Thanks Jeff...Those guys wrote some amazing songs. I am performing 5 REO songs with Kevin this week for a Jim Irsay Collection concert at the Shrine Auditorium in LA.
Kenny, I hope this finds you doing great as of late! You know I was listening to the live city Street concert in Chicago that you and Mellencamp did back in 1993 . Man, that was awesome those were the days! That song human wheels sure does describe what’s going on in the world today especially in Ukraine and Gaza. How innovative that song has proven to be! I love the work you do and you’re an awesome guy. I can tell just by watching you here on your channel. If I was gonna be born again, I would want to be you. You’re the man.
What an AWESOME INTERVIEW!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ You guys brought up a great memory I had buried deep in the old brain… It was the mid-eighties, and I was outside of Chicago working at TANGLEWOOD studios. I was with my writing partner at the time, Andre Upchurch, the son of Chicago Jazz legend Phil Upchurch, and out of nowhere JIM PETERIK walks in! 🤩 I think we had the same reaction that Kevin did so many years before when Jim showed up at one of his gigs! Like, WOW! We lost all track of what we were writing that afternoon and I’m sure that song never got finished… But come on, it was Jim PETERIK! 🤩🤩 We were star struck. 🤷♂️ Small studio there, but great stuff came out of it. First room I learned how to work on Harrison consoles. That Raven they had there was an amazing little beast! Harrison consoles played a pretty big role in the sound of Chicago records in the 70’s and 80’s. I’m tickled that they are going to start making large consoles again. Guys.. Thanks for doing this one!! 🤘😎🤘
Kenny! I stood next to you and talked for a while yrs ago when Bon Jovi was on their Keep The Faith tour. We were in the walkway of what was prob old Market Square Arena. You couldn't have been nicer and as a drummer turned singer-songwriter, I have always had mad respect for your drumming 🥁🎵 skills and time keeping.
Great interview! Love, love, love REO Speedwagon! Kenny, Probably saw you play with John Mellencamp so many times in the 80’s and 90’s! I’m from Indiana and have always been a huge Mellencamp fan! Thank you for interviewing Kevin! 💙
LOVED their work, that of Supertramp, Eagles, ELO, 10cc, Foreigner--bands of this quality simply don't exist anymore, I mean in terms of lyrical excellence, vocal quality, singing, musicianship...you name it. From one Kevin to another, thanks man! And good work Kenny--thank you.
You two are a huge part of my musical journey...I saw REO many many times in Ft Wayne at the Coliseum...and Mellencamp with you Kenny in both Ft Wayne and Bloomington ...so thanks to you both for sharing this with us ! ✌🏻😎
Awesome show Kenny! REO rocks! Being from Chicago originally, it was so cool to open for STYX with an artist I was playing for out of Nashville. Grew up on REO + Styx.. Something about Chicago Musicians;) Proud Chicago boy myself!
The Legend. Great personality. "The Earth, a Small Man, His Dog and a Chicken" is my REO favorite album. Perfect sound, perfect songs, perfect engineering, great musicians.
This is a great interview. Thanks for posting. I'm so excited to see you, Kevin and other musicians in Boston, in July for the Jim Irsay Collection show.😊
Kenny, the first time I saw you perform was with Mellencamp opening for REO Speedwagon in 1982 in Oklahoma City. I have been a fan ever since, especially as a drummer myself. You are one of the best! Great interview!
Thanks so much Uriah... wow.. you saw that performance in 1982 in Oklahoma City?. I remember opening up for REO back then.. We only did a few shows with t hem.
"A band is only as good as its drummer" I don't recall where I heard that first but it is so true. As a young drummer, when I realized this I knew that I would never be in a successful band. I always say I'm a "B" drummer but my grading scale is quite lenient. I'm not very good, but I do enjoy jamming with people when I get the chance.
Love your interviewing skills!!! Kevin made an interesting point with the partying becoming more important than the music. Did you see that a lot in your experience? Also, the album "Uh-Huh" is framed and hanging in my home. Someday you will have to sign it.
I wi ll definitely sign your "Uh Huh" record some day.. I saw a lot of partying and wild Rock n roll stuff, but the show and recording music was also my priority.
I've watched a handful of your shows and they are incredible!! Your guests are so comfortable talking, you get to hear a lot of personel stories which is awesome. Thanks so much for what your doing!! Btw I loved your drumming on the Still Climbing album from Cinderella!!
Great interview Kenny. I learned more about KC in this interview than all others I've heard combined. Let me share some REO magic.... Saw REO Speedwagon at Red rocks in 86 I believe. During the show there was a pause and KC asked the audience to take off one shoe and hold it over their head. He said they wanted a picture for their next album cover. I told a friend the name of their next album would be called..."Put your best foot forward"... Fast fwd within a year I walk into a record store in Mannheim Germany. Finger through the albums until I come to the R's... There it was, "Best foot forward, the best of REO Speedwagon" Felt a rush of magic to be honest. Was kind of disappointed also. The Red Rocks pic was on the back. Just a small pic. I thought it would be a bigger pic on the front.
Fantastic interview, I watch REO concert on Tubi, fantastic songs, incredible band. This is priceless to hear and see Kevin here, finding out who he really is. I had no idea he was out of REO now, to me he was REO, period. Excellent interview, thanks Kenny, these interviews are absolutely priceless
Here's a suggestion: Jon Bon Jovi! I've been a fan of his, but also of your work on Young Guns and Destination Anywhere. It would be a really interesting chat about the Young Guns album and more.
Another great guest. I was never an REO Speedwagon fan, nor did I like the tunes. As with so many American bands they simply were never my thing. However, I really like the Man. And that is one of the great things about your chats - you create such a relaxed and open atmosphere that enables your guests to simply be themselves. And that all happens so effortlessly. I can think of some major TV network personalities that would likely envy the ease of exchange that happens in these conversations. Interesting to hear of the connections with Styx and also Jim Peterik, two successful yet critically underrated talents. Also, Mr. Cronin reminds me of Yes vocalist Jon Anderson. There is something about the looks and the voice, and even the good-natured personality that sparks that thought. Thank you again.
Well nobody else will say it so I will…….Gary Richrath was the heart and soul of REO. When Gary left the band, the vast majority of REO nation left with him…..they turned into a tribute band and had no meaningful releases or commercial success after that. For me personally, they lost me when they turned bubblegum with Hi Infidelity….prior to that, they could rock……after that, schwarmy ballads.
Funny that Kevin cracked a joke about being a porn star. Funny story - I will try to be brief. Years ago I was dating a pretty lady in Lexington KY. One of the things we had in common was our love of rock and going to live shows. She tells me a story from years prior when she went to see REO at Rupp Arena. She is out at the bar after the show and Kevin shows up, and in no time at all he is talking to her (with intentions of course). She is just excited to be talking to this rock star and then a dude walks up, and it was her BF. She introduces Kevin to her BF. Kevin's response... "This is your boyfriend? What the hell am I doing talking to you?" And he storms off 🤣
LONG LIVE GARY RICHRATH ❤
hell yesssss
What a great writer, guitarist Gary was. So fun to watch live playing effortlessly with that big smile!
YES !!!! 🎸🎶
@@toddflowers8052 Cool Todd
@@flyingburritobro68 exactly
Kevin has given a lot of interviews of late, but this was the best i have heard. A deeper dive and less predictable.
Fantastic.. Thanks for checking out Kevins episode on my podcast. : )
Roll with the Changes is one of my very favorite songs that I have played in a band. Another great interview, Kenny.
Thanks Jeff...Those guys wrote some amazing songs. I am performing 5 REO songs with Kevin this week for a Jim Irsay Collection concert at the Shrine Auditorium in LA.
Kenny, I hope this finds you doing great as of late!
You know I was listening to the live city Street concert in Chicago that you and Mellencamp did back in 1993 .
Man, that was awesome those were the days!
That song human wheels sure does describe what’s going on in the world today especially in Ukraine and Gaza.
How innovative that song has proven to be!
I love the work you do and you’re an awesome guy. I can tell just by watching you here on your channel. If I was gonna be born again, I would want to be you.
You’re the man.
Thanks for your comments.. : ) Very cool and thanks for checking out my podcast..
What an AWESOME INTERVIEW!!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
You guys brought up a great memory I had buried deep in the old brain…
It was the mid-eighties, and I was outside of Chicago working at TANGLEWOOD studios. I was with my writing partner at the time, Andre Upchurch, the son of Chicago Jazz legend Phil Upchurch, and out of nowhere JIM PETERIK walks in! 🤩
I think we had the same reaction that Kevin did so many years before when Jim showed up at one of his gigs! Like, WOW!
We lost all track of what we were writing that afternoon and I’m sure that song never got finished…
But come on, it was Jim PETERIK! 🤩🤩
We were star struck. 🤷♂️
Small studio there, but great stuff came out of it.
First room I learned how to work on Harrison consoles.
That Raven they had there was an amazing little beast!
Harrison consoles played a pretty big role in the sound of Chicago records in the 70’s and 80’s. I’m tickled that they are going to start making large consoles again.
Guys.. Thanks for doing this one!!
🤘😎🤘
Fantastic!!! Thanks for checking out my podcast..
This is such a great show Kenny, Kevin and you together is awesome, and thank you for your decades of rockin'!
Thank you so much for watching my pod cast.. : ) kenny a
Kenny! I stood next to you and talked for a while yrs ago when Bon Jovi was on their Keep The Faith tour. We were in the walkway of what was prob old Market Square Arena. You couldn't have been nicer and as a drummer turned singer-songwriter, I have always had mad respect for your drumming 🥁🎵 skills and time keeping.
Thanks Jarrett... I remember that night at Market Square Arena.. I t might have been my birthday that night.
@@KennyAronoffOfficial LOL, that's awesome! I enjoyed our conversation 👍🥁👍
@@iamjarrettdean9358 Thanks Jarrett
Great interview! Love, love, love REO Speedwagon! Kenny, Probably saw you play with John Mellencamp so many times in the 80’s and 90’s! I’m from Indiana and have always been a huge Mellencamp fan! Thank you for interviewing Kevin! 💙
Thank you so much for your comments.
Another great guest! This podcast is awesome.
Thanks Sarah.. : )
LOVED their work, that of Supertramp, Eagles, ELO, 10cc, Foreigner--bands of this quality simply don't exist anymore, I mean in terms of lyrical excellence, vocal quality, singing, musicianship...you name it. From one Kevin to another, thanks man! And good work Kenny--thank you.
Thanks for your comments Kevin.. Yeah.. I agree..
Great interview Kenny with Kevin.
Thanks for checking out Kevins Episode on my podcast. : )
You two are a huge part of my musical journey...I saw REO many many times in Ft Wayne at the Coliseum...and Mellencamp with you Kenny in both Ft Wayne and Bloomington ...so thanks to you both for sharing this with us ! ✌🏻😎
Cool! Thanks 😊
Hi Todd! I'm originally from Decatur. Do you ever go watch Kenny Taylor play around the Ft.? Killer guitar player!
@@KorbenDenver Oh cool I'm originally from Warsaw, been to Decatur many times. No I haven't I moved to Florida in 2003.
Seen Reo at the Ft Wayne Coliseum in 1990 on the Earth tour👍👍👍
Awesome show Kenny! REO rocks! Being from Chicago originally, it was so cool to open for STYX with an artist I was playing for out of Nashville. Grew up on REO + Styx.. Something about Chicago Musicians;) Proud Chicago boy myself!
hell yes. Chicago has so much musical history
Another great one!! Great guests
Thanks so much.. : )
Another great interview Kenny! Thanks for this. Cheers!
Thank You!
The Legend.
Great personality.
"The Earth, a Small Man, His Dog and a Chicken" is my REO favorite album. Perfect sound, perfect songs, perfect engineering, great musicians.
Hi Robert, Thanks for checkin gout my podcast..
This is a great interview. Thanks for posting. I'm so excited to see you, Kevin and other musicians in Boston, in July for the Jim Irsay Collection show.😊
Thanks for your comments.. Yeah Boston will rock
This is such a great interview with two world-class professionals! Thanks for sharing.
Douglas thanks for checking out my pod cast.. : )
Kenny, the first time I saw you perform was with Mellencamp opening for REO Speedwagon in 1982 in Oklahoma City. I have been a fan ever since, especially as a drummer myself. You are one of the best! Great interview!
Thanks so much Uriah... wow.. you saw that performance in 1982 in Oklahoma City?. I remember opening up for REO back then.. We only did a few shows with t hem.
What a soulful drummer with Mellancamp!!!!... thanks for the great music in the 80s! Kenny
Thank you Perry.. : )
THIS was a fantastic interview. thanks guys
Thanks Steve.. Many more coming.. 😀
Another really great interview with another very interesting guest! I’m already looking forward to the next one!
Thanks Gary
"A band is only as good as its drummer" I don't recall where I heard that first but it is so true. As a young drummer, when I realized this I knew that I would never be in a successful band. I always say I'm a "B" drummer but my grading scale is quite lenient. I'm not very good, but I do enjoy jamming with people when I get the chance.
James...play the drums as much as you want and jam away if it makes you feel great.. : )
Love your interviewing skills!!! Kevin made an interesting point with the partying becoming more important than the music. Did you see that a lot in your experience? Also, the album "Uh-Huh" is framed and hanging in my home. Someday you will have to sign it.
I wi ll definitely sign your "Uh Huh" record some day.. I saw a lot of partying and wild Rock n roll stuff, but the show and recording music was also my priority.
Dude you are knocking it out of the park with these Podcasts and the Iconic Guests! Thanks for taking the time to provide this priceless magic ;-)
Thank you so much.. Lot's more coming..
Money, time, or magic? Excellent question.🌸
Thanks so much.. : )
I've watched a handful of your shows and they are incredible!! Your guests are so comfortable talking, you get to hear a lot of personel stories which is awesome. Thanks so much for what your doing!! Btw I loved your drumming on the Still Climbing album from Cinderella!!
Thank you and I loved that "Still Climbing" Record..
Great interview Kenny. I learned more about KC in this interview than all others I've heard combined.
Let me share some REO magic....
Saw REO Speedwagon at Red rocks in 86 I believe.
During the show there was a pause and KC asked the audience to take off one shoe and hold it over their head.
He said they wanted a picture for their next album cover.
I told a friend the name of their next album would be called..."Put your best foot forward"...
Fast fwd within a year I walk into a record store in Mannheim Germany.
Finger through the albums until I come to the R's...
There it was, "Best foot forward, the best of REO Speedwagon"
Felt a rush of magic to be honest.
Was kind of disappointed also.
The Red Rocks pic was on the back.
Just a small pic.
I thought it would be a bigger pic on the front.
Cronin is awesome!
I'm yo vehicle baybe
I take you any where you wanna go
I'm your vehicle woman
By now I tell you so
GREAT GOD IN HEAVEN YOU KNOW I LOOOOVE YOU
lol ha ha I love those lyrics and that song. bad ass
Fantastic interview, I watch REO concert on Tubi, fantastic songs, incredible band. This is priceless to hear and see Kevin here, finding out who he really is. I had no idea he was out of REO now, to me he was REO, period. Excellent interview, thanks Kenny, these interviews are absolutely priceless
Thanks.. He is an amazing person.. He is still with REO however.
Here's a suggestion: Jon Bon Jovi! I've been a fan of his, but also of your work on Young Guns and Destination Anywhere. It would be a really interesting chat about the Young Guns album and more.
Absolutely.. I love Jon Bon Jovi. Scheduling is a huge factor booking pod casts. We are all so slammed busy. : )
Very good interview I liked it a lot really enjoyed it
Thanks Edward... Lot's more to come.
Pure gold Kenny -thanks much. Fav REO album was Kevin's first -REO T.W.O. from 1972 -check it out bro!
Thanks so much.. : )
I love that Uncle Larry came up in this episode =)
Cool : )
Another great guest. I was never an REO Speedwagon fan, nor did I like the tunes. As with so many American bands they simply were never my thing. However, I really like the Man. And that is one of the great things about your chats - you create such a relaxed and open atmosphere that enables your guests to simply be themselves. And that all happens so effortlessly. I can think of some major TV network personalities that would likely envy the ease of exchange that happens in these conversations.
Interesting to hear of the connections with Styx and also Jim Peterik, two successful yet critically underrated talents.
Also, Mr. Cronin reminds me of Yes vocalist Jon Anderson. There is something about the looks and the voice, and even the good-natured personality that sparks that thought.
Thank you again.
Cool Comments.. Thanks.
Well nobody else will say it so I will…….Gary Richrath was the heart and soul of REO. When Gary left the band, the vast majority of REO nation left with him…..they turned into a tribute band and had no meaningful releases or commercial success after that.
For me personally, they lost me when they turned bubblegum with Hi Infidelity….prior to that, they could rock……after that, schwarmy ballads.
Great interview! Am I crazy or does Kevin look a little like Matthew Perry?
Thanks so much.. I don't see the Mathew Perry thing, but regardless... Kevin is a wonderful human being.
Funny that Kevin cracked a joke about being a porn star. Funny story - I will try to be brief. Years ago I was dating a pretty lady in Lexington KY. One of the things we had in common was our love of rock and going to live shows. She tells me a story from years prior when she went to see REO at Rupp Arena. She is out at the bar after the show and Kevin shows up, and in no time at all he is talking to her (with intentions of course). She is just excited to be talking to this rock star and then a dude walks up, and it was her BF. She introduces Kevin to her BF. Kevin's response... "This is your boyfriend? What the hell am I doing talking to you?" And he storms off 🤣
a decent drummer is the backbone of any band. lock stock
Reo day on the green Oakland stadium 1981 *..
Thanks for watching my pod cast.. Kevin is a bad ass.
I don't intend to be pushy but...Larry Mullin Jr. Please!👍
I love Larry Mullen Jr. Great drummer and wonderful person.
@@KennyAronoffOfficial I figure if there's anyone who should interview him after his recent ordeal, it's you. 👍 Happy Thanksgiving!
@@PeterKKraus Happy Thanksgiving to you also
Sorry. He still looks like my grandmother...