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The Rock-N-Roll Show PodcastTop 10 Songs for a Celebration of LifeSend us a textIn 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!00:00 Introduction to the Episode01:26 Understanding Celebrations of Life02:37 Crafting the...
2026-01-2827 min
The Rock-N-Roll Show PodcastEric Clapton Concert ReviewSend us a textWelcome 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 the show, and then after the review, I wrap up with my tribute to J...
2026-01-1332 min
The Drum Social PodcastSteve Gadd, Tai Chi & LamborghinisAlex & Ben chat about the master of feel, Steve Gadd. From Disney dancing shoes to butter and mustard - DM abuse if you're hard enough. Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedrumsocialpodCheck out the Drum Social Playlist! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-11-1256 min
The Rock-N-Roll Show PodcastNick deMatteo - The Interview, pt. 2Send us a textThis 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 song that you just need to get out into the world, it's all here for...
2025-11-1239 min
The Rock-N-Roll Show PodcastSpringsteen Biopic and Electric Nebraska ReviewSend us a textThis 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 legacy. All this week on The Rock-N-Roll Show Podcast!00:00 Introduction and Overview...
2025-11-0518 min
The Rock-N-Roll Show PodcastTop 10 Guitar RiffsSend us a textThis 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 and roll through its most iconic guitar riffs, this week on The Rock-N-Roll...
2025-10-2232 min
The Rock-N-Roll Show PodcastFred Mollin - The InterviewSend us a textIn 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 incredibly successful series of Disney lullaby albums. Don't miss this captivating interview filled with insights, personal stories, and a d...
2025-09-301h 08
HAPPILY HORMONAL | hormone balance for moms, PMS, painful periods, natural birth control, low energy, pro-metabolicE226: BONUS - When Does Perimenopause Start? Here’s What You Need to Know to Support Your Body, with Bria GaddWhat if perimenopause didn’t have to feel like chaos? In this episode, I’m joined by Bria Gadd, Perimenopause & Menopause Expert, to clear up common myths and help you understand what’s really happening in your body during this transition.Bria shares her own story of navigating symptoms in her 30s, why you can't get clear answers, and how simple foundations can completely change your experience. We also talk about common misconceptions around supplements and why testing is key before adding more hormones.You’ll learn:[08:27] What perimenopause is and how to recognize the sign...
2025-09-1829 min
The Rock-N-Roll Show PodcastEpisode 063 - Ringo Starr Concert ReviewSend us a textThis 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 insights as to what I think is happening...
2025-09-0422 min
The Rock-N-Roll Show PodcastEpisode 062 - Lake Street Dive Concert ReviewSend us a textJoin 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 Spotify, this week on the Rock-N-Roll Show Podcast!===========================Connect with us on...
2025-08-1925 min
The Rock-N-Roll Show PodcastEpisode 061 - Top 10 Road Trip SongsSend us a textIn 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!===========================Connect with us on social media!...
2025-07-3039 min
The Rock-N-Roll Show PodcastEpisode 60 - Hidden Gems, Vol. 3Send us a textWelcome 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 Gems02:48 Hidden Gem #106:57 Hidden Gem #210:42 Hi...
2025-07-2325 min
The Rock-N-Roll Show PodcastEpisode 059 - Zac Brown Band Concert ReviewSend us a textThis 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, this week on the Ro...
2025-07-0825 min
The Rock-N-Roll Show PodcastEpisode 058 - Top 10 July 4th SongsSend us a textIn 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===========================Connect with us on social media!YouTube
2025-07-0253 min
The Rock-N-Roll Show PodcastEpisode 058 - Top 10 July 4th SongsSend us a textIn 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.===========================Connect with us on social media!YouTubeInstagram TikTok Facebook
2025-07-0253 min
The Rock-N-Roll Show PodcastEpisode 057 - Devlin Jack Guttridge - The InterviewSend us a textThis 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 Zeppelin, and his aspirations of becoming a session guitarist...
2025-06-2440 min
The Rock-N-Roll Show PodcastEpisode 056 - Dweezil Zappa Concert ReviewSend us a textIn 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’re a hardcore Zappa fan or just Zappa-curious, Dweezil’s concerts are a rare kind of mag...
2025-06-1817 min
The Rock-N-Roll Show PodcastEpisode 055 - Father's Day PlaylistSend us a textJoin 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 songs about fathers, exploring stories of regret, resilience, and the complexities of fatherhood through songs by legends like Bruce Springsteen, The Temptations, Paul Simon, and more. Tune in for a heartfelt tribute to the men that shape our lives, for better and sometimes for worse. All this week on The Rock-N-Roll Show...
2025-06-1026 min
The Freedom Kickstarter PodcastEP 23 - How Recipe Videos Almost Ruined My Business with Jack GaddToday’s guest is Jack Gadd, a men’s fat loss coach known for his consistent, grounded approach to online coaching. From engineering day jobs and protein bar subscription boxes to managing 100+ coaching clients, Jack breaks down how he built a coaching brand that prioritizes results over reels and long-term change over short-term fads.We explore:-The state of the online coaching space and how it's shifted in recent years-Why following trends hurt Jack’s business—and how getting back to fundamen...
2025-06-0645 min
The Rock-N-Roll Show PodcastEpisode 054 - NovA - The InterviewSend us a textJoin 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 with notable musicians like Dream Theater's Jordan Rudess. We discuss everything from his songwriting process to his memorable live performances, and even how he found love through music. We also listen to and talk about some of our favorite of his original tracks, offering a comprehensive look at this seasoned m...
2025-06-0357 min
The Rock-N-Roll Show PodcastEpisode 053 - Hidden Gems, Vol. 2Send us a textWelcome 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' by Freak Power, 'SOB' by Lisa Marie Presley, 'Texas' by Chris Rea, 'Take It Off' by The Donnas, 'Three Strange Days' by School of Fish, and 'She Devil (Shout It Out Loud)' by the Cocktail Slippers. Tune in for some great tracks and fascinating stories behind these underrated songs....
2025-05-2737 min
Sounds of BlueSOB 492 Features: Chuck Leavell, Steve Gadd, Jeff Golub & Percy HeathFeatured artists: Chuck Leavell, Steve Gadd, Jeff Golub & Percy HeathArtist Song Album Label Notes- Larry Coryell-Eddie Harris/Les McCann Higher Consciousness - Compared to What Barefoot Boy - 1971 & Swiss Movement - 1969 Flying Dutchman & Atlantic Records Latest SOB ID- Jeff Golub Mister Magic by Ralph MacDonald & William Salter w/Mitch Forman, Steve Ferrone + Dangerous Curves - 2000 Verve Jeff Golub - 1970- Jeff Golub Mercy Mercy Me by Marvin Gaye w/Richard Elliot, Rick Braun, Luis Conte & Alex Al Do It Again - 2002 Verve Jeff Golub - 1970 ...
2025-05-064h 01
The Media Club with Matt DeeganPolitico: 10 Years In Europe... and a big C4 departurePolitico’s senior executive editor, Kate Day, tells us what’s in store for the original newsletter publisher.Also on the programme: Alex Mahon is set to leave Channel 4. Deadline’s senior investigations reporter Jake Kanter is here to divine what happens next.All that plus: Baby Reindeer’s Richard Gadd talks to us about just what he sacrificed to get his story out there, as well as more interviews on the winner’s run at BAFTA’s TV Craft Awards featuring Reece Sheersmith and Steve Pemberton (Inside Number 9), Kate Oates and Ben Wadey (Easte...
2025-05-0246 min
The Rock-N-Roll Show PodcastEpisode 052 - Diane Allen - The InterviewSend us a textThis 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 professional violinist and concert master, and then a successful professional speaker. Discover the pivotal moments that shaped her career, her evolution into understanding and teaching the Flow State, and how she transitioned from classical music to becoming a keynote speaker and author of "Flow: Unlock Your Genius, Love What You Do." Diane’s inspiring story of finding he...
2025-04-0850 min
The Rock-N-Roll Show PodcastEpisode 051 - Top 10 Fool SongsSend us a textHappy 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 of songs that capture various aspects of being a fool—from love to being different to being politically disillusioned. We'll go through each one in some detail, so please join us fora list of our favorite ten songs about fools - this week on the Rock and Roll Show Po...
2025-04-0234 min
The Rock-N-Roll Show PodcastEpisode 50 - Hidden Gems, Vol. 1Send us a textWelcome 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 defunct acts, and be available on both Apple Music and Spotify.This week, we'll hear songs from a guy named Kim, a band that once opened for Jimi Hendrix and then released their first studio album in 2018, and Pete Townshend's brother-in-law. So come celebrate 50 episodes with us, and dive into...
2025-03-2524 min
The Rock-N-Roll Show PodcastEpisode 049 - Top 10 Irish Musical ActsSend us a textThis 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 into the history, cultural significance, and personal anecdotes of the artists that made the list. Join us to find out who made the cut, and be sure to check out the Rock-N-Roll Show Podcast Playlist on Spotify for all the featured songs. Tune in and celebrate the musical heritage of Ireland with us, this...
2025-03-1231 min
The Rock-N-Roll Show PodcastEpisode 049 - Top 10 Irish Musical ActsSend us a textThis 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 into the history, cultural significance, and personal anecdotes of the artists that made the list. Join us to find out who made the cut, and be sure to check out the Rock-N-Roll Show Podcast Playlist on Spotify for all the featured songs. Tune in and celebrate the musical heritage of Ireland with us, this...
2025-03-1131 min
The Rock-N-Roll Show PodcastEpisode 048 - Joe Bonamassa Concert ReviewSend us a textThis 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 insights, along with some dynamite clips from the show, that will make the show come alive for you. Tune in to hear about Joe's journey from his early days with Bloodline to his impressive solo career, and why he's one of the best live performers playing out these days. Also, remember to check out our Spotify playlist featuring...
2025-03-0522 min