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The UCR Podcast

Ultimate Classic Rock
AC/DC
Pearl Jam
Henry Rollins
Rock Music
Christmas Music
Holiday Songs
Classic Rock
REO Speedwagon
Joni Mitchell
Bob Dylan
Vitalogy
Mariah Carey
Paul Mccartney
Kevin Cronin
Led Zeppelin
Rock Reading List
Bruce Hall
Heart
Power Trip Festival
Back In Black

The UCR Podcast explores the past, present and future of rock and culture's biggest legends. Hosted by Matt Wardlaw and members of the UCR team, you'll stay up to date with the latest interviews, news, roundtable discussions and more.

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Latest Episodes

An expanded box set for The Replacements' Let it Be album is due out in November, so it was a lot of fun to talk to Chris Mars to revisit his memories of how the album came together. We dug through a lot of different Replacements-related topics, but ... more

On the heels of the recent Mule-o-Ween concerts, Warren Haynes returns to the podcast to discuss putting together his latest musical tribute for those shows. He teamed up with Dirty Honey's Marc LaBelle -- and on the second night, Corey Glover of Liv... more

With Bad Company's Rock Hall induction happening this weekend, we got together with Def Leppard's Joe Elliott, a longtime fan of Free, Mott the Hoople and Bad Co. to get his thoughts and memories on being a fan of what Paul Rodgers, Mick Ralphs and S... more

Cellist and composer Lori Goldston has had an incredible career, one which included a stint touring with Nirvana during their In Utero tour in 1993 and 1994. As a bonus to our current conversation with Will Hodge about Nirvana's MTV Unplugged in New ... more

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Recent Guests

Lori Goldston
Cellist and composer who toured with Nirvana from 1993 to 1994.
Episode: Bonus Episode: Lori Goldston on Touring with Nirvana and Performing on 'MTV Unplugged'
Will Hodge
Podcaster and expert on Unplugged performances
Unplugged Revisited
Episode: A Raw Acoustic Reckoning: The Night Nirvana Went Unplugged
Dennis DeYoung
Former member of Styx and co-founder, discussing his music and experiences in the band.
Styx
Episode: Styx: Inside ‘The Grand Illusion’ and ‘Pieces of Eight'
Rob Halford
Frontman of Judas Priest, known as The Metal God
Judas Priest
Episode: Rob Halford of Judas Priest
Chuck Armstrong
Friend of UCR, attended the tribute concert in Birmingham
Episode: Celebrating Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath
John Jackson
Involved with the Bon Scott Estate, veteran music industry professional
Bon Scott Estate
Episode: The Legacy of AC/DC's Bon Scott
Selena Fragassi
Author of 'Alanis: 30 Years of Jagged Little Pill'
Epic Inc.
Episode: Alanis Morissette's 'Jagged Little Pill' at 30
Tim Farriss
Co-founder and guitarist of INXS
INXS
Episode: The Rise of INXS
Adam Duritz
Lead vocalist of Counting Crows
Counting Crows
Episode: Adam Duritz of Counting Crows

Host

Matt Wardlaw
Host with extensive knowledge of rock music, known for his engaging interview style and deep curiosity about the music scene.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 19 ratings
  • Good interviews, BUT…

    The interviews are really interesting, so there’s that. The interviewer seems to know his stuff, so there’s also that. Here’s the issue for me, and it almost makes the pod unlistenable: the interviewer has some vocal

    habits that are distracting and annoying, big time. The most annoying one is, “like”. Check a transcript (paraphrasing): “Like, here’s something that I’ve wondered. Like, how did you come up with that like, group of particular keyboard sounds? They really, like, cut through in the m... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    KScoPar
    Canada3 months ago
  • “Like”

    The interviewer overuses the word “like” so much I had to shut it off. 🤢

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    mkowales
    United States4 months ago
  • Love this show!

    Matt’s depth of knowledge, genuine curiosity, and great interviewing skills (not to mention his amazing guest list of interviews) all adds up to creating one of the best rock discussion podcasts around! Love this show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    *WillHodge*
    United States6 months ago

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Some feedback points to an overuse of certain verbal tics by the interviewer, suggesting it can detract from the overall listening experience.
Overall, the community values the podcast as a significant platform for rock discussion and discovery.
Listeners appreciate the informative nature and depth of interviews, enjoying the insights shared by both hosts and guests.

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A Conversation with Steve Hackett
Q: How did you approach choosing what you would play from the Lamb?
Steve selected songs that are memorable and work independently of the album's story, such as 'Carpet Crawlers' and 'Fly on a Windshield'.
The History of Blue Oyster Cult
Q: What puts that subject into your mind at that time, and how did the song come out of that?
Buck describes it as being influenced by his diagnosis of a heart arrhythmia, which made him reflect on dying and led to the creation of 'Don't Fear the Reaper' as a love song with metaphysical themes.
The Rise of INXS
Q: What do you think you guys took away from the experience of working with Nile?
The band was inspired by Nile's encouragement and unique guitar sounds, which influenced their music production style.
The Rise of INXS
Q: How were you guys fixed for songs?
All songs were pretty fresh because the band was constantly touring with little time for rehearsal before the recording sessions.
Steven Wilson on His New Music and Working With Pink Floyd
Q: How did you kind of get your arms around it all and make it feel cohesive?
I approached it simply, focusing on the idea of perspective and the vastness of the universe.

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Focused on rock music and its cultural significance, this podcast features in-depth interviews with renowned musicians and industry professionals, highlighting their experiences and contributions to music history. Episodes often celebrate landmark moments, such as album anniversaries or notable performances, and provide insights into the artistry behind the music. The discussion topics range widely, from personal stories of legendary figures like Aerosmith and Nirvana to reflections on the evolution of iconic bands like Foreigner and Styx.

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Recent guests on The UCR Podcast include:

1. Lori Goldston
2. Will Hodge
3. Dennis DeYoung
4. Rob Halford
5. Chuck Armstrong
6. John Jackson
7. Selena Fragassi
8. Tim Farriss

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