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The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock Podcast

The Ugly American Werewolf in London is a weekly podcast about classic rock, hard rock, progressive rock, heavy metal, early MTV, 80s music, UK vs. US chart success and all things rock! Hosted by The Wolf and Action Jackson, who interview rock legends, review classic albums and concerts of their favorite classic rock bands each week. Once a month, they welcome musicians, writers and fans to First Concert Memories to tell about one particular night where a live concert changed their life. Action &

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UAWIL #59: Exile on Main Street - The Rolling Stones

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2022/01/13

1972 was a tough time for the Rolling Stones. They'd broken with their management, were forced to leave the UK as tax exiles & Keith was in the middle of his decade long heroin battle. But relocating to Nice allowed them to create the album by which all other Stones albums are measured. Rock, blues, country, gospel & soul elements are weaved throughout this masterpiece thanks to slick slide guitar from Mick Taylor, great piano from half a dozen guests and Mick & Keith's songwriting power. Ugly

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UAWIL #58: Van Halen - The Debut Album

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2022/01/06

Van Halen released their debut album in 1978 & rock guitar playing hasn't been the same since. With the virtuoso tapping of Eddie Van Halen, super charisma of David Lee Roth and the thumping backbone of Michael Anthony & Alex Van Halen, this album changed rock n roll forever. In a world where punk was king, Van Halen mixed California sunshine with raw power to create a sound that still resonates to this day. Despite their issues later, this is one of the best rock debuts of all time. Ugly American

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UAWIL #57: Best of 2021 - Albums, Episodes, Concerts...

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2021/12/30

2021 was an odd and difficult year for so many around the world. Live music returned a bit in the UK but not to the extent we all wished. The Wolf & Action Jackson take the opportunity to reflect on their favorite releases, their best (and worst) episodes, to say thanks to all the guests, friends & fans of the podcast and to talk about what they look forward to in 2022. Ugly American Werewolf in London Website Ugly American Werewolf in London Store - Get your Wolf

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UAWIL #56: The Smiths - The Queen is Dead

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2021/12/23

The Smiths may not have made it big the US but they were a huge influence on the next generation of rock bands to come out of the UK. Led by Morrissey's painful laments, Johnny Marr's innovative guitar work and a solid rhythm section of Andy Rourke and Mike Joyce, The Queen is Dead may just be the best record they ever made. Not a band destined to last, or apparently to ever reunite, The Smiths occupy a special place in rock history that can't be ignored. Ugly American Werewolf in London

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UAWIL #55: Asia - Official Bootlegs Vol 1 Review

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2021/12/16

Fans of our show know that love to work Asia into our conversations consistently. The band have released a box set of 5 shows from different tours to show how the band & setlist evolved over the course of 30 years. Thanks to some new artwork from Roger Dean, words from long time collaborator Dave Gallant & some beautiful packaging, this is a must have for Asia fans. We'll discuss the evolution of the bands sound & setlist while focusing on what we like and lamenting about what we don't. Of course

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UAWIL #54: REM - Document

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2021/12/09

REM were the darlings of the alternative/college rock scene in the 1980s. The quartet from Athens, GA blended folk, rock & country to create a unique sound while touring relentlessly to build their fan base. By 1987, it was time for them to step up & with the help of Scott Lit, who would go on to produce all their big albums of the rest of the 80s & 90s, evolved their sound to attract a much larger audience. Some diehards may have resisted but this record put REM on a much bigger stage. Ugly

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UAWIL #53: U2 - Achtung Baby

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2021/12/02

30 years ago, U2 wanted to deliver a new, more industrial and techno sound against the backdrop of the fall of the Berlin Wall. Through personal hardships, artistic differences & real world struggles that almost broke up the band, U2 came out on the other side with a new sound that put them back on top for good. It came out just as our intrepid hosts were becoming friends as freshmen in college and this record stirs up lots of memories & emotions for them. Ugly American Werewolf in London

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UAWIL #52: Abbey Road Studios Tour & Lecture

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2021/11/25

The Wolf lives by Abbey Road & recently he had the extraordinary opportunity to visit the legendary studio down the street. Celebrating 90 years of setting the standard for recorded music & pushing the envelope of technology, Abbey Road hosted lectures by 2 American authors who led us through the years. Innovation, collaboration & talent still ooze out of the place, the walls definitely talk. Listen to The Wolf grin big as he sits at the control desk, visits the echo room & learns about The Beatles,

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UAWIL #50 Pt 2: Ryan Condal of House of the Dragon...

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2021/11/18

In show 50 Pt 2, we not only conclude our review of the movie Highlander & the soundtrack by rock legends Queen but we interview House of the Dragon producer/creator/writer Ryan Condal. Ryan wrote a screenplay to reboot Highlander and we ask him how he came to the film, how things are going on the Game of Thrones series he's running, House of the Dragon, and his prop collection which he discusses on The Stuff Dreams Are Made Of Podcast Ugly American Werewolf in London Website Ugly American Werewolf

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UAWIL #50 Pt 1: Highlander - Movie & Soundtrack Review

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2021/11/11

Highlander was released in 1986 to an underwhelming box office. Though the film lost money it gained a huge cult following thanks to cable tv & rental stores. A classic clash of good vs. evil with Sean Connery playing mentor to Christopher Lambert as they battle Clancy Brown's Kurgan character. It spawned several sequels & tv shows but none of them compare to Russel Mulcahey's original featuring the music of Queen. Part 1 of our 50th show on this fantasy classic! Ugly American Werewolf in London

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UAWIL #49: The Doors - LA Woman

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2021/11/04

1971 was a tumultuous time for The Doors as Jim Morrison faced legal troubles, battled substance abuse, and their longtime producer walked out. But out of that they created what might be their best album showing their ability to play blues, pop, psychedelic and classic Doors music. It would prove to be their last record and we go in depth while also measuring the impact of the 1991 Oliver Stone movie and Action's visit to Jim's grave. Ugly American Werewolf in London Website Ugly American Werewolf

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UAWIL #48: Bruce Dickinson Live/The Who - Who's Next

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2021/10/28

Bruce Dickinson is a true polymath & renaissance man. After his one man show was delayed due to his contracting COVID, he returned to the stage in London & The Wolf was fortunate enough to see him. We continue our reviews of classic records turning 50 with the extraordinary Who's Next. Pieced together from Pete Townshends attempt at the concept album Lifehouse, Who's Next stands as one of the true triumphs of rock history with Baba O'Reilly, Won't Get Fooled Again, Bargain, Going Mobile and more

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UAWIL #47: Marvin Gaye - What's Going On

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2021/10/21

In 1971 Marvin Gaye found himself in a time and place that he didn't recognize. Political unrest, social injustice, an unpopular war and his own personal hardships weighed heavily on him. But out of that came an album that would not only reflect the times in which he was living but one that holds stark similarities to the times we find ourselves in now. Call it rock, soul, R&B - it's extraordinary music with a timely & timeless message. Ugly American Werewolf in London Website Ugly American Werewolf

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UAWIL #46: Led Zeppelin IV 50th Anniversary

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2021/10/14

November 2021 will mark the 50th anniversary of the release of Led Zeppelin's untitled 4th album which has sold nearly 40 million copies around the world. Jimmy Page, Robert Plant, John Paul Jones & John Bonham took all that they'd learned from the first 3 records to create a true rock masterpiece at Headley Grange. We discuss what we love, what we think is overplayed, how it's stood the test of time & reminisce about growing up in American & discovering Led Zeppelin. Ugly American Werewolf in

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UAWIL #45: Rolling Stones photog Curt Angeledes...

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2021/10/07

Curt Angeledes has been a Rolling Stones fan since 1963 and has seen the band over 100 times. But in the mid-70s, he started to bring his camera into shows capturing the band over the years, evading security and selling prints to get to the next show. His book Go For Broke, Vol. 1 chronicles more than 40 years of Stones tours through his lens & captures some incredible moments. Mac B & Action Jackson interview him on his extraordinary life. Ugly American Werewolf in London Website Ugly American

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UAWIL #44: Steve Hackett Live at the London Palladium...

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2021/09/30

Live music has returned to London! The Wolf had the honor of seeing Steve and his extraordinary band live at the London Palladium after almost 2 years without live music. Along with some new & classic solo material, the band played the live Genesis classic Seconds Out start to finish including the epic Supper's Ready. Action interviews the Wolf on a special night out in London. Ugly American Werewolf in London Website Ugly American Werewolf in London Store - Get your Wolf

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UAWIL #43: Hysteria - Def Leppard with Neil from Def...

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2021/09/23

The Wolf & Action Jackson are joined this week by Neil from Def Lep Pod to discuss the diamond selling 1987 juggernaut from Def Leppard, Hysteria. With 6 Top 20 Billboard hits, Hysteria dominated the US charts for 2 years. However, this album almost never came to be due to Rick Allen's horrific car accident, losing their producer, accumulating debt and changing musical landscape. We discuss with Neil the difference between Def Lep's success in the States vs. the UK and dive deep into the album,

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UAWIL #42: Rush - Cinema Strangiato & Roll the Bones...

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2021/09/16

On September 9, 2021 the directors cut of Cinema Strangiato from the R40 tour enjoyed a one night theatrical release. Though on opposite sides of the pond, The Wolf & Action Jackson both made it out for this opportunity to see and hear Rush on the big screen. As part 2 of the Rush double header, the boys reminisce about 30 years since the debut of Roll the Bones when they met in college, camped out for tickets and saw Rush for the first time. Ugly American Werewolf in London Website Ugly American

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UAWIL #41: Rolling Stones 2-for-1 - Charlie Watts...

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2021/09/09

The passing of Charlie Watts marks the end of an era lasting nearly 60 years for rock music and the Rolling Stones. We honor the dapper, gentlemanly, quiet rock of the Stones and offer a review of the band's last album of the 1960's, Let it Bleed. Powered by Gimme Shelter, Can't Always Get What You Want & Midnight Rambler it was album that changed the direction of the Stones and marked the end of the 60s. Ugly American Werewolf in London Website Ugly American Werewolf in London Store - Get your Wolf

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UAWIL #40: The Cult - Sonic Temple

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2021/09/02

The Cult had been marketed as a gothic or post punk band in the mid-80s & made a statement with the albums Love and Electric. But 1989's Sonic Temple raised their game and sales to whole new level thanks to producer Bob Rock and some killer riffs from Billy Duffy. Ian Astbury's spiritual lyrics mixed with raucous guitars made Fire Woman a huge hit. More than 30 years later, it's still their biggest & an alltime favorite of Action Jackson. Ugly American Werewolf in London Website Ugly American

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