This week, the gang reflects on the high price of concert tickets (after a late night at a show) and Mass Debates the question “You have a time machine and a front row ticket. What show are you going to?”… Read the rest

The Sam Chase returns for another hour of Earth-shattering, pulse-pounding, fist-pumping conversation (Sam made us type that) with Chasta, who drops a big request on him!

Come for the intellectually-stimulating exchange (again, Sam), but stay for the Sam-directed music videos … Read the rest

It’s Chasta’s birthday and she doesn’t want a party. So Dennis and Steve throw one for her anyway! Featuring a list of special guests sending birthday greetings, and at least one magic trick!

Also, the gang MASS DEBATES the greatest … Read the rest

All hail the Queen of Rock and Flow, Shirlee Temper, who joins us with her band to talk about the organic process that results in their amazing original sound.

Also featuring videos from Nikki Lane, Rivvrs, These Fast Times and … Read the rest

This week, we look back on some of our favorite live performances and experiences with live music.

We’ll also Mass Debate the use of backing tracks or vocals in live music. Is it genre-specific, or just not okay?

Hosted by … Read the rest

This week, Tamar Berk returns to the show to discuss her acclaimed new album Start at the End, borne out of tragedy but forged as a cathartic expression.

We’ll also Mass Debate the upcoming slate of rock biopics: what … Read the rest

This week, Scott Mickelson stops by to discuss his new album Known to Be Unknown, and all the crazy things you can buy on eBay!

Also, Bay Area country-rock artist Mike Annuzzi crashes the show for the premiere of his … Read the rest

This week, San Francisco art-rock trio Rip Room stop by to talk about shooting their awesome video “Worth Repeating” deep in the woods!

We’ll also Mass Debate the song that made us reconsider an artist we hated, or at least … Read the rest

The gang returns to The Bone radio station to talk about music festivals and new programming, and welcome Shannon Koehler from The Stone Foxes on the eve of their return to the road and new album release.

Also, Loverboy legend … Read the rest

Bay Area punk trio Destroy Boys stops by to chat about their recent tour, latest album, and finding artistic freedom through giving zero Fs.

The gang has another Mass Debate: If there is just one original member left, is a … Read the rest

Originally broadcast April 10, 2022

Singer-songwriter Ken Newman stops by to chat about his new album What Am I Afraid Of, and his upcoming birthday show at the Hotel Utah in San Francisco.

Featuring music videos from 3LH, Tamar … Read the rest

Soundwaves TV #117 – Oscar the Grouch
Originally broadcast March 20, 2022

Season 5 continues, and this time, we’re going up against the Oscars!

Chasta, Dennis Willis and Steven Kirk debate why the Oscars have lost their allure and offer … Read the rest

Soundwaves TV #116 – Back to Work
Originally broadcast March 20, 2022

The gang kicks off Season 5 with fresh independent music, brand-new segments, new hosts, and the same attitude! They also address why they are no longer on broadcast … Read the rest

THE HYPE BEGINS: On this episode, we reveal all the performers, special guests, and benefactors of SOUNDWAVES XMAS 2021, as well as visit highlights from previous years.

Also, Trans-Siberian Orchestra’s Al Pitrelli talks about the seasonal phenomenon, and carrying on … Read the rest