The Rock-N-Roll Show Podcast
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.
Episodes
75 episodes
Signature Songs, Vol. 3 - The Rolling Stones
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 swagger...
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Season 4
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Episode 75
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11:54
Episode 074 - Steven Gonza - The Interview
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 ban...
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Season 4
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Episode 74
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39:49
Tyler Childers Concert Review
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...
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Season 4
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Episode 73
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24:44
Signature Songs Vol. 2 - The No-Brainers
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 ...
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Season 4
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Episode 72
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16:08
Signature Songs - Queen
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, review...
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Season 4
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Episode 71
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12:12
Blackberry Smoke Concert Review
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...
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Season 4
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Episode 70
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24:38
Top 10 Songs for a Celebration of Life
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 ...
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Season 4
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Episode 69
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27:29
Eric Clapton Concert Review
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 Cla...
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Season 4
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Episode 68
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32:16
Nick deMatteo - The Interview, pt. 2
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 a...
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Season 3
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Episode 67
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39:59
Springsteen Biopic and Electric Nebraska Review
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...
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Season 3
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Episode 66
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18:03
Top 10 Guitar Riffs
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 so...
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Season 3
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Episode 65
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32:07
Fred Mollin - The Interview
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...
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Season 3
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Episode 64
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1:08:17
Episode 063 - Ringo Starr Concert Review
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...
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Season 3
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Episode 63
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22:10
Episode 062 - Lake Street Dive Concert Review
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 in...
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Season 3
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Episode 62
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25:33
Episode 061 - Top 10 Road Trip Songs
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 m...
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Season 3
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Episode 61
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39:39
Episode 60 - Hidden Gems, Vol. 3
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 attentio...
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Season 3
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Episode 60
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25:54
Episode 059 - Zac Brown Band Concert Review
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...
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Season 3
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Episode 59
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25:19
Episode 058 - Top 10 July 4th Songs
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...
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Season 3
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Episode 58
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53:13
Episode 057 - Devlin Jack Guttridge - The Interview
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.' H...
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Season 3
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Episode 57
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40:13
Episode 056 - Dweezil Zappa Concert Review
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 Apost...
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Season 3
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Episode 56
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17:05
Episode 055 - Father's Day Playlist
Join me this week for a special Father's Day episode featuring my seven favorite songs about fathers. While rock music is abundant with songs about mothers, tracks about dads are less common, and often less flattering. I'll share the range of s...
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Season 3
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Episode 55
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26:20
Episode 054 - NovA - The Interview
Join me this week as I dive deep into the musical journey of my old pal Doug Gouger, aka NovA from The Black Holes. NovA shares his early musical influences, his evolution from playing ukulele to forming rock bands, and his collaborative work w...
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Season 3
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Episode 54
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57:26
Episode 053 - Hidden Gems, Vol. 2
Welcome to the start of season three of the Rock-N-Roll Show Podcast! In this episode, we are sharing some more hidden rock gems—songs that should have been hits but somehow flew under the radar. Get ready to explore tracks like 'Moonbeam Woman...
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Season 3
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Episode 53
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37:45
Episode 052 - Diane Allen - The Interview
This week, we have a compelling conversation with Diane Allen, an international speaker, violinist, author, and expert authority on the Flow State. Diane shares her fascinating journey from growing up in Cleveland, Ohio to becoming a profession...
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Season 2
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Episode 52
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50:44
Episode 051 - Top 10 Fool Songs
Happy April Fool's Day! This week, we present our 10 favorite rock songs with the word 'fool' in the title. From classic tracks like 'Fool in the Rain' by Led Zeppelin to soulful hits like Aretha Franklin's 'Chain of Fools,' we explore a range ...
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Season 2
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Episode 51
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34:38
