Episode Synopsis "The Illinois Rock & Roll Museum on Route 66 with Founder and Executive Director Ron Romero"

Podcast host Carl Mesecher visits with Ron Romero, Founder and Executive Director of The Illinois Rock & Roll Museum on Route 66. Ron discusses the inception and vision of the museum which is home to the Illinois Rock and Roll Museum’s Hall of Fame. The inaugural class in 2021 included The Buckinghams, Cheap Trick, Chicago, Buddy Guy, Muddy Waters and REO Speedwagon. The class of 2022 includes Chuck Berry, Sam Cooke, Dennis DeYoung, Dan Fogelberg, Gary Loizzo, The New Colony Six, Jim Peterik and Styx. In addition to the artists, the hall of fame also recognizes radio personalities, radio stations and record labels. www.theworldmusiccharts.com

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