Best The Ropes N Riffs Podcast Podcasts (2025)

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Ben Eller on Playing with Mastodon, Retro Entrance Music, Tool's Adam Jones on Penta Entrance Theme 1:08:58

10d ago1:08:58

1:08:58

Hi guys! I, your resident wrestling entrance theme composer John Kiernan interviews the one and only Uncle Ben, Ben Eller! Ben is a guitarist known for his recent performance with Mastodon and his unbelievable YouTube guitar channel. We discuss Ben's recent experience playing with Mastodon, the challenges of learning their songs, and the evolution …

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Eric Young on His Entrance Music for Violent By Design, Sanity, NXT, and His Show Vinyl Obsession 1:01:23

23d ago1:01:23

1:01:23

Wrestling entrance theme song composer John Kiernan speaks with TNA Wrestling's Eric Young about his passion for music, particularly vinyl records, and the significance of entrance themes in wrestling. They discuss the evolution of Sanity's entrance theme in NXT, Violent By Design's theme, and the collaborative process throughout his wrestling care…

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Josiah Williams (Wrestle And Flow) on Naomi's Entrance Theme, Taya Valkyrie's Theme, Creativity 46:28

1M ago46:28

46:28

John Kiernan speaks with Josiah Williams, known as Wrestle And Flow, about his journey in creating wrestling entrance themes. They discuss the creative process behind these themes, the importance of presentation, and the trial and error involved in content creation. Josiah shares insights on working with various talents, including Aleister Black (f…

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Monteasy on Writing Sammy Guevara's Theme, Working with John Kiernan, Wrestling Entrance Themes 1:26:22

1M ago1:26:22

1:26:22

Monteasy discuss the intricacies of creating wrestling entrance themes, the importance of camaraderie in the music industry, and the strategies that have led to Monteasy's success. They explore the significance of building relationships, the power of word-of-mouth promotion, and the need for innovation in the evolving landscape of wrestling music. …

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Vicki Venuto AKA Vicious Vicki on Working With Downstait, Linkin Park, Her TNA Debut, PWI Ranking 47:35

3M ago47:35

47:35

Vicki Venuto, also known as Vicious Vicki shares her journey through the wrestling world, her experiences with TNA, and how wrestling entrance theme song composer John Kiernan and her worked on her first theme, then she worked with entrance theme song legends Downstait on her current entrance theme. Vicki and John discuss her character evolution, t…

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Downstait's Zack Call on Cody Rhodes Theme, Indi Hartwell Theme, Wrestling Entrance Themes 52:18

3M ago52:18

52:18

John Kiernan and Zack from wrestling entrance theme Downstait discuss their collaborative process in creating wrestling themes, the impact of their music in the wrestling industry, and the evolution of wrestler's themes over time. They highlight their work with various wrestlers, including the new entrance theme for Indi Hartwell called Hart Won't …

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Marty Friedman on Playing Tanahashi To The Ring For NJPW for Wrestle Kingdom 8, His New Album Drama 30:30

4M ago30:30

30:30

Guitar legend Marty Friedman shares his experiences in music and wrestling, particularly his memorable performance playing Tanahashi to the ring at NJPW's Wrestle Kingdom 8 against Shinsuke Nakamura. He discusses the importance of entrance themes in wrestling, the preparation involved in live performances, and the connection between music and wrest…

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PJ Black on His Favorite Theme, Friendship with Bray Wyatt, Lucha Underground, WWE Entrance Music 58:49

4M ago58:49

58:49

PJ Black, known for his dynamic wrestling career and innovative entrance themes, discusses his journey through the wrestling industry, focusing on his musical influences and character development. From his early days in WWE to the evolution of his persona into Dr. Black, PJ shares insights into the creative process behind his entrance themes such a…

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Reby Hardy on Broken Hardys Bound For Glory Entrance, Bray Wyatt Piano Version, Music In Her Life 38:22

5M ago38:22

38:22

🔔Subscribe To The Show! https://www.youtube.com/@ropesnriffs?sub_confirmation=1 Reby Hardy and John Kiernan talk about Reby's unique journey through music and wrestling, discussing her classical piano upbringing, her pivotal role in the Broken and Woken Universes, and the creative processes behind her performances. Reby discusses her Bound For Glor…

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Adam Page Theme Composer Vincent Pedulla on Hangman Adam Page, Composing for Netflix, Serj Tankian 44:31

5M ago44:31

44:31

Adam Page's AEW theme song composer Vincent Pedulla discuss the intricacies of creating entrance music for professional wrestlers. They explore Vincent's diverse background in music composition across various media, the evolution of Adam Page's themes from Ghost Town Triumph to Black Hat, and the essential elements that make Adam Page's theme reson…

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Emily Whitehurst on Tsunami Bomb, Survival Guide, Her New Cocktail Drinks Book, Twitch and Patreon 53:15

5M ago53:15

53:15

🔔Subscribe To The Show! https://www.youtube.com/@ropesnriffs?sub_confirmation=1 John Kiernan interviews Emily Whitehurst, formerly Agent M of Tsunami Bomb, a multifaceted artist known for her solo project, Survival Guide. They discuss Emily's new cocktail book, Death Drinks, which pairs cocktails with songs from her album Death Dreams. The conversa…

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Lince Dorado on Building his Lucha Lit Brand, His Entrance Theme, Working with WWE on His Theme, CWC 1:00:10

6M ago1:00:10

1:00:10

🔔Subscribe To The Show! https://www.youtube.com/@ropesnriffs?sub_confirmation=1 🎧Listen anywhere you listen to podcasts: https://ropes-n-riffs.captivate.fm/listen Lince Dorado and John Kiernan delve into the significance of music in wrestling, exploring how themes contribute to character development and audience connection. They discuss the evoluti…

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Mega Ran on Shelton Benjamin's AEW Theme, New Day Usos Rap Battle , Meeting Okada at WWE Raw 38:57

6M ago38:57

38:57

🔔Subscribe To The Show! https://www.youtube.com/@ropesnriffs?sub_confirmation=1 Joining us today is none other than Mega Ran! Mega Ran is a multifaceted artist known for his work in music, wrestling themes, and education. John Kiernan and Mega Ran discuss his journey, his collaborations with wrestlers such as how MVP tapped him to rap on Shelton Be…

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Kevin Lacerda on Will Ospreay's Theme, Working with Mikey Rukus, Entrance Music, The Jericho Cruise 1:01:53

6M ago1:01:53

1:01:53

Kevin Lacerda of It Lives, It Breathes and Damn Nation and John discuss...what else? Music in wrestling! Kevin talks about creating Will Ospreay's theme, Elevated, wanting to play Will Ospreay to the ring, as well as lending his voice to Action Andretti and Johnny TV's AEW entrance themes. Kevin also touches on getting to work with AEW music compos…

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Donovan Dijak - Working with Mikey Rukus, His Entrance Themes, The Process of Entrance Music in WWE 33:50

6M ago33:50

33:50

Donovan Dijak discusses his journey as a professional wrestler, focusing on the significance of entrance music in shaping his character and presentation. He shares insights into his creative process when selecting themes, the evolution of his character, and the collaboration with AEW entrance theme composer Mikey Rukus on his newest theme, "Capital…

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Mercedes Martinez on 24 Years In Wrestling, Her Entrance Themes, AEW, Snow Tha Product 50:27

6M ago50:27

50:27

Mercedes Martinez reflects on her 24-year journey in wrestling, discussing the significance of entrance music, the evolution of her themes, and the importance of lyrics in connecting with fans. She shares insights into her musical influences, the collaborative process of creating tag team themes, and the critical role of timing in wrestling music. …

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Ben Eller on Playing with Mastodon, Retro Entrance Music, Tool's Adam Jones on Penta Entrance Theme 1:08:58

1
Eric Young on His Entrance Music for Violent By Design, Sanity, NXT, and His Show Vinyl Obsession 1:01:23

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Josiah Williams (Wrestle And Flow) on Naomi's Entrance Theme, Taya Valkyrie's Theme, Creativity 46:28

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Monteasy on Writing Sammy Guevara's Theme, Working with John Kiernan, Wrestling Entrance Themes 1:26:22

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Vicki Venuto AKA Vicious Vicki on Working With Downstait, Linkin Park, Her TNA Debut, PWI Ranking 47:35

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Downstait's Zack Call on Cody Rhodes Theme, Indi Hartwell Theme, Wrestling Entrance Themes 52:18

1
Marty Friedman on Playing Tanahashi To The Ring For NJPW for Wrestle Kingdom 8, His New Album Drama 30:30

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PJ Black on His Favorite Theme, Friendship with Bray Wyatt, Lucha Underground, WWE Entrance Music 58:49

1
Reby Hardy on Broken Hardys Bound For Glory Entrance, Bray Wyatt Piano Version, Music In Her Life 38:22

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Adam Page Theme Composer Vincent Pedulla on Hangman Adam Page, Composing for Netflix, Serj Tankian 44:31

1
Emily Whitehurst on Tsunami Bomb, Survival Guide, Her New Cocktail Drinks Book, Twitch and Patreon 53:15

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Lince Dorado on Building his Lucha Lit Brand, His Entrance Theme, Working with WWE on His Theme, CWC 1:00:10

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Mega Ran on Shelton Benjamin's AEW Theme, New Day Usos Rap Battle , Meeting Okada at WWE Raw 38:57

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Kevin Lacerda on Will Ospreay's Theme, Working with Mikey Rukus, Entrance Music, The Jericho Cruise 1:01:53

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Donovan Dijak - Working with Mikey Rukus, His Entrance Themes, The Process of Entrance Music in WWE 33:50

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Mercedes Martinez on 24 Years In Wrestling, Her Entrance Themes, AEW, Snow Tha Product 50:27

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