Rock 'n' Roll Grad School
Does the world really need another music podcast? Yes, it needs this one.Rock ‘n’ Roll Grad School brings audiences along on a ride that feels like a late-night conversation on a tour bus traveling to the next gig.
Episodes
197 episodes
Rock n Roll Grad School #197- Kevin Keller
This week we're talking ambient music with Kevin Keller. If you don't fully get the genre, we talk more about it and try to deconstruct what it is and how you make it.Kevin has a really engrossing and fascinating album out now called Ev...
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Episode 197
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35:24
Rock n Roll Grad School #196- Rob McNelley
You know Rob McNelley's work. He's written with country music legends like Dolly Parton, Bob Seeger and Lady A. Now, he's putting out his own music and, surprise surprise, it's really good. For more information, you can follow Rob ...
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Episode 196
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42:13
Rock n Roll Grad School #195 Sha Na Na's Scott Simon
Sadly, Screamin' Scott Simon from Sha Na Na passed away last weekend. Scott was very generous to sit down with us and talk about the group and his fascinating career. Enjoy this conversation and play some of Scott's music loud in his memory.
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Episode 195
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40:04
Rock n Roll Grad School #194 The story of the Grande Ballroom
For music fans, the legend of the Grande Ballroom looms large. The room played host to important shows by band such as The MC5, The Who, Iggy and the Stooges and BB King. While it's not longer a music venue, the room is an iconic part o...
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Episode 194
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34:20
Rock n Roll Grad School #193 Carbon Leaf
Carbon Leaf have been around since the 90's and their newest record, "Time is the Playground," is out on September 27th. It's everything you want in a great pop/rock record. We sat down with lead singer/songwriter Barry Privett about the record...
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Episode 193
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33:08
Rock n Roll Grad School #192 3 Pairs of Boots
The last time we talked with 3 Pairs of Boots, we only got to talk with Andrew Stern, but this time we got both Andrew and his musical (and life) partner Laura Arias as well.The group has a new record, "Boot Scootin'," out September 27t...
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Episode 192
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31:25
Rock n Roll Grad School #191 Save Ferris
Save Ferris has something not a lot of ska bands have- longevity. They're back on the road and recording new music and bringing fans young and old into the band's orbit. We talked with lead singer, songwriter Monique Powell about reptiles, oper...
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Episode 191
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30:32
Sneak Preview! Tribute- A Tribute to Tributes
You could say, oops, we did it again.This time we're starting a new music show, "Tribute- A Tribute to Tributes." Each episode, we'll break down and talk through another tribute record and decide whether it's worth listening (or re-list...
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Season 1
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Episode 190
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46:09
Famous Last Words- Johnny We Hardly Knew Ya
Did you know that The Professional Production Company makes other podcasts? We sure do. This week, have a listen to a music-themed episode of Famous Last Words, a study of the final words of some of the most fascinating people in histo...
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Episode 188
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8:59
Rock n Roll Grad School #187 Sparks: Entertainment and Art
This week we sit down with Monte Mallin, the host and moderator of the Sparks: Entertainment and Art podcast and Facebook page.We discuss the beauty and art that is the Mael brothers and their popular group, Sparks. You can watch
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Episode 187
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37:10
Rock n Roll Grad School #186 Kevin Sonny Gullage
You may remember seeing Kevin Sonny Gullage on American Idol a few seasons ago. But Sonny has grown and evolved since then. His new record is one of the first records on the rebooted classic blues label Blind Pig. What other endor...
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Episode 186
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53:03
Rock n Roll Grad School #185 Apocalyptica
Maybe you're closed minded and don't think cellos and the music of Metallica go together. Well, the folks who make up Apocalyptica, the all-cello quartet who first came to fame with their all-Metallica covers album are back at it with their new...
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Episode 185
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33:06
Rock n Roll Grad School #184 DownTown Mystic
What can you say about DownTown Mystic other than there music is straight ahead, fun rock music. And what better way to kick off the holiday weekend than with their new album, "Rock n' Roll 4 Soul?"For more information, you can
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Episode 184
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42:17
Rock n Roll Grad School #183 Marillion
Marillion is one of the important bands in prog-rock and, they prove it yet again with their latest live album, An Hour Before It's Dark. Recorded at the band's annual weekend, the record shows the band at the peak of their power. We t...
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Episode 183
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33:49
Rock n Roll Grad School #182 Joanne Shaw Taylor
If you're looking for quality songwriting with impassioned singing and guitar playing, look no further than Joanne Shaw Taylor. Her most recent record, Heavy Soul, is available now. For more information
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Episode 182
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32:15
Rock n Roll Grad School #181 Noel on whether there's More To Life Than Dancing
You may not have heard of Noel, but if you listen to this show, you've definitely heard us sing the praises of two people who wrote and produced a record for her.Ron and Russell Mael from Sparks made "Is There More To Life Than Dancing?...
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Season 1
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Episode 181
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42:27
Rock n Roll Grad School #180 Robert Jon & the Wreck
If you’re looking for some good rock music, look no further than Robert Jon and the Wreck. Their newest record, “Red Moon Rising,” is out now. It’s a fun record that promises an exciting live show.For more information and to find out whe...
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Season 1
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Episode 180
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31:51
Rock n Roll Grad School #179 Bullets & Octane
Hard rock band Bullets and Octane are survivors. For the past 25+ years, they've been playing their brand of hard rock and touring regularly, including collaborations with Paige Hamilton from Helmet and Gilby Clarke from Guns n Roses. The band ...
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Episode 179
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42:53
Rock n Roll Grad School #178- The db's
Here's a fun fact that we (and likely most db's fans) didn't know- their debut record has never been available on vinyl in the US. Thankfully, that wrong will be righted when "Stands for DeciBels" comes out on vinyl on June 6th. We talked with ...
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Episode 178
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27:23
Rock n Roll Grad School #177 Metal Legend David Ellefson
Metal fans know David Ellefson from his work with Megadeth and his current band, Kings of Thrash. For the rest of you, you're in for a treat. We talked with David about touring the world, how to stay young and what he's learned from revisiting ...
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Season 1
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Episode 177
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29:07
Rock n Roll Grad School #176 Blacklite District
This week, we sit down with Kyle Pfeiffer, better known to his fans as Blacklite District. He's gained popularity by working with video game creators and other fans on-line, creating a much more immersive and lasting relationship with his music...
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Season 1
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Episode 176
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32:10
Rock n Roll Grad School #175 Nick Sabia
Nick Sabia is a songwriter, singer, musician, engineer... basically, his life is made up of music. And, really, we're all the richer for it. His new song, Back East, is out now. (And don't worry, there's more where that came from....
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Season 1
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Episode 175
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35:24
Rock n Roll Grad School #174 Rockie Lynne
Rockie Lynne is a talented singer, songwriter and guitarist. And, while that is impressive enough, when you hear Rockie's story, it becomes all the more fascinating. "Rockie Lynne- Where I Belong," is a new documentary film telling the st...
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Season 1
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Episode 174
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27:15
Rock n Roll Grad School #173 Sheri Miller on "Think!" and Earth Day
We thought a nice way to celebrate Earth Day would be to share this conversation with music star and children's author Sheri Miller. Along with her mother, Linda Miller, Sheri wrote a book, called "Honoring Our Planet- Think!" which is out now....
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Season 1
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Episode 173
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42:29
Rock n Roll Grad School #172 Escape the Fate
We spoke with Escape the Fate’s drummer when their most recent record came out. Now, as a special edition of Out of the Shadows coming out AND a tour with the Emo Orchestra starting tonight, we talk with the band’s lead singer Craig Ma...
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Season 1
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Episode 172
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33:40