Fans In Motion
A Night Ranger Podcast
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Rudy Sarzo (Quiet Riot) joins the Fans In Motion Podcast! Join us for an incredible deep dive with rock bass legend Rudy Sarzo! Of course we get into his time with Brad Gillis in the Ozzy Osbourne band during the Speak of the Devil era! But that’s just the beginning. Rudy opens up about his early days on the Sunset Strip in the ‘70s, his love for The Beatles, performing with the legendary Randy Rhoads, the explosive rise of Quiet Riot, his stint with Whitesnake, and how he’s carrying on the Quiet Riot legacy today. Raw stories, classic rock history, and plenty of behind-the-scenes moments from
Ranking Our Favorite Live Albums from the 1980s! What’s the greatest live album the 80s ever gave us? We’re breaking down the raw energy, killer solos, and unforgettable crowd moments from the decade that defined arena rock. From epic stage performances to pure concert magic — these are the live records that still hit hard today. Drop your top 80s live album in the comments — are we ranking it right or did we miss a classic? Let’s hear it!
On this week’s Fans In Motion episode, Norman Voss & Dean Cramer (Bret Michaels Band) Count Down Their 5 Essential Night Ranger Songs! Night Ranger superfans and longtime Bret Michaels bandmates Norman Voss and Dean Cramer join the show for a deep-dive countdown of their Top 5 must-hear Night Ranger tracks. From arena rock anthems to deep cuts that still hit hard, these guys break down why these songs matter and celebrate the band that’s been crushing it for decades. If you love Night Ranger, classic rock with killer guitars and hooks, or just great fan-to-fan conversation, this episode is for
The Untold Story of Damn Yankees’ Lost Album “Bravo” + Brother Cane’s Return! Join us for an incredible conversation with rock powerhouse Damon Johnson as he sits down for Part 3 on the Fans In Motion Podcast! In this episode, Damon dives deep into one of rock’s most mysterious unreleased records — the mythical third Damn Yankees album titled “Bravo”. He shares the full story: getting the call from Jack Blades and Ted Nugent, flying out to California, jamming on classic Damn Yankees hits, and writing brand new material. Experience the magic of those recording sessions and the behind-the-scenes
In this episode, we break down the huge Night Ranger news that has fans buzzing! We’re thrilled to announce that Night Ranger keyboardist Eric Levy will be a special guest at FIM Fest 2! We also dive deep into the announcement of Night Ranger’s brand new album “The Best Of”, set for release on August 28th. We cover every format the album is being released in (CD, vinyl, digital, and more) and run through the complete track listing so you know exactly what to expect. Whether you’re a longtime Night Ranger fan or just discovering the band, this episode is packed with all the details you need! Wh
DETECTIVES! ASSEMBLE — We’ve Got a Mystery That Needs Solving! Calling out all the Columbos, Kojaks, & McClouds! Is this fully autographed Night Ranger concert poster the real deal from one of their legendary tours… or one of the slick fakes flooding the memorabilia market? In this episode we pull back the curtain on the thrilling (and sometimes shady) world of autograph collecting — the rush of scoring genuine signatures, the red flags to watch for, and the growing epidemic of counterfeits that can fool even seasoned collectors. We just got our hands on this signed Night Ranger poster… and so
FANS IN MOTION FEST 2 IS OFFICIALLY ANNOUNCED! After the incredible success of our first Fans In Motion Fest — where the energy was electric, the vibes were unmatched, and everyone left with memories they’re still talking about — we’re taking it to the next level! Get ready for Fans In Motion Fest 2 — bigger, better, and even more epic than before! More guests, more activities, more surprises, and nonstop excitement all weekend long. This is the one you don’t want to miss. Whether you came last time or this is your first year, FIM Fest 2 is going to be legendary!!
PART 2 is here! Deep dive interview with Damon Johnson of Brother Cane & Damn Yankees In this episode, Damon pulls back the curtain on the writing and creation of Brother Cane’s very first record — the raw stories, the late-night sessions, and the fire that started it all. We talk about the brutal struggles of breaking through in a rapidly changing music scene, the constant battle for radio play, and how they still managed to land massive tours — including opening for Van Halen. Then we get into how the band fought their way past the dreaded “sophomore slump” and dropped an album that gave the
PART ONE: The Untold Story of Damon Johnson & the Birth of Brother Cane! In this fantastic first part of our in-depth interview with Damon Johnson (founder of Brother Cane), we dive deep into his incredible journey from the backroads of Alabama to the stages of rock ‘n’ roll history. We cover: • Growing up in Alabama and falling in love with music • Grinding on the local music circuit • His first big break with Split The Dark • Joining Witness and Delta Rebels • The wild Chyld era • And finally… the moment Brother Cane was born! Raw stories, early struggles, key turning points, and the spark t
On this episode, we’re celebrating three killer melodic rock releases! First up: Night Ranger – Neverland on limited clear orange vinyl — the 1997 classic finally available on wax for the very first time! We’re talking big hooks, soaring harmonies, and that signature Night Ranger energy. Then we crack open the brand new album from guitar hero Joel Hoekstra’s 13 — “From The Fade” — packed with thunderous riffs, soaring melodies, and the high-octane melodic rock we’ve been waiting for. Finally, we’re opening the remastered reissue of Gary Moon’s “Still Moon” — the acclaimed 90’s melodic rock gem
Night Ranger Assistant Tour Manager Angela Hemingway Reveals Her Wild Ride from Michigan Guitarist to Rock Tour Life! In this must-watch episode, we sit down with Angela Hemingway — the powerhouse Tour Assistant keeping the legendary Night Ranger machine running on the road! Hailing from Michigan, Angela grew up with a guitar in her hands, dreaming of a life in music. She went on to earn a degree in Entertainment Business and Recording Arts, then launched her career at Sonic Magic Studios as a Dialogue & ADR Editor. But the pull of the music world was too strong… so she steered her course stra
Night Ranger Music Videos Ranked: MTV Era to Japanese 90s and Frontiers Releases! We review and rank Night Ranger music videos across three main periods: • The MTV-era clips from the 1980s • The Japanese-market videos from the 1990s • The studio videos released with Frontiers Records from 2011 to the present The discussion includes well-known tracks such as “Sister Christian,” “Don’t Tell Me You Love Me,” and “When You Close Your Eyes,” along with later releases like “High Road” and “Breakout.” Leave your own ranking or favorite video in the comments.
In this episode we sit down with veteran rock merchandiser Ricky Lathrop! Ricky currently helps run the Night Ranger merchandise operation and has spent years working with huge acts including REO Speedwagon and Sammy Hagar. He just landed one of the most talked-about gigs in rock right now — official merchandiser for the upcoming Triumph tour! We dive into: • What it really takes to run merch on major rock tours • Behind-the-scenes stories from REO Speedwagon and Sammy Hagar • How he scored the Triumph tour • The current state of band merchandise in 2026 • Tips for fans and future merchandiser
Dive into the groovy vibes of the 1970s with us on this episode of Fans In Motion! We’re shaking things up by trying something totally new: ranking our all-time favorite live albums from the 1970’s. From the raw energy of The Who’s “Live at Leeds” to the epic jams in The Allman Brothers Band’s “At Fillmore East,” and the stadium-shaking anthems of Peter Frampton’s “Frampton Comes Alive!” – which ones top our list? Spoiler: Expect heated debates, nostalgic stories, and maybe a few surprises (like why Kiss’ “Alive!” still slays). We also give you the picks from Jack, Kelly, Eric, and Keri of Nig
Band vs Brand – The ultimate showdown in rock music! In this deep dive, we explore the timeless debate: When does a rock band stop being just a group of musicians and start becoming a full-blown brand? From legendary logos and endless merch empires to the fight for authenticity vs. commercialization, we break down how the music industry turned rock into big business.
As the clock strikes midnight on one hell of a year, join us for Fans In Motion & Night Ranger’s ultimate 2025 recap — the wins, the shocks, the unforgettable FIM moments — before we light up 2026! We cover all the happenings in the NR & FIM world in 2025, NR Tour Manager Ed Ripepi stops in to say hello, and we read and discuss our fellow FIM favorite 2025 memories!
PART TWO of our deep dive into the electrifying world of classic rock production in this must-listen episode, where I sit down with Grammy-nominated maestro Ron Nevison—the engineering & producing wizard behind some of the biggest albums in music history. Many of us know Ron as the producer the fantastic Damn Yankees records and the Night Ranger reunion record “Neverland”! These episodes cover it all! From his early days cutting his teeth on The Who’s explosive Quadrophenia (complete with wild tales of Keith Moon’s chaotic genius and Pete Townshend’s quadraphonic vision) to engineering Led Zep
Join me this week as I dive into the electrifying world of classic rock production in this must-listen episode, where I sit down with Grammy-nominated maestro Ron Nevison—the engineering & producing wizard behind some of the biggest albums in music history. Many of us know Ron as the producer the fantastic Damn Yankees records and the Night Ranger reunion record “Neverland”! These episodes cover it all! From his early days cutting his teeth on The Who’s explosive Quadrophenia (complete with wild tales of Keith Moon’s chaotic genius and Pete Townshend’s quadraphonic vision) to engineering Led Z
Join us for a recap of the crazy antics that went down in Fort Wayne during the Night Ranger concert and FIM Fest! From Brad crashing our hotel lobby party the night before, to the band photobombing our preshow FIM pic, to them busting out some ridiculously deep tracks… to all the shenanigans we got up to Friday night at FIM Fest… the raffle, the unreleased tracks… we’re covering it all, folks!
On this awesome episode, Night Ranger Tour Manager Ed Ripepi swings by to spill the beans on the “Goodbye Japan” Farewell Tour! We dive headfirst into the wild process of getting these dates covered, from chaotic start to chaotic finish! We also dish about the extended setlist and song selection! We also gab some about FIM Fest!
