Classic rock talk with the Classic Rock Addict.

Step into the fire with The Classic Rock Addict as we dive deep into the rise and fall of The Doors. From the haunting poetry of Jim Morrison to the hypnotic organ of Ray Manzarek, this episode uncovers the chaos, brilliance, and tragedy behind one of rock’s most legendary bands. We’ll talk rare vinyl treasures, legendary concerts, Morrison’s notorious excesses, and the legacy that still burns bright today. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just discovering the magic, this journey through The Doors is one you won’t forget. Turn it up—the story is waiting.

ABOUT ME

Hey- I'm Mark Patrick, a self-professed Classic Rock addict. I grew up in the 70s, when some of the greatest rock music ever recorded, was on the radio… and at your local record store! I’ve built an extensive vinyl collection over the past few years of all the classic albums I remember…and I’ve discovered even more during my hundreds of hours digging through rock history. If you’re into record collecting, I’ll guide you to the must-haves for your collection, because, you  know, you can’t buy them all.  Or, if you're just into classic rock … I’ll share some of the very interesting stories behind the music. Are you ready to rock?!
Check out my Classic Rock record and memorabilia store at www.classicrockaddict.com

*DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for entertainment purposes. I do not claim to know everything about Classic Rock and this topic. There will be errors and omissions despite my best efforts to be perfect.

Classic rock talk by The Classic Rock Addict.

If you listened to rock in the 70s, you've probably heard of the English rock band UFO, formed in 1968. Some of their most-recognised songs include "Doctor Doctor", "Rock Bottom", "Natural Thing", "Lights Out", "Too Hot to Handle" and "Only You Can Rock Me". UFO is considered one of the great classic hard rock acts, and often cited as one of the key influences on the 1980s and 1990s hard rock and heavy metal scenes. 

Their more popular albums are "Phenomenon," "Force It," "No Heavy Petting" and "Lights Out." Though not as well known, "Obsession," released in 1978, rocks as hard, and I think even better, than those albums. I'll take you through each track of the album and also you'll learn some history about this great record that should be in your collection!

ABOUT ME

Hello- I'm Mark Patrick, a self-professed Classic Rock addict… I grew up in the 70s, when some of the greatest rock music ever recorded, was on the radio… and at your local record store! I’ve built an extensive vinyl collection over the past few years of all the classic albums I remember…and I’ve discovered even more during my hundreds of hours digging through rock history. If you’re into record collecting, I’ll guide you to the must-haves for your collection, because, you  know, you can’t buy them all.  Or, if you're just into classic rock … I’ll share some of the very interesting stories behind the music. Are you ready to rock?!
Check out my Classic Rock record and memorabilia store at www.classicrockaddict.com

*DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for entertainment purposes. I do not claim to know everything about Classic Rock and this topic. There will be errors and omissions despite my best efforts to be perfect.

Classic rock talk with The Classic Rock Addict.

At the Summer 2025 Orlando CD and Record Show, I sat down with several record collectors at the event to find out what their favorite record is and some of their best concert memories.

My conversation with retired musician Patrick Frost was wide ranging- a recording  with Eric Clapton and Greg Allan, his collection of 7,000 records, his "almost close encounter" with Frank Zappa, performing the Grand Funk song "Closer to Home" for veterans, performing with Tiny Tim, and hanging out with Paul Simon and Gloria Estefan! 

ABOUT ME

Hello- I'm Mark Patrick, a self-professed Classic Rock addict… I grew up in the 70s, when some of the greatest rock music ever recorded, was on the radio… and at your local record store! I’ve built an extensive vinyl collection over the past few years of all the classic albums I remember…and I’ve discovered even more during my hundreds of hours digging through rock history. If you’re into record collecting, I’ll guide you to the must-haves for your collection, because, you  know, you can’t buy them all.  Or, if you're just into classic rock … I’ll share some of the very interesting stories behind the music. Are you ready to rock?!
Check out my Classic Rock record and memorabilia store at www.classicrockaddict.com

Classic rock talk by The Classic Rock Addict.

At the recent Orlando CD and Record Show, I met Patrick Thorne, owner of Papa's Rock and Roll Parlor, who was selling records at the booth across from ours. Patrick specializes in heavy metal records, so for our fun interview he shared his love of everything metal, how he got started, and his surprising new favorite genre!

Check out Patrick's website at www.papasrockandrollparlor.com

ABOUT ME

Hello- I'm Mark Patrick, a self-professed Classic Rock addict… I grew up in the 70s, when some of the greatest rock music ever recorded, was on the radio… and at your local record store! I’ve built an extensive vinyl collection over the past few years of all the classic albums I remember…and I’ve discovered even more during my hundreds of hours digging through rock history. If you’re into record collecting, I’ll guide you to the must-haves for your collection, because, you  know, you can’t buy them all.  Or, if you're just into classic rock … I’ll share some of the very interesting stories behind the music. Are you ready to rock?!
Check out my Classic Rock record and memorabilia store at www.classicrockaddict.com

Classic rock talk by The Classic Rock Addict.

This episode was recorded on July 22, 2025- the day of Ozzy Osburne's death. I was preparing this podcast when I got the sad news. Black Sabbath with Ozzy was probably my #2 favorite band behind Led Zeppelin, so the news hit me pretty hard. I recorded the podcast with a heavy heart as, like Ozzy, I felt like the show must go on. 

This is just a brief history of the band- many books will be written. All the Black Sabbath music on this podcast was recorded from my vinyl collection. Enjoy!

ABOUT ME

Hello- I'm Mark Patrick, a self-professed Classic Rock addict… I grew up in the 70s, when some of the greatest rock music ever recorded, was on the radio… and at your local record store! I’ve built an extensive vinyl collection over the past few years of all the classic albums I remember…and I’ve discovered even more during my hundreds of hours digging through rock history. If you’re into record collecting, I’ll guide you to the must-haves for your collection, because, you  know, you can’t buy them all.  Or, if you're just into classic rock … I’ll share some of the very interesting stories behind the music. Are you ready to rock?!
Check out my Classic Rock record and memorabilia store at www.classicrockaddict.com

*DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for entertainment purposes. I do not claim to know everything about Classic Rock and this topic. There will be errors and omissions despite my best efforts to be perfect.

Classic rock talk by The Classic Rock Addict.

At the Summer 2025 Orlando CD and Record Show, I sat down with several record collectors at the event to find out what their favorite record is and some of their best concert memories.

Rob grew up in New York City in the 60-70s so he's got some great concert stories, and an amazing vinyl collection that he as kept all these years. If you want to know what Woodstock was like, hear what it was like for an 18-year-old to attend that historic music festival in 1969!

ABOUT ME

Hello- I'm Mark Patrick, a self-professed Classic Rock addict… I grew up in the 70s, when some of the greatest rock music ever recorded, was on the radio… and at your local record store! I’ve built an extensive vinyl collection over the past few years of all the classic albums I remember…and I’ve discovered even more during my hundreds of hours digging through rock history. If you’re into record collecting, I’ll guide you to the must-haves for your collection, because, you  know, you can’t buy them all.  Or, if you're just into classic rock … I’ll share some of the very interesting stories behind the music. Are you ready to rock?!
Check out my Classic Rock record and memorabilia store at www.classicrockaddict.com

Classic rock talk by The Classic Rock Addict.

What does it take to put on a record show? How do you get started? I sat down with Record Show Promoter Jeff Pearson at a recent show in Orlando to talk about that, and why records have gained in popularity over the last decade. His answer may surprise you!

ABOUT ME

Hello- I'm Mark Patrick, a self-professed Classic Rock addict… I grew up in the 70s, when some of the greatest rock music ever recorded, was on the radio… and at your local record store! I’ve built an extensive vinyl collection over the past few years of all the classic albums I remember…and I’ve discovered even more during my hundreds of hours digging through rock history. If you’re into record collecting, I’ll guide you to the must-haves for your collection, because, you  know, you can’t buy them all.  Or, if you're just into classic rock … I’ll share some of the very interesting stories behind the music. Are you ready to rock?!
Check out my Classic Rock record and memorabilia store at www.classicrockaddict.com

New to record collecting? Wanting to get started? Got an old collection and don't know what you have?

Here's some secrets I've learned during my 10 years of collecting that can help you get the best deals on the best records. Where's the best place to buy them? Should you buy a first press? Get the answers in this podcast!

ABOUT ME

Hello- I'm Mark Patrick, a self-professed Classic Rock addict… I grew up in the 70s, when some of the greatest rock music ever recorded, was on the radio… and at your local record store! I’ve built an extensive vinyl collection over the past few years of all the classic albums I remember…and I’ve discovered even more during my hundreds of hours digging through rock history. If you’re into record collecting, I’ll guide you to the must-haves for your collection, because, you  know, you can’t buy them all.  Or, if you're just into classic rock … I’ll share some of the very interesting stories behind the music. Are you ready to rock?!
Check out my Classic Rock record and memorabilia store at www.classicrockaddict.com

*DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for entertainment purposes. I do not claim to know everything about Classic Rock and this topic. There will be errors and omissions despite my best efforts to be perfect.

"Tres Hombres" is the third record by ZZ Top and a huge breakthrough album for them. Discover the background on this amazing recording, and hear a track-by-track review by Mark Patrick, The Classic Rock Addict.

ABOUT ME

Hey- I'm Mark Patrick, a self-professed Classic Rock addict… I grew up in the 70s, when some of the greatest rock music ever recorded, was on the radio… and at your local record store! I’ve built an extensive vinyl collection over the past few years of all the classic albums I remember…and I’ve discovered even more during my hundreds of hours digging through rock history. If you’re into record collecting, I’ll guide you to the must-haves for your collection, because, you  know, you can’t buy them all.  Or, if you're just into classic rock … I’ll share some of the very interesting stories behind the music. Are you ready to rock?!
Check out my Classic Rock record and memorabilia store at www.classicrockaddict.com

*DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for entertainment purposes. I do not claim to know everything about Classic Rock and this topic. There will be errors and omissions despite my best efforts to be perfect.

#1 on my list of top 10 records you should start or add to your Classic Rock record collection! Look back on my episode to see #10-2. Sunscribe for more record reviews and rock history.

I'm Mark Patrick, a self-professed Classic Rock addict… I grew up in the 70s, when some of the greatest rock music ever recorded, was on the radio… and at your local record store! I’ve built an extensive vinyl collection over the past few years of all the classic albums I remember…and I’ve discovered even more during my hundreds of hours digging through rock history. If you’re into record collecting, I’ll guide you to the must-haves for your collection, because, you  know, you can’t buy them all.  Or, if you're just into classic rock … I’ll share some of the very interesting stories behind the music. Are you ready to rock?!
Check out my Classic Rock record and memorabilia store at www.classicrockaddict.com