Laughing Monkey with Shawn Ratches

Dave Hill is a comedian, author, actor, and musician from Cleveland, Ohio. Known for his witty storytelling and bold stage presence, he has built a distinctive career by mixing stand-up comedy with rock music.
Throughout his career, Hill has performed at comedy clubs, theatres, and festivals around the world. He has also appeared in television shows such as Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt, Inside Amy Schumer, and Girls5eva.
In addition to comedy, Hill is a talented guitarist and singer. He performs with the rock band Valley Lodge, whose song “Go” is used as the theme music for Last Week Tonight with John Oliver.
Hill has written several humorous books, including Tasteful Nudes and Parking the Moose. His ability to work across comedy, television, literature, and music makes him a versatile and original entertainer.

Wino drops major news: The Obsessed’s new album is complete, an EP is next, a career-spanning box set is coming, and the band plans to tour through 2027.

Tony Reed is a guitarist, songwriter, producer, and recording engineer whose career is rooted in heavy, soulful rock ’n’ roll. Best known for Mos Generator, he has built a respected body of work both onstage and behind the console, bringing a hands-on, independent approach to every project.
As a member of Pentagram, Reed contributes guitar, songwriting, and a deep understanding of the band’s powerful legacy. His work helps connect the classic sound of Pentagram with a new era of music and recording.
Beyond Pentagram, Tony continues to create with Mos Generator and his other musical projects, while producing and recording artists across the heavy-rock spectrum. In this interview, he discusses recording, writing new music, working with Pentagram, and the bands that keep him inspired.

Bobby Liebling is the iconic frontman and founding member of Pentagram, one of the most influential bands in underground heavy music. Since the early 1970s, Pentagram has forged a distinctive sound built on heavy riffs, dark atmosphere, blues, and raw rock ’n’ roll energy.
Over the decades, Bobby and Pentagram have inspired generations of musicians and fans, helping lay the foundation for doom metal while remaining fiercely original. Their music has survived trends, lineups, and eras because it carries a timeless intensity.
In this interview, Bobby reflects on Pentagram’s history, the road that shaped the band, its lasting influence, and the music still to come.

Alex Mitchell is the singer and creative force behind Circus of Power, the hard-rock band that emerged from New York City’s East Village in the late 1980s. Known for its raw sound, blues-driven riffs, and high-energy performances, Circus of Power built a dedicated following and remains an important name in underground American rock.
Mitchell has continued to create beyond the band, pursuing music through a range of projects while staying true to the independent, uncompromising spirit that shaped his career. His work carries the same intensity and individuality that made Circus of Power stand out.
Today, Alex is also focused on visual art while developing new music and creative collaborations. With fresh projects underway, he continues to explore new ways to create, connect, and push his work forward.