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Menace Guitars

April 7, 2025

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Kevin Minnis, founder of Menace Guitars, shared his journey into guitar building, discussing his influences, techniques, and personal experiences. He emphasized the importance of learning from mistakes and encouraged others to pursue their passions in instrument crafting. The conversation concluded with plans for Kevin to lend Allen a prototype bass guitar and give him feedback as a musician.

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YouTube: https://youtu.be/i6SYgqUUJaE

Spotify: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/bigalrocks/episodes/Menace-Guitars-e30vn84

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Applehead’s Jaymi Millard

Big Al

March 31, 2025

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Jaymi “PinkBassman” Millard, Photo taken from his Facebook profile.

Jaymi Millard, from the band Applehead, joins me in this episode to discuss the band’s history, genre, and recent activities. We talked about Applehead’s album releases, upcoming projects, and live performances, including a new song licensed for the Hot Wheels fan film “Hot Wheels AcceleRacers: The Fog Realm” and plans for future shows. Our conversation also covers Jaymi’s various musical collaborations and his impressive collection of pink bass guitars.

Applehead’s Website: https://officialapplehead.com
Jaymi’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PinkbassmanMusic

YouTube: https://youtu.be/jcXcCPrjKvw

Spotify: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/bigalrocks/episodes/Appleheads-Jaymi-Millard-e30jkuc

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Queen and A Night at the Opera: 50 Years

Big Al

March 24, 2025

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“Queen and A Night at the Opera: 50 Years” by Gillian G. Gaar

Author Gillian G. Gaar discussed her book “Queen and A Night at the Opera: 50 Years,” detailing her research process and the book’s structure, which explores the band’s creative peak and rise to stardom. She also touched on other Queen-related projects, including an updated version of a previous book and her experience attending a Queen concert with Adam Lambert. Additionally, Gillian mentioned her other works, including books on Elvis Presley, Elton John, Bruce Springsteen, and Nirvana, and shared information about her current project on Tom Petty, which is expected to be released later this year.

Follow Gillian on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GillianGaarWriter/

Order the book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Queen-Night-Opera-Years-Albums/dp/0760388423/

YouTube: https://youtu.be/L21RVHj0PZE

Spotify: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/bigalrocks/episodes/Queen-and-A-Night-at-the-Opera-50-Years-e30aip2

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A Conversation with Megg

Big Al

March 16, 2025

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MEGG joins me in this episode to talk about her musical adventures and to talk about her latest single, *The End*.

MEGG, a musician with a background in musical theater and pop punk, shared her journey from studying at USC’s Thornton School of Music to appearing on “The Voice” and recently moving to Nashville. She discussed her musical influences, style, and experiences in the industry, including her upcoming performances on the “Vans Warped Tour” and the release of her new single “The End.” MEGG also shared her plans for future projects and recommended several female artists for Allen’s radio show.

Keep up with MEGG on her official website: www.meggmusic.com

YouTube: https://youtu.be/inu2WQmM_RY

Spotify: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/bigalrocks/episodes/A-Coversation-with-MEGG-e307j0q

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Relaunching the Podcast

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February 19, 2025

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Later this year I’m planning to relaunch Big Al’s Rockin’ Podcast. Don’t let the name fool you though… I’m looking to talk about more than just rock, so I’m asking you, “What are you looking for in a podcast?” I’m interested in talking to people in all areas of entertainment, including those working behind the scenes. Is this something you’d like to hear about? If you have other ideas, please leave a comment at one of the social sites linked below.

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