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ZombPocalypse PodcastZombPocalypse PodcastCan We Survive in Wisconsin? Special Guest Erica and Rowan from Days Worth LivingToday I talk with Erica and Rown about what towns to avoid and the best place to survive in Wisconsin. DWL Links:https://www.thecomcraft.com/homeNamiComi: https://namicomi.com/en/user/daysworthlivingGlobalComix: https://globalcomix.com/a/days-worth#https://www.instagram.com/days.worth.living?igsh=amZlbjZpaXNpNmhvWould you like to support this channel? Please donate today! I will shout you out on a special episode! Thank you!https://ko-fi.com/zombpocalypse This has been zombpocalypse podcast, my name is B...2025-07-1454 minZombPocalypse PodcastZombPocalypse PodcastDays Worth Living: Special Guest Rowan and EricaToday I’m joined with the creator of Days Worth Living Erica and Rowan! We talk about their comic books and their inspiration. DWL Links: https://www.thecomcraft.com/homeNamiComi: https://namicomi.com/en/user/daysworthlivingGlobalComix: https://globalcomix.com/a/days-worth#https://www.instagram.com/days.worth.living?igsh=amZlbjZpaXNpNmhv Would you like to support this channel? Please donate today! I will shout you out on a special episode! Thank you! https://ko-f...2025-07-111h 09Beyond The Brown & GoldBeyond The Brown & GoldBrian Kulak '98, M'12 on The Hot Seat, Connecting with Students, & EducationBrian Kulak '98, M'12 turned an educational concept into a new book and he shares his wisdom a new episode of Beyond the Brown & Gold. Following his days at Rowan University, Kulak embarked on a career in education. As a teacher, he wanted to connect with students and developed "The Hot Seat" - a thought-provoking concept that allowed his students to freely share their thoughts.  Kulak explains how The Hot Seat (also the title of his recently released book) came to be. He is joined by one of his former students in-studio - Kaylee Collins, who described h...2025-07-0244 minBeyond The Brown & GoldBeyond The Brown & GoldBrian Kulak '98, M'12 on The Hot Seat, Connecting with Students, & EducationBrian Kulak '98, M'12 turned an educational concept into a new book and he shares his wisdom a new episode of Beyond the Brown & Gold. Following his days at Rowan University, Kulak embarked on a career in education. As a teacher, he wanted to connect with students and developed "The Hot Seat" - a thought-provoking concept that allowed his students to freely share their thoughts.  Kulak explains how The Hot Seat (also the title of his recently released book) came to be. He is joined by one of his former students in-studio - Kaylee Collins, who described h...2025-07-0244 minThe Michael Brian ShowThe Michael Brian ShowRichard Sparks: Being An Author, Rowan Atkinson, & "Making It" As A Writer EP668Richard Sparks (@richardsparks_author) is prolific writer; from scripts to books and has decades of experience in writing.   We discuss his experience in writing; from his work with Rowan Atkinson and John Cleese to finding his "bliss" with writing The New Rock Series; including learning about his creative process and navigating the world of writing.   Rowan Atkinson's "The Schoolmaster" Sketch, written by Richard.   You can pick up The Hard Rock Series on Amazon! You can find out more about Richard's work at https://richardsparks.com/ and...2025-06-2346 minWhat the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next Gen1966 - January: The Yardbirds ”Having a Rave Up”When you explore the music of The Yardbirds you are really observing the evolution of what would become hard rock.  This group started in 1963 and over its time would engage the talents of three of the greatest guitarists of the rock world:  Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck, and Jimmy Page.  Additional musicians in the group through 1968 were Keith Relf on vocals and harmonica, Jim McCarty on drums, Chris Dreja on rhythm guitar, and Paul Samwell-Smith on bass.  The group was founded in the blues, but over time would explore psychedelic rock, pop rock, and hard rock, with instrumental jams being a si...2025-05-2633 minWhat the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next Gen1990 - December: AC/DC “The Razors Edge”1990 is an odd time for a hard rock band from the late 70's to make a comeback.  Hair metal was declining rapidly, and music that would form the grunge movement was percolating up in the pacific northwest.  But that is exactly what AC/DC did with their album The Razors Edge.  The album reached number 2 on the Billboard 200 chart and number 4 on the UK albums chart, and it would become AC/DC's third highest selling album behind “Back in Black” and “High Voltage.” After concluding their 1988 world tour the band had some changes and interruptions.  Drummer Simon Wright left...2025-03-2446 minWhat the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next Gen1974 - July: Beach Boys “Endless Summer”By the mid-70's the Beach Boys appeared to be a band that had been left behind.  Sales had been only moderate for their previous albums, and the band was struggling to determine their direction musically.  In the summer of 1973 the movie "American Graffiti" featured several Beach Boys songs, creating nostalgia for the earlier surfing music. Between the revived interest sparked by "American Graffiti" and the success of the Beatles "Red" and "Blue" compilation albums, the Beach Boys released a collection of hits from their early 60's catalogue called Endless Summer.  This featured songs from their Capitol Rec...2025-03-1730 minThe Simply Dynamic PodcastThe Simply Dynamic PodcastBalancing Growth and Technology with the Human Side of Banking w/ Brian JonesIn this episode of The Simply Dynamic Podcast, Brian Jones, President & CEO of Bank of Elmer, shares how technology is reshaping community banking—and why human connections still matter more than ever. From his humble start as a summer janitor to leading a major financial institution, Brian opens up about the evolution of banking, the power of mentorship, and what it takes to be a truly dynamic leader. Want more of the Simply Dynamic Podcast? Check out our website: https://simplydynamicpodcast.com/2025-03-1435 minWhat the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next Gen1971 - April: Rolling Stones “Sticky Fingers”Sticky Fingers is considered by many to be the greatest studio album the Rolling Stones ever created.  This ninth studio album represented a return to a more basic sound for the Stones after several albums with less conventional instrumentation.  It was also known for its cover artwork from Andy Warhol which featured a man in jeans with a working zipper.  The album won a Grammy for “Best Album Cover” for this innovative design. This was the first album that was released on their own label, Rolling Stones Records.  It was also the first album the group produced without...2025-02-1842 minThe Michael Brian ShowThe Michael Brian ShowRowan Atkinson: Happenstance Shaped Your Life EP626I hope this quote from Rowan Atkinson helps you understand life better. Tune in here 🙂 https://bit.ly/MichaelBrianShow 2025-02-1200 minWhat the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next Gen1974 - June: Lynyrd Skynyrd ”Second Helping”Lynyrd Skynyrd was a success with their debut album, and continued to build a fan base when they opened for The Who on their Quadrophenia tour.  Many of the songs on their debut album were staples of their concerts in Jacksonville, Florida, where they had built their style over the years since the 60's.  Therefore it was not a sure thing that they would be able to sustain their success over time.  Those concerns were put to rest when they released their second album. Second Helping, a southern colloquialism for getting more of the same thing at the...2025-01-2733 minWhat the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next Gen1985 - December: Talking Heads “Little Creatures”The Talking Heads is known as one of the more quirky bands of the 70's and 80's, and terribly innovative in their approach to both music and performance.  Consisting of Tina Weymouth on bass, Chris Frantz on drums, Jerry Harrison on keyboards and guitar, and fronted by David Byrne on vocals and guitar, the Talking Heads helped to shape the landscape of alternative and new wave rock through the 80's and 90's.  They really hit mainstream consciousness with their fifth album called "Speaking in Tongues" in 1983.  They followed this up with the live album "Stop Making Sense," which showcased the...2025-01-2044 minMuskies On TapMuskies On TapE84 - December Muskies w/ Rowan Stamm + Year In Wrap Up!Welcome to the 2024 season wrap up of Muskies On Tap along with special guest Rowan Stamm out of Southern Wisconsin. Rowan is a river specialist who is also well equipped to take on any lake from the deep south to the north like Northern Wisco and MN. We had Rowan on last year in December and continued our chat on late season muskies and rivers. We share a lot of insightful tips along with some 2024 woes and struggles. There was plenty to take away with this past season and I hope everyone is prepared to take on 2025! Tap in...2024-12-191h 52What the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next Gen1978 - November: Kansas ”Two for the Show”Kansas was at the height of their prowess and popularity as a prog rock-leaning band in 1978 when they released their first live album, Two for the Show.  Recorded during tours in 1977 and 1978, the double album gives the listener a glimpse into the energy of the band at the time.  The songs span the first five studio albums released by the group, from the eponymously named "Kansas" to the highly successful "Point of Know Return." Kansas would have a number of personnel changes over time, but this lineup would be the classic one.  Steve Walsh is on keyboards and...2024-10-1445 minWhat the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next Gen1972 - July: Leon Russell “Carney”One of the great underappreciated singer-songwriters of the rock era was Tulsa, Oklahoma native Claude Russell Bridges, better known as Leon Russell.  Russell was a musician and songwriter with records spanning rock, folk, country, gospel, bluegrass, and blues who began playing piano at the age of four.  He went to the same high school as David Gates (from Bread), and the two collaborated as a group called The Fencemen early on.  Russell went to Los Angeles and worked as a studio musician.  The list of folks he worked with is huge, including Jan and Dean, the Beach Boys, George Harr...2024-07-1533 minWhat the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next Gen1981 - November: Rick James “Street Songs”Let's get this out of the way up front:  when you think of rock albums, Rick James is not the artist that immediately comes to mind.  But when former founding podcaster Brian Dickhute comes back and wants to do the album, we find it difficult to deny him. James Ambrose Johnson, Jr. was born in Buffalo where he was in a number of groups and bands as a teenager.  He joined the US Navy Reserves to avoid being drafted, then moved to Toronto in 1964 where he formed the rock band “The Minah Byrds.”  Unfortunately he failed to let Uncl...2024-07-0836 minWhat the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next Gen1986 - January: Michael McDonald ”Sweet Freedom”We've made a few jokes in past episodes about Michael McDonald popping up in unexpected places.  It's an easy joke to make, because McDonald has a distinctive voice and has worked with a lot of artists covering numerous genres.  But the man is talented - both vocally and on the keyboards - and his career has put him at the forefront of rock music for a long time. Sweet Freedom is a compilation album that explores McDonald's work from his first two albums plus a number of collaborations.  The album title is taken from the track he had...2024-06-0339 minWhat the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next Gen1979 - June: Journey “Evolution”We've already covered a couple of Journey albums.  Episode 250 profiled "Infinity," the introduction of Steve Perry to the group.  And episode 26 delved into arguably the high water mark for Journey, the album "Escape."  Here we take a look at the band as they are in their transition into one of the world's biggest rock bands. The appropriately-titled album Evolution is Journey's fifth studio album.  Here we find Steve Perry settling in as front man while still sharing lead vocal duties with keybaordist Gregg Rolie.  They have also replaced drummer Aynsley Dunbar with Steve Smith, previously with Ronnie Montr...2024-03-1136 minWhat the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next Gen1982 - February: Duran Duran ”Rio”Did MTV make Duran Duran, or did Duran Duran make MTV?  Perhaps a little of both.  What is beyond doubt is that Rio, the band's second studio album, would propel Duran Duran into a worldwide new wave and dance phenomenon, and would be a major offensive of the Second British Invasion in the United States. Duran Duran had found success in the UK with their self-titled debut album in 1981, and expectations were high for the group.  Rio would find the band leaning heavily on upbeat tracks, a couple of synth-heavy ballads, and more experimentation with musical sounds and...2024-03-0443 minThe Racing NetworkThe Racing NetworkLet's Talk Racing | Rowan EdgarLet's Talk Racing with Melinda Russell. This episode features Rowan Edgar. Women's Motorsports Network Podcast shares the stories of women involved in motorsports from around the world.2023-12-1845 minThe Clyde Broadcast podcastThe Clyde Broadcast podcast05. Brian Rowan | Staying on Top of the GameIn this episode we are joined by Brian Rowan, the managing director behind Clyde Broadcast itself! Tune it to hear about the ways Clyde Broadcast keeps up with the latest broadcast technology and the newest trends in communication. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-12-0817 minMuskies On TapMuskies On TapE32 - Spotlight: Rowan Stamm On River Muskies + BIG End to the 2023 Open Water SeasonThis week the MOT crew is joined by a fellow young angler and guide, Rowan Stamm. Rowan brings to the table a wealth of knowledge on rivers and fly fishing along with some great nuggets on conventional gear and fisheries all over the midwest. The fellas listen in as Gus breaks down a very memorable catch to cap the season off in a BIG way. Thank you to all of our listeners on helping make 2023 one helluva season! Tap in!2023-12-071h 58What the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next Gen1975 - May: David Bowie ”Young Americans”David Bowie would leave the glam rock genre of his previous albums for a more soulful sound with his ninth studio album, Young Americans.  This album features blue eyed soul, or what Bowie would refer to as "plastic soul."  David Bowie moved to the United States in 1974 during a time when tax concerns were driving many artists out of the UK.  He was living in New York City at the time, and starting production on the album in Philadelphia where he worked with guitarist Carlos Alomar.  A funk guitarist, Alomar had worked as a session musician at the Apollo Thea...2023-10-0942 minWhat the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next Gen1969 - December: The Rolling Stones “Let It Bleed”The Rolling Stones released their tenth US studio album (eighth in the UK) entitled Let it Bleed at the end of November, 1969.  The band had worked on the material in the studio off and on through most of the year, with recording beginning in earnest back in February of 1969 (though work on "You Can't Always Get What You Want" began in November of the previous year).  The album would reach number 3 on the US album chart and number 1 on the UK charts, and would produce some of the best known standards of the Stones' collection. The band ex...2023-10-0239 minThe BelTelThe BelTelBrian Rowan: "We need outsiders to sort out the legacy of the Troubles"Former BBC correspondent tells Ciarán Dunbar that only an international body can help Northern Ireland deal with legacy issues. Brian Rowan is a well-known journalist and author. He passionately advocates that we must deal with the past as far if possible if we are to escape from it. He spoke to Ciarán Dunbar.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-08-0930 minWhat the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next Gen1994 - October: Weezer “Blue Album”Weezer released their debut studio album in May of 1994, often known as the Blue Album due to its blue cover.  The band formed in Los Angeles in 1992 as grunge was on its ascendency.  Despite a sound that we identify with grunge today, singer/guitarist Rivers Cuomo, drummer Patrick Wilson, guitarist Jason Cropper, and bassist Matt Sharp struggled to find an audience in the midst of the grunge movement.  They were signed to A&R after recording a demo late in 1992, and would find success in the alternate scene by the time their debut was released.  Cuomo had asthma when he w...2023-04-2436 minWhat the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next Gen1975 - June: War ”Why Can’t We Be Friends?”Defining a genre for the group War is a difficult process.  There are elements of Latin, R&B, funk, soul, and rock mixed in.  Some call it progressive soul.  War came from Long Beach, California in 1969, and began as a backing band for Deacon Jones.  The band was originally led by Eric Burden of the Animals and were known as Eric Burden and War for their first tow albums, then as War after Burden left the group.   Their seventh studio album, Why Can't We Be Friends? would continue a tradition of successful albums for the band, going to nu...2023-02-2042 minTwo Elves off the ShelfTwo Elves off the ShelfS2 Episode 8 - Super Bowl & Valentine's Day- Wrapping up the 2022 Christmas Season  - Pumped up for Super Bowl Sunday! - Thoughts on Valentine's Day 2023-02-1246 minWhat the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next Gen1980 - January: Pink Floyd “The Wall”Pink Floyd would score another big hit and some mainstream crossover success with their eleventh studio album, The Wall.  Originally conceived by bassist Roger Waters, The Wall explores the self-isolation of a cynical rock star named Pink, and portrays events in his life from the loss of his father, to childhood trauma, to the pressures of rock stardom as bricks forming the wall.  Parts of the story are autobiographical from Waters, and parts naturally are based on former front man Syd Barrett.  The album was a commercial success, the most successful double album of all time, the second most pop...2023-01-3043 minWhat the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next Gen1970 - September: Black Sabbath “Paranoid”Rolling Stone magazine ranked Paranoid, the second studio album by Black Sabbath, to be the number one of its "100 Greatest Metal Albums of All Time."  Originally known by the name Earth, the band took the name Black Sabbath from a 1963 horror film starring Boris Karloff.  The band members were Bill Ward on percussion, Geezer Butler on bass, Tony Iommi on guitar, and Ozzy Osbourne on vocals.  It was originally a heavy blues band from Birmingham, England, but took on a darker complexion with lyrics of doom. Much of the music on Paranoid was developed during jams while the...2023-01-2336 minWhat the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next Gen1966 - December: Sam & Dave “Double Dynamite”Sam Moore and Dave Prater were known as Sam & Dave, a huge soul act from the late 60's.  They were known as The Sultans of Sweat, The Dynamic Duo, and Double Dynamite.  This album is their second studio album out of Stax Records, also called Double Dynamite. Sam & Dave are considered one of the greatest live acts out of the 60's, and a lot of musicians cite their influence on their work, including some you would expect like Al Green and Michael Jackson.  There are also a lot of musicians who were influenced who were significantly removed fro...2023-01-1628 minWhat the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next Gen1978 - May: U.K. ”U.K.”The supergroup U.K. was founded by former King Crimson percussionist Bill Bruford (also a former founder of Yes) and bassist and vocalist John Wetton (also a former member of Uriah Heep, and Roxy Music).  After failing to reform King Crimson, each of the two brought in a musician they thought would work well in the group.  Wetton brought in Eddie Jobson, violinist and keyboardist from Frank Zappa's band.  Bruford brought in Allan Holdsworth on guitars (who had worked on Bruford's prior solo project.   Their self titled debut album was released in May, 1978.  Although a couple of songs...2023-01-0940 minTwo Elves off the ShelfTwo Elves off the ShelfS2 Episode 7 - Christmas and New Years- How did Christmas go for Brian & Anthony? - Do people still go out for New Year's Eve? - How productive can you be on the week between Christmas and New Year's Day? - Anthony shares a wild New Years experience from 2005 crossing the Canadian border - What is ahead for the podcast this season?2023-01-0152 minWhat the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next Gen1974 - March: Gordon Lightfoot “Sundown”Canadian singer-songwriter Gordon Lightfoot would see his commercial success zenith with this tenth studio album, Sundown.  Lightfoot got his start in music at an early age, singing in the choir at St. Paul's United Church in Orillia, Ontario as a child. As a young man he lived in California for a short period, studying jazz composition and writing jingles to support himself, but he soon chose to return to his native Canada and never left.  Gordon Lightfoot would inspire many artists - Bob Dylan considered him a type of mentor - and numerous artists would cover his songs, including ar...2022-12-2638 minTwo Elves off the ShelfTwo Elves off the ShelfS2 Episode 6 - Christmas Eve Eve- More thoughts on Home Alone plot flaws - Dads: go get your kids those dangerous toys! - Random thoughts on the Christmas Card tradition - Christmas Music Trivia for Anthony - Christmas Eve Traditions2022-12-2350 minTwo Elves off the ShelfTwo Elves off the ShelfS2 Episode 5 - Christmas Shopping- Epic Grinch Christmas Eve idea for the neighborhood - Reviewing The Santa Clauses - Great new Christmas movie out on Netflix - I Believe In Santa - Christmas shopping ideas, thoughts and all kinds of nonsense2022-12-2354 minTwo Elves off the ShelfTwo Elves off the ShelfS2 Episode 4 - Christmas Polls!- Catching the listeners up on Christmas Trivia Night - Welcome Anthony's new baby boy to the world! - 22 different interactive Christmas Polls and where the people sit on the topics2022-12-1449 minWhat the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next GenChristmas Songs that Rock V: A What the Riff Rabbit HoleWe at What the Riff!?! hope that y'all have a great Christmas — we hope these songs make your season a little more merry and bright. “Deck the Halls” by Twisted Sister This classic carol was probably not originally envisioned to be quite as rocking as this, but Dee Snyder and Twisted Sister took it up a notch!  This is the sixth and last Twisted Sister studio album they would produce, and we’re sure they donned their gay apparel for this final outing.   “Skynyrd Family” by Lynyrd Skynyrd Some southern charm was put on this song t...2022-11-2844 minTwo Elves off the ShelfTwo Elves off the ShelfS2 Episode 3 - Thanksgiving Food- Thanksgiving Food polls and what everyone thinks about different topics - Is turkey an essential Thanksgiving staple? - All the sides all the time! - Opinions on bread rolls - Thanksgiving desserts - Deep thoughts on pumpkin pie, cranberry sauce, and ketchup - Family stories - What are you grateful for this Thanksgiving?2022-11-231h 02Two Elves off the ShelfTwo Elves off the ShelfS2 Episode 2 - Christmas Movie Reviews- Falling For Christmas (Lindsay Lohan) movie review - Reviewing The Santa Clauses new series on Disney+ - Reviewing previous Top 5 Christmas movies from last year and what has changed - Hot takes on classics! - Why Brian thinks Miracle on 34th St is awesome - More details on Christmas Trivia Night on Fri, Dec 2nd!2022-11-2152 minTwo Elves off the ShelfTwo Elves off the ShelfTwo Elves off the Shelf - Season 2 Premiere!- Introduction into Season 2! - What have Anthony and Brian been up to the past 10 months?? - What you can expect this season?2022-11-1042 minWhat the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next Gen1978 - October: Styx “Pieces of Eight”Styx released their eighth studio album, Pieces of Eight, after achieving breakthrough success with 1977's “The Grand Illusion.”  This album would also achieve significant critical and commercial success with this album.  Two singles would break into the top 40, and one would land just outside it at number 41.  All of these were written and sung by Tommy Shaw who had joined the group for the Equinox album in 1975.   In addition to guitarist and lead singer Tommy Shaw, other members of the band were Dennis DeYoung on lead vocals and keyboards, James "JY" Young on guitars and vocals, Chuck Panozzo...2022-11-0743 minPressing Issues!Pressing Issues!Dune: 1985 vs. 2020 featuring Patrick DimentAfter a short detour week, we're back! Join Ro and Joe and our first special guest Patrick as they wrap up the Comics Go Hollywood! series with the infamous sci-fi epic, Dune. It's bending the rules a tad, but hey, Dune "the property" is about as Hollywood as it gets in 2022! There's a tonne to chew on in this episode, kicking off with the long-running saga of discussing Thor: Love and Thunder, before we dive into the nature of adaptations, what they are and what makes them good. We discuss everything Dune we possibly know, from how we each...2022-10-091h 27What the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next Gen1987 - November: Bruce Springsteen “Tunnel of Love”After the overwhelming success of his “Born to Run” album, Bruce Springsteen's next studio album would take a dramatically different approach.  First, Tunnel of Love would be a solo project, and the E. Street Band was not credited as a contributor, though many members of the E. Street Band would be credited individually. Springsteen plays many of the instruments himself, and made use of drum machines and synthesizers on the tracks.  Second, the lyrics look inward as Springsteen explores aspects of lost love.  Springsteen was reacting to his troubled marriage to actress Julianne Phillips from whom he would receive divorce...2022-10-0338 minWhat the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next Gen1972 - March: Jethro Tull “Thick as a Brick”For it's fifth studio album, Jethro Tull decided to satirize the concept album which was popular amongst prog rock acts like themselves, Yes, and Emerson, Lake & Palmer.  Thick as a Brick is a single piece of music spread across two album sides, and takes inspiration from Monty Python, poking fun at the critics, the audience, and the band itself.  Ian Anderson wrote much of the album, but the entire band contributed to the songs.   The "concept" of this concept album is that the lyrics are written by an 8 year-old genius named Gerald Bostock, and the album is a m...2022-08-2246 minWhat the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next Gen1972 - May: Uriah Heep “Demons and Wizards”Formed in London in 1969, Uriah Heep released their fourth and (to this point) most successful album, Demons and Wizards in May 1972.  This album would also see the debut of what is considered the classic lineup of Uriah Heep as bassist Gary Thain and drummer Lee Kerslake joined vocalist David Byron, guitarist Mick Box, and keyboardist/multi-instrumentalist/singer/songwriter Ken Hensley to form the group for this album.  While the album cover and title suggest medieval fantasy, Hensley has stated that it was just a collection of songs, not a concept album.  It is hard to deny the prog rock fee...2022-08-0134 minPressing Issues!Pressing Issues!X-Men: Second Genesis and E Is For ExtinctionThe sixth part of our Origins and Entry Points miniseries, in which we take a look at the Uncanny X-Men. The comics we will be looking at today include:Giant-Size X-Men #1 (1975) - Written by Len Wein, illustrated by Dave Cockrum, lettered by John Costanza, coloured by Glynis WeinNew X-Men #114-116 (2001) - Written by Grant Morrison, illustrated by Frank Quitely, inked by Tim Townsend, coloured by Brian Haberlin, lettered by Saida TemofonteHere is Rowan's Mister Sinister puff piece that was discussed in the episode, check it out!You can buy...2022-06-191h 20What the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next Gen1966 - May: Beach Boys “Pet Sounds”Pet Sounds was the eleventh studio album by the Beach Boys.  The album revolutionized music production, helped establish the album as the dominant form of music, and made the recording studio an instrument.  The Beach Boys at this time are Brian Wilson, Carl Wilson, Dennis Wilson, Bruce Johnston, Al Jardine, and Mike Love. Some consider Pet Sounds to be a Brian Wilson solo project.  He stopped touring with the Beach Boys a year prior to producing this album, and most of the Beach Boys had not heard the songs until they came into the recording session after the...2022-05-3028 minFullerton UnfilteredFullerton Unfiltered350. A Time Like No Other! Supply Chain Woes & Future Predictions w/ Brian RowanToday we’re getting a timely update from one of our good friends over at SiteOne - and hearing what’s happening in 2022 with one of the nation's biggest landscape suppliers. Brian Rowan is VP Category Management SiteOne Landscape Supply and today he fills us in a little bit on global conditions and how they affect us locally, and what steps we can all take to mitigate them as we deliver on our customer expectations. Enjoy!   EQUIP EXPO 2022 registration (CODE: BRIAN Saves 50%) www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com Price Adjustment Letter Brian's Lawn Maintenance - YouTube 2022-05-1341 minWhat the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next Gen1967 - February: Cream ”Fresh Cream”British rock supergroup Cream debuted their first studio album entitled Fresh Cream in January 1967 in the United States, following the December 1966 British release.  Eric Clapton was on guitar and vocals, Jack Bruce was on bass, harmonica, piano, and vocals, and Ginger Baker was on percussion and vocals.   Clapton had come out of the Yardbirds, and both Baker and Bruce had been in the Graham Bond Organisation together.  Ginger Baker approached Clapton about joining a new band, and Clapton agreed with the condition that Bruce be used as the bassist.  Baker and Bruce had a tumultuous relationship, with Bake...2022-03-1432 minGet Best Full Audiobooks in Romance, ModernGet Best Full Audiobooks in Romance, ModernSnowy Mountains Cattleman (A Bundilla Novel, #2) by Alissa CallenPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/545056 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Snowy Mountains Cattleman (A Bundilla Novel, #2) Series: #2 of A Bundilla Novel Author: Alissa Callen Narrator: Casey Withoos Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 9 hours 21 minutes Release date: February 14, 2022 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.5 of Total 2 Genres: Modern Publisher's Summary: A woman's journey of self-discovery meets Bundilla's small-town charm and an intriguing post-World War II mystery in this captivating romance from bestselling Australian author Alissa Callen. The greatest risk of all is love ... Interior stylist Grace Davenport has come to the mountains for solitude and a place to heal after her parents' d...2022-02-1405 minTwo Elves off the ShelfTwo Elves off the ShelfEpisode 10 - Christmas Finale: Season 1!- New Year's Eve plans - Christmas Eve festivities - Christmas Day shenanigans - Did you lose track of days during the Holidays? - Post Christmas Polls - Looking ahead at Two Elves off the Shelf for 20222022-01-011h 22Two Elves off the ShelfTwo Elves off the ShelfEpisode 9 - Christmas Baking- What cookies we got going on in the kitchen! - One bite everybody knows the rules - Homemade vs. prepackaged cookie dough - More Christmas polls - Big Christmas tree surprise - White Elephant shenanigans2021-12-2049 minTwo Elves off the ShelfTwo Elves off the ShelfEpisode 8 - Christmas Polls- Epic Home Alone 2 real life story - Christmas Polls & Interesting takes - New Christmas song surprise for Anthony2021-12-1458 minTwo Elves off the ShelfTwo Elves off the ShelfEpisode 7 - A Christmas Savage- Welcome guest onto the show - Catherine Meyer (formerly Catherine Savage) - Catching up and reliving the Neshaminy High School glory days - Jingle All the Way vs. Four Christmases - Why Love Actually should be in the Top 10 - A woman's take on gifts2021-12-101h 13Two Elves off the ShelfTwo Elves off the ShelfEpisode 6 - Christmas Movies (Part 2!)- Emergency Episode Justification - Anthony's 6-10 favorite Christmas movies - Brian justifying Miracle on 34th Street after criticism  - Brian's 6-10 favorite Christmas movies - White or colored lights on the tree? - Are blow up decorations acceptable? - White or colored lights on the house?2021-12-0659 minTwo Elves off the ShelfTwo Elves off the ShelfEpisode 5 - Christmas Music- Brian's Top 5 - Anthony's Top 5 - Hot Takes - Cold Takes2021-12-061h 14What the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next Gen1982 - October: Squeeze “Singles - 45 and Under”Squeeze came out of the mid-70's New Wave scene in the UK, but would cross genres into Rockabilly, R&B, and Psychedelia by the early 80's.  In 1982 they released Singles - 45's and Under as a compilation album of their biggest hits.  Squeeze was led by two singer songwriters, Chris Dilford (rhythm guitar and vocals) and Glenn Tilbrook (keyboards, lead guitar, vocals) who composed most of their material.  At the time of the release of this “greatest hits” album, the band had broken up, leaving only Dilford and Tilbrook as a duet.  The pair would normally work with Dilford...2021-12-0644 minTwo Elves off the ShelfTwo Elves off the ShelfEpisode 4 - Christmas Gifts- Anthony breaks down toy shopping for kids - Brian breaks down shopping for men and women - How do Love Languages play a factor in Christmas shopping?2021-12-031h 02Two Elves off the ShelfTwo Elves off the ShelfEpisode 3 - Christmas Decorations- Anthony debating Lowe's vs. Home Depot - Balancing the big name interior decorations stores (TJ Maxx, HomeGoods, Marshalls) - The greatness of Hobby Lobby - Local Bucks County decorations stores to shop local2021-11-291h 06Two Elves off the ShelfTwo Elves off the ShelfEpisode 2 - Thanksgiving & Christmas Food- Top Thanksgiving foods - Top Christmas foods - Hot Takes!2021-11-241h 09Landscaper Road FuelLandscaper Road FuelBrian Rowan | Site One Landscape SupplyEnjoy this special "Supply Chain" edition of Road Fuel with Brian Rowan, VP of Category Management for SiteOne Landscape Supply.2021-11-2238 minTwo Elves off the ShelfTwo Elves off the ShelfEpisode 1 - Christmas Movies- How the idea of this show started - What you can expect to hear in later episodes - Anthony's top Christmas movies - Brian's top Christmas movies - Hot Takes!2021-11-2154 minOf the Devil\'s PartyOf the Devil's PartyManfred - Lord ByronUnleashed academics, tutors, and ornamental hermits Alice and Rowan do a deep dive into dark hero archetypes on a semi-weekly basis. On this episode they begin their discussion of Gothic villains by examining Byron’s 1817 closet drama Manfred and its debt to the Gothic tradition. The pair discuss Byron’s life, work, and experimentation with dark hero archetypes, and whether there is actually such as thing as a Byronic Hero. They consider the way Byron experiments with Dark Heroism by combining existing heroic archetypes and traditions such as The Wandering Jew, the Child of Nature, The Hero of S...2021-10-131h 54What the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next Gen1975 - November: Queen “A Night At the Opera”Queen's fourth studio album is the one that would launch them into super stardom and bring them personal financial success as well.  A Night at the Opera got its name from the Marx Brothers film, and many consider it to be the best album Queen ever made. The band lineup was Freddie Mercury on lead vocals, Brian May on guitar, John Deacon on bass, and Roger Taylor on drums.  Backing vocals were performed by May and Taylor - John Deacon was the only band member who didn't sing. The first three Queen albums were produced un...2021-09-1340 minThe Brian Cain Mental Performance Mastery PodcastThe Brian Cain Mental Performance Mastery PodcastLeadership Q&A With Dr. Barry Davis & Brian Cain - Part 2-2In this question and answer session Dr. Barry Davis, head baseball coach at Rider University and Brian Cain, MPM discuss leadership and improving your leadership skillset as a coach.Dr. Barry Davis has transformed the Rider University Baseball program into a consistent contender in the Metro-Atlantic Conference (MAAC), winning three conference tournament championships, two regular-season championships, and qualifying for 10 conference tournaments.Davis, the holder of a 962-646 career record, has been a head coach for 32 years, having led three different programs at three different levels. In his first 11 years...2021-09-0632 minOf the Devil\'s PartyOf the Devil's PartyParadise Lost - John Milton: part 6On this episode they conclude their mini-series on Satan from John Milton’s Paradise Lost and discuss books 9 and 10 of the poem—Satan’s corruption of Eve and the Fall of humanity! Next time, they examine Lord Byron’s Manfred  Boyd, Brian. On the Origin of Stories: Evolution, Cognition, and Fiction. Cambridge MA: Harvard University Press, 2009. Fish, Stanley. Surprised by Sin. London: Macmillan Press Ltd, 1967. ———. "The Harassed Reader in Paradise Lost." Milton Quarterly 7, no. 2 (1965): 162-82. Lewis, C. S. A Preface to Paradise Lost. London: Oxford University Press, 1969. 2021-08-201h 57What the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next Gen1982 - June: Stray Cats “Built for Speed”While many bands of the 80's were focusing on the synth-heavy New Wave or screaming guitars of Hard Rock, one band was taking their inspiration from the 50's roots of Rock.  The Stray Cats came out of New York  in 1979 and developed a devoted following quickly, but moved to the UK after hearing of a revival of the 50's subculture there.  Inspired by the Sun Records artists of the 50's, the Stray Cats combined Rockabilly and Punk genres to form their sound. The Stray Cats were a trio with Brian Setzer on guitar and lead vocals, Lee Roc...2021-08-0935 minThe Low Level Hell PodcastThe Low Level Hell PodcastEp 17: Rowan Ratliff, MH-6 PilotRowan Ratliff joins the show to describe his experience as an Army Pilot flying the OH-58 and the MH-6 as an officer in the 160th Night Stalkers.Want to support the show, get early episode access, and bonus content? Check out the Patreon page for more information.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-low-level-hell-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2021-06-091h 11The Business Growth ShowThe Business Growth Show#5: BIG ANNOUNCEMENT: Listen to Brian explain the new podcast name and vision.Learn More Earn More Business Growth Podcast Host: Brian Webb Episode 5: BIG ANNOUNCEMENT: Listen to Brian explain the new podcast name and vision. _____________________________________________ SUBSCRIBE Apple  |  Google Play |  Spotify  |  Pandora |  Amazon Music _____________________________________________ TRANSCRIPT Brian Webb: Hey there everyone. Welcome to the Learn More, Earn More Business Growth Podcast. I'm your host, Brian Webb. This podcast is your premier place to learn the frameworks, secrets, and growth hacks to grow and scale your business and revenue faster. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a thriving busine...2021-05-1709 minThe Business Growth ShowThe Business Growth Show#5: BIG ANNOUNCEMENT: Listen to Brian explain the new podcast name and vision.Learn More Earn More Business Growth Podcast Host: Brian Webb Episode 5: BIG ANNOUNCEMENT: Listen to Brian explain the new podcast name and vision. _____________________________________________ SUBSCRIBE Apple  |  Google Play |  Spotify  |  Pandora |  Amazon Music _____________________________________________ TRANSCRIPT Brian Webb: Hey there everyone. Welcome to the Learn More, Earn More Business Growth Podcast. I'm your host, Brian Webb. This podcast is your premier place to learn the frameworks, secrets, and growth hacks to grow and scale your business and revenue faster. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a thriving busine...2021-05-1709 minGenealogy AdventuresGenealogy AdventuresPleasant Roane (Rowan) and the road to manumission in LynchburgI’ve been meaning to write about Pleasant Roane for quite a while.  I’ve always felt badly that other research and other stories commanded my attention more, and overshadowed his tale.  Well, as much of his tale as I’m aware of. It's quite the interesting tale. I’ve also been surprised that I see to be the only Roane family descendant researching Pleasant. Mine is the only family tree in which he appears. This, in part, probably has to do with the obscurity of his origins. Any Roane would be proud to claim him. So what p...2021-03-1621 minWhat the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next Gen1981 - June: Billy Squier ”Don’t Say No”This second studio album is the one that would put Billy Squier at the top of the arena rock world in 1981.  Don't Say No would produce Squier's first breakthrough single, “The Stroke,” a critique of the music industry, and the album would continue to contribute singles and AOR hits as it remained on the Billboard album charts for over 2 years. Billy Squier got his start in the Boston music scene in the late 60's, playing in locally successful groups through the 70's, and releasing a moderately successful solo album in the spring of 1980.  Squier approached Brian May of Que...2020-11-0938 minWhat the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next Gen1966 - June: The Association “And Then...Along Comes The Association”The Association released their debut (and most successful) album, And Then...Along Comes The Association in June 1966.  They had received some success with non-album releases prior to this, but the album itself would become one of the best selling albums of the year.   The Association was known as sunshine pop, which incorporated elements of both folk rock and psychedelic music.  The group was formed originally by Jules Alexander (guitar) and Terry Kirkman (wind instruments, percussion) who met in Hawaii in 1962, then reconnected in Los Angeles in the mid-60's.  They joined with Russ Giguere (rhythm guitar, percussion), Bria...2020-10-2625 minWhat the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next Gen1980 - July: AC/DC “Back In Black”Fresh off their success with Highway to Hell, Australian band AC/DC was planning a follow-up when tragedy struck.  Front man Bon Scott was found “dead by misadventure” after a drinking binge.  The group would have to audition a replacement for their seventh studio album, and Brian Johnson was brought in on lead for Back In Black. The new album was recorded in Nassau in the midst of a batch of tropical storms - a fact referenced in the opening lines of “Hells Bells.”  In addition to front man Johnson, the group was comprised of lead guitarist Angus Young...2020-10-1242 minWhat the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next Gen1980 - November: The Police “Zenyatta Mondatta”Power trios were unusual in the punk and new wave scene of the late 70's, but The Police were a notable exception.    By November 1980 they were putting out their third studio album, Zenyatta Mondatta which would be the second of four albums to hit the number 1 slot in the UK, continuing their meteoric climb to super stardom on both sides of the pond.  The Police only put out five albums, a surprisingly small discography for how famous the band would become. Drummer, Stewart Copeland formed the band with Sting and guitarist Henry Padovani originally;  with the more expe...2020-09-2136 minWhat the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next Gen1965 — February: Herman’s Hermits “Introducing Herman’s Hermits”Introducing Herman’s Hermits is the the debut album for the band Herman’s Hermits.  Front man Peter Noone was an actor on "Coronation Street," a British TV soap opera.  The resemblance between Noone and a character named Sherman (from the Rocky and Bullwinkle cartoon) was noted, and this name was shortened to "Herman."  The group would start using the name "Herman and His Hermits," and this was also shortened to "Herman's Hermits." Herman's Hermits were a part of the British Invasion of the early 60's, which included acts like the Dave Clark 5, The Merseybeats, and of course...2020-08-1025 minWhat the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next Gen1976 - March: Bad Company “Run with the Pack”English supergroup Bad Company continued their successful streak with their third studio album, Run with the Pack.  Frontman/guitarist/panist Paul Rodgers and drummer Simon Kirke came out of the band Free, guitarist/keyboardist Mick Ralph came out of Mott the Hoople, and bassist Boz Burrell was originally with King Crimson.  Paul Rodgers' voice is quite distinctive, and you can tell a “Bad Co.” song just from that voice. The name of the group came from a book of Victorian morals.  It showed a picture depicting a child looking up at a ruffian leaning against a lamp post.  ...2020-06-0138 minPastor Brian PodcastPastor Brian PodcastS1:E26- Rowan Smith- Monday, May 11th, 2020God's grace to you! Join us as we read scripture, sing, pray, and celebrate the Easter Season . . . all in 10 minutes! Our Podcast includes an: Introduction (00:00), Opening Prayer (00:33), Psalm (01:21), Scripture (04:37), Prayer (05:47), Rowan Smith (8:52), Blessing (09:09), End (9:43). You may find the full daily scripture reading (Psalm 102:1-17; Exodus 13:17-22; Acts 7:17-40) at https://lectionary.library.vanderbilt.edu/daily.php?year=A. Blessings!2020-05-1109 minWhat the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next Gen1974 — February: The Doobie Brothers “What Were Once Vices are Now Habits”The Doobie Brothers were already a commercial success by the time their fourth studio album, What Were Once Vices Are Now Habits, was released in 1974.  This iteration of The Doobie Brothers features mainstream rock and roll with a folk harmony bent, and the vocals of singer-songwriters Tom Johnston and Patrick Simmons.  Tim Porter is on bass, and "Little" John Hartman and Michael Hossack round out the group in the unusual position of dual drummers. The group got the name The Doobie Brothers from Keith "Dyno" Rossen, who suggested it to Johnston, "because you're always smoking pot."  Everyone agr...2020-03-3036 minWhat the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next Gen1990 - September: Depeche Mode “Violator”Depeche Mode made a decision to minimize their pre-production work when they created their seventh studio album.  It must have worked, becauce Violator would become their breakthrough international album.  Keyboardist Andy Fletcher, keyboardist and vocalist Martin Gore, also keyboardist and drum machinist Alan Wilder, and lead man Dave Gahan had previously hit the charts with their 1984 single “People Are People.” This album would see crossover success led by the monster hit “Personal Jesus.”  While the album was released in May of 1990, the last single from the album came out in September 1990. Depeche Mode is best known as a keyboard...2020-03-2345 minWhat the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next Gen1966 - July: The Rolling Stones “Aftermath”In 1966 The Rolling Stones were not the giants that they would come to be in the rock world, but their third album, Aftermath would start their transformation. While their two previous albums had consisted of a significant volume of cover songs (much like the Beatles' early work), Aftermath would be the first album with all original material, primarily written by Mick Jagger and/or Keith Richards, and is considered the group's breakthrough album. Brian Jones would be a multi-instrumentalist on this album, though the estrangement from the rest of the band was already beginning to set in. He would...2020-03-0928 minWhat the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next Gen1968 - July: Pink Floyd “A Saucerfull of Secrets”In its second album, Pink Floyd would begin its transition from a psychedelic 60's era band to what would become an icon of the rock genre. A Saucerful of Secrets is a strange album, and the only one in which Pink Floyd would consider themselves to be a five piece band. Frontman Syd Barrett had begun his slide into insanity, and was too unstable for the band to rely on him for concerts and recordings. They brought in David Gilmour to supplement Barrett on guitar, while Nick Mason (drums) Roger Waters (bass) and Richard Wright (keyboards) continued in their...2020-02-1036 minThe Takeover PodcastThe Takeover PodcastEpisode 006 w/ Special Guest Brian Shields: Superbowl 54, Mookie Betts, NBA Trade DeadlineThe Takeover welcomes our first guest to the podcast in Ann Arbor betting expert Brian "Shields" Shields! He offers his unique perspective on the NFL, MLB, and NBA while sharing how he got into sports betting and sharing some of his big wins and losses. 0:00-13:15 – Superbowl 54 Reactions 13:20-18:30: Mookie Betts Trade 18:35-19:30: Pete Rose, Hall of Famer? 19:35-27:00: Brian Shields Interview 27:05-32:00: NBA All-Star Snubs 32:05-1:02:20: NBA Trade Deadline Reactions 1:02:35-End: Ringo’s Sixers Rant2020-02-091h 09What the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next GenChristmas Songs that Rock (II)When we did our Rock-and-Roll Christmas "rabbit hole" episode last year we realized that there are just too many Rocking Christmas songs to be held in a single podcast. So we're coming back to you this year with another selection of Christmas songs that rock! “God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen” by- Ronnie James Dio  This selection from the former Rainbow and Black Sabbath front man puts a metal twist on a 16th century carol. “God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen” by The Barenaked Ladies  A more mellow take on the same song features stripped down acous...2019-12-0950 minWhat the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next Gen1968 - January: Small Faces “There Are But Four Small Faces”One of the most famous of the British "mod" groups, Small Faces was founded by Steve Marriott, Ronnie Lane, Kenney Jones, and Jimmy Winston (although Winston had been replaced by Ian McLagan by this album). Small Faces was solidly in the psychedelic rock category. Small Faces toured with The Who, a group also known as a "mod" group. The name comes from the fact that all the members were under 5' 9". There Are But Four Small Faces was an international alternative to their eponymous second album released in 1967 in Britain. Talk to You This song was...2019-10-2827 minWhat the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next Gen1994 - March - Soundgarden - SuperunknownBrian has us riffing on Soundgarden. If they were “superunknown” at the time, it wouldn't last past the release of this fourth studio album. Soundgarden would break into super stardom with this heavy hitting, 5-time platinum effort. The strength and distinctiveness of Chris Cornell's vocals are obvious. Sometimes called Stoner Rock, Soundgarden would be a key element in solidifying the "grunge" sound of Seattle. They won two Grammy awards for "Black Hole Sun" and "Spoonman." The album cover is a distorted image of the band members and is known as "the screaming elf." Black Hole Sun This...2019-08-1239 minWhat the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next Gen1965 - December - The Byrds - Turn Turn TurnBrian presents the second album by The Byrds as they continued their folk rock mix of vocal and twelve-string guitar harmonies originally explored in their debut album released earlier in the year. There are two songs from Bob Dylan - "The Times They Are A-Changin' and "Lay Down Your Weary Tune" - along with a number of other covers. Join us as we explore the album Turn! Turn! Turn! as well as the famous title track and several other excellent songs from The Byrds. “Oh! Susannah” This Stephen Foster cover was originally intended as a jo...2019-05-1329 minWhat the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next Gen1973 - February - Alice Cooper - Billion Dollar BabiesFebruary 1973 — “Billion Dollar Babies” by Alice Cooper Brian presents one of the biggest early 1970's glam rock groups — Alice Cooper. Their sixth studio album entitled “Billion Dollar Babies” was released in 1973, and was their most successful album to this date. Detroit native and front man Vincent Furnier took on the “Alice Cooper” persona for this highly theatrical act, complete with makeup, tuxedo, and top hat. The title of the album is a tongue in cheek look at the rise of the band itself — referring to themselves as "Billion Dollar Babies." Come along as we dig into this exceptionally ente...2019-02-0439 minWhat the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next Gen1986 - May - Peter Gabriel - So“So” by Peter Gabriel Bruce is excited about this blockbuster hit album. After four solo albums without a name, the record company finally persuaded Peter Gabriel to name this fifth album. So is a synthesizer-heavy album influenced by world music. It shows Gabriel's experimental side, but it was a more approachable album than his other releases, and it was a huge hit in the mid-'80s both on radio and MTV. Gabriel went from a cult star to a mainstream star in the rock genre very quickly with this five-fold platinum album. There's really not a bad track on this...2018-12-3146 minWhat the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next Gen1970 - October - Led Zeppelin - Led Zeppelin III“Led Zeppelin III” by Led Zeppelin Brian presents this CLASSIC album, “Three” — by Led Zeppelin. Giants of the rock genre and precursors to the heavy metal sound, Led Zeppelin would set the standard for decades as one of the big four (along with The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, and The Who) super groups of Rock and Roll. Powered by Jimmy Page on guitar, John Paul Jones on bass, Robert Plant on vocals, and John Bonham on percussion, Led Zeppelin was a household name in the rock world by 1970 when they released their third album, simply known as Led Zeppelin III. This...2018-12-2443 minWhat the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next Gen1988 - August - Jane’s Addiction - Nothing’s Shocking“Nothing’s Shocking” by Jane’s Addiction Wayne presents this album, “Nothing's Shocking,” — the first studio album by Jane's Addiction. This alternative rock band from Los Angeles had released a self-titled live album in 1987. Perry Farrell was the lead singer and writer for the group. The group would break up in the early 90's over how to split the money. Although tensions in the band would drive the split, their heavy, angry, wall-of-sound approach would lead the way for the grunge music to come a few years later. We hope you enjoy this heavy hitting feature. “Idiots Rule...2018-12-1741 minWhat the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next Gen1981 - July - Escape - JourneyJULY of 1981 “Escape” by Journey Brian hosts this seventh album from JOURNEY — Escape, which catapulted the rock group into the stratosphere on the strength of Steve Perry's soaring vocals, Neal Schon's hook-laden guitar riffs, and newcomer Jonathan Cain's keyboards and songwriting. The album artwork featured a stylized scarab spaceship breaking out of a sphere. This album transitions from a straightforward hard rock vibe with "Keep on Runnin'" to a more mellow rock sound with Perry's well-known ballad "Open Arms." You just can't go wrong with this classic album. “Escape ” The title track from the album is f...2018-11-2641 minWhat the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next Gen1978 - July - Some Girls- The Rolling Stones“Some Girls” by the Rolling Stones By the time that “Some Girls” was released The Rolling Stones were a household name. This was their 14th British and 16th Studio album, and was both a commercial and critical hit. Many reviewers consider this the best album since "Exile on Main Street." Rock music was taking a back seat to punk rock and glam rock, and the late '70's was dominated by disco. “Some Girls” represents a return to Rock's roots, and focuses on the vibe of New York. We hope you enjoy this installment focused on the supergroup k...2018-10-2244 minWhat the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next Gen1981 - APRIL - Fair Warning - Van Halen“Fair Warning” by Van Halen Eddie and Alex Van Halen moved to America from the Netherlands as children of a musician father. Eddie and Alex formed their band along with front man and perennial showman David Lee Roth and bassist/vocalist Michael Anthony, and were known as a hard working band in Pasadena. It wasn't long before they developed a following of several thousand in the area, and Gene Simmons of Kiss fame connected them with a record label. ​Join us as Brian brings us this hard charging third album from Van Halen, Fair Warning. Mean S...2018-09-2440 minWhat the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next Gen1966 - APRIL - If You Can Believe Your Eyes and Ears - The Mamas and the PapasIf You Can Believe Your Eyes and Ears, by the Mamas and the Papas Brian hosted this Album. Monday Monday California Dreamin' Hey Girl Go Where You Want to Go Got a Feelin' ENTERTAINMENT TRACK: Theme from Flipper. STAFF PICKS: "Five o'clock World" The Vogues Wayne's pick. “Groovy Kind of Love” - Wayne Fontana & the MindBenders Rob's Pick. "Shapes of Things" - The Yardbirds Bruce's Pick. “19th Nervous Breakdown” - Rolling Stones Brian's pick. LAUGH TRACK: Spanish Flea - H...2018-07-3030 minWhat the Riff Next GenWhat the Riff Next Gen1991 Feb - Queen - InnuendoFEATURE: Queen - Innuendo from FEBRUARY 1991 Freddy Mercury - the iconic lead vocalist for Queen - was nearing the end of his battle with AIDS as the band was putting together their 14th album. This would be the last album of all-new material with Freddy Mercury, as he would die in November of that year. This is a great album, and a poignant one, as Mercury's health was deteriorating. Join us as we explore this album and other great songs from February of 1991. The Show Must Go On Written primarily by Brian May...2018-06-1141 minOn Screen & BeyondOn Screen & BeyondOSB 457 George Schlatter "Rowan and Martin's Laugh-In"Episode 457 of On Screen & Beyond - George Schlatter joins us to talk about his hit show from the 60's, the classic "Rowan and Martin's Laugh-In". He takes us behind the scenes of this monster classic.!2017-06-1224 minThe Double StopThe Double StopEp.53: Rowan Robertson (Dio, Logan Robertson Revisited, DC4, Bang Tango)Rowan Robertson (Dio, DC4, Bang Tango) walks us through his career – from joining Dio at only 17 years old, to having his album with Oni Logan (Violets Demise) shelved – all the way up to current projects such as DC4 and Bang Tango. From the writing sessions for “Lock Up The Wolves” to preparing for his years Monsters of Rock cruise, it’s all covered. Buy Rowan Robertson music on iTunes    2015-03-2959 min