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Rock And Roll Confessional

CW West
Blues
ZZ Ward
Joe Bonamassa
Rush
Styx
Kenny Wayne Shepherd
Dirt On My Diamonds Vol 2
Music Industry
Liberation
Motherhood
Daniel Bukszpan
Stop Making Sense
KISS
Guns N' Roses
Joe Benson
REO Speedwagon
Sun Records
Rick Springfield
Jimi Hendrix
Bobby Rush

Rock and Roll Confessional is a podcast for Rock music fans. Those that love music, but are not in the industry, yet want to hear the stories that shaped the world of music. We interview not only musicians and song writers, but promoters, DJs, venue management, agents and more.

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In 1997, during Styx's tour, Lawrence Gowan's band performed as a supporting act for Styx at Montreal's Molson Center and Quebec City's Colisee.

Tommty Shaw admired his talent and vibrant stage charisma and called him in May 1999 asking him to tour... more

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Our latest guest is Martin Popoff who is the author of over 100 books on hard rock, heavy metal, classic rock and record collecting , bringing both archival depth and fan-first storytelling. Today we are speaking with Martin about his new book: "KISS... more

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Triumph formed in Toronto, Ontario, in 1975 after a chance meeting led Rik Emmett, Mike Levine and Gil Moore to embark on a marathon jam session. They immediately decided to form a band and the debut album "Triumph" was released in 1976. With hits li... more

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Over the last week, Southern California lost of the of the great DJs, "Uncle" Joe Benson. Uncle Joe was on KLSX, The Sound, Arrow and 95.5 KLOS. Rita and CW Both worked with Joe for many years. Unfortunately the mystery of life moved Joe onto differe... more

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Lawrence Gowan
Vocalist, guitarist, singer and songwriter for Styx
Styx
Episode: Lawrence Gowan keyboardist & vocalist for Styx, talks new tours, his musical career and auditioning for Pete Townsend
Martin Popoff
Heavy Metal author and historian
Author, martinpopoff.com
Episode: Heavy Metal author Martin Popoff's new book: KISS '76 - 12 Months That Defined The Hottest Band In The Land.
Gil Moore
Co-founder, lead singer and drummer of Triumph
Triumph
Episode: Gil Moore, founding member, singer and drummer for Triumph talks about the band reuniting and touring for the first time in 30 years.
Ted Lekas
Former producer of KLOS' Mark & Brian show
KLOS/Mark & Brian
Episode: Ted Lekas, former producer of KLOS' Mark & Brian show talks about the highlights of the past Christmas Shows
Derek Smalls
Former lead bass player, Spinal Tap
Spinal Tap
Episode: Derek Smalls, former lead bass player formerly of the band formerly known as Spinal Tap, talks break up & new solo music
Marc Bonilla
Renowned guitarist, composer, and producer with a career spanning rock, film, and television
Independent musician/artist
Episode: Marc Bonilla, guitarist, composer and producer, discusses his many roles in the music, TV & movie industries
Jerry Harrison
American musician, songwriter, producer, and entrepreneur
Talking Heads
Episode: Jerry Harrison of Talking Heads hosts new screenings of Stop Making Sense + Getting the rights to the Us Festival footage and new solo album?
Exene Cervenka
Original punk icon, co-lead vocalist of X
X
Episode: X's Exene Cervenka rare interview regarding the band's final album, final tour and going from a Catholic school girl to the Queen of Punk!
Glenn Hughes
Bassist & vocalist known for Deep Purple, Trapeze, and Black Sabbath
Solo artist; collaborations with Joe Satriani, Steve Vai, Joe Bonamassa
Episode: Glenn Hughes, bassist & vocalist for Deep Purple & Black Sabbath, talks new album, Cal Jam 1 fiasco, and loosing Ozzy

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Rita Wilde
Host with extensive background in rock radio and promotion; deep industry connections and storytelling ability.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 144 ratings
  • Expert Analysis from the best

    Rita Wilde is rock and roll royalty as one of the most legendary rock DJ’s and programmers in all of radio; and CW ran the promotional machine at KLOS which had him in the middle of labels and artists. They both use their connections and experiences to get more out of their interviews with rock and roll legends than anyone else - definitely worth listening to every episode!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    !!??
    United States2 years ago
  • Love love love

    My fabulous brother - who introduced me to rock n’ roll and whose bday gift to me Styx Paradise Theater album is a treasured belonging - told me about this podcast. He continues to redeem himself for being a naughty older brother (he turns 60 this yr OMG!). I have stories. Reach out for the deets. Maybe that’s a different podcast topic? Anyhoo, love you guys and love hearing about the history of rock and roll. Keep on keeping on. Educate that younger gen to what they missed so it doesn’t disappe... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stacyleona
    United States2 years ago
  • My favorite music podcast

    Every interview has an ease and joy to it. There’s a mutual respect with each interviewee that comes from Rita and C.W.’s own accomplishments in the industry. It makes for a great conversation between the artists and the hosts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Watch that man
    United States3 years ago
  • Great stories, fun listen

    CW and Rita know how to get their guests telling interesting stories. Interesting listen for any rock fan!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KathieA2014
    United States3 years ago
  • What’s Wrong With Being Sexy?

    Rita and CW have such great chemistry together, and their interviews are outstanding. There’s such a wide variety of guests, from John Doe to Rudy Sarzo to music photographer Neal Preston to classic DJs Mark Thompson and Brian Phelps, and all of them are a fantastic listen. Thank you, Rita and CW!

    Apple Podcasts
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    Cthulhu Planeswalker
    United States3 years ago

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Episodes are consistently insightful and fun, with guests who have deep rock industry knowledge.
Readers note high production quality and engaging conversation that keeps them coming back.
Listeners praise the hosts' chemistry and ability to draw out fascinating, behind-the-scenes stories.
Many listeners say interviews feel natural and well-prepared, making legends relatable.
Fans appreciate the wide range of guests, from classic rock icons to promotion veterans.

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Marc Bonilla, guitarist, composer and producer, discusses his many roles in the music, TV & movie industries
Q: What is your approach to balancing film scoring with live performance and personal projects?
Marc explains that scoring is about serving the scene and the director's vision, while live performance is about personal expression and storytelling; he emphasizes flow, discipline, and the importance of having a versatile skill set.
Marc Bonilla, guitarist, composer and producer, discusses his many roles in the music, TV & movie industries
Q: What were your early musical influences and how did family shape your path?
Marc talks about growing up in a musical, artistically inclined family, learning guitar, and absorbing a community around Bay Area bands, which fostered an environment of creativity and collaboration.
Derek Smalls, former lead bass player formerly of the band formerly known as Spinal Tap, talks break up & new solo music
Q: Were there any especially memorable moments from your career that shaped your solo direction?
Derek reflects on iconic experiences like performing with legendary artists, the dynamics of being the 'glue' in bands, and the ongoing humor around Spinal Tap moments which inform his solo storytelling and branding.
Derek Smalls, former lead bass player formerly of the band formerly known as Spinal Tap, talks break up & new solo music
Q: What was the turning point that led you to leave Spinal Tap and pursue solo work?
Derek describes reaching a point where the creative direction and tensions within the band made continuing together feel untenable, deciding to make a clean break and focus on a solo path with new material like RVM.
Gil Moore, founding member, singer and drummer for Triumph talks about the band reuniting and touring for the first time in 30 years.
Q: What sparked the decision to bring Triumph back on the road after 30 years?
A combination of family responsibilities, changing career opportunities, and the realization that fans still connected deeply with Triumph's music, which motivated them to reassess touring together and to pursue a controlled, well-prepared return.

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This show features in-depth conversations with rock musicians, promoters, producers, and industry veterans, revealing behind-the-scenes stories, tour realities, archival projects, and the evolving landscape of rock history. Episodes frequently explore career pivots, band dynamics, reunion efforts, and the business side of promotion and production. A standout pattern is the hosts' depth of industry experience, which yields candid anecdotes, expert context, and thoughtful reflections on how past eras shape current rock culture. Listeners who love rock lore, guitar-driven storytelling, and insider perspectives on touring, media, and legacy acts will likely find this show especially engaging.

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Recent guests on Rock And Roll Confessional include:

1. Lawrence Gowan
2. Martin Popoff
3. Gil Moore
4. Ted Lekas
5. Derek Smalls
6. Marc Bonilla
7. Jerry Harrison
8. Exene Cervenka

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