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Ropes N Riffs - A Podcast About Wrestling, Music, and Wrestling Entrance Themes

The Ropes N Riffs Podcast

About The Host: John Kiernan is a wrestling entrance theme song composer with over 150 themes written for wrestlers in various promotions such as NJPW, WWE, ROH, MLW, and many more. As a professional musician, a veteran in the podcasting space, an avid pro wrestling fan and wrestling personality by way of creating the soundtracks for your favorite wrestlers, John Kiernan forges his latest podcasting venture into diving into stories of music, stories from the road, and wrestling from all walks of

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All Episodes

47:35

Vicki Venuto AKA Vicious Vicki on Working With...

Ropes N Riffs - A Podcast About Wrestling, Music, and... ·

2025/03/12

Vicki Venuto, also known as Vicious Vicki shares her journey through the wrestling world, her experiences with TNA, and how wrestling entrance theme song composer John Kiernan and her worked on her first theme, then she worked with entrance theme song legends Downstait on her current entrance theme.Vicki and John discuss her character evolution, the influence of Linkin Park on her life, and her aspirations for the future. Vicki emphasizes the importance of being open and vulnerable in her career,

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52:18

Downstait's Zack Call on Cody Rhodes Theme, Indi...

Ropes N Riffs - A Podcast About Wrestling, Music, and... ·

2025/02/27

John Kiernan and Zack from wrestling entrance theme Downstait discuss their collaborative process in creating wrestling themes, the impact of their music in the wrestling industry, and the evolution of wrestler's themes over time. They highlight their work with various wrestlers, including the new entrance theme for Indi Hartwell called Hart Won't Quit, Cody Rhodes now iconic entrance theme, Kingdom, as well as the theme that John Kiernan and Downstait worked on together for Matt Cardona and Brian

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30:30

Marty Friedman on Playing Tanahashi To The Ring For...

Ropes N Riffs - A Podcast About Wrestling, Music, and... ·

2025/02/02

Guitar legend Marty Friedman shares his experiences in music and wrestling, particularly his memorable performance playing Tanahashi to the ring at NJPW's Wrestle Kingdom 8 against Shinsuke Nakamura. He discusses the importance of entrance themes in wrestling, the preparation involved in live performances, and the connection between music and wrestling. The conversation also delves into the differences between Japanese and Western music influences, culminating in a discussion about his latest album,

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58:49

PJ Black on His Favorite Theme, Friendship with Bray...

Ropes N Riffs - A Podcast About Wrestling, Music, and... ·

2025/01/28

PJ Black, known for his dynamic wrestling career and innovative entrance themes, discusses his journey through the wrestling industry, focusing on his musical influences and character development. From his early days in WWE to the evolution of his persona into Dr. Black, PJ shares insights into the creative process behind his entrance themes such as You Will Believe In Me, the importance of character in wrestling, and the impact of social media on modern wrestling storytelling. He reflects on his

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38:22

Reby Hardy on Broken Hardys Bound For Glory Entrance,...

Ropes N Riffs - A Podcast About Wrestling, Music, and... ·

2025/01/20

🔔Subscribe To The Show! https://www.youtube.com/@ropesnriffs?sub_confirmation=1Reby Hardy and John Kiernan talk about Reby's unique journey through music and wrestling, discussing her classical piano upbringing, her pivotal role in the Broken and Woken Universes, and the creative processes behind her performances. Reby discusses her Bound For Glory live entrance performance for Jeff Hardy and Matt Hardy with the Broken Universe, her aspirations for future music projects, and the influence of her

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44:31

Adam Page Theme Composer Vincent Pedulla on Hangman...

Ropes N Riffs - A Podcast About Wrestling, Music, and... ·

2025/01/10

Adam Page's AEW theme song composer Vincent Pedulla discuss the intricacies of creating entrance music for professional wrestlers. They explore Vincent's diverse background in music composition across various media, the evolution of Adam Page's themes from Ghost Town Triumph to Black Hat, and the essential elements that make Adam Page's theme resonate with audiences. The discussion also touches on the emotional impact of music in wrestling and how it reflects the character's journey. John Kiernan

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53:15

Emily Whitehurst on Tsunami Bomb, Survival Guide, Her...

Ropes N Riffs - A Podcast About Wrestling, Music, and... ·

2024/12/28

🔔Subscribe To The Show! https://www.youtube.com/@ropesnriffs?sub_confirmation=1John Kiernan interviews Emily Whitehurst, formerly Agent M of Tsunami Bomb, a multifaceted artist known for her solo project, Survival Guide. They discuss Emily's new cocktail book, Death Drinks, which pairs cocktails with songs from her album Death Dreams. The conversation delves into her creative process, the evolution of her music, and her experiences transitioning from a band member to a solo artist. Emily shares

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01:00:10

Lince Dorado on Building his Lucha Lit Brand, His...

Ropes N Riffs - A Podcast About Wrestling, Music, and... ·

2024/12/17

🔔Subscribe To The Show! https://www.youtube.com/@ropesnriffs?sub_confirmation=1🎧Listen anywhere you listen to podcasts: https://ropes-n-riffs.captivate.fm/listenLince Dorado and John Kiernan delve into the significance of music in wrestling, exploring how themes contribute to character development and audience connection. They discuss the evolution of wrestling music, the disconnect between wrestlers and their themes, and the personal journey of Lince in crafting his unique sound. The dialogue

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38:57

Mega Ran on Shelton Benjamin's AEW Theme, New Day...

Ropes N Riffs - A Podcast About Wrestling, Music, and... ·

2024/12/10

🔔Subscribe To The Show! https://www.youtube.com/@ropesnriffs?sub_confirmation=1Joining us today is none other than Mega Ran! Mega Ran is a multifaceted artist known for his work in music, wrestling themes, and education. John Kiernan and Mega Ran discuss his journey, his collaborations with wrestlers such as how MVP tapped him to rap on Shelton Benjamin's AEW theme, and how he navigates his diverse passions. The conversation highlights the importance of authenticity in creative work, the impact of

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01:01:53

Kevin Lacerda on Will Ospreay's Theme, Working with...

Ropes N Riffs - A Podcast About Wrestling, Music, and... ·

2024/12/02

Kevin Lacerda of It Lives, It Breathes and Damn Nation and John discuss...what else? Music in wrestling! Kevin talks about creating Will Ospreay's theme, Elevated, wanting to play Will Ospreay to the ring, as well as lending his voice to Action Andretti and Johnny TV's AEW entrance themes. Kevin also touches on getting to work with AEW music composer Mikey Rukus on those tracks and what his dream performance would be. They also talk about co-writing Brian Myers' Theme, The Ride, for TNA Wrestling

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33:50

Donovan Dijak - Working with Mikey Rukus, His...

Ropes N Riffs - A Podcast About Wrestling, Music, and... ·

2024/11/27

Donovan Dijak discusses his journey as a professional wrestler, focusing on the significance of entrance music in shaping his character and presentation. He shares insights into his creative process when selecting themes, the evolution of his character, and the collaboration with AEW entrance theme composer Mikey Rukus on his newest theme, "Capital Punishment". Dijak emphasizes the importance of confidence and how music enhances the overall performance, making it a vital element in wrestling. He

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50:27

Mercedes Martinez on 24 Years In Wrestling, Her...

Ropes N Riffs - A Podcast About Wrestling, Music, and... ·

2024/11/25

Mercedes Martinez reflects on her 24-year journey in wrestling, discussing the significance of entrance music, the evolution of her themes, and the importance of lyrics in connecting with fans. She shares insights into her musical influences, the collaborative process of creating tag team themes, and the critical role of timing in wrestling music. Mercedes emphasizes her gratitude for her career and her commitment to evolving as a performer. In this conversation, Mercedes Martinez discusses the

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