This week, we dive into the recent spate of music documentaries featuring restored or AI-enhanced footage. From Get Back to Becoming Led Zeppelin, a new era of music doc is upon us. Bay Area music legend Leo Rosales (Malo, Mombotomo-SF) talks about his career, coming of age in a fast-rising […]

This week, we look ahead to the summer concert season and say the quiet part out loud: if we cannot afford eggs, how can we afford to go to our favorite shows? Prolific musician Greg Hoy stops by to talk about his new album Hit Music, and its connection to […]

We check in with the local music scene during this time of economic uncertainty. How are local acts doing out there? Special guest EllaHarp returns to the studio to chat about her new band, new marriage, and making her own clothes! We’ve also got another SOUNDWAVES TOP FIVE with The […]

Season 8 continues with a look at why your favorite cable channels are disappearing, and the premiere of FAN QUESTIONS. Special guest musician and producer PAMELA PARKER returns to the studio to chat about being on both sides of the microphone, and the production stereotypes that still exist. We’ve also […]

We’re back with a brand-new season, and more ways for you to discover your favorite new artists! Gretchen Menn (Zepparella) joins us in the studio to talk about her rockin’ guitar career, as well as some of her other creative pursuits. We’ll also premiere the weekly TOP FIVE, a new […]

Chasta and Baby Huey wrap up the Aftershock music festival with a look back at highlights, backstage moments, and exclusive interviews with Alien Ant Farm, Halestorm, P.O.D., Stratejacket, and The Warning. WATCH EPISODES OF SOUNDWAVES TV LIVE OR ON DEMAND: http://soundwavestv.com/ LIKE & FOLLOW TO WATCH EXCLUSIVE CONTENT https://youtube.com/soundwavestv LISTEN […]

It’s Spooky Season! The gang plays scary music videos and talks about how they get in the, ahem, spirit of the season! Also, battle lines are drawn over Candy Corn. And if that wasn’t enough, Chasta interviews music icon Danny Elfman! Featuring Chasta, Steven Kirk, Dennis Willis and Morris Knight. […]

Chasta and Joe Hawk rock the Pacific Coast Fog Fest, while Dennis Willis and Joe Hawk get some sun at Devil’s Canyon Brewing Company. And as Morris Knight points out, “That ain’t work!” Featuring interviews with Whisper to Thunder and rising rockers Red Voodoo, and music videos from Supertaste, Tony […]

The next hundred episodes begin with a fun reset, and an awesome interview with legendary musicians Danny Kortchmar and Waddy Wachtel (Immediate Family). We also premiere the latest music video from Deadly Vice, a twisty tale directed by Dennis Willis. Plus videos from SWMRS, The Linda Lindas, and The Immediate […]

Our landmark 200th episode has arrived, packed with highlights, surprises, interviews, and exclusive performances. Shot on location at Old Princeton Landing in Moss Beach, and featuring the entire cast: Chasta, Dennis Willis. Steven Kirk, Morris Knight, Joe McCaffrey and Joe Hawk, with appearances from Baby Huey and Jisselle Fernandez. Highlights […]

Around these parts, we cherish our time off. But what happens when there is an explosion of new music releases? You stop what you’re doing and get back to work! Enjoy this funny bonus episode with fresh music from Tuk Smith and the Restless Hearts, Winnie Wanders, Chokecherry, Earth Quake, […]

Chasta sits with Bay Area music veteran Chuck Prophet for a look at his career, recent health battles, and his spicy brand-new music! Featuring Chasta, Dennis Willis, Steven Kirk, and Morris Knight. WATCH EPISODES OF SOUNDWAVES TV LIVE OR ON DEMAND: http://soundwavestv.com/ LIKE & FOLLOW TO WATCH EXCLUSIVE CONTENT https://youtube.com/soundwavestv […]

Chasta and Dennis are in the old KFOG studio for some radio talk (Bone Breakers, Soundwaves FM), and a preview of upcoming events. Baby Huey stops by to chat about the upcoming L&T Ball and their interview with Bush legend Gavin Rossdale, and Jisselle Fernandez interviews San Francisco post-punk rockers […]

Dennis, Steve and Joe host the show mere hours after last week’s party episode. Will they make it to the end? Also, the latest MASS DEBATE takes on the subject of music pet peeves. Will you agree with our spirited opinions? Featuring videos from Chuck Prophet, The Trims, Suzanna Choffel […]

You’re invited to the party of the summer! The entire Soundwaves gang is on hand for a major event at Retro Junkie in Walnut Creek, featuring No Duh (No Doubt Tribute) and In the Garage (Weezer tribute). Also featuring the music of Fleetwood Macrame, Bloodflowers, Zepparella, and Blonde Ambition! Hosted […]

Dennis, Steve and Chasta check in about summer concert ticket prices and the recently-wrapped Rolling Stones run, Morris reveals one of his earliest musical projects in celebration of a new video, and Joe Hawk runs errands with his son. MASS DEBATE: The gang debates what song, genre or artist has […]

The gang lands at Winters Tavern in Pacifica for the annual chili cook-off. Aside from celebrating a historical watering hole and chatting with owner C.J. Valenti, they spin videos from Greg Hoy and the Boys, Silas Fermoy, Wyldlife and Jason DeVore. Hosted by Chasta, Steven Kirk, Dennis Willis, Morris Knight, […]

The gang surprises Chasta on her birthday, and Dennis chats with The Dollyrots about singer Kelly Ogden’s onstage fall on the second day of their 2024 tour! MASS DEBATE: This week, the crew takes on toxic fandom and music gatekeepers. Are you one? Plus, the world premiere of Frantic Romantic’s […]