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June 01 LRRC EP874: Fender Lawsuit, Alex Van Halen, Playing By Ear, Kenny Arnoff
Fender Lawsuit Fallout, The Van Halen solution that Alex won’t hear, Beginning Playing By Ear (what Loudini did), Intro to improvising, Kenny Arnoff on his time with Mellencamp (george Greene, hurt so good vs eye of the tiger, turning down elton john, pressure to follow up with more hits, John Mellencamp was an asshole, the book of beats for scarecrow, learning new instruments for jubilee, JCM no drugs or alcohol), who sold more records DLR Van Halen or SH Van Halen, auditioning female singer
50 min
March 23LRRC EP873: Les Paul's "Trickery", Relying on Tablature, Should Bon Jovi & Guns 'n Roses hang it up?
THE MOST underrated guitarist of all time, Les Paul’s “trick”, Tony Burrows Ghost Singer, good vs bad playing and practicing advice, does relying on tablature hold you back in the long run? The push to get certain bands/artists quit performing live

Pittsburgh Kevin: stroker ace, podcasts with dumb hosts,

Film Corner: Grand Torino, The Fugitive. Black rain, Fury

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🎸 THIS WEEK IN ROCK: March 15–21
🔥 MARCH 15
🎵 Chart & Album Milestones
Cream – Goodbye hits UK #1 (1969)
Their final album—half live, half studio—goes to #1.
👉 Talking point: One of the earliest examples of a “farewell album” that actually delivered.
The Doobie Brothers – “Black Water” hits #1 (1975)
A laid-back, almost accidental hit (originally a B-side). (Boston's ROCK 92.9)
👉 Great discussion: how “throwaway tracks” sometimes become signature songs.
🏆 Rock Hall Moment
1999 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductions
Bruce Springsteen
Paul McCartney
Billy Joel
👉 Springsteen reunited with the E Street Band for the first time in years. (Boston's ROCK 92.9)
⚡ Controversy / Culture
Marilyn Manson injured onstage (1999)
Fell mid-show; concert cut short. (Wikipedia)
👉 “Rock danger” moment—ties into the unpredictability of live shows.
🔥 MARCH 16
📀 Industry Milestone
RIAA introduces the “Diamond” certification (1999)
👉 Albums selling 10 million+ now get special status. (Wikipedia)
💡 Podcast angle:
This changed how we measure “mega-success”—think:
Led Zeppelin
Pink Floyd
🍀 MARCH 17 (St. Patrick’s Day)
🎸 Cultural / Personal
Not a huge rock-release day historically, BUT:
👉 Perfect excuse to spotlight Irish rock:
U2
Thin Lizzy
The Cranberries
💡 Segment idea:
“Best Irish contributions to REAL rock”
🔥 MARCH 18
(Historically quieter day—good place to insert themed segment)
💡 Suggested segment:
“Greatest forgotten late-70s / early-80s album cuts”
or
“Best non-hit songs by famous bands”
🔥 MARCH 19
🎬 Rock + Film Moment
“Blackboard Jungle” premieres (1955)
Featuring:
Bill Haley & His Comets – “Rock Around the Clock” (Wikipedia)
👉 HUGE moment:
First major film to use rock music
Helped ignite rock’s mainstream explosion
💡 Talking point:
Rock didn’t just grow—it invaded culture
🔥 MARCH 20
(Another lighter historical day—good storytelling opportunity)
💡 Suggested segment:
“Craziest tour stories in rock history”
Tie into upcoming March 21 events (below)
🔥 MARCH 21
🎤 HISTORIC EVENT (BIG ONE)
Moondog Coronation Ball – First major rock concert (1952) (Wikipedia)
👉 Organized by:
Alan Freed
👉 What happened:
Massive overcrowding
Crowd broke in → show shut down
💡 Podcast gold:
The birth of live rock concerts
Chaos + youth culture explosion
🎸 Tour Kickoff
Alice Cooper – “Welcome to My Nightmare” tour begins (1975) (Wikipedia)
👉 One of the first:
Fully theatrical rock tours
Horror + stage production + storyline
🤘 Modern Rock Era
Marilyn Manson – “Rock Is Dead” tour launches (1999) (Wikipedia)
👉 Evolution of shock rock from:
Alice Cooper ➜ Manson
🎂 NOTABLE BIRTHDAYS (WEEK HIGHLIGHTS)
(Pull these into a segment)
March 15–21 includes various rock-related figures depending on year—good place to:
👉 Use ThisDayInMusic’s “Born On This Day” tool for current-year tie-ins (This Day In Music)
⚰️ NOTABLE DEATHS
This week is lighter historically for major classic rock deaths
👉 Opportunity: “Remembering legends lost this month”
1 hr 5 min
March 23LRRC EP872: Worst Band Names, AI WON'T kill music, Building Your Own Guitar is "Easy", Rock Brigade
i was today years old… the strange thing about pick ups(waylon McPherson)… def leppard not night ranger. The 5$ dumbbell (waylon McPherson), Apparently building your own boutique guitar aint no thang(phil knight warmouth starcaster build) rude guitar store staff, Dee & Sebastian, Worst Band Names of all time, Why AI ISN’T going to kill music (probably not film either)(Colt Capperrune) “Worst” band names of all time, I got a promotion

Kevin: crazy guitar guy, heartbreaker chibson

Film Corner: the man from u. n. c. l. e., point of no return

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This Week In Rock History:

Rock History This Week
March 8 – March 14
March 8
Key Stories
1974 – Queen release Queen II
The band’s second album showcased Freddie Mercury’s fantasy-themed songwriting and Brian May’s layered guitar orchestration. It later became a cult favorite among Queen fans.
https://www.thisdayinmusic.com/on-this-day-in-music-march-8/ (thisdayinmusic.com)
1994 – Soundgarden release Superunknown
Featuring “Black Hole Sun” and “Spoonman,” the album helped push grunge into the mainstream and went 6× platinum in the U.S..
https://wrif.com/2026/03/08/this-day-in-rock-history-march-8/ (wrif.com)
1965 – Bob Dylan releases “Subterranean Homesick Blues”
Dylan’s first Top-40 hit and one of his earliest electric recordings. The famous cue-card promotional film is often considered an early prototype of the modern music video.
https://www.thisdayinmusic.com/on-this-day-in-music-march-8/ (thisdayinmusic.com)
1968 – Cream perform at Winterland Ballroom in San Francisco
Recordings from these concerts later appeared on the classic double album “Wheels of Fire.”
https://www.thisdayinmusic.com/on-this-day-in-music-march-8/ (thisdayinmusic.com)
Deaths
1973 – Ron “Pigpen” McKernan (Grateful Dead) dies at 27 from liver failure.
Founding keyboardist and blues singer who shaped the early Dead sound.
https://www.thisdayinmusic.com/on-this-day-in-music-march-8/ (thisdayinmusic.com)
2016 – George Martin dies
Legendary Beatles producer often called “The Fifth Beatle.”
https://wrif.com/2026/03/08/this-day-in-rock-history-march-8/ (WRIF Rocks Detroit)
Other notable moment
1965 – David Bowie makes his first TV appearance performing with The Manish Boys.
https://www.thisdayinmusic.com/on-this-day-in-music-march-8/ (thisdayinmusic.com)
March 9
Album Releases
1971 – Alice Cooper releases Love It to Death
Breakthrough album featuring the hit “I’m Eighteen.”
https://www.939xindy.com/2025/03/09/today-in-rock-history-march-9/ (939xindy.com)
1987 – U2 releases The Joshua Tree
Featuring “With or Without You” and “Where the Streets Have No Name,” it became one of the most successful rock albums ever.
https://www.939xindy.com/2025/03/09/today-in-rock-history-march-9/ (939X Indy's Rock Station - WNDX-FM)
Chart story
1991 – The Clash score their only UK #1 single
“Should I Stay or Should I Go” tops the chart after being used in a Levi’s commercial.
https://www.939xindy.com/2025/03/09/today-in-rock-history-march-9/ (939X Indy's Rock Station - WNDX-FM)
Birthdays
John Cale – The Velvet Underground
Founding member and avant-garde composer.
https://www.939xindy.com/2025/03/09/today-in-rock-history-march-9/ (939X Indy's Rock Station - WNDX-FM)
March 10
Singles / recording events
1956 – “Blue Suede Shoes” by Carl Perkins enters the charts
One of the foundational songs of early rock and roll.
https://www.wwcfradio.org/today-in-rock-roll-history-march-10th/ (wwcfradio.org)
1964 – Simon & Garfunkel record the acoustic version of “The Sound of Silence.”
The song later becomes a massive hit after electric overdubs are added without their knowledge.
https://www.wwcfradio.org/today-in-rock-roll-history-march-10th/ (wwcf)
Album releases
1973 – Pink Floyd releases The Dark Side of the Moon
One of the most famous albums in rock history, spending over 700 weeks on the charts.
https://toptunetales.com/music-history-march-10/ (toptunetales.com)
2011 – Foo Fighters release Wasting Light
Recorded in Dave Grohl’s garage and widely praised for its raw rock sound.
https://toptunetales.com/music-history-march-10/ (TopTuneTales)
March 11
Album milestones
1978 – Meat Loaf’s Bat Out of Hell begins a legendary 416-week run on the UK charts.
It eventually sells over 40 million copies worldwide.
https://www.thisdayinmusic.com/on-this-day-in-music-march-11/ (thisdayinmusic.com)
1972 – Neil Young’s Harvest hits #1
Includes the classic single “Heart of Gold.”
https://www.thisdayinmusic.com/on-this-day-in-music-march-11/ (thisdayinmusic.com)
Rock history moment
1971 – Jim Morrison moves to Paris
The Doors singer relocates shortly before his death that July.
https://www.thisdayinmusic.com/on-this-day-in-music-march-11/ (thisdayinmusic.com)
Deaths
2016 – Keith Emerson (Emerson, Lake & Palmer) dies.
A pioneering progressive rock keyboardist.
https://www.thisdayinmusic.com/on-this-day-in-music-march-11/ (thisdayinmusic.com)
March 12
Iconic album release
1967 – The Velvet Underground & Nico released.
Now considered one of the most influential albums ever made despite poor initial sales.
https://musicdaily.com/music-history-for-march-7-13/ (musicdaily.com)
Other album releases
1980 – Billy Joel releases Glass Houses
1991 – R.E.M. releases Out of Time
1996 – KISS releases Kiss Unplugged featuring the original lineup reunion.
https://www.939xindy.com/2025/03/12/today-in-rock-history-march-12/ (939X Indy's Rock Station - WNDX-FM)
March 13
Punk rock history
2006 – Sex Pistols refuse to attend their Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction.
In a handwritten note they mock the institution, staying true to their anti-establishment image.
https://musicdaily.com/music-history-for-march-7-13/ (Music Daily)
Modern rock
2026 – Canadian punk band PUP release the live album Megacity Madness.
Recorded during their Toronto hometown shows celebrating their 2025 album.
https://pitchfork.com/news/pup-announce-live-album-documentary-and-zine (pitchfork.com)
March 14
(Fewer historically huge rock events, but a few notable ones you can use as shorter segments.)
1975 – Alice Cooper releases Welcome to My Nightmare
His first album after adopting the Alice Cooper name as a solo artist.
Various tour stories and live-performance milestones appear in rock press this week each year.
Quick “Deep-Cut” Podcast Segment Ideas
These are good filler topics listeners love:
The same week in 1994 saw Superunknown and The Downward Spiral both arrive in stores — a major moment for 90s rock.
Cream’s Winterland recordings becoming part of Wheels of Fire.
The Clash scoring a #1 thanks to a jeans commercial decades after the song came out.
Jim Morrison’s final months in Paris.
The Velvet Underground album that initially flopped but changed music history.
💡 If you'd like, I can also:
Turn this into a tight podcast script outline (10–15 minutes)
Add 10–15 more deep-cut events that most “This Day in Rock” lists miss
Or organize it into segments like “Album of the Week,” “Rock Birthdays,” “On the Road,” etc. for smoother flow in your show.
1 hr 5 min
March 23LRRC EP871: RUSH Remixed, Bernie Marsden, Audiation, Practice Habits
Honey Bee Riff. Distant Early Warning w/ Terry Brown, Bernie Marsden, (begining)Audiation, Practice Habits and Routines, pinky power, Goldtop is sold, out of spectrum

Pittsburgh Kevin:

Film Corner: Eyes wide Shut Theory, Robert Duvall R.I.P. Monolith

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🎙️ Week in Rock — Feb 15 – 21 (Historical & Fun Music Events)
📅 February 15
Historic Moments
The Beatles single “Eight Days a Week” was released (noted rock history event). (Classic Rock Forum)
KNAC 105.5 FM legendary metal/rock station in LA signs off; Metallica plays last song “Fade to Black”. (Classics Du Jour)
Birthdays
Ronnie Vannucci Jr. (The Killers drummer). (This Day In Music)
Brandon Boyd (Incubus vocalist). (This Day In Music)
Notable Deaths / Music Events
Nat King Cole died (not rock, but major music cultural impact). (AP News)
🔗 More Feb 15 Music History
👉 https://www.thisdayinmusic.com/on-this-day-in-music-february-15/ (This Day In Music)
📅 February 16
Historic Releases
Fleetwood Mac — Rumours (1977), one of the best-selling rock albums ever released on this day (classic rock staple). (TopTuneTales)
Rock Birthdays
Taylor Hawkins (Foo Fighters drummer; b. 1972). (Wikipedia)
Ice-T (Body Count/rap-metal link). (The Eagle 106.9/107.5)
This Week’s Contemporary Rock Picks
Classic Rock’s Tracks of the Week (new rock singles spotlight). (Louder)
🔗 More Feb 16 Music History
👉 https://www.thisdayinmusic.com/on-this-day-in-music-february-16/ (TopTuneTales)
📅 February 17
Historic Rock Moments
AC/DC released High Voltage (debut album originally in Australia). (Classics Du Jour)
Elvis Presley earns his first Gold record — early rock icon milestone. (This Day In Music)
Birthdays
Billie Joe Armstrong (Green Day frontman). (Classics Du Jour)
Rickey Medlocke (Blackfoot/Lynyrd Skynyrd). (Classics Du Jour)
Rock Remembrances
Bob Casale (Devo) died on Feb 17 (classic rock/alternative influence). (Classics Du Jour)
🔗 More Feb 17 Music History
👉 https://www.thisdayinmusic.com/on-this-day-in-music-february-17/ (This Day In Music)
📅 February 18
Historic Releases / Band Moments
Kiss released their self-titled debut album (1974). (Classics Du Jour)
Bachman-Turner Overdrive — band evolution / birthdays. (Classics Du Jour)
Birthdays
Dennis DeYoung (Styx). (Classics Du Jour)
Robbie Bachman (BTO, d. 2023). (Classics Du Jour)
Rock History Note
Pink Floyd’s David Gilmour officially joins the band in Feb 1968 (transition to classic era). (Wikipedia)
🔗 More Feb 18 Music History
👉 https://www.thisdayinmusic.com/on-this-day-in-music-february-18/ (Classics Du Jour)
📅 February 19
Rock History Highlights
AC/DC singer Bon Scott died (1980). (92KQRS.com | KQRS-FM)
Ozzy Osbourne arrested for urinating on The Alamo — classic metal lore moment. (Classics Du Jour)
Stevie Wonder’s “Songs in the Key of Life” wins Grammy Album of the Year — major music event (cross-genre rock influence). (classicbands.com)
Notable Birthdays
Tony Iommi (Black Sabbath guitarist). (The Eagle 106.9/107.5)
Smokey Robinson (songwriting influence on early rock). (The Eagle 106.9/107.5)
Live & Tour News
Danish band Michael Learns To Rock performed in India (Feb 19, 2026) — nostalgia for rock-pop era. (The Times of India)
🔗 More Classic Bands History for Feb 19
👉 https://www.classicbands.com/day/february%2019.html (classicbands.com)
📅 February 20
Legendary Moments
Jimi Hendrix made his stage debut at age 16 (1959). (This Day In Music)
Birthdays
Kurt Cobain (Nirvana) — reshaped modern rock/alternative. (The Eagle 106.9/107.5)
Cindy Wilson (The B-52’s). (The Eagle 106.9/107.5)
🔗 More Feb 20 Music History
👉 https://www.thisdayinmusic.com/on-this-day-in-music-february-20/ (This Day In Music)
📅 February 21
Rock History
Led Zeppelin released the single “Rock and Roll/Four Sticks” (1972). (Needles & Grooves)
Birthdays
Jerry Harrison (Talking Heads/New Wave influence). (The Eagle 106.9/107.5)
Fun / Rock Culture Note
ClassicBands lists Jerry Lee Lewis’ early rock life event (marriage) on Feb 21. (classicbands.com)
🔗 More Feb 21 Music History
👉 https://www.thisdayinmusic.com/on-this-day-in-music-february-21/ (This Day In Music)
🎛️ Bonus Modern Rock & New Releases (Feb 16 Playlist Inspiration)
Check out Classic Rock’s Tracks of the Week for new singles and modern rock releases curated for Feb 16 – including blues rock, heavy psych, and energizing new tracks. (Louder)
📌 Sources for Deep Dives
🧠 This Day In Music (dates/events):
• Feb 15 👉 https://www.thisdayinmusic.com/on-this-day-in-music-february-15/ (This Day In Music)
• Feb 16 👉 https://www.thisdayinmusic.com/on-this-day-in-music-february-16/ (TopTuneTales)
• Feb 17 👉 https://www.thisdayinmusic.com/on-this-day-in-music-february-17/ (This Day In Music)
• Feb 18 👉 https://www.thisdayinmusic.com/on-this-day-in-music-february-18/ (Classics Du Jour)
• Feb 20 👉 https://www.thisdayinmusic.com/on-this-day-in-music-february-20/ (This Day In Music)
• Feb 21 👉 https://www.thisdayinmusic.com/on-this-day-in-music-february-21/ (This Day In Music)
1 hr 15 min
March 23LRRC EP870; Dweezil Zappa, The Modes, Badcat Pure Path, Playing The Changes
What are the modes? What you need to know and what you don't, what does it mean to “play the changes” 2 pieces of gear that caught my attention: badcat purepath, blackstar artist FR, Dweeliz's Magnatone review

Pittsburgh Kevin: Bob Mayo (peter frampton),

Film Corner: 12 Angry Men (1957), Monster (2003), Son In Law (1993),

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📅 FEBRUARY 7 — MONDAY
🎸 Rock Events & History
1970 – Led Zeppelin lands their first UK No.1 album with Led Zeppelin II, a milestone in heavy blues-rock history. Led Zeppelin II hits No.1 and band history (February 7)
The Who record “Pinball Wizard” at Morgan Studios — a live staple and rock opera highlight. (This Day In Music)
Radio & culture notes: Little Richard records “Long Tall Sally” (1956) and The Beatles arrive in the US for their first American tour (1964) — two icons of early rock history. (classicbands.com)
Deaths/Tones: Foghat/Foghat frontman David “Lonesome Dave” Peverett dies (2000). (SoundOD)
🎤 Birthdays
David Bryan (keyboardist of Bon Jovi) and Garth Brooks are born on this date (1962). (This Day In Music)
📅 FEBRUARY 8 — TUESDAY
(No major rock births or deaths widely noted on major music history sites, but February 8 is part of the week’s context.)
Kenney Jones performs his last show as The Who drummer at a Lifetime Achievement event — a rock history note from 1988. (Wikipedia)
📅 FEBRUARY 9 — WEDNESDAY
📺 TV Appearances
1964 – The Beatles perform on The Ed Sullivan Show for the first time, a watershed moment in rock television history with estimated ~73 million viewers. Beatles Ed Sullivan debut (Feb 9)
🪩 Release & Recording Events
The Beatles at The Cavern Club (1961) — they appear under that name for the first time. (Wikipedia)
🎤 Other Rock Moments
1974 – Iggy & The Stooges play what was thought to be their last pre-reunion show at the Michigan Palace in Detroit. (105.7 WROR)
🎧 Modern Rock Picks (new releases/airplay)
Classic Rock’s Tracks of the Week highlights new tracks (Feb 9, 2026) — including The Black Keys, Triggerfinger, and Suzi Quatro. Classic Rock Tracks of the Week Feb 9, 2026
📅 FEBRUARY 10 — THURSDAY
🎙️ Iconic Album Releases
1971 – Tapestry by Carole King — massively influential singer-songwriter album with rock/pop crossover impact. Carole King Tapestry release (Feb 10)
1978 – Van Halen by Van Halen — debut album that redefined hard rock guitar dynamics. Van Halen debut album history (Feb 10)
🎤 Birthdays & Rock Moments
Cliff Burton (Metallica bassist) born on February 10 — a defining metal figure. (This Day In Music)
📅 FEBRUARY 11 — FRIDAY
🎙️ Studio & Live History
1963 – The Beatles record parts of Please Please Me at Abbey Road — an early rock staple. Beatles studio session history (Feb 11)
1964 – The Beatles play their first US concert at Washington Coliseum. (classicbands.com)
🎸 Rock Drama
1992 – Mötley Crüe famously fires Vince Neil — a notable lineup change in rock lore. (100.7 WZLX)
📅 FEBRUARY 12 — SATURDAY
There were no major rock births or deaths widely documented for Feb 12 on ThisDayInMusic.com, but this is also part of your weekly context.
Bonus: Red Hot Chili Peppers’ CBGB shows or Smashing Pumpkins early club performances are noted in some fan callbacks — good for show anecdotes. (Reddit)
📅 FEBRUARY 13 — SUNDAY
🎸 Albums & Releases
1970 – Black Sabbath release their self-titled debut album — widely regarded as the birth of heavy metal. Black Sabbath debut album release (Feb 13)
🎤 Music Business Impact
1960 – Frank Sinatra launches Reprise Records — later home to many rock acts including Hendrix, The Kinks, and The Beach Boys. (95.7 BEN FM)
📅 FEBRUARY 14 — SATURDAY
🎸 Rock Chart History
1987 – Bon Jovi’s “Livin’ on a Prayer” hits #1 on Billboard’s Mainstream Rock chart and later the Hot 100 — a huge classic rock anthem. (WGNI-FM)
🎵 Recording Milestones
1965 & 1967 – Otis Redding records and Aretha Franklin covers “Respect” — both rock and soul classics with huge crossover influence. Aretha Franklin records “Respect” (Feb 14)
1970 – The Who record Live at Leeds on this date — considered one of the best live rock albums ever. (Wikipedia)
1 hr 1 min
March 23LRRC EP869: Elvin Bishop, Neil Geraldo, Blackstar Amps, more NAMM
Jesse’s Girl Solo, Adapting Rolling In The Deep, cheating the Fooled Around and Fell In Love Solo, more NAMM gear that actually looks cool (blackstar Artist FR, Bad Pure Path), getting a “good” Fender or Gibson, The Basement

Feature: Guess Who Sang/Played On This Song?

Pittsburgh Kevin:

Film Corner: Megan, The French Connection,

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🎸 January 31 – Rock History Highlights
Album release
Roy Orbison – Mystery Girl (posthumous studio album; includes hits like “You Got It” and “She’s a Mystery To Me”) was released on January 31, 1989. (Wikipedia)
🔗 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mystery_Girl
Notable birthdays (rock/rock-related)
Johnny Rotten (Sex Pistols frontman) – Jan 31, 1956 – influential punk rocker. (This Day In Music)
Jeff Hanneman (Slayer guitarist) – Jan 31, 1964 – thrash metal pioneer. (This Day In Music)
Phil Manzanera (Roxy Music guitarist) – Jan 31, 1947 – art rock innovator. (This Day In Music)
Terry Kath (Chicago guitarist/vocalist) – (associated with this date) died in 1978; his influence on jazz-rock/pop is significant. (This Day In Music)
Other music events
The Jackson 5 hit #1 on Billboard with “I Want You Back” (1970), a pop/rock/R&B crossover moment. (This Day In Music)
Blondie’s “The Tide Is High” topped charts in 1981, spotlighting new wave’s impact on rock radio. (This Day In Music)
📌 Why this matters for classic rock fans: Orbison’s Mystery Girl represents the late-’80s resurgence of a rock pioneer and his influence on songwriters across genres.
🎶 February 1 – Rock Milestones
Album/Hit milestones
Alice Cooper – Billion Dollar Babies was released in 1973 and became his only U.S. #1 album featuring rock staples like “No More Mr. Nice Guy.” (92KQRS.com | KQRS-FM)
The Replacements – Don’t Tell a Soul (1989) bridged underground rock and mainstream airplay. (92KQRS.com | KQRS-FM)
Neil Young recorded Harvey in 1972 — his best-selling album with “Heart of Gold” — marking a peak in country-rock fusion. (92KQRS.com | KQRS-FM)
Birthdays
Tomoyasu Hotei (Japanese rock guitarist) – Feb 1, 1962. (Wikipedia)
📅 February 2 – Rock History
Historic shows & milestones
The Beatles played their first professional gig outside Liverpool at The Oasis Club (1962). (This Day In Music)
Sid Vicious (Sex Pistols bassist, key punk rock figure) died from an overdose on Feb 2, 1979. (This Day In Music)
Births
Graham Nash (The Hollies; Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young) – Feb 2, 1942. (This Day In Music)
Ross Valory (Journey bassist) – Feb 2, 1949. (This Day In Music)
💀 February 3 – The Day the Music Died (1959)
Tragedy & Legacy
Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and The Big Bopper died in a plane crash following their Winter Dance Party tour. This event, later memorialized in Don McLean’s “American Pie,” is a foundational moment in rock history. (People.com)
🔗 https://people.com/what-really-happened-on-the-day-the-music-died-11898397
Births
Lee Ranaldo (Sonic Youth) – Feb 3, 1956; influential in alternative rock. (Harmony Central)
Arthur Kane (New York Dolls) – Feb 3, 1949; early punk rock progenitor. (Harmony Central)
Story idea for your show: You can connect the anniversary to how that crash reshaped rock’s evolution, influencing later artists in punk, alternative, and even mainstream rock.
🎸 February 4 – Album Love
Classic and modern rock releases that share this date:
Fleetwood Mac – Rumours (1977) — one of the best-selling rock albums of all time. (Reddit)
Ramones – End of the Century (1980) — major punk/rock crossover LP. (Reddit)
Queen – Innuendo (1991) — classic rock band at their late-era peak. (Reddit)
🎤 February 5 – Birthdays & Legends
Birthdays
Axl Rose (Guns N’ Roses frontman) – Feb 6, 1962. (Wikipedia)
📌 Axl’s birthday is one of the most eagerly celebrated rock birthdays each year — great for social media or fan engagement bits.
🎵 February 7 – Rock History & Birthdays
Chart & Album Milestones
Led Zeppelin II hit UK #1 on Feb 7, 1970 — one of the most influential heavy blues-rock albums ever. (This Day In Music)
Important historical events
The Who recorded Pinball Wizard (1969) — a rock opera staple. (classicbands.com)
Little Richard recorded Long Tall Sally (1956), later becoming a rock ’n’ roll classic and huge influence on the Beatles and others. (classicbands.com)
Birthdays
David Bryan (Bon Jovi keyboardist) – Feb 7, 1962. (This Day In Music)
Garth Brooks – Feb 7, 1962 (more country than rock, but crossover appeal and influence worth noting). (This Day In Music)
Memorial events
Buddy Holly & Ritchie Valens were buried on this date in 1959, with large public ceremonies marking “The Day the Music Died.” (top5000-rocketman5000.blogspot.com)
📌 Show Notes & Podcast Story Ideas
Based on the above dates you could include segments like these:
“Mystery Girl & The Last Great Roy Orbison Album” — discuss the album’s impact and collaborators like Tom Petty, Jeff Lynne, Bono & The Edge. (Wikipedia)
“The Day the Music Died, Part II” — explore the larger cultural impact of the Feb 3, 1959 crash and its echoes in rock storytelling. (People.com)
“Led Zeppelin’s First UK Number 1” — unpack how Led Zeppelin II influenced hard rock/heavy metal. (This Day In Music)
“Birthdays Rock!” — spotlight Axl Rose, David Bryan, Johnny Rotten, and others with short clips/tributes. (This Day In Music)
54 min
February 01 LRRC EP868; Chris Buck, Neur DSP, Epiphone, Joey Landreth Dirt Box, Bending in Tune, Teaching Barre Chords
On this week's podcast... Bending in tune, how to learn/teach barre chords, a different use for barre chords, Martin Miller

NAMM 2026, 10 Highlights: Neural DSP, Laney Billy Corgan, Chris Buck Yamaha Revstar, Epiphone "inspired by Gibson” series, Revv Dirt Dog Joey Landreth drive, Gator x Vertex, Dunlop Iron Maiden Wah

Pittsburgh Kevin: Lionel Richie and Richard marx,Talk Box not triple pick up Les Paul, Norm’s Rare Guitars sold Carters

Film Corner: Age of Disclosure, Kidnapped Elizabeth Smart, Sling Blade, Catherine O’Hare,
1 hr 24 min
January 22 LRRC EP867: Quirky Bands, Bending In Tune, The "Right" Way to Hold The Pick, Brian Adams, Journey
On This Week's Podcast: is there a “right” way to hold the pick? Bending in tune (your audience will thank you!), my metronome journey (so far), famous guitarists that don’t deserve it!

Featured Topic: The birth of quirk! The Quirkiest bands/artists from the 70’s 80’s and 90’s
Lou Reed
Devo
Captain Beefhart
Funkadelic
REM (80s)
King Crimson (80s Era)
Weezer
Klaus Nomi
Robert Hazard
Howard Jones
Oingo Boingo
Primus
Dead Kennedys
They Might Be Giants
Moxie Fruvous
Roger Miller
Daniel Johnston

Lily: michael winslow, Toto, Brian Adams, Journey,

Film Corner: Prince of Egypt, Harlem Nights, Wicked for Good, land man, high potential, the gilded age, the new frazier,
1 hr 15 min
January 17LRRC EP866: The Triumphant Return of Triumph!
🚨 Big News: Triumph Is Back
Canadian classic-rock legends Triumph have announced their first full North American tour in over 30 years — celebrating the band’s 50th anniversary. (Live Nation Newsroom)

The trek is called the “Triumph 50th Anniversary Tour” and is produced by Live Nation. (Live Nation Newsroom)

This marks a historic reunion of the trio — Rik Emmett (guitar/vocals), Gil Moore (drums/vocals), and Mike Levine (bass/keyboards) — back on the road together. (BLABBERMOUTH.NET)

👉 Official tour info and dates: https://www.triumphmusic.com/ (Tour dates section) (Triumph Music)
👥 Expanded Touring Lineup
The classic lineup will be joined by:
Phil X — Guitarist (known from Bon Jovi; previously filled in with Triumph) (Loudwire)

Brent Fitz — Drummer/keyboardist (Slash Featuring Myles Kennedy & The Conspirators) (Loudwire)

Todd Kerns — Bassist (Slash Featuring Myles Kennedy & The Conspirators) (Loudwire)

This results in a six-piece live band bringing added power and depth to the reunion shows. (Loudwire)

📆 2026 Triumph 50th Anniversary Tour Dates
Canada
Apr 22 — Sault Ste. Marie, ON @ GFL Memorial Gardens

Apr 24 — Toronto, ON @ Scotiabank Arena

Apr 25 — Hamilton, ON @ TD Coliseum

Apr 28 — Halifax, NS @ Scotiabank Centre

Apr 29 — Moncton, NB @ Avenir Centre

May 1 — Laval, QC @ Place Bell (Montreal)

May 2 — Ottawa, ON @ Canadian Tire Centre

May 5 — Winnipeg, MB @ Canada Life Centre

May 7 — Edmonton, AB @ Rogers Place

May 8 — Calgary, AB @ Scotiabank Saddledome (RTTNews)

United States
May 13 — Rosemont, IL @ Rosemont Theatre (Chicago)

May 14 — Milwaukee, WI @ Miller High Life Theatre

May 16 — Kansas City, MO @ Starlight Theatre

May 17 — St. Louis, MO @ Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre

May 20 — Irving, TX @ The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory (Dallas)

May 21 — San Antonio, TX @ Frost Bank Center

May 22 — Houston, TX @ Smart Financial Center at Sugar Land

May 24 — Tampa, FL @ MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre

May 26 — Atlanta, GA @ Synovus Bank Amphitheater at Chastain Park

May 28 — Camden, NJ @ Freedom Mortgage Pavilion (Philadelphia)

May 30 — Sterling Heights, MI @ Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre at Freedom Hill (Detroit)

Jun 3 — Darien Center, NY @ Darien Lake Amphitheater

Jun 5 — Wantagh, NY @ Northwell at Jones Beach Theater (New York)

Jun 6 — Boston, MA @ Leader Bank Pavilion (RTTNews)

📍 That’s 10 Canadian shows + 14 U.S. stops between April and June 2026. (Live Nation Newsroom)
🎟 Tickets + Sales Info
General on-sale: Tickets went on sale Dec 12, 2025 (with presales earlier in the week). (Live Nation Newsroom)

Produced by Live Nation (so tickets are available via LiveNation.com and associated partners like Ticketmaster). (Live Nation Newsroom)

🔥 Background + Reunion Context
The tour celebrates 50 years of Triumph, a band known for arena-rock hits like Lay It On the Line, Magic Power, and Fight the Good Fight. (Classic Rock 93.9)

2025 was a big year for the band’s legacy — including:
A tribute album, Magic Power: All-Star Tribute to Triumph (featuring artists like Slash, Sebastian Bach, Nancy Wilson, and more). (Noise11.com)

Triumph was inducted into the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame — cementing their influence. (BLABBERMOUTH.NET)

🌐 Helpful Links
🎸 Triumph Official Tour Info: https://www.triumphmusic.com/ (Triumph Music)

📣 Live Nation Announcement: https://newsroom.livenation.com/news/triumph-announces-first-tour-in-30-years-with-50th-anniversary-north-american-tour (Live Nation Newsroom)

🗓 Tour Dates & Details: https://www.rttnews.com/3603593/triumph-announce-2026-reunion-tour.aspx (RTTNews)

🧠 Key Triumph Albums & Discography Highlights
Studio Albums
Triumph (1976)

Rock & Roll Machine (1977)

Just a Game (1979)

Progressions of Power (1980)

Allied Forces (1981) — certified platinum and one of their most beloved releases.

Never Surrender (1982)

Thunder Seven (1984)

The Sport of Kings (1986)

Surveillance (1987)

Edge of Excess (1992)

Notable Songs / Fan Favorites
“Lay It on the Line”

“Magic Power”

“Fight the Good Fight”

“Allied Forces”

“World of Fantasy”

Triumph has also released multiple live albums and compilations, with their music remaining staples on classic rock radio and streaming playlists.
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You want to get on stage? NEVER DO THIS!, You should own at least one “vintage” guitar, one of the fastest ways to improve your skills as a guitarist

Kevin: spinal tap moment, neal schon NS6 guitar

Film Corner: Don’t Come Upstairs, Hot Fuzz, Hunt For Red October
1 hr 8 min
January 10 LRRC EP865: Brian Jones, Mick Taylor, Wayne Perkins, KT Tungstall, Bo Diddley, Learning The fret board, Soloing "on the spot"
This Week's Show: how to come up with a solo “on the spot”, learning the fret board… some simple tips, left hand faster than right hand, weak pinky, the stones struggle to find their soul brother after Brian Jones, KT Tungstall and the bo diddley beat, my show at Moondogs

Pittsburgh Kevin: so bad it’s good, alex van halen and steve lukather

Film Corner: The Burbs
1 hr 9 min

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