The "Midwest BEAT with Tom Lounges" interview/music program on 89.1FM-Lakeshore Public Radio, recently welcomed the Southshore Roller Derby Girls SPIRIT CRUSHER and DEX BA-BOMB -- as in studio guests.The ladies talked about the resurgence of roller derby in recent years, how they each came to join the skating ranks, and they risk injury by competing in a rough and tumble sport. We also talked about a few of their upcoming events.Catch live roller derby with the Southshore Roller Derby on June 24th at Bulldog Park in Crown Point. Pictured here are Spirit Crusher (aka Olivia) and Dex BaBoom (aka Autumn). Follow the ladies at: https://southshorerollerderby.org

This evening on "Midwest BEAT," host/producer Tom Lounges will chat with the guests about a special event happening from 2pm to 6pm on Sunday, June 25th at Hobart Art Theater (230 Main St.) in downtown Hobart.This event is a special fundraising screening of -- "THE VOICE THAT ROCKED AMERICA: THE DICK BIONDI STORY" -- the soon to be officially released film documentary on the career of legendary Radio DJ/Air Personality -- DICK BIONDI. The film features many of the stars whose careers were helped by Biondi, including: Frankie Avalon, Brian Wilson & Al Jardine (Beach Boys), Tom Dreesen, Tony Orlando, Jim Peterik, Paul Shaffer, and many others.Prior to the film being screened, there will be a pair of short live musical performances by KENNY JAMES (the "Buddy Holly" of national tribute group, RAVE ON!) and JOE CANTAFIO (band leader and front man of Chicago's iconic and recently reunited band, JADE 50's.)The film's executive producer PAMELA PULICE will talk on air about the event, the film project and why Dick Biondi warrants the attention and the nine years she has personally invested into this project. There will be a silent and live auction for some cool rock 'n' roll items, and ticket drawings for a few rockin' baskets. Funds from this screening event will be used to wrap up the final details needed to get the film entered into film festivals and get an official public release.Tickets for the debut screening of the independent film -- "THE VOICE THAT ROCKED AMERICA: THE DICK BIONDI STORY" -- are available at www.brickartlive.com.

Tom Lounges is joined by beloved tribute band All My Brothers Band, as they chat about endeavors and the love of music.

Tonight was fun as my friend Marco Villarreal --- a most amazing guitarist and multi-Instrumentalist -- joined me as a special guest on tonight's "Midwest BEAT with Tom Lounges" program. The weekly celebrity interview program is broadcast Tuesdays on Lakeshore Public Radio.Join Marco and I tomorrow (Wednesday) at Montego Bay Grille in downtown Hobart for our 6pm "Guitar Speak", an entertaining and educational gathering for guitar students and players of all ages and all skill levels. Learn from one of the Midwest's best.Everyone is welcome. Free admission, full cash bar and a full menu is served.

An iconic entertainer, TONY ORLANDO, has been in show business since the age of 15, as a songwriter, producer, record label executive, television variety host and hit-making recording artist with 19 Top 40 charted singles, including three Top 5 hits --"Candido," "Knock Three Times," "Sweet Gypsy Rose," "He Don't Love You Like I Love You," and his internationally famous signature song, "Tie A Yellow Ribbon 'Round the Ol' Oak Tree."Currently back on the road and touring with his good friend and fellow show biz legend WAYNE NEWTON, the entertainment duo which Orlando describes as "the last of the old school Vegas-style acts still on the road," will be performing this Saturday at The Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana.Tonight, I talk with Orlando about his fabulous 64-year career in the entertainment business -- on stage, on television, and behind the scenes. Some of our chat will including his sharing some very unique stories about some of his biggest hits, the impact that "Tie A Yellow Ribbon" has had on American veterans over the decades, and how he has "backed into" some of the biggest breaks of his career.

Singer/Songwriter Peter Case calls in while on the road promoting his new solo album "Doctor Moan"

Goodrich will be speaking and performing Saturday, April 15th at Merrillville Public Library on U.S. 30, as the guest of honor at the "Lake County Public Library Foundation's Annual Literary Tea" at 1:00pm CentralThe multi-skilled CORY GOODRICH is the celebrity guest this evening on 89.1-FM for Lakeshore Public Radio's weekly celebrity interview/music program, "Midwest BEAT with Tom Lounges."Goodrich is a five-time Jeff Awards nominee who has performed on top theater stages across the Midwest, along with appearing in such hit television series as, "Chicago Fire."Goodrich is a accomplished and successful book author, who has also released several albums spanning various musical genres, including children's, holiday, and folk music.

Performing at HOBART ART THEATER on Saturday, APRIL 8th @ 7:30-9:00pm. Doors Open: 6:30pm.New Jersey native BRET ERNST plays the popular reoccurring character of Louie LaRusso (aka Cousin Louie) on the hit Netflix television series, "Cobra Kai."Along with having a successful acting career, Ernst is currently ranked as one of the nation's fastest rising young stand-up comics in American, and is considered by both his peers and the entertainment media at large, to be one of the best comedians currently doing stand up.Known for hot topic material and his savvy street style, Ernst often hits nerves with his original comedy bits in ways most modern comedians shy away from in the world's now uber-sensitive society. Ernst's comic skills have earned him appearances on Showtime's "Weeds," Kevin Hart's "One Mic Stand," and Comedy Central's "Premium Blend," among others.Northwest Indiana comedy fans can catch BRET ERNST LIVE on SATURDAY, APRIL 8th at The Hobart Art Theater (233 Main St.) in downtown Hobart, IN. Opening the show is Chicago comedian, Abi Sanchez. More at: www.brickartlive.com.

Tune in tonight for Tom 's interview with QUEENSRŸCHE'S guitarist and co-founding member MICHAEL WILTON, and hear several songs from their sixteenth and latest studio album -- "DIGITAL NOISE ALLIANCE. " The recently released album features 11 brand new original songs, plus a unique cover of a classic and surprising '80s radio hit, given the special Queensryche treatment.Be sure to catch Queensrÿche live in concert as the "Digital Noise Alliance Tour" makes stops tomorrow (March 29th at Clyde Theater in Fort Wayne, IN), on Friday (March 31st at Concord Music Hall in Chicago), and on Saturday, April 1st (at The Intersection in Grand Rapids, Michigan).More info on the dates and all things Queensrÿche at: www.queensrycheofficial.com

Former NWI musician LuBecke returns for his first local live performances in over a decade this month, to visit some old haunts and showcase the music from his recent solo albums. After playing with AC/DC the tribute Bonfire and Allman Brothers tribute Eat A Peach for decades, LuBecke was the driving force of the original recording groups Hogtown Packing Co. and Hyper Tribe, before relocating to Florida in 2011.Once in the sunshine state, he formed the band, LÜBECK, and has performed regularly at places like Gloria Estefan's, Disney Springs, Hard Rock Daytona and other resorts all over Florida. Show host/producer Tom Lounges will chat up with Michael LuBecke and spotlight some of his new songs for Lakeshore listeners.