Jimmy Page

Christy Alexander Hallberg recently published her novel Searching for Jimmy Page and we asked her to come on to discuss her book. She talked to us about her literary influences, favorite music memories and her writing process. We also have an in-depth discussion of some of the major characters and themes in Searching for Jimmy Page. If you haven't read it yet, it's a spectacular debut novel and we can't wait to read more of Christy's work in the near future. You can buy a copy of Christy's book on her website which includes links to major retailers such as Amazon, Barnes &amp; Noble and Indiebound.

Christy Alexander Hallberg recently published her novel Searching for Jimmy Page and we asked her to come on to discuss her book. She talked to us about her literary influences, favorite music memories and her writing process. We also have an in-depth discussion of some of the major characters and themes in Searching for Jimmy Page. If you haven't read it yet, it's a spectacular debut novel and we can't wait to read more of Christy's work in the near future. You can buy a copy of Christy's book on her <a href="https://www.christyalexanderhallberg.com/searchingforjimmypage" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">website</a> which includes links to major retailers such as Amazon, Barnes &amp; Noble and Indiebound.

Interview with Christy Alexander Hallberg (Searching for Jimmy Page)

Lloyd Price

Courtney E. Smith (host of the Songs in the Key of Death podcast) joins us to discuss the life and career of the legendary R&amp;B singer Lloyd Price. Topics discussed include Lloyd's earliest success as a musician, starting an independent music label in the 1950s, his many business ventures outside the music industry, his induction into the Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame in 1998 and the recent stage musical based on his life and music. After listening to this episode, you'll gain a  new appreciation for this trailblazing icon of early rock and roll.

Courtney E. Smith (host of the <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/songs-in-the-key-of-death/id1568368613" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Songs in the Key of Death</a> podcast) joins us to discuss the life and career of the legendary R&amp;B singer Lloyd Price. Topics discussed include Lloyd's earliest success as a musician, starting an independent music label in the 1950s, his many business ventures outside the music industry, his induction into the Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame in 1998 and the recent stage musical based on his life and music. After listening to this episode, you'll gain a  new appreciation for this trailblazing icon of early rock and roll.

Dave Matthews

Michael Bagford and Carrie Scott join us to discuss the career and legacy of the Dave Matthews Band, one of the most popular rock bands of the last three decades. Topics discussed include the band's formation in Charlottesville, Virginia, their status as an iconic live act, Matthews' role at Farm Aid and their 2020 Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame nomination. There's so much to say about this band!

Michael Bagford and Carrie Scott join us to discuss the career and legacy of the Dave Matthews Band, one of the most popular rock bands of the last three decades. Topics discussed include the band's formation in Charlottesville, Virginia, their status as an iconic live act, Matthews' role at Farm Aid and their 2020 Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame nomination. There's so much to say about this band!

Dave Matthews Band

On this very special episode, we have 5(!) returning guests - Mark Lempke, Tom Lane, Michelle Bourg, Greg Peurach and David Schnelwar- joining us to give their reactions to the Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame's Class of 2022 inductees. We discuss each of the 14 inductees for this year's class and also which artists will likely be considered for next year's ballot. 

On this very special episode, we have 5(!) returning guests - Mark Lempke, Tom Lane, Michelle Bourg, Greg Peurach and David Schnelwar- joining us to give their reactions to the Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame's Class of 2022 inductees. We discuss each of the 14 inductees for this year's class and also which artists will likely be considered for next year's ballot.

Reacting to the Rock Hall's Class of 2022 Inductees

Josh Fitzgerald (Movies That Rock: The Podcast), Lisa Solak and John Mutford all return to the show to discuss the life and career of Kate Bush, one of the most important and influential artists of the last half-century. Topics discussed include Pink Floyd's David Gilmour "discovering" her while she was still a teenager, her unique approach to songwriting, her groundbreaking music videos and her current Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame nomination. You will be "wowed" after listening to this insightful and often hilarious episode.

Josh Fitzgerald (<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/movies-that-rock-the-podcast/id1414590789" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Movies That Rock: The Podcast</a>), Lisa Solak and John Mutford all return to the show to discuss the life and career of Kate Bush, one of the most important and influential artists of the last half-century. Topics discussed include Pink Floyd's David Gilmour "discovering" her while she was still a teenager, her unique approach to songwriting, her groundbreaking music videos and her current Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame nomination. You will be "wowed" after listening to this insightful and often hilarious episode.

Kate Bush

Pat Francis (Rock Solid) comes on the show to discuss the legendary new wave duo Eurythmics. Topics discussed include the duo's formation, their iconic music videos, their side projects and solo careers and their recent Rock Hall nomination. We wouldn't lie to you....so you gotta listen to this episode!

Pat Francis (<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rock-solid/id450705818" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Rock Solid</a>) comes on the show to discuss the legendary new wave duo Eurythmics. Topics discussed include the duo's formation, their iconic music videos, their side projects and solo careers and their recent Rock Hall nomination. We wouldn't lie to you....so you gotta listen to this episode!

Eurythmics

Carly Simon

Blogger Michelle Bourg and researcher Jonathan Raymond come on the show to discuss the life, career and legacy of Carly Simon. Topics discussed include Simon's troubled early life, her iconic song "You're So Vain," her many contributions to various film and television productions over the years, our favorite songs from her legendary catalogue and Simon's recent nomination for induction into the Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame.  Just like the title of one of Simon's greatest songs, the right thing to do is....to listen to this episode!

Blogger Michelle Bourg and researcher Jonathan Raymond come on the show to discuss the life, career and legacy of Carly Simon. Topics discussed include Simon's troubled early life, her iconic song "You're So Vain," her many contributions to various film and television productions over the years, our favorite songs from her legendary catalogue and Simon's recent nomination for induction into the Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame.  Just like the title of one of Simon's greatest songs, the right thing to do is....to listen to this episode!

Darren Hines and Peter Waters return to discuss the nominees in the music categories at this year's Academy Awards. We analyze each nominated song and score, give our personal rankings, our predictions on who will win and cap it off with great works that were snubbed.

Darren Hines and Peter Waters return to discuss the nominees in the music categories at this year's Academy Awards. We analyze each nominated song and score, give our personal rankings, our predictions on who will win and cap it off with great works that were snubbed.

2022 Oscar Nominees in the Music Categories

Music industry veteran Mark Satlof joins us to discuss the legendary Detroit rock band MC5 who are nominated again for induction into the Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame this year. Topics discussed included Mark meeting Wayne Kramer in the 1980s, the band's political and social activism, their iconic debut album Kick Out the Jams (1969) and their impact on latter-day hard rock, metal and punk bands. Yes, we're looking at you....because you need to listen to this episode!!!!

Music industry veteran Mark Satlof joins us to discuss the legendary Detroit rock band MC5 who are nominated again for induction into the Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame this year. Topics discussed included Mark meeting Wayne Kramer in the 1980s, the band's political and social activism, their iconic debut album Kick Out the Jams (1969) and their impact on latter-day hard rock, metal and punk bands. Yes, we're looking at you....because you need to listen to this episode!!!!

Emmy-winning graphics operator David Festini comes on to discuss the vastly underrated classic rock band Foreigner. Topics discussed include the band's' formation, the often-strained partnership between Mick Jones and Lou Gramm, their greatest songs and why they should be inducted into the Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame. Listen to this episode because it's urgent!!!!!

Emmy-winning graphics operator David Festini comes on to discuss the vastly underrated classic rock band Foreigner. Topics discussed include the band's' formation, the often-strained partnership between Mick Jones and Lou Gramm, their greatest songs and why they should be inducted into the Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame. Listen to this episode because it's urgent!!!!!

Foreigner

The best conversations about music are with those who discuss their favorite artists and why they matter to them. “Rock in Retrospect,” a biweekly podcast with new episodes airing on Wednesdays, is hosted by Nick Bambach who is joined by a special guest who selects an artist they both admire. We then take a deep dive on the artist’s life, career, and impact on popular music. If you enjoy stimulating discussions about music history in a laid-back environment, then this is the podcast for you!

Author David Cantwell (The Running Kind: Listening to Merle Haggard) and music critic Tom Lane (Tom Lane's Music Blog) come on to talk about country music's place in the Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame. Topics discussed include the difference between the Country Music Hall of Fame and the Rock Hall, the 13 people inducted into both institutions, the significance of Dolly Parton's recent Rock Hall nomination and which country artists might be considered soon. 

Author David Cantwell (<a href="https://utpress.utexas.edu/books/cantwell-running-kind" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Running Kind: Listening to Merle Haggard</a>) and music critic Tom Lane (<a href="http://tomlanesblog.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tom Lane's Music Blog</a>) come on to talk about country music's place in the Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame. Topics discussed include the difference between the Country Music Hall of Fame and the Rock Hall, the 13 people inducted into both institutions, the significance of Dolly Parton's recent Rock Hall nomination and which country artists might be considered soon.

Country Music in the Rock Hall

Josh Fitzgerald (Movies That Rock: The Post) and John Mutford come on to discuss The Tragically Hip, one of Canada's most beloved rock bands. Topics discussed include the band's formation and earliest recordings, their popularity in certain regions of the U.S., their social activism, our favorite Hip songs and their final concert in 2016. Hopefully we don't have to twist your arm to listen to this episode!

Josh Fitzgerald (<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/movies-that-rock-the-podcast/id1414590789" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Movies That Rock: The Post</a>) and John Mutford come on to discuss The Tragically Hip, one of Canada's most beloved rock bands. Topics discussed include the band's formation and earliest recordings, their popularity in certain regions of the U.S., their social activism, our favorite Hip songs and their final concert in 2016. Hopefully we don't have to twist your arm to listen to this episode!

The Tragically Hip

Mark Lempke (The Also-Rans) returns to the show to discuss our thoughts on the Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame's official Class of 2022 ballot...on the day they were announced! We provide an in-depth analysis of each artist on this year's ballot and their chances for induction.

Mark Lempke (<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-also-rans/id1576459760" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Also-Rans</a>) returns to the show to discuss our thoughts on the Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame's official Class of 2022 ballot...on the day they were announced! We provide an in-depth analysis of each artist on this year's ballot and their chances for induction.

Reflecting on the Rock Hall's Class of 2022 Nominees

Sheryl Crow

Music journalist David Schnelwar comes on the show to discuss the life and career of singer-songwriter Sheryl Crow. Topics discussed include Crow's time as a backup singer (for the likes of Michael Jackson, Don Henley and Jimmy Buffett), her collaborations with other musicians, her political and social activism and which of her songs have been featured in movies and television series over the years. A change might do you good, but only after listening to this insightful conversation.

Music journalist David Schnelwar comes on the show to discuss the life and career of singer-songwriter Sheryl Crow. Topics discussed include Crow's time as a backup singer (for the likes of Michael Jackson, Don Henley and Jimmy Buffett), her collaborations with other musicians, her political and social activism and which of her songs have been featured in movies and television series over the years. A change might do you good, but only after listening to this insightful conversation.

In a roundtable discussion of Nick's recently-revised rankings of his Top 100 Rock Hall Prospects Project (aka Top Rock Hall Snubs), he is joined by 4 guests who are incredibly knowledgeable of all things Rock Hall:  Joe Kwaczala (Who Cares About the Rock Hall?) , Mark Lempke (The Also-Rans), Tom Lane (Tom Lane's Music Blog) and Troy Smith (CLE Rocks). While we focus primarily on the artists added and removed from the original list, we also discuss a wide number of issues related to the Rock Hall. It's a thought-provoking and often-hilarious discussion that allows us to critically think about the future of the Rock Hall and the direction they are likely heading. And with the 2022 nominations quickly approaching, there's no better time to think about the upcoming class than right now.Here is the link to Nick's updated rankings of the project on his website. Please refer to this list while you are listening to this episode.

In a roundtable discussion of Nick's recently-revised rankings of his Top 100 Rock Hall Prospects Project (aka Top Rock Hall Snubs), he is joined by 4 guests who are incredibly knowledgeable of all things Rock Hall:  Joe Kwaczala (<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/who-cares-about-the-rock-hall/id1372323455" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Who Cares About the Rock Hall?</a>) , Mark Lempke (<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-also-rans/id1576459760" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Also-Rans</a>), Tom Lane (<a href="http://tomlanesblog.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tom Lane's Music Blog</a>) and Troy Smith (<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cle-rocks/id1532814558" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CLE Rocks</a>). While we focus primarily on the artists added and removed from the original list, we also discuss a wide number of issues related to the Rock Hall. It's a thought-provoking and often-hilarious discussion that allows us to critically think about the future of the Rock Hall and the direction they are likely heading. And with the 2022 nominations quickly approaching, there's no better time to think about the upcoming class than right now. Here is the <a href="https://www.audiovisualrepository.com/blog/2022/1/9/rockhallprospectsproject2022update" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">link </a>to Nick's updated rankings of the project on his website. Please refer to this list while you are listening to this episode.

The Rock Hall Prospects Project: 2022 Update

Cyndi Lauper

On our season two premiere, we talk to the Induct Cyndi Lauper team (Joe, Colin and Bay) about their ongoing campaign to get this 80s icon into the Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame (sign their petition here). We also have an in-depth discussion of Lauper's life, career and impact on American popular culture. Topics discussed include Lauper's iconic debut album She's So Unusual, her involvement with the then-WWF in the mid-1980s, her ventures into other forms of art (including television, film and theatre) and her political and social activism. 

On our season two premiere, we talk to the <a href="https://www.inductcyndilauper.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Induct Cyndi Lauper</a> team (Joe, Colin and Bay) about their ongoing campaign to get this 80s icon into the Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame (sign their petition <a href="https://www.inductcyndilauper.com/rrhof" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>). We also have an in-depth discussion of Lauper's life, career and impact on American popular culture. Topics discussed include Lauper's iconic debut album She's So Unusual, her involvement with the then-WWF in the mid-1980s, her ventures into other forms of art (including television, film and theatre) and her political and social activism.

Friend and music fan Greg Peurach comes on to discuss the life and career of Joe Cocker, one of rock and roll's greatest vocalists. Topics discussed include Cocker's iconic performance at the 1969 Woodstock Music Festival, his infamous Mad Dogs &amp; Englishmen tour in 1970, his many comebacks over the years and his baffling omission from the Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame. After listening to this episode, you'll be feelin' alright and eagerly seeking out Joe Cocker's legendary records!Here is Nick's blog that served as the inspiration for this episode: "Up Where He Belongs: An Examination of Joe Cocker's Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame Candidacy."

Friend and music fan Greg Peurach comes on to discuss the life and career of Joe Cocker, one of rock and roll's greatest vocalists. Topics discussed include Cocker's iconic performance at the 1969 Woodstock Music Festival, his infamous Mad Dogs &amp; Englishmen tour in 1970, his many comebacks over the years and his baffling omission from the Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame. After listening to this episode, you'll be feelin' alright and eagerly seeking out Joe Cocker's legendary records! Here is Nick's <a href="https://www.audiovisualrepository.com/blog/rockhallcontendersjoecocker" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">blog</a> that served as the inspiration for this episode: "Up Where He Belongs: An Examination of Joe Cocker's Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame Candidacy."

Joe Cocker

Blogger and educator Stephanie Carta (Spaces and Society)  comes on the show to discuss the legendary alternative rock duo Tears for Fears.  Topics discussed include the political messages of their music, their often-strained professional partnership and their latest single "The Tipping Point." As we all eagerly await their new album next year, you'll be head over heals in love with this episode!

Blogger and educator Stephanie Carta (<a href="https://spacesandsociety.wordpress.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spaces and Society</a>)  comes on the show to discuss the legendary alternative rock duo Tears for Fears.  Topics discussed include the political messages of their music, their often-strained professional partnership and their latest single "The Tipping Point." As we all eagerly await their new album next year, you'll be head over heals in love with this episode!

Tears for Fears

Music blogger Michelle Bourg (Iconic Rock Talk Show) and returning guest Mary Layton (Hall Watchers) come on the show to discuss one of the most prestigious awards in the American arts: The Kennedy Center Honors. We narrowed down a list of 40 prospective candidates from the music world who need to be recognized for their incredible contributions to American culture.  Artists discussed include The Rolling Stones, Mariah Carey, Aerosmith, Janet Jackson, Queen, Cyndi Lauper, ABBA, Fleetwood Mac, Dionne Warwick and U2. 

Music blogger Michelle Bourg (<a href="https://iconicrocktalkshow.wordpress.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Iconic Rock Talk Show</a>) and returning guest Mary Layton (<a href="https://hallwatchers.libsyn.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Hall Watchers</a>) come on the show to discuss one of the most prestigious awards in the American arts: The Kennedy Center Honors. We narrowed down a list of 40 prospective candidates from the music world who need to be recognized for their incredible contributions to American culture.  Artists discussed include The Rolling Stones, Mariah Carey, Aerosmith, Janet Jackson, Queen, Cyndi Lauper, ABBA, Fleetwood Mac, Dionne Warwick and U2.

Prospective Kennedy Center Honorees from The Music Industry

Comedian and writer Murray Valeriano (host of For What It's Worth) comes on the show to discuss the 90s alternative  rock band Cake. Topics discussed include the band's many musical influences,  their  cover of Gloria Gaynor's classic "I Will Survive" and their zany music videos.  You should go the distance and check out this hilariously insightful episode!

Comedian and writer Murray Valeriano (host of <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/MurrayValerianoComedy/playlists" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">For What It's Worth</a>) comes on the show to discuss the 90s alternative  rock band Cake. Topics discussed include the band's many musical influences,  their  cover of Gloria Gaynor's classic "I Will Survive" and their zany music videos.  You should go the distance and check out this hilariously insightful episode!

Cake

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