All Access Live with Kevin Rankin is excited to discuss the upcoming release of a new solo album by legendary Irish rock vocalist Robin McAuley. ‘Alive’ is out on 17th February 2023, with its title track available as a single and video today. McAuley’s new album sees his voice continuing to defy time and sounding […]
Robert Anthony Robinson (RAR) is an American metal band hailing from the Pacific Northwest cities of Portland, Oregon and Vancouver, Washington. The band delivers a dynamic range of heavy melodic groove with a ton of soulful vocals and shred guitars. All those elements together produce a new genre they call “Soul Metal” The band had […]
https://youtu.be/DOKFyq7bxr0 "Never forget what made you - YOU" "Bassist, Pop Culture Nerd and proud Fanboy, Rob Lane, talks to musicians, actors and all round interesting people who are willing to wax lyrical about their childhood, pop culture, growing up and what shaped them into who they are today. Get ready for stories of hometowns, trips […]
For those of you that missed them on AXS TV’s “World’s Greatest Tribute Bands", Appetite for Deception is the world's most authentic Guns n' Roses Tribute. These guys have been touring the Pacific Northwest and beyond, amassing a trove of ridiculous and awesome experiences, and they plan to share them with you all on All Access Live! Some of the funniest guys I know, which we ALL need right now! Come join us live on Thursday February 9 at 7pm Pacific!
"Sarah Moon brings a blast of pure rock to our ears as she packs commanding vocals and flying guitars into every second of her new release ‘Cut & Run’. Both the melody and vocals carry the essence of great rock songs in their core and inject this directly into your veins. Her performance is passionate, […]
Late 1980's Sunset Strip was a time like no other. While a few of the fortunate bands that played that scene made their way to millions of dollars and life-changing record deals, most bands slugged it out in clubs, traversed America and abroad in vans, and lived off of tuna sandwiches and fan-supported couches. Such […]
A grinning gem of a human, Brian and I recorded and performed together twenty five years ago. As I transitioned out of a difficult band departure, Brian swept me up and brought me into the recording studio to work on one of the most unique projects I had the privilege to track. His infection smile […]
David Wakeling is an English singer, songwriter and musician, best known for his work with the band the Beat and General Public. Wakeling began his professional career when he formed the band, the Beat. The debut studio album by the Beat included the singles "I Just Can't Stop It", "Mirror in the Bathroom", "Hands Off...She's […]
From the first Lost 80s Live concert that we shared performances to last year's 80s Cruise and The Sands experiences in Cancun, Jade has shown resilience, poise and stunning professionalism. While some might consider her to represent the 80s in her music, I see her crossing over into widespread dance markets worldwide. Pretty Poison's “Catch […]
Having known Mike for over half my life, I've watched this phenom generate great grooves and positive music, and we'll discuss his newest endeavor "Rooftop Screamers". Mike has written a vast amount of material, assembling his favorite singers on his crafts. Can't wait to share some of these bits with you!
For nearly three decades, world-renowned guitarist Randy Hansen has acquired quite a reputation as being one of the best Hendrix impersonators on the Third Stone from the Sun. Releasing countless discs through the years featuring both stellar Hendrix jams and his own authentic Hendrix-inspired riffage, the Man is a true Guitar Legend in every sense […]
Jeff Pilson is an amazing multi-instrumentalist, producer, recording & touring artist, and vocalist! Jeff is currently the bassist for FOREIGNER. He joined the band in 2004. He produced Foreigner’s 2006 Live CD, “Extended Versions,” recorded November 26, 2005 at Texas Station, as well as tracks off of their “No End in Sight” CD in 2008. […]
Lillian Axe is a million-selling dramatic hard rock band orchestrating a comeback with their latest album “From Womb To Tomb” and extensive tour dates which included their return to Europe for the first time in years. The album reached number 28 on the Billboard on the Hard Rock Album chart and has been touted as […]
23 Outstanding bands on 3 stages, delicious foods, onsite camping, and a giant party of rock n’ roll revelers at the Clackamas County Fairgrounds & Events Center. We'll hang with pros from the nation's greatest tributes to discuss what Harefest is all about. Co-Hosted by Dan Bozyk, we'll peer behind the scenes of this epic […]
ALL ACCESS LIVE is excited to have founding members Robert Sarzo and Tony Cavazo on the show to share a remarkable journey, currently bringing us to the premiere of their new album due in August 2023. Hurricane is an American heavy metal band formed in 1983, originally featuring current Foreigner lead vocalist Kelly Hansen (vocals/rhythm […]
Tig often says, “I think I came out of the womb banging on things.” As a child Tig couldn’t be kept away from pounding on anything that made an interesting noise, buckets, coffee cans, magazines. At the ripe old age of 5 he saw the rock band KISS on the Midnight Special Concert TV Show […]
LEE AARON: one of Canada’s most iconic vocalists, a songwriter, producer, and fearless re-inventor. She was one of the very first women writing and performing hard rock, releasing her first album (The Lee Aaron Project) at the age of only nineteen. Her sophomore release, 1984’s Metal Queen solidified Aaron as a trailblazer for women in rock […]
Singer, Songwriter, Multi-Instrumentalist, Producer, Sound Engineer, Master Engineer, The Cyber Phounkist Ultra Van Krome! “UVK “ hails from Portland Oregon and proudly flaunts a PHD in Phounkology, having played with the best in the music industry from global stars Miles Davis. Prince, George Clinton, Chaka Kahn, Tower of Power, Thara Memory, Curtis Salgado, The Esquires, […]
Efren Ramirez has been working as a professional actor for many years. Initially, his career consisted of guest star appearances on television, as he appeared in diverse roles on "E.R.", "AMERICAN DAD", "JUDGING AMY", "THE DISTRICT", "MAD TV", and "SCRUBS." However, it was his memorable portrayal of "PEDRO" in the feature film "NAPOLEON DYNAMITE" that […]
One of my favorite guests is sweet Amanda Wyss. Me met years ago at an 80s-themed event and I was able to see that the magic that she possessed on-camera was matched (if not shadowed!) by her off-camera persona. Recently, I watched Amanda picket with her peers for equity in the film industry and admired her tenacity and commitment to fair compensation for all persons in film and TV. We'll talk writer's strike, Better Off Dead, Silverado, Nightmare on Elm Street, and life's re-entry after COVID shut us all down.
Born in Rockford, Illinois, on December 14, 1962, Ginger Lynn Allen went to California in 1982 to visit her ill grandfather. She decided to stay and found employment as a manager at a Musicland record store in Redlands. She had lived in a trailer in one of the worst parts of the city for almost […]
Your candidate for Clackamas County Commissioner, Blues Goddess Rae Gordon wants to be your voice to help the community. She's always been a strong advocate for our rights and our community, and now would love our support to move into a position of being able to affect that change. We'll talk about her opportunities […]
Cliff Barackman has been doing bigfoot field research since 1994. His expeditions have taken him to 46 states and five continents in search of evidence supporting the existence of undiscovered hominoids worldwide. As the evidence analyst on Animal Planet’s hit television show, Finding Bigfoot, Cliff has applied his skill and expertise to a variety of […]
Jaime St. James is the lead vocalist and primary songwriter of the glam metal band Black 'N Blue. He also served briefly in the mid-2000s as the lead singer of Warrant, but he left upon the return of the band's original lead singer Jani Lane in 2008. He sang (and co-wrote several tracks) on Warrant's […]
Berahmand? ….it’s my last name, Persian, from my Father’s family….I’ve had to piece most of it together , but from what I can tell , we come from great intellect and story telling…Intense passion and kindred spirit…I wasn’t raised by my father or in a traditional sense…this would find me in a family dynamic of […]
Mickey Thomas is the owner of the soaring voice that propelled Starship through the decade of the 80’s. With his soulful and compelling vocals, Mickey has established himself as one of rock music’s most recognizable stars. Mickey made his mark in 1976 as lead vocalist on the mega-hit “Fooled Around And Fell In Love” with The […]
A professional attitude on everything Ric does has landed him some top gigs with some notable names. Pre-pandemic Ric had been touring the world with Engelbert Humperdinck since 2015 which had taken him to exotic places such as Egypt, New Zealand, Israel, Belgium, South Africa, Iceland, Singapore, Tailand, Malaysia and more. July 2021, Ric landed […]
Founding Modern English bassist Mick Conroy joins All Access Live as we regale in stories of global travel, the manic world of 80s pop music and the benefits of a clear head. Modern English are an English rock band best remembered for their songs "I Melt with You", "Hands Across the Sea", and "Ink and […]
Tony is the Drummer/Co-founder of O.C./Pomona Power Poppers The Glimmer Stars and long time band member of Alt/Rock legends Dramarama. Tony also plays with Gene Loves Jezebel and has played with various artists such as Sylvain Sylvain (New York Dolls) & Dave Wakeling (English Beat/General Public). He's recorded drum tracks with O.C. songstress Karianne as […]
Jim McGorman has been musical director for Avril Lavigne, Weezer, Michelle Branch, Paul Stanley (from KISS) and toured with Cher. With Cher on her Farewell Tour, McGorman played guitars, keyboards and sang a duet with Cher. He has also worked with Gwen Stefani, Shakira, The Corrs, Aaron Neville, New Radicals, Poison, Goo Goo Dolls and […]
The Enigma is a legendary performer particularly at music festivals and tattoo conventions. His show is based on circus and tattoo culture which defines pop culture today. Cultivating audiences for over 20 years around the globe, The Enigma has literally changed the face of live entertainment. A founding member of Jim Rose Circus, The […]
You may not know it, but you’ve heard Mike’s work. For the last 20-plus years he’s been a regular on the Los Angeles and Portland, Oregon recording scene, bringing his special talents to hundreds of records, film, and television soundtracks. In addition to every Mel Brooks movie from Spaceballs to Robin Hood: Men in Tights, […]
Successful bands forge their defining moments from a rare mix of electric audience response, killer songs, and memorable stage performance. While the result is enough to keep any band on stage all night, the ability to sustain that dynamic beyond its gig of origin is what sets an average band apart from an outstanding one. […]
Craig Carothers lived in Portland before it was hip and moved to Nashville before it was ready for prime time. He’s always been a little ahead of the curve and an old school kind of cool. His music is heartbreakingly beautiful and scathingly funny, delivered with a lively deadpan smile and a voice that’s downright […]
Brad began playing bass guitar after watching a friend playing bass guitar in the junior high school band. He loved how the low end of the sound drove the whole thing along. When he moved to high school, he began playing and was soon in a band named “Misty Island Evil”. In 1986, he joined […]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r24-XP-2LOw Veteran Oregon rocker Joel Franklin Kinney has been a staple in the rock music scene since the 80s. A talented guitarist/frontman, he's run largely successful charity events, run a premier pro audio company (Apex Pro Audio) and has entertained the masses with several bands over the years, including the current favorite "JFK". We will […]
Gustav first moved to Portland from the Bay Area to study German and International Affairs at Lewis and Clark College, where he was immediately seduced by radio. He has spent the past 25+ years on the air in Portland, sharing his love for all things music and entertainment. He’s been voted “best of Portland” multiple […]
Brett Eichenberger is an award-winning filmmaker with over twenty-five years of experience working in the film and video production industry. His work includes the feature films Light of Mine and Pretty Broken, commercials, short films, music videos, and documentary shorts. Brett’s work has been featured on A&E, Discovery Channel, ABC Australia, PBS, as well as […]
A gentle bear, this Clowater guy… we bonded over his incredible photography, love of music and appreciate for culinary delights. Andrew is one of the most remarkable photographers I’ve ever met, and has an eye for capturing images that people rarely see. From nature’s beauty to dynamic expression onstage, Mr. Clowater brings his gifts to […]
“Dilana will go down as one of the greatest female singers ever.” – music-industry.squidoo.com Born in Johannesburg, South Africa, as Dilana Jansen Van Vuuren, this girl discovered a love for music at an early age, participating in school and church choirs as an escape from an unpleasant home life. At age 2, her last name […]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8zG9oGfJtj4 Maiah is back! Having just completed recording the new Envy of None album, Maiah has plenty of other new updates in the works, and is returning to All Access Live to share the news. Psyche, the Greek goddess of the soul, is often depicted wearing butterfly wings representing the trials she’s endured. Like Psyche, […]
Marc Ferrari is a former major label recording artist, music publishing executive, film and TV actor, and published author. He has sold over 2 million albums, toured the world alongside some of music’s most popular bands, appeared in the hit movies Wayne’s World and Wayne’s World 2, and has written music that has been used […]
For the past 30 years Jimmie has been involved in the music industry as a professional drummer. As the owner of his own music distribution, retail sales, e-commerce management company he displays an incredibly diverse background in music performance, musical instruments, retail sales and customer service.
THE FLIRTS are a female trio spawning several Dance hits and music videos in MTV in the early 80’s. The group was created by American producer Bobby Orlando, known around the world for their smash dance club hits “DANGER” & “JUKEBOX”, receiving heavy airplay on MTV and appearing on several 80’s New Wave compilations including […]
A guitar player, writer, producer, and composer, Stevie Salas has recorded on over 70 different albums with artists as diverse as George Clinton, Justin Timberlake, Buddy Miles, T.I., Mick Jagger, and Rod Stewart. Having sold over two million solo albums around the world, Stevie has been cited as one of the top 50 guitarists of […]
Mark Powers is one of the Pacific Northwest's secret weapons. A skilled tradesman possessing a vast wealth of capabilities, not only in the percussion realm, but as a stalwart music industry journeyman. On top of that, the guy climbs a mean rock wall! Hang out and chat with Mark to discover why so many […]
SHOW POSTPONED: Date TBD Andy Curran first burst onto the Canadian music scene in 1982 as the founding member of Coney Hatch. The rocket-ride that followed saw Curran’s hard-rocking quartet share stages with Judas Priest, Iron Maiden, Peter Frampton, Ted Nugent, Cheap Trick and Rush. Bumping shoulders (and guitars) with these rock icons landed the band two special guest […]
We ALL have those albums that kidnapped our attention, etching their resonance into our psyche at a young age with the power of the aesthetic, even before we got to actually LISTEN to the contents. Combining those elements was the game-changer for most of us, cementing our love and appreciation for certain bands and […]
Back in January 2023, PANTERA and ANTHRAX drummer Charlie Benante performed "Walk" and ANTHRAX's "Indians" with the Seahawks Blue Thunder drumline at Lumen Field as a guest of Blue Thunder's Director Keith Rousu. In turn, PANTERA was joined by the Seahawks Blue Thunder drumline for a performance of the song "Walk" during the band's August […]
https://youtube.com/live/3wjPlHERft4 Go backstage with the best of the 80s: Lost 80s Live Tour 2024! Production Manager and professional Cat Wrangler Jason Fowler reveals what it's all about, running a smooth tour with 11 bands all sharing a stage in one night, featuring: A FLOCK OF SEAGULLS WANG CHUNG THE ENGLISH BEAT THE VAPORS THE ESCAPE […]
Carl (SOLOVOX) is a dynamic synth artist and music director highly sought after in the Pacific Northwest for his unique approach to sonic exploration. I'm excited to discover his new quadrophonic live sound for his show with Floydian Slips Pink Floyd tribute forthcoming in Eugene September 21 A producer, composer, and one-man synthesizer attack squad, […]
Highly sought-after conference speaker, bestselling author and social media evangelist Kelly K is in the final stages of finishing his book, Think About THAT for a Minute! Vol. 2: 40 Day Devotional for a Fresh Perspective, which is slated to be independently released before Christmas. The devotional follows the remarkable, 30,000-plus copies sold of the […]
Andrew Paul Woodworth was signed to Sony Records in 1995. The first on the new roster of Jeff Ayeroff’s and Jordan Harris’ The Work Group, Woodworth led his band Elephant Ride into the studio with legendary bassist John Paul Jones of Led Zeppelin. While the result was a beautiful and sweeping arrangement of angsty, melodic […]
A musician, sound engineer, and producer, Jim Brunberg is probably best known to music fans around Portland as the founder and co-owner of two iconic venues: Mississippi Studios and Revolution Hall. A podcast project, undertaken with his twin 8-year-old daughters, also gained attention a few years ago. Brunberg and the children hit the road to […]
For over two decades, Mike Collins has been one of the busiest and most sought after drummers and percussionists in the Pacific Northwest. He's a graduate of the Musicians Institute of Technology and has studied independently with drummers Michael Shrieve (Santana, George Harrison), Zoro (Lenny Kravitz, Sean Lennon), Graham Lear (Santana, Reo Speedwagon) and […]
One of the great jazz guitarists of his generation, Mike Stern has the unique ability to play with the finesse and lyricism of Jim Hall, the driving swing of Wes Montgomery and the turbulent, overdriven attack of Jimi Hendrix. Growing up in the Washington, D.C. area, Stern revered all three of those guitar immortals, along […]
https://youtube.com/live/6q6trNr0YA4?feature=share Eric “Boots” Greene is a music industry business professional and has been drumming since he was two years old in his hometown of Philadelphia. He admits to being blessed with the gift of music ever since he can remember. From performing at his family’s church, to his self-teaching of keyboards, instruments and learning The […]
https://youtube.com/live/d6tQfUv6T9c Shant and I share a love of music and pugs, and plan to rap about the myriad of amazing experiences he's had, delivering the sweets to iconic events across Southern California. His famous ice cream truck can be spotted backstage at hundreds of events per year, from arena rock and hip-hop shows to local […]
American artist Tommy Heath shot to stardom in the early '80s after he laid down the vocals for his band Tommy Tutone's now-classic track, "867-5309/Jenny", which found its way onto the Billboard Hot Mainstream Rock Tracks charts and caused a phone-calling frenzy in search of the mysterious woman in the jam, Jenny. Tommy and I […]
Rob's musical journey began at an early age in a small town outside of Buffalo, NY. Starting out in the cover scene, Rob quickly developed an appreciation for a solid back beat and playing for the song. An approach to drumming that he still considers the foundation for his style today. Later settling in Atlanta, […]
Matt Bissonette attended the University of North Texas's jazz music program. In the early- to mid-1980s, he toured and recorded with jazz trumpeter Maynard Ferguson. For part of his time in the Ferguson band, he played alongside his brother Gregg, which the brothers have done several times in their careers. Matt moved to Los Angeles […]
American artist Tommy Heath shot to stardom in the early '80s after he laid down the vocals for his band Tommy Tutone's now-classic track, "867-5309/Jenny", which found its way onto the Billboard Hot Mainstream Rock Tracks charts and caused a phone-calling frenzy in search of the mysterious woman in the jam, Jenny. Tommy and I […]
Scott Gilmore and Sarah Vitort are Fox and Bones—energetic offbeat folksters with a retro-tinged, soul-stirring, modern vintage bent. The indomitable duo has brought their optimistic Americana polish to international stages shared with the likes of Rayland Baxter, The Dead South, ZZ Ward, Fantastic Cat and ALO among others. Fox and Bones’ fourth album titled “Long […]
Frank Murray is a name that resonates with every Tom Petty fan who has ever experienced the magic of a live tribute performance by Petty Fever. A gifted guitarist and vocalist, Frank is the driving force behind this award-winning tribute band, celebrated for its authentic recreation of the Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers experience. Hailing […]
Stunningly gorgeous and voluptuous 5'1" brunette knockout Nikki Dial was born in Erie, Pennsylvania. Dial began her career in the adult entertainment industry posing for nude photo shoots at age 18. Nikki also worked in bondage and BDSM-oriented clubs and did a few amateur porn videos prior to going to Los Angeles, California to launch […]
Brent Meyer has toured the world in bands signed to indie labels, as a sideman in major label acts, and in his own tribute band projects. When not inhabiting the musical shoes of Depeche Mode mastermind Martin L. Gore onstage, Brent plays an even more pivotal role as the founder and music director of Strangelove-The […]
“Kip Winger is one of the best writers of the past three decades. The quality never dips. From his own solo stuff through to the Winger hits." - Classic Rock Magazine While Kip Winger has arrived at the highest level of achievement possible for an orchestral composer, his professional journey has been utterly unpredictable and […]
od’s professional music career began as a founding member of the groundbreaking group the Dixie Dregs when, as a student at the University of Miami in Florida, he met Steve Morse, Andy West and Allen Sloan. The university was a hotbed of musical activity during this period, playing host to brilliant future talents like Pat […]
Award-winning singer/songwriter Marina V unveils her electrifying new single, "Symphony & Metal", a powerful anthem blending orchestral grandeur and metal intensity. The track features an all-star lineup, including guitarist Bruce Kulick (KISS), bassist David Ellefson (Megadeth), and renowned composer Steve Horner (known for Bridgerton), with Marina's husband and co-writer Nick Baker on drums. A NOTE […]
1993: Legendary engineer/producer Andy Johns (Led Zeppelin, The Rolling Stones, Rod Stewart, Eric Clapton) brings a Pignose amplifier and bass guitar to the Hollywood Hills home of British rock bassist, Kim Gardner. Kim, who was in The Creation and The Birds with Ron Wood, is surprised when Johns hands the bass guitar to his 14-year-old […]
Marty Meisner is a multi-talented musician and creative professional who first gained recognition as the bassist for The Mayfield Four, a rock band signed to Epic Records in the late 1990s. The band, fronted by Myles Kennedy, released two albums—Fallout (1998) and Second Skin (2001)—and toured extensively, sharing the stage with major acts like Creed, Screaming Trees, Big Wreck and […]
Caleb Spiegel (he/they) is a father, a husband, a son, a friend, a public elementary school teacher, a creator, a brother, an activist, a writer, and an explorer. He spent 20 years playing music professionally before earning a magna cum laude Bachelor's degree in history from Lewis and Clark at the age of 37. Right […]
Vicki Peterson of The Bangles (whose work includes #1 hit "Walk Like An Egyptian" and several other top 10 songs such as "Eternal Flame"- the biggest single by an all-female band in history) teams up with John Cowsill, drummer/vocalist for The Beach Boys for over 23 years and original member of the platinum-selling family band, […]
Get ready to turn up the volume and crank the nostalgia to 11—because something epic is about to go down on All Access Live with Kevin Rankin! This isn’t just another podcast episode—it’s a full-blown backstage pass to rock history, featuring none other than Donnie Iris, the voice behind the anthems that lit up the […]
< All Access Live with Kevin Rankin is BACK — and this time, we're turning up the volume with an iconic guest straight out of the '80s! 💥 Join us LIVE for an unforgettable conversation with Dale Bozzio, the fearless, fabulous frontwoman of Missing Persons — the voice behind hits like “Words,” “Destination Unknown,” and […]
https://youtube.com/live/UTtjsk8MqDQ Get ready to relive the wild energy of the ‘80s with a music icon who defined a generation! All Access Live with Kevin Rankin is thrilled to welcome the legendary Annabella Lwin — the electrifying voice of Bow Wow Wow, the band that gave us “I Want Candy,” “Go Wild in the Country,” and […]
Helix was formed in 1974 in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada. In 1976, the twin-guitar attack of Brent "The Doctor" Doerner and Paul Hackman joined the band, helping shape the group's signature sound. After releasing two independent albums, Helix signed with Capitol Records, launching their major-label career with No Rest for the Wicked (1983), featuring the breakout […]
https://youtube.com/live/TH03VhJEt8g? Celebrating the 2025 McBowl Concert Series, members of these iconic Canadian bands join All Access Live with producer Ed Sousa and production managers Chris Dodgson and Andrew Clowater to discuss the epic concert series to benefit Ronald McDonald House. Three nights of live music only at Classic Bowl in Mississauga Ontario: Thursday May 22: […]
https://youtube.com/live/-Ei4XNBWN5o?feature=share Raine has successfully and passionately blurred the lines between music, tech and humanitarianism for the past two decades. A five time Juno award winning artist fronting the multi platinum selling alt rock band OurLadyPeace, Raine has also written & produced for internationally acclaimed artists Carrie Underwood, Pink, Kid Inc, Disco Fries, Avril Lavigne and […]
Mike Prigodich is a trailblazing jazz fusion pianist, composer, and bandleader whose music defies genre boundaries and embraces complexity with unflinching clarity. Based in Oregon, Prigodich draws inspiration from artists like Chick Corea, Dave Grusin, Yellowjackets, and others, but his sound is unmistakably his own—melding jazz with Latin, rock, and global influences to create emotionally […]
Sacramento-based Blues and Rock singer-songwriter Austin Mo has been taking the West Coast by storm. Known for his electrifying blend of blues and classic rock, Austin’s performances have earned praise from legends like Frank Hannon of Tesla, Andy Stoller of Nancy Wilson/Heart, and Mike Dirnt of Green Day.
Ryan Shuck is a multifaceted musician, entrepreneur, and creative force who has left an indelible mark on the alternative and electronic rock scenes. As a founding member of Orgy, he helped pioneer the "death-pop" genre with their platinum-selling debut Candyass, blending industrial rock with synth-pop elements. Shuck's innovative approach continued with Julien-K, a band that […]
FourOneSix is a hybrid of genres and influences; a musical recipe of sorts. A dash of singer-songwriter, a pinch of folk, a sliver of psychedelia, a sprinkle of new wave, all blended with generous portions of well-crafted pop.
FourOneSix began as an unrealized concept by singer/songwriter Brent Lunney, former member of the award winning rock band The Apollo Effect. For Brent, the intent of his latest musical endeavour was to grow it slowly, naturally, organically; a complete 180 from his days in The Apollo Effect . Jams began to happen with new friends, old friends, former bandmates and complete strangers. When something special began to happen Brent called upon friend and producer Michael Borkosky (Alannah Myles, Sass Jordan, Ill Scarlett, Saga. Rough Trade) to work on new material and that’s when the songs began to flourish.
TOQUE is a world-class Rock act, comprised of 4 incredible Rock musicians: Todd Kerns,(Slash’s Conspirators, Age of Electric) Brent Fitz, (Slash’s Conspirators, Phil X, The Dead Daisies) Shane Gaalaas (B’z - Japan) Cory Churko (Kelly Clarkson, Shania Twain) This summer TOQUE is playing across Canada starting in July of 2025 at festivals alongside Def […]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GA7erYHQ4NE Mike Mangini is more than just a drummer—he’s a living legend behind the kit: For 13 years, Mike was the drummer for DREAM THEATER – Progressive metal giants and GRAMMY® winners Former Extreme and Steve Vai Drummer – A master of both groove and shred World Record Holder – Once held 5 WFD World’s […]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Tgx2l1jlEk My obsession with music began at age six when my grandmother gave me a transistor radio—an old Lloyds—which spawned an all-consuming fascination with things that came over airwaves. A few years later, my uncle—who moonlighted by servicing jukeboxes—kick-started my record collection by dumping a box of old 7-inch singles on me one Sunday […]
https://www.youtube.com/live/L3MhyGWakKs?si=HCpfZDwTduXzB4CB Jason Bittner is the drummer for Shadows Fall and Category7. He first came to prominence as a member of the Massachusetts metal band Shadows Fall, with whom he recorded and toured with from 2001 -2014 (band re-active again in 2021). He was the most recent drummer for OVERKILL from 2017 to August 2024.
Metal drum phenom Jason Bittner has WAY too many stories for just one episode for All Access Live with Kevin Rankin, so he's back for round 2! We'll discuss his amazing new group Category 7, Shadows Fall, Anthrax, Overkill, Flotsam & Jetsam and his guilty pleasure - 80s new wave music!
https://www.youtube.com/live/0pn3hR06eCk?si=CnjyioDBoUa_ZEIQ Brown was born and raised in New Jersey destined to live a life submersed in music. The mostly self-taught artist picked up his first guitar at nine years old and never looked back. Brown began his lifelong love affair with live performing at the ripe old age of 12, when he became a regular […]
https://youtube.com/live/BZkP__qtBRc?feature=share Jason Pierce is a Canadian drummer, producer, and songwriter, best known as the touring and recording drummer for the rock band Our Lady Peace. Born in London, Ontario, and based in Toronto since moving there at age 19, Pierce began playing drums in 1989, influenced by his parents' work as sound and lighting technicians […]
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