On this episode, Johnny Christmas (Trumpet/Vocals) and Aaron Barrett (Lead vocals/Guitar) of legendary southern California ska band, Reel Big Fish, join the podcast! You’ll hear about everything from RBF’s new single, “You Can’t Have All of Me”, from their upcoming album, “Life Sucks….Let’s Dance!”, to Aaron’s wedding, their dog Walter, and many other topics. Hosted by, Jacques LaMore.
Nick Klock, lead vocalist of North Carolina based band, Never Home, joins the podcast! Nick tells us about the band’s connection to Taking Back Sunday, engagement stories, vocal warm ups, and more. Never Home’s self titled debut EP is available everywhere online. Hosted by, Jacques LaMore.
In September of 2016, Motion City Soundtrack, came to an end (for now at least), leaving frontman, Justin Courtney Pierre, up to his own devices. Those devices transformed into his first solo album entitled, ‘In The Drink’, being released October 12th, 2018 via Epitaph Records. A few weeks ago, I had the privilege to chat with Justin about his upcoming debut album and he also answers a few fan questions towards the end of our conversation. Thank you for being on the show, Justin! You’re welcome back anytime.
Matt Pow, frontman of Chicago’s, City Mouth, joins the podcast to talk egg quesadillas, religion, Coldplay, his songwriting process, and more! Hosted by, Jacques LaMore.
Drummer, Jake Newling, and bassist, Nick Collis, of Chicago alternative rock band, Tiny Kingdoms, come down to the Bangarang Radio studio to eat pizza, talk classic cartoons, glockenspiels, and their latest EP ‘Realms’. Hosted by, Jacques LaMore.
Only a few weeks of summer left and it will officially be fall! Time to find out which of your favorite bands are hitting the road this fall in the U.S. Plus, new music from two bands out of Columbia, SC. Brigades and Fraud! Hosted by, Jacques LaMore.
‘Saves The Day’, have announced first album in five years. I also talk about a late night tv talk show will no longer book musical guests. Plus, music from Post Season and Stellar West. Hosted by, Jacques LaMore.
This Monday edition of Pop Punk & Pizza is all about new music coming out this week. New EP from Australia’s, The Shorts, this Thursday, August 16th, and Chicago’s, Belmont, debut LP this Friday, August 17th. Hosted by, Jacques LaMore.
Alkaline Trio released the title track from their upcoming album, “Is This Thing Cursed?”, this past week. Listen to this episode to learn more about the upcoming album and hear the track as well! Also, music from Church Key out of St. Louis, MO. Hosted by, Jacques LaMore.
Joshua Long, vocalist/guitarist of Chicago pop-punk band, Lightweights, returns to the podcast to promote their latest EP, “Members Only”! Hosted by, Jacques LaMore.
Jacques LaMore is back hosting your favorite pop-punk oriented podcast! New episodes will now be posted five days a week, Monday through Friday on bangarangradio.com. Today, music from Zombie Schoolboy, The Linden Method, Midway Down and more! Plus, exciting news from Green Day.
Brian Fallon starts off his album, “Sleepwalkers”, with a very swingy song “If Your Prayers Don’t Get To Heaven”. This song sets the tone for the whole album and gives off a slight Motown type rhythm. Brian follows this song with his initial single released off this album, “Forget Me Not”, which is one of my personal favorites off this album. I would recommend this album for anyone who enjoys albums like, The killers, “Sam’s Town”,Vampire Weekend, “Modern Vampires of the City”, or realistically anything from, The Gaslight Anthem. The fourth song on the album entitled, “Etta James”, slows the album down a little bit but makes you wanna grab the closest person and slow dance. From start to finish this album is very well written and you can just feel the emotion in every song, this is the type of album you just throw on and drive until it’s finished. I throughly enjoyed the musicianship and song writing through this whole album. I don’t think we appreciate Brian Fallon enough as a singer/songwriter. I give this album 4.5 out of 5 pizza slices.
We Were Sharks latest album, “Lost Touch”, is a definite pop punk throw back once you initially listen to this album you get this immediate feeling of New Found Glory and a complete throw back to Drive Thru Records. This album from start to finish flows beautifully and I find myself listening to this album without skipping one song. The album opens up with a heavy hitting ballad, “Beyond Repair”, which was the initial release off this album, which in my opinion was the perfect song to release as a single because it leaves you wanting more. The fifth song on the album is titled, “Stay”, and to me this song kind of serves as the anthem for the album and was perfectly placed. I had been anticipating this album for months since the release of, “Beyond Repair”, and it absolutely delivered. My only two problems with this album are that it was not long enough and that they release 4 of the songs off the album before the release of the album leaving some of the album less of a surprise. I give this album four out of five pizza slices.
Singer/Songwriter, Andrew Robert Palmer, stops by the podcast with Aurelio’s Pizza for Jacques, plays a few of his songs, and talks about pop-punk songs that could easily double as country tunes. Enjoy because this will be the last episode for a little while. Thank you for listening! -Love, Jacques.
Chris Demakes of legendary ska/punk band, Less Than Jake, joins the podcast to answer fan questions, talk Vans Warped Tour memories, and more. It was an honor to have you on the podcast, Chris. LTJ has always been one of my biggest musical inspirations! Photo of Chris is by, Sabrina Leviton. –Jacques LaMore
Happy Valentine’s Day, everyone! Here’s an episode with my friend, Sara Davis and I sharing some of our favorite pop punk Valentine’s Day songs and stories. Don’t worry, we threw in some break up songs incase you’re going through a rough time!
(Other bands I almost put on the list are Yellowcard and Motion City Soundtrack. I didn’t put them in this list because I know they just recently broke up in the last few years.)
Jay Norton, lead vocalist and guitarist of Phoenix, Arizona pop punk band, Innocent Elaine, joins the podcast! We talk about their Alice Cooper experience, dream Warped Tour line-up, Star Wars The Last Jedi, and more. Check out Innocent Elaine’s song called, “Freedom”.
FELICITY, out of Orlando, Florida, joins the podcast to be a part of the second edition of, “Warped Memories”, as we count down the days til the final cross country version of The Vans Warped Tour starts. Check out FELICITY’s latest single, “Circles”.
I’m proud to announce Pop-Punk & Pizza is sponsoring Snuzfest 2018 at The Wire in Berwyn, IL., Saturday, January 13th. Super honored to be the MC for this show! For tickets and more info, click here.
Gallery-81, out of Chicago, joins the podcast to promote their latest single, “For Granted”.
I’m proud to announce Pop-Punk & Pizza is sponsoring Snuzfest 2018 at The Wire in Berwyn, IL., Saturday, January 13th. Super honored to be the MC for this show! For tickets and more info, click here.
St. Jimmy, The Green Day tribute band that Jacques plays guitar in, joins the podcast! Also, we are proud to announce Pop-Punk & Pizza is sponsoring Snuzfest 2018 at The Wire in Berwyn, IL., Saturday, January 13th. Super honored to be the MC for this show! For tickets and more info, click here.
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Joshua Long, Lead vocalist/guitarist of Chicago’s, Lightweights, joins the podcast! Jacques and Joshua had such a great conversation that there’s two parts to this episode. This is part two!
Joshua Long, Lead vocalist/guitarist of Chicago’s, Lightweights, joins the podcast! Jacques and Joshua had such a great conversation that there’s two parts to this episode. This is part one!
Jacques also announced the Green Day tribute band he plays in, St. Jimmy, is performing 90’s Palooza at House of Blues Chicago, Tuesday, December 26th! Buy your tickets here. Hope to see you there! 🙂
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Jacques also announces the Green Day tribute band he plays in called, St. Jimmy, has an all ages show coming up this Sunday, August 20th, at BaseCamp Pub & Eatery in Lisle, IL. Buy tickets HERE
Talk To You Never joins the podcast to introduce the world to their new line-up and play a brand new song for us!
Jacques also announces the Green Day tribute band he plays in called, St. Jimmy, has an all ages show coming up Sunday, August 20th, at BaseCamp Pub & Eatery in Lisle, IL. Buy tickets HERE
Christian Danner and Jake Brown of Northwest Indiana’s, Rebuild & Rebound, join the podcast to promote their latest EP, “The After Party”.
Jacques also announces the Green Day tribute band he plays in called, St. Jimmy, has an all ages show coming up Sunday, August 20th, at BaseCamp Pub & Eatery in Lisle, IL. Buy tickets HERE
Jacques talks about Goldfinger’s new album, “The Knife”, after listening to it for the first time. Also, awesome news from Green Day, Neck Deep, Knuckle Puck, and more! Want more Goldfinger content? Listen to Pop-Punk & Pizza Ep. 18 HERE!
Jacques also announces the Green Day tribute band he plays in called, St. Jimmy, has an all ages show coming up Sunday, August 20th, at BaseCamp Pub & Eatery in Lisle, IL. Buy tickets HERE
Jacques also announces the Green Day tribute band he plays in called, St. Jimmy, has an all ages show coming up Sunday, August 20th, at BaseCamp Pub & Eatery in Lisle, IL. Buy tickets HERE
Pete Long of Above The Mendoza talks about his experience on Vans Warped Tour 2017 and Above the Mendoza’s upcoming DIY tour. Their Chicago area tour date is Tuesday, July 18th at Cracken Cakes & More in Beach Park, IL.
Eddie Martinez and Derick Lopez of Backseat Pandas show up to talk guitars, Blink’s “Dude Ranch” turning 20 years old, and play a few acoustic songs for us!
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Columbine 1: Odd Ball Fantasies Gary and Mark talk all about Eric and Dylan’s past, their weirdo characteristics, and about their awful homemade movie they made for school.
Tj and Meghan of northwest Indiana alternative rock band, Counter Theory, stop by to celebrate Valentine’s Day with Jacques. The three celebrate by sharing some of their favorite pop punk love and heartbreak songs.
Another Minisode this week on Creepshow Horror Club! Mark tells you all about urban legends, their ridiculous back stories, and even shares a childhood ruining urban legend regarding a children’s classic! Enjoy!
Jim Mack & Joe Corson of Chicago’s “Red Light Compliance” stop by to chat with Jacques about how they bring the rad with the sad in the pop punk world. Red Light Compliance plays with Assuming We Survive at Township in Chicago, Thursday, Feb. 9th! Click HERE to buy tickets.
Sometimes here at Pop Punk & Pizza, we branch out into other genres of music a little bit. This episode is a candid interview with new rock/alternative group, Carrying Torches, from the Kankakee, IL area. Hosted by, Jacques LaMore.
On this episode, the boys discuss some of the most prolific serial killers last meal requests, last quotes, and even talk about a botched execution. Spoiler alert: murderers LOVE pizza.
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Gary and Mark Weissmann dive deep into the world of, The Yorkshire Ripper. This is part one of a two part series. Part two will be available Dec. 26th, 2016.
Bangarang Radio Presents: Episode 2 of The Creepshow Horror Club Podcast! Gary and Mark Weissmann tell you everything you need to know about American serial killer, Ted Bundy.
Bangarang Radio Presents:Pop-Punk & Pizza Episode 7! On this episode, Jacques talks with one of his biggest musical heroes, Johnny Christmas, trumpet player and all around nice guy for legendary Ska band, Reel Big Fish. The main topic of discussion is the 20th Anniversary of their mainstream debut album, “Turn The Radio Off”.
Bangarang Radio Presents: Episode 1 of The Creepshow Horror Club Podcast! Gary and Mark discuss the origins of Halloween and Samhain, and tell you why you pretty much don’t ever want to be a witch in the debut episode of Creepshow Horror Club.
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Bangarang Radio Presents: Episode 1 of The Creepshow Horror Club Podcast! Gary and Mark discuss the origins of Halloween and Samhain, and tell you why you pretty much don’t ever want to be a witch in the debut episode of Creepshow Horror Club.
Also available on iTunes, Stitcher Radio, and TuneIn.
Bangarang Radio Presents:Pop-Punk & Pizza Episode 6! On this episode, Jacques talks about Green Day’s recent performance at Aragon Ballroom in Chicago on their Revolution Radio Tour. In pop punk news, Knuckle Puck call out YouTuber Jarrod Alonge on t-shirt design, punk rock toddler album, and more stories.
Two brothers (Gary and Mark Weissmann) from Chicago discuss true crime, horror, murderers, and much more, all brought to you from a basement with ice cold beer.
The Creepshow Horror Club premieres on Halloween 2016 right here on Bangarang Radio! Also available on iTunes and Stitcher.
Bangarang Radio Presents: Episode 2 of, Pop Punk & Pizza! Hosted by, Jacques LaMore. Special Guests, LOUDERNOW. On this episode, we talk about Yellowcard’s 2008 hiatus and their upcoming final album, along with several other topics in the pop punk scene.
LOUDERNOW is Chicago’s premiere emo/pop-punk cover band. They’re playing this Saturday, October 1st at Subterranean at 9:00 PM, 21+, $8.00 tickets. Get your tickets by clicking HERE.
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Bangarang Radio Presents the very first episode of, Pop Punk & Pizza! Hosted by, Jacques LaMore. Special Guest, Jeremy Maurizi of Keep The Fight Alive. On this episode, Jacques introduces himself and talks about what you can expect from this new show. Other topics include: Family Stage Manteno Oktoberfest, Riot Fest in Chicago, Motion City Soundtrack saying goodbye, and Billie Joe Armstrong of Green Day starring in the film, “Ordinary World”. Also music from, Marina City and Came Out Swingin’.
Bangarang Radio is excited to bring an all new podcast to the network called, Pop-Punk & Pizza! After spending months off, Jacques LaMore is back to talk about his two favorite things, Pop-Punk & Pizza. The purpose of the show is to have different guests on from the pop-punk community to talk about the genre, share their song of the week, all while enjoying some cheesy pies.
On Bangarang News Ep. 31, Jacques LaMore and Dr. Don from, “2 Guys In A Bar”, fill you in on the MOST important news stories. This week’s stories: Transgender Dragon Lady, Burger King Prank Call, and more. NSFW!
On Bangarang News Ep. 29, Jacques LaMore and Dr. Don fill you in on the most important news stories. Also, Chris “The Douche” joins us from “2 Guys In A Bar” as well! This week’s stories: High Speed Race to the Bathroom, Easter Bunny Brawl, Man Eggs Neighbor’s House 100 Times, and more stories. NSFW!
On Bangarang News Ep. 28, Jacques LaMore and Dr. Don from, “2 Guys In A Bar”, fill you in on the MOST important news stories. This week’s stories include: Medical Records Reveal Hitler Had “Micropenis”, Sex Toy Bomb, and more juicy stories. NSFW!
Big Daddy’s Rhythm Shack Ep. 9 with Chase Walsh will premiere this Wednesday, March 23rd, 7:00 PM CT on bangarangradio.com. The podcast is also available on iTunes and Stitcher!
Unfortunately, there will be NO new podcasts this week here on Bangarang Radio. Jacques LaMore, Bangarang Radio founder, has the details in the video below:
On Bangarang News Ep. 27, Jacques LaMore and Dr. Don from, “2 Guys In A Bar”, fill you in on the most important news stories. This week’s stories include: KFC Deep Fried Kidney, Tampon Tax, and more stories. NSFW!
On Episode 24 of, The Jacques LaMore Show, Kyle Dee, front man of Chicago pop-rock band, The Fall Four, returns to Bangarang Radio! Kyle shares behind the scenes stories from the making of their music video for their latest single, “Trainwreck”, and also tells Jacques what The Fall Four has planned for 2016.
On Bangarang News Ep. 26, Jacques LaMore and Dr. Don from, “2 Guys In A Bar”, fill you in on the most important news stories. This week’s stories include: Oates Bites Hall’s Face, and more juicy stories. NSFW!
On Bangarang News Ep. 25, Jacques LaMore and Dr. Don from, “2 Guys In A Bar”, fill you in on the most important news stories. This week’s stories include: McDonald’s Heroin, Goat Sex, Chewing Gum Thief, and more! NSFW! Listen at bangarangradio.com, iTunes, and Stitcher!
Big Daddy’s Rhythm Shack Ep. 7: Best Beatles Covers Part 2, your host, Kev Wright, and special guest, David Masciotra! continue their tribute to, The Beatles, by playing and discussing their favorite Beatles cover tunes! Listen at bangarangradio.com, iTunes, and Stitcher!
Big Daddy’s Rhythm Shack Ep. 7: Best Beatles Covers Part 2, premieres THIS Wednesday, January 27th, 2016, with your host, Kev Wright, and special guest, David Masciotra! Listen at bangarangradio.com, iTunes, and Stitcher!
On Bangarang News Ep. 24, Jacques LaMore and Dr. Don from, “2 Guys In A Bar”, fill you in on the most important news stories. This week’s stories include: Bikini Granny Busted, Hangover Free Liquor, Vacuum Tattoo On Penis, and more stories! NSFW! Listen at bangarangradio.com, iTunes, and Stitcher!
Kev Wright returns to Bangarang Radio with season 2 of his fun filled music podcast, Big Daddy’s Rhythm Shack! Season 2 kicks off with a show dedicated to the best Beatles cover tunes with special guest, David Masciotra.
This is part 1 of episode 7. Part 2 will premiere on Wed. January 27th, 2016 at 7:00 PM CT!
Kev Wright returns to Bangarang Radio with season 2 of his fun filled music podcast, Big Daddy’s Rhythm Shack! New episodes will be posted every other week here on BangarangRadio.com starting on Wed. January 13th, 2016! Season 2 kicks off with a show dedicated to the best Beatles cover tunes with special guest, David Masciotra!
On Episode 21 of, The Jacques LaMore Show, Kev Wright, singer/songwriter and host of the podcast, “Big Daddy’s Rhythm Shack”, comes onto the show to talk about the legacy of Fame Studios in Muscle Shoals, AL and also plays tunes from his upcoming debut solo album titled, “Journey Road”. Listen at bangarangradio.com!
BangarangRadio.com presents an all new, 2 Guys In A Bar! The Guys talk about the new James Bond movie, and Chris reveals a deep dark movie secret. Bangarang Sports focuses on Monsters hockey, Alabama trash talk and how fans pass the time at games. And to top it off, it’s the return of the Craigslist Personals! SONG OF THE WEEK: this week is dedicated to those in Paris, France. “Dancing In Circles” by Love & Theft, wondering why we cannot maintain this feeling of solidarity to prevent tragedies like these from taking place. We Stand With Paris.
On Bangarang News Ep. 23, Jacques LaMore and Dr. Don from, “2 Guys In A Bar“, fill you in on the most important news stories. This week’s stories include: Vermont Roadkill Grilling Festival, Nutscaping and more stories! NSFW!
On Bangarang News Ep. 22, Jacques LaMore and Dr. Don from, “2 Guys In A Bar“, fill you in on the most important news stories. This week’s stories include: Man Arrested For Pimping Dog, Woman accused of barging into ex’s apartment, eating his mac and cheese, and more stories! NSFW!
Bangarang Radio Presents: 2 Guys In A Bar Ep. 39: I don’t Want My Red Wings! Dr. Don and Chris celebrate a beautiful midwest day by staying indoors and podcasting! Chris enjoys mouth murdering meats of all kinds, Dr. Don chases down the ice cream truck, and the Guys discuss the merits of #CocksNotGlocks and how uncool they are.
On Bangarang News Ep. 20, Jacques LaMore and Dr. Don from, “2 Guys In A Bar“, fill you in on the most important news stories. This week’s stories include: Rodent found in Subway sandwich, Target store plays porn, and more! NSFW! Listen at bangarangradio.com, iTunes, and Stitcher!
On Bangarang News Ep. 19, Jacques LaMore and Dr. Don are joined by a few special guests! Chris the Douche from “2 Guys In A Bar” and Tim Johnson from “Dude Hollywood Story“, both podcasts on Bangarang Radio. This week’s stories include: Donating sperm for an iPhone 6s, Selfie Training, and More! NSFW! Listen at bangarangradio.com, iTunes, and Stitcher!
Bangarang Radio Presents a special live-on-location episode this week! Chris The Douche visited his Illinois home to drink and podcast with Dr. Don. The Guys were also joined this week by Bangarang Radio creator, Jacques LaMore and Dude Hollywood Story co-host, Tim Johnson. The beer was flowing and we can’t remember a single thing we talked about, so it should be a fun episode for all!
On this episode of, Jacques LaMore, Jacques invites his bandmates, Collin, Jeremy, Damien, and Connor, onto the show to celebrate and say goodbye to their pop-punk band, The Projection, after 10 amazing years. It’s been a great run and we want to thank ALL OF YOU for being a part of it! NSFW!
On this episode of, Jacques LaMore, author, lecturer, and cultural critic, David Masciotra, stops by to talk about his upcoming book all about Metallica’s “Black Album”, which is number 108 in the 33 1/3 series by Bloomsbury Publishing. David shares rare behind the scenes stories on Metallica’s 1991 masterpiece with Jacques and also plays a few songs from the album. FEATURED ARTIST OF THE WEEK:El Famous
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On the next episode of, Jacques LaMore, author, lecturer, and cultural critic, David Masciotra, stops by to talk about his upcoming book all about Metallica’s “Black Album”, which is number 108 in the 33 1/3 series by Bloomsbury Publishing. David shares rare behind the scenes stories on Metallica’s 1991 masterpiece with Jacques and also plays a few songs from the album. Episode 16 premieres THIS Wed. Sept 16th at 7:00 PM CT at bangarangradio.com. Super excited for this show! — with David Masciotra.
It’s a special birthday surprise for Chris The Douche! Dr. Don traveled to Ohio for a family visit and impromptu celebration of Chris’ birthday over the weekend. The Guys took advantage and recorded a face-to-face episode! Dr. Don discusses seeing people get gas, Chris becomes nervous as a crowd gathers while they talk, and guests jump into the podcast to talk arm wrestling championships. NSFW!
On Bangarang News Ep. 18, Jacques LaMore and Dr. Don from, “2 Guys In A Bar“, fill you in on the most important news stories. This week’s stories include: Spray On Condoms, Man Pooping in Golf Holes, and More! NSFW! Listen at bangarangradio.com, iTunes, and Stitcher.
2 Guys In A Bar, sponsored by BangarangRadio.com presents, “Episode 35: Spike My Panties Like A Football!”
On this edition of 2 Guys In A Bar, the Guys try writing a podcast musical, but give up after about 2 minutes. Don enjoys a little brotherly love, and recalls his one day internship. Chris goes out on a non-date that ruins poor Heather’s reputation, and ends up surrounded by stupid. And Kate gets thrown under the bus again, because why not? Song of the Week: Clare Bowen, Sam Palladio and CHRIS THE DOUCHE – “If I Didn’t Know Better”
On Bangarang News Ep. 17, Jacques LaMore and Dr. Don from Bangarang Radio’s, “2 Guys In A Bar“, fill you in on the most important news stories of the past week. This weeks stories include: Man Having Sex With Alligator, Robbery Is An Art form, Human-Dog Marriage, and More! NSFW!
This week, the guys discuss the world of current music and try to figure out if they’re post-hardcore, post-modern or even post-revolutionary. We don’t know what any of those words mean! But what we do declare: Taylor Swift is the most influential person in music history! She’s taking over the world! Don and Chris then delve into the world of Periscope and actually become social media addicts. Song of the Week:Andy Grammer – Honey, I’m Good.
On Bangarang News Ep. 16, Jacques LaMore and Dr. Don from Bangarang Radio’s, “2 Guys In A Bar“, fill you in on the most important news stories of the past week. This weeks stories include, Safe Selfie Campaign, Naked Jesus Steals Cop Car, $10,000 Girlfriend, and more! Listen at bangarangradio.com, iTunes, and Stitcher.
The Guys have their eyes on the skies as a storm rolls through the Chicago area. An EF-3 tornado dropped in nearby Coal City, IL as we recorded this episode. Meanwhile, Dr. Don and Chris continue to have some chuckles as Don revisits high school memories in his yearbook and drags Chris along for the ride. Chris then discovers strange messages left to him by his friends. NSFW! Song of the Week:Reverend Horton Heat – “Drinkin’ and Smokin’ Cigarettes”
Bangarang Radio presents yet another episode of “BIG DADDY’S RHYTHM SHACK”, Hosted By, Kev Wright, with our very special guest David Masciotra and Big Daddy’s tribute to all things Rolling Stones! Yep, its “ROLLING STONES DAY: PART 2″….Stones Music ..Commercials…Rarities…Conversation and much much more!
On Bangarang News Ep. 15, Jacques LaMore once again teams up with Dr. Don from Bangarang Radio’s, “2 Guys In A Bar”, to fill you in on the most important news stories of the past week. This weeks stories include, Isis Sex Toy Flag, Inflatable Penis Shooting Confetti, Hearse Stolen with Dead Body Inside, and more!
Bangarang Radio presents a new 2 Guys In A Bar! It’s a show chock full of weirdness, sex stories, geek discussions, complaining, health troubles, and education for the masses! What more could you ask for?! LISTEN NOW! NSFW! Song of the Week:“Joel Crouse – Don’t Tell Me”
On Bangarang News Episode 14, Jacques LaMore once again teams up with Dr. Don from Bangarang Radio’s, “2 Guys In A Bar”, to fill you in on the most important news stories of the past week. This weeks stories include, Glowing Condoms, Cocaine Filled Breast Implants, Man arrested for licking toads, and more stories! Listen at bangarangradio.com, iTunes, and Stitcher.
bangarangradio.com presents yet another episode of “BIG DADDY’S RHYTHM SHACK”, Hosted By, Kev Wright, with our very special guest David Masciotra and Big Daddy’s tribute to all things Rolling Stones! Yep, its “ROLLING STONES DAY”….Stones Music ..Commercials…Rarities…Conversation and much much more! Part 2 of this episode will be available on Wednesday, July 8th, 2015, at 7:00 PM CT here on bangarangradio.com, iTunes, and Stitcher!
On Bangarang News Ep. 13, Jacques LaMore teams up with Dr. Don from Bangarang Radio’s, “2 Guys In A Bar“, to fill you in on the most important news stories of the past week. This weeks stories include, Man caught having sex with horses, a deep fried rat found in KFC, and many more! Listen at bangarangradio.com, iTunes, and Stitcher.
Bangarang News Ep. 12: Jacques and Tim present the most important news stories to come out of Florida and Germany. Lots of weird and funny news stories as always! This is another lost episode from November 2014. CONTAINS EXPLICIT CONTENT! Listen at bangarangradio.com, iTunes, and Stitcher.
In the past 4 Episodes “BIG DADDY’S RHYTHM SHACK” has catered to SOUL FOOD aficionados….Soul Music Lovers….Local Music Greats…..Foreign Horror Film Fanatics…and so much more! But let me be the first to say…Episode 5 Of the “Rhythm Shack” is for any exercise conscious living person who needs that extra push to get on the Treadmill and get sexy!! “Worlds Greatest Treadmill Music” Episode 5, will surely make a huge difference in your life. Hosted by the one and only, Kev Wright!
Bangarang Radio Presents: 2 Guys In A Bar Episode 31: After Hours
Welcome to the first (and maybe last) “2 Guys: After Hours”, where the curtain gets pulled back and you see what Dr. Don and Chris are really like when the mics aren’t on. During last week’s recording session, the recorder was left on as the Guys chatted, and it turned into such a clusterfuck of strange, that we decided to make it an episode. So…enjoy, I guess! Song of the week:Beach Avenue – “Comin Your Way”
Bangarang Radio Presents a spooky edition of, “Big Daddy’s Rhythm Shack”, hosted by, Kev Wright! On episode 4, Kev talks about his top 10 favorite foreign horror films. #podcast#bangarangradio#horrorfilms
Bangarang Radio presents a very special installment of, “Big Daddy’s Rhythm Shack” Ep. 3: The Music That Defines Us. Kev sits down and has a musical discussion with book author, David Masciotra, on “The Music That Defines Us”. Great tunes, great conversation, and the best sponsors in all the land!
Bangarang Radio Presents: 2 Guys In A Bar Episode 30: Black Market Divorce Insurance. In this episode, Don questions whether Chris is still “The Douche”, and Chris responds with new about a very abnormal growth. The guys question player and fan behaviors in sports, at which Chris holds very little sympathy. And we show an entrepreneurial side, creating what may be the first product of it’s kind: Divorce Insurance. Agents are standing by! Song of The Week:Keb Mo: “The Worst Is Yet To Come”
Bangarangradio.com presents a new episode of 2 Guys In A Bar! Dr. Don unleashes his fury against the uneducated wannabe weather nerds, while Chris drones on about being a (probably uneducated) weather nerd himself. Thankfully, Chris does know his legal tips and tricks, and tries to help Don get a Facebook divorce, but ends up just helping him mail poop and penises to his enemies instead. Song of the Week:Love and Theft – “Let’s Get Drunk and Make Friends.”
Part 2 of 2: “Big Daddy’s Rhythm Shack” Ep. 2: Best in Local Original Music. Your host, Kev Wright, features music from, THE HOTONES – COOPERS GROVE – The BISHOP’S DAREDEVIL STUNT CLUB – CHRIS CORKERY – TED SLOWIK – CHASE WALSH – and a world premiere song from JEFF GIVENS and the Mug Shot Saints, recorded at Fame Studios in Muscle Shoals, Alabama. This show was packed with so much ass kicking, we had to split it into 2 parts!
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Part 1 of 2: “Big Daddy’s Rhythm Shack” Ep. 2: Best in Local Original Music. Your host, Kev Wright, features music from, THE HOTONES – COOPERS GROVE – The BISHOP’S DAREDEVIL STUNT CLUB – CHRIS CORKERY – TED SLOWIK – CHASE WALSH – and a world premiere song from JEFF GIVENS and the Mug Shot Saints, recorded at Fame Studios in Muscle Shoals, Alabama. This show was packed with so much ass kicking, we had to split it into 2 parts!
ABOVE is PART ONE of TWO. Click HERE for PART TWO.
On Jacques LaMore Ep. 13, history teacher, Joe Wilfinger, returns for an in depth conversation with Jacques about about Back To The Future Part II. Joe and Jacques share trivia about the film and also play music from the movie’s soundtrack. To listen, click on the play button up above or subscribe below:
This is the premiere episode of, “Big Daddy’s Rhythm Shack”, hosted by, Kev Wright. In this episode, Kev talks about all the different kinds of soul food there is in the world and what kind of soul music you should listen to while eating that soul food. Jacques LaMore also joins him on the show and welcomes Kev to the Bangarang Radio family.
This is a crossover episode of The Jacques LaMore Show and 2 Guys In A Bar. It contains elements and segments of both shows. Jacques also welcomes Dr. Don and Chris The Douche to the Bangarang Radio family. Starting in April 2015, 2 Guys In A Bar, will be apart of the new lineup of shows here on Bangarang Radio. There’s lots of laughs to be had in this episode! WARNING: This show does contain explicit content!
Jacques LaMore, the creator of Bangarang Radio, sits down to discuss the new shows coming to bangarangradio.com. Starting next month, Bangarang Radio will be a podcast network and feature the following shows: Jacques LaMore, Bangarang News, Big Daddy’s Rhythm Shack, and 2 Guys In A Bar. Find all these shows at bangarangradio.com, iTunes, and Stitcher. More shows to come in the future! (Warning: Shows may contain adult content.)
Bangarang Radio Presents, “Big Daddy’s Rhythm Shack”, hosted by, Kev Wright! The new podcast series premieres on Wed. April 1st, 2015 at 7:00 PM CT on www.bangarangradio.com. Don’t miss it!
In Episode 11, Jacques has a chat with lovable singer/songwriter Liam McCormack of yellowbirddd and celebrates his new release CENTINELA by giving away a vinyl and digital copy combo of the new record on the show.
“If you enjoy the reflective stylings of Bright Eyes/Conor Oberst, you’re not going to want to miss this one.” – Absolutepunk.net
“Intimate, minimal, thoughtful; all words that describe Liam McCormack’s singer-songwriter project, yellowbirddd, and his new single “Who Is Your Lover?”. “ – Midwest Action (www.midwestaxin.com)
This episode is sure to feature entertaining glimpses into the life of touring as Liam has released a handful of records and spent years on the road playing everywhere from rock clubs to backyard campfires, including a campfire in Jacques’ backyard.
This is a lost episode of Bangarang News from February 3rd that was NEVER posted! In this episode of Bangarang News, Jacques and Tim talk about some interesting news stories. One even involves a man making love to dolphins. Beware there is EXPLICIT CONTENT in this episode!
Jeremy Maurizi, lead vocalist of screamo/punk/alternative band, Team Light You On Fire and bassist/vocalist of The Projection, returns to Bangarang Radio with Jacques LaMore this Monday, March 9th at 7:00 PM CT! Jeremy and Jacques will talk about Team Light You On Fire’s upcoming show with Famous Last Words at Mojoes in Joliet, IL on Sat. April 4th, and old Projection stories! The show will be streaming LIVE here on bangarangradio.com. Be sure to tune into the show for you chance to WIN a pair of tickets to the show and possibly some FREE merchandise!
In Episode 11, Jacques has a chat with lovable singer/songwriter Liam McCormack of yellowbirddd and celebrates his new release CENTINELA by giving away a vinyl and digital copy combo of the new record on the show. Be sure to tune in for your chance to win!
“If you enjoy the reflective stylings of Bright Eyes/Conor Oberst, you’re not going to want to miss this one.” – Absolutepunk.net
“Intimate, minimal, thoughtful; all words that describe Liam McCormack’s singer-songwriter project, yellowbirddd, and his new single “Who Is Your Lover?”. “ – Midwest Action (www.midwestaxin.com)
This episode is sure to feature entertaining glimpses into the life of touring as Liam has released a handful of records and spent years on the road playing everywhere from rock clubs to backyard campfires, including a campfire in Jacques’ backyard.
Ep. 10 News with Tim Stuker! Top stories of the past week include: burglar found fast asleep at crime scene, porn star receives fines for shooting explicit scenes in a church, and more tantalizing stories.
The heyday of good ol’ time blues and rock ‘n’ roll has returned! Chicago indie rock band, Arbor Creek, brings to the table a fresh, modern twist on the blues and jam band sound of the 60’s and 70’s, with the alternative indie vibe of today’s music. With only one member legal to drink and gamble, and the rest still in high school, Arbor Creek’s sound is fresh and youthful. The band has opened for Black Stone Cherry at Mojoes in Joliet, IL , and graced the stage at Chicago’s House Of Blues…all in less than a year of being a band. Check out Arbor Creek at a club, hall, bar, backyard, basement, or house party near you, you won’t want the show to end!
Click HERE to listen to Arbor Creek. BUY TICKETS to their upcoming 18+ show with, Honey and The 45’s, at Chicago’s Metro, Fri. December 5th at 7:30 PM. At checkout, use PROMO CODE: Creek, to receive $8.00 tickets instead of paying full price!
On Bangarang Ep. 10, history teacher, Joe Wilfinger, and Jacques talk in depth about Back To the Future trivia and also play music from the movie’s soundtrack. Featured Artist of the Week: Arbor Creek, Rock/Indie/Blues, from Plainfield, IL. To listen, click on the play button up above or subscribe below!
Top news stories of the past week with, Tim Stuker! Jacques and Tim talk about Teletubbies stealing Chinese Food, A German woman squirting breast milk in a robbery, and other stories.
“Chicago’s Knuckle Puck has come an incredibly long way over the past year, and we’re delighted to have been a small part of bringing their music to the world. Out October 28, While I Stay Secluded will be Knuckle Puck’s third EP to date: It follows their debut, Don’t Come Home; their breakout release, The Weight That You Buried; and a split with UK pop-punk act Neck Deep.
It’s also the biggest, boldest, loudest, best Knuckle Puck release to date. Don’t take our word for it–check out “Oak Street” below, and just wait’ll you hear what they have in store for you with the rest of this EP.”
Bangarang Ep. 9: Jeremy Maurizi and I talk about our band, The Projection, and stream our brand new EP, “Light Up The Sky”, in full before it’s officially released for digital download on iTunes, Amazon, Spotify, and other online retailers, on Tues. Nov. 4th! Bangarang Featured Artist of the Week, Chicago pop-punk rockers, Knuckle Puck.
This Monday on Bangarang, Jeremy Maurizi and I talk about our band, The Projection, and stream our brand new EP, “Light Up The Sky”, in full before it’s officially released for digital download on iTunes, Amazon, Spotify, and other online retailers! Plus, Bangarang News with, Tim Stuker, and more. Episode 9 will be up at 7:00 PM CT here on bangarangradio.com, iTunes, and Stitcher!
Bangarang Ep. 8: Special Guest, adventurer/songwriter, my brother, Josh LaMore (Check out his blog HERE). Top news stories with Tim Stuker, talking about watches in vaginas and Jesus not showing up to pay bar tabs. Bangarang Featured Artist of the Week: Acoustic Folk/Indie band, Yellowbirddd.
Bangarang Ep. 7 News with Tim Stuker! A woman gets arrested for not mowing her lawn, Man sells valuable diamonds for weed, Someone arrested for “Aggressive Mopping”, and more stories!
“Music is my life. Everything about it means the world to me. I write songs to try to help people through hard situations in life and let them know that they are not alone. It is my mission in life. Thanks for caring.” -Eric Montgomery
Chicago metal/hardcore band, El Famous, has been raising many questions and curiosities in the local music scene. The band gives out very little personal information on their social media pages, leaving a mystery to be solved. Who are these guys? LISTEN HERE
Bangarang Ep. #6, I sit down with my best friend, Matt McWilliams, a live sound engineer for a company called, Sound Works Productions, in Frankfort, IL. Matt and I talk about the worst and best artists he has mixed sound for, cymbals lighting on fire, you know, normal stuff. Also, a movie review of, The Maze Runner, with Justin Conant. Featured Artist of The Week, El Famous, and more!
On Bangarang Ep. #6, I sit down with my best friend, Matt McWilliams, a live sound engineer for a company called, Sound Works Productions, in Frankfort, IL. Matt and I talk about the worst and best artists he has mixed sound for, cymbals lighting on fire, you know, normal stuff. Also, a movie review of, The Maze Runner, with Justin Conant. Featured Artist of The Week, El Famous, and more! Tomorrow at 7:00 PM CT.
Since the 2012 release of their breakthrough EP, “In the Wake of Dreaming”, Marina City has rapidly become one of the most elite bands of the Chicago music scene. Their debut sold out show at the House of Blues and second place title at Columbia College’s Biggest Mouth landed them spotlights on many local radio stations and papers. They’ve headlined three tours across the country, headlined their own stage at Rockapalooza in Jackson, MI, Cosmic Invasion in Lexington, KY, played unofficial South By Southwest showcases with Amanda Palmer, and have been an opening act for Go Radio, Cartel, Paradise Fears, State Champs, Real Friends, Lucky Boys Confusion and more.
Marina City is described as Pop Rock, but the fusion of catchy melodies and heavy instrumentals create their aggressive edge. Their unforgettable live show is one of their best aspects. They command the crowd and their stage presence is explosive.
Though Marina City’s music can be all pervading, their personalities are certainly charismatic. The band possesses a great sense of humor and is known for creating lighthearted, and hilarious promotional videos. The sextet has become a family, with a common thread of passion and dedication. Marina City’s intentions for the listener include individual strength, determination, and the power of big dreams.
This sextet includes Ryan Argast (lead vocals), Brian Johnson (vocals/guitar), Matt Gaudiano (vocals/keys), Eric Somers-Urrea (percussion), and Aaron Heiy (bass).
Bangarang Ep. #5 airing tomorrow! Special Guests, pop-punkers and pizza enthusiasts, Sudden Suspension, Featured Band of the Week, Marina City, and more! Episode is up tomorrow at 7:00 PM CT at www.bangarangradio.com.
stop.drop.rewind is a progressive/powerpop band from Valparaiso, IN. Members Kris Lohn and DJ Crenson have been playing together since 2000, and, as they’re 25, this means they’ve been in bands continuously for well over half their lives. After relocating to Indiana for college, they decided to scrap the delay-drenched “experimental” format that was theirs, like many others at the time. In a bid to land more gigs, they decided to try a stripped-down, listener-friendly rock/poppunk approach. At the same time, Lohn was avidly pursuing a degree in jazz bass, with heavy study in classical theory. stop.drop.rewind is what happens with 2 emo kids grow up and get jazz degrees.
stop.drop.rewind has released 2 EP’s, “Part of the Whole” (2012) and “Smoke Signals” (2014), and toured regionally since 2012. They have played in 10 states, and opened for The Misfits, Hawthorne Heights, Amber Pacific, Real Friends, among many.
Bangarang #4 with Special Guest, Kyle Dee of pop band, The Fall Four, Featured band of the week, stop.drop.rewind, Movie review of Rob Zombie film, “Lords of Salem”, with Michelle Shields, and more!
Bangarang #4 coming your way tomorrow! Special Guest, Kyle Dee of pop band, The Fall Four, Featured band of the week, stop.drop.rewind, Movie review of Rob Zombie film, “Lords of Salem”, with Michelle Shields, and more! Episode is up tomorrow at 7:00 PM CT at www.bangarangradio.com.
15 year old multi-talented singer, songwriter Chase Walsh is currently a student at Lincoln-Way East High School in Frankfort, Illinois in Chicago’s southwest suburbs.
His musical career started at age 5 after a short lesson from his uncle, Kevin Walsh, a respected Milwaukee musician. In fact, Chase’s first song, Song for my Uncle, was written after the unexpected passing of Kevin when Chase was just 10 years old. Today, Chase’s home studio proudly displays his uncles Rat Fink Stratocaster and Western applique Yamaha acoustic guitars.
On Bangarang Episode 3, I sit down with long time friend, Kev Wright of southern rock/blues band, The Righteous Hillbillies, from Joliet, IL. We talk about the Hillbillies, Gene Simmons saying, “Rock is finally dead.”, the film, Divergent, etc. Featured Artist of the week is singer/songwriter, Chase Walsh. Listen now! Also listen to episodes on iTunes and Stitcher.
On Bangarang Episode 3, I sit down with long time friend, Kev Wright of southern rock/blues band, The Righteous Hillbillies, from Joliet, IL. We talk about the Hillbillies, Gene Simmons saying, “Rock is finally dead.”, the film, Divergent, etc. Featured Artist of the week is singer/songwriter, Chase Walsh. Episode 3 premieres tomorrow night at 7:00 PM CT!
In Episode 2 of Bangarang, I attend a James Bond Film Festival in Kankakee, IL and land an interview with famous James Bond actress, Maud Adams! Adams in known for her roles in Bond films, “Man With The Golden Gun”, and “Octopussy”, with Roger Moore. Then, I sit down with Kyle Fasel, Lyricist and Bassist in emo/pop-punk band, Real Friends. We talk in depth about Independent music, Real Friend’s signing onto Fearless Records, pigs on leashes, sharting……….listen and find out for yourself!
In Episode 2 of Bangarang, I attend a James Bond Film Festival in Kankakee, IL and land an interview with famous James Bond actress, Maud Adams! Adams in known for her roles in Bond films, “Man With The Golden Gun”, and “Octopussy”, with Roger Moore. Then, I sit down with Kyle Fasel, Lyricist and Bassist in emo/pop-punk band, Real Friends. We talk in depth about Independent music, Real Friend’s signing onto Fearless Records, pigs on leashes, sharting……….listen and find out for yourself!
Bangarang’s premiere episode! Special Guest interview with videographer, photographer, and merchandise manager of alternative/rock band, The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, Justin Conant. Also on the show is my friend, Tim Stuker to discuss the 20th Anniversary of the classic film, “Forrest Gump.”
Bangarang’s premiere episode! Special Guest interview with videographer, photographer, and merchandise manager of alternative/rock band, The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, Justin Conant. Also on the show is my friend, Tim Stuker to discuss the 20th Anniversary of the classic film, “Forrest Gump.”
Photo: Dan Monick
