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| 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: | |||
| 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: | |||
| 1967: How I Got There and Why I Never Left By Robyn Hitchcock - Book Review | 08 Oct 2024 | 00:09:35 | |
The oddest, interesting, quirky, unique rock n roll book I have ever read. EVER? Yes! email Big Rick at: | |||
| Conversations With Tom Petty - Rock ‘n’ Roll Book Review | 01 Oct 2024 | 00:12:38 | |
This book is a treasure. Author Paul Zollo got a chance in 2004 and 2005 to sit and talk with Tom Petty, discussing his life and music. This book is a record of these conversation. We are so lucky to have a document like this that so deeply explores not only Tom Petty's craft, but the many chapters of his life and career. email Big Rick at: | |||
| BONUS EPISODE: Rock n Roll Book and Documentary News | 24 Sep 2024 | 00:13:44 | |
The latest news from Alex Van Halen's memoir "Brothers" plus news on projects from Tom Petty, Bruce Springsteen, Rush, Yoko Ono and Paul McCartney to name a few. Catch up on all the book buzz and documentary news for the month of September! email Big Rick at: | |||
| Traveling: On The Path Of Joni Mitchell Book Review | 17 Sep 2024 | 00:12:46 | |
This book was a little outside of the usual rock n roll books I review. But I took a chance. And because of the unique storytelling and interesting personal path author Ann Powers took to tell the story, I found myself engaged throughout. This is not a Joni Mitchell biography. This is the life of Mitchell questioned, examined, and presented with the myriad of avenues Joni Mitchell and author Ann Powers took throughout their lives. email Big Rick at: | |||
| Learning To Live Together The Return of Mad Dogs and Englishmen Doc Review | 10 Sep 2024 | 00:12:36 | |
The iconic music doc and album, Joe Cocker's Mad Dogs and Englishmen, gets a well deserved follow up in this new documentary "Learning To Live Together: The Return of Mad Dogs and Englishmen" 50 years later the Tedeschi Trucks band put together a massive tribute to the Mad Dogs and Englishmen legacy, reuniting 12 member of the original band to play the LOCKN Festival in Arrington Virginia. This doc not only captures the reunion show but also uses never before seen archival footage from the original tour to expand on the myth and answers all the questions from that magical 197O concert run. email Big Rick at: | |||
| I Don't Want To Go Home - The Oral History of The Stone Pony Book Review | 02 Sep 2024 | 00:17:39 | |
Is the Stone Pony the most iconic rock n roll bar in America? I dive into the oral history of this still standing Asbury Park New Jersey landmark that uses quotes from Bruce Springsteen, Steven Van Zant, Patti Smith, Zack Wylde, Tom Morello and a cast of a hundred more artists to tell this tale. email Big Rick at: | |||
| Prince and Purple Rain 40 Years Book Review | 20 Aug 2024 | 00:12:12 | |
There is only one movie of this immense caliber that was inspired by songs that served as the soundtrack for the movie. And there was only one Prince. This beautifully put together coffee style book does the legacy of the Purple One justice by leaving nothing left to explore about the groundbreaking Purple Rain album and movie. email Big Rick at: | |||
| DLR Book How David Lee Roth Changed The World Book Review | 13 Aug 2024 | 00:16:58 | |
David Lee Roths' crazy manic muse is unmatched in rock n roll. There are very few who can keep up to his always on personality and this book does it best to track down anyone who tried. This episode digs into the DLR Book - How David Lee Roth Changed The World by Darren Paltrowitz. 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: | |||
| Revival 69 - The Concert That Rocked The World - Documentary Review. | 06 Aug 2024 | 00:20:00 | |
One of the greatest concerts of all time that most know very little about. This new doc, Revival 69 - the Concert That Rocked The World, brings unprecedented live footage and a story like no other to finally expose this amazing moment in rock n roll history. email Big Rick at: | |||
| Chris Stein Under A Rock Book Review | 23 Jul 2024 | 00:13:33 | |
Chris Stein tells the other side of the Blondie story in his new memoir. Gritty New York City tales from the 70's and 80's bring you right into the CBGB scene. email Big Rick at: | |||
| Stevie Van Zant - Disciple Documentary Review | 09 Jul 2024 | 00:16:48 | |
Stevie Van Zant Disciple documentary needs over two hours to tell the story of one of rock's most accomplished careers. Guest appearances by Paul McCartney, Jackson Browne, Peter Wolf, and of course Bruce himself take this doc over the top. It's one not to miss. email Big Rick at: | |||
| The Beatle Who Vanished Book Review | 01 Jul 2024 | 00:15:09 | |
For 13 days he was a Beatles. He actually saved the Beatles first world tour. He was 24 years old. And then he was gone. And most people don’t even know his name. email Big Rick at: | |||
| Soul Serenade: King Curtis and His Immortal Saxophone Rock 'n' Roll Book Review | 18 Jun 2024 | 00:14:02 | |
King Curtis played with Buddy Holly. Jimi Hendrix joined King's band. He opened for the Beatles at Shea Stadium. One of his best friends was Duane Allman. There is a ton of rock n roll tales told in the new book Soul Serenade: King Curtis and his Immortal Saxophone. I am really glad I looked passed King Curtis's R&B and Jazz resume because there was so much to be learned about this underrated talent. email Big Rick at: | |||
| Let It Be film review plus all the latest rock n roll book and documentary news | 11 Jun 2024 | 00:16:30 | |
I already saw the Peter Jackson masterpiece “Get Back” why should I watch the film “Let It Be?” “Let It Be” the 1970 film has been remastered and is finally released in it’s original state, I look at it’s significance and give it a rating I have never given any documentary I have ever reviewed in the year in a half of the Rock Talk Studio podcast. Plus updates on new projects about Journey, Moby Grape, Michael McDonald, Lollapalooza and Stevie Van Zant. email Big Rick at: | |||
| Catching Fire-The Story of Anita Pallenberg documentary review | 02 Jun 2024 | 00:15:19 | |
Anita Pallenberg was a major influence on the Rolling Stones; so much so that it jeopardized her career, family and life. I explore the depth of her story in the new doc Catching Fire. Plus, big news on three new documentaries just announced featuring Led Zeppelin, Los Lobos, and Little Steven Van Zant. email Big Rick at: | |||
| Carlos Santana doc review and all the new book buzz and documentary news | 05 May 2024 | 00:15:56 | |
“Carlos” the documentary delivers a look at one of rock’s greatest guitarist. How personal does it get, is it deep enough? And yes, the Woodstock experience is explained. Plus! Details on a new Grateful Dead book -easily the most unique book I have ever read about the band. And news on upcoming projects from The Rock n Roll Nightmare series, John Lennon, Chris Stein of Blondie, and Anita Pallenberg to name a few. email Big Rick at: | |||
| BONUS EPISODE - All the latest rock n roll book and documentary news | 16 Apr 2024 | 00:12:39 | |
Here’s the latest news about projects on Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen, The Beach Boys, Bob Marley and the sequel to a 1984 rock n roll movie classic. This is the bonus episode, a continuation of the conversation about all the latest news to get fired up about. If you’re looking for more news and recommendations on the latest rock n roll books and documentaries check out the main podcast that comes out the first three Tuesday's of every month. email Big Rick at: | |||
| She's a Badass: Women in Rock Shaping Feminism Rock n Roll Book Review | 02 Apr 2024 | 00:21:41 | |
20 female rockers tell their war stories about the music industry and what they used to overcome every possible roadblock. Plus all the book buzz and doc news including a review of the most disturbing rock n roll book I have ever read! 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: | |||
| The Immediate Family Rock n Roll Documentary Review | 05 Mar 2024 | 00:17:19 | |
You might not know the players, but you have definitely rocked out to the records they played on. The Immediate Family documentary pulls the curtain back to expose who was responsible for a lot of that 70’s and 80’s sound. There was a huge (the biggest of the year so far) announcement of a new memoir that is coming out in October. Find out about the memoir, a new George Harrison book, get some Tina Turner news, and a review of three new Bob Dylan books. Plus The Who, and a bunch of badass female rockers and more! email Big Rick at: | |||
| Geddy Lee’s My Effin Life Rock 'n' Roll Book Review | 06 Feb 2024 | 00:17:10 | |
One of rock’s most endearing personalities Geddy Lee, tells the story of one of rocks best three-piece bands. But, will a non-Rush fan find value with this book? The review looks at all sides of what Geddy’s book has to offer and gives up a surprising recommendation. Also included in this episode is all the latest buzz about whats new and what has just been announced as coming soon. Artists featured are Jeff Tweedy, David Lee Roth, Jim Gordon, Brian Eno and Willie Nelson. What is Willy Nelson doing in a rock n roll conversation? Tune in for the details. email Big Rick at: | |||
| Best Rock n Roll books and documentaries of 2023 | 28 Dec 2023 | 00:18:00 | |
What was the best rock n roll book of 2023? How about the best rock n roll documentary? Found out what came in as the best of the best, in the first annual Rock Talk Studio awards show. email Big Rick at: | |||
| Deliver Me From Nowhere The Making of Bruce Springsteen’s Nebraska Book Review | 05 Dec 2023 | 00:19:34 | |
Springsteen chose to pursue the release of the Nebraska album over Born In The USA. How did he talk his record label into that? And why, after all these years, no one has told the story of this dark masterpiece. And, could this be one of the best books of the year? Also included in this episode, are the monthly previews, reviews, and recommendations, which include a minor Beatles Fest (3 books and 1 doc about Beatle members) another Bob Dylan must have, and the annual holiday product dump that comes around every time this year. email Big Rick at: | |||
| Mr. Jimmy Documentary Review and October Recommended Reads and Docs | 07 Nov 2023 | 00:19:39 | |
What happens when someone spends 20 years performing Led Zeppelin concerts note for note and then Jimmy Page walks in the door and sits down? This one-of-a-kind documentary about Mr. Jimmy, is this month’s spotlight review. Also included in this episode are the monthly previews, reviews, and recommendations which include a look at an over 500 page book on possibly the most underrated rock star of the 70’s, notes on the new 12 minute Beatle documentary, and the announcement of docs from the Stones (about Brian Jones) and Pink Floyd (about Sid Barrett). Wait a minute, haven’t we seen these two docs before? email Big Rick at: | |||
| Bono & The Edge A Sort of Homecoming, with Dave Letterman Documentary Review and September Recommended Reads and Docs | 03 Oct 2023 | 00:18:50 | |
U2 is in the Sphere, they released a new record, Bono’s memoir is out, what else is there left to do? How about a rock doc? This month’s spotlight review looks at the documentary Bono and The Edge Sort of Homecoming with David Letterman. Plus, rapid fire recommendations on six other don’t miss titles. email Big Rick at: | |||
| David Bowie Moonage Daydream Documentary Review | 05 Sep 2023 | 00:16:03 | |
Why did David Bowie's Moonage Daydream documentary take seven years to complete? Being the first authorized release from the Bowie estate, it has to be worth it right? I look at this documentary from all different angle and from all type of fans viewpoints to determine if it's recommended. This episode also preview and reviews six other titles and leave you with a few choices of where to spend your time and money. email Big Rick at: | |||
| Lucinda Williams Memoir: Don’t Tell Anyone The Secrets I Told You Book Review | 01 Aug 2023 | 00:17:27 | |
Spotlight on Lucinda Williams' raw memoir, “Don’t Tell Anyone The Secrets I Told You.” Plus RTS' latest rock n roll books and documentaries recommendations featuring titles from Allman Brothers, Bob Dylan, and Black Sabbath, Carlos Santana, Hipgnosis, and Imagine Dragons. email Big Rick at: | |||
| Alan Paul Interview: Brothers and Sisters- The Allman Brothers Band and the Inside Story of the Album That Defined the '70s | 13 Jul 2023 | 00:46:21 | |
New York times best-selling author, Alan Paul, joins me to discuss his new Allman Brothers book "Brothers and Sisters." We also touch on The Grateful Dead, Lynyrd Skynyrd, The Rolling Stones, Billy Graham, Cameron Crowe and a few other artists that play a part in this challenging chapter in Allman Brothers history. email Big Rick at: | |||
| Mysteries In The Music: Case Closed Book Review | 22 Jun 2023 | 00:17:29 | |
Mysteries in The Music: Case Closed uncovers the greatest mysteries in rock n roll. Bob Dylan, Elvis Presley, Nirvana, The Beach Boys, and The Traveling Willburys are a few names that get their case files opened, examined, solved, and closed by the rock 'n' roll detective, author Jim Berkenstadt.
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| Nicky Hopkins: Session Man Documentary Review | 10 Dec 2024 | 00:09:20 | |
Win the new Robyn Hitchcock memoir 1967-How I Got There and Why I Never Left simply by signing up for the free monthly email BLAST!! The BLAST!! keeps you on top of the world of rock n roll books and documentaries and serves as an extra layer of coverage to the podcast. email Big Rick at: | |||
| Jimmie and Stevie Ray Vaughan: Brothers in Blues Documentary Review | 01 Jun 2023 | 00:16:28 | |
Jimmie and Stevie Ray Vaughan documentary, "Brothers in Blues," features guest appearances by Eric Clapton, Billy Gibbons, Jackson Browne, and Nile Rodgers. It's touted for featuring never-before-told stories behind their music. Does it live up to the hype? email Big Rick at: | |||
| Secret Stars: The Greatest Underdogs of the Rock 'n' Roll Era Book Review | 11 May 2023 | 00:19:25 | |
Who are the Secret Stars of rock 'n' roll? In this podcast, I look at how Author Matt Berenson makes a strong detailed case for 10 indie rock bands that, once dissected, might just leave you with a bunch of new favorite bands.
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| Play All Night! Duane Allman and the Journey to Fillmore East Book Review | 19 Apr 2023 | 00:15:53 | |
The captivating story of how the greatest live album ever recorded (yeah I said it!) The Allman Brothers at Fillmore East, came about. email Big Rick at: | |||
| Bono: Surrender Book Review | 30 Mar 2023 | 00:19:39 | |
Bono claims this book is one story; I totally disagree. This book if full of many stories, all well-written in a fashion unique to the rock 'n' roll memoir world. email Big Rick at: | |||
| If These Walls Could Sing: The Abbey Road Documentary - Documentary Review | 09 Mar 2023 | 00:16:37 | |
The Beatles, Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin, Oasis, Elton John, and more talk about the world-famous Abbey Road recording studio. What more could you want out of a rock doc? email Big Rick at: | |||
| Matt Sorum: Double Talkin' Jive - Book Review | 16 Feb 2023 | 00:18:25 | |
Guns and Roses, The Cult, Motorhead, Velvet Revolver- Matt Sorum not only drummed for these bands, but he also just barely survived partying with them. email Big Rick at: | |||
| Creedence Clearwater Revival: Travelin' Band at The Royal Albert Hall [Documentary Review] | 25 Jan 2023 | 00:14:14 | |
What’s all the hub bub about this long awaited and much talked about release of one of Creedence’s last and most heralded live shows? email Big Rick at: | |||
| *SPECIAL EDITION* Bruce Springsteen: The Howard Stern Interview | 13 Jan 2023 | 00:10:46 | |
This is not a rock and roll book, this is not a rock and roll documentary, and this is not a rock and roll movie. But it’s so rock and roll I just had to do a show on it. email Big Rick at: | |||
| Stevie Van Zandt: Unrequited Infatuations [Book Review] | 05 Jan 2023 | 00:18:05 | |
Van Zandt really surprised me with this book. I dare to say, it’s a one of a kind. This guy is so much more than a Springsteen sidekick and a Sopranos consigliere. email Big Rick at: | |||
| Cheap Trick: This Band Has No Past [Book Review] | 02 Jan 2023 | 00:14:00 | |
Super fans of Cheap Trick need to check this out. It’s a blow-by-blow of the early years leading up to the live Budokan breakthrough. But what about the casual fan? Is this 500-page book worth the time? email Big Rick at: | |||
| 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: | |||
| Randy Rhoads: Reflections of a Guitar Icon [Documentary Review] | 02 Jan 2023 | 00:12:48 | |
Yes! Finally, some Randy Rhoads love. Not a lot out there on Rhoads, who raised the stakes for rock guitarists the world over, so it was great to see this career-spanning documentary. But did it do his legacy justice? email Big Rick at: | |||
| Paul McCartney: The Lyrics [Book Review] | 31 Dec 2022 | 00:13:51 | |
Is this the holy grail of rock and roll memoirs? Is this even a rock and roll memoir? In this episode, we toss that, and so much more, around. I mean, come on! It’s Paul McCartney we’re talking about here- of course there’s more to talk about when we get into a deep conversation about this 900-page masterpiece. 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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