David Uosikkinen's In the Pocket

Hooters co-leader Rob Hyman shares the stories behind songs such as "All You Zombies" and "Blood From a Stone," talks about co-writing "Time After Time" with Cyndi Lauper and playing drums on Joan Osborne's "One of Us," and recalls his earliest impressions of Dave.

Veteran drummer Sammy Merendino talks about recording a blockbuster album with Cameo in the '80s, touring with Cyndi Lauper, performing on Broadway, where to find the best burger in NYC, and how spending his last $5 on a beer changed his entire career.

Saxophonist Jay Davidson talks about touring with the likes of Cinderella, Steve Winwood and Whitney Houston (and playing 2-on-2 basketball with Houston), recalls his years in the Philadelphia Sixers House band, and shares other stories from his multi-faceted music career.

Singer-songwriter John Faye of the Caulfields and Ike talks about his upcoming memoir, how a personal experience with his infant son led to a Philadelphia musical anthem, and the reunited Caulfields' feel-good cover of "Love Will Keep Us Together."

Hooters co-leader Eric Bazilian talks about his first solo album in 18 years and looks back at the band's 40-year history.

Philly music producer Brian McTear talks about working with artists such as Dr. Dog and the Dead Milkmen, praises the "best lyricist I've ever worked with" on a new Christmas project, and shares his earliest memories of Dave and the Hooters.

Michael McDermott, drummer for Joan Jett and the Blackhearts and formerly with the Bouncing Souls, talks about joining Joan's band, memories of playing Warped Tour, and why playing "I Love Rock and Roll" onstage is a surreal moment every time.

Native Philadelphia guitarists Nick Perri, Greg Davis, Eric Bazilian and Chris Greatti share stories and memories about Eddie Van Halen.

ZouZou Mansour, leader of the Philly rock band Soraia, talks about their new album, "Dig Your Roots," working with Little Steven Van Zandt, meeting her idol Joan Jett, and using the F-word in a lyric for the first time.

Veteran bassist Carmine Rojas talks about backing up such legends as David Bowie, Rod Stewart and Tina Turner, his iconic bass line on Bowie's "China Girl," and why he still gets starstruck when meeting his musical heroes.

From working with some of the biggest music artists in the world at The Record Plant in the 1980s to producing critical darlings such as Dinosaur Jr., The Hold Steady, and Kurt Vile, John Agnello has seen it all. He shares 40 years of musical memories.

Violinist Eric Gorfain, whose Section Quartet records and performs string arrangements of classic rock songs, talks about an eventful career that includes touring with Robert Plant and Jimmy Page in the '90s.

Veteran drummer Sandy Gennaro talks about playing with the likes of Cyndi Lauper, the Monkees, Bo Diddley, Johnny Winter, Benny Mardones and more, and how random acts of kindness can pay big dividends down the road.

Mickey Curry, longtime drummer with Bryan Adams, talks about backing Mick and Tina at Live Aid, working with legends such as Tom Waits, playing on some of the biggest albums of the '80s, and why he dreads being asked to play drum solos.

Longtime Billy Joel drummer Liberty DeVitto talks about his new book, "Liberty: Life, Billy and the Pursuit of Happiness," including the stories behind some of Joel's biggest songs and albums and his recent reconciliation with Joel.

Grammy-winning producer/engineer/musician/songwriter William Wittman, whose long list of credits includes hit albums from the Hooters, Cyndi Lauper, Scandal, The Outfield and Joan Osborne, shares behind-the-scenes stories from a lifetime in the music business.

Longtime Doro and Britny Fox drummer Johnny Dee returns to the show to talk about performing at drive-in concerts and raising a 1-year old son, and he also reflects on recently deceased UFO guitarist Paul Chapman, a friend and former bandmate in Waysted.

In Part 2 of our interview with singer-songwriter-producer Cliff Hillis, he talks about his new single (co-written with Rhett Miller), "Let's Pretend" and performs it live; explains why even his "angry songs" come out sounding cheerful; and reveals his choice for the most perfect song ever written. He also performs his song, "The Buddha's Belly."

Singer-songwriter-producer Cliff Hillis checks in from his home studio to talk about the pros and cons of Facebook Live concerts and how he's keeping busy during the pandemic, and he also performs his cover of Todd Rundgren's "I Saw the Light."

Dave's Hooters band mate Eric Bazilian checks in from Stockholm, Sweden, to talk about the early days of the band (including the origin of the name), the stories behind albums "Amore" and "Nervous Night," his brand-new cover of "Help!", and he also performs a Hooters classic on acoustic guitar.

Longtime music executive Paul Fishkin talks about an eventful career that includes working with the likes of Foghat, Todd Rundgren and Stevie Nicks, and the wild reward he received for being the subject of Rundgren's "We Gotta Get You a Woman."

Longtime Fairport Convention and session drummer Dave Mattacks shares stories of working with the likes of Paul McCartney, George Harrison, Jimmy Page, Elton John, Jethro Tull, XTC and more, and recalls a memorable visit with John Bonham.

Veteran drummer Jimmy Paxson talks about an eventful career that includes playing alongside the likes of Stevie Nicks, Edgar Winter, Alanis Morissette and the Dixie Chicks.

Adam Weiner, leader of the raucous Philly rock band Low Cut Connie, performs lives and talks about his rise from playing any gig that would have him to earning fans such as Barack Obama and Elton John.

Drummer John DeChristopher, former vice president of Artist Relations and Event Marketing Worldwide at Zildjian, talks about some of the many drummers he's met or worked with, including Steve Gadd, Rick Marotta, Charlie Watts, Ringo Starr, Joey Kramer and Neil Peart.

Veteran rock 'n' roller Willie Nile talks about 20 years of raising money for Parkinson's research, his prolific recording career, his high-profile music friends, and why he refuses to let the (expletives) kill his buzz.

Talented young singer/guitarist Alexis Cunningham, who collaborates regularly with the Hooters' Eric Bazilian, performs four of her songs and talks about her musical experiences.

Philly's the Peace Creeps drop by the studio to talk about their new album "Social Studies" and perform two songs live.

Rick Springfield drummer Jorge Palacios talks about an eventful career that includes working with multiple big names and setting up drums for the likes of Ringo Starr.

DC Collard of the British rock band The The talks about his deeply personal solo debut album "On a Mission" and shares stories of growing up in Malaysia, meeting his musical idols, and partying with David back in the day.

David and Andy pay tribute to the late Paul Barrere of Little Feat, reflecting on his career and music and replaying their interview with him from last December.

Beloved Philly bassist Buddy Cash reminisces about 50 years of music, including a night hanging out with members of Led Zeppelin and Bad Company and a legendary gig opening for Mountain.

LA soul singer Nathan Roth talks about his past heroin addiction, his collaboration and friendship with the late Glenn Goss, and also performs three songs live, including the national anthem and an Otis Redding classic.

Veteran rock bassist Kenny Aaronson returns to the podcast for a third time to talk about his recent work with the Yardbirds and other highlights from his career, and also reminisce about an old friend.

Randy Alexander of the Philadelphia Music Alliance talks about this year's Walk of Fame inductees, including the Philadelphia Orchestra, the O'Jays, Evelyn "Champagne" King, Pierre Robert and the Hooters.

Longtime Todd Rundgren sideman John Ferenzik shares stories and music from throughout his career, including Rundgren's memorable 1997 tiki lounge tour.

Legendary Philly rock DJ Pierre Robert takes a break from his Lake Tahoe vacation to reflect on his ongoing career at WMMR.

David and Andy celebrate the podcast's one-year anniversary with a look back at some of the show's highlights.

Musician/actor/comedian Nick Jameson looks back at a career that includes producing and playing with Foghat and Paul Butterfield, voicing characters in "Frozen" and "Star Wars" animated films, and acting in "Lost" and "24." He also reveals what David's last name would sound like when pronounced by Chancellor Palpatine.

Veteran Philadelphia singer-songwriters Don Lee Van Winkle and Skip Denenberg return to the show to promote their new music and perform multiple songs live with David.

On the 50th anniversary of Woodstock, Creedence Clearwater Revival drummer Doug "Cosmo" Clifford looks back at the band's performance during the festival and other highlights from their legendary career.

Parthenon Huxley and Gordon Townsend of ELO offshoot The Orchestra join David and Andy to talk about their eventful music careers and perform two songs live.

Ilan Rubin, gifted drummer and multi-instrumentalist with Nine Inch Nails, Angels & Airwaves and his own band The New Regime, talks about his eventful career, including getting the chance to play with Paul McCartney.

Philly native Johnny Dee, veteran drummer with Britny Fox, Doro and many other bands, shares stories from his eventful career, including the wild tale of how he broke into the music business.

Tweet Veteran musician Greg Sutton, who played bass in Bob Dylan's band, has written songs for the likes of Joe Cocker and Al Green, and worked as Andy Kaufman's musical director, shares stories and songs from his eventful career. The post In The Pocket – Episode 39 – Gregg Sutton appeared first on Wildfire Radio.

Tweet Tommy Conwell returns to the podcast to showcase his first new album in nearly 30 years, "Showboats and Grandstanders," and also performs three songs live with David. The post In The Pocket – Episode 38 – Tommy Conwell appeared first on Wildfire Radio.

Tweet Original E Street Band drummer Vini "Mad Dog" Lopez joins David and Andy to share stories from Bruce Springsteen's early days. The post In The Pocket – Episode 37 – Vini Lopez appeared first on Wildfire Radio.

Tweet Paul Hammond, guitarist in Get the Led Out, aka “The American Led Zeppelin,” performs some of his favorite Zep songs, talks about the challenges of delivering this music night after night, and teaches David “Black Dog” on the spot. The post In The Pocket – Episode 36 – Paul Hammond appeared first on Wildfire Radio.

Tweet British singer-songwriter Tom Cameron, also known as 1403, performs live and talks about his diverse musical roots, why he loves Yuengling (or used to) and why he’s not a fan of one of his best-known songs. Also, legendary Philly music producer Joe “The Butcher” Nicolo debuts his re-imagined version of a Billy Joel song. The post In The Pocket – Episode 35 – Tom Cameron & Joe “The Butcher” Nicolo appeared first on Wildfire Radio.

Tweet Philly-area native Rick DeJesus, leader of the Las Vegas-based hard rock band Adelitas Way, talks about his rags-to-riches story, including why he switched from baseball to music, his band’s battles with radio stations, and why he’ll always be a Philly boy at heart. The post In The Pocket – Episode 34 – Rick Dejesus appeared first on Wildfire Radio.