Middle Name Hercules

THE Rock and Roll Fan Theory Podcast. From two kids who've spent too much time imagining how one-off conversations between band members must have gone. Tune in every week for new tales of how the bands you might have heard of from the 60's, 70's and 80's made it big and came back down to earth.

Banned (in Boston) Songs

The BBC hates Phil Collins

03-17
49:07

Over-analyzing glam

Meagan and Hannah discuss the greatness of glam rock and spin their theoretical tires in the mud trying to figure out why it didn't come to the U.S. It was a dark and stormy night...

02-24
01:00:00

Covers: Who sang it best?

Thornton vs. Presley, Yardbirds vs. Zeppelin, Redding vs. Franklin? Devo vs. the Stones?!?! The list goes on.

02-08
01:13:39

Songs to Stalk To: Creepy Hits of the 80's

'81 was a very bad year.

12-14
57:32

ROUND 2: Stones vs. Beatles

More on the supposed rivalry between two all-time greats. Also, an aside on the pronunciation of words.

11-16
47:43

ROUND ONE: Beatles V. Stones

Have shots been fired between Macca and Jagger? Listen now for approximately half the story!

11-02
52:59

Elton John is Back

Stone cold sober as a matter of fact...

09-19
01:14:17

MIDDLE NAME HERCULES: Elton John Part 1

For the premier of Season 2, Meagan and Hannah finally discuss the namesake of the worst podcast you've ever heard.

09-11
01:05:10

FIRE: Universal Music Group

One of the largest incidents of loss in music history (in terms of music masters, not human life.)

10-03
53:53

USA! USA! USA! (Unpatriotic Songs)

Today we discuss two American anthems that aren't quite as victorious as they may sound at first. Get ready to hear about the day the music died.

07-04
48:41

Elvis has left the podcast

We're talking about the King.

06-27
01:15:00

Graceland: A Pilgrimage

Meagan and Hannah recount their visit to Graceland, the final resting place of Elvis.

06-20
49:48

The Who, Too. (The Who Part 2)

Today we conclude our overview of the Who's career. Angst abounds: body count 13.

06-08
01:11:07

The Flat: The Deaths of Cass Elliot and Keith Moon

Today we discuss two of rock and roll's most famous casualties. If you are experiencing suicidal thoughts please visit https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ or call 1-800-273-8255 (US). A list of international hotlines can be found at https://www.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlines. If you are struggling with addiction, please visit https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline or call 1-800-662-4357 (US).

05-29
35:52

Who's on First? (The Who, Part One)

It's teen angst on amphetamines (except for Roger Daltrey, the Angry Man of Rock n' Roll.)

05-22
01:05:48

Hey, Hey, LBJ... The Music of the Vietnam War

It was one of the darkest times in our collective history, and the majority of Americans had no idea of the scope of the damage done. Today we take a look at some of the songs that inspired a generation of young Americans to take to the streets in protest of the Vietnam War.

05-13
41:39

Rolling Stones Part 2: Exile

I know it's only tax evasion, but I like it. Join us as we travel through time with the Rolling Stones.

05-05
43:52

The Hit Recording Capitol of the World

From Aretha Franklin and Wilson Pickett to the Rolling Stones and Lynyrd Skynyrd, join us on a visit to the two tiny studios that launched major hits throughout the 50's, 60's and 70's. Welcome to Muscle Shoals, AL; Hit Recording Capital of the World. The Swamp-a-Thon to benefit the Muscle Shoals Music Foundation (May 4, 2021): https://www.facebook.com/events/359349372178268.

04-27
27:01

The Rolling Stones Part 1: The Several Dangers of Pool

Today we examine the Rolling Stones formation and trajectory through the sixties. Body Count: 5.

04-20
01:07:50

Con-tra-ver-sea-al: The "Like a Prayer" Music Video

Lil Nas X has caused a stir over the last few weeks when he released the "Montero (Call me By Your Name)" music video. It's not this first time people have been riled up by a 5 minute film, and it won't be the last. Today we discuss Madonna's 1989 video for "Like a Prayer," which remains one of the most controversial videos of all time. Youtube Channels referenced in this episode include: India Reacts: https://www.youtube.com/c/OhMyGoshIndia/featuredAyanna Cymone: http...

04-13
47:56

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