Episode 147

Ep 147 - Chris Ballew (The Presidents of the United States of America) - Power Chord Hour Podcast

This week I talk with an artist I've been listening to almost my entire life - Chris Ballew of The Presidents of the United States of America! We talk all about his latest solo record Power Trip and a whole lot more.

The Power Chord Hour Podcast · Chris Ballew, Anthony Merchant

February 19, 202446m 28sExplicit

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Chris Ballew

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https://chrisballew.bandcamp.com

https://www.instagram.com/chrisballew

https://linktr.ee/presidentsoftheusa

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