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Eric Senich
The Beatles
Rock Music
Kiss
Fleetwood Mac
Led Zeppelin
Jerry Garcia
Paul Mccartney
The Grateful Dead
Slayer
Alice Cooper
Guns N' Roses
Bruce Springsteen
Emerson, Lake & Palmer
Pearl Jam
Prince
Night Ranger
Ace Frehley
Tom Petty
Graham Parker
Van Halen

Conversations with authors, musicians, and insiders revealing the stories behind classic rock's greatest songs, albums and artists.

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What if you woke up one day as a rock star—but couldn’t play guitar? Author Charles Harvey joins Booked On Rock to discuss his novel Xylene X Band: A Fictionalized Chapter in the History of X Band, a story that mixes rock and roll, identity, ambition... more

Paul McCartney and Wings entered one of their most adventurous periods with 'London Town', the atmospheric 1978 album featuring “With a Little Luck,” “London Town,” “I’m Carrying,” “Girlfriend,” and “Morse Moose and the Grey Goose.”Author Luca Perasi... more

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Author David Starkey joins Booked On Rock to explore Bruce Springsteen’s extraordinary 1973–1987 era, from Greetings from Asbury Park, N.J. and Born to Run through Darkness on the Edge of Town, The River, Nebraska, Born in the U.S.A. and Tunnel of Lo... more

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The Eagles’ Hotel California remains one of the most successful and mysterious albums in rock history—but its polished sound concealed a chaotic creative process. Rock historian Sean Egan, author of Eagles and Hotel California: 50 Years, reveals how ... more

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Recent Guests

Scott Robinson
Author of Def Leppard, Every Album, Every Song; part of Sonicbond's On Track series
Sonicbond
Episode: [EP 405] Def Leppard: “They Showed the World How to Be a Band” with Scott Robinson
John Brackett
Author of Touch of Grey or How the Grateful Dead Became Pop Stars
Author
Episode: [EP 404] How “Touch of Grey” Changed the Grateful Dead Forever with John Brackett
Terry Kilgore
Legendary guitarist, longtime fixture of Southern California's rock scene
Various, including work with Eddie Van Halen and David Lee Roth
Episode: [EP 403] Terry Kilgore: Eddie Van Halen, David Lee Roth & An Incredible Rock ’n’ Roll Comeback
John Einarson
Author of Take Me For A Walk In The Morning Dew
Author, Books on music history
Episode: [EP 402] Who Really Wrote “Morning Dew”? John Einarson on Bonnie Dobson’s Fight to Reclaim Her Song
Sylvie Simmons
Author and journalist discussing the updated Neil Young biography Reflections in Broken Glass
Author, Mojo Magazine contributor
Episode: [EP 401] Neil Young: The Many Sides of a Rock Legend | Sylvie Simmons on the Updated Reflections in Broken Glass
Nic Brown
Author, Violent Femmes book author in the 33 and a Third series
33 1/3, Violent Femmes book
Episode: [EP 400] The Story of Violent Femmes' Debut: How "Blister in the Sun" Became a Classic with Nic Brown
Richie Unterberger
Author of Do What You Fear Most, The History of the Velvet Underground
Author, Historian
Episode: [EP 399] The History of the Velvet Underground with Richie Unterberger
Sean Kelly
Author of Battle Axes, A Hard Rockin History of Pointy Guitars
Author
Episode: [EP 398] Battle Axes: Sean Kelly on the History of Pointy Guitars
Tim Durling
Author of On Record: The April Wine Album Review
Author
Episode: [EP 397] The Story of April Wine: Tim Durling Explores the Band's Albums, Hits & Legacy

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Eric Senich
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Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 78 ratings
  • Stalwart Eric

    I enjoyed his previous podcast and followed him over to Booked on Rock. He’s affable, likable and has an increasingly wide range of interesting guests. Thumbs up to Eric!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Takapuian
    Japan2 years ago
  • Great podcast

    Really good podcast, which usually helps me decide whether or not to buy a book on music.

    Eric used to do another podcast which I really loved where he would breakdown a bands history, very insightful and good production values. Miss that!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    BuckSatan666+
    United States3 years ago
  • The Podcast for Music Fans That Gets You in Deeper Than a Bookworm

    Eric Senich gets music and draws out of great authors who also gets music. Senich has you “covered” driving deep into stories of bands, albums, and songs and giving you that backstage pass that’s truly behind the music, no VH-1 pun intended. Senich is a true music connoisseur and brings you from one end of the spectrum to another with bands such as Sisters of Mercy to Led Zeppelin, to The Doors, to Tom Petty, to KISS, to The Cure, and to his near and near Eddie Van Halen. I find myself “cha... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    7mary4
    United States3 years ago
  • Eric is a Massively Skilled Interviewer

    I’ve known Eric since 1999 and his journalistic talent was tremendous then! It’s no surprise that his interviewing prowess is on par with the best in the business!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fgilly
    United States4 years ago
  • Love this podcast

    Eric is a perfect host. I have learned so much about Rock history. I highly recommend this podcast for your musical knowledge.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SuzyCreamcheese48
    United States4 years ago

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Fans note the host's interviewing prowess and musical knowledge as a key draw for deep-dive rock history.
Listeners praise in-depth interviews and strong storytelling, highlighting thoughtful guests and high production quality.
The show is seen as essential for music fans who want more than surface-level histories and enjoy archival context.

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[EP 403] Terry Kilgore: Eddie Van Halen, David Lee Roth & An Incredible Rock ’n’ Roll Comeback
Q: What was the most challenging period when Van Halen and its management were in flux?
Terry describes struggles with publishing, royalties, and management turnover, highlighting how financial and promotional disagreements affected musicians and the band's trajectory.
[EP 403] Terry Kilgore: Eddie Van Halen, David Lee Roth & An Incredible Rock ’n’ Roll Comeback
Q: How did the Eaton Fire alter your career trajectory and your approach to making music?
The fire forced a drastic rebuilding of his life and his studio, catalyzing a shift toward independence (solar-powered RV, off-grid setup) and a renewed focus on creating music despite setbacks.
[EP 399] The History of the Velvet Underground with Richie Unterberger
Q: What exactly was the Exploding Plastic Inevitable and how was it presented?
Richie explains that it was a sensory, multimedia experience with dancers, films, a light show, and Warhol's branding, meant to be experienced from multiple angles and largely overshadowed the music in some contexts, especially during early performances.
[EP 396] The Jeff Beck Story: Brad Tolinski & Chris Gill Reveal the Man Behind the Guitar
Q: How did the Cliff Gallup guitar pick come into the interview?
Tolinski explains that presenting Cliff Gallup's guitar picks served as a peace offering that broke the ice and opened the door for a detailed, multi-hour discussion with Beck, illustrating Beck's guarded but curious nature toward new people.
[EP 397] The Story of April Wine: Tim Durling Explores the Band's Albums, Hits & Legacy
Q: How did April Wine first break into the scene and what was their early lineup like?
They started in Nova Scotia with roots in the eastern Canadian scene; early members included Myles Goodwyn who became the primary songwriter and lead figure, joined by the Henman brothers, with the band gradually solidifying into the classic 78-84 five-piece lineup that defined their sound.

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A deep, interview-driven series that centers on rock history, tracing the stories behind influential songs, albums, and artists through conversations with authors, musicians, and industry insiders. Episodes typically explore how key records were made, the business and cultural forces shaping bands, and the human experiences behind legendary moments, from early origins to modern reissues and archival discoveries. The show often blends meticulous research with vivid anecdotes, delivering context-rich narratives that appeal to listeners who want more than a surface-level account of rock history. Noteworthy traits include long-form, in-depth conversations with expert guests, a clear focus on archival and literary perspectives, and a track recor... more

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Recent guests on Booked On Rock include:

1. Scott Robinson
2. John Brackett
3. Terry Kilgore
4. John Einarson
5. Sylvie Simmons
6. Nic Brown
7. Richie Unterberger
8. Sean Kelly

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