Join us as we kick off 2026 with a celebration of one of America's most electrifying party bands, The J. Geils Band! This episode dives deep into the infectious "(Ain't Nothin' But A) House Party,"…Read more
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Our special Bonus Holiday Episode for 2025 features a song that should be a Christmas staple-- a brilliant power-pop gem from Doug Powell called "God Bless Us All". Originally written for Ringo Starr's 1999 Christmas…Read more
In this episode, we welcome back author Gillian Garr to discuss her new book, "Tom Petty: The Life and Music". We'll take a look at the fascinating career of one of rock's most beloved figures.…Read more
Released in 1979, "Message in a Bottle" was the opening track on The Police's second album, Regatta de Blanc. The song features the signature sounds of the band: Sting's evocative vocals and bass, Andy Summers'…Read more
On the latest episode of our podcast, we take a fascinating journey into the world of music trends and data with Chris Dalla Riva, author of "Uncharted Territory: What Numbers Tell Us About the Biggest…Read more
When it comes to classic rock albums, few are as iconic as Machine Head by Deep Purple. Released in 1972, this album has cemented its place in rock history, not just for its groundbreaking music…Read more
Join us for our annual Halloween Spooktacular episode as we take a haunting journey through the whimsical world of Robyn Hitchcock, focusing on his classic "My Wife and My Dead Wife." With a blend of…Read more
Dive into the sonic marvel that is "For the Love of Money" by The O'Jays. Discover the intricate production, the powerful social message, and why this track remains a cornerstone of Philly soul. Don't miss this deep dive into one of the funkiest singles ever!Read more
This episode, we return to the "Creation & Evolution" theme as we trace the history of the song called "Black Betty". It's a fascinating story, from its origins as an African-American work song to its…Read more
Humble Pie is often overshadowed by bands like Led Zeppelin, Aerosmith, and Queen, but they were a considered a "supergroup" when they formed in 1969-- fronted by Steve Marriott from the Small Faces and Peter…Read more
The Plimsouls, led by guitarist/singer/songwriter Peter Case, released a couple of terrific albums in the early ‘80’s, fusing power pop, punk and R&B into their own unique blend. “A Million Miles Away” was featured in the…Read more
Many bands would be running out of ideas by their 8th album, but not Earth, Wind &Fire – many consider All ‘n All to be their best record. Freshly inspired by the varied sounds &…Read more
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