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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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29:02

Episode 21 – Blondie vs Ted Bundy

Rock N Roll Story Guys ·

2020/11/29

Brian breaks down the story of Debbie Harry and the encounter she still claims she had with one of the most notorious killers of all time. Show Notes: Story rundown: https://www.nme.com/news/music/blondie-27-1297267 Bundy Wiki: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ted_Bundyhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Debbie_Harry Newsweek story: https://www.newsweek.com/blondies-debbie-harry-sets-record-straight-about-her-connection-ted-bundy-1491691 Robert Williams video: https://youtu.be/Y3Iha7d0g-Y Snopes

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56:37

Episode 20 – Rock n Roll vs the Christmas Season

Rock N Roll Story Guys ·

2020/11/22

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 Classic Rock:

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33:40

Episode 19 – Keith Richards vs Dad’s ashes

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2020/11/15

The guys get morbid examining rock n roll stories that feature someone getting hungry for their hero. Hear how a Rolling Stone claims to have a special connection with a particular ancestor and find out who else has claimed to smoke, snort or have stolen the ashes of musical legends. SHOW NOTES: Great list of things that have happened to rock star ashes: https://www.houstonpress.com/music/10-things-that-have-happened-to-rock-stars-ashes-6498996 Cremation wiki:

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36:13

Episode 18 – Ozzy Osbourne vs The Hyatt

Rock N Roll Story Guys ·

2020/11/08

The guys get into the second entry in the Rock N Roll Bedtime Stories “Hotel Suite” of tales involving rock royalty battling it out with their overnight accommodations. Hear how Ozzy disappeared in Nashville and caused the FBI to be called. SHOW NOTES: Van Halen News Desk story: https://www.vhnd.com/2018/11/09/ozzy-missing-1978-black-sabbath-tour/ Metal Devastation Radio story:

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24:58

Episode 17- The Who vs Holiday Inn

Rock N Roll Story Guys ·

2020/11/01

Brian unravels the details of one of the greatest rock n roll hotel parties of all-time… and how it led to a lifetime ban for one group of musicians. SHOW NOTES: Keith Moon with Led Zep: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GyM6-QibDFM Vintage Holiday Inn Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iZSCjyUWPgE The Who “Can’t Explain”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h3h–K5928M RockCheetah.com rundown:

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29:42

Episode 16- Slash vs Predator

Rock N Roll Story Guys ·

2020/10/25

Brian and Murdock lean full-tilt into the ’80s to tell a tale of collision between a rock n roll guitar god and a legendary movie monster (and the drugs it took to get there). SHOW NOTES: Guns N Roses at Farm Aid (Adler’s last performance): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BYen5GUEtB8 Predator movie trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X2hBYGwKh3I Rolling Stone’s wildest GNR moments:

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30:20

Episode 15- Van Halen vs the brown M&Ms

Rock N Roll Story Guys ·

2020/10/18

The guys pay tribute to the late, great Eddie Van Halen by tackling one of the most popularly cited “rock n roll bedtime stories” of all time. What did the guys in Van Halen really have against brown chocolate candies? SHOW NOTES: Eddie talks about the Frankenstein guitar: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i2mh7zGfFRM&t=158s Hot for Teacher video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6M4_Ommfvv0 Eruption (1986): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L9r-NxuYszg David Lee Roth on WTF:

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25:23

Episode 14- The Beach Boys vs The Manson Family

Rock N Roll Story Guys ·

2020/09/10

Brian digs into the facts surrounding the strange relationship between one of the makers of the California Sound (Dennis Wilson) and the man with 1000 foot stare, 15 girlfriends and some crazy theories about race war (Charlie Manson!). PLUS – What film made Brian Wilson quit going to the movies for almost two decades??? SHOW NOTES: Beach Boys on Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Beach_Boys Dennis Wilson on Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dennis_Wilson Charles Manson on

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25:44

Episode 13- Lynyrd Skynyrd vs the Big Blue Sky

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2020/08/24

Murdock gets the gritty details of the Skynyrd plane crash figured out and Brian shares about his few close encounters with Artimus Pyle. SHOW NOTES: Skynyrd Wiki: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lynyrd_Skynyrd Skynyrd 7/13/77 “That Smell” -https://youtu.be/hib4n9RmFrQ Artimus Pyle wiki: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Artimus_Pyle https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XhzYLLYHoq8 Original news reports: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9RxEe_OnGOo Rolling Stone tribute:

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Episode 12 – Motley Crue vs Fake Nikki Sixx

Rock N Roll Story Guys ·

2020/08/01

Murdock geeks out about one of his formative favorites – Motley Crue – and that time they might have replaced the bass player and never told anyone… SHOW NOTES: Loudersound article: https://www.loudersound.com/features/matthew-trippe-nikki-sixx-the-imitation-game The interview tapes with Matthew Trippe: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wlBFJ2UXBsE From CarWreckdebangs.Wordpress.com (with photos of original Kerrang! article) Motley Crüe Had A Fake Nikki Sixx And Nobody Noticed

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24:01

Episode 11 – Billy Idol vs the Thai Military

Rock N Roll Story Guys ·

2020/07/02

Brian breaks down the drug-fueled meltdown that left Billy Idol’s friends referring to him as “Bilvis.” PLUS – the guys check their mailbox and user reviews. Get your own email in at wearethestoryguys@gmail.com. SHOW NOTES: Story recounted from the book Dancing With Myself, written by Billy Idol (2014): https://www.amazon.com/Dancing-Myself-Billy-Idol/dp/0857205609/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=billy+idol+book&qid=1593655017&sr=8-3 Billy Idol Wiki:

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44:49

Episode 10 – Little Richard vs Rock n Roll History

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2020/05/13

Brian and Murdock meet up to honor the guy who influenced pretty much anyone else who ever made rock n roll after him – but doesn’t always get the credit. Hear the tales of church, dirty lyrics, PCP and short legs that make up the legend of Little Richard. SHOW NOTES: https://www.grunge.com/93930/untold-truth-little-richard/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Little_Richard Little Richard on Letterman (1982) – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bqxbyZDoFnk

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33:03

Special Episode – Pandemic Playlist Part 1

Rock N Roll Story Guys ·

2020/05/01

Brian and Murdock call on old friends for help in building the ultimate set of songs to listen to during quarantine. Add your songs to the playlist by emailing the show: wearethestoryguys@gmail.com Or Tweet at Brian (@Beichen22) or Murdock (@heyitsMurdock). Listen to the Spotify Playlist here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/05KThJHSGdI6fxqjsAgntk?si=eT9N64VFTLSN4o_T6csh2w

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Episode 9 – Jackie Wilson vs Sex Appeal

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2020/04/16

Brian breaks down the career and carousing of soul legend Jackie Wilson – and that one time he almost died in the hallway of his apartment building. SHOW NOTES: https://www.charlotteobserver.com/entertainment/ent-columns-blogs/state-of-the-art/article31127363.html https://www.history-of-rock.com/jackie_wilson.htm Jackie Wilson Biography

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Episode 8 – Dave Stewart vs Joe Walsh

Rock N Roll Story Guys ·

2020/04/09

Brian tells another sordid rock n roll love triangle tale that features break-ups, make outs, bad poetry and one big hit song – that became a hit for a guy who wasn’t around for any of the drama! SHOW NOTES: Book excerpt from Dave Stewart’s memoir Sweet Dreams are Made of This: https://www.billboard.com/articles/news/magazine-feature/6859098/dave-stewart-memoir-excerpt-stevie-nicks-fling-tom-petty-song-jimmy-iovine The Tourists: “Don’t Come Around Here No More”

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Episode 7 – George Jones vs The Murder Cocaine Mafia

Rock N Roll Story Guys ·

2020/03/04

Murdock rips through the best parts (read: most horrifyingly sad parts) of George Jones’ life – including that time he might have been controlled by drug dealing shysters. SHOW NOTES: The autobiography – I Lived to Tell It All White Lighting He Stopped Loving Her Today

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Episode 6 – Gram Parsons vs Fire

Rock N Roll Story Guys ·

2020/02/08

Murdock drops John Prine stories and unwinds the saga of Gram Parsons, Joshua Tree and a crazy promise between friends that ends with a $750 fine. SHOW NOTES: A basic rundown: https://ultimateclassicrock.com/gram-parsons-body-theft-case-settled/ The Oral History: https://www.loudersound.com/features/how-i-stole-gram-parsons-body Original Rolling Stone reporting: https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/gram-parsons-the-mysterious-death-and-aftermath-204652/ Eight Miles High:

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45:14

Episode 5 – Richard Marx vs. The Haters

Rock N Roll Story Guys ·

2020/01/18

Brian reminds Murdock of the megastar that was Richard Marx and the time-lord/troll-fighter/action star he is today. SHOW NOTES: Zack’s Story: https://www.zacheverson.com/tag/richard-marx/ Ed’s Story: https://www.salon.com/2013/01/19/richard_marx_hates_my_guts/ CNN’s Story: https://www.cnn.com/2016/12/21/entertainment/richard-marx-korean-air-passenger/index.html Daisy’s Insta: https://www.instagram.com/p/BOPJdvCD4qh/?utm_source=ig_embed Buy Richard’s new CD:

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Episode 4 – George Harrison vs Eric Clapton

Rock N Roll Story Guys ·

2019/12/17

Murdock unravels the dysfunctional love triangle/quadrangle that hangs over the greatest songs of the 60’s and 70’s and explains why some of the most famous rock stars of all time should never have trusted their dentist. SHOW NOTES: Pattie Boyd – https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pattie_Boyd Ronnie Wood Show with Pattie Boyd – http://www.axs.tv/featured/theronniewoodshow-pattie-boyd/ “Mo” – https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maureen_Starkey_Tigrett More about the

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Episode 3 – INXS vs. Bob Geldof

Rock N Roll Story Guys ·

2019/11/23

Brian unwinds the complicated legacy of INXS frontman Michael Hutchence, his relationship with Paula Yates and what really happened in that hotel room. SHOW NOTES: Songs, videos and additional reading and listening suggested on this show are below: Boomtown Rats – “I Don’t Like Mondays” – https://youtu.be/8yteMugRAc0 INXS – “Need You Tonight” – https://youtu.be/F93ywiGMDnQ Paula Yates – “These Boots are Made for Walkin'” –

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