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Nashville On The Rocks

Nashville On The Rocks

Written by: Lisa Karkos
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Nashville On The Rocks is a podcast/show that literally mixes ROCK-N-ROLL with cocktails and mocktails! Hosted by rock-n roller/bartender Lisa Karkos at her husband's D.A. Karkos's Underdog Studio in Nashville, TN, the show features deep-dive interviews with the talented faces that make up the ever-growing rock music scene in Nashville and beyond!Copyright 2026 Lisa Karkos Music
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  • ANDEE BLACKSUGAR -Prolific Guitarist, Producer, and Songwriter- Peter Murphy - KMFDM - Blondie
    Jan 1 2026

    Welcome back to another electrifying episode of Nashville On the Rocks and in this episode we are turning the volume all the way up. We talk a lot about talent in this town, but today’s guest is a true artist and a force of nature who brings a little NYC grit down to Music City. He's an absolute guitar virtuoso who's taken his six-string skills around the globe, sharing stages with legends like Peter Murphy, the industrial heavyweights KMFDM, and with new wave legends, Blondie. But his resume runs so much deeper than that. From founding the NYC cult-favorite bands, Pop Star Kids and Black Sugar Transmission—to collaborating with Saigon Kick's Jason Bieler and trading licks in guitar dools with legends like Andy Wood and Living Colour’s Vernon Reid, this man does it all. He’s also a teacher, a producer, and a good friend of the show—in fact, you can hear his incredible guitar work all over Jerry Gaskill of King’s X’s solo record, Love and Scars, produced by our very own co-host D.A. Karkos. He's even lent his skills to D.A.'s own project, Darkest Daylight. So sit back and grab your favorite drink, as we hope you'll enjoy this episode with our friend, the one and only... Andee Blacksugar!

    #AndeeBlacksugar #GuitarVirtuoso #KMFDM #Blondie #PeterMurphy

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    2 hrs and 12 mins
  • DAVE MORAATA -Inside the Beat: Interview with Saving Abel’s Dynamic Drummer
    Dec 10 2025

    Hey guys we’re back with a brand new episode and ready to rock out with our next guest on Nashville On The Rocks. I’m your host Lisa Karkos and on today’s show, our guest is a powerhouse drummer from Philadelphia, Mississippi, best known for his dynamic work with Saving Abel. With around 30 songs recorded under his belt, he's not just keeping the beat—he’s a creative force helping artists write, arrange, and bring their music to life. From rocking massive festivals to playing intimate venues where every breath counts, he approaches every stage with equal heart and energy.

    A true chameleon behind the kit, he’s collaborated and filled in with multiple bands across genres, always focused on growth, staying grounded, and making every song truly come alive.

    So grab a drink, sit back as we dive into this conversation with our friend, the talented Dave Moratta.

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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • KATIE COLE -From Australia to Nashville: The Talented Singer-Songwriter
    Nov 14 2025

    Hey everyone, welcome back to Nashville on the rocks! We have a very special guest joining us on on this episode. Hailing all the way from Australia and now making a name for herself in Nashville, she is a singer-songwriter and musician whose journey in the music industry is truly inspiring. Her latest solo EP, Rivers & Roads, showcases her incredible songwriting skills and her collaborations with top producers have led to some amazing opportunities. From opening for legends like Glen Campbell and the Smashing Pumpkins to touring with Billy Corgan himself, she has truly made a mark in the music world. So grab a drink, sit back, and enjoy this conversation with our friend, the talented Katie Cole!

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    KATIE COLE:

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    1 hr and 23 mins
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