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Top Ten Non-Led Zeppelin Songs by JIMMY PAGE (Stream Highlights)

Wed, 13 May 2026 22:32:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock n' Roll's countdown of the Top Ten Non-Led Zeppelin Songs from Jimmy Page! To do this, we are joined by the host of the "Performance Anxiety" podcast, Marc Shea! In this conversation, we talk about our favorite songs from Jimmy Page's catalog... outside of Led Zeppelin! So our lists include songs from Jimmy's solo albums, The Firm, Coverdale/Page, Page and Plant, Roy Harper, and others!

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Interview with STANLEY KARR of "Wrestling With Heart" (Stream Highlights)

Fri, 01 May 2026 10:00:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with author/podcaster Stanley Karr. Stanley visited our livestream to promote his new book "CHAMPIONS FOR A CAUSE". In this conversation, we talk about what motivated Stanley to launch his podcast, some of the notable pro-wrestlers he's interviewed, and how he put together his new book. We also reviewed WRESTLEMANIA 42, talked about various wrestling events we've attended, and finally counted down our TOP 5 MATCHES from the 'MACHO MAN' RANDY SAVAGE! Our links: https://linktr.ee/playthatpodcast

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LIVE: Top Ten Songs by the STEVE MILLER BAND (Stream Highlights)

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 20:58:00 -0000

Here is the edited version of my debut livestream, in which I am joined by my friend Chris to run through our lists of the Top Ten Songs by the STEVE MILLER BAND. Our links: https://linktr.ee/playthatpodcast

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Ep 108: Interview w/ DEBORA IYALL of ROMEO VOID ("Romeo Void: Live '81 - '85")

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 20:57:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with DEBORA IYALL the lead singer of ROMEO VOID, about the band's new album, "LIVE '81 - '85". "Romeo Void: Live '81 - '85" is being released on vinyl as part of Record Store Day 2026. In this conversation, we talk about some of the most memorable gigs Romeo Void played back in their heyday, and how they picked the tracks that have been included in this collection. Debora also shares her stories of singing on stage alongside Bono from U2, and working with Ric Ocasek in the studio. And we even discuss Debora’s involvement in one of the most notable protest events of the 1960s. Our Links: https://linktr.ee/playthatpodcast

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Ep 109: Interview w/ DEAN DELRAY (Host of "Let There Be Talk")

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 20:57:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with comedian & podcaster DEAN DELRAY. Dean visited the show to discuss his *final* all-star tribute concert to Bon Scott, and his debut comedy special "5836". In this conversation, we talk about Dean's longstanding fandom of Bon Scott and AC/DC, and how that turned into the annual all-star tribute concerts he put together in Los Angeles. He shares several behind-the-scenes stories from this last concert, which includes how he managed to get Gene Simmons from KISS on the bill! We also discuss Dean's debut comedy special "5836" and what keeps him motivated on his long-running podcast, "Let There Be Talk". Our Links: https://linktr.ee/playthatpodcast

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Ep 107: Interview w/ MICHAEL DES BARRES ("POWER MAD: Live at the Spectrum")

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 20:47:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with MICHAEL DES BARRES about the first ever LIVE album from THE POWER STATION, the super-group he fronted in 1985 after original lead singer Robert Palmer stepped away. "POWER MAD: The Power Station Live at the Spectrum" is being released on vinyl as part of Record Store Day 2026. In this conversation, we talk about the wild tour this album is pulled from, what it was like fronting one of the biggest super-groups of the '80s, and what he had to do win over an audience who were expecting someone else. We also discuss a new single he released from an upcoming album he has in the works. Learn more about "POWER MAD: Live at the Spectrum" here: https://recordstoreday.com/SpecialRelease/19967 Our Links: https://linktr.ee/playthatpodcast

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Ep 106: Why I'm Glad There Won't Be a LETHAL WEAPON 5

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -0000

This is my retrospective of the iconic LETHAL WEAPON film franchise, as well as my arguments for why a fifth film is not needed (or wanted!). In this special episode, we talk about what makes these movies work, and why the challenges of making a fifth movie are simply too much to overcome at this point. I have included a clip from my conversations with Mathew Buck (host of the Film Brain YouTube channel), in which Mathew also shares his disinterest in a fifth Lethal Weapon movie. Mathew Buck conversation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=470JrfnM4p4 Our Links: https://linktr.ee/playthatpodcast

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Ep 105: A PODCAST LOOKS AT JIMMY, Part 5: Jimmy Buffett in the Early '90s (1990 - 1996)

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 16:00:00 -0000

"Play That Rock n' Roll" proudly presents the fifth part of a special mini-series that details the incredible life and career of songwriter Jimmy Buffett.

We are joined by my friend Chris to explore Buffett's full studio catalog, track by track. In this episode, we cover the three albums he released during this stretch, in addition to a live album and a Christmas record. We also cover a couple of near-catastrophic experiences Jimmy survived, as well as an unfortunate photo of him that recently surfaced as a result of a US government documents dump.

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Ep 104: A PODCAST LOOKS AT JIMMY, Part 4: Jimmy Buffett in the Late '80s (1985 - 1989)

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0000

"Play That Rock n' Roll" proudly presents the fourth part of a special mini-series that details the incredible life and career of songwriter Jimmy Buffett.

We are joined by my friend Chris to explore Buffett's full studio catalog, track by track. In this episode, we cover the four albums he released during this stretch, the live concert he released on video, and the impressive foray into fiction writing.

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Ep 103: A PODCAST LOOKS AT JIMMY, Part 3: Jimmy Buffett in the Early '80s (1980 - 1984)

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 11:00:00 -0000

"Play That Rock n' Roll" proudly presents the third part of a special mini-series that details the incredible life and career of songwriter Jimmy Buffett.

We are joined by my friend Chris to explore Buffett's full studio catalog, track by track. In this episode, we cover the four albums he released during this stretch, the iconic film soundtracks he was a part of, and the humble launch of the business that would eventually make him his *real money*.

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BONUS: Celebrating Milestones & Talkin' Springsteen with Jesse Jackson (Host of "Set Lusting Bruce: A Bruce Springsteen Fan Podcast")

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 11:00:00 -0000

In this bonus episode, I am joined by podcaster Jesse Jackson to celebrate his tenth anniversary of hosting Set Lusting Bruce: A Bruce Springsteen Fan Podcast (and myself hitting 100 episodes), and then talk about some of the big news for Bruce Springsteen in 2025. Set Lusting Bruce: https://www.facebook.com/SetLustingBruce/ https://cms.megaphone.fm/channel/setlustingbruce https://www.patreon.com/setlustingbruce Our Links: https://linktr.ee/playthatpodcast

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Ep 102: Interview w/ STAN BUSH ("BORN FOR BATTLE" available NOW!)

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 12:35:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with STAN BUSH, the man behind iconic '80s soundtrack anthems like "The Touch", "Dare", "Fight to Survive", and "Never Surrender"! In this conversation, we talk about two of the most important people he works with when recording music, how those collaborations played out on this new album, and what motivates him to record his brand of “motivational rock”. We also discussed his musical roots, which go back to his youth in Gainsville, FL where he played in high school talent shows alongside a young Tom Petty AND the Allman Brothers. Then he told me about the first band he recorded an album with, how he launched his solo career, and since he’ll be playing shows next year – how he puts together his setlists. And as a bonus, he even tells the story of perhaps the goofiest moment of his career. Get "BORN FOR BATTLE" here: https://stanbush.com/store/ Our Links: https://linktr.ee/playthatpodcast

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Ep 101: Interview w/ STU COOK (of CREEDENCE CLEARWATER REVIVAL)

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with STU COOK, legendary bassist of Creedence Clearwater Revival! Stu visited the show to promote an album he recorded (called "JACKDAWG") along with John McFee and Keith Knudson from The Doobie Brothers. In this conversation, we talk about how JACKDAWG got started, their songwriting process, why the album took so long to get a proper release, and how they came up with the name. Stu also tells the stories behind a few of the tracks, and shares his memories of drummer Keith Knudson. We also discuss two major aspects of Stu’s career. The first being his production work on Roky Erickson’s 1980 album “The Evil One”. And then we close the interview with Stu reflecting on his time playing in Creedence Clearwater Revisited, which is how I saw him in concert. Get "JACKDAWG" here: http://www.liberationhall.com/index.php?id_product=387&controller=product Our Links: https://linktr.ee/playthatpodcast

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Ep 100: Interview w/ NICK PRUEHER (co-host of FOUND FOOTAGE FESTIVAL)

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 15:34:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock n' Roll's 100th episode (!), which is an interview with comedian Nick Prueher, the co-host of the Found Footage Festival. We begin this interview by talking about what Nick was doing before the Found Footage Fest, which was mainly working at the Late Show with David Letterman. He tells some great stories about interacting with celebrities like Richard Simmons, Darlene Love, Bruce Willis, and even President Bill Clinton. He also shares his memories of working on the episode that featured Warren Zevon’s legendary final appearance. From there, we move onto what he’s doing now with the Found Footage Festival. He talks about how the show got started, the comedy bits he’s most proud of, and some of the incredible and unique people he’s met by doing this show. And we even dive into the challenges they face when it comes to protecting their intellectual property, as well as the comedic art of video editing. Learn more at https://www.foundfootagefest.com/ Follow Nick on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nick.prueher Our Links: https://linktr.ee/playthatpodcast

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Ep 99: Interview w/ GARY GRAFF (Editor of "501 ESSENTIAL ALBUMS OF THE '80s")

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 16:47:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with Gary Graff, editor of "501 ESSENTIAL ALBUMS OF THE '80s: The Music Fan's Definitive Guide"! In this conversation, we talk about some of the major musical trends of the ‘80s and how Gary felt about them in his early days as a music journalist. And since we had both recently seen Devo on their current tour, Gary shares his review of that show. From there, we dive in on some Classic Rock selections that he wrote the reviews for, specifically albums from Genesis, Steve Winwood, Toto, Night Ranger, Alice Cooper, among others. We also discuss why so many ‘60s artists had comebacks in the ‘80s, and of course I had to ask him about what Bob Seger was up to in that era. Gary on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GaryGraffonMusic Gary on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/graffonmusic.bsky.social Gary on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realgraffonmusic Our Links: https://linktr.ee/playthatpodcast

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BONUS: ROCKNPOD 2025 Recap

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock n' Roll's recap ROCKNPOD 2025 in Nashville, TN. In this video, I discuss how the convention went on Saturday, April 12th, and what I did with my free time on Friday & Sunday. The purpose of this video is to give the listener an idea of what this weekend looks like for an attendee. If you're considering attending ROCKNPOD in the future, this video will hopefully help you make your decision. Please post any questions you have about the event! Our Links: https://linktr.ee/playthatpodcast

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Ep 98: ROCKNPOD 2025: Interviews w/ ROBERT FLEISCHMAN, JEANNE BASONE & TOM ZUTAUT

Tue, 27 May 2025 10:00:00 -0000

This is the final part of Play That Rock n' Roll's coverage of ROCKNPOD 2025, and this episode features three guest interviews. The first is with singer/songwriter ROBERT FLEISCHMAN. The second is with JEANNE BASONE aka "Hollywood" from GLOW. And the third is with A&R man TOM ZUTAUT. In the first conversation, Robert Fleischman talks about his new solo album "Emotional Atlas", and how he channel his emotional pain into a beautiful piece of art. He also discusses the importance of artistic independence, and reflects on his time with Journey. In the second conversation, Jeanne "Hollywood" Basone talks about what's included in her new book, "HOORAY FOR HOLLYWOOD", and how she put it together. In our last conversation, former A&R man Tom Zutaut talks about how he got started in the music business when he was still in high school, what it was like to work alongside David Geffen at Geffen Records, and his opinion on the infamous lawsuit Geffen filed against Neil Young when he was there. Robert Fleischman links: https://www.robertfleischman.com/ https://www.instagram.com/fleischmanrobert.art.music/ Jeanne Basone links: https://jeannebasone.com/ https://www.instagram.com/officialglowhollywood/ Tom Zutaut links: https://www.youtube.com/@CanYouGetMeIn Our Links: https://linktr.ee/playthatpodcast

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Ep 97: ROCKNPOD 2025: Interviews w/ BILLY SHEEHAN & BRIAN FORSYTHE

Tue, 13 May 2025 10:00:00 -0000

This is the second part of Play That Rock n' Roll's coverage of ROCKNPOD 2025, and this episode features two guest interviews. The first is with bass player extraordinaire, BILLY SHEEHAN! The second is with BRIAN "DAMAGE" FORSYTHE, the lead guitarist and founding member of KIX! In the first conversation, Billy Sheehan talks about Mr. Big's final gig, his memories of working with David Lee Roth, and his idea for a Spanish language version of the "Eat 'Em and Smile" album. He also shares some incredible stories from gigs he played with Mr Big. In the second conversation, Brian "Damage" Forsythe talks about KIX's final gig, his memories of recording the "Cool Kids" album, and being friends with Johnny Depp back in the '80s. He also shares some experiences (good and bad) from touring with other big name rock bands. Billy Sheehan Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/billysheehanonbass https://www.facebook.com/p/Billy-Sheehan-100044426979764/ Brian "Damage" Forsythe Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/forsythe.brian https://www.facebook.com/p/Brian-Damage-Forsythe-100057366048165/ Our Links: https://linktr.ee/playthatpodcast

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Ep 96: WARREN ZEVON inducted to the ROCK & ROLL HALL OF FAME | Reactions from George Gruel, Anita Gevinson, & CM Kushins

Wed, 07 May 2025 14:11:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock n' Roll's special FULL TEAM COVERAGE of the announcement stating that WARREN ZEVON is a 2025 inductee for the ROCK & ROLL HALL OF FAME! This roundtable discussion features Chad Kushins (author of NOTHING'S BAD LUCK: The Lives of Warren Zevon), former radio host Anita Gevinson (who wrote about her relationship with Warren in her book, YOU TURN ME ON, I'M A RADIO), and photographer George Gruel (who wrote about his time as Warren's best friend and road manager in his book LAWYERS, GUNS, & PHOTOS). In this episode, we celebrate the news of Warren being inducted and discuss WHY he is deserving of this honor. Chad gives some backstory about why it took so long for Warren to be inducted, while Anita and George tell some hysterical stories about him. Anita also shares her memories of singer/songwriter (and Warren's friend) Jill Sobule, who tragically passed away recently. Finally, we built an "entry point" playlist of Warren Zevon songs for those who are new to his catalog or perhaps are only familiar with "Werewolves of London". Warren Zevon "Starter Pack" Spotify playlist Get NOTHING'S BAD LUCK Get YOU TURN ME ON, I'M A RADIO

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Ep 95: ROCKNPOD 2025: Panel Discussion on "Y&T: ON WITH THE SHOW" | Interview w/ Mark White

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 19:47:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with MARK WHITE, the co-director of the "Y&T: ON WITH THE SHOW" (2019) documentary. This was one of the panel discussions that were held on the Main Stage at ROCKNPOD 2025.

In this conversation, Mark tells us about how he got connected with Y&T, why he wanted to make this documentary, and how he and his co-director Geoff Ganz went about putting it together, which included A LOT of interviews with big name rockstars, and also with original members of the band, several of whom are now sadly no longer with us.

Y&T: ON WITH THE SHOW (2019) is streaming on Amazon Prime: https://www.amazon.com/Y-T-Show-Dave-Meniketti/dp/B08BYLZFYH

Listen to Mark White on his radio show "Rock & Roll Happy Hour with Mark and Frankie J":

https://rockandrollhappyhourwithmarkandfrankiej.podbean.com/

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Ep 94: Interview w/ CM KUSHINS (Author of "BEAST: John Bonham and The Rise of Led Zeppelin")

Mon, 07 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with author C.M. Kushins about his book "BEAST: John Bonham and The Rise of Led Zeppelin".

In this conversation, we talk about why he wanted to write about John Bonham, how Chad navigated the myths and legends that surround Led Zeppelin, and what sets this book apart from all the other biographies about this band. We also discuss the new documentary “Becoming Led Zeppelin” and Chad shares his thoughts about what Zeppelin might have done if Bonham had not tragically passed away when he did.

Also, Chad has a new book that will be released later this year called “COOLER THAN COOL: The Life and Work of Elmore Leonard”. We talk a bit about this one as well.

Learn more at https://www.harperacademic.com/book/9780063306868/cooler-than-cool/

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BONUS: Discussing Jimmy Buffett with Stephanie Myers (Host of Songfacts Podcast)

Fri, 04 Apr 2025 19:40:00 -0000

Here is my full conversation with podcaster Stephanie Myers about her perspective on one of Jimmy Buffett's best albums -- "Son of a Son of a Sailor" (1978). Clips of this conversation were used in Part 2 of "A Podcast Looks at Jimmy" (Play That Rock n' Roll's retrospective on Jimmy Buffett).

A PODCAST LOOKS AT JIMMY, Part 2: Jimmy Buffett in the Late '70s:

https://open.spotify.com/episode/69kkQJCg07FtyyxuD5faDk

Songfacts Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5NyIHFj2Dzu8bZeH80kgJH

https://www.songfacts.com/blog/author/stephanie-myers

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Ep 93: A PODCAST LOOKS AT JIMMY, Part 2: Jimmy Buffett in the Late '70s (1975 - 1979)

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0000

"Play That Rock n' Roll" proudly presents the second part of a special mini-series that details the incredible life and career of songwriter Jimmy Buffett. We are joined by my friend Chris to explore Buffett's full studio catalog, track by track. In this episode, we cover a soundtrack he recorded for a largely-forgotten comedy film, the introduction of the Coral Reefer Band, and a hot streak of hit records that made up the most successful period of his catalog, which included his career-defining hit song "Margaritaville". We also settle, once and for all, the debate over what goes on a proper Cheeseburger in Paradise.

We are also joined by Stephanie Myers from the Songfacts Podcast, as she visits the pod to share some thoughts on her favorite album of Jimmy's, which was released during this era.

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Ep 92: Interview w/ JOHN KINSNER of LABYRINTH IN CONCERT

Mon, 03 Mar 2025 11:00:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with Founder and CEO of Black Ink Presents, John Kinsner! John visited the show to discuss his production, "LABYRINTH IN CONCERT"!

In this conversation, we talk about how John got Black Ink Presents started, and the type of shows they produce, including a very cool story about working with Elton John. Then we dive into Labyrinth In Concert, as he tells us about how that show was conceptualized, the people involved with putting it on, the feedback he’s received from fans and show business insiders, and what fans can expect for this next leg of the tour.

Learn more at https://www.labyrinthinconcert.com/ and https://www.blackinkpresents.com/

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Ep 91: A PODCAST LOOKS AT JIMMY, Part 1: Jimmy Buffett in the Early '70s (1970 - 1974)

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 11:00:00 -0000

"Play That Rock n' Roll" proudly presents the first part of a special mini-series that details the incredible life and career of songwriter Jimmy Buffett. We are joined by my friend Chris to explore Buffett's full studio catalog, track by track. In this episode, we cover his early life as a street musician, the bizarre label that gave him his first record deal, his first five albums, and who he was as an artist in the pre-Margaritaville days. We also discuss an insane story about Jimmy getting on the wrong side of one of the most infamous figures in Southern law enforcement history.

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Ep 90: Interview w/ DAVID PENZER (Author of "SITTING RINGSIDE, Volume 2") ft. AAron Camaro from Decibel Geek podcast

Mon, 27 Jan 2025 10:00:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with former TNA Ring Announcer David Penzer about his new book, "SITTING RINGSIDE, Volume 2: The XWF, TNA and Life After Wrestling". And as an added bonus, we are joined by a special guest co-host: AAron Camaro from the Decibel Geek podcast!

We discuss some of the topics Dave covered in the book, including an infamous confrontation between Rowdy Roddy Piper and Vince Russo, but most of this interview is actually about music!

When Dave was here last time, he mentioned that he is a huge rock music fan and that he’s seen over a thousand concerts. Since we’re a music show, I figured this would be a great opportunity for Dave to share some stories and opinions on various rock and roll topics.

In this conversation, Dave shares some hot takes on bands like KISS, Journey, REO Speedwagon, Styx, Chicago, and even Pablo Cruise. He also talks about his interactions with Gene Simmons and Rickey Medlocke from Lynyrd Skynyrd. Plus he tells us about some of the best concerts he’s ever seen.

Get "SITTING RINGSIDE" at DavidPenzerBook.com

Check out Guy Evans' other books at GuyEvansBooks.com

Decibel Geek Podcast: https://www.decibelgeek.com/

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Ep 89: Interview w/ COREY SPECTOR of MARGARITAS IN PARADISE

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 10:00:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with Corey Spector! Corey visited the show to discuss his Jimmy Buffett tribute show, "MARGARITAS IN PARADISE"!

In this conversation, we talk about what fans can expect at a Margaritas In Paradise show, how they pick the setlist, and what Jimmy’s music means to Corey. He also shares his experiences of seeing Jimmy in concert and visiting the original Margaritaville! Now Corey is also a solo performer with a career outside Margaritas in Paradise as well, so we also discuss how he got into the music business, his favorite songs to perform live, and he even shares some great stories about crossing paths with music legends like James Taylor and Max Weinberg.

Learn more at https://www.coreyspector.com/ and https://tadmgmt.com/

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BONUS: Discussing Bob Seger with Brian Colburn (Host of My Weekly Mixtape Podcast)

Wed, 08 Jan 2025 11:00:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock n' Roll's full conversation with podcaster Brian Colburn about his perspective on two of Bob Seger's best album: "Stranger In Town" (1978) and "Against the Wind" (1980). Clips of this conversation were used in Play That Rock n' Roll's two-part retrospective on Bob Seger.

Part 1: https://cms.megaphone.fm/channel/playthatrocknroll?selected=PAN8621412076

Part 2: https://cms.megaphone.fm/channel/playthatrocknroll?selected=PAN9062366496

Brian's links: https://linktr.ee/myweeklymixtape

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Ep 88: Bob Seger, Part Two: "Rockstar Era" (1980 - 2024)

Tue, 31 Dec 2024 21:31:00 -0000

This is Part TWO of Play That Rock n' Roll's retrospective about the legendary career of BOB SEGER. In this episode, we cover the commercial heyday of the Silver Bullet Band, Bob's foray into the MTV era, and what he has been up to in recent years. We also discuss some major pop culture events Bob passed on, his connections to Miami Vice, and the biggest chart hit of his career.

To give further insight into some of the topics covered, I have included clips from my conversation with music journalist Gary Graff, who co-wrote a book about Bob's early career. I also included a selection of my conversation with Brian Colburn of the My Weekly Mixtape podcast about one of Bob's best albums.

Bob Seger discussion with Gary Graff: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oCOo_qxa0c0

Album discussion with Brian Colburn of My Weekly Mixtape: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fJ8ZYNehCdM

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Ep 87: Bob Seger, Part One: "Early Seger" (1966 - 1979)

Mon, 23 Dec 2024 10:00:00 -0000

This is Part One of Play That Rock n' Roll's retrospective about the legendary career of BOB SEGER. In this episode, we cover the early days of "The Bob Seger System", Bob's breakthrough live album, and the start of one of the best "hot streaks" of releases in Classic Rock history. We also discuss a bizarre parody song Bob recorded in the '60s, what inspired the lyrics of "Turn the Page", and the massive hit song he co-wrote for the Eagles. We will discuss Bob's later years in Part 2.

To give further insight into some of the topics covered, I have included clips from my conversation with music journalist Gary Graf, who co-wrote a book about Bob's early career. I also included a selection of my conversation with Brian Colburn of the My Weekly Mixtape podcast about one of Bob's best albums.

Bob Seger discussion with Gary Graff: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oCOo_qxa0c0

Album discussion with Brian Colburn of My Weekly Mixtape:

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Ep 86: Interview w/ MICHAEL DES BARRES ("IT'S ONLY ROCK N'ROLL" available NOW!)

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 11:00:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with Michael Des Barres! Michael visited the show to discuss new glam rock covers album, "IT'S ONLY ROCK N' ROLL"!

In this conversation, we talk about what drove him to release a new album, and the songs he selected for it. He also shares his memories of being friends with David Bowie, appearing on Miami Vice, and oh yeah, the time he performed with a live **tiger** on stage with him! Plus he teases some ideas for his next project.

Learn more at https://michaeldesbarres.com/

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Ep 85: Interview w/ MIKE REILLY of PURE PRAIRIE LEAGUE ("BACK ON TRACK" available NOW!)

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 11:00:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with Mike Reilly, longtime member and now owner/manager of PURE PRAIRIE LEAGUE! Mike visited the show to discuss the band's first album in nearly twenty years, "BACK ON TRACK"!

In this conversation, we discuss what motivated them to release a new album, the songs they recorded for it, and the surprising backstory of some of those songs! We also talk about PPL’s history with Vince Gill, their iconic “Sad Luke” album artwork, and how a YouTuber from the UK helped introduce their music to a new generation of fans! And somehow, we even ended up talking about what it would take to get Pure Prairie League to play the Sphere in Las Vegas.

Learn more at https://pureprairieleague.com/

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Ep 84: Interview w/ GARY GRAFF ("501 ESSENTIAL ALBUMS OF THE '90s" & "TRAVELIN' MAN")

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 12:00:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with Gary Graff, editor of "501 ESSENTIAL ALBUMS OF THE '90s: The Music Fan's Definitive Guide and the co-author of "TRAVELIN' MAN: On the Road & Behind the Scenes with Bob Seger"!

In this conversation, we discuss both books. First we talk about how the ‘90s book came to be and what makes the albums included here *essential*. Gary also expands on a few Classic Rock albums that he wrote the reviews for, specifically albums from the Eagles, Meat Loaf, John Fogerty, and even the Trans-Siberian Orchestra. The second part of this interview is about Bob Seger. We discuss how TRAVELIN’ MAN got put together and what makes this era of Bob’s career so special. We also discuss why Bob did not make the cut for the ‘90s book, his old-school approach to the music business, and Gary also shares some of his favorite memories of seeing Bob in concert.

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Gary on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realgraffonmusic

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Ep 83: Discussing '80s Horror Movie Soundtracks with JORDAN RUMSEY (aka "CantBuyMe80s")

Mon, 28 Oct 2024 14:45:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with '80 Influencer / Content Creator, Jordan Rumsey aka CantBuyMe80s on Tiktok & Instagram!

In this conversation, we celebrate the Halloween season by counting down the best '80s Horror Movie Soundtracks! We also discuss Jordan's success on social media, and some of her favorite aspects of '80s pop culture.

Jordan's Links: https://msha.ke/cantbuyme80s?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaYCcN-l9aNOMxCIyiWYJ6TuZUtfHNqq76KFq68sYubd6sj6A3jC_aYnlPk_aem_UNPmzCxHLdm67aGxjXxqNw

Jordan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cantbuyme80s_/?hl=en

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Ep 82: Interview w/ MICK STRAWN (Author of "BEHIND THE SCREAMS: The Dream Masters Revealed")

Mon, 14 Oct 2024 12:40:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with Mick Strawn, author of "BEHIND THE SCREAMS: The Dream Masters Revealed"!

In this conversation, Mick's work as a Production Designer on films like A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors, A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: The Dream Master, Breakin' 2: Electric Boogaloo, and Blade! He also talks about working on the music videos for Dokken's "Dream Warriors" and "Are You Ready For Freddy" by the Fat Boys. Plus stories about Steven Seagal, Mark Mothersbaugh (from Devo), and Kris Kristofferson!

Check out Mick's podcast at ‪@dreamwarriorreview7655‬

Mick on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mqmiq3/?hl=en

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Ep 81: Interview w/ SCOTT SHEA (Author of "ALL THE LEAVES ARE BROWN")

Mon, 30 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with Scott Shea, author of "ALL THE LEAVES ARE BROWN: How The Mamas & The Papas Came Together and Broke Apart"!

In this conversation, we talk about why Scott wanted to write a book about The Mamas & The Papas, his research process, what he thinks of each of the original members, and how their story mirrors the story of the 1960’s as a whole.

Learn more at ScottSheaAuthor.com

Performance Anxiety podcast (host by Scott's brother, Marc Shea): https://open.spotify.com/show/1pSUKrV1ZRP9CP3jNiHQmr

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Ep 80: Interview w/ DAVID MORRELL (Author of "FIRST BLOOD", "LAST REVEILLE", etc.)

Thu, 19 Sep 2024 12:30:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with legendary author DAVID MORRELL! David is most well-known for his 1972 debut novel, "FIRST BLOOD", which was adapted into the film starring Sylvester Stallone in 1982. David has also written THE BROTHERHOOD OF THE ROSE, CREEPERS, LAST REVEILLE, and many others. He’s published over 30 books, in addition to several essays, comic books, and non-fiction works as well.

In this conversation, we discussed David’s earliest inspirations, his background in music arrangement, how he developed the First Blood story, his intensive research process for his stories in historical settings like Last Reveille, and how he approached writing the novelizations for the Rambo film sequels. We also discuss an upcoming book from author Nat Segaloff called “The Rambo Report”, which David wrote the Foreword for. That’s a very exciting project that will be released next year.

Learn more at DavidMorrell.net

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Ep 79: Discussing the BEVERLY HILLS COP franchise with MATHEW BUCK (Host of "FILM BRAIN" channel)

Mon, 15 Jul 2024 12:35:00 -0000

To celebrate the release BEVERLY HILLS COP: AXEL F on Netflix, Play That Rock n' Roll is joined by Mathew Buck (Host of the Film Brain YouTube channel) for a conversation about the entire BEVERLY HILLS COP franchise.

In this conversation, we discussed what works in each of the four films (and what doesn't), the long gap between the third and fourth films, and the soundtracks of the first two movies.

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BONUS: Discussing "Born in the USA" with Jesse Jackson (Host of SET LUSTING BRUCE: A Bruce Springsteen Fan Podcast)

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Here is our full conversation with podcaster Jesse Jackson about his perspective on Bruce Springsteen's landmark 1984 album, "Born in the USA". Clips of this conversation were used in Play That Rock n' Roll's retrospective on "Born in the USA".

Full episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oKYwJiDx6I4

Jesse's links: https://linktr.ee/setlustingbruce

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BONUS: Discussing "Born in the USA" with Ryan White (Author of "SPRINGSTEEN: ALBUM BY ALBUM")

Mon, 08 Jul 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Here is our full conversation with author Ryan White about his perspective on Bruce Springsteen's landmark 1984 album, "Born in the USA". Clips of this conversation were used in Play That Rock n' Roll's retrospective on "Born in the USA".

Full episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oKYwJiDx6I4

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Ep 78: BORN IN THE USA: Myths and Misinterpretations

Thu, 04 Jul 2024 11:00:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock 'n Roll's retrospective on Bruce Springsteen's iconic hit song, "BORN IN THE USA". In this special episode, we dive deep into the meaning behind the lyrics in the song, how the song has been misappropriated over the years, it's tenuous connection to the RAMBO film series, and whether or not it's right to describe the song as "patriotic". We also discuss several misconceptions about the Vietnam War, including what started the popular conspiracy theory about American POW's being held in Vietnam after the war had ended.

To give further insight into some of the topics covered, I have included clips from my conversations with Ryan White (author of "SPRINGSTEEN: ALBUM BY ALBUM") and Jesse Jackson (host of SET LUSTING BRUCE: A Bruce Springsteen Fan Podcast).

Ryan White conversation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lIl9RFUuv-4

Jesse Jackson conversation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8E2pnv-KqK0

FIRST TIME REACTION to Patti LaBelle Singing "Born in the USA": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OFonau2AI1Y

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Ep 77: Interview w/ DAVID PENZER (Author of "SITTING RINGSIDE, Volume 1") ft. AAron Camaro from Decibel Geek podcast

Mon, 13 May 2024 10:00:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with former WCW Ring Announcer David Penzer about his new book, "SITTING RINGSIDE, Volume 1: WCW". And as an added bonus, we are joined by a special guest co-host: AAron Camaro from the Decibel Geek podcast!

In this conversation, we discussed why David partnered with Guy Evans to write this book, what bonus features they’ve included, and he also tells some stories about big name wrestling legends like Ric Flair, Hulk Hogan, and Sid Vicious. He also shares some insight into his philosophy on how to be a ring announcer. Plus we even talk about music for a bit!

Get "SITTING RINGSIDE" at DavidPenzerBook.com

Check out Guy Evans' other books at GuyEvansBooks.com

Decibel Geek Podcast: https://www.decibelgeek.com/

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Ep 76: Interview w/ MIKE DETERMAN & TOM ROSY (Directors of "BEHIND THE BUCKET")

Sat, 04 May 2024 15:01:00 -0000

May the 4th be with you!

This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with Mike Determan and Tom Rosy, the co-directors of the new documentary, "BEHIND THE BUCKET".

"Behind the Bucket" is a documentary about the Midwest Garrison of the 501st Legion, which is a community of dedicated Star Wars fans who design and build film-accurate costumes that they wear to conventions and other fan events. They also lend their support by appearing in these costumes at fundraisers and charity events.

In this conversation, we celebrate Star Wars Day by talking about our own fandoms -- when we first saw the films, how we engaged with them as kids, and what about them still impresses us today. Then we discuss their documentary -- how Tom got involved with the 501st, what made them decide to make this film, and how they went about doing it.

Plus they will share some news about its release to streaming and DVD!

Behind the Bucket website: http://behindthebucket.com/

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Ep 75: Interview w/ JOSEPH WOOTEN of the STEVE MILLER BAND

Fri, 19 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with the longtime keyboardist of the Steve Miller Band, JOSEPH WOOTEN!

In this conversation, we talk about how Joseph got started in the music industry, how he joined the Steve Miller Band, what it was like working with the legendary Sonny Charles, and also his memories of longtime bandmate Norton Buffalo, who sadly passed away in 2009. We also discuss the book Joseph published, which is a collection of sayings, observations, and wisdom that he has come up with over the years, and how that has evolved into his mantra of “I Matter! You Matter!”.

Steve Miller Band tour dates: https://www.stevemillerband.com/tour/#/

The Wooten Brothers tour dates: https://www.thewootenbrothers.com/tour-1

I Matter, You Matter non-profit organization: https://imatteryoumatter.com/

Joseph's website: https://josephwooten.com/

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Ep 74: Interview w/ ANITA GEVINSON (Author of "YOU TURN ME ON, I'M A RADIO")

Mon, 11 Mar 2024 08:00:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with author Anita Gevinson about her book "YOU TURN ME ON, I'M A RADIO... My Wild Rock 'N' Roll Life", which includes an account of her relationship with songwriter Warren Zevon.

In this conversation, we talk about why Anita decided to write the book, what it was like watching Warren record the Excitable Boy album with Jackson Browne, and how Warren's concerts changed over the years they were together. We also discuss some of her frustrations about how she and Warren were portrayed in Crystal Zevon's book "I'LL SLEEP WHEN I'M DEAD: The Dirty Life and Times of Warren Zevon".

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Ep 73: Interview w/ C.M. KUSHINS (Author of "NOTHING'S BAD LUCK")

Mon, 12 Feb 2024 09:00:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with author C.M. Kushins about his book NOTHING'S BAD LUCK: The Lives of Warren Zevon".

In this conversation, we talk about why Chad decided to write the book, how he went about doing it, and what he discovered during the research process. We also discuss the backstage politics that have kept Warren Zevon out of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame all these years, as well as Chad's most recent writing project.

Warren Zevon Live Show Archive: https://archive.org/details/WarrenZevon?tab=collection

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Ep 72: Interview w/ DARREN PALTROWITZ (Author of "DLR BOOK: How David Lee Roth Changed the World")

Mon, 05 Feb 2024 12:00:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with author Darren Paltrowitz about his new book "DLR BOOK: How David Lee Roth Changed the World".

In this conversation, we talk about why Darren decided to write the book, the difference between Diamond Dave’s on-stage and off-stage personas, his experiences seeing Dave in concert, and what he does on his podcasts.

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Ep 71: Interview w/ STEVE ROSEN (Author of "TONECHASER: Understanding Edward")

Mon, 29 Jan 2024 12:00:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with author Steve Rosen about his new book "TONECHASER: UNDERSTANDING EDWARD".

In this conversation, we talk about Steve’s career as a music journalist, why he decided to write the book, how he put it together, what Eddie was like as a friend, and what David Lee Roth was like out of the spotlight.

Learn more at https://www.tonechaserbook.com/

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Ep 70: Molly Hatchet, Part Two: The Current Lineup (1990 - 2024)

Mon, 22 Jan 2024 12:00:00 -0000

This is Part Two of Play That Rock n' Roll's retrospective about the legendary Southern Rock band, Molly Hatchet. In this episode, we cover the latter days of the band, their new direction under guitarist Bobby Ingram, and what they are up to today. We also discuss their turn towards heavier "Southern metal" music in the 2000s, the lead singers that took over for Danny Joe Brown, and even the band's controversial relationship with the confederate flag. We also pay tribute to all of the men who played in this band that are no longer with us today.

To give further insight into some of the topics covered, I have included clips from conversation with Kerrang! magazine writer Xavier Russell, who covered Molly Hatchet extensively in the early '80s.

Molly Hatchet discussion with Xavier Russell: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hCDadvUmjl4

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Ep 69: Molly Hatchet, Part One: The Original Lineup (1978 - 1990)

Tue, 02 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0000

This is Part One of Play That Rock n' Roll's retrospective about the legendary Southern Rock band, Molly Hatchet. In this episode, we cover the early days of the band, their connections to Lynyrd Skynyrd, and how they broke through with "Flirtin' with Disaster". We also discuss why lead singer Danny Joe Brown left for a solo career in the early '80s, how the band carried on without him, what brought them all back together, and how the original lineup of the band closed out the decade. We will discuss the band's rebirth and current status in Part 2.

To give further insight into some of the topics covered, I have included clips from conversation with Kerrang! magazine writer Xavier Russell, who covered Molly Hatchet extensively in the early '80s.

Molly Hatchet discussion with Xavier Russell: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hCDadvUmjl4

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Ep 68: Interview w/ BRITT LIGHTNING of VIXEN

Mon, 11 Dec 2023 15:25:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with lead guitarist of Vixen, BRITT LIGHTNING!

In this conversation, we talk about what inspired her to get into the music industry, how she joined Vixen, her favorite gig memories, and how she puts her own unique spin on established Vixen tracks in concert. We also discuss Vixen's new single "RED", as well as their future plans for more new music in 2024.

Britt's website: https://www.brittlightning.com/

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Ep 67: Interview w/ XAVIER RUSSELL (KERRANG! Magazine)

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 12:00:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with rock journalist and former writer at KERRANG! Magazine, Xavier Russell!

In this conversation, we discussed how he started as a music journalist, his time at KERRANG! Magazine in the '80s & '90s, and his memories of his fellow rock journalist Malcolm Dome. He also shares some incredible stories about his interactions with Metallica, AC/DC, Journey, Bryan Adams, and others!

Copies of Xavier's book "METALLICA: A Visual Documentary" are available on eBay.

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Ep 66: Interview w/ BEBE BUELL (Author of "REBEL SOUL") | ft. Abigail Devoe of Vinyl Monday

Mon, 20 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with Singer, Model, & Author BEBE BUELL! Bebe returned to the show to promote her book, "REBEL SOUL: Musings, Music, & Magic". And as an added bonus, we are joined by a special guest co-host: Abigail Devoe from VINYL MONDAY!

In this conversation, we discussed what went into the book (in presentation and content!), what it was like working with Rick Derringer on her 1981 debut EP, her favorite songs to play in concert, and her advice for young women getting started in the music industry.

Find Bebe Buell online at: https://www.bebebuell.org/

Get "REBEL SOUL" and the re-issue of "COVERS GIRL" from HoZac Records

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Ep 65: Interview w/ MARK FARNER ("ROCK 'N' ROLL SOUL: LIVE 1989" available NOW!)

Fri, 10 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with Vocalist, Guitarist, and Songwriter MARK FARNER! Mark visited the show to promote his new album, "ROCK 'N' ROLL SOUL: Live 1989". In this conversation, we discussed how this new project came to be, how he felt being mentioned as one of Homer Simpson's favorite artists, and how religious fundamentalists used to protest his concerts... despite the fact that Mark is a Christian himself! Also, since this is being posted on Veterans Day weekend, Mark talks about his experience working on behalf of veterans and their families.

Find Mark Farner online at: https://markfarner.com/

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Ep 64: Interview w/ RIK EMMETT of TRIUMPH (Author of "LAY IT ON THE LINE")

Mon, 30 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with Vocalist, Guitarist, and Songwriter of TRIUMPH, Rik Emmett! Rik visited the show to promote his new book, "LAY IT ON THE LINE: A Backstage Pass to Rock Star Adventure, Conflict, and TRIUMPH". In this conversation, we his discussed his writing process, the other memoirs he read in preparation for writing his, and also a very funny story from one of his gigs. We also talk about two big topics in Triumph’s history – the impact MTV had on them as a band, and also their legendary performance on Heavy Metal Day at the 1983 US Festival.

Find Rik Emmett online at: https://www.rikemmett.com/

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Ep 63: Interview w/ MARK LARSEN ("FREE FALLIN - The Tom Petty Concert Experience")

Tue, 19 Sep 2023 17:12:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview Band Leader, Founder, and Drummer for FREE FALLIN - The Tom Petty Concert Experience, Mark Larsen! In this conversation, we discuss how he put the band together, why they chose to celebrate the music of Tom Petty, Mark's favorite selections from Tom's catalog, some interesting gig memories, and what makes their "Tom Petty Concert Experience" so special. We also discuss their upcoming show at the South Milwaukee Performing Arts Center.

Find FREE FALLIN online at: https://www.freefallin.us

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Ep 62: Interview w/ GARY KROEGER (Formerly of "SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE" and Host of "THE GARY AND KENNY SHOW")

Tue, 11 Jul 2023 09:00:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with former Saturday Night Live castmember and writer, Gary Kroeger! In this conversation, we discuss his memories of some of the legendary artists that appeared on SNL as the musical guests, including Queen, The Clash, Robert Plant, Stevie Nicks, Tom Petty, Tina Turner and others. We talk about what it was like working on the show back in those days, how Gary felt (as a Beatlemaniac) when Ringo Starr hosted the show, and also his spot-on impression of Bruce Springsteen. We then discuss what Gary does on his podcast, The Gary and Kenny Show!

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Find Gary online at: https://www.garyhasissues.com/

Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with Ken Ceizler (Gary's co-host):

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iP94sFA7-9A

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Ep 61: "Excitable Boys" Part 4: Warren Zevon in the 2000's

Fri, 23 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0000

"Play That Rock n' Roll" proudly presents the fourth and final part of a special mini-series that details the incredible life and career of songwriter Warren Zevon. We are joined by my friend Chris to explore Zevon's full studio catalog, broken down by decade. In this episode, we cover Warren's three studio albums from the 2000's, how he faced his terminal cancer diagnosis, his memorable final appearance on David Letterman's show, and how his rockstar contemporaries rallied around him for his final project, and also a tribute album for him after he passed away in September 2003.

Listen to Joe's appearance on the Set Lusting Bruce podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3xU1OjnyWqsGK08MgYWV8Y

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Ep 60: Wang Chung (Retrospective)

Mon, 15 May 2023 01:00:00 -0000

For Play That Rock n' Roll's 60th episode, we are taking a look back at the full discography and career of the '80s New Wave band Wang Chung. In this episode, we cover their early days as "Huang Chung", their rise to pop stardom, their various high-profile soundtrack appearances, and what caused the band to go on hiatus for several years. We also discuss lead singer Jack Hues' side project with Tony Banks (from Genesis), the time they performed Nelly's "Hot In Herre" on national TV, and what the band is up to today.

To give further insight into some of the topics covered, I have inserted clips of my 2021 interview with Wang Chung lead singer Jack Hues at relevant points.

My 2021 Interview with Jack Hues: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WmHG-EWRp14

Aerosmith's Disastrous 2009 Tour: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ezwnEHJRn

Follow Jack Hues on Twitter: https://twitter.com/JackHues1

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Ep 59: "Excitable Boys" Part 3: Warren Zevon in the 1990's

Wed, 26 Apr 2023 11:00:00 -0000

"Play That Rock n' Roll" proudly presents the third part of a special mini-series that details the incredible life and career of songwriter Warren Zevon. We are joined by my friend Chris to explore Zevon's full studio catalog, broken down by decade. In this episode, we cover Warren's 1989 sci-fi concept album, a collection of demos he recorded with R.E.M., his two '90s studio releases, and an acoustic life album... all of which contributed to the most commercially barren stretch of Warren's career.

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Ep 58: Interview w/ ABIGAIL DEVOE (Host of ”VINYL MONDAY”)

Fri, 14 Apr 2023 09:00:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with YouTuber Abigail Devoe about her channel, "VINYL MONDAY". In this conversation, we discuss how Vinyl Monday came to be and also how she became such a fan of Classic Rock. We talk about her production and fashion, and also her impressive vinyl collection. She then talks about her admiration for women like Pattie Boyd and Pamela des Barres, and she also shares her thoughts on Eric Clapton. Finally, we conclude with a look at some of the Record Store Day 2023 releases that have caught our attention, and she tells us about what RSD means to her.

Find Abby online at: https://www.reallifelayla.com/

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Ep 57: Interview w/ Producer MARK HOWARD (Author of ”RECORDING ICONS / CREATIVE SPACES”)

Fri, 31 Mar 2023 10:00:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with producer (and author!) Mark Howard about his new book, "RECORDING ICONS / CREATIVE SPACES: The Creative World of Mark Howard". In this conversation, we talk about how he put this book together and what got him started in photography. We talk about his work with Bob Dylan and Daniel Lanois on Dylan's "Oh Mercy" and "Time Out of Mind" albums. He tells us about working with Neil Young on his 2010 "Le Noise" album, and he also shares stories about his recording sessions with Robert Plant, Iggy Pop, and Tom Waits.

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Ep 56: ROCKNPOD 2023 ROUND-UP (Interviews w/ Bebe Buell, Mick Strawn, & HOLLYWOOD from GLOW!)

Fri, 24 Mar 2023 02:24:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock n' Roll's full round-up of our activities at ROCKNPOD 2023 in Nashville, TN! We open the show with a recap of our weekend, and then we get into our special guest interviews! First is an interview with Jeanne Basone aka HOLLYWOOD from GLOW (Gorgeous Ladies Of Wrestling). In this conversation, Hollywood talks about her time in GLOW, her thoughts on some of WWF's female talent, and her appearance on the sitcom "Married... with Children". We also discuss Hulk Hogan's use of the "Hollywood" moniker in the late '90s, and she even recites one of her old-school GLOW entrance RAPS!

Next up is a hysterical conversation with production designer and author Mick Strawn. Mick tells some absolutely hilarious stories about working on movies like "RUNAWAY TRAIN" (1985) and "BREAKIN' 2: ELECTRIC BOOGALOO" (1984).

And finally, we sat down with the legendary Bebe Buell! Bebe talks about her new book "Rebel Soul" and the re-issue of her first EP "Covers Girl", both of which are being released through her new label HOZAC RECORDS . We discuss her musical partnership with Ric Ocasek, the sexism she has endured throughout her whole career, and also her unheralded (but essential!) role in kickstarting the mid-80s supergroup THE POWER STATION.

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Ep 55: Interview w/ BOBBIE BROWN (Author of ”DIRTY ROCKER BOYS”)

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 10:00:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with author Bobbie Jean Brown, about her book, "DIRTY ROCKER BOYS: Love and Lust on the Sunset Strip". In this conversation, we talk about how she wrote the book, how it was received when she released it in 2013, and how she has since helped other women the industry take steps to share their stories. We also talk about her appearances on shows like "Married... with Children", and she even tells us what it's like to host an informercial. We wrap up with a candid conversation about her recent work as a stand up comedian, and also a lingering question about the most shocking story she included in DIRTY ROCKER BOYS.

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Ep 54: ”Excitable Boys” Part 2: Warren Zevon in the 1980’s

Fri, 24 Feb 2023 04:02:00 -0000

"Play That Rock n' Roll" proudly presents the second part of a special mini-series that details the incredible life and career of songwriter Warren Zevon. We are joined by my friend Chris to explore Zevon's full studio catalog, broken down by decade. In this episode, we cover Warren's recent nomination to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, the three studio albums he released in the '80s, his raucous "Stand in the Fire" live album, his music partnership with R.E.M., his friendship with David Letterman, and how he finally achieved sobriety.

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Ep 53: Interview w/ GUY EVANS (Author of ”NITRO” | Co-Author of ”GRATEFUL”)

Wed, 01 Feb 2023 12:00:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock n' Roll's interview with author Guy Evans, about his book, "NITRO: The Incredible Rise and Inevitable Collapse of Ted Turner's WCW". We also discuss his new book "GRATEFUL", which he wrote with Eric Bischoff. In this conversation, we talk about what made him want to write a book about professional wrestling, what sort of research is required for a project like this, how he avoided the common narratives that surround WCW, and a rather bizarre aspect of WCW's music library. We also talk about why he decided to work with Eric Bischoff and how they collaborated on the new book, "GRATEFUL".

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Ep 52: ”Excitable Boys” Part 1: Warren Zevon in the 1970’s

Thu, 26 Jan 2023 03:14:00 -0000

"Play That Rock n' Roll" proudly presents the first part of a special mini-series that details the incredible life and career of songwriter Warren Zevon. We are joined by my friend Chris to explore Zevon's full studio catalog, broken down by decade. In this episode, we cover Warren's early days in a '60s folk duo, his time with the Everly Brothers, the three albums he released in the 1970's, and his signature radio pop single, "Werewolves of London". We also talk about Warren's struggles with alcoholism and drug abuse, which nearly derailed his career.

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Ep 51: Interview w/ JOE MATERA (Author of ”BACKSTAGE PASS”)

Mon, 26 Dec 2022 11:00:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock'n'Roll's interview with music journalist Joe Matera, about his new book, "BACKSTAGE PASS: The Grit and the Glamour". Joe has previously been published in magazines like Guitar World, Guitar Player, Metal Edge, Goldmine, and others. His new book is an anthology of stories from his time working as a music journalist, and it includes interactions with some legendary figures in rock history. In this conversation, we talk about his career as a music journalist, what his goals for an interview are, and his interactions with rock legends like Lemmy Kilmister (from Motorhead), Steve Lukather (from Toto), Steve Howe & Rick Wakeman (from Yes) and even Sir George Martin (producer for The Beatles).

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Ep 50: Ronnie Spector (Retrospective)

Mon, 19 Dec 2022 04:00:00 -0000

For Play That Rock n' Roll's 50th (!!) episode, we are joined by Jordan Runtagh from iHeartMedia to discuss the incredible life and career of Ronnie Spector. We cover her early days with the fabulous Ronettes, her marriage to (and subsequent escape from) Phil Spector, the struggles she faced as a solo artist, her big '80s comeback with Eddie Money, and how she would finally be recognized properly as the "Queen of Rock and Roll" in later years. Jordan joins the pod to share his insight on Ronnie's discography and to talks about his experience of interviewing her in person.

You can read some of Jordan's articles about Ronnie here:

https://people.com/music/ronnie-spector-everything-to-know-rock-survivor/

https://people.com/music/ronnie-spector-husband-reflects-on-her-legacy-ahead-of-memoir/

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Ep 49: Talkin’ HALLOWEEN Tunes w/ Stephanie & Stephanie (Building a Halloween Playlist)

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 11:00:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock'n'Roll's first-ever HALLOWEEN SPECIAL, in which we are joined by Stephanie Peña and Stephanie Myers from the "Stephanie & Stephanie Talk Tunes" podcast! In this episode, we count down some of our favorite horror-themed tracks in order to build the perfect Halloween playlist. We also have a laugh at a recent Daryl Hall interview.

Playlist of all songs discussed in this episode: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbYeH0kj2qLkWJQeirukVpPYsOFeEOdAr

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Ep 48: Interview w/ AUSTIN TRUNICK (Author of ”CANNON FILM GUIDE, VOL. II”) - PART TWO

Thu, 29 Sep 2022 11:45:00 -0000

This is the second part of Play That Rock'n'Roll's NEW 2022 interview with author Austin Trunick, which is a discussion about his NEW book, "The Cannon Film Guide, Volume II (1985 - 1987)". In this part of the interview, we discuss RUNAWAY TRAIN, which is considered Cannon's best film, all of the controversies around the Chuck Norris movie THE DELTA FORCE, how Cannon convinced Sylvester Stallone to work with them on OVER THE TOP, and an update on "CANNON FILM GUIDE, VOL. III".

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Ep 47: Interview w/ AUSTIN TRUNICK (Author of ”CANNON FILM GUIDE, VOL. II”) - PART ONE

Mon, 26 Sep 2022 10:00:00 -0000

This is the first part of Play That Rock'n'Roll's NEW 2022 interview with author Austin Trunick, which is a discussion about his NEW book, "The Cannon Film Guide, Volume II (1985 - 1987)". In this first part of the interview, we discuss where Cannon Films was in 1985, the trilogy of movies Cannon made with horror director Tobe Hooper, a largely-forgotten film called "Thunder Alley", and the "American Ninja" series.

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Ep 46: Interview w/ MICHAEL JAHNZ (”Richrath Project 3:13”)

Mon, 29 Aug 2022 11:00:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock'n'Roll's interview with Michael Jahnz, the founder/vocalist/frontman for Richrath Project 3:13. Richrath Project 3:13 is a band that honors and celebrates the late Gary Richrath, who was a songwriter and guitarist in REO Speedwagon. Michael was the vocalist for Gary's solo band starting in the late '80s, and more recently he has released a new album with this band called "L.A. Is Mine". In this interview, we discuss how Michael met and started working with Gary Richrath, their 1992 album "Only the Strong Survive", Gary’s songwriting process, the band’s new album “L.A. Is Mine”, and how they tackle the modern challenges that come with touring and promoting a new record.

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Ep 45: Interview w/ HOWARD SOUNES (Author of ”DOWN THE HIGHWAY: THE LIFE OF BOB DYLAN”)

Tue, 19 Jul 2022 04:47:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock'n'Roll's interview with Howard Sounes, the author of "DOWN THE HIGHWAY: THE LIFE OF BOB DYLAN", which has a New Updated edition that brings the reader up to Bob's 80th birthday. In this interview, we discuss the challenges Howard faced when he originally wrote the book, Howard's interactions with the notorious William Zanzinger, and how he discovered Bob had been secretly married in the 1980's. We also talk about his thoughts on Bob’s most recent output, his war of words with fellow Dylan author Clinton Heylin, and what Bob’s music still means to him today.

BBC 4's "The Lonesome Death of Hattie Carroll" (2010): https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/b00s77wp

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Ep 44: “Dylan Through the Decades” Part 6: Bob Dylan in the 2010’s

Thu, 14 Jul 2022 16:07:00 -0000

"Play That Rock'n'Roll" proudly presents the sixth and final part of our special mini-series that details the incredible life and career of the one and only Bob Dylan. We are joined by my friend Chris to explore Dylan's full studio catalog, broken down by decade. In this episode, we cover Bob's 2012 album "Tempest", his numerous high profile awards from prestigious organizations, his trilogy of "standards" covers records, and his 2020 return with "Rough and Rowdy Ways". We also discuss a recent local controversy involving one of Bob's songs, and we reflect on how our various opinions about Bob and his music evolved over the course of this mini-series. Thank you to everyone who tuned in!

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Ep 43: Interview w/ JOHN PAYNE (”ASIA Featuring John Payne”)

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 20:56:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock'n'Roll's interview with John Payne, the vocalist/bassist/frontman for ASIA Featuring John Payne. John came on the show to promote his new tour that celebrates both the 40th Anniversary of Asia's 1982 debut album and the 30th Anniversary of 1992's "Aqua", which was John's first album with Asia. In this interview, we discuss the new tour, what these two albums mean to him personally, his experience recording "Aqua", the songs he is most looking forward to playing, how he is designing the setlist, and what fans can look forward to this summer. John also shares some memories of his friend, Tony Lewis. Tony Lewis was the frontman of The Outfield and he passed away unexpectedly in 2020. Tony and John had played together and become close friends in Tony's last years.

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Ep 42: Interview w/ KEN CEIZLER (Former Director at MTV and Host of ”THE GARY & KENNY SHOW”)

Tue, 31 May 2022 13:37:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock'n'Roll's interview with Ken Ceizler, a former Director and VP of Production at MTV, and the current host of "The Gary & Kenny Show". Ken came on the show to share his memories of working at MTV in it's golden '80s era, and also talk about what he does on "The Gary & Kenny Show". In this interview, we discuss how he got the job at MTV, what he did during his time there, the documentaries he produced for artists like Asia, Hall & Oates, and Bruce Springsteen, his memories of MTV Awards shows, and why he eventually left MTV at the end of the '80s. We also discuss the podcast he currently co-hosts with former Saturday Night Live cast member Gary Kroeger, "The Gary & Kenny Show".

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Ep 41: Interview w/ KOFI BAKER (Drummer for THE MUSIC OF CREAM)

Mon, 23 May 2022 14:18:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock'n'Roll's interview with Kofi Baker, the drummer for The Music of Cream. Kofi came on the show to promote his new tour (with guitarist Will Johns) that celebrates "Disraeli Gears and Clapton Classics". In this interview, we discuss the new tour, how he stays healthy while on the road, why the band added Eric Clapton songs to the show, his favorite music from his father's (Ginger Baker) discography, why Malcolm Bruce (Jack's son) is no longer with the band, and the sad realities of how Ginger was exploited in his final years.

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Ep 40: Interview w/ JESSE FINK (Author of ”BON: THE LAST HIGHWAY”)

Tue, 17 May 2022 04:20:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock'n'Roll's interview with Jesse Fink, the author of "BON: THE LAST HIGHWAY", which has a new UPDATED edition being released on May 31, 2022. In this interview, Jesse returns to the show to discuss some new revelations in the updated edition, his extensive research process, some of the people interviewed for this book, what Bon Scott might have done in the MTV era, and the insane backlash Jesse has received from "Bonfest" and other overly-defensive fans for daring to challenge the official story about Bon's death.

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Ep 39: Interview w/ PRESCOTT NILES of THE KNACK (”LIVE AT THE HOUSE OF BLUES” out on RECORD STORE DAY 2022)

Tue, 19 Apr 2022 13:41:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock'n'Roll's interview with Prescott Niles, the bassist for The Knack. Prescott came on the show to promote The Knack's new live album, "LIVE AT THE HOUSE OF BLUES", which is being released as part of Record Store Day 2022. In this interview, we discuss the new album, as well as Prescott's stories about interacting with Bruce Springsteen, Jimi Hendrix, George Harrison, and other big name rock stars. We also dive into how The Knack proceeded in the aftermath of the monster success from "My Sharona" and how the band broke up. We then cover the Knack's connection to "Weird Al" Yankovic, and their 2005 appearance on the tv show "Hit Me Baby One More Time". Finally, Prescott concludes with some reflections on how "My Sharona" still affects him today.

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Ep 38: Interview w/ HEATH HOLLAND (Host of CEREAL AT MIDNIGHT)

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 04:10:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock'n'Roll's interview with YouTuber Heath Holland, who hosts a series called "Cereal at Midnight". In this interview, we talk about what sort of content he produces for "Cereal at Midnight", his perspectives on collecting physical media, his appreciation for Elvis Presley, and some of the pop culture locations he has visited on his show.

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Ep 37: Interview w/ STEPHANIE CALVERT (formerly of Starship ft. Mickey Thomas) - PART TWO

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 14:20:00 -0000

This is Part 2 of Play That Rock'n'Roll's interview with vocalist Stephanie Calvert (formerly of STARSHIP ft. Mickey Thomas). Stephanie sang with Starship from 2006 - 2021. In this interview, we talk about her experience recording on 2013's "Loveless Fascination" album, the band's social media struggles, and why she is no longer with Starship.

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Ep 36: Interview w/ STEPHANIE CALVERT (formerly of Starship ft. Mickey Thomas) - PART ONE

Wed, 16 Mar 2022 14:04:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock'n'Roll's interview with vocalist Stephanie Calvert (formerly of STARSHIP ft. Mickey Thomas). Stephanie sang with Starship from 2006 - 2021. In this interview, we talk about her joining the band, her performances with Raiding the Rock Vault and Mondays Dark, how Grace Slick influenced her, her favorite songs to perform, Starship’s best and worst gigs, and the tragic passing of Starship guitarist Mark Abrahamian.

Part Two will be posted soon, and that will cover her experience recording on 2013's "Loveless Fascination" and why she is no longer with Starship.

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Ep 35: Starship & Mickey Thomas (Retrospective)

Thu, 10 Mar 2022 21:12:00 -0000

This is the third (and final) part of our special trilogy of episodes about the Jefferson Airplane "Family Tree", in which I will cover every principle artist and band involved in the Jefferson Airplane/Jefferson Starship/Starship orbit. Today we will take a look back at the original run of Starship, as well as Mickey Thomas' solo career. I also discuss the later-era solo releases from original Jefferson Airplane vocalist Marty Balin.

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Ep 34: “Dylan Through the Decades” Part 5: Bob Dylan in the 2000’s

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 04:24:04 -0000

"Play That Rock'n'Roll" proudly presents the fifth part of a special mini-series that details the incredible life and career of the one and only Bob Dylan. We are joined by my friend Chris to explore Dylan's full studio catalog, broken down by decade. In this episode, we cover Bob's appearance in the film "Masked and Anonymous", his four studio releases (including the Christmas album!), his Sirius/XM radio program, our experiences of seeing him in concert for the first time, and a bizarre story that involved Bob having a run-in with the New Jersey police.

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Ep 33: Jefferson Starship (Retrospective)

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 04:17:00 -0000

This is the second part of a special trilogy of episodes about the Jefferson Airplane "Family Tree", in which I will cover every principle artist and band involved in the Jefferson Airplane/Jefferson Starship/Starship orbit. Today we will take a look back at the original run of the Jefferson Starship, as well as what they're up to today. I will also cover a handful of solo albums from founding members Paul Kantner, Grace Slick, and Marty Balin.

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Ep 32: “Dylan Through the Decades” Part 4: Bob Dylan in the 1990’s

Wed, 15 Dec 2021 05:31:00 -0000

"Play That Rock'n'Roll" proudly presents the fourth part of a special mini-series that details the incredible life and career of the one and only Bob Dylan. We are joined by my friend Chris to explore Dylan's full studio catalog, broken down by decade. In this episode, we cover Bob's appearance in the film "Hearts of Fire", the notorious "Under the Red Sky" album, his second go-round with the Traveling Wilburys, the 30th anniversary concert, his pair of acoustic roots records, and his late-era masterpiece, "Time Out of Mind".

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Ep 31: Interview w/ KEITH MILES (Author of ”BOB DYLAN IN LONDON” and ”BOB DYLAN IN THE BIG APPLE”)

Fri, 19 Nov 2021 06:19:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock'n'Roll's interview with author Keith Miles about his books, "BOB DYLAN IN LONDON" and "BOB DYLAN IN THE BIG APPLE". In this interview, we discuss how this project came to be and dive into some of the famous stories from Bob’s time in London in the ‘60s, like his infamous on-camera argument with folk-singer Donovan and the time he was called a “Judas” for going electric. We discuss Bob’s return to London in the early ‘90s for the World Gone Wrong album, and then we move to New York for a few stories, like his legendary 1984 appearance on Late Night with David Letterman with the punk rock band the Plugz.

Signed copies of BOB DYLAN IN THE BIG APPLE available here: https://www.bobdylanisis.com/product/bob-dylan-in-the-big-apple-troubadour-tales-in-new-york/

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Ep 30: Interview w/ JESSE FINK and LUIS NAVIA (Authors of ”PURE NARCO”)

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 05:36:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock'n'Roll's interview with authors Jesse Fink and Luis Navia about their book, "PURE NARCO". In this interview, we discuss how this project came to be and the research involved in a project like this. Then Luis talks about how drug smuggling actually works, and how this industry affected Latin American politics and culture during the Cold War as it does today. Plus we cover Hollywood’s portrayal of drug smuggling, and also Luis shares his insight on some notorious figures like Pablo Escobar, Manuel Noriega, and Che Guevara.

For more info about PURE NARCO:

https://jessefinkbooks.com

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Ep 29: “Dylan Through the Decades” Part 3: Bob Dylan in the 1980’s

Tue, 02 Nov 2021 00:29:00 -0000

"Play That Rock'n'Roll" proudly presents the third part of a special mini-series that details the incredible life and career of the one and only Bob Dylan. We are joined by my friend Chris to explore Dylan's full studio catalog, broken down by decade. In this episode, we cover Bob's Gospel records, his appearances at high profile charity events, his faltering album sales, and the late '80s revival he had due to the Traveling Wilburys and a strong comeback record.

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Ep 28: Interview w/ JACK HUES of WANG CHUNG (New album ”ELECTRO-ACOUSTIC WORKS 20:20”)

Fri, 15 Oct 2021 13:51:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock'n'Roll's interview with recording artist JACK HUES (from WANG CHUNG), which is a discussion about his new album, "ELECTRO-ACOUSTIC WORKS 20:20". In this interview, we discuss the process of recording the new album, the album's single and music video, and Jack's future solo plans. We also cover some of the media that has featured WANG CHUNG music over the years (To Live & Die in LA, Walking Dead, Vice City, Michelob, etc.), the time Jack sang Nelly's "Hot in Herre" on national TV, and what music inspires him still to this day.

For more info about Jack Hues and his album:

https://www.jackhues.com/

https://jackhues.bandcamp.com/

https://www.wangchung.com/

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Ep 27: Jefferson Airplane & Hot Tuna (Retrospective)

Sun, 03 Oct 2021 20:54:00 -0000

This is the first of a special trilogy of episodes about the Jefferson Airplane "Family Tree", in which I will cover every principle artist and band involved in the Jefferson Airplane/Jefferson Starship/Starship orbit. Today we will kick off this retrospective by exploring the original run of the Jefferson Airplane (as well as their late '80s comeback), and also the studio releases from Hot Tuna, which was the offshoot group formed by Airplane members Jack Cassidy and Jorma Kaukonen. We also discuss a handful of solo albums from Airplane members Paul Kantner, Grace Slick, and Marty Balin.

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Ep 26: “Dylan Through the Decades” Part 2: Bob Dylan in the 1970’s

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 13:40:00 -0000

"Play That Rock'n'Roll" proudly presents the first part of a special mini-series that details the incredible life and career of the one and only Bob Dylan. We are joined by my friend Chris to explore Dylan's full studio catalog, broken down by decade. In this episode, we cover Bob's return to touring, his tumultuous personal life, and his exploration of faith during the 1970's.

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Ep 25: Interview w/ CARRIE STEVENS (Author of "UNRATED: Revelations of a Rock 'n' Roll Centerfold")

Mon, 21 Jun 2021 15:16:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock'n'Roll's interview with author Carrie Stevens about her book, "UNRATED: Revelations of a Rock 'n' Roll Centerfold". In this interview, we discuss how she designed the book's presentation, her complicated feelings about Gene Simmons & Paul Stanley, her work with Playboy magazine, the music video she made with Third Eye Blind, her friendship with David Lee Roth, and the abusive relationship she had with former NFL quarterback John Elway.

For more info about UNRATED: Revelations of a Rock 'n' Roll Centerfold: https://carriestevens.com/

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Ep 24: "Dylan Through the Decades" Part 1: Bob Dylan in the 1960's

Fri, 11 Jun 2021 23:55:00 -0000

"Play That Rock'n'Roll" proudly presents the first part of a special mini-series that details the incredible life and career of the one and only Bob Dylan. We are joined by my friend Chris to explore Dylan's full studio catalog, broken down by decade. In this first episode, we cover Bob's early years and glory years of the tumultuous 1960's.

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Ep 23: John Kay & Steppenwolf (Retrospective)

Thu, 20 May 2021 03:49:00 -0000

Get your motor runnin'... for John Kay and Steppenwolf, in our longest (and most epic) episode yet! In this episode, I discuss the band behind iconic '60s hits "Born to Be Wild" and "Magic Carpet Ride", and all the incredible (but often overlooked!) music that came after them. John Kay led Steppenwolf through a 50 year recording/touring career that included all sorts of ups and downs - a truly remarkable story. Plus, LOTS of great music in this one!

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Ep 22: Sampling Rockstar Beers (Iron Maiden, Megadeth, Grateful Dead, Miles Davis & Jimmy Buffett)

Thu, 29 Apr 2021 18:35:00 -0000

For this beer-soaked episode of Play That Rock'n'Roll, we are joined by my friend Kyle to sample seven beers that were produced or inspired by some of our favorite rockstars. We try TROOPER and SUN AND STEEL from Robinsons, A TOUT LE MONDE from Unibroue, TOUCH OF HAZE and SOUNDBOARD from Destihl, BITCHES BREW from Dogfish Head, and LANDSHARK LAGER! After sampling them, we discuss what types of beer they are, and finally, we rank them based on our personal preferences.

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Ep 21: Sampling Heaven's Door Whiskey & Discussing Bob Dylan

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 14:17:00 -0000

For this free-wheeling episode of Play That Rock'n'Roll, we are joined by my friend Chris to sample Heaven's Door Double Barrel Whiskey, which was produced by a distillery that partnered with Bob Dylan. Once we get a taste of the whiskey, we pivot to a discussion about the man behind it. We talk about Bob's songwriting, vocal stylings, and connections to both classic rock and folk. We laugh about some of the funnier aspects of Bob's career, and we share our experiences of seeing Bob in concert. And finally, we list off a few of our favorite albums and songs.

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Ep 20: Interview w/ JOE MILLIKEN (Author of "Let's Go! Benjamin Orr and The Cars")

Mon, 05 Apr 2021 20:17:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock'n'Roll's interview with author Joe Milliken about his book, "LET'S GO! BENJAMIN ORR AND THE CARS". In this interview, we discuss his process for writing the book, the rock scene in Cleveland that Ben came out of, Ben's long-standing partnership with Ric Ocasek, their time in The Cars, and why The Cars ultimately broke up.

For more info about Let's Go! Benjamin Orr and The Cars: https://www.benorrbook.com/

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Ep 19: Katey Sagal (Music Career Retrospective)

Fri, 05 Mar 2021 04:38:00 -0000

Everyone knows Katey Sagal as the star of "Married... with Children", "Futurama", "8 Simple Rules", or "Sons of Anarchy", but not nearly enough people know that her true artistic passion is music. In this episode I dive into Katey's discography, but also her stories and connections to the larger world of Classic Rock, as she has crossed paths with Bob Dylan, Kiss, Molly Hatchet, Willie Dixon, and even the Rolling Stones! This is definitely an unconventional choice for a rock show, but the material is too good to pass up!

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Ep 18: Stan Bush (Retrospective)

Sun, 07 Feb 2021 02:05:00 -0000

Since my interview with Stan Bush was the highlight of Play That Rock'n'Roll's 2020, I thought a full retrospective of Stan's career would make a great kickoff for 2021! Naturally, we discuss Stan's iconic hit, "The Touch", as well as his soundtrack contributions to the Jean-Claude Van Damme movies, "Bloodsport" & "Kickboxer". We then explore his career from the '90s through today, including an awesome new album called DARE TO DREAM. Ultimately, this episode is not only a celebration of Stan's music, but the entire subgenre of 80's soundtrack rock. Learn more at StanBush.com!

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Ep 17: Interview w/ PAUL STEPHENSON (Host of "Vintage Rock Pod")

Tue, 29 Dec 2020 14:21:09 -0000

This is Play That Rock'n'Roll's interview with podcaster Paul Stephenson, which is a discussion about his new podcast, the "Vintage Rock Pod". In this interview, we discuss his background on UK radio, why he started this podcast, what his goals are, some of the guests he's had on, and a few of his all-time favorite albums.

For more info about Vintage Rock Pod: https://www.facebook.com/VintageRockPod https://twitter.com/pod_vintage

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Ep 16: Interview with STAN BUSH (New album "DARE TO DREAM")

Thu, 03 Dec 2020 00:58:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock'n'Roll's interview with recording artist Stan Bush, which is a discussion about his new album, "DARE TO DREAM". In this interview, we discuss the process of recording the new album, the music videos for the album's singles, Stan's early work on the "Bloodsport" and "Kickboxer" soundtracks, his memories of Eddie Van Halen, and what music inspires him still to this day.

For more info about Stan Bush and his album: https://StanBush.com

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Ep 15: Interview with STEVE PALEC (Author of "In Awe" & Host of "Rock 'n Roll Roots")

Wed, 25 Nov 2020 14:13:00 -0000

This is Play That Rock'n'Roll's interview with author & radio host Steve Palec, which is a discussion about his book, "IN AWE: Beatles, Baseball, & Bourbon", and his Sunday morning radio show, "Rock 'n Roll Roots" on 96.5 WKLH. In this interview, we discuss the process of writing the book, Steve’s love of Bourbon, record collecting, the music of John Prine, "Disco Demolition Night", and Steve’s interactions with Aaron Rodgers, Willie Dixon, Steve Dahl, and Bill Maher!

For more info about Steve Palec and his book: https://StevePalec.com

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Ep 14: The Outfield (Retrospective)

Mon, 16 Nov 2020 00:45:00 -0000

In light of the recent passing of Tony Lewis, Episode 14 takes a look back at the career and music of The Outfield. We discuss how the partnership between bassist/vocalist Tony Lewis, guitarist/songwriter John Spinks and drummer Alan Jackman created maybe *the* greatest pop-rock song of the 1980's, in addition to the rest of their catalog, which includes a tremendous amount of wonderful music. John and Tony have since passed away, so this episode has been recorded in tribute to them, and it is meant as a celebration of the incredible work these men gave to the world. RIP.

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Ep 13: Interview w/ AUSTIN TRUNICK (Author of "The Cannon Film Guide, Vol. I") - PART TWO

Fri, 16 Oct 2020 12:17:00 -0000

This is the second part of Play That Rock'n'Roll's interview with author Austin Trunick, which is a discussion about his book, "The Cannon Film Guide, Volume I (1980 - 1984)". In this final part of the interview, we discuss some of the people Austin interview for the book, Cannon's "Ninja" trilogy, Chuck Norris, Cannon's best film soundtracks, Austin's recommendations, and some behind-the-scenes stories, including the story of Cannon's bizarre contract with Sylvester Stallone.

For more info about Austin Trunick and his book: https://CannonFilmGuide.com

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Ep 12: Interview w/ AUSTIN TRUNICK (Author of "The Cannon Film Guide, Vol. I") - PART ONE

Thu, 08 Oct 2020 14:39:00 -0000

This is the first part of Play That Rock'n'Roll's interview with author Austin Trunick, which is a discussion about his book, "The Cannon Film Guide, Volume I (1980 - 1984)". In this first part of the interview, we give some backstory on what Cannon Films is, and then we discuss some of the movies Cannon produced before they were bought by Menahem Golan & Yorum Globus. We then move to the Golan & Globus era of Cannon, which includes their longstanding relationship with actor Charles Bronson, and their surprisingly heartfelt teen sex comedy, "The Last American Virgin".

For more info about Austin Trunick and his book: https://CannonFilmGuide.com

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Ep 11: Interview w/ KRISTIN CASEY (Author of "Rock Monster: My Life with Joe Walsh") - PART TWO

Mon, 28 Sep 2020 17:09:00 -0000

This is the second part of the debut interview for Play That Rock'n'Roll, which is a discussion with author Kristin Casey about her book, "Rock Monster: My Life with Joe Walsh". In this part of the interview, we discuss some of the big name rockstars and celebrities that Kristin crossed paths with during her time with Joe.

We talk about Ringo Starr, Stevie Nicks, Bob Dylan, Clarence Clemons, Levon Helm, Dave Edmunds, Wolfman Jack, Bonnie Raitt, Lita Ford, Gene Simmons, and even Katey Sagal. After that, we discuss the issue of drug addiction and what lessons addicts (and people close to addicts) can draw from Kristin's experience.

For more info about Kristin Casey and her book: https://KristinCasey.com

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Ep 10: Interview w/ KRISTIN CASEY (Author of "Rock Monster: My Life with Joe Walsh") - PART ONE

Thu, 24 Sep 2020 23:29:00 -0000

This is the first part of the debut interview for Play That Rock'n'Roll, which is a discussion with author Kristin Casey about her book, "Rock Monster: My Life with Joe Walsh". In this first part of the interview, we discuss some of the people and events Kristin experienced during her time with Joe Walsh in the late '80s & early '90s. We talk about Rick Rosas, the "Got Any Gum" album, an attempted supergroup called THE BEST, and of course, Joe's band -- the EAGLES. That part of the conversation is particularly revealing.

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Episode 9: Boston (Retrospective)

Mon, 07 Sep 2020 15:26:51 -0000

Episode 9 takes a look back at the career and music of Tom Scholz, Brad Delp, and their band: Boston. We discuss how Tom Scholz built Boston's first album in his homemade studio, the monster success of their first three albums, and how the band carried on after losing one of it's most important members. The discussion around Brad Delp's tragic death is pretty heavy, so just be warned about that. Otherwise, this is a celebration of a phenomenal band led by a truly innovative guitarist: Tom Scholz.

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Episode 8: Eddie Money (Retrospective)

Fri, 24 Jul 2020 03:28:00 -0000

Episode 6 takes a look at the full career of Eddie Money aka "the Money Man" aka "Officer Mahoney". We discuss his brief career in local law enforcement, his partnership with mega-producer Bill Graham, and his numerous iconic radio hits, as well as what he was up to in the later years of his life. Eddie is gone now, so it's up to us to keep his music and memory alive.

RIP Eddie Money (1949 - 2019)

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Episode 7: Aerosmith's Disastrous 2009 Tour

Mon, 01 Jun 2020 12:33:00 -0000

This is our deep dive into all the things that went wrong during Aerosmith's ill-fated 2009 tour. We also discuss the drama and in-fighting that went on with Aerosmith for several months after the tour ended.

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Episode 6: Bon Scott [of AC/DC] (1974 - 1980)

Fri, 22 May 2020 22:26:13 -0000

Episode 6 takes a look back at the all-too-short life and career of vocalist/frontman Bon Scott, who sang with AC/DC from 1974-1980. In this episode, we dive into the struggles Bon & the boys faced during the early days of AC/DC, their slow rise to commercial success with Highway to Hell, Bon's tragic death, the allegations regarding the lyrics found on AC/DC's "Back in Black", and finally how fans can honor Bon today.

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Episode 5: Joe Walsh [Part Two] (1980 - 2020)

Sun, 19 Apr 2020 03:08:00 -0000

How ya doin'? This is the second part of our retrospective of the bomber, the midnight man, the confessor -- Joe Walsh! This episode covers Joe's life and career starting with his solo albums in the '80s, his struggle with drug addiction in the '90s, the high profile Eagles reunion, and how it led him to a life of sobriety. Plus we discuss what he's be up to more recently, and my experiences seeing him in concert.

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Episode 4: Joe Walsh [Part One] (1965 - 1980)

Mon, 30 Mar 2020 14:18:00 -0000

Welcome to our retrospective of the bomber, the midnight man, the confessor -- Joe Walsh! This episode is the first part of a retrospective, which covers Joe's life and career starting with his early days in the James Gang, and going up to the commercial heights during his time with the Eagles.

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Episode 3: David Lee Roth's Las Vegas Residencies [1995 vs. 2020]

Mon, 30 Mar 2020 14:14:00 -0000

Since he's just about to re-launch his residency at Mandalay Bay, here's a deep dive into the differences between Diamond David Lee Roth's 1995 & 2020 Las Vegas residencies.

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Episode 2: Steve Miller Band [Part Two] (1980 - 2020)

Mon, 30 Mar 2020 14:11:00 -0000

This is the second episode of the podcast "Play That Rock'n'Roll", which takes a look back at the albums and artists of the classic rock era. This episode is the second part of a retrospective of the Steve Miller Band, which covers his life and career starting with his big early '80s hit, Abracadabra, and going up until his strange feud with the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

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Episode 1: Steve Miller Band [Part One] (1967 - 1979)

Mon, 30 Mar 2020 14:04:46 -0000

This is the pilot episode of the podcast "Play That Rock'n'Roll", which takes a look back at the albums and artists of the classic rock era. This episode is the first part of a retrospective of the Steve Miller Band, which covers his life and career starting with his family roots in Milwaukee and going up to his commercial height in the late '70s.

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Ep 97: ROCKNPOD 2025: Interviews w/ BILLY SHEEHAN & BRIAN FORSYTHE

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Ep 93: A PODCAST LOOKS AT JIMMY, Part 2: Jimmy Buffett in the Late '70s (1975 - 1979)

Ep 92: Interview w/ JOHN KINSNER of LABYRINTH IN CONCERT

Ep 91: A PODCAST LOOKS AT JIMMY, Part 1: Jimmy Buffett in the Early '70s (1970 - 1974)

Ep 90: Interview w/ DAVID PENZER (Author of "SITTING RINGSIDE, Volume 2") ft. AAron Camaro from Decibel Geek podcast

Ep 89: Interview w/ COREY SPECTOR of MARGARITAS IN PARADISE

BONUS: Discussing Bob Seger with Brian Colburn (Host of My Weekly Mixtape Podcast)

Ep 88: Bob Seger, Part Two: "Rockstar Era" (1980 - 2024)

Ep 87: Bob Seger, Part One: "Early Seger" (1966 - 1979)

Ep 86: Interview w/ MICHAEL DES BARRES ("IT'S ONLY ROCK N'ROLL" available NOW!)

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Ep 83: Discussing '80s Horror Movie Soundtracks with JORDAN RUMSEY (aka "CantBuyMe80s")

Ep 82: Interview w/ MICK STRAWN (Author of "BEHIND THE SCREAMS: The Dream Masters Revealed")

Ep 81: Interview w/ SCOTT SHEA (Author of "ALL THE LEAVES ARE BROWN")

Ep 80: Interview w/ DAVID MORRELL (Author of "FIRST BLOOD", "LAST REVEILLE", etc.)

Ep 79: Discussing the BEVERLY HILLS COP franchise with MATHEW BUCK (Host of "FILM BRAIN" channel)

BONUS: Discussing "Born in the USA" with Jesse Jackson (Host of SET LUSTING BRUCE: A Bruce Springsteen Fan Podcast)

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Ep 69: Molly Hatchet, Part One: The Original Lineup (1978 - 1990)

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Ep 67: Interview w/ XAVIER RUSSELL (KERRANG! Magazine)

Ep 66: Interview w/ BEBE BUELL (Author of "REBEL SOUL") | ft. Abigail Devoe of Vinyl Monday

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Ep 64: Interview w/ RIK EMMETT of TRIUMPH (Author of "LAY IT ON THE LINE")

Ep 63: Interview w/ MARK LARSEN ("FREE FALLIN - The Tom Petty Concert Experience")

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Ep 56: ROCKNPOD 2023 ROUND-UP (Interviews w/ Bebe Buell, Mick Strawn, & HOLLYWOOD from GLOW!)

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Ep 54: ”Excitable Boys” Part 2: Warren Zevon in the 1980’s

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Ep 52: ”Excitable Boys” Part 1: Warren Zevon in the 1970’s

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Ep 47: Interview w/ AUSTIN TRUNICK (Author of ”CANNON FILM GUIDE, VOL. II”) - PART ONE

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Ep 44: “Dylan Through the Decades” Part 6: Bob Dylan in the 2010’s

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