🎙️ Show Topic: Rock ’n’ Roll Oldies Moments – Voices of the Golden Era

My latest podcast, recorded on Thursday, May 29th, 2025, has now been uploaded!

In this episode of The History of Rock and Roll, I took you on a time-traveling jukebox journey back to the heart of rock ’n’ roll’s golden age!

We turned up the volume on unforgettable moments from the ’50s, ’60s, and ’70s, when doo-wop ruled the corner, jukeboxes lit up the night, and legends were born on vinyl and AM radio.

I was thrilled to be joined by three phenomenal guests: Michael Russo, the soulful voice of The Reflections; Elijah Wald, author of Dylan Goes Electric; and John Wood, the producer behind the powerful documentary on Nicky Hopkins, The Session Man.

These are voices that don’t just talk about music; they’ve lived it, chronicled it, and helped keep its spirit alive for future generations.
Tune in and catch the rhythm of rock history!

🎧 Don’t miss this one! Whether you’re a doo-wop diehard, a Dylan devotee, or a classic piano rock aficionado, there’s something in this show for every rock and roll heart.

Guest(s) for our show:

Date: Thursday, May 29th, 2025

1. 🎤 Michael Russo

Michael Russo is the lead singer of The Reflections, best known for their 1964 hit (Just Like) Romeo and Juliet.

A true lover of Oldies, Motown, and doo-wop, Michael has performed hits from legends like Paul Anka, Neil Sedaka, Jay and the Americans, The Stylistics, and more.

His voice is a smooth echo of rock’s most romantic era.

https://www.michaelrussosinger.com/

2. 📖 Elijah Wald

Elijah Wald is a folk blues guitarist, journalist, and respected cultural historian.

He joins us to talk about his book Dylan Goes Electric, which explores the seismic moment Bob Dylan shocked Newport in 1965 by plugging in. Elijah brings depth, insight, and a deep love for music history to every conversation.

https://www.elijahwald.com/beatlespop.html

3. 🎬 John Wood

John Wood is the producer behind The Session Man, a riveting documentary about Nicky Hopkins, one of the most influential and unsung piano players in rock and roll.

We’ll be discussing Hopkins’ iconic career and how his piano helped shape the sound of everyone from the Beatles to the Stones.

https://thesessionmanfilm.com/