About this episode
Peter Kreten interviews members of The Arrivals about their new album and band history.
The Arrivals are a legendary punk rock band from Blue Island, Illinois. 773 Sounds host Peter Kreten caught up with Ronnie DiCola (Drums) and Little Dave Merriman (Vocals & Guitar) to discuss their first new album, after a 15 year hiatus, Payload, how the band approaches their songwriting, and reminisce about the glory days of the Fireside Bowl. Photo Credit: John Oakes. Used with Permission
People in this episode
Host: Peter Kreten
Guests: Ronnie DiCola, Little Dave Merriman
Topics covered
- punk rock
- music
- songwriting
- band history
- interviews
Keywords
- The Arrivals
- Payload
- songwriting
- Fireside Bowl
- punk rock band
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: Payload
Places: Blue Island, Illinois
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