MGK's Knockout

The soundtrack for the 1992 Cameron Crowe-directed film, ‘Singles', is celebrating its 30th Anniversary this week. The film, featuring cameos from musicians such as Eddie Vedder and Chris Cornell wouldn't be the last music-centric film former Rolling Stone writer, Cameron Crowe, would direct. In 2000, Crowe released the semi-autobiographical film, ‘Almost Famous' detailing the rock and roll heyday of the 1970s. Which bears the question... which one holds the title of Cameron Crowe's best film? 'Almost Famous' or 'Singles'?

One of rock and roll's most iconic voices celebrated a birthday this past Sunday. We're of course talking about Heart's Ann Wilson! Ann's larger-than-life voice can be found all over some of rock's biggest tracks, but this week, the MGK jocks discuss which of these songs features Ann's best vocal performance: “Crazy On You” or “Alone”?

June 16th marks the 50th Anniversary of David Bowie’s landmark release: ‘The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders From Mars’! In honor of such a milestone, this week, the jocks decide which of these anthemic Bowie tracks they prefer from the 1972 release: “Starman” or “Moonage Daydream”?

This week, the legendary Prince would’ve celebrated his 64th birthday. On this episode of Knockout, the MGK jocks honor a musician and artist that defined a genre by discussing which of these iconic records and title tracks is Prince’s best: ‘Purple Rain’ or ‘1999’?

Do you know those songs that make you want to drive down the highway WAY over the speed limit? Specifically on a motorcycle? The weather’s getting warmer, and this week, the jocks debate which is the better biker anthem: Steppenwolf’s “Born To Be Wild” or Motley Crue’s “Kickstart My Heart”?

In the words of Alice Cooper, “The two most joyous times of the year are Christmas morning and the end of school.” As we near the end of the 2022 school year, we asked the MGK jocks what their favorite school-centric track is. Alice Cooper’s “School’s Out” or Jethro Tull’s “Teacher”?

Throughout the years, there have been some pretty notable decades in the history of rock and roll. Including the 1960s, the 1970s, and, the 1980s. This week, Matt, Andre, Tony, and John share if they believe that the 1980s was the greatest decade for rock and roll.

Deciding who should be inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall of Fame is a debate that comes around once a year, and the debate surrounding 2022’s nominees was fierce. Although you can check out who made the Class of 2022 on WMGK.com, the MGK jocks let us in on who they would’ve rather seen make the cut: The New York Dolls or Judas Priest?

At the end of March, The Eagles rocked Philadelphia on their Hotel California tour. In a band that has featured some of rock and roll's most talented artists, this week, Andre, John, Matt, and Tony dive into which member of The Eagles had the better solo career: Don Henley or Joe Walsh?

In honor of the legendary Peter Frampton, who celebrated his 72nd birthday on April 22nd, the MGK jocks discuss which of these two tracks from one of rock and roll’s most famous live albums is the best: “Show Me The Way or “Baby I Love Your Way”?

On March 25th, we lost legendary Foo Fighters drummer, Taylor Hawkins. We’re continuing to honor his memory here at MGK, and this week, we ask the jocks which of these iconic Foo Fighters tracks, featuring Taylor, they prefer: “The Pretender” from the band’s 2007 release 'Echoes, Silence, Patience, and Grace' or “Learn To Fly” from 1999’s 'There Is Nothing Left To Lose.'

We’ve all watched our favorite bands go from playing small intimate venues to MONSTER-sized venues! On this week’s episode of Knockout, Matt, Andre, John, and Tony decide what’s the best spot to see your favorite band: a stadium or a club?

Sir Elton John celebrated his 75th birthday on March 25th. Throughout Elton’s career, the Rocket Man has handled the music while Bernie Taupin took the lead on the lyrics. In honor of one of the most iconic song-writing duos in rock and roll, the MGK jocks give their perspective on what draws them into a song first... music or the lyrics?

March 19th marked 40 years since the tragic and untimely passing of Randy Rhoads. In this week's episode, the jocks pay tribute to one of hard rock and heavy metal's most cherished guitarists by discussing which record is the pinnacle of Ozzy Osbourne's solo career and Rhoads' virtuosic playing: 'Blizzard of Ozz' or 'Diary of a Madman'?

St. Patrick’s Day is right around the corner... and when we think of St. Patrick’s Day, we think of drinking songs! On this week’s episode, the jocks debate which cover of The Dubliner’s classic, “Whiskey In The Jar” reigns supreme: Thin Lizzy’s or Metallica’s? Grab a pint and listen in.

Legendary Pink Floyd guitarist, David Gilmour, is celebrating his 77th birthday (March 6th). In honor of one of rock and roll's most prolific players, the MGK jocks dive into which iconic Gilmour solo reigns supreme: 'Comfortably Numb' or 'Time'?

All month long we've been counting down the Top 20 Double Albums as voted by YOU. This week, the MGK jocks decide between two iconic records that appeared on our countdown by rock and roll heavyweights, The Who. Which is the better double LP, 'Tommy' or 'Quadrophenia'?

This week, the MGK jocks conquer one of the most infamous debates in the history of rock and roll. The match-up of all match-ups. Who is the ULTIMATE Van Halen frontman? David Lee Roth or Sammy Hagar?

The revered 1992 film, 'Wayne's World', is celebrating its 30th Anniversary today (Feb. 14th). To celebrate, we asked John, Matt, Andre, and Tony what their favorite rock and roll comedy is: 'Wayne's World' (1992) or 'Dazed and Confused' (1993)?

Valentine's Day is coming up... but it isn't always candy and roses. If you've had enough of the mushy-gushy love songs, this episode is for you. Andre, Matt, John, and Tony discuss which is the better anti-love song: Nazareth's "Love Hurts" or Def Leppard's "Love Bites"?

To commemorate The Yes Album's 51st Anniversary on February 19th, the MGK jocks determine which side of the record is an absolute must-have: Side I or Side II?

It's one of rock and roll's most infamous questions: who is the ultimate frontman for heavy metal forefathers Black Sabbath? Ozzy Osbourne or Ronnie James Dio? In this week's episode, the MGK jocks settle this debate once and for all.

We're celebrating the birthday of legendary Cheap Trick frontman, Robin Zander, on January 23rd. In this episode of MGK's Knockout, the MGK jocks decide which track is the certified classic from Cheap Trick: "Surrender" or "Dream Police"?

In the first episode of MGK's Knockout, John DeBella, Andre Gardner, Matt Cord, and Tony Harris debate which is the better song composed by Paul Stanley of KISS: 1977's "Love Gun" or 1976's "Detroit Rock City"?