Best Rock N Roll Autopsy Podcasts (2025)

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Did Yngwie Malmsteen’s Far Beyond the Sun Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 177 51:39

8h ago51:39

51:39

The boys wear puffy shirts with commanding confidence, develop superhuman chops with Paganini pomposity, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Yngwie Malmsteen’s neoclassical shredfest, “Far Beyond the Sun.” News items and digressions include scalloped potatoes and Metallica’s deluxe Load box set.…

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Did Rock-n-Roll Autopsy Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 176 44:14

8d ago44:14

44:14

The boys revisit a regrettable return, quote Sling Blade when a coherent response can’t be made, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of their own first episode, “Love Gun.” News items and digressions include long distance t-shirt delivery and self-deprecating reevaluation.…

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Did Stevie Nick’s Edge of Seventeen Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 175 57:32

15d ago57:32

57:32

The boys marry many boomer icons, are surprised to learn the one-winged dove is really white, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Stevie Nicks’s solo hit, “Edge of Seventeen.” News items and digressions include Alex Lifeson’s Envy of None, the Zapruder film, and food poisoning.…

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Did Peter Criss’ ‘78 Solo Album Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 174 42:00

22d ago42:00

42:00

The boys peel off their filthy lab coats, put down their timeworn scalpels, and take a break from their usual autopsy table shenanigans to review Peter Criss’ infamous ‘78 solo album. It’s episode one of a four-part deep-dive into KISS’ unprecedented simultaneous solo releases.

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Did Radiohead’s Paranoid Android Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 173 49:27

29d ago49:27

49:27

The boys throw a coke-fueled tantrum with Gucci accessories, create prescient late century sci-fi soundscapes, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Radiohead’s art-rock masterpiece, “Paranoid Android.” News items and digressions include a Sex Pistols tour and modern day melancholy.…

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Did Creedence Clearwater Revival’s Up Around the Bend Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 172 1:00:23

1M ago1:00:23

1:00:23

The boys predictably back out of rock retirement, make a run to the border to avoid draft orders, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Creedence Clearwater Revival’s escapist hit, “Up Around the Bend.” News items and digressions include childhood bowl cuts and swampy nether regions.…

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Did Songs That Don’t Suck Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 171 44:09

1M ago44:09

44:09

The boys polish their played-out playlists and suffer through hours of monotonous mediocrity as an act of musical martyrdom with Mark from the podcast, “Songs That Don’t Suck.”

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Did Pentagram’s The Ghoul Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 170 1:00:17

2M ago1:00:17

1:00:17

The boys go viral with intense, bug-eyed stage presence, star in their own problematic redemption story, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Pentagram’s unlikely TikTok hit, “The Ghoul.” News items and digressions include a Dream Theater concert review and waffles vs pancakes.…

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Did U2’s Discothèque Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 169 53:21

2M ago53:21

53:21

The boys abandon a pretentious past for bubble gum panache, blindly jump the shark at the PopMart, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of U2’s 1997 dance club rocker, “Discothèque.” News items and digressions include new Ghost and flatulent dogs.

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Did Bruce Springsteen’s Youngstown Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 168 54:56

2M ago54:56

54:56

The boys build a blast furnace then betray the American dream, make ham-fisted metaphors about hellish factory labor, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Bruce Springsteen’s 1995 working-class lament, “Youngstown.” News items and digressions include Andrew Watt, The Rolling Stones, and elderly Grammy recognition.…

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Did Sam Kinison’s Wild Thing Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 167 49:47

2M ago49:47

49:47

The boys became icons of 1980’s overindulgence, turn tired relationship tropes into transgressive comedy, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Sam Kinison’s 1988 Grammy nominated romp, “Wild Thing.” News items and digressions include Sharon Osbourne and televangelism.

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Did Halestorm’s American Boys Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 166 52:37

3M ago52:37

52:37

The boys turn heads in tight Levi’s, objectify dudes listening to Metallica tunes, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Halestorm’s 2012 breakthrough album deep cut, “American Boys.” News items and digressions include a Rico review of Parasomnia by Dream Theater.

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Did Sheryl Crow’s All I Wanna Do Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 165 54:12

3M ago54:12

54:12

The boys enjoy cold parking lot meatloaf, make a virtue out of lonely day drinking, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Sheryl Crow’s 1993 breakthrough hit, “All I Wanna Do.” News items and digressions include a metaphorical breakdown of the evolution of jazz and a lame attempt to redefine fun.…

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Did Greta Van Fleet’s Highway Tune Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 164 52:01

3M ago52:01

52:01

The boys establish pack dominance with fiery flatulence, write an out of the gate Grammy getter, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Greta Van Fleet’s 2017 blues rock hit, “Highway Tune.” News items and digressions include mislabeled hair bands and backside pyrotechnics.…

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Did Marcy Playground’s Sex and Candy Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 163 54:00

3M ago54:00

54:00

The boys eat Arby’s while making babies, find one-hit success in the wake of Nirvana’s absence, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Marcy Playground’s 1997 post-grunge hit, “Sex and Candy.” News items and digressions include Nita Strauss, heavy metal gatekeeping, and 9 1/2 Weeks.…

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Did Duran Duran’s Hungry Like the Wolf Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 162 52:32

4M ago52:32

52:32

The boys experience Beatle-mania in the MTV era, exhibit animalistic tendencies while embracing new technologies, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Duran Duran’s 1982 disco-rock hit, “Hungry Like the Wolf.” News items and digressions include Randy Rhoads vs Zakk Wylde and mixed drink recipes.…

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Did Night Ranger’s Sister Christian Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 161 56:14

4M ago56:14

56:14

The boys watch Boogie Nights with Mister Right, suffer sibling surveillance from puritanical percussionists, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Night Ranger’s 1984 proto-power ballad, “Sister Christian.” News items and digressions include Jay Z and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.…

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The Poddys/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 160 34:46

4M ago34:46

34:46

The boys bust out their tuxedo t-shirts, engage in nauseating self-congratulatory navel-gazing, and hand out Poddy awards for the best and worst episodes of 2024. Digressions include embarrassing Uncle Willie and attention diverting steam-powered pleasure devices.

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40 of Some of the Best Guitar Riffs of All Time: Part 2/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 159 46:14

4M ago46:14

46:14

The boys review a recent ranking of 40 of some of the best guitar riffs of all time. Digressions include PC defragging, disappointing live Led Zeppelin, and Nirvana’s lasting legacy.

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40 of Some of the Best Guitar Riffs of All Time: Part 1/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 158 39:47

4M ago39:47

39:47

The boys review a recent ranking of 40 of some of the best guitar riffs of all time. Digressions include gratuitous riff belching, spirited riff vs lick debate, and the mainstream benefits of big dumb riffs.

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Did KISS’ Black Diamond Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 157 51:15

5M ago51:15

51:15

The boys retire with respect, create a Catman classic about call girls, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of KISS’ 1974 epic rocker, “Black Diamond.” News items and digressions include Nicko McBrain’s sudden retirement from Iron Maiden.

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Did Toto’s Africa Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 156 51:17

5M ago51:17

51:17

The boys struggle with fidelity on the Serengeti, quit coffee to help the hungry, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Toto’s 1982 yacht rock classic, “Africa.” News items and digressions include Stewart Copeland, big four 90s guitarists, and 80s efforts to fight famine. Featuring Mark from the Songs That Don’t Suck …

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Did ZZ Top’s Waitin’ for the Bus Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 155 53:36

5M ago53:36

53:36

The boys carelessly continue to create content, people watch on public transportation, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of ZZ Top’s 1973 two-fer, “Waitin’ for the Bus” and “Jesus Just Left Chicago.” News items and digressions include Bono, Brian Eno, and Courtney Love.…

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Did The Dead Milkmen’s Watching Scotty Die Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 154 52:32

5M ago52:32

52:32

The boys piggyback a legacy by booking a residency, play somewhat political punk to parody pollution, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of The Dead Milkmen’s 1987 bizarre ballad, “Watching Scotty Die.” News items and digressions include Fleetwood Mac, Hollywood hotties, and Sammy Hagar.…

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Did Funkadelic’s Maggot Brain Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 153 1:00:47

6M ago1:00:47

1:00:47

The boys open doors by dropping acid, channel Hendrix through Eddie Hazel, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Funkadelic’s 1971 psychedelic opus, “Maggot Brain.” News items and digressions include MGK, Megan Fox, and Rick Rubin’s controversial production methodology.…

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Did Steely Dan’s Peg Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 152 1:02:56

6M ago1:02:56

1:02:56

The boys find fault with feelings, set sail on a steam powered yacht, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Steely Dan’s 1977 art pop hit, “Peg.” News items and digressions include lexical diversity and Tony Iommi’s “Monkey.”

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Did Nine Inch Nails’ Head Like a Hole Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 151 1:11:00

6M ago1:11:00

1:11:00

The boys reflect on Godly greed with Gordon Gekko, get angry in a hurry with janitorial studio time, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Nine Inch Nails’ 1989 industrial hit, “Head Like a Hole.” Includes panel discussion and review of the complete eight part “Did Cleveland Kill Rock ‘n Roll?” series.…

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Did Lost Souls’ Childhood Died Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 150 1:06:34

6M ago1:06:34

1:06:34

The boys recap the Rock Hall, lament The Last Jedi’s listless Luke, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Lost Souls’ 2023 single “Childhood Died.” News items and digressions include Star Wars, Optimus Prime, and letting go.

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Did The Runaways’ Cherry Bomb Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 149 1:04:32

7M ago1:04:32

1:04:32

The boys debate who can carry on when key components can’t, watch assembled adolescents cha-cha-challenge Mom and Dad, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of The Runaways’ 1976 groundbreaking single, “Cherry Bomb.” News items and digressions include the pros and cons of bands continuing on and Metallica making mistakes…

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Did ZZ Top’s Legs Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 148 1:09:41

7M ago1:09:41

1:09:41

The boys nerd out over Night Terrors, write leggy lyrics with synth-pop samples, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of ZZ Top’s 1984 MTV hit, “Legs.” News items and digressions include Dream Theater’s new single and the worst albums ever.

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Did The Police’s Roxanne Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 147 59:42

7M ago59:42

59:42

The boys enthusiastically give Oasis the adoration that they deserve, work a side hustle on Howard St., and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of The Police’s 1978 reggae rocker, “Roxanne.” News items and digressions include Oasis’s decision to decline dynamic tickets and iconic rock ‘n roll hairdos.…

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Did Machine Gun Kelly’s Bloody Valentine Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 146 1:01:59

7M ago1:01:59

1:01:59

The boys get testy over local terminology, shed rap roots for a punky pivot, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Machine Gun Kelly’s 2020 crossover bid, “Bloody Valentine.” News items and digressions include owning a personal piece of MGK history, LeBron’s effect on regional insecurity, and secretive 90s hip hop fan…

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Did Phil Collins’ In the Air Tonight Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 145 1:01:47

8M ago1:01:47

1:01:47

The boys spend old age fighting on stage, lament being single while going solo, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Phil Collins’ 1980 synth-pop hit, “In the Air Tonight.” News items and digressions include REO Speedwagon, Jane’s Addiction, Iron Maiden, and an asteroid induced end to civilization.…

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Did Meat Loaf’s Paradise by the Dashboard Light Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 144 1:01:20

8M ago1:01:20

1:01:20

The boys get called out at home while trying to score, choose Born to Run as a template for Bat Out of Hell, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Meat Loaf’s 1976 classic, “Paradise by the Dashboard Light.” News items and digressions include Prince’s premeditated playing, overplayed 70s bands, and thinking about meat…

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Did Rush’s Tom Sawyer Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 143 1:08:35

8M ago1:08:35

1:08:35

The boys debate the importance of making records with new members, embrace wide-eyed individualism with breakthrough commercialism, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Rush’s 1981 classic, “Tom Sawyer.” News items and digressions include bands continuing on after death and dynamic ticket pricing.…

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Did Eddie Murphy’s Party All the Time Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 142 1:04:14

8M ago1:04:14

1:04:14

The boys incur unpaid debt from Richard Pryor, manufacture pop stardom with credible friends, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Eddie Murphy’s 1985 career crossover hit, “Party All the Time.” News items and digressions include the Oasis reunion, 80s playground bullying, and heavy metal nerdiness.…

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Iron Maiden Album by Album interview w/Martin Popoff/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 141 49:59

8M ago49:59

49:59

The boys (minus one) welcome wise music swami and prolific author extraordinaire, Martin Popoff into the lab to discuss his latest Iron Maiden Album by Album hardcover book. News items and digressions include Rock and Roll Hall of Fame elitism, the pros and cons of heavy metal branding, and a Johnny Rotten-less Sex Pistols reunion.…

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Circle of Black Deth featuring Danzig/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 140 48:08

9M ago48:08

48:08

With scalpel in hand, our fearless host attempts to re-engage in rock n’ roll reanimation, reassess three underwhelming Danzig albums — “Circle of Snakes”, “Deth Red Sabaoth”, and “Black Laden Crown” — and reconfigure the remaining pieces into one cohesive kick-ass slab of post-Rubin Danzig.

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Did Midnight’s Szex Witchery Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 139 59:11

9M ago59:11

59:11

The boys get weepy when young locals play thrash, wear black hoods while adopting evil aliases, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Midnight’s 2022 slice of black metal sleaze, “Szex Witchery.” News items and digressions include Cleveland’s local metal scene, illegible death metal logos, and unintentional laughter i…

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Did Billy Joel’s We Didn't Start the Fire Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 138 1:05:35

9M ago1:05:35

1:05:35

The boys practice satanism for publicity, abandon melody for lyrical redundancy, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Billy Joel’s 1989 historical harangue, “We Didn't Start the Fire.” News items and digressions include Gojira’s satanic Olympic opening, top five heavy metal moments, and cyclical generational archetyp…

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The Beat-Off: Super-Mega Drummer Tournament Bracket/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 137 1:10:25

9M ago1:10:25

1:10:25

The boys break format with a co-host on break, beat-off with a basketball-style bracket, and produce the most professorial percussive podcast in rock ‘n roll history. Featuring Mike Portnoy, Nicko McBrain, Danny Carey, Stewart Copeland, Taylor Hawkins, & Dave Grohl.

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Did Foreigner’s Juke Box Hero Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 136 56:12

10M ago56:12

56:12

The boys use an auctioneer to telegraph their intentions, sing at the edge of their ability about coin operated machinery, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Foreigner’s 1981 classic rock mainstay, “Juke Box Hero.” News items and digressions include EVH posthumous tribute plausibility, dream band legitimacy, and th…

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Rock ‘n Roll Trivia Night/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 135 46:33

10M ago46:33

46:33

The boys play rock ‘n roll trivia, put co-host credibility on the line, and risk being exposed as podcast frauds or celebrated as professorial pros. Digressions include ham cubes, appropriated double bass, and late-night radio vibes.

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Did The Black Keys’ Gold on the Ceiling Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 134 1:00:57

10M ago1:00:57

1:00:57

The boys trash hotel rooms at Swingos, play low-fi frequently licensed garage rock in the basements of Akron, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of The Black Keys’ 2012 NCAA Men’s Basketball anthem, “Gold on the Ceiling.” News items and digressions include Cleveland Municipal Stadium backstage memories, the optics of …

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A Tribute to Kiss Tributes featuring Mr. Speed and Kiss My Ass/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 133 46:52

10M ago46:52

46:52

The boys reenlist in the Kiss Army for a night of outdoor rock ‘n roll, spandex, collapsible chairs, and reverent showmanship with veteran tribute pros, Mr. Speed. In addition, our intrepid Kiss fanboys revisit the mid-90s post-grunge tribute album, “Kiss My Ass: Classic Kiss Regrooved.”

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Did Bryan Adams’ Summer of '69 Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 132 54:35

11M ago54:35

54:35

The boys lament the loss of Ace Frehley YouTube shopping shorts, wax nostalgic about summertime oral inversions, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Bryan Adams' 1985 pop rock hit, “Summer of '69.” News items and digressions include Ace Frehley’s relationship woes, Metallica set list talent tests, ham-fisted double …

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Did 'Til Tuesday’s Voices Carry Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 131 54:30

11M ago54:30

54:30

The boys dunk hot dogs in tears for competitive advantage, dominate MTV with haunting feminism, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of 'Til Tuesday’s 1985 new wave hit, “Voices Carry.” News items and digressions include Joey Chestnut, hot dogs, the birth of heavy metal, time travel, and Roger Daltrey.…

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Did Aerosmith’s Big Ten Inch Record Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 130 58:00

11M ago58:00

58:00

The boys are annoyed by redundant rock riffage, inappropriately laugh at long-player puns, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Aerosmith’s 1975 double entendre ditty, “Big Ten Inch Record.” News items and digressions include bat biting, ear fatigue, Sunday papers, and Babymetal.…

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Did the Michael Stanley Band’s He Can’t Love You Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 129 1:36:58

11M ago1:36:58

1:36:58

The boys interview radio royalty, media historian, and early Rush champion, Dr. Donna Halper about her experience as a key contributor to the glory days of Cleveland’s pioneering rock radio giant, WMMS. In addition, the boys continue their quest to determine if Cleveland killed rock ‘n roll by using the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on th…

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Did Soundgarden’s Jesus Christ Pose Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 128 52:44

11M ago52:44

52:44

The boys are impressed by non-boomer blues, strike a perfunctory pose as half-hearted martyrs, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Soundgarden’s 1991 genre defining classic, “Jesus Christ Pose.” News items and digressions include Slash’s Orgy of the Damned and social media clickbait.…

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