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Rock N Roll Story Guys

Gamut Podcast Network

Rock N Roll Story Guys features two best friends discussing (and maybe setting straight) the rumor, innuendo and hidden details that surround some of the biggest bands and songs in rock n roll history.

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49:09

RETOLD – Pam & Tommy

Rock N Roll Story Guys ·

2022/02/04

In honor of Hulu launching their new original series “Pam & Tommy,” we revisit the February 2021 episode “Tommy vs Pam” where Murdock went geek again on a member of Motely Crue – Tommy Lee – and the relationship he had with Pam Anderson. Did this tabloid-fueled romance rewrite the path to pop cultural dominance forever? SHOW NOTES: David Rose’s The Stripper: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y2CWfSLyjx8 Bob Vila and Pam Anderson:

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46:23

Episode 79 – Fogerty vs Fantasy

Rock N Roll Story Guys ·

2022/02/02

The guys let a listener letter lead them into the deep details of all the legal entanglements that defined one of the biggest rock bands of all-time. SHOW NOTES: Songs in this episode: Cast Your Fate to the Wind – Vince Guaraldi Trio, Run Through the Jungle – CCR, Old Man Down the Road – John

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47:16

Episode 78 – Gerry Rafferty vs the music business

Rock N Roll Story Guys ·

2022/01/26

Brian and Murdock dig into the rumor that the man behind “Baker Street” disappeared more than a decade ago and uncover his contentious relationship with fame and booze along the way. This episode is brought to you by Pair.com; Get your first month of website hosting for free by using the code QUICKSTART SHOW NOTES: Songs in this episode: Can I Have My Money Back, Baker Street, Right Down the Line – Gerry Rafferty; Stuck in the Middle with You – Stealers

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16:14

BONUS – Mick Fleetwood, TV producer?

Rock N Roll Story Guys ·

2022/01/21

The guys catch up on music news, including the break up of Every Time I Die, the When We Were Young Festival, and the TV show Mick Fleetwood just signed on for… SHOW

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40:21

Episode 77 – Boy George vs Jon Moss

Rock N Roll Story Guys ·

2022/01/19

Brian and Murdock talk the New Romantic movement, high drama, fan fiction and the self-proclaimed “great unresolved romance of the century” between Boy George and his drummer. This episode is brought to you by Pair.com; Get your first month of website hosting for free by using the code QUICKSTART SHOW NOTES: https://www.smoothradio.com/artists/boy-george/culture-club-feud-jon-moss/ London – Animal Games:

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49:59

Episode 76 – Fleetwood Mac vs Rumours

Rock N Roll Story Guys ·

2022/01/12

Brian breaks down the tortured and dysfunctional soap opera that led to one of the greatest rock records of all-time. Support the show on Patreon. SHOW NOTES: Songs in this episode: “Long Grey Mare” by Fleetwood

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18:56

BONUS – Remembering Tom T. Hall

Rock N Roll Story Guys ·

2022/01/07

Brian and Murdock celebrate the music and songwriting of Tom T Hall in light of his tragic passing. If you are struggling with mental health and suicidal thoughts, please call 800-273-8255. SHOW NOTES: Songs on this episode: “Fox Hollow’s Animal Train” Tom T Hall; “I Like Beer” Tom T Hall; “Little Bitty” Alan Jackson; “I Like” Heathen Dan SavingCountryMusic article:

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30:59

Episode 75 – Bret Michaels vs Ohio

Rock N Roll Story Guys ·

2022/01/05

The guys get a very specific rumor request from a listener and go on a mission to verify if Bret Michaels once randomly bought a kid in an Ohio mall a guitar. SHOW NOTES: https://www.discogs.com/release/2629490-Susie-Hatton-Body-And-Soul#:~:text=Label%3A,CD%2C%20Album Chicago concert review: https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/ct-xpm-1991-10-14-9104020937-story.html The list detailing Bret’s dating history: https://www.whosdatedwho.com/dating/bret-michaels-and-susie-hatton “Fallen

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31:28

BONUS – Favorite Music of 2021

Rock N Roll Story Guys ·

2021/12/31

Brian and Murdock run down quick lists of their favorite songs, artists and albums of the past year.

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32:57

Episode 74 – Cher vs Wu Tang Clan

Rock N Roll Story Guys ·

2021/12/29

Secret identities, secret albums and gay love songs? Brian walks through a long, sprawling story involving Cher, rap icons, a morally bankrupt tech bro, and a Beatle. SHOW NOTES: Songs used in this episode: Bonnie Jo Mason – Ringo, I Love You; Black Rose – Julie; Cher –

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56:05

RETOLD – Rock N Roll vs the Christmas Season

Rock N Roll Story Guys ·

2021/12/25

In this 2020 holiday episode, Brian and Murdock explore the historical intersection of rock music and the Yuletide through entries from the Boss, the Beatles, Beach Boys and ACDC and then count down their personal Top Five Rock n Roll Christmas Lists. SHOW NOTES: The Top 5 Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/66176IN7O7zw3qqCEFimOm ASCAP list of most-performed Xmas songs: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christmas_music#Early_secular_Christmas_songs Classic Rock Xmas Memories via Ultimate

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28:43

BONUS – More on Prince’s symbol

Rock N Roll Story Guys ·

2021/12/24

Brian is joined by Mitch Monson – one of the designers who worked with the Prince creative team in 1992 to create what would become the Love Symbol – to talk creation, influence and the importance of a big brother’s musical tastes. SHOW NOTES: The infographic that explains the evolution of the symbol: https://www.logolounge.com/articles/creating-princes-love-symbol-2016-5-18 More on Mitch: http://behance.net/mmon Mitch’s current employer: http://mirada.com

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30:43

Episode 73 – Prince vs the Symbol

Rock N Roll Story Guys ·

2021/12/22

Brian breaks down the story of Prince’s beef with his record label and what led him to giving up the rights to his own name. SHOW NOTES: Songs used in this episode: “Just Another Sucker” – 94 East, “Soft and Wet” – Prince, “One of Us” –

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18:45

BONUS – The O’Jays murder and Robin Lane

Rock N Roll Story Guys ·

2021/12/17

Brian answers a listener letter about the first hours of MTV and gets up to speed on the startling DNA discovery made in Ohio this week. SHOW NOTES: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robin_Lane Robin Lane & The Chartbusters – “When Things Go Wrong” – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9pTHbZKhjXY http://www.reddyteddy.com/band https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ph.D._(band) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_O%27Jays PhD – “Little Suzi’s on Top” –

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56:29

Episode 72 – Band Aid vs Christmas

Rock N Roll Story Guys ·

2021/12/15

Brian breaks down the inspiration, determination and dumb luck that led Bob Geldof and Midge Urie to create one of the most successful and lyrically tone-def holiday anthems of all time while also answering the age old query – “Do they know it is Christmastime at all?” (Spoiler: Yes. Yes, they do.) Guest co-host: Phil Medley (Check out his band Adventure’s 2020 album World of Hurt) This episode is brought to you in part by Stamps.com! SHOW NOTES: Song used in this episode:

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36:17

Episode 71 – Neil Young vs Geffen Records

Rock N Roll Story Guys ·

2021/12/08

Brian unwinds a remarkable tale about Neil Young’s improbable career, persistence, vision and love of his kid. SHOW NOTES: Songs used in this episode: The Squires – The Sultan; The Mynah Birds – It’s My Time; Neil Young – Hey Hey My My; Neil Young – Computer Age; Neil Young – Transformer Man; Neil Young – Betty Lou’s Got a New Pair of Shoes https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neil_Young The Pitchfork review of Trans:

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34:53

Episode 70 – Berlin vs Sex

Rock N Roll Story Guys ·

2021/12/01

Brian answers a listener letter about a Berlin album cover that sends him to the backstory of forgotten feminist icon Terri Nunn. This episode is brought to you in part by Stamps.com! Sign up with promo code POD for a special offer that includes a 4-week trial, free postage, and a digital scale. No long-term commitments or contracts. Just go to com, click the microphone at the top of the page, and enter code POD. SHOW NOTES: Songs heard in the show: Berlin – Sex (I’m A…), Donna

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36:20

RETOLD – Ghostbusters

Rock N Roll Story Guys ·

2021/11/26

In celebration of Ghostbusters: Afterlife taking over a lot of post-Turkey holiday plans, the guys reload the PILOT episode of Rock N Roll Bedtime stories – the tale of Ray Parker Jr. vs Huey Lewis. SHOW NOTES: See the article and research referenced for this story at this wonderful spot on the internet: https://ledgernote.com/blog/interesting/ghostbusters-theme-i-aint-afraid-of-getting-sued/ Songs and videos discussed: Huey Lewis and the News – I Want a New Drug:

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56:38

Episode 69 – Bob Dylan vs Jesus Christ

Rock N Roll Story Guys ·

2021/11/24

Brian barrels through the backstory of his favorite televised rock n roll performance, connecting punk rock, alien movies and Bob Dylan’s conversion to Christianity along the way. This episode brought to you by Stamps.com: Sign up with promo code POD for a special offer that includes a 4-week trial, free postage, and a digital scale. No long-term commitments or contracts. Just go to stamps.com, click the microphone at the top of the page, and enter code POD. SHOW NOTES: Songs in this episode:

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43:32

Episode 68 – Slick Rick vs the bodyguard

Rock N Roll Story Guys ·

2021/11/17

The guys hang out in the world of hip hop to discuss the impact of Slick Rick and examine the one bad decision that sent him to jail for way too long. Support the show on Patreon! SHOW

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