Rock n Roll History & Culture: Rock Talk Studio
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Episodes
115 episodes
The Rolling Stones-The Greatest Rock n Roll Story Ever Told
Reviewing the greatest story ever told about a rock n roll band. A new 700 page book dares to breathe new life into a famous old tale. Plus- Frampton, Iron Maiden, CSN, Gregg Allman and Billy Preston documentary news not to miss!
Gregg Allman documentary is coming, plus a Rolling Stones biography not to miss
The news has finally broken on the new Gregg Allman documentary. What am I looking for from this one? The list is pretty long. I also take a peek inside the new Rolling Stones biography and wrap the show with a discussion about a documentary th...
Springsteen Tour, Billy Idol doc, and the Tom Petty Estate
Springsteen is doing something never done before in rock n roll. Billy Idol is telling tales of survival, and the Tom Petty estate is cooking up something special for this years 50th anniversary of the band.
Jerry Garcia’s Tiger, Melissa Auf der Maur, and the Return of Crossroads
In this episode of Rock Talk Studio, I look at three stories that each reveal something bigger about rock history and culture. First, I explore the sale of Jerry Garcia’s iconic Tiger guitar and what it represents as one of the most significant...
Reassessing the Origin of the Red Hot Chili Peppers
This new documentary The Rise of The Red Hot Chili Peppers: Our Brother Hillel tells the real story behind the formation of the band.
From Woodstock to Nirvana: Inside the Rock ’n’ Roll Business with Danny Goldberg
Part industry insider guide and part artist driven storytelling, the Bumping Into Geniuses book by Danny Goldberg explores record labels, management deals, PR battles, and power shifts-while also offering up close portraits of Go...
Rolling Stones 1969 Tour and Toni Iommi - Book and Doc Reviews
It's a two for one show. A new Rolling Stones book that focuses on the 1969 US tour. And a new documentary about the Godfather of Heavy Metal -Toni Iommi.*Want the latest in Rock N Roll Book and Documentaries news sent to your inbox?<...
Paul McCartney creates life after The Beatles- Man on The Run Documentary Review
An engaging rock doc that uses Paul's voice, archives, and memories to explain how he created a new life for himself and his wife, right after the Beatles. *Want the latest in Rock N Roll Book and Documentaries news se...
KISS Best Records and Best Year -KISS 76 Book Review
Kiss reached uncharted territory amongst rock n roll bands in the 70's. This new book KISS 76, brakes down the twelve months that changed their career. *Want the latest in Rock N Roll Book and Documentaries news sent to your inbo...
I was not ready for this type of Eddie Vedder Documentary-"A Matter of Time" Doc Review
This was one of the most intense documentaries I've ever seen –and one of the most beautiful and touching at the same time. *Want the latest in Rock N Roll Book and Documentaries news sent to your inbox? New editions come out...
The Beatles Projects Worth Your Time Right Now
Beatles Time Travel? Politics? Peter Jackson? And the Only Full Lennon Concert: New Beatles Content Everywhere-Here’s What’s Actually Worth Watching. *Want the latest in Rock N Roll Book and Documentaries news sent to your inbox?...
Grateful Dead Book and Docs: The Definitive List
The rock n roll books and docs that define the Grateful Dead. This is a bonus episode that celebrates no only the life of Bobby Weir, but also Jerry Garcia, Phil Lesh, Bill Kreutzmann, and Mickey Hart. The where to go list for a great Grateful ...
David Gilmour's Secret Weapon- Luck and Strange Studio/Live Book Review
When people talk about Pink Floyd and David Gilmour, there’s one creative force almost always left out of the conversation, and without her, Pink Floyd’s Division Bell album doesn’t sound the same. Her name is Polly Samson. And this new book, <...
What Insomnia Reveals About Robbie Robertson’s Most Turbulent Years (Book Review)
Robbie Robertson’s Insomnia isn’t an easy or casual read, but it offers a raw look at the years immediately following The Last Waltz, when his world, and identity, were coming apart. In this episode, I break down the book’s re...
The Top 10 Rock n Roll Documentaries of 2025
The Top 10 Rock n Roll Documentaries of 2025. Including the pick for the number one doc of the year, which took me a long time to come to grips with. *Want the latest in Rock N Roll Book and Documentaries news sent to your ...
The Top 10 Rock n Roll Books of 2025
Here they are, after reading 32 rock n roll books last year, I have narrowed down the Top 10. Here comes the best of the best for 2025!*Want the latest in Rock N Roll Book and Documentaries news sent to your inbox? New editio...
2025 Rock n Roll Documentary of the Year
The 2025 Best Rock n Roll Documentary of the Year Award goes to:Bono: Stories of Surrender This is a re-broadcast of my original review of the book when it was first released. Learn why it went on to win my best doc of the ye...
2025 Rock n Roll Book of The Year
The 2025 Book of the Year Award goes to:Heartbreaker by Mike Campbell and Ari SurdovalThis is a re-broadcast of my original review of the book when it was first released. Learn why it went on to win my best book of the year award....
The Best Rock n Roll Books and Documentaries of 2025
The third annual Rock Talk Studio best book and doc awards for 2025. The categories are:Book and Doc of the YearBest Book and Doc about a BandBest Book and Doc about a Band MemberBest Book and Doc not abo...
Patti Smith: Bread of Angels Book Review
Reading Patti Smith writing is like entering a giant daydream. Bread of Angels is like a pre-quell and a sequel to her first memoir -Just Kids. With this book you get a more intimate look at her marriage, childhood, motherhood and her life beyo...
Tom Petty, Pearl Jam, Annie Lennox, and Bon Jovi - Coffee Table Style Book Recommendations
It's a four pack of four very distinctly different coffee table style presentation that just might surprise you. Something new in the world of larger presentations from four iconic artists and bands. *Want the latest in Rock N Ro...
Cameron Crowe memoir The Uncool- Book Review
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 Pag...
Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere Review
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...
The Truth Behind Ozzy's Final Years
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 Bo...
The 90's Alt-Rock Revolution -What Really Happened
Alternative For The Masses: The 90's Alt-Rock Revolution Book ReviewWriter 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...