In this heartfelt tribute episode, The Trout dives deep into the life and music of rock legend **Dave Mason**, the co-founder of Traffic who passed away on April 19, 2026 at age 79. From his early days writing classics like “Feelin’ Alright” and “Hole in My Shoe” to his massive solo hit “We Just Disagree,” Mason’s career spanned decades of unforgettable rock ‘n’ roll.

The episode explores how Dave Mason performed with many famous musicians, including playing acoustic guitar on Jimi Hendrix’s “All Along the Watchtower,” contributing to the Rolling Stones’ “Street Fighting Man,” adding lead guitar to Paul McCartney and Wings’ “Listen to What the Man Said,” and appearing on George Harrison’s *All Things Must Pass*. The show also covers his collaborations with Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, Eric Clapton, and many more.

Blending biggest hits, wild stories, personal struggles, his eco-friendly guitar venture, and veteran charity work, this episode paints a complete portrait of a true unsung hero of classic rock. Perfect for longtime fans and new listeners alike, it’s a must-hear celebration of a musician whose songs still fill the airwaves today.

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Today I'm sitting down with Alex Kilroy, the Romanian guitarist who's been turning heads across Europe and beyond. From Bucharest stages to international festivals, Alex blends bluesy rock riffs with Eastern European folk influences in a way nobody else is doing. One of his tracks even features legendary country guitarist and vocalist Vince Gill. His latest album just dropped, and he's here to talk about his journey, his unique sound, and what it's really like building a music career out of Romania.

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Jay Hooks is a Texas blues-rock guitarist, singer, and songwriter from Houston. With a career spanning since the late 1980s, he's known for his searing guitar tone, raw vocals, and high-energy performances that blend gritty Texas blues with rock swagger. Influenced by legends like Stevie Ray Vaughan, he’s released several albums, including the recent Tequila & Bullets, and has toured across the U.S. and Europe. Today, The Trout sits down with this Houston firebrand to talk music, life on the road, and what keeps the blues burning.

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Eric Clapton's Crossroads Guitar Festival is a legendary guitar showcase he started back in nineteen ninety-nine—think epic jams with legends like Jeff Beck, John Mayer, and Santana—where all ticket sales and related proceeds go straight to funding the Crossroads Centre in Antigua. That's his own addiction recovery facility, a peaceful tropical spot offering therapy, yoga, and support for folks battling substance issues, far from everyday chaos. It's been raising millions over the years to keep the center running strong. In this podcast The Trout talks about the history of Crossroads and why it’s important. Also included is a message from Eric Clapton about the treatment center.

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The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain, founded in nineteen eighty-five by George Hinchliffe and Kitty Lux, is the world's original all-ukulele ensemble—think classical poise meets cheeky covers of pop, jazz, and movie themes. Dressed in tuxes, they strum everything from Bowie to Beethoven on soprano, tenor, concert, and bass ukes, with sharp wit and zero pretension. Today, members like Guy Hargreaves, who the trout interviews in this episode of the trout show keep the party going—proof that four strings can handle any tune.

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Music and politics have always collided—think Bob Dylan in the '60s or protest songs against wars—but in recent years (especially 2024–2026), it's exploded with social media amplifying everything. Artists' views alienate half their audience, politicians steal songs without permission, and endorsements become headlines. In this podcast The Trout talks about what happens when musicians make political statements and take political stands for or against politicians.

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Coming up, Wake the Nile a new band from Austin, Texas. Don, straight out of Uganda, and Dominic, Tampa Bay kid, two strangers who crashed into each other in Austin last August. Different coasts, different routes, same fire.

They bonded over late-night jams, swapped stories from Halfway, Round the Globe, and bam, started building something raw and real. No hype, no big labels yet, just pure chemistry and killer tunes. Their debut album drops this year.

Trust me, this is the kind of band that sneaks up on you, then sticks. Wake the Nile. Watch them wake up the world.

Now here's The Trout with Dominic and Don, enjoy.

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Welcome to Rock and Roll Hall of Fame: Money Talks, Rock Walks—the podcast that pulls back the curtain on Cleveland's shiny glass pyramid. Once built to honor the raw, guitar-driven legends who shaped rock 'n' roll—from Chuck Berry to the Beatles—it now feels more like a tourist trap than a temple. We dive into the snubs: Jethro Tull, Boston, Steppenwolf—bands that sold millions, packed arenas, and defined the '70s, yet never got a single nomination. Meanwhile, pop icons like Mariah Carey, Pink, and Dolly Parton slide right in, because hey, they sell tickets. And the money? Last year alone, the Hall pulled in sixty-five million bucks—nearly twenty million profit—while CEO Greg Harris pockets close to a million. Is this still about music, or just the bottom line? Stick around—we're calling it like it is.

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