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State of Amorica: A Black Crowes Podcast

State of Amorica: A Black Crowes Podcast
Black Crowes
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Amorica
Rich Robinson
Music Industry
Three Snakes and One Charm
Live Music
Chris Robinson
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Marc Ford
Bruce Springsteen
Paper
Bob Dylan
Covid-19
Shake Your Money Maker
Southern Harmony and Musical Companion
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Live At the Greek
Aragon Ballroom

State of Amorica is a podcast hosted by dedicated Black Crowes fans Ian Rice, Shawn Hillman and Jason Doncis, guys who have a wealth of years and miles with the band. Why the Black Crowes you say? Because they are one of the greatest rock bands of all time. We hope you will become apart of the State of Amorica and share us with other like minded music fans. Follow us on twitter @stateofamorica Fac... more

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This week, SOA is thrilled to welcome Tony Leone to the program! Before his current gig as drummer for the renown Little Feat, Tony was a member of both Chris Robinson Brotherhood and As The Crow Flies. We talk about all these things and more during ... more

This week on SOA, we take a moment to commemorate the 25th anniversary of one of The Black Crowes' most divisive albums, "Lions!" We chat a bit about what led up to the album as well as the ensuing tour, then we get to one of our favorite exercises: ... more

This week, SOA is proud to welcome Colin & John-Angus MacDonald of The Trews! We sit down with the guys to discuss their two decade-plus career, including their ongoing relationship with The Crowes universe. It's a really great chat you won't want to... more

SOA Mach II is back and taking on the daunting task of creating The Ultimate Black Crowes Album! 12 tracks drawn from 12 studio albums , complete with a set of somewhat problematic guidelines. Join Ian, Shawn, Jason and special guest Professor Ray Pe... more

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Recent Guests

Tony Leone
Drummer known for Little Feat and Chris Robinson Brotherhood
Little Feat; Chris Robinson Brotherhood
Episode: Episode 153: Tony Leone (Little Feat, CRB, As The Crow Flies)
Colin MacDonald
Member of The Trews, interview guest on State of Amorica
The Trews
Episode: Episode 151: The Trews (Colin & John-Angus MacDonald)
John-Angus MacDonald
Member of The Trews, interview guest on State of Amorica
The Trews
Episode: Episode 151: The Trews (Colin & John-Angus MacDonald)
Ray Perme
Professor Ray Perme, guest from Ridiculous Rock Record Reviews (R4)
Ridiculous Rock Record Reviews
Episode: Episode 150: The Ultimate Black Crowes Album (Special Guest: Ray Perme)
Shawn Hillman
Ambassador, taking over as host
State of Amorica podcast
Episode: Episode 148: As One Door Closes... (Fare Thee Well, David)
Steve Sumner
A podcast host and friend of the program
McCartney and Goal Podcast
Episode: Episode 143: Under Review - Rich Robinson's Flux
Adam Ashman
Patreon guest and Black Crowes fan
Episode: Episode 142: The Croweology EP (Special Guest: Adam Ashman)
Erik Deutsch
Current member of the Black Crowes and jazz musician
Black Crowes
Episode: Episode 136: Erik Deutsch
Gary Waldman
Neal Casal's manager and archivist
Neal Casal Music Foundation
Episode: Episode 135: Remembering Neal Casal (Special Guest: Gary Waldman)

Hosts

Ian Rice
Co-host of State of Amorica Podcast; has deep involvement in rugby-to-rock discourse and acts as a primary host.
David Hudson
Co-host of State of Amorica Podcast; brings extensive archival knowledge and fan perspective to episodes.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 329 ratings
  • One of the best music podcasts

    SOA is one of the very best music-related podcasts out there. The guys are informative, funny, and passionate and their love for The Black Crowes really shows. SOA is great for Crowes fans of any type. Weather you’re a beginner Crowes fan looking to get deeper into the band or someone who knows the songs but wants to learn the stories SOA is the place for you. The interviews are always great and the general nerd-out episodes are always fun and informative. Plus, they have an incredible Patreon t... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chase&JRfan988
    United States7 months ago
  • David and Ian

    They are both passionate fans who respect their guests. The giveaways are creative and fun.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nastynapalmnitronate
    United States7 months ago
  • Outstanding

    Great information and great group to share Crowes and Crowes related projects.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jacoxjr
    United States7 months ago
  • Love that there is a dedicated Crowes Podcast!

    Love the idea of the podcast, love many of the topics/ episode focus. However, with all due respect- I want to hear people talking about this band that are on the same level of knowledge , fandom and experience as myself. I don’t mean to make this a “bigger fan than you “ thing but listening to people critique songs and even go so far as to rate them when they, to put it bluntly, don’t know enough about the material being discussed or even flat out state that they “didn’t like the first couple ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    chibet
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great Crowes Podcast

    Love this podcast. Great passionate dialogue and ncredible guests

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Klaus the Mouse
    United Statesa year ago

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Fans note strong host chemistry and creative Patreon perks.
Listeners praise the interviews and positive, fan-focused vibe.
Dedicated listeners describe the show as informative, funny, and passionate with deep love for the Crowes.

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Episode 153: Tony Leone (Little Feat, CRB, As The Crow Flies)
Q: Can you describe the As The Crow Flies project and your involvement?
Tony recalls being tapped by Chris Robinson to join the Crowes project, the intense prep for the set, and the energy of performing with a lineup that included prominent players, which cemented friendships and influenced later opportunities.
Episode 153: Tony Leone (Little Feat, CRB, As The Crow Flies)
Q: What was it like transitioning from CRB to Little Feat?
He shares that Little Feat's catalog was already in his DNA, but that learning the older material required deep listening and adapting his approach to fit the band's nuanced groove while maintaining his own voice.
Episode 153: Tony Leone (Little Feat, CRB, As The Crow Flies)
Q: How did your early musical influences shape your career trajectory?
Tony explains starting with jazz and classical training, moving into rock because of a diverse appetite for music, and how exposure to artists like Miles Davis and Ellington helped him blend genres and stay versatile.
Bonus Episode 10: The Return of Oliver Wood
Q: Tell me a little bit about the genesis of this record and how it all came together?
Oliver explains that the Wood Brothers tried to be prepared yet had to collaborate remotely and spontaneously during tours, leading to the creation of unique concepts for their album.
Episode 136: Erik Deutsch
Q: How did the opportunity come around for you to join the Crowes?
I knew a lot of crew members and musicians linked to the Crowes, which eventually led to my audition after the pandemic.

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State-of-Amorica-style conversations center on The Black Crowes, their side projects, live performances, and archival material, often complemented by guest insights from musicians, managers, and industry insiders. Episodes frequently feature deep-dan perspective on setlists, studio and live takes, remasters, and fan-driven events, with a strong emphasis on positive fandom, community interaction (notably via Patreon), and long-form interviews. The show stands out for its encyclopedic knowledge, respectful tone, and ability to surface both historical context and fresh takes from guests tied to the broader rock and Americana scenes.

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2. Colin MacDonald
3. John-Angus MacDonald
4. Ray Perme
5. Shawn Hillman
6. Steve Sumner
7. Adam Ashman
8. Erik Deutsch

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