From Campground Chaos to Metal Dreams Cirkus Joins the Pipeman at Rocklahoma

In this episode of The Adventures of Pipeman on W4CY Radio, Pipeman sits down with Matt, Gage, and Tommy from the band Cirkus at Rocklahoma Festival. The conversation dives into festival experiences, musical influences, memorable music trivia, and the band’s journey from formation to planning their next album. The episode is filled with festival stories, classic rock anecdotes, band trivia, and advice for aspiring musicians.Main Topics CoveredRocklahoma Festival Atmosphere and Campground LifeInfluences and Inspirations Behind CirkusClassic Rock and Metal History & TriviaThe Band’s Journey and Advice to MusiciansUpcoming Music, Tours, and Social Media InfoKey Discussions & StoriesLife at RocklahomaMatt and the band share their experiences camping at Rocklahoma, comparing it to Vegas, with wild stories and unique campground traditions 00:32.Festival camaraderie, including encounters with longtime attendees and memorable camp setups like “Buses, Boobs, and Buttholes” 01:43.Musical InfluencesMatt discusses being inspired by Randy Rhoads (Ozzy Osbourne’s legendary guitarist) and Zakk Wylde, reflecting on the sacrifices required to hone his craft 02:31.Other influences cited include Phil Anselmo, Ivan Moody, Corey Taylor, and classic artists like Freddie Mercury and Paul McCartney 05:05.Additional band members mention drumming influences: Lars Ulrich, Nick Menza, The Rev, Joey Jordison, and Vinnie Paul 09:08.Stories & Music TriviaPipeman recounts sneaking out as a teenager to see Ozzy Osbourne and unexpectedly discovering his neighbor was Ozzy’s promoter, receiving exclusive music swag and tapes 02:45.Multiple rounds of rock and Beatles trivia—such as Paul McCartney becoming the Beatles’ bassist by chance, and the connection between "Helter Skelter" and Charles Manson 06:46, 08:02.Discussion around Metallica’s early days, including Lars Ulrich’s entrepreneurial role in the band’s formation and impact on music industry practices 12:10.Band JourneyCirkus formed just under two and a half years ago, with Rocklahoma being a milestone the members didn’t anticipate achieving so soon 15:00.The band encourages aspiring musicians to simply start creating and seize opportunities 15:00.Upcoming Music & ShowsAnnouncement of new music being written post-festival season, with plans for another album next year. Expect a heavier, more experimental sound 16:14.Upcoming performances at Rock the Equinox (Stigler, Oklahoma) and The Rail (Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas) 15:49.Notable Quotes“It’s like Vegas, man. Whatever happens in the ground stays in the ground.” 00:43“He’s definitely like the number one reason I started playing guitar, as well as Zakk Wylde, who’s playing tomorrow.” – Matt on Randy Rhoads 02:31“That’s the sacrifice you make to be a great musician, you know, and to do what you love.” – Pipeman 04:42“Literally no ceiling to how far you can go... two years ago I wouldn’t have thought that we’d be here right now getting interviewed.” – Matt 15:14“To me, heavy metal is experimental, you know? That’s what created all this is experimenting.” – Pipeman 16:36Resources & Links MentionedCirkus Socials & Music:Facebook: Cirkus (“C-I-R-K-U-S”) 14:19Instagram: X_CircusOfficial 14:35TikTok: Circus 14:37Available on: Apple Music, Spotify, Pandora, Tidal, Deezer, Napster, Instagram music/reels, YouTube 14:43Upcoming Shows:Rock the Equinox, Stigler, Oklahoma (October) 15:49The Rail, Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas (in 2 weeks) 15:56Referenced Artists/Bands: Living Colour, Ozzy Osbourne, Metallica, Queen, The Beatles, Slipknot, Pantera, AC/DC, Dream Theater, Tool, Rush, Lamb of God, Avenged SevenfoldEpisode HighlightsBehind-the-scenes look at the unique festival culture at RocklahomaPersonal rock legend encounters and relatable coming-of-age stories in musicDeep-dive into musical inspiration and the discipline behind mastering an instrumentInsight on the realities of the modern music business and the value of creative experimentationEncouraging words for fellow musicians: just start, and stay committedFor more information, follow Cirkus on their social platforms and keep an ear out for their upcoming releases and shows!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-adventures-of-pipeman--941822/support.Click Here to Subscribe for PERKS, BONUS Content & FREE GIVEWAYS!Follow @pipemanradio on all socials & Pipeman Radio Requests & Info at www.linktr.ee/pipemanradioStream The Adventures of Pipeman daily & live Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays at 1PM ET on W4CY Radio & Talk 4 TV. Download, Rate & Review the Podcast at The Adventures of Pipeman, Pipeman Radio, Talk 4 Media, iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, YouTube & All Podcast Apps.