
For fans of classic rock, rock documentaries, music documentaries, rock memoirs, band biographies, and the stories behind the music. Hosted by Big Rick, the channel explores the stories, myths, scenes, and moments that shaped rock n roll through books, documentaries, memoirs, legacy releases, iconic artifacts, and major moments in music history.If you love classic rock history and want deeper insi... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 114 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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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 that has... more
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.
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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 artif... more
This new documentary The Rise of The Red Hot Chili Peppers: Our Brother Hillel tells the real story behind the formation of the band.
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I enjoy listening to these eps. They are brief, well written, well narrated and informative. Great for rock n roll music lovers.
Big Rick has his finger on the pulse of what’s happening in the world of music books and docs. Always insightful and timely. I love reading music related material and Rick always points me in the right direction. Kudos!
this pod is for music junkies. guilty.
big rick is a mensch.
& i’m still mad at him for “stealing” my idea of the perfect podcast…docs/books/shows.
bastard
Fantastic podcast, well researched, and smoothly done. If you love music history and books, this is a great source.
Great way to celebrate the best music on the planet and Big Rick delivers new content and fresh outlooks on things I thought I knew and he opens my eyes to things I never knew. Great show.
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A show dedicated to exploring rock history through books and documentary reviews, with a focus on new releases, investigations into artist biographies, and deep dives into landmark rock moments. Episodes frequently feature reviews of memoirs and coffee-table books, discussions of biopics and documentaries, and recommendations for fans who want a curated path through rock lore, film, and literature. The host's enthusiasm and storytelling balance well-researched context with approachable storytelling, making it a strong resource for listeners seeking reliable guidance on what to read or watch next in the rock universe.
A standout aspect is the consistently practical angle: clear verdicts on quality, tangible recommendations for purchase or v... more
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