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Growin' Up Rock
Growin' Up Rock podcast is a weekly memory trip into the hard rock and heavy metal music you loved in your youth as well as the rock 'n' roll that is creating the soundtrack to your life today. Your host, Steven Michael, along with co-host Sonny "Hollywood" Pooni speak with newer and established artist while coming up with some interesting music topics and themes centered around the memories and stories of growing up around rock n roll, that keeps your devil horns hoisted far above your head…
Episodes
Growin' Up RockThe Swiss Vs. The Swedes
In this episode, It's all about the Swiss Vs. The Swedes, as we discuss some of the great rock music these two countries are producing right now. In addition…
Growin' Up RockFriday Quick Fix: Hollywood's Private Collection (Vol. 4)
For this “Hollywood’s Private Collection” (Vol. 4) episode, Sonny is sharing some of the many items and music he collects. In this episode he shares some of…
Growin' Up Rock2025 Album Review Series: Ozzy Osbourne "No More Tears"
This week we invited Aaron Camaro from The Decibel Geek Podcast to go track by track through the 6th studio album “No More Tears” from Ozzy Osbourne. Each…
Growin' Up RockFriday Quick Fix: Sonny Celebrates A Birthday (1983)
In this Friday Quick Fix, Sonny celebrates his Birthday for 1983 when he takes a look at the music and events that were happening during his special day. The…
Growin' Up RockBest Of The Bunch: Winger
This week we’ll dig into the 7 studio albums from Winger. We are going to do a quick history lesson and share our favorite song from each album. Series Info…
Growin' Up RockFriday Quick Fix: Hollywood's Private Collection (Vol.3)
For this “Hollywood’s Private Collection” (Vol. 3) episode, Sonny is sharing some of the many items and music he collects. In this episode he shares some of…
Growin' Up RockWhen Rock Ruled The Charts : The Decline Of The Western Civilization (Part 2)
In this episode of “When Rock Ruled The Charts” we take a close look at 6/17/88, the day that the movie Decline Of The Western Civilization Part 2 was…
Growin' Up RockFriday Quick Fix: Underrated Album Spotlight (Gotthard "Bang")
Sonny went on a Gotthard trip and decided to explore the catalog for these Friday Quick Fix. In this episode he tackles "Bang" The Friday Quick Fix Concept…
Growin' Up RockThe Decline Of The Western Civilization - The Metal Years (Roundtable Discussion)
This week, we kick off a two week themed episode that centers around the 1988 documentary "Decline Of The Western Civilization Part 2" (The Metal Years). In…
Growin' Up RockFriday Quick Fix: In Memory (Robbin Crosby)
For this Friday Quick Fix we celebrate the life of the late Ratt guitarist Robbin Crosby. The Friday Quick Fix Concept: The Friday Quick Fix is your single…
Growin' Up RockRanking 15 Classic Rock Songs (Listener Participation)
We get the listeners involved in ranking 15 classic rock songs. Where do our 15 classics rank for you? WE NEED YOUR HELP!! It’s quick, easy, and free - Please…
Growin' Up RockFriday Quick Fix: Underrated Album Spotlight (Gotthard "Homerun")
Sonny went on a Gotthard trip and decided to explore the catalog for these Friday Quick Fix. In this episode he tackles "Homerun" The Friday Quick Fix Concept…
Growin' Up Rock2025 Album Review Series: Ozzy Osbourne "No Rest For The Wicked"
This week we invited Tony Musallam and Johnny Rowland from Restrayned to go track by track through the 5th studio album “No Rest For the Wicked” from Ozzy…
Growin' Up RockFriday Quick Fix: Concert Review (Dorothy)
For This Friday Quick Fix we had the opportunity to go see Dorothy in concert and we are going to share a quick review covering the entire evening's…
Growin' Up RockThe 250 List: Volume 9
This week, we once again visit the The 250 List. In volume 9 we each take a look at 5 more bands that did not quite make a household name for themselves in the…
Growin' Up RockFriday Quick Fix: Sonny Celebrates A Birthday (1982)
In this Friday Quick Fix, Sonny celebrates his Birthday for 1982 when he takes a look at the music and events that were happening during his special day. The…
Growin' Up RockDirty Dozen Series: Monsters Of Rock Cruise Concerts
We each pick 6 Concerts we’ve seen on the Monsters Of Rock Cruise or the Pre-Party that were not good or did not live up to our expectations. WE NEED YOUR…
Growin' Up RockFriday Quick Fix: Oh Canada! (Vol. 2)
In this FQF, Sonny is showing he doesn't hate all Canadian music by sharing some of his favorites The Friday Quick Fix Concept: The Friday Quick Fix is your…
Growin' Up RockBest Of The Bunch: Stone Temple Pilots
The Best Of The Bunch Series is back, and this week we focus on San Diego's own Stone Temple Pilots. Series Info: The Best Of The Bunch Series, allows us to…
Growin' Up RockFriday Quick Fix: Oh Canada! (Vol. 1)
In this FQF, Sonny is showing he doesn't hate all Canadian music by sharing some of his favorites The Friday Quick Fix Concept: The Friday Quick Fix is your…
Growin' Up RockFriday Quick Fix: Hollywood's Private Collection (Vol. 2)
For this “Hollywood’s Private Collection” (Vol. 2) episode, Sonny is sharing some of the many items and music he collects. In this episode he shares some of…
Growin' Up Rock2025 Album Review Series: Ozzy Osbourne - "The Ultimate Sin"
This week we invited BC from Podder Than Hell to go track by track through the 4th studio album “The Ultimate Sin” from Ozzy Osbourne. WE NEED YOUR HELP!! It’s…
Growin' Up RockFriday Quick Fix: Sonny Celebrates A Birthday (1981)
In this Friday Quick Fix, Sonny celebrates his Birthday for 1981 when he takes a look at the music and events that were happening during his special day. The…
Growin' Up RockDivisive Album Battles: Scorpions "Savage Amusement" Vs. Judas Priest "Turbo"
In the new "Divisive Album Battle Series", we pit two albums from bands that fans seem to have a Love / Hate relationship with. To kick off the series we take…
Growin' Up RockSmash, Trash, Or Meh (Volume 3)
In this listener discussion episode, you give us 3 choices of various things ranging from music to food and all things in between and we discuss, deciding…
Growin' Up RockFriday Quick Fix: Hollywood's Private Collection (Vol. 1)
For this “Hollywood’s Private Collection” (Vol. 1) episode, Sonny is sharing some of the many items and music he collects. In this episode he shares some of…
Growin' Up RockThanking The Greats: John Sykes
This week in the Thanking The Greats Series, we want to thank one of the greatest guitar players in rock music, and pay tribute to the late great John Sykes…
Growin' Up RockFriday Quick Fix: Try This (Volbeat)
For this “Try This” episode, Sonny is sharing a quick history and the music of rocker Volbeat. The Friday Quick Fix Concept: The Friday Quick Fix is your…
Growin' Up Rock2025 Album Review Series: Ozzy Osbourne "Bark At The Moon"
This week we invited Bakko from the Cobras And Fire Podcast to go track by track through the 3rd studio album “Bark At The Moon” from Ozzy Osbourne. WE NEED…
Growin' Up RockFriday Quick Fix: Sonny Celebrates A Birthday (1980)
In this Friday Quick Fix, Sonny celebrates his Birthday for 1980 when he takes a look at the music and events that were happening during his special day. The…
Growin' Up RockMORC 25 (Monsters Of Rock Cruise RECAP)
We came, we sailed, we ROCKED! It's time to give you our 2025 Monsters Of Rock Cruise Recap. MORC 25 was a blast. We have stories and thoughts on all we saw…
Growin' Up RockFriday Quick Fix: Try This (Caleb Johnson)
For this “Try This” episode, Sonny is sharing a quick history and the music of Caleb Johnson The Friday Quick Fix Concept: The Friday Quick Fix is your single…
Growin' Up RockAlphabet Soup Series - "G"
This week in the “Alphabet Soup Series”, we hit the letter "G". Let's find out what bands, albums, and songs we end up sharing. Series Info: A new series from…
Growin' Up RockFriday Quick Fix: Sonny Celebrates A Birthday (1979)
In this Friday Quick Fix, Sonny celebrates his Birthday for 1979 when he takes a look at the music and events that were happening during his special day. The…
Growin' Up RockHollywood's Wild Hair: Murph Likes What ? (Volume 2)
In this episode of Hollywood’ Wild Hair, Sonny invites back John Murphy Aka "Murph", the sometimes Co-host from the Shout It Out Loud Cast for another round of…
Growin' Up RockFriday Quick Fix: Try This (Aldo Nova)
For this “Try This” episode, Sonny is sharing a quick history and the music of Aldo Nova The Friday Quick Fix Concept: The Friday Quick Fix is your single dose…
Growin' Up RockThe Big 400th Episode (Ranking Kiss Album Openers)
We celebrate our 400th episode here at the Growin' Up Rock Podcast. We get the listeners involved in ranking their favorite Kiss album openers. Which track…
Growin' Up RockFriday Quick Fix: Sonny Celebrates A Birthday (1978)
In this Friday Quick Fix, Sonny celebrates his Birthday for 1978 when he takes a look at the music and events that were happening during his special day. The…
Growin' Up Rock2025 Album Review Series: Ozzy Osbourne - "Diary Of A Madman"
This week we invited Tom Gigliotti from The Shout It Out Loudcast to go track by track through the 2nd studio album “Diary Of A Madman” from Ozzy Osbourne…
Growin' Up RockFriday Quick Fix: Try This (Primal Fear)
For this “Try This” episode, Sonny is sharing a quick history and the music of Primal Fear. The Friday Quick Fix Concept: The Friday Quick Fix is your single…
Growin' Up Rock2025 Monsters Of Rock Cruise Preview
In this episode we cover everything to expect on this years 2025 Monsters Of Rock Cruise. We want you to get excited whether you are a newbie or MORC veteran…
Growin' Up RockFriday Quick Fix: Sonny Celebrates A Birthday (1977)
In this Friday Quick Fix, Sonny celebrates his Birthday for 1977 when he takes a look at the music and events that were happening during his special day. The…
Growin' Up RockWhen Rock Ruled The Charts: The Great Chicago Disco Demolition
In this episode of “When Rock Ruled The Charts” we take a close look at July 12th, 1979, the day that The Great Chicago Disco Demolition took place. This week…
Growin' Up RockFriday Quick Fix: Duets (Volume 5)
In this Friday Quick Fix, Sonny discusses some of the many Duets that exist in music over the years. In each volume he will share a handful of his favorites…
Growin' Up RockThe 250 List: Volume 8
This week, we once again visit the The 250 List. In Volume 8 we each take a look at 5 more bands that did not quite make a household name for themselves in the…
Growin' Up RockFriday Quick Fix: Diamond Albums (Vol 7)
Sonny discusses a few of the many Diamond certified albums in existence from various artists and bands. A “Diamond” certified album in short, means that has…
Growin' Up Rock2025 Album Review Series: Ozzy Osbourne - "Blizzard Of Ozz"
This week we invited Kevin Williams from The InObscuria Podcast to go track by track through the debut studio album “Blizzard Of Ozz” from Ozzy Osbourne. Each…
Growin' Up RockFriday Quick Fix: Sonny Celebrates A Birthday (1976)
In this Friday Quick Fix, Sonny celebrates his Birthday for 1976 when he takes a look at the music and events that were happening during his special day. The…
Growin' Up RockSmash, Trash, Or Meh (Volume 2)
In this listener discussion episode, you give us 3 choices of various things ranging from music to food and all things in between and we discuss, deciding…
Growin' Up RockFriday Quick Fix: Hollywood Goes Acoustic (Vol 5)
Sonny goes acoustic. In this FQF, Sonny's going to share some songs you may know done acoustically from bands and artists he loves. The Friday Quick Fix…
Growin' Up RockJust Missed The List 2024
We continue covering some of the best music released in 2024 by sharing bands and music that just missed our top 10 list for 2024. The "Just Missed" list was…
Growin' Up RockFriday Quick Fix: Diamond Albums (Vol 6)
Sonny discusses a few of the many Diamond certified albums in existence from various artists and bands. A “Diamond” certified album in short, means that has…
Growin' Up RockThe Best Of 2024
We start 2025 off with a bang by putting a ribbon on 2024 and sharing our “Best Of” episode. As in previous years, 2024 has seen the release of many new rock…
Growin' Up RockFriday Quick Fix: Duets (Volume 4)
In this Friday Quick Fix, Sonny discusses some of the many Duets that exist in music over the years. In each volume he will share a handful of his favorites…
Growin' Up RockSonny And Tony "Best Friends" (The Remix)
In what was originally released as Episode 102 back in June 2019, Sonny and Tony are back in this new and improved "Remix" version of the original "Wild Hair"…
Growin' Up RockFriday Quick Fix: Hollywood Goes Acoustic (Vol 4)
Sonny goes acoustic. In this FQF, Sonny's going to share some songs you may know done acoustically from bands and artists he loves. The Friday Quick Fix…
Growin' Up RockAlbum Review Series Finale: Night Ranger "ATBPO"
This week we invite No One from Nowhere to go track by track through the 13th Studio Album release “ATBPO” by Night Ranger. That's right it's just Steven and…
Growin' Up RockFriday Quick Fix: Diamond Albums (Vol 5)
Sonny discusses a few of the many Diamond certified albums in existence from various artists and bands. A “Diamond” certified album in short, means that has…
Growin' Up RockAlbum Review Series: Night Ranger "Don't Let Up"
This week we invite Loose Cannon from The Cobras And Fire Podcast to go track by track through the 12th Studio Album release “Don’t Let Up” by Night Ranger…
Growin' Up RockFriday Quick Fix: Underrated Album Spotlight (Halestorm - ReAniMate 3.0)
In this Friday Quick Fix, Sonny explores 1 of 3 covers EPs from Halestorm called ReAniMate 3.0 The Friday Quick Fix Concept: The Friday Quick Fix is your…