VRP Rocks
136. Peter Holsapple - The dB's / R.E.M. / Hootie
Published: 10 March 2025 at 06:00 Europe/London
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On this episode of VRP Rocks, Peter Holsapple joins me to talk about his incredible career in music—from co-founding The dB’s, touring and recording with R.E.M., and spending 20 years with Hootie & the Blowfish, to his brand-new solo album, The Face of 68.
Peter shares fascinating stories about:
The dB’s – Their rise, critical acclaim, and struggles to break through in the U.S.
R.E.M. – Touring the world on the Green tour & recording Out of Time, including "Losing My Religion."
Hootie & the Blowfish – 20 years on the road and in the studio with one of the biggest bands of the '90s.
The Face of 68 – His latest album, inspired by his love of classic British rock, and the stories behind the songs.
Whether you’re a fan of power pop, alternative rock, or classic rock, this episode is packed with insights from a musician who’s been at the heart of some legendary bands.
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