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The Boss of Tribute Bands: Meet Joey Thompson of The B Street Band

If you're a regular fan of the Someone You Should Know podcast, you already know I have a deep appreciation for tribute bands. Over the years, we've featured some incredible acts honoring legends like Tom Petty, John Mellencamp, AC/DC, Rush, Chicago, and Depeche Mode—just to name a few.

But today, I have the great honor of interviewing a band that holds a special distinction. They’re not just any tribute band; they are the world’s longest-running tribute band. Since 1980, they’ve been keeping the music of Bruce Springsteen alive and rocking.

I'm talking about The B Street Band! These guys have been bringing the heart, soul, and energy of The Boss to fans for over four decades. Joining me is Joey Thompson, the band’s frontman and a true Springsteen aficionado.

So, will you please welcome The B Street Band, they are Someone You Should Know. 

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Show Links:

Click here to go to  The B Street Band Website
Click here to go to  The B Street Band Facebook
Click here to go to  The B Street Band YouTube Channel

Click here to go to Joey Thompson's  Facebook

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Rik Anthony Someone You Should Know Podcast

Somehow, Rik knew he wanted to be a radio announcer from an early age. So after graduation in 1978, Rik joined the U.S. Air Force to be a Radio and TV announcer for the Armed Forces Radio and TV Service (AFRTS). After 20 years, he retired from the Air Force in 1998. He retired on a Friday in August then two days later, started a new job as a host and producer for the All Star Radio Network. During his 19 years there, Rik hosted several nationally syndicated radio shows, including: "Back in the Pits with Rik Anthony" and "Someone You Should Know." Rik has thousands of celebrity interviews in his archives.

Rik retired from daily on-air radio on 1/1/23 and is focusing on his podcast and enjoying life. Rik has two grown children, Shauna and Brad.

Rik loves flying airplanes, traveling, cooking, the arts, and spending time with his wife, Leslie.