Cara's Basement
Finally. A podcast that REALLY rocks. Eavesdrop on casual conversations with rock stars, actors, authors, comedians...any one who entertains. Your host is longtime Chicago radio personality Cara Carriveau.
Original Shooting Star member Van McLain and new lead singer Ronnie Platt are in Cara's Basement.  Van shares a lot of fun stories from the band's long history.  "Last Chance" is one of Cara's favorite songs and he explains the meaning behind it.  There's also a bit of similarity between Shooting Star and Spinal Tap...you'll hear why in this episode.

The best is saved for last...please don't leave early because at the very end of the podcast you will hear the exclusive world premier of "George's Song" with Ronnie Platt on vocals!
Direct download: Shooting_Star.mp3
Category: musician -- posted at: 10:01 AM
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Rik Emmett is one the most talented singers and guitar players I have ever experienced.  Knowing that there is Triumph reunion planned and getting the chance to chat with Rik about it was truly a dream come true!  You will find out if it's going to be just a "one time" thing or if a world tour might happen during this episode.  He opens up about why he's finally getting along with his former bandmates after all these years.  He also talks about many other things, including why he has such great hair and why it's so important in rock & roll!

He has many solo dates planned for 2008, but only two of those dates are in the states - and both those dates happen to be in Illinois.  He's playing February 16 in Crystal Lake, IL and November 8 in Elgin, IL.  Go to www.RikEmmett.com to find out more about his tour schedule and the much anticipated Triumph reunion.
Direct download: Rik_Emmett.mp3
Category: musician -- posted at: 3:41 PM
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