The Johnny Beane Podcast

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The Johnny Beane Podcast is a music podcast hosted by Johnny Beane, with 500 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Johnny Beane hosts The Johnny Beane Podcast, a music show with 500 episodes published.

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  Is Jacob Deraps the Closest Guitarist to Eddie Van Halen? EVH Wolfgang Promo Shreds!

  Aug 18, 202615 min

  On this episode of Exclusively Van Halen on Johnny Beane TV, we’re talking about Jacob Deraps, the Van Halen-obsessed guitarist who has become the face of the latest EVH Wolfgang Special guitars—and his uncanny ability to capture the spirit of Eddie Van Halen. Why is Jacob Deraps getting so much attention? Eddie’s influence is everywhere — Deraps has spent years obsessing over Eddie Van Halen’s playing, tone, feel, and technique. ⚡ The Eddie factor is REAL — His playing has impressed countless Van Halen fans, with some calling him one of the closest players they’ve ever heard to Eddie. The new EVH Wolfgang Special promo — Deraps wrote, recorded, and performed the track featured in the guitar’s promotional video. A dream come true — Deraps was flown to California to work with EVH Gear on the video and called the experience an absolute honor. More than an Eddie clone — While you’ll hear unmistakable Van Halen-inspired touches—including tapping and Floyd Rose tremolo work—Deraps brings his own modern sound and songwriting into the spotlight. The new Wolfgang Special — The guitar features a basswood body, arched top, quartersawn baked maple neck, Floyd Rose tremolo with EVH D-Tuna technology, and Alnico 2 humbuckers. Price: $1,499. What makes Jacob Deraps especially interesting is that he isn’t simply trying to recreate Eddie Van Halen. He’s taking the influence of one of the greatest guitarists ever and using it as a foundation for his own identity and style. And when it comes to honoring Eddie while still moving forward, that's a pretty impressive combination. Is Jacob Deraps the closest guitarist you’ve ever heard to Eddie Van Halen? Let us know what you think in the comments! #VanHalen #EddieVanHalen #EVHGear #JacobDeraps

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  Frank Beard Dies at 77: Remembering the Legendary ZZ Top Drummer & His Incredible Legacy

  Aug 17, 202624 min

  On this episode of Talking Guitars on Johnny Beane TV, we pay tribute to Frank Beard, the legendary drummer and longtime backbone of ZZ Top, who has passed away at 77. Frank Beard: The Beat Behind ZZ Top Beard joined ZZ Top in the early 1970s and became an essential part of the band’s signature sound. His rock-solid Texas shuffle helped drive classics like “La Grange,” “Tush,” and “Cheap Sunglasses.” He was instrumental in bringing Dusty Hill into the band, completing the classic ZZ Top lineup with Billy Gibbons. ZZ Top’s breakthrough came with albums like Tres Hombres, Fandango!, and later the massive Eliminator. Beard remained behind the kit through more than five decades of recording, touring, and rock ’n’ roll history. ZZ Top was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2004. After Dusty Hill’s passing in 2021, Beard and Billy Gibbons continued carrying the ZZ Top legacy forward. Frank Beard may not have had the famous beard—but his drumming was every bit as recognizable as the band’s riffs, guitars, and Texas boogie. RIP Frank Beard. Thank you for the groove, the music, and more than 50 years of ZZ Top history. #ZZTop #FrankBeard #RockMusic #TalkingGuitars

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  Did Ritchie Blackmore Just Reunite Deep Purple for the Last Time?

  Aug 15, 202615 min

  Ritchie Blackmore’s Emotional Deep Purple Reunion: “Smoke on the Water” Brings It All Back! On this episode of Talking Guitars on Johnny Beane TV, we dive into an incredible rock history moment: Ritchie Blackmore’s emotional reunion with Deep Purple! After more than 33 years, Blackmore stepped back onstage with his former bandmates to perform the legendary “Smoke on the Water” at Jones Beach near New York. Why This Reunion Was So Special: Ritchie Blackmore hadn’t performed with Deep Purple since 1993! Blackmore says the idea was his, because he wanted to show fans that there were no hard feelings. He told Guitar Player that he felt it could be the last time the band members might see each other. His wife, Candice Night, helped connect him with Ian Gillan, who reportedly responded, “It made me smile.” Blackmore returned to the stage with Ian Gillan, Roger Glover and Ian Paice. He brought out a Stratocaster he had used in the 1980s and played through a 50-watt amp. Blackmore admitted he hadn’t properly played a Strat in about 30 years! He kept his playing simple, letting Simon McBride handle much of the main riff before Blackmore stepped in for his own fills and solo. Blackmore described the moment as incredibly emotional, comparing it to old soldiers from the same army getting back together. And Then There Was That Moment… During the performance, Gillan put his hand on Blackmore’s shoulder while singing, and later Blackmore grabbed Gillan’s wrist and placed his hand on the guitar. Afterward, Gillan welcomed Blackmore back, calling him “the founding member, the great legend, the immortal Ritchie Blackmore.” That’s rock history. From the classic Mark II lineup to decades of separation, clashes, reunions and everything in between, seeing Blackmore and Deep Purple sharing the stage again was something nobody knew if they would ever witness. Was this the greatest Deep Purple reunion moment in decades? Would you like to see Ritchie Blackmore perform with Deep Purple again? Let us know in the comments! Talking Guitars on Johnny Beane TV — guitars, rock history, gear, interviews and the stories behind the music! #RitchieBlackmore #DeepPurple #SmokeOnTheWater #GuitarNews

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  What Are Guitarists Buying? Guitar Center’s Top 5 Strings + Brad Gillis’ Famous Hamer!

  Aug 13, 202626 min

  On this episode of Talking Guitars on Johnny Beane TV, we’re talking guitar strings, legendary guitars, and one very cool piece of Night Ranger history! Guitar Center’s Top 5 Best-Selling Electric Guitar Strings Guitar Center analyzed sales data from more than 300 stores across the U.S., along with its online business, to reveal the electric guitar strings players are buying the most. Ernie Ball Regular Slinky 10–46 — The longtime industry standard takes the top spot. GHS GBL Boomers Light 10–46 — A surprising second-place finish with their bright, snappy tone and pronounced attack. D’Addario NYXL Light 10–46 — The premium NYXL set beats D’Addario’s more affordable EXL series. 4️⃣ DR Strings PHR10 Pure Blues Medium — A wildcard pick featuring a vintage-style round core for a warm, punchy tone. 5️⃣ Elixir NANOWEB Light — The only coated strings in the top five, offering longer life while maintaining a traditional feel. And there’s one interesting thing they all have in common: 10–46 gauge. Ernie Ball may still be king, but the GHS Boomers taking the silver medal is definitely one of the biggest surprises on the list! Then, we take a trip back to 1989 and the famous Guitar World cover featuring Night Ranger guitarist Brad Gillis and his custom 1985 Hamer S-style. Gillis was famously devoted to his 1962 Fender Stratocaster, “Bubba,” so it took a special guitar to get him to put it down. Paul Hamer built the custom Hamer for Gillis, and it featured similarities to Bubba, including PJ Marx pickups and a wireless switching system developed by Gillis’ brother. So why did Brad choose the Hamer for that famous Guitar World cover? His answer says it all: “I was just stroking Hamer, to be honest!” We also look at the interesting story behind the guitar, the magazine’s original identification mistake, Gillis’ Hamer Scepter, and what eventually happened to the famous 1985 Hamer. What strings are YOU putting on your guitar—and which guitar would you rather own: Brad Gillis’ Hamer or “Bubba”? #GuitarStrings #GuitarCenter #ElectricGuitar #TalkingGuitars

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  Ritchie Blackmore Reunites With Deep Purple — Did The Police Help Bring Them Back?

  Aug 12, 202615 min

  On this episode of Talking Guitars on Johnny Beane TV, we read a fascinating story about Ritchie Blackmore, Deep Purple, and one of the most unexpected influences behind the band’s 1984 reunion. Blackmore recently reunited with Deep Purple onstage for the first time in 33 years, joining his former bandmates at New York’s Jones Beach Theater for “Smoke on the Water.” It was an incredible moment for a guitarist who had spent decades away from the band he co-founded. But Blackmore’s first Deep Purple reunion in 1984 had a surprising connection to another legendary group — The Police. After leaving Deep Purple in 1975 to form Rainbow with Ronnie James Dio, Blackmore eventually saw an opportunity to bring the classic Mark II lineup back together. And according to Blackmore himself, part of the reason was what he felt was missing from the rock scene at the time. Speaking to Metal Hammer in 1987, Blackmore bluntly explained: “Everyone was playing like the Police. And can I state here that I hate the Police?” The timing is fascinating. The Police were at the height of their success following their massive 1983 album Synchronicity, while Blackmore felt there was a gap in rock music for something heavier, rawer, and more aggressive. As he put it, “There just wasn’t a band playing that earthy kind of rock.” Blackmore believed Deep Purple could fill that void with their hard-driving, blues-based sound — music he felt didn't have the polished sheen dominating much of the rock world. And he was right. In 1984, the classic Mark II lineup returned with Perfect Strangers, giving Deep Purple a remarkable second chapter. Blackmore remained with the band until 1993, when he left again. Now, more than three decades later, seeing him back onstage with Deep Purple makes this story even more fascinating. So, what do you think — did Ritchie Blackmore have a point about the state of rock music in the 1980s, or was he just being Ritchie Blackmore? #RitchieBlackmore #DeepPurple #ThePolice #TalkingGuitars

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