Wavelength is a Classic Rock band from the South Chicago Suburbs. Playing Classic Rock and, Progressive Rock, they have been playing to Chicagoland audiences for many years.

Rock n Roll Chicago Podcast

Ep 97 Wavelength

Scott DuBose and 101 Ranch have been country rockin' the Chicagoland area for many many years. This is not your daddy's country! We had a chance to talk with Scott and learn about him and the band.

EP 96 Scott DuBose

Mock Star is a collaboration of some of the greatest musicians in the Midwest…all talented, seasoned players who will be playing some incredible music from the BEST decade ever - the 80s!! - by recreating it’s timeless music and having it played with the utmost respect to the originals with exceptional musical accuracy.

Ep 95 Mockstar

The PriSSillas, a Chicago based cover band, plays with an intensity and passion that will keep you engaged from the first note...to the last. The PriSSillas Will Rock Your Soul! Delivered with a gritty, soulfulness The PriSSillas will engage you with songs that span the many decades and genres...from Janis Joplin to Jack White, Lynyrd Skynard to Little Big Town, and the Rolling Stones to Radiohead. More Than Just Music...This is No Ordinary Band! The ultimate goal for every show is to entertain, not just play music. And that's exactly what they do! Their high-energy performance will keep you mesmerized. There is no doubt they love what they do and they love their audience. The fun and energy onstage is contagious and The PriSSillas have a chemistry that jumps off the stage with every beat.

Ep 94 The PriSSillas

 The crowds just get bigger and bigger. 2021's most talked about 80's band, JESSIE'S GIRL, takes 80's fun to a higher level - A DANCE YOUR FACE OFF attitude! Every member has amazing musical roots and every song is embedded in the history of music. Catch a show. There's NOTHING ELSE BUT MAXIMUM FUN!!! 

Ep 93 Jessie's Girl

South of 30 is an Americana Roots Rock sound with some added edge and more taste of originals, a little country and some good time rock n roll. Paul and Ray had a great interview with them and their backstory.

Ep 92 South of 30

Ashley Victoria has been singing since the age of 5. Singing with her father's band growing up gave her the confidence to start performing more throughout elementary and middle school. In 2014 she decided to tryout for a singing competition at one of the local bars in her area. That was the first time she had ever sang with a live band on stage. It was there that a local cover band discovered her, asking her to sing with them.

Ep 91 Ashley Victoria

Simply Elton is a celebration of Sir Elton John's incredible musical career. Brian Harris and the Mad Hatters Band will transport you to the magic of an Elton concert, playing music spanning the icon's entire career. In addition to the spot-on Elton-styled vocals, wild costuming and endless energy, the virtuoso and rocking piano playing will leave audiences speechless. If you're going to see ONE Elton tribute, this is the one to see!

090 Simply Elton

Greg Rapp ia a full time musician living in the suburbs of Chicago. He works fulltime with the Chris Cornell inspired tribute Super Unknown, 90s rockers Mallrats, and part time with the Magnificent Events bands. He has also have worked or subbed with Hillbilly Rockstars, Sugar High,Woogie, Rendition, Hairbangers ball, The Mix, Wedding Banned, Black Cadillac, Deja Vu, Hey Jimmy, Mike and Joe, Catfight, Hello Nuvo, The Partyhardigans, Compass Church, Lateralus, and many others. You may also be able to find him at Vics Drum Shop in Chicago.

Ep 89 Greg Rapp

Carl Giammarese began his music career as a founding member of The Buckinghams, as lead guitarist and vocalist, in 1965. The Buckinghams were an important part of creating the sounds of American rock music after the British invasion had arrived and changed everything. The Buckinghams enjoyed No. 1 status and other positions on Billboard’s music charts for 5 years. They released 15 hit singles and 4 albums that charted, and they toured nationally for five years.

Past Performances - Carl Giammarese

CHASING AMY is a female fronted high-energy rock cover band comprised of seasoned pros that are dedicated to throwing a party with great music and good times. The band performs a cross section of hard driving Rock and Pop hits from the 60’s thru today and serves up a very eclectic set list. Whether it’s Zeppelin, Queen, Heart, Journey, Janis Joplin, Styx, Bruno Mars or Madonna, if it rocks we’ll kick it Chasing Amy style.

Ep 88 Chasing Amy feat. Joliet Dave

Pino Farina is a singer-songwriter whose emotive performances are filled with songs of love, heartache, redemption and renewal. After touring the country extensively with his award-winning band Pun̈sapaya he stepped away for a time of rediscovery as an artist, songwriter and performer. In 2018, Pino released “Start Over Again” and has been enthusiastically welcomed back performing in different combinations with Pino Farina Band (solo, duo, or full). 

Ep 87 Pino Farina Band feat. Pino Farina

He was born in Chicago, and started playing guitar around age six. At 19, he joined his father, who by then had influenced some of the most well-known bluesman of our history: Jimmy Reed, the Fabulous Thunderbirds, Johnny Winter, and Junior Wells. For 12 years the two would tour together, putting Ronnie out front with Eric Clapton, B.B. King, Buddy Guy, and Koko Taylor. In 1998, when he was 32, his father told him to go solo.

Ep 86 Ronnie Baker Brooks

Rick Lindy has a voice as big as Texas. Performing Rock and Roll hits of the 1950's, 60's and 70's as well as Surf, Rock-a-billy, and original songs. You're sure to remember some of your favorites.

Ep 85 Rick Lindy & The Wild Ones

BTB is Chicago-land's premier tribute to P!NK, Gwen Stefani, and Lady Gaga. The band showcases the energy and songs of the multi-platinum-selling, Grammy award-winning stars with other fierce female artists of pop and rock.​ BTB is led by vocalist Charity, who brings their energy and power vocals to the stage. Bobby on guitar, and Dan on drums. ​Together, they bring you a fun, energetic show that will keep you coming back!

Ep 84 Beyond the Blonde

Interviews from the bands that made Rock N Roll in Chicago the greatest. Hear from your favorite rock bands from the 60's until today! Join Paul Martin (M&R Rush, The Dancing Noodles) & Ray Bernadisius (Ray the Roadie) each week as they interview your favorite artists, club owners and concert venues.

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