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Serious Rock Talk Podcast

Paolo Pettofrezza, Etienne Plante, & Ian Clarke

Podcasters | Musicians | Rockers | Historians | Vinyl Reviewers | Serious Rock Talk™️ With Humor!!!! This award-winning podcast looks at classic rock - and the people who made/make it - with enough knowledge, irreverence, and low-level insanity to make it worthwhile. It"s all about Rock Talk.

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25:58

The End of Rick Nelson & the Start of a Rumor (SRT...

Serious Rock Talk Podcast ·

2026/10/02

The first teen idol... TV and film star... Founding father of country rock... Respected rocker... Given his stellar accomplishments, Rick Nelson's tragic death seemed profoundly incongruous—as did the lingering rumor surrounding his final moments. Dr. Clarke has gathered the facts and presents a compelling conclusion about what happened—and why. Better listen in.

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42:46

200th Episode Celebration! Bonus:Defining Classic Rock

Serious Rock Talk Podcast ·

2026/09/18

200th Episode Celebration! Bonus:Defining Classic Rock The Serious Rock Talk podcast has reached a milestone. 200 episodes! We celebrate the achievement with an opinionated look at rock n' roll history—and then firmly answer the question that won't go away—'What is Classic Rock?'. Onwards and upwards!

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25:08

Exclusive Interview with Jim Berkenstadt, author of...

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2026/08/31

Exclusive Interview with Jim Berkenstadt, author of Elvis Presley: Conversations with Scotty Moore Occasionally, if not rarely, a book comes along that truly helps to elucidate a core aspect of rock music that somehow had remained in the shadows. For those in the know, Elvis' guitarist Scotty Moore influenced a generation in the sound and direction of the electric guitar. Best-selling author Jim Berkenstadt conducted a series of interviews with Moore, resulting in a book that gives you exclusive

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15:19

Should Canadian Bands Pursue International Acclaim?...

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2026/08/19

Should Canadian Bands Pursue International Acclaim? "You haven't made it until you break in America." Many Canadian rock groups have heard that. But is it true? Can Canadian rockers gain artistic and monetary fulfillment within the confines of the Great White North? Listen in as Ferris Kennedy shares his vast knowledge of Canadian rock history, bands, and personalities, arriving at a conclusion that might surprise you.

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05:19

America's Debut Album Reissued on 45 RPM (Wheeler's...

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2026/08/07

America's Debut Album Reissued on 45 RPM Analogue Productions has reissued America's multi-platinum 1972 self-titled debut album as a 2LP, 45 RPM, 180-gram audiophile record. Hello analogue enthusiasts...Steven Wheeler delivers a calm, cool appraisal of this classic vinyl. Take five minutes and travel back to a strange time when a great song like 'A Horse with No Name' could really rule the airwaves.

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06:37

Van Halen 5150 Expanded Edition Box Set (Wheeler's...

Serious Rock Talk Podcast ·

2026/07/27

Van Halen 5150 Expanded Edition Box Set This is the ultimate box set (LP/3CD/Blu-ray)—and reviewer Steven Wheeler cranks up to meet the challenge. Released in March 2026, it celebrates the 1986 album's 40th anniversary, and includes the newly remastered original album, rarities, previously unreleased 1986 live tracks, and the first-ever HD release of their Live Without a Net concert video. Listen in and get all the essential info.

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04:09

Gentle Giant's 'Playing the Fool' Reissue (Wheeler's...

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2026/07/13

'Playing the Fool', Gentle Giant's iconic 1977 live album, has undergone a major reissue. Now titled 'Playing The Fool: The Complete Live Experience', the album has been re-imagined, remixed and remastered. Steven Wheeler, a reigning master of vinyl discernment, lends an ear to this 'must have' for prog rock lovers everywhere. Share his insights!

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23:23

Kurt Cobain: "Quiet People Have the Loudest Minds"...

Serious Rock Talk Podcast ·

2026/07/03

Kurt Cobain: "Quiet People Have the Loudest Minds" It's not an overstatement to say Kurt Cobain and Nirvana helped to change popular music. Widely influential as a songwriter and singer, Cobain was a troubled man, battling drug addiction and mental illness. His sudden death shocked the outside world. Conspiracy theories quickly emerged. In this episode, Dr. Clarke sets the record straight.

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30:22

Rockers With Two or More Classic Albums in a Row...

Serious Rock Talk Podcast ·

2026/06/22

Masters of Rock Talk Rockers With Two or More Classic Albums in a Row For a rocker to have one classic song is rare; to have a classic album is impossibly rare. Then to have two or more classic albums in a row strains all belief systems. That is why this episode is so special. As an extra bonus, if you're looking to pick up some classic vinyl, listen in and get some supreme suggestions.

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21:30

The Lasting Influence of Three Immortal Music Icons...

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2026/06/10

Kennedy's Corner The Lasting Influence of Three Immortal Music Icons This one is up close and personal for Ferris Kennedy. He names three huge 'influencers' in the music business - and explores their impact. Lots of amazing trivia. It's all heartfelt and passionate—just what you'd expect from Mr. K. in full stride

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44:27

Top 100 Albums of the 1970s: Part 2

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2026/05/29

Top 100 Albums of the 1970s: Part 2 From Alice Cooper's' 'Billion Dollar Babies' to Pink Floyd's 'Dark Side of the Moon', Kennedy and Clarke buzz through the decade's best LPs, offering insights, trivia, light condemnations, and spirited accolades. The second episode of a two-part trek, it's the perfect info to enhance your record collection. Listen in.

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43:58

Top 100 Albums of the 1970s: Part 1

Serious Rock Talk Podcast ·

2026/05/18

Top 100 Albums of the 1970s: Part 1 From the Stooges' 'Fun House' to Fleetwood Mac's 'Tusk', Kennedy and Clarke buzz through the decade's best LPs, offering insights, trivia, light condemnations, and spirited accolades. The perfect episode to enhance your record collection. Listen in.

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16:20

Why the 2026 Juno Awards Failed (Kennedy's Corner)

Serious Rock Talk Podcast ·

2026/05/04

Why the 2026 Juno Awards Failed Folks, this is Ferris Kennedy at his best. He loves Canadian music which is why he loathes the current state of the Juno Awards. Listen in as he presents an articulate, passionate, positive condemnation of Canada's annual national music awards. It doesn't get better!

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06:04

Aerosmith/YUNGBLUD - 'One More Time' EP (Wheeler's...

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2026/04/20

Aerosmith/YUNGBLUD - 'One More Time' EP When Aerosmith and YUNGBLUD released One More Time, a 5-track, one-sided EP in November, 2025, many felt confused, lost and afraid. Not Steven Wheeler. At great personal risk, he reviewed the EP and managed to record his impressions - just for you! This one is special.

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21:26

Straight From The Heartland - John Mellencamp...

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2026/04/06

From his roots in the heartland to his induction in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, John Mellencamp's journey is a testament to resilience. As an artist, Mellencamp serves as a voice for everyday Americans, Join Kennedy as he explores Mellencamp's life, highlighting early struggles that shaped his path to international success.

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05:52

Monkees: Pisces, Aquarius, Capricorn & Jones Ltd....

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2026/03/23

Monkees: Pisces, Aquarius, Capricorn & Jones Ltd. (Rhino High Fidelity) After years of being knocked as the 'pre-fab four', the Monkees are being rediscovered for the fantastic pop band that they were—and are. 'Wheels',our resident vinyl reviewer, discusses the outstanding Rhino reissue of (what is arguably) their greatest album, Listen in now. It's time well spent.

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21:59

Dennis WIlson: Surfing Too Close to the Edge (SRT CRIME)

Serious Rock Talk Podcast ·

2026/03/11

Beachboy Dennis Wilson: Surfing Too Close to the Edge Dennis Wilson smashed through life with a Keith Moon-like ferocity. Forget about dreamy California, sun-drenched harmonies of the Beach Boys. His life was one of shadows and darkness, Dr. Clarke follows Dennis down some pretty dark tunnels - and emerges to deliver a full report.

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05:17

Ringo's First Four Albums! (Wheeler's vinyl Review)

Serious Rock Talk Podcast ·

2026/03/02

Ringo's First Four LPs No hiss. No static. Just pure magic...Steven Wheeler was feeling generous, reviewing four vinyls at once. Discover what's so special about Ex-Beatle Ringo Starr's first four records, and why the re-releases make them that much better.

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35:38

The Essential Albums of the 1990s - (Kennedy's Corner)

Serious Rock Talk Podcast ·

2026/02/18

The Essential Albums of the 1990s: Have you ever walked into a record store or engaged in a discussion with a vinyl aficionado? It's a common experience, but have you ever pondered how they determine their essential albums? Is it shaped by personal influences, life experiences, or simply a matter of preference? Kennedy has taken the initiative to share his curated list of must-have albums from the 1990s, organized year by year and accompanied by intriguing pop culture trivia to enhance your

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40:54

Fifty Albums that Turned 50 in 2025!

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2026/02/04

Fifty Albums that Turned 50 in 2025! 1975—a year that offered us a clutch of great albums, a handful of mediocre releases, and some stuff that didn't get over the fence. The three amigos do their best to separate the wheat from the chaff, adding great trivia and humor to the mix. Listen In

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