Best Jack PJ Podcasts (2024)

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Phil Collen & Chris Daughtry 1:22:05

2d ago1:22:05

1:22:05

On this episode of The Eddie Trunk Podcast - Eddie brings you a pair of recent interviews. First up, Phil Collen joined Eddie to talk about Def Leppard's tour with Journey, Pyromania's 40th anniversary, the new single, Just Like 73, when a new album is coming and much more. In the second interview on this episode, it's Eddie's conversation with Chr…

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The Knack – Get the Knack (1979) 33:38

3d ago33:38

33:38

Roddy Nikpour dives into Get The Knack by The Knack. The album’s catchy lead single came out when Kurt was a preteen. Despite its questionable lyrics, “My Sharona” did for new wave what “Smells Like Teen Spirit” did for punk — brought a genre to the mainstream. Hosts: Dusty Henry and Martin Douglas Audio producer: Roddy Nikpour Podcast manager: Isa…

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Dave Natale 1:03:57

9d ago1:03:57

1:03:57

On this episode of The Eddie Trunk Podcast - Eddie brings you a recent conversation with legendary live audio engineer Dave Natale. They get into the nuts and bolts of running live concerts, being out on the road with The Rolling Stones, the best spot to sit at a concert and so much more! Catch Eddie Trunk every M-F from 3:00-5:00pm ET on Trunk Nat…

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Michael Azerrad, the Man Who (Literally) Wrote the Book on Nirvana 1:04:07

10d ago1:04:07

1:04:07

Michael Azerrad joins us to talk about his relationship with Kurt Cobain, reviving a 30-year-old biography, Nirvana's legacy, and some of the records on Kurt’s list. Michael wrote the 1993 biography "Come As You Are: The Story of Nirvana," and he recently released an annotated version titled "The Amplified Come As You Are: The Story of Nirvana." Ne…

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Lzzy Hale & Kerry King 1:06:10

16d ago1:06:10

1:06:10

On this episode of The Eddie Trunk Podcast - Eddie brings you two interviews from May of this year. First, it's Lzzy Hale talking about joining Skid Row for some live shows and if she's open to doing more, plus the latest with Halestorm. Then, it's Eddie’s conversation with Kerry King talking all about his new solo record, From Hell I Rise, and the…

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Jack Endino on the Northwest Sound and the 35th Anniversary of 'Bleach' 58:05

17d ago58:05

58:05

Seattle's own Jack Endino joins Dusty, Martin, and Albina for this month’s roundtable. June marks the 35th anniversary of Nirvana's debut studio album, Bleach, which Endino produced. They discuss the unmistakable imprint of the Northwest sound. Hosts: Dusty Henry and Martin Douglas Special thanks: Jack Endino and Albina Cabrera, host of El Cancione…

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Joe Bonamassa & Slash 1:31:12

23d ago1:31:12

1:31:12

On this episode of The Eddie Trunk Podcast - Eddie brings you his conversations with both Joe Bonamassa and Slash from the SiriusXM Los Angeles studios with Joe talking about the new Black Country Communion record, V, and what it was like opening for The Rolling Stones, followed by Slash getting into his new blues album, Orgy of the Damned, and upc…

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Beat Happening – Jamboree (1988) 57:18

24d ago57:18

57:18

Martin Douglas dives into Jamboree by Beat Happening. Hailing from Olympia, Washington, the trio lived and breathed the punk rock ideology. Cofounder Calvin Johnson released the band’s albums on a label he founded, the iconic K Records, which practically turned indie music into a religion. Hosts: Dusty Henry and Martin Douglas Audio producers: Mart…

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Geezer Butler 1:20:05

1M ago1:20:05

1:20:05

On this episode of The Eddie Trunk Podcast - Geezer Butler joins Eddie in studio to talk about the release of the paperback version of his memoir, Into The Void, and all things Black Sabbath; including the inspiration for his writings, the band's crazy antics involving Bill Ward, playing with Cozy Powell, reconnecting with Ozzy Osbourne, his though…

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Wipers – Is This Real? (1980), Youth of America (1981), and Over the Edge (1983) 42:01

1M ago42:01

42:01

Dusty Henry and Martin Douglas dive into the three albums by the Portland band Wipers, the band with the most entries on Kurt's list (unless you count "anything by Kleenex"). Greg Sage's melodic punk riffs not only inspired Nirvana, but also other Northwest bands before them, including The Melvins and Mudhoney. Hosts: Dusty Henry and Martin Douglas…

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Tony Iommi 54:30

1M ago54:30

54:30

On this episode of The Eddie Trunk Podcast - Tony Iommi talks about the release of the Tony Martin-era Black Sabbath box set, Anno Domini, and his relationship with Tony Martin and how that era of music came about. He also gets into what it was like bringing Geezer Butler back into the fold, Eddie Van Halen's involvement in Cross Purposes, the pote…

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Mudhoney – Superfuzz Bigmuff (1988) 48:14

1M ago48:14

48:14

Dusty Henry dives into Superfuzz Bigmuff by Mudhoney, whose debut represents the culmination of ideas that we now categorize as “grunge.” Nirvana picked up the grunge baton from Mudhoney and carried it to the finish line. Hosts: Dusty Henry and Martin Douglas Audio producers: Dusty Henry and Roddy Nikpour Podcast manager: Isabel Khalili Editorial d…

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Bonus: Hiro Yamamoto on Soundgarden, Forging New Paths, and the Circles of Power 39:12

1M ago39:12

39:12

In this special bonus episode, we break format away from Kurt Cobain and Nirvana and look at the legacy of Soundgarden from the lens of founding member and original bassist Hiro Yamamoto. This year marks the 40th anniversary of Soundgarden’s formation — starting with Yamamoto and Chris Cornell in Yamamoto’s basement. While Yamamoto was there from t…

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Sebastian Bach & Taylor Momsen 1:24:22

1M ago1:24:22

1:24:22

On this episode of The Eddie Trunk Podcast - It's Eddie's conversation with Sebastian Bach about the release of his new record, Child Within the Man, plus, a little bit on Skid Row, followed by Eddie's chat with Taylor Momsen about The Pretty Reckless opening for The Rolling Stones and AC/DC and when fans can expect new music. Catch Eddie Trunk eve…

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Roundtable: Breaking Punk 45:01

2M ago45:01

45:01

Dusty Henry, Martin Douglas, Albina Cabrera, and Janice Headley discuss the idea of "punk" through the lens of four bands. Each of them provides a distinctive approach to punk both as a genre and as a mindset. Nirvana is named as one of the core bands of 1991, "the year punk broke." Hosts: Dusty Henry and Martin Douglas Audio producer: Roddy Nikpou…

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Michael Anthony 1:22:52

2M ago1:22:52

1:22:52

On this episode of The Eddie Trunk Podcast - Michael Anthony sits down with Eddie to talk about Van Halen, the upcoming Best Of All Worlds Tour, his relationship with Alex Van Halen, David Lee Roth and Wolfgang Van Halen, whether or not he's considered writing a book and answering fan questions. Catch Eddie Trunk every M-F from 3:00-5:00pm ET on Tr…

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Black Flag – My War (1984) 30:49

2M ago30:49

30:49

Larry Mizell Jr. dives into My War by Black Flag. This proto-punk sophomore album upset the fast-paced expectations of hardcore by slowing it down, complete with all-out screams confessing deep-seated emotion. This sound set the precedent for Seattle's famous grunge sound. Hosts: Dusty Henry and Martin Douglas Written by: Larry Mizell Jr. Audio pro…

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Mötley Crüe 44:42

2M ago44:42

44:42

On this episode of The Eddie Trunk Podcast - Mötley Crüe's Nikki Sixx, Vince Neil, Tommy Lee & John 5 talk to Eddie Trunk about a special NYC club show and coming tour plans, releasing the new song 'Dogs of War' and writing new music, the lineup change and the reinvigorated feeling in the band and so much more! Catch Eddie Trunk every M-F from 3:00…

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The Shaggs – Philosophy of the World (1969) 31:48

2M ago31:48

31:48

Martin Douglas dives into Philosophy of the World by The Shaggs. As prophesied by a palm reading, this band of sisters from a small town in New Hampshire would become famous. However, nobody could have predicted the band's "intriguing" sound — or whether they would actually have a fun time performing music. Hosts: Dusty Henry and Martin Douglas Aud…

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Robert Trujillo & Richie Kotzen 1:03:10

2M ago1:03:10

1:03:10

On this episode of The Eddie Trunk Podcast - Robert Trujillo talks to Eddie about being in Metallica for 20 years, the difference in how he plays bass, his gig with Infectious Grooves and much more. Then, Eddie's chat with Richie Kotzen about how he writes music, his plans for a future record and solo tour, an update on The Winery Dogs and the debu…

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Sex Pistols – Never Mind the Bollocks, Here's the Sex Pistols (1977) 48:00

2M ago48:00

48:00

Dusty Henry dives into Never Mind the Bollocks, Here’s the Sex Pistols by the Sex Pistols. They set the stage for mainstream views of punk in terms of style, substance, and attitude. Hosts: Dusty Henry and Martin Douglas Audio producers: Dusty Henry and Roddy Nikpour Podcast manager: Isabel Khalili Editorial director: Larry Mizell Jr. Support the p…

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Tesla 58:40

2M ago58:40

58:40

On this episode of The Eddie Trunk Podcast - Tesla's Brian Wheat & Frank Hannon are in the brand new SiriusXM Las Vegas studio talking to Eddie about their Las Vegas shows, their new single, All About Love, making the record Psychotic Supper and so much more! Catch Eddie Trunk every M-F from 3:00-5:00pm ET on Trunk Nation on SiriusXM Faction Talk C…

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Shonen Knife – Burning Farm (1985 via K Records) 30:03

2M ago30:03

30:03

Kicking off KEXP's month-long Pushing Boundaries celebration, Martin Douglas and Janice Headley dive into Shonen Knife’s Burning Farm, which was released in America by Olympia, Washington’s own K Records. Founding members Naoko and Atsuko Yamano share stories of touring with Nirvana in 1991. Plus, we celebrate this Osaka-based trio’s 40-year histor…

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Scorpions 50:50

3M ago50:50

50:50

On this episode of The Eddie Trunk Podcast - Scorpions' Matthias Jabs & Rudolf Schenker dropped by the brand new SiriusXM studio in Las Vegas to talk about their residency celebrating the 40th anniversary of their record, Love at First Sting, playing the album in its entirety along with more of their hits! Catch Eddie Trunk every M-F from 3:00-5:00…

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Bonus: Introducing KEXP's In Our Headphones 36:30

3M ago36:30

36:30

The Cobain 50 returns May 1 with Shonen Knife's Burning Farm (K Records version) from 1985. This week, we'd like to share another KEXP podcast: In Our Headphones, the evolution of our longstanding Song of the Day podcast. Hosted by Janice Headley and Isabel Khalili, this weekly interview series features KEXP DJs sharing their new favorite music. Yo…

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Lenny Kravitz & Chris Jericho 1:00:00

3M ago1:00:00

1:00:00

On this episode of The Eddie Trunk Podcast, Eddie brings you his conversation with Lenny Kravitz about his upcoming record, Blue Electric Light, his favorite KISS record, his plans for new music and more. Plus, you'll also get Eddie's chat with Chris Jericho about Kuarantine's new track covering KISS' Good Girl Gone Bad, the latest with Fozzy and a…

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Bonus: Introducing KEXP's A Deeper Listen 31:59

3M ago31:59

31:59

The Cobain 50 returns May 1 with Shonen Knife's Burning Farm (K Records version) from 1985. This week, we'd like to share another KEXP podcast: A Deeper Listen, where Emily Fox and other storytellers at KEXP talk with artists about the stories behind their songs and the experiences that inform their work. Through each conversation, we uncover the h…

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Tom Keifer & Jeff Pilson 1:03:29

3M ago1:03:29

1:03:29

On this episode of The Eddie Trunk Podcast, you're getting a conversation with Tom Keifer who talked about his history with L.A. Guns, his live shows, Cinderella, writing new music, his health and more - followed by Eddie's chat with Jeff Pilson who joined him to talk about the new record from The End Machine, 'The Quantum Phase', Foreigner, and th…

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Roundtable: Women in Punk 46:47

3M ago46:47

46:47

Dusty Henry, Martin Douglas, Albina Cabrera, Janice Headley, and Roddy Nikpour explore some of the women-led bands on Kurt's list, Kurt's feminism, and the very notion of grouping bands together based on gender identity. Hosts: Dusty Henry and Martin Douglas Audio producer: Roddy Nikpour Podcast manager: Isabel Khalili Editorial director: Larry Miz…

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30 Years After Kurt's Death 1:00:50

3M ago1:00:50

1:00:50

In this special episode, marking 30 years since Kurt's death, we recorded a roundtable "love letter" at the Kurt Cobain Memorial Bench in Viretta Park in Seattle, where Kurt is said to have written some of his lyrics. We'll also hear from contemporary bands and music industry workers about the impact that Kurt had on them. Hosts: Dusty Henry, Marti…

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KK's Priest, Ace Frehley, Joe Satriani & more! 1:30:59

3M ago1:30:59

1:30:59

On this episode of The Eddie Trunk Podcast, Eddie is taking you out to his final broadcast day on the 2024 Monsters of Rock Cruise where he spoke to K.K. Downing, Tim Ripper Owens & A.J. Mills from KK's Priest as well as Ace Frehely with Scoty Coogan, Jim Florentine, Joe Satriani and Richie Kotzen! Catch Eddie Trunk every M-F from 3:00-5:00pm ET on…

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Anything by Kleenex (1978-1983) 25:50

3M ago25:50

25:50

Martin Douglas dives into the legacy of the Swiss band Kleenex, later known as LiLiPUT. Kurt's list doesn't specify a particular album from Kleenex. Their entire discography is just that good, marrying the worlds of Dada art and punk rock. Hosts: Dusty Henry and Martin Douglas Audio producers: Martin Douglas and Roddy Nikpour Podcast manager: Isabe…

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Steve Harris, Accept, Armored Saint, Chip Z'Nuff & more! 1:27:22

4M ago1:27:22

1:27:22

On this episode of The Eddie Trunk Podcast, Eddie is taking you out to his second broadcast day on the Monsters of Rock Cruise where he spoke to Iron Maiden's Steve Harris who was on board playing with British Lion, Accept's Wolf Hoffmann and Mark Tornillo, John Bush and Joey Vera of Armored Saint, Tesla's Tommy Skeoch, Mike Fitz of Bad Marriage, C…

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The Raincoats – The Raincoats (1979) 23:12

4M ago23:12

23:12

Janice Headley dives into the legacy of The Raincoats, whose self-titled 1979 debut album inspired both Nirvana and the ‘90s riot grrrl scene. We also hear from Gina Birch, cofounder of The Raincoats, as well as Jenn Pelly, author of a book on the band as part of the 33⅓ series. Hosts: Dusty Henry and Martin Douglas Audio Producer: Janice Headley M…

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Dave Meniketti, Nuno Bettencourt, Dana Strum & Faster Pussycat 1:30:51

4M ago1:30:51

1:30:51

On this episode of The Eddie Trunk Podcast, Eddie is taking you out to his show from the Monsters of Rock Cruise. On his first day of broadcasting Eddie spoke to Dave Meniketti of Y&T, Nuno Bettencourt from Extreme, Slaughter's Dana Strum and all the guys from Faster Pussycat. Don't miss all the fun they had on the boat! Catch Eddie Trunk every M-F…

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The Slits – Cut (1979) 35:56

4M ago35:56

35:56

Martin Douglas dives into Cut by The Slits (written in Kurt's list as "Typical Girls," the lead single from the album). They were one of the very first punk bands made up mostly of women, and their style incorporated elements from reggae and dub. Despite their innovation, the members of the Slits had to withstand a brutally misogynistic culture for…

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Frank Hannon & Orianthi 1:15:12

4M ago1:15:12

1:15:12

On this episode of The Eddie Trunk Podcast, you're getting two interviews from February '24. First up, Eddie talks to Frank Hannon about his cover of Gary Wright's 'Love is Alive', the latest with Tesla and much more. Then it's a conversation with Orianthi about her new single with Joe Bonamassa, 'First Time Blues', and she also gets into her time …

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PJ Harvey – Dry (1992) 28:00

4M ago28:00

28:00

Roddy Nikpour dives into Dry by PJ Harvey. She’s a grunge pioneer carrying on Kurt’s spirit through her own ongoing legacy. She was one of his close peers — so much so that Dave Grohl has invited her to fill in for Kurt to perform Nirvana songs. As part of Women's History Month, our next three episodes will cover some of the other women-fronted ban…

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Zakk Wylde & Jack Russell 48:50

4M ago48:50

48:50

On this episode of The Eddie Trunk Podcast, it's Eddie conversation with Zakk Wylde who talked about his new Berzerkus festival, playing with Pantera, Black Label Society and so much more. You'll also get Eddie's chat with Jack Russell talking about his new record with Tracii Guns, Medusa, his health, working on new Great White material and more! C…

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Roundtable: The "Radical" Politics of Kurt Cobain 44:49

4M ago44:49

44:49

Dusty Henry, Martin Douglas, Albina Cabrera, and Larry Mizell Jr. explore four albums on Kurt's list that challenged the politics of their time through the lenses of punk and hip-hop. Hosts: Dusty Henry and Martin Douglas Audio producer: Roddy Nikpour Podcast manager: Isabel Khalili Editorial director: Larry Mizell Jr. Support the podcast: kexp.org…

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Peter Frampton & Mick Mars 1:03:56

5M ago1:03:56

1:03:56

On this episode of The Eddie Trunk Podcast, Eddie is joined by Peter Frampton who talks about his recent nomination for induction into the Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame, his upcoming tour, his health and more - and then it's Eddie's conversation with Mick Mars about the release of his debut solo record, The Other Side of Mars! Catch Eddie Trunk every …

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Public Enemy – It Takes a Nation of Millions to Hold Us Back (1988) 28:51

5M ago28:51

28:51

Dusty Henry dives into It Takes a Nation of Millions to Hold Us Back by Public Enemy, the voice of what was really happening in America, particularly within Black communities. With their ferocious sound and in-your-face spirit, it's no wonder they resonated with Kurt. Hosts: Dusty Henry and Martin Douglas Audio producer: Roddy Nikpour Podcast manag…

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Bret Michaels & Lou Gramm 1:19:45

5M ago1:19:45

1:19:45

On this episode of The Eddie Trunk Podcast, Eddie is joined by Bret Michaels who talks about the upcoming Parti Gras Tour, the vibe between bands, who else could end up joining future dates, if Poison will play again and much more! Then, Eddie chats with Lou Gramm about Foreigner's nomination for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, his relationship wit…

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MDC – Millions of Dead Cops (1981) 30:19

5M ago30:19

30:19

Dusty Henry dives into Millions of Dead Cops by MDC, a prime example of the powerful fusion between hardcore punk and politics. Their frontman Dave Dictor was the anti-John Wayne. Hosts: Dusty Henry and Martin Douglas Audio producers: Dusty Henry and Roddy Nikpour Podcast manager: Isabel Khalili Editorial director: Larry Mizell Jr. Support the podc…

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Deen Castronovo & Biff Byford 1:06:08

5M ago1:06:08

1:06:08

On this episode of The Eddie Trunk Podcast, it's a conversation with Journey drummer Deen Castronovo who talked about the busy Journey 2024 touring schedule, his new album with Revolution Saints, Against the Winds, and his struggles through his career. Then it's Eddie's chat with Biff Byford about Saxon’s new record Hell, Fire and Damnation, the ch…

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Bad Brains – Rock for Light (1983) 38:37

5M ago38:37

38:37

Martin Douglas dives into Rock for Light by Bad Brains. It's a story of how Black punks from one Washington (D.C.) influenced punk in the other Washington (state). Link to article mentioned in the final segment: https://afropunk.com/2019/02/bhm-the-agony-and-ecstasy-of-a-queer-bad-brains-fan/ Hosts: Dusty Henry and Martin Douglas Audio producers: M…

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Bret Michaels & Paul Taylor 1:04:16

5M ago1:04:16

1:04:16

On this episode of The Eddie Trunk Podcast - you’re getting 2 interviews coming from RokIsland Fest in January! First up, it's Eddie's chat with Bret Michaels who talked about the next Parti Gras Tour, when Poison could get going again and a ton more. Then, it's a conversation with Winger's Paul Taylor who spoke about working on Mick Mars solo reco…

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The Clash – Combat Rock (1982) 36:21

5M ago36:21

36:21

On this International Clash Day, Dusty Henry dives into Combat Rock by The Clash. Their music reminds us not to tolerate the injustice that the world throws at us. Hosts: Dusty Henry and Martin Douglas Audio producers: Dusty Henry and Roddy Nikpour Podcast manager: Isabel Khalili Editorial director: Larry Mizell Jr. Support the podcast: kexp.org/co…

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Vince Neil & Scott Stapp 1:17:40

5M ago1:17:40

1:17:40

On this episode of The Eddie Trunk Podcast, you’re getting a pair of interviews from January 2024. First up, it’s Eddie’s conversation with Vince Neil who sat down with Eddie backstage at RokIsland Fest and talked about his feelings on Mötley Crüe reuniting after retirement, The Dirt, his solo tour, and much more. Then, we’re bringing you a convers…

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Roundtable: What Do The Stooges, Pixies, and The Vaselines Have in Common? 41:26

6M ago41:26

41:26

In the inaugural roundtable of our series, Dusty Henry, Martin Douglas, and Albina Cabrera dive into Kurt Cobain's list. Although it features a lot of traditional punk music, the list traversed many genres in a time when music fans were more accustomed to "staying in their lane." Hosts: Dusty Henry and Martin Douglas Audio producer: Roddy Nikpour P…

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