Oct 17, 202647 minS4
Season 4, Episode 1, AJ chats with Charlie Abel a longtime fixture in Boston's live music scene, best known for owning Harpers Ferry , the legendary Allston club that became a cornerstone of the city's music community...
About this Podcast:
In 1974, A.J. Wachtel left Springfield, New Jersey for Boston to attend BU, and well frankly he never left. Maintaining the "aggressive, in your face" charm of someone from New Jersey, he has used that tone to cover the Boston Entertainment scene as a music journalist for over 40 years. He is the expert of the Boston scene during the 80s and 90s and if you doubt it, just ask him. AJ has now put down the pen and picked up a mic for his podcast: Wachtelligence. Join AJ and his guests as they talk about the past, present and future of the local & national music industry.
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What is Wachtelligence about?
In 1974, A.J. Wachtel left Springfield, New Jersey for Boston to attend BU, and well frankly he never left. Maintaining the "aggressive, in your face" charm of someone from New Jersey, he has used that tone to cover the Boston Entertainment scene as a music journalist for over 40 years.
What has Wachtelligence covered recently?
Recent episodes include "S4, Episode 1: Charlie Abel: Owning a Club In The Hub" (17 October 2026, 47 minutes), "S3, Episode 12: Vic DeRobertis: Playing Dead, Come Hear Uncle Vic's Band" (27 July 2026, 51 minutes), and "S3, Episode 11: AJ Wachtel: Still Alive and Well" (7 March 2026, 100 minutes).
How often does Wachtelligence publish?
Wachtelligence publishes roughly every few months, with episodes averaging 63 minutes across 46 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Wachtelligence?
Booking probability for Wachtelligence is 32%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Wachtelligence requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Wachtelligence's contact route on record: verified email.
Who should pitch Wachtelligence?
The strongest fits for Wachtelligence are Music & Recording and Artists, Writers & Performers. Wachtelligence has a music audience.
About the host
Wachtelligence is a music podcast with 46 episodes published.
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- Jul 27, 202651 minS3
Season 3, Episode 12. This episode is about "the band beyond description" or at least a band that plays their music. AJ sits down with Vic DeRobertis, founder and guitarist of Playing Dead , New England's premier...
Mar 7, 20261h 40mS3Season 3, Episode 11. A conversation with our host. AJ Wachtel has probably seen more club shows in Boston bars than anyone. As the head writer for BEAT Magazine, and holding ground at Bunrattys, he was out 7 days a...
- Jul 13, 202557 minS3
Season 3, Episode 10. AJ chats with Jerry Portnoy. Legend, one of the highest ranks you can achieve. But when you are the premiere harmonica blues player in the world and can speak of being in both Muddy Waters and Eric...
- May 8, 202558 minS3
Season 3, Episode 9. AJ chats with Billy Bud. As the Production Manager of the historic Paradise Rock Club in Boston, Billy has had a front row seat for some of the greatest shows ever. For over 30 years, Billy has been...
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- Jul 28, 20241h 18mS3
Season 3, Episode 8. AJ chats with David Bieber. There is a great line in a classic George Carlin skit, where he says "… all you need in life, is a little place for your stuff…." But what if your "little place" needs to...
- May 29, 202456 minS3
Season 3, Episode 7, If the voice sounds familiar it is because you have been hearing it on the radio since the early 1970s. AJ chats with Harvey Wharfield about a career that kept him in the Boston Market for over 50...
- May 5, 202455 minS3
Season 3, Episode 6, This Episode is all about Girl Power. As we are honored to have one of the strongest woman voices to emerge from the Boston Music Scene. AJ chats with Liz Borden who led the charge with an all...
- Mar 31, 202453 minS3
Season 3, Episode 5, AJ chats with "Cowboy" Mach Bell. A fixture on the Boston Music Scene since the mid-70s. Initially a Glam Rocker, this lead singer/songwriter has an amazing ability to adapt to the times and the...
- Mar 10, 202449 minS3
Season 3, Episode 4, AJ chats with Cha-Chi Loprete, a native of Cambridge Massachusetts. After seeing The Beatles on the Ed Sullivan show as a youth, he immediately knew his career path would be in music. He started...
Episode #3
S3, Episode 3: Rick Berlin: The Podcast
Feb 18, 20241h 7mS3Season 3, Episode 3, AJ chats with Rick Berlin. A fixture on the Boston music scene since the mid-70s, this Iowa born piano playing songwriter established himself for his visionary writing of theatrical rock n roll...
- Jan 7, 20241h 20mS3
Season 3, Episode 2, AJ chats with Steve Berkowitz. A proud Brighton resident, if there is a job in the music business, this man has performed it: a teenage roadie for Muddy Waters and Chuck Berry, Tour/Co Manager for...
Episode #1
S3, Episode 1: Ray Tabano Gets a Grip
Dec 3, 20231 hourS3Season 3, Episode 1, AJ chats with Ray Tabano. Growing up Ray was best friends with Steven (Tallarico) Tyler. Naturally they started a band with Tyler on drums, and Ray on bass. Eventually he switched to guitar and was...
- Feb 1, 20231h 24mS2
Season 2, Episode 17, AJ chats with Dan Vitale. 2023 marks the 40th Anniversary of the legendary ska band Bim Skala Bim, who have been mashing up dance halls around the world since 1983. Massive respect! Dan as the lead...
- Jan 1, 20231h 13mS2
Season 2, Episode 16, AJ chats with guitarist Cliff Goodwin. From Worcester, Massachusetts, Cliff was one of the first members of the Jon Butcher Axis, before making his name as being Joe Cocker's Musical Director and...
Episode #15
S2, Episode 15: Steve Cataldo: The Nervous Eaters Once An Original Band, Now A Supergroup
Dec 18, 202249 minS2Season 2, Episode 15, AJ chats with Steve Cataldo, David McLean & Adam Sherman, AKA: The Nervous Eaters. Formed in 1973, they are one of the premiere Boston punk bands and a huge influence on the local music scene...
Episode #14
S2, Episode 14: David Hull Is Never Dull
Dec 5, 20221h 19mS2S2, Episode 14: David Hull Is Never Dull Season 2, Episode 14, AJ chats with David Hull. Living in Connecticut in 1970, as a teenager in high school, David is chosen by Buddy Miles to be the bass player in the Buddy...
- Nov 13, 20221h 13mS2
Season 2, Episode 13, AJ chats with Mike Girard, lead singer of The Fools. Formed in Ipswich, MA in the mid 70's, this is the story of a Rock n' Roll band in America, including local radio play, signed to a major label...
- Oct 24, 202254 minS2
Season 2, Episode 12, AJ chats with Sal Baglio. From East Boston comes a legend, the lead singer, songwriter and guitarist of The Stompers has been performing in Boston clubs since the late 70s. Their shows during the...
Episode #11
S2, Episode 11: Chris Doherty: Gang Green's Feisty Frontman Would Still Rather Drink Then ….
Oct 3, 202241 minS2Season 2, Episode 11, AJ chats with Chris Doherty. Chris has been a social media influencer for over 40 years. At 15 years old, this Braintree resident became a founding member of Boston's hardcore punk scene with his...
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