Rock/Country star/talent agent/business-builder, Chad Bourquin and I first met last year when he brought A Flock of Seagulls into Kansas City for a gig. We hit it off right away, first because of his killer eyeglasses, then because of his dynamic personality. He’s been a successful artist using phenomenal business skills, and is determined to share those chops with other bands wanting to make more money. We’ll rap about the “Play Music Make More” program, his Dream Big Series podcast, juggling music with a (delightful) family, and how to not only survive in a tough industry, but to thrive!

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One of my first arch-rivals, Jim and I were 2 Montanans aiming for the stars. Before I actually knew him, I wanted to crush his spirit. Then Facebook brought us together, and he’s one of my favorite humans on the planet. Sigh… teenagers! Now Jim’s a reputed schoolteacher in the Midlands in the United Kingdom, active in his community and continues to inspire kids musically and intellectually. We’re gonna geek out about the old days, and you can come make fun of us if you’d like to.

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You loved him as the first-appearing MTV VJ in the 80s, you’ll love him even more now. I first got to work w/ Alan on the first 80s Cruise, and we’ve since gigged together from private gigs in The Hamptons to exotic 80s getaways with 80s In the Sand in The Dominican Republic. If you told a 14 year-old me that I’d be hanging out with MTV icons on the beaches 35 years later, I’d laugh you off the Island, but here we are! This guy exudes cool, sophistication and hilarity! Hang out with us live: right now!

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We just scratched the surface last week, and have so much to catch up on, like becoming a member of iconic 80s rock band “RATT”, recording with George Thorogood, and playing with Yngwie Malmsteen and Ted Nugent. Hang out with us on Thursday at 5pm Pacific, right here on my FB page! Or better yet, go to my All Access Live page, “like” it, and watch it there!

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My Canadian Brethren! The greatest Canadian soundman and Tour Manager, Johnny has worked with all of the greats in the Great White North. We’ve shared many remarkable experiences on- and off-stage together, and we plan to laugh about them with you!

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One-third of the most dangerous band I ever played with, Jim has all the makings of a megastar: he’s witty, gifted and bald. His “Here Comes The Bloodman” album is in my all-time top 10, as are several gigs that I played with Jimmy in the past 20 years. One of the most interesting storytellers I know… this will be a fun conversation. Check out Jim’s music at http://www.jvamusic.com.

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Lee is an enigma. I heard many stories about the great Lee Shamrock before I actually saw him perform, and he lived up to the hype! A computer programming American ex-pat, Lee found a new home in Thailand to pursue his passion for music. We’ll talk about that journey, and Lee’s gonna share some of his musical humor with us all to bring levity to us when we can really use it! Come join us as we wrap our day with some laughs and music on Monday eve at 9pm PST!

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Are you struggling with a sense of isolation? Do you fear disclosing vulnerability? Do you crave compassion and connectivity? How about feeling deeply understood? This is Kathryn’s mission: to bring you Mind Makeovers for Good. We’ll talk about finding purpose, her Montana roots and Neil deGrasse Tyson. I feel incredibly connected to Kathryn, and you will, too, if you come hang out with us!

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Send Me an Angel? You betcha… I’ll bring you one! This is the kindest man I know, and he sings like a bird and plays guitar like a virtuoso. I can’t WAIT for you guys to hang out with me and David as we talk about his musical journey, kangaroo rescues and how he deals with his second phase of rock stardom.

BONUS! David’s offering a free download of his new album “Sirens”! Click here to request a download card.

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Pete’s been the powerhouse drummer behind Ratt for half a decade now, but prior to that, he maintained an illustrious career playing drums for Michael Schenker, Ian Gillan, Uli Jon Roth and began his rockstar career in the 80s with Portland-born Black n’ Blue, Pete’s the kind of rockstar with no ego, but the right amount of confidence that you’d want and need to have a reputation as one of rock n’ roll’s heaviest hitters. He’s one of the kindest souls I know, and Pete bares his soul a little as we talk about success, responsibility, being humble and grieving the loss of his late wife Annette.

We had such a great conversation, Part 2 is on it’s way soon…

Pete Holmes and Steve Smith