Jeff returns after a bad case of toe fungus, an update in Jeff’s band Gen-X, and their upcoming show at Hadley’s on March 9th with the Boneyard.

Our featured guest is Julian Wong, guitarist for Formerly Known As. Julian is one of the most laid-back humans and always has a smile on his face. In this interview, you will learn about his beginnings as a musician, his influences, and much more.

Kenny Francis joins Derrick as the very first guest co-host. Kenny talks about the recent Celebration for Life event for Rick Buchanan, his son’s love of cars and music, and Derrick has a bad case of mush mouth.

Our featured guest is Nick Ireland, guitarist for bands Land/Divided and Hairspray Nation. In this interview, you will learn about Nick’s influences, time at Stage Stop with Dad, Land Divided's formation and creative process, and how he joined Hairspray Nation.

Our featured guest is Emma Caroline, lead vocalist for Memphis cover band 901 ROX. Learn about her start with school talent shows, her discovery of rock music, and how she landed the gig with 901 ROX.

In the intro, Jeff talks about his night at Hadley’s for the Fevertree show with Stretch; we announce our new band sponsor, Fevertree, and give a special shoutout to Tim Dills.

Our featured guests are Brad Riales and Brian Hall from 5 For the Kill. We learn all about their beginnings and writing music for a few years before performing publicly, their quick rise into the local club scene, and how their good friend Steve Owens gives them the push.

In the intro, we discuss a fantastic gift Carolyn Mendillo received in honor of her late husband, Pete Mendillo, and highlight some local bands heading back into the studio, such as The Fast Mothers and Land/Divided. And as always, GO SEE A BAND!

Our featured guest is Debbie Jamison from The Deb Jam Band. In this interview, we discuss Debbie’s background, early bands, how she met her late husband, Jimi Jamison, her studio work, and her touring life.

In the intro, we pay tribute to Ricky Buchanan with special guest Kenny Francis, and we also pay tribute to Pete Mendillo on the one year since his passing.

Our featured guests are Kevin Greenburg and Kevin Cost from the new band Generation-X. Gen-X is the band that our very own Jeff Ward started in 2023. We discuss the origins of the band and Kevin and Kevin’s back stories, influences, and original music.

Sarah Spain from Landslide: A Memphis Tribute to Fleetwood Mac is our guest today. We covered her love for music, the formation of Landslide, teaching at the School of Rock, and Sarah’s profound knowledge in bands.

Welcome back for Season 3!! We’re so happy to be rockin’ again. In the intro, we give more details behind the announcement of our title sponsor, Hemp Ville Southaven, announcing show dates for the band sponsors, and Jeff gives us an update on his band Generation X - Music.

We had too much left on the table with Chris DaBaldo, so we invited him in for a second interview. We dig deeper into Saliva, Chris’s departure from the band, their performance at Wrestlemania 18, and his projects since leaving Saliva.

It can’t be a full intro without Derrick addressing another mispronounced name. Sorry, Michael McClenney. Derrick and Jeff wrap up the season by thanking and mentioning the superstar guests, band sponsors, business advertisers, SRP staff, and last but not least, YOU!! You, the audience. We will be forever grateful for all of TRS's support this year. Cheers to next season!

Chris DaBaldo wraps up season 2 with an electric interview. Chris is the former guitarist for the legendary band Saliva. We go deep into the music business dealings that Saliva experienced, and we discuss their origin story. We run through all of the other bands Chris has participated in over the years and give tribute to the late Wayne Swinny.

Derrick and Jeff discuss the upcoming Season Finale with Chris Dabaldo, Season 3 in January, and Jeff’s 30th wedding anniversary celebration at Hadley’s Pub with Formerly Known As.

Today’s featured guest is Michael McClenney, Drummer for the band Thumpdaddy. They discuss Michael’s upbringing as a lifelong church drummer, major influences, his joining Thumpdaddy, and his love of sports.

The guys opened the show with a shout-out to Women in Memphis Music after Derrick played a showcase for the group and leader Miz Stephanie with Elevation Memphis. Derrick wins an award and balances it out with one of the worst name mishaps at the award ceremony.

Today's featured guest is Lance Binder, Vocalist and Bassist for Area 51. The gang discusses Lance's upbringing, musical influences, and experiences in various bands over the years. Lance shares his journey from being a singer to a bass player, his songwriting process, and his touring experiences. He also talks about his time with bands like Jimi Jamison's Surviver, Akasha, andArea 51. Lance shares anecdotes from his time with Memphis Record Pressing and the resurgence of vinyl records. The episode provides an in-depth look into Lance's musical career and his contributions to the music industry.

Derrick and Jeff start the show with more details on the benefit for Adam Lucchesi at Minglewood Hall, updates on upcoming season three, and why they have ZERO attention span.

Featured guest Troy Ison tells us his musical background, influences, and experiences in forming the band Headband. Despite growing up in blues-dominant Memphis, he shares his preference for rock and roll over blues. The band's current lineup, plans for original music, and upcoming gigs are also discussed. Troy admires artists like Jimi Hendrix and Stevie Wonder and their love for 90s alternative music. The importance of preparedness for live performances, the challenges of tuning guitars on stage, and their involvement in benefit concerts are also highlighted.

Featured guest Kenny Francis tells us about his involvement in the music scene and his experiences on the road with the band Roxy Blue. Kenny shares stories about his past, including his time as a tour manager, his current profession as a long-haul truck driver, and his love for Mustang cars. The conversation also covers how he met his wife, Tina, and his early career in the music industry.

Our featured guests, Andy and Traci McCullough, discuss their shared love for music and wrestling, their upbringing in Tate County, and their journey as musicians. Traci shares her experience as a bass player and singer, and they both discuss their musical influences, which range from Christian hymns to 60s oldies. The conversation also covers their experiences with different band members and their past collaboration with drummer Pete Mondello.

At the start of this episode, Derrick recaps his trip to St. Louis with his daughter to see two Metallica concerts.

Today’s featured guest is Seth Kuykendall from Formerly Known As. The interview covers Seth's background, musical influences, and involvement in the Memphis music scene. They talk about Seth's early interest in The Beatles and Elvis, his passion for guitar playing, and his favorite albums from The Beatles and Pink Floyd. Seth shares his journey of joining the band Formerly Known As and his experiences performing live. The conversation also covers Seth's love for gear and pedal boards, his family's support, his involvement in multiple bands, and his experiences at the Tony Awards. The episode concludes by discussing their favorite rock bands and the importance of supporting local music.

Derrick and Jeff discuss Jeff's performances with Contraband and their public debut at 10th Inning and they make fun of Derrick’s inability to remember names. SQUIRREL!!!

The featured guest is Derrin Lee, the keyboard player from Elevation Memphis. They discuss Derrin's musical journey, from his upbringing in Dallas, Texas, to his move to Memphis, his education, and his passion for various music genres. Derrin shares his experiences playing in different ensembles, receiving a piano scholarship at Tennessee State University, and his desire to be a versatile musician. They also discuss his involvement in a Tina Turner tribute project and the importance of supporting live music. Derrin's love for music, humility, and eagerness to learn are highlighted throughout the conversation.

Jeff talks about bush hogging at his farm and Derrick checked out Souled Out at Laffayettes for the first time.

Featured guest, Karen Dillon Brown discusses her experiences as a musician, her band Midnite Train From Memphis, and her involvement in charity work. Karen shares her early musical influences, the challenges of being a female artist, and the joy of performing live. She also talks about her role in booking gigs and her work in the dental profession. The conversation touches on the importance of supporting live music and original artists. Karen's dedication to a charity feeding children is highlighted, as well as her upcoming benefit event for a member of the Memphis music community.

Today’s featured guests are Chris Craig and Kendall Wolf. They discuss their friendship, musical backgrounds, and influences. They reminisce about their early days playing music together and their love for rock music. They share stories about their experiences with Terry Glaze, the focal point of their band, Lord Tracy, and the high energy of their performances. They talk about their journey to getting a record deal, challenges, and disappointment when their record company stopped promoting them. They reflect on their career and express no regrets. They also discuss the possibility of future shows and their upcoming project. The episode ends with discussing merchandise and recommendations for other musicians to check out.

Memphis Duo Kevin and Bethany Paige came by to chat with us this week, talking about Kevin’s early solo deal with Chrysalis Records, meeting Bethany, their Elvis fandom, and of course how the rise of grunge changed everything.

In the intro, we recap the private watch party at Jimmy Fulp’s house, Jeff seeing The Pinch at Hadley’s, Jimmy Jameson being inducted into the Memphis Music Hall of Fame, and we also address a certain Facebook critic’s comments.

Memphis musician Shara Layne comes by the studio to share the story behind her bands Thumpdaddy, Shara Layne & The Drive, co-hosting the Tommy Awards, starting a new songwriter showcase, making the transition from performing cover songs to original music, and much more!

In today’s intro, Derrick and Recap the last watch party at Sidecar Memphis, Derrick’s gig with Elevation Memphis and the studio curse.