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The Imbalanced History of Rock and Roll

The Imbalanced History of Rock and Roll
Rock and Roll
The Beatles
Music Industry
Rod Stewart
Van Halen
Steely Dan
The Faces
Jeff Beck
British Invasion
Howlin' Wolf
Blues
Bessie Smith
Columbia Records
Self-Titled Album
Album Formatting
Concert Culture
New Order
Joy Division
Steam Packet
Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band

This is a podcast that was created to discuss the humongous tree of music known as Rock and Roll. There are thousands of branches. There is so much information out there with even more to be learned. Together, we are going to have fun talking about our passion, the Imbalanced History of Rock and Roll. Between Ray and Markus, we have 50+ years of rock and roll radio experience and a thirst to know ... more

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This Massacrepreat of our original episode from 2024 is dedicated to our dearly departed brother, Pierre Robert, as well as Alice Brock, the story's central figure, who passed away last year just before Thanksgiving.

The roasting of the bird! The sh... more

This week, the Imbalanced Boys explore the birth and life (so far) of Pearl Jam. They were formed by Seattle stalwarts after the death of Andrew Wood, the singer for Mother Love Bone. The episode includes a brief discussion of Wood's death, as Stone ... more

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Recent Guests

Earle Bailey
Veteran radio presenter on XM and Sirius Satellite Radio
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Episode: It's An Alice's Restaurant MassacreePeat!!!
Frank White
Rock photographer and co-author of 'Jersey Metal'
Episode: Talkin' Jersey Metal With Frank White
Glen E. Friedman
Influential photographer and author
Author of Fearless Vampire Killers, The Bad Brains Photographs
Episode: Killing Myths And Vampires with Glen E. Friedman
John Lodge
Bassist and vocalist of The Moody Blues
The Moody Blues
Episode: Spending Some Time With John Lodge
David Uosikkinen
Drummer of The Hooters and musician with over 40 years of experience in the music industry.
The Hooters
Episode: David Uosikkinen Comes To Visit!
Rudy Sarzo
A veteran bassist with a rich history in rock music, known for his work with Quiet Riot and Ozzy Osbourne.
Quiet Riot
Episode: Back To The Beginning with Rudy Sarzo
David Hepworth
British broadcaster and author, well-connected in the rock and roll music scene
Episode: David Hepworth: Hope I Get Old Before I Die
Alice Brock
Inspirational figure and owner of the restaurant referenced in the song, known for her contributions to community
Episode: Alice's Restaurant Massacree!!!
Jon Wiederhorn
Co-writer of Marty Friedman's autobiography, 'Dreaming Japanese'
Episode: Talking "Dreaming Japanese" By Marty Friedman With Co-Author Jon Wiederhorn!

Hosts

Ray Kube
Co-host discussing the history of rock music and its various artists with engaging anecdotes and analyses.
Markus Goldman
Co-host with deep insights into rock history, fueling engaging discussions about legendary artists and musical evolution.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 175 ratings
  • Great RnR infotainment

    I have been listening to Marcus and Ray’s podcast for three years. I really like this podcast for the variety of the shows (history, interviews, Top 5,…) , the research that they do, and most of all, their passion for rock and roll. It’s clear these two are old friends that go back along way. Their back and forth always seems so comfortable on the show. I hope to buy them a beer at the Crooked Eye Brewery someday. Keep it up fellas.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kurt Shaver
    United Statesa year ago
  • Another music history podcast ruined by regionalism

    I’ve given this podcast around five years to start really digging into the history of rock ‘n’ roll but instead all these two guys do - and it’s not necessarily their fault - is talk about things only they know about, and people they know about bands from the northeast. There is no research; there’s nothing else going on and they should realize that there are no good music history podcast out there and they HAD a chance to become one… For every Monserrat episode, there’s about 20 “random guy fro... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    pbarn2000
    United States2 years ago
  • This is great informative music podcast

    The guys do great job with the research and bringing it to us in an entertaining manner. Don’t always agree with there top fives. But I have found new old music through them so I say thanks

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Joeycaveman
    United States2 years ago
  • Blue Swede not Blue Magic!

    Seriously? On the One Hit Wonders show they talk about the remake of Hooked on a Feeling and credit it to Blue Magic. Nope, Blue Swede. Couldn’t have fixed that in post? Worse that they did it in the first place.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Juleshajek
    United States2 years ago
  • Poorly researched but occasionally fun

    The hosts of this show frequently get basic facts wrong. While i frequently find myself wanting to correct their mistakes I still find myself going back to this podcast. There are definitely better music history podcasts out there but this one will do

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    BryanCUFF
    United States3 years ago

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The podcast is recognized for its storytelling and entertaining format, making complex music histories accessible.
Numerous listeners highlight the nostalgia factor and learning something new in every episode.
Some criticism exists regarding regionalism in content and perceived gaps in research.
The hosts' openness to humor and personal anecdotes enhances their relatability.
Listeners appreciate the depth of research and the hosts' chemistry, sharing their passion for rock and roll.

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It's An Alice's Restaurant MassacreePeat!!!
Q: How did the tradition of playing Alice's Restaurant on Thanksgiving come to be?
Earle explains that it became part of radio's annual celebration, evolving from a live broadcast and fundraising effort to a beloved tradition that resonates with audiences.
Talkin' Jersey Metal With Frank White
Q: Why did so many good bands in this area not make it?
It could be due to poor management or lack of exposure; the Internet has changed the game for bands to share their music.
Talkin' Jersey Metal With Frank White
Q: When you began putting the book together, even though you were a part of all of this scene, did you learn a lot?
Yes, I learned a lot including the fact that the mob ran some of the clubs in New Jersey.
The Magic Of It All...Remembering Dave Cousins!
Q: Did you write any songs in the studio while the students were actually watching you put these songs together?
Yes, I wrote 'Ready' and the lyrics for it while in the studio, and I had help from the musicians there to perfect the timing and chords.
Spending Some Time With John Lodge
Q: Was it a challenge to pick out the songs for you that you wanted to play because you have such a very large discography?
There's a framework of particular songs I want in the show, and once I decided which was the framework, then I had to find songs that fitted into the show.

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Exploring the vast landscape of rock and roll history, hosts with extensive radio experience engage listeners with lively discussions on various iconic artists, albums, and events that have shaped the genre. Each episode blends personal anecdotes with deep dives into specific topics, ranging from influential bands and their evolution to thematic analyses of significant songs and cultural moments in music history. Noteworthy segments often include explorations of personal relationships within bands, milestone albums, and how socio-political contexts influenced the music scene over the decades. This podcast is particularly distinctive for its emphasis on storytelling, making complex musical histories accessible and engaging for both seasoned ... more

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2. Frank White
3. Glen E. Friedman
4. John Lodge
5. David Uosikkinen
6. Rudy Sarzo
7. David Hepworth
8. Alice Brock

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