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May 14, 2025

Shuggie Otis - Music's Forgotten Legend

Welcome to the episode of The Trout Show, Vinyl to Viral. Rediscovering Music's Forgotten Legends. With your host, The Trout, and today, he’s spotlighting a forgotten legend: Shuggie Otis. In the ‘70s, Frank Zappa and Quincy Jones called this teenage prodigy a genius for his psychedelic soul masterpiece Inspiration Information. Shuggie was hailed as the next Jimi Hendrix and he was even as

May 10, 2025

Keeping the Beat: Gordy Knudtson of the Steve Miller Band

Join us on The Trout Show as we sit down with Gordy Knudtson, the legendary drummer who laid down the groove for the Steve Miller Band for over three decades. From rocking arenas with timeless hits like 'Fly Like an Eagle' and 'The Joker' to pioneering the innovative Open/Close drumming technique, Gordy’s career is a masterclass in rhythm and resilience. Beyond the stage, he’s an educator, aut

May 10, 2025

Keeping the Beat: Gordy Knudtson of the Steve Miller Band

May 03, 2025

Strings, Scales and Smarts: How Music Boosts Your Brain

Ever wonder why picking up a violin or banging on a drum in school could make a child a better student? Welcome to Strings, Scales, and Smarts! In this episode of The Trout Show of Vinyl to Viral podcast, The Trout dives into the science and stories behind how learning a musical instrument sharpens student’s mind, boosts their grades, and builds skills that last a lifetime. From focus to creativ

Apr 30, 2025

Nicolas Meier: Chosen by Jeff Beck – A Guitarist’s Journey

What happens when one of the most iconic guitarists in rock history handpicks you for his band? In this episode of The Trout Show, The Trout sits down with internationally acclaimed guitarist Nicolas Meier — known for his stunning blend of jazz, flamenco, and world music — to talk about his incredible journey through the music world. He dives into how Jeff Beck discovered him, what it was like

Apr 30, 2025

Nicolas Meier: Chosen by Jeff Beck – A Guitarist’s Journey

Apr 24, 2025

Auto-Tune: "Pitch Perfect or Pitch Fake"

“Hey, I’m The Trout, and this is the Vinyl to Viral podcast. I’ve recorded music without ever touching auto-tune—pure, raw, and real. But from T-Pain to Britain’s Got Talent, that pitch-shifting tech is everywhere, shaping hits and sparking fights. Is it a creative game-changer or a cheat code killing authenticity? We’re diving into the good, the bad, and the tuned-up truth—let’s t

Apr 22, 2025

Rob McNelley Guitarist to Nashville's Stars

Every once in a while, The Trout gets to talk to someone whose guitar work you’ve definitely heard — even if you didn’t know it at the time. This time, The Trout had the pleasure of sitting down with Rob McNelley, a musician whose resume reads like a hall of fame lineup. A three-time Academy of Country Music Guitarist of the Year, Rob has played with legends, shaped the sound of countless re

Apr 22, 2025

Rob McNelley Guitarist to the Stars

Apr 09, 2025

Jules Leyhe - From Jeff Beck Fan to Slide Guitar Star

"Welcome to The Trout Show, your spot for laid-back chats with incredible musicians! Today, we’re hanging out with Jules Leyhe—a slide guitar master who’s been obsessed with the six-string since his pre-teen days, inspired by the legendary Jeff Beck. From tearing up stages to dropping knowledge in his YouTube master series, Jules is a name you need to know. Settle in as we explore his journe

Apr 09, 2025

Jules Leyhe - From Jeff Beck Fan to Slide Guitar Star

Apr 01, 2025

Triston Harper - From American Idol to Indie Dreams

Triston Harper is a 16-year-old country music prodigy from McIntosh, Alabama, who captured hearts as a Top 5 finalist on American Idol Season 22 in 2024. With a voice wise beyond his years and a story of resilience—overcoming homelessness and hardship alongside his mother—Triston’s raw talent and Choctaw Indian heritage shone on the Idol stage. Since his standout performances of originals li