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6 years, almost 400 episodes, as Dave Grohl might say, "But, here we are!" Markus and Ray celebrate the occasion of 6 years of the Imbalanced History podcast with reflections and memories of their adventures in the name of Rock & Roll! Recounting the roots of things, remembering growth spurts (of the podcast!) and some special moments! The guys discuss the importance to them, personally, of the friends made through the interviews they've done. Heroes welcomed!!! ('Nuff said?) The last year has been challenging at times (old school podcasters told us the 6th year can be rough), but we're still here...because of YOU! And we couldn't be more grateful for your help in keeping this thing going! Thanks as always to our friends at Crooked Eye Brewery, for their love & support, and to Pantheon Podcasts, the Rockin' Pod Network! The Imbalanced Boys close this special episode with a "shotgun style 5 Favorites," of episodes in Year 6! Onward to 7, and beyond, we go!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6 years, almost 400 episodes, as Dave Grohl might say, "But, here we are!" Markus and Ray celebrate the occasion of 6 years of the Imbalanced History podcast with reflections and memories of their adventures in the name of Rock & Roll! Recounting the roots of things, remembering growth spurts (of the podcast!) and some special moments! The guys discuss the importance to them, personally, of the friends made through the interviews they've done. Heroes welcomed!!! ('Nuff said?) The last year has been challenging at times (old school podcasters told us the 6th year can be rough), but we're still here...because of YOU! And we couldn't be more grateful for your help in keeping this thing going! Thanks as always to our friends at Crooked Eye Brewery, for their love & support, and to Pantheon Podcasts, the Rockin' Pod Network! The Imbalanced Boys close this special episode with a "shotgun style 5 Favorites," of episodes in Year 6! Onward to 7, and beyond, we go!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's a tough task to work out your 5 Favorites on just about any subject in this category of the podcast. When it comes to guitarists? Of the 1980s? It's a tall order for Markus and Ray, as they mass consumed Rock music in that decade! It's not just one style inside of Rock, this episode bends to include it all! Your Fave 5 is likely different! Email yours to us at imbalancedhistory@gmail.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
From its roots as a railyard, through many changes, an association with P.T. Barnum, MURDER! & its move uptown, Madison Square Garden has always been at the forefront of entertainment and style! Early on, the guys reference an article by Bob Mayer, which you can read here! It gives more detail about the changes through the years. Ray delved into the various images of MSG, as it changed and moved, and has put together a cool blog about it. There's really more info than one episode or blog can cover, but it is a start. It also opens the door for other venues, although the boys have done an episode about the great CBGBs, which is also a Game Changer, for sure! One of the main things that happen at MSG are concerts, and in the second half, Markus and Ray discuss a shit ton of the concerts that have happened there, including some of their own experiences. From opening night through to today, it's all about The Gah-den!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Our UK audience knows David Hepworth, first-hand, for decades, but most of you might be learning a lot about this incredible human during this conversation! From Live Aid, which is this book's starting point, moving forward he delves into The Third Age Of Rock & Roll! David remains sharp-witted with incredible knowledge and recall of music history's biggest events! Here's hoping that he returns for another visit soon! The cheekily titled, Hope I Get Old Before I Die, is available in e-books, and is almost out in paperback, releasing March 5, 2025! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When the Rock Hall deigns something special or best, there are always discussions among fans. Markus and Ray don't usually engage in this kind of thing, but something tweaked their interest. There's no #5Favorites component to this episode, but the guys cull their own Top 20s from the Hall's 200 list! Click and make your own Top 20, and email it to us at: imbalancedhistory@gmail.com! Lots of history talk, but tons of tunes that simple kick ass! Buckle up, and enjoy the ride! Ride with us on Facebook, and check in via our web site! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Markus and Ray sort out and declare their 5 Favorite Double Albums, in this episode of the podcast! Beyond the obvious, there are so many amazing studio albums comprised of four sides, released in the vinyl era! The guys pick their 5 Faves, find an interesting exception to the rules, and discuss their honorable mentions! There's always the Vegas angle, and curiosity about how many they'll have in common, but Ray throws in an interesting wrinkle! Who will emerge as the winner in this episode of Five Favorites?!? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You may know Marty Friedman from Cacophony and Megadeth especially, and maybe also from his Shrapnel Records solo days. These days, life is in Japan for Marty, musically, and personally. This is a great talk about it all. Get the details on his Live Drama 2025 Tour by clicking here, so you can go see the man and his band perform his latest release, and a lot more, on this tour. We discuss it in this episode. Drama, is both energized and sublime. We learn about his sources and approach for much of the music on the album. All in all, a great visit as a follow-up to our interview with Jon Wiederhorn, about the book they wrote together, Dreaming Japanese. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In true Imbalanced History style, Markus and Ray covered the early days of Pink Floyd first, and then interviewed Nick Mason, before dedicating multiple episodes to The Wall! It's not like they don't know about the important middle period of Floyd history! They lived it! Slide into the Dark Side/Wish You Were Here/Animals period, with discussions of road testing their material between recordings, and how it all worked together! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In true Imbalanced History style, Markus and Ray covered the early days of Pink Floyd first, and then interviewed Nick Mason, before dedicating multiple episodes to The Wall! It's not like they don't know about the important middle period of Floyd history! They lived it! Slide into the Dark Side/Wish You Were Here/Animals period, with discussions of road testing their material between recordings, and how it all worked together! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
50 years... You might think, "Holy shit!" (Especially if you were in school at that time.) This episode may help you to overcome those shockwaves as the reality that 1975 was fifty years ago settles in... The Imbalanced Ones offer their perspectives on the music, the times, and the way things have changed. Feel free to add your own memories in the comments section of Spotify, or email us: imbalancedhistory@gmail.com Markus and Ray work their way through the mountains of albums from so many genres, adding timeline and culture points to the discussion, as they go. Per usual, there's no straight lines involved. Let's ride! If you miss an episode or just want to explore, hit our web site here!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
From the original release on 9/11/2023: "Not one, but two sets of brothers formed a band in Ohio! That should have been the world's first warning that the plot to de-evolve EVERYTHING was hatching right there in Akron. In the pocket with Punk, era-wise, but markedly different from, well...everybody else, their mission required shunning norms! That was likely the case long before they donned their classic Devo yellow jumpsuits and plastic energy domes! Strange, sure! Quirky? They innovated a few of their own! Recently, finally announcing the end of their touring days, the d-volution, or de-volution, is nearly complete... Like the Stones, they never really got "Satisfaction" either. Yet, music has made their lives more awesome, and they freed young minds; both listeners, and budding musicians. We are living in the future, but we are not men, we are still Devo dammit!!! Get caught up, and explore our previous episodes here: Imbalanced History" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Each year we seem to honor and remember more and more of our departing heroes. In music, and the arts we lost a lot for sure, but our losses beyond that cover all areas of our lives. Just today we learned that former U.S. President Jimmy Carter passed at 100. In 2024, icons of the 1950s and 1960s were exiting the planet in record numbers. It's a trend that we, sadly, predicted. So this year, the Imbalanced Boys are taking even more time to discuss those we have lost inside the music world, and out. Along the way, the ride includes some incredible music, reflecting those who have departed. Wishing everyone a very Happy New Year, as we continue this podcast journey together! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Here's the copy from last year's release: "Markus and Ray have done this before, but somehow it always comes out different! The Imbalanced Boys have covered 5 Fave Rock n' Roll Christmas songs, as well as 5 Fave Heavy Metal Xmas songs, (and a couple other related passes) a few times in their nearly 5 years as a podcast! Nothing beats listening to nouveau holiday favorites, mixed with classics, at the holidays! You might be surprised, if you've enjoyed their Xmas treats before, at what is (and isn't) a part of this year's take on holiday music! So, kick back with some holiday grog, a hot toddy, or whatever sets the mood right, and enjoy this episode of 5 Favorites, and…have a very Merry Christmas & yes, a joyous New Year!" In case you missed it, here's a Spotify link to that #AlicesRestaurant episode we discussed! We hope you have a great holiday season! And we wrap up the year next week with, For Those We Lost 2024! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's hard to believe 2024 is coming to an end and that The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock Podcast is now in its 5th year of broadcasting our love for rock music into the world!! 2024 was an amazing year for the show which boasts the most episodes we've ever done in a year (64) and an amazing array of album reviews, concert reviews, and extraordinary guests. As we have in the past, we've broken it down into 2 shows - Part 1 is about all the albums we've reviewed and all the authors and podcasters who came on our show. Part 2 (out next week) looks back on the live concerts & movies we discussed and the 15 artists & legends we welcomed on the show. We tend to cover albums near a major anniversary (25th, 30th, 40th, 50th, etc) with the newest celebrating its 20th (American Idiot by Green Day) and several turning 55 (Abbey Road by The Beatles, Blind Faith debut, In The Court Of The Crimson King). We may review a double diamond selling classic one week and cult favorite that maybe scratched its way to gold status. But we reflect on all of them and then make our personal Top 5 lists of the albums we reviewed that we liked best. We also welcomed authors who've written some amazing books like Mark Blake and Mick Wall to share some stories along with podcasters who share our passion and knowledge for rock music. Our monthly First Concert Memories series gives people the chance to share special nights in their rock n roll journey that made them fans! Like Markus "The Darkus" Goldman of WMMR and The Imbalanced History of Rock Podcast sharing his experience with U2 Live at Red Rocks in 1983. Or Brian Colburn of My Weekly Mixtape talking about seeing Blues Traveler in NYC just months after 9/11 and finding the crowd was ready for some healing and good times. It was an amazing year on The Wolf and this is just Part 1!! Check out our new website: Ugly American Werewolf in London Website Visit our sponsor RareVinyl.com and use the code UGLY to save 10%! Twitter Threads Instagram YouTube LInkTree www.pantheonpodcasts.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's hard to believe 2024 is coming to an end and that The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock Podcast is now in its 5th year of broadcasting our love for rock music into the world!! 2024 was an amazing year for the show which boasts the most episodes we've ever done in a year (64) and an amazing array of album reviews, concert reviews, and extraordinary guests. As we have in the past, we've broken it down into 2 shows - Part 1 is about all the albums we've reviewed and all the authors and podcasters who came on our show. Part 2 (out next week) looks back on the live concerts & movies we discussed and the 15 artists & legends we welcomed on the show. We tend to cover albums near a major anniversary (25th, 30th, 40th, 50th, etc) with the newest celebrating its 20th (American Idiot by Green Day) and several turning 55 (Abbey Road by The Beatles, Blind Faith debut, In The Court Of The Crimson King). We may review a double diamond selling classic one week and cult favorite that maybe scratched its way to gold status. But we reflect on all of them and then make our personal Top 5 lists of the albums we reviewed that we liked best. We also welcomed authors who've written some amazing books like Mark Blake and Mick Wall to share some stories along with podcasters who share our passion and knowledge for rock music. Our monthly First Concert Memories series gives people the chance to share special nights in their rock n roll journey that made them fans! Like Markus "The Darkus" Goldman of WMMR and The Imbalanced History of Rock Podcast sharing his experience with U2 Live at Red Rocks in 1983. Or Brian Colburn of My Weekly Mixtape talking about seeing Blues Traveler in NYC just months after 9/11 and finding the crowd was ready for some healing and good times. It was an amazing year on The Wolf and this is just Part 1!! Check out our new website: Ugly American Werewolf in London Website Visit our sponsor RareVinyl.com and use the code UGLY to save 10%! Twitter Threads Instagram YouTube LInkTree www.pantheonpodcasts.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When the Imbalanced Brothers dig in on a subject, they're no longer as surprised as often as they used to be. In this episode about The Cars, they find out more about some member's roots, discover a few associations, and delve into this wildly popular band's music. Their adventure provides some unexpected discoveries! Strap in, and get ready for a fun ride! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In our misspent youth, almost everyone had a copy of Led Zeppelin II in their collection. And later? They also had the CD, right? Is that just us? This week we delve into why Led Zeppelin's second record was such a game changer! We feel that the case is made here. As often happens this discussions sparks a bigger album argument inspired by a RRHOF all-time list! We all have our "entry story" when it comes to Zeppelin. The second record brought a ton of new fans, and marked the beginning of Eddie Kramer working with Page and the boys in the studio. As we said we'd do in the episode, here's the info we have on the studios used to record Led Zeppelin II, which was was done in multiple studios in the U.S. and the U. K., including: Olympic, Morgan Studios:Â London, England A&M, Quantum, Sunset, Mirror Sound, Mystic Studios:Â Los Angeles Ardent Studios:Â Memphis, Tennessee A&R, Juggy Sound, Groove, Mayfair Studios:Â New York City R&D Studios:Â Vancouver, British Columbia As always, thanks for downloading and listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Yes, next year it will be 45 years... We can't tell the story any better than this annual repeat episode about one of our favorites, John Lennon: "John meant the world, to most people, and definitely to all of us. His music, his message, and his fun way of spreading it, attracted so many to him. One wicked soul saw things differently than most. He took John's life on 12/8/80... Forgiveness is a virtue, but forgive us for being less than virtuous in our disdain for this man. For us, the living, we have found ways to move forward for decades now. This episode can help those who still mourn... Markus and Ray had two very different evenings on December 8th, 1980. Hear their stories, and a Rock & Roll intersection on that date, and the mournful night after."  We love our sponsor Crooked Eye!!! Please visit their site, and support them because they make this crazy show go: Crooked Eye Brewery  https://crookedeyebrewery.com/ Special thanks to producer Tony "Shoes" Maddox for his original production on the flashback part of this episode! Don't forget that you can find all of our episodes, on-demand, for free right here on our web site: https://imbalancedhistory.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The roasting of the bird! The sharing of the bounty! A tradition that goes back to the earliest days of America. The Imbalanced Boys get into that, but mainly they discuss the modern day addition of Arlo Guthrie's "Alice Restaurant" to the holiday musical fare! Earle Bailey of Sirius-XM stops by to offer historical perspective to the discussion. He shares a couple surprises! Other forms of the original song/album are discussed, it's role in the movement to stop the Vietnam War, as well as a film about the original story in 1969! However you celebrate, be thankful for what you have, and share what you can! We're thankful that you're here!!! ...Markus & Ray Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Markus and Ray welcome Jon Wiederhorn back to discuss his latest co-writing project, Dreaming Japanese, the story of Marty Friedman of Megadeth and so much more! We discuss Marty's life, told amazingly in the book, and his bold career moves, as well as his long-time associations! Now, a J-Pop icon, his role in Megadeth was pretty key as well. Jon informs on Marty's first person telling of his life story, and gives us a glimpse at his own next project! Out in December, get it for the Megafan in your life this holiday season! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Originally released as Episode #134 on 9/6/2021, The FBI vs. Jim Morrison is one of the best episodes of the podcast from the early days! The guys were researching for a Doors episode when Markus unearthed Jim's FBI file! The episode is being re-released today on 11/11/2024, 55 years after the day of that insane Continental flight from L.A. to Phoenix! The FBI's extensive file on Jim and The Doors is dissected, showing Markus & Ray's love of this event, and its role, in Rock & Roll history. Also included? Ray's whacky "Jim Morrison Felony Arrest Poetry Jam!!!" It's rare when balance is brought to the Imbalanced History, but discovering this anniversary (okay, we stumbled onto it..) was inspiring! Hope you enjoy the re-release of this fun episode, and get ready for another new episode next week! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Originally released as Episode #134 on 9/6/2021, The FBI vs. Jim Morrison is one of the best episodes of the podcast from the early days! The guys were researching for a Doors episode when Markus unearthed Jim's FBI file! The episode is being re-released today on 11/11/2024, 55 years after the day of that insane Continental flight from L.A. to Phoenix! The FBI's extensive file on Jim and The Doors is dissected, showing Markus & Ray's love of this event, and its role, in Rock & Roll history. Also included? Ray's whacky "Jim Morrison Felony Arrest Poetry Jam!!!" It's rare when balance is brought to the Imbalanced History, but discovering this anniversary (okay, we stumbled onto it..) was inspiring! Hope you enjoy the re-release of this fun episode, and get ready for another new episode next week! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Markus and Ray tell the tale of a foundation stone of Motown, Diana Ross & The Supremes! From their formation as The Primettes, and through the decades as The Supremes, they not only ran multiple strings of #1 hits, but influenced music and style for women of the 1960s, and beyond! The Imbalanced Boys discuss their rise, and the solo split for Diana, and her amazing solo career. So hop in the Imbalanced Time Machine and let's get back to the start of Motown! We dedicate this episode to the great Quincy Jones, who died the night before it was released. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
To find out what that cryptic Chuck Billy mention refers to, and how Ministry & The Munsters work it out together, among other things...just listen to this episode! Shareable for Hollow Weenie fun via Spotify! Just when you think you've wrung every bit of relevance and fun out of an annual podcast idea...BAM! Hollow Weenie Roast 3: The Final Hallowing! Happy Halloween from your hairy, scary Imbalanced Brothers! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ray and John Toney go back to their earlier radio salad daze in Pennsylvania, when John was also known to take a wicked turn on the stand up bass! He and his wife Suzan relocated to Nashville a few years back! This week he comes to visit and fill us in on some history of the Ryman & the Grand Ole Opry! Here's an easy link to the Ryman's schedule! Plan a visit to The Ryman, and take a tour with JT, if your headed to #Nashville! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This is a re-release of our original episode #311 on 9/4/23: Connecting with David Cousins of The Strawbs for this episode was a different experience for both of the Imbalanced Brothers. Ray was a fan of the band from the 1970s, when Markus was still a younger kid! So they each approached this interview, and the new album, differently. The result is a very exciting take on a classic band making their way back up the UK charts with The Magic Of It All, how they got there, as well as how South Africa now, and then, became central to the project. Dave shares some incredible stuff for guitar and banjo players regarding tunings, tells tales of Sandy Denny and Rick Wakeman, and capped the visit by revealing that a collaboration with members of Wu-Tang Clan is in motion. Find out more about The Strawbs, their new album, and more on their web site! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
From their early Sub Pop eps, to a Metal Grammy nom on their SST debut album, and their major label move to A&M Records, Soundgarden cut their own path. Markus and Ray have different, yet similar tales to tell about how they discovered, and fell in love with, one of their favorite bands. Whether a long-time fan or just discovering the band, enjoy this ride through the decades! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey! Hey! They're The Monkees, but until recently there's been very little discussion about the Rock Hall in Cleveland dusting off a shelf for Davy, Mickey, Mike and Peter! Author Scott Shea comes by to visit with Markus and Ray to discuss the story, follow-up on previous news, and get us updated on The Monkees case. Then, all three take turns making their case for The Monkees enshrinement! Want to sign the petition? Here's a link to the change.org petition page! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
John Donnelly...come on down!!! John sent one of those emails we always talk about, and this week, we present one of his ideas! It's an episode of 5 Favorites, all about the all-time power trios, with John giving us his picks, too! Power, indicating strong, powerful sound, and Trio, denoting three members, and of course, The Vegas Line! The Imbalanced Boys, and their guest, go Round Robin style to count down through it all, to the 2's and the 1's, and the honorable mentions! Have an idea you'd like us to discuss? Wanna be a part of the fun? Send email to: imbalancedhistory@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The one and only Tony Levin, with a new album (Bringing It Down To The Bass), and the all-star Beats Tour on his front burner, stops by to talk about both, and many other things. Both Markus and Ray instantly felt at ease and conversational with Tony. That led to some good discussion of things present and past! Look for Tony on the Beat Tour with Adrian Belew, Steve Vai and Danny Carey! Thanks to our friend Thad Kirk from WHYY for getting us together with Mr. Levin. And check out Bringing It Down To The Bass, the new album by Tony Levin, as discussed in this episode! Already looking forward to the next time that Tony stops by! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Isley Brothers: epitomizing family in the music business, and purveyors of Funk & Soul filled with Rock & Roll! A decades-long, groove filling, heart beating, literal hit machine! Markus and Ray explore their history and, of course their music, in this long overdue episode of the podcast! The losses, sparking change, and adaptability! Hear how they intersected with Jimi Hendrix! It's all inside this week's episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Back in May 2024, in Episode #351, Doro/Tyketto drummer Johnny Dee, our old friend from his Philly days, made the Conshohocken-Frankfurt Connection. During that chat he confided that he, as a listener to the podcast, had questions. This week, he's back with those queries, and more, apparently. This has never happened on this podcast before, so it's exciting to hear what happens! Yo, Johnny! Yer up! Catch this and any older episode on our web site, right here!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Born of psychedelia (when "it" was still good) and the S.F. scene of the mid-1960s, the Imbalanced Boys dig into the formation and early ways of this R&RHOF (class of 1996) band this week! 2400 Fulton Street, their mansion's address, was Golden Gate Park-adjacent, and a short walk to the Grateful Dead's house "in the Haight." In the early daze of the scene, things were "still coming together." Later, Marty, Grace, Jorma, Paul, Jack & Spencer would rock the universe! In that atmosphere Blind Thomas Jefferson Airplane formed and took flight. Prime flying time, festival glory, plus years of commercial success can't prevent major changes, as the story unfolds. Catch the tale in this week's episode, plus some really groooovy tunes! All of our episodes are available where you get podcasts AND on our web site! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
For the focus of this week's episode, see the attached guitar meme from @SongStoriesRewind which casts a wide net, and sparks the discussion of axes and their masters. Paul Hammond knows both ends of that stick! His long history as a founding member of the top-shelf Led Zeppelin tribute, Get The Led Out is part of the discussion (see Jimmy Page double-neck!), as is his love and knowledge of guitars. Get details about the band's upcoming shows we discussed, and to keep up with the band RIGHT HERE! Red Rocks, the legendary venue, comes up this week, too! Here's a link to last year's visit for the band! Hit Get The Led Out's website here, and get to a show near you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Lawyer by day, Rock n' Roll author by night, this week the Imbalanced Boys are Talkin' Elvis with James Cosby! Hit his website for more info on Jim and his books, and buy here! The journey this week takes us to Tupelo and Memphis, and the move towards Rock & Roll for the man who would be The King! The roles of radio and the recording studios in Memphis' fertile scene are part of the discussion. That leads to Sam Phillips and Sun Studios, that magic recording moment, and how it reacted from airplay! The move to RCA, national TV, movies and more are part of this episode, our first about Elvis! Find all of our episodes on our web site! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's time to break the Summer vacation doldrums with 5 Favorites, the podcast that acts like a game show! This time, we move forward from our 1970s Bass Players episode and dig into the 1980s answers to some of the same questions raised in our previous dive! FInd all of our episodes here!!! Thanks to Crooked Eye Brewery for their constant support!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This is the original copy for the previous release of this episode on 12/26/21: "This episode is the story of a lost live album by the great Johnny & June Carter Cash, recorded shortly after the legendary Folsom Prison Live album. The contrast in energy of these two nights is stark, and part of the discussion. The mood the night of the show was appropriately laid back for San Francisco. The Carousel Ballroom, which would shortly become the Fillmore (West), hosted the April 24, 1968 concert, and tape was rolling, as was the case when Owlsley Stanley was at the sound board. He recorded most shows that he mixed, which gives purpose to his foundation's modern mission of preservation. This Carter-Cash album could do a lot of good in that area. Markus and Ray talk with William "Hawk" Semins and Pete Bell of The Owlsley Stanley Foundation, about this show, and their ongoing efforts to preserve this audio legacy! Then they're joined by John Carter Cash, legendary producer and artist, and son of John and June! He gives the family legacy's view of this show, among other things! An amazing way to explore this unexpected audio treat and to mark our 150th episode!!! Listen to this cool episode, and then get caught up here!!! Thanks to our sponsors, Crooked Eye Brewery for their support of the podcast!" And just like that! Summer Vacay 202 is a wrap! Look for fresh, new episodes, starting August 5th! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Originally released as episode #138 on 10/7/21, now tweaked and remastered for Summer Vacay 2024! "Coming together out of the fertile environment of Adelphi University and its college radio station, Public Enemy burst forth with a wall of power, a collective that changed Hip-Hop and helped forge an unholy alliance with Metal! Their song, "Fight The Power" played an actual role in Spike Lee's "Do The Right Thing," which put the group on the radar of a much wider audience. In this week's adventure, we explore the band's roots as a loosely associated group of artists who converge via WBAU, coalescing as The Bomb Squad, with unreal "solid work" being set off. It's a rambling, veering off-kilter look at PE, who have been part of both Imbalanced Brothers' musical life! Hats off to the samplers, the DJs scratchin' it out, the MCs sayin' it! Give it up for The Funky Drummer!!! Take time to learn stuff about stuff you already know stuff about! Listen to this cool episode, and then get caught up here!!! Thanks to our sponsor, Crooked Eye Brewery for their support of the podcast!" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This is a first-ever repeat of this original episode of the podcast! Released as #134 on 9/6/21! It has been remastered, but is otherwise as it was originally released, now, as episode #360. Our original episode notes: At the end of "Jim Morrison: 50 Years Gone" episode, Markus dropped a paper bomb in the form of The Doors, and Jim Morrison's FBI files! Weeks later, he and Ray were back in the studio discussing these files, available under the Freedom Of Information Act. The Doors are a band whose history is both overblown, and yet under-explored. So, let's learn things at the same time as your hosts, and discover some of the truth behind the persecution of Jim and The Doors! If you want to explore these files, click on through to our Doors Blog where you'll find both files, as well as, "Jim Morrison's Felony Arrest Poetry Jam!" (as a free standing file) Take time to learn stuff about stuff you already know stuff about! Listen to this cool episode, and then get caught up here!!! Thanks to our sponsor, Crooked Eye Brewery for their support of the podcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Another previously, never-repeated episode for Week #2 of our #SummerVacation2024! Here's the original copy for the episode's first release in 2021: "In 2020 the Covid Pandemic took from us, Frederick Nathaniel "Toots" Hibbert. The man who coined the term Reggay, Toots was Reggae with soul. His depth, power, warmth and continual positive messages really influenced many musicians. Songs like "Pressure Drop," "Monkey Man" and "Do The Reggay," have been covered by many artists. We found out how Toots came up with the term "Reggay" in the song "Do The Reggay", how the spelling changed and so much more. A fun trip to the Island of Jamaica and Beyond." Always a fun vacation destination, including this week on the podcast! The Vacation continues with a remastering of our original episode, Jim Morrison Vs. The FBI (#134, 9/6/2021)!!! All of our releases are always available on our web site, by clicking here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Vacation for the Imbalanced History team means 5 classic, never-before-repeated, episodes from 2021, through the month of July!!! When Markus and Ray first talked to Steve Hackett, he and his wife Jo were in Covid lockdown, early in the pandemic. The reality of Covid is part of the discussion, but we've edited the original discussion, for current purposes. Still, the story of how this amazing album, Under A Mediterranean Sky, came to be, comes through, as the guys and Steve dig into the music, and its sources. Here's a handy link to purchase any of the albums/videos we discuss via Hackettsongs.com! A couple notes: this episode was originally episode #107, and our sound quality then, isn't what it is these days. Begging your pardon, but the interview & music make it worth it! Week One of five, for Week two, next Monday: Do The Reggay with Toots & The Maytals!!! All episodes, any time on our web site! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Vacation for the Imbalanced History team means 5 classic, never-before-repeated, episodes from 2021, through the month of July!!! When Markus and Ray first talked to Steve Hackett, he and his wife Jo were in Covid lockdown, early in the pandemic. The reality of Covid is part of the discussion, but we've edited the original discussion, for current purposes. Still, the story of how this amazing album, Under A Mediterranean Sky, came to be, comes through, as the guys and Steve dig into the music, and its sources. Here's a handy link to purchase any of the albums/videos we discuss via Hackettsongs.com! A couple notes: this episode was originally episode #107, and our sound quality then, isn't what it is these days. Begging your pardon, but the interview & music make it worth it! Week One of five, for Week two, next Monday: Do The Reggay with Toots & The Maytals!!! All episodes, any time on our web site! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Before our July Summer vacation, a really great talk with author Daniel Rachel (Like Some Forgotten Dream, Don't Look Back In Anger, Walls Come Tumbling Down) to discuss his latest book, Too Much Too Young: The 2-Tone Records Story! The music of Ska was the next big thing in London, and in Coventry, where many of the bands percolated in a vacuum. They were less effected by outside trends, and created their own thing. It's about the way Ska music, back to the early artists of Jamaica, makes you feel! The way it moves you! Daniel and the guys delve into that and what fueled the black & white-checkered trend of the Brits who adopted this music as their own! The Americans got into the act, too, as both Ray and Markus indicate in this episode. If you don't know much about Ska, dig in and start to learn right here! Hit our web site for our other episodes about the music of Jamaica by clicking here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
From his family roots to his dual career paths, taken simultaneously, Markus and Ray take the ride with you, musically, and historically! From London to L.A., we talk about his musical life, and all the twists and turns it took. Due to the risk of a 2+ hourlong episode, much of Rod Stewart's personal story is pretty much left out. So, it's football and booze, and The Faces, and an amazing solo career that recently marked 55 years! Add your two cents for a follow-up episode by emailing us: imbalancedhistory@gmail.com New to the podcast? Start from the top, or click here to find all of our episodes! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sometimes when you do interviews, the discussion expands beyond the movie or book the subject came to promote. That's what happened when Markus & Ray talked with author Steven Gaines. But Gaines isn't just any Rock author, having been Alice Cooper's biographer & regular golf partner, writing books and penning columns, and interviewing all of The Beatles for his book, The Love You Make. All You Need Is Love, his new book, builds a POV telling of the tale, introducing new information and perspective. Gaines also shares many previously unknown details about his experiences interviewing Fabs. He also tells his own story in the midst of it (next book, Steve?). All are reasons for reading this book. As Steven details his experience with Philadelphia, our hometown, his interaction with local TV icon Gene London comes into play. One of a ton of great tales about the writing of the book inside our interview! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Someone had the idea to start a meme, in tribute if you will, to the elders. All genres, all artists, all that matters! Healthy discussions (lookin' at you, Facebook friends!) are a good thing, but try to be kind! What's cool is the variety of amazing artists, well past full retirement age, who've decided that playing on the back porch is "for old folks!" So they go on: recording albums, playing live tours, recording albums of live tours, and more! Soooo, The Imbalanced Boys SALUTE them all in this week's episode. Have someone you think should have been included, email us at: imbalancedhistory@gmail.com There are a few fun realizations along the way... Find all of our episodes on our web site! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
"Summer, it turns me upside down! Summer, summer, summer!! It's like a merry-go-round!!!" Ahhhh, whatever it means to you, Summer is in the air! The Boys hit us with their most seasonal faves as we celebrate Memorial Day in the U.S. It's also the unofficial start of the Summer season in a lotta places! These albums, right here? They make the season GO!!!! Listen to all or any any of our episodes, right there!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When Markus told Ray about his love of Traffic, it sparked a conversation that spills into this episode. Proving we all have our own path, Markus notes When The Eagle Flies as his favorite, while Ray prefers Low Spark... That led to discussion of Blind Faith, a 1969 side project, which the Boys discuss as well. It's a different-angle perspective and an exploration of an amazing musical trek that draws in a number interesting characters beyond the core characters! Catch up on all of our episodes right here!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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