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The Rock-N-Roll Show Podcast celebrates the magic of live music through sharing personal stories. Each week, our guests will share their stories of different shows that were memorable and meaningful to them. We’ll also have concert reviews and conversations with musicians and crew members who put on those live shows. By sharing their stories, we hope to engage you - our audience - to relive your live music memories also. So please join us every week as we explore the transformative power of live music that makes attending concerts not just entertaining, but essential. This is The Rock-N-Roll Show Podcast, where every concert tells a story.
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Send us Fan Mail This week on the Rock-N-Roll Show Podcast, I'm tackling a real challenge in my Signature Song series: what is The Rolling Stones’ signature song? With a catalog this deep, this is not a simple call. The Stones have produced swaggering riffs, generation-defining singles, stadium anthems, and songs that have become part of the culture itself. So which one stands above the rest as the track most commonly associated with the band by the general public? In this episode, I break do...
Send us Fan Mail This week on the Rock-N-Roll Show Podcast, I’m joined by Steven Gonza—singer, guitarist, and primary songwriter for Connecticut hard rock band Ink—to discuss Broken Wings, a 22-song solo album made up of material that never fit his band’s sound. These songs come from a very different place—more intimate, more melodic, and often written with a woman’s voice and piano in mind. We talk about Steve’s songwriting process, the difference between writing for Ink and writing for hims...
Send us Fan Mail I’ve been going to concerts for decades, and every now and then a show sneaks up on me and completely knocks me out — and that’s exactly what happened when I took my daughter to see Tyler Childers at Forest Hills Stadium. This week on the Rock-N-Roll Show Podcast, I review that show. Going in knowing almost nothing about his music, I came away completely won over by a 21-song set packed with great songwriting, killer musicianship, striking visuals, and a totally authentic con...
Send us Fan Mail In Episode 2 of my Signature Song series, I’m tackling the easiest calls in rock history—the No-Brainers. These are the bands where the “signature song” debate basically ends before it starts… because the general public hears the band name and instantly thinks of one track. Along the way, I revisit what a signature song really is (hint: it’s not always the most streamed song, and it’s not necessarily the “best” song), and why these four bands have signature songs that have t...
Send us Fan Mail This week on the Rock-N-Roll Show Podcast, I'm launching a new series, “Signature Songs,” exploring the single track most associated with the greatest artists in rock-n-roll. To kick off the series, I'm starting with Queen, reviewing their major hits as well as the criteria for what defines a signature song beyond simple chart success. Queen is a special problem—because they didn’t just have hits, they had cultural events. Stadium anthems, radio staples, singalongs that have ...
Send us Fan Mail This week, I've got another concert review for you. I went down to North Carolina to see one of my favorite bands, Blackberry Smoke, at the Red Hat Amphitheater in downtown Raleigh, NC. Hear all about the 21-song set, including a memorable five-song Tom Petty encore featuring the Dirty Knobs. Discover why Blackberry Smoke is considered one of the best live bands today, and don't miss out on my detailed breakdown of their performance, including standout tracks and band history...
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Rock-N-Roll Show podcast, I count down the Top 10 rock-n-roll songs that are a good fit for a celebration of life soundtrack—music that honors loss while leaving room for gratitude, memory, and hope. Through lyrical analysis and personal reflection, I explore why these songs resonate in moments of remembrance and how rock-n-roll can help us navigate grief without being overwhelmed by it. So please join me this week, on the Rock-N-Roll Show podcast!...
Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the fourth season of the Rock-N-Roll Show Podcast! In this episode, I'm reviewing an unforgettable night at Madison Square Garden where Eric Clapton performed a 16-song set. This concert featured a mix of classic blues covers and Clapton's iconic hits. Of course I get into a little context first, reflecting on Clapton's musical evolution and significant influence on rock-n-roll, and my experience with seeing him live as well. I have lots of good clips from t...
Send us Fan Mail This week, I invite multi-talented musician and producer Nick deMatteo back for a second in-depth conversation. This time, Nick discusses his recent album 'Kite to Camden' and his career pivot to becoming a songwriting coach. Tune in to learn about Nick's approach to sync licensing, his passion for songwriting, and the unique service he offers to help aspiring songwriters realize their musical visions. Whether you're an avid musician or a fan of Nick's work, or you have that ...
Send us Fan Mail This week, I deliver a special double review of Bruce Springsteen's new biopic 'Deliver Me from Nowhere' and the long-anticipated album release 'Electric Nebraska.' I dive deep into the background of the Nebraska sessions, the movie’s portrayal of Bruce's fragile creative period, and evaluate both the film and album for longtime fans and for newcomers alike. Don’t miss my insights on the new arrangements, demo tracks, and the overall impact of these releases on Springsteen's ...
Send us Fan Mail This week, I run through the 10 most impactful guitar riffs in rock history. From the legendary opening riff of Chuck Berry's Johnny B. Goode to the power-packed melody of Nirvana's Smells Like Teen Spirit, I explore how these riffs not only sound great but also evolved the genre. Join me as I dive into the primal, memorable, and era-defining guitar riffs that shook speakers and launched countless garage bands. Don't miss this electrifying episode as I trace 70 years of rock ...
Send us Fan Mail In this week's episode, I'm excited to welcome Grammy-nominated producer, musician, composer, and songwriter Fred Mollin. Fred has written a new memoir, 'Unplugged: Stories and Secrets from a Life Making Records, Scoring Films, and Working with the Legends of Music' and he'll share some of his favorite stories with you, from his experiences producing iconic hits like Dan Hill's 'Sometimes When We Touch' to his work scoring for TV series, films, and creating an incredibl...
Send us Fan Mail This week, I am reviewing the Ringo Starr & his All-Starr Band show that I saw at the Hartford Healthcare Amphitheater in Bridgeport, CT on June 12, 2025. Ringo put together a solid if not spectacular band for this year's tour, and the show was solid but not spectacular. Still, seeing a living Beatle perform his greatest hits with some of his musical pals (and disciples) was entertaining all by itself. I will go into the highs and the lows of the show, and share my insigh...
Send us Fan Mail Join me this week for an in-depth review of Lake Street Dive's recent concert at the Capitol Theater in Port Chester, New York. This episode covers the band's performance, setlist, and overall show experience - I'll provide personal insights into the band's musicianship, songcraft, and stage dynamics, while sharing video clips from the concert. Tune in for an engaging discussion, including a brief history of the band, and make sure to check out the featured playlist on Spotif...
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I share a high-energy playlist perfect for summer road trips. From classic hits like The Doobie Brothers' 'Rocking Down the Highway', to modern tracks like Bleecker's 'Highway', I share my top 10 rock songs that will keep you moving on the open road. With lively descriptions and personal anecdotes, this episode is the ultimate guide to crafting the perfect soundtrack for your summer adventures. Tune in, fill up your tank, and let's hit the highway together! ...
Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the Rock-N-Roll Show Podcast! This week I share another set of hidden gems—rock songs that should have been hits but somehow stayed under the radar. This week's list are all loud, high-energy, gritty tracks that deserve your attention, and while you might not have heard of them before, you won't be able to forget them once you do. So give these tunes a listen and let me know which songs I should include next! 00:00 Introduction to Hidden Gems 02:48 Hidden Gem #1 06...
Send us Fan Mail This week, I'm reviewing the Zac Brown Band concert at the Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, CT on April 27th, 2025. I'll share my history with the band starting back in 2015, and how their their live shows have maintained their consistency over the years. Whether you're a die-hard ZBB fan or just know their hits, I continue my efforts to share insights and clips from the show so that you’ll feel like you were there. Please join us for our review of the Zac Brown Band concert...
Send us Fan Mail In celebration of Independence Day, I'm sharing my top 10 favorite songs about or inspired by July 4th. Beyond just the celebration, these tracks encompass themes about America and American ideals, and still rock. So have a safe, happy, healthy July 4th weekend and please join me for a run-down of my favorite songs about America, this week on the Rock-N-Roll Show Podcast! Podcast Playlist here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3vamdWI01EYk4aUb5xQY6q?si=1074e862f50b4863 ...
Send us Fan Mail This week, I talk with 16-year-old guitar prodigy Devlin Jack Guttridge. Devlin shares his musical journey from picking up the violin in third grade to falling in love with the guitar thanks to his mom and Ozzy Osbourne's 'Diary of a Madman.' He discusses pivotal moments like joining the School of Rock, and moving to Miami where he started jamming with gigging bands and jumping up onstage at open mic nights. We dive deep into his influences, from Stevie Ray Vaughan to Led Zep...
Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode of The Rock-N-Roll Show Podcast, I review the unforgettable Dweezil Zappa Rox(Postroph)Y concert at New York City’s Town Hall. We got to witness a killer 26-song set celebrating the 50th anniversary of Frank Zappa’s Apostrophe and Roxy & Elsewhere albums. From “Don’t Eat the Yellow Snow” to “Muffin Man,” Dweezil’s insanely talented and delightfully weird band brought the music to life with precision, humor, and total rock-n-roll spirit. Whether you...
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