All Access Live with Kevin Rankin
All Access Live with Kevin Rankin
Podcast Description
I started All Access Live because I believe every artist has a tale worth telling—and the richest, most revealing moments happen off-camera. As someone who has spent life touring and recording in the music industry, I know that the best stories aren’t in the press releases—they’re in the moments of spontaneity. That’s why my promise is simple: no filters, no fluff, just genuine in–depth conversations that bring you closer to the creative minds behind your favorite music, films, and other creative endeavours.
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The podcast covers a range of topics, including personal journeys in the music and entertainment industries, behind-the-scenes stories, and the creative process of artists from diverse backgrounds. Episodes have highlighted themes such as the evolution of rock music with guests like Mike Stern and the impact of iconic figures like Paul McCartney on family and music culture, alongside individual narratives like Ginger Lynn Allen’s experiences in the adult film industry.
I started All Access Live because I believe every artist has a tale worth telling—and the richest, most revealing moments happen off-camera. As someone who has spent life touring and recording in the music industry, I know that the best stories aren’t in the press releases—they’re in the moments of spontaneity. That’s why my promise is simple: no filters, no fluff, just genuine in–depth conversations that bring you closer to the creative minds behind your favorite music, films, and other creative endeavours.
New York guitarist Joel Hoekstra currently plays for Whitesnake and Trans Siberian Orchestra. Joel is also well-known for his work with: Cher, Night Ranger, the Broadway show Rock of Ages, his fill in work with Foreigner, Accept, his annual sets on the Monsters of Rock Cruise, recording projects like Revolution Saints, Iconic, viral collaboration videos with the likes of Dino Jelusick, Arnel Pineda, Mike Portnoy, Billy Sheehan and his acoustic shows with Brandon Gibbs. Exhibiting a knack for music education, he has also been a frequent columnist for Guitar World Magazine, taught at Musician’s Institute, Rockstars of Tomorrow, Guitar Workshop Plus and often been a counselor at Rock N’ Roll Fantasy Camp. Over the years, Joel has released 3 instrumental solo albums and 3 critically acclaimed albums with his side project Joel Hoekstra's 13! Most recently he was the guest guitarist on Dancing with the Stars (Hair Metal Episode) and played with Cher at her Rock N Roll Hall of Fame induction and the SNL 50 Homecoming Concert.
We chat about Joel's new record ”From the Fade”, scheduled for release February 27, 2026. Pre-order the album here: https://ffm.bio/fromthefadelalbum
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