The Local Bands Show 07.20.25

The Local Bands Show 07.20.25

Join Rick Allison, Frank Critelli and Dennis Lamar every Sunday at 10pm for “The Local Bands Show” on 99.1 PLR!

Send your original music to [email protected] or The Local Bands Show, 70 Quarry Dock Road, Branford, CT 06405

This Sunday is The Local Bands Show! Check out the bands and songs that will be featured this Sunday….

Support your Local Bands!

Support Local Businesses who support Local Bands…

New England Brewing – 175 Amity Road, Woodbridge

Brian’s Guitars – 453 W. Main Street, Cheshire

Pod Pick: Jimmy Koplik Drops Clues to a Big 2026 Show

Pod Pick: Jimmy Koplik Drops Clues to a Big 2026 Show

Live Nation’s Jimmy Koplik was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning, and addressed Paul McCartney’s added tour dates skipping over Boston and New York. Plus, the Tribe called in their questions, and got some exciting news regarding Kenny Chesney, Nickleback and Guns N Roses. 

Thursday, July 17: Contaminated Water, AJ’s Root Canal, Dolly the Autopsy Technician

Thursday, July 17: Contaminated Water, AJ’s Root Canal, Dolly the Autopsy Technician

Some swimming holes are closed in Connecticut today, due to bacteria. Chaz and AJ think those contaminated waters are still FAR safer than what they used to swim in. (0:00) 

AJ’s root canal experience was great, compared to the warnings he received from the Tribe. (13:53)

In Dumb Ass News, a criminal helps Chaz and AJ learn about all the options you can buy at WalMart. (19:01) 

Dolly the autopsy technician was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about the strangest ways some of the people she’s worked on have died. (25:19) 

Emily Sands from Elicit Brewing was in studio with Chaz and AJ this morning, to talk about the brews they plan to bring for Sunday’s CT Pizza and Brew Fest at the Harford HealthCare Amp. Fisherman Bob tried to ask a question about his favorite style of beer, but forgot all the words he needed. (39:07) 

Chaz and AJ Show Rundown: Thursday, July 17th

6:00. Latest news

Vince Berry in studio

6:20. The top 10 Worst Wrestling gimmicks. Hungry man. (203) 859-2605

7:00. Is this a sign that the Governor’s support in his own party is cracking? Josh Elliot

7:20. Dumb Ass News. Sex toys and ice cream.

7:30. The most bizarre ways her patients have died. Autopsy technician Dolly next

8:00. A local First Selectman passes. Also-Emily with Elicit Brewing.

8:20. Live Nation’s Jimmy Koplik. Paul McCartney released some North American dates. Are there any more in the works?

9:00am Warrant lead vocalist Robert Mason.

9:20. Dumb Ass News.

9:30. Stump the Chumps. Stump us with general knowledge trivia get in the running to see Live and Collective Soul and win a free carwash from Splash Car Wash. (203) 882-9757

Chaz and AJ Show Rundown: Wednesday, July 16th

Chaz and AJ Show Rundown: Wednesday, July 16th

6:00. Brian Blackmore in studio

6:20. The Top Ten Best Movie Remakes. Mike B. of Mike, Mike, and Oscar (203) 882-9757

6:40. Rudy Sarzo shares how he became one of the main guys on stage at the Back to the Beginning Ozzy farewell concert.

7:00. What’s a screw worm and why are we sending radioactive bugs after them? “Buglady” Dr. Gale Ridge

7:20. Dumb Ass News. A teddy bear wrapped in human skin or was it?

7:30. A pastor who took on a carjacker. Pastor Kenneth Moales, Jr.

7:40. Anyone listening ever get robbed? (203) 882-9757

8:00. An influencer recently visited Zuppardis Pizza in West Haven. What did she think?
but more importantly, what does Zuppardis think?

Channel 3’s Dylan Fearon

8:20. Who’s the dope. The cheapskate diner or the waitress?

9:00. Dr. Petit – sign up for the 18th Annual 5k Road Race and Fitness Walk THIS Sunday

9:20. Dumb Ass News.

9:30. Stump the Chumps. Stump us with general knowledge trivia get in the running to see Live and Collective Soul and win a free carwash from Splash Car Wash. (203) 882-9757

Pod Pick: Rudy Sarzo on Ozzy’s Farewell Show

Pod Pick: Rudy Sarzo on Ozzy’s Farewell Show

Chaz and AJ spoke with Rudy Sarzo about the all-day farewell to Ozzy and Black Sabbath at the Back to the Beginning concert and tribute. Rudy shared a bit about the backstage scene, with so much rock royalty hanging out. 

Photo credit: Jason Roman

Tuesday, July 15: A Vacation Buttcrack Catastrophe, Pizza Fest, Lightning Strike Stories

Tuesday, July 15: A Vacation Buttcrack Catastrophe, Pizza Fest, Lightning Strike Stories

Chaz and Jennifer had another vacation story this morning, this time involving a ton of wet mud in a buttcrack. (0:00) 

The Tribe was calling in some of the worst concerts they’ve attended, while Mackenzie Carey from The Parlor was in studio to talk about Sunday’s CT Pizza and Brew Fest. (6:48) 

Chaz will be introducing the band on Sunday, the Yacht Lobsters. He was pitching AJ on some potential costumes he could wear to introduce the band. (22:43) 

Chuck in Ansonia kicked off the Tribe’s stories of lightning strikes. Turns out, you CAN be hit by lightning while in your shower. (27:47)