Two Dudes and Killer Tunes

In this episode, the Two Dudes welcome two Canadian dudes to kick off Season 4. Chris Giroux and Benner of Black Fawn Distribution joined from Hamilton, Ontario via Zoom. Given Kal's travels through Ontario over the last year, it seemed like a great way to get things started on TDaKT's 3rd Anniversary. Kal met Chris on Instagram because a shared follower, TDaKT S2 EP25 Alum, Peter DiStefano of Porno for Pyros, who is currently in the Psychedelic Furs. After some back and forth, Kal and Chris met in Hamilton and talked music, concerts, movies, and everything in between. This one runs a bit long at 1:45, but when Benner brings a three ring binder of ticket stubs you take your time. Chris and Benner go 1 vs 1 on their Forever Five's with no repeats, so this Playlist is going to be so Swet. These four need to plan a Detroit concert along with another episode of TDaKT from the Green Room, stay tuned.

In this episode, the Two Dudes review Season 3 in the finale episode. Listen in as they talk about their favorite episodes, concerts, and Killer Tunes of the Season. It is still hard to believe that we are finishing up Season 3 and Year 3 of TDaKT and want to thank everyone for following along with us. Make sure to check this one out to see what TDaKT has coming up for Season 4. It is already shaping up to be our biggest yet.

In this episode, the Two Dudes welcome the King of Rock, DMC to the show. Kal had met DMC 2.5 years prior at Motor City Comic Con when DMC gave him his email after signing the Run DMC / Beastie Boys that is featured in all TDaKT episodes. This one runs a little over an hour as they talk about the phenomenon that "Christmas In Hollis" has become, what it was like to bring Hip Hop to the world, and so much more. Make sure to listen in to find out who is in DMCs Forever Five and what show the Two Dudes and DMC plan to meet up at for a Tailgate Episode next Summer.

In this episode, the Two Dudes welcome Cristo Likiardopoulos to the Studio for the last in person guest of Season 3. Kal has known Cristo from when he was a little guy because his sister and Kal's daughter have been friends for 20 years. Cristo started playing guitar about five years ago and at 21 is a certified shredder. Cristo is constantly playing in and around metro Detroit with his bands, the Cristo Manifesto and Hole Shot. When he isn't playing gigs, he is often in the pit playing for local theatre and church groups. He also is passing his skills along teaching others to play guitar. Kal and Neil got to see the Cristo Manifesto at the Wyandotte Beer Co. the night before they recorded, really cool seeing him play live. Make sure to check out this episode, and if you're in the Detroit area, make sure to check him out.

In this episode, the Two Dudes interview Standish913. Kal and Standish were in Leavenworth, KS while Neil joined via Zoom. This was by far the craziest episode we've had to date. Not just because the 12 hour journey to meet up, but listening to Standish recount his story of being wrongfully accused and spending 56 days in an Edmonton Remand Center for the first time. Standish is an icon in the entertainment industry and it was really cool to hear how it all started as a MySpace Kid, hanging with DMC, to over 130 Comic Cons all over the world. Oh yeah, he's also been legally blind since '20.

In this episode, the Two Dudes welcome Kal's Mom, Pam Kaliszewski to the show. Listen in as she talks about the times she ran into Tina Turner in a hotel elevator or when she was chatting up a young Kenny Rogers while waiting for a taxing in Las Vegas. Pam was usually driving or riding shotgun in the old Aerostar minivan as Kal's musical tastes were formed in the back listening to anything and everything. Still amazing that thing made it back in one piece from some of the concerts we took that thing to. This was a special episode for Pam's Birthday, make sure to check it out to find out where she will be headed later this week.

In this episode, the Two Dudes welcome one of Neil's oldest friends, Craig Baker. These two met when Craig was three and Neil was one, they were next door neighbors. It was really cool to see these two reconnect and talk about the early days, including memories of the times playing soccer with Neil's brother, Tommy who was lost way too soon. After Neil moved to Brighton, they lost touch and this was when Craig immersed himself in music, specifically the guitar. We learned how he got started playing the guitar, who his early inspirations were, and what it was like playing in a band back in the day. Make sure to check this one out and hear about Craig's "Almost 15 Minutes of Fame"

In this episode, the Two Dudes welcome Blank Page to the show. Avery and Jack just graduated High School and relocated from Maryland to Nashville to start their Freshman year of college. Over the last couple of years these two powerhouses have played over 100 shows sharing the stage with some of Country Music's biggest stars. Blank Page shared the stage with the War and Treaty performing their hit "Blank Page" in DC for the largest crowd at the time. It was amazing to hear their story about how they have been grinding it out and they have that feel of an artist that is ready to burst onto the big stage. Make sure to check out their new song "To The Grave"

In this episode, the Two Dudes welcome Jon Schack for the fourth time, the second four time guest of TDaKT. They changed things up a bit and recorded this one in the Green Room, which was a first for the show but not the last. Listen in as Kal and Jon talk about the Primus show in July at the Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre in Sterling Heights, MI. They also revisit the old camping days in Holly, MI before heading to shows at Pine Knob Music Theatre in Clarkston, MI. They even touch on the old HORDE Fest which was one of the early one day touring festivals along with Lollapalooze back in the 90s. Jon talked about his experience at INKcarceration and how some of the bands he never heard of are now staples in his rotation. While on the topic of festivals, Kal gives his overview of Bourbon & Beyond.

In this episode, the Two Dudes take the show on the road for the second time of Season 3. This time they are at Meadow Brook Amphitheatre in Rochester Hills, MI for Lord Huron. This was the first time for Kal and Neil seeing Lord Huron and the show itself was amazing. Before heading in during set up, Neil found some tape from a large group of tailgaters that ended up being Family and Friends of Lord Huron Lead Singer, Ben Schneider. The Two Dudes always have a blast recording tailgate episodes and this one was no different. They were lucky enough to have Ben's Godmother, Lea Wiercioch, join them for a few minutes and found out that her daughters are the lead singers of opening act, Jackamo. Make sure to check them out, the harmonies are amazing. To close out the show, TDaKT had a familiar face on the show, Alan Placek. Alan is not the only 4 Time Guest on the show, one more and he gets that extremely elusive Jacket. Listen in as he talks about the Offspring show that never was.

In this episode, the Two Dudes welcome TJ Flowers to the Studio. TJ was an OG in the Michigan soccer community back in the day and may be the biggest Prince super fan out there.Listen in as TJ talks about the time when he spent a week at Paisley Park and why he may be known as Mr. Bootleg.

In this episode, the Two Dudes welcome Greg Sultana to the Studio. Kal played soccer against Greg back in high school but they haven’t seen each other since. Greg had been sharing his comeback story on social media when they reconnected earlier this year and he was more This is some tough content to listen to at times, and it is a miracle that he was able to join us in studio. Make sure to check this one out.

In this episode, the Two Dudes took the show on the road for the first Tailgate episode of Season 3 at Pine Knob Music Theatre in Clarkston, MI for the Dave Matthews Band show. They were lucky enough to have Chris Grodzicki and hi daughter, Gabby, join them before heading inside. Kal and Neil have know Grod for decades and he was routinely hanging out at home base before some of the iconic shows we talk about on TDaKT. Grod never went to the shows because he wasn't into music all that much. That all changed when he started listening to TDaKT and now you can't keep him for going to shows. Make sure to listen in as they have a great time sharing their favorite Paul moments from shows over the years. We will have to get Grod on again, so many more things to cover.

In this episode, Kal and Neil go without a guest for the first time in Season 3. Listen in as Kal talks about his mini tour following Ben Harper around and when he actually met him in Toronto. The Two Dudes also discuss the Billy Corgan solo shows, a stripped down version of Rusted Root, and bevvy of other things. Kal also updates his Forever Five during this episode so listen in to find out who is in and who is out. A special Playlist from this Episode will have two songs each by the Updated Forever Five, two songs each by the Second Line (6-10), and one song each of the two retired Forever Five members

In this episode, the Two Dudes invited Craig Hearn to the show. If anyone knows anything about TDaKT you know Kal and Neil both played soccer together in college. If anyone knows anything about soccer in Michigan, they know Craig Hearn. Craig is from the metro Detroit area, but spent time in South Africa while his dad was a soccer pro there and then spent a good portion of his childhood in the UK before landing in Michigan. He went on to play for the Michigan Wolves club before rounding out his career at Michigan State University. Since his playing days, Craig started the We Are Soccer show on Sunday nights at 9pm where him and his co hosts discuss EPL, Local Soccer, World Cup, USMNT and so much more. Listen in as the Two Dudes talk to Craig about the glory days, how music impacted his played a role throughout his career, and what it takes to do a live show every week

In this episode, the Two Dudes welcom Jason Waggoner back to the show. Jason was first on TDaKT for S2 EP18 and spent almost three hours jibber jabbering This time came in around an hour while Jason gave an update on what he has been up to in the last year. He is still playing non stop, creating new music, and has found a nice little foothold in LA that seems to have given him even more inspiration. One thing is certain, he has definitely stepped up his Social Media game in the last year, make sure to check him out!!

For S3 EP9, the Two Dudes welcomed Shayne O'Keefe to the new Studio in Redford, MI. We met Shayne when his band Gusher opened up for Frank Black at Saint Andrew's Hall in Detroit on 1.28.25. The band was awesome and we met Shayne outside after his set. It was cool to hear how Shayne got his start in music and more specifically how he became the frontman for Gusher. Shayne is also the owner of Metropolis Bicycles in the Corktown area of Detroit. Great story about a guy who never wanted to be a frontman but eneded up becoming of the of the more charismatic lead singers we have seen perform.

In S3 EP8, the Two Dudes welcomed Mista Grinch, Patrick Simmons, to the Studio for the last episode before the big move. Patrick is a rapper based out of Pontiac and is a member of the Cypher Society. If you haven't heard of it, make sure to check this out. It was cool to hear how he got his start and what he is working on now. He has some new music dropping soon with Scar Face, Ice Cube and, On Point, can't wait to check it out.