Best Rawk Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 405: RAWKING the Jersey Shore with John Pizz!!! (Mean Machine- Long Island, NY) 32:58

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Join Adam and guest co-host John Pizz from Long Island this week as they dive into the story of their friendship, which started during a Zoom call for a pilot show competition for guitar players. John shares his journey into music, joining the band Mean Machine, balancing over 100 shows a year, and his innovative ways to engage the audience and boo…

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Good Mourning 2:04:00

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Consensual hugs 2:04:00

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Episode 404: Rock's FIRST zombie co-headlining tour and buy Joe Walsh's crap! 48:31

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Adam and Dan dive deep into the world of tribute bands and discuss the wild idea of legendary bands touring without any original members. 🚀 Plus, they explore Joe Walsh's mind-blowing auction full of unique guitars, jaw-dropping stage outfits, and even his custom in-ear monitors. This episode is a rollercoaster of rock history, quirky gear, and a p…

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Episode 403: Rockin' the Upside Down! 27:19

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This week Adam and Dan dive into everything from weekend gigs to spooky TV show binges. Adam recounts the excitement and challenges of performing at a Stranger Things-themed block party, including bringing Aiden Fisher, the guitarist from the show, on stage for an electrifying rendition of 'Master of Puppets.' Dan shares his recent experiences revi…

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Let the Good Times Roll 2:04:00

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Episode 402: Another Band Jacked Your Concept — Cry About It or Crush Them? 35:22

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In this episode, Adam and Dan dig into a message from Dustin — a musician in an emo/pop punk cover band who’s hitting some walls trying to get traction in the Pacific Northwest. He’s also dealing with an unexpected rival band made up of local veterans, and it’s got him wondering: is there such a thing as band etiquette? What follows is a real talk …

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Helloween 2:04:00

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Episode 401: So You Started a Band... Now What? (Interview with mark Frederickson of Frozen Coyote) 54:20

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Mark’s back! This week, Adam and Dan catch up with Mark Frederickson from Frozen Coyote for a long-overdue check-in. If you’ve been around a while, you’ll remember Mark’s band journey — from forming on his local subreddit to playing that first garage gig. Now, Frozen Coyote’s got some miles under their belt, and with that comes all the usual growin…

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Rocket 69 2:04:00

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Episode 400: Seven Years, 400 Episodes, and Still Rocking More (and Sucking Less) 53:01

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This week marks a massive milestone—400 episodes of Cover Band Confidential! To celebrate, Mike Schulte steps in as moderator to turn the tables on Adam and Dan, asking the questions listeners have always wanted answered. Together, they look back at seven years of podcasting, community-building, faceplants, fart pedals, and life lessons that made C…

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No time to waste 2:04:00

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Episode 399: Listener Grab Bag! 34:51

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In this week's episode, Adam and Dan dive into their latest adventures and insights from gearing up for a trip to handling last-minute changes and working through listener questions. They break down the essentials of maintaining both electric and acoustic sets, juggling tight stages, managing low-volume gigs, and ensuring your gear doesn't let you …

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Music for Funsters 2:04:00

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Episode 398: The Big Swing Episode: Guitars, Gigs, Apps, and Auditions? 39:52

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In this episode, Adam and Dan dive into the theme of taking big swings, sharing personal stories about embracing risk and unexpected opportunities. Adam reveals he’s been invited to play a gig with a major recording artist and is also auditioning to be the lead singer for a MASSIVELY popular metal band from the 80's, while Dan discusses launching a…

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New Math 2:04:00

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Episode 397: The Secret of Smart Practice and Affordable High-End Guitars! (Featuring Matt Tobin of Guitar Dads) 58:27

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🎸 Cover Band Confidential Podcast – Show Notes (Oct 3, 2025) 🎸 This week, Adam is joined by Matt from Guitar Dads (Dan’s off drinking around the world or something). The guys dive into the wild world of cover bands, swap war stories from Boston to Atlanta, and debate the eternal question: is it worth dropping $1,300 on an import guitar? (Spoiler: t…

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Episode 396: Shaky Phish, Broken Tech & Rock Star Vibes 32:57

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Adam and Dan are back with tales of festival chaos, gig mishaps, and musical revelations! Adam survives Phish and Shaky Knees fest with his teen, sampling parking lot grilled cheese and VIP perks, while Dan battles tech gremlins at his first post-op solo karaoke gig. Highlights: * Phish: wild lights, killer keys, and a crowd that wants you to love …

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Episode 395: The Anti-Wheelhouse Episode: Going to Gigs That Challenge You 27:11

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This week Adam and Dan catch up on gigs, gear, and the weird life of being a musician. Check out the highlights below and jump to what interests you! 👍 Like, comment, and subscribe for more cover band talk! 💬 Join our Patreon Slack to hang out with us and other musicians. 📲 Links to gear, reviews, and more below! NES Hard Case (Tiktok Shop): https:…

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Flip out 2:04:00

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Episode 394: Live Band Karaoke-The Ultimate Guide 46:03

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This week, Adam and Dan dive deep into the wild world of live band karaoke. From gig recaps to stopping pullout knobs (get your mind out of the gutter!), these guys cover it all. Hear about the ups, the downs, and the hilarious mishaps that come with running a live band karaoke event. They discuss systems, share insider stories, and give shoutouts …

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Back to School 2:04:00

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Episode 393: Originals vs. Covers: Should Your Band Split Its Identity? 35:45

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In this episode, Adam and Dan dive deep into the challenges and strategies of balancing original and cover songs in the context of your band. Does it make sense to split up your brand to avoid confusion in the marketplace? Why or why not? You get the idea. Highlights include: -Adam’s birthday and live band karaoke adventures -The pros and cons of m…

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End of summer bummer 2:04:00

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Episode 392: Navigating Gig Disasters: Live Performance Challenges and Solutions 47:11

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Welcome to the Cover Band Confidential Podcast—where the gigs are wild, the tech is cursed, and the only guarantee is a good story! This week, Adam and Dan survive everything from $11,000 plugins on sale for $70 (oops, Guitar Center!) to wireless mics with stage fright and crowds so small you can name them all. We spill the beans on band drama, tec…

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Bingo was his name-oh (rebroadcast from September 20, 2024) 2:04:00

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Episode 391: VIP Afterparty recap (Artist Revealed) 34:57

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This week we’re spilling the tea on one of the wildest gigs we’ve ever landed — playing the official afterparty for **Teddy Swims’ sold-out Atlanta show**. Amber jumps in to help us unpack the chaos: setting up in a self-proclaimed “professional dive bar,” running live-band karaoke for Teddy’s crew, dodging AV nightmares, and getting very specific …

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Noisy Round Plastic 2:04:00

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Episode 390: Soundcheck to Selfies: 10 Things to consider when playing celebrity events 42:44

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Ever wondered what it’s like to get a last-minute call to play for a Grammy-nominated artist? In this episode, Adam shares the wild story behind a big deal gig, and then the guys break down the top 10 dos and don’ts for musicians who get hired for high-profile events Episode Highlights: -The craziest DM Adam ever received -New gear: Headrush vocal …

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Teenage Kicks (rebroadcast from August 9, 2024) 2:04:00

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Episode 389: Spicy Takes and Sore Fingers (aka Dan's first post-surgery gig) 24:57

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Adam and Dan are back with a jam-packed episode! Adam’s stirring up YouTube with hot takes on expensive guitars, 3D-printing his way through gear upgrades, and juggling a family birthday-palooza. Dan returns to the stage after six months, battling nerves, allergies, and a barstool—then nails some high notes and even throws in a little Sinatra. You’…

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Thalassocracy (rebroadcast from August 2, 2024) 2:04:00

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Episode 388: Block Parties, Bombshells, and Bloody Knuckles 34:17

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Adam’s still losing fights with doors, Dan’s house is held together by hope and 19th-century plumbing, and both are here to remind you: being a musician is mostly about surviving DIY disasters and playing gigs for people who aren’t listening. This week: Adam’s “door saga” leaves him bruised and tool-less (thanks, kids), while Dan’s back on stage po…

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Acting like Black Sabbath is lots of fun 2:04:00

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Episode 387: Punch Tools, Audition Rules & Face/Off Guitars 38:11

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This week on the pod, Adam and Dan are back in the saddle for a classic meatballs-style episode—light on the structure, heavy on the sauce. First up, Adam finally built his own RJ45 audio snake! It’s official: he’s the kind of guy who owns a punch tool and knows how to use it. We dive into what that means, how it works, and why you might want to DI…

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Episode 386: 🎸 Why Is Starting a Band So Freakin' Hard? 42:34

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Welcome to the Cover Band Confidential podcast! Adam and Dan kick off this episode with a deep dive into the challenges of leading a cover band, dealing with flaky band members, and the importance of having a clear band leader. They also explore the latest tech adventures, including vibe coding with Chat GPT and experimenting with audio over Cat6. …

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Episode 385: The Lazy Drummer Myth and Other Band Role Fantasies 22:42

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In this week’s bite-sized-but-beefy episode, Adam and Dan dig into a fun little thought experiment: If you weren’t playing your current role in your band… what would you play instead? A surprising number of bandleaders in our Patreon community dream of swapping their front-and-center duties for a backline spot—and let’s be honest, we kinda get it. …

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Episode 384: Songs we HATE to play- but play anyway 36:13

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In this episode of the Cover Band Confidential podcast, Adam and Dan dive into various categories of songs that cover band musicians commonly despise playing but perform nonetheless due to their popularity and effectiveness in live settings. They explore songs categorized as overplayed, repetitive, cheesy, cringe-worthy, too slow, and surprisingly,…

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All the blah blah blah you can eat (APRIL 4 2025 REBROADCAST) 2:04:00

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Season of the Peach 2:04:00

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Episode 383: Killer gigs and 5 reasons why we're NOT interested in the Helix Stadium 1:00:35

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This week's episode covers Adam's AMAZING 80's prom gig, Dan's road trip, and why we're not completely sold on the new Helix Stadium release from Line 6. All this and more on your favorite podcast for cover band musicians and band leaders! Juan Jusino- www.juanjusino.com Arni's YT- https://youtube.com/@arnieitthvad?si=-hr0HqprZ1nbGdZX Song Survey l…

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Enjoy 2:04:00

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Episode 382: 🎙️ A MILLIONS VIEWS, food poisoning and audio over Cat6? 17:00

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Welcome back to the podcast for cover band musicians and bandleaders who don’t know when to quit, even when they’re soldering guitar guts 48 hours before a gig. Adam kicks things off with a PSA: don’t get sushi on a Monday. Unless your idea of a good time involves food poisoning and a spiritual cleanse via your bathroom floor. ### 🎧 Adventures in E…

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Pet sounds 2:04:00

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Episode 381: 5 things About Musician Insurance That No One Tells You 32:39

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This week, Adam recounts an absolute **gig-nightmare scenario**: playback dropped, in-ears failed, subs cut out, and nobody knew why. From mystery malfunctions to last-minute workarounds, it's a crash course in what can go wrong—and how to stay professional when it does. Meanwhile, Dan shares the highs and hurdles of playing his first gig back post…

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Time is pulling you under (rebroadcast from June 21, 2024) 2:04:00

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Episode 380: Interview with Tory Smith of Black Box Prompters 40:15

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Adam is holding down the fort solo in this special episode. With Dan on tour, Adam chats with Tory Smith, the co-founder of Black Box Prompters. Tory spills the beans on how he and a genius AI engineer cooked up the ultimate teleprompter for musicians. Discover how this game-changing gadget can keep your lyrics and chords in check, even during thos…

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Ski Bunny Suicide 2:04:00

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Episode 379: Gear, Gigs, Downtime, and Freebird is Back? 36:03

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This week we’re keeping it light with a grab bag of hot takes straight from our Slack channel — because holiday gigs are frying our brains and y’all deserve something snackable. We’re talking: •Ray-Ban Meta's - new gig essential? • Is “Freebird” the new Rickroll? • How much time should really be between soundcheck and downbeat (spoiler: it’s not 30…

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"playing poor" 2:04:00

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