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The Rocklopedia Fakebandica

The Rocklopedia Fakebandica

Everything you ever wanted to know about fake bands in movies, TV, commercials, books, games, art, and elsewhere, but were afraid to ask

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85:44

Noel Fielding: The Patron Saint of Fake Bands

The Rocklopedia Fakebandica ·

2026/05/18

If you think Fred Armisen is the GOAT of fake bands, let us offer another candidate: Noel Fielding. From The Mighty Boosh to Noel Fielding's Luxury Comedy to even The Great British Baking Show, Fielding has created a legacy of fictional music to rival the best in the fake band biz. So sing a crimp to our latest legend, and Happy St. Fielding's Day to those that celebrate!

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54:35

The Rocklopedia Home Shopping Network

The Rocklopedia Fakebandica ·

2026/05/11

We talk with Mario DiGeorgio (syrupgraphics.com; mockbandtees.com) and Brad Albright (albrightillustration.com) about their amazing work in clothing and art that further the fake band cause, and we marvel that some people are smart enough to get money through fake bands.

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76:15

May The Fourth Be With You!

The Rocklopedia Fakebandica ·

2026/05/04

Let's celebrate Star Wars with a deep dive of fictional bands in the movies, TV shows, books, video games, and anyplace else we can find them in the Star Wars Galaxy. We look at Gaya, DJ-R3X, The Agasar, Shag Kava, and even... Hakko Drazlip and the Tootle Froots?

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52:54

Rocklopedia Rewind: Stars Wars: Cantina Band vs. Max...

The Rocklopedia Fakebandica ·

2026/05/04

Let's revisit our original Stars Wars episode this May the Fourth! In our seventh episode ever, way back in 2024, we discussed Figrin D'an and the Modal Nodes and looked at the detailed world building of the franchise. We also tackled The Max Rebo Band and whether it's okay for a filmmaker to keep changing the film. Just remember, every time you hear "Mad About Me," we're really saying we're mad about you, ma pateesa!

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87:34

The Partridge Family

The Rocklopedia Fakebandica ·

2026/04/27

Hello world, there's a podcast we're doing... on The Partridge Family! We look at the show, the band, the albums and that iconic bus. This is one of the big fake bands in pop culture, so it's why we made sure to discuss them on one of our first 111 episodes.

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86:54

Hey Ho Let's Go!: Punk Rock A to Z

The Rocklopedia Fakebandica ·

2026/04/20

To celebrate the 50th anniversary of The Ramones' debut album, we find fake punk rock bands and musicians from A to Z.

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60:17

It's Record Store Day! Again!

The Rocklopedia Fakebandica ·

2026/04/13

The Rocklopedia Fakebandica talks record stores again because the geniuses behind Record Store Day can't just put their celebration on Rex Manning Day. We look at Hearts Beat Loud with Nick Offerman, and discuss whether Logic's movie Paradise Records even counts as a fake band movie.

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84:16

It's Rex Manning Day!

The Rocklopedia Fakebandica ·

2026/04/06

We celebrate our favorite holiday by analyzing the movie Empire Records, and then we decide the show isn't long enough and we add in every version of High Fidelity too.

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83:51

The Band That (Didn't Really) Save NBC

The Rocklopedia Fakebandica ·

2026/03/30

On this episode, we revel in the glory that is 1980s TV and remind the world about the fake band that was supposed to turn around an entire network.

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70:29

We Play Hi-Fi!

The Rocklopedia Fakebandica ·

2026/03/23

The Rocklopedia Fakebandica tries its hand at playing the board game Hi-Fi. It goes as well as you might expect.

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82:24

Podcasthon and Student Diplomacy Corps!

The Rocklopedia Fakebandica ·

2026/03/16

The Rocklopedia joins a cast of thousands at Podcasthon.org, a weeklong collaboration between podcasts and the charities and nonprofit they support. We're celebrating Student Diplomacy Corps (https://sdcorps.org/) and talking fake bands that might be near the incredible SDC offerings.

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89:19

21st Century Animation: Part One

The Rocklopedia Fakebandica ·

2026/03/09

You asked for it, you got it! We discuss three relatively new animated shows that are smart and kid friendly and chock full of fake bands. From Steven Universe to Twelve Forever to Regular Show, we leave no stone unturned in our quest to find all the fictional musicians we can.

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28:37

Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss!

The Rocklopedia Fakebandica ·

2026/03/02

Oh, THIS is an episode, THIS one, you seeAll about Dr. Seuss and his fake-band-i-tree! We talked about Geisel, that wonderful brain Who gave us fake music again and again!

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57:13

Parks and Recreation

The Rocklopedia Fakebandica ·

2026/02/23

It's the 11th anniversary of the beloved NBC sitcom's series finale, and we delve into all the fake bands, big and small. Even with Parks and Rec, we go to 11!

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75:09

The Hall of Fame: Catherine O'Hara and Marlene Dietrich

The Rocklopedia Fakebandica ·

2026/02/16

The Rocklopedia Fakebandica welcomes our latest inductees! Catherine O'Hara sadly receives her entry posthumously, and we go back to the 20th Century for the legendary Marlene Dietrich

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53:22

Episode 100: Add It Up

The Rocklopedia Fakebandica ·

2026/02/09

We celebrate our 100th show with a parade of fake bands with numbers in their names! From 2 Guys N the Parque to Calvin Stopes and his Sixteen Sexophonists, we cover them all!

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73:31

Dr. Teeth and the Electric Mayhem

The Rocklopedia Fakebandica ·

2026/02/02

Dr. Teeth and the Electric Mayhem are legends in the fake band world. They may be Muppets, but they rock hard and party harder (at least in Wellington). We talk the Muppets, the band, and the possible nationality of Animal (?).

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66:47

The Battle Plan of the Republic

The Rocklopedia Fakebandica ·

2026/01/26

Does The Rocklopedia Fakebandica have the pluck and guile to make Tatooine's favorite song the #1 song in the US?

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70:21

Fake Before Famous

The Rocklopedia Fakebandica ·

2026/01/19

Not everyone starts out famous. It takes a lot of hard work, and sometimes, you have to play in a fake band. The Rocklopedia Fakebandica commends these hard working fake musicians that finally found their place in the sun!

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93:58

Masters of Our Public Domain

The Rocklopedia Fakebandica ·

2026/01/12

The Rocklopedia Fakebandica keeps its fingers on the pulse of today by discussing fictional musicians that debuted 95 years ago and are now part of the public domain. What is the public domain, you ask? Well then, this is the episode for you!

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