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The Imbalanced History of Rock and Roll

The Imbalanced History of Rock and Roll

This is a podcast that was created to discuss the humongous tree of music known as Rock and Roll. There are thousands of branches. There is so much information out there with even more to be learned. Together, we are going to have fun talking about our passion, the Imbalanced History of Rock and Roll. Between Ray and Markus, we have 50+ years of rock and roll radio experience and a thirst to know more! With your input we want to begin to balance the imbalanced. We look forward to connecting and

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16:45

Bent News #71: What's Up With The Stones & Gn'R,...

The Imbalanced History of Rock and Roll ·

2023/08/25

Lotsa going on this week... -What's up with The Rolling Stones? -What's going down with Guns n' Roses? -Dylan & Devo announce opposite tour plans! -Fugees to tour for 25th anniversary of "The Miseducation!" -We're making plans to go to Sammy Island! Who else is coming? Release Corner: -King Crimson's Lark's Tongue In Aspic at 50! -Green Day's Dookie at 30! -Ringo Starr's new Ep! -Rivals Sons' surprise Darkfighter companion! -Santana documentary heading to theaters! -Renting Stewart Copeland's Cali

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29:21

5 Favorites: Artists Of The 21st Century...So Far!

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2023/08/21

Over the almost five years of the podcast, Markus and Ray have shared their 5 Faves on many topics. This week, they are living in the future, as they dive into their 5 Favorite "Artists Of The 21st Century!" It's a fun history exploration for the guys, as you will hear, because they still, after a combined 70 years-plus in the music/radio business, love to discover new sounds that move them, or just simply make their day! These days? We could all use a little "feel good" to make the day. So enjoy

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15:43

Bent News #70: Impact Of Maui Wildfires, Boss...

The Imbalanced History of Rock and Roll ·

2023/08/18

Bent News #70: -Mick Fleetwood leading the way as hearts, minds and wallets opening in aid of Maui after wildfires! -Bruce Springsteen postpones 2 Philadelphia shows suddenly, due to illness! -Foo Fighters take their running Michael Buble' joke to next level! -The Cult announces tour plans focused on early days! -The Glimmer Twins captured in bronze in hometown! -Tom Morello rocks the picket line for L.A. SAG-AFTRA strikers! -Talking Heads members to gather for first time in 2 decades for Stop

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54:33

Life In The Fast Lane: The Story Of The Eagles With...

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2023/08/14

Mick Wall, an accomplished writer and amazing storyteller by nature, may have outdone himself with his new book, Life In The Fast Lane: The Eagles' Reckless Ride Down The Rock n' Roll Highway! He's the Imbalanced Boys honored guest this week with only enough time to whet your curiosity on this topic, which tells you how much more there is in this book! It's not just Wall's tale telling, his zeal for his topics is infectious, making this episode a whole lotta fun! Take a listen, and you tell us...is

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14:31

Bent News #69: RIP Robbie Robertson Of The Band,...

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2023/08/11

Makin' it fit into a compact podcast for you: -RIPs: The Band's Robbie Robertson, Sex Pistols' artist Jamie Reid, The Kinks' John Gosling! -David Bowie's Ziggy Stardust finale headed to the big screen! -Freddie Mercury personal items to be displayed before auction! -Nicko McBrain talks stroke recovery and his future in Iron Maiden! -Motley Crue gives details on their 40th anniversary box set! -Bill Bruford's surprise appearance & more! The Bent News Update is here every Friday to help keep you in

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34:07

The Day That Dylan Went Electric

The Imbalanced History of Rock and Roll ·

2023/08/07

Bob Dylan burst onto the American Folk scene shortly after he arrived in New York City. Quickly, he made major impressions inside the local music community via Greenwich Village, and as a popular artist upon releasing his first few records on Columbia. He and The Beatles immediately hit it off with mutual admiration and inspiration. Dylan's expanded musical pallet was part of the early sessions for what became, Highway 61 Revisited! With his 3rd appearance at the influential 1965 Newport Folk

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13:15

Bent News #68: Rotten rails against A.I., Bad...

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2023/08/04

When it comes to getting you caught up, we're bent like that: -RIP to founding member of The Eagles, Randy Meisner and also to '80s TV icon, Paul "Pee Wee" Reubens! -Johnny Rotten warns against the encroachment of A.I. in our lives! -Bad Religion hitting the road this Fall! -Wilco announces their new album, and we share a slice! -Box Set City: -Lynyrd Skynyrd set to release 50th Fyfty anniversary box set! -Grateful Dead's Wake Of The Flood remade for album's 50th anniversary! -John Wetton solo box

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50:23

Marvin Gaye: Musical & Cultural Icon - REDUX

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2023/07/31

This re-release of Marvin Gaye: Musical & Cultural Icon looks at the chaotic, turbulent and troubled life of sweet Marvin Gaye. One of the most beautiful voices to sing any form of Rock & Roll. His was the voice of a generation of Americans. Marvin was passionate, conflicted and believed we could conquer hate with love, although his life choices didn't always reflect that strong belief within him. We discuss the hard truths of his life, and his struggle with mental illness. Musically, solo success

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12:11

Bent News #67: Jagger's 80th, Paul Simon's hearing...

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2023/07/28

Getting Bent, one news story at time: -Happy 80th to Mick Jagger!!! -Paul Simon's hearing loss negatively effecting touring. -Slash announces that his next album will be a Blues all-stars affair! -Ozzy Osbourne gets his fans updated on his latest attempts to return to the stage. -Steve Miller set to uncork a Joker Suite box set! -All-Star tribute to John Wetton set for next week in London! -Jason Becker is set to auction off a guitar gifted to him by Eddie Van Halen, to help pay for his ALS

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26:24

Five Favorites: Rock & Roll Christmas Songs - Xmas In...

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2023/07/24

What are your Five Favorite holiday tunes for rockin' around the Christmas tree? As part of their Summer Vacation, the Imbalanced Brothers offer a re-run of this frosty, holiday treat, to cool down this dirty, hot Summer! Making the season bright, from our first Christmas as a podcast, the guys share their Five Favorite Rock & Roll Christmas Songs! Hohoho!!! Listen to this cool episode, and then get caught up here!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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13:38

Bent News #66: Vegas PD reopens Tupac case, The Who...

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2023/07/21

Hear ye! Hear ye! Get thee this news, bent and otherwise! -Las Vegas PD reopens Tupac Shakur murder case! -The Who's Lifehouse demos to be released as part of expansive box set! -Legendary album master engineer Bob Ludwig has retired! -Zac Brown on band mate's ALS diagnosis! -Bob Dylan lists his Scottish mansion for sale! -Christine McVie's estate settled! More tours: Steve Hackett's Foxtrot At 50, X resetting, Mammoth WVH's headline run! -Sir Paul McCartney to host a new podcast focused on his

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68:46

The Wrecking Crew: The Backbone Of The Industry - REDUX!

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2023/07/17

From the earliest days of the podcast, The Wrecking Crew has repeatedly popped into conversations, leading us to several unexpected places, as we really began to get below the surface on this mystical menagerie of talent that created so much of the music behind the singers, and songs of our lives! Ray and Markus put forth a solid summation about the full, immeasurable scope of their reach while exploring so much of it. So, let's ride! With Hal, and Tommy, and Carol, and Glen and that incredible

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13:28

Bent News #65: Elton's "Goodbye" tour finale, Ozzy's...

The Imbalanced History of Rock and Roll ·

2023/07/14

When you need to know... -Elton John's final tour "Goodbye!" -Ozzy Osbourne bows out of Power Trip Fest, Judas Priest to step in! -Tony Iommi's fossil namesake! -Led Zeppelin heir to sell their stake in band. -Found note validated by court as Aretha Franklin's will! -Porno For Pyros to reunite for 30th anniversary! -The Doors announce new box set, Matrix 67 Masters! -Mo dates for '24 for Depeche Mode! The Eagles add to "Long Goodbye! We RE-DO The Wrecking Crew, Monday wherever you get your

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56:07

Queen: Taking The Throne! - REDUX

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2023/07/10

No single episode could contain the majesty of Queen! So this week's release is just one part of our story, darlings! Let's go back to Smile, and school days, and learn about Freddie, Brian, Roger, and John, as they collect musical ideas and rise to take The Throne of Rock! Please check out our sponsors: Boldfoot Socks https://boldfoot.com Crooked Eye Brewery https://crookedeyebrewery.com/ Don't forget that you can find all of our episodes, on-demand, for free right here on our web site:

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11:47

Bent News #64: Hear a new Stevie Wonder song from...

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2023/07/07

Bent News #64 out of the gates and rollin': -Hear a new song from Stevie Wonder's Songs In The Key Of Life sessions! -Neil Young: On the road again, and in his Chrome Dreams! -The Eagles announce their "Final Goodbye!" -Ringo Starr talks about A.I. and the new Beatles track! -Dolly Parton gets the real deal for her take of "Free Bird" -Keith Emerson career-encompassing box set on the way & more! When you want to hear any episode of the podcast, click here: https://imbalancedhistory.com/ Learn more

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36:52

5 Favorites: Songs Of America - REDUX

The Imbalanced History of Rock and Roll ·

2023/07/03

SUMMER VACATION, AND WE ARE FLYING INTO THE 4TH!!! Okay, okay, it's not ALL musical anthems and John Philip Sousa marches, but there WILL be fireworks! Markus and Ray honor America, the band, in this week's episode! Air Force kids who found each other and their unique musical style, America has a centuries-spanning history that continues today, as does our democracy! The boys, with a nod to the 4th, do run down their Shotgun 5 Favorite foods for their holiday celebrations! Please check out our

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14:50

Bent News #63: Venues Scanning Fans Faceoff; Mick...

The Imbalanced History of Rock and Roll ·

2023/06/30

Bent News back on the off-beat! -Rage Against The Machine leads the charge against venues face scanning1 -Mick Mars has a solo record and final resting place in mind! -Madonna hospitalized, "Creation" tour postponed! -The Grammy people waffle over A.I. -But wait, there's already a second Bruce Springsteen covers albums in the works! -Greta Van Fleet's Josh Kiska comes out during Pride Month! -ZZ Top plans new album including Dusty AND Elwood on bass! -KoRn and Adidas finally hook up! -Lynyrd Skynyrd

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41:23

Sibling Rivalries: Oasis

The Imbalanced History of Rock and Roll ·

2023/06/26

As Ray says early on, this may be the biggest, most explosive, long lasting, nasty #SiblingRivalry that they boys have discussed so far! Noel, the middle brother, and Liam, the little brother formed one of the biggest bands to impact the 1990s, with record-breaking U.K. chart impact, massive worldwide airplay and sales, AND a big ole' lump on their noggin' from all of the sparring! Their songs brought the limelight on this pair of brotherly knuckleheads, and along the way their boorish behavior wore

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57:40

Heavy Metal: Negotiating The Iron Age with Jon...

The Imbalanced History of Rock and Roll ·

2023/06/19

Author Jon Wiederhorn brings his extensive experience to the table in this episode that sets sights on looking into how "the heavy stuff" moved forward from what we have referred to as "The Bronze Age." The emergence of the NWOBHM, plus bands like Judas Priest and Iron Maiden, set the fuse for the varied Heavy Metal explosions about to go off in the 1980s. Some of those trends are also discussed. Check Jon's web site here, it's like the keys to his Metal Kingdom! Beyond historical context,

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12:47

Bent News #62: Slipknot update; Stevie Nicks box set,...

The Imbalanced History of Rock and Roll ·

2023/06/16

It's Bent News #62 ONLY (thank, goddess!) on The Bent News Network! -Slipknot tops the stack with a new Ep drop, and Clown's return to the road! -Stevie Nicks announces her Complete Studio Albums & Rarities box set! -Road updates on The Struts and Jethro Tull! -New England Metalfest to return! -Alice Cooper's Road album details announced, first track drops! -How long will #Punk's newest supergroup last? -Grateful Dead drummer Bill Kreutzmann announces own line of CBD products! -Twitter sued by major

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