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Stories behind the greatest artists, albums, and songs in classic rock from authors who wrote about them and those who were there when it happened!
@bookedonrock.bsky.socialWho was the REAL Mr. Jones? đ¸
A night out in San Francisco, a flamenco guitarist, and a drummer surrounded by women inspired the '90s classic!
Author Geoff Harkness shares the story on Booked On Rock.
Full interview:
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@bookedonrock.bsky.socialNobody saw it coming! đ¸
Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Soundgarden & Alice in Chains changed rock forever.
Author Gillian G. Gaar joins me to discuss Seattle's grunge explosion and the stories behind the music.
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@bookedonrock.bsky.socialDid Scientology try to bring Beck back after âLoserâ made him famous? Author Josephine Riesman recently joined me to discuss what her research uncovered about Beck, Scientology and his estranged father.
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@bookedonrock.bsky.socialđ¸ Did the CIA write Scorpionsâ âWind of Changeâ? How did Springsteen, Nirvana & Green Day shape history?
Andrew Clarke explores *Songs That Changed the World* on Booked On Rock!
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@bookedonrock.bsky.socialWho was âMr. Jonesâ? Geoff Harkness reveals the stories behind Counting Crowsâ songs on Booked On Rock.
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@bookedonrock.bsky.socialBeck has spent more than 30 years reinventing himselfâfrom âLoserâ and Odelay to Sea Change and beyond. Author Josephine Riesman joins me to explore the music, Scientology, mythology and mystery behind Beck.
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@bookedonrock.bsky.socialInside Roger Daltreyâs Rocks in the Head sessions at Abbey Road: Don Henze recalls the powerful vocals, creative breakthroughs and business pressures behind the album.
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@bookedonrock.bsky.socialLed Zeppelinâs âBlack Dogâ helped inspire Erica Kentâs debut novel about rock, addiction & recovery in 1980s Boston.
We talk Zeppelin, John Lennon, sobriety, relapse & why getting sober doesnât mean giving up the music you love.
@bookedonrock.bsky.social987 album listens. 329 albums. 29 classic rock favorites. đ¸
Aaron Belansky puts his musical opinions to the test. Led Zeppelin rises, Pink Floyd strugglesâand old favorites sound different today.
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@bookedonrock.bsky.socialFleetwood Mac made Rumours while their relationships were falling apart. Andrea Swensson joins me to reveal how the heartbreak and tension fueled one of rockâs greatest albums.
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@bookedonrock.bsky.socialChuck Klosterman on KISS:
âThe Beatles are my favorite band to listen to, but KISS is my favorite band to think about.â
From KISS Kaskets to Kondoms and Air Guitar Strings⌠he has a point. đ
Full interview:
www.bookedonrock.com/post/chuck-k...
@bookedonrock.bsky.socialWhat if Richie Sambora joined KISS instead of Bon Jovi? đ¤Żđ¸
He actually auditioned in 1983. Mike Garam explains why Richie might have fit KISS perfectlyâand why his arrival could have caused some serious tension.
Full episode:
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@bookedonrock.bsky.socialWhat if Slash joined Poison? đ¸ Or Clapton joined The Beatles? Sambora joined KISS? Sammy Hagar never joined Van Halen?
Mike Garam explores rockâs greatest âwhat ifs.â
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@bookedonrock.bsky.socialRonnie Van Zant reportedly told his father he wouldnât live to see 30. Tragically, he died just 87 days before his 30th birthday.
Chris Salisbury discusses the haunting storyâand Lynyrd Skynyrdâs legacy.
Watch/listen: www.bookedonrock.com/post/lynyrd-...
@bookedonrock.bsky.socialIs Metallicaâs Black Album overrated? đ¤
Martin Popoff thinks soâand explains why he finds the 1991 blockbuster âa little dull.â
We debate Metallicaâs best, worst & most overrated albums.
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@bookedonrock.bsky.socialHad a great time joining Jess on Music Media Review to celebrate what would have been Freddie Mercuryâs 80th birthday! đđď¸
We talked Freddie, Queen and his incredible legacy. Thanks to Jess for having me back!
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@bookedonrock.bsky.socialPaul Weller has spent decades refusing to stand still. From The Jam and The Style Council to his ever-changing solo career, author Kevin Sedelmeier explores what keeps the Modfather moving forward.
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www.bookedonrock.com/post/paul-we...
@bookedonrock.bsky.socialđ¸ What if you woke up a rock starâbut couldnât play guitar?
Charles Harvey joins Booked On Rock to discuss Xylene X Band, a novel about identity, ambition, fame and finding the life that fits you.
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@bookedonrock.bsky.socialDoes Wingsâ London Town deserve another listen? Luca Perasi explores its boat sessions, band tensions and Paul McCartneyâs musical experiments.
Watch or listen: www.bookedonrock.com/post/paul-mc...
@bookedonrock.bsky.socialDid âBorn in the U.S.A.â reveal Bruce Springsteenâs politics?
David Starkey explains how Ronald Reaganâs embrace of the song forced Bruce to defend its real meaningâand helped change his public identity.
Watch or listen: www.bookedonrock.com/post/bruce-s...
