St. John, it was a great overview of Ronnie’s amazing career. Guests included Billy Sheehan, Doug Aldridge, Dave Amato, Reb Beach and more!

New Episode drops Tuesday! This week we welcome Brian Greenway, guitarist and vocalist with April Wine since 1977. We discuss their musical legacy and their upcoming U.S. and Canada tour with Triumph

Friends of Retro Rock Roundup American Vanity (formerly Burn The Jukebox) just released their first original music single today and it’s a banger! These 19 year-old kids have got a bright future! youtu.be/cvbpxFJZGrU

Our good friend Wax Mekanix just dropped his first single of 2026, Naked, and after being in the music world since the 80’s he keeps making great cutting edge music! Check out Naked! youtu.be/iDkN_rOwGZ8?...

Retro Rock Roundup ticket winners getting to sail our Yacht and see The Docksiders at The Arcada Theatre in St.Charles, IL! Thanks to Onesti Entertainment for the tickets!

Electric Talon Records recording artist Wax Mekanix was one of our early guests during the first year of our podcast. He’s become a great friend Jeremy and I were so excited to have him back on again tonight to talk about his new songs and his soon to be released new single, Naked.

It’s New Episode Tuesday! New Series Kickoff! Why wasn’t The Doctor the right “Rx” for Cheap Trick in 1986?? In our new “Much Maligned Albums”series, Jeremy and Mike try to find the answer as we deep dive into Cheap Trick’s 1986 album, The Doctor! podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/r...

When a guest starts air-drumming to our theme song you know it’s gonna be a great interview! I had a great time talking with Brian Greenway, gutarist and vocalist of April Wine since 1977. April Wine is gearing up for their spring and summer tour as special guest for Triumph!

Happy 77th Birthday former Rolling Stones guitarist, Mick Taylor! This was your swan song album with the Stones and your presence is felt on every song!

Retro Rock Roundup ticket winners ready to see Deacon Blues at The Des Plaines Theatre! Thanks to Onesti Entertainment for the tickets!

New Episode and New Series Kickoff drops Tuesday! Why wasn’t The Doctor the right “Rx” for Cheap Trick in 1986?? In our new “Much Maligned Albums”series, Jeremy and I try to find the answer as we deep dive into Cheap Trick’s 1986 album, The Doctor!

We’re honored to be joined by legendary vocalist Keith St. John, known for his work with Montrose and Kingdom Come. Keith joins us to discuss Ronnie Montrose Remembered – NAMM JAMM 2026, the 10th Anniversary Show on January 24th in Anaheim, California. Link - podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/b...

Very excited to announce that I will be attending and covering Ronnie Montrose Remembered, Namm Jamm 2026 for Retro Rock Roundup on January 24th in Anaheim, California

Patreon Giveaway Alert! I hope you are all enjoying our interview with Singer/Songwriter Robert Laroche! We are giving away 2 CD copies of his great new solo album, Sacred Vow, to 2 of our Patreon Subscribers! To be eligible for a great prizes like this go to- Patreon.com/retrorockroundup

Great time today talking rock and roll with veteran singer Rick Hughes (Sword, Saints and Sinners). His powerful new solo album features a great cover of The Who’s Real Me with a reunion of Brad Gillis, Rudy Sarzo and Tommy Aldridge from Ozzy’s “Speak Of The Devil” band! youtu.be/GIKd_empXj8?...

In this week’s episode, we welcome back singer/songwriter Robert La Roche, an Omad Records recording artist, to discuss his excellent new solo album, Sacred Vow. Robert shares insights into the making of the record and his creative process. Link - podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/r...

I talked last night with vocalist Keith St. John, vocalist with Montrose, Kingdom Come, and many more. He was in the studio to talk about a great upcoming show he is producing, Ronnie Montrose Remembered, January 24th in Anaheim, CA! Ticket information link below! www.ronniemontroseremembered.com

New Episode drops Tuesday! Omad Records recording artist returns to discuss his excellent new solo album Sacred Vow!

I had a great “Chicago Scene” interview today with singer/songwriter and guitarist Andon Davis. Andon has played for decades with amazing bands in the Chicago. We discussed his great new solo album and his upcoming Record Release Party on Feb. 5th at Fitzgerald’s in Berwyn, IL

Happy Heavenly 91st Birthday to Elvis!

Though he had some rough albums in the middle 80s, he started off the 80s with a bang and it ended the decade with another classic. Celebrating the early and late 80s Paul this morning.

Great interview today with Jacob Deraps of Deraps, a great band that is brings back the hard rock you grew up in the late 70s and early 80s. Their new album Viva Rock N Roll is taking the world by storm is the #1 hard rock album in Japan. Check out Last Fall from that album! youtu.be/z6UJFDWLOK0?...

We welcome back John Brodeur aka Bird Streets for a great talk about his excellent new album, The Escape Artist. John shares insights into the creative process, the themes behind the record, and what inspired this latest chapter of his musical journey. Link - podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/i...

First Episode of 2026 drops this Tuesday! Singer/Songwriter @birdstreets.bsky.social returns to the Retro Rock Studio to discuss his great new album, The Escape Artist!

Sometimes rock bands release an album that is timeless and sells millions of copies. Sometimes they release albums that don’t. We discuss an album that meets the latter category. Was it timing,songwriting, production, or all of the above? What album is it?? Find out soon on Retro Rock Roundup!

We dive into the bands touring in 2026 and tackle a hot debate: are these acts “cover bands” when only a few of the original members are still involved? We break down which bands we believe are honoring the music the right way and keeping rock alive! Link - podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/r...

Picked this up recently. I’ve always admired his work with the Rolling Stones and The Who among others. His solo album is really pretty good and as always amazing piano work. He was inducted posthumously into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame this year.

New Episode drops Tuesday! There are 4 great classic rock bands hitting the road in 2026. Are these “cover bands” because they only have one or two or none of the original members? We discuss why we feel they are not. We also discuss one band that shouldn’t be performing today.

It’s a Christmas miracle! This wonderful album from singer/songwriter @birdstreets.bsky.social show up at my door on Christmas Eve!