Everyone who has a band wants to be like the Beatles? Maybe the front man wants to be Like Diamond David Lee Roth if they are athletic, or maybe they want to be like Freddie Mercury and seize the moment with the audience. Do some feel they can sing like Brian Johnson, or bang on the drums like Tommy Lee.  Well whoever they are there are some songs that just might fit the traditional rock band.

The 27 Club: Beware the Siren's Song. Like the Hotel California, once you check in to the 27 Club, you can never leave. What is it about this much-dreaded group that attracts so many rockers? Is it fate or just bad internal GPS. Find out!

As we dug deep into the FWCRS Vault, this was the first episode of the permanent trio. As Kennedy and Wheeler were performing pilot episodes, they found solitude in the Dr. Clarke. Who has embarked on this forever journey and this was the birth of the 3 Amigos...

Kennedy, Wheeler, & Dr. Clarke

Classic Rock is a radio format which developed from the Album Oriented Rock (AOR) format in the early 1980s.  The guys tend to take a stab at explaining on who and what is classic rock and should not be there.  Have a listen.....

Classic Rock is a radio format which developed from the Album Oriented Rock (AOR) format in the early 1980s. The guys tend to take a stab at explaining who and what is classic rock and should not be there. Have a listen.....

The lecture comes from the heart. Harrison has never regarded himself as a solo performer, nor has he ever wanted to be one. Far less has he ever seen himself as master of ceremonies, charged with carrying an entire show. It is a role to which he believes he is almost wholly ill-suited, listen in as Medicated Wheeler explains the concert in depth....

Do you think you know Canadian Music, well so did we until we did the four part series of this beautiful country.  From the east coast to the west coast, The 3 Amigos taught themselves a history lesson, in a nutshell of Canadian Music... Part 4 Welcome to the FWCRS Vault.

Do you think you know Canadian Music, well so did we until we did the four part series of this beautiful country.  From the east coast to the west coast, The 3 Amigos taught themselves a history lesson, in a nutshell of Canadian Music... Part 3 Welcome to the FWCRS Vault.

Do you think you know Canadian Music, well so did we until we did the four part series of this beautiful country.  From the east coast to the west coast, The 3 Amigos taught themselves a history lesson, in a nutshell of Canadian Music... Part 2 Welcome to the FWCRS Vault.

Do you think you know Canadian Music, well so did we until we did the four part series of this beautiful country.  From the east coast to the west coast, The 3 Amigos taught themselves a history lesson, in a nutshell of Canadian Music... Part 1

Ever wonder why there have been numerous line up changes in one of the Greatest Classic rock band, so did Kennedy, and even though he has admitted that David Lee Roth is the best, he still gives credit where it's due, and of course it's with David Lee Roth....

The best Beach Boys album, one of the best of the 1960s. The group here reached a whole new level in terms of both composition and production, layering tracks upon tracks of vocals and instruments to create a richly symphonic sound. Dr. Clarke takes you on his magical mystery journey, on why he agrees with the critics on this album. Listen in.

When we went back into the vault, we never knew that Kennedy was not perfect, or seemed that Clarke was the brains on a certain bet of who produced the White Album, the verdict is still out and as per Kennedy it was Jeff Lynne to help out George Martin at the time.  The facts don't lie, but critics feel Kennedy was right and Dr. Clarke Was Wrong...... Listen in friends of the show.

Was there ever a time you had a question that needed an answer. Well you are in luck, as the guys dig deep into their VAULT.  The 30 burning questions of Classic Rock have come back with full force and more questions to fuel to the fire. Listen in on this fabulous day.

Like DMX said in the Hip/Hop Rap World, What's My Name... The Ferris Wheel Classic Rock Show go down a list of those famous artists we all love & know, we reveal what their actual birth certificate really says.  Mom and Dad are proud for sure. Also keep a close listen to Dr Clarke get mad when the Beatles George Harrison appears on this list.  Nothing like a classic from the Ferris Wheel Classic Rock Show VAULT!!!

Wish You Were, under this Division Bell, on the Dark Side of the Moon.  We are all animals with the same Atom Heart Mother.  We all like to Meddle with the Pipers at the Gates of Dawn, who are behind The Wall. I have had a Momentary Lapse of Reason, due to The Delicate Sound of Thunder.  I am always at my best when I am at the Endless River with my good friend Ummagumma.  Join the guys with their special guest Carlo, as they discuss the prog legends Pink Floyd.

In this episode, Dr. Clarke parlays two visits (count 'em, 2) to Jim Morrison's Paris grave site, inspiring a unique, special interpretation of a seminal classic rock band that's like no other - before or since.

The three amigos are joined by an outstanding star DJ and Bowie freak to deliver an episode that has as much panache, color and style as Bowie's hairstyles throughout the years. Listen in and go through a few ch-ch-changes.

You start in the garage with heavy rock, garnish with grunge, then bake it up with punk and some beauty ballads. They play stadiums and when they leave, they take the garage with them. Listen in while Ferris Kennedy explains aural nirvana.

Darlings of college rock but too moody to stay on campus while hanging with the post-punk and alternative rock crowds. Discover what all the noise was about.

To invert a bit of Hamlet, it’s a tale told by a master storyteller, full of drums and guitars, signifying a lot. In 1964, Jimmie Nicol was a Beatle for two weeks, and then… what happened? Jim Berkenstadt, a rock and roll detective, follows Jimmie’s trail around the world. Jimmie’s story is exciting, surprising, inspiring and perplexing. Dr. Clarke and Jim Berkenstadt discuss Jimmie Nicol’s sixty-year odyssey and let you decide how it all turned out.

Bon vs. Brian: AC/DC's Big Question. Is one singer better than the other? You didn't believe you'd ever get an answer to this classic rock conundrum. Ferris Kennedy puts his reputation on the line and delivers!

India's Influence on Classic Rock: It wasn't just the Beatles who brought Indian music to Western ears. Steven Wheeler traces the expanding and exciting influence of Eastern music on classic rock across the latter half of the twentieth century.

All About the Summer of Love 1967 - In this exclusive show, Dr. Ian Clarke burns patchouli oil, wears love beads, and puts this magical summer under a psychedelic microscope to discover why it was - and remains - so influential to pop culture and classic rock.

Classic Rock Stars Erased by Their Own Bands - When Eric Clapton sang "I don't want to fade away" (from Bell-Bottom Blues) he was likely referring to a well-known penchant major rock bands have for axing members.Sometimes the axed member deserves it - but often, the execution is unexpected and merciless. We call it as we see it folks.

Van Halen: From A to V. Ferris Kennedy gives you all there is to give on this classic rock band - from A to V. If you ever wondered what all the noise was about, get ready for an Ear-ruption!

The Wonderful, Tragic Tale of Creedence Clearwater Revival:  CCR is among the gods of classic rock. But their success ignited firestorms of lawsuits, recriminations, betrayals and bitterness. Hunker down with a cold beverage as Dr. Clarke gives you need-to-know info on what went down.

Acknowledged as the most successful and influential band of the heavy rock era, with a catalog that continues to inspire. What The Beatles were to the '60s, Led Zeppelin were to the '70s: a band so successful and innovative they wound up creating the prism through which their entire epoch was seen. Zeppelin ushered in the era of album rock. The Boys Of Classic Rock Podcast dive in to the legends of Classic Rock.

Who's on Third? A look at the # 3 Classic Rock Band. You know who holds the # 1 and # 2 positions of best classic rock band. But who is # 3? Find out. Also, the Recording Industry has funny money and math. Dr. Clarke operates under Ian's knock, Medicated Wheeler gets intimate with Bob Dylan in his Vinyl Review, & Kennedy goes crazy with Yes or No?

"Not many classic rock bands have just three members. Trios have a different attitude and sound. In this episode, our own trio "Kennedy, Clarke & Wheeler" list some of the best threesomes "ever"

Can you define classic rock? We didn't think so. We're here to help. Through our careful selection of examples and rapier-like insights, you can listen to brilliance in action...or not. And checkout Wheeler's Vinyl Review as he raps about the new Jefferson Airplane LP.

Nickelback: Canada's Greatest Band... or What Love 'em. Hate 'em. There doesn't seem to be a middle ground for Nickelback. Why? Often the band is celebrated as Canada's greatest rock export. Ferris Kennedy has had enough!  He makes a strong case that you—and your friends—should give Nickelback another listen. So go ahead, fire up this episode and begin the journey.

Part 2: Amidst great odds, we continue with part two of how 101 classic rock bands got their often disturbing names. Hey. this kind of knowledge will make you special. Plus, Steven Wheeler reviews new vinyl from Chicago

Part 1: They said it couldn't be done, that we were jabbering fools.101 bands? No way....Well, now who's the fool?... In this exclusive two-part episode, we drill down until it hurts. Plus, Steven Wheeler reviews new vinyl from REM.

Classic Rock Songs Written Quickly - maybe too quickly. You be the judge. From 'Yesterday' to 'Losing My Religion', we confront the weird phenomenon of amazing classic rock songs "just showing up".

America vs. Canada : Who has the Best Rock Bands? Part 2. Well hopefully after the first part you either agree with Kennedy or not.  In the second part to finalize the 20 bands Kennedy supplies his semi-professional opinions, to himself, now you must live with your conscience. Did these answers change your life?

America vs. Canada : Who has the Best Rock Bands? Part 1 You decide. Ferris Kennedy supplies semi-professional opinions, but you must live with your conscience.The answers could change your life!

In this dangerous episode, Dr. Clarke bravely enters the Gothic castle of digital reanimation, risking Vampiric Drain spell attacks as he attempts to stake a dark and evil phenomenon. Wish him well, as Kennedy & Wheeler play the roles of Shaggy & Scooby-Doo!!

Ever listen to your favorite band, find that amazing song that is last on that specific album.  The sound it makes when you hear it on your turntable, or you skipped to that track on a compact disc. Did you search it or speak for it on spotify. Join the team as Wheeler takes the lead, and guides us into his findings, you will be surprised.

Aerosmith: The Boys from Beantown who made hair bands mainstream. 50 years & counting & they have come a long way from being "Toys In The Attic". They put the Rock in "Rocks", they were able to make you "Pump", and in turn you were able to "Get A Grip", before you "Just Push Play", & after that you were able to "Walk This Way". There's so much you need to know... Also, how the hell did Woodstock really happen? And what about that new John Lennon Box Set?

Can you define Southern Rock? No, you can't. It's a job for professionals, like us. Our podcast can actually make you sound smarter. So let's head off to where the sun always shines...

Few rock bands are better than the Beatles...but they do exist. Or do they? That's what we were born to figure out. So listen in.

The Mysterious Death of Rolling Stone Brian Jones. Aside from founding perhaps the world's greatest rock band, Brian Jones was a brilliant musician. He was also a very troubled young man. In this episode of Serious Rock Talk Crime, Dr. Clarke investigates the circumstances of Brian Jones's death, and how he joined that most infamous of all groups, The 27 Club.

More than just one hot minute, few rock groups of the '80s broke down as many musical barriers & were as original as the Red Hot Chili Peppers.  Creating an intoxicating new musical style with funk & punk rock, combined with a stage presence that no one forgets & the infamous sock covering parts of mother nature, they spawned a slew of imitators in their wake, but still managed to be the leaders of the pack by the dawn of the 21st century. Led by Kennedy, we dive into the wild side.

On September 21 in 1968, "All Along the Watchtower" was released by Jimi Hendrix, in 1974 BTO released "You Ain't Seen Nothin' Yet, & 1993 Nirvana's album "In Utero" was released. Now on this day 2020, The Ferris Wheel Rock Show has launched Season 5, & We Are Rockin'.

How do you account for the most popular band of the 1970s? Dr. Clarke is the first ever to declare - "Gram Parsons and the Hollies had a baby and they named it The Eagles." It's a start. Get smart and get entertained.

Dr. Clarke, who has written about the Doors for over thirty years, debunks the mystery of Morrison's death and exposes the role of clever commercialization in revivifying a defunct group. He still remains a huge Doors fan.