Dad Rocks!

illyB Speaks: A Conversation with Billy Martin

On this episode Josh, Joe, and Steve talk with drummer Billy Martin, most famously from the jazz trio Medeski Martin & Wood. They talk about fatherhood, the influence of Billy's father, the NYC music scene in the 1980s, and his career in music, and his new role as CEO of Creative Music Studio. A playlist of all the music you heard on the episode can be found at https://spoti.fi/3rmA19R. (Recorded on January 20, 2022)

End of the Year (2021) with Rob Mitchum

In this episode, Josh Joe, and Steve take a look back on 2021. The guys first review the memorable moments of the year in their personal lives (1:27) and on the podcast (20:48), before welcoming back writer Rob Mitchum to discuss his end of the year album data chart (32:24). All four then go through their favorite music of the year, including their favorite albums and songs (57:58). Rob's data chart can be found at https://bit.ly/3zhmxP9 and the Spotify playlist of most of the music heard on the show can be found at https://spoti.fi/3pIY5mq. (Episode recorded on December 13, 2021)

Maximum Dad with Jesse Thorn

On this episode, Josh, Joe, and Steve talk to NPR host and podcasting guru Jesse Thorn. They discuss the ups and downs Jesse has experienced as a father, the effects of the COVID pandemic on his life, the impact his father had on him, and his love of hip-hop and soul music. A playlist of all the music you heard on the episode can be found at https://spoti.fi/302A1Rm. (Interview recorded on September 29, 2021)

Celebrate Rock with Steven Hyden

On this episode, Josh, Joe, and Steve talk with rock music journalist Steven Hyden. They discuss the documentary Woodstock 99: Peace, Love & Rage, his books, his podcasts, and life as a father. Steven also discusses a bunch of music he has been enjoying lately. A Spotify playlist of the music you hear on the episode can be found at https://spoti.fi/3o7ioYO. (Interview recorded on July 27, 2021)

Life is Like a Hurricane

In this episode Josh, Joe, and Steve give some updates on their lives, including the aftermath of Hurricane Ida, concerts, and high school parties. Afterwards, they discuss music they've been listening to lately. Link to Spotify playlist: https://spoti.fi/39TsvcZ (Recorded September 10, 2021)

All Aboard The Duane Train!

On this episode, Josh, Joe, and Steve talk to DJ Duane Harriott. They discuss Duane's upbringing in NYC and Nebraska, how he got into DJing, his career at CMJ and Other Music, and his views on fatherhood. At the end the guys will talk about what music they've been listening to recently. You can find most of the music heard on the podcast at this Spotify link: https://spoti.fi/2U9y5E1 (Recorded July 13, 2021)

Steve Gorman Rocks!

It's been a year of Dad Rocks! and to celebrate we've got our biggest guest yet! Drummer, radio host, and author, Steve Gorman, talked with the guys about how he got into drumming, navigating fatherhood while being a touring musician, writing his book Hard To Handle: The Life and Death of The Black Crowes, and of course several stories from his 20+ years in The Black Crowes. Before the conversation, Josh, Joe, and (producer) Steve talk about what it's been like doing the podcast for the past year and what they hope for the future. Thanks for listening and we hope you enjoy! (Interview recorded on April 2, 2021)

Hey, It's Neal Francis!

On this episode, Josh, Joe, and Steve talk to one of their favorite new artists, Neal Francis. They discuss Neal's evolution as a musician, his influences, his aesthetic, and what we should be expecting from him in the future, as well as his love of Topo Chico. At the end the guys will talk about what music they've been listening to recently. You can find most of the music heard on the podcast at this Spotify link: https://spoti.fi/3uxFNE3 (Recorded April 14)

Concerts Part 2

On this episode of the podcast, Josh, Joe, and Steve discuss what they love about concerts, along with some of their most memorable concert experiences, both good and bad. They also touch on how concert going habits change once kids become part of the picture. At the end the guys will talk about what music they've been listening to recently. You can find most of the music heard on the podcast at this Spotify link: https://spoti.fi/3acDjnp (Recorded April 7)

Concerts Part 1 with Adam Shanker

On this episode the guys discuss something they've all missed, CONCERTS. Joining them on the show will be Adam Shanker, a former colleague of Joe's, who is a live music advocate and has been to hundreds of concerts in his life. Adam talks about some memorable shows, his time following The Grateful Dead, and what he loves about going to see live music. (Interview starts at the 14:15 mark.) Look out for Part 2 of the guys' discussion on concerts in the coming weeks, where they talk about some of their most memorable shows, both good and bad, and who they hope to see in the future. (Recorded February 18)