CLE Rocks

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In this special, live episode of the CLE Rocks podcast, a panel of special guests, including Ellen Foley, Karla DeVito, Joe Stefko, John Gorman, Steve Popovich Jr. and Pearl Aday celebrate the legacies of Meat Loaf, Jim Steinman and Steve Popovich of Cleveland International Records, and how "Bat Out of Hell" changed the industry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 1982, Michael Stanley Band played four shows at Blossom Music Center in Ohio, setting an attendance record for the venue. A special panel of guests, including MSB lead guitarist Gary Markasky look back on those concerts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Live episode recording at this year's WonderStruck Music Festival held at Lakeland Community College in Kirtland, Ohio. The panel of guests featured Steve Oberman, executive vice president and head of music at See Tickets, Andrea Smith, tour manager for Vampire Weekend, Jackie Popovec, lead singer of Youngstown-based band The Vindys, and Denny Young, co-founder and president of Elevation Group, the company that puts on WonderStruck. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rush broke into the American market in 1974 thanks to help from Cleveland radio station WMMS, leading to the band's first American Broadcast that August. This episode takes a look back at how WMMS' music director Donna Halper brought Rush into the limelight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In a special live edition of CLE Rocks, we examine the legacy of WIXY 1260, the AM radio station that dominated Cleveland in the 1960s, revolutionizing the industry. Guests include radio legends Larry Morrow, Billy Bass and historian Mike Olszewski. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 1996, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame launched its American Music Masters series honoring legends of roots of rock. First up was Woody Guthrie with tribute concert headlined by Bruce Springsteen, Pete Seeger a young Ani DiFranco and more. This episode looks back on the series formation and one of the most unforgettable concerts in Cleveland music history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Southside Johnny & the Asbury Jukes' 1977 concert at Cleveland's Agora featuring Ronnie Spector -- The show that made the band a household name in Northeast Ohio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A live version of CLE Rocks featuring a panel discussion focused on the legacy of Prince and his 1984 Purple Rain Tour. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We sit down with Kirk Harrington and Tracey Elena of Duran Duran Worldwide, which helped lead the fan push for Duran Duran to get into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

CLE Rocks host Troy L. Smith and former rock critic Michael Norman break down the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame's Class of 2022. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From Richfield Coliseum to The Agora, relive the memorable moments at Cleveland's iconic music venues from the 1950s, 1960s, 1970s and beyond. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Looking back at the World Series of Rock, the epic concert series held at Cleveland Stadium from 1974 to 1980 featuring everyone from The Rolling Stones and Pink Floyd to Fleetwood Mac and Aerosmith. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In 1972, David Bowie embarked on his first tour of the U.S., choosing Cleveland as the place to debut his Ziggy Stardust alter ego to North America. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Our Jan. 26, 2022 live version of the podcast focuses on Swingos, the legendary Cleveland hotel where rockers like Led Zeppelin, The Who and Elvis raged during the 1970s. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Revisiting Taylor Swift's 1989 album and arena tour: The moment country's biggest star became a true pop icon. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On Oct. 27, 2021, we recorded a live episode of CLE Rocks focused on Tina Turner's legacy and the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame's Class of 2021. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In 1968, The Jimi Hendrix Experience embarked on a whirlwind tour of the United States that took them coast to coast and propelled its frontman to superstardom. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We sit down with Joe Kwaczala and Kristen Studard of the Who Cares About the Rock Hall? podcast to talk about anticipation for the 2021 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductions and this year's loaded class. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

As of Sept. 7, several Northeast Ohio music venues will be requiring proof of vaccination or negative COVID-19 test for entry to concerts. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In 1964 and 1966 Beatlemania took center stage in Cleveland with a pair of shows that featured fans rushing the stage to get their hands on The Fab Four. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In 1984, Prince kicked off his epic "Purple Rain Tour," taking the Midwest by storm with a secret convert in Cincinnati, seven-night stand in Detroit and two concerts at Richfield Coliseum. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

By April 1992, Pearl Jam was becoming one of the biggest rock bands in the world. But that didn't stop the Seattle rock band from playing a concert at a small club in Cleveland. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

A look back at the greatest comeback in music history, as Tina Turner brought her 1985 "Private Dancer Tour" to Richfield Coliseum. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Seven months before his murder, 2Pac played one of his final concerts at Cleveland's Gund Arena with friend and boxing legend Mike Tyson by his side. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In October 1991, Kurt Cobain and Nirvana performed at a small concert club in Cleveland just weeks before the grunge act became the biggest band in the world. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In 1978, KISS delivered one of its most memorable concerts as a blizzard came down on Richfield Coliseum. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Not only did The Rolling Stones' 1972 tour (aka S.T.P.) mark a peak for the band, it changed the music industry with its scale, musicality and mayhem. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In 1978, Bruce Springsteen brought his Darkness Tour to Northeast Ohio for a series of iconic shows that would help cement his legacy and special relationship with Cleveland. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In 1977, Led Zeppelin played a two-night stand at Richfield Coliseum near Cleveland. A soundboard recording of the first night would become one of the most coveted bootlegs in rock history. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In 1986, the city of Cleveland rallied together to bring the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame to the shores of Lake Erie. And it all culminated with a magical show by Chuck Berry. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

An in-depth look at the legacies of Depeche Mode, The Doobie Brothers, Nine Inch Nails, The Notorious B.I.G., T. Rex and Whitney Houston. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In 1994, with the release of "The Downward Spiral" and Nine Inch Nails' iconic Woodstock '94 performance, Trent Reznor became the reluctant face of alternative rock. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On April 15, 1968, B.B. King led a jam session in New York's East Village featuring Jimi Hendrix, Al Kooper, The Paul Butterfield Blues Band and others. This is how it all went See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Tommy Lee discusses his new album "Andro," Motley's Crue's delayed stadium tour and the band's Rock and Roll Hall of Fame prospects. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Former Joan Jett guitarist Ricky Byrd reflects on addiction, recovery and playing with The Beatles at the 2015 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We debate Rolling Stone's 2020-update on the "500 Greatest Albums of All Time" with comedian Joe Kwaczala, co-host of the Who Cares About the Rock Hall? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Herb Albert, co-founder of A&M Records, discusses his new documentary, launching the careers of Janet Jackson and The Police, and his disdain for Donald Trump. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Musician John Oates previews his album "Live in Nashville" and details what's next for Hall and Oates as they celebrate 50 years as a duo. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Former KISS guitarist Ace Frehley breaks down his latest album "Origins Vol. 2" and takes us behind the scenes of KISS' drama-filled 2014 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Guitarist Nils Lofgren of The E Street Band talks about his recent live album "Weathered" and shares his thoughts on Bruce Springsteen's new album "Letter to You" See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The music podcast from Cleveland -- the birthplace of rock and roll! Hosted by music journalist Troy L. Smith, CLE Rocks looks back at the memorable events and people that shaped rock and roll. Troy's interviews with some of music's greatest legends offer intimate, untold stories you must hear to believe. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.