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The UCR Podcast

Ultimate Classic Rock
Rock Music
REO Speedwagon
AC/DC
Ozzy Osbourne
MTV Unplugged
Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame
Rush
Nirvana
Led Zeppelin
Music Industry
Ultimate Classic Rock
Billy Joel
Kansas
Aerosmith
Pink Floyd
Burt Bacharach
Pat Benatar
Neil Giraldo
Pearl Jam
Bruce Hall

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

April Wine guitarist Brian Greenway joins Matt to discuss his nearly 50-year history with the group. He takes us through his memories of recording many of the Canadian band's most popular singles, including the rocky road to finishing their beloved p... more

Guitar legend Ritchie Blackmore gives a rare interview to the UCR Podcast to discuss his history with both Rainbow and Deep Purple. He looks back at how Rainbow came to be and how the group progressed as they made their first two albums. He also give... more

Joe Satriani is with Matt for the second installment of our two-part look at the upcoming SatchVai album. You can hear an interview with Steve Vai that was posted as our previous episode as well. Joe shares his view on the challenges and fun he's had... more

We've got conversations on tap featuring both Joe Satriani and Steve Vai. In our first episode, Steve joins Matt to talk about the current SatchVai tour as well as the album that's been taking shape. They also discuss other topics, including getting ... more

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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
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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.
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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
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Episode: The Legacy of AC/DC's Bon Scott
Selena Fragassi
Author of 'Alanis: 30 Years of Jagged Little Pill'
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Tim Farriss
Co-founder and guitarist of INXS
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Episode: The Rise of INXS
Adam Duritz
Lead vocalist of Counting Crows
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Episode: Adam Duritz of Counting Crows

Host

Matt Wardlaw
Host of The UCR Podcast and long-time rock journalist; frequent guest host with a deep catalog on rock history and artist interviews.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 22 ratings
  • Great.

    Great Warren Haynes interview.

    Matt Wardlaw is a pro and a class-act host.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DP’67
    United States2 months ago
  • Great.

    Great Warren Haynes interview

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DP’67
    United States5 months ago
  • 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
    Canada9 months ago
  • “Like”

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

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    mkowales
    United States10 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 Statesa year ago

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Guest access and interview quality are seen as strong positives by most fans.
Some listeners note vocal delivery quirks but still rate episodes highly.
Fans appreciate nostalgia-driven conversations with iconic artists and fresh takes on classic records.
Listeners praise the host's depth of knowledge and guest lineups.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

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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Frequently Asked Questions About The UCR Podcast

What is The UCR Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on deep-dive conversations with rock icons, industry veterans, and touring musicians about their careers, creative processes, and the evolving music landscape. Episodes frequently spotlight legendary bands, notable collaborations, and behind-the-scenes stories from the touring circuit, often pairing veteran artists with enthusiastic hosts who bring a breadth of rock history knowledge. A standout aspect is the breadth of guests—from classic rock staples to contemporary legends—and the hosts' ability to connect decades of rock history to current scenes. Listeners who crave authoritative rock context, candid career anecdotes, and high-profile guest lineups are likely to find this program compelling, especially those who enjoy... more

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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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