Best The Imbalanced History Of Rock Podcasts (2025)

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"Space Ace" Remembered! 42:31

3d ago42:31

42:31

The Rock & Roll world lost a major figure when "Ace" Frehley succumbed to his injuries, sustained in a fall in his studio, on October 16... His impact and influence on the music world is clear, and Kiss fans feel the loss heavily... Ray and Markus discuss their own feelings, and impressions of the man, and his band, in this upbeat memorial. Since t…

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The Return Of Hollow Weenie Roast One! 43:29

10d ago43:29

43:29

For your scaring, and other frightening affairs, we Re-Present, (but for the first time ever since it came out on 10/26/20 - we swear), The Return Of Hollow Weenie Roast One!!! All of the scary! All of the hairy!!! All of the only marginally improved) by production advancements in the last 5 years) original "seasonal ep!" You can also listen to oth…

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Finally: Buckingham Nicks! 43:57

17d ago43:57

43:57

People joke about lost albums or icons, but this week Markus and Ray discuss one such thing that is very real: the long, forgotten re-issue of an album that didn't get enough love in its own time. Buckingham Nicks, was the duet debut by two of the most important ingredients in Fleetwood Mac since 1974! Friends since high school, Lindsey Buckingham …

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Renaissance Convergence with Jim McCarty & Annie Haslam 45:57

25d ago45:57

45:57

Word got out about tour dates and plans, just as Markus & Ray were about to sit down with Jim McCarty and Annie Haslam to discuss their unique upcoming short run of shows featuring their own music, and that of their shared love, the band Renaissance! Jim tells us about his plan for his part in this upcoming words and music celebration, and together…

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Why The World Needs Punk Rock More Than Ever! 49:57

1M ago49:57

49:57

We feel that Punk ethos embodies our humanity, and reflects our attitude in this world today. Find yours and get to it! ⁠Here's the link to that Reddit thread⁠ that helped sparked this episode! You might also want to read the full ⁠Why America Still Needs Punk Rock ⁠article! whatculture.com posted their ⁠21 Best Punk Rock Albums Of The 21st Century…

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Iggy Pop: American Caesar! 52:53

1M ago52:53

52:53

The story of Iggy Pop goes back to his Michigan roots, and his role in the groundbreaking Proto-Punk band The Stooges! Markus and Ray go through the years and the evolutions of his music, including his association with David Bowie. But through it all, Iggy, the man, the legend, the icon endures! Enjoy this episode about the roots of #PunkRock! All …

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5 Favorites: Blues Guitarists 27:54

2M ago27:54

27:54

Markus and Ray have talked about 5 Favorites in this area, but this time, they break out the wider topic of ALL Blues guitarists, not just the favored electric side of things! Send us your 5 Faves! Email us at [email protected]! All episodes are on your favorite podcast app, or right here via our web site: imbalancedhistory.com! Learn mor…

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Game Changers: The Dead's Europe '72 29:54

2M ago29:54

29:54

The Grateful Dead's Europe '72 was both an incredible ground-breaking live album, and the fulfillment of the band's dream of playing over there! Find out about the roots of "the plan," as the Imbalanced Boys dig into this 3-piece vinyl live monster! Ray mentions an article in SF Gate in the discussion. Check out that article here! Add your comments…

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Radar Love: The Golden Earring Story 31:00

2M ago31:00

31:00

The recent passing of Golden Earring co-founder George Kooymans, succumbing to ALS, caught both of our attention, as "kids" of the Golden Earring era! His lifelong partnership with his neighbor and brother-in-law, Marinus Gerritsen alone is a great tale. The guys share a lot of what they learned along the way. Plus, the music...ahhh their music! Le…

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Frank Zappa & The Mothers! 46:00

2M ago46:00

46:00

When approaching a discussion as vast as the music of Frank Zappa, the question is, "Where to begin?" The answer is: The Mothers, naturally. Markus and Ray talk about that incredible period, and the wealth and variety of music it gave us. Give us your Mothers Moment via email: [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit mega…

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Talkin' Jersey Metal With Frank White 45:33

2M ago45:33

45:33

Frank White and Alan Tecchio co-wrote the book, Jersey Metal, smash success! Frank stops for some great stories, an update on the pair's projects plus a surprise or two, all inside this episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy The Imbalanced History of Rock and Roll

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Killing Myths And Vampires with Glen E. Friedman 1:00:51

3M ago1:00:51

1:00:51

Glen E. Friedman joins the guys for a discussion about his newest book, Fearless Vampire Killers, focused on his photos of Bad Brains! While the conversation veers wildly, and includes some of his other work, the Imbalanced Boys focus on this new book, and its subject! Check out his web site, it links to everything!!! Learn more about your ad choic…

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Game Changers: Kiss Alive! 34:00

3M ago34:00

34:00

When they dig, they learn! What they learn, they share! The details, the locations, and the truth, when it is out there. Also, like so many episodes, the Imbalanced Ones get a surprise or two in this journey into and through Kiss' legendary Alive album. A true #GameChanger! Email us your Kiss Alive story at: [email protected] Learn more a…

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5 Favorites: Rock Movies! 35:34

3M ago35:34

35:34

Movies and Rock n' Roll! Two things that have gone together since the 1950s! In this episode of 5 Favorites, the Imbalanced Brothers discuss those amazing films that rocked their era! These are the films that the guys felt the most. That's why it's called Five Favorites! Kick back and enjoy, then email us your 5 Faves at [email protected]…

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Summer Vacay 25: Steely Dan: Two Against Everything 49:04

3M ago49:04

49:04

This #SummerVacay25 episode is a repeat of our dive into the world of Steely Dan! With a passion for their music and the times, one of the Imbalanced Brothers had more "prime exposure" to the band, but both of them show their understanding and love for this amazing band! Sure, it's a story about Donald and Walter, but it's also a look inside the st…

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The Magic Of It All...Remembering Dave Cousins! 51:19

4M ago51:19

51:19

When Strawbs were releasing their album, The Magic Of It All, we heard from our friend Scott Bluebond, that David Cousins was talking about it! Given the chance to delve into their long, storied history, we quickly accepted. It did so well that we re-released it last year. Sadly, we have reason to do so again. This past we we lost the man. Such a s…

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Summer Vacay 25: Rush! All For One! 49:19

4M ago49:19

49:19

Rush! #AllForOne is one of those special episodes that sideswiped One Of Us early on! Both Imbalanced Boys love their Rush, in every phase! They take this trip together, discussing the band's path, and their own. This repeat for #SummerVacay25 is the band's first, and not last, episode on the podcast! Kick back and enjoy! And keep the Summer going!…

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Summer Vacay 25: One Hit Wonders Of The 70s! 42:04

4M ago42:04

42:04

This week, and for the month of July, we present our Summer Vacation 25! Each week we will present a previously not-repeated episode of the podcast! First up, we dig back to 2023 for "5 Favorite: One Hot Wonders Of The '70s!" redux! It was fun then, and we think you'll enjoy the ride this week, in the Summertime! Have some Summer!!! Learn more abou…

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The Cure's Never Ending Story 42:17

4M ago42:17

42:17

The story of The Cure is a long tale, stretching back to the early/mid 1970s, which may surprise some people. Markus leads an early days exploration, as he and Ray weigh in on their personal intersections with the band. As they discuss the music, the Imbalanced Boys also identify future sonic signatures, in early recordings, that led to their massi…

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Becoming Led Zeppelin 50:24

5M ago50:24

50:24

Ever since the guys heard about what is now, Becoming Led Zeppelin, they knew they wanted to "do their review" of whatever it was. Life gets busy, as the movie hit theaters briefly, then Imax, but when it hit Netflix, our intrepid, yet imbalanced boys set to enjoying it with great vigor! They laughed knowingly at the known parts, and shared surpris…

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5 Favorites: Songs Of Summer 35:42

5M ago35:42

35:42

On the cusp of Summer, the guys dig into an episode of 5 Favorites, highlighting their favorite Songs Of Summer! The music and the weather work together for most of us, but sometimes a song alone can invoke the feeling... Post your 5 Favorites on our Facebook page, in the comments section on Spotify, or via email to: [email protected] "An…

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Spending Some Time With John Lodge 34:20

5M ago34:20

34:20

John Lodge of The Moody Blues stops by for a visit on this week's episode of the podcast! His https://www.johnlodge.com/pages/tour-dateshttps://www.johnlodge.com/pages/tour-dates, and we get the lowdown on what's going on as the dates approach! John tells about other things going on, and about his future plans. He also gives insight into his prepar…

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Down In Monterey 45:54

5M ago45:54

45:54

A lot of things started at 1967's Monterey Pop Festival; the era of the multi-day festival, people finding ways to "survive" three days together for music's sake, and, maybe most importantly, it launched The Summer Of Love! Growing beyond its initial scope, taking on its own life energy, to the chagrin of at least one of the originators! (Find out …

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All About Tool! 37:22

6M ago37:22

37:22

To be singular in your field, a true original, a genre bender... These are not aspirations, but these thing DO happen! The manner in which Tool formed, evolved, and re-formed over decades of making amazing heavy music, is told in this episode. The music is explored and discussed, of course, but...this episode is two fans from the start, finally get…

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5 Favorites: Beatles Songs 25:03

6M ago25:03

25:03

Our "game show" of 5 Favorites is fun because there are no wrong answers! Just favorites! So Markus and Ray dug into one of the deepest topics in this area, The Beatles. Their songs are beyond legendary, and they produced a very deep catalog of great songs. So, trying to figure out their 5 Favorites might seem impossible when it comes to those lads…

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The Imbalanced History Of Rock Podcasts

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The Imbalanced History of Rock and Roll

The Imbalanced History of Rock and Roll

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"Space Ace" Remembered! 42:31

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The Return Of Hollow Weenie Roast One! 43:29

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Finally: Buckingham Nicks! 43:57

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Renaissance Convergence with Jim McCarty & Annie Haslam 45:57

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Why The World Needs Punk Rock More Than Ever! 49:57

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Iggy Pop: American Caesar! 52:53

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5 Favorites: Blues Guitarists 27:54

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Game Changers: The Dead's Europe '72 29:54

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Radar Love: The Golden Earring Story 31:00

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Frank Zappa & The Mothers! 46:00

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Talkin' Jersey Metal With Frank White 45:33

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Killing Myths And Vampires with Glen E. Friedman 1:00:51

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Game Changers: Kiss Alive! 34:00

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5 Favorites: Rock Movies! 35:34

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Summer Vacay 25: Steely Dan: Two Against Everything 49:04

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The Magic Of It All...Remembering Dave Cousins! 51:19

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Summer Vacay 25: Rush! All For One! 49:19

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Summer Vacay 25: One Hit Wonders Of The 70s! 42:04

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The Cure's Never Ending Story 42:17

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Becoming Led Zeppelin 50:24

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5 Favorites: Songs Of Summer 35:42

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Spending Some Time With John Lodge 34:20

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Down In Monterey 45:54

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All About Tool! 37:22

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5 Favorites: Beatles Songs 25:03

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