On tonight’s episode we continue down the lane of amazing guitarists! Otis Rush is tonights slinger as we dig deep. We also talk about a band that showcases straight up fun in The Gap Band. We dig deep into one of the great Funk kings. We also talk Iron and Wine and Anthrax. We also dig into early 70’s heavy metal band Budgie. New artist Beach Bunny kicks off the fun on our 77th spin!

As we take the time to admire the great kings of the guitar on episode 76, we also want to thank you for taking the time to jam out with us. After doing a smooth Album Cuts on Freddie King, we dig deep into both BB King and Albert King with stories and classics. We then spin the Groove which is Double with My Morning Jacket’s It Still Moves. We talk Bassist John Deacon of Queen and some of his deep cuts. We also dig into a recent new listen in Future Nobodies with a sound spin akin to the 1980’s. We talk the recent Stones and Santana concerts along with so much more. When talking music we always enjoy whichever genre you’re spinning!

Three Quarters Please! We’ve made it 75 episodes into our musical journey. We get started talking recent releases from Actress, Eels, Islands and many more. We then talk about the new Stevie Van Zandt documentary just released on Max. Then we head to Brazil to talk Sepultura as they’re about to embark on their final tour. Seeing Santana this weekend! We talk the first two albums in whole. We dig into the Double Groove of Nas’ Illmatic. We talk the lasting power of Elton John Drummer Nigel Olsson. Dig into 1970 post-punk legends Wire along with some wedding music talk. So much info crosses this music festivals threshold that we’re going to have to definitely going to have to have an episode 76!!!

As we inch closer to our three quarters mark, Episode 74 is here to keep the Rhythm on a hot summer day! We start by seeing what new releases have crossed our turntable’s path! We have a new album by The Decemberists to a band just dropping on our radar in Fountains D.C. To go along with all of tonight’s jams, we have some classic footage to wet your whistle. We dig into different things that make a drummer memorable including some of the masters in the drum game from Ginger Baker to Tim Alexander of Primus. We check out some of The Weather Report along with a Bobby Womack classic. We check back in with the Double Groove on Screaming Trees Sweet Oblivion while closing out the show with some classic Canned Heat. We got everything tuned up to jam out!

Lean on Me for Episode 73 as The Hookup On Music talks all types of tunes. Riot Fest is moving along with the announcement for 2024. We also dig into some albums form 1984. We also dig into R.E.M’s 1980’s catalogue. De La Soul and Daft Punk get the spotlight on a couple of amazing albums. We also go into Soulfly’s debut which is loaded with guests. We also talk a few television theme songs including one from Oingo Boingo leader Danny Elfman. Thank you for keeping The Hookup on the dial!

On tonight’s 72nd Hookup, we take a look at lot’s of good music. We get started talking new artist Babe Report. Then we go into some new Ray LaMontagne and a track from the flick Empire Records! We also go down the rabbit hole of guitarist Adriane Belew and The Beta Band. We talk the amazingness of Urge Overkill. Gary Clark Jr. had been putting out solid work for over 10 years. Check it all out along with producer Matt Wallace’s great work. Let’s get into the mosh pit with Episode 72!

On today’s 71st Hookup we take a dive into why does a band like The Black Keys book venues too big? We also dig into a recent show with Knocked Loose at The Salt Shed! The Sphere in Las Vega has had some awesome band experiences. Who else should play the new venue? We also dig into the new album by Lenny Kravitz. We did not see how good it is on our Hookup bingo card. With lot’s more from the Hookup in store this episode!

Join us tonight in the 70th Hookup record bin. We are digging into a recent show at the Salt Shed with Sleep Token. We then dig into the Isley Brothers magic. From their we go into Chicago’s Material Issue and their power pop finesse. Al Green gets a shout out. We talk the brand new Cage The Elephant’ Neon Pill! Thank you for rocking and rolling with us!

Tonight I’m joined by my main man and returning guest Sean from Philadelphia. Stop on by and listen to us dive into a recent Depeche Mode concert. Musical fun is in store on episode 69 as we dig into some 90’s wrestling themes! Wicked Game is an amazing song! Tonight we talk why and so much more fun from Philly!

Please Join us as we go in depth on some weekly music talk. Sadly producer Steve Albini has passed away. We will be going through some of his magic. Then a returning Slayer member who had a great return to Chicago this week and a new first solo album May 17th. Also we’re going through some underrated band members from some great bands and The Rickenbacker and it’s magic. Got lot’s planned for tonights 68th episode!! So let’s get the turntable spinning!