Best GeekWire Podcasts (2025)

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Decibel Geek Podcast - Geekwire - Week of 12.03.25 - Ep651 1:02:59

1d ago1:02:59

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We're back to discuss all the latest, greatest, and weirdest rock news on Geekwire! In today’s episode, we’ve got some big rock news coming your way. First up, legends LYNYRD SKYNYRD and FOREIGNER have just announced their Double Trouble Double Vision tour for summer 2026, which is set to be a massive one. However, it’s worth noting that neither ba…

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Finding signal in the AI noise, with ‘Me, Myself and AI’ host Sam Ransbotham 29:10

10d ago29:10

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What's the real value in AI tools — and what separates those who use them well from those who don't? Sam Ransbotham, professor of business analytics at Boston College and host of the "Me, Myself and AI" podcast from MIT Sloan Management Review, compares notes with GeekWire Podcast host Todd Bishop in a two-part collaboration between the shows. On t…

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Creating More, Not Less, With AI: GeekWire’s Todd Bishop 27:40

10d ago27:40

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AI isn’t taking jobs — it’s changing what jobs are.On today’s episode, GeekWire’s Todd Bishop joins host Sam Ransbotham to dive into how artificial intelligence is reshaping work, learning, and creativity — not by replacing humans but by amplifying what we can do. From classrooms where students use AI on exams to newsrooms rethinking how news stori…

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History in Five Songs Episode 336: Snuck One in Before Grunge 34:51

11h ago34:51

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In Episode 336 of History in Five Songs with Martin Popoff, Martin ponders the bands who managed—through timing, luck, pivots, or pure momentum—to sneak in a successful album just before grunge exploded and reshaped the entire rock and metal landscape. Alice Cooper – “Little by Little” Pantera – “Domination” Judas Priest – “Hell Patrol” Metallica –…

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VINYL RELICS/May Blitz (1970): Britain’s Lost Power Trio 1:08:08

6h ago1:08:08

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EPYSODE 64: "May Blitz" by May Blitz. Guest: May Blitz bassist Reid Hudson. Additional commentary by Uncle Herff. Fresh off our deep dive into As Sheriff’s lost 60's recordings, we follow the trail to London in 1970, where bassist Reid Hudson helped forge something far heavier. With guitarist Jamie Black and drummer Tony Newman, May Blitz delivered…

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I'm In Love With That Song: The Police "Message In A Bottle" 24:35

1d ago24:35

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Released in 1979, "Message in a Bottle" was the opening track on The Police's second album, Regatta de Blanc. The song features the signature sounds of the band: Sting's evocative vocals and bass, Andy Summers' intricate guitar work, and Stuart Copeland's dynamic drumming. But what exactly makes this song resonate with so many listeners, even decad…

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First Concert Memories #29: Bay City Rollers with Holly Cantos of What Difference Does it Make? 1:03:02

1d ago1:03:02

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The Wolf and Action Jackson were too young and too straight to get into 70s heartthrobs The Bay City Rollers. The Scottish boys were plastered all over every teen magazine throughout the 70s to the delight of screaming pre-teen girls all over the world. One of those fans was Holly Cantos, the co-host of What Difference Does It Make? Podcast where t…

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Set Lusting Bruce - Twice the Eric's Twice the Fun! 1:10:38

5h ago1:10:38

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Join Jesse Jackson in a delightful episode of Set Lusting Bruce as he talks with lifelong friends and Bruce Springsteen superfans, Eric P and Eric. They share their 40-year friendship, forged through their mutual love for Springsteen, and recount humorous and heartfelt stories from their adventures, including concert trips, near encounters with Bru…

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Shout It Out Loudcast: "KISS Mailbag VII" 1:33:34

19h ago1:33:34

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This week Tom & Zeus answer SIOL Patreon questions in their 7th KISS Mailbag episode. This perennial favorite is a way for Loudcasters to get even more involved with the show. The guys go through submitted KISS questions from Shout It Out Loudcasts Patreon family and answer them with their unique KISS taste, knowledge and of course, humor. A fun an…

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Only Three Lads: Split Enz - Tim Finn & Eddie Rayner on ENZyclopedia 38:05

31m ago38:05

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Stranger than fiction, larger than life...we are elated to welcome Split Enz singer/songwriter/pianist Tim Finn and keyboardist Eddie Rayner to O3L! This is gonna be a hard act to follow. Formed in 1972 in Auckland, New Zealand, Split Enz, known initially as Split Ends, were, and remain, utterly unique. As the first band from New Zealand to achieve…

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My Weekly Mixtape - Passing Down the Playlist: How My Father Shaped My Love of Music Through 20 Songs 1:10:53

2d ago1:10:53

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This week on My Weekly Mixtape, I’m reflecting on the songs that shaped my love of music — as well as the person who made it all possible, my father, who we sadly lost to pancreatic cancer earlier this year. In this episode, I’m diving into 20 tracks that I’m eternally grateful & thankful for. Each one is tied to a moment, memory, lesson, or simply…

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History in Five Songs Episode 335: Motörhead and Saxon as Doppelgangers 35:37

3h ago35:37

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In Episode 335 of History in Five Songs with Martin Popoff, Martin traces the parallel rise, stumbles, and enduring legacies of Motörhead and Saxon, showing how the two bands evolved like true heavy-metal doppelgängers across debuts, classics, live albums, missteps, and comeback eras. Motörhead – “Keep Us on the Road” Saxon – “Out of Control” Motör…

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Imbalanced History: Shades Of Deep Purple 46:45

3h ago46:45

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From their earliest days through to the current new album "tease," the story of Deep Purple has a large cast of characters, connected in a variety of ways to form, break up, re-form, break up again, then rinse and repeat! Learn about the immense cast of characters who ARE Deep Purple, and find about some near misses that might surprise you! Unexpec…

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ImmaLetYouFinish... Episode Two Hundred Thirty-Six: Ho, Ho, Hey Ho... Tis' The Season! 1:00:52

4d ago1:00:52

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ImmaLetYouFinish... is back! Court & Amy break down 2025's worst people in hip hop(we're looking at you Nicki...again) show Olivia Dean some love, and pay tribute to Jimmy Cliff, Mani, and Jellybean Johnson. ImmaLetYouFinish Podcast is a proud member of Pantheon Media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Set Lusting Bruce -Rich Glass: Hat Trick! A Journey of Bruce Springsteen Fandom 1:01:17

2d ago1:01:17

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In this episode Jesse Jackson is joined by returning guest Rich Glass. They reflect on a decade of podcasting and discuss various topics including the intricacies of being a Bruce Springsteen fan, the influences of Philadelphia DJs on Springsteen's music, and Rich's personal journey with Bruce. They also delve into the excitement of live shows, the…

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Perfectly Good Podcast - My Baby 46:59

1d ago46:59

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oin us for a special episode of Perfectly Good Podcast! We're exploring the intriguing journey of John Hiatt's song "My Baby"—including rare drafts and John Hiatt's own insights. Get ready for a mix of music history, storytelling, and fan theories! 🎶 #MusicDiscovery #JohnHiatt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Ugly American Werewolf in London: The Beatles - Rubber Soul 1:35:35

11m ago1:35:35

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The Wolf & Action Jackson will admit they aren't the world's biggest Beatles fans. Though we appreciate their influence to help create the music we love through generations, we generally don't gravitate towards their albums. However, in researching Rubber Soul as it turns 60 on December 3, we gained new appreciation and respect for the Lads from Li…

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Shout It Out Loudcast: Dorm Damage With Tom & Zeus "Top 100 Greatest Seinfeld Moments by Cracked.com Numbers 40-21" 19:20

6d ago19:20

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On the 120th episode of Dorm Damage With Tom & Zeus the guys discuss the article by Cracked.com, "Top 100 Greatest Seinfeld Moments 40-21" Seinfeld is in the Shout Out It Loudcast Hall Of Fame for a reason. It is perhaps the greatest tv comedy of all time. Loved by critics and fans alike. Cracked.com ranks the Top 100 Greatest Moments in Seinfeld. …

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Episode 29: Whatever Gets You to the Light 1:27:39

3h ago1:27:39

1:27:39

Synopsis Rock N Roll Archaeology excavates the divergent paths of Elton John and John Lennon in the first half of the 1970s, a period where one man sprinted toward the brightest spotlight on Earth while the other desperately sought an escape. From Elton's star-making coronation at the Troubadour to Lennon's chaotic "Lost Weekend" in Los Angeles, th…

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Folk Pop Without The Pop Structure: Fleet Foxes' 2008 Self-Titled 1:03:13

1h ago1:03:13

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We're rounding out the month of November with a brand new episode digging into Fleet Foxes' self-titled breakout full-length record. We discuss their musical DNA rooted in older folk traditions, hymnals, and lush harmonies, unlike the emerging corporate-hipster, crowd-coded "stomp clap hey" movement the band was often grouped with, which was buddin…

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What Difference Does It Make: Paul Myers and John Candy 1:06:29

4d ago1:06:29

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Paul Myers has just completed his Canadian trilogy. Previously, he authored the definitive biographies on Barenaked Ladies and Kids In The Hall. He now takes on one of the most popular Canadians ever, with his latest book, John Candy: A Life In Comedy. Paul discusses the process of getting to know the larger-than-life personality that was John Cand…

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Cobras & Fire Podcast: Black Friday 2025 38:15

2h ago38:15

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Our annual Black Friday bonus episode. LC & Bakko spitball a hair metal all star band. This or that holiday meal offerings. And some holiday memories. Please share yours in the comments. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pantheon Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Reach out to us! Rate, review, and subscribe at Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cobras & Fire: Comedy / Rock Talk Show on …

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Metal Mayhem ROC:1999–2000- When Nu-Metal Took Over & Napster Changed Everything 1:08:53

7d ago1:08:53

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Join Metal Walt, Ian O’Rourke(Motorlord), and Bill “The Rager” for another chapter of The History ofMetal. This time, they revisit 1999 and 2000 — a defining turning pointwhen Nu-Metal and Post-Grunge ruled MTV, Napster upended the industry, andlegendary icons stormed back into the spotlight. Hear how Slipknot, Korn, andLimp Bizkit reshaped the sce…

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COBRORIGINS: EP 112 Black Veiled Lie 1:12:51

6h ago1:12:51

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Back in EP 112, Bakko made a game for LC called Black Veil Bride or Black Veiled Lie. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pantheon Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Reach out to us! Rate, review, and subscribe at Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cobras & Fire: Comedy / Rock Talk Show on Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join our fanpage on Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠(2) Cobras ON Fire: Privat…

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VINYL RELICS/Six Ways To The Ace: Unearthing As Sheriff’s West Coast Sound 1:26:59

8d ago1:26:59

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EPYSODE 63: "Six Ways To The Ace" by As Sheriff. Guests: As Sheriff band members Reid Hudson and Andy Godon, Supreme Echo record label owner Jason Flower. Additional commentary by Uncle Herff. This week we dig deep into the hazy archives of Canada’s late-60s underground with "Six Ways to the Ace", a new release from Supreme Echo featuring the long-…

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Perfectly Good Podcast - The Music is Hot 37:24

10h ago37:24

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This week on #PerfectlyGoodPodcast, we celebrate John Hiatt's captivating song 'The Music is Hot.' Join Jesse & Sylvan as they share why this beautiful piece earned its five-star rating. Listen to our deep dive today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Pantheon Media

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See Hear Podcast Episode 132 - Nashville 1:22:15

4h ago1:22:15

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Backstabbing, faux-sincerity, clawing one's way to the top, class division, those at the top thumbing their noses at those further down theladder....all political concepts, right? Actually, all of this is in reference to the 1975 Robert Altman film “Nashville” about the country music scene....which in itself serves as a political allegory. Welcome …

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Songfacts Podcast| Bootsy Collins Interview 33:29

1h ago33:29

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On this new episode of the Songfacts Podcast, host Stephanie R. Myers is joined by one of the true architects of funk: the legendary Bootsy Collins. His sound is unmistakable — the cosmic basslines, the deep pocket, the joyful energy that defines generations of funk. Bootsy walks us through his new project, Album of the Year: #1 Funkateer, which he…

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Shout It Out Loudcast: "Dressed To Kill 50th Anniversary Super Deluxe Box Set" 1:09:41

12m ago1:09:41

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This week Tom & Zeus review the newly released Dressed To Kill 50th Anniversary Super Deluxe Box Set by KISS. This enormous box set commemorating the 50th anniversary of KISS' beloved 1975 album has arrived! This is the 3rd such box set after Destroyer 45th Anniversary Super Deluxe Box Set & the Creatures Of The Night 40th Anniversary Super Deluxe …

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My Weekly Mixtape - Breaking the Mold: 10 ’80s Hair Band Songs That Still Rock Today 43:08

10d ago43:08

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Not all ’80s hair bands were defined by Aqua Net & eyeliner. There were countless hooks, killer guitar work, and songs that still resonate decades later. In this week’s episode, I break down 10 tracks that defied the stereotypes, exceeded the expectations and continue to remind us why ’80s hard rock still goes to 11! Thank you to Jay Sweet for send…

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Only Three Lads: The dB's Chris Stamey - Top 5 Producers 1:51:18

8d ago1:51:18

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Anything is possible as we welcome power pop icon Chris Stamey from the dB's as our Third Lad! Our focus topic is on the producers of the O3L era - the sonic architects that carry out the visions of the artists we love and shape the sound of our favorite records. And Chris Stamey is someone who knows, as he's produced some fantastic records over th…

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Cobras & Fire Podcast: Crazy Eyes!!! 1:27:01

6d ago1:27:01

1:27:01

This week, LC goes to shows. Some KISS Kruise Vegas talk. A fellow podcaster gets married. P-Diddy gets his drink on in prison. A bunch of new music coming out. Soundgarden gets inducted to the RNRHOF. Dave Mustaine covers himself. Rikki Rockett has some social media drama. New Simmons & Stanley. Bakko has an encounter with Ace Frehley's ex and mor…

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Imbalanced History: It's An Alice's Restaurant MassacreePeat!!! 37:17

11d ago37:17

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This Massacrepreat of our original episode from 2024 is dedicated to our dearly departed brother, Pierre Robert, as well as Alice Brock, the story's central figure, who passed away last year just before Thanksgiving. The roasting of the bird! The sharing of the bounty! A tradition that goes back to the earliest days of America. The Imbalanced Boys …

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Decibel Geek Podcast - Torpedo Dudes 4 All - "No Ship!" - Ep650 56:12

2h ago56:12

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We couldn't help but release a Torpedo Dudes episode to cover all the KISS news coming from the recent Vegas weekend and there's a lot to cover! We cover the major headlines around KISS this week: their tribute to Ace during the first unmasked show (and our thoughts on its delivery), Bruce Kulick joining them (sorta) during the electric set, Paul S…

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Music Buzzz Ep. 132: Raine Maida (Our Lady Peace) 28:58

9d ago28:58

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ABOUT RAINE MAIDA: Lead vocalist and primary songwriter of the alternative rock band Our Lady Peace, one of Canada’s most influential rock bands. OLP has shaped the alternative rock landscape for over three decades and sold over 5 million albums worldwide and garnered more than 360 million streams. They are among the elite 13 Music Canada Diamond-c…

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Bezos is back in startup mode, Amazon gets weird again, and the great old-car tech retrofit debate 32:44

13d ago32:44

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This week: Jeff Bezos is back in startup mode (sort of) with Project Prometheus — a $6.2 billion AI-for-the-physical-world venture that instantly became one of the most talked-about new companies in tech. We dig into what his return to the CEO title really means, why the company’s location is still a mystery, and how this echoes the era when Bezos …

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No Filler Rewind - Fleet Foxes: Helplessness Blues 1:22:34

9d ago1:22:34

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As we round out our stint of Autumn-forward Rewinds, we're revisiting an episode from 2018 in the early days of the podcast to once again gush and fawn over Robin Pecknold's lyrics and song composition on Fleet Foxes' second album Helplessness Blues. We also take a look at what makes Fleet Foxes stand out in the landscape of indie-folk from that e…

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Ugly American Werewolf in London: Queen - A Night at the Opera 1:27:33

13d ago1:27:33

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Queen found themselves in trouble in late 1975. They had a terrible management contract they were desperate to get out of, they'd had to cancel a tour which was only booked to recoup money and they had spent over 40,000 pounds (equal to over $600,000 today) at seven different studios trying to make their 4th album, A Night At The Opera. If it wasn'…

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Shout It Out Loudcast: Dorm Damage With Tom & Zeus "Loudwire - Top 80 Hard Rock + Metal Albums In The 1980s Part 4 Top 20" 18:32

13d ago18:32

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On the 119th Episode of Dorm Damage With Tom & Zeus the guys review the Loudwire article "Top 80 Hard Rock + Metal Albums In The 1980s Part 4, the Top 20" Loudwire ranks the top 80 hard rock and metal albums of the 1980s. Tom and Zeus both love hard rock and metal and so when they saw this article the guys wanted to dissect this list. The guys anal…

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What Difference Does It Make: Thanksgiving Music Favorites 50:40

14h ago50:40

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We talk turkey....and pie...and candy and occasionally about songs that make us think about Thanksgiving. This Thanksgiving episode from 2018 reminds us of how fortunate we are to have food, friends and music in our lives. We talk about Golden Girls, hippies throwing away trash and learn about the word "mondegreen". We are also very thankful to you…

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Metal Mayhem ROC: Led Zeppelin Author Denny Somach: Updated “Get the Led Out” — New Stories & Controversies 58:58

14d ago58:58

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FULL SHOW DESCRIPTION Renowned rock historian, producer, DJ,and author Denny Somach joins Metal Mayhem ROC to explore the newlyupdated 2025 edition of his classic book Get the Led Out: How Led ZeppelinBecame the Biggest Band in the World, originally released in 2012. Denny recounts Zeppelin’s journey from TheNew Yardbirds to worldwide domination, s…

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History in Five Songs Episode 334: Why a Rock ‘n’ Roll Song? 34:58

14d ago34:58

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In Episode 334 of History in Five Songs with Martin Popoff, Martin digs into why so many rock, metal, and even punk bands slip old-school 1950s-style rock-and-roll rave-ups into their albums, exploring the roots, motives, and surprising examples behind this enduring musical quirk. Whitesnake – “Bloody Luxury” Kiss – “Let Me Go, Rock ‘n’ Roll” Accep…

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Set Lusting Bruce - From the Jersey Shore to the Bruce Pit - A Conversation with Jack Kosowsky 54:14

12d ago54:14

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In this episode of Set Lusting Bruce, host Jesse Jackson welcomes Jack Kosowsky, a passionate Bruce Springsteen fan from New Jersey. Jack shares his journey as a lifelong Springsteen devotee, recounting memories of growing up near the Jersey Shore, the impact of Bruce's music on his life, and his experiences attending numerous Springsteen concerts.…

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VINYL RELICS/Crazy Horse Roads (1970): Stained Glass & the Last Stand of West Coast Psych 1:19:10

15d ago1:19:10

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EPYSODE 62: "Crazy Horse Roads" by Stained Glass. Guest: Stained Glass drummer Dennis Carrasco. Additional commentary by Uncle Herff. This week we trace the winding, electric path of Stained Glass through their powerful and often-overlooked 1970 album "Crazy Horse Roads", a burst of psychedelic energy from a band caught in the shifting tides of the…

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Shout It Out Loudcast: "Remembering Ace Frehley With Bandmates Ryan Spencer Cook & Jeremy Asbrock" 1:45:29

16d ago1:45:29

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This week Tom & Zeus welcome back the late great KISS guitarist Ace Frehley's bandmate's, Ryan Spencer Cook & Jeremy Asbrock to remember Ace. The KISS Army is still in shock after losing Ace Frehley. Two people feeling this loss uniquely are Ryan & Jeremy, Ace's bandmates and friends. Ryan & Jeremy share their thoughts about Ace, the guitar legend …

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Pearl Jam's Revolution: Author Salena Fragassi on 35 Years of Live Music & Legendary Shows 1:00:30

16d ago1:00:30

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In this episode of RNRA Digs Deeper, host Christian Swain sits down with veteran music journalist Selena Fragassi to excavate the history of one of modern rock's most significant acts: Pearl Jam. Delving into her beautifully crafted new book, Pearl Jam Live: 35 Years of Legendary Music and Revolutionary Shows, Salena provides a unique perspective o…

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My Weekly Mixtape: The Best Unplugged Songs - 10 Acoustic Versions That Reinvent the Originals 43:18

17d ago43:18

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This week, I’m pulling the plug—literally. Join me as I curate a playlist of 10 incredible unplugged performances where artists & bands strip songs down to their core, revealing a whole new level of emotion, energy, and meaning. These acoustic takes prove the fact that sometimes less really is more. Thank you to ⁠Patreon Mixtaper⁠ Cactus Pete for s…

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Only Three Lads: Top 5 Singer-Songwriter Albums of the 80s (with Will Dailey) 1:58:14

17d ago1:58:14

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This week, it's just "boys talking" (or lads conversing, if you will), as we welcome the sublime singer-songwriter Will Dailey as our Third Lad. Will has spent the past two decades perfecting a style that is not beholden to any one particular genre or set of influences, incorporating rock, folk, psych, funk, blues, and melodic pop into a catalogue …

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