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Wildfire Podcasts, David Uosikkinen
Hooters drummer David Uosikkinen loves talking about music almost as much as he loves making it. From MTV-era super-stardom to his ongoing gig as band leader of the all-star ensemble In the Pocket, he’s got plenty of stories to share. Join him and longtime Philadelphia-area entertainment writer Andy Vineberg for in-depth conversations with some of Philly’s finest musicians, as well as some nationally known acts. If you love hearing the stories behind the songs from the people who lived them (with an occasional side dish of sports and pop culture talk), this is the show for you. in-the-pocket.simplecast.com
Episode 29 – 'Live at The Keswick'
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David and Andy preview tracks from In the Pocket’s upcoming live album, and David’s wife Dallyn calls in to share some inside stories about their rock ‘n’ roll love story.
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Episode 28 – Pete Donnelly
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Pete Donnelly (the Figgs, NRBQ, the Candy Butchers) shares the stories behind some of his songs (including an infamous night of teen debauchery), talks about his years working with Graham Parker, and performs a pair of songs live.
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Episode 27 – Rich Redmond
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Acclaimed drummer Rich Redmond, who plays with Jason Aldean and has performed with countless other big names, talks with David and Andy about his eventful career, his heroes, and the first time he saw the Hooters live.
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Episode 26 – Kenn Kweder
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Philly music lifer Kenn Kweder talks about his outrageous early days with the Secret Kidds and performs covers by Billy Paul, Bob Dylan, Johnny Cash and Taylor Swift on the latest “David Uossikinen In the Pocket” podcast.
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01:07:3528/02/2019
Episode 25 – Ben Arnold
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Veteran Philly musician Ben Arnold talks about the art of songwriting, his earliest encounter with the Hooters and more while also performing live on the latest “David Uosikkinen In the Pocket” podcast.
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01:06:0621/02/2019
Episode 24 – Going to California
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David Uosikkinen and In the Pocket bandmates Charlie Ingui, Greg Davis, Kenny Aaronson and producer Phil Nicolo talk about putting a Philly stamp on all-time R&B classic for a new commercial jingle they’re recording.
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Episode 23 – Robert Gordon
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Veteran rock n roll singer Robert Gordon, who recorded his first two albums with late legendary guitarist Link Wray and has worked with artists such as Bruce Springsteen, looks back at his eventful career.
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Episode 22 – Don Lee Van Winkle
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Don Lee Van Winkle, better known as Winkle, talks about his influential Philly rock band The American Dream, tells stories of sharing stages with legendary acts such as Elton John and the Doors, and performs a trio of songs on guitar, including a rousing cover of an all-time classic.
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01:06:5431/01/2019
Episode 21 – Dave's favorite drummers
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Hooters drummer David Uosikkinen talks about his 15 all-time favorite drummers on this week’s In The Pocket.
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Episode 20 – Cliff Hillis
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Episode 19 – Paul Barrere of Little Feat
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Paul Barrere joins David and Andy to talk 50 years of Little Feat, and also showcases a modern take on a Feat classic.
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Episode 18 – Jeff Simon
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Jeff Simon, who’s been drumming with George Thorogood and the Destroyers for 45 years, talks about a career that’s included sharing stages with the likes of the Rolling Stones, Howlin’ Wolf and Chuck Berry.
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Episode 17 – Phil Nicolo
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Grammy-winning producer Phil Nicolo, who’s worked on records by John Lennon, Bob Dylan and hundreds of others, joins David and Andy in front of a live audience at Piston Diner in Westville, N.J.
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Episode 16 - Nick Perri
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Former Silvertide guitarist Nick Perri talks about his eventful music career, including hanging with Eddie Van Halen and Slash, and his new project The Underground Thieves.
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01:08:1320/12/2018
Episode 15 – Liberty DeVitto
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Liberty DeVitto, Billy Joel’s longtime former drummer, shares stories from his eventful music career, as well as his mutual admiration for Hooters drummer David Uosikkinen.
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01:09:2613/12/2018
Episode 14 – Anita Gevinson
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Popular former Philadelphia DJ Anita Gevinson shares stories about working in radio during the 70s and 80s, her on-again, off-again romance with Warren Zevon and some of her other encounters with famous musicians.
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Episode 13 - Sal Maida
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Veteran bassist Sal Maida, a former member of Roxy Music who went on to play with bands such as Sparks, the Runaways and Cracker, shares stories from four decades in rock ‘n’ roll.
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01:01:2629/11/2018
Episode 12 – Beru Revue
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Bob Beru and Greg Davis of popular Philly vaudevillian rock band Beru Revue share stories from the band’s eventful career (including the time they all got arrested) and talk about some of their favorite songs.
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Episode 11 – Tommy Conwell
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Legendary Philly guitarist and bandleader Tommy Conwell takes an entertaining look back at his eventful career, including his short-lived meeting with his favorite band of all time and stories of his great “lost” album. He also performs a new song in its entirety.
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01:15:2116/11/2018
Episode 10 – Top 10 Hooters songs
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To mark the 10th episode of the “David Uosikkinen In the Pocket” podcast, David picks his 10 all-time favorite (and two least favorite) Hooters songs, plus fans of the band weigh in with their choices.
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Episode 09 – Lon Van Eaton
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Trenton native Lon Van Eaton and his brother Derrek spent the early 70s signed to Apple Records, playing with George Harrison, Ringo Starr and other music legends. He shares his memories from those magical days.
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Episode 08 – Randy "Now"
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Randy “Now” Ellis, the music promoter who brought a long list of legendary bands to Trenton’s famous City Gardens in the ‘80s and ‘90s, shares firsthand stories from a lifetime in rock ‘n’ roll.
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01:06:5225/10/2018
Episode 07 – ZouZou Mansour
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ZouZou Mansour, powerhouse lead vocalist of the Philly rock band Soraia, joins David Uosikkinen and Andy Vineberg to talk about an eventful career that includes working closely with Jon Bon Jovi and Little Steven.
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Episode 06 – Anita Wise
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TJ Tindall was a legendary Philadelphia session guitarist who played on dozens of hit records. His widow, actress/comedian Anita Wise, shares stories about his remarkable life and career.
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Episode 05 - Steve Butler
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Veteran South Jersey singer-songwriter Steve Butler of the bands Smash Palace and Quincy shares stories from five decades in music, including a one-sided legal showdown with Quincy Jones, an indirect run-in with Tom Petty, and the tragic loss of an early bandmate. He also performs a medley of songs on guitar.
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Episode 04 - Richard Bush
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Richard Bush, charismatic frontman of the A’s and the Peace Creeps, joins David Uosikkinen and Andy Vineberg to talk about his long and eventful career in rock ‘n’ roll.
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Episode 03 - Kenny Aaronson
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Veteran bassist Kenny Aaronson shares stories from five decades in rock ‘n’ roll, including touring with Bob Dylan, auditioning for The Rolling Stones, playing on a No. 1 hit and performing with a long list of legendary artists.
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Episode 02 - Charlie Ingui
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Legendary Philadelphia vocalist Charlie Ingui of the Soul Survivors joins David Uosikkinen and Andy Vineberg to talk about the top 5 smash “Expressway to Your Heart” and other highlights from five-plus decades in music, including recording with Duane Allman and touring with Buffalo Springfield.
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01:07:1313/09/2018
David Uosikkinen's In The Pocket – Episode 01
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On the premiere episode of "David Uosikkinen's In the Pocket," the Hooters drummer talks with veteran writer Andy Vineberg about his long musical journey, from his days playing the Levittown bars to his band's multi-platinum success (and bad fashion) in the '80s to his battle with addiction.
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