🎙️ Show Topic: Rock & Roll Hall of Fame – Legends, Influences & 30 Years in Cleveland

This Friday, October 24th, 2025, we’re saluting the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, the artists, early influences, non-performers, and session greats whose work shaped the soundtrack of our lives. 🎶

From 50s pioneers to 60s and 70s hitmakers (with a dash of the 80s), we’ll celebrate the voices out front and the architects behind the scenes. Producers, writers, and sidemen whose fingerprints are on the records you love.

We’ll also look at the 2025 class of inductees and the milestones that brought the Hall to life: the Foundation (established April 20, 1983 by Ahmet Ertegun), Cleveland selected as the home in 1986, and the Museum’s doors opening in 1995, making this year the 30th anniversary of the Cleveland museum.

🕰️ Tune in for a night of induction-worthy stories, unforgettable performances, and the unsung heroes who made rock & roll roar.

📅 Mark your calendars: Friday, October 24th, 2025 — cue the anthems and join us live.

🎧 Don’t miss it! Stream the new episode as soon as it drops.

Special Feature: 🏛️ Rock Hall at 30 – Foundation, City & Class of 2025

How the Hall came to be:  the Foundation launched in 1983 by Ahmet Ertegun, Cleveland chosen as the permanent home in 1986, and the Museum opening in 1995, plus a spotlight on the 2025 inductees across performers, early influences, non-performers, and musical-excellence/session categories.

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🎙️ Show Topic: Beatles & Rock Music – Across Generations and Inspirations!

🎸 My latest podcast, recorded on Monday, October 20th, 2025, was an inspiring deep dive into Beatles and Rock Music, a truly fascinating and informative journey through sounds that shaped generations. The show featured a mix of The Beatles, The Grateful Dead, British classics, and more timeless rock favorites.

A big thank you to my amazing guests! Peter Lavezzoli shared his deep passion for the Beatles, his insights on Ravi Shankar and his connection with George Harrison, plus stories from his own performances with Bob Weir and Phil Lesh of the Grateful Dead. John Babcock talked about recording at Abbey Road Studios, remastering his song “Matthew Street Revisited,” and meeting both George Martin and Paul McCartney, along with his incredible work performing in Beatles tribute shows like Paul Is All. Mark Pytko joined us to celebrate the sound of The British Invaders, honoring the best of the British music revolution. And Glenn Mitchell rounded out the lineup with stories and performances from his band The Cavernites, keeping the Liverpool spirit alive!

It was a joyful celebration of music, memories, and the artists who keep the Beatles’ legacy and rock’s golden age shining bright. 🎸

🎧 Don’t miss it! Tune in now and relive the magic of Beatles and Rock Music — the songs, the stories, and the spirit that never fades!

From Merseybeat punch to psychedelic shimmer, we’ll trace how the era’s songs were written, arranged, and performed, and hear from artists who keep that spirit alive on today’s stages.

🕰️ Tune in for melodies, memories, and road stories straight from the players.

📅 Mark your calendars: Monday, October 20th, 2025 — cue the vinyl and sing along.

🎧 Don’t miss it! Stream the new episode as soon as it drops.

Guest(s) for our show:

Date: Monday, October 20th, 2025

1. 🥁 Peter Lavezzoli

Drummer, singer, author, and music historian who blends old-school R&B backbeat with prog and jazz edges.

Peter has performed with members of the Grateful Dead (Phil Lesh, Bob Weir), co-founded Florida’s Dead tribute Crazy Fingers (33+ years), and shared stages with The Band, Little Feat, Gov’t Mule, Jefferson Starship, Ziggy Marley, and more.

Author of The Dawn of Indian Music in the West (2006) on Ravi Shankar. He’ll talk Beatles, Dead, and cross-cultural currents in 60s rock.

peterlavezzoli.com

2. 🎙️ John Babcock

Paul McCartney portrayer for 25+ years. Toured the U.S. & Canada with the Touring Cast of Beatlemania, performed in Legends in Concert, and played 17,000+ shows with The British Invasion at EPCOT (1997–2008).

A first-generation fan who saw the Beatles on Ed Sullivan (Feb 9, 1964), John has released 12 original albums, many tracks recorded at Abbey Road Studios.

Today he fronts his McCartney tribute as a solo artist or with band, spanning five decades of Paul’s concert history.

paulisalltribute.com

3. 🎸 Mark Pytko (The British Invaders, NC)

Singer–guitarist with The British Invaders, transporting audiences from the first wave of UK bands storming America to the early MTV era.

Mark will dig into the sound, the gear, and the songbook that made British rock a global heartbeat.

4. 🎤 Glenn Mitchell (Liverpool)

Singer–musician from Liverpool with a Beatles touring-years tribute, channeling the raw energy of the early sets and the city streets that shaped the band.

Stories from the Cavern spirit to modern stages in the Beatles’ hometown.

🎙️ Show Topic: Beatles and Rock Moments – Celebrating Abbey Road on the River

This Monday, May 19th, 2025, I turned up the volume on the music that built our world: The Beatles and their fellow rock pioneers.

While promoting Abbey Road on the River, I dove into the sounds that shaped a generation. We played music from The Beatles, Harry Nilsson, The Rolling Stones, The Who, Gerry and the Pacemakers, and more.

A big thanks to my fantastic guests for joining the show:

Bill Hamilton from the Beatles tribute band Savage Young Beatles shared his insights on the Beatles’ early years—from The Quarrymen to Hamburg, the Cavern Club, the Decca Auditions, and the rise of Beatlemania.

Chris Paul Overall discussed his Paul McCartney tribute and the Abbey Road and Satisfaction performances, touching on the ongoing Beatles vs Stones debate.

Jay Goeppner, who brought his tribute to John Lennon and shared his experiences performing at various Beatles events, as well as with other iconic artists.

As Abbey Road on the River approaches, I explored the stories and sounds that continue to shape generations. From Liverpool’s earliest riffs to modern-day tributes, this episode dives into the energy, legacy, and influence of rock’s golden era.

Tune in and relive these unforgettable moments that have kept the spirit of rock alive!

Guest(s) for our show:

Date: Monday, May 19th, 2025

1. 🎸 Bill Hamilton

Bill Hamilton manages The Savage Young Beatles, a Liverpool-based tribute band capturing the raw, rebellious spirit of the Beatles’ early days—from the Quarrymen to Hamburg and the Cavern Club.

He’ll share insights into how these pivotal years helped shape the greatest band in history—and how the band brings that to life for today’s audiences.

https://www.thesavageyoungbeatles.com/

2. 🎤 Chris Paul Overall

From the underground L.A. scene to the Beatles vs Stones stage, Chris Paul Overall has carved out his spot as a masterful rock vocalist.

He portrayed Paul McCartney in tribute shows and fronted bands like Wonderlove—surrounded by a music scene that included the likes of Maroon 5 and Rival Sons. He joins us to talk about his musical journey and upcoming AROTR appearance.

https://chrispauloverall.com/

3. 🎤Jay Goeppner

Jay Goeppner is one of the world’s most respected John Lennon vocalists. A staple at Abbey Road on the River since 2004, he’s toured across 20 countries and performed with groups like Instant Karma, Some Other Guy, and the Steve Sizemore Group.

Jay brings Lennon’s voice and spirit to life like no one else.

https://www.jaygoeppner.com/

The latest episode of my podcast, which aired on Thursday, January 23rd, 2025, celebrated the incredible musical legacy of Sir Paul McCartney.

Titled “Live and Let Die – Tribute to Paul McCartney,” the episode explored his journey from The Beatles to Wings, and through his remarkable solo career.

We were honored to welcome Tony Kishman, who shared his experiences as a performer in the acclaimed Live and Let Die tribute show.

Tony discussed his upcoming appearance at the Beatles on the Beach Festival, as well as memorable moments from his career, such as traveling to Liverpool, performing with Laurence Juber, and meeting individuals deeply connected to The Beatles’ legacy.

The episode also featured stunning performances from Tony’s Live and Let Die tribute, where McCartney’s timeless hits were brought to life with the grandeur of a symphonic orchestra.

These breathtaking renditions offered a powerful celebration of McCartney’s enduring influence.

Spotlight on Wings

Formed by Paul McCartney in the early 70s with his wife Linda, Wings became one of the most iconic bands of the decade.

With chart-topping hits like Band on the Run, Jet, and Live and Let Die, Wings showcased McCartney’s ability to evolve beyond The Beatles while crafting music that captivated audiences worldwide.

The band’s innovative approach to blending rock with orchestral elements set a new standard in music.

The recording of this incredible tribute is now available on our website.

Click below to listen and experience the magic of Paul McCartney’s music and Tony Kishman’s outstanding performances.

Don’t miss this celebration of one of rock and roll’s greatest legends!

Guest(s) for our show:

Date: Thursday, January 23rd, 2025

Tony Kishman

Tony Kishman is a Beatles tribute singer best known for his remarkable portrayal of Paul McCartney. He’s a singer, recording artist, and the creator and bandleader of “Live and Let Die,” a multimedia experience celebrating the music of Paul McCartney, backed by four exceptionally talented musicians.

Tony starred in the smash hit Broadway musical “Beatlemania,” touring both nationally and internationally for six years. He also performs in the symphonic Beatles production “Classical Mystery Tour,” which has allowed him to bring Beatles music to audiences around the globe for more than a decade.

Often praised by “Beatlemaniacs” for his uncanny likeness—both visually and vocally—to Paul McCartney, Tony’s shows capture the magic and energy of the Beatles and Paul’s solo career.

We’ll promote his upcoming live performance at the Beatles on the Beach Festival in Delray Beach, Florida, where he’ll present “Live and Let Die: A Symphonic Tribute to Paul McCartney,” accompanied by an orchestra.

For more information, visit: Live and Let DieShow.