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
61 episodes
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
Episode 50 - Hidden Gems, Vol. 1
Welcome to our milestone 50th episode! This special installment kicks off a new series called 'Hidden Gems,' showcasing great rock songs that were never hits. To be featured, songs must have failed to break into the Hot 100 top 40, come from de...
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Episode 50
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24:27
Episode 049 - Top 10 Irish Musical Acts
This week, just in time for St. Patrick's Day, your host Alex Gadd shares his top 10 favorite Irish rock-n-roll artists. From the sweeping musical influences of traditional Irish music on American folk and country to modern rock, Alex dives int...
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Season 2
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Episode 49
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31:12
Episode 048 - Joe Bonamassa Concert Review
This week's episode features an in-depth review of modern Blues master Joe Bonamassa's live performance at the Beacon Theater in NYC. Alex recounts his experience celebrating his birthday with an incredible concert, sharing highlights and insig...
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Season 2
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Episode 48
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22:44
Episode 047 - Chris Eveland - The Interview
This week, we've got a great interview with Canadian guitarist Chris Eveland, who has spent his life playing and teaching music to people all over North America. From learning music from his grandfather to his early bands to his teaching guitar...
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Season 2
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Episode 47
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50:06
Episode 046 - Top 10 Oscar-Nominated Songs
This week, in preparation for this year's Academy Awards on March 2, we dive into the best rock-n-roll songs that have been nominated for Best Original Song. Of the hundreds of songs that have been nominated, it was a challenge to find 10 reall...
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Season 2
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Episode 46
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40:21
Episode 045 - Top 10 Favorite Rock-N-Roll Love Songs
This week, in celebration of Valentine's Day, we explore the rock-n-roll songs that pierce the heart and communicate something meaningful about love. There have been so many great rock-n-roll love songs over the years - it feels like that's wha...
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Season 2
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Episode 45
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25:00
Episode 044 - Ken Rusk - The Interview
This week, I talk with Ken Rusk, an accomplished entrepreneur, mentor, and author of the bestseller 'Blue Collar Cash.' Ken shares his journey from running a construction business to helping others achieve fulfilling careers, and reveals his su...
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Season 2
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Episode 44
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52:23
Episode 043 - Eagles Concert Review
This week, I've got another concert review for you. I went to see the Eagles at the Sphere and it was just an amazing experience. While I'm not an Eagles fan, this show is one of the most memorable ones I've ever attended. And if there was ever...
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Episode 43
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29:10
Episode 042 - Derick Sebastian - The Interview
This week, we have a very special episode with Ukulele virtuoso Derick Sebastian. Derick shares the story of how he came to the Ukulele, and how it's changed his life. He shares stories and music with us, and now, he's written a book, entitled ...
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Season 2
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Episode 42
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49:55
Episode 041 - Phish Concert Review
This week, I’ve got a Phish concert review for you, from the Dec 29, 2024 show at MSG. There’s a lot of history with this band for me, and I’ll take you through that and the show itself. So let me know what you think, on this very personal epis...
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Episode 41
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25:39
Episode 040 - 2024 Year-End Wrap-Up
This week, we wrap-up the year with a review of the 39 previous episodes of the show that we've put out. It's a chance to take stock of what we've accomplished so far, and our chance to thank you all for joining and supporting us with every lik...
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Season 1
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Episode 40
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10:18
Episode 039 - Southside Johnny & the Asbury Jukes Concert Review
This week, I review the recent Southside Johnny & the Asbury Jukes show that I saw on Dec. 6, 2024 at The Warehouse at FTC in Fairfield, CT. It ended up being the band's third to last show ever, as Johnny Lyon retired from performing for he...
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Season 1
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Episode 39
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21:13
Episode 038 - Top 20 Rock-N-Roll Christmas Songs
This week, we unwrap our Favorite Christmas Songs. It's a double-stuffed episode of our 20 favorite Christmas songs, AND our 3 favorite Hanukkah songs. This episode will take us up to Christmas Eve, so we won't have an episode on Dec. 17th, but...
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Season 1
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Episode 38
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52:25
Episode 037 - Sam Globus - The Interview
This week, we have an interview with Sam Globus, our first doctor! Sam is a PhD in genetics who is also a die-hard music fan. He's spent his life seeing concerts, and he shares some of his unforgettable concert memories with us. From his first ...
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Season 1
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Episode 37
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