Show Topic: Rock Music from the 60s and 70s – UK & US Favorites + Abbey Road on the River Preview Special

My latest podcast, recorded on Thursday, May 8th, 2025, was all about Rock Music from the 60s and 70s. I had an absolute blast diving into the iconic sounds of that era, especially in anticipation of the Abbey Road on the River festival!

We rocked out to Beatles hits, deep cuts from The Monkees, The Rolling Stones, The Hollies, Yardbirds, The Kinks, The Byrds, The Who, and more — with a killer mix of British Invasion, pop rock, folk rock, and all the incredible music that made the 60s and 70s legendary.

A huge thank you to the amazing guests who joined the show:

• Rob Gray and Kelvin Banks of The Pre-Amps brought the energy with their tribute to the '60s and '70s, sharing their love for the era’s greatest hits and moments.
• Brian Cancemi from The Blue Meanies gave us a fresh take on the Beatles and other iconic artists, and it was fantastic to hear their tribute and insights.
• Rob Bridge of The V8's talked about their tribute to the British Invasion and how it changed rock and roll forever.
• Dave Lempke from Union Jack shared his experiences performing with legends like Peter Noone, The Band, and Billy J. Kramer, along with their own tribute to 60s artists.

This episode was an absolute joy to record, and if you missed it, don’t worry!

The recording is live and ready for you to tune in. Click below to listen and prepare for a musical ride through the best of the '60s and '70s as we get closer to the Abbey Road on the River festival!

Guest(s) for our show:

Date: Thursday, May 8th, 2025

1. 🎶 Rob Gray & Kelvin Banks – The Pre-Amps

Rob Gray and Kelvin Banks are members of The Pre-Amps, a retro-influenced British pop/rock band from Newcastle upon Tyne.

Known for their faithful covers of 60s and now 70s classics, their performances feature vocal harmonies, vintage gear, and high-energy stage presence.

From The Beatles to Bowie, their catalog is vast, and their growing reputation spans clubs, festivals, and even Liverpool’s legendary Cavern Club.

https://thepre-amps.com/

2. 🎸 Brian Cancemi – The Blue Meanies

Brian Cancemi represents The Blue Meanies, a New York-based tribute band that's been performing since 1984.

Their sets are a mix of Beatles, Monkees, Byrds, and Kinks, with deep cuts and trivia for the superfans. Veterans of Beatles Week in Liverpool and long-time staples of the NYC Fest for Beatles Fans, their high-energy tribute shows are a nostalgic joyride through rock history.

3. 🎤 Rob Bridge – The V8’s

Rob Bridge brings the power of 60s rock ‘n’ roll with The V8’s, a UK-based group featuring members of The Rockits and Wingsbanned. Their explosive setlist is a tribute to the raw, live energy of the '60s with music that keeps audiences dancing across the pond and beyond.

4. 🥁 Dave Lempke – Union Jack

Dave Lempke is the drummer and lead vocalist of Union Jack, one of New England’s most beloved British Invasion tribute bands.

With faithful recreations of the Beatles, Rolling Stones, Searchers, Hollies, and more, they’ve performed at major venues like Foxwoods Casino and Abbey Road on the River.

They’ve also opened for legendary acts like Herman’s Hermits, Bo Diddley, The Band, and Ritchie Havens.

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Show Topic: Beatles & Rock Music – Abbey Road on the River Preview Special

My latest podcast, aired Tuesday, March 6th, 2025 focused on the Beatles and Rock Music, and was an exciting preview of the upcoming Abbey Road on the River festival! 🎸 We celebrated the legacy of the Beatles and their influence on iconic artists while promoting the event, which brings together fans and tribute performers from all over the world.

During the episode, we featured classic Beatles tracks, as well as music from artists like Billy J. Kramer, Ides of March, and Jefferson Starship, and we also played a couple of Beatles songs from The Beatles LOVE album.

A huge thank you to our incredible guests who shared their stories and experiences:

Frank Muratore from Hard Days Night talked about his moments performing at Abbey Road on the River, keeping the Beatles’ memories alive, and performing with Billy J. Kramer. Frank also discussed his experiences meeting other figures connected to the Beatles and his visits to Liverpool.

Fernando Duarte shared his decade-long journey with Abbey Road on the River, his tribute performances with Some Other Guy and with Gavin Pring on a George Harrison tribute, and his unforgettable interview with Ringo Starr. Fernando also discussed his performances in Liverpool and his tributes to John Lennon.

Paulie Felice spoke about his incredible experiences with Beatles and classic rock, as well as his work with Jim Peterik of Ides of March and Jefferson Starship.

This special was packed with Beatles music, stories from the festival, and insights into the tribute world. If you missed the show, the recording is now available! Click below to listen and relive the magic of the Beatles with amazing performances and unforgettable moments from our guests.

📆 Mark your calendars and be sure to tune in when the episode is uploaded to the website. It’s a celebration of Beatles tribute culture and modern musicianship you won’t want to miss! 😎

Guest(s) for our show:

Date: Tuesday, May 6th, 2025

1. 🎸 Hard Day’s Night

Hard Day’s Night, based in Cleveland, Ohio, is recognized as one of the top national Beatles tribute groups performing today.

Known for their note-for-note renditions and authentic stage setup, complete with vintage instruments and exact replicas of Beatles attire, they’ve been fan favorites at Abbey Road on the River since 2002.

Hard Day’s Night perfectly recreates the excitement of a Beatles concert, introducing new generations to the timeless music of John, Paul, George, and Ringo.

https://www.harddaysnight.net/

2. 🎤 Fernando Duarte

Fernando Duarte is a talented singer and guitarist who has performed at Abbey Road on the River with the band Some Other Guy and alongside tribute legends like Gavin Pring.

He’ll share his memories of AROTR, stories from his Beatles performances, and his unforgettable interview with Ringo Starr.

3. 🎸 Paulie Felice

Paulie Felice is a Kentucky-based guitarist, singer, songwriter, producer, and music educator.

A longtime Abbey Road on the River performer, Paulie has played with Steve Sizemore Group and Mallory Lennon and the Sykadelix.

His resume includes sharing stages with Jefferson Starship, JD Crowe, Semple, and many more. He’s also recorded with Jim Peterik of Survivor, Brian Wilson collaborators, and other music greats.

Now performing as The Paulie Guitar Show, Paulie blends acoustic mastery with audience-interactive storytelling.

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Show Topic: Beatles Tribute – Abbey Road on the River Spotlight 🎶

My latest podcast, aired on Thursday, April 24th, 2025, focused on a Beatles Tribute while promoting Abbey Road on the River. We played a mix of Beatles music along with tributes to Billy J. Kramer and Badfinger, remembering Pete Ham.

A big thank you to our amazing guests for joining the show:

• David Hamilton of The Sunrise Jones, who shared their tribute to the Beatles.

• Chad Clifford, who spoke about his love for the Beatles, his performances at Abbey Road on the River, and his moments performing in Liverpool and beyond, both solo and with bands like MegaBeatles and Crawpuppies.

• The Jukebox Beatles, who discussed their tribute to the Beatles and their performances at Abbey Road on the River, Liverpool’s International Beatleweek, the Cavern Club, and during their cruises.

We also reminisced about their moments with Billy J. Kramer, recording his album Are You With Me at Abbey Road Studios, and their encounters with Pete Best.

This episode was a great celebration of the Beatles' influence and the tribute bands keeping their music alive today!

Whether you're a lifelong fan or a newcomer to Beatlemania, this episode will get you in the perfect mood for Abbey Road on the River.

We were joined by these fantastic guests: David Hamilton, Chad Clifford, and The Jukebox Beatles.

📆 Don’t miss this exciting tribute episode!

Guest(s) for our show:

Date: Thursday, April 24th, 2025

1. 🎹 David Hamilton

David Hamilton is a talented singer and keyboardist from Cleveland, Ohio, and a member of the tribute band The Sunrise Jones.

Known for their spirited renditions of rock and pop hits from the '50s, '60s, and '70s, The Sunrise Jones has performed everywhere from local clubs to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame—delighting fans with their Beatles tributes and more.

https://thesunrisejones.com/

2. 🎸 Chad Clifford

Chad Clifford is a singer-songwriter from Indiana with an endless catalog of 60s and 70s favorites. He performs solo and as the frontman of two tribute bands: Mega Beatles and The Crawpuppies. Chad brings the magic of Beatles music to life in every performance.

https://www.chadcliffordmusic.com/

3. 🌎 The Jukebox Beatles

Based in Puerto Rico, The Jukebox Beatles have been hailed as Latin America's top Beatles tribute band. They’ve played legendary venues like Liverpool’s Cavern Club and Abbey Road Studios and even performed with Pete Best and José Feliciano.

They also recorded at Abbey Road Studios with legendary 60's British Invasion icon Billy J. Kramer. Known for their faithful renditions of Beatles classics, their shows are a global celebration of Beatles music.

https://jukebox-beatles.com/index.html

Show Topic: Beatles vs. Stones: A Musical Showdown 🎸🎤

In this episode of my podcast aired on Monday, April 14th, 2025, we dove into one of the greatest rivalries in rock and roll history—The Beatles vs. The Rolling Stones!

In celebration of this legendary musical rivalry, we played classic tracks from both bands and discussed their individual and collective influence on rock history.

To top it all off, we promoted the exciting live touring production Beatles vs. Stones: A Musical Showdown, featuring tribute acts Abbey Road (The Beatles) and Satisfaction (The Rolling Stones). And previewed their upcoming performance at Abbey Road on the River!

🎟️ Learn more here:

• https://www.beatles-vs-stones.com/
• https://www.arotr.com/beatles-vs-stones

Our amazing guests for this episode include Axel Clarke, Andy Nagle, and Christopher LeGrand.

Don’t miss this epic episode celebrating two of rock’s biggest icons!

📆 Get ready to relive the magic of the Beatles and Stones, including insider stories from the people who keep that magic alive onstage! 🎶

Guest(s) for our show:

Date: Monday, April 14th, 2025

1. 🥁 Axel Clarke

Axel Clarke plays the role of Ringo Starr in the Beatles tribute band Abbey Road.

As the drummer for the group, Axel brings Ringo’s iconic style and energy to life in every performance, delivering authentic Beatles beats to fans across the country.

2. 🎙️ Andy Nagle

Andy Nagle is the producer for Abbey Road and handles booking and management for the entire Beatles vs. Stones tour.

With years of experience managing tribute shows, Andy helps bring the magic of both bands to audiences nationwide.

3. 🎤 Christopher LeGrand

Christopher LeGrand is the founder and executive producer of Satisfaction: The International Rolling Stones Tribute Show.

Portraying Mick Jagger onstage, Chris launched the show in 2000 as the first touring tribute act dedicated to the World’s Greatest Rock & Roll Band. He’s kept the Stones’ energy alive for audiences across the globe ever since.

The next episode of our podcast, airing this Thursday, October 3rd, 2024, will focus on Beatles and British Music.

We’ll be diving into the timeless music of The Beatles alongside a selection of other iconic UK artists from the 60s.

This episode will explore the various genres that characterized the British Invasion, including rock, beat, pop, and Merseybeat.

The term "British Invasion" refers to the period in the mid-1960s when British bands like The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, and The Who became immensely popular in the United States, bringing a fresh sound that heavily influenced American music culture.

This musical movement not only transformed the landscape of popular music globally but also played a pivotal role in the cultural exchange between the UK and the USA, leaving a lasting impact on fashion, language, and lifestyle.

Join us as we celebrate the rich musical heritage that these artists brought to the global stage during one of the most dynamic periods in music history.

Don’t miss this deep dive into the sounds that shaped a generation!

Guest(s) for our show:

Date: Thursday, October 3rd, 2024

Juha Pertti Jarvinen

We're excited to welcome back Juha Pertti Järvinen from the Finnish band Beatline, known for performing music by The Beatles and other 60s classics.

Beatline has been captivating audiences with their authentic renditions of 1960s music, bringing the timeless songs of The Beatles and other iconic bands to life on stage.

As the drummer, Juha provides the rhythmic backbone that drives the band's energetic performances. His passion for the music of that era shines through in every beat, transporting listeners back to the golden age of rock and roll.

We look forward to delving into Juha's experiences with Beatline, his love for 60s music, and what makes performing The Beatles' songs so special. It's going to be a fantastic conversation that you won't want to miss!