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The Hustle

Jon Lamoreaux
Kiss
Animotion
Music Industry
Raise
Doves
Britpop
Sly and the Family Stone
Simple Minds
Siouxsie and the Banshees
Republica
Sneaker Pimps
Lost 80s Tour
David Bowie
MTV
Derek Forbes
Garrison Starr
Maia Sharp
The Veldt
Los Angeles
Mental Health

What does it take to maintain a career in music? We track down members of bands that we love and find out what their lives are like now.

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Helix front man Brian Vollmer has been bringing the rock for over 50 years. From humble Canadian beginnings, Helix have managed to keep the metal moving through trends, periods of indifference, super highs ("Rock You") and low lows (deaths). His comm... more

There have been few creative bursts of the modern era more epic than George Clinton's in the 70s. He had so many songs in his brain he had to keep creating bands or producing artists to get them all out. One of his key players during this furtive tim... more

Former Boston Globe Music Critic and rock and roll lifer Jim Sullivan joins us this week to discuss his highly entertaining new books Backstage and Beyond. There are two volumes (or one "Complete" version that includes both and some extra chapters) t... more

It was going so well. Detroit's Von Bondies exploded out of the same garage rock scene that birthed the White Stripes and many others. In fact, Jack White produced their first album, Lack of Communication, in 2002. Things really took off with their J... more

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Michael Hampton
Guitarist, Parliament-Funkadelic alumnus
Parliament-Funkadelic / George Clinton ecosystem
Episode: Episode 565 - Michael "Kidd Funkadelic" Hampton of Parliament/Funkadelic
Jim Sullivan
Music critic, author of Backstage & Beyond
Boston Globe (retired), author
Episode: Book Club - Jim Sullivan author of Backstage & Beyond: 45 Years of Rock Chats and Rants
Geoff Downes
Founding member of The Buggles, keyboardist for YES and Asia
YES/Asia
Episode: Episode 561 - Geoff Downes of the Buggles/Asia/Yes
Jon Cafferty
Lead singer of the Beaver Brown Band
Beaver Brown Band
Episode: Promo Mode - John Cafferty on the new Beaver Brown Band album, Sound of Waves
Michael McDonald
Renowned singer and songwriter
The Doobie Brothers
Episode: Episode 560 - Steve Porcaro of Toto
Jude Cole
Singer-songwriter known for his contributions in music
Episode: Episode 560 - Steve Porcaro of Toto
Bill Kopp
Author known for his in-depth exploration of music and albums.
Episode: Book Club - Bill Kopp author of What's the Big Idea: 30 Great Concept Albums
Lenny Castro
Noted percussionist known for his work with Toto and John Mayer.
Episode: Episode 559 - Lenny Castro
Paul Q. Kolderie
Producer known for working with major bands of the 80s and 90s.
Episode: Episode 557 - Paul Q. Kolderie

Host

Jon Lamoreaux
Host focused on deep-dish interviews with musicians and producers, often exploring the business and crediting sides of music.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 372 ratings
  • Superb and highly addictive

    Firstly, I’m absolutely blown away by Jon’s knowledge of popular music. He seems to know more music than seems possible for one individual to know in one lifetime! And across multiple genres and decades too.

    I love the questions he asks and his total unbridled enthusiasm in every podcast of his I’ve listened to.

    I think he creates a lovely and important record of his guests’ lives told in their own voices which will be there for future generations to enjoy and learn from.

    I’m sure family mem... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    marksaund
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Lamoreax is an idiot

    The artists this guy gets on are fantastic w great things to say, but the interviewer himself is an absolute moron. He’s ignorant and insulting and too dumb to notice. Fortunately for him his guests are too gracious to point this out. Don’t know why these artists subject themselves to the humiliation of this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    MirageBoy
    United States8 months ago
  • Tim DeLaughter - Tripping Daisy & Polyphonic Spree

    Great interview! DeLaughter IS a gift!!! Have seen The Spree twice and both times were fantastic! Now I live in DFW & have visited Good Records. Can’t wait to see their Christmas show & take my son. Thanks for a great episode!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Missie in TX
    United States9 months ago
  • The Hustle | Bold interviews with essential artists

    Jon Lamoreax asks the burning questions most other journalists and podcasters are too afraid - and/or uninformed - to ask. With a wonderful bias toward obscure 80s musical artists and producers, The Hustle delivers in entertaining, surprising, and unique ways. Thanks for delivering a consistently great pod.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Indieric
    United States10 months ago
  • PJ Moore and The Blue Nile

    Superb podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    505NG
    United Kingdoma year ago

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Audience highlights the show as a go-to for discovering obscure artists and deep-dive backstories.

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Episode 564 - Jason Stollsteimer of the Von Bondies
Q: Now let's talk about Jack for a minute. Are you sick of talking about Jack?
He explained that Jack White was a fan who wanted to control their band, and when they refused, things escalated to violence.
Episode 564 - Jason Stollsteimer of the Von Bondies
Q: Do you have no desire then to pick back up the guitar or get back into it?
He stated he had no reason to return to music as he achieved all his personal goals and felt no joy performing despite having opportunities.
Episode 564 - Jason Stollsteimer of the Von Bondies
Q: Now you dangled this carrot in front of me a second ago saying you've been purposely sort of out of the music business. Why and what are you doing?
He expressed that he had two bands post-Von Bondies and lost interest in music, feeling like he was performing songs that held no meaning for him anymore.
Episode 561 - Geoff Downes of the Buggles/Asia/Yes
Q: Was there any talk of a GTR reunion?
There were murmurings about a reunion but it didn't happen as everyone moved on to different projects.
Episode 561 - Geoff Downes of the Buggles/Asia/Yes
Q: What was Hans Zimmer's contribution to the Buggles?
Hans Zimmer was the synth programmer for the Buggles, known for his skills with the Prophet 5.

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The show centers on in-depth conversations with musicians, producers, and other music-industry professionals, often exploring not just art but the business and crediting intricacies behind classic and obscure recordings. Episodes frequently uncover studio culture, crediting mysteries, career longevity, and the evolving landscape of ownership and royalties, all wrapped in thoughtful, veteran-genre explorations. A standout trait is the host's deep archival knowledge and willingness to ask revealing questions about behind-the-scenes realities, making it particularly appealing to music geeks, industry insiders, and fans seeking context beyond hit singles.

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1. Michael Hampton
2. Jim Sullivan
3. Geoff Downes
4. Jon Cafferty
5. Michael McDonald
6. Jude Cole
7. Bill Kopp
8. Lenny Castro

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