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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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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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Feb. 20, 2026

Martin Ditcham - The Drums Behind the Legends

Meet Martin Ditcham—one of Britain's most versatile drummers and percussionists. He's been laying down grooves for decades, surrounded by rhythm from day one. Over that time, he's cowritten 'The Sweetest Taboo' with Shaday, grooved on The Rolling Stones' Undercover, powered Chris Reah's classics li…

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Feb. 16, 2026

ENYA - The Ghost That Sold 80 Million Records

Enya. The woman who sold eighty million records without ever stepping on stage. No tours. No selfies. Just layers of her own voice, stacked like cathedral glass, and a castle she calls home. She's Ireland's quiet queen—reclus...

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Feb. 14, 2026

Echoes of the Legends - Real or Tribute Bands?

Welcome to Echoes of the Legends – the podcast that peels back every layer of those iconic groups you grew up on, only to find the lineup's... thinner than your vinyl sleeve. We're not chasing tour dates or ticket stubs; we'r...

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Feb. 12, 2026

From Attorney to EDM Artist: Ellie Bloom’s New Beat

Think of a woman who spent years in courtrooms—sharp suits, long days, steady career. She was forty-two, still a practicing attorney, when she decided: why not chase the music she loved? That’s Ellie Bloom. Now she’s making d...

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Feb. 3, 2026

These Kids Changed Everything - Rob and Sky's Song of Hope

Welcome to a little slice of something real. I'm talking about Rob and Sky—two musicians who don't just write songs, they live them. They took this idea—that love's the only thing worth fighting for—and turned it into the song 'When We Love One Another.' Picture this: elementary kids running wild, …

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Jan. 13, 2026

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

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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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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June 29, 2025

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

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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