101 Series Lesson 12: David Bowie

Well, students,  there will need to be complete and undivided attention to this week’s lesson . . . this is because our subject is a performer of many personas. From Davey Jones to folk waif to Ziggy Stardust to Thin White Duke to guy in Berlin who did too much blow – our topic for […]

X Chromosome Ep 2

Woman . . . the fairer sex, the giver of kind assurance, the loving breath, the punch in the face, the kick in the head. Rock and roll is not a man’s game, and we give you two hours of women on the mic, strangling the strings, hitting the drums too hard . . . […]

101 Series Lesson 11: The White Stripes

It is the unalterable opinion of your humble instructors that Meg White is the greatest rock legend of all time. And with x-husband/brother Jack backing her up there’s no stopping her. Of course, this is all part of Lesson 11 this week in the 101 Series as you’ll learn all you need to know about […]

From The Board Ep 2

If it’s live, it’s better than Memorex. And we have a great show here. This is Episode 2 of From The Board. All live, all the time from stadiums and studios around the world . . . We listen to some great live music played with verve and spontaneity. Please have your tickets ready for proper […]

High Tea With The Beatles Ep 2: John Lennon

Fifty years ago the world took a strange wobble and created the band that started it all – The Beatles. And in this second episode we begin our look at the solo work of the individual members beginning with John Lennon. Great album cuts, rarities (bootleg alert!) and live tracks comprise this three-course meal. Over-indulgence […]

101 Series Lesson 10: The Clash

Okay, attention, class, please. This is the first day of Summer, so it’s time to begin Summer School. This will be a super-condensed lesson so you can learn it quickly. Today’s subject will be The Clash. They will play their music the only way it should be in the Summer – hot! Hotter!! HOTTEST!!! Sunscreen […]

Have The Rolling Stones Killed Ep 2

Killer riffs plus a bad attitude equals the most killer rock ‘n’ roll. This is our second look at the second greatest band on the planet. Although, after listening to this show, that could be a debated argument. Nevertheless, it’s time to rock your ass off and smash up the joint. Mick, Keef, Brian/Mick/Ron, Charlie […]

101 Series Lesson 9: Eric Clapton

Good day, Class. Today we have some mental nutrition for you. Time now to bow down at the alter of Rock ‘n’ Roll to the man known as “God”. Guitar and blues master, EC, Eric Clapton is featured today. Let’s put down our pencils and bask in the greatness of the man called Slowhand.  Clap-ton! […]

Blue Highway Ep 2

Well, howdy there, little shavers. Thanks for mosey-in’ up here to the campfire. We got coffee on the brew and our guitars are tuned to perfection. Time for some Americana. So if you know the tune sing along. If not, well, it’s good to have your company, pard.   We started a fire for everyone […]

101 Series Lesson 8: Donovan

Attention, please. Today we sit cross-legged on the floor while Donovan hovers above us and sings songs about mountains, oceans, flowers, superheroes, tea, and girls with funny names. (These are the things that make him happy!)  You just cannot listen to Donovan and not smile. We just spent nearly two hours proving it. Click on […]