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Dan Donegan of Disturbed

Disturbed kick off the North American tour in Idaho on Tuesday, February 25th with Three Days Grace and Sevendust. Dan did a video chat about their new song, the 1st band he met, his relationship with former member Fuzz and touring with the Stone Temple Pilots in 2000.

Chris Daughtry

Singer, songwriter and guitarist Chris Daughtry talks about his new EP, “Shock To The System (Part One)“, getting blackout tattoos on his arms and why he loves the Gibson Explorer.

Comedian Dusty Slay

Comedian Dusty Slay is on “The Night Shift” tour. He picks between The Eagles and CCR and which was harder to quit; drinking, smoking or chewing, and talks about some of his favorite “poor” meals. The show in Boise is almost sold out.

Craig Gass in Boise Saturday

Comedian Craig Gass is at The Egyptian Theatre in Boise this Saturday, January 11th. He’s known for his voice work on Family Guy and American Dad, The Howard Stern Show, plus the TV Shows King of Queens and Sex In The City.

He tells an amazing Pearl Jam story, pulls out his new impression of Sebastian Bach from Skid Row and talks about what it was like opening for Pantera.

Warren Haynes (Allman Bros/Gov’t Mule)

Warren Haynes (The Allman Brothers Band / Gov’t Mule) discusses the difference between an Allman Brothers, A Grateful Dead and a Dave Matthews crowd as a performer. “Million Voices Whisper” is his newest album out now.

Gary Hoey (guitarist)

Guitarist Gary Hoey on his now Christmas song, the new album “Avalanche” due in March, the new album with Lita Ford, playing with Lou Gramm and thoughts on Ozzy going into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame as Gary auditioned for Ozzy in 1987.

Brianna Mahon (Monster Jam)

Brianna Mahon is the driver of Scooby-Doo! with Monster Jam. She talks about tattoos, fly fishing and competing against men in Monster Jam and Motocross.

Joe Bonamassa

Blues musician Joe Bonamassa calls in to talk about being nominated for a Grammy for “Blues Deluxe Vol. 2”, why he declined buying the famous “Greeny” Les Paul owned by Peter Green (Fleetwood Mac), Gary Moore and now Kirk Hammett (Metallica), and the impact of Jeff Beck.

Fab Four Interview

Jon Fickes is the John Lennon of The Fab Four: The Ultimate Tribute. Jon ranks harmonica players, picks a favorite episode of Seinfeld and goes over guitars he loves plus talks about the time he played with the 5th Beatle, Pete Best.

Comedian Christopher Titus

Comedian Christopher Titus talks about his love for Prince, cars he wish he still had, the 2 new episodes of his TV Show “Titus” that ran on Fox in 2000, his special coming out called “Carrying Monsters” and his new one tentatively named “Death Wish”. Live in Boise on November 23rd at the Knitting Factory. He hosts the “Titus Podcast” with his wife, comedian Rachel Bradley.

Comedian Tyler Wolf

TSO Interview

Al Pitrelli from the Trans-Siberian Orchestra reflects on the anniversary of 9/11 and how it led to him leaving Megadeth. Al also talks about his time recording the “Aqua” album with Asia, why TSO gives $1 of every ticket sold to charity and what the show this year will be like.

Costaki Economopoulos (comedian)

Comedian Costaki Economopoulos is from All Pro Lines and a weekly guest on the Bob & Tom Show with his NFL “Quick Snaps”. He runs “Caption Kangaroo” on Facebook and is on a stand-up comedy tour.

Richard Willams from the band Kansas

Kansas guitarist Richard Williams calls in to discuss how drummer Phil Ehart is doing after his heart attack, if Kerry Livgren will appear at their shows in Topeka this October, their “Wayward Son” coffee that helps a Kansas music venue and the time Steven Tyler unplugged Kansas during a show.

Comedian Chad Daniels

Comedian Chad Daniels has a new special on Netflix, “Empty Nester”. He appears on “Your Mom’s House” Episode 771 today, was on “Something’s Burning” with Bert Kreischer yesterday and on “The Joe Rogan Experience” on July 17th. He talks about Rogan and performing at Comedy Mothership in Austin, Texas, knowing Tom Segura from “I Need You To Kill” on Amazon Prime now and how he accidentally got a swingers tattoo.

Jada Hanna interview

Jade Hanna is a musician in Boise, Idaho with a new song out called, “Tricked”. 

Gerry Beckley interview

Musician Gerry Beckley is a founding member of the band America. His self-titled album is out now. He discusses some of the new songs, people confusing “A Horse With No Name” with Neil Young, running into David Gilmour recently, his friendship with Brian Wilson (The Beach Boys) and knowing The Beatles.

Don McLean Interview

Don McLean talks about this new album, “American Boys“, plus Elvis and the story behind the album cover of “American Pie”

Comedian Pat McGann

Comedian Pat McGann is opening up for Sebastian Maniscalco on the, “It Ain’t Right” tour. He released the special, “When’s Mom Gonne Be Home?” in 2020.

Don Bellezzo interview

Yesterday – A Tribute to The Beatles founded by Don Bellezzo, tours not only in the U.S. but Internationally. With seven tours of Japan, dozens more to Canada, the Philippines, Hong Kong, Bahamas, and United States military bases  throughout the World, these entertainers have performed on five continents. Yesterday is Endorsed by Sir Paul McCartney himself.

Comedian Mario Adion

Comedian Mario Adrion is a YouTuber and retired German male model. He talks about hecklers, bread in Europe, his wife thinking he was gay and what was his beefiest weight.

Lead singer of Yächtley Crëw

Yächtley Crëw is the nation’s # 1 Yacht Rock band from Los Angeles. We talk to lead singer Philly Ocean about Chris Lordl-Alge, Dave Grohl, Mötley Crüe and fitting 7 guys on one stage.

Surviving A Serial Killer

Alicia Dennis (Editorial Director) talks about the new six-part series, “People Magazine Investigates – Surviving A Serial Killer”. Airing Sunday nights on Investigation Discovery (ID) and streaming on MAX.

Interview with author Joel Selvin

Author Joel Selvin talking about his book, “Drums & Demons: The Tragic Journey of Jim Gordon”. Jim Gordon was a famous drummer who played on “Layla” by Derek & The Dominos, “Pet Sounds” by The Beach Boys, “Rikki Don’t Lose That Number” by Steely Dan, “You’re So Vain” by Carly Simon and more. In 1983 Jim killed his mother and spent the rest of his life in prison.

Hairball this Friday!

Dave Moody is 1 of 3 lead singers for the ultimate 80’s tribute act, “Hairball“. Dave performs as Brian Johnson, Dee Snider, Alice Cooper & Gene Simmons. He talks about meeting a member of AC/DC, what he thinks of Axl Rose and playing bass for Billy Ray Cyrus.

T.J. Miller interview

Comedian and actor T.J. Miller on knowing Redbar, bringing back Gorbuger, having his own hot sauce and peanut butter & his new special “Smooth Peanut Butter” out on audio now. He’s appeared in Deadpool 1 & 2, Silicon Valley, Yogi Bear 3D, Ready Player One, Transformers: Age of Extinction, Big Hero 6 & more.

Tim King (SOiL)

Tim King is the bassist for SOiL and will head to the UK with (Hed) PE, Nonpoint and The Union Underground and will tour Europe in 2024. He talks about his friendships with Wayne Static (Static-X) and Burton C. Bell (Fear Factory) plus how lead singer Ryan left the band for Drowning Pool and then came back to SOil. Tim also talks about his death metal band, Oppressor, getting back together.

Ahren Belisle (comedian)

From America’s Got Talent and golden ticket winner from Kill Tony, comedian Ahren Belisle. Ahren is a mute comedian with cerebral palsy and is playing his 1st theatre this Thursday in Boise, Idaho. Ahren uses his phone and a Bluetooth speaker to communicate and perform comedy. – Forrest

John Cafiero (Osaka Popstar)

John Cafiero (Osaka Popstar) has a new song out called “The Land of Hatchy Milatchy” recorded for the comic book series, “Sweetie Candy Vigilante”. John also manages The Misfits and talks about the “Dr. Demento Covered In Punk” sequel in the works. – Forrest

Joe Gatto from Impractical Jokers

Comedian Joe Gatto is on his “Night Of Comedy” tour in 2024. He is the co-host of the podcast “Two Cool Moms” with comedian Steve Byrne & his children’s book, “Where Is Bearry?”, is coming out September 3rd.

Dicky Barrett of the Mighty Mighty Bosstones

Lead singer Dicky Barrett from The Mighty Mighty Bosstones has a new supergroup called “The Defiant” with the album “If We’re Really Being Honest” out now. The band also features Pete Parada from The Offspring on drums and guitarist Greg Camp from Smash Mouth.

Saxon interview

Robby Krieger from The Doors interview

Guitarist Robby Krieger from The Doors has a new group and album out now, “Robby Krieger & The Soul Savages“. We talk to Robby and keyboardist Ed Roth about the songs, the 60th anniversay of the Whiskey a Go Go and The Doors. 

Dusty Slay Interview

Comedian Dusty Slay has a new 1-hour standup special, “Working Man” on Netflix. It’s first week it reached # 2 of all TV shows on Netflix. He is part of the “Nateland Podcast” with Nate Bargatze, Brian Bates, and Aaron Weber. He also hosts the “We’re Having A Good Time” Podcast witth his wife Hannah. – Forrest

Bob Cowsill Interview

Phone interview witl Bob Cowsill from The Cowsills. The Digital EP, “A Christmas Offering From The Cowsils“, includes two original holiday songs plus a new version of “Winter Wonderland.” – Forrest

Comedian Lisa Liao

Stand-up comedian, actress, and writer Leslie Liao is on Netflix’s “Verified“. She talks about her recent appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon and still holding down a full-time job while doing comedy. – Forrest

Interview with Don DiPetta

Actor, writer and comedian Don DiPetta with a new film out now, “A Place In The Field” where a battle-shocked veteran goes on a road trip to fulfill a promise to a fallen comrade. Check out his plant-based flossers, “Floss Guys“, on Amazon. Don was also the voice of Sam in the video game Mafia. – Forrest

Arenacross driver interview

Arenacross driver Rylan Smith talks about his start in dirt bikes, his most brutal injury and thoughts on electric dirt bikes. Mention this interview or 96.9 The Eagle at the Ford Idaho Center box office and get a freeT rack Party passs with the purchase of any standard ticket. AMA Arenacross Fan Party – walk through the track, see the motorcycles up close, meet the riders, take photos, and get autographs. The track party begins at 6pm and ends at 6:45pm.  Racing starts at 7:30 both Friday and Saturday night in Nampa, Idaho.

Rachel Bolan from Skid Row

Rachel Bolan is the bassist, co-founder, and main songwriter for Skid Row. The new album, “The Gang’s All Here” is out now with the new lead singer, Eric Grönwall. “The Gang’s All Here Tour” runs through March 2024 with Buckcherry. – Forrest

Gary Hoey

Gary Hoey calls in every year to play his guitar & talk guitar. Gary is known for his rock take on classic Christmas songs. This year he’s released “The Nutcracker (Sugar Plum Fairy) which you can download here. Gary has recorded over 20 albums including with Lita Ford in 2012 and auditioned for Ozzy Ozbourne in 1987. – Forrest

The Fab Four Interview

Ardy Sarraf performs as Paul McCartney with The Beatles tribute group, “The Fab Four“. He talks about why he plays left-handed, what guitars he owns, playing private gigs for Paul Stanley & Dave Grohl plus his thoughts on the newest Star Wars movies and shows. – Forrest

Wendy Dio Interview

Wendy Dio talks about the newest Dio boxset, “The Studio Albums 1996-2004”, Dio’s relationship with Jack Black, Ronnie writing lyrics for Black Sabbath instead of Geezer and the upcoming Bowling For Ronnie celebrity tournament. – Forrest

Felix Cavaliere (The Rascals)

Felix Cavaliere from The Rascals on his relationship with The Beatles, how the voting works now that he’s in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and his new release, “Then & Now”.  – Forrest

The Titans of Soft Rock!

Philly Ocean is the lead singer of Yächtley Crëw, the nation’s #1 Yacht Rock Band. From tattoos, to playing the Viper Room and Disney, to celebrities that love the band, Philly Ocean talks everything yacht rock.

Fortune Feimster (comedian)

Comedian Fortune Feimster calls in to talk about working with Arnold Schwarzenegger on “Fubar“, her new special on Netflix, “Good Fortune”, coming out to her father as the age of 25 in North Carolina, plus her love for Chili’s & Hooters. – Forrest

James “J.Y.” Young interview

Guitarist and singer James “J.Y.” Young from Styx talks future plans of the band, the passing of his wife Susan and some of the iconic music acts he’s seen and opened for. He’s often called “The Godfather Of Styx”.

Comedian Aaron Weber

Comedian Aaron Weber talks about what it feels like to storm a football field at Notre Dame, how he organizes his baseball card collection, his 1st show at The Comedy Store in LA and being a part of The Nateland Podcast. – Forrest

Gianmarco Soresi

New York based comedian Gianmarco Soresi on working with Tracy Morgan, appearing on The Late Late Show With James Corden and doing comedy through the pandemic. His podcast is called, “The Downside with Gianmarco Soresi” and his special, “Shelf Life” is posted below.