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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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All Episodes

48:39

The Midnight Special At 50!

The Imbalanced History of Rock and Roll ·

2023/02/27

Starting with the vision of Burt Sugarman, the Imbalanced Boys discuss the first late, late night TV show, which also happened to be groundbreaking in its presentation of live music! Thanks to the show's uncredited documentarians, we get the word on how it got started from Burt himself. We'll dig into the music, the artists, and of course, the great Wolfman Jack! What might be hard to get your head around is the idea of 1970's TV, and how it all went to a test pattern, after The Tonight Show

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11:59

Bent News #47: Gn'R road plans, Stones/Beatles studio...

The Imbalanced History of Rock and Roll ·

2023/02/24

Time to straighten out what's going on, bent or not: -Guns n' Roses lock-in for World Tour '23, band-branded NASCAR makes impact! -Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr reportedly recording for next Rolling Stones album! -Peter Green's musical possessions up for auction! -Graham Nash Now to drop in May! -Depeche Mode expands tour focus, adds dates! -Led Zeppelin documentary being reworked and retitled! -Sammy-era Van Halen vinyl nuts about to find musical joy! -Brian May's take on inspiring thrash, Croz's

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50:16

The Hippest Trip In America: Soul Train!

The Imbalanced History of Rock and Roll ·

2023/02/20

Author Ericka Blount Danois joins the boys for an overall look into Soul Train, known by its on-air slogan as "the hippest trip in America!" We discuss Ericka's book, Love, Peace and Soul: Behind the Scenes of America's Favorite Dance Show Soul Train: Classic Moments, and other subjects about this classic TV show! We discuss the role of host Don Cornelius (as well as the other hosts) in shaping Soul Train, as well as his fading interest upon one musical genre's arrival! We also touch upon his

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13:45

Bent News #46: U2 lands Larry-free Vegas residency,...

The Imbalanced History of Rock and Roll ·

2023/02/17

Time for Bent News #46: -U2 announces Vegas residency plans that don't include Larry Mullen Jr. -Depeche Mode surprise drops new music! -Richie Sambora announces solo album, talks return to Bon Jovi! -The Rolling Stones announce plans for a '60s mini-series! -What do Genesis and Sting have in common? Feel free to slide by and visit our website anytime!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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50:34

Words Of Love

The Imbalanced History of Rock and Roll ·

2023/02/13

Sure they start out all sweetness and light, but then the Imbalanced Boys drift off into other aspects and points-of-view in the matter of love in song! Once on track Markus and Ray also discuss their 5 Favorite love song duets, AND songs for Valentine's Day! Digging back to discover sources of love songs is no easier to navigate than love itself. There's also a real Valentine moment during the session. So tread lightly but step boldly towards matters of the heart! And don't forget to eat your

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13:39

Bent News #45: Ozzy grabs Grammys, a major Fleetwood...

The Imbalanced History of Rock and Roll ·

2023/02/10

-Ozzy Osbourne goes 2 for 4 at The Grammys! Largest In Memoriam in ceremony's 65 years! -Mick Fleetwood answers our main episode question from last week. Thanks, big fella! -KoRn Requiem Mass, a Slipknot surprise, and Megadeth to stream from Budokan! -Feuding Floydians, Fogerty's remote festival gig, a Fripp & Toyah update and more! ***FLASH AMERICAN MUSICAL ICON, BURT BACHARACH DEAD AT 94*** Feel free to slide by and visit our website anytime!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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47:24

The Story Of Fleetwood Mac

The Imbalanced History of Rock and Roll ·

2023/02/06

There are so many stories inside The Story Of Fleetwood Mac! The Imbalanced Brothers tell the tale of how they broke out of The Bluesbreakers to find their own way, taking a long, winding path to become the band that dominated in every way! Learn about Peter Green, Jeremy Spencer, Bob Welch and the whole cast of characters! Dig into the turn in the road that brings in Lindsey and Stevie, and everything that comes after that! It's our first look into a band whose story is more than could fit into one

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25:36

Bent News #44: Rock Hall announces nominees for Class...

The Imbalanced History of Rock and Roll ·

2023/02/03

Top of the stack in a busy week: -Rock Hall announces nominees for Class Of 2023, and a redefining of its mission statement! -Ozzy Osbourne reluctantly confirms, for sure...No More Tours! -Sir Paul narrowly avoids a speeding car at Abbey Road crossing! -Jane's Addiction picks Josh Klinghofer! -Jethro Tull announces new album, tours cancelled by New Zealand storms, a tour dates avalanche and much more! Feel free to slide by and visit our website anytime!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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42:05

Berry & Smokey! MusiCares Persons Of The Year!

The Imbalanced History of Rock and Roll ·

2023/01/28

Berry may have given Smokey his start in the business, but since they met they've been best friends, their lives and fates interwoven through the decades. From the early days of the Motown Era, Hitsville's prime in Detroit, the artists, the music, the writers, working together...what a life!!! The changes inside the music, and the move to L.A. are all discussed. Through everything life can throw at you over 60+ years, they've lived with kindness and a clear view of the bigger picture. Their impact

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16:14

Bent News #43: Farewell to David Crosby, and a ton of...

The Imbalanced History of Rock and Roll ·

2023/01/27

This week's Bent News, #43 includes: -The full story on the passing of David Crosby! (see Jimmy Webb tribute below) -Neil Young to play Willie Nelson's 90th birthday jam! -John Lennon "Lost Weekend" documentary due in April! -The lowdown on Rivals Sons! -Ian Hunter announces new album, Defiance! due in April! -Yes gather forces and sell back catalogue to Atlantic Records! -Doors members sell rights for charity and more! JIMMY WEBB on DAVD CROSBY: Croz, as he was known to his friends, was a

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51:47

Denny Laine - Songs & Stories

The Imbalanced History of Rock and Roll ·

2023/01/23

Denny Laine has been at this Rock n' Roll thing for almost 60 years, and the Imbalanced Brothers were giddy at the chance to talk to the RRHOFer, founding member of The Moody Blues, and Sir Paul's partner in Wings! But there's more to the man and his story, and some laughs to share! Denny talks of his early influences: Buddy Holly, Chuck Berry, Elvis, and being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Denny is hitting the road for the first time since the pandemic. Here's the latest update of

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12:07

Bent News #42: Fogerty wins CCR fight, Dolly rocks, a...

The Imbalanced History of Rock and Roll ·

2023/01/20

So much news, breaking and other wise, to get to this week: -John Fogerty secures his CCR copyrights after decades-long battle! -When Dolly rocks! -Maneskin drops "Gossip," their new single feat. Tom Morello! -Genesis announced box set of mostly unreleased tracks! -Farewells: Lisa Marie Presley, BTO's Robbie Bachman, Screaming Trees Van Conner! And a last second addition: David Crosby of The Byrds and CSNY... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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46:40

Electric Light Orchestra...In The Beginning

The Imbalanced History of Rock and Roll ·

2023/01/16

As often happens when the Imbalanced Brothers dig into a topic, they experienced wonder and discovery, only one of which is an ELO album title! Sure, they're both huge fans, sure they listened to Electric Light Orchestra a lot, but there's always a story inside the story that surprises, or even amazes. In this case, the reminder of just how great their music was, is part of the experience. The soundtrack for this episode is extra lush! We love our sponsors!!! Please visit their web sites, and

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15:33

Bent News #41: GUITAR GOD JEFF BECK DIES SUDDENLY!

The Imbalanced History of Rock and Roll ·

2023/01/13

Hot off the (sandwich) presses in the Bent Newsroom: -The sudden passing of Jeff Beck!!! -Foo Fighters announce first show for 2023, more sure to follow! -Peter Gabriel's "Panopticom" makes a splash! -U2 announces "Songs Of Surrender!" -Tool's Danny Carey sittin' in on Late Night! -Fripp & Toyah keep rockin' into a new year! -1st Quarter album release highlights & more! We LOVE our sponsors, check them out right here: #Boldfoot Socks https://boldfoot.com #CrookedEye

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40:23

Back To The Shoals; a Coda to our previous visit!

The Imbalanced History of Rock and Roll ·

2023/01/09

Time to get "Back To The Shoals," as in Muscle Shoals, one of the most fertile musical regions of the U.S., especially in the '60s and '70s, but even through the decades since. So many great sessions becoming an amazing list of incredible records for one studio! In this episode, Markus says that maybe the boys should do a series of episodes about this amazing musical place where the feels come from the mud! This return underlines the need to do more episodes about this amazing place! So, kick back

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15:24

Bent News #40: Foos to move forward, Brian May...

The Imbalanced History of Rock and Roll ·

2023/01/06

Back in the Totally Bent News Studios, with all the news you need...it's just bent! -Foo Fighters to ride again in 2023! -The Knighting of Dr. Brian May! -The solo debut of Michael Stipe? -Billy Idol's Hollywood "Star!" -Iron Maiden honored by The Royal Mail! -As The Journey Turns! -Ozzy & Sharon welcome their first grandson & more! We love our sponsors!!! Please visit their web sites, and support them because they make this crazy show go: Boldfoot Socks https://boldfoot.com Crooked Eye

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37:13

5 Favorites: American Guitarists Of The 70s!

The Imbalanced History of Rock and Roll ·

2023/01/02

Such a fun way to kick off 2023! This outing isn't meant to settle all of those lunch room fights over this topic in the actual 1970s, it's just Markus and Ray sharing their faves from a very influential time in both of their musical lives. It's the podcast that acts like a game show whenever they do an episode of Five Favorites! Feel free to post yours on our social media, or email them to us at: imbalancedhistory@gmail.com! We love our sponsors!!! Please visit their web sites, and support them

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41:53

Pink Floyd: From The Gates To Atom Heart, Mother - REDUX

The Imbalanced History of Rock and Roll ·

2022/12/26

So many amazing bands were finding their start and inspiration in the mid to late 1960s! From the premise put forth early in this episode of the members as an architectural firm, having met in school, through their formation and the hazy era of early psychedelia, The Imbalanced Brothers tell the tale of the formation and foundation of Pink Floyd! Ride along through all of the name changes, musical paths, up to their "Atom Heart Mother" album! The door for the next phase is wide open! We love our

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14:04

Bent News #39: RIP City: As 2022 closes, a spate of...

The Imbalanced History of Rock and Roll ·

2022/12/23

-Before we can give '22 the bird, the year has stolen more sources of musical joy from us. Sadly, it must be addressed... -This week alone, Death took: drummer Dino Danelli of The Rascals, guitarist Kim Simmonds of Savoy Brown, Shirley Watts (Charlie's bride), Terry Hall of The Specials, Martin Duffy of Primal Scream, Rick Anderson of The Tubes, and songwriter Shirley Eikhard....wow! There is other news... -The Rolling Stones announce a virtual concert! -Paul Simon to be honored with special on

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50:49

To Those We've Lost In 2022

The Imbalanced History of Rock and Roll ·

2022/12/19

This is a deep look at the creative forces that have left the world in the past year. We've included figures from all sorts of creative pursuits! Whether aged and iconic, after long illness or suddenly shocking, we feel the loss of those with whom we've shared something. In this case...it's music, something so integral to our lives. 2022 not only continued a dreary trend that we noticed a few years back, this year took it an unreal level. This is also an exercise in remembering what we had in those

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