The Ragman Show - Podcast-051

What is a stye?  Why do they grow on our eye lids?  Why do refrigerators crap out when you're out of town?  Tune in to hear about Ragman's latest obstacles in life.  He also talks about bands that are good in the studio but painful to watch live.  Next Rag's brings in legendary vocalist/bassist John Gallagher, from Raven, to chew the fat.  John gives some inside details on their latest release All Hell's Breaking Loose, as well as their current tour with Wicked, Lutharo and Vicious Rumors.  John also talks about the Atlantic years and the headache opening for Slayer.  You won't want to miss this one. So buckle in, grab a beer and get ready to rock!  Horns Up!

Beer  of the Show:  Luppolajo Farmhouse Brewery - Panda Tries Porn  Beer Rating:  3.5

Featured Tracks:  Wage War - Nails, The Unguided - Crown Prince Syndrome,WASP - Blind in Texas, Lacuna Coil - In The Meantime, Raven - Break the Chain, Inquisitor, The Far Side, Edge of a Nightmare, Overload, Go For The Gold, Victory's Call, Fire Burns Within

Ragman is getting ready for some shows..             

The Ragman Show - Episode 51

The Ragman Show - Podcast-050

Don't you hate driver's that are too impatient?  These bastards can't wait in line so they decide to cut.  It's bad enough that they're impatient, but the worst part is that they are usually inches away from causing an accident.  Join Ragman as he vents about his dislike for discourteous drivers.  Next Rag's goes behind the scenes of the Raven, Vicious Rumors, Lutharo and Wicked tour.  That's right, Rag's gets you a backstage pass for each band on the tour with the exception of Raven.  Don't worry, that will happen later. Get ready to hear tour stories from Wicked, learning more about Lutharo and finishing with Vicious Rumors.  You won't want to miss this one. So buckle in, grab a beer and get ready to rock!  Horns Up!

Beer  of the Show:  Baa Baa - Bo Peep  Beer Rating:  4.0

Featured Tracks:  Crossfaith - Gravediggers, Wicked - Outlaw, Seal It With a Kiss, If Not For Me - Tragedy, Lutharo - Chasing Euphoria, Reaper's Call, Time To Rise, Helstar - Destroyer, Trauma - Walk Away, Vicious Rumors - Soldiers of the Night, Murder Ball, Children 

Ragman is still buzzing after last week's show...                         

The Ragman Show - Episode 50

The Ragman Show - Podcast-049

I have to start this as saying I hate thieves.  I don't hate many things, but thieves are on the top of my list.  Join Ragman as he talks about his latest violation, in daylight.  Unbelievable!  The balls on these bastards.  That's right Ragman was robbed and is not happy about it so tune in to hear his latest mishap.  Next Rag's welcomes in NY rockers Wicked, for a heart to heart.  The band gives the goods on their new album Sunburn and more.  The band talks about the songs as well as how they kill vocal harmonies live.  They also share the story about how their drummer was almost fired from the band.  Join the party to hear this and more.  So buckle in, grab a beer and get ready to rock!  Horns Up!So buckle in, grab a beer and get ready to rock!  Horns Up!

Beer  of the Show:  De Kromme Haring -  Wahoo  Beer Rating:  3.0

Featured Tracks:  Ozzy w/Steve Stevens - Crack Cocaine, Slayer - Angel of Death, Wheel - Empire, Slash - Killing Floor, Howlin Wolf - Killing Floor, Wicked - Sunburn, New York Tough, Cali, Lost in the Dark, Get Away With Enough, Gorgeous, Hot Stage Lights, Summer and Sun  

Ragman can't wait to see Wicked on Tuesday...                         

The Ragman Show - Episode 49

The Ragman Show - Podcast-048

In a new relationship when do you deem it appropriate to be able to able to use the restroom in front of your new partner?  Do you need to hit the mute button, every time you take a leak?  Tune in to hear Ragman's thoughts.  This week Ragman is joined by his co-host Joe Calderon from Lightworker.  Joe joins Rag's for a chat about Lightworker's upcoming record How The Beautiful Decay, out on 4/19/24 on Solid State Records.  Joe discusses the song writing process within the band as well as the meanings behind their latest singles First Light and Burn Scar.  The meaning behind First Light will be an anthem of hope, for many people suffering from depression.  "Resuscitate and Breath Again".  Joe talks about this and much more.  This show is not to be missed.  So buckle in, grab a beer and get ready to rock!  Horns Up!

Beer  of the Show:  New Magnolia - Ennio Pils  Beer Rating:  4.0

Featured Tracks:  Codeseven - Rough Seas, Lightworker - 10/18, Burn Scar, The Ongoing Concept - Failures and Fakes Again, Erra - Crawl Backwards Out of Heaven, Unearth - Mother Betrayl, Lightworker - First Light, Hot Water Music - Menace, Lightworker - Empyre.

Ragman is geeked to see Lightworker in May...                                  

The Ragman Show - Episode 48

The Ragman Show - Podcast-047

When do you make the decision to get more involved in what music your kids are listening to?  Do the names of the bands set you off and spark your curiosity?  Join Rag's as he discusses this as well as the need for a 40th anniversary edition of a classic record.  Is it needed?  Are the extra's and unreleased tracks enough for you to plunk down the coin to buy it again?  Next Ragman welcomes back guitarist Adam Holland (Valentine, Open Skyz and Steve Augerie Band) to discuss his first solo instrumental album Rapture.  Adam gives the inspiration behind each song, as well how they morphed from one minute to 4 to 5.  He also talks about his gig with Steve Augerie as well as giving an update on Valentine.  So buckle in, grab a beer and get ready to rock!  Horns Up!

Beer  of the Show:  Odd Muse - First In Flight  Beer Rating:  3.5

Featured Tracks:  Intervals and Koan Sound - Neurogenesis, Cigarettes After Sex - Heavenly, The Devil Wears Prada - Ritual, Kiss - War Machine, Open Skyz - Open Skyz, Voyager - Send Her My Love (Journey cover), Adam Holland - Tears Of, Idol Worship, Up The Hill, Two Summer Eyes, Steve Augerie Band - Magic, Valentine - Tears In The Night, Adam Holland - Off We Go.

Ragman is jonesing for a show...                                                  

The Ragman Show - Episode 47