Allen "Big Al" Tate
@bigalrocks.bsky.social
Husband, father, musician, podcaster, radio DJ, sound engineer, IT professional, and all around nice guy. I typically do not post political material.
In this interview, Derek Shulman discussed his life journey from his Scottish upbringing to becoming a successful musician and later music industry executive.
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September 2, 2025 at 7:33 PM
In this interview, Derek Shulman discussed his life journey from his Scottish upbringing to becoming a successful musician and later music industry executive.
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I’ll be digitally spinning some great rock and pop from the 80s tomorrow at 12pm Eastern. Please join me: a2zradio.net/tune-in/
July 11, 2025 at 12:38 PM
I’ll be digitally spinning some great rock and pop from the 80s tomorrow at 12pm Eastern. Please join me: a2zradio.net/tune-in/
Just finishing up the prep work for my radio show this Saturday. Be sure to tune in to #A2ZRadio on Saturday, June 28th, at 12:00 PM Eastern, 11PM Central for the next edition of #BigAlsRockinRadioShow. Find your preferred tune in link here: a2zradio.net/tune-in/
June 27, 2025 at 9:29 PM
Just finishing up the prep work for my radio show this Saturday. Be sure to tune in to #A2ZRadio on Saturday, June 28th, at 12:00 PM Eastern, 11PM Central for the next edition of #BigAlsRockinRadioShow. Find your preferred tune in link here: a2zradio.net/tune-in/
Please join me for a special edition of #BigAlsRockinRadioShow. On Wednesday, June 4 at 11AM Eastern, I'll be filling in for #RockinRobsClassicCafe on A2Z Radio. You can find your preferred tune in link here: a2zradio.net #A2ZRadio (Please share.)
June 3, 2025 at 7:20 PM
Please join me for a special edition of #BigAlsRockinRadioShow. On Wednesday, June 4 at 11AM Eastern, I'll be filling in for #RockinRobsClassicCafe on A2Z Radio. You can find your preferred tune in link here: a2zradio.net #A2ZRadio (Please share.)
It's been a hectic week, I haven't had time to put a show together, and I have an important meeting today during my regular show time so unfortunately, there will be no #BigAlsRockinRadioShow on #A2ZRadio this week. I should be back at my regular time next week.
May 10, 2025 at 1:36 PM
It's been a hectic week, I haven't had time to put a show together, and I have an important meeting today during my regular show time so unfortunately, there will be no #BigAlsRockinRadioShow on #A2ZRadio this week. I should be back at my regular time next week.
Gene Simmons Band Concert Review with Bryan Harris
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My concert buddy & I discuss our recent trip to Beaver Dam, KY, to see Gene's band. We shared our thoughts on the venue, the band's set list, & more.
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My concert buddy & I discuss our recent trip to Beaver Dam, KY, to see Gene's band. We shared our thoughts on the venue, the band's set list, & more.
May 5, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Gene Simmons Band Concert Review with Bryan Harris
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My concert buddy & I discuss our recent trip to Beaver Dam, KY, to see Gene's band. We shared our thoughts on the venue, the band's set list, & more.
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My concert buddy & I discuss our recent trip to Beaver Dam, KY, to see Gene's band. We shared our thoughts on the venue, the band's set list, & more.
#HeadbangersBall premiered on MTV on April 18, 1987. Did you watch the show? Who was your favorite host? What was your favorite episode? #BigAlsRockinPodcast
April 18, 2025 at 12:03 PM
#HeadbangersBall premiered on MTV on April 18, 1987. Did you watch the show? Who was your favorite host? What was your favorite episode? #BigAlsRockinPodcast
HORATIO AND THE CHICKEN
Find more Big Al shenanigans at BigAlRocks.com #BigAlsRockinPodcast #BigAlsRockinRadioShow #JokesForDays #DadsOfBluesky #Funny #Comedy #DadJokes #fyp #ForYouPage #StolenJokes
Find more Big Al shenanigans at BigAlRocks.com #BigAlsRockinPodcast #BigAlsRockinRadioShow #JokesForDays #DadsOfBluesky #Funny #Comedy #DadJokes #fyp #ForYouPage #StolenJokes
April 16, 2025 at 5:01 PM
HORATIO AND THE CHICKEN
Find more Big Al shenanigans at BigAlRocks.com #BigAlsRockinPodcast #BigAlsRockinRadioShow #JokesForDays #DadsOfBluesky #Funny #Comedy #DadJokes #fyp #ForYouPage #StolenJokes
Find more Big Al shenanigans at BigAlRocks.com #BigAlsRockinPodcast #BigAlsRockinRadioShow #JokesForDays #DadsOfBluesky #Funny #Comedy #DadJokes #fyp #ForYouPage #StolenJokes
My convo with comedienne #CourtneyCronin @ the #RockNPod Expo in Nashville. We talked a little about one of my TikTok vids going viral, her dog Rainey, & my dog Buddy.
TikTok video: www.tiktok.com/@allentatero...
YouTube: youtu.be/YFVpGQEmp1c
Spotify: creators.spotify.com/pod/show/big...
TikTok video: www.tiktok.com/@allentatero...
YouTube: youtu.be/YFVpGQEmp1c
Spotify: creators.spotify.com/pod/show/big...
April 15, 2025 at 9:12 PM
My convo with comedienne #CourtneyCronin @ the #RockNPod Expo in Nashville. We talked a little about one of my TikTok vids going viral, her dog Rainey, & my dog Buddy.
TikTok video: www.tiktok.com/@allentatero...
YouTube: youtu.be/YFVpGQEmp1c
Spotify: creators.spotify.com/pod/show/big...
TikTok video: www.tiktok.com/@allentatero...
YouTube: youtu.be/YFVpGQEmp1c
Spotify: creators.spotify.com/pod/show/big...
Listen here www.mixcloud.com/A2ZRadio/don... if you missed the live broadcast of #BigAlsRockinRadioShow on April 5th. Did I play your favorite cowbell song? #MoreCowbell #DontFearTheCowbell #A2ZRadio
April 8, 2025 at 4:36 PM
Listen here www.mixcloud.com/A2ZRadio/don... if you missed the live broadcast of #BigAlsRockinRadioShow on April 5th. Did I play your favorite cowbell song? #MoreCowbell #DontFearTheCowbell #A2ZRadio
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Kevin Minnis shared his journey into guitar building, discussing influences, techniques, & personal experiences. He emphasized the importance of learning from mistakes & encouraged others to pursue their passions. #BigAlsRockinPodcast #MenaceGuitars
Kevin Minnis shared his journey into guitar building, discussing influences, techniques, & personal experiences. He emphasized the importance of learning from mistakes & encouraged others to pursue their passions. #BigAlsRockinPodcast #MenaceGuitars
April 7, 2025 at 1:30 PM
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Kevin Minnis shared his journey into guitar building, discussing influences, techniques, & personal experiences. He emphasized the importance of learning from mistakes & encouraged others to pursue their passions. #BigAlsRockinPodcast #MenaceGuitars
Kevin Minnis shared his journey into guitar building, discussing influences, techniques, & personal experiences. He emphasized the importance of learning from mistakes & encouraged others to pursue their passions. #BigAlsRockinPodcast #MenaceGuitars
Find more Big Al shenanigans at BigAlRocks.com #BigAlsRockinPodcast #BigAlsRockinRadioShow #JokesForDays #DadsOfBlueSky #Funny #Comedy #DadJokes #fyp #ForYouPage #StolenJokes
April 2, 2025 at 10:43 PM
Find more Big Al shenanigans at BigAlRocks.com #BigAlsRockinPodcast #BigAlsRockinRadioShow #JokesForDays #DadsOfBlueSky #Funny #Comedy #DadJokes #fyp #ForYouPage #StolenJokes
Find more Big Al shenanigans at BigAlRocks.com #BigAlsRockinPodcast #BigAlsRockinRadioShow #JokesForDays #DadsOfBlueSky #Funny #Comedy #DadJokes #fyp #ForYouPage #StolenJokes
March 25, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Find more Big Al shenanigans at BigAlRocks.com #BigAlsRockinPodcast #BigAlsRockinRadioShow #JokesForDays #DadsOfBlueSky #Funny #Comedy #DadJokes #fyp #ForYouPage #StolenJokes
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Author Gillian G. Gaar discussed her book “Queen and A Night at the Opera: 50 Years,” detailing her research process and the book’s structure, which explores the band’s creative peak and rise to stardom. She also touched on other Queen-related projects.
Author Gillian G. Gaar discussed her book “Queen and A Night at the Opera: 50 Years,” detailing her research process and the book’s structure, which explores the band’s creative peak and rise to stardom. She also touched on other Queen-related projects.
March 24, 2025 at 12:05 PM
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Author Gillian G. Gaar discussed her book “Queen and A Night at the Opera: 50 Years,” detailing her research process and the book’s structure, which explores the band’s creative peak and rise to stardom. She also touched on other Queen-related projects.
Author Gillian G. Gaar discussed her book “Queen and A Night at the Opera: 50 Years,” detailing her research process and the book’s structure, which explores the band’s creative peak and rise to stardom. She also touched on other Queen-related projects.
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MEGG shared her journey from studying at USC's Thornton School of Music to appearing on The Voice & her recent move to Nashville. She discussed her upcoming performances on the Vans Warped Tour & her new single The End. #BigAlsRockinPodcast #MeggMusic
MEGG shared her journey from studying at USC's Thornton School of Music to appearing on The Voice & her recent move to Nashville. She discussed her upcoming performances on the Vans Warped Tour & her new single The End. #BigAlsRockinPodcast #MeggMusic
March 16, 2025 at 9:38 PM
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MEGG shared her journey from studying at USC's Thornton School of Music to appearing on The Voice & her recent move to Nashville. She discussed her upcoming performances on the Vans Warped Tour & her new single The End. #BigAlsRockinPodcast #MeggMusic
MEGG shared her journey from studying at USC's Thornton School of Music to appearing on The Voice & her recent move to Nashville. She discussed her upcoming performances on the Vans Warped Tour & her new single The End. #BigAlsRockinPodcast #MeggMusic
CAPTION THIS!
(For anyone who cares, these birds are Tufted Titmouse. Stop giggling! 🤭)
(For anyone who cares, these birds are Tufted Titmouse. Stop giggling! 🤭)
March 13, 2025 at 5:23 PM
CAPTION THIS!
(For anyone who cares, these birds are Tufted Titmouse. Stop giggling! 🤭)
(For anyone who cares, these birds are Tufted Titmouse. Stop giggling! 🤭)
Just because I bought a bird feeder with a camera doesn’t mean I’m getting old. 🤪
The hummingbird feeder with camera will be installed in April!
The hummingbird feeder with camera will be installed in April!
March 9, 2025 at 7:36 PM
Just because I bought a bird feeder with a camera doesn’t mean I’m getting old. 🤪
The hummingbird feeder with camera will be installed in April!
The hummingbird feeder with camera will be installed in April!
#BigAlsRockinPodcast #NewMusicFriday Playlist - March 7, 2025 - PLZ SHARE
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This week's playlist features new tracks from #Heathcliff #AnotherDamnDisappointment #Ghost #NeahMcMeen #TheTreatment #MarbleGhosts #TheWildhearts #ThePhoenixWithin #Freezemachine
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This week's playlist features new tracks from #Heathcliff #AnotherDamnDisappointment #Ghost #NeahMcMeen #TheTreatment #MarbleGhosts #TheWildhearts #ThePhoenixWithin #Freezemachine
March 7, 2025 at 8:55 PM
#BigAlsRockinPodcast #NewMusicFriday Playlist - March 7, 2025 - PLZ SHARE
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This week's playlist features new tracks from #Heathcliff #AnotherDamnDisappointment #Ghost #NeahMcMeen #TheTreatment #MarbleGhosts #TheWildhearts #ThePhoenixWithin #Freezemachine
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This week's playlist features new tracks from #Heathcliff #AnotherDamnDisappointment #Ghost #NeahMcMeen #TheTreatment #MarbleGhosts #TheWildhearts #ThePhoenixWithin #Freezemachine
In preparation for the relaunch of the podcast and radio show, I've set up an email newsletter to keep listeners up to date on new episodes, radio shows, and "New Music Friday" updates. I invite you to use the form below to sign up.
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March 2, 2025 at 3:08 PM
In preparation for the relaunch of the podcast and radio show, I've set up an email newsletter to keep listeners up to date on new episodes, radio shows, and "New Music Friday" updates. I invite you to use the form below to sign up.
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February 22, 2025 at 2:14 PM
Today is #NationalCherryPieDay, therefore...
#Warrant #CherryPie #SongOfTheDay #SOTD #BigAlsRockinPodcast
Album: Cherry Pie
Release Date: September 11, 1990
The song made it to #10 on the Billboard Hot 100 and the album made it to #7 on the Billboard 200.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=OjyZ...
#Warrant #CherryPie #SongOfTheDay #SOTD #BigAlsRockinPodcast
Album: Cherry Pie
Release Date: September 11, 1990
The song made it to #10 on the Billboard Hot 100 and the album made it to #7 on the Billboard 200.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=OjyZ...
Warrant - Cherry Pie
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February 20, 2025 at 1:19 PM
Today is #NationalCherryPieDay, therefore...
#Warrant #CherryPie #SongOfTheDay #SOTD #BigAlsRockinPodcast
Album: Cherry Pie
Release Date: September 11, 1990
The song made it to #10 on the Billboard Hot 100 and the album made it to #7 on the Billboard 200.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=OjyZ...
#Warrant #CherryPie #SongOfTheDay #SOTD #BigAlsRockinPodcast
Album: Cherry Pie
Release Date: September 11, 1990
The song made it to #10 on the Billboard Hot 100 and the album made it to #7 on the Billboard 200.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=OjyZ...
I'm planning to relaunch my podcast later this year and I'd like your input. Please read the linked article & leave a comment below. Thanks in advance.
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February 19, 2025 at 5:52 PM
I'm planning to relaunch my podcast later this year and I'd like your input. Please read the linked article & leave a comment below. Thanks in advance.
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Wedding anniversary number 31.
February 14, 2025 at 9:33 PM
Wedding anniversary number 31.