Decibel Geek Podcast

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Decibel Geek is a weekly podcast that features discussion of all things Hard Rock & Heavy Metal from the 1960's through today. The show is hosted by Chris Czynszak & AAron Camaro, lifelong fans of the genre. Each week, Chris & AAron discuss new releases, classic albums, and everything in between. They also interview musicians, industry insiders, and other experts on the subject. Decibel Geek is a must-listen for any fan of Hard Rock & Heavy Metal. The show is informative, entertaining, and always insightful. Chris & Aaron and their guests are passionate about the genre, and it shows in their discussions. If you're looking for a podcast that will keep you up-to-date on the latest news and trends in Hard Rock & Heavy Metal, then Decibel Geek is the show for you. Here are some of the things you can expect on Decibel Geek: - Discussion of new releases, classic albums, and everything in between - Interviews with musicians, industry insiders, and other experts on the subject - Informative, entertaining, and insightful discussions - A passion for the genre from the hosts and guests If you're a fan of Hard Rock & Heavy Metal, then you need to subscribe to Decibel Geek. The show is available on all major podcast platforms. So what are you waiting for? Start listening today!

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Geekwire Live From Indy - Ep529

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05/25/23 • 49 min

We've been on vacation but didn't want to leave you hanging so this week you're getting Geekwire Live from Indy!

While preparing for their upcoming in-person interview with Klaus from Ugly Kid Joe (coming soon), Chris and Aaron (and their wives) were hanging at a house in Indianapolis along with friends "Metal" Mike Gahafer of Voltage Junkie photography as well the world famous Mooger Fooger (as well as Mrs. Fooger). With drinks flowing and fun being had, the guys decided to break out the digital recorder and go over several current rock stories.

In this episode we take on numerous topics including the release of the first single from Dolly Parton's "rock" album, KISS cancelling a show in England, the lack of a Eddie Van Halen tribute concert, Jason Newsted returning to the stage, Motley Crue vs RATT, Paul Di'Anno bashing Ghost, new Greta Van Fleet, new Doro, and more!

All that and rock star birthdays, death days, and upcoming albums. We hope you enjoy Geekwire Live from Indy and SHARE with a friend!

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Shootin' the Breeze with Dawn of the Rising - Ep550

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10/25/23 • 87 min

This week Aaron hangs out with Ray and Iggy from Dawn of the Rising during their recent trip to Nashville. The guys were in town to attend the Josie Awards at The Grand Ole Opry where they were nominated for Rock Group of the Year. Chris was attending to an family matter at the time but Aaron got to sit down with the guys to talk about numerous topics including the band, future plans/recordings, the awards show, and tons more.

Additionally, you'll get a special round of Beat the Geek for good measure!

We'll return soon with a brand new Geekwire but, in the meantime, hope you enjoy this fun chat. Enjoy!

More on Dawn of the Rising can be found at https://dawnoftherisingmusic.com/

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Label Wars (1980-1984) - Ep555

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12/05/23 • 74 min

This week we look back to a time when the music industry was, mostly, run through a handful of record labels. With big money to be made, record companies such as Capitol, Epic, Columbia, and Atlantic wielded a lot of power. Buyouts were happening such as in the case of Polygram acquiring Casablanca Records which would result in a very in-flux KISS winding up on Mercury Records. Smaller labels, while limited financially, were successful at times due to scouting new talent and breaking it. This circumstance would lead labels such as Elektra, Metal Blade, and Megaforce to be on the ground floor of some legendary careers and genres.

In this discussion, we discuss all of these record labels, many of the notable artists that inhabited their rosters, how they stacked up in the rock world, and much more. The era we're focusing on this time is 1980-1984.

Was the rule and oversight of the early 80's music industry a good thing? Is today's wide open musical climate a better thing for artists? Let us know what YOU think in the comments!

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New Noize 13 - Ep437

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01/19/21 • 57 min

We're back this week to deliver all the news that's fit to spit with New Noize 13! So far, 2021 has been an active year for rock and metal news. In this episode we talk about some of the notable stories that have taken place recently. Def Leppard recently launched an online museum for their fans. This site contains images of passes, stage worn gear, photographs, and tons more from their entire career. Best of all, it's actually free. We take a look at the Def Leppard Vault and share our thoughts on it and how it is a great template that other bands should be using for fan interaction. Some exciting reissues are on the horizon from the Ronnie James Dio era of Black Sabbath. Heaven and Hell and Mob Rules are getting the deluxe treatment and contain some cool bonus tracks. We talk about this cool reissue. Gene Simmons recently partnered with Gibson Guitars for a set of new guitars and basses as well as upcoming digital content. We break it all down in this episode. Legendary label owner Marsha Zazula passed recently. The co-founder of Megaforce Records was an integral part of opening the door to loads of great acts from the 80's. James Hetfield recently released a statement in tribute to Marsha and we discuss that. Megadeth leader Dave Mustaine recently revealed the working title for the next studio album. What is it? What do we think of it? You'll have to listen to find out. Don Dokken recently had some criticism of the new project from former band mates Jeff Pilson and George Lynch. In this episode we talk about those comments and read Jeff's response to them. Other notable news stories we touch on include Scott Rockenfield, Suspect208, Goran Edmond on Yngwie's treatment of the band, and how Elton John might be trying to ruin rock music (it'll make sense when you listen). We hope you enjoy New Noize 13 and SHARE with a friend! Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Proud part of Pantheon Podcasts. Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 108 - Shock Rocktober

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10/28/13 • 80 min

With Halloween fast approaching, we felt this week was the best time to go ahead and take a look into the history of Shock Rock. It's time for Shock Rocktober!

In this hour-plus episode, Aaron and Chris Go back to the earliest days of Shock Rock with Screamin' Jay Hawkins all the way through Lordi today and along with some acts you may have missed the first time.

Before we get to the music, we're proud to announce a special prize giveaway brought to you by the Decibel Geek Podcast and Michael Wagener. We're giving away a free slot to Michael Wagener's upcoming 7-Day Production Workshop at Wireworld Studio near Nashville, TN. The week-long workshop begins on December 1st. The normal cost of this 7-day workshop is $2450.00. In this workshop, you'll learn hands-on technique in the birth of a song all the way through recording, mixing, and mastering. It's a unique chance to work with a music production legend in an intimate setting. To enter the contest, simply e-mail a letter to us along with an mp3 sample of your work (if available). The letter should state why you think you are the best candidate for this workshop and what you hope to get out of it. E-mail us at [email protected]. Deadline for submissions is midnight on 11/9/2013. Winner will be chosen and notified within 1 week. Good luck to all!

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Screamin Jay Hawkins

The Crazy World of Arthur Brown

Iggy Pop & The Stooges

Murderdolls - Wednesday 13

Lordi

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The Best & Worst of 70's Cheap Trick - Ep468

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02/21/22 • 75 min

This week we welcome good friend, podcaster, and author Brian J. Kramp to discuss The Best & Worst of 70's Cheap Trick! In addition to his hosting duties of the awesome Rock and/or Roll Podcast, Brian's got an awesome new book coming out this Summer based on the early days of Cheap Trick! This Band Has No Past tells the story of a bar band from the Midwest—the best and weirdest bar band in the Midwest—and how these four baby boomers, having been lucky enough to avoid the Vietnam draft, doggedly pursued a most unlikely career in rock’n’roll and made it on their own terms. It traces every gnarly limb of the family tree of bands that culminated in Cheap Trick, then details how this unlikely foursome paid their dues—with interest—night after night, slogging it out everywhere from high schools to bars to bowling alleys to fans’ back yards, before signing to Epic Records and releasing two brilliant albums six months apart. Drawing on more than eighty original interviews, This Band Has No Past is packed full of new insights and information that fans of the band will devour. How was the Cheap Trick logo created? How did the checkerboard pattern come to be associated with the band? When did Rick Nielsen start wearing a ballcap 24/7? Who caught their mom and dad rolling on the couch? Read on and find out. The book is set for release June 21, 2022 and we can't wait to get it! In this episode, the guys each share their favorite and least favorite songs from Cheap Trick's 70's output. This episode covers the self-titled debut, In Color, Heaven Tonight, and Dream Police as well as the landmark Cheap Trick at Budokan release. There are some definite differences in taste among the guys in this episode and it makes for an interesting discussion. What are your Best & Worst of 70's Cheap Trick picks? Let us know in the comments below! Be sure to pre-order your copy of This Band Has No Past by Brian J. Kramp at https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1911036874/creativepubco-20 Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Best of 2015 - Ep222

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01/07/16 • 181 min

This week your favorite hosts are back to share their very favorite albums and songs of the past year with Best of 2015! In this supersized episode, Chris and Aaron discuss and play their top 12 songs of the year. Why 12? Because there was way too much good stuff released to contain their lists to 10!

Best of 2015

You'll get great tracks from The Darkness, Bulletboys, Local H, Eclipse, Scorpions, W.A.S.P., Clutch, The Dead Daisies, Mark Slaughter, Iron Maiden, Raven, Diemonds and many more. You'll also hear who almost made their list as well as their biggest disappointments of the year. It's a marathon filled with awesome rock and metal music! Enjoy Best of 2015 and SHARE with a friend!

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W.A.S.P. - Golgotha

The Darkness - Last Of Our Kind

Raven - ExtermiNation

Bulletboys - Elefanté

Local H - Hey, Killer

Clutch - Psychic Warfare

The Dead Daisies - Revolucion

Mark Slaughter - Reflections in a Rear View Mirror

Iron Maiden - The Book Of Souls

Diemonds - Never Wanna Die

Scorpions - Return To Forever

Motorhead - Bad Magic

Ugly Kid Joe - Uglier Than They Used Ta Be

The Mad Mad Ones - Down the Rabbit Hole

Eagles of Death Metal - Zipper Down

Honeymoon Disease - The Transcendence

Chip Z'nuff - Strange Time

ROCKNPOD Recap & Rockin' Ron Tribute - Ep434

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09/10/21 • 102 min

We return this week with a show that will run the gamut of emotions as we present our ROCKNPOD Recap and a tribute to our fallen brother Rockin' Ron Runyon. ROCKNPOD Weekend was definitely a blur but we've had time to reflect. In this episode we'll share are thoughts on the entire weekend. Starting from Friday's preparty concert all the way through the comedy show that closed things out on Sunday, we have a lot to reflect on. Tragically, we recently lost our friend and Decibel Geek TV producer Rockin' Ron Runyon this week after a hard fought battle with cancer. Ron's enthusiam, hard work, and spirit took Decibel Geek to new heights. More importantly, his friendship is going to be missed immensely. We go through some of our favorite Rockin' Ron memories and stories and reflect back on what a blessing he was to so many. Ron was also a huge part of ROCKNPOD and his connection to the event is also discussed. As we mention in the episode, there's a GoFundMe campaign setup for the Runyon family. You can donate to it at https://gofund.me/5d3b7c82. We hope you enjoy our ROCKNPOD Recap & Rockin' Ron Tribute and SHARE with a friend. Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New Noize December 2021 - Ep462

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12/13/21 • 92 min

We're back this week to discuss all the rock news that's fit to spit with New Noize December 2021! As we close out another year, there's quite a few interesting stories going on in the rock world and we're here to cover it for you all. We recently passed the anniversary of the loss of Dimebag Darrel. Coinciding with that, the venue where the tragic shooting happened (Alrosa Villa in Columbus Ohio) met it's fate with a wrecking ball. We discuss our memories of that tragic day as well as the impact that Dimebag had on our lives. David Lee Roth recently added more dates to his upcoming Las Vegas residency. Billed as his final shows, the addition of dates makes one wonder if this was just another ploy to sell more tickets. We give our thoughts on Diamond Dave's recent announcement. Former Black Sabbath vocalist Tony Martin recently launched a new single from his upcoming album and it is damn good! We talk about Tony's contributions to Black Sabbath as well as our thoughts on his upcoming album. Other topics covered this week include Steve Vai reminiscing on playing EVH songs and honoring him, Ted Nugent's strange way of delivering songs, Motley Crue selling their catalog for serious bucks, KISS possibly going on with new members, a Vinnie Vincent festival that was just announced for Nashville, KK Downing being angry, and way more! We hope you enjoy New Noize December 2021 and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Albums Unleashed Eat 'Em & Smile with Billy Sheehan & Gregg Bissonette - Ep453

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09/02/21 • 57 min

We're back this week with another great conversation as Billy Sheehan & Gregg Bissonette reflect on Eat 'Em & Smile. This legendary album by David Lee Roth was released July 7, 1986 and peaked at #4 on the US Billboard charts. More importantly, it was an absolute statement being put forth by the former Van Halen front man that he could still swing for the fences. With a powerful backing band including the rhythm section of Sheehan and Bissonette combined with the guitar acrobatics of Steve Vai, the Eat 'Em & Smile album is loaded with hooks, precision, and the patented tongue-in-cheek lyrics of Roth. It's a true example of rock's dominance in the 80's. This interview was recorded live on-stage at the ROCKNPOD Expo in Nashville, TN on Saturday August 7, 2021. In this discussion, Billy & Gregg give the full backstory of how they hooked up with David Lee Roth, the audition process, album recording and much more. Their stories are incredibly entertaining and we think you'll get a kick out of these two legends reconnecting with each other. We hope you enjoy Albums Unleashed Eat 'Em & Smile with Billy Sheehan & Gregg Bissonette and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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How many episodes does Decibel Geek Podcast have?

Decibel Geek Podcast currently has 658 episodes available.

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The podcast is about Music, Podcasts, Music Interviews and Music Commentary.

What is the most popular episode on Decibel Geek Podcast?

The episode title 'Geekwire Live From Indy - Ep529' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Decibel Geek Podcast?

The average episode length on Decibel Geek Podcast is 82 minutes.

How often are episodes of Decibel Geek Podcast released?

Episodes of Decibel Geek Podcast are typically released every 7 days, 2 hours.

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The first episode of Decibel Geek Podcast was released on Apr 19, 2011.

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