Podcast appearances and mentions of King Crimson

Bass legend Tony Levin (King Crimson, Peter Gabriel, etc) reflects on Fripp, John Lennon, near-misses with Zappa, Pink Floyd, and life on the road. new Stick Men album "Let's Thrak Again" available here Topics Include: Scheduling chaos / Ron Carter Stickmen's "Let's Thrack Again" reworks a King Crimson rhythm concept Tony defines "thracking" — playing five against seven simultaneously Robert Fripp names complex King Crimson riffs with odd phrases Tony rarely forgets bass parts, even decades later Simple transitions, not hard parts, cause live disasters Upcoming Beat tour features Zappa alumni, except Tony Tony's first NYC band included ex-Mothers of Invention members Peter Gabriel froze onstage during a hostile Zappa co-bill Tony regrets missing a Herbie Hancock/Joni Mitchell session He also turned down touring with Pink Floyd David Gilmour flew in unannounced for a Les Paul tribute Radio Registry once dispatched interchangeable NYC session bassists fast Tony preferred live touring over endless studio session work He's a self-described "road dog" still touring at his age Off-stage, Tony writes memoirs, poetry, and takes photographs He owns many basses but doesn't consider himself a collector Discipline started as a side project before becoming King Crimson Tony chose the Chapman stick over bass in that first rehearsal Fripp lets players interpret parts; Gabriel invents wild new techniques Peter Gabriel suggested cymbals on fingers, inspiring "funk fingers" Tony isn't certain whether "Blood of Eden" used fretless bass He senses a song's emotion before lyrics are finished Tony learned King Crimson disbanded from a stranger at the opera He never actually felt Thrak function as a "double trio" No Australian dates planned yet, though he'd love to visit King Crimson's future depends entirely on Robert Fripp's instincts Aging has slowed his technical dexterity, but not memory He recalls John Lennon's advice: "don't play too many notes" High resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Apple: https://tinyurl.com/tvg-ios Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/tvg-spot Amazon Music: https://tinyurl.com/tvg-amazon Support the show at Patreon.com/VinylGuide

Joe Cronin hosts a wrestling show that perhaps at one time was popular. That's definitely not the case anymore. He seems to hate it. The specific episode we chose to review is a definite red flag. He probably needs someone who loves him (or just kinda likes him) to step in and help.  Jim from Jim and Them had an amazing accomplishment recently. He and his cohost were able to infiltrate (purchase tickets for) Corey Feldman's 55th birthday party. Corey's band performed (of course). Jerry Banfield continues to struggle with his current existence. He LOVES dating girls but he also wants to settle down and have children ASAP. People try to help him but he refuses all common sense advice because, this just in, he might be crazy. Howard Stern's band The Losers played King Crimson. Chad Zumock bails on a debate with Rocco about the business of stand up comedy and makes up a horrible excuse for it. He scared! Anthony Cumia slaps back at Ron the Waiter after Ron's horrible impression of Ant and Ron's uneducated assessment of the Anthony and Jim Show. Ron is so out of his league it's hilarious. Anthony took a lie detector on Legion of Skanks and it turned into an “Opie sucks” chant from the audience. Opie's FU Friday episode is full of unfunny references for 40 years ago that are both lazy and depressing. We finish with your voicemails. Subscribe to Jim's channel (it's really good): https://www.youtube.com/@JimandThemShow  WATP candy available now: https://www.leiselandfriendsgourmet.com/ Support us, get bonus episodes, and watch live every Saturday and Wednesday: ⁠⁠http://bit.ly/watp-patreon⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://watp.supercast.tech/⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ozzy Osbourne will get his own haunted house at Universal Studios for their Halloween Horror Nights this fall, the supergroup BEAT that features Tony Levin, Adrian Belew & Steve Vai tackling the 80's era King Crimson catalog announce another North American tour, this time with Terry Bozzio behind the kit in place of Danny Carey as he has upcoming Tool obligations this fall, Alice In Chains will release a special 30th anniversary edition of their landmark MTV Unplugged performance from 1996, Pearl Jam's Jeff Ament will release a book containing over 250 rare black-and-white photographs that he took of the band in the early 90s, most of which have never been published before…… PLUS ‘This Week in Rock & Roll History Trivia', Rock Birthdays, ‘The Best & Worst Rock Album Artwork of the Week' & much more!All of our links are up at www.rocknewsweekly.com every Monday, where you can check out the full episode on 8 platforms (including Amazon Audible & Apple/Google Podcasts). We pride ourselves in not using any AI artwork, products or services.Watch us LIVE, chat with us & more…Every Sunday around 2pm PST @ https://www.twitch.tv/rocknewsweeklyWatch all of our videos, interviews & subscribe at Youtube.com/@rocknewsweeklyFollow us online:Instagram.com/rocknewsweeklyFacebook.com/rocknewsweeklyTwitter.com/rocknewsweeklyTikTok.com/@rocknewsweekly#OzzyOsbourne #UniversalStudios #Beat2026Tour #AliceInChains #JeffAment#Rock #News #RockNews #RockNewsWeekly #RockNewsWeeklyPodcast #Podcast #Podcasts #Metal #HeavyMetal #Alt #Alternative #ClassicRock #70s #80s #90s #Indie #Trivia #RockTrivia #RockBirthdays #NewMusic #NewMusicReleases

Tim Pope caught the video wave in 1981 and made hundreds of promotional clips, often three or four a week, edited at night and on-air days later. You'll have seen them, singles for the Style Council, The The, Iggy Pop, Hall & Oates and many others. For 15 years he was the man to call – inventive, caffeinated, risk-loving, clubbable – and “nothing was too mad or stupid”. He celebrates that magic age of big budgets and creative freedom in his story-filled memoir ‘I Shoot Rock Stars', just out, and looks back here at … … the video that made his reputation … MTV showing six of his clips in a row … the thrill of Bowie's silhouette as he walked across the Rainbow stage in 1977: “there was so little footage back then, you'd rarely seen people move” … his teenage love of Dusty, ELP, King Crimson and Pink Floyd … shooting seven clips a fortnight and the one time a record label tried to interfere … Neil Young's 2,000-acre Broken Arrow Ranch and the “burning fires of his eyes” … Iggy Pop singing I Wanna Be Your Dog in the John Snow pub in Soho … “German sausages, lumps of lamb, maggots, a whole party”: the Soft Cell clip that caused a walk-out ... “You're a funny little arsehole!”: breaking the ice with Bowie … what he learnt from Mark Hollis of Talk Talk and spending time with his ashes. Order ‘I Shoot Rock Stars' here: https://www.waterstones.com/book/i-shoot-rock-stars/tim-pope/9781035426959Help us to keep The Longest Continuous Conversation In Rock'n'Roll going: https://www.patreon.com/wordinyourear Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tim Pope caught the video wave in 1981 and made hundreds of promotional clips, often three or four a week, edited at night and on-air days later. You'll have seen them, singles for the Style Council, The The, Iggy Pop, Hall & Oates and many others. For 15 years he was the man to call – inventive, caffeinated, risk-loving, clubbable – and “nothing was too mad or stupid”. He celebrates that magic age of big budgets and creative freedom in his story-filled memoir ‘I Shoot Rock Stars', just out, and looks back here at … … the video that made his reputation … MTV showing six of his clips in a row … the thrill of Bowie's silhouette as he walked across the Rainbow stage in 1977: “there was so little footage back then, you'd rarely seen people move” … his teenage love of Dusty, ELP, King Crimson and Pink Floyd … shooting seven clips a fortnight and the one time a record label tried to interfere … Neil Young's 2,000-acre Broken Arrow Ranch and the “burning fires of his eyes” … Iggy Pop singing I Wanna Be Your Dog in the John Snow pub in Soho … “German sausages, lumps of lamb, maggots, a whole party”: the Soft Cell clip that caused a walk-out ... “You're a funny little arsehole!”: breaking the ice with Bowie … what he learnt from Mark Hollis of Talk Talk and spending time with his ashes. Order ‘I Shoot Rock Stars' here: https://www.waterstones.com/book/i-shoot-rock-stars/tim-pope/9781035426959Help us to keep The Longest Continuous Conversation In Rock'n'Roll going: https://www.patreon.com/wordinyourear Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tim Pope caught the video wave in 1981 and made hundreds of promotional clips, often three or four a week, edited at night and on-air days later. You'll have seen them, singles for the Style Council, The The, Iggy Pop, Hall & Oates and many others. For 15 years he was the man to call – inventive, caffeinated, risk-loving, clubbable – and “nothing was too mad or stupid”. He celebrates that magic age of big budgets and creative freedom in his story-filled memoir ‘I Shoot Rock Stars', just out, and looks back here at … … the video that made his reputation … MTV showing six of his clips in a row … the thrill of Bowie's silhouette as he walked across the Rainbow stage in 1977: “there was so little footage back then, you'd rarely seen people move” … his teenage love of Dusty, ELP, King Crimson and Pink Floyd … shooting seven clips a fortnight and the one time a record label tried to interfere … Neil Young's 2,000-acre Broken Arrow Ranch and the “burning fires of his eyes” … Iggy Pop singing I Wanna Be Your Dog in the John Snow pub in Soho … “German sausages, lumps of lamb, maggots, a whole party”: the Soft Cell clip that caused a walk-out ... “You're a funny little arsehole!”: breaking the ice with Bowie … what he learnt from Mark Hollis of Talk Talk and spending time with his ashes. Order ‘I Shoot Rock Stars' here: https://www.waterstones.com/book/i-shoot-rock-stars/tim-pope/9781035426959Help us to keep The Longest Continuous Conversation In Rock'n'Roll going: https://www.patreon.com/wordinyourear Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of The Bandwich Tapes, I sit down with multi-instrumentalist, singer, songwriter, and producer Eliot Lewis for a conversation about rhythm, versatility, technology, and the experiences that shaped his remarkable career.Eliot began as a drummer and still considers rhythm the foundation of everything he does. We talk about how that early connection to the drums influenced his work as a guitarist, bassist, keyboardist, singer, and songwriter, as well as the unspoken communication that develops when musicians spend years learning how to play together.We also explore Eliot's years with Average White Band, where he grew as a performer and lead vocalist while sharing stages with artists including Earth, Wind & Fire, B.B. King, Buddy Guy, War, and the Ohio Players. Eliot discusses his work with producer and songwriter Dan Hartman, playing on Tina Turner's “The Best,” and learning the value of becoming a musical chameleon who can understand and support many different artists.A large part of our conversation focuses on Eliot's time with Hall & Oates and Live from Daryl's House. He explains how the musicians learned and recorded new material with very little rehearsal, why Daryl Hall wanted the performances to remain spontaneous, and what Eliot learned from working with guests such as Robert Fripp, CeeLo Green, Booker T. Jones, Grace Potter, and KT Tunstall.Eliot also takes us inside his current solo live-looping show. He describes the technical and musical challenge of creating the sound and dynamics of a full band by himself, the importance of remaining in the moment, and why technology should always serve the song rather than replace the musicianship underneath it.Key TakeawaysEliot still considers himself a drummer first, and rhythm remains the foundation of his work on every instrument.His live-looping show is designed to create the feeling and dynamics of a three- or four-piece band rather than simply repeat accompaniment.Learning several instruments helped Eliot understand how each musical role fits into an arrangement without competing for space.His years with Average White Band developed his confidence as a singer, songwriter, performer, and collaborative band member.Working on Live from Daryl's House required strong ears, quick preparation, trust between musicians, and an ability to respond in the moment.Eliot believes technology is most effective when it supports the song, but a performer must still be able to play and communicate when the technology fails.Running a solo career means balancing music with booking, travel, marketing, arranging, production, and the many other responsibilities that happen away from the stage.Music from the EpisodeRetroactive - Eliot LewisJetstream - Eliot LewisSonic Soldier - Eliot LewisHelpless - Eliot LewisAbout the PodcastThe Bandwich Tapes is a music interview podcast hosted by Brad Williams. Each episode features thoughtful conversations with musicians, songwriters, producers, and other creative artists about their careers, influences, collaborations, musical craft, and the experiences that shape their work.Connect with the ShowQuestions, comments, or guest suggestions:contact@thebandwichtapes.com

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we sit down with acclaimed drummer Pat Mastelotto for a wide-ranging conversation about his remarkable career in music. From the chart-topping success of Mr. Mister to the adventurous world of King Crimson, Pat shares stories about collaboration, creativity, technology, and developing his distinctive approach to both acoustic and electronic percussion.Tu-NerMr. Mister live at the RitzKing Crimson on youTubeSupport the showBrowse the 33/24 Archives: Check out the backroom!Follow us:InstagramFacebookWatch us on YouTube!

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This week Marv did more podcast editing, started writing articles, and more, but as the image shows, has still not got the new show art.Also this week he eats crow by apologising for a mistake the previous episode about listening times (thanks to Neal Veglio's Podmastery podcast), and received more inspiration from King Crimson's Robert Fripp. He also agreed with Dave Campbell's Substack article about getting more comfortable with show guests/friends, and yet again entered the AI debate, thanks to AI Michael Caine and John McDermott of Caloroga Shark Media.

À l'occasion de la sortie de "Castle Park", album solo inédit de Graham Coxon enregistré en 2011 et enfin publié en 2026, le guitariste de Blur s'est confié à Marjorie Hache dans RTL2 Pop-Rock Station. Il revient sur la genèse longtemps différée de ce disque aux accents mod et 60's, sur le single "Billy Says" déjà connu de ses fans, mais aussi sur ses influences, de King Crimson à Talk Talk en passant par Syd Barrett, sans oublier quelques confidences plus intimes autour de l'écriture et de la mémoire. Graham Coxon - Billy Says Graham Coxon - Isn't it funny Graham Coxon - Alright Pink Floyd - Arnold Layne Blur - 1992 Graham Coxon - EasyHébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

À l'occasion de la sortie de "Castle Park", album solo inédit de Graham Coxon enregistré en 2011 et enfin publié en 2026, le guitariste de Blur s'est confié à Marjorie Hache dans RTL2 Pop-Rock Station. Il revient sur la genèse longtemps différée de ce disque aux accents mod et 60's, sur le single "Billy Says" déjà connu de ses fans, mais aussi sur ses influences, de King Crimson à Talk Talk en passant par Syd Barrett, sans oublier quelques confidences plus intimes autour de l'écriture et de la mémoire. Blur - Song 2 Fat Dog - Go Fuck Urself Joni Mitchell - California Dire Straits - Romeo And Juliet Depeche Mode - Dream On The Stooges - 1969 Green Day - Oh Yeah The Clash - Lost In The Supermarket Rage Against The Machine - Renegades Of Funk The Cure - Lullaby Interpol - See Out Loud Beastie Boys - Bennie And The Jets (Live) Cage The Elephant - Ain't No Rest For The Wicked Alanis Morissette - Reasons I Drink Borderline - When It's Raining The Doors - Roadhouse Blues Pearl Jam - Better Man Lykke Li - Lucky Again Graham Coxon - Billy Says Graham Coxon - Isn't it funny Graham Coxon - Alright Pink Floyd - Arnold Layne Blur - 1992 Graham Coxon - EasyHébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

The giants of progressive rock never truly disappeared… their influence evolved. Join me this week for a journey through the musical bloodlines of Yes, Genesis, Emerson, Lake & Palmer, and King Crimson — explored through the music of modern bands who carry the spirit of those Architects forward while forging identities of their own.

CLD gave us an EPPP of four cover tunes in 2017, three of which had been performed live on the previous tour. We sample the originals, discuss some of the circumstances of the bands being covered, and compare to the CLD effort. Overall, it's a rewarding piece that might expand your musical pallette. If you're already familiar with Flower Travellin' Band, more power to you!Get involvedInstagramFacebookEmailBurn your money 

This week, we bow down and raise up the almighty guitar heroes! The foundation of Rock n' Punk n' Metal is the guitar and the amazing sounds that those who wield them can make. How do they make such wonderful noise with metal wires on a piece of wood? There's some kinda voodoo in their hands, and we set off on a journey to raise some of the 70s shredders that you may have forgotten! What's this InObscuria thing? We're a podcast that exhumes obscure Rock n' Punk n' Metal and puts them in one of 3 categories: the Lost, the Forgotten, or the Should Have Beens. This week we discuss all three. Get out your old 70's Guitar Player mags and flip the pages as we discuss some of the most amazing fingers to ever touch a fretboard! Songs this week include: Frank Marino & Mahogany Rush – “Electric Reflections Of War / The World Anthem / The Answer” from Live (1978) Rory Gallagher – “Shadow Play” from Photo-Finish (1978) Tommy Bolin – “Teaser” from Teaser (1975) Robert Fripp – “Disengage II” from Exposure (1979) Wild Horses – “The Rapist” from Wild Horses (1980) Dixie Dregs – “Punk Sandwich” from Night Of The Living Dregs (1979) Alice Cooper – “Devil's Food / The Black Widow” from The Alice Cooper Show (1977) Al Di Meola – “Race With Devil On Spanish Highway” from Elegant Gypsy (1977) Check us out on the Boneless Podcasting Network: https://bonelesspodcasting.com/ Visit us: https://inobscuria.com/ https://www.facebook.com/InObscuria https://twitter.com/inobscuria https://www.instagram.com/inobscuria/ Buy cool stuff with our logo on it: InObscuria Store Check out Robert's amazing fire sculptures and metal workings here: http://flamewerx.com/ If you'd like to check out Kevin's band THE SWEAR, take a listen on all streaming services or pick up a digital copy of their latest release here: https://theswear.bandcamp.com/ If you want to hear Robert and Kevin's band from the late 90s – early 00s BIG JACK PNEUMATIC, check it out here: https://bigjackpnuematic.bandcamp.com/

I'm always in motion, but I'm not going anywhere. I'm still the opposite of Ben when I think about it. He's everywhere and all at once, and so busy, and the scurrying barely stops. I mean, I almost wonder if Ben is real when I stop to think about it. I never see him. I feel like I imagine I hear him as much as actually hearing him, but yeah, the proof of him was definitely on display for a time. And the echo of him sure seems real. I feel like he and I have worked a pretty good system on this place now too — he's probably more likely to be fully enjoying the run of the joint when I'm out. So I'm trying to go out more. But I also know I'm going nowhere very quickly.Bought a copy of Gravity's Rainbow from a secondhand store, and I take it with me most places. It's good. I mean, I am reading it, I do like it, I do get it, and all that. But it's also a book most people you meet have no fucking idea about, or the idea they have is it's too big for them, so I am able to bullshit about it with just about anyone. It's the Ulysses for Generation X. Basically. I must remember to tell a bunch of people that, and with the conviction that's my own idea too.Hannah was in my dream last night. And I've had the dream before. About once a week I'd say at present. I run to her at the tree. I get there in time, but I call her Anna, she shakes her head as if to say that's not her name, so the query cannot be for her. And I wake with her in the air, the rope around her neck. It's got me drinking breakfast beers, at least when I have leftovers. I shouldn't drink before lunchtime, or even before dinner time, but at least I'm too embarrassed to take my car anywhere, so I'm not in danger of driving again. Instead I load up my Discman with this great new album, Rocket by Primitive Radio Gods. No one knows it, which is exactly why I love it. At best, people seem to know the single, Standing Outside a Broken Phone Booth with Money In My Hand. Feels like a metaphor to me. Or just a scene I'm constantly walking right through. I first heard it in the movie Cable Guy, and it was perfect, if not that noticeable to many. But how could you not notice and love that song when it's riding on a sample of B.B. King's How Blue Can You Get? Only thing about relentlessly listening to this song is it's not all that great for my mood. I start thinking about whether I'm gonna bump into Joolz, or Anna for that matter. Or that fucking girl that was with Esther and Liz. I mean I don't think she knows I even exist, but yeah, I would say something now. I know I could. I'd ask her about Gravity's Rainbow. Show her my book, which is so well-thumbed. Could even make out it was new to me, and it's my constant re-reading that's made it look all old and nearly ruined. Slick. I'm'a do that for sure. Will and Glen want me to go record shopping with them, so I walk along with my Primitive Radio Gods, and I listen to Phone Booth three times, then skip it forward to Who Say, which is basically a different band, even though it's actually the same one guy making all of the music. Sounds like Supergroove or something. I like it. But I'm telling myself I love it, just so I can have something no one else holds on to. Album of the Year I'm deciding. No one will pick this. But I am. Inside the store, Will's got all these old prog-rock records for a buck each, Genesis and King Crimson and CAN. He holds them up one by one, for me to say yes or no to.The Lamb Lies Down On Broadway. Genesis. “Yes.”In The Court of the Crimson King. King Crimson. “Yes.”Tago Mago. CAN. “Yes.”Tales From Topographic Oceans. By the band Yes. “No.”Well it gets a laugh from Glen. But then, “You're a fucking snob, Jimmy. Wannabe fucking snob.”“I'm not a snob, I just think Yes is the fucking pits. And Jon Anderson sounds like a frog. I mean, fuckssake, if you're gonna buy that you might as well buy a Rush album.”“They're only a buck,” Will says. “So I think I'll just get it anyway, eh.”“Fine. What would I know,” I say. “Indeed”, Glen says”. And he's laughing.“Well,” I say, “I would know that if you're going to get anything from 1973, it better not be a fucking Yes record, and it absolutely should be a Thomas Pynchon novel.” I'm reaching for Rainbow from my backpack, and Will has his hand reverse-cupped across his forehead. Glen is just laughing even harder. “Fuck up about that fucking book,” Glen adds. “Just because you can't read,” I say.“I can read a room though,” Glen bats straight back. Can't lie. This lands. I think he can even see that I'm wounded. Slightly. “Fuck man,” I'm searching, buying time. “Fucking hell you dick, I mean shit, my fucking girlfriend killed herself.”“Oh yeah,” Glen says. “But do you need to tell everyone you meet this instantly. And also, where is the evidence of this mate? I mean, tragic fucking story, but seriously, it's like you kinda turned it on to suit, there's no photos of you, no one to back you up on this. I am not saying it's not sad as hell. It is. But there's a weird angle too, if you're grafting yourself to the story a little more than is true.”“Cunt!” I had nothing. That was it. I walked straight out of the store, and straight into Joolz. Head down, and angry. Me, that is. I just ploughed into her, and of course, I say sorry. She looks up, deer frozen for a second. “Joolz!” I say. She pulls free from my very loose grip, my hands on her shoulders, apologising, gently holding her to make sure she's steady. But nah. She's having none of this. She shakes her head, as if I've got the wrong person, puts her head down and walks fast. I take three steps after her then stop. “Bitch,” I shout. And then instantly feel like a fucking dick. At the bar, I'm lining up a beer and a bourbon. Americans call it a Boilermaker. I call it necessary. I hit most of the beer in one big slug. Then down the shot. Then back to neck the end of the beer. How is this happening to me. Why am I going everywhere and nowhere all at once and never? How am I the rocket falling in my own story? “You look glum?”“Thanks,” I say. “At least I'm doing something right, I suppose. Like, I feel like I should look glum.”I know she's paid to talk to me, but still. The barmaid says, “What's that book you got there? Is that gonna cheer you up, or is that what's making you sad? It looks,” she pauses, “huge!”It's on the tip of my tongue to say thanks for noticing, but I'd only fuck it up. “Gravity's Rainbow by Thomas Pynchon,” I say. No insight, no joke, no nothing. Just title and author. “Oh, I've heard of that,” she says. And I don't believe her. “Want another combo,” she adds, gesturing to the two glasses. “Tell me about the book,” and she's already turning her back to refill the bourbon shot.“It's pretty dense, right. But it has a real humour to it, also a real metaphysical fatalism.”“A meta-what-now?”“If they get you asking the wrong questions, then they don't have to worry about the answers.”“So that's a wrong question then?”“No no, sorry, that's pretty much a line from the book. I mean not verbatim, but close to it.”“So you're a sad guy, but a smart guy. Reckon you can actually explain to me what the book is about there, smart guy?”“Classic paranoid countercultural stuff, high brow, low brow, the works. It's a book about everything. And nothing.”“Well,” she says, putting the pint down next to the shot of bourbon, “It should really be called Rainbow's Gravity shouldn't it? I mean that's the pot of gold weighing it down, eh?”“Oh my fucking god. It's about rockets. That's the space rocket's arc. The rainbow. It's a metaphor. It's not really about density. The only density in the book is what you're bringing to it. And it sounds like you're bringing a lot!” As soon as I've said it, I think about how I botched every aspect of that. I'm a boring, rude cunt, and I cannot flirt. What the fuck was that?“Hey, sad cunt? Drink your drinks and fuck off, okay?”“Look, my girlfriend, she, um, she ah she took her life…”“Is that because the only other option was having you being a patronising jerk to her? I don't believe you. And I'm not going to serve you. You're done. Finish that and piss right off okay. And I'll tell my partner about you. So fucking watch it.”The bourbon goes down easily and immediately, but I take one swig of the beer and it just feels off. Not the actual taste, but I can't be here. I push the stool back, and it clatters to the floor, my feet vaguely caught in it, I nearly lose my balance. “Get walking there, class act,” the barmaid serves a different kind of shot. “Look, I'm sorry,” I say. And I'm already walking.“You sure are,” she says. All but spitting the words at my back. I've turned and walked, and I'm not looking back. I stand outside and count the coins from my pocket into my hand, and then back into the other hand. I take the Primitive Radio Gods CD out from the Discman and file it in the case, and put it back in my bag, and grab Natalie Merchant's Tigerlily. I can't hear that Broken Phone Booth song again anytime soon. I'm basically standing there as if I'm in the song. As if the song is me. My life. My mood. The sum of it all. And I need to keep moving. I kick at nothing, as I walk the streets wondering where to go. And yeah, I skip straight to Carnival.Sounds Good! is a reader-supported publication. 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"Rock Bottom", le film consacré à l'album mythique du grand ROBERT WYATT et réalisé par Maria Trenor sera projeté au cinéma Jacques Tati de St Nazaire ce mardi 9 juin à 20h30. Un évènement "Cinéma et Causeries" organisé par le VIP, au cours duquel j'aurais l'honneur d'animer un échange à l'issue de la séance. Ce film, sorti en 2024 à l'occasion du 50ème anniversaire du Chef d'Œuvre de Robert Wyatt, est une belle réussite de la cinéaste espagnole :  délicat, mélancolique, tragique et à la fois positif et poétique, avec un zest d'humour so british, en fait, le reflet du monument vinylique de l'ex-Soft Machine. L'émission de ce soir s'ouvrait donc avec un extrait de cet album dans lequel j'ai pris beaucoup de plaisir à me replonger pour cette occasion unique !  Autre figure du rock progressif des ces années 70, GENESIS sortait en 1972 son "FoxTrot" et Peter Gabriel s'emparait sur scène du symbole de la pochette de l'album, la femme-renard, et ce, à la plus  grande surprise de ses collègues eux-mêmes sur scène à Dublin lors de la tournée consécutive, le facétieux chanteur s'était bien gardé de les en avertir ! Extrait de cet album dans ce numéro… et pas le plus court !  Mais même de ce côté de la manche et même aujourd'hui, en faisant preuve d'un peu de curiosité, les aficionados de rock progressif ont de quoi se réjouir ! Si vous suivez Amarok, vous y avez sans doute déjà entendu Apairys que j'ai eu le bonheur de diffuser. L'une de ses composantes, Silvain Goillot alias SILV, vient de publier son 2ème album solo (avec quelques talentueux comparses) : "La Danse Des Contraires". C'est un véritable coup de cœur, je vous le dit tout net ! Quelle belle écriture et quelle force de frappe ! Ah oui, l'instrument de prédilection de notre albigeois est la batterie, aussi habile avec ses toms qu'avec les mots !  Mais il est aussi multi-instrumentiste, et quand je parle de force de frappe, c'est toujours en subtilité à l'instar de l'instrumentation et des textes. Et si vous prenez soin d'écouter sa musique dans de bonnes conditions, alors je vous promets un voyage fantastique dans son univers. Une véritable et sincère recommandation ! J'avais adoré le 1er album, ce second opus transforme l'essai ! Evidemment je vous le conseille en version physique, car en plus le contenant est digne du contenu !  Bien plus au nord, je vous propose une trilogie néerlandaise. D'abord avec encore une belle nouvelle sortie :  "Humanised" par KRISTOFFER GILDENLOW.  Le 6ème album de l'ex-Pain Of Salvation se veut le miroir peu flatteur de notre société surproductrice, surconsommatrice, superficielle, cupide et j'en passe… Oui je sais, ce n'est pas très flatteur pour nous, humbles humains. Et puis l'enfer c'est les autres n'est-ce pas ? Mais dit avec la voix magnifique de Kristoffer, ça passe crème (à propos de son organe vocal, je vous conseille de jeter une oreille sur son interprétation magistrale de "The Lost" dans l'album de Nine Skies "The Lightmaker", quel régal !  En 1993, ANEKDOTEN, après avoir écumé les scènes à jouer la musique de leur mentor King Crimson, Vand Der Graaf Generator ou encore (et soyons en fier ! ) Magma, le groupe passe à la vitesse supérieure en se risquant à proposer un premier album avec ses propres compositions : "Vemod". Bien leur en a pris ! Ils mènent depuis une belle carrière et sont reconnus parmi les pionnier du néoprog nordique, tout en continuant d'intégrer dans leurs concerts des morceaux de leurs illustres aînés. "Vemod" vient tout juste  de s'offrir une cure de rajeunissement avec une réédition augmentée de raretés et démos, assortie d'un livret d'une vingtaine de pages. Extrait dans ce numéro. Toujours dans le grand nord  (l'épisode caniculaire de la semaine dernière m'a forcément inspiré ! ), A LIQUID LANDSCAPE dévoile enfin un nouvel album après une "courte" pause d'une petite décennie ! Formation née fin des 90's, début 2000, mais qui adoptera ce nom seulement en 2009 et publiera alors deux albums et un EP jusqu'en 2016. Pour diverses raisons de disponibilités individuelles, l'activité va ralentir et l'arrivée de la pandémie covid 19 n'aura pas aidé à remettre la machine en route. Cela dit, les membres du groupe ne sont pas restés les bras ballants et finalement nous parvient enfin un 3ème album intitulé "Rogue Planet", toujours dans un esprit "art rock" mais avec une orientation plus rock alternatif style années 90/2000, faisant de cet opus un album accessible mais qui ne l'empêche pas d'être qualitatif, avec un propos pas plus optimiste que celui de leur collègue Kristoffer Gildenlöw, puisque ce phénomène d'astrophysique de "planète vagabonde" est en réalité une métaphore sur notre condition humaine qui part peut-être à la dérive, décidément ….  Alors, prenons la fuite vers la lumière de l'Italie pour clôturer avec optimisme ce numéro et puis comme "c'était mieux avant", soyons fou, remontons le temps en 1972 ! Un court extrait de l'album "Uomo Di Pezza" par LE ORME, précurseurs du synthé transalpin. Cet album aura fait un carton dans son pays et l'année suivante, le groupe vénitien se fera connaître à l'international avec le génial "Felona E Sorona", mais ça comme le chantait un ancien du Martin Circus… c'est une autre histoire…  Thierry Joigny  AMAROK, chaque jeudi, à 20h  

"Rock Bottom", le film consacré à l'album mythique du grand ROBERT WYATT et réalisé par Maria Trenor sera projeté au cinéma Jacques Tati de St Nazaire ce mardi 9 juin à 20h30. Un évènement "Cinéma et Causeries" organisé par le VIP, au cours duquel j'aurais l'honneur d'animer un échange à l'issue de la séance. Ce film, sorti en 2024 à l'occasion du 50ème anniversaire du Chef d'Œuvre de Robert Wyatt, est une belle réussite de la cinéaste espagnole :  délicat, mélancolique, tragique et à la fois positif et poétique, avec un zest d'humour so british, en fait, le reflet du monument vinylique de l'ex-Soft Machine. L'émission de ce soir s'ouvrait donc avec un extrait de cet album dans lequel j'ai pris beaucoup de plaisir à me replonger pour cette occasion unique !  Autre figure du rock progressif des ces années 70, GENESIS sortait en 1972 son "FoxTrot" et Peter Gabriel s'emparait sur scène du symbole de la pochette de l'album, la femme-renard, et ce, à la plus  grande surprise de ses collègues eux-mêmes sur scène à Dublin lors de la tournée consécutive, le facétieux chanteur s'était bien gardé de les en avertir ! Extrait de cet album dans ce numéro… et pas le plus court !  Mais même de ce côté de la manche et même aujourd'hui, en faisant preuve d'un peu de curiosité, les aficionados de rock progressif ont de quoi se réjouir ! Si vous suivez Amarok, vous y avez sans doute déjà entendu Apairys que j'ai eu le bonheur de diffuser. L'une de ses composantes, Silvain Goillot alias SILV, vient de publier son 2ème album solo (avec quelques talentueux comparses) : "La Danse Des Contraires". C'est un véritable coup de cœur, je vous le dit tout net ! Quelle belle écriture et quelle force de frappe ! Ah oui, l'instrument de prédilection de notre albigeois est la batterie, aussi habile avec ses toms qu'avec les mots !  Mais il est aussi multi-instrumentiste, et quand je parle de force de frappe, c'est toujours en subtilité à l'instar de l'instrumentation et des textes. Et si vous prenez soin d'écouter sa musique dans de bonnes conditions, alors je vous promets un voyage fantastique dans son univers. Une véritable et sincère recommandation ! J'avais adoré le 1er album, ce second opus transforme l'essai ! Evidemment je vous le conseille en version physique, car en plus le contenant est digne du contenu !  Bien plus au nord, je vous propose une trilogie néerlandaise. D'abord avec encore une belle nouvelle sortie :  "Humanised" par KRISTOFFER GILDENLOW.  Le 6ème album de l'ex-Pain Of Salvation se veut le miroir peu flatteur de notre société surproductrice, surconsommatrice, superficielle, cupide et j'en passe… Oui je sais, ce n'est pas très flatteur pour nous, humbles humains. Et puis l'enfer c'est les autres n'est-ce pas ? Mais dit avec la voix magnifique de Kristoffer, ça passe crème (à propos de son organe vocal, je vous conseille de jeter une oreille sur son interprétation magistrale de "The Lost" dans l'album de Nine Skies "The Lightmaker", quel régal !  En 1993, ANEKDOTEN, après avoir écumé les scènes à jouer la musique de leur mentor King Crimson, Vand Der Graaf Generator ou encore (et soyons en fier ! ) Magma, le groupe passe à la vitesse supérieure en se risquant à proposer un premier album avec ses propres compositions : "Vemod". Bien leur en a pris ! Ils mènent depuis une belle carrière et sont reconnus parmi les pionnier du néoprog nordique, tout en continuant d'intégrer dans leurs concerts des morceaux de leurs illustres aînés. "Vemod" vient tout juste  de s'offrir une cure de rajeunissement avec une réédition augmentée de raretés et démos, assortie d'un livret d'une vingtaine de pages. Extrait dans ce numéro. Toujours dans le grand nord  (l'épisode caniculaire de la semaine dernière m'a forcément inspiré ! ), A LIQUID LANDSCAPE dévoile enfin un nouvel album après une "courte" pause d'une petite décennie ! Formation née fin des 90's, début 2000, mais qui adoptera ce nom seulement en 2009 et publiera alors deux albums et un EP jusqu'en 2016. Pour diverses raisons de disponibilités individuelles, l'activité va ralentir et l'arrivée de la pandémie covid 19 n'aura pas aidé à remettre la machine en route. Cela dit, les membres du groupe ne sont pas restés les bras ballants et finalement nous parvient enfin un 3ème album intitulé "Rogue Planet", toujours dans un esprit "art rock" mais avec une orientation plus rock alternatif style années 90/2000, faisant de cet opus un album accessible mais qui ne l'empêche pas d'être qualitatif, avec un propos pas plus optimiste que celui de leur collègue Kristoffer Gildenlöw, puisque ce phénomène d'astrophysique de "planète vagabonde" est en réalité une métaphore sur notre condition humaine qui part peut-être à la dérive, décidément ….  Alors, prenons la fuite vers la lumière de l'Italie pour clôturer avec optimisme ce numéro et puis comme "c'était mieux avant", soyons fou, remontons le temps en 1972 ! Un court extrait de l'album "Uomo Di Pezza" par LE ORME, précurseurs du synthé transalpin. Cet album aura fait un carton dans son pays et l'année suivante, le groupe vénitien se fera connaître à l'international avec le génial "Felona E Sorona", mais ça comme le chantait un ancien du Martin Circus… c'est une autre histoire…  Thierry Joigny  AMAROK, chaque jeudi, à 20h  

Song in a Second: King Crimson

Somewhere between dystopian nightmare and “wait…WHAT just happened at that hospital?” lies this week's episode. First, we dive into the deeply unsettling—and wildly bizarre—story out of Sarajevo, where authorities are investigating a so-called “human safari” in which wealthy participants allegedly paid for the chance to hunt other humans. Is this real-life Most Dangerous Game territory, an elaborate hoax, or something even stranger lurking beneath the surface? We break down what's known, what's rumored, and why this story sounds like it escaped from a rejected Black Mirror script.Then, we pivot hard into the absurd with legendary King Crimson guitarist Robert Fripp, who found himself at the center of a medical mystery that no one saw coming—especially him. After a heart attack landed him in the hospital, Fripp woke up to discover that, for reasons still unexplained, doctors had… shaved his balls. Yes. That happened. We explore the possible (and not-so-possible) medical explanations, the internet's reaction, and whether this is standard procedure or the world's most confusing post-op surprise.It's a tale of two extremes: one story that's disturbingly dark, another that's hilariously head-scratching. Along the way, we ask the important questions—like how something this insane even gets going in the first place, and why no one warns you about unexpected grooming as part of cardiac care. Buckle up for a wild ride through the weirdest corners of the news, where the truth is stranger, darker, and somehow… smoother than fiction this week on Hysteria 51.Links & Resources

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Eric Olander on how the Global South is reading the Beijing summitsThis week I'm joined again by Eric Olander, founder of the China Global South Project, which runs the most indispensable English-language operation going for understanding China's engagement with Africa, Latin America, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East.I came in with a plan: map, region by region, how the capitals of the Global South were reading the back-to-back Trump and Putin visits to Beijing — relief at a steadier U.S.-China modus vivendi, or foreboding at a G2 condominium squeezing shut their room to maneuver. Eric dismantled the premise within ten minutes. The honest answer, he warned me, is that most of the Global South simply isn't watching the way we are — and the disappointment turned out to be the most interesting thing in the room. What looked like the absence of a story was the story. I'd built my questions around one assumption about what mattered; Eric had built his answers around another, and I cop to being schooled.Once you set the summit framing aside, what Eric's contributors are actually seeing comes into focus: Japan racing to recenter an Asia-Pacific security architecture, a region quietly de-risking from an unreliable United States, fresh cracks in the BRICS, Justin Yifu Lin's “three moves” for Chinese manufacturing, Latin America's “find out” phase, and a Gulf where the Chinese setback so many in Washington insist must exist simply isn't there. We get into all of it — and close on the summit as a remarkable piece of theater, the first since 1945 at which no one quite knew who the most powerful person in the room was.04:27 — The dominant mood: pro forma coverage, exhaustion, and bigger problems at home08:15 — Breaking news: the paused $14B Taiwan arms package and the canceled Colby trip11:15 — The dog that caught the truck: China and the costs of a receding U.S. umbrella13:00 — "Constructive strategic stability" — new equilibrium or just choreography?28:23 — The snub: Beijing sends only an ambassador to the BRICS meeting in New Delhi37:56 — Africa: tariff-free access, the trade imbalance, and Kenya's "collapsed" exports44:34 — Justin Yifu Lin's "three moves": move up-market, localize, move south51:00 — Latin America's "find out" phase in Panama, and very low China literacy57:35 — The Gulf after the war on Iran: who really won?Paying it Forward:Boston University's Global Development Policy (GDP) Research CenterRecommendationsEric: A “rabbit hole” of books on Xi Jinping, currently Party of One by Chun Han Wong (after Kevin Rudd's On Xi Jinping).Kaiser: Angine de Poitrine, a “microtonal math rock” duo from Quebec — think Frank Zappa meets King Crimson — possibly the thing to breathe new life into progressive rock.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The giants of progressive rock never truly disappeared… their influence evolved. Join me this week for a journey through the musical bloodlines of Yes, Genesis, Emerson, Lake & Palmer, and King Crimson — explored through the music of modern bands who carry the spirit of those Architects forward while forging identities of their own.

1. Nuclear Burn – Brand X 2. The Ghosts Of Pripyat – Steve Rothery 3. Same Rules Apply – Deep Sea Camels 4. The Night Watch – King Crimson 5. Angel Heart – Tony Patterson 6. The Kindest Eyes – Tony Patterson 7. Green Lights – Edgar Broughton Band 8. Green Books – Soft Machine […]

As noted early in this episode: we've always wanted to do an episode focusing on King Crimson, but couldn't figure out the right approach. Until this idea, where we dissect and decipher all five parts of the band's “Larks' Tongues in Aspic” song cycle, spanning several decades and three different lineups. Join us as we delve into a musical delicacy better listened to than tasted… Note I: Jeff's Voivod book, ‘Always Moving: The Strange Multiverse of Voivod,' is now available. You can purchase a copy of the 540-page, 3-pound behemoth HERE: radicalresearch.org/voivod Note II: The Radical Research Patreon page is now set up and ready for your patronage. We are offering tiered subscription levels for those who want a set-it-and-forget-it donation option. As ever, if you choose to support us, we are humbled and grateful! patreon.com/RadicalResearchPodcast Music cited in order of appearance: “Larks' Tongues in Aspic, Part One” (1973, Larks' Tongues in Aspic) “Larks' Tongues in Aspic, Part Two” (1973, Larks' Tongues in Aspic) “Larks' Tongues in Aspic, Part III” (1984, Three of a Perfect Pair) “Larks' Tongues in Aspic - Part IV” (2000, The Construkction of Light) “Level Five” (2003, The Power to Believe) “The Deception of the Thrush” (unsure of year, maybe 2000, maybe 2003, live) Radical Research is a conversation about the inner- and outer-reaches of rock and metal music. This podcast is conceived and conducted by Jeff Wagner and Hunter Ginn. Though we consume music in a variety of ways, we give particular privilege to the immersive, full-album listening experience. Likewise, we believe that tangible music formats help provide the richest, most rewarding immersions and that music, artwork, and song titles cooperate to produce a singular effect on the listener. Great music is worth more than we ever pay for it.

Text us about this show.Stick Men month on Into The Music concludes this week with Touch Guitarist Markus Reuter. Markus is an accomplished musician and composer who is equally at home delving into contemporary classical music, jazz, progressive rock, folk, and ambient music. His Touch Guitar brings an emotional element to much of the music he plays whether that be with Stick Men, solo, Tu:Ner (also with Pat Mastelotto and former King Crimson member Trey Gunn), and multiple collaborations he's been a part of over his career. Markus has a unique but understandable approach to music and when you hear him talk about it, you feel invited in to join him on his musical journey. On this episode of Into The Music you can do just that. Enjoy! "His Last Decade" for piano performed by Susanne Kesselwritten by Markus Reuter© 2015 Markus Reuter. Used with permission of Markus Reuter."Heerlen" written and performed by Markus Reuter℗ 2014 Markus Reuter. Used with permission of Markus Reuter."Pulp" written and performed by Stick Men℗ 2025 Markus Reuter, Tony Levin, Pat Mastelotto. Used with permission of Stick Men.Melody Audiology LLCAudiology services for all. Specializing in music industry professionals and hearing conservation.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showVisit Into The Music at https://intothemusicpodcast.com!Support the show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/intothemusic E-mail us at intothemusic@newprojectx.comYouTubeFacebookInstagramINTO THE MUSIC is a production of Project X Productions.Host/producer: Rob MarnochaVoiceovers: Brad BordiniRecording, engineering, and post production: Rob MarnochaOpening theme: "Aerostar" by Los Straitjackets* (℗2013 Yep Roc Records)Closing theme: "Close to Champaign" by Los Straitjackets* (℗1999 Yep Roc Records)*Used with permission of Eddie Angel of Los StraitjacketsThis podcast copyright ©2026 by Project X Productions. All rights reserved....

What happens when a tree destroys your home and studio - and it leads you to a new creative life across two continents?In this episode, I talk with Ronan Chris Murphy, the world-traveling producer, engineer, and artist known for his work with King Crimson, Steve Morse, and Tony Levin, and for teaching hundreds of musicians how to finish their records through his Recording Bootcamp and RIPA Festival of International Sound.Ronan shares how losing his home and studio in the mountains north of Los Angeles became a turning point that reshaped his creative life - leading him to rebuild from scratch in the Berkshires of Massachusetts and a medieval hill town in Italy. We dig into how his surroundings inspire creativity, how he balances his own artistic work with client projects, and why finishing creative ideas matters more than chasing perfection.We also talk about building community through workshops and retreats, finding joy in collaboration, and creating music that connects people across cultures. Along the way, Ronan offers hard-won advice on protecting your studio and data, trusting your creative instincts, and staying productive when life throws you curveballs.Ronan's story is a reminder that art, resilience, and curiosity can keep us inspired - no matter where we make our records.Get access to FREE mixing mini-course: https://MixMasterBundle.comTHANKS TO OUR SPONSORS!http://UltimateMixingMasterclass.comhttps://usa.sae.edu/ The next program starts May 11, 2026 https://www.izotope.com Use code ROCK10 to get 10% off!https://www.native-instruments.com Use code ROCK30 to get 1 month free of NI 360!https://www.spectra1964.comhttps://gracedesign.com/https://pickrmusic.com https://RecordingStudioRockstars.com/Academyhttps://www.thetoyboxstudio.com/Listen to the podcast theme song “Skadoosh!” https://solo.to/lijshawmusicListen to this guest's discography on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7EVNgxULrlqKpykk9MDT8B?si=w9unZYn_QPi8EZp3It6ywwIf you love the podcast, then please leave a review: https://RSRockstars.com/ReviewCLICK HERE FOR COMPLETE SHOW NOTES AT: https://RSRockstars.com/554

Text us about this show.Stick Men month on Into The Music continues this week with legendary bassist and Chapman Stick player Tony Levin. With well over 500 recording credits, chances are likely you've heard Tony play many times over on recordings by Peter Gabriel, King Crimson, John Lennon, Pink Floyd, Joan Armatrading, Dire Straits, Buddy Rich, Paul Simon, ABWH (i.e. Yes), and loads more. We dig into Tony's fifty-plus year career including a few highlights and we dig even deeper into Stick Men. This is a very special episode and we hope it will move you to do a deep dive into the work of one of the most recorded musicians ever, Tony Levin!"Gut String Theory" written and performed by Tony Levin℗ 2007 T LEV MUSIC. Used with permission of Tony Levin."Leonardo" written and performed by Stick Men℗ 2025 Markus Reuter, Tony Levin, Pat Mastelotto. Used with permission of Stick Men."Brutal" written and performed by Stick Men℗ 2025 Markus Reuter, Tony Levin, Pat Mastelotto. Used with permission of Stick Men.All other songs used in this podcast, save for the two bumper tunes, are for examples only of Tony Levin's work.Melody Audiology LLCAudiology services for all. Specializing in music industry professionals and hearing conservation.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showVisit Into The Music at https://intothemusicpodcast.com!Support the show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/intothemusic E-mail us at intothemusic@newprojectx.comYouTubeFacebookInstagramINTO THE MUSIC is a production of Project X Productions.Host/producer: Rob MarnochaVoiceovers: Brad BordiniRecording, engineering, and post production: Rob MarnochaOpening theme: "Aerostar" by Los Straitjackets* (℗2013 Yep Roc Records)Closing theme: "Close to Champaign" by Los Straitjackets* (℗1999 Yep Roc Records)*Used with permission of Eddie Angel of Los StraitjacketsThis podcast copyright ©2026 by Project X Productions. All rights reserved....

Steve Vai is currently on tour across Europe with BEAT, performing alongside Adrian Belew, Tony Levin, and Danny Carey, bringing King Crimson's iconic 1980s music back to the stage. In an exclusive interview with ROCK ANTENNE, he shares how he became part of the band, talks about the incredible talent and professionalism of his bandmates, and expresses his admiration for Tony Levin's on-stage energy. He also opens up about what it's like to spend a lifetime on the road and how important it is to have the right people by your side while touring. Steve Vai goes on to compare his experience with BEAT to his time playing with Frank Zappa, and reveals whether he ever feels the need to take a break from it all.

Text us about this show.It's Stick Men month on Into The Music! We have a set of three interviews with each member of this trio and we're starting them with drummer Pat Mastelotto. Not only has Pat been the drummer for Stick Men for nearly two decades, but he's the longest tenured drummer in the history of legendary prog rock band King Crimson. In the 1980s, he was the drummer for Mr. Mister when they were at their peak with the hits "Kyrie" and "Broken WIngs." His studio session work landed him on a plethora of albums and singles including "I'll Be There For You" (the theme from Friends) by the Rembrandts, XTC's Oranges and Lemons, and releases by Hall & Oates, The Pointer Sisters, Al Jarreau, Scandal, and more. This is one you don't want to miss!"counterintuitive" written and performed by Randy McStine℗ 2024 Randy McStine. Used with permission of Randy McStine."Bash Machine" written and performed by Stick Men℗ 2025 Markus Reuter, Tony Levin, Pat Mastelotto. Used with permission of Stick Men."Mantra" written and performed by Stick Men℗ 2024 Markus Reuter, Tony Levin, Pat Mastelotto. Used with permission of Stick Men."Two Hands" performed by The Mastelottos, written by Adrian Belew and King Crimson℗ 2021 The Mastelottos. Used with permission of Pat Mastelotto."Breathless" performed by Stick Men, written by Robert Fripp℗ 2023 Markus Reuter, Tony Levin, Pat Mastelotto. Used with permission of Stick Men.All other songs used in this podcast, saMelody Audiology LLCAudiology services for all. Specializing in music industry professionals and hearing conservation.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showVisit Into The Music at https://intothemusicpodcast.com!Support the show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/intothemusic E-mail us at intothemusic@newprojectx.comYouTubeFacebookInstagramINTO THE MUSIC is a production of Project X Productions.Host/producer: Rob MarnochaVoiceovers: Brad BordiniRecording, engineering, and post production: Rob MarnochaOpening theme: "Aerostar" by Los Straitjackets* (℗2013 Yep Roc Records)Closing theme: "Close to Champaign" by Los Straitjackets* (℗1999 Yep Roc Records)*Used with permission of Eddie Angel of Los StraitjacketsThis podcast copyright ©2026 by Project X Productions. All rights reserved....

NEW FOR MARCH 15, 2026 A whiff in the air . . . Smells Like Trouble - The Best Radio You Have Never Heard Vol. 527 1. Goodnight Saigon - Billy Joel 2. Death On Two Legs - Queen 3. While My Guitar Gently Weeps (live) - George Harrison and Eric Clapton 4. Broken English (live) - Marianne Faithful 5. Epitaph (live) - King Crimson w/ Greg Lake 6. Entangled - Genesis 7. Please Don't Touch (live) - Steve Hackett 8. Elvis Costello - (The Angels Wanna Wear My) Red Shoes / Purple Rain / Pump It Up (live) - Elvis Costello 9. For What It's Worth (live) - Robert Plant 10. Fell On Black Days (live unplugged) - Soundgarden 11. Crazy On You (live) - The Decemberists w/ Shara Worden and Becky Stark 12. Gloria (live) - Patti Smith 13. Babooshka - Kate Bush 14. Suite: Golden Dawn / Short Tales Of The Black Forest - Al DiMeola w/ Chick Corea 15. Hot 'Lanta (live) - Sea Level 16. English Roundabout / Cut It Out (live) - XTC 17. Script For A Jester's Tear - Marillion 18. I Feel I'm Fixin' To Die Rag (live) - Country Joe McDonald The Best Radio You Have Never Heard. Loving the smell of BRYHNH in the morning . . . Accept No Substitute. Click to leave comments on the Facebook page.

In Part 2 of our interview with Adam Holzman, we cover his longstanding work with Steven Wilson, his bands Brave New World and Trifecta, Jane Getter Premonition, Adam’s amazing solo works, his Creative Synthesizer Technique book and some amazing stories of playing with Herbie Hancock and Chick Corea (amongst many others). There’s also a great train wreck story and a funny Miles Davis anecdote to round things out. Part 1 of the interview can be found here. To listen / watch: Audio-only: click on the play button in the audio player above, or: Video: watch the embedded video below or check it and previous episodes out on our YouTube Channel Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab):   Adam in action with Mona Lisa Overdrive in 1994 Adam and Brave New World at Progstock 2022 The brilliant William ‘Ju Ju’ House Adam Holzman & Brave New World – Spork Adam Holzman – Truth Decay Adam Holzman & Brave New World – The Last Gig Adam Holzman – Zombie Apocalypse The Moog DFAM Steven Wilson – Beautiful Scarecrow Forming Trifecta Trifecta – Clean Up on Aisle Five John Pritchard, Adam Holzman and Rich Damone – The Dawn (Of a New Age)  Joining Steven Wilson’s band (and being nervous about it) Steven Wilson – Raider II The Raven That Refused To Sing (And Other Stories) Discussion of Adam’s approach live and in the studio to his solo on Regret #9 Adam playing his iconic solo live on the song Regret #9 Adam’s co-write with Steven Wilson – Economies of Scale (from the album The Harmony Codex) Steven Wilson – Impossible Tightrope Adam’s keyboard rig with Steven Wilson Adam’s book – Creative Synthesizer Technique Avoiding ‘Preset Purgatory’ Getting to play with hero Jan Hammer Adam playing live with Herbie Hancock, 1988 The non-musical skills required for musical success The Fents – Back in the Saddle Brief chat on Cruise to the Edge and Jane Getter Premonition  Adam jumps into a Tony Levin-less Stick Men gig on Cruise To The Edge 2024 Desert Island Discs (Rock/Pop): Songs in the Key of Life – Stevie Wonder, Starless and Bible Black – King Crimson, Relayer – Yes, Us – Peter Gabriel, Rubber Soul – The Beatles Desert Island Discs (Jazz): Spectrum – Billy Cobham, Birds of Fire – Mahavishnu Orchestra, Tale Spinnin’ – Weather Report, Thrust – Herbie Hancock, Hymn of the Seventh Galaxy – Chick Corea / Return to Forever Key links: Become a member of our YouTube channel and receive extra content Buy some keyboard related merchandise Drop us a line via the website, Facebook, Instagram, Reddit, Threads, BlueSky, TikTok or LinkedIn Complete our audience survey to help us improve! Check out our podcast guest playlist on Spotify to get a taste of each guest’s creations.The post Adam Holzman, Steven Wilson / Miles Davis / Solo Artist (Part 2) appeared first on The Keyboard Chronicles.

What do you get when you combine two Canadian music lifers into one guitar-heavy power-pop unit that still believes in volume, melody, and sweat? You get SLIP~ons. Fronted by Brock Pytel of Montreal pop-punk staples Doughboys and anchored by Brian Minato, longtime bassist for Sarah McLachlan, the Vancouver four-piece make rock music the honest way. Plug in. Turn it up. Let it rip. Their sophomore EP Overtime arrives February 20, 2026 via Scamindy. SLIP~ons aim straight for the sweet spot where 90s alternative heft meets power-pop immediacy. Think Sugar-era Bob Mould muscle, Hüsker Dü urgency, and the loose confidence of The Replacements, with flashes of Ash and Dinosaur Jr. in the guitar tones. Rounded out by Rob “Shockk” Matharu of The Spitfires on guitar and Shane Wilson on drums, the band plays with instinct and economy. Nothing is overthought. Everything hits when it's supposed to. Overtime takes its title from the sudden-death hockey period, used here as an extended metaphor for pressure, consequence, and the moment when everything sharpens. The EP leans heavier and more focused than the band's debut, pairing Pytel's gravel-edged vocals with punchy, direct arrangements that waste zero time. The lyrics widen their scope too. Politics surface naturally, filtered through experience rather than slogans. As Pytel puts it, “I made it all the way through side A without a single song about a breakup.” The shift is subtle but intentional, and it gives the record real weight. The EP was recorded by John Raham at Afterlife, formerly Mushroom Studios, a room steeped in Canadian music history. Raham's resume includes work with Frazey Ford, Dan Mangan, Tanya Tagaq, Destroyer, and Pharis, and his approach here keeps the performances immediate while giving the songs room to move. Mixing duties were handled by Dave Ogilvie of Skinny Puppy, whose touch adds grit and tension without sanding off the edges. Overtime was mastered by Ronan Chris Murphy, whose work spans artists such as King Crimson, Ulver, and Gwar, bringing clarity and punch while preserving the EP's raw, guitar-forward bite. SLIP~ons OnlineWEBSITE |INSTAGRAM| BANDCAMP | FACEBOOK | TWITTER | TIKTOK Checkout my YouTube Channel with long form interviews from the Subversives | the History of Lowest of the Low. https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9d1VSeOHYuxFWKuRdmn9j8UTW6AHwS_fAlso my Weekly Tour Vlog is up an live on the YouTubeshttps://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9d1VSeOHYuwphwhc4zd0VgY66f1OUQZp Pledge monthly with Patreon https://www.patreon.com/apologueShop Apologue products at http://apologue.ca/shopCheck out new Four Square Here: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/foursquare/brighton-beach-ephttps://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/foursquare/seven-oh-sevenhttps://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/foursquare/industry-at-home–21st-anniversary-remix-remasteredhttps://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/foursquare/when-weeks-were-weekends

This band is a major cog in the engine that powers us. We've said that about Voivod, King Crimson, and Arcturus, and will add Watchtower as a major ingredient of what compels Radical Research. Formed in 1982 by four maniacs whose handle on their instruments was far beyond their years, and with record collections spanning speedy heavy metal as well as wild prog rock and jazz fusion, Watchtower made perhaps the largest impact of any metal band with a mere two full-length albums to their credit. Listen in wonder right along with us, because we're still trying to figure it all out! Note I: Jeff's Voivod book, ‘Always Moving: The Strange Multiverse of Voivod,' is now available. You can purchase a copy of the 540-page, 3-pound behemoth HERE: radicalresearch.org/voivod Note II: The Radical Research Patreon page is now set up and ready for your patronage. We are offering tiered subscription levels for those who want a set-it-and-forget-it donation option. As ever, if you choose to support us, we are humbled and grateful! patreon.com/RadicalResearchPodcast Music cited in order of appearance: “Meltdown” (Cottage Cheese From the Lips of Death compilation, 1984) “Tyrants in Distress” (Energetic Disassembly, 1985) “Energetic Disassembly” (Energetic Disassembly, 1985) “Cimmerian Shadows” (Energetic Disassembly, 1985) “The Eldritch” (Instruments of Random Murder demo, 1987) “Mayday in Kiev” (Control and Resistance, 1989) “Control and Resistance” (Control and Resistance, 1989) “Life Cycles” (Control and Resistance, 1989) “Coming Home” (Scott Jeffreys audition, 1990) “Technology Inaction” (Concepts of Math: Book One, 2016) Radical Research is a conversation about the inner- and outer-reaches of rock and metal music. This podcast is conceived and conducted by Jeff Wagner and Hunter Ginn. Though we consume music in a variety of ways, we give particular privilege to the immersive, full-album listening experience. Likewise, we believe that tangible music formats help provide the richest, most rewarding immersions and that music, artwork, and song titles cooperate to produce a singular effect on the listener. Great music is worth more than we ever pay for it.

For our february episode we finally complete the 70s by discussing our favourite songs of 1974! You can expect lots of prog, much more krautrock than expected (particularly from Tracey), some funk classics, sparkly glam bangers, and most of the members of The Byrds.We've each chosen our 10 favourite songs of the year and sent them over to Colin's wife Helen, who put the playlists together and distributed them so we were each given a playlist of the 20 songs from the other two hosts, along with our own 10. We then ranked the playlists in order of preference and sent them back to Helen, who totalled up the points and worked out the order. She also joined us on the episode to read out the countdown, which we found out as we recorded so all reactions are genuine.Now, admittedly, in parts we're a little bit brutal to some of the songs in the list as we're three separate people with differing music tastes, but please remember that to be in this episode at all the songs have to have been in one of our top 10's of that year.Bands featured in this episode include (In alphabetical order, no spoilers here!) - Kevin Ayers, Big Star, David Bowie, James Brown, Captain Beefheart & The Magic Band, Gene Clark, Cluster, Deep Purple, Brian Eno, Focus, Fred Frith, Harmonia, Keith Hudson, King Crimson, Kiss, Kraftwerk, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Curtis Mayfield, Roger McGuinn, Mike Oldfield, Parliament, Gram Parsons, Pilot, Queen, Roxy Music, The Sensational Alex Harvey Band, Sparks, Steely Dan, Tangerine Dream, & Rick Wakeman.Find all songs in alphabetical order here - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5DIrU8fLeTxerh4wHJTWDq?si=6e2bfca9066b44e2Find our We Dig Music Pollwinners Party playlist (featuring all of the winning songs up until now) here - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/45zfDHo8zm6VqrvoEQSt3z?si=Ivt0oMj6SmitimvumYfFrQIf you want to listen to megalength playlists of all the songs we've individually picked since we started doing best of the year episodes (which need updating but I plan on doing them over the next few months or so), you can listen to Colin's here – https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5x3Vy5Jry2IxG9JNOtabRT?si=HhcVKRCtRhWCK1KucyrDdgIan's here - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2H0hnxe6WX50QNQdlfRH5T?si=XmEjnRqISNqDwi30p1uLqAand Tracey's here - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2p3K0n8dKhjHb2nKBSYnKi?si=7a-cyDvSSuugdV1m5md9NwThe playlist of 20 songs from the other two hosts was scored as usual, our favourite song got 20 points, counting down incrementally to our least favourite which got 1 point. The scoring of our own list of 10 is now slightly more complicated in order to give a truer level of points to our own favourites. So rather than them only being able to score as many points as our 10th favourite in the other list, the points in our own list were distributed as follows -1st place - 20 points2nd place - 18 points3rd place – 16 points4th place – 14 points5th place – 12 points6th place – 9 points7th place – 7 points8th place – 5 points9th place – 3 points10th place -1 pointHosts - Ian Clarke, Colin Jackson-Brown & Tracey BGuest starring Helen Jackson-Brown.Playlist compiling/distributing – Helen Jackson-BrownRecorded/Edited/Mixed/Original Music by Colin Jackson-Brown for We Dig PodcastsThanks to Peter Latimer for help with the scoring system.Part of the We Dig Podcasts network along with Free With This Months Issue & Pick A Disc.Bluesky - https://bsky.app/profile/wedigmusic.bsky.socialInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/wedigmusicpcast/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/wedigpusicpcast/Find our other episodes & podcasts at www.wedigpodcasts.com 

Today's program features tuneage from Otis Redding, Pink Floyd, Peter Green, King Crimson, Pacific Gas & Electric, Radiohead, Red House Painters, The Four Tops, Supremes, Three Dog Night, Procol Harum, Rod Stewart, Rolling Stones, Walker Bros, Righteous Bros, Brian Auger w Julie Driscoll, Fortunes, Beatles, Tears For  Fears, Chicago, Colin Winfield Blues Band, Ray LaMontagne, Van Morrison and Blood Sweat & Tears.

Welcome to the second installment of our interview with #TreyGunn, formerly of #KingCrimson, who discusses his new prog album with bandmate #DavidForlano - “Select Habits Of Invertebrates”. SHOW CREDITS: Diamond Dave Kinchen & Emerald Shane McEachern (hosts). Close made in part w/ Drum Pad Machine (DPM). Instagram: @RockNationsDK Twitter: @RockNationsDK. Facebook: @RockofNationsDK.

Welcome to our first full show of 2026!We are honored to welcome #TreyGunn, formerly of #KingCrimson, who discusses his new prog album with bandmate #DavidForlano called “Select Habits Of Invertebrates”. We've got so much rock and metal in store for you this year! Stay tuned!SHOW CREDITS: Diamond Dave Kinchen & Emerald Shane McEachern (hosts). Close made in part w/ Drum Pad Machine (DPM). Instagram: @RockNationsDK Twitter: @RockNationsDK. Facebook: @RockofNationsDK.

We are kicking off 2026 with an exclusive chat featuring #TreyGunn, formerly of #KingCrimson, who talks about his new prog album with colleague #DavidForlano called “Select Habits Of Invertebrates”. Part 1 is coming soon!

What happens when you sit down with an engineer who helped define multiple eras of music - from Foreigner to Timbaland - and he tells you the secret is still just listening for what feels good? Get access to FREE mixing mini-course: https://MixMasterBundle.com My guest today is Jimmy Douglass, legendary producer, mixer, and engineer whose career spans more than five decades. Jimmy began as a teenager at Atlantic Records in New York, making tape copies and quietly slipping into the back of sessions, where he learned by watching giants like Tom Dowd, Arif Mardin, and Jerry Wexler. He grew up in the era when you had to earn your way into the control room, and those lessons shaped everything that came after. Jimmy talked about working on classic records for Foreigner, including helping mix Follow You, Follow Me when Genesis was still emerging, and cutting his teeth editing music for radio versions - including early work on King Crimson. He also shared memories of the post-punk era, mixing records for Gang of Four and Television, including the iconic Marquee Moon, and how those productions influenced his sense of space, energy, and performance. Then Jimmy walked us into the world that many people know him for - his long-running creative partnership with Timbaland. He explained how Tim's rhythmic sensibility forced him to rethink timing, movement, and pocket, and stories of respectful sessions working with Snoop Dogg.   We also talked about longevity: how Jimmy stays inspired, how he keeps reinventing himself, why he still chases accidents and surprises in the studio, and the challenge of balancing instinct with intention across 50 years of making records. If you love stories from inside the control room or want to understand how great mixers think, this episode is loaded with wisdom and wild history.   https://metalliance.com/ https://www.sheencenter.org/events/detail/studio-confidential-1   THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS! http://UltimateMixingMasterclass.com https://usa.sae.edu/ https://www.izotope.com Use code ROCK10 to get 10% off! https://www.native-instruments.com Use code ROCK10 to get 10% off! https://www.adam-audio.com/ https://www.spectra1964.com https://gracedesign.com/ https://pickrmusic.com  https://RecordingStudioRockstars.com/Academy https://www.thetoyboxstudio.com/ Listen to the podcast theme song "Skadoosh!" https://solo.to/lijshawmusic Listen to this guest's discography on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6voPl0icbbrLKCh7MqFiHe?si=7MKSFLWmT76HunqSyUQHLg If you love the podcast, then please leave a review: https://RSRockstars.com/Review   CLICK HERE FOR COMPLETE SHOW NOTES AT: https://RSRoockstars.com/540

A viral “Top 26 Songs of 2025” list is only the start—we put every pick under the microscope to see what truly earns replay value. From Bailey Zimmerman and Luke Combs to Morgan Wallen's double presence and Laney Wilson's anchor tracks, we dig into the hooks, arrangements, and performances that separate a fleeting hit from a keeper. Expect honest takes, a few friendly disagreements, and a closer look at the production moves—floor tom hits, 70s textures, harmony blends—that make a chorus land.The conversation widens as we ask what makes album art timeless. Pink Floyd's Dark Side of the Moon becomes a benchmark for clarity and concept, while modern country sleeves split between glossy trends and striking, cinematic restraint. We swap community favorites—Genesis, Journey, Led Zeppelin, Kiss, King Crimson—and talk recognizability, narrative, and how a cover can hint at sound before the first note plays. You'll hear why certain designs elevate the music's myth, and where visual nostalgia actually works.News brings heart and history: Willie Nelson and Lukas Nelson competing for Best Traditional Country Album is a rare, moving moment of legacy in real time. Riley Green's back-to-back solo-written No. 1s reset the conversation on authorship, Ella Langley's UK airplay run shows country's global reach, and Laney Wilson stepping into ESPN's Monday Night Football booth underlines how presence travels across mediums.Episode LinksScotty Simpson: https://jayfranze.com/episode3/Andy Hull: https://jayfranze.com/episode7/Jim Cristaldi: https://jayfranze.com/episode27/Bob Bullock: https://jayfranze.com/episode28/Dave Jackson: https://jayfranze.com/episode53/William Lee Golden: https://jayfranze.com/episode72/Billie Jo Jones: https://jayfranze.com/episode98/Dalila Mya: https://jayfranze.com/episode102/Mark Badolato: https://jayfranze.com/episode140Send us a text Support the showLinks Jay Franze: https://jayfranze.com/ JFS Country Countdown: https://jayfranze.com/countdown/ Contact Contact: https://jayfranze.com/contact/ Socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jayfranze TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jayfranze X: https://x.com/jayfranze YouTube: https://youtube.com/@jayfranze Services Services: https://jayfranze.com/services/ Books Books: https://jayfranze.com/books/ Merchandise Merchandise: https://jayfranze.com/merchandise/ Support Support: https://jayfranze.com/support/ Sponsor the Show: https://jayfranze.com/sponsor/

brianturnershow.com, eastvillageradio.comTHE GORDONS - Spik and Span - 1st Album (Gordons, 1981)BAILTER SPACE - Tanker - Radio London EP (BC)MEDUSA -  Genes De Maldad - Medusa (1972, re: Guerssen, 2025)WIGAN'S OVATION - Northern Soul Dancer - Northern Soul Dancer (Spark, 1975)CARTOON - Sewer Boss - Theater of the Absoid (cs, Human Headstone Presents, 2025)MAX EIDER - My Other Life - The Best Kisser In the World (Big Time, 1987)HUNDEFUTTER - Höhle - Flacher Teller (Ichi Ichi, 2025)WOLFGANG SEIDEL - #7 - Modulisme Session 135 (Modulisme, 2025)PLASTICMAN - Live at Plastic People 8/18/05 - Forward Live Vol 02 (Tempa, 2005)JLZ & GG - Medio Grave - Medio Grace (Nyege Nyege Tapes, 2025)T.S. MCPHEE - The Hunt -The Two Sides Of Tony (T.S.) McPhee (WWA, 1973)FLEX CODEX - Flex Codex - Flex Codex (Topot, 2025)JOEY & DEE DEE RAMONE VS. UK TV HOST, 1986DEMO-MOE - I Owe My Dream - Demolish NYC (Maldoror, 1988)PAPER OWLS - 100,000,000 Hallelujahs -  Nothing, Except 100,000,000 Candles (cs, NL, 2025)HUMAN HAIR - Lights at Night - Human Hair (2025)TAKESHI TERAUCHI & THE BUNNYS - Ganroku Hanami Odori - Nippon Guitars (Ace, 2011)WINGED WHEEL - Speed Table - Desert So Green (12XU, 2025)KING CRIMSON - 21st Century Schizoid Man (live 1974) - Schizoid Man (Virgin, 1996)ALIEN STRANGE - Switchcraft - V/A: The Alien Territory Archives: A Collection of Radical, Experimental & Irrelevant Music from 1970s San Diego (Nyahh, 2025)WARREN BURT - For Charlemagne Palestine - The Alien Territory Archives: A Collection of Radical, Experimental & Irrelevant Music from 1970s San Diego (Nyahh, 2025)

Welcome to an extraordinary edition of the Takin’ A Walk podcast from Buzz Knight music and the “Master of Music Mayhem,” Harry Jacobs. This comprehensive look at weekly music history explores one of the most emotionally complex weeks in rock and roll history, spanning December 8th through December 14th. From tragic losses to groundbreaking debuts, this week encompasses the full spectrum of music history’s most pivotal moments. John Lennon’s Assassination: December 8, 1980 - A Day That Changed Music Forever The episode opens with perhaps the darkest day in rock music history: December 8, 1980, when John Lennon was shot and killed outside The Dakota apartment building in New York City. Buzz Knight and Harry Jacobs provide intimate personal recollections of this Beatles tragedy that shocked the world. For listeners of this weekly music history episode note the Buzz Knight music podcast replay of "Takin A Walk" with the incredible Julian Lennon. The Beatles Reunion: Free as a Bird and the Anthology Era Moving from tragedy to reunion, the episode explores December 9, 1995, when the Beatles released “Free as a Bird”—the first new Beatles music in 24 years. Both hosts were working together at WZLX in Boston during this momentous release, bringing their firsthand perspective to this Beatles reunion moment. The track, built around a John Lennon demo with contributions from Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr, represented a technological and emotional achievement in music history. Harry admits his initial underwhelm with the track, noting that while “Free as a Bird” generated enormous curiosity worldwide, it never achieved the status of Beatles classics like “Ticket to Ride,” “Help!,” or songs from Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band. The honest assessment reflects how even beloved artists can struggle to recapture past magic, and both hosts acknowledge they haven’t revisited the song since its release. This candid discussion provides valuable context for understanding fan expectations versus artistic reality in music reunion projects. The Blues Brothers Phenomenon: From Saturday Night Live to Cultural Institution December 9, 1978 marks the Saturday Night Live debut of the Blues Brothers, a moment that transformed comedy sketch into legitimate musical force. The episode provides deep insights into how Dan Aykroyd and John Belushi created this blues and R&B supergroup, enlisting Paul Shaffer, Lou Marini, Duck Dunn, and Steve Cropper, who just passed away—the latter two being legendary members of Booker T. and the MGs and key figures in the Stax Records sound that defined Memphis soul music and produced classics like “Soul Man” and “Green Onions.” Howard Shore, who served as Saturday Night Live’s musical director, recognized the potential in Aykroyd and Belushi’s blues performances and helped facilitate their transition from comedy bit to recording artists. The hosts discuss how this comedy-music crossover assembled world-class musicians around a satirical concept that became genuinely respected in the music community. The Blues Brothers represented a unique fusion of comedy and music that introduced younger audiences to blues legends and R&B classics. The conversation explores Tom “Bones” Malone, a guest on Buzz’s podcast, who joined the Blues Brothers band and played trombone with Blood, Sweat & Tears before becoming part of the SNL band. The episode details the evolution of the band from initial concept to full touring and recording entity, with Buzz noting the impressive live performances featuring the Blues Brothers’ acrobatic stage show, where the larger-than-life Belushi performed cartwheels, splits, and handstands that would later inspire Chris Farley’s physical comedy style. The Blues Brothers soundtrack, featuring “Briefcase Full of Blues” and subsequent albums, has “stood the test of time” according to both hosts. Songs like “Rubber Biscuit,” performed with Matt “Guitar” Murphy, and the memorable Aretha Franklin diner scene where Jake orders “four fried chickens and a Coke,” remain embedded in popular culture. The authentic musicianship combined with comedic brilliance created something that transcended both genres, making the Blues Brothers a permanent fixture in American music history. Otis Redding’s Legacy and Tragic Death: December 10, 1967 The episode takes a somber turn with December 10, 1967, the day Otis Redding died in a plane crash near Madison, Wisconsin, along with members of the Bar-Kays. The timing of this tragedy magnifies its impact—Redding had recorded ”(Sittin’ On) The Dock of the Bay” just three days earlier, and the song hadn’t yet been released. The track became a posthumous number-one hit, cementing Redding’s status as one of soul music’s greatest artists, though he never lived to see its success. Wings Over America: McCartney’s Epic Live Album - December 10, 1976 December 10, 1976 brought the release of Wings Over America, Paul McCartney’s triple live album documenting his 1975-1976 tour with Wings. The episode explores the rarity of triple albums in music history, particularly live albums of such scope and ambition. The hosts discuss the bootleg album called “Wings from Wings” that allegedly forced McCartney’s hand, rushing the official release to market before bootleggers could dominate sales. Harry reveals the meticulous production process behind Wings Over America, noting that McCartney collected 8,000 hours of live recordings from the tour. The legendary Beatles bassist and singer then personally mixed the album, listening to five different versions of every song before selecting the best performances. The final album was crafted to sound like a single concert experience, though it actually represented the best moments culled from the entire tour—a production approach that set standards for live albums. The episode highlights how “Maybe I’m Amazed” from this album became the definitive version for many fans, surpassing even the studio recording in emotional power and musical execution. The album also featured several Beatles songs including “Yesterday” and “Bluebird,” allowing McCartney to honor his past while showcasing his post-Beatles work with Wings. This balance between Beatles nostalgia and new material demonstrated McCartney’s artistic evolution while satisfying longtime fans. Early Genesis and Progressive Rock Evolution December 11, 1972 saw Genesis release “Foxtrot,” their fifth studio album and a landmark in progressive rock history. The episode explores this Peter Gabriel-era Genesis and the band’s evolution through various lineups. Harry recalls “Watcher of the Skies” as a standout track, while both hosts discuss later Genesis classics like “The Carpet Crawlers” from “The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway.” The conversation reveals differing perspectives on Genesis eras, with Buzz preferring the Peter Gabriel period and later Phil Collins-fronted work, while Harry admits his fandom developed more during the “Trick of the Tail” era following Gabriel’s departure. This honest exchange reflects how progressive rock bands often created distinct identities across lineup changes, appealing to different audiences in different eras. Buzz shares a memorable concert experience seeing Genesis with double drumming featuring Phil Collins and Bill Bruford (renowned for his work with Yes and King Crimson). This unique configuration represented Genesis at a transitional moment, experimenting with expanded instrumentation before settling into the trio format that would define their later commercial success. The “Trick of the Tail” tour demonstrated the band’s ability to continue without their iconic frontman, eventually leading to Collins taking over lead vocals permanently. The episode takes an unexpected turn to December 12, 1901, when Guglielmo Marconi sent the first transatlantic radio signal from Cornwall to Newfoundland. This moment in broadcasting history laid the foundation for everything that followed, including the careers of Buzz and Harry as radio professionals. Harry jokes about Buzz working for Marconi in 1901, highlighting the self-deprecating humor that characterizes their chemistry while acknowledging that without Marconi’s invention, they would never have met or built careers in radio. This historical perspective reminds listeners that music distribution, radio broadcasting, and the entire infrastructure of modern music industry traces back to pioneering moments like Marconi’s transmission. The evolution of radio technology from those first signals to contemporary podcast production represents over a century of innovation that transformed how humans experience and share music globally. The Clash’s London Calling: Punk’s Masterpiece - December 14, 1979 December 14, 1979 saw the Clash release “London Calling” in the UK, a double album that transcended punk rock limitations to incorporate reggae, rockabilly, ska, and R&B influences. The hosts recall the album’s innovative approach, including the hidden track “Train in Vain,” which became a hit despite not being listed on the original album cover—a marketing trick that created mystique and rewarded attentive listeners. Support the show: https://takinawalk.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to an extraordinary edition of the Takin’ A Walk podcast with host Buzz Knight and the self-proclaimed “Master of Music Mayhem,” Harry Jacobs. This comprehensive music history podcast episode explores one of the most emotionally complex weeks in rock and roll history, spanning December 8th through December 14th. From tragic losses to groundbreaking debuts, this week encompasses the full spectrum of music history’s most pivotal moments. John Lennon’s Assassination: December 8, 1980 - A Day That Changed Music Forever The episode opens with perhaps the darkest day in rock music history: December 8, 1980, when John Lennon was shot and killed outside The Dakota apartment building in New York City. Buzz Knight and Harry Jacobs provide intimate personal recollections of this Beatles tragedy that shocked the world. The Beatles Reunion: Free as a Bird and the Anthology Era Moving from tragedy to reunion, the episode explores December 9, 1995, when the Beatles released “Free as a Bird”—the first new Beatles music in 24 years. Both hosts were working together at WZLX in Boston during this momentous release, bringing their firsthand perspective to this Beatles reunion moment. The track, built around a John Lennon demo with contributions from Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr, represented a technological and emotional achievement in music history. Harry admits his initial underwhelm with the track, noting that while “Free as a Bird” generated enormous curiosity worldwide, it never achieved the status of Beatles classics like “Ticket to Ride,” “Help!,” or songs from Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band. The honest assessment reflects how even beloved artists can struggle to recapture past magic, and both hosts acknowledge they haven’t revisited the song since its release. This candid discussion provides valuable context for understanding fan expectations versus artistic reality in music reunion projects. The Blues Brothers Phenomenon: From Saturday Night Live to Cultural Institution December 9, 1978 marks the Saturday Night Live debut of the Blues Brothers, a moment that transformed comedy sketch into legitimate musical force. The episode provides deep insights into how Dan Aykroyd and John Belushi created this blues and R&B supergroup, enlisting Paul Shaffer, Lou Marini, Duck Dunn, and Steve Cropper, who just passed away—the latter two being legendary members of Booker T. and the MGs and key figures in the Stax Records sound that defined Memphis soul music and produced classics like “Soul Man” and “Green Onions.” Howard Shore, who served as Saturday Night Live’s musical director, recognized the potential in Aykroyd and Belushi’s blues performances and helped facilitate their transition from comedy bit to recording artists. The hosts discuss how this comedy-music crossover assembled world-class musicians around a satirical concept that became genuinely respected in the music community. The Blues Brothers represented a unique fusion of comedy and music that introduced younger audiences to blues legends and R&B classics. The conversation explores Tom “Bones” Malone, a guest on Buzz’s podcast, who joined the Blues Brothers band and played trombone with Blood, Sweat & Tears before becoming part of the SNL band. The episode details the evolution of the band from initial concept to full touring and recording entity, with Buzz noting the impressive live performances featuring the Blues Brothers’ acrobatic stage show, where the larger-than-life Belushi performed cartwheels, splits, and handstands that would later inspire Chris Farley’s physical comedy style. The Blues Brothers soundtrack, featuring “Briefcase Full of Blues” and subsequent albums, has “stood the test of time” according to both hosts. Songs like “Rubber Biscuit,” performed with Matt “Guitar” Murphy, and the memorable Aretha Franklin diner scene where Jake orders “four fried chickens and a Coke,” remain embedded in popular culture. The authentic musicianship combined with comedic brilliance created something that transcended both genres, making the Blues Brothers a permanent fixture in American music history. Otis Redding’s Legacy and Tragic Death: December 10, 1967 The episode takes a somber turn with December 10, 1967, the day Otis Redding died in a plane crash near Madison, Wisconsin, along with members of the Bar-Kays. The timing of this tragedy magnifies its impact—Redding had recorded ”(Sittin’ On) The Dock of the Bay” just three days earlier, and the song hadn’t yet been released. The track became a posthumous number-one hit, cementing Redding’s status as one of soul music’s greatest artists, though he never lived to see its success. Wings Over America: McCartney’s Epic Live Album - December 10, 1976 December 10, 1976 brought the release of Wings Over America, Paul McCartney’s triple live album documenting his 1975-1976 tour with Wings. The episode explores the rarity of triple albums in music history, particularly live albums of such scope and ambition. The hosts discuss the bootleg album called “Wings from Wings” that allegedly forced McCartney’s hand, rushing the official release to market before bootleggers could dominate sales. Harry reveals the meticulous production process behind Wings Over America, noting that McCartney collected 8,000 hours of live recordings from the tour. The legendary Beatles bassist and singer then personally mixed the album, listening to five different versions of every song before selecting the best performances. The final album was crafted to sound like a single concert experience, though it actually represented the best moments culled from the entire tour—a production approach that set standards for live albums. The episode highlights how “Maybe I’m Amazed” from this album became the definitive version for many fans, surpassing even the studio recording in emotional power and musical execution. The album also featured several Beatles songs including “Yesterday” and “Bluebird,” allowing McCartney to honor his past while showcasing his post-Beatles work with Wings. This balance between Beatles nostalgia and new material demonstrated McCartney’s artistic evolution while satisfying longtime fans. Early Genesis and Progressive Rock Evolution December 11, 1972 saw Genesis release “Foxtrot,” their fifth studio album and a landmark in progressive rock history. The episode explores this Peter Gabriel-era Genesis and the band’s evolution through various lineups. Harry recalls “Watcher of the Skies” as a standout track, while both hosts discuss later Genesis classics like “The Carpet Crawlers” from “The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway.” The conversation reveals differing perspectives on Genesis eras, with Buzz preferring the Peter Gabriel period and later Phil Collins-fronted work, while Harry admits his fandom developed more during the “Trick of the Tail” era following Gabriel’s departure. This honest exchange reflects how progressive rock bands often created distinct identities across lineup changes, appealing to different audiences in different eras. Buzz shares a memorable concert experience seeing Genesis with double drumming featuring Phil Collins and Bill Bruford (renowned for his work with Yes and King Crimson). This unique configuration represented Genesis at a transitional moment, experimenting with expanded instrumentation before settling into the trio format that would define their later commercial success. The “Trick of the Tail” tour demonstrated the band’s ability to continue without their iconic frontman, eventually leading to Collins taking over lead vocals permanently. The episode takes an unexpected turn to December 12, 1901, when Guglielmo Marconi sent the first transatlantic radio signal from Cornwall to Newfoundland. This moment in broadcasting history laid the foundation for everything that followed, including the careers of Buzz and Harry as radio professionals. Harry jokes about Buzz working for Marconi in 1901, highlighting the self-deprecating humor that characterizes their chemistry while acknowledging that without Marconi’s invention, they would never have met or built careers in radio. This historical perspective reminds listeners that music distribution, radio broadcasting, and the entire infrastructure of modern music industry traces back to pioneering moments like Marconi’s transmission. The evolution of radio technology from those first signals to contemporary podcast production represents over a century of innovation that transformed how humans experience and share music globally. The Clash’s London Calling: Punk’s Masterpiece - December 14, 1979 December 14, 1979 saw the Clash release “London Calling” in the UK, a double album that transcended punk rock limitations to incorporate reggae, rockabilly, ska, and R&B influences. The hosts recall the album’s innovative approach, including the hidden track “Train in Vain,” which became a hit despite not being listed on the original album cover—a marketing trick that created mystique and rewarded attentive listeners. Support the show: https://musicsavedme.net/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The shorthand reference for a wrestler not being used on TV is that they're "sitting in catering." They're sitting in the back, eating some food, while other wrestlers get the spotlight and the glory. Just in time for Thanksgiving, Andrew is joined by returning guest Sean Flynn to hunker down in catering and chow down on songs about food or have food in the title. Artists played include System of a Down, Adele, Herb Alpert & the Tijuana Brass, Mac Miller, Nick Drake, King Crimson, Harry Styles, and more. Load up your plate and save room for dessert, this episode will have you stuffed to the gills with delicious entertainment.Theme song: "Hemispheres" by Silent PartnerBluesky: @MusicoftheMat / @justandrewAll VOW podcasts, articles, previews, and reviews: VoicesofWrestling.comJoin the VOW Discord to discuss Music of the Mat and other shows/topics: VoicesofWrestling.com/DiscordDonate to Music of the Mat and other VOW podcasts: VoicesofWrestling.com/DonateAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Discipline es el octavo álbum de estudio de la banda británica de rock progresivo King Crimson, el cual fue lanzado en 1981. "Discipline", el primer disco de estudio de la banda en 7 años, representa un cambio importante para la misma: la formación es completamente diferente a la que apareció en Red y en los LP anteriores a ese. 

Send us a textWelcome to Guess the Year! This is an interactive, competitive podcast series where you will be able to play along and compete against your fellow listeners. Here is how the scoring works:10 points: Get the year dead on!7 points: 1-2 years off4 points: 3-5 years off1 point: 6-10 years offGuesses can be emailed to drandrewmay@gmail.com or texted using the link at the top of the show notes (please leave your name).I will read your scores out before the next episode, along with the scores of your fellow listeners! Please email your guesses to Andrew no later than 12pm EST on the day the next episode posts if you want them read out on the episode (e.g., if an episode releases on Monday, then I need your guesses by 12pm EST on Wednesday; if an episode releases on Friday, then I need your guesses by 12 pm EST on Monday). Note: If you don't get your scores in on time, they will still be added to the overall scores I am keeping. So they will count for the final scores - in other words, you can catch up if you get behind, you just won't have your scores read out on the released episode. All I need is your guesses (e.g., Song 1 - 19xx, Song 2 - 20xx, Song 3 - 19xx, etc.). Please be honest with your guesses! Best of luck!!The answers to today's ten songs can be found below. If you are playing along, don't scroll down until you have made your guesses. Have you made your guesses yet? If so, you can scroll down and look at the answers.Okay, answers coming. Don't peek if you haven't made your guesses yet!Intro song: 21st Century Schizoid Man by King Crimson (1969)Song 1: Thick as a Brick (Pt. 1) by Jethro Tull (1972)Song 2: The Miracle (of Joey Ramone) by U2 (2014)Song 3: More Bounce to the Ounce by Zapp & Roger (1980)Song 4: Suburban Home by Descendants (1982)Song 5: Miracles by Jefferson Starship (1975)Song 6: Overture - The Phantom of the Opera by Andrew Lloyd Webber (1986/2004)Song 7: Raid by MF Doom (feat. MED) (2004)Song 8: Miracle Drug by A.C. Newman (2004)Song 9: The Next Episode by Dr. Dre (feat. Snoop Dogg) (1999)Song 10: Parkbench Chameleon by Cat's Pajamas (2024)

In Episode 331 of History in Five Songs with Martin Popoff, Martin ponders the bands and albums that helped invent multiple rock and metal genres at once—from Hendrix, Cream, and Pink Floyd shaping psychedelia, prog, and metal, to King Crimson, Uriah Heep, Sabbath, and Venom forging the foundations of progressive metal, power metal, goth, thrash, and black metal. Jimi Hendrix Experience – “Love or Confusion" King Crimson – “The Court of the Crimson King” Uriah Heep – “Poet's Justice” Venom – “Witching Hour” Metallica – “No Remorse” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Episode 331 of History in Five Songs with Martin Popoff, Martin ponders the bands and albums that helped invent multiple rock and metal genres at once—from Hendrix, Cream, and Pink Floyd shaping psychedelia, prog, and metal, to King Crimson, Uriah Heep, Sabbath, and Venom forging the foundations of progressive metal, power metal, goth, thrash, and black metal. Jimi Hendrix Experience – “Love or Confusion" King Crimson – “The Court of the Crimson King” Uriah Heep – “Poet's Justice” Venom – “Witching Hour” Metallica – “No Remorse” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices