What do steamed broccoli, rose-scented candles, and a CD player have in common? They were all on Beyoncé’s 2004 Super Bowl National Anthem Tour rider.

In this episode of They Asked For What?, we step behind the velvet rope into a world built on precision, ritual, and quiet power — long before Queen Bey became a global empire.

From backstage blooms to pre-show playlists, we unpack the early clues that hinted at the icon she was destined to become.

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What do tea and biscuits, white wine and eight pairs of dark cotton socks have in common? They were all on Coldplay’s 2003 tour rider.

In this episode of They Asked For What?, we head backstage with the band that made melancholy beautiful — and discover a rider full of modest comforts, quiet rituals, and a few surprisingly specific demands.

From warm drinks to wardrobe must-haves, we unpack the details behind Coldplay’s rise from earnest newcomers to global icons.Don’t miss a single episode. Hit that subscribe button for your weekly VIP pass behind the curtain.

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What do Crown Royal whisky, Throat Coat tea, and a box of Slim Jims have in common? They were all on the Foo Fighters’ 2000 tour rider.

In this episode of They Asked For What?, we crash backstage with the band that built a career on volume, chaos, and a whole lot of heart — and find a rider that’s equal parts rock star mayhem and working-class survival kit.

From the whiskey to the road snacks to the tea that kept Dave Grohl screaming night after night, we unpack every wild, weird, and weirdly practical request.

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What do Dove dark chocolate minis, decorative lamps and red wine have in common? They were all on Pearl Jam’s 2008 tour rider.

In this episode of They Asked For What?, we head backstage with one of rock’s most fiercely independent bands — and find a rider that’s thoughtful, earthy, and just a little luxurious.

From fair-trade sweets to soft lighting to one very good bottle of Italian red, we unpack the quiet comforts behind the chaos of the road.

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What do unscented candles, Robert Mondavi wine, and Coke Zero have in common? They were all on Lady Gaga’s 2009 tour rider.

In this episode of They Asked For What?, we dive backstage with the artist who turned pop into performance art — and find a rider that’s surprisingly stripped-down, strategic, and just a little indulgent.

From quiet flames to California reds to caffeine on command, we unpack the early essentials behind the rise of Mother Monster.

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What do chocolate milk, Schlitz Malt Liquor, and bars of Ivory soap have in common? They were all on Van Halen’s 1982 tour rider.

In this episode of They Asked For What?, we tear backstage with the band that defined excess — and find a rider that’s part party starter, part playground, and part pure chaos.

From soapy demands to malt liquor mayhem, we unpack the wild world behind one of rock’s most legendary backstage reputations.

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Ever wonder what rock stars really demand backstage?

They Asked For What? Rock Star Riders & Diva Demands gives you a sneak peek behind the velvet curtain. From brown M&M meltdowns to custom scented candles, each week we uncover the outrageous, over-the-top and sometimes oddly relatable green room requests of music legends and celebrity divas. If you're into live music, pop culture, or just love a good gossip-fueled deep dive, hit play.

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