
Rock N Roll Story Guys features two best friends discussing (and maybe setting straight) the rumor, innuendo and hidden details that surround some of the biggest bands and songs in rock n roll history.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 408 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Music HistoryMusic | |||

Murdock gets to go full guitar geek when the guys open a listener letter asking for clarity on why some of the best instruments look the worst.
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Brian and Murdock respond to a pointed question about their lack of coverage of a certain British power pop influence and unpack the story behind the big sound, bad manager, and public breakdown that would come to define them.
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Brian and Murdock answer a listener letter that points them toward the alcohol-soaked section of music history, examining stories of rock stars and the drugs, drink, (and music) they forgot they did...
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Brian and Murdock dig through the history of David Coverdale and the multiple eras of the solo effort he started that ended up being called... Whitesnake.
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These guys giggle together too much.
I found this show a little over a month ago and listen to it daily. These guys do the research, they don’t just retell stories they’ve heard, they dig until they’ve found the most reliable source. I even listen to the stories about artists I don’t care for because it’s always entertaining.
Also, the chemistry between these two friends is great. Lots of laughter, which everyone needs in this day and age.
Brian n Murdoch have a special chemistry and their enthusiasm, research and talent make for a fantastic podcast about TELLING ROCK N ROLL STORIES!
An intellectual and academic pursuit of juvenile subject matter! I mean that as the highest compliment and I highly recommend this podcast. I appreciate the research…it’s hilarious hearing all these serious, in depth facts about the most off the wall rock n roll stories. And they actually adhere to high levels of journalistic integrity in the process. All genres of music are touched on. I started off listening to artists that interested me or that I was a fan of…but I quickly realized it was ent... more
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A lively duo dives into the lore, rumors, and hidden details behind rock history, focusing on how myths form, how credit and collaboration shape legacy, and how personal anecdotes intersect with big-name performances. Episodes balance deep-dive storytelling with playful banter, connecting artists, scenes, and pivotal moments across decades. Listeners can expect thorough research, entertaining debates, and a newsroom-like curiosity for provenance—whether tracing song origins, band dynamics, or the sociology of music culture. A standout trait is the show's mix of rigorous storytelling and infectious camaraderie, which makes complex histories approachable and entertaining for curious fans, history buffs, and aspiring music journalists alike.
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Rock N Roll Story Guys launched 7 years ago and published 408 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Rock N Roll Story Guys include:
1. Josh Toomey
2. David Rowell
3. Graham Bonnet
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