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Jarrett ruins Chanukah but gets a present anyway, Richie falls down, Batman croons, and we pay a loving tribute to Scott Weiland. All while fighting for your rights, in our satin tights.

 

Direct download: 063_-_Batman_v_Jimmy_Page.mp3
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Bro, raise the kick! Richie, Andy, and Jarrett discuss the many nuances of performing at bars, clubs, and weddings. But make sure you know what you're doing, otherwise Richie might take your iPad away.

Direct download: 062_-_Your_Mix_Is_Whack.mp3
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In round two with the incredible Hanan Rubinstein (Producer, Musician, Engineer, & Guitarist for Alicia Keys), we are up to our usual antics. We get a little smoove, sexy, and silly with some Bill Withers, then rub some funk on some Beyoncé.

 

Direct download: 061_-_Hanan_Rubinstein_Part_2.mp3
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To try and even list ALL of the work our guest this week has been a part of would require its very own episode by itself. But Hanan Rubinstein (Producer, Musician, Engineer, & Guitarist for Alicia Keys) wins the prize of our most complimented guest yet.

 

Direct download: 060_-_Hanan_Rubinstein_Part_1.mp3
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Time to saddle up your Tauntaun, and get ready for some music in a galaxy far far away. This week we're using the force to celebrate Halloween...Star Wars style. This IS the podcast you're looking for...RiotCast.com

 

Direct download: 059_-_Star_Wars_Halloween_Spectacula.mp3
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The mozzarella gauntlet has been thrown down! Richie along with Kasim Sulton, Eric Bloom, Buck Dharma, Jules Radino, Steve La Cerra, Andy Ascolese, Phil Castellano & more decide once and for all...who's got the best pizza in Staten Island! ALL. THE. PIES.

 

Direct download: 058_-_Blue_Oyster_Cult_Pizza_Party.mp3
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Richie goes solo this week and dives into how a video review spawned his newest metal song Sinister Intentions. We also hear how to get the best amp sound when recording and his take on the 2016 Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame inductees....RiotCast.com

 

Direct download: 057_-_Sinister_Intentions.mp3
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It's time for current events! Richie and Jarrett shine some light on why musicians make weird faces, how to properly pick a pick, what happens when you vacation in Japan, Facebook trolls, and even write an impromptu solo with double guitars!

Direct download: 056_-_Richies_Stupid_Face.mp3
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On a Mountain Dew fueled episode the Geeks are joined by newcomers John Esposito and Vin Innocente. We also take a tour of Italy, learn a little young people slang, and manage to squeeze in some Hall and Oates, Toto, and Jefferson Starship!

Direct download: 055_-_Songs_With_8th_Notes_On_The_Pi.mp3
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With the triumphant return of cousin Phil, Richie takes us through the history & mystery of his guitar collection. And since he can't just do a simple show, they set up the studio with every piece of gear Richie owns, because Richie needs ALL THE GUITARS!

Direct download: 054_-_Gear_Porn.mp3
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Richie, Andy, and Jarrett are finally back with Season 2 of Band Geek. We discuss our favorite parts of the past year, play some clips, and delve deep into how technology has advanced farting into the 21st century!...RiotCast.com

Direct download: 053_-_Year_One.mp3
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It's the third and final set of Band Geek Live recorded on July 19th at Katie's in Smithtown, NY! How do we make just a couple of songs last over a half an hour? Because jam hell breaks loose!

Direct download: 052_-_Band_Geek_Live_Part_3.mp3
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Set number two! Guests Joe Cumia, & BOC's own Eric Bloom & Buck Dharma take the stage. We travel from Boston, Cross over to Christopher, Boogie on a Sea Cruise to some Cities on Flame, and wind up with the Queen. And, then...it's Encore time!

Direct download: 051_-_Band_Geek_Live_Part_2.mp3
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Recorded on 7/19/15 Band Geek went live! House band John Miceli, Danny Miranda, Andy Graziano, Andy Ascolese, Ann Marie Castellano, Jarrett Pressman & Richie Castellano were joined on stage by guests Joe Cumia, & BOC's own Eric Bloom & Buck Dharma! Rock!!

Direct download: 050_-_Band_Geek_Live_Part_1.mp3
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Pianist, singer, keyboardist, and musical director Brandon Ethridge (Queen Extravaganza, We Will Rock You, Rock Of Ages) takes us to school & breaks down some harmonies while jammin on some Bowie & Night Ranger. Because that's the way that Queen does it.

Direct download: 049_-_Brandon_Ethridge.mp3
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Today we pay tribute to our hero, legendary Yes bassist, Chris Squire. Richie & the Andys share delightfully embarrassing tales of being teenage Yes fanatics & their favorite Chris Squire bass lines. We also strap on our balls & tackle a classic Yes tune.

Direct download: 048_-_A_Tribute_To_Chris_Squire.mp3
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Richie's Uncle Phil (Bassist, Actor, Luthier, & Electronics Genius) & drummer Thino Cacciolo are in the house. Make sure you have all the tools you'll need to take this episode apart & put it back together. You may have some extra funky pieces left over.

Direct download: 047_-_Uncle_Phil.mp3
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Richie, Andy, and Brandi provide some colorful commentary as we hear about Richie's gig opening for rock veteran Eddie Money at the St. George Theater on May 31st, 2015. We also get a play by play and get to hear the whole set...RiotCast.com
Direct download: 046_-_Opening_For_Eddie_Money.mp3
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Blue Oyster Cult front man & rock legend Eric Bloom regales us with stories of his origins with Soft White Underbelly, his sci-fi & fantasy inspiration for writing music, & how he & Richie used to go camping on Tattooine. Meanwhile, Richie manages to eat all the pies.

Direct download: 045_-_Eric_Bloom.mp3
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Al Carty (bassist for Alicia Keys, Ed Sheeran, Rob Thomas) & Randy Jenkins (independent producer/songwriter) join us to reminisce about their college days with Richie while playing some eclectic tunes from Van Halen, Peabo Bryson, Chaka Khan & Chick Corea.
Direct download: 044_-_Al_Carty__Randy_Jenkins.mp3
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Anthony Cumia (Opie & Anthony, The Anthony Cumia Show), and Joe Cumia (2U, Almost Journey, Guilty By Association) get a wee bit silly with us singing some Spinal Tap, Neil Diamond, Toto, and Marvin Medley...RiotCast.com

Direct download: 043_-_Anthony_Cumia__Joe_Cumia.mp3
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In Part 2, Ron Bumblefoot Thal (Lita Ford/Guns N Roses/Art of Anarchy) gives us some insight into his playing & compositional techniques while joining us in a KISS classic and an epic medley performed by Sgt. Ronald's Lonely Hearts Club Band Geeks.

Direct download: 042_-_Bumblefoot_Part_2.mp3
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Ron Bumblefoot Thal (Lita Ford/Guns N Roses/Art of Anarchy) joins us to discuss his new album, Little Brother Is Watching.  We also manage to throw in some Boston, Iron Maiden, 70’s disco mashups, a jazz marathon and other various forms of ridiculousness.

Direct download: 041_-_Bumblefoot_Part_1.mp3
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Richie and Jarrett brainstorm how to shoot the What A Fool Believes music video. We also hear about how Richie ascended the meat mountain. Listen before you watch the video... or after... or BOTH!... RiotCast.com

Direct download: 040_-_Behind_The_Golden_Arches.mp3
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Well this is it. We're takin' it to the streets. This week we're breakin' out the beards and serenading you with some dulcet Doobie Brothers. How many McDonald's does it take to record a classic? Let's find out...RiotCast.com
Direct download: 039_-_What_A_Fool_Believes.mp3
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It's the thrilling conclusion of our head to head game of Encore! Who will dominate?! Who will come out on top?! What other songs do we have no idea what the lyrics are?! You could cut the tension with a guitar string!...RiotCast.com

Direct download: 038_-_The_Encore_Grand_Finale.mp3
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We're setting the record this week for the most played songs on Band Geek so far, by engaging in a battle royale! We are challenged to the game of Encore! Are you ready to see how many words to a song we actually know? Cause we sure weren't...RiotCast.com
Direct download: 037_-_Encore.mp3
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Ahoy Mateys! This week Richie regales Jarrett with tales of rockin' on the high seas! Also, can mother nature and a cruise plague stop a BOC show from happening? Tune in to find out!...RiotCast.com
Direct download: 036_-_Rock_Legends_Cruise.mp3
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With our sweetest guest so far, Jennifer (daughter of comedy legend John Candy) & Jarrett reminisce about working together in Chicago. We're also treated to some wonderful stories about her dad & hear about her newest venture, Couch Candy!
Direct download: 035_-_Jennifer_Candy.mp3
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So you thought we were just Band Geeks? Well this week we give the play by play of the biggest football game of the year! Luckily for us, there was a Katy Perry concert in the middle. Grab your Left Shark, it's time for fireworks...RiotCast.com
Direct download: 034_-_The_Katy_Bowl.mp3
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Richie & Andy chat about all the sights, sounds, & synths from this years NAMM Show Convention in Anaheim. Richie puts together his new gear shopping list, tells us about the Peavey 50th Anniversary BOC show & to top it all off...it's a Facebook Request!!
Direct download: 033_-_NAMM_2015_Recap_Special.mp3
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We pass far beyond the final frontier this week, & regale with stories of aliens, space travel, intergalactic war & get to interview our hero, Thom Robertson, creator of the best game ever made, Artemis Bridge Simulator. Also, there's music...we promise!

Direct download: 032_-_Geeks_In_Space_with_Thom_Robe.mp3
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We pick up where we left off in Part 1, and delve into the evolution of music, learn more about Bobby's history, his book....but more importantly....it's time for FOOD DRUMMING!!!...RiotCast.com

Direct download: 031_-_Bobby_Rondinelli_Part_2.mp3
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Start the year off with one of our most anticipated guests, drummer Bobby Rondinelli. Wanna hear Richie, Danny, & Ann Marie shove cannolis in their mouth while talking to Bobby about working with Ritchie Blackmore & shooting a music video? Here you go!
Direct download: 030_-_Bobby_Rondinelli_Part_1.mp3
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