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PART ONE: The Untold Story of Damon Johnson & the Birth of Brother Cane! In this fantastic first part of our in-depth interview with Damon Johnson (founder of Brother Cane), we dive deep into his incredible journey from the backroads of Alabama to the stages of rock ‘n’ roll history. We cover: • Growing up in Alabama and falling in love with music • Grinding on the local music circuit • His first big break with Split The Dark • Joining Witness and Delta Rebels • The wild Chyld era • And finally… the moment Brother Cane was born! Raw stories, early struggles, key turning points, and the spark that started one of the most underrated rock bands of the 90s. If you love real rock history, band origins, and honest musician interviews — this one’s for you!

On this episode, we’re celebrating three killer melodic rock releases! First up: Night Ranger – Neverland on limited clear orange vinyl — the 1997 classic finally available on wax for the very first time! We’re talking big hooks, soaring harmonies, and that signature Night Ranger energy. Then we crack open the brand new album from guitar hero Joel Hoekstra’s 13 — “From The Fade” — packed with thunderous riffs, soaring melodies, and the high-octane melodic rock we’ve been waiting for. Finally, we’re opening the remastered reissue of Gary Moon’s “Still Moon” — the acclaimed 90’s melodic rock gem (featuring Brad Gillis on guitar) is back and sounding better than ever! Honest first impressions and full unboxings — if you love AOR, melodic hard rock, and premium vinyl, this episode is for you. Which of these are you most excited about? Night Ranger’s Neverland on vinyl, Joel Hoekstra’s new one, or the Gary Moon reissue? Let us know in the comments!

Night Ranger Assistant Tour Manager Angela Hemingway Reveals Her Wild Ride from Michigan Guitarist to Rock Tour Life! In this must-watch episode, we sit down with Angela Hemingway — the powerhouse Tour Assistant keeping the legendary Night Ranger machine running on the road! Hailing from Michigan, Angela grew up with a guitar in her hands, dreaming of a life in music. She went on to earn a degree in Entertainment Business and Recording Arts, then launched her career at Sonic Magic Studios as a Dialogue & ADR Editor. But the pull of the music world was too strong… so she steered her course straight into the industry and eventually landed one of the most coveted gigs out there: joining the Night Ranger camp! Angela opens up about: • Her early days shredding guitar in Michigan • Breaking into the entertainment business • The transition from studio life to full-time tour chaos • What it’s REALLY like working with Night Ranger legends every single day • Insider tips for anyone chasing a career in music or on the road If you’re a Night Ranger fan, a guitar player, an aspiring tour manager, or just love raw behind-the-scenes rock stories — this one’s for you!

Night Ranger Music Videos Ranked: MTV Era to Japanese 90s and Frontiers Releases! We review and rank Night Ranger music videos across three main periods: • The MTV-era clips from the 1980s • The Japanese-market videos from the 1990s • The studio videos released with Frontiers Records from 2011 to the present The discussion includes well-known tracks such as “Sister Christian,” “Don’t Tell Me You Love Me,” and “When You Close Your Eyes,” along with later releases like “High Road” and “Breakout.” Leave your own ranking or favorite video in the comments.

In this episode we sit down with veteran rock merchandiser Ricky Lathrop! Ricky currently helps run the Night Ranger merchandise operation and has spent years working with huge acts including REO Speedwagon and Sammy Hagar. He just landed one of the most talked-about gigs in rock right now — official merchandiser for the upcoming Triumph tour! We dive into: • What it really takes to run merch on major rock tours • Behind-the-scenes stories from REO Speedwagon and Sammy Hagar • How he scored the Triumph tour • The current state of band merchandise in 2026 • Tips for fans and future merchandisers A must-watch for any Night Ranger, Triumph, REO Speedwagon, or Sammy Hagar fan! What’s your favorite classic rock band merch of all time? Let us know in the comments!