Best Geek Underground Podcasts (2025)

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History in Five Songs Episode 311: Covers, not grunge, killed hair metal. 37:21

1h ago37:21

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In Episode 311 of History in Five Songs with Martin Popoff, Martin argues that the real nail in hair metal's coffin wasn’t grunge, but the wave of uninspired cover songs that undermined the genre’s credibility and alienated metal purists from the very start. Quiet Riot – “Cum on Feel the Noize” Great White – “Gimme Some Lovin’” Mötley Crüe – “Smoki…

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I'm In Love With That Song Podcast : Joe Walsh - "Meadows" 29:41

8h ago29:41

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Dive into the electrifying atmosphere of live music on this episode, as we take a detour from studio recordings to explore the raw energy and spontaneous magic of live performances. This time around, we're sizing up "Meadows" by Joe Walsh, from his dynamic 1976 live album, You Can't Argue with a Sick Mind. Join us as we trace the origins of Joe Wal…

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Only Three Lads: Mike Watt (Minutemen, mssv) - Top 5 Live Versions That Blow the Studio Versions Away 1:28:31

13h ago1:28:31

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Live performances often bring an energy and spontaneity that studio recordings can't fully capture. On stage, musicians interact with the audience, infusing the song with a palpable energy and improvisational flair. The live setting can also allow for reinterpretation of arrangements—extended solos, altered tempos, or unexpected twists—that make th…

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Cobras & Fire Podcast: Suns Out Mics Out - Knuckles 1:22:26

12h ago1:22:26

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Suns Out Mics Out returns for a fifth season. Joining Bakko for this ep is old friend and former Jesus Chrysler bass player Knuckles. They talk about Y2K, Tribute Bands, advice they were give a yonger version of themselves and more. Plus a special guest joins to show to play Random Rocker. ⁠Pantheon Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Reach out to us! Rate, review, and…

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Set Lusting Bruce - Endless Summer Nights: Remembering Brian Wilson 1:05:04

12h ago1:05:04

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In this special episode of 'Set Lusting Bruce,' Jesse Jackson pays tribute to his first musical obsession, Brian Wilson, who recently passed away. Joined by fellow podcaster Maurice, they delve into their journey with Brian's music, sharing personal anecdotes and discussing the evolution of the Beach Boys. Maurice also talks about his podcast 'Love…

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The Metallica Report 97: Metallica’s Marching Band Magic & The Latest DanLoad of Unreleased Content 26:38

16h ago26:38

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The week of June 4th, 2025 on The Metallica Report… Steff & Renée discuss The Metallica Marching Band competition and hear from Virginia Tech’s Athletic Musical Director, Polly Middleton, how The Marching Virginians create their stadium-shaking interpretation of “Enter Sandman.” Then, on this week’s DanLoad, we dive deep into the world of “Shadowca…

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Perfectly Good Podcast - Long Black Electric Cadillac 28:42

17h ago28:42

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In this episode of Perfectly Good Podcast, hosts Jesse Jackson and Sylvan Groth dive into 'Long Black Electric Cadillac,' the opening track from John Hiatt's album 'Leftover Feelings' with the Jerry Douglas Band. They discuss the song's playful lyrics, its commentary on electric vehicles, and the clever wordplay Hiatt employs. They also share perso…

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My Weekly Mixtape: The Ultimate Inspirational Rock Playlist (w/ Patreon Mixtaper Brandon From VA) 1:20:23

1d ago1:20:23

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This week’s guest curator is ⁠Patreon Mixtaper⁠ Brandon From VA, and we're crafting a playlist filled with songs that are meant to lift up your spirits and / or inspire you either musically or lyrically. Be sure to visit⁠ MyWeeklyMixtape.com⁠ to hear all of the songs we discussed in this episode, and join the My Weekly Mixtape Discord Server via th…

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Imbalanced History: 5 Favorites: Songs Of Summer 38:42

1d ago38:42

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On the cusp of Summer, the guys dig into an episode of 5 Favorites, highlighting their favorite Songs Of Summer! The music and the weather work together for most of us, but sometimes a song alone can invoke the feeling... Post your 5 Favorites ⁠on our Facebook page⁠, in the ⁠comments section on Spotify⁠, or via email to: [email protected]…

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Decibel Geek Podcast - Geekwire Week of 06.16.25 - Ep629 1:19:32

2d ago1:19:32

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We're back to discuss a new batch of stories from the rock world with Geekwire! Here's what we're covering this time: Joey Allen explains how Warrant is making a helluva lot more than 32 Pennies per night. Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons to steer the ship of KISS Army Storms Vegas. Nick Jonas to become the Starchild on the silver screen. Tony Iommi s…

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Ugly American Werewolf in London: The Session Man - Nicky Hopkins Documentary Review 1:01:35

3d ago1:01:35

1:01:35

While the average rock fan may not know the name Nicky Hopkins, the average rock legend knows the name very well and most likely worked with him at some point. A classically trained pianist, Nicky Hopkins would go onto play with the greatest rock bands of all time - The Beatles, The Rollings Stones, The Who, The Kinks - and that was just the 1960s!…

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Shout It Out Loudcast: "Frankie Kazarian" 1:48:51

4d ago1:48:51

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This week Tom & Zeus welcome The King of TNA Wrestling and musician, Frankie Kazarian to discuss his KISStory, music, wrestling and so much more. Frankie Kazarian is an amazing wrestler, a musician and lover all things pop culture. The guys dive into Frankie's KISStory and his love of music, including Guns 'N Roses and Metallica. The guys have a wi…

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Metal Mayhem ROC: Peter & Sebastian Baltes: Father, Son & Heavy Metal 46:19

4d ago46:19

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A Father-Son Metal JourneyAcross Generations: Two generations. Two bassists. One passion. In thisFather’s Day exclusive, father-son bassists Peter (Accept/U.D.O./Dirkschneider)and Sebastian (Howling Giant) share a powerful story of music, family, andlegacy. From headlining the arenas of the '80s metal scene to surviving thegrind of today’s DIY tour…

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What Difference Does It Make: Father's Day Music Favorites 42:33

5d ago42:33

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We love our Dads. We wouldn't be who we are without their constant presence in our lives. Naturally, that also means we've incorporated their music into our lives. We have quite a few songs that remind us of our Dads, and we share our memories with you in our special Father's Day episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoic…

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My Rock Moment: Rock 'n' Roll, Crime and Chaos with Jake Brennan of Disgraceland Podcast 57:38

5d ago57:38

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In this episode of My Rock Moment, we sit down with Jake Brennan, the creator and voice behind the wildly popular podcast Disgraceland. Known for blending true crime and music history, Jake explores the wild, dark, and often unbelievable stories behind some of rock’s most iconic figures. We dive into the legends—and the controversies—surrounding Jo…

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VINYL RELICS PODAST - Epysode 41: "In The Beginning" by Genesis 1:17:44

6d ago1:17:44

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EPYSODE 41: "In The Beginning". Guest: Genesis bassist "Foxy" Fred Rivera. This week on The Vinyl Relics Podcast, we dive into one of the great overlooked curiosities of late-‘60s American rock: "In the Beginning" by the Los Angeles-based Genesis — not the British prog giants, but a raw, garage-psych outfit that burned bright and fast in 1968. With…

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Only Three Lads: The "5 W's" in Song - with Tracey Vath from WUT 1:19:08

6d ago1:19:08

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We're getting all investigative this week as we address songs that cover the "5 W's" - who, why, when, where...and WUT! Yes, that's right, W-U-T. Because our Third Lad this week is the utterly delightful Tracey Vath, bassist from the Vancouver indie pop trio WUT! It is an episode full of joyous laughter, the top 10 Satanic bands, and a brand new O3…

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HYPNOSIS SESSION: Misty & Mike Make Pots with Sacred Geometry, India, 1755 1:07:03

6d ago1:07:03

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summary In this episode, Angie J. Hernandez, a Certified Hypnotherapist, guides her guest Misty through a hypnosis session aimed at exploring her insecurities and uncovering insights from her past lives. The conversation delves into the benefits of hypnosis, the exploration of spiritual practices, and the journey of self-discovery. Misty shares her…

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Shout It Out Loudcast: Album Review Crew "Doggystyle" 2:36:16

7d ago2:36:16

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On the 65th Episode of the Album Review Crew of Shout It Out Loudcast, Tom, Zeus & special guest, Shout It Out Loudcast Hall of Famer, Jeff Trott review the 1993 classic Hip-Hop album by Snoop Doggy Dogg, "Doggystyle." This is ARC's first Hip-Hop album review. The debut album from Snoop Doggy Dogg was highly anticipated after Snoop's appearance on …

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Cobras & Fire Podcast: Funny In My Head 1:30:59

8d ago1:30:59

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LC has a road trip coming up. Taylor Swift has her masters back. Pete Loran... from Trixter, has some thoughts on Sebastian Bach. Kid Rock gets ICE. Tony Iommi joins a boy band. Josh Freese cements a drummer stereotype. KISS shifts into the under-promise phase of their career & more. ⁠⁠Pantheon Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Reach out to us! Rate, review, and subsc…

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Decibel Geek Podcast - Beat the Geek Week - Ep628 1:20:44

8d ago1:20:44

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We're back this time to present 3 rounds of the greatest music game show of them all with Beat the Geek Week! In this edition, the Geek (Chris) will take on challenges from Brian Murphy and Travis Perrotta. Both of these guys know their rock history. Are they up for the challenge? Will they mop the floor with Chris when it comes to nerdy rock trivi…

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My Weekly Mixtape: The Ultimate Shinedown Playlist (Barry Kerch of Shinedown Interview) 1:04:52

8d ago1:04:52

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This week, ⁠Shinedown⁠’s Barry Kerch joins me to talk about songs from all across the band’s discography, along with their two newest singles “Dance, Kid, Dance” & “Three Six Five.” We also discuss: the band’s upcoming show at Madison Square Garden, the first time Shinedown has *ever* played the historic venue; the evolution of the band’s sound ove…

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Imbalanced History: Spending Some Time With John Lodge 34:50

8d ago34:50

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John Lodge of The Moody Blues stops by for a visit on this week's episode of the podcast! His https://www.johnlodge.com/pages/tour-dates⁠https://www.johnlodge.com/pages/tour-dates⁠, and we get the lowdown on what's going on as the dates approach! John tells about other things going on, and about his future plans. He also gives insight into his prep…

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[The Marvel Super Heroes Podcast 143] Revisiting Peter David 1:12:15

9d ago1:12:15

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Note: We like our language NSFW salty, and there be spoilers here... Face Front, True Believer! Diabolu Frank & Odell Abner Dracula talk about the late, great, Writer of Stuff-- Peter David! Then we cut in with Frank's interview of David almost exactly ten years ago, including material not featured on that first Amazing Heroes Interviews podcast! N…

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Metal Mayhem ROC: Gil Moore: Inside Triumph's All-Star Tribute “Magic Power” CD 50:43

10d ago50:43

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Triumph’s Gil Moore joins Metal Mayhem ROC togo deep on Magic Power, the explosive all-star tribute album featuringrock icons like Dee Snider, Slash, Nancy Wilson, SebastianBach, Mickey Thomas, Joey Belladonna, Jeff Keith, NitaStrauss, and more. Gil shares how producer Mike Clink handpickedover 50 legends to reimagine Triumph’s biggest anthems. Bey…

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Ugly American Werewolf in London: Ritchie Blackmore's Rainbow 1:10:30

10d ago1:10:30

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Ritchie Blackmore is known as a guitar legend and as one of the more mercurial figures in rock. The Rock N Roll Hall Of Famer rose to power with Deep Purple and unleashed some of the most classic, hard rock riffs on the world, including the simple and ever-present Smoke On The Water. But Ritchie was known to be aloof, distant from his bandmates and…

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Shout It Out Loudcast: "Creatures Of The Night 40th Anniversary Super Deluxe Box Set Disc 4" 1:51:33

11d ago1:51:33

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This week Tom & Zeus break down the Creatures Of The Night 40th Anniversary Super Deluxe Box Set Disc 4, "Creatures Tour Live 82/83." The KISS album Creatures Of The Night was released in 1982 and although not a success upon its release, has become a classic KISS album and worthy of the Super Deluxe Box Treatment. Disc 4 of Box set is a live album …

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Music Buzzz Ep 120: Steve Bardwil & Joe Chiccarelli 55:50

11d ago55:50

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ABOUT STEVE BARDWIL & JOE CHICCARELLI Discussing the new full length album "Nothing But Time" by The Steve Bardwil Band. Bardwil's career has seen him in the role as lead counsel for Disney Films while Chiccarelli is an 11-time Grammy award winning producer. ABOUT THE PODCAST: Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music b…

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History in Five Songs Episode 310: Struggling with the Greatest New Wave Bands 39:01

11d ago39:01

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In Episode 310 of History in Five Songs with Martin Popoff, Martin wrestles with defining the genre and counts down his five favorite—yet genre-challengingly eclectic—new wave bands, kicking off with the Boomtown Rats and Devo in a tightly-defined 1979-focused episode. The Boomtown Rats – “Keep it Up” Devo – “Blockhead” The Police – “No Time This T…

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What Difference Does It Make: Scott McCaughey Gets His Oar On The Minus 5 48:50

12d ago48:50

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Imagine someone unfamiliar with Scott McCaughey, asking him the name of his band. It's not an easy question to answer. Over a four decade career, indie rock cult hero, Scott McCaughey, has been a member of so many bands, including R.E.M., Young Fresh Fellows, Baseball Project, Filthy Friends, and Robyn Hitchcock & The Venus 3, to name a few. But Th…

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Perfectly Good Podcast 'Living a Little, Laughing a Little' with Special Guest Dianne Davidson 1:33:28

12d ago1:33:28

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In this episode of the Perfectly Good Podcast, hosts Jesse Jackson and Sylvan discuss John Hiatt's song 'Living a Little, Laughing a Little' from the album 'Warming Up to the Ice Age.' Special guestDianne Davidson, a renowned singer-songwriter from Nashville, shares her experiences recording background vocals for Hiatt, her insights into the music …

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Set Lusting Bruce - Sean Bravakis Harmonious Tale 50:48

12d ago50:48

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Join Jesse Jackson in an engaging episode of 'Set Lusting Bruce' as he chats with Sean Bravakis, a dedicated Bruce Springsteen fan from Windsor, Connecticut. Sean shares his journey of how he discovered Bruce's music, his vast collection of bootlegs, and memorable concert experiences. They discuss the impact of music on their lives, memorable live …

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History in Five Songs Episode 309: New Wave’s Pub Rock Problem 39:09

12d ago39:09

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In Episode 309 of History in Five Songs with Martin Popoff, Martin delves into the theory that traditional, conservative pub rock diluted the innovation of New Wave, highlighting how artists like Elvis Costello, Joe Jackson, and Rockpile carried this "pub rock problem" into a genre otherwise defined by its creative and edgy origins. Elvis Costello …

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The Vinyl Relics Podcast - Epysode 40: "Bored Civilians" by Keith Cross & Peter Ross 1:06:49

13d ago1:06:49

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Epysode 40: "Bored Civilians". This week on The Vinyl Relics Podcast, we unearth a hidden gem from the early '70s — "Bored Civilians" by Keith Cross & Peter Ross. A one-off collaboration between two underground talents, this hauntingly beautiful album blends British folk, progressive rock, and melancholy songwriting in ways that still resonate toda…

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HYPNOSIS SESSION: Lawanna & Kris Resolving Grief & Self Worth, Denmark, 1600 48:49

13d ago48:49

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summary In this episode of Past Life Traveler, host Angie J. Hernandez guides her guest Lawanna through a Past Life Regression to explore feelings of unworthiness and grief. The session reveals Lawanna's past life as Kris in 1600s Denmark, where he grapples with the loss of his sister Susan. Through hypnosis, Kris confronts his feelings of helpless…

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First Concert Memories #23: Jimi Hendrix with DJ Danny Meyers 1:02:26

13d ago1:02:26

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As The Wolf & Action Jackson grew up throughout the 1980s and their taste for guitar driven rock music grew, the legend of Jimi Hendrix always loomed large. A left-handed virtuoso who blew away all the other guitar gods of his generation, Hendrix remains a legend more than 50 years after his death. When the boys created First Concert Memories to he…

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Play That Rock n' Roll: ROCKNPOD 2025: Interviews w/ BILLY SHEEHAN & BRIAN FORSYTHE 46:29

13d ago46:29

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This is the second part of Play That Rock n' Roll's coverage of ROCKNPOD 2025, and this episode features two guest interviews. The first is with bass player extraordinaire, BILLY SHEEHAN! The second is with BRIAN "DAMAGE" FORSYTHE, the lead guitarist and founding member of KIX! In the first conversation, Billy Sheehan talks about Mr. Big's final gi…

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Shout It Out Loudcast: Dorm Damage With Tom & Zeus "Legendary New York Ranger Ted Irvine" 51:08

14d ago51:08

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On the 101st Episode of Dorm Damage With Tom & Zeus we welcome legendary New York Ranger Ted Irvine to the show to talk about his amazing NHL career and share some great hockey stories. Ted Irvine is a former NHL players whose amazing career began in Boston for the Boston Bruins. Ted ended up playing for the Los Angeles Kings, the New York Rangers …

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Only Three Lads: Paisley Underground Legends The Rain Parade - Top 5 Albums of 1977 1:36:48

14d ago1:36:48

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Waaaaay back in Episode 67 (Season 2), we discussed the albums from arguably THE most crucial year of the O3L era: the year two sevens clashed, 1977. It was such a fruitful, revolutionary time in music history that it's time we revisit some of the best records from '77. Our Third Lads this week are founding members Matt Piucci (guitar/vocals) and S…

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See Hear Podcast Episode 127 - 200 Motels 1:27:45

14d ago1:27:45

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Frank Zappa is an odd duck. His massive back catalogue of albums attractsboth reverence and ambivalence from music fans. Stylistically, hecovered so much ground covering doo wop, blues, psych, jazz fusionand dissonant orchestral music. Unlike many of his rock and rollcontemporaries, he always believed in infusing a sense of humour intohis music – b…

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I'm In Love With That Song Podcast: Jackie Shane - "Any Other Way" 23:28

14d ago23:28

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Throughout the tapestry of music history, certain figures stand out not just for their talent but for their sheer courage and resilience. Count Jackie Shane among them-- a groundbreaking black trans woman who made a mark on the music scene in the 1950's and 60's. In our latest podcast episode, we delve into the life and legacy of Jackie Shane, a tr…

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Decibel Geek Podcast - Decibel Geek Times May 2025 (2nd Half) - Ep627 1:21:45

15d ago1:21:45

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Aaron Camaro returns this week to give you an extra edition of Decibel Geek Times! This week on Decibel Geek Times, we remember some of rock’s greatest legends on their deathdays — including Bob Kulick, Chris Cornell, David Wayne, Ray Manzarek, Nick Menza, Paul Gray, Bradley Nowell, Duane Allman, Roky Erickson, and Derek Frigo. Then we take a loud …

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My Weekly Mixtape Album Dive: Eric Bass Presents… “I Had A Name” (w/ Eric Bass of Shinedown) 1:16:43

15d ago1:16:43

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This week, ⁠Shinedown⁠’s ⁠Eric Bass⁠ joins me to take a deep dive into his debut solo concept album “I Had A Name;” the graphic novel that he’s working on alongside of the release; & the stories behind album tracks such as “Mind Control,” “Goodnight Goodnight,” “Azalia” & so much more! And, of course we found some time to talk a little Shinedown as…

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Imbalanced History: Down In Monterey 46:54

15d ago46:54

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A lot of things started at 1967's Monterey Pop Festival; the era of the multi-day festival, people finding ways to "survive" three days together for music's sake, and, maybe most importantly, it launched The Summer Of Love! Growing beyond its initial scope, taking on its own life energy, to the chagrin of at least one of the originators! (Find out …

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Prisoners of Rock and Roll -- The FBI's Greatest Hits: Musicians Under Surveillance 1:32:44

15d ago1:32:44

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In this episode of Prisoners of Rock and Roll, we’re looking at the clash between music and The Man diving into times when the FBI investigated musicians. In 1956, J. Edgar Hoover’s FBI created a covert and legally questionable program called COINTELPRO with the goal of disrupting groups that the Feds considered to be subversive – communists, black…

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Set Lusting Bruce - Fan Stories and Musical Treasures: Jon Alba Talks Springsteen 59:13

16d ago59:13

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Deep Dive with John Alba: Bruce Springsteen's Legacy and Anticipations In this episode of Setlusting Bruce, host Jesse Jackson welcomes recurring guest Jon Alba to discuss their love for Bruce Springsteen, share concert experiences, and delve deep into the recently announced Bruce Springsteen box set. They reflect on unforgettable shows like the 'S…

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Dark Horse Presents Aliens: Apocalypse (1999) 1:47:52

16d ago1:47:52

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THE FOLLOWING PODCAST HAS BEEN APPROVED FORGENERAL AUDIENCESBY THE COMIC BOOK ADAPTATION ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA, INC. Crew Log: Dell Dracula Aliens: Apocalypse – The Destroying Angels #1 (1999) 00:00:54 The Black Hole (1980) 00:13:02 “Once in a Lifetime” by Amara/Schultz/Leonardi/Wiacek 00:20:17 Aliens: Apocalypse #2 written by Mark Schultz 00:31:1…

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Cobrorigins Ep 3: LC & Bakko Unleashed 2:01:53

16d ago2:01:53

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3,2,1...GO! We are celebrating 10 Years of the Snake! Here's another featured " Coborigin Story". For the 100th episode Loose and Bakko get personal about key moments in their life that made them extremely passionate about music and led them to start a podcast. It’s a perfect mix of tragedy, ego, porterhouse tossing, drugs, family issues, boners, 1…

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Ugly American Werewolf in London: Fleetwood Mac (1975) 1:23:52

17d ago1:23:52

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By 1975, Fleetwood Mac had already had many iterations and lineups. Started by veterans of John Mayall's Bluesbreakers, early Fleetwood Mac were a blues based band with limited success on the US Billboard chart. By 1975, they had lost their main singer, lead guitarist and main songwriter in Bob Welch and remaining members Christine McVie, John McVi…

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Shout It Out Loudcast: "Eddie Trunk V & Favorite KISS Songs From Non-Makeup Albums" 3:01:44

18d ago3:01:44

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This week Tom & Zeus welcome back Shout It Out Loudcast Hall Of Famer, the host of Trunk Nation on SiriusXM, the Eddie Trunk Podcast, That Metal Show, the one and only Eddie Trunk.The guys each list their favorite song from KISS' non-make up albums. But before they do that they discuss a wide range of KISS topics, including the current Gene Simmons…

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