Best Prisoners Of Rock And Roll Podcasts (2025)

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111 - Bruce Springsteen & Electric Nebraska 1:19:08

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We’re opening the vault on the single most mythical recording in Bruce Springsteen’s long career: Electric Nebraska. In January 1982: Bruce locked himself in a bedroom with a four-track and cut ten of the bleakest songs he’s ever written. A few months later, he took those songs into the studio with the E Street Band and tried them loud. They didn’t…

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Prisoners of Rock and Roll -- Bruce Springsteen & Electric Nebraska 1:19:08

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We’re opening the vault on the single most mythical recording in Bruce Springsteen’s long career: Electric Nebraska. In January 1982: Bruce locked himself in a bedroom with a four-track and cut ten of the bleakest songs he’s ever written. A few months later, he took those songs into the studio with the E Street Band and tried them loud. They didn’t…

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No Filler - Best of 2025 - Part One 1:14:42

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It's the most wonderful time of the year! That time again for our best of countdown where we bring 10 tracks each week of December, our favorite tracks from 2025. Tracklist Courtney Barnett - Stay In Your Lane Alex G - Real Thing Winter - Without You 회사AUTO - Aegina Akasha System - Super Cell Perfume Genius - It's a Mirror pôt-pot - 22° Halo HUNTR/…

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Play That Rock n' Roll: A PODCAST LOOKS AT JIMMY, Part 3: Jimmy Buffett in the Early '80s (1980 - 1984) 1:03:04

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Play That Rock n' Roll" proudly presents the third part of a special mini-series that details the incredible life and career of songwriter Jimmy Buffett. We are joined by my friend Chris to explore Buffett's full studio catalog, track by track. In this episode, we cover the four albums he released during this stretch, the iconic film soundtracks he…

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Phil Spector: Silent Night, Loaded Gun 42:03

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A gun-waving showdown with the Ramones. A death threat from the Genovese crime family. A terrorized Ronnie Spector locked inside a gilded cage. And a Christmas record crushed by one of the darkest days in American history. Listen to find out how producer Phil Spector created a joyful holiday masterpiece before fear and violence turned his quest for…

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Cobras & Fire Podcast: Apologetic Positive Vitriol 1:17:48

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Bakko has some apologies. LC has some positivity. Jack White performs... LIVE! Daughtry disses Draiman. Oasis somehow trolls Machine Head. Nuthin' But A Good time doc talk. GNR drops new music. A Death Metal band get's it's biggest headlines and the 1st ever Bakko Guitarist of the Year. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Pantheon Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Reach out to us! Rat…

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Set Lusting Bruce - Song Lyrics to Stories: Jay Armstrong's 'Follow Your Dreams Down' 50:17

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In this episode of Set Lusting Bruce, host Jesse Jackson welcomes guest Jay Armstrong, a longtime friend and one of the podcast's earliest guests. Jay shares insights from his teaching experiences, where he used Bruce Springsteen's 'Thunder Road' as a poetic exercise for his students. The episode dives into the longstanding debate over whether Mary…

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My Weekly Mixtape: Celebrating Emmet Otter’s Jug-Band Christmas & The Muppet Movie - Paul Williams on The Muppets' Music & Magic 57:21

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This week, we’re celebrating two timeless soundtracks with the legendary Paul Williams, the award-winning songwriter behind Emmet Otter’s Jug-Band Christmas and The Muppet Movie, including the beloved classic (as well as my favorite song of all time) “Rainbow Connection.” Paul shares the stories behind these unforgettable soundtracks & the films th…

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Imbalanced History: Redux, Take 5@45: The Night John Lennon Died 19:12

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We can't tell the story any better than this annual repeat episode about one of our favorites, John Lennon! John meant the world, to most people, and definitely to both of us. His music, his message, and his fun way of spreading it, attracted so many to him. One wicked soul saw things differently than most. He took John's life on 12/8/1980... Forgi…

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The ragtag boy who was taken in by a football icon 40:52

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The incredible story of the football icon who changed a boy's life. Craig Bromfield's start in life was difficult: there was often no electricity in his childhood home, and he didn’t even own a coat. He was in and out of the social care system, and would ask for money on the street. This is what 11-year-old Craig was doing with his brother Aaron, o…

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Blondie: Punk vs. Disco, Held Hostage by Phil Spector, and Riding with Ted Bundy 36:32

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Blondie got their start as part of New York’s fertile punk scene in the late ‘70s, a time of great musical innovation. Also a time of great fear. Violent crime had the five boroughs in a stranglehold. Muggers, rapists, thieves, criminal deviants of all stripes ran wild in the streets. Or so they said. True New Yorkers like Blondie were tough, jaded…

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Music Buzzz: Ep. 133: Luke Tyler Shelton 39:52

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ABOUT LUKE TYLER SHELTON: Luke Tyler Shelton's sound is one of soul-soothing rock-and-roll with a charm of a faraway time whose spirit and sensibilities recall the near-mythic creative hotbed of early-’70s Laurel Canyon. Luke’s debut body of work merges country-rock, folk-pop, and Southern soul into songs that immediately transport the audience int…

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Ugly American Werewolf in London: Yes Live in 2025 1:06:08

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Yes has been around for more than 55 years. They've made some of the world's best progressive rock music and even had some success on the pop charts. While The Wolf was living in London, he got to see Yes at Royal Albert Hall on the Close to the Edge 50 Tour which was a special night. It was there that he truly came to appreciate the talents of Jon…

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Set Lusting Bruce - Talking Music and Autograph Adventures with Tim Julius 1:12:22

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In this episode, join Jesse Jackson, host of Set Lusting Bruce, for a touching conversation with Tim Julius. They discuss everything from technical mishaps while recording, Bruce Springsteen's influence on their lives, the power of music, family dynamics, and personal stories of love and loss. Tim shares his deep connection with various Bruce Sprin…

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Shout It Out Loudcast: Dorm Damage With Tom & Zeus "A Week In The Life Of Shout It Out Loudcast" 44:05

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On the 121st Episode of Dorm Damage With Tom & Zeus the guys pull back the curtain and give a behind the scenes look at Shout It Out Loudcast. Loudcasters have been asking for a behind the curtains look at what Tom & Zeus do on a weekly basis to bring you the #1 KISS podcast. The guys describe their process and what they do to keep the podcast fres…

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What Difference Does It Make: Best Of 2025 51:47

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As we look back at our 34 new podcast episodes from 2025, we realize each one is uniquely special. We've talked with artists, music industry insiders, authors, filmmakers, and friends. Now, we present this best-of episode. It's a great way to sample just a bit of what we feel makes our (mostly) 80s music podcast so special. Learn more about your ad…

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Blink-182: Tom Was Right. Aliens Exist. 43:44

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Everyone thought Blink-182’s Tom DeLonge was a joke, until he proved them all wrong. This is the story of government control, aliens, an arrest, a plane crash, a cancer diagnosis, redemption, and (of course) anti-authority punk rock. Do you believe in Non-Human Intelligence? Have you had an experience with UFOs? Let Jake know and tell your story at…

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Perfectly Good Podcast - My Baby Blue 26:45

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Join hosts Jesse Jackson and Sylvan Groth in this episode of the Perfectly Good Podcast as they dive into John Hiatt's song 'My Baby Blue.' They share insights and personal reflections on the song, discussing its lyrics and the nostalgia it evokes. They also touch on the song's background, its radio play, and various covers. Tune in for an engaging…

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History in Five Songs Episode 336: Snuck One in Before Grunge 34:51

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In Episode 336 of History in Five Songs with Martin Popoff, Martin ponders the bands who managed—through timing, luck, pivots, or pure momentum—to sneak in a successful album just before grunge exploded and reshaped the entire rock and metal landscape. Alice Cooper – “Little by Little” Pantera – “Domination” Judas Priest – “Hell Patrol” Metallica –…

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Bonus Episode: Are Rockstars Part of the UFO Disclosure Theory? Plus Psychopedia’s Brooke Slater on Slayer and Ed Gein 1:00:56

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On the heels of the release of the excellent new documentary The Age of Disclosure, and our own recent mini and full episodes on Merle Haggard’s UFO obsession, we discuss the likelihood that rockstars from John Lennon to Tom DeLonge are part of the UAP disclosure theory. We also talk to Psychopedia’s Brooke Slater about Slayer and Jake’s Ed Gein he…

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VINYL RELICS/May Blitz (1970): Britain’s Lost Power Trio 1:08:08

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EPYSODE 64: "May Blitz" by May Blitz. Guest: May Blitz bassist Reid Hudson. Additional commentary by Uncle Herff. Fresh off our deep dive into As Sheriff’s lost 60's recordings, we follow the trail to London in 1970, where bassist Reid Hudson helped forge something far heavier. With guitarist Jamie Black and drummer Tony Newman, May Blitz delivered…

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I'm In Love With That Song: The Police "Message In A Bottle" 24:35

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Released in 1979, "Message in a Bottle" was the opening track on The Police's second album, Regatta de Blanc. The song features the signature sounds of the band: Sting's evocative vocals and bass, Andy Summers' intricate guitar work, and Stuart Copeland's dynamic drumming. But what exactly makes this song resonate with so many listeners, even decad…

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First Concert Memories #29: Bay City Rollers with Holly Cantos of What Difference Does it Make? 1:03:02

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The Wolf and Action Jackson were too young and too straight to get into 70s heartthrobs The Bay City Rollers. The Scottish boys were plastered all over every teen magazine throughout the 70s to the delight of screaming pre-teen girls all over the world. One of those fans was Holly Cantos, the co-host of What Difference Does It Make? Podcast where t…

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Set Lusting Bruce - Twice the Eric's Twice the Fun! 1:10:38

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Join Jesse Jackson in a delightful episode of Set Lusting Bruce as he talks with lifelong friends and Bruce Springsteen superfans, Eric P and Eric. They share their 40-year friendship, forged through their mutual love for Springsteen, and recount humorous and heartfelt stories from their adventures, including concert trips, near encounters with Bru…

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Shout It Out Loudcast: "KISS Mailbag VII" 1:33:34

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This week Tom & Zeus answer SIOL Patreon questions in their 7th KISS Mailbag episode. This perennial favorite is a way for Loudcasters to get even more involved with the show. The guys go through submitted KISS questions from Shout It Out Loudcasts Patreon family and answer them with their unique KISS taste, knowledge and of course, humor. A fun an…

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Michelle Mone | Update: How Could £122 Million Just Vanish? | 4 28:17

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David Conn was a character at the heart of our original series, and now he's giving Matt and Alice an update on the Michelle Mone scandal in light of major developments. From dramatic court rulings to luxury flats and ongoing criminal investigations, Conn pulls back the curtain on how a pandemic procurement deal spiralled into one of the most explo…

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Decibel Geek Podcast - Geekwire - Week of 12.03.25 - Ep651 1:02:59

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We're back to discuss all the latest, greatest, and weirdest rock news on Geekwire! In today’s episode, we’ve got some big rock news coming your way. First up, legends LYNYRD SKYNYRD and FOREIGNER have just announced their Double Trouble Double Vision tour for summer 2026, which is set to be a massive one. However, it’s worth noting that neither ba…

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Only Three Lads: Split Enz - Tim Finn & Eddie Rayner on ENZyclopedia 38:05

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Stranger than fiction, larger than life...we are elated to welcome Split Enz singer/songwriter/pianist Tim Finn and keyboardist Eddie Rayner to O3L! This is gonna be a hard act to follow. Formed in 1972 in Auckland, New Zealand, Split Enz, known initially as Split Ends, were, and remain, utterly unique. As the first band from New Zealand to achieve…