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Retro Rock Roundup with Mike and Jeremy Wiles
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In this Bonus Episode ,we talk with Jacob Deraps, vocalist and guitarist for Deraps - an amazing band that is bringing back the great hard rock of the 70's and 80's. We discuss their latest amazing album, Viva Rock N' Roll, and their upcoming Canada and American Tour!
In this episode, friend of the podcast and Electric Talon Records recording artist Wax Mekanix returns to discuss the great new music he released in the last year and his latest single Naked.
In this weekend flash episode, Mike recaps the amazing Ronnie Montrose Remembered Concert he attended on January 24, 2026, in Anaheim, California!
In the latest edtion of our Chicago Scene series, we speak with veteran guitarist, singer/songwriter, Andon Davis. We discuss his musical journey and the great bands he has been part of, including The Riptones and The Real Pretenders, and we dive into his new solo album and his upcoming record release party.
In this episode we speak with Brian Greenway, guitarist and vocalist with the legendary Canadian rock band April Wine. We discuss their musical legacy and their upcoming Canada and US tour with Triumph.
In this Much Maligned Albums series, Jeremy and Mike deep dive into Cheap Trick's 1986 album The Doctor to find out why it wasn't the right Rx for the band.
Legendary vocalist Keith St. John, from Montrose, Kingdom Come, Lynch Mob, and so many more, joins us to discuss Ronnie Montrose Remembered-NAMM JAMM 2026 - The 10th Anniversary Show on January 24th in Anaheim, California!
Omad Records recording artist, Robert LaRoche, returns to the studio to discuss his excellent new solo album, Sacred Vow.
In this episode, John Brodeur, aka Bird Streets, returns to discuss his excellent new album, The Escape Artist.
Mike and Jeremy discuss some of the great classic rock bands that are hitting the road in 2026! Are these "Cover Bands" because they only have one or two or even none of the original members? We give you the lowdown on the bands that we believe are doing it right and one that we feel needs to stay home!
Happy Holidays from Retro Rock Roundup! In this special Christmas Episode, Mike and Jeremy talk about their favorite and least favorite Christmas songs by classic rock artists! See which artist and bands have been naughty or nice!
Jeremy and Mike recap five wonderful years of Retro Rock Roundup. We are joined by some special guests who have been great supporters and contributors to our podcast.
In the latest of our Chicago Scene series episodes, we speak with Singer/Songwriter, Brian Krumm about his musical journey - from his bands Suede Chain to The Great Crusades, to his latest solo album with his band The Barfly Friends, Just Fade Away.
In this episode, we speak with author Gillian Gaar about her excellent new book, Tom Petty: A Life & Music. We discuss the book and Tom Petty's amazing career.
In the Bonus Episode, we speak with Eric Butler, leader of Indiscipline: A Tribute To King Crimson. This band of some of the finest musicians is the best King Crimson expierience the Midwest has to offer. We discuss the formation of the band, the challenge of putting together a setlist of this magnitude, and the band's upcoming performance on December 6th at Reggies in Chicago.
In Episode 2 or our 2 part "Bruce Giving" Week episodes, Jeremy and Mike are joined by Rock In Retrospect host, Nick Bambach to review the new Bruce Springsteen biopic, Delver Me From Nowhere. We also discuss Nick's recent attendance at The 2025 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, and Mike and Jeremy recall their 2021 visit to Bruce Springsteen's hometown of Freehold, New Jersey.
In this New Music Friday episode, we speak with the members of Anything Ever, a great up-and-coming band from New York that combines fantastic hook filled pop/rock with Kansas inspired violin. We deep dive into their excellent debut album, Sleepless Nights.
In this episode, author Tim Durling joins us to talk about his book, Sing Me Away, The Night Ranger Album Review. We also Tim's love of collecting rare 8-Track tapes and his Tim's Vinyl Confession You Tube show.
In this episode, we speak with legendary rocker Graham Parker and author Jay Nachman about their great new book, Graham Parker's Howlin' Wind, which tells the story of Graham's early life and career that led up to his iconic 1976 debut album, Howlin' Wind.
In this episode, we speak with Terry Adams, Jr., who fronts The Phil Collins Experience - a multi-media production that pays tribute to Phil Collns and Genesis. We discuss Terry's musical journey, his love of Phil Collins and Genesis, and the band's upcoming Chicagoland performances.























