Rocker Dogcast

If you follow the alternative rock band Local H on social media then you're no stranger to Karen, their 8 year old, black pittie mix who's become their mascot. In this episode we zoom in with band founder Scott Lucas to hear more of Karen's story and how this complex girl went from being a dog shot in a police search to a tour dog who's seen more of the country than most people. Local H's breakthrough album As Good As Dead 30th Anniversary Edition is out now and available on double-vinyl and CD. Go to G&P Records for all Local H music and official merchandise. Scott gave his allotted shout out to Chi-Town Pitties whose mission is to rescue bully breeds in need and from high kill shelters while cultivating positive, collaborative foster relationships to ensure the ultimate adoptive success of the dogs into loving permanent homes. To adopt, foster, donate or attend an event visit chitownpitties.org for more info and resources.

This week we're talking dogs with Erika Wennerstrom of the band Heartless Bastards. Erika introduces us to her pandemic puppy Piper who's a Chihuahua - Pit Bull mix. As you'll hear, Piper is a well travelled dog who has visited 45 states, toured with The Flaming Lips and is snake trained to steer clear of those slithering reptiles. Lots of great stories from this adventure seeking duo. Erika and the Heartless Bastards will be celebrating the 20th anniversary of their second album All This Time with December shows in Evanston IL, Cleveland OH, Dayton OH, Houston TX and Austin TX. For tickets go to theheartlessbastards.com/tour Erika gave her Rocker Dogcast shout out to CityVet | Mueller Veterinarian Clinic and Urgent Care in Austin, TX, who understand that your pets are a crucial part of your family and offer a wide range of veterinary services, including preventive care, dental care, surgery, and more. To request an appointment visit cityvet.com/location/mueller

Today we welcome back the show's first returning guest in singer-songwriter Brooke Annibale. Brooke visited the podcast back in the Fall of 2022 as our eighth ever guest and now comes back to us with two new dogs and four years of new experiences. Her power trio of dogs now consists of, one-time newbie now leader of the pack, Rigby who's a super mutt from the South, Jupiter the Australian Shepherd (and certified therapy dog) and Mango the obligatory chihuahua their household must always have. Great catching up and sharing new stories with this down-to-earth, dedicated dog Mom. Brooke just released a terrific new album called Bolder Font in which she wrote, recorded, produced and mixed herself. It's available wherever you stream or buy music but the best way is to get it is straight from the source at brookeannibale.com/#store where you can also find hand-written lyrics, merchandise and special edition vinyl. Brooke gave her shout out to Patience Inspired Dog Training (PIDT) in Coventry, Rhode Island who, for over 15 years, have been serving the pets and families in the area with obedience dog training and behavioral interventions. To sign up for any of their array of classes and clinics visit patiencedogtraining.com

Prolific and versatile musician Alan Sparhawk of the pioneering slowcore band Low joins the show this week to introduce us to his 6 year old half Pitbull, half Labrador Retriever, Blue. If you follow Alan on Instagram you may have seen his "Bath Time with Blue" video series where he performs an acoustic song in his bathroom followed by giving Blue a bath. The song and the bath are both intimate experiences in their own right and really set the tone of the mutually beneficial relationship build on trust, respect and understanding that Alan and Blue share. Catch a special screening of the iconic 1922 silent film Nosferatu, brought to life with a live, original score composed and performed by Circuit Des Yeux and accompanied by special guest Alan Sparhawk. For tickets and info go to alansparhawk.com/tour Alan gave his shout out to Wildwoods in Duluth, Minnesota who are a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to the rehabilitation and release of sick, injured and orphaned wildlife, and to the reconciliation of humans and nature through education. To learn more about what you should do if you find a wild animal that needs help visit wildwoodsrehab.org

They say when you're a musician for hire the x-factor that gets you the gig is how well you can hang with the others in the band so it's no surprise that this week's guest, percussionist Everett Bradley, has landed tours with both Brice Springsteen and Bon Jovi. Everett zooms in to the show from Harlem to introduce us to his pandemic pup Ella, who's a 6 year old Poodle, Chihuahua, Havanese, Pekinese and Shitzu mix. Fun conversation from this charismatic and good humored dog dad. Keep an eye on Everett's social media for his Holidelic 2026 20th Anniversary Tour celebrating two decades of booty shakin', earthquakin', and never ever fakin' da holiday funk. Ticket info will be out soon. Everett gave his dog-do-gooder shout out to Tracy Area Animal Rescue, a 501 (c)(3) non-profit in southwest Minnesota whose mission is to reunite, rescue, care for and adopt out lost, abused or surrendered animals. To adopt, donate or get a list of veterinary care assistance resources visit tracyareaanimalrescue.com For more pics and clips of Everett and Ella follow the show on Instagram at @rockerdogcast