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This episode of USED BIN RADIO originally aired LIVE at PURE ROCK RADIO on August 24th, 2010. Tonight, Brad and Joe pop the question “If you were forced to choose a triad of discs to represent your favorite band’s career, which would you pick?” We hear choices from the guys and from listeners via email and more. Also, Used Bin Radio is pleased to welcome JONATHAN “JB” BRIGHTMAN, bassist for BLACK ROBOT, and as a founding member of BUCKCHERRY, JB served up classic riffs, landing opening slots touring with AC/DC and KID ROCK.

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This episode of USED BIN RADIO originally aired LIVE at PURE ROCK RADIO on August 17th, 2010. This week, the guys are just back from the RUSH “Time Machine” Tour, and man are their arms tired (hey, you try air-drumming for 3 solid hours). Hear Brad and Joe’s set-list highlights, backstage antics and usual fan-boy gushing (Keep some Kleenex handy). A recap of the PORCUPINE TREE / COHEED & CAMBRIA / THE DEAR HUNTER triple bill is also on the docket as the UBR gang had an action packed week of tunes. Things get a little nutty as the discussion digresses from semi-serious pontification of what the perfect BOSTON album would look like to a philosophical debate over the appropriateness of Nick the Pig. All this and a “friendly” on the side. As if that’s not enough, RACHEL “The Metal Warrior Princess” is live in the studio to keep the boys on their toes. NOTE: Due to Technical Issues with some in-studio software, there are some skips and small missing chunks in the last 25 minutes of this week’s show. we apologize for the inconvenience.

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This episode of USED BIN RADIO originally aired LIVE at PURE ROCK RADIO on August 10th, 2010. This week, BRAD HIRSCH and JOE CARONA are proud to welcome iconic QUIET RIOT skin basher FRANKIE BANALI, who drops in to discuss an upcoming documentary and much more. Also, to add to this incredible show, the enigmatic Prog-Rock superstar CLAUDIO SANCHEZ of COHEED AND CAMBRIA drops in to chat about the upcoming tour with PORCUPINE TREE and the THE DEAR HUNTER, the Coheed universe, Comic books, and “The Amory Wars” and more. plus, the usual listener interaction, and MUSIC NEWS with RACHEL.

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This episode of USED BIN RADIO originally aired LIVE at PURE ROCK RADIO on August 3rd, 2010. This week kicks off the new THREE HOUR format for “THE BIN”, which now airs Live one hour earlier each week, leaving room for more phone calls, more emails, more time for special guests and on-air performances, and even more featured music. KEVIN ROENTGEN, former frontman for AMERICAN PEARL (as well as veteran Hollywood act SOUL) joins the show to discuss his work with these influenatial acts as well as his current projects and more. Plus, the same great listener interaction, and MUSIC NEWS with RACHEL.

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This episode of USED BIN RADIO originally aired LIVE at PURE ROCK RADIO on July 27th, 2010. This week, BRAD HIRSCH and JOE CARONA talk HAIR METAL. C’mon, you remember…Sitting up on Saturday nights to watch Headbanger’s Ball? Discovering new bands by flipping through the latest issue of RIP Magazine? In addition to taking D’Stroll down memory lane, hard rockers (and Headbanger’s Ball veterans) CRY WOLF join the show to discuss their 80’s experience as well as their latest release, “TWENTY TEN” (available on iTunes and Amazon now). Also, the usual listener interaction, and MUSIC NEWS with “The Metal Warrior Princess” RACHEL.

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This episode of USED BIN RADIO originally aired LIVE at PURE ROCK RADIO on July 20th, 2010. This week, the show is excited to welcome DONNA HALPER. A Media consultant, musical historian, author, teacher and former music director for WMMS Cleveland, Donna was a pivotal on-air figure for rock radio, and the first to play RUSH on the air in 1974, ultimately landing them their first recording contract. Also, at long last, USEDBINRADIO.COM and USEDBIN.COM are finally finished and ready for consumption. RACHEL’S “Wife” and UBR Webmaster CHRIS STONE joins the show to discuss the features, how to register and what’s yet to come for all the USED BIN junkies to get their fix. Of course, RACHEL gives us hert weekly MUSIC NEWS, and the usual listener interaction, and more!

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This episode of USED BIN RADIO originally aired LIVE at PURE ROCK RADIO on July 13th, 2010. This week, after going full throttle the past few weeks, BRAD HIRSCH and JOE CARONA come up for air to catch their breath, talk about new music, rediscovered albums of old, and upcoming things on the horizon. As always, the great listener interaction via emails and phone calls, plus MUSIC NEWS from the enigmatic UBR correspondent RACHEL.

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This episode of USED BIN RADIO originally aired LIVE at PURE ROCK RADIO on July 6th, 2010. This week, BRAD HIRSCH and JOE CARONA welcome DAN REED, founder and namesake of THE DAN REED NETWORK. In addition to a discussion with the enigmatic musician, we are treated to an Exclusive In-Studio, Acoustic Performance, and a couple lucky listeners win tickets to a recent concert. Dan was signed to Polygram in 1987 and has toured with the likes of DAVID BOWIE, BON JOVI, DEF LEPPARD, and the ROLLING STONES. Also on this week’s show, the usual listener interaction, and the weekly MUSIC NEWS with RACHEL.

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This episode of USED BIN RADIO originally aired LIVE at PURE ROCK RADIO on June 22nd, 2010. Tonight, a recap of IRON MAIDEN and DREAM THEATER from the weekend, a discussion on “WHAT SONGS SHOULD NEVER BE PLAYED ON RADIO AGAIN”, and is “SCREAM” enough to get you excited about OZZY again? Also, the usual listener interaction, and MUSIC NEWS with RACHEL. PLEASE NOTE: Due to CONNECTION ISSUES during the first 30 minutes of this show, there are some audio “skips” noticable up to the 20 minute mark of this recording..

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This episode of USED BIN RADIO originally aired LIVE at PURE ROCK RADIO on June 15th, 2010. On this week’s action-packed show, Brad and Joe open the phone lines and welcome several new listeners to ‘THE BIN’. RUSH fans will delight in the fan-boy discussions of set-list minutia and predictions about the upcoming tour. Set lists for the current DREAM THEATER and IRON MAIDEN tours are also dissected. The boys recap their recent hang with FRANCIS DUNNERY, premiere the new IRON MAIDEN single “EL DORADO”, and contemplate a listener’s query as to which RUSH album a new fan should seek first to discover the band, and as always, the lovely RACHEL reports all the latest MUSIC NEWS.

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This episode of USED BIN RADIO originally aired LIVE at PURE ROCK RADIO on June 1st, 2010. This week, Brad and Joe resist temptation as huge RUSH Fanatics to preview two brand New RUSH Songs on the show for the first time. June 1st marked the long awaited release date of the 2 new RUSH tracks “CARAVAN” and “BU2B”, in addition to hearing the songs plus Brad and Joe’s Live reactions, there was listener reaction to the tracks and heavy discussions. Also, highlights from RONNIE JAMES DIO Day (May 30th/2010), his Star-Studded send off at Forrest Lawn cemetery, MUSIC NEWS with RACHAEL and much more!

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This episode of USED BIN RADIO originally aired LIVE at PURE ROCK RADIO on May 25th, 2010. This week, Brad and Joe proudly welcome LANCE BULLEN and RODNEY ROCHA of L.A. based rockers KINGBABY. Also, the usual listener interaction, highlights from the local Prog./Fusion/Jazz Festival featuring the likes of CHAD SMITH’S BOMBASTIC MEATBATS, CHRIS POLAND’S OHM, TAL WILKENFELD, STEVE LUKATHER and ALLAN HOLDSWORTH, plus MUSIC NEWS with RACHAEL and much more!

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This episode of USED BIN RADIO originally aired LIVE at PURE ROCK RADIO on May 18th, 2010. This week USED BIN would like to pay tribute to a true legend and gentleman. Best known as the vocalist for BLACK SABBATH, HEAVEN AND HELL, RAINBOW, ELF and of course his namesake band, RONNIE JAMES DIO passed on May 16. In recognition of his musical legacy, many stories and highlights of Ronnie’s heralded career through out the show. Also, BRAD & JOE are joined by friends and associates of Ronnie’s’, including author and former editor of RIP Magazine, LONN FRIEND and iconic rock photographers GLEN LA FERMAN and GENE KIRKLAND. Plus, as always, listener interaction, and more!

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This episode of USED BIN RADIO originally aired LIVE at PURE ROCK RADIO on May 11th, 2010. This week, Brad and Joe proudly welcome DAMON FOX, lead vocalist, keyboardist and Top-Hatted frontman for BIGELF. Discussions on the current tour with PORCUPINE TREE, their latest “CHEAT THE GALLOWS” release, a recent stint on DREAM THEATER’S “PROG-NATION”, and their brand new (must see) video for single “SUPERSTAR”. Also, they announce the winner of the special “LIVE IN NEW YORK” 2LP DOORS Vinyl, the usual listener interaction, and MUSIC NEWS with RACHAEL.

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This episode of USED BIN RADIO originally aired LIVE at PURE ROCK RADIO on May 4th, 2010. This week, Brad and Joe proudly welcome THE DOORS’ legendary manager JEFF JAMPOOL; keeper of the flame and overseer of the JIM MORRISON estate (and LADY GAGA fan boy?). Discussions on the latest DOORS projects, upcoming releases and the new documentary feature, “WHEN YOU’RE STRANGE” (coming to DVD on June 28). As a special treat USED BIN RADIO gives listeners a chance to win a limited edition, special, vinyl pressing of THE DOORS “LIVE IN NEW YORK” (2LP 180 Gram Vinyl). Also, the MUSIC NEWS with RACHAEL, and tons of listener interaction, and more!

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This episode of USED BIN RADIO originally aired LIVE at PURE ROCK RADIO on April 27th, 2010. This week, Brad and Joe welcome back the epitome of a RUSH fan and the man behind RUSHISABAND.COM, Mr. ED STENGER. Always a popular guest (and practically a co-host at this point), Ed drops in to discuss the pre-sale for RUSH’S upcoming “TIME MACHINE TOUR” and more amazing band news. Of course, TONS of Emails, Phone Calls, and Listener interaction on the Canadian Trio and other Rock N’ Roll subjects. Plus, RACHAEL brings us her usual ROCK NEWS segment, and much, much more!

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This episode of USED BIN RADIO originally aired LIVE at PURE ROCK RADIO on April 20th, 2010. It was a big weekend for music lovers with all the RECORD STORE DAY festivities on April 17th. It was also a big weekend of LIVE highlights, as the COACHELLA FESTIVAL boasted a stellar lineup and epic performances from MUSE, FAITH NO MORE, PORCUPINE TREE, COHEED AND CAMBRIA, MGMT, SHOOTER JENNINGS, LES CLAYPOOL and SLY STONE (just to name a few). Brad & Joe give us a recap of some of the highlights as well as a plethora of concert news and developments. Also, the return of RACHAEL with the MUSIC NEWS, and the usual listener interaction and 2 hour rock n’ roll fix.

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This episode of USED BIN RADIO originally aired LIVE at PURE ROCK RADIO on April 13th, 2010. This week BRAD HIRSCH and JOE CARONA bring us highlights from the 2010 edition of the REVOLVER GOLDEN GOD AWARDS which they attended in L.A.. Also, comments from Metal Icons on the “Black Carpet” and discussions on the performances from AS I LAY DYING, THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA, a SLASH/LEMMY/DAVE GROHL All-Star Jam, and much more! Plus news on the new USED BIN RADIO Fan page at Facebook, and a brand new TOLL-FREE Phone number for listeners to join in the fun every week.

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This episode of USED BIN RADIO originally aired LIVE at PURE ROCK RADIO on April 6th, 2010. This week BRAD HIRSCH and JOE CARONA continue the discussion from last week of nostalgic longings for days of hanging at RECORD STORES. Taking the topic to the next level, they’re joined by MICHAEL KURTZ, organizer of the annual RECORD STORE DAY event (April 17th/2010). Michael discusses the concept, special releases, in-store appearances, and other things planned around the event. Also, the usual listener interaction, MUSIC NEWS with RACHAEL, and much more!

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This episode of USED BIN RADIO originally aired LIVE at PURE ROCK RADIO on March 30th, 2010. This week BRAD HIRSCH and JOE CARONA really miss hanging out in Record Shops, and they’re betting You do too. Remember digging through the LP bins, unearthing rare vinyl treasures and the delightful little pops and scratches when you dropped the needle down. In honor of Record Store Day (April 17th), Brad, Joe, and Used Bin listeners discuss the lost art of USED BIN DIVING, and the regrettable loss of the Record Store.

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This episode of USED BIN RADIO originally aired LIVE at PURE ROCK RADIO on March 23rd, 2010. This week BRAD HIRSCH and JOE CARONA discuss this summer’s FESTIVAL LINE-UPS and “What Would be Your Dream Festival?” Also, a chance to WIN TICKETS to an EXCLUSIVE GRAMMY EVENT with SHOOTER JENNINGS for a lucky L.A. area listener, the MUSIC NEWS with RACHAEL, and much more!

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This episode of USED BIN RADIO originally aired LIVE at PURE ROCK RADIO on March 9th, 2010. As BRAD HIRSCH & JOE CARONA look over PLANET ROCK’s list of “ALL TIME GREATEST LIVE ALBUMS”, they feel the commendable list has a few glaring omissions. We all love a good LIVE record, so tonight we put on our favorite concert shirt, find a good seat, and rock out…live album style! To keep the conversation lively, the guys are joined by former PLANET ROCK correspondent and legendary rock historian, CHRISSY SHANNON who shares her picks of all time great concert LPs. Also, BIRTHDAY WISHES for JOE “Momma” CARONA, the usual listener interaction, and much more!

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This episode of USED BIN RADIO originally aired LIVE at PURE ROCK RADIO on March 3rd, 2010. Tonight, hosts BRAD HIRSCH and JOE CARONA ponder the great question of which band’s WOULD perform to represent their nations in OTHER countries? The question was brought after proud Canucks and rock and roll legends RUSH were absent from the Vancouver 2010 ceremonies, the biggest pro-Canada pep rally of all time. Winter games in Dublin would certainly warrant a U2 set? What about the rest of the world? Also, the usual listener interaction, MUSIC NEWS with RACHAEL and more!

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