
“I really tried to create a band that I would love, if they were real”— Taylor Jenkins Reid, author of Daisy Jones & The Six Fiction writers have long been seduced by the anarchy, defiance, and raw power of rock ‘n roll, creating stories about music, the people who make it, and the characters who love it with the same intensity as the most ambitious concept albums. But until Rock is Lit first aire... more
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 104 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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In this episode of Rock is Lit, Cynthia Swanson, winner of the second Bill Hallberg Rock ‘n’ Roll Short Story Contest in the General Submission category, reads her winning story, “A Possibility Nonetheless.”
MUSIC IN THE EPISODE IN ORDER OF APPEARAN... more
Congratulations to the winner of the second Bill Hallberg Rock ‘n’ Roll Short Story Contest in the Undergraduate Student Submissions category, Mavis Wolff! Listen to Mavis read her winning story, “Yes, Please,” in this episode.
Mavis Wolff is a Cor... more
In this special Rock is Lit episode—available exclusively on YouTube—legendary rock and film photographer Kim Gottlieb-Walker joins Christy to talk about her novel, ‘Lenswoman in Love’, a love story steeped in the sights and sounds of the 1960s and 1... more
Hey, Lit listeners! It’s old home week here at the podcast. Joining me are two Rock is Lit alumni who know a thing or two about chasing musical dreams and writing fiction that grooves with soul and grit: authors and musicians Peter McDade and Michael... more
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Christy really gets in there each episode with impressive research and a curiosity that money can’t buy. The best book & music podcast out there. Rich with history and real engaging conversations. Amazing hosting skills save these episodes from even having a slow moment.
Enjoy the host’s interest in the topic, great questions and in-depth interviews…and of course the five questions (yes my favourite rock guitarist is Jimmy Page!) Thanks Christy! Looking forward to many more episodes.
Host Christy Alexander Hallberg is awesome, so knowledgeable, big-hearted and interesting. I listened to the episode with Jessamyn Violet and can’t wait to listen to more episodes.
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Exploring the unique intersection of literature and music, this podcast is dedicated to the genre of rock novels, offering an in-depth look at both authors and the musical inspirations that fuel their narratives. Each episode features insightful interviews with a variety of authors who create fiction centered on the rock music culture, with discussions that delve into the themes, characters, and the creative processes behind their works. Complementing these literary insights are conversations with music experts who provide context and depth to the cultural moments encapsulated in the literature. This podcast stands out for its singular focus on rock literature, giving listeners a rare perspective that blends storytelling with an appreciatio... more
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