🎙️ Show Topic: Rock and Roll Echoes – 50s, 60s & 70s and the Legacy They Left

This Monday, August 18th, 2025, we’re taking another deep dive into the golden age of rock, the 1950s, 60s, and 70s, with stories, memories, and music that shaped generations. 🎶

From rockabilly rhythms to psychedelic swirls, from doo-wop to hard rock, we’ve got a playlist and a conversation that will stir your soul.

We’ll be talking about some of the greats we lost this year, like Brian Wilson and Sly Stone, and celebrating the sounds and legacies they leave behind.

We’ll also shine a spotlight on the Monkees Universe, explore the incredible world of Beatles memorabilia, and revisit the unforgettable concert scene of the 70s through rare photography.

🕰️ Tune in for a show packed with music history, rock nostalgia, and passionate guests who live and breathe the era that defined rock and roll.

📅 Mark your calendars: Monday, August 18th, 2025.  Let’s honor the past, celebrate the sound, and rock forward together!

🎧 Don’t miss it! The stories, the music, the memories, stream the new episode as soon as it drops!

Guest(s) for our show:

Date: Monday, August 18th, 2025

1. 🎸 Ari Katorza

A singer, musician, and music historian, Ari is part of the Beatles tribute band The DayTrippers and the Rolling Stones tribute The Satisfaction. He’ll be joining us to talk about the artists we’ve lost this year, including Brian Wilson and Sly Stone, and the legacies they leave behind.

2. 🎶 Tom Fontaine

Tom is a renowned collector of Beatles memorabilia and the author of The Beatles: Looking Back, The Final Trip. He’ll be sharing stories behind some of the most iconic and rare items from the Beatles era.

Visit: tjfontainecollection.com

3. 📻 Mike Maliska (Professor Microdose)

Program director and host of The Professor Microdose Show, Mike brings his passion for musical timelines and pop culture into the spotlight—this week, we’ll be focusing on The Monkees and their place in the rock universe.

4. 📷 Jim Summaria and Mark E. Plotnick

Chicago-based rock photographer Jim Summaria captured legendary concert moments from 1973 to 1978. He’ll be discussing his book 70s Chicagoland: Rock Concerts, a visual journey through a golden era of live music.

Mark E. Plotnick, co-author of 70s Chicagoland: Rock Concerts will be as guest along with Jim Summaria.

View Jim’s photos here

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🎙️ Show Topic: From Rockabilly to Liverpool: Celebrating Beatles Roots & Global Tributes

This Monday, August 4th, 2025, we’re firing up a time machine and setting the dial for a Beatles-powered ride through rock history!

From the raw roots of 50s rockabilly and skiffle to the psychedelic dreamscapes of the 70s, this episode is packed with music from The Beatles and fellow legends of the era who shaped the golden age of rock and roll. 🎸

And with International Beatleweek just around the corner in Liverpool, we’re spotlighting some of the amazing tribute bands and performers who keep the Beatles’ flame burning all over the world. 🌍

From Argentina to Poland, France to the UK, these artists bring their own magic to the music we all know and love.

Mark your calendars: Monday, August 4th, 2025 - this one’s a global celebration of Beatles fandom and rock roots!

Don’t miss it! As soon as the episode drops on our website, tune in and get swept away in the spirit of the Fab Four and their rock and roll companions.

Guest(s) for our show:

Date: Monday, August 4th, 2025

1. 🎤 The Low Beat

This Beatles tribute band from France brings a vibrant energy and sharp musicianship to their performances.

They're capturing audiences across Europe with their authentic take on the Fab Four’s music.

Watch them here

2. 🎸 The TR5s

From the UK, The TR5s play fiery, toe-tapping sets of 50s skiffle and early 60s rock ‘n’ roll, the same styles that lit the fuse for The Beatles and a whole generation of rock stars.

www.thetr5s.com

3. 🎶 Valentin Carrion

A talented singer and multi-instrumentalist from Argentina, Valentin has portrayed John Lennon in several tribute acts. His heartfelt performances echo Lennon’s spirit across continents.

4. 🎵 Zuki Rock and Roll

All the way from Poland, Zuki Rock and Roll delivers dynamic renditions of 60s classics and Beatles hits. Their passion for the era shines through in every performance.

Watch them here

5. 🎸 Stephen Hill – The Bootleg Beatles

Stephen Hill who portrays George Harrison in The Bootleg Beatles, the world’s premier and longest-running Beatles tribute band.

With a career spanning 45 years, they’ve performed for legends like David Bowie, Queen Elizabeth II, Phil Collins, and even Sir Paul McCartney and George Harrison themselves.

Their attention to musical and visual detail continues to set the standard for tribute bands worldwide.

https://bootlegbeatles.com/

🎙️ Show Topic: Rock and Roll Through the Years – Summer Soundtrack Edition

Get ready to rewind time with me this Thursday, July 24th, 2025, for a jam-packed episode of The History of Rock and Roll! We’re spinning iconic tracks from the 50s, 60s, 70s, and even a touch of the 80s, because great music doesn’t have an expiration date. 🌟

This week, we’re digging into the jukebox of history: songs released, recorded, or charted in June, July, and August over the decades. From summer blockbusters to unsung gems, we’ll spotlight birthdays, milestones, and musical moments that defined the season and left their mark on the rock timeline.

Whether you’re a fan of Elvis, Motown grooves, British Invasion bangers, or early MTV classics—this episode is for you. We’re traveling through time, one track at a time.

📅 Mark your calendars: The episode airs Thursday, July 24th, 2025. As soon as it’s uploaded, hit play and take that nostalgic ride with me!

🎧 Don’t miss it! Let’s relive the moments that made summer sizzle in the world of rock and roll. Turn it up and tune in! 🔥

This week’s episode is guest-free, just you, me, and the music. But Rock and Roll is all about spontaneity and groove, so watch this space if things change. 🎶 Whatever happens, let’s rock!

🎙️ Show Topic: All Beatles – Songs, Stories & Their Musical Circle

This Monday, July 21st, 2025, we took it back to the heart of it all: The Beatles!

From the Liverpool clubs to the global stages, their sound shaped generations and their influence still resonates today. We’re spinning all Beatles music, plus a few tunes from the extended Beatles family: Gerry and the Pacemakers, Billy J. Kramer, Peter and Gordon, Badfinger, and more. These were the bands in their orbit, mentored, produced, or inspired by the Fab Four themselves.

We’re bringing together four passionate guests: an author spotlighting George Harrison’s visit to Benton, Illinois; a Rock & Roll detective uncovering lost Beatles stories; a Lennon historian chronicling John's mid-60s evolution; and Billy J. Kramer himself, one of the very artists championed by Lennon and McCartney during the British Invasion. This is the Beatles universe like you've never heard it before, personal, historical, and deeply musical.

📅 Mark your calendars: Tune in Monday, July 21st, 2025. Whether you're a lifelong fan or just getting your feet wet in Beatlemania, this show will leave you with something new to love.

🎧 Don’t miss it! Stream it as soon as it's uploaded and join the conversation on the music, the memories, and the magic of The Beatles and their extended musical family.

Guest(s) for our show:

Date: Monday, July 21st, 2025

1. 📚 Robert Bartel

Robert Bartel is a Beatles author from Illinois, best known for his book The Beatles We Love: From Me to You.

He’ll join us to discuss George Harrison’s 1963 visit to Benton, Illinois, long before Beatlemania hit America, and the new documentary film A Beatle in Benton chronicling this pivotal moment.

2. 🕵️ Jim Berkenstadt

Known as the Rock & Roll Detective, Jim Berkenstadt is an acclaimed author and historical entertainment consultant who has worked closely with Apple Corps and the Harrison estate.

He’s the author of The Beatle Who Vanished, the story of temporary Beatle Jimmy Nicol, and Black Market Beatles. Jim joins us to uncover the Beatles’ hidden stories and rare recordings.

https://rockandrolldetective.com/

3. 📝 Jude Southerland Kessler

Jude Southerland Kessler is the author behind the ambitious John Lennon Series, chronicling Lennon’s life in exhaustive and vivid detail.

She returns to the show to talk about Volume 5.2 of her series, Some Forever: Shades of Life, covering August 1965–August 1966, a transformative era in Lennon’s evolution.

https://www.johnlennonseries.com/

4. 🎤 Billy J. Kramer

A chart-topping British Invasion artist, Billy J. Kramer was managed by Brian Epstein and given several Lennon–McCartney songs, scoring hits like “Bad to Me,” “I’ll Keep You Satisfied,” and “From a Window.”

He joins us to reflect on his incredible career and his long friendship with the Beatles. Billy is promoting upcoming appearances at Fest for Beatles Fans in Chicago and International Beatleweek in Liverpool.

https://billyjkramermusic.com/

🎙️ Show Topic: Rock Music Moments – A Journey Through the '50s, '60s & '70s

This Thursday, July 17th, we’re rolling back the decades and tuning in to the golden age of rock with another electrifying episode of Rock Music Moments!

From the street-smart grooves of Cleveland to the colorful psychedelic pop of Los Angeles and beyond, this show celebrates the voices and visions that shaped generations of sound.

Joining me are four fantastic guests, each carrying their own torch for the music that changed the world.

We’ve got artists, storytellers, and torchbearers of vintage rock style, each bringing unique experiences from the stage, the studio, and the soul of rock & roll. 🎸

📅 Mark your calendars: This show airs Thursday, July 17th, 2025. Be sure to tune in and turn it up!

🎧 Don’t miss it! Once the episode is live on our website, hit play and let’s time-travel together through unforgettable musical memories!

Guest(s) for our show:

Date: Thursday, July 17th, 2025

1. 🎤 Morr Serber

Canadian singer-songwriter Morr Serber is a creative force behind the band The Creatures.

Known for his deeply personal lyrics and melodic craftsmanship, Morr will discuss his own original music and the influential artists who inspired his journey.

2. 🎸 Rick Biagiola

From Cleveland, Ohio comes Rick Biagiola, a founding member of The Outsiders, best known for their 1966 smash hit "Time Won’t Let Me".

Rick shares stories from the road and the legacy of one of garage rock’s most iconic tracks.

3. 🎤 Phil Angotti

Phil Angotti is a singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist from Chicago, known as “The Beatles Guy” for his deep passion and uncanny skill at bringing Beatles music to life.

Whether with the Beatle Brothers, the Phil Angotti Band, Great Moments in Vinyl, or the What4, Phil’s love for the Fab Four is always front and center.

He also pays tribute to artists like The Kinks, The Zombies, Nick Drake, and Buddy Holly, and will share stories from his musical journey and highlight his upcoming performance at Fest for Beatles Fans in Chicago this August.

https://philangottimusic.com/home

4. 🎼 Gil McClean

New York singer-songwriter Gil McClean brings heartfelt songwriting and deep musical roots to our conversation.

Influenced by the Beatles and a host of classic artists, Gil will share stories behind his songs and promote his upcoming appearance at Fest for Beatles Fans in Chicago.

🎙️ Show Topic: British Rock Legends – The Soundtrack of the 60s and 70s

This Monday, July 14th, 2025, we’re heading across the pond and deep into the heart of the British rock revolution! From the jangle of the British Invasion to the psychedelic haze of the late '60s and the anthemic power of '70s rock, this show dives into the unforgettable sounds that defined a generation.

We’re turning up the volume with stories and songs from legends who helped shape the UK’s thunderous footprint on rock history. Whether you were spinning 45s in your teenage bedroom or discovering these bands decades later, the music still hits like the first time. 🎶

And we're joined by three iconic guests who lived it: Harvey Lisberg, the impresario behind Herman’s Hermits and 10cc, Jim McCarty of the Yardbirds and Renaissance, and Simon Kirke of Free and Bad Company. They’ll share their stories, memories, and what’s next—like their appearances at Fest for Beatles Fans this August in Chicago!

📅 Mark your calendars: This episode drops Monday, July 14th, 2025. Don’t miss this backstage pass to British rock greatness!

🎧 Don’t miss it! When it goes live, hit play and let’s take a deep dive into riffs, rhythms, and rock and roll royalty

Guest(s) for our show:

Date: Monday, July 14th, 2025

1. 🎤 Harvey Lisberg

Legendary talent manager Harvey Lisberg helped launch some of the biggest names in British pop.

He discovered Herman’s Hermits and worked closely with Graham Gouldman and 10cc.

Harvey’s behind-the-scenes stories give us a rare look at how British pop dominated the airwaves.

https://harveylisberg.com/

2. 🥁 Jim McCarty

As the drummer for the groundbreaking band The Yardbirds and the co-founder of Renaissance, Jim McCarty has had a front-row seat to the evolution of rock.

He’ll join us to talk about his career, his legacy, and his upcoming appearance at Fest for Beatles Fans this August in Chicago.

https://www.jamesmccarty.com/
https://www.theyardbirds.com/

3. 🥁 Simon Kirke

Simon Kirke, drummer and co-founder of two of rock’s most powerful band, Free and Bad Company, joins us for a conversation about the timeless grooves that defined 70s rock.

From “All Right Now” to “Feel Like Makin’ Love,” Simon brings firsthand tales from the road, the studio, and what’s next.

https://www.officialsimonkirke.com/
https://badcompany.com/

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🎙️ Show Topic: Live Aid – 40 Years Later: The Day Rock Ruled the World

This Monday, July 7th, 2025 we’re firing up the time machine and turning the dial to July 13th, 1985, the day when rock 'n' roll united the world in a single, thunderous heartbeat. That’s right, we’re celebrating the 40th anniversary of Live Aid, one of the most powerful moments in music history.

Live Aid wasn’t just a concert; it was a global call to action. With Bob Geldof and Midge Ure at the helm, two massive stages, Wembley Stadium in London and John F. Kennedy Stadium in Philadelphia became the epicenters of a worldwide musical movement to fight famine in Ethiopia. Over 1.9 billion viewers across 150 countries watched live as rock royalty took the stage and changed history forever.

We’ll relive the unforgettable moments: Queen’s electrifying set, U2’s breakout performance, David Bowie’s soul-stirring vocals, and the awe of seeing Phil Collins perform on both sides of the Atlantic; on the same day.

From Elton John to The Who, Hall and Oates to Tom Petty, and everyone in between, the music never stopped—and neither did the impact.

📅 Mark your calendars: This episode airs Monday, July 7th, 2025. Plug in your headphones, crank the volume, and get ready to relive the magic of a global rock revolution.

🎧 Don’t miss it! Tune in and take the ride back to a day when music made history—and made a difference.

This is a commemorative episode without special guest interviews. Just you, me, and a front-row seat to one of the most unforgettable moments in rock history.

🎙️ Show Topic: Remembering Brian Wilson – The Soul of the Beach Boys

On Thursday, July 3rd, we took a heartfelt dive into the shimmering sounds of California sunshine as we honored the life and legacy of the late, great Brian Wilson, who passed away on June 11th, 2025.

Brian wasn’t just the co-founder of the Beach Boys; he was the sonic architect behind some of the most emotionally resonant and harmonically rich music ever to grace a turntable.

We played through the surf-soaked anthems, lush orchestrations, and soul-searching lyrics that defined a generation.

From “Surfer Girl” to “God Only Knows” to “Good Vibrations,” Brian Wilson brought a spiritual depth and production wizardry that elevated pop into art. He wasn’t just making records, he was sculpting symphonies out of heartache and harmony.

Join me as we revisit the golden age of surf rock, the birth of the California sound, and the rise of the studio genius who taught the world that rock music could be as emotional, experimental, and symphonic as anything that had come before it.

This episode is a tribute, a love letter, and a celebration of one of rock’s most gentle and gifted minds.

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🎙️ Show Topic: Inside the Beatles Legacy – From Wings to Videography

My latest podcast, recorded on Tuesday, June 24th, 2025, focused on The Beatles' Legacy. We celebrated all the iconic music from the Fab Four and their solo years. 🎶

A huge thank you to the four incredible guests who joined me, making this episode even more exciting and insightful:

Geoff Britton, who shared his fascinating moments as Wings’ drummer from 1974-1975, including his time recording One Hand Clapping at Abbey Road Studios. Geoff’s interview was packed with rich, behind-the-scenes stories!

Tom Aguiar, from Octopus's Garden Fanzine, gave us the latest happenings in the Beatles world, covering events, new books, films, and so much more. His insights were a real treat!

Eoghan Lyng dived deep into George Harrison’s solo years in the 1970s, offering an informative and thoughtful discussion on George’s artistic evolution.

Bill Last, an expert in Beatles videography, took us on a journey through the band’s music videos and films, sharing details on their visual legacy.

This episode was a fantastic celebration of The Beatles' enduring impact on music and pop culture. Don't miss out! Be sure to tune in and catch all these amazing insights! 🎧

Guest(s) for our show:

Date: Tuesday, June 24th, 2025

1. 🥁 Geoff Britton

Geoff Britton, former drummer for Wings, joins us to share stories from his time recording “Junior’s Farm,” “Sally G,” and the legendary One Hand Clapping sessions at Abbey Road.

He’ll also talk about his upcoming appearance at International Beatleweek in Liverpool.

Geoff’s rhythm helped power Paul McCartney’s post-Beatles world into a new era.

2. 📰 Tom Aguiar

Tom Aguiar from Massachusetts is the passionate force behind Octopus’s Garden Fanzine, a Beatles fan publication full of exclusive news, articles, and fan insights.

He’ll share what keeps Beatlemania alive in print, and how he’s kept fans connected for years.

Octopus’s Garden Fanzine on Facebook

3. 📖 Eoghan Lyng

Irish author Eoghan Lyng joins us to talk about his deep dive into George Harrison’s solo journey through the 1970s.

From All Things Must Pass to the Concert for Bangladesh, to Dark Horse and spiritual awakenings, he paints a vivid portrait of the quiet Beatle’s loud decade.

4. 🎬 Bill Last

Author and Beatles archivist Bill Last brings a treasure trove of insights into the visual history of the Beatles with his work The Beatles: Collected Videography.

He explores their appearances in music videos, film, TV, and beyond, capturing the visual evolution of the world’s greatest band.