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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!

Recent Episodes

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Crossroads Reloaded - Eric Clapton's 2026 Revival
April 2, 2026

Crossroads Reloaded - Eric Clapton's 2026 Revival

Eric Clapton's Crossroads Guitar Festival is a legendary guitar showcase he started back in nineteen ninety-nine—think epic jams with legends like Jeff Beck, John Mayer, and Santana—where all ticket sales and related proceeds go straight to funding the Crossroads Centre in Antigua. That's his own a…
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Four Strings, Zero Dignity – Chatting with Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain
March 25, 2026

Four Strings, Zero Dignity – Chatting with Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain

The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain, founded in nineteen eighty-five by George Hinchliffe and Kitty Lux, is the world's original all-ukulele ensemble—think classical poise meets cheeky covers of pop, jazz, and movie themes...
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Politics and Musicians - What Could Go Wrong
March 18, 2026

Politics and Musicians - What Could Go Wrong

Music and politics have always collided—think Bob Dylan in the '60s or protest songs against wars—but in recent years (especially 2024–2026), it's exploded with social media amplifying everything. Artists' views alienate half their audience, politicians steal songs without permission, and endorseme…
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Different Worlds One Killer Sound - Wake the Nile
March 16, 2026

Different Worlds One Killer Sound - Wake the Nile

Coming up, Wake the Nile a new band from Austin, Texas. Don, straight out of Uganda, and Dominic, Tampa Bay kid, two strangers who crashed into each other in Austin last August. Different coasts, different routes, same fire. ...
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Rock and Roll Hall of Fame - Where Money Talks and Rock Walks
March 1, 2026

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame - Where Money Talks and Rock Walks

Welcome to Rock and Roll Hall of Fame: Money Talks, Rock Walks—the podcast that pulls back the curtain on Cleveland's shiny glass pyramid. Once built to honor the raw, guitar-driven legends who shaped rock 'n' roll—from Chuck...
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Guitar and Grit With Blues Great Boogie Long
Feb. 25, 2026

Guitar and Grit With Blues Great Boogie Long

Coming up next—straight from Baton Rouge, Louisiana—it's Jonathon 'Boogie' Long. This guitar-slinging blues-rock powerhouse grew up on gospel, won Guitar Center's King of the Blues back in twenty-eleven, and got inducted into the Louisiana Music Hall of Fame. His latest album, Courage in the Chaos,…
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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 CatalogsIn 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 2025In 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 GenreBlues 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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