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    From Drummer To Spy: An 80s Metal Band's Secret Tale [Episode 296]

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 24:38


    The story of the drummer in an 80s metal band who is about to have it all: absurd wealth, global fame, and a dream girlfriend. But an unwitting role as an international spy? Author Travis Kennedy tells us the story!Purchase a copy of The Whyte Python World Tour: A NovelVisit Travis Kennedy's websiteVisit the Whyte Python band website ---------- BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:BLUESKYFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

    Jerry Garcia: Personal Struggles Behind The Legend [Highlight From Episode 294]

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 2:22


    Author and long-time Grateful Dead publicist Dennis McNally recalls Jerry Garcia's personal struggles during his final years.Listen To Episode 294: Haight-Ashbury: The Epicenter Of 60s Counterculture---------- BookedOnRock.comThe Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:BLUESKYFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com

    Epic And Infamous Moments That Defined Rock Music [Episode 295]

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 40:46


    The Kinks once played a concert organized by serial killer John Wayne Gacy? It's true! This story and much more with Andrew Craneman, author of The Rock And Roll Almanac: A Day-By-Day Journey Through 70 Years of Legendary Music History.Purchase a copy of The Rock And Roll Almanac: A Day-By-Day Journey Through 70 Years of Legendary Music History Follow The Rock And Roll Almanac/Andrew CranemanBlueskyFacebookInstagramX---------- BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich: BLUESKY FACEBOOK INSTAGRAM TIKTOK X Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

    Haight-Ashbury: The Epicenter Of 60s Counterculture [Episode 294]

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2025 58:31


    Author and long-time Grateful Dead publicist, Dennis McNally, joins us to discuss the iconic San Francisco Haight-Ashbury counterculture movement of the 60s. How it began, the many whose belief built it, and its lasting impact almost six decades later.Purchase a copy of The Last Great Dream: How Bohemians Became Hippies and Created the Sixties Visit Dennis McNally's website ---------- BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:BLUESKYFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

    Mike Nesmith's Psychedelic Thanksgiving Dinner [Episode 292 Highlight]

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2025 5:29


    A wild Thanksgiving tale from musician Barry Greenfield featuring Mike Nesmith of The Monkees and a dessert you won't believe!Listen To Episode 292: Tales Of Apple Records & Psychedelic Feasts: Barry Greenfield's Journey---------- BookedOnRock.comThe Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:BLUESKYFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com

    John Lee Hooker Jr. Returns With New Song 'Heaven Rules' [Episode 293]

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 18:42


    John Lee Hooker Jr is back with a bang! Loving his new single "Heaven Rules" and wasn't expecting a reference to OJ Simpson in the song and video. Reverend Hooker explains it all in this episode!Visit John Lee Hooker Jr's websitePurchase a CD copy of John Lee Hooker Jr's new single "Heaven Rules"Watch a video teaser for John Lee Hooker Jr's new single "Heave Rules"Purchase a copy of John Lee Hooker Jr's book From the Shadow of the Blues: My Story of Music, Addiction, and Redemption---------- BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:BLUESKYFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

    Tales Of Apple Records & Psychedelic Feasts: Barry Greenfield's Journey [Episode 292]

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 78:52


    He was offered a deal with Apple Records, toured with John Lee Hooker, recorded an unreleased masterpiece at RCA Studios in Hollywood, and had a very psychedelic Thanksgiving dinner with Mike Nesmith of The Monkees. All these incredible stories from musician Barry Greenfield!Purchase a copy of My Journey to Blue Sky Listen To Barry Greenfield's Blue Sky Album (Deluxe Edition 2024)Visit Barry Greenfield's websiteEmail Barry Greenfield at barrygreenfield@shaw.ca---------- BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:BLUESKYFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

    Unlocking The Secrets Of Rock Book Publishing [Episode 291]

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2025 68:28


    From brainstorming to hitting the shelves, find out what it takes to publish a rock and roll book. Learn the ins and outs from music book publishing insiders Steve Roth and Dennis Pernu of Motorbooks.Go to the Quarto Books website for the latest and upcoming releases from MotorbooksListen to Steven Roth's Podcasts The DLRCast and Another Cool Rock Podcast---------- BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:BLUESKYFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

    Jon Bon Jovi's Stacks Of Cash! [Episode 276 Highlight]

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2025 2:05


    New Jersey musician and long-time friend of Jon Bon Jovi, Wayne Olivieri, recalls the time he rode on the Bon Jovi jet and witnessed firsthand how much money the band was making each night. Listen To The Complete Episode ---------- BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:BLUESKYFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com

    The Pink Floyd Airship [Episode 273 Highlight]

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 6:42


    Paul Rappaport, former Columbia Records VP, shares an insider tale about the biggest rock marketing event in history - The Pink Floyd Airship.Listen To The Complete Episode---------- BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:BLUESKYFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com

    Was Phil Collins Overexposed In The 80s? [Episode 277 Highlight]

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2025 2:23


    In this episode highlight, Gary Graff, editor of "501 Essential Albums of the '80s", and I explore whether Phil Collins was overexposed during the '80s. Give us your thoughts!Listen To The Complete Episode ---------- BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:BLUESKYFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com

    Why Do We Get Pleasure From Repetition In Music? [Episode 290]

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 42:06


    Play it again...and again...and again! Why do we find pleasure in repetition when it comes to our rock music? Find out why from author and theoretical linguist Samuel Jay Keyser. Purchase a copy of Play It Again, Sam: Repetition in the ArtsFollow Samuel Jay Keyser on FacebookListen to Peter Vukmirovic Stevens & Samuel Jay Keyser's The World Is Filled With Empty Places ---------- BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:BLUESKYFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

    The Band's Richard Manuel: His Life, Music & Tragic Death [Episode 289]

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2025 58:39


    A talk with author Stephen Lewis about Richard Manuel of The Band. We explore Manuel's musical legacy, his life story, and his heartbreaking end.  Purchase a copy of Richard Manuel: His Life and Music, from the Hawks and Bob Dylan to The BandVisit Stephen Lewis's websiteListen to Stephen Lewis's podcast Talk From The Rock Room ---------- BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:BLUESKYFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

    50 Years Of KISS On Film, TV & Home Video [Episode 288]

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 65:43


    A deep dive into KISS on film, TV, and video with author John Harrison. The early appearances, the bizarre, the funny, the forgotten, the famous, the infamous. We cover it all!Purchase a copy of Creatures of the Screen - The Uncensored (and Unofficial) History of Kissploitation on Film, Television & Home VideoFollow John Harrison on FacebookVisit John Harrison's blog site ---------- BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:BLUESKYFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

    The 80s Most Essential Albums [Episode 277]

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 57:41


    This episode, we go back to the 1980s with Gary Graff, editor of 501 Essential Albums of the '80s: The Music Fan's Definitive Guide. We dive into the greatest albums of the 1980s. From epic hair bands to groundbreaking alternative sounds and iconic MTV moments, we're breaking down the decade's best. Purchase a copy of 501 Essential Albums of the '80s: The Music Fan's Definitive Guide Follow Gary Graff BlueskyFacebook InstagramX---------- BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich: FACEBOOK INSTAGRAM TIKTOK X Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

    Chasing Rock & Roll Dreams: The Ups, Downs & Hard Lessons Learned [Episode 276]

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2025 65:42


    This is the first-hand account of what it's like chasing rock and roll dreams. New Jersey rocker Wayne Olivieri shares the ups, the downs, and the hard lessons learned. Plus, stories of The Ramones, Blondie, his 16-year friendship with Jon Bon Jovi, how he facilitated an on-stage jam with Jon and Bruce Springsteen, his flag football fight with Sebastian Bach, and having a quick but memorable chat with Frank Sinatra!Purchase a copy of The Undiscovered Showman: A True Story of Being Almost FamousFollow The New Bardots on FacebookFollow Wayne Olivieri on FacebookFollow Wayne Olivieri on Instagram Listen to The New Bardots ---------- BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:FACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOK Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

    Hits & Horror: Inside Stories with Producer/Film Composer Fred Mollin [Episode 275]

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 61:53


    In the latest episode, Grammy-nominated, Juno Award-winning producer Fred Mollin shares stories of working with legends like Michael McDonald, and Billy Joel. Plus, hear about his prank on Rod Stewart, dealing with a doped-up Harry Nilsson with a nasty attitude, his work on the Friday the 13th films, and more!Purchase a copy of Unplugged: Stories and Secrets from a Life of Making Records, Scoring Film, and Working with the Legends of MusicVisit FredMollinUnplugged.comVisit Fred Mollin's official website ---------- BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:ACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

    The British Rock Invasion Of 1964 [Episode 274]

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2025 34:04


    Author Gene Popa explores the British Invasion of 1964. Discover how it started, the legendary bands that rose to fame, and its lasting impact on rock music, fashion, and film!Purchase a copy of British Invasion '64 - The Year That Changed Rock & Roll ForeverFollow Gene Popa on Facebook ---------- BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:FACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

    The Art Of Rock Promotion with Columbia Records Veteran Paul Rappaport [Episode 273]

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 82:54


    Legendary music industry veteran and former Columbia Records VP Paul Rappaport shares behind-the-scenes moments with icons like Springsteen, Dylan, Pink Floyd, and more!Purchase a copy of Gliders Over Hollywood: Airships, Airplay, And The Art Of Rock PromotionVisit the Gliders Over Hollywood website---------- BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:FACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

    The Innovation of Gene Krupa and His Impact on Rock Drumming [Episode 272]

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 51:31


    Step into the story of Gene Krupa, the drumming legend who shaped the sound of classic rock and inspired icons like John Bonham, Keith Moon, Ringo Starr, and more. Let's celebrate the man behind the beat with author Elizabeth Rosenthal!Purchase a copy of The Master of Drums: Gene Krupa and the Music He Gave the WorldVisit Elizabeth Rosenthal's website---------- BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:FACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

    Rebellion & Revolution: Bob Dylan In The '60s [Episode 271]

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 31:17


    Explore Bob Dylan's groundbreaking 1960s music that shaped rock and culture. From iconic albums like Highway 61 Revisited and Blonde on Blonde to timeless songs like "Blowin' in the Wind" and "Like a Rolling Stone" — we cover it all with author Sean Egan!Purchase a copy of Decade Of Dissent: How 1960s Bob Dylan Changed The World---------- BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:FACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

    Mike Campbell's "Heartbreaker: A Memoir" - A Deep Dive Review [Episode 268]

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2025 98:42


    It's a deep dive into Mike Campbell's new memoir, Heartbreaker with Tom Petty Project host Kevin Brown. Hear about his nearly 50-year bond with Tom Petty, plus get the stories behind several iconic Petty hits, including 'American Girl,' 'Refugee,' 'You Got Lucky', 'Free Fallin',' and the Don Henley classic 'Boys of Summer.' Purchase a copy of Mike Campbell's Heartbreaker: A MemoirListen to Kevin Brown's Tom Petty Project podcast ---------- BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:FACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

    The Price of Music Stardom: Is it Worth What You Risk Losing? [Episode 267]

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 62:16


    The story of a young musician chasing his dreams during turbulent times. After losing his girlfriend, his band, and his best friend, he has to decide whether success is worth the cost. Purchase a copy of Peter McDade's King Cal Listen To The King Cal soundtrack Visit Peter McDade's website---------- BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:FACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

    Boz Scaggs: Exploring His Musical Journey [Episode 268]

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2025 26:15


    A look at the legendary career of Boz Scaggs — his rise to fame, the stories behind his iconic hits “Lido Shuffle” and “Lowdown”, his friendship and working relationship with Steve Miller, why he stepped away from the music business in the 80s, his eventual return, and more with author Jude Warne!Purchase a copy of Lowdown: The Music of Boz ScaggsVisit Jude Warne's website Listen To A Playlist Of Boz Scaggs---------- BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:FACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

    The Making Of A Classic: Queen's 'A Night At the Opera' [Episode 267]

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 39:42


    Queen's groundbreaking album 'A Night at the Opera turns 50'. How it would change the course of the band's future, the tape disaster that almost was with the song 'Bohemian Rhapsody', the album track that almost led to a lawsuit, and much more with author Gillian Gaar!Purchase a copy of Queen & A Night at the Opera: 50 YearsFollow Gillian Gaar:FacebookX Listen To 'A Night At The Opera' ---------- BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:FACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

    Ageless Wonders: The Evolution Of Legacy Artists [Episode 266]

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2025 71:14


    How enduring icons like Dylan, Springsteen, The Stones, The Beatles, and Pink Floyd remain on top in the ever-changing music game. Why do rock stars never retire? Find out in this episode with author David Hepworth!Purchase a copy of Hope I Get Old Before I Die: Why Rock Stars Never Retire Visit David Hepworth's websiteFollow David Hepworth:FacebookInstagramX---------- BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:FACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

    The Zombies: Rise, Fall & Resurrection [Episode 265]

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 52:05


    Author Robin Platts tells the story of The Zombies—how they got their name, their fortuitous record deal, their iconic Odyssey and Oracle album (and why it was misspelled), the creation of their timeless classic 'Time of the Season,' their breakup, imposter bands, and their 2004 reunion.Purchase a copy of Times and Seasons – The Rise and Fall and Rise of The Zombies Episode Playlist ---------- BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:FACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

    The Beginning of The Beatles Sound: Exploring the Early Influences [Episode 264]

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2025 65:17


    Best-selling and award-winning authors Robert Rodriguez and Jerry Hammack are on the podcast to talk about Ribbons Of Rust: The Beatles' Recording History In Context: Volume 1 - July 1954 Through January 1963.The Beatles' story has been told many times, but often with little focus on their personal experiences during their era. John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, Ringo Starr, and producer George Martin were influenced by the sounds around them. Ribbons of Rust presents their journey by immersing readers in the music and times they lived in. The first volume, richly illustrated with period artifacts, takes you with The Beatles from their early inspirations to their initial compositions and covers. Rodriguez and Hammack explore how The Beatles developed their sound in Liverpool and Hamburg, drawing on American rock 'n' roll and deeper cultural traditions, ultimately securing a recording contract with EMI. Spanning July 1954 to January 1963, the book details the post-war British music scene and the influences that shaped The Beatles, bringing readers into the studio with them, from early Liverpool recordings to Hamburg sessions. Purchase a copy of Ribbons Of Rust: The Beatles' Recording History In Context: Volume 1 - July 1954 Through January 1963Visit the Ribbons Of Rust websiteVisit Jerry Hammack's websiteVisit Robert Rodriguez's Something About The Beatles Podcast websiteSign on to Robert Rodriguez's newsletter for regular updates at satb2010@gmail.com---------- BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:FACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

    The Musical Maverick: Paul McCartney in the 90s [Episode 263]

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2025 58:11


    We're talking Paul McCartney in this episode. Specifically his music during the decade of the 90s. Author JR Moores has a new book out now titled Off The Ground: Paul McCartney in the 1990s. This was an era like no other for McCartney, perhaps even the most significant decade of his entire career after the 1960s.Following a shakier 1980s, the decade would see him reemerge with greater energy, momentum, and self-belief. JR Moores's sympathetic but not uncritical new book explores McCartney's '90s, with its impressive studio and live albums, colossal tours, unexpected side-projects, imaginative collaborations, forays into classical composition, some new Beatles numbers, and a whole lot more besides. Moores reveals how McCartney's reputation began to be perceived more generously by the public, and he argues that his output and activities in the '90s would uncover more about the person behind them than in any other decade. Purchase a copy of Off The Ground: Paul McCartney in the 1990sFollow JJ Moores:BlueskyInstagramX Episode Playlist ---------- BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:FACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

    The Evolution Of Expression: Exploring the Creative Process with Triumph's Rik Emmett [Episode 262]

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2025 74:43


    Rik Emmett of Triumph returns to the podcast. The singer/songwriter/guitarist behind the hit Triumph songs “Hold On”, “Lay It On The Line”, “Fight The Good Fight”, “Magic Power”, and “Somebody's Out There” is about to release his second book. Ten Telecaster Tales: Liner Notes for a Guitar and Its Music. The followup to his memoir Lay It On The Line, Ten Telecaster Tales remakes the idea of the “concept album.” It is music that arrives inside a book. It's also, arguably, the most comprehensive attempt at liner notes in the history of electric instrumental fingerstyle guitar albums.  Emmett delves into the creative process — the roots, influences, philosophy, and spirituality involved in writing and recording and breaks down the ten tracks included on his brand new album titled Ten Telecaster Tales.Purchase a copy of Ten Telecaster Tales: Liner Notes for a Guitar and Its Music Episode Playlist ----------BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:FACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

    Fountains of Wayne: Pop Success, Tragedy, and Beyond [Episode 261]

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2025 35:55


    Author Fiona McQuarrie's new book titled Fountains of Wayne is the first full-length biography of the band Fountains of Wayne. The book goes beyond their huge hit "Stacy's Mom" to explore the group's entire history and the lasting legacy of the group's music. With their brilliantly written songs, which combine smart pop melodies with keenly observed lyrical portraits of ordinary life, Fountains of Wayne have acquired devoted fans all around the world. McQuarrie chronicles the highs and lows of the group's career, demonstrating why the band continues to be admired, listened to, and celebrated.Purchase a copy of Fountains of WayneVisit Fiona McQuarrie's websites:writingonmusic.comfionamcquarrie.comFollow Fiona McQuarrie:BlueskyX Episode Playlist ---------- BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:FACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

    David Bowie's Journey From Pop Stardom to Artistic Reinvention: 1983-2016 [Episode 260]

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2025 90:01


    Author Don Klees is on the podcast to talk about his new book David Bowie: 1983-2016 Every Album, Every Song. It's part of Sonicbond Publishing's On Track series.In a career full of twists and turns, none was as sharp as the one David Bowie experienced after his 1983 album Let's Dance. The record gave Bowie the hit that he wanted but completely altered his artistic standing in the process. Instead of an innovator who pushed rock music forward, the singer found himself a global superstar with a mass audience whose tastes he didn't understand and who reciprocated this feeling as the 1980s unfolded. After immersing himself in the band project Tin Machine, Bowie spent the 1990s embracing reinvention and experimentation with mixed but often fascinating results, leading to a full-fledged renaissance early in the 21st century. From there, his story only got stranger; 2013's The Next Day was a triumphant comeback after years of self-imposed silence. Meanwhile, 2016's Blackstar stood among his most challenging albums and became the final release of his lifetime. One constant is that the records David Bowie released during this time were ultimately the result of his artistic vision, wherever it took him. This book considers all those releases on their own merits, away from the shadow of his 1970s landmarks. Even if Bowie himself didn't always appreciate the results, every album featured songs worthy of his reputation.Purchase a copy of David Bowie: 1983-2016 Every Album, Every Song in the UKPurchase a copy of David Bowie: 1983-2016 Every Album, Every Song in the USFollow Don Klees:Facebook Instagram Episode Playlist ---------- BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:FACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe 

    John Lennon's Final Interview: A Rock Journalist's Journey [Episode 259]

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2025 39:37


    Laurie Kaye is the last-ever reporter to interview John Lennon before his assassination. In fact, she was with John and Yoko just hours before his death. She's on the podcast to talk about that fateful day and her book Confessions of a Rock 'n' Roll Name-Dropper: My Life Leading up to John Lennon's Last Interview.Kaye is a writer and producer, and this book is her long-awaited memoir. In it, we read about Kaye's music-related early life wrapped around that day in December 1980 which Kaye spent with John Lennon and Yoko Ono at the legendary Dakota apartment building on Manhattan's Upper West Side. On December 8, 1980, while working for RKO Radio, Kaye, a then twenty-something rock journalist, co-conducted an interview with her longtime idol, John Lennon. It was to become Lennon's final interview on what tragically turned out to be his last day on the planet. That evening, John Lennon was gunned down by a man Kaye had encountered just hours before.Purchase a copy of Confessions of a Rock 'n' Roll Name-Dropper: My Life Leading up to John Lennon's Last Interview Visit the Confessions of a Rock 'n' Roll Name-Dropper website ---------- BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:FACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

    Quiet Riot: Rise, Fall, and Resurrection [Episode 258]

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2025 56:59


    Greg Prato makes his return to the Booked On Rock podcast. His latest book is Bang Your Head, Feel The Noize: The Quiet Riot Story. Comprised of quotes from interviews past and present and featuring many rare vintage photos, Greg examines all eras of the band: their '70s period which featured guitar legend Randy Rhoads in their line-up, through the blockbuster Metal Health period of the early 80s, and all the way to the modern day version of the group. We cover those eras in this episode!Purchase a copy of Bang Your Head, Feel The Noize: The Quiet Riot StoryFollow Greg Prato on X Episode Playlist ---------- BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:FACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

    The Lost Legends of Canadian Glam Rock [Episode 257]

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2025 56:50


    This episode's guest is Robert Dayton, the author of Cold Glitter: The Untold Story of Canadian Glam. Dayton taps his Canadian roots to reveal mind-blowing stories of musicians fighting to be heard. It's a universal story of determined creators striving to make their voices heard.Dayton has spent years researching and interviewing ground-breaking musicians trapped by geography, colonial mindsets, and the difficulties of penetrating the cultural behemoth that is the United States. We get to many of the bands in the book including the band that featured a 16-year old then unknown Canadian singer Bryan Adams. And remember K-Tel records? Yup, it came from Canada. Robert gets to that and much, much more in this episode!Purchase a copy of Cold Glitter: The Untold Story of Canadian Glam Episode Playlist ---------- BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:FACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

    A Walk On The Wild Side: Adventures With Andy Warhol Superstar Holly Woodlawn [Episode 256]

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2025 75:50


    Jeff Copeland is the author of the new book Love You Madly, Holly Woodlawn: A Walk On The Wild Side With Andy Warhol's Most Fabulous Superstar. By the mid-1980s, Holly Woodlawn, once lauded by George Cukor for her performance in the 1970 Warhol production and Paul Morrissey directed Trash, and the inspiration to the opening verse of the 1973 Lou Reed song “Walk On The Wildside”, was washed up. But a chance meeting with Copeland, who moved to Hollywood with dreams of ‘making it' as a television writer, changed the course of BOTH of their lives forever. This is the story of how an unlikely friendship between a young gay writer and a “mature” trans-gender actress and performer created the bestselling autobiography of 1991, A Low Life in High Heels. Purchase a copy of Love You Madly, Holly Woodlawn: A Walk On The Wild Side With Andy Warhol's Most Fabulous SuperstarJoin the Love You Madly, Holly Woodlawn Facebook pageVisit the Love You Madly, Holly Woodlawn YouTube channel Visit Jeff Copeland's Facebook page---------- BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:FACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

    Exploring the Legendary Tour History of the Mahavishnu Orchestra: 1971-1973 [Episode 255]

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2025 72:50


    Author Walter Kolosky is this episode's guest to tell us about his new book Mahavishnu Memories: The Remarkable Tour History of the Legendary Mahavishnu Orchestra. The author of the acclaimed Power, Passion, and Beauty: The Story of the Legendary Mahavishnu Orchestra, Kolosky spent years researching and digging deep behind the scenes to bring us this remarkable tour history of the Mahavhishnu Orchestra. Kolosky tells the remarkable tale with the help of fans, journalists, musicians, and the crew that traveled with the band. Personal remembrances take front and center in this story. Seeing and hearing Mahavishnu in person had a profound effect on many lives that have carried on to this very day.Purchase a copy of Mahavishnu Memories: The Remarkable Tour History of the Legendary Mahavishnu OrchestraPurchase a copy of Power, Passion, and Beauty: The Story of the Legendary Mahavishnu OrchestraVisit WalterKolosky.comEpisode Playlist ---------- BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:FACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

    1991: The Rise of Grunge Rock and Its Impact on Music and Culture [Episode 254]

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2025 68:49


    Rob Janicke is the author of Slacker: 1991, Teen Spirit Angst, and the Generation It Created. Rob explores the role of music and culture, from the early 90s alternative and grunge movement, and the impact it had on the generations that followed. Comprised of history, research, and interviews with musicians, industry execs, writers, sociologists, therapists, and Rob's point of view as a writer, indie-record label owner, and fan, this is an intriguing look back at an amazing year and time in rock history. Purchase a copy of Slacker: 1991, Teen Spirit Angst, and the Generation It Created Order A Limited 1st Print Run Edition/Signed Copy of Slacker: 1991, Teen Spirit Angst, and the Generation It CreatedVisit Rob Janicke's websiteVisit Rob Janicke's Generation Riff blogFollow the Grunge Bible Instagram page Listen To Rob Janicke's Curated "Slacker Songs" Playlist ---------- BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:FACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

    John Lee Hooker Jr's Journey: Music, Addiction, and Redemption [Episode 253]

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2025 56:57


    Our guest is John Lee Hooker Jr. who has a new book out titled From The Shadow Of The Blues: My Story of Music, Addiction, and Redemption. The son of blues legend John Lee Hooker—best known for hit songs like “Boogie Chillun,” “I'm in the Mood,” and “Boom Boom”—John Lee Hooker Jr. was born in Detroit and exposed to the music world from an early age, singing as a featured attraction in his father's shows as a teenager. In 1972, he and his father performed live and recorded an album in Soledad Prison. Junior seemed to have a golden ticket to a successful music career, but trouble brewed. His father's marriage was in trouble, and the family was ripped apart.Drug addiction and a series of related crimes, including as a con player, landed Junior in and out of jails and prisons—including the infamous San Quentin—for three decades. Shot, stabbed, and convicted multiple times, Junior was at his lowest point doing time at a Santa Rita jail. Still, he emerged clean and sober and began a successful career as a blues singer, earning two Grammy nominations and even opening for the Rolling Stones. The life of a blues musician had its rewards but also its perils, and in 2019 Junior decided to devote himself fully to his faith. Today, Reverend John Lee Hooker Jr. testifies, preaches, and performs gospel music in churches and prisons across the U.S. and Germany. This is an amazing, inspiring story. Purchase a copy of From the Shadow of the Blues: My Story of Music, Addiction, and RedemptionVisit John Lee Hooker Jr's website Episode Playlist ---------- BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:FACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

    Shooting Stars: Rock & Roll Tales with Photographer John Rowlands [Episode 252]

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2025 47:09


    This episode's guests are rock n roll photographer John Rowlands and author Bob Klanac. They have a new book called Shooting Stars, Telling Tales: Behind the Lens of John Rowlands. John is a legendary rock and roll photographer. As a teen, he toured with the Dave Clark Five, The Rolling Stones, and The Beatles. He's photographed David Bowie, the Who, Rush, Kiss, Sam Cooke, Linda Ronstadt, Jimi Hendrix, Bob Dylan, Rod Stewart, Bruce Springsteen, Leonard Cohen, Elvis Presley, and many more. John has some amazing stories to share in this episode!Purchase a copy of Shooting Stars, Telling Tales: Behind the Lens of John RowlandsContact John Rowlands at johnrobertrowlands@gmail.comFollow Bob Klanac on Facebook ---------- BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:FACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

    Phil Lynott: The Journey of Thin Lizzy's Iconic Frontman [Episode 251]

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2025 59:02


    Author Alan Byrne is a first-time guest. He has a new book on the late great Phil Lynott called Philip Lynott: Renegade. This is a brand new edition of the book originally released in 2012. It's the story of the pioneering Irish musician, from his early days on his beloved Dublin music scene through the adventurous days of Thin Lizzy, the band he led for thirteen years. Once mainstream success came his way with Thin Lizzy's powerhouse Jailbreak album in 1976, his musical thirst only heightened, and this book also offers an intimate insight into his musical experimentation beyond the Thin Lizzy framework. From the slow burn of his rise with Thin Lizzy to the unfortunate and unnecessary outcome of his short life, Renegade offers a vantage point from the people who were by his side through it all.Purchase a copy of Philip Lynott: Renegade Episode PlaylistFollow Alan Byrne on Facebook ---------- BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:FACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

    Van Halen, Iconic Guitarists & Must-Read Rock Books with Final Resonance TV's Jeff Goebel [Episode 250]

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2025 78:47


    It's another chapter in The Dialogue Series - A chill ‘n chat with authors, fellow podcasters, musicians, and more. My guest is Jeff Goebel. Jeff is an accomplished guitarist who performs about 200 gigs a year with multiple bands, including Retro Rock Revival, Plan B, and the Huntstville-Alabama based Van Halen tribute band Forever Unchained. Jeff is a huge Van Halen fan. He hosts the show Van Halen Stories on his YouTube channel Final Resonance TV, and is a fellow contributing writer for the Van Halen News Desk. We talk about our love of all things Van Halen, Jeff's YouTube channel, some of his favorite guests, his thoughts on Alex Van Halen's recent book Brothers, and other books on rock he's read and would like to see someday written.Visit the Final Resonance TV YouTube ChannelFollow Jeff Goebel:FacebookInstagramX---------- BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:FACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

    Journeys of a Street Musician: Adventures in Busking [Episode 249]

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2025 41:55


    This episode's guest is Cary Baker. He is the author of the new book Down On The Corner: Adventures In Busking & Street Music. This is the story of music performed on the streets, in subways, in parks, in schoolyards, on the back of flatbed trucks, and beyond, from the 1920s to the present day. Anyone who has lived in or traveled through a city will have encountered street musicians of one kind or another. For the first time, veteran journalist and music-industry publicist Cary Baker tells the complete history of these musicians and the music they play.Purchase a copy of Down On The Corner: Adventures In Busking & Street MusicVisit Cary Baker's website ---------- BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:FACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

    Kinks Chronicles: Fans Share 60 Years of Stories [Episode 248]

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2025 55:18


    A first-time guest on the podcast, Chris Kocher is here to talk about his new book Thank You For The Days: Fans Of The Kinks Share 60 Years Of Stories. In Thank You for the Days, fans from around the world share how The Kinks have inspired and shaped their lives. From unforgettable concerts and offstage encounters to enduring friendships forged through a shared love of the music. Whether you're a 'dedicated follower,' a casual fan, or simply a lover of rock history, you'll find something in this book that will inspire you, make you laugh, or tug at your heart ― much like The Kinks' music does.Purchase a copy of Thank You For The Days: Fans Of The Kinks Share 60 Years Of Stories in the US (1/31/25)Purchase a copy of Thank You For The Days: Fans Of The Kinks Share 60 Years Of Stories in the UK Episode Playlist ---------- BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:FACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

    Cheap Trick's Journey to Stardom: From Rockford Roots to Budokan and Beyond [Episode 247]

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2024 101:38


    Ross Warner is making his first appearance on the podcast. Ross is the author of the brand new book American Standard: Cheap Trick from the Bars to the Budokan and Beyond. Warner tells the unlikely story of the band's path to greatness, from their origins in Rockford, Illinois to their massively successful live album At Budokan to the many, many ups and downs that followed. This is a rollicking tale of artistic genius, rock excess, hilarious misbehavior, chance encounters with music's biggest names, and international stardom that brought new meaning to the phrase “big in Japan.” Drawing on exhaustive research and interviews, American Standard gives an intimate look at a truly original band.Purchase a copy of American Standard: Cheap Trick from the Bars to the Budokan and BeyondAlso from Ross Warner: Drunk On SundayFollow Ross Warner:FacebookInstagramX Episode Playlist ---------- BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:FACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

    Good Times & Big Fun with Guitarist/Music Journalist Tom Guerra [Episode 246]

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2024 59:16


    Back with another chapter in The Dialogue Series - A chill ‘n chat with authors, fellow podcasters, musicians, and more. Our guest is musician and music journalist Tom Guerra.Since the late 1970s, Guerra has been a popular guitarist on the New England club circuit, playing with a host of leading blues, rock n' roll, and R&B acts. Influenced by Rory Gallagher, Paul Kossoff, Jimmy Page, Keith Richards, Ronnie Wood, Muddy Waters, Buddy Guy, and Joe Walsh, Guerra gained notoriety after being featured in Guitar Player magazine in March 1991. Over the years, Guerra has recorded or played with Rick Derringer, The Dirty Bones Blues Band', Max Weinberg, Mark Nomad, Sticky Fingers (Tom wrote and arranged original music for the group's debut CD), The Easton Brothers with Muddy Waters bassist Charles Calmese, Jai Johanny “Jaimoe” Johanson from The Allman Brothers Band, Second Son, Guitar Shorty, Adolph Jacobs of The Coasters, Kenny Aaronson, and The Delrays, for which he received acclaim from Buddy Guy. He's also been a writer for Vintage Guitar magazine since 1998. His work has also been published in Premier Guitar, The ToneQuest Report, and Modern Guitars magazine. Tom has some great stories about working with these amazing musicians, his work for Guitar Player magazine, and his music including his recent single Good Times Big Fun, and his upcoming album, a collaboration with legendary Saturday Night Live vocalist Christine Ohlman.Visit Tom Guerra's websiteEpisode Playlist  ---------- BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:FACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

    R.E.M.: From Beginnings to Farewell – A Journey Through Their History [Episode 245]

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2024 74:39


    Author Peter Ames Carlin is a first-time guest. Peter's latest book is The Name of This Band Is R.E.M.: A Biography.In the spring of 1980, a unique group of musical eccentrics performed for the first time at a college party in Athens, Georgia. Within a few years, R.E.M. achieved global success with records like Document, Green, Out of Time, Automatic for the People, and Monster. The band's raw and expressive style set them apart and made them voices of their generation during the transition from the 80s to the anxious early 90s, as they challenged corporate and social norms. In this episode, we delve into the lives of the four college friends—Michael Stipe, Peter Buck, Mike Mills, and Bill Berry—who remained united through it all. Purchase a copy of The Name of This Band Is R.E.M.: A BiographyVisit Peter Ames Carlin's website Episode Playlist ---------- BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:FACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

    Nirvana's Rise From Independent Artists To Global Icons [Episode 244]

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2024 43:04


    Author Robert Boyd is this episode's guest. He is the author of Before the Storm: The Formative Years of America's Last Great Band. Late in the last century, deep in the Pacific Northwest amongst the economic and psychological hardships of one town, America's last great band was born - Nirvana. The band's leader, a young introvert with superior songwriting talents, slowly molded a style inspired by punk, metal, sludge, and pop. The results changed the band and the music industry forever. Before the Storm chronicles the birth of Nirvana in Aberdeen, Washington, and their early years as independent artists to worldwide superstars. The outcome is known, but the infancy of the band and its rise is a compelling lesson in tenacity, unity, the love of music, and sadly, tragedy.Purchase a copy of Before the Storm: The Formative Years of America's Last Great BandFollow Robert Boyd on Instagram Episode Playlist ---------- BookedOnRock.comThe Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:FACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

    Paul McCartney's Music Journey: 1974-1980 [Episode 243]

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2024 83:02


    My guest is Allan Kozinn. He and Adrian Sinclair are the authors of The McCartney Legacy Volume 2: 1974-80. This is the follow-up to the first volume covering 1969 to 1973. The second volume continues to paint the portrait of one of the world's greatest musicians, his work post-Beatles, and his life from 1974 to 1980. By 1974 the Beatles were a distant memory, and Paul McCartney had already gone on to release a solo album and form a new band, Wings. By the decade's end, Wings would be the bestselling band of the 1970s. The McCartney Legacy, Vol. 2 begins in 1974 at the height of Wings' popularity and the beginning of McCartney's next chapter. In this interview, Allan talks about the competitive relationship between Paul and John Lennon during this period, the Paul and John reunion project that wasn't meant to be, the friction between Paul and Yoko, Paul's near-death experience, his troubles with the law, his war with the music press, and much more.Purchase a copy of The McCartney Legacy, Vol. 2Purchase a copy of The McCartney Legacy, Vol. 1 Episode Playlist ---------- BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:FACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

    AC/DC: Rocking On After 50 Years [Episode 242]

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2024 70:50


    Fifty years ago, in the fall of 1974, Bon Scott and AC/DC joined forces. They began building the foundation for what would go on to become one of the world's biggest rock and roll bands. With Bon, they reached the height of their commercial success thanks to the multi-platinum-selling 1979 album Highway To Hell. After Bon's untimely death, Brian Johnson stepped in as lead singer, and with 1980's Back In Black, the band was even bigger. The album topped the charts and went on to sell 27 million copies. It ranks as one of the biggest-selling albums in music history.Here to talk about the amazing story of AC/DC is author Susan Masino, who wrote the book Let There Be Rock: The Story Of AC/DC. Originally released in 2009, the updated edition was released through Omnibus Press in 2020. She is also the author of 2015's AC/DC FAQ-All That's Left to Know About the World's True Rock and Roll Band. We talk about the band's storied history and find out what Susan thinks of the recent news - AC/DC has just announced the band's first US tour in nearly 10 years!Purchase a copy of Let There Be Rock: The Story Of AC/DCPurchase a copy of AC/DC FAQ: All That's Left to Know About the World's True Rock 'n' Roll BandVisit Susan Masino's website Episode Playlist ---------- BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:FACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe 

    Why Don't We Care About New Music Anymore? [Episode 241]

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2024 61:15


    Don't care all that much for new music these days? You're not alone and our guest is going to explain why. On the podcast is author David Rowell. His book is titled The Endless Refrain: Memory, Nostalgia, and the Threat to New Music. The veteran music journalist argues that the rise of music streaming and the consolidation of digital platforms is decimating the musical landscape, with dire consequences for the future of our culture. In The Endless Refrain, Rowell lays out how commercial and cultural forces have laid waste to the cultural ecosystems that have produced decades of great American music. From the scorched-earth demonetizing of artist revenue accomplished by Spotify and its ilk to the rise of dead artists “touring” via hologram, Rowell examines how a perfect storm of conditions have drained our shared musical landscape of vitality. Combining personal memoir, intimate on-the-ground reporting, industry research, and cultural criticism, Rowell's book is a powerful indictment of a music culture gone awry, driven by conformity and subverted by the ways the internet and media influence what we listen to and how we listen to it. For nearly 25 years David was an editor at The Washington Post Magazine and has taught literary journalism in the MFA department at American University. He is currently a senior editor at the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists. His previous books include the novel The Train of Small Mercies, and Wherever the Sound Takes You: Heroics and Heartbreak in Music Making.Purchase a copy of The Endless Refrain: Memory, Nostalgia, and the Threat to New Music Visit David Rowell's website---------- BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:FACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

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