Explore every episode of the podcast Rock n Roll History & Culture: Rock Talk Studio
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| Cameron Crowe memoir The Uncool- Book Review | 25 Nov 2025 | 00:11:38 | |
The only true currency in this bankrupt world is what you share with someone else when you're uncool. Cameron Crowe delivers stories only he could tell. Pure rock n roll history here. No one interviewed Bowie, Greg Allman, Jimmy Page, Ronnie Van Zant, Joni Mitchell, Glen Fry- to name a few, at the age of 15!! *Want the latest in Rock N Roll Book and Documentaries news sent to your inbox? Sign up for the FREE monthly BLAST!! newsletter- right here New editions come out on the last Friday of the month featuring all the book buzz and doc news, recently released titles, top 5 lists, and entry into ALL giveaways and more. email Big Rick at: | |||
| Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere Review | 18 Nov 2025 | 00:13:07 | |
The new Springsteen biopic feels like it’s missing a huge piece, and it’s enough to make me completely rethink how the Nebraska chapter deserves to be told. The most anticipated rock n roll movie of 2025 is out and I can't wait to talk about it. *Want the latest in Rock N Roll Book and Documentaries news sent to your inbox? Sign up for the FREE monthly BLAST!! newsletter- right here New editions come out on the last Friday of the month featuring all the book buzz and doc news, recently released titles, top 5 lists, and entry into ALL giveaways and more. email Big Rick at: | |||
| The Colonel and the King: Tom Parker, Elvis Presley, and the Partnership That Rocked the World Book Review | 09 Sep 2025 | 00:10:08 | |
From the award-winning biographer of Elvis Presley comes a groundbreaking look at the King and his controversial manager. Drawing on never before seen letters, it reveals the Colonel not just as a reviled figure, but as Elvis’s confidant, friend, and architect of his success. *Want the latest in Rock N Roll Book and Documentaries news sent to your inbox? Sign up for the FREE monthly BLAST!! newsletter- right here New editions come out on the last Friday of the month featuring all the book buzz and doc news, recently released titles, top 5 lists, and entry into ALL giveaways and more. email Big Rick at: | |||
| Devo The Documentary Review | 02 Sep 2025 | 00:08:52 | |
What was Devo trying to say with their music? A lot more than Whip it! This doc opened my eyes to how deep and artistic this band really was. *Want the latest in Rock N Roll Book and Documentaries news sent to your inbox? Sign up for the FREE monthly BLAST!! newsletter- right here New editions come out on the last Friday of the month featuring all the book buzz and doc news, recently released titles, top 5 lists, and entry into ALL giveaways and more. Just announced! The release of two new books Iron Maiden: Infinite Dreams - October 7 Oasis: Trying to Find A Way Out Of Nowhere - October 14 email Big Rick at: | |||
| The Rock n Roll Almanac Book Review | 26 Aug 2025 | 00:10:33 | |
It’s 70 years of rock n roll packed into 366 days. A virtual time machine for fans. What if every day came with its own slice of rock history? That’s exactly what this book does. It’s 366 days, 400+ albums, 2,700+ stories. *Want the latest in Rock N Roll Book and Documentaries news sent to your inbox? Sign up for the FREE monthly BLAST!! newsletter- right here New editions come out on the last Friday of the month featuring all the book buzz and doc news, recently released titles, top 5 lists, and entry into ALL giveaways and more. email Big Rick at: | |||
| Garland Jeffreys: The King of In-Between Documentary Review | 19 Aug 2025 | 00:08:16 | |
Bruce Springsteen said that Garland Jeffreys was on par, as a songwriter, with Bob Dylan and Neil Young!!! Wow! This doc is an interesting exploration of success, while making sure to explain and introduce probably to a lot of people, the depth of Garland Jeffreys and his life as an underappreciated artist. *Want the latest in Rock N Roll Book and Documentaries news sent to your inbox? Sign up for the FREE monthly BLAST!! newsletter- right here New editions come out on the last Friday of the month featuring all the book buzz and doc news, recently released titles, top 5 lists, and entry into ALL giveaways and more. email Big Rick at: | |||
| Tonight In Jungleland: The Making of Born To Run Book Review | 12 Aug 2025 | 00:11:52 | |
Want to win some great Outlaw Music Festival merchandise? Have you seen the beyond cool gear they put together to celebrate Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan, Billy Strings, Lucinda Williams, Wilco and more? Just send me an email at the address below and I will enter you in to win. Three lucky Rock Talk Studio winners will get a chance at some Outlaw Music Festival 10th Anniversary Branded Merchandise. Check out the 10th Anniversary swag-Outlaw Music Festival Springsteen's Born To Run was made under the presence of a ton of record label pressure. It was do or die time for Bruce. This is the story about how after selling roughly 50K of his first two records, he created this career defining masterpiece. email Big Rick at: | |||
| Billy Joel: And So It Goes Documentary Review | 05 Aug 2025 | 00:10:56 | |
Want to win some great Outlaw Music Festival merchandise? Have you seen the beyond cool gear they put together to celebrate Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan, Billy Strings, Lucinda Williams, Wilco and more? Just send me an email at the address below and I will enter you in to win. Three lucky Rock Talk Studio winners will get a chance at some Outlaw Music Festival 10th Anniversary Branded Merchandise. Check out the 10th Anniversary swag-Outlaw Music Festival This episode is all about Billy Joel! Is 5 hours enough for you? Maybe too much? Tune in for the answer that just might surprise you. email Big Rick at: | |||
| Loud and Clear: The Grateful Dead’s Wall of Sound and the Quest for Audio Perfection- Book Review | 29 Jul 2025 | 00:11:09 | |
This book is equal parts technical chronicle and counterculture memoir dives deep into the Grateful Dead, and the massive, brain-bending machinery used to build their iconic sound system- The Wall of Sound. *This episode is sponsored by the Outlaw Music Festival 10th Anniversary Merchandise. Want to win some of that great Outlaw merchandise? Just send me an email at the address below and I will enter you in to win. Three lucky Rock Talk Studio winners will get a chance at some great gear. Check out the 10th Anniversary swag here-Outlaw Music Festival email Big Rick at: | |||
| Sharing In The Groove: The Untold Story of the 90's Jam Band Explosion Book Review | 22 Jul 2025 | 00:10:33 | |
When you think of rock ‘n’ roll hotspots, Princeton, New Jersey probably doesn’t make the list. But according to Sharing in the Groove, maybe it should.
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| The Whyte Python World Tour: Book Review | 15 Jul 2025 | 00:07:49 | |
The book is equal parts parody and love letter to the excess’s of 1980s music culture. I've never reviewed a book like this on the podcast, but now that I have, I am glad I did! email Big Rick at: | |||
| Bono: Stories of Surrender Documentary Review | 08 Jul 2025 | 00:09:55 | |
Looking for a doc that is artsy, gutsy and very real. A doc that is meaningful, clever, and deep. Bono does something in 86 minutes that most documentaries struggle to do-he grabs your attention, sparks your emotion and delivers on a very high level. *Want to win a free copy of Guns N' Roses at 40 book? It's easy, just send me an email to sign up. You can find a link to my email address below. *Reminder this is for US citizens only* email Big Rick at: | |||
| The Truth Behind Ozzy's Final Years | 04 Nov 2025 | 00:09:43 | |
The second memoir from Ozzy entitled Last Rites, unearths what was going on in the last few years of his life. This episode explores why this book is a key piece of rock n roll history. *Want the latest in Rock N Roll Book and Documentaries news sent to your inbox? Sign up for the FREE monthly BLAST!! newsletter- right here New editions come out on the last Friday of the month featuring all the book buzz and doc news, recently released titles, top 5 lists, and entry into ALL giveaways and more. email Big Rick at: | |||
| Guns N' Roses at 40 Book Review | 24 Jun 2025 | 00:09:30 | |
Guns n Roses at 40 is a hardcover beast—sleek, embossed, and packed with full-color photos, gatefold timelines, and handmade Sunset Strip flyers. It’s pure class with just the right amount of dirt under the nails. *This episode is sponsored by Motorbooks—one of my favorite sponsors because they always hook up the Rock Talk Studio audience with a chance to win great books! And with this sponsorship, they’re taking it one step further by giving away two copies of Guns N' Roses at 40. All you need to do to enter is send me an email, and I’ll enter you into the drawing. Good luck! email Big Rick at: | |||
| Buzz Me In: Inside The Record Plant Studios Book Review | 17 Jun 2025 | 00:10:03 | |
Buzz Me In: Inside The Record Plant Studio chronicles how two men (with a little help from Hendrix) built the go-to recording hub of the decade. Over-the-top partying, tight deadlines, all-night sessions, and egos the size of hotel suites — this is the 1970s music scene in full throttle. *This episode is sponsored by Thames & Hudson - the world's great publisher of illustrated books on Art, Architecture, Design, Photography, Fashion, Lifestyle, Music, History. *Authors David Goggin and Martin Porter created a Spotify playlist to go with every chapter— Listen here *Want the latest in Rock N Roll Book and Documentaries news sent to your inbox? Sign up for the Monthly BLAST!! the newsletter that comes out on the last Friday of the month that features book buzz and doc news, recently released titles, top 5 lists, and more. Just shoot me over an email at the address below and say Big Rick, send me over that Blast! email Big Rick at: | |||
| Top 5 Rock n Roll Documentaries of 2025 - So far | 10 Jun 2025 | 00:12:22 | |
Looking for a great new rock n roll documentary to check out? Here's the Top 5 rock n roll docs that have been released so far in 2025. This episode is sponsored by Thames & Hudson Publishing, who were kind enough for hooking one lucky reader up with a free copy of the new book Buzz Me In: Inside The Record Plant Studio. *This episode is sponsored by Thames & Hudson who is sending me over a new book to give away!! Want to win a free copy of the new book Buzz Me In: Inside The Record Plant Studio? It's easy, just send me an email to sign up. You can find a link to my email address below. *Reminder this is for US citizens only* email Big Rick at: | |||
| Top 5 Rock N Roll Books of 2025 - So far | 03 Jun 2025 | 00:12:38 | |
Looking for a new great rock n roll book to check out? Here's the Top 5 rock n roll books that have been released so far in 2025. *This episode is sponsored by Thames & Hudson who is sending me over a new book to give away!! Want to win a free copy of the new book Buzz Me In: Inside The Record Plant Studio? It's easy, just send me an email to sign up. You can find a link to my email address below. *Reminder this is for US citizens only* email Big Rick at: | |||
| Slacker: 1991, Teen Spirit Angst, and the Generation It Created: Book Review | 27 May 2025 | 00:11:16 | |
The last genre that truly changed everything? Author Rob Janicke’s book Slacker tells how grunge didn’t just change music—It changed people. *This episode is sponsored by Thames & Hudson who is sending me over a new book to give away. Want to win a free copy of the new book Buzz Me In: Inside The Record Plant Studio? It's easy, just send me an email to sign up. You can find a link to my email address below. *Reminder this is for US citizens only* email Big Rick at: | |||
| Rock n Roll Podcast Day 2025 | 21 May 2025 | 00:09:57 | |
Celebrating all the great Rock n Roll podcasts! Here's the top recommendations for a bunch of great shows to check out.
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| Richard Manuel: His Life and Music, from the Hawks and Bob Dylan to The Band | 13 May 2025 | 00:14:33 | |
Richard Manual's biography finally does justice to one of rock’s most heartbreaking and beautiful voices. Author Stephen T. Lewis paints a vivid, deeply human portrait of Richard Manuel: gentle, complicated, and quietly unraveling. *Want to win a free copy of Queen & A Night At The Opera: 50 Years? It's easy, just send me an email to sign up. You can find a link to my email address below. *Reminder this is for US citizens only* Sign up for the Monthly BLAST!! the newsletter that comes out on the last Friday of the month that features book buzz and doc news, recently released titles, top 5 lists, and more. Just shoot me over an email at the address below and say Big Rick, send me over that Blast!! email Big Rick at: | |||
| Brian Wilson Book Review - Smile: The Rise, Fall, and Resurrection of Brian Wilson | 06 May 2025 | 00:14:34 | |
SMiLE was an album that never came out. Not in the ’60s when it was made. Not after Pet Sounds. Brian Wilson made an album-when he was 24- that was so visionary it nearly broke him. And this tremendous book gives you everything you ever wanted to know about how SMiLE became myth, then obsession, then burden, and then finally against all odds- triumph! *Want to win a free copy of Queen & A Night At The Opera: 50 Years? It's easy, just send me an email to sign up. You can find a link to my email address below. *Reminder this is for US citizens only* Sign up for the Monthly BLAST!! the newsletter that comes out on the last Friday of the month that features book buzz and doc news, recently released titles, top 5 lists, and more. Just shoot me over an email at the address below and say Big Rick, send me over that Blast!! email Big Rick at: | |||
| Becoming Led Zeppelin Documentary Review | 29 Apr 2025 | 00:09:36 | |
One rehearsal in the summer of ’68 lit the fuse—Becoming Led Zeppelin captures the raw formation of a band that would change music forever. With newly unearthed John Bonham audio and exclusive interviews from Page, Plant, and Jones, this doc is pure voltage—no critics, no fluff, just Zeppelin, and a ton of great music, in their own words. *Want to win a free copy of Queen & A Night At The Opera: 50 Years? It's easy, just send me an email to sign up. You can find a link to my email address below. *Reminder this is for US citizens only* Sign up for the Monthly BLAST!! the newsletter that comes out on the last Friday of the month that features book buzz and doc news, recently released titles, top 5 lists, and more. Just shoot me over an email at the address below and say Big Rick, send me over that Blast!! email Big Rick at: | |||
| Queen & A Night at the Opera: 50 Years Book Review | 22 Apr 2025 | 00:09:13 | |
This isn’t just a book. It’s a front-row seat to the moment Queen became immortal. Queen & A Night at the Opera: 50 Years by Gillian G. Gaar is a lavish, photo-packed look into the album that changed everything. With over 250 stunning images, behind-the-scenes stories, and rare insights, this book captures the chaos, craft, and brilliance behind Queen’s boldest leap. Built like a coffee table book, packed like a vault — this is the ultimate Queen fan artifact. *Want to win a free copy of Queen & A Night At The Opera: 50 Years? It's easy, just send me an email to sign up. You can find a link to my email address below. *Reminder this is for US citizens only* And thank you to our sponsor Motorbooks for hooking us up with a give away of this book! You can check out Motorbooks other great titles here. email Big Rick at: | |||
| The 90's Alt-Rock Revolution -What Really Happened | 28 Oct 2025 | 00:10:38 | |
Alternative For The Masses: The 90's Alt-Rock Revolution Book Review Writer Greg Prato weaves together more than 60 new interviews that were conducted exclusively for the book, capturing a time when underground music briefly took over the mainstream. Prato gives space to the entire ecosystem that made the movement matter. This is a very deep oral history that looks at the chaotic, creative shift that completely rewired what rock could sound and feel like. Want to win a free copy of the new book Oasis: Trying To Find A Way Out of Nowhere? Sign up to enter the giveaway right here. *Reminder this is for US citizens only* email Big Rick at: | |||
| Tom Petty's Heartbreakers Beach Party- Documentary Review | 15 Apr 2025 | 00:09:48 | |
In 1983, Cameron Crowe — still early in his career — picked up a camera and quietly captured something incredible. The result? A grainy, gutsy, joy-fueled snapshot of a band still hungry, and still trying to figuring it all out. Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers in their hungry years. MTV aired it once in the middle of the night, then shelved it for being too raw. *Want to stay on top of the world of Rock N Roll Book and Documentaries? Sign up for the Monthly BLAST!! The BLAST!! drops the last Friday of every month, packed with the hottest book buzz, exclusive doc updates, and the current Top 5 lists. It's your VIP pass to what’s next in books and docs. Only once a month. Always worth it! Just shoot me over an email at the address below and say Big Rick, send me that Blast!! email Big Rick at: | |||
| I Hope I Get Old Before I Die: Book Review | 08 Apr 2025 | 00:12:44 | |
From McCartney, The Stones, Creedence Clearwater Revival and Bob Dylan, to Live Aid, farewell tours, tribute acts and Cherry Garcia ice cream. This book by David Hepworth, documents how and why rockers have made it this long, and looks at the pivotal moments that pushed their careers, whether they liked it or not, into the future. *Want to win a free copy of Mike Campbell's memoir Heartbreaker? It's easy, just send me an email to sign up. You can find a link to my email address below. *Reminder this is for US citizens only* email Big Rick at: | |||
| Lollapalooza: The Uncensored Story of Alternative Rock's Wildest Festival: Book Review | 01 Apr 2025 | 00:14:39 | |
Perry Farrell's vision transformed a chaotic farewell tour into one of the most influential music festivals, blending diverse acts and cultures in a groundbreaking way. This book features over 200 interviews from artists, promoters, and crew, on how Lollapalooza reshaped the music industry and became a cultural phenomenon. *Want to win a free copy of Mike Campbell's memoir Heartbreaker? It's easy, just send me an email to sign up. You can find a link to my email address below. *Reminder this is for US citizens only* email Big Rick at: | |||
| Teenage Wasteland: The Who at Winterland, 1968 and 1976 Book Review | 25 Mar 2025 | 00:11:35 | |
The Who at two very different stages of their career is presented not only visually (this book has over 500 pictures!) but also with an engaging narrative. Teenage Wasteland: The Who at Winterland, 1968 and 1976 is an innovative approach. One that succeeds because it found a way of delivering all these pictures with comprehensive coverage of The Who during a pivotal time in the bands career. *Want to win a free copy of Mike Campbell's memoir Heartbreaker? It's easy, just send me an email to sign up. You can find a link to my email address below. *Reminder this is for US citizens only* email Big Rick at: | |||
| Sly Lives! aka The Burden of Black Genius Documentary Review | 18 Mar 2025 | 00:14:07 | |
Sly Stone invented a sound and style that took the world by storm. It's safe to say there would be no Prince if it weren't for Sly. So why did it come to such a crashing end? Questlove directs a documentary that goes right after the challenges that ruined Sly's music and life while celebrating his genius. BIG NEWS ABOUT THIS MONTH"S GIVEAWAY!! *Want to win a free copy of Mike Campbell's new memoir Heartbreaker? It's easy, just send me an email to sign up. You can find a link to my email address below. *Reminder this is for US citizens only* email Big Rick at: | |||
| Peter Wolf: Waiting on The Moon Book Review | 11 Mar 2025 | 00:14:49 | |
Peter Wolf ex lead singer of The J.Geils Band delivers 35 chapters on his encounters with the most unusual, and extremely interesting people who came into his life. Alfred Hithcock, Muddy Waters, Bob Dylan, David Lynch, Julia Child, Norman Rockwell, Van Morrison, John Lee Hooker and Faye Dunaway all play a significant part in this story. And that is just a few of the names!! This is one of rock n roll's most unique memoirs. ******This week's SHOUT OUT goes to Mad Music Radio Mad Music Radio is a small cluster of five internet-only non-commercial radio stations bringing you fantastic music 24 hours a day. They also publish stories at least twice a week on the Patreon, Substack and the Medium platforms. Mad Music Radio, tunes and tales too good to be ignored. It nice that you get a few options to choose from. They have blues, rock, oldies, The Dead and Jazz stations. Whoever does the programing for this has a great ear, I love the diversity and the way they play cuts so deep I would call them lost. Check em out - Mad Music Radio ****** Want more news and reviews of the best new rock n roll books and docs out there? The Rock Talk Studio BLAST!! is a monthly newsletter that comes out on the last Friday of the month that keep you on top of all the new releases. Just send me an email using the address below and say "Big Rick send me that BLAST!!" email Big Rick at: | |||
| Mike Campbell Heartbreaker Book Review | 04 Mar 2025 | 00:11:12 | |
Mike Campbell's memoir Heartbreaker, written with Ari Surdoval, is going to blow the minds of every Tom Petty fan. This book includes stories never told and a depth that is rare in a memoir. It is chock full of stories never told and uncovers the inner workings of Mike's relationship with Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers. ******This week's SHOUT OUT goes to Mad Music Radio Mad Music Radio is a small cluster of five internet-only non-commercial radio stations bringing you fantastic music 24 hours a day. They also publish stories at least twice a week on the Patreon, Substack and the Medium platforms. Mad Music Radio, tunes and tales too good to be ignored. I like that you get a few options to choose from. They have blues, rock, oldies, The Dead and Jazz stations. Whoever does the programing for this has a great ear, I love the diversity and the way they play cuts so deep I would call them lost. Check em out - Mad Music Radio ****** Want more news and reviews of the best new rock n roll books and docs out there? The Rock Talk Studio BLAST!! is a monthly newsletter that comes out on the last Friday of the month that keep you on top of all the new releases. Just send me an email using the address below and say "Big Rick send me that BLAST!!" email Big Rick at: | |||
| Rock n Roll Book and Documentary News for February 2025 | 18 Feb 2025 | 00:12:25 | |
All the latest book buzz and doc news from artists like: Led Zeppelin, Bob Dylan, Brian Wilson, Tom Petty, Genesis, The Cars, Peter Wolf of The J.Geils Band and many more. Find out the news on all the upcoming titles. *Want to stay on top of the world of Rock N Roll Book and Documentaries? That's also easy. Sign up for the Monthly BLAST!! the newsletter that comes out on the last Friday of the month that features book buzz and doc news, recently released titles, top 5 lists, and more. Just shoot me over an email at the address below and say Big Rick, send me that Blast!! This weeks SHOUT OUT goes to Mad Music Radio Mad Music Radio is a small cluster of five internet-only non-commercial radio stations bringing you fantastic music 24 hours a day. They also publish stories at least twice a week on the Patreon, Substack and the Medium platforms. Mad Music Radio, tunes and tales too good to be ignored. I like that you get a few options to choose from. They have blues, rock, oldies, The Dead and Jazz stations. Whoever does the programing for this has a great ear, I love the diversity and the way they play cuts so deep I would call them lost. Check em out - Mad Music Radio email Big Rick at: | |||
| Norm's Rare Guitars Documentary Review | 11 Feb 2025 | 00:12:32 | |
How did one man create a guitar shop where Bob Dylan, George Harrison, Tom Petty, Slash, Joe Bonamassa, Melisa Ethridge and Kiefer Sutherland all felt as comfortable as a regular customer? This documentary Norm's Rare Guitars looks at the story behind one of the most iconic guitar shops in the world. *Want to win a free copy of Chris Stein of Blondie's memoir Under A Rock? It's easy, just send me an email to sign up. You can find a link to my email address below. *Reminder this is for US citizens only*
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| Cheap Trick: American Standard Book Review | 04 Feb 2025 | 00:10:24 | |
Cheap Trick is one of rock's most quirkiest bands with a mid career triumph that launched the band into stardom. How did that all come about, and how did they manage a career that has lasted over 50 years? It's all in the book Cheap Trick American Standard from the Bars to the Budokan and Beyond by Ross Warner. *Want to win a free copy of Chris Stein of Blondie's memoir Under A Rock? It's easy, just send me an email to sign up. You can find a link to my email address below. *Reminder this is for US citizens only* email Big Rick at: | |||
| Oasis: Trying To Find A Way Out of Nowhere - Book Review | 21 Oct 2025 | 00:08:46 | |
With rare, unrestricted access, photographer Jill Furmanovsky captured Oasis in all their raw power, humor, and moments of vulnerability. Her photographs and stories reveal a deep trust and genuine connection between the band and the photographer. 557 photos, 30+ years of access. From candid backstage chaos to arena-size pandemonium, every shot tells a story. *This episode is sponsored by Thames & Hudson who is sending me over a free book to give away. Want to win a free copy of the new book Oasis: Trying To Find A Way Out of Nowhere? It's easy, just send me an email to sign up. You can find a link to my email address below. *Reminder this is for US citizens only* email Big Rick at: | |||
| A Complete Unknown Movie Review | 28 Jan 2025 | 00:13:23 | |
Can a huge Bob Dylan fan for over 40 years really give the movie A Complete Unknown a fair review? Here comes my best shot. And, I even own up to email Big Rick at: | |||
| Beatles 64 Documentary Review | 21 Jan 2025 | 00:10:25 | |
The Beatles have arrived in New York City! Here's a story most rock n roll fans know really well. But this doc, produced by Martin Scorcese, opens up the vaults and puts together an encompassing look at a bunch of different perspectives on the first wave of Beatlemania. email Big Rick at: | |||
| The Name Of This Band Is R.E.M. Book Review | 14 Jan 2025 | 00:10:32 | |
True magic was worked in "The Name Of This Band Is R.E.M." as author Peter Ames Carlin came up with an absolutely engaging way to weave the four band members personal stories into the broader presentation about the band. His writing just made you feel like you were right there. And REM’s humble beginnings was a great way to get an up close feel for the four members of the group and their untraditional rise to crazy stardom. email Big Rick at: | |||
| Top 10 Rock n Roll Documentaries of 2024 | 09 Jan 2025 | 00:17:33 | |
Here comes the Top 10 of 2024's best rock n roll documentaries! If you are looking for the next great doc to check out, here' my list of the best of the best. Springsteen, Joe Cocker, John Lennon, Santana, Nicky Hopkins, and Stevie Van Zandt are just a few artists that released note worth docs in 2024. Which one was the best? Join me for some great viewing recommendations and the best titles of 2024. email Big Rick at: | |||
| Top 10 Best Rock n Roll Books of 2024 | 07 Jan 2025 | 00:19:55 | |
Join me for the countdown of 2024's best rock n roll books of the year! If you are looking for the next great rock n roll book to check out, here' my list of the best of the best. There are a wide range of great books to choose from including memoirs, oral histories, autobiography's, biographs and a top ten book that took the author 20 years to write. email Big Rick at: | |||
| Best Rock n Roll Books and Docs of 2024 | 17 Dec 2024 | 00:23:36 | |
The second annual books and docs of the year award show! All the best rock n roll books and documentaries of 2024. Awards for Best Rock n Roll Book About a Band, Best Rock n Roll Book About a Band member, Best Rock n Roll Book that I Learned The Most From and Best Rock n Roll Book Not About A Band or Band Member. Plus the Best Rock n Roll Book of The Year!! email Big Rick at: | |||
| Nicky Hopkins: Session Man Documentary Review | 10 Dec 2024 | 00:09:20 | |
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| Rush at 50 Book Review and Give Away! | 03 Dec 2024 | 00:08:14 | |
This is a first for the podcast, not only do you get a review of a recommended title, one lucky winner is going to get a copy of this new slick coffee table style book - Rush at 50. How do you get in on the drawing for next months free book - Robyn Hitchcock's memoir 1967? Just send me an email at info@rocktalkstudio.com email Big Rick at: | |||
| Rock 'n' Roll Book and Documentary News for November 2024 | 26 Nov 2024 | 00:12:22 | |
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| Robert Hunter's The Silver Snarling Trumpet Book Review | 19 Nov 2024 | 00:11:08 | |
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| Rock n Roll Book and Doc Recommendations for Paul McCartney, Tom Petty, Bruce Springsteen, The Grateful Dead and more. | 14 Oct 2025 | 00:15:44 | |
Paul McCartney, Tom Petty, Bruce Springsteen, Allman Brothers, Grateful Dead, and Bob Dylan have all had great rock n roll books and docs released about them in the last few years. This podcast is a greatest hits show! Tune in for a bunch of great recommendations to check out! Want to win a free copy of the new book Iron Maiden: Infinite Dreams? Sign up to enter the giveaway right here *Reminder this is for US citizens only* email Big Rick at: | |||
| Alex Van Halen Memoir: Brothers Book Review | 11 Nov 2024 | 00:12:24 | |
The most highly anticipated rock n roll book of the year is out. Alex Van Halen's memoir is a love letter to his brother Ed. Did it live up to the hype? And did the 240 pages tell the whole story? email Big Rick at: | |||
| Road Diary:Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band Documentary Review | 05 Nov 2024 | 00:14:59 | |
The band has been together for close to 50 years. They haven't toured in 6 years. Why is this set list so important? Road Diary-Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band is a rock n roll documentary that incapsulates everything that makes a Springsteen show so powerful. This is on the list of the top 5 Rock Docs of the year! email Big Rick at: | |||
| Rock 'n' Roll Book and Documentary News for October 2024 | 29 Oct 2024 | 00:11:38 | |
Here's all the latest book buzz and documentary news you don't want to miss! Projects from The Beatles, Bachman Turner Overdrive, The Tragically Hip, Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band and Elton John to name a few are featured on this month's BONUS EPISODE. email Big Rick at: | |||
| Mind Games: John Lennon and Yoko Ono Rock ‘n’ Roll Book Review | 21 Oct 2024 | 00:11:36 | |
Is there really anything more to learn about John Lennon and Yoko Ono? Mind Games the book answers that questions with the inclusion of never before seen essays, documents, hand written lyrics, and over 750 photos. This definitive exploration is made up of Lennon and Ono's thoughts during the making, producing, and releasing of the album, plus contributions from people who were there. email Big Rick at: | |||