Rock n Roll Chicago Podcast

Ep 285 Riplock

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2300124/fan_mail/new]  Riplock is an emerging contemporary country-rock band based out of the Midwest country-rock music scene. The band is fronted by co-leaders Matt Ripsch and Elijah Somlock, who grew up in Kendall County, Illinois (southwest of the Chicago metropolitan area). They are known for delivering a high-energy sound that blends the edge of modern country-rock with deep nods to classic trailblazers, bridging the gap between younger audiences and traditional country/rock roots. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2300124/support] Podcast edited by Paul Martin. Theme song courtesy of M&R Rush. www.rocknrollchicagopodcast.com

Ep 284 The Usual Suspects

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2300124/fan_mail/new] The Usual Suspects group is a highly popular event and party band. They specialize in a versatile blend of classic rock, country rock, oldies, and high-energy party rock. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2300124/support] Podcast edited by Paul Martin. Theme song courtesy of M&R Rush. www.rocknrollchicagopodcast.com

Ep 283 Port Authority

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2300124/fan_mail/new] Port Authority is a rock band from Chicago’s South Side, formed in 8th grade by John McFarland and Scott Bonshire. Reuniting in 2025 with Kristen McFarland on vocals and Brian Sarna on bass, the band returns with fresh energy and classic rock roots. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2300124/support] Podcast edited by Paul Martin. Theme song courtesy of M&R Rush. www.rocknrollchicagopodcast.com

Ep 282 Dan Peters Band

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2300124/fan_mail/new] The Dan Peters Band (often referred to as DPB) is a high-energy group based in Chicago that blends a wide variety of genres, including rock, funk, blues, jazz, and jam-band styles. The group is led by Dan "The Shredabilly" Peters, a versatile Chicago-born guitarist and vocalist with a career spanning over 25 years. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2300124/support] Podcast edited by Paul Martin. Theme song courtesy of M&R Rush. www.rocknrollchicagopodcast.com

Ep 281 Bottomz Up

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2300124/fan_mail/new] The Bottomz Up Band is a high-energy dance and cover band based in the Chicago area. They are known for performing a wide variety of "feel-good" music, spanning genres such as country, classic rock, pop, disco, new wave, and funk.  Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2300124/support] Podcast edited by Paul Martin. Theme song courtesy of M&R Rush. www.rocknrollchicagopodcast.com