Podcasts about Rockabilly

Spiderman. Rock N Roll High School turns 47. Remembering Dolly. Happy birthday Rob Halford and Elvis Costello. Goodbye Tim Curry. Unheard Cramps, and more.

50 years of Stiff Records, new Jonny Manak and the Depressives, my Dad's birthday, 25 years of No Front Teeth Records, and more!

This one starts as a lending podcast and ends as a full-blown rock history lesson. After Ed Marra briefly recaps his professional start in paralegal studies and early commercial lending work, Mark Ritter lets him run with his true passion, classic rock, growing up on The Beatles, Led Zeppelin, and Johnny Cash, then building a career performing Buddy Holly tributes with the blessing of Buddy Holly's own widow. Ed even jammed live with The Crickets and played The Cavern Club in Liverpool. The two dig into why radio consolidation has made it nearly impossible to find new rock bands today.What You Will Learn in This Episode: ✅ How Ed Marra's start in paralegal studies led him into a career in commercial lending✅ How classic rock and rockabilly shaped Ed's early guitar influences growing up✅ What it took to get official rights for Buddy Holly Tribute performances from Holly's widow✅ Why radio consolidation and record labels favor formula over inventive new rock acts✅ How touring revenue, not record sales, always paid classic rock musicians the mostSubscribe to Credit Union Conversations for the latest credit union trends and insights on loan volume and business lending! Connect with MBFS to boost your credit union's growth today.TIMESTAMPS: (00:00) Mark introduces MBFS team member and guest Ed Marra(01:08) Ed recaps his professional start in paralegal studies and computer software work(07:35) Mark asks what makes a commercial lending closing smooth versus going off the rails(10:27) The conversation shifts entirely into classic rock music and Ed's guitar influences(13:09) Ed shares how he began performing Buddy Holly tribute shows and met Holly's widow(18:13) Why radio consolidation and formula-driven record labels hurt new rock bands(24:46) How touring revenue always mattered more than record sales for classic rock artistsKEY TAKEAWAYS:

Tonight we had brand new tracks from Wine Lips, Cindy Lawson, Killer Kin, the Limit and more, plus birthday shout-outs to Joe Jackson, Porter Wagoner and Buck Owens.

Send us Fan MailMLPP Towers offers some respite to 3 weary Punkabillies this week, who are unfortunately located in Stoke on Trent.The Two Step Goodbyes are very forthcoming with their song topics, their drug (purely medicinal) addled car journeys stoking local beefs, and their tip top band nights in Stoke, "Bars Attacks". They also go all in on a brand new game of Tom's invention called "Rockabilly or Notabilly" (yes, he knows its a fantastic concept, no need to write in).We have a gig report from the centre of the universe (Nuneaton), Barrett has been forced to relocate due to nature getting its revenge, and we take an advance look at the Easy Fest '26 line up!Songs this week are from: Travis Cut, A Murder of Crows, Tinseltown Rebellion, Code Break and The Offsailors.Additional voicework provided by Mark L Williamson

The outlaws of #Rockabilly & #Psychobilly are running free this week serving up some moonshine fueled ROCK 'N' ROLL and taking a gamble on the road one dice roll at a time on Hot Roddin' 2+Nite https://mixabilly.com donate @ https://paypal.com/paypalme/mixabilly 

A tribute to Jeff "Mono Mann" Connolly of DMZ, the Lyres and more, plus new stuff from the Limit, the Judex, Westside Sheiks and Criminal Kids.

AlleyCatHowl Drift Hosted by DJ Hobo Lobo & Split-Pea McGee With some of the best Rockabilly & 1950's Style Rock & Roll(And Whatever the Alley Cat drags in) Featuring thrills and chills by : 1.) Rock Billy Boogie - Johnny Burnette and The Rock'n'Roll Trio [Johnny Burnette & The Rock'n'Roll Trio]2.) Hey Little Diddle – TJ Mayes [From the Plains to the Piers]3.) I'm Glad My Baby's Gone – Glen Glenn [Everybody's Movin'/I'm Glad My Baby's Gone]4.) Rockin' Gypsy – Ichi-Bons [Ichi-Bon #1]5.) It Ain't Me - Ray Campi & The Snappers [It Ain't Me/Give That Love To Me] 6.) I Don't Care Now – Chan Romero [Hippy Hippy Shake] 7.) Baby, You Know Who – Reverend Horton Heat [Smoke 'Em If You Got 'Em] 8.) Strollin' With Mary Jane – Big Sandy & His Fly-Rite Boys [It's Time] 9.) The Train Kept A'Rollin' – Johnny Burnette and The Rock'n'Roll Trio [Johnny Burnette & The Rock'n'Roll Trio]10.) Goin' to Milano - The Hillbilly Moon Explosion [Buy Beg Or Steal]11.) My Little Muck Muck – Bloodshot Bill [My Little Muck Muck/Grease Leather & Chewing Gum]12.) No Help Wanted – Bloodshot Bill [So Blue]13.) Nadine – Chuck Berry [Nadine/O Rangutang]14.) Roll Over Beethoven – Chuck Berry & His Combo [Roll Over Beethoven/Drifting Heart]15.) Cadillac Radio Jump – Chuck Berry [Cadillac Radio Jump/Brown Eyed Handsome Man]16.) Ain't That A Shame -- Fats Domino [Ain't That A Shame/La-La]17.) Blueberry Hill – Fats Domino [Blueberry Hill/Honey Chile]18.) It's Time --- Big Sandy and His Fly-Rite Boys [It's Time]19.) Fool's Gold – Restless [Do You Feel Restless]20.) Flat Foot Sam – Tommy Blake & The Rhythm Rebels [Flat Foot Sam/Lord Hoody] 21.) Jailhouse Rock – Elvis Presley [Jailhouse Rock/Treat Me Nice] 22.) That's All Right – Elvis Presley [That's All Right/Blue Moon Of Kentucky] 23.) Rock Around The Clock --- Bill Haley and His Comets [Rock Around The Clock/Thirteen Women (And Only One Man In Town)] 24.) All Shook Up - Elvis Presley [All Shook Up/That's When Your Heartaches Begin] 25.) Ling-Ting-Tong -- Bill Haley [Rock Around The Clock] 26.) La Bamba -- Chan Romero [Hippy Hippy Shake] 27.) Black Cat – Marcel Bontempi [Black Cat] 28.) Southbound Blues - The Blue Cats [Explorers of the Beat]29.) Freight Train Blues – Anita Carter [Someone Else, Not Me/Freight Train Blues] 30.) Twilight – The Sirocco Bros. [The Devil's Music] 31.) Tiki Head --- The Sirocco Bros. [Tiki Head/The Devil's Music] 32.) Rudy's Rock – Bill Haley and His Comets [Rudy's Rock] 33.) Blue Moon Baby – The Cramps [A Date With Elvis] 34.) Living Death – Marcel Bontempi [Headless Horseman And Other Tales] 35.) Ride Before the Fall – Reverend Horton Heat [Whole New Life] 36.) Bales of Cocaine - -- Reverend Horton Heat [The Full-Custom Gospel Sounds of.....] 37.) Lonesome Train Whistle – Reverend Horton Heat [The Full-Custom Gospel Sounds of.....] 38.) Blue Doll --- Anita Carter [Blue Doll/Go Away Johnnie] 39.) Kewpie Doll – Ray Sharpe [Rockin' Classics] 40.) Reno – The Hillbilly Moon Explosion [Back In Time]41.) Second Coming – Dan Sartain [Join Dan Sartain] 42.) Indian Ink – Dan Sartain [Join Dan Sartain] 43.) Viking Rock - -- Jittery Jack [Jittery Jack E.P.] AlleyCatHowlKeep A'Howlin'

On tonight's show we had a sneak peek at the upcoming Westside Sheiks album, a set about teeth, some power pop, soul, punk and rock n roll.

In a career spanning almost four decades, the singer-musician conquered country, rockabilly, and bluegrass, and worked with some of the biggest names in popular music, including Elvis Presley and Roy Acuff.

Una band Punk, una Reggae, una più Pop, una Rockabilly, una Dub, una che guarda al Rap, e una "impegnata": no, non si tratta di tanti gruppi diversi, ma di uno solo che li racchiude tutti. In poche parole: ho dedicato uno specialone ai Clash, la band versatile per antonomasia.Puntata realizzata feat. "Doktor Avalanche"... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swing_out_faber/Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2yxp5xCApple: https://apple.co/2WAUcjKSpreaker: https://www.spreaker.com/show/suono-ma-nessuno-apreGrafica di Daris Nardini: https://instagram.com/thedarside?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

AlleyCatHowlWestBound Hosted by DJ Hobo Lobo & Split-Pea McGee With some of the best Rockabilly & 1950's Style Rock & Roll(And Whatever the Alley Cat drags in) Featuring thrills and chills by : 1.) Blue Suede Shoes - Elvis Presley [Blue Suede Shoes/Tutti Frutti]2.) Slow Down – Eddie Cochran [Rock'n'Roll Legend]3.) Cotton Pickin' Rocker – Joe Bennett and The Sparkletones [Joe Bennett & The Sparkletones 1957-1959]4.) Black Slacks – Joe Bennett and The Sparkletones [Joe Bennett & The Sparkletones 1957-1959]5.) I Want You To Know - Lloyd Price [Mr. Personality] 6.) Brand New Beat – Gene Vincent & His Blue Caps [Unchained Melody/Brand New Beat] 7.) Do Baby Do – Dorsey Burnette [The Johnny & Dorsey Burnette Song Book] 8.) 44 – Fats Domino [Fats Domino Vol.3] 9.) No Particular Place To Go – Chuck Berry [St. Louis To Liverpool]10.) Mr. Highway Man - Howlin' Wolf [Howlin' at the Sun]11.) Honey Don't – Carl Perkins [Blue Suede Shoes/Honey Don't]12.) Matchbox – Carl Perkins [Your True Love/Matchbox]13.) Hey Hey Hey – Gene Vincent & The Shouts [Shakin' Up A Storm]14.) You're To Blame – Johnny Powers [Seventeen/You're To Blame]15.) Summertime – Gene Vincent & The Bluecaps [Summertime/Frankie And Johnnie]16.) Rock & Roll Fever -- Gene Ray [Rock & Roll Fever]17.) The Man I Met (A Tribute to The Big Bopper) – Ray Campi [Play It Cool]18.) Beggar To King --- The Big Bopper [The Best Of Big Bopper]19.) Crazy Blues – The Big Bopper [The Best Of Big Bopper]20.) Mr. Blue Note – Ray Campi & The West Sisters [Going West] 21.) Old Man Winter's Gonna Rock and Roll Tonight – Wayne Hancock [The South Austin Sessions] 22.) Rule Book – Bloodshot Bill [So Fed Up!] 23.) Driftin' --- Bloodshot Bill [Come Get Your Love Right Now] 24.) Rattle My Brain - Bloodshot Bill [Out the Door] 25.) Shout the Blues -- TJ Mayes [From the Plains to the Piers] 26.) In My Head -- TJ Mayes [Dig It Up!] 27.) I'm A Bowler – Hillbilly Hellcats [I'm A Bowler] 28.) I Dig Jazz - Hillbilly Hellcat [Rev It Up With Taz]29.) Sunday Evening Blues – Marcel Bontempi [Witches Spiders Frogs & Holes...] 30.) The Wicker Man – The Sirocco Bros. [You Don't Know My Blues/The Wicker Man] 31.) The Beat Of Love --- Alice Jayne & The Sirocco Bros. [Come On In] 32.) Hallelujah, I Love Her So – Eddie Cochran [Hallelujah, I Love Her So/Little Angel] 33.) Sittin' in the Balcony – Eddie Cochran [Sittin' in the Balcony/Dark Lonely Street] 34.) Good Man – Heavy Trash [Midnight Soul Serenade] 35.) Train Time Blues – Roy Brown & His Mighty Mighty Men [Big Town/Train Time Blues] 36.) Me And The Bear - -- Johnny Burnette [Me And The Bear/Gumbo] 37.) All Around The World – Little Willie John [All Around The World/Don't Leave Me Dear] 38.) Carol --- Chuck Berry [Carol/Hey Pedro] 39.) Lonesome Tears In My Eyes – Billy and the Kids [I Want You Aha!] 40.) Let's Have A Ball – Jim McDonald [Let's Have A Ball/My Heart Needs Breaking] 41.) You Can Pack Your Suitcase – Fats Domino [You Can Pack Your Suitcase/I Lived My Life] 42.) Lucky Little Old Me – Benny Joy [I'm Gonna Move - The Benny Joy Story 1957-61 Vol.3] 43.) Three Stars - -- Eddie Cochran [Three Stars/Somethin' Else] 44.) Sunglasses After Dark --- Dwight Pullen [Sunglasses After Dark/Teenage Bug] 45.) Maybe Baby – The Crickets [Maybe Baby/Tell Me How] 46.) Geronimo – The Renegades [Geronimo/Charge] 47.) Bumble Bee – Heavy Trash [Midnight Soul Serenade] 48.) That's What Your Love Gets – Heavy Trash [Midnight Soul Serenade] AlleyCatHowlKeep A'Howlin'

Tonight I dug through the archives of the last 16 years and played songs from most of the 25 releases I helped put out into the world, whether they were digital comps, sponsorships, alternate covers or Manifesto versions with OBI strips. Lots of great music. So much, I had a hard time narrowing down the songs to a manageable bunch. I hope you enjoy this look back at RnRM history. Do you have any memories from the show? I would love to hear them.

AlleyCatHowlRhythm Renegades Hosted by DJ Hobo Lobo & Split-Pea McGee With some of the best Rockabilly, Psychobilly & 1950's Style Rock & Roll(And Whatever the Alley Cat drags in) Featuring thrills and chills by : 1.) Three Alley Cats - Roy Hall [Three Alley Cats/Diggin' The Boogie]2.) Ten Cats Down – The Miller Sisters [Ten Cats Down/Finders Keepers]3.) Bottle to the Baby – Charlie Feathers [One Hand Loose/Bottle to the Baby]4.) Race With The Devil – Gene Vincent [Star 56-58]5.) Bewitched - The Sirocco Bros. [The Devil's Music] 6.) Flying Saucers – The Sirocco Bros. [Sirocco] 7.) Martian Chicken – Bloodshot Bill [The Out Of This World Sounds Of Bloodshot Bill] 8.) Marfa Lights – Dan Sartain [DUDESBLOOD] 9.) Jo Jo Rock and Roll – Amon Greer [I Don't Want You At All/Jo Jo Rock and Roll]10.) Red Hot Rock - The Polecats [Cult Heroes]11.) King Cry Baby – James Intveld [100% Hits Rock'n'Roll]12.) Hillbilly House – Wild Wax Combo [Ready To Go]13.) Let's Get Wild – Rudy Grayzell [Let's Get Wild]14.) Rockin' Blues – Johnny Otis [Stompin' At The Savoy]15.) Lazy – Bloodshot Bill [So Blue]16.) So Blue -- Bloodshot Bill [So Blue]17.) Smokey Joe's Cafe – The Robins [Smokey Joe's Cafe/Just Like A Fool]18.) Rhythm In My Bones --- Danny Diamond & The Rubies [Rumble Rock]19.) Annabelle – Roy Gaines [Annabelle/Night Beat] 20.) Night Beat – Roy Gaines [Annabelle/Night Beat] 21.) Beer Truck – The Booze Bombs [Crazy Love] 22.) Wonderin' – Little Richard [The Fabulous Little Richard] 23.) Involuntary Commitment Blues --- The Spectres [The Great Erotic Zombie Shakedown] 24.) It's Late - Dorsey Burnette [It's Late/Good Good Lovin'] 25.) Rock Therapy -- Johnny Burnette And The Rock'n'Roll Trio [Johnny Burnette And The Rock'n'Roll Trio] 26.) Mr. Blues -- Restless [Beat My Drums] 27.) She's A Bad Motorcycle – Tav Falco's Panther Burns [The World We Knew] 28.) Mexico - Grease Creepers [Fresh Cut]29.) Breakaway – The Long Tall Texans [Texas Beat...] 30.) Railroad Blues – Tazmanian Devils [Evil Boppin'] 31.) Jockey Full Of Bourbon --- Tom Waits [Rain Dogs] 32.) I Ain't No Good – TJ Mayes [Dig It Up!] 33.) Big Sandy – The Meteors [Demonopoly] 34.) Flaming Star – Dan Sartain [Western Hills] 35.) Ruby Carol – Dan Sartain [Dan Sartain Lives] 36.) Night Watch - -- Guana Batz [Held Down...At Last] 37.) Bring My Cadillac Back – Guana Batz [Rough Edges] 38.) Down and Out --- Th' Legendary Shack Shakers [Swamp Blood] 39.) Tony Driver Blues – Tav Falco [Club Car Zodiac] 40.) Hula Rock – Bill Browning & The Echo Valley Boys [The Island Recordings] 41.) New Girlfriend – Swamp Rats [Style Of Conviction!!!] 42.) Crying the Blues – Steve French [Rockabilly Hoodlums] 43.) My Baby Said #2 - -- The Polecats [Cult Heroes] AlleyCatHowlKeep A'Howlin'

We celebrated some birthdays tonight: Johnny Thunders, Roky Erickson and your favorite radio show host named Greg. We had some power pop, country, soul, R&B, hardcore, punk rock and more.

AlleyCatHowlBox Car Boogie Hosted by DJ Hobo Lobo & Split-Pea McGee With some of the best Rockabilly & 1950's Style Rock & Roll(And Whatever the Alley Cat drags in) Featuring thrills and chills by : 1.) Rollin Danny - Gene Vincent & The Blue Caps [Gene Rocks ! And The Blue Caps Roll]2.) Wayward Wind – Gene Vincent & The Blue Caps [The Best Of Gene Vincent]3.) By The Light Of The Silvery Moon – Little Richard [By The Light Of The Silvery Moon/Early One Morning]4.) Tornado – The Hillbilly Moon Explosion [All Grown Up]5.) Mary Lou - Rusty Pinto (w/ CC Jerome & His Savoys) [One More Time]6.) Send Me Some Lovin' – Little Richard [Little Richard - Vol.2]7.) If I Can't Have You – Jackie Wilson [He's So Fine] 8.) Summertime Blues – Eddie Cochran [Summertime Blues/C'Mon Everybody] 9.) Freight Train Blues – Anita Carter [The Boogie Box]10.) Box Car Star - TJ Mayes [Dig It Up!]11.) Dig It Up! – TJ Mayes [Dig It Up!]12.) Stardust – The Sirocco Bros. [Stardust]13.) Witching Hour – The Sirocco Bros. [Stardust]14.) Guns Of Brixton – The Honey Drippers [Big E Boogie]15.) Gypsy Queen – Hillbilly Hellcats [Our Brand]16.) Old Fashioned Morphine -- Tav Falco [Cabaret Of Daggers]17.) Fires and Floods – Dan Sartain [Arise, Dan Sartain, Arise]18.) Devil's Night Auction --- Th' Legendary Shack Shakers [Lower Broad Lo-Fi]19.) Rock Boppin' Baby – Edwin Bruce [More Than Yesterday/Rock Boppin' Baby] 20.) Frankie & Johnnie – Gene Vincent & The Blue Caps [Gene Rocks ! And The Blue Caps Roll] 21.) I'll Never Stop Loving You – Glen Glenn [Glen Rocks] 22.) Hoboes Are My Heroes – Th' Legendary Shack Shakers [AgriDustrial] 23.) Let's Go (Back In Time) --- The Hillbilly Moon Explosion [Back In Time] 24.) Should I Ever Love Again - Gene Vincent & The Blue Caps [Gene Rocks ! And The Blue Caps Roll] 25.) One Rose -- Ray Campi [Rockabilly Ladies] 26.) Spitfire -- Bloodshot Bill [Songs from the Sludge] 27.) Everyday – Bloodshot Bill [Psyche-O-Billy] 28.) Delores - Crazy Cavan & The Rhythm Rockers [Rockabillity]29.) Will The Circle Be Unbroken – Frantic Flintstones [Skin Up, Chill Out - Just Buskin' Through] 30.) Indiana Waltz --- Jack Scott [Jack Scott] 31.) Baby Out Of Jail – The Knitters [Poor Little Critter On The Road] 32.) Moonlight Swim – Dan Sartain [DUDESBLOOD] 33.) Para Nada – Rebel Cats [Rockabilly Y Algo Mas] 34.) Rockabilly Psychosis – The Meteors [In Heaven] 35.) Rock This Town - -- Stray Cats [Stray Cats] 36.) 18 Miles To Memphis – Stray Cats [Rant'N'Rave] AlleyCatHowlKeep A'Howlin'

This week marks the seventh session of "Rockabilly 2 Rachmaninoff," our captivating collaborative series that brings you unique insights and stories from different guests associated with the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra. As a reminder, new episodes in this special series drop every two months on the second Saturday. In this week's edition, we're spotlighting the Buffalo United Community Choir (BUCC) with guests Karen Saxon and George Brown. Founded in January 2023 by the BPO Diversity Council, BUCC unites the Buffalo-Niagara region through the transformative power of music. This dynamic, 100+ member choir features voices from over 50 local churches and organizations, truly embodying the spirit and rich diversity of Buffalo. Under the brilliant artistic leadership of Ella E. Robinson, Karen Saxon, and George Brown, BUCC has delivered stirring, soulful performances—collaborating with the BPO at Kleinhans Music Hall and lifting spirits across the community. The choir proudly lives by its inspiring motto: "We lift our voices in song as ONE community." I sat down with Karen and George on June 12 at the corporate offices of the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra for a wonderful, engaging conversation you won't want to miss. Want to learn more? You can find more information on the BUCC, including a full biography, at BPO.org

Everything tonight was released in the first half of 2026, or will be released slightly later this year. It was fun looking back on all the great stuff that has been released so far. Of course, this only scratches the surface of all the music that came out, but this is the stuff that made its way across my eardrums, and by extension, yours. I also had brand new stuff from Trash Culture and Bart and the Brats (or Brat and the Barts, LOL) , and Knights of Molino. Crank it up!

Tonight we had some tracks from the new Dead Pioneers album, "Wagon Burner," plus some classic punk, metal, hardcore, rhythm & blues and more. 

Punk rock, country, doo wop and garage, oh my! Plus, new stuff from C.O.F.F.I.N and XCOMM.

Just a heads up, this one starts out a bit heavy, and I don't mean music-wise. Beyond that, we had new stuff from Golden Shitters and Bad Idea, plus lots of songs about this Hellscape we call home.

Tonight we had some music in celebration of Pride Month and Black Music Month, we checked out the new Ugly Pop Records compilation, "Left Without Much Fuss," and more.

This show had a lot of underlying themes which I probably don't need to spell out here. Sorry it was a day late. Hope you dig it. 

Henry Rollins dives deep into the story of the Cramps, from his personal love of the band to being part of the resurrection of the record label, Vengeance Records.

Tonight we had new stuff from the almighty Cyanide Pills, and some great listener requests including a Crypt records set and a Dirtnap records set. It was also World Dracula Day/Halfway to Halloween, so we had some vampire songs as well.

Step into the vibrant world of rockabilly as host Buzz Knight takes you on an unforgettable journey with Lee Rocker, the legendary upright bass player and co-founder of the iconic band Stray Cats. This episode of "takin' a walk" is a treasure trove of music history insights, revealing the unique blend of classic rock and American music that shaped Rocker’s career. With roots in a family of classical musicians, Lee Rocker’s passion for music ignited early, leading him to co-create a sound that would resonate through generations. Buzz Knight engages Rocker in a captivating conversation that explores the band’s fascinating origins in Massapequa, Long Island, and their bold leap to London in 1980, during a time when rockabilly was experiencing a dynamic revival with the Stray Cats. As they stroll through the stories behind songs and the evolution of rock music history, Lee Rocker shares personal anecdotes about the Stray Cats’ rise to fame, the distinctive sound of the upright bass, and the exhilarating physicality involved in playing it. Discover the joy of live performances and the profound impact of music on society and culture as Rocker emphasizes the importance of spreading happiness through their art. With an exciting summer 2026 tour on the horizon and new music set to be released, Lee Rocker of The Stray Cats expresses his enthusiasm for reconnecting with fans and the deep bond he shares with bandmates Brian Setzer and Slim Jim Phantom. This episode is not just a walk down memory lane; it’s a celebration of musical creativity and resilience. Buzz Knight and Lee Rocker reminisce about their friendships with rockabilly legends, including the unforgettable Carl Perkins, and reflect on the transformative power of music in their lives. Through this engaging conversation, listeners will gain valuable insights into the music industry, the creative journeys of artists, and the stories that shaped iconic songs. Join us for this episode of "takin' a walk," where legendary musicians share their journeys, and the spirit of rock and roll comes alive. Whether you're a fan of classic rock history, indie music journeys, or simply love the stories behind the music, this episode promises to inspire and entertain. Don’t miss out on the chance to hear from one of rockabilly’s most enduring icons—tune in now. If you want to learn more about The Takin A Walk Podcast with Buzz Knight search Music History Podcast on Claude or any of the other AI assistants.Support the show: https://takinawalk.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Step into the vibrant world of rockabilly as host Buzz Knight takes you on an unforgettable journey with Lee Rocker, the legendary upright bass player and co-founder of the iconic band Stray Cats. This episode of "takin' a walk" is a treasure trove of music history insights, revealing the unique blend of classic rock and American music that shaped Rocker’s career. With roots in a family of classical musicians, Lee Rocker’s passion for music ignited early, leading him to co-create a sound that would resonate through generations. Buzz Knight engages Rocker in a captivating conversation that explores the band’s fascinating origins in Massapequa, Long Island, and their bold leap to London in 1980, during a time when rockabilly was experiencing a dynamic revival with the Stray Cats. As they stroll through the stories behind songs and the evolution of rock music history, Rocker shares personal anecdotes about the Stray Cats’ rise to fame, the distinctive sound of the upright bass, and the exhilarating physicality involved in playing it. Discover the joy of live performances and the profound impact of music as Rocker emphasizes the importance of spreading happiness through their art. With an exciting summer 2026 tour on the horizon and new music set to be released, Lee Rocker expresses his enthusiasm for reconnecting with fans and the deep bond he shares with bandmates Brian Setzer and Slim Jim Phantom. This episode is not just a walk down memory lane; it’s a celebration of musical creativity and resilience. Buzz Knight and Lee Rocker reminisce about their friendships with rockabilly legends, including the unforgettable Carl Perkins, and reflect on the transformative power of music in their lives. Through this engaging conversation, listeners will gain valuable insights into the music industry, the creative journeys of artists, and the stories that shaped iconic songs. Join us for this episode of "takin' a walk," where legendary musicians share their journeys, and the spirit of rock and roll comes alive. Whether you're a fan of classic rock history, indie music journeys, or simply love the stories behind the music, this episode promises to inspire and entertain. Don’t miss out on the chance to hear from one of rockabilly’s most enduring icons—tune in now! Support the show: https://takinawalk.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Air Week: May 25-31, 2026 Imperial Records, Pt. 11 – 1957-58 Imperial Records was a major player among the indie labels of the late 1940s and the entirety of the 1950s. Started in Los Angeles in 1946 by Lew Chudd, a Canadian raised in Harlem, Imperial began filling the ethnic and cultural voids left by the majors at the time. Chudd knew there was a large market for Latino Music in America, so he headed to Mexico City and recorded some Mexican jump bands that sold very well. He then included square dance records which also racked up sales as now square dances could be held without callers. He began recording Rhythm & Blues in 1947 and by ’49, he had hired Dave Bartholomew to scout talent in fertile New Orleans. The Braun Brother had beat him to The Crescent City by recording Paul Gayten and Annie Laurie first, but with Bartholomew’s help, Chudd was able to sign Fats Domino, Smiley Lewis, Archibald and Jewel King, dominating the New Orleans R&B scene. This week, we conclude our Imperial series with part eleven, focusing on Imperial’s R&B releases from the end of 1957 and the beginning of 1958. There’s a new hit-maker in town as Imperial signs the young heartthrob, Ricky Nelson as well as other Rockabilly, Rock and Pop acts. Chudd begins to move the label away from Rhythm & Blues and that great New Orleans sound that brought the hits over the past decade. Fats is still able to chart and does so with gusto as “What Will I Tell My Heart,” “Wait & See,” “When I See You,” “Sick & Tired” and “The Big Beat” all make the charts. Ernie Freeman scores one of Imperial’s best-sellers with his cover of the Bill Justis tune, “Raunchy” and Bobby Mitchell records the first version of “I’m Gonna Be A Wheel Someday.” 1958 is a great place for us to stop as we’ve covered Imperial’s R&B heyday over the past eleven week’s on your source for the “soul that came before Rock n’ Roll,” the “Juke In The Back.”  LISTEN BELOW

Roll down the windows and put that pedal to the metal because we've got two hours of wild rhythms and deep cuts this coming Friday. We'll be digging into those slap-back echo, train-beat rhythms and wild-eyed energy of rockabilly music — that explosive blend of country, blues, boogie and early rock 'n' roll that rattled America in the 1950s and helped redraw the cultural map for a generation of teenagers looking for something loud, fast and a little dangerous. Now sure, everybody knows the giants — Elvis, Carl Perkins, Johnny Cash and Jerry Lee Lewis — but tonight's show leans into the side roads and back highways of rockabilly history. Alongside a few familiar names, we'll spend two hours with the obscure cats, regional stars, one-hit wonders and forgotten firebrands producing some of the wildest sounds ever pressed onto vinyl. From Sonny Fisher and Ronnie Self to Roy Duke, Sonny Burgess, Johnny Garner and Laura Lee Perkins, this is the sound of American youth culture before it was polished, corporate or safe.

A proper Manifesto roller coaster ride, from R&B to hardcore and destinations in between. We had new stuff from Taste Testors, the Strains, Bad Idea, Backroad Burners, Iris Paralysis, Miscalculations, Ultrabomb, the Sleeveens, NOi!se, Brigata Vendetta, Total Massacre, MK Ultras and more.

In this action-packed episode, Johnny sits down with one of Australia's hardest working Rockabilly rock bands, THE KOFFIN ROCKERS! From wild stories on the road to unforgettable tour chaos, the band dives deep into their history, life on tour, and the nonstop hustle of keeping rock ‘n' roll alive. The crew also announces their upcoming Japan tour dates, bringing their explosive live show to stages across Osaka, Kobe, and Tokyo. If you're into Rockabilly, Psychobilly, Punk Rock, underground touring culture, and insane behind-the-scenes band stories, this is one interview you do NOT want to miss! THE KOFFIN ROCKERS – JAPAN TOUR DATES 19 June – American Music Bar Garth – Osaka 20 June – Alchemy Bar – Kobe 25 June – Ruby Room – Tokyo 26 June – Club Heavy Sick – Tokyo 27 June – Gamuso Bar – Tokyo Follow The Koffin Rockers: Spotify: The Koffin Rockers Instagram: @thekoffinrockers Facebook: www.facebook.com/thekoffinrockers Bandcamp: www.thekoffinrockers.bandcamp.com YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/koffinrockers -------------------------------------------------------------------------------   Supporting GOT FADED JAPAN ON PATREON directly supports keeping this show going and fueled with booze, seriously could you imagine the show sober?? Neither can we! SUPPORT GFJ at: https://www.patreon.com/gotfadedjapan -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS AND SUPPORT THE SHOW!!!!   1. THE SPILT INK: Experience art, buy art and get some original art commissioned at: SITE: https://www.thespiltink.com/ INSTAGRAM: @thespiltink YouTube: https://youtu.be/J5-TnZLc5jE?si=yGX4oflyz_dZo74m ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- --- 2. MITSUYA LIQUOR in ASAGAYA: "The BEST beer shop and standing beer bar in Tokyo!" 1　Chome- 13 -17 Asagayaminami, Suginami Tokyo 166-0004　 Tel & Fax: 0303314-6151Email: Error! Hyperlink reference not valid. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------   3. Harry's Sandwich Company 1 min walk from Takeshita Street in HarajukuCall 050-5329-7203 Address: 〒150-0001 Tokyo, Shibuya City, Jingumae, 1 Chome−16−7 MSビル 3F ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- --- 4. Share Residence MUSOCO “It's a share house that has all that you need and a lot more!” - Located 30 minutes form Shibuya and Yokohama - Affordable rent - Gym - BAR! - Massive kitchen - Cozy lounge space - Office work units - A spacious deck for chilling - DJ booth and club space - Barber space - AND MORE! Get more info and move in at: https://sharedesign.co.jp/en/property.php?id=42&property=musaco&fbclid=IwAR3oYvB-a3_nzKcBG0gSdPQzxvFaWVWsi1d1xKLtYBnq8IS2uLqe6z9L6kY -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Soul Food House https://soulfoodhouse.comAddress:2-chōme−8−10 | Azabujūban | Tokyo | 106-0045 Phone:03-5765-2148 Email:info@soulfoodhouse.com Location Features:You can reach Soul Food House from either the Oedo Line (get off at Azabujuban Station and it's a 7-minute walk) or the Namboku Line (get off at Azabujuban Station and it's a 6-minute walk). -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- GET YOURSELF SOME GOT FADED JAPAN MERCH TODAY!!! We have T-Shirts, COFFEE Mugs, Stickers, even the GFJ official pants! BUY NOW AND SUPPORT THE SHOW: http://www.redbubble.com/people/thespiltink/works/16870492-got-faded-japan-podcast -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Got Faded Japan Podcast gives listeners a glimpse of the most interesting side of Japan's news, culture, peoples, parties, and all around mischief and mayhem. Hosted by Johnny and Jeremy who adds opinions and otherwise drunken bullshit to the mix. We LOVE JAPAN AND SO DO YOU! Send us an email on Facebook or hell man, just tell a friend & post a link to keep this pod rolllin' Fader! Kanpai mofos! #japan #japantalk #japanpodcast #gotfadedjapan #japantravel #japanvlog

Air Week: May 18-24, 2026 Imperial Records, Pt. 10 – 1957 Imperial Records was a major player among the indie labels of the late 1940s and the entirety of the 1950s. Started in Los Angeles in 1946 by Lew Chudd, a Canadian raised in Harlem, Imperial began filling the ethnic and cultural voids left by the majors at the time. Chudd knew there was a large market for Latino Music in America, so he headed to Mexico City and recorded some Mexican jump bands that sold very well. He then included square dance records which also racked up sales as now square dances could be held without callers. He began recording Rhythm & Blues in 1947 and by ’49, he had hired Dave Bartholomew to scout talent in fertile New Orleans. The Braun Brother had beat him to The Crescent City by recording Paul Gayten and Annie Laurie first, but with Bartholomew’s help, Chudd was able to sign Fats Domino, Smiley Lewis, Archibald and Jewel King, dominating the New Orleans R&B scene. This week, we continue our Imperial series with part ten, focusing on Imperial’s R&B releases from 1957. Fats Domino continues his hit streak as both “Blue Monday” and “I’m Walkin'” top the R&B chart and “Valley of Tears” stalls at #2. These 3 singles would also crack the pop top 10! Dave Bartholomew records a cult favorite about the Signifying Monkey and produces some great sides from James “Sugarboy” Crawford, Faye Adams and Chris Kenner. Blues shouter Roy Brown returns to the charts in ’57 on Imperial with “Let The Four Winds Blow” and a cover of Buddy Knox’s Rockabilly hit, “Party Doll.” The line between R&B and Rock n’ Roll is blurred as we keep those records spinning on part ten of the Imperial Records Story on this week’s “Juke In The Back.”  LISTEN BELOW

The opening riff of “White Wedding” is instantly recognizable—a skittering, syncopated guitar line quickly swallowed by pummeling drums. But the song itself is a bit of an enigma. Is it rock? Pop? New wave? Rockabilly punk? Like much of Billy Idol's career, the song exists somewhere in between. Idol was a shape-shifter, blurring genre lines in pursuit of bigger hooks, bigger audiences and, eventually, pop stardom.Raised near London and running with the Sex Pistols' inner circle, Idol arrived with genuine punk bona fides. But with the rise of MTV and the explosion of new wave, he refashioned himself as the bleach-blond, leather-clad rock crooner who sneered his way to the top of the charts.Join Chris Molanphy as he traces the rise, reinvention and Rock Hall canonization of an original MTV icon.Get more Hit Parade with Slate Plus! Join for bonus episodes of "The Bridge" and ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe directly from the Hit Parade show page on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/hitparadeplus to get access wherever you listen.Need to set up your Slate Plus feed? If you subscribed through Slate.com, check out our FAQ at slate.com/podcastfaqs for easy instructions. Members subscribed via Apple Podcasts get automatic access—no setup required. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The opening riff of “White Wedding” is instantly recognizable—a skittering, syncopated guitar line quickly swallowed by pummeling drums. But the song itself is a bit of an enigma. Is it rock? Pop? New wave? Rockabilly punk? Like much of Billy Idol's career, the song exists somewhere in between. Idol was a shape-shifter, blurring genre lines in pursuit of bigger hooks, bigger audiences and, eventually, pop stardom.Raised near London and running with the Sex Pistols' inner circle, Idol arrived with genuine punk bona fides. But with the rise of MTV and the explosion of new wave, he refashioned himself as the bleach-blond, leather-clad rock crooner who sneered his way to the top of the charts.Join Chris Molanphy as he traces the rise, reinvention and Rock Hall canonization of an original MTV icon.Get more Hit Parade with Slate Plus! Join for bonus episodes of "The Bridge" and ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe directly from the Hit Parade show page on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/hitparadeplus to get access wherever you listen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The opening riff of “White Wedding” is instantly recognizable—a skittering, syncopated guitar line quickly swallowed by pummeling drums. But the song itself is a bit of an enigma. Is it rock? Pop? New wave? Rockabilly punk? Like much of Billy Idol's career, the song exists somewhere in between. Idol was a shape-shifter, blurring genre lines in pursuit of bigger hooks, bigger audiences and, eventually, pop stardom.Raised near London and running with the Sex Pistols' inner circle, Idol arrived with genuine punk bona fides. But with the rise of MTV and the explosion of new wave, he refashioned himself as the bleach-blond, leather-clad rock crooner who sneered his way to the top of the charts.Join Chris Molanphy as he traces the rise, reinvention and Rock Hall canonization of an original MTV icon.Get more Hit Parade with Slate Plus! Join for bonus episodes of "The Bridge" and ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe directly from the Hit Parade show page on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/hitparadeplus to get access wherever you listen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We did a deep dive into the new Social Distortion record tonight, plus we sampled the new Hillbillies in Hell comp, a great new Power Pop comp from Soul Jazz, and the new Strains LP, "Queen Death." All this and more on Manifesto 809.

This week's guest, Sal Andolina, is the BPO's hottest switch-hitter in his permanent position of clarinetist, bass clarinetist and saxophonist. He has been a full-time member of the BPO for the past 21 seasons. His association with the Orchestra began in the late '70s when he was a standout performance major at the University at Buffalo as a full-scholarship student on the clarinet. Upon completion of his degree at UB under former BPO clarinetist James Pyne, Andolina pursued advanced clarinet studies with Stanley Hasty at the Eastman School of Music in Rochester and coaching with the legendary Benny Goodman in New York City. In addition to appearing as a soloist with the BPO, Andolina has been featured with the Rochester Philharmonic, the Grand Rapids Symphony, the Fresno Philharmonic, the Arts Nova Chamber Orchestra and the North American New Music Festival. More significantly, Andolina has been featured on at least 15 studio recordings, including his prized CD: "Like Benny to Me," a tribute to Goodman. Note, this episode was originally recorded on April 9, 2026 where we talked about his association with Michael Tilson Thomas. Sadly Mr. Thomas passed away on April 22, 2026.

Lots of classic punk rock, plus brand new stuff from the Sleeveens and Venom!

Episode 807 brings you punk rock, hardcore, country, rock & roll, and more. Plus, Willie Nelson turned 93. Nedra Talley, the last living Ronette, passed away, age 80. I also sort-of resurrected an old, short-lived segment most people probably won't remember.

Happy belated birthday to Iggy Pop and a Preacher Boy digital download giveaway! We also had some power pop, punk rock, hardcore, rockabilly, rock & roll, psychobilly, folk punk, and more.

Rockabilly guitar great Darrel Higham joins us to talk about his work with Marty Wilde on the new LP Let's Rock This Place + Xena Arielle from Sister Luv returns to talk about Cliff Richard's 1967 EP “Carol Singers” and the “All My Love” single. 

Today, 25 years ago, we lost Joey Ramone. Crazy to think it's been so long! Played some Ramones and related stuff in his memory. The Fret Rattles, "As the World Falls Apart," LP pre-order went live tonight, and as of writing this post, I only have one left on Bandcamp. I played some new tracks from the album as well. I debuted the upcoming Total Massacre EP, "A Time of Whatever... ," tonight. It releases April 24th. Had a brand new single from Stevie Tombstone tonight as well, "Pictures of You." And those are just the highlights...

Big show! Happy birthday to the first Clash album. Brand new Preacher Boy hot off the presses! New Fret Rattles and news about the new album release. We also had new stuff from Taste Testors, Miscalculations, Pleasants, and Disposable Dogs. And, of course, more!

The return of Attractive Eighties Women? Or an April Fool's joke? Also, happy belated birthday to Angus Young and tons of other great music.

Rockabilly stuff, VHS tapes we didn't think we needed, busy days, mania al laughter, more cartoon horror villains and Dracula!

New singles from Dead Pioneers and Bomber, plus lots of great punk rock n roll.

RNRM801 was a proper roller coaster ride featuring punk rock, psychobilly, country, folk punk, rock & roll, hardcore and more.

Happy SXSW! Legendary Austin band, Monte Warden And The Wagoneers have just released music for the first time in almost 40 years. Songwriters, producers and Wagoneers, Monte & Brandi Warden and  Mas Palermo are my guests for episode 1551! Their new singles, "Doghouse Flowers" and "Yesterday Stopped By" are available now. Find them on Spotify or wherever you listen. We have a great conversation about the history of Monte Warden And The Wagoneers, their first releases on A&M Records in the 80's, how their flame burned bright and fast, the Rockabilly scenes of the late 70's and 80's, writing and recording new music, recording the songs live in one day with engineer Jacob Sciba at Austin's famed Arlyn Studio, how this team works like a family, playing the Grand Ole Opry, and much more. I had a great time catching with my wonderful, talented friends. I'm sure you will too. Let's get down! Monte Warden on Instagram Mas Palermo on Instagram Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, X, Facebook, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or anywhere you pod. Go to johnny-goudie.com for all things Johnny.   If you feel so inclined. Venmo: venmo.com/John-Goudie-1  Paypal: paypal.me/johnnygoudie

“Beyond the Duplex Planet” is a feature documentary about artist David Greenberger and his unconventional work with senior citizens. In 1979, fresh out of art school, Greenberger took a job as activities director at the Duplex Nursing Home in Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts. He began conducting quirky interviews with the home's senior citizens, rejecting a pat oral history approach in favor of questions that would spark engagement: “Which do you prefer – coffee or meat?” “Why do people spit?” “What do you think George Washington's voice sounded like?” and “What is embarrassment?” The result of this was The Duplex Planet, an early ‘zine, complete with excerpts from the interviews, as well as offbeat music reviews and poems, unorthodox illustrations and graphics, all by the residents themselves. Over time this material has become the basis for spoken word shows, podcasts, graphic novels and numerous albums, many of these projects featuring well-known artists. Champions and/or collaborators of Greenberger and his senior colleagues include people like magicians Penn & Teller, cartoonists Daniel Clowes and Lynda Barry, musicians Dave Alvin, Bill Frisell, Peter Buck (REM), David Hidalgo and Louie Perez (Los Lobos), artist Ed Ruscha, actors Lili Taylor and Martin Mull, and legions of other fans. Greenberger's work interviewing seniors continues to this day. Beyond the Duplex Planet explores notions of aging and its intersection with art and community. It's also a revealing look at the life of an artist devoted to documenting the elderly who is himself moving into his senior years. The film will have its world premiere at SxSW this month with a number of screenings. And it’s being distributed by Filmwax friend Jim Browne’s Argot Pictures. Beth Harrington is an Emmy-award winning independent producer, director and writer, whose fervor for American history, music and culture has led to a series of critically acclaimed films. Her independent production Welcome to the Club – The Women of Rockabilly, a music documentary about the pioneering women of rock ‘n' roll, was honored with a 2003 Grammy nomination and has been seen on public television and at film festivals in the U.S. and abroad. Beth's most recent work, The Winding Stream – The Carters, The Cashes and The Course of Country Music appeared at over 30 festivals worldwide including a SXSW premiere and has won many top festival awards. Earlier work with WGBH-Boston for the NOVA science series was honored with two national Emmy nominations while her local work with Oregon Public Broadcasting has resulted in six other regional Emmy nominations for historical and public affairs program producing and writing. A rock ‘n' roll singer and guitarist, she is most noted for her years as a member of Jonathan Richman & The Modern Lovers on Sire Records. https://youtu.be/nzgbOeFOFYk