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Welcome to The PirateChannel FM

No Rules... Just Rock. 

 

 

Dive into a world where rock music reigns supreme! At The PirateChannel FM, we are dedicated to bringing you the very best in rock, showcasing the full spectrum of this powerful genre. From the gritty, soul-stirring anthems of classic rock to the raw, electrifying energy of modern rock, we've got it all covered.

 

Embrace the Evolution Experience the evolution of rock with groundbreaking tunes from the 80s, 90s, and 2000s. Whether it’s the rebellious spirit of punk rock, ska, new wave, and metal, while dropping in unexpected gems from the blues, funk, pop, hip-hop and everything in between to keep the pulse unpredictable. We celebrate every era that shaped rock's spirit. No Rules... Just Rock isn't just our slogan, it's our DNA.  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

“‘Da Funk’ by Daft Punk is a raw, low-end driven           banger that turned underground house into a                        global movement.” And is in rotation on              

 

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Be sure to check out "Sho' Nuff The Blues" every Sunday at 3PM for the best in the blues music.


The PirateChannel FM Artist Spotlight

Body Count

Track: "Psychopath" feat. Joe Bad  from the upcoming album "Merciless"

2024 Century Media Records Ltd.

 


Harder and Louder!

BODY COUNT, the legendary metal band led by hip-hop icon, actor, and director Ice-T, is back with "Psychopath," the lead single from their forthcoming album 'Merciless.' This hard-hitting track, featuring Joe Badolato of FIT FOR AN AUTOPSY, unleashes Ice-T and his band at their most ferocious, gearing up for the next chapter in their storied 35-plus-year career. "Psychopath" delivers a sonic assault that is harder and louder, solidifying BODY COUNT's formidable presence in the metal world. 

 

 
 
 


No Rules... Just Rock. A new show that gives you 2HRs of pure Ass-Kicking Metal! "THE METAL TRAIN" coming soon...


Ace Frehley — 1951-2025 

Today, we at PirateChannel FM mourn the loss of a rock legend. Ace Frehley, the original lead guitarist and co-founder of KISS, passed away on October 16, 2025 at the age of 74.             

                                                                                                                                      Known to fans worldwide as “The Spaceman,” Ace’s thunderous riffs, raw power chords and signature guitar theatrics — smoke-emitting guitars, blazing solos, and his cosmic stage persona — helped define the sound and spirit of KISS in the 1970s and inspired generations of rock and metal musicians.

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Even after his years with KISS and later in solo projects, Ace never lost the spark. His influence will forever echo through every power chord, every flying pick, every headphone turned up loud. He wasn’t just a guitarist — he was a rock pioneer, a showman, and a true original.

To Ace — thanks for the music, the madness, and the moments. May your spirit ride forever among the stars.

— The PirateChannel FM


Artist We Play


 

"Wind  Up Working  In A Gas Station"

by  Frank Zappa from the "Zoot Allures" Album 1976 Warner Brothers Records 

Classic Rock Infused With Thought-Provoking Humor

 

Composer, guitarist, singer, and bandleader Frank Zappa was a singular musical tour de force unto himself. Zappa left a lifetime of music with scores of fans globally, spanning decades. “Wind Up Workin' In A Gas Station” from Frank Zappa's 1976 “Zoot Allures” album is yet another great example of Zappa's unique ability to blend thought-provoking social commentary and humor within a rock musical context. This catchy, sarcastic tune instantly had me hooked and became one of my many favorites.

 

As a composer, Zappa's arrangement on this tune was, well... pure Zappa. Frank, who also played bass on the track, Drummer Terry Bozzio  of  "Missing Persons" fame gives a fiery /  groove laden performance on this track. Davey Moiré's falsetto vocals and layered repetitive chorus of the main hook "Wind Up Workin' in a Gas Station," interwoven with Frank's fake German accent line of "Manny de Camper vants to buy some white fish" is pure comedic and musical gold.

 

As to the meaning of the song? It was Zappa's swipe at the American school system, explaining that even with the highest education, many people will still end up with low-paying jobs such as working at a gas station.