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Dive into The Trout Show, the ultimate podcast for music lovers hosted by Rick Troutman, aka The Trout—a Texas-born songwriter, musician, producer, and lifelong connector from the Dallas-Fort Worth scene. With roots in classic rock and soul, Rick brings you intimate interviews with legends and rising stars like Tesla's Frank Hannon, blues prodigy Rhys Stygal, and soul icon Merry Clayton. Reeling in stories from the heart of the industry, from SRV-inspired riffs to sync soundtrack triumphs, this show hooks boomer fans with nostalgic vibes and fresh sonic tales. Tune in on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube—where the river of music never runs dry!

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Epic Portraits: Meet the Woman Behind Rock and Blues Best Photos
Jan. 21, 2026

Epic Portraits: Meet the Woman Behind Rock and Blues Best Photos

In a world where one picture is worth a thousand words, Allison Morgan proves it daily --- snapping legends like rock stars and blues singers in their prime. Famous faces, iconic moments, all through her lens. Her photography...
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EDM Star Kendra Erika Transforms James Bond Songs With "License to Thrill"
Jan. 13, 2026

EDM Star Kendra Erika Transforms James Bond Songs With "License to Thrill"

Join us for an electrifying conversation with EDM powerhouse Kendra Erika as she unveils her upcoming album License to Thrill: The James Bond Songbook. From reimagining classics like "GoldenEye" and "Skyfall" with her signatu...
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Leanne Binder Ohio’s Powerhouse Vocalist and Soulful Story Teller
Dec. 11, 2025

Leanne Binder Ohio’s Powerhouse Vocalist and Soulful Story Teller

Leanne Binder is a powerhouse singer, songwriter, and entertainer known for her soulful voice and commanding stage presence. With a repertoire that effortlessly spans blues, rock, roots, and Americana, Leanne has performed ev...
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Before There was Stevie Ray - There was Lonnie Mack
Dec. 9, 2025

Before There was Stevie Ray - There was Lonnie Mack

The Trout's exclusive interview with Holly Mack, Lonnie Mack's daughter in this episode of Vinyl to Viral on the The Trout Show. Lonnie Mack (1941–2016) was an American guitarist, singer, and songwriter widely recognized as the father of blues-rock guitar. Born Lonnie McIntosh on a sharecropper’s f…
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Hoxie Rae - Etta James James Vibes Meet Modern Betrayal Blues
Nov. 10, 2025

Hoxie Rae - Etta James James Vibes Meet Modern Betrayal Blues

Meet Hoxie Rae—New York’s indie soul firestorm channeling Ma Rainey’s grit, Etta James’ fire, and Sharon Jones’ swagger into pure, unfiltered magic. She chose her name “Hoxie” to honor her steel-willed grandmother who became ...
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Na Na Hey Hey Who Knew? The Rise of a Classic
Oct. 29, 2025

Na Na Hey Hey Who Knew? The Rise of a Classic

Dive into the wild, improbable story of “Na Na Hey Hey Kiss Him Goodbye” by Steam, a 1969 B-side that stumbled into #1 glory. Join us as we unravel how a throwaway studio jam, recorded in one night by a fake band, became a mi...
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Recent Blog Posts

The Corporate Gold Rush: Why Big Businesses Are Snapping Up Music Catalogs
Jan. 13, 2026

The Corporate Gold Rush: Why Big Businesses Are Snapping Up Music Cat…

The Corporate Gold Rush: Why Big Businesses Are Snapping Up Music Catalogs In the ever-evolving world of music, one trend has been dominating headlines: corporations and investment firms pouring billions into acquiring music catalogs. From legend…

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AI's Double-Edged Symphony: Revolutionizing the Music Business in 2025
Oct. 18, 2025

AI's Double-Edged Symphony: Revolutionizing the Music Business in 2025

AI's Double-Edged Symphony: Revolutionizing the Music Business in 2025 In the ever-evolving world of music, where a single viral track can launch careers or shatter industries, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as both a virtuoso collabora…

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What's Happening in Blues Music in 2025: A Vibrant Evolution of a Timeless Genre
June 29, 2025

What's Happening in Blues Music in 2025: A Vibrant Evolution of a Tim…

What's Happening in Blues Music in 2025: A Vibrant Evolution of a Timeless Genre Blues music, with its soul-stirring melodies and raw emotional power, continues to thrive in 2025, evolving while staying true to its roots. From fresh releases by mod…

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