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Rants, Raves & Rock ’n Roll

Big Blend Radio Network

Big Blend Radio’s ”Rants, Raves & Rock ’n Roll” Podcast is all about music, issue-driven conversations, and a little shenanigans!

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1:01:52

Filmmaker & Director Sean Claffey - Americonned...

Rants, Raves & Rock ’n Roll ·

2023/06/12

This episode of Big Blend Radio features veteran filmmaker and director Sean Claffey, who discusses his award-winning documentary AMERICONNED - TIME TO RISE, released through Shine the Light Films.WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/JF2Hnu6gaqIOver the past few generations, millions in the middle class have been pushed to the edge and even into poverty. Shamed into believing that if they tried harder things might work out, the middle class has been silent. No more. AMERICONNED exposes the inside

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22:26

Brian Tarquin - Brothers in Arms Album Supports Veterans

Rants, Raves & Rock ’n Roll ·

2023/05/29

This episode of Big Blend Radio features Part 2 of the "Brothers in Arms" conversation with multi-Emmy award-winning guitarist/composer Brian Tarquin. Hear about his latest Heavy Friends album "Brothers in Arms" that was inspired by those military soldiers who have fought for their country, and, how partial proceeds from the sales go to the Fisher House Foundation who supplies housing to veterans' families while they are hospitalized. DONATION LINK: https://tinyurl.com/bdze82zaNominated for four

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41:58

Warr Guitarist Jason Blake

Rants, Raves & Rock ’n Roll ·

2023/05/22

This episode of Big Blend Radio features guitarist Jason Blake who has established himself as “one of the most distinguished technicians on the Warr.”The Warr guitar is a unique twelve-string instrument incorporating the range of a guitar and bass that is played by tapping the strings, a technique known as touchstyle.“Subsequent Ruins" is Jason's new solo instrumental progressive rock album that features the Warr guitar as the sole melodic instrument along with Marco Minnemann on drums. The songs

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42:56

David Noble - Pardon the Interruption Band

Rants, Raves & Rock ’n Roll ·

2023/04/24

Roaring out of the fog-shrouded hills of Sonoma and drowning out the chatter, prog-pop troubadours PARDON THE INTERRUPTION (aka PTI) are taking their place and asserting their voice in the storied musical conversation of the San Francisco Bay Area.This episode of Big Blend Radio features David Noble, founder, lead singer and guitarist of Pardon the Interruption who discusses the band's music and latest album HOT N’ FRESH, that finds them in full stride with nine original tracks mining every corner

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48:55

Multi-instrumentalist Matt Dorsey - Let Go Album

Rants, Raves & Rock ’n Roll ·

2023/03/31

This episode of Big Blend Radio features Matt Dorsey, a singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist from Orange County, CA. Best known as a founding member of Sound of Contact he has also played with Beth Hart, Dave Kerzner, In Continuum, and most recently with the all-star progressive rock cover band ProgJect.WATCH THIS INTERVIEW ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/z88AwVF8l_MHear about Matt's new progressive rock album "Let Go." On it. Matt sings and plays guitars, bass, keyboards, percussion and, on two of

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38:06

Brett Boyd & Raj Ramayya - The Beautiful Losers

Rants, Raves & Rock ’n Roll ·

2023/03/30

This episode of Big Blend Radio features internationally esteemed professional songwriters Indo-Canadian Raj Ramayya and San Francisco native Brett Boyd, who discuss their latest album "San Francisco." Known as THE BEAUTIFUL LOSERS, their music is described as “Indian-influenced electro-acoustic alternative rock." Though they draw influence from a wide range of iconic rock artists, it’s their diverse and innovative musical style and their unforgettable songs with poignant lyrics that define and set

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30:01

Blues-Rocker Clay Melton

Rants, Raves & Rock ’n Roll ·

2023/03/29

Blues-rock prodigies are a special breed... This episode of Big Blend Radio features Louisiana-born and Texas-based blues-rocker ⁠Clay Melton. ⁠His powerfully raspy voice and wicked guitar licks leave no doubt he’s grown up in the school of barroom blues-rock. Enjoy the conversation and the two new singles from his forthcoming new album "Alive on a Wire" (released February 24, 2023), and the second new single, "Runner" which will be released on April 14, 2023. More: https://www.claymelton.com/

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29:31

Riki Rachtman - One Foot in the Gutter Tour

Rants, Raves & Rock ’n Roll ·

2023/03/27

This episode of Big Blend Radio features Riki Rachtman, former host of the MTV Heavy Metal show "Headbangers Ball", and creator of the iconicCathouse nightclub in Hollywood.WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/G4SYzlBbz4gFor decades Riki has been the face of hard rock and heavy metal having worked with some of the biggest names in rock 'n roll, and he's sharing some of those wild stories on his "One Foot In The Gutter" one man show in America and in Australia. "One Foot in the Gutter" is a fun fast

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40:25

Garnet Grimm and Pat DeSalvo - Savoy Brown Band

Rants, Raves & Rock ’n Roll ·

2023/03/13

Legendary British blues-rock band Savoy Brown have released a new album "Blues All Around" on Quarto Valley Records after the passing of acclaimed founder, Kim Simmonds. The album showcases Kim's most-inspired guitar work and expressive vocals, since his illness during the recording sessions lead him to play a great deal more slide guitar than on previous albums.On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Savoy Brown drummer Garnet Grimm and bass player Pat DeSalvo talk about their friendship and

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1:04:10

Catching Up with Suzy and Simon - Starlite and...

Rants, Raves & Rock ’n Roll ·

2023/02/28

This episode of Big Blend Radio features "Starlite & Campbell," the husband/wife music duo Suzy Starlite and Simon Campbell. Suzy is a songwriter, visual artist, and multi-instrumentalist. Simon is an artist, multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, songwriter and music producer.WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/az8DEtkgyNsHear about their recent tour and current projects including their new multimedia project 'Starlite.One' and podcast "The Supertone" and so much more. Keep up with their

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35:31

Guitarist Brian Tarquin - Brothers in Arms Album

Rants, Raves & Rock ’n Roll ·

2023/02/21

This episode of Big Blend Radio features multi-Emmy award-winning guitarist/composer Brian Tarquin who discusses his new Heavy Friends album "Brothers in Arms" featuring such iconic guitarists as Joe Satriani, Vinnie Moore (UFO), Ron ‘Bumblefoot’ Thal (Guns N’ Roses), Alex De Rosso (Dokken), Travis Stever (Coheed & Cambria), Jeff Duncan (Armored Saint), Johannes Weik (Son of a Bach), Gerald Gradwohl (Tangerine Dream), Chris Haskett (Henry Rollins Band). WATCH THIS INTERVIEW WITH FULL SOUNDTRACKS

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17:56

Brandon Kramer and Louis L. Reed - The First Step...

Rants, Raves & Rock ’n Roll ·

2023/02/20

This episode of Big Blend Radio features director/filmmaker Brandon Kramer and Louis L. Reed, Sr. Director of Membership and Partnerships for the REFORM Alliance, who discuss the documentary film THE FIRST STEP."The First Step" is an independent production of Meridian Hill Pictures that focuses on how in a divided America, Van Jones controversially works across party lines on landmark criminal justice reform and a more humane response to America's addiction crisis. Attempting to be a bridge builder

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41:43

Mercury - New Priest Album, Body Machine

Rants, Raves & Rock ’n Roll ·

2022/06/30

This episode of Big Blend Radio features Mercury, Swedish vocalist and co-founder of Priest, who talks about their new album BODY MACHINE. Priest, who describes its musical vision as a of blend of darkwave and industrial goth, also has a talent for creating catchy, melodic hooks, memorable synth riffs and heavy, throbbing rhythms in its music, which is very much in evidence on the ten tracks on Body Machine. Think of a darker, heavier Depeche Mode, a band who has been a big influence on Priest over

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1:08:17

Jack Starr - Souls of the Innocent

Rants, Raves & Rock ’n Roll ·

2022/06/27

This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Music Monday" Show features Jack Starr, founder of US power metal band, Jack Starr's Burning Starr. The band is proud and excited to release its new album, "Souls of the Innocent," worldwide on Global Rock Records, on July 15, 2022. Jack, a co-founder of influential and beloved metal band Virgin Steele, has been a household name in the metal scene for decades and has always surrounded himself with exceptional musicians.The current lineup of Burning Starr, who all

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42:20

Hard Rock Vocalist Doogie White - As Yet Untitled

Rants, Raves & Rock ’n Roll ·

2021/08/09

This episode of Big Blend Radio features acclaimed Scottish hard rock vocalist Doogie White, who discusses the reissue of his solo album "As Yet Untitled." It's a dramatic and hard-hitting album and, a decade on from its original release, remains compelling and fresh. This 2CD reissue, packed with great songs and great musicians celebrates not only the anniversary but the career and talent of Doogie White himself.Doogie is currently the lead vocalist in longtime UK hard rock band Alcatrazz, but is

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46:44

The Reunited States - Filmmaker Ben Rekhi on Big...

Rants, Raves & Rock ’n Roll ·

2021/02/04

While the country is split into two warring factions, The Reunited States is an urgent documentary that follows four everyday heroes on the difficult journey of bridging our political divides. This powerful and urgent documentary focuses on hope and solutions instead of dwelling in our differences. Based on the book of the same name by Mark Gerzon, “The Reunited States” is out now in Virtual Cinemas and will be available on VOD platforms February 9, 2021. This episode of Big Blend Radio features

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46:57

Big Blend Radio: Jairo Vargas of Bayonics -...

Rants, Raves & Rock ’n Roll ·

2019/08/23

Lead singer Jairo Vargas discusses the band and the worldwide release of their highly anticipated new album “Resilience.” Born in the San Francisco Mission District, for the past two decades BAYONICS has mixed Reggae and Latin music to create a style as unique as the city they call home. www.bayonics.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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43:20

Broken Bargain - Kathleen Day on Big Blend Radio

Rants, Raves & Rock ’n Roll ·

2019/02/28

Award-winning journalist and author Kathleen Day discusses her book, “Broken Bargain: Bankers, Bailouts, and the Struggle to Tame Wall Street,” that shows how a bargain between the government and Wall Street has evolved. www.KathleenDay.comFeatured music is "To the Bones" by www.EverettCoast.comThanks to www.JKSCommunications.com for sponsoring this segment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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54:18

A Dangerous Idea Documentary - Stephanie Welch on Big...

Rants, Raves & Rock ’n Roll ·

2018/10/01

Filmmaker Stephanie Welch discusses her debut feature film “A DANGEROUS IDEA: Eugenics, Genetics and The American Dream.”Dealing with the interconnections of complex topics within the arena of science, history and politics, A Dangerous Idea effectively brings to light how false scientific claims have rolled back long fought for gains in equality, and how powerful interests are poised once again to use the gene myth to unravel the American Dream. The film is also a radical reassessment of the

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52:41

Let My People Vote Movie - Gilda Ann Brasch on Big...

Rants, Raves & Rock ’n Roll ·

2018/08/15

Acclaimed film director Gilda Ann Brasch discusses Let My People Vote Movie, the 2018 award winning short documentary exposing the harsh voter suppression laws that prohibit 6.1 million Americans from voting. The film is fast becoming a rallying call for youth to participate in the midterm elections. www.LetMyPeopleVoteMovie.com Featured music on this episode is 'We Are the Many' by Makana - www.MakanaMusic.com Thanks National Parks Arts Foundation for sponsoring this episode -

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