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Rock n Roll Book and Documentary Reviews: Rock Talk Studio

The podcast that reviews, previews, and recommends rock ‘n’ roll books and documentaries from classic rock music legends. Join host Big Rick as he spotlights all the new rock ‘n’ roll books and docs from the most iconic rock bands in history and points out where to go for the good stuff. The Allman Brothers, Rush, Bruce Springsteen, Cheap Trick, The Beatles, Van Halen, REM, The Grateful Dead, and Bob Dylan are just a few artists with must read, must see, new projects out. Tune in every Tuesday for all the best recommendations on where to spend your time and money.

Copyright: © 2024 Rock Talk Studio: Reviewing Rock 'n' Roll Books and Documentaries

Latest Episodes:

Rock n Roll Book and Documentary News for February 2025 Feb 17, 2025

All the latest book buzz and doc news from artists like: Led Zeppelin, Bob Dylan, Brian Wilson, Tom Petty, Genesis, The Cars, Peter Wolf of The J.Geils Band and many more. Find out the news on all the upcoming titles.

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This weeks SHOUT OUT goes to Mad Music Radio

Mad Music Radio is a small cluster of five internet-only non-commercial radio stations bringing you fantastic music 24 hours a day. They also publish stories at least twice a week on the Patreon, Substack and the Medium platforms. Mad Music Radio, tunes and tales too good to be ignored.

I like that you get a few options to choose from. They have blues, rock, oldies, The Dead and Jazz stations. Whoever does the programing for this has a great ear, I love the diversity and the way they play cuts so deep I would call them lost.

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Norm's Rare Guitars Documentary Review Feb 10, 2025

How did one man create a guitar shop where Bob Dylan, George Harrison, Tom Petty, Slash, Joe Bonamassa, Melisa Ethridge and Kiefer Sutherland all felt as comfortable as a regular customer? This documentary Norm's Rare Guitars looks at the story behind one of the most iconic guitar shops in the world.

*Want to win a free copy of Chris Stein of Blondie's memoir Under A Rock? It's easy, just send me an email to sign up. You can find a link to my email address below. *Reminder this is for US citizens only*
*Want to stay on top of the world of Rock N Roll Book and Documentaries? That's also easy. Sign up for the Monthly BLAST!! the newsletter that comes out on the last Friday of the month that features book buzz and doc news, recently released titles, top 5 lists, and more. Just shoot me over an email at the address below and say Big Rick, send me that Blast!!

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Cheap Trick: American Standard Book Review Feb 03, 2025

Cheap Trick is one of rock's most quirkiest bands with a mid career triumph that launched the band into stardom. How did that all come about, and how did they manage a career that has lasted over 50 years? It's all in the book Cheap Trick American Standard from the Bars to the Budokan and Beyond by Ross Warner.

*Want to win a free copy of Chris Stein of Blondie's memoir Under A Rock? It's easy, just send me an email to sign up. You can find a link to my email address below. *Reminder this is for US citizens only*
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A Complete Unknown Movie Review Jan 27, 2025

Can a huge Bob Dylan fan for over 40 years really give the movie A Complete Unknown a fair review? Here comes my best shot. And, I even own up to
why A Complete Unknown didn't win any of my year end awards for best documentaries of 2024.
*Want to win a free copy of Chris Stein of Blondie's memoir Under A Rock? It's easy, just send me an email to sign up. You can find a link to my email address below. *Reminder this is for US citizens only*
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Beatles 64 Documentary Review Jan 21, 2025

The Beatles have arrived in New York City! Here's a story most rock n roll fans know really well. But this doc, produced by Martin Scorcese, opens up the vaults and puts together an encompassing look at a bunch of different perspectives on the first wave of Beatlemania.
*Want to win a free copy of Chris Stein of Blondie's memoir Under A Rock? It's easy, just send me an email to sign up. You can find a link to my email address below. *Reminder this is for US citizens only*
*Want to stay on top of the world of Rock N Roll Book and Documentaries? That's easy also. Sign up for the Monthly BLAST!! the newsletter that comes out on the last Friday of the month that features book buzz and doc news, recently released titles, top 5 lists, and more. Just shoot me over an email at the address below and say Big Rick, send me that Blast!

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The Name Of This Band Is R.E.M. Book Review Jan 13, 2025

True magic was worked in "The Name Of This Band Is R.E.M." as author Peter Ames Carlin came up with an absolutely engaging way to weave the four band members personal stories into the broader presentation about the band. His writing just made you feel like you were right there. And REM’s humble beginnings was a great way to get an up close feel for the four members of the group and their untraditional rise to crazy stardom.
This Month's SHOUT OUT goes to -
Long Live The ABB Newsletter
Allman Brothers fans this one is for you! I guarantee you will not find better ABB content anywhere that can top the in-depth, passionate, informative and original material covered in this newsletter. Conversation from the crossroads of Southern music, history, and culture from historian Bob Beatty, author of 'Play All Night! Duane Allman and the Journey to Fillmore East.
Check Out this great newsletter-https://substack.com/@longlivetheabb
Want to win a free copy of the number two best book of the year, Robyn Hitchcock's memoir 1967? It's easy, just send me an email to sign up. You can find a link to my email address below. *Reminder this is for US citizens only*

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Top 10 Rock n Roll Documentaries of 2024 Jan 08, 2025

Here comes the Top 10 of 2024's best rock n roll documentaries! If you are looking for the next great doc to check out, here' my list of the best of the best. Springsteen, Joe Cocker, John Lennon, Santana, Nicky Hopkins, and Stevie Van Zandt are just a few artists that released note worth docs in 2024. Which one was the best? Join me for some great viewing recommendations and the best titles of 2024.
Want to win a free copy of the number two best book of the year, Robyn Hitchcock's memoir 1967? It's easy, just send me an email to sign up. You can find a link to my email address below. *Reminder this is for US citizens only*
This Month's SHOUT OUT goes to -
Long Live The ABB Newsletter
Allman Brothers fans this one is for you! I guarantee you will not find better ABB content anywhere that can top the in-depth, passionate, informative and original material covered in this newsletter. Conversation from the crossroads of Southern music, history, and culture from historian Bob Beatty, author of 'Play All Night! Duane Allman and the Journey to Fillmore East.
Check Out this great newsletter-https://substack.com/@longlivetheabb

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Top 10 Best Rock n Roll Books of 2024 Jan 06, 2025

Join me for the countdown of 2024's best rock n roll books of the year! If you are looking for the next great rock n roll book to check out, here' my list of the best of the best. There are a wide range of great books to choose from including memoirs, oral histories, autobiography's, biographs and a top ten book that took the author 20 years to write.
Want to win a free copy of the number two best book of the year? It's easy, just send me an email to sign up. You can find a link to my email address below. *Reminder this is for US citizens only*
This Month's SHOUT OUT goes to -
https://substack.com/@longlivetheabb
Allman Brothers fans this one is for you! I guarantee you will not find better ABB content anywhere that can top the in depth, passionate, informative and original material covered in this newsletter.

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Best Rock n Roll Books and Docs of 2024 Dec 16, 2024

The second annual books and docs of the year award show! All the best rock n roll books and documentaries of 2024. Awards for Best Rock n Roll Book About a Band, Best Rock n Roll Book About a Band member, Best Rock n Roll Book that I Learned The Most From and Best Rock n Roll Book Not About A Band or Band Member. Plus the Best Rock n Roll Book of The Year!!
Awards for Rock n Roll Documentaries go out to Best Doc about A Band, Best Doc About A Band Member, and Best Doc Not About A Band or Band Member. And of course the Best Documentary of 2024!!
This is the culmination of all the titles reviewed in the second year of the Rock Talk Studio and a celebration of the all the great projects to come.

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Nicky Hopkins: Session Man Documentary Review Dec 09, 2024

Win the new Robyn Hitchcock memoir 1967-How I Got There and Why I Never Left simply by signing up for the free monthly email BLAST!! The BLAST!! keeps you on top of the world of rock n roll books and documentaries and serves as an extra layer of coverage to the podcast.
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Nicky Hopkins: Session Man finally exposes who was behind some of the most iconic rock 'n' roll piano lines in Rolling Stones, The Kinks, The Beatles and The Who songs. Find out why Keith Richards needed Hopkin's help to complete classic Stones songs, and why a handful of other A list talent call him a genius.
This Month's SHOUT OUT goes to - Long Live The ABB Newsletter!
https://www.longlivetheabb.com/
Allman Brothers fans you will not find better content about the ABB anywhere. The Long Live The ABB newsletter is jammed packed with the most comprehensive writing about the band.

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Rush at 50 Book Review and Give Away! Dec 02, 2024

This is a first for the podcast, not only do you get a review of a recommended title, one lucky winner is going to get a copy of this new slick coffee table style book - Rush at 50. How do you get in on the drawing for next months free book - Robyn Hitchcock's memoir 1967? Just send me an email at info@rocktalkstudio.com

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Rock 'n' Roll Book and Documentary News for November 2024 Nov 25, 2024

Win the new Robyn Hitchcock memoir 1967, and the new Rush book- Rush at 50, simply by signing up for the free monthly BLAST!!
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Rock n Roll Book and Documentary news this month features projects from: The Beatles, Joni Mitchell, Mike Campbell, The J.Geils Band, Nicky Hopkins and The Bangles to name a few.

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Robert Hunter's The Silver Snarling Trumpet Book Review Nov 18, 2024

Win the new Robyn Hitchcock memoir 1967, and the new Rush book- Rush at 50, simply by signing up for the free monthly BLAST!!
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Today’s episode looks at how the partnership between The Grateful Dead’s lyricist Robert Hunter and Jerry Garcia started. This lost manuscript, written in 1961, has finally been unearthed, giving us a look at the first days of this legendary friendship.
This month’s SHOUT OUT goes to the Zappagram. The Zappagram is the mother of all news letters. If you want to stay on top of the music world check out the Zappagram!

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Alex Van Halen Memoir: Brothers Book Review Nov 11, 2024

The most highly anticipated rock n roll book of the year is out. Alex Van Halen's memoir is a love letter to his brother Ed. Did it live up to the hype? And did the 240 pages tell the whole story?
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*This week's rock n roll newsletter recommendation:
The mother of all rock n roll newsletters- The Zappagram
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Road Diary:Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band Documentary Review Nov 04, 2024

The band has been together for close to 50 years. They haven't toured in 6 years. Why is this set list so important? Road Diary-Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band is a rock n roll documentary that incapsulates everything that makes a Springsteen show so powerful. This is on the list of the top 5 Rock Docs of the year!

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Rock 'n' Roll Book and Documentary News for October 2024 Oct 28, 2024

Here's all the latest book buzz and documentary news you don't want to miss! Projects from The Beatles, Bachman Turner Overdrive, The Tragically Hip, Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band and Elton John to name a few are featured on this month's BONUS EPISODE.
Plus, your chance to win the new Rush book "Rush at 50!"

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Mind Games: John Lennon and Yoko Ono Rock ‘n’ Roll Book Review Oct 21, 2024

Is there really anything more to learn about John Lennon and Yoko Ono? Mind Games the book answers that questions with the inclusion of never before seen essays, documents, hand written lyrics, and over 750 photos. This definitive exploration is made up of Lennon and Ono's thoughts during the making, producing, and releasing of the album, plus contributions from people who were there.
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1967: How I Got There and Why I Never Left By Robyn Hitchcock - Book Review Oct 07, 2024

The oddest, interesting, quirky, unique rock n roll book I have ever read. EVER? Yes!
1967: How I Got There and Why I Never Left by Robyn Hitchcock is a delightful read that takes you back to a special time in rock n roll history. Hitchcock writes his life story from his early teens persona as he discovers the life altering power of rock n roll.

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Conversations With Tom Petty - Rock ‘n’ Roll Book Review Sep 30, 2024

This book is a treasure. Author Paul Zollo got a chance in 2004 and 2005 to sit and talk with Tom Petty, discussing his life and music. This book is a record of these conversation. We are so lucky to have a document like this that so deeply explores not only Tom Petty's craft, but the many chapters of his life and career.

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BONUS EPISODE: Rock n Roll Book and Documentary News Sep 23, 2024

The latest news from Alex Van Halen's memoir "Brothers" plus news on projects from Tom Petty, Bruce Springsteen, Rush, Yoko Ono and Paul McCartney to name a few. Catch up on all the book buzz and documentary news for the month of September!

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Traveling: On The Path Of Joni Mitchell Book Review Sep 16, 2024

This book was a little outside of the usual rock n roll books I review. But I took a chance. And because of the unique storytelling and interesting personal path author Ann Powers took to tell the story, I found myself engaged throughout. This is not a Joni Mitchell biography. This is the life of Mitchell questioned, examined, and presented with the myriad of avenues Joni Mitchell and author Ann Powers took throughout their lives.

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Learning To Live Together The Return of Mad Dogs and Englishmen Doc Review Sep 09, 2024

The iconic music doc and album, Joe Cocker's Mad Dogs and Englishmen, gets a well deserved follow up in this new documentary "Learning To Live Together: The Return of Mad Dogs and Englishmen" 50 years later the Tedeschi Trucks band put together a massive tribute to the Mad Dogs and Englishmen legacy, reuniting 12 member of the original band to play the LOCKN Festival in Arrington Virginia. This doc not only captures the reunion show but also uses never before seen archival footage from the original tour to expand on the myth and answers all the questions from that magical 197O concert run.

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I Don't Want To Go Home - The Oral History of The Stone Pony Book Review Sep 02, 2024

Is the Stone Pony the most iconic rock n roll bar in America? I dive into the oral history of this still standing Asbury Park New Jersey landmark that uses quotes from Bruce Springsteen, Steven Van Zant, Patti Smith, Zack Wylde, Tom Morello and a cast of a hundred more artists to tell this tale.

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Prince and Purple Rain 40 Years Book Review Aug 19, 2024

There is only one movie of this immense caliber that was inspired by songs that served as the soundtrack for the movie. And there was only one Prince. This beautifully put together coffee style book does the legacy of the Purple One justice by leaving nothing left to explore about the groundbreaking Purple Rain album and movie.

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DLR Book How David Lee Roth Changed The World Book Review Aug 12, 2024

David Lee Roths' crazy manic muse is unmatched in rock n roll. There are very few who can keep up to his always on personality and this book does it best to track down anyone who tried. This episode digs into the DLR Book - How David Lee Roth Changed The World by Darren Paltrowitz.

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Revival 69 - The Concert That Rocked The World - Documentary Review. Aug 05, 2024

One of the greatest concerts of all time that most know very little about. This new doc, Revival 69 - the Concert That Rocked The World, brings unprecedented live footage and a story like no other to finally expose this amazing moment in rock n roll history.
This episode also includes all the latest rock n roll book buzz and documentary news on projects about The Tedeschi Trucks Band, Leon Russell, Mad Dogs and Englishmen, John Lennon and Robyn Hithcock.

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Chris Stein Under A Rock Book Review Jul 22, 2024

Chris Stein tells the other side of the Blondie story in his new memoir. Gritty New York City tales from the 70's and 80's bring you right into the CBGB scene.
This episodes also includes book and doc news about new projects featuring John Lennon and Yoko Ono, Eric Clapton, Chuck Berry, The Doors, and Melissa Etheridge to name a few.

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Stevie Van Zant - Disciple Documentary Review Jul 08, 2024

Stevie Van Zant Disciple documentary needs over two hours to tell the story of one of rock's most accomplished careers. Guest appearances by Paul McCartney, Jackson Browne, Peter Wolf, and of course Bruce himself take this doc over the top. It's one not to miss.
This episode also includes book and doc news about projects featuring The Grateful Dead, Robert Hunter, Jerry Garcia, Prince, John Lennon, Chuck Berry and The Doors to name a few.

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The Beatle Who Vanished Book Review Jul 01, 2024

For 13 days he was a Beatles. He actually saved the Beatles first world tour. He was 24 years old. And then he was gone. And most people don’t even know his name.
How is it possible that drummer Jimmie Nicol could simply vanish after playing with the Beatles? The new book "The Beatle Who Vanished" finally solves the mystery of what happened to Nicol.
This episode also includes the latest insight into new projects from Joni Mitchell, Steven Van Zant, Stax Records, The Stone Pony and more.

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Soul Serenade: King Curtis and His Immortal Saxophone Rock 'n' Roll Book Review Jun 18, 2024

King Curtis played with Buddy Holly. Jimi Hendrix joined King's band. He opened for the Beatles at Shea Stadium. One of his best friends was Duane Allman. There is a ton of rock n roll tales told in the new book Soul Serenade: King Curtis and his Immortal Saxophone. I am really glad I looked passed King Curtis's R&B and Jazz resume because there was so much to be learned about this underrated talent.

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Let It Be film review plus all the latest rock n roll book and documentary news Jun 10, 2024

I already saw the Peter Jackson masterpiece “Get Back” why should I watch the film “Let It Be?” “Let It Be” the 1970 film has been remastered and is finally released in it’s original state, I look at it’s significance and give it a rating I have never given any documentary I have ever reviewed in the year in a half of the Rock Talk Studio podcast.

Plus updates on new projects about Journey, Moby Grape, Michael McDonald, Lollapalooza and Stevie Van Zant.

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Catching Fire-The Story of Anita Pallenberg documentary review Jun 02, 2024

Anita Pallenberg was a major influence on the Rolling Stones; so much so that it jeopardized her career, family and life. I explore the depth of her story in the new doc Catching Fire. Plus, big news on three new documentaries just announced featuring Led Zeppelin, Los Lobos, and Little Steven Van Zant.

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Carlos Santana doc review and all the new book buzz and documentary news May 05, 2024

“Carlos” the documentary delivers a look at one of rock’s greatest guitarist. How personal does it get, is it deep enough? And yes, the Woodstock experience is explained. Plus! Details on a new Grateful Dead book -easily the most unique book I have ever read about the band. And news on upcoming projects from The Rock n Roll Nightmare series, John Lennon, Chris Stein of Blondie, and Anita Pallenberg to name a few.

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BONUS EPISODE - All the latest rock n roll book and documentary news Apr 15, 2024

Here’s the latest news about projects on Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen, The Beach Boys, Bob Marley and the sequel to a 1984 rock n roll movie classic.

This is the bonus episode, a continuation of the conversation about all the latest news to get fired up about. If you’re looking for more news and recommendations on the latest rock n roll books and documentaries check out the main podcast that comes out the first three Tuesday's of every month.

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She's a Badass: Women in Rock Shaping Feminism Rock n Roll Book Review Apr 01, 2024

20 female rockers tell their war stories about the music industry and what they used to overcome every possible roadblock. Plus all the book buzz and doc news including a review of the most disturbing rock n roll book I have ever read!
Books and Doc reviewed, previewed, and recommended:
Books-
She's a Badass: Women in Rock Shaping Feminism by Katherine Yeske Taylor
Drums and Demons: The Tragic Journey of Jim Gordon
Turn It Up! by Tom Werman
Christine McVie: Songbird by Lesley-Ann Jones
Alice Cooper: Staring Alice Cooper
Docs-
Eno- Brian Eno
This Is A Film About The Black Keys -Black Keys
Lola -The Story of Lollapalooza
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The Immediate Family Rock n Roll Documentary Review Mar 04, 2024

You might not know the players, but you have definitely rocked out to the records they played on. The Immediate Family documentary pulls the curtain back to expose who was responsible for a lot of that 70’s and 80’s sound.

There was a huge (the biggest of the year so far) announcement of a new memoir that is coming out in October. Find out about the memoir, a new George Harrison book, get some Tina Turner news, and a review of three new Bob Dylan books. Plus The Who, and a bunch of badass female rockers and more!

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Geddy Lee’s My Effin Life Rock 'n' Roll Book Review Feb 05, 2024

One of rock’s most endearing personalities Geddy Lee, tells the story of one of rocks best three-piece bands. But, will a non-Rush fan find value with this book? The review looks at all sides of what Geddy’s book has to offer and gives up a surprising recommendation. Also included in this episode is all the latest buzz about whats new and what has just been announced as coming soon. Artists featured are Jeff Tweedy, David Lee Roth, Jim Gordon, Brian Eno and Willie Nelson. What is Willy Nelson doing in a rock n roll conversation? Tune in for the details.

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Best Rock n Roll books and documentaries of 2023 Dec 28, 2023

What was the best rock n roll book of 2023? How about the best rock n roll documentary? Found out what came in as the best of the best, in the first annual Rock Talk Studio awards show.

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Deliver Me From Nowhere The Making of Bruce Springsteen’s Nebraska Book Review Dec 04, 2023

Springsteen chose to pursue the release of the Nebraska album over Born In The USA. How did he talk his record label into that? And why, after all these years, no one has told the story of this dark masterpiece. And, could this be one of the best books of the year? Also included in this episode, are the monthly previews, reviews, and recommendations, which include a minor Beatles Fest (3 books and 1 doc about Beatle members) another Bob Dylan must have, and the annual holiday product dump that comes around every time this year.
Titles reviewed, previewed, and recommended:
Deliver Me From Nowhere: The Making of Bruce Springsteen's Nebraska (Book)
The Confessions of a Rock and Roll Name Dropper (Book)
Bob Dylan: Mixing Up The Medicine (Book)
Paul McCartney- Lyrics (Book)
Thurston Moore - Sonic Life (Book)
George Harrison - The Reluctant Beatle (Book)
May Pang:The Lost Weekend - A Love Story (Documentary)
Immediate Family (Documentary)
Podcast recommendation:
Rock n Roll Autopsy
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Mr. Jimmy Documentary Review and October Recommended Reads and Docs Nov 06, 2023

What happens when someone spends 20 years performing Led Zeppelin concerts note for note and then Jimmy Page walks in the door and sits down? This one-of-a-kind documentary about Mr. Jimmy, is this month’s spotlight review.

Also included in this episode are the monthly previews, reviews, and recommendations which include a look at an over 500 page book on possibly the most underrated rock star of the 70’s, notes on the new 12 minute Beatle documentary, and the announcement of docs from the Stones (about Brian Jones) and Pink Floyd (about Sid Barrett). Wait a minute, haven’t we seen these two docs before?
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Titles reviewed, previewed, and recommended:
Mr. Jimmy (Documentary)
Leon Russell - Master of Space and Time's Journey Through Rock n Roll History (Book)
Jeff Tweedy- Word Within A Song (Book)
James Hetfield- Messengers: The Guitars of James Hetfield (Book)
Have You Got It Yet? The Story of Syd Barrett and Pink Floyd (Documentary)
The Stones and Brian Jones (Documentary)
The Beatles: Now and Then (Documentary)
Podcast recommendation:
Rock n Roll Autopsy

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Bono & The Edge A Sort of Homecoming, with Dave Letterman Documentary Review and September Recommended Reads and Docs Oct 02, 2023

U2 is in the Sphere, they released a new record, Bono’s memoir is out, what else is there left to do? How about a rock doc? This month’s spotlight review looks at the documentary Bono and The Edge Sort of Homecoming with David Letterman. Plus, rapid fire recommendations on six other don’t miss titles.

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David Bowie Moonage Daydream Documentary Review Sep 04, 2023

Why did David Bowie's Moonage Daydream documentary take seven years to complete? Being the first authorized release from the Bowie estate, it has to be worth it right? I look at this documentary from all different angle and from all type of fans viewpoints to determine if it's recommended. This episode also preview and reviews six other titles and leave you with a few choices of where to spend your time and money.

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Lucinda Williams Memoir: Don’t Tell Anyone The Secrets I Told You Book Review Aug 01, 2023

Spotlight on Lucinda Williams' raw memoir, “Don’t Tell Anyone The Secrets I Told You.” Plus RTS' latest rock n roll books and documentaries recommendations featuring titles from Allman Brothers, Bob Dylan, and Black Sabbath, Carlos Santana, Hipgnosis, and Imagine Dragons.

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Alan Paul Interview: Brothers and Sisters- The Allman Brothers Band and the Inside Story of the Album That Defined the '70s Jul 12, 2023

New York times best-selling author, Alan Paul, joins me to discuss his new Allman Brothers book "Brothers and Sisters." We also touch on The Grateful Dead, Lynyrd Skynyrd, The Rolling Stones, Billy Graham, Cameron Crowe and a few other artists that play a part in this challenging chapter in Allman Brothers history.

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Mysteries In The Music: Case Closed Book Review Jun 22, 2023

Mysteries in The Music: Case Closed uncovers the greatest mysteries in rock n roll. Bob Dylan, Elvis Presley, Nirvana, The Beach Boys, and The Traveling Willburys are a few names that get their case files opened, examined, solved, and closed by the rock 'n' roll detective, author Jim Berkenstadt.
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Jimmie and Stevie Ray Vaughan: Brothers in Blues Documentary Review Jun 01, 2023

Jimmie and Stevie Ray Vaughan documentary, "Brothers in Blues," features guest appearances by Eric Clapton, Billy Gibbons, Jackson Browne, and Nile Rodgers. It's touted for featuring never-before-told stories behind their music. Does it live up to the hype?

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Secret Stars: The Greatest Underdogs of the Rock 'n' Roll Era Book Review May 11, 2023

Who are the Secret Stars of rock 'n' roll? In this podcast, I look at how Author Matt Berenson makes a strong detailed case for 10 indie rock bands that, once dissected, might just leave you with a bunch of new favorite bands.
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Play All Night! Duane Allman and the Journey to Fillmore East Book Review Apr 19, 2023

The captivating story of how the greatest live album ever recorded (yeah I said it!) The Allman Brothers at Fillmore East, came about.

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Bono: Surrender Book Review Mar 29, 2023

Bono claims this book is one story; I totally disagree. This book if full of many stories, all well-written in a fashion unique to the rock 'n' roll memoir world.

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If These Walls Could Sing: The Abbey Road Documentary - Documentary Review Mar 08, 2023

The Beatles, Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin, Oasis, Elton John, and more talk about the world-famous Abbey Road recording studio. What more could you want out of a rock doc?

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Matt Sorum: Double Talkin' Jive - Book Review Feb 15, 2023

Guns and Roses, The Cult, Motorhead, Velvet Revolver- Matt Sorum not only drummed for these bands, but he also just barely survived partying with them.

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Creedence Clearwater Revival: Travelin' Band at The Royal Albert Hall [Documentary Review] Jan 25, 2023

What’s all the hub bub about this long awaited and much talked about release of one of Creedence’s last and most heralded live shows?

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*SPECIAL EDITION* Bruce Springsteen: The Howard Stern Interview Jan 13, 2023

This is not a rock and roll book, this is not a rock and roll documentary, and this is not a rock and roll movie. But it’s so rock and roll I just had to do a show on it.

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Stevie Van Zandt: Unrequited Infatuations [Book Review] Jan 05, 2023

Van Zandt really surprised me with this book. I dare to say, it’s a one of a kind. This guy is so much more than a Springsteen sidekick and a Sopranos consigliere.

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Cheap Trick: This Band Has No Past [Book Review] Jan 02, 2023

Super fans of Cheap Trick need to check this out. It’s a blow-by-blow of the early years leading up to the live Budokan breakthrough. But what about the casual fan? Is this 500-page book worth the time?

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Randy Rhoads: Reflections of a Guitar Icon [Documentary Review] Jan 02, 2023

Yes! Finally, some Randy Rhoads love. Not a lot out there on Rhoads, who raised the stakes for rock guitarists the world over, so it was great to see this career-spanning documentary. But did it do his legacy justice?

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Paul McCartney: The Lyrics [Book Review] Dec 31, 2022

Is this the holy grail of rock and roll memoirs? Is this even a rock and roll memoir? In this episode, we toss that, and so much more, around. I mean, come on! It’s Paul McCartney we’re talking about here- of course there’s more to talk about when we get into a deep conversation about this 900-page masterpiece.

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