Rock n Roll Chicago Podcast
by Ray the Roadie & Hollywood Mike
The Rock n Roll Chicago Podcast is a weekly podcast that interviews bands and musicians from the Chicago area. The podcast is hosted by Ray Bernadisius ("Ray the Roadie") and Mike Metoyer ("Hollywood Mike" of Cadillac Groove, Mike & The Stillmasters). The podcast covers a wide range of topics, including the history of rock n roll in Chicago, the current state of the scene, and the challenges and opportunities facing musicians today. Founded in 2019 by Ray the Roadie and Paul Martin, the two co-hosted the show until 2022. In 2023 Ray was joined by Mike Metoyer as the new show co-host. The Rock n Roll Chicago Podcast is a great resource for fans of rock n roll and musicians alike. The podcast is informative, entertaining, and inspiring. It is a must-listen for anyone who loves rock n roll and wants to learn more about the Chicago music scene. Here are some of the things you can expect to hear on the Rock n Roll Chicago Podcast: Interviews with bands and mus
Episodes
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Ep 299 Paulie & The Shakers
Send us Fan Mail Paulie & The Shakers is a popular, versatile variety cover band based out of the Chicagoland area. They cover a massive range of genres, including Pop, Rock, Country, R&B, Motown, Funk, and Dance hits. Their extensive setlist spans decades of music from the 1950s all the way...
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Ep 298 The Steepwater Band
Send us Fan Mail The Steepwater Band is a roots-rock and blues-rock band originally formed in Chicago, Illinois, in 1998. Known for their earthy, high-energy blend of crackling city blues and classic rock 'n' roll, the band has built a dedicated following through decades of independent touring…
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Ep 297 Scott Carfello
Send us Fan Mail Songwriter Scott Carfello joins us to discuss his songwriting and parodies he has produced. Support the show Podcast edited by Paul Martin. Theme song courtesy of M&R Rush. www.rocknrollchicagopodcast.com
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Ep 296 Chart Attack
Send us Fan Mail Chart Attack is a high-energy, Chicago-area pop-punk party band that describes themselves with a humorous self-awareness as "five old men, loud songs, and bad decisions" (or "elder emos trying to feel young again"). They function as a "pop goes punk" mash-up party band. Rather…
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Ep 295 EphinEpic
Send us Fan Mail EphinEpic is an independent metal group hailing from the Chicago area. Known for their heavy, aggressive sound, their discography includes albums such as Ignite and Exploit This. Genre: Heavy Metal / Aggressive Rock Notable Releases: Albums including Ignite and Exploit This,...
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Ep 294 Suzie Positano
Send us Fan Mail Suzie Positano is the President and CEO of 1126 Entertainment, a Chicago-area entertainment company heavily involved in booking, promoting, and developing local musicians and bands. A 2019 Daily Herald profile described Suzie as someone who had been actively searching for...
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Ep 293 Tyler Holcomb
Send us Fan Mail Tyler Holcomb is a veteran singer and musician from the Chicagoland area, best known for his work in popular local rock and tribute bands. Performs as the lead singer for ARRA, one of Chicagoland's most prominent classic rock cover bands. Co-founded the tribute act Bon Journeyed...
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Ep 292 Tommy Joe Musical Show
Send us Fan Mail The Tommy Joe Musical Show is an eclectic, country-and-rock solo performance act created by musician Tom Repetny. The show blends classic country tunes (Hank Williams, Johnny Cash), female country anthems (Jolene, Stand By Your Man), classic rock hits by bands like The Beatles…
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Epp 291 Timeline Rocks Chicago
Send us Fan Mail Timeline Rocks Chicago is a local cover band active across Chicagoland, known for delivering a heavier, hard-hitting twist on classic rock and progressive tracks. Rather than performing straightforward radio renditions, they frequently play heavy metal and hard rock re-imaginings...
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Ep 290 Altered Root
Send us Fan Mail Support the show Podcast edited by Paul Martin. Theme song courtesy of M&R Rush. www.rocknrollchicagopodcast.com
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Ep 289 Jake Vaughn
Send us Fan Mail Jake Vaughn’s story begins in a small town where music was more than a hobby; it was a lifeline. From the first time he picked up a guitar, he knew it was something he was meant to do. What started as late nights playing in small local bars soon turned into bigger stages, louder...
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Ep 288 Deb VanDril
Send us Fan Mail Deb VanDril is a local musician, singer/songwriter, and active music community emcee based in the southwest suburbs of the Chicago area. While she maintains a more intimate, local footprint rather than a major commercial recording presence, she is well-known in the regional craft...
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Ep 287 Rochambeau
Send us Fan Mail Rochambeau is a Chicago-based bluegrass band known for bringing high-energy acoustic music to local venues, festivals, and private events across the region. Blending classic bluegrass instrumentation with a driving, collaborative performance style, their sound features a mix of...
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Ep 286 Dr. Don & the 59er's
Send us Fan Mail Timeless Rock & Roll. Support the show Podcast edited by Paul Martin. Theme song courtesy of M&R Rush. www.rocknrollchicagopodcast.com
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Ep 285 Riplock
Send us Fan Mail Riplock is an emerging contemporary country-rock band based out of the Midwest country-rock music scene. The band is fronted by co-leaders Matt Ripsch and Elijah Somlock, who grew up in Kendall County, Illinois (southwest of the Chicago metropolitan area). They are known for...
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Ep 284 The Usual Suspects
Send us Fan Mail The Usual Suspects group is a highly popular event and party band. They specialize in a versatile blend of classic rock, country rock, oldies, and high-energy party rock. Support the show Podcast edited by Paul Martin. Theme song courtesy of M&R Rush. www.rocknrollchicagopodcast.com
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Ep 283 Port Authority
Send us Fan Mail Port Authority is a rock band from Chicago’s South Side, formed in 8th grade by John McFarland and Scott Bonshire. Reuniting in 2025 with Kristen McFarland on vocals and Brian Sarna on bass, the band returns with fresh energy and classic rock roots. Support the show Podcast…
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Ep 282 Dan Peters Band
Send us Fan Mail The Dan Peters Band (often referred to as DPB) is a high-energy group based in Chicago that blends a wide variety of genres, including rock, funk, blues, jazz, and jam-band styles. The group is led by Dan "The Shredabilly" Peters, a versatile Chicago-born guitarist and vocalist...
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Ep 281 Bottomz Up
Send us Fan Mail The Bottomz Up Band is a high-energy dance and cover band based in the Chicago area. They are known for performing a wide variety of "feel-good" music, spanning genres such as country, classic rock, pop, disco, new wave, and funk. Support the show Podcast edited by Paul Martin....
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Ep 280 No Crying In Baseball
Send us Fan Mail No Crying In Baseball is a Chicago-based 90s rock tribute band. They specialize in alternative and rock hits from the 1990s, covering artists like Nirvana and Gin Blossoms. Support the show Podcast edited by Paul Martin. Theme song courtesy of M&R Rush....
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Ep 279 Reach for the Stars - The M&R Rush Story
Send us Fan Mail Reach for The Stars: The M&R Rush Story, the authorized biography of Chicago’s enduring rock band M&R Rush, will be released on May 7, 2026. Written by James Arvia, the book captures more than fifty years of music, friendship, and the unmistakable Chicago spirit that shaped one…
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Ep 278 The Resurrection Blues Band
Send us Fan Mail Born From Good Times, Bad Times, & the Blues. Herald-Palladium Readers Choice Award Winners of 2024. Best local entertainment and Blues Rock Band. Rodney Mills on Vocals and Guitar, Frank Rotondo on Bass, Billy Canty on Drums and Percussion. Newest EP out in May 2025 with another...
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Ep 277 Billy Gray
Send us Fan Mail Billy Gray Music is a Chicago-area country / outlaw-country act led by Billy Gray — a West Virginia native who moved to Illinois and performs originals and classic country covers with a backing group often billed as “Billy Gray Music” or “Billy Gray Music and his Band of…
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Ep 276 Cherry Bomb
Send us Fan Mail Cherry Bomb Chicago is a live music cover band based in the Chicago area, specializing in tribute performances to popular female artists from the 1990s to today, covering artists ranging from Halestorm to Lady Gaga. They are known as a female-fronted band performing high-energy...
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Ep 275 Claremont Drive
Send us Fan Mail Let your mind drift back to the good old days. You're cruising in your car with the windows down, the radio up and your favorite girl (or guy!) by your side hoping to hear your favorite song. You might head to the local burger drive in or perhaps just park under the moon-lit sky…
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Ep 274 Judson Brown Band
Send us Fan Mail The Judson Brown Band specializes in violin heavy Classic Rock and Modern Country. It's like your iPod on shuffle... only better! In addition to their diverse set list, the band loves challenges, and entertains most any request on the spot. Judson Brown (formerly of Bella Cain)…
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Ep 273 Spring Soul Sessions feat. Jamey McLaren & Kiethen Banks
Send us Fan Mail Spring Soul Sessions – A Night of Blues, Gospel, Jazz & Soul Join us for an unforgettable evening of live music as Spring Soul Sessions brings the rich history of American music to life through blues, gospel, jazz, and soul. This is not just a concert — it’s a cultural…
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Ep 272 Handsome Devils
Send us Fan Mail A blast from the past! Rockabilly music from the original legends like Elvis, Johnny Cash, Chuck Berry, Jerry Lee Lewis. Support the show Podcast edited by Paul Martin. Theme song courtesy of M&R Rush. www.rocknrollchicagopodcast.com
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Ep 271 The Leftovers
Send us Fan Mail Don't look in the refrigerator for The Leftovers. Check them out at a venue near you. Bringing you the perfect blend of music for everyone's liking! Support the show Podcast edited by Paul Martin. Theme song courtesy of M&R Rush. www.rocknrollchicagopodcast.com
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Ep 270 Chicago Rockhouse
Send us Fan Mail Cover bands really are a dime-a-dozen as they say. But once in awhile a new project forms that manages to combine not only interesting songs, but a new way to present them to an audience. Rockhouse delivers on both fronts. Support the show Podcast edited by Paul Martin. Theme…
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Ep 269 Elroy Acoustic
Send us Fan Mail John’s passion for music started at a young age and has sustained its momentum over the years, even after taking a backseat to raising four amazing children. After countless open mics, karaoke nights and endless hours of practice, John booked his first gig. Since then, John has...
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Ep 268 Shades of Grey - S.O.G
Send us Fan Mail A Chicago based music group. The group consists of four members who are Dave Wolak - lead/rhythm guitarist, Marco Obaya - bass guitarist , Anthony Simmons - drummer and Xavier Keller - lead vocalist. All four members are known as the musician, songwriter and producer. They are…
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Ep 267 Good Country
Send us Fan Mail Good Country plays all the best of country music from the 90's and 2000's. Their mission is to have their fans dancing and singing along with them! Support the show Podcast edited by Paul Martin. Theme song courtesy of M&R Rush. www.rocknrollchicagopodcast.com
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Ep 266 Rockaholics
Send us Fan Mail The Rockaholics play a very unique and nuanced variety of crowd-pleasing covers and play them phenomenally well. They are all exceptional musicians in their own rights, are very professional, easy to work with and have not left a crowd unsatisfied. Support the show Podcast edited...
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Ep 265 Lisa Canning
Send us Fan Mail Lisa is a firm believer that artists are here on this earth to make a difference in the lives of others. One of the ways she makes a difference is by helping clarinetists find their voice on the right instrument. She says the most amazing thing about learning to play a wind...
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Ep 264 The Gringo Bros.
Send us Fan Mail The Gringo Bros. exist to remind you what real rock sounds like. They take those legendary riffs you grew up on and inject them with raw, unapologetic energy - because these songs deserve to be played right. Support the show Podcast edited by Paul Martin. Theme song courtesy of…
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Ep 263 Wildeye
Send us Fan Mail " WILDEYE BAND" is a high energy audience pleasing band covering hits from the 60's 70's and 80's and 90’s Classic Rock & Country. Only Radio hits and artist you know. Support the show Podcast edited by Paul Martin. Theme song courtesy of M&R Rush. www.rocknrollchicagopodcast.com
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Ep 262 The Shining
Send us Fan Mail As mankind deteriorates, The Shining has amused itself with the craft of music. Wretched human filth gather in dark, smoke-filled bars throughout Chicago land lured by the promise of a rock show. With the stage set, the music kicks in and the Shining is on. Loud, grinding…
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Ep 261 Pete Stillwell
Send us Fan Mail Pete Stillwell is an American singer-songwriter and guitarist, mainly known for his rock music in the Illinois music scene. His songwriting combines '90s rock and classic rock influences with hints of blues, funk, and southern rock. His personal influences include the Steve…
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Ep 260 Ryan Craig
Send us Fan Mail Ryan Craig is a traveling Nashville Recording Artist that frequents the music row scene & the Midwest! Ryan's hometown is Peotone, IL where he was born and raised. The aspiring artist picked up the guitar 4 years ago and hasn't looked back. Coming out with his two singles...
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Ep 259 The Omnitones
Send us Fan Mail The Omnitones are an independent alternative rock band from the Western Suburbs of Chicago that formed in 2023. They blend their eclectic music tastes to offer a unique and refreshing take on the music they all enjoy. The Omnitones compose, record, and produce their own albums to...
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Ep 258 Dance Monkey
Send us Fan Mail This episode features the band Dance Monkey, a theatrical three-piece cover and show band known for diverse musical performances and creative stage antics. Frontman Mike discusses the band's origins, having formed after his time with Sushi Roll, and describes their emphasis on...
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Ep 257 Rick Andrews Schlegel
Send us Fan Mail The episode is a casual conversation between musicians discussing their experiences in the local music scene, including performances, collaborations, and challenges faced during gigs. Traffic and Infrastructure Issues The discussion highlights frustrations with local traffic...
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Ep 256 Rialto Square Theater (with Lou Fiala & Leann Hoffrogge)
Send us Fan Mail The is a podcast episode discussing the Rialto Square Theater, its history, and an upcoming fundraising event at Corrigan's. Rialto Square Theater Overview The Rialto Square Theater is a historic venue celebrating its 100th anniversary, known for its stunning architecture and...
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Ep 255 The Fabulous FabTones
Send us Fan Mail The is a podcast episode featuring a discussion about the music scene, memories of a late band member, and the history of the Fabulous Fab Tones band. The Rock and Roll Chicago Podcast Introduction The podcast features hosts Ray the Roadie and Hollywood Mike discussing various...
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Ep 254 The Transference
Send us Fan Mail The Transference is an indie rock/power pop band from Chicago. Dark themes get paired with playful lines and reflections on inter- and inner-connectedness. Their sound, a complex tapestry of alt rock pop, bears the indelible mark of Psychedelic and Glam Rock influences…
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Ep 253 D-Rox (Desiree Megrant)
Send us Fan Mail Started playing piano and saxophone at a very young age. Highly influenced by her father, who played with big names like Frank Sinatra, B.B. King, Jerry Lee Lewis. She performs a variety of genres: covers, originals; styles range from pop, blues, country, classic rock and more....
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Ep 252 The Band Dudes
Send us Fan Mail Mike was co-hosting open mic nights in the Region when he met Karl. While playing some original music at the open mic nights, the guys knew that the music felt elevated and something good was going on. Mike and Karl, along with the Region Buzz 219 team went into the studio in…
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Ep 251 Sam Burns
Send us Fan Mail Reviews of Samuel “Sam" Burns highlight him as a talented and versatile jazz guitarist and bandleader, praised for his improvisation, stage presence, and teaching abilities, particularly within the Chicago-land area. Customers and gig-goers appreciate his professionalism,...
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Ep 250 Outpatience
Send us Fan Mail Outpatience is a fun, energetic rock band that covers a wide variety of artists from A/C-D/C to The Who. A highly entertaining band that takes pride in engaging the audience. Support the show Podcast edited by Paul Martin. Theme song courtesy of M&R Rush....
About this show
The Rock n Roll Chicago Podcast is a weekly podcast that interviews bands and musicians from the Chicago area. The podcast is hosted by Ray Bernadisius ("Ray the Roadie") and Mike Metoyer ("Hollywood Mike" of Cadillac Groove, Mike & The Stillmasters). The podcast covers a wide range of topics, including the history of rock n roll in Chicago, the current state of the scene, and the challenges and opportunities facing musicians today.
Founded in 2019 by Ray the Roadie and Paul Martin, the two co-hosted the show until 2022. In 2023 Ray was joined by Mike Metoyer as the new show co-host.
The Rock n Roll Chicago Podcast is a great resource for fans of rock n roll and musicians alike. The podcast is informative, entertaining, and inspiring. It is a must-listen for anyone who loves rock n roll and wants to learn more about the Chicago music scene.
Here are some of the things you can expect to hear on the Rock n Roll Chicago Podcast:
Interviews with bands and mus
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Ray the Roadie & Hollywood Mike
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