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In this heartfelt tribute episode, The Trout dives deep into the life and music of rock legend **Dave Mason**, the co-founder of Traffic who passed away on April 19, 2026 at age 79. From his early days writing classics like “Feelin’ Alright” and “Hole in My Shoe” to his massive solo hit “We Just Disagree,” Mason’s career spanned decades of unforgettable rock ‘n’ roll.
The episode explores how Dave Mason performed with many famous musicians, including playing acoustic guitar on Jimi Hendrix’s “All Along the Watchtower,” contributing to the Rolling Stones’ “Street Fighting Man,” adding lead guitar to Paul McCartney and Wings’ “Listen to What the Man Said,” and appearing on George Harrison’s *All Things Must Pass*. The show also covers his collaborations with Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, Eric Clapton, and many more.
Blending biggest hits, wild stories, personal struggles, his eco-friendly guitar venture, and veteran charity work, this episode paints a complete portrait of a true unsung hero of classic rock. Perfect for longtime fans and new listeners alike, it’s a must-hear celebration of a musician whose songs still fill the airwaves today.
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Today I'm sitting down with Alex Kilroy, the Romanian guitarist who's been turning heads across Europe and beyond. From Bucharest stages to international festivals, Alex blends bluesy rock riffs with Eastern European folk influences in a way nobody else is doing. One of his tracks even features legendary country guitarist and vocalist Vince Gill. His latest album just dropped, and he's here to talk about his journey, his unique sound, and what it's really like building a music career out of Romania.
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Jay Hooks is a Texas blues-rock guitarist, singer, and songwriter from Houston. With a career spanning since the late 1980s, he's known for his searing guitar tone, raw vocals, and high-energy performances that blend gritty Texas blues with rock swagger. Influenced by legends like Stevie Ray Vaughan, he’s released several albums, including the recent Tequila & Bullets, and has toured across the U.S. and Europe. Today, The Trout sits down with this Houston firebrand to talk music, life on the road, and what keeps the blues burning.
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Eric Clapton's Crossroads Guitar Festival is a legendary guitar showcase he started back in nineteen ninety-nine—think epic jams with legends like Jeff Beck, John Mayer, and Santana—where all ticket sales and related proceeds go straight to funding the Crossroads Centre in Antigua. That's his own addiction recovery facility, a peaceful tropical spot offering therapy, yoga, and support for folks battling substance issues, far from everyday chaos. It's been raising millions over the years to keep the center running strong. In this podcast The Trout talks about the history of Crossroads and why it’s important. Also included is a message from Eric Clapton about the treatment center.
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The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain, founded in nineteen eighty-five by George Hinchliffe and Kitty Lux, is the world's original all-ukulele ensemble—think classical poise meets cheeky covers of pop, jazz, and movie themes. Dressed in tuxes, they strum everything from Bowie to Beethoven on soprano, tenor, concert, and bass ukes, with sharp wit and zero pretension. Today, members like Guy Hargreaves, who the trout interviews in this episode of the trout show keep the party going—proof that four strings can handle any tune.
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Music and politics have always collided—think Bob Dylan in the '60s or protest songs against wars—but in recent years (especially 2024–2026), it's exploded with social media amplifying everything. Artists' views alienate half their audience, politicians steal songs without permission, and endorsements become headlines. In this podcast The Trout talks about what happens when musicians make political statements and take political stands for or against politicians.
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Coming up, Wake the Nile a new band from Austin, Texas. Don, straight out of Uganda, and Dominic, Tampa Bay kid, two strangers who crashed into each other in Austin last August. Different coasts, different routes, same fire.
They bonded over late-night jams, swapped stories from Halfway, Round the Globe, and bam, started building something raw and real. No hype, no big labels yet, just pure chemistry and killer tunes. Their debut album drops this year.
Trust me, this is the kind of band that sneaks up on you, then sticks. Wake the Nile. Watch them wake up the world.
Now here's The Trout with Dominic and Don, enjoy.
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Welcome to Rock and Roll Hall of Fame: Money Talks, Rock Walks—the podcast that pulls back the curtain on Cleveland's shiny glass pyramid. Once built to honor the raw, guitar-driven legends who shaped rock 'n' roll—from Chuck Berry to the Beatles—it now feels more like a tourist trap than a temple. We dive into the snubs: Jethro Tull, Boston, Steppenwolf—bands that sold millions, packed arenas, and defined the '70s, yet never got a single nomination. Meanwhile, pop icons like Mariah Carey, Pink, and Dolly Parton slide right in, because hey, they sell tickets. And the money? Last year alone, the Hall pulled in sixty-five million bucks—nearly twenty million profit—while CEO Greg Harris pockets close to a million. Is this still about music, or just the bottom line? Stick around—we're calling it like it is.
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Coming up next—straight from Baton Rouge, Louisiana—it's Jonathon 'Boogie' Long. This guitar-slinging blues-rock powerhouse grew up on gospel, won Guitar Center's King of the Blues back in twenty-eleven, and got inducted into the Louisiana Music Hall of Fame. His latest album, Courage in the Chaos, packs raw energy, and right now we're kicking things off with the killer track 'Hell or High Water.' Get ready—this interview's about to crank up the volume. Now here's The Trout with Jonathon Boogie Long, enjoy.
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Meet Martin Ditcham—one of Britain's most versatile drummers and percussionists. He's been laying down grooves for decades, surrounded by rhythm from day one. Over that time, he's cowritten 'The Sweetest Taboo' with Shaday, grooved on The Rolling Stones' Undercover, powered Chris Reah's classics like 'Driving Home for Christmas,' and added swing to Elton John, Tina Turner, Talk Talk, and Everything But The Girl. From studio wizardry to live fire—he's the heartbeat behind some of pop's biggest moments. Now here's The Trout with Martin in this exclusive interview, enjoy.
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Enya. The woman who sold eighty million records without ever stepping on stage. No tours. No selfies. Just layers of her own voice, stacked like cathedral glass, and a castle she calls home. She's Ireland's quiet queen—reclusive, timeless, and somehow everywhere. From 'Orinoco Flow' to 'Only Time,' she's the soundtrack to your weirdest dreams... and apparently, even the Pope's playlist. So settle in. We're going ghost-hunting in the studio. This is... Enya: Eighty Million Whispers.
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Welcome to Echoes of the Legends – the podcast that peels back every layer of those iconic groups you grew up on, only to find the lineup's... thinner than your vinyl sleeve. We're not chasing tour dates or ticket stubs; we're inside the story. Who stayed? Who ghosted? How does one lone founder hold the mic while lawyers nod from the wings? If you've ever asked why the logo's still bright but the faces aren't, this is your fix.
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Think of a woman who spent years in courtrooms—sharp suits, long days, steady career. She was forty-two, still a practicing attorney, when she decided: why not chase the music she loved? That’s Ellie Bloom. Now she’s making dark, driving electro-pop—catchy beats that pull you in. She’s not quitting law, just adding a whole new chapter. Her story? It’s proof you can start fresh, no matter your age. And this is an exclusive interview—right here with The Trout
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Welcome to a little slice of something real. I'm talking about Rob and Sky—two musicians who don't just write songs, they live them. They took this idea—that love's the only thing worth fighting for—and turned it into the song 'When We Love One Another.'
Picture this: elementary kids running wild, laughing, no agenda, just pure joy. That's what these two wanted you to feel first. Not politics, not headlines—just people, kids, and a tune that says, 'Hey, maybe we're all on the same side.'
They're about to sit down and talk it out—why they wrote it, who they wrote it for, and why a country beat feels right when the world's too loud. So lean in... this one's for all of us." Now here's Rob and Sky with The Trout, enjoy
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In a world where one picture is worth a thousand words, Allison Morgan proves it daily --- snapping legends like rock stars and blues singers in their prime. Famous faces, iconic moments, all through her lens. Her photography breathes life into music's greatest stories. Get to know Allison with her exclusive interview with The Trout.
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Join us for an electrifying conversation with EDM powerhouse Kendra Erika as she unveils her upcoming album License to Thrill: The James Bond Songbook. From reimagining classics like "GoldenEye" and "Skyfall" with her signature electronic flair to sharing behind-the-scenes stories of blending 007's timeless allure with modern dance beats, Kendra opens up about her Billboard chart-topping journey, creative process, and what it takes to license a thrill. Whether you're a Bond fan or an EDM enthusiast, this episode is packed with insights, laughs, and a sneak peek into her February album release showcase.
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Leanne Binder is a powerhouse singer, songwriter, and entertainer known for her soulful voice and commanding stage presence.
With a repertoire that effortlessly spans blues, rock, roots, and Americana, Leanne has performed everywhere from intimate listening rooms to massive festival stages. She’s a regular at the legendary New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival (every year since 2018) and has shared bills with icons including Joe Bonamassa, The Marshall Tucker Band, and Dickey Betts. Internationally, she’s left her mark on historic venues like The Cavern Club in Liverpool and the Great British Rhythm & Blues Festival.
Equally passionate about passing the torch, Leanne is a sought-after vocal coach and the founder of SongMill Studios, with locations in Ohio and Nashville, Tennessee, where she helps the next generation of artists find their voice.
Whether fronting a full band, delivering a stripped-down solo set, or mentoring behind the scenes, Leanne Binder continues to move, inspire, and electrify audiences around the world.
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The Trout's exclusive interview with Holly Mack, Lonnie Mack's daughter in this episode of Vinyl to Viral on the The Trout Show.
Lonnie Mack (1941–2016) was an American guitarist, singer, and songwriter widely recognized as the father of blues-rock guitar.
Born Lonnie McIntosh on a sharecropper’s farm in southern Indiana, he began playing at age seven, blending Merle Travis–style country picking with the black gospel and R&B he heard on late-night radio. By his teens he was a first-call session player in Cincinnati, backing Hank Ballard, Freddie King, and James Brown.
In 1963, Mack recorded the instrumental “Memphis,” an electrifying reworking of Chuck Berry’s song that reached #5 on the Billboard pop chart and introduced aggressive whammy-bar technique and rapid-fire picking to rock audiences. Its B-side, the original “Wham!,” was equally ferocious. Both tracks, cut on his 1958 Gibson Flying V (“Number 7”) through a Magnatone amp, are considered foundational recordings of blues-rock.
His debut album The Wham of That Memphis Man! (1964) remains a cornerstone of American roots music. Over the decades Mack recorded for Fraternity, Elektra, Alligator, and Epic; guested with The Doors; and in 1985 released the Stevie Ray Vaughan–produced comeback Strike Like Lightning. Though he repeatedly stepped away from the spotlight to fish and hunt in rural Indiana, his influence on Stevie Ray Vaughan, Eric Clapton, Duane Allman, Jeff Beck, Jimmy Page, Keith Richards, and countless others is undisputed.
Lonnie Mack died in 2016 at age 74, leaving behind one of the most powerful and soulful bodies of guitar work in rock history.
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Meet Hoxie Rae—New York’s indie soul firestorm channeling Ma Rainey’s grit, Etta James’ fire, and Sharon Jones’ swagger into pure, unfiltered magic. She chose her name “Hoxie” to honor her steel-willed grandmother who became her rock, and “Rae” from her childhood nickname. From a note from an unknown admirer that was placed on her New York City apartment door that read, “You sound good, keep going!”, changed everything. Her latest tune just recently made available “Heal” is a slow-burn anthem of rising from betrayal’s ashes. R&B, blues, jazz, pop-noir—Hoxie’s stepping into her boldest self, and she’s just getting started. Hoxie Rae—the future of soul starts here. Now here’s the Trout with Hoxie, enjoy this up and coming musical talent.
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Dive into the wild, improbable story of “Na Na Hey Hey Kiss Him Goodbye” by Steam, a 1969 B-side that stumbled into #1 glory. Join us as we unravel how a throwaway studio jam, recorded in one night by a fake band, became a million-selling chart-topper and a timeless sports anthem. From the spontaneous “na na” chant to the drama of a sidelined singer and a label’s marketing ploy, we explore the serendipity, betrayal, and cultural magic that turned this fluke into a phenomenon. Each episode digs into the song’s creation, its 1960s context, and why fans still chant it in stadiums today. Tune in for a tale of music, chance, and the power of a catchy hook!
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