A podcast about rock and/or roll.
The ROCK AND/OR ROLL podcast is truly outstanding. As a listener since early 2021, I have been consistently impressed with the quality of the show and the wealth of musical knowledge that BJ brings to each episode. This podcast has not only introduced me to incredible bands like Starz, Angel, Piper, Trigger, and Thin Lizzy, but it has also expanded my appreciation for rock music as a whole. BJ's passion for the music he discusses is evident in every episode, making it an enjoyable and enlightening experience.
One of the best aspects of this podcast is BJ's extensive knowledge and research. It is clear that he puts in a tremendous amount of effort to provide his listeners with accurate information about the bands and songs he covers. His attention to detail and ability to dig deep into the history of each artist sets this podcast apart from others in the genre. Whether discussing power pop, Cheap Trick, Soul Asylum, or any other topic, BJ's expertise shines through.
Another great aspect of this podcast is its ability to introduce listeners to new music. With each episode, I find myself discovering incredible bands and songs that I may not have come across otherwise. BJ's recommendations are always on point, and his enthusiasm for these lesser-known artists is contagious. The show acts as a gateway into a world of diverse rock music that will surely satisfy any fan.
While there aren't many negative aspects to mention about this podcast, some listeners may not always agree with BJ's opinions or musical taste. However, even if there are disagreements, there is no denying that every episode offers something valuable. Additionally, some listeners may find BJ's delivery to be a bit dry at times. However, his extensive knowledge more than makes up for any minor quibbles.
In conclusion, The ROCK AND/OR ROLL podcast is an absolute gem for fans of rock music. With its informative episodes and diverse range of topics covered, it offers a wealth of entertainment and musical discovery. BJ's dedication to his craft is evident in every episode, making this podcast a must-listen for any music aficionado. Whether you're a lifelong fan or just starting to explore the world of rock, this show is sure to satisfy your cravings for great music and intriguing conversation.
Rusty Willoughby was the creative force behind the Seattle pop punk band Flop which recorded three albums in the first half of the nineties including a lost classic released by Epic Records in 1993 called Whenever You're Ready. On this episode BJ is joined by old friend (and Rusty's biggest fan) Chris Standish and together they have a great conversation with the man himself, Rusty Willoughby, about his songwriting career with Pure Joy, Flop, Llama, and solo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Inspired by the book 501 Essential Albums of the 90s, BJ made a list of 51 albums from the nineties which he considers essential, but are not listed in that book. This episode covers albums 41-51, plus an interview with Dredge and James Meat from Lee Harvey Oswald Band about the album A Taste of Prison. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Inspired by the book 501 Essential Albums of the 90s, BJ made a list of 51 albums from the nineties which he considers essential, but are not listed in that book. This episode covers albums 31-40, plus an interview with Dangerous Toys frontman Jason McMaster about the album Pissed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Inspired by the book 501 Essential Albums of the 90s, BJ made a list of 51 albums from the nineties which he considers essential, but are not listed in that book. This episode covers albums 21-30, plus an interview with Spiral Fetish frontman Blair Johnson about the album What Ever Happened To Fun. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Inspired by the book 501 Essential Albums of the 90s, BJ made a list of 51 albums from the nineties which he considers essential, but are not listed in that book. This episode covers albums 11-20, plus an interview with Trash Brats guitarist Ricky Rat about the album Out of the Closet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Inspired by the book 501 Essential Albums of the 90s, BJ made a list of 51 albums from the nineties which he considers essential, but are not listed in that book. This episode covers albums 1-10, plus an interview with Honeycrack frontman Willie Dowling about the album Prozaic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Originally released February 2018: Rock and/or Roll listeners are familiar with the "Worst of" series where BJ and special guest co-host Brian Sword pick the five worst song by the best bands. Now with this new series "Best of" they've decided to turn that idea on its head and force themselves to pick the five best songs by the worst bands, starting with Hootie and the Blowfish. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Finally! Another episode chock full of melodic hard rock from the eighties and nineties, for your listening enjoyment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's discography against discography. Album by album, BJ and Fistful of Dave figure out which classic metal band reigns supreme: Scorpions or Judas Priest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Originally released August 2017: BJ spins some very cool and rare heavy metal 45's from the eighties, Side A and Side B. STITCH - DEVIL'S DEAL b/w TOUCHIN' THE STARS SIREN - TERRIBLE SWIFT SWORD b/w METRO MERCENARY HIROSHIMA - SOLDIER OF THE WORLD b/w NUCLEAR NIGHTMARE KEEN HUE - ONE OF TWO b/w SPREAD YOUR WINGS OF FIRE SASHAY - LOOKING FOR SOME ACTION b/w TOGETHER SATIN STEEL - KICK ME WHERE IT HURTS b/w LET'S NOT DIE WHITE LIGHTNING - THIS POISON FOUNTAIN b/w HYPOCRITE SALEM - COLD AS STEEL b/w REACH FOR ETERNITY DENIGH - NO WAY b/w RUNNING RAW DEAL - OUT OF MY HEAD b/w IN THE MOOD RICOCHET - MIDAS LIGHT b/w OFF THE RAILS SPOILER - KICK DOWN THE WALL b/w STARBLIND CHILD Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
BJ takes the yacht rock challenge: can he find a song he likes by the yacht rock artists he hates? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Which diva shall reign supreme? BJ welcomes guest co-host Jon Lamoreaux for this epic smackdown: Mellencamp vs. Adams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
David Johansen was a true icon. He will be missed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Originally released October 2015: Let's spend some time together. WEIRD AL YANKOVIC - HOT ROCKS POLKA DEL SHANNON - OUT OF TIME NAZARETH - RUBY TUESDAY TRUTH AND JANEY - UNDER MY THUMB LITTLE RICHARD - BROWN SUGAR THE FOLKSMEN - START ME UP JOAN JETT AND THE BLACKHEARTS - STAR STAR LINDA RONSTADT - TUMBLING DICE PUSSY GALORE - TORN AND FRAYED EXODUS - BITCH TESLA - MOTHER'S LITTLE HELPER STEVE EARLE AND THE SUPERSUCKERS - BEFORE THEY MAKE ME RUN JOSEFUS - GIMMIE SHELTER SOUNDGARDEN - STRAY CAT BLUES JOHNNY THUNDERS - AS TEARS GO BY JERRY GARCIA - LET'S SPEND THE NIGHT TOGETHER MONTROSE - CONNECTION ELLEN FOLEY - STUPID GIRL ROD STEWART - STREET FIGHTING MAN THE POGUES - HONKEY TONK WOMEN THE RESIDENTS - SATISFACTION KISS - 2000 MAN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Led Zeppelin's landmark 1975 double album turned 50 years old this week. BJ tells the story of that period for the band, including the launch of their own record label and release of a feature film, then discusses the recording of the album and breaks it down track by track. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Originally released October 2015: This episode is more popular than Jesus. TATER TOTZ - GIVE PEACE A CHANCE/WE WILL ROCK YOU STONEBOLT - PLEASE PLEASE ME AL GREEN - I WANT TO HOLD YOUR HAND PROCOL HARUM - EIGHT DAYS A WEEK CHAKA KHAN - WE CAN WORK IT OUT PETER SELLERS - A HARD DAY'S NIGHT ZOOT - ELEANOR RIGBY DAVID LEE ROTH - I'VE JUST SEEN A FACE LONE STAR - SHE SAID SHE SAID ROY ORBISON - HELP ASH - HELLO GOODBYE FRANK ZAPPA MEDLEY TROUBLE TRIBE - DEAR PRUDENCE DESMOND DEKKER - OB LA DI OB LA DA FATS DOMINO - EVERYBODY'S GOT SOMETHING TO HIDE EXCEPT FOR ME AND MY MONKEY IAN GILLAN - HELTER SKELTER GEORGIA SATELLITES - DON'T PASS ME BY BONEY M - TWO OF US JOHN DENVER - LET IT BE JAMES BROWN - SOMETHING THE RUNAWAYS - HERE COMES THE SUN DILLARD & CLARK - DON'T LET ME DOWN THE UNDEAD - ALL YOU NEED IS LOVE TEENAGE FANCLUB - THE BALLAD OF JOHN AND YOKO CHEAP TRICK - MAGICAL MYSTERY TOUR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Armory. Moorhead, Minnesota. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Surf Ballroom. Clear Lake, Iowa. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Riverside Ballroom. Green Bay, Wisconsin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duluth Armory. Duluth, Minnesota. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Laramar Ballroom. Fort Dodge, Iowa. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Capitol Theater. Davenport, Iowa. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Promenade Ballroom. St. Paul, Minnesota. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fiesta Ballroom. Montevideo, Minnesota. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fournier's Ballroom. Eau Claire, Wisconsin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
 Kato Ballroom. Mankato, Minnesota. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Eagles Ballroom. Kenosha, Wisconsin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
George Devine's Miracle Ballroom. Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The late Buddy Holly's glasses had been missing for more than 20 years when Iowa Sheriff Jerry Allen came upon them in a misfiled envelope. As a part of this episode, I spoke with Sheriff Allen's daughter Jennifer about that discovery and its aftermath. This episode serves as a prelude to what comes next: beginning on Thursday, January 23, we're going to go on that fateful tour with Buddy Holly and the others, with an episode per day from January 23rd to February 3rd, one for each show, as we follow those young pioneers of rock and roll on their ill-fated journey, a terribly planned criss-crossing tour of the Midwest: The Tour From Hell. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Before the Velvet Underground, before Zappa, The Fugs were the first underground band, sort of, or a series of bands, but it was really a subversive art project, obnoxiously irreverent, a direct challenge to the establishment, investigated by the FBI. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's time for another digital mix tape ripped from BJ's vinyl collection. RON BOLTON BAND - WE'RE GONNA MAKE IT TRICKSTER - BUMP IN THE NIGHT TABOO ZOO - BLUE EYES BIG STREET - CAMOUFLAGE RADIO BANDITS - SUZY JIM QUEALY BAND - BUSTED THE ONES - TOMORROW'S HEROES (ARE TODAY'S JERKS) ROBIN LANE - HARD COVERÂ IDLE TEARS - FINGERS ON THE PULSE OF AMERICA THE REPUBLIC - CALLING OUT TO YOU THE RAIN - TOO LATE TO SURRENDER THE SHAKE - SO INTOXIFYING EXODUS - FOREVER AND A DAY PAPER DOLLS - I THOUGHT YOU KNEW BITTER PLEASURES - GUILT REACTION FAILSAFE - GIVE ME ALL YOUR LOVE THE TOES - HEADS FLYING TIGERS - GOLDEN TOUCH BLEACHED BLACK - YOU COULDN'T TELL ME VELVET CRUSH - OUT OF MY HANDS JEREMY MORRIS - PART OF ME/PART OF YOU Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Originally released February 2015: BJ gets down deeper and down with one of his favorite rock bands of the seventies--Status Quo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Same name, different band. METELICA - TRAIN METELICA - TIME AND TIME AGAIN NIRVANA - PENTECOST HOTEL NIRVANA - SATELLITE JOCKEY NEW EDITION - SUNSHINE SATURDAY OASIS - SMILE FOR THE SUN KID ROCK - ICE CREAM MAN THE EAGLES - YOUR ENEMY CAN'T HURT YOU THE SUPREMES - JUST FOR YOU AND I PANTERA - I CONFESS CINDERELLA - FROM TOWN TO TOWN THE RUNAWAYS - WHERE WE CAME FROM THE MISFITS - YOU REALLY WANT ME THE STROKES - WHATCHA GONNA DO DISTURBED - I DON'T BELIEVE OFFSPRING - WINDFALL VELVET UNDERGROUND - SOMEBODY TO LOVE IRON MAIDEN - FALLING HEART - LOVEMAKER THE KNACK - ALWAYS POISON - GET UP AND MOVE YOUR BODY PUBLIC ENEMY - NO RESPECT ANTHRAX - PPB WARRANT - SATAN NEW ORDER - ROCK 'N' ROLL SOLDIERS WAYNE COUNTY AND THE BACKSTREET BOYS - MAX'S KANSAS CITY LUCKY HILL AND THE ROLLING STONES - I'M WONDERING GENE SIMMONS - MONEY MONEY MONEY Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Originally released Aug 2016: BJ is once again joined by Julian Gill from the KissFAQ podcast, this time for a discussion about the roller coaster career of legendary sleaze rocker Zodiac Mindwarp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In 2014 a certain record sold on ebay for $14,000. The lucky seller purchased the album at a Goodwill in New Hampshire for $1.00. As it turned out, very few copies existed because the majority of whatever had been pressed had most likely been shipped straight to a landfill by the label as a shady tax write off. And this wasn't a one-off scam. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In BJ's opinion Bad Company were, well...bad. That is, until Brian Howe replaced singer Paul Rodgers in the mid-eighties. Then they were kind of good, for awhile. On this episode BJ tells the story of the band's awkward transition from the seventies to the eighties, and counts down his top ten favorite Bad Company songs...with Brian Howe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Originally released August 2015: It was a great year for rock and roll so on this episode, which is episode number 89, BJ discusses not his top ten but his top fifteen favorite albums to be released in the corresponding year of 1989. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Part four in a four part series: BJ traces the demise of hard rock and heavy (hair? glam?) metal in the nineties. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Part three in a four part series: BJ traces the demise of hard rock and heavy (hair? glam?) metal in the nineties. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Part two in a four part series: BJ traces the demise of hard rock and heavy (hair? glam?) metal in the nineties. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Part one in a four part series: BJ traces the demise of hard rock and heavy (hair? glam?) metal in the nineties. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Originally released May 2016: Burn a building! Burn! Burn! Burn! For this episode BJ is joined by frequent guest Greg Renoff, author of Van Halen Rising, to discuss Def Leppard's smash hit album from 1983. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Originally released September 2013: Holy shit, finally here it is, the Sunset Strip Part 2, 48 songs by the best, poppiest, glammiest bands to have infested the Strip in the eighties and early nineties, handpicked by BJ: his favorite songs by his favorite bands from that Sunset Strip glam scene. Have fun! CANDY - WHATEVER HAPPENED TO FUN CANDY - AMERICAN KIX (LIVE) DATA CLAN - GYPSY LOVE FASTER PUSSYCAT - CITY HAS NO HEART JETBOY - FEEL SO GOOD AGENT X - RUN IF YOU CAN HOT WHEELZ - THE SHAKE PLAIN JANE - YOUNG WILD AND FREE PLAIN JANE - HEAVEN WARRANT - TEASE MACHINE ROCK CITY ANGELS - TEENAGE LIPSTICK BOYS RUBY SLIPPERS - DON'T TELL ME ST. VALENTINE - HARD DAYS LONG NIGHTS LICKITY SPLIT - TOO LATE FOR LOVE TRASH COWBOYS - WHEN IT'S OVER JUICY MISS LUCY - ONE WAY TICKET TO L.A. BIG BANG BABIES - COME ON ANGORA - GIVE ME A LINE TUFF - SINNER STREET ROUGH JUSTICE - CHEAP DISGUISE PAIR A DICE - WHERE'S JENNY ALLEYCAT SCRATCH - TAKE A BITE (OUTTA ME) THE ZEROS - STICKY SWEET GIRLS SWINGIN' THING - LET'S DO IT WITH THE LIGHTS ON STARS FROM MARS - HIGH CLASS KICKS STARS FROM MARS - STEAMIN' HOT PINK STARS FROM MARS - WE GOT TONIGHT TOMMI GUNN - FEEL THE HEAT TOMMI GUNN - ON THE ROAD WIKKED GYPSY - THE OTHER SIDE WIKKED GYPSY - SAD SONGS YOUNG GUNNS - SWEET LITTLE SINNER SHOK L'AMOUR - LOVE AND LIES SYANIDE KICK - YOUNG AND WILD KRAYOLA KIDS - KRAYOLA ROCK N' ROLL TRYX - YOU'VE GOT A LOT TO LEARN ABOUT LOVE GUTTERSLUTS - LOCK UP YOUR DAUGHTERS STRAWBERRY - GIRL I USED TO KNOW HEART THROB MOB - PSYCHO HEART THROB MOB - ATTITUDE HEART THROB MOB - RUMOR QUEENY BLAST POP - I KNOW WHAT YOU'RE THINKIN' QUEENY BLAST POP - SOMETHING THEY DON'T KNOW FOXY ROXX - DO YOU REALLY LIKE IT? BEAUTY SCHOOL DROPOUTZ - BEAUTY SCHOOL DROPOUTZ PRESS DARLINGS - DOWN TO REST AVANT GARDE - TONGUE OF FIRE WARRANT - THIN DISGUISE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Originally released September 2013: The Sunset Strip is a mile and a half stretch of Sunset Blvd which lies outside the jurisdiction of the LAPD. On today's episode we take a look at the amazing hard rock scene that sprung up on the strip in the seventies and the heavy metal scene it spawned in the eighties. VAN HALEN - THE ROVER VAN HALEN - HERE'S JUST WHAT YOU WANTED QUIET RIOT - PICKING UP THE PIECES SNOW - DON'T WANT ANYMORE THE BOYZ - NITE BOYZ XCITER - PARIS IS BURNING DOKKEN - HARD ROCK WOMAN MICKEY RATT - RATT MADNESS SISTER - SWEET DREAMS LONDON - DREAM GIRL ROCKANDI - MY GIRL WAITING FOR ME MOTLEY CRUE - RUNNING WILD IN THE NIGHT SIN - BREAK DOWN THE WALLS WITCH - BEWITCHED KERY DOLL - A CHILD SHALL LEAD HOLLYWOOD ROSE - SHADOW OF YOUR LOVE L.A. GUNS - SOMETHING HEAVY THE SHARKS - HARD TO GET L.A. GUNS - LOVE IS A CRIME SWEET SAVAGE - ON THE ROCKS POISON - TALKIN' LOUD MOTLEY CRUE - TOAST OF THE TOWN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Never mind Nevermind, BJ picks his top ten Nirvana songs not included on that iconic release. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Originally released August 2013: This episode is a tribute to the concept of an "album" as a work of art. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
For many, like BJ, the 1971 dark comedy film Harold and Maude was their introduction to British songwriter Cat Stevens. If you're unfamiliar, may this episode be your introduction to either or both. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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