This week we launch a new series as we celebrate those that have the gift of vocals AND chops as The Dual Threat!

Excelling at an instrument is hard enough. But, to master an instrument and sing at the same time? That's another level of talent. This week we're celebrating some of our favorite singing bassists. Some that we've teased at in the episode art come to mind immediately but there's plenty more to celebrate.

We hope this series will help listeners appreciate the legends, get turned onto muscians/bands they didn't know before, and open up a dialogue on who YOU, the listener, thinks should be on this list. We can't wait to hear from you.

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In this episode of Rock is Lit, prolific author Robert Greenfield delves into his rock novel ‘Rain Gray Town’, offering listeners an unforgettable journey through the rise and fall of a fictional rock band set against the backdrop of London and Los Angeles. Told through the voice of a band member, the story captures the chaotic world of sex, drugs, and rock 'n' roll at a time when music was life itself. Greenfield reads an excerpt from the novel, reflecting on the inspiration behind the characters who lived fast, burned bright, and sometimes didn’t survive the whirlwind.

A former Associate Editor of the London bureau of ‘Rolling Stone’ magazine, Robert Greenfield is the critically acclaimed author of several classic rock books, among them ‘S.T.P.: A Journey Through America with the Rolling Stones’, as well as the definitive biographies of Timothy Leary and Ahmet Ertegun. With Bill Graham, he is the co-author of ‘Bill Graham Presents: My Life Inside Rock and Out’, which won the ASCAP- Deems Taylor Award. An award-winning novelist, playwright, and screenwriter, his short fiction has appeared in ‘GQ’, ‘Esquire’, and ‘Playboy’ magazines. He lives in California.

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What does music documentarian Denny Tedesco do for an encore, after beautifully capturing the family of musicians known as The Wrecking Crew? How about find another family? That’s exactly what Denny did, with his latest film, entitled Immediate Family. You may not know the Immediate Family, or the names Danny Kortchmar, Waddy Wachtel, Leland Sklar, Russ Kunkel, or Steve Postell, but you know the music. This band of brothers has helped create the iconic music of Jackson Browne, Linda Ronstadt, Carole King, Phil Collins, and Don Henley, just to name a few. Denny's film helps illuminate what makes these musicians so special as he steps into the What Difference Does It Make garage to share some stories of both The Wrecking Crew and The Immediate Family.

Immediate Family is now streaming on Hulu.

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In this podcast episode, hosts Jesse Jackson and Sylvan Groth discuss John Hiatt's song 'I Just Don’t Know What to Say' from the album Mystic Pinball. They explore the song's themes of forgiveness, emotional turmoil, and the complexities of adult relationships. Throughout the discussion, they share personal anecdotes related to the song's lyrics and reflect on the maturity and introspection in Hiatt's music. The hosts also dive into the song's production details and commercial performance, eventually reevaluating their initial ratings based on the depth of their conversation.

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In Episode 275 of History in Five Songs with Martin Popoff, Martin dives into the different eras of Deep Purple, analyzing which period boasts the best song intros and how these intros reflect the band’s internal dynamics and evolving leadership. Through an exploration of Deep Purple’s iconic tracks, from Chasing Shadows to Highway Star, Martin uncovers the stories behind the music, highlighting the band’s creative interplay and the way intros capture the essence of their musical journey.

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In Episode 274, Martin explores the creative and commercial journeys of rockers who left or were exiled from their iconic bands, including Hugh Cornwell, Roger Waters, and Ozzy Osbourne. The episode delves into their “second catalogs” and how these artists forged successful solo careers, often fueled by bad blood and a desire to prove themselves.

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Today, we’re diving into the heart of rock and roll history with returning guest renowned author Jesse Fink as he discusses his latest book, Bon: Notes from the Highway. Marking a new chapter in the ongoing investigation into Bon Scott’s mysterious death and legacy, Jesse unveils fresh revelations about ACDC’s legendary frontman.

We’ll discuss whether Bon Scott had an unknown son and the mysterious Peter Perrett connection on the night of Bon’s death. We'll explore how Jesse’s in-depth research reveals a deeper understanding of Bon’s role in shaping ACDC during their arena rock rise. With October 5th marking the 50th anniversary of Bon Scott’s first concert with AC/DC, this is the perfect time to revisit the life and impact of one of rock’s greatest icons.

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I am talking about my top 5 albums of all-time and why they are important to the music world. I take a deep dive into 5 iconic albums that have influenced me and continue to be the most popular in the world.

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All of us have dreamed of going backstage after a killer concert to hangout with our favorite hard rock heroes. For more than 40 years, that's been Mick Wall's job. While writing for Kerrang!, Classic Rock, any number of newspapers and magazines around the world or working on one of his more than two dozen books, Mick Wall has met them all and seen it all. By 1988, you might say that Mick was a bit jaded - been there, done that, got the (free) t-shirt.

But in April 1988 in Worcester, Mass while on assignment for the 200th episode of Kerrang!, Mick had the chance to not only witness David Lee Roth live but to hang with him one-on-one through the wee hours of the morning into the next afternoon. We crack up hearing stories about lobster dinners with dancing girls, Steve Vai, and large bags of....party favors. We dive into what a showman Dave was, what a party animal Dave was and what might have become of Dave had he been born in different eras.

Mick's dry wit and attention to fun details makes this one of our most fun conversations in the four years of our podcast. Was Dave in real life like he was on MTV and those famous music videos? He was all that and then some! You're gonna love this story from Mick Wall!

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In this episode guitarist and founder Ed Kuepper talks about the early years of the Saints in Brisbane, Australia, and the making of their savage but soulful debut album (I’m) Stranded in 1976.

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