Growing Up in the Chicago Music Scene | Wolfgang Paul of ARRA & Tom Sawyer – Part 2 | Hogpod Podcast

The Hogpod Podcast returns with Part 2 of our in-depth conversation with Wolfgang Paul—one of the most talented drummers in Chicago, currently rocking with ARRA and Tom Sawyer. Join hosts Mike Orfanos, Mike Dermont, Pete Jansons, and Chris "Rhodesy" Rhodes as they dive into Wolfie’s journey from his early days carrying a blue guitar to gigs, to making his mark in bands like Wireless Soul, Wolf Gang, and beyond.Hear what it’s really like growing up in the heart of the Chicago music scene, the evolution of “dad rock,” balancing multiple projects, and stories from inside the world of drum solos, tribute bands, and Chicago’s legendary venues. There’s laughter, behind-the-scenes insight, and true musician camaraderie—plus gear talk, progressive rock debates, and why the Windy City community means so much to all.Key Moments:0:00 Wolfgang Paul Drum Solo Working Man    • TOM SAWYER A TRIBUTE TO RUSH WORKING ...   Thank you Brian White14:18 What’s it like growing up in the Chicago music scene?15:00 Does Wolfie like any of the new music out today?15:30 “Dad Rock?”16:25 What is the attention span of people listening to music these days?17:16 7th Heaven 30 songs 30 minutes17:55 Wolfie’s journey of projects18:30 Dave Uhrich’s Guitar Site    / @davesguitarsite  22:57 Tony Mok Clip    • HOGPOD Chicago Music Scene Podcast: T...  23:30 How did the Coterie start?25:20 How did Rush tribute band Tom Sawyer come in to play26:50 Drum kits27:45 Gongs28:20 Top gong songs?28:50 Struckdown YT Tribute32:00 Chris Rhodes’ thoughts when he first saw Wolfie33:20 Congrats on graduation Wolfie! What was Wolfie’s punishment as a kid if he acted up?34:55 Best drum solo all time?37:45 What is a percussionist’s favorite solo?42:10 Is a drum solo important to a lead singer?44:50 Prog Rock45:31 Original band versus a cover band46:40 Math Rock47:00 But...what is progressive rock? https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Progres...48:30 Wolfie’s latest project ARRA51:15 What songs are challenging for Wolfie?54:30 Tom Sawyer still going strong Broken Oar Oct 24   / 638316339106937  56:10 Wolfie plays bass and sings too!57:00 Chris Rhodes drummer for hire gigs   / chris.rhodes.142  🎧 Enjoying the show? Support Hogpod on Patreon and help us keep the Chicago music stories alive!  / hogpod  Are you a band, club owner, or booker and want to be on the show? Reach out to Beth Miller for booking:[email protected]’t miss this inside look at one of Chicago’s most versatile drummers—hit play and join the jam with the Hogpod crew!Hashtags#Hogpod #ChicagoMusic #WolfgangPaul #ARRA #TomSawyer #Drummer #ChicagoBands #MusicPodcast #DadRock #ProgressiveRock #MikeOrfanos #MikeDermont #PeteJansons #ChrisRhodesyRhodes #BethMiller