EPISODE · Mar 10, 2025 · 39 MIN
136. Peter Holsapple - The dB's / R.E.M. / Hootie
from VRP Rocks - Classic Rock Interviews · host VRP Rocks
On this episode of VRP Rocks, Peter Holsapple joins me to talk about his incredible career in music—from co-founding The dB’s, touring and recording with R.E.M., and spending 20 years with Hootie & the Blowfish, to his brand-new solo album, The Face of 68. Peter shares fascinating stories about: The dB’s – Their rise, critical acclaim, and struggles to break through in the U.S. R.E.M. – Touring the world on the Green tour & recording Out of Time, including "Losing My Religion." Hootie & the Blowfish – 20 years on the road and in the studio with one of the biggest bands of the '90s. The Face of 68 – His latest album, inspired by his love of classic British rock, and the stories behind the songs. Whether you’re a fan of power pop, alternative rock, or classic rock, this episode is packed with insights from a musician who’s been at the heart of some legendary bands. 🎧 Subscribe to VRP Rocks for more interviews with rock legends! #PeterHolsapple #TheDBs #REM #HootieAndTheBlowfish #ClassicRock #PowerPop #VRPRocks #Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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On this episode of VRP Rocks, Peter Holsapple joins me to talk about his incredible career in music—from co-founding The dB’s, touring and recording with R.E.M., and spending 20 years with Hootie & the Blowfish, to his brand-new solo album, The Face of 68. Peter shares fascinating stories about: The dB’s – Their rise, critical acclaim, and struggles to break through in the U.S. R.E.M. – Touring the world on the Green tour & recording Out of Time, including "Losing My Religion." Hootie & the Blowfish – 20 years on the road and in the studio with one of the biggest bands of the '90s. The Face of 68 – His latest album, inspired by his love of classic British rock, and the stories behind the songs. Whether you’re a fan of power pop, alternative rock, or classic rock, this episode is packed with insights from a musician who’s been at the heart of some legendary bands. 🎧 Subscribe to VRP Rocks for more interviews with rock legends! #PeterHolsapple #TheDBs #REM #HootieAndTheBlowfish #ClassicRock #PowerPop #VRPRocks #Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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136. Peter Holsapple - The dB's / R.E.M. / Hootie
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