My Rock Moment celebrates the golden era of rock music – the 60s, 70s and 80s. Hosted by Amanda Morck—a native Angeleno, longtime Sunset Strip resident, and adjunct instructor of California rock history—the show delves into the personal stories and pivotal experiences that have shaped the world of rock ’n’ roll.
Each episode features in-depth interviews with Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees, Grammy-winning producers, renowned music journalists, photographers, DJs, managers, authors, and award-winning directors. They share unforgettable stories about the moments that sparked their love for music, launched lifelong careers, and helped shape rock history.
The podcast offers a nostalgic journey through rock’s most influential decades, providing both historical context and personal anecdotes that bring the music to life.
My Rock Moment is a proud member of Pantheon Podcasts, the first of its kind, all music-based podcast network.
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"SMiLE: The Rise, Fall & Resurrection of Brian Wilson" with Writer and Director David Leaf
In this episode of My Rock Moment, we’re diving deep into one of rock and roll’s most legendary what-could-have-beens… and what-finally-was.
Back in 1966, fresh off the groundbreaking success of Pet Sounds, Brian Wilson set out to create his magnum opus: Smile. With poet and lyricist Van Dyke Parks at his side, the project promised to be a revolutionary leap forward—a kaleidoscopic, avant-garde album that would redefine what pop music could be. But as recording progressed, the pressure from within the band, the label, and Brian’s own mental health struggles led to the album’s unraveling. The sessions were shelved, and Smile became one of music history’s greatest mysteries—a “lost” album that haunted fans, scholars, and Brian himself for decades.
That is, until the early 2000s, when Smile finally got its moment in the sun. Reimagined and completed by Brian Wilson and Van Dyke Parks nearly 40 years later, the album was not only resurrected—it was performed live, recorded, and finally released, closing the loop on one of rock’s most mythical stories.
Joining us to unpack it all is David Leaf—acclaimed writer, director, producer, and longtime friend of Brian Wilson. David has chronicled Brian’s life and legacy for decades, and in his new book, SMiLE: The Rise, Fall and Resurrection of Brian Wilson, he brings fresh insight into Smile's rise, fall, and miraculous comeback.
A little about David: https://www.leafprod.com
Get your copy of SMiLE: The Rise, Fall and Resurrection of Brian Wilson
Songs in this episode:
Good Vibrations - The Beach Boys
Roll Plymouth Rock - The Beach Boys
Surf's Up - The Beach Boys
Cabin Essence - The Beach Boys
Heroes and Villains - Brian Wilson
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Rock Biographer Jude Warne & "Lowdown: The Music of Boz Scaggs"
Jude Warne is a rock biographer and music columnist. Jude joined the show a few years back to discuss her book America the Band - An Authorized Biography - an episode I highly recommend. Now she’s back with a new book, Lowdown: The Music of Boz Scaggs.
If you're a Boz Scaggs fan—or just someone who appreciates a deep dive into music history—Jude Warne's book is a must-read. It's a comprehensive exploration of Scaggs's six-decade career, offering insights into his musical evolution from blues roots to pop stardom.
Warne delves into Scaggs's collaborations with artists like the Steve Miller Band and the session musicians who would form Toto, providing insight into the artistry behind albums such as Silk Degrees and Middle Man. In this episode, we discuss Skagg’s discography and these collaborations that have shaped his enduring musical legacy.
Find out more about Jude:
https://judewarne.com
Listen to Jude's My Rock Moment episode on America the Band:
Playlist from this episode:
1. "Lowdown" Boz Scaggs
2. “Steppin’ Stone” the Steve Miller Band - start at 10 seconds
3. “Rosanna” Toto
4. “Lido Shuffle” Boz Skaggs
5. “Breakdown Dead Ahead” Boz Scaggs
6. “I Will Forever Sing the Blues” Boz Scaggs
7. “Georgia” Boz Skaggs
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Shep Gordon: An Interview with the Supermensch
Shep Gordon, the legendary talent manager, producer, and author, joins My Rock Moment from his home in Maui. He shares captivating stories from his 50-plus-year career in the music industry—a journey that began unexpectedly when he took a wrong turn in Los Angeles traffic. We delve into how he masterminded the rise of Shock Rock, the ingenious marketing strategies that propelled Alice Cooper to fame, Alice’s memorable cameo in Wayne’s World that had audiences nationwide exclaiming “we’re not worthy!”, and the challenges that accompany stardom. Janis Joplin, Jimi Hendrix, Raquel Welch, and Derek Taylor also make appearances in our conversation!
Shep's remarkable knack for discovering and fostering talent across various fields has earned him the moniker "Supermensch" in showbiz—a title immortalized in the 2013 documentary directed by Mike Myers and used in Shep’s subsequent book, They Call Me Supermensch: A Backstage Pass to the Amazing Worlds of Film, Food, and Rock'n'Roll.
So, plug in, turn up the volume, and join us as we unravel the stories, strategies, and sheer serendipity that define the legend of Shep Gordon.
For all things Shep Gordon, including information on his book and documentary, visit his website: https://www.shepgordon.com
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Photographer and Filmmaker Lisa Law
Lisa Law’s still, movie and video images have chronicled decades of social and cultural changes in America. And her film, ‘Flashing On The Sixties,’ was described by actor-director Dennis Hopper as “the most compelling, moving documentary of the Sixties”.
In 1966, Lisa and her husband resided in the renowned "Castle" in Los Feliz, Los Angeles, a hub that welcomed numerous prominent musicians, including Bob Dylan. She shares stories from Dylan's stay and offers her perspective on the recent film, A Complete Unknown.
Lisa was also part of the Hog Farm commune, and they were tasked with keeping the peace at Woodstock ‘69. Yet, her efforts at the festival were integral to its success - from managing the trip tents to mobilizing members of the Hog Farm and other festival goers so that they were able to feed over 200,000 people! She also played a role in the organization of Woodstock '99, and was featured in the recent Netflix documentary, "Trainwreck: Woodstock '99." In our discussion, we explore the stark contrasts between the two festivals and how insights from '69 might have prevented the latter's challenges.
Lisa was there for all the seminal pop culture moments of the 1960s, capturing them with her beautiful photos. And she’s one of the very few people that can say she’s been to all 3 Woodstock festivals!
For more information on Lisa, her photos, as well as her book and film of the same name, 'Flashing on the Sixties,' take a look at her website:
https://www.flashingonthesixties.com
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David Wild - Grammy Writer & Former Rolling Stone Contributing Editor
Ringo Starr once said, “He's David Wild - he knows everyone.” David is a writer, producer and journalist. He had a decades-long career at Rolling Stone Magazine as a contributing editor, he writes for the Grammys, and maybe you’ve heard his podcast Naked Lunch with co-host Phil Rosenthal of Everybody Loves Raymond and Somebody Feed Phil. In this episode, David will share memorable moments with Paul and Linda McCartney and a life-changing piece of advice Linda offered him, which profoundly impacted his personal life. He'll talk about moving to LA in the early 90s while working for Rolling Stone Magazine and taking up temporary residency and the famed rock hotel, the Sunset Marquis. He'll share unforgettable Grammy moments, why Axl Rose wanted his astrological sign and how Boston is responsible for grunge music.
Find out more about David Wild:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildaboutmusicdavid
Naked Lunch:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/naked-lunch/id1620018481
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7C5SyM9P4ZBGtcXnMpsPYFIPD7DneRdl
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Topanga Canyon Playlist with Emmeline Summerton of Instagram's Lost Canyons LA
The Canyons have long called to the bohemians and artists of Los Angeles. While Laurel Canyon is renowned for its role as a hub of rock history in the 1960s and '70s, Topanga Canyon has its own rich tapestry of stories. In this episode of My Rock Moment, we welcome Emmeline Summerton from the Instagram account Lost Canyons LA, a historian of the LA Canyons and former writer for the New Topanga Times. Together, we explore Topanga's iconic rock legends and the songs inspired by this enchanting area.
Was there truly a roadhouse that sparked Jim Morrison’s lyrics in “Roadhouse Blues”? Did a fateful house party in Topanga Canyon contribute to the breakup of one of the most successful bands of the late '60s? Which famous Topanga musician got his start with Frank Zappa’s Mothers of Invention before forming his own band? And did Ronald Reagan’s daughter really co-write a classic Eagles song?
In light of the recent devastating fires, this episode pays tribute to the unique beauty of Topanga Canyon, nestled in the Santa Monica Mountains. Despite the challenges, this iconic area endures, and My Rock Moment is proud to celebrate its lasting rock ’n’ roll legacy.
Playlist:
- “Ain’t That A Lot of Love’ Taj Mahal
- “Mr. Soul” Buffalo Springfield
- “Going Up The Country” Canned Heat
- “Roadhouse Blues” The Doors
- “I Wasn’t Born to Follow” The Byrds
- “Willin” Little Feat - Linda Ronstadt cover
- “Already Gone” Eagles
- “From Boulder to Birmingham” Emmylou Harris
- “On the Way Home” Buffalo Springfield
- “Long May You Run” CSNY
You can find Emmeline Summerton at @lostcanyonsla on Instagram. And follow My Rock Moment at @la_woman_rocks
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Chris O'Dell, Author and Tour Manager
Chris O'Dell has led a fascinating life; one that planted her firmly in rock royalty's inner circle in the 60s and 70s. Befriending Derek Taylor in LA, she soon found herself working for the Beatles' Apple Corps in London. While there she was present for the recording of The White Album, Abbey Road, Let it Be, and sang in the Hey Jude chorus. She sat on the rooftop while the Beatles played their last live performance in January of 1969 and even lived with George Harrison and Pattie Boyd at Friar Park.
She went on to be one of the first - if not, THE first - female tour managers, working with the likes of George Harrison, The Rolling Stones, and Bob Dylan on his 'Rolling Thunder Revue' tour. She inspired George Harrison to pen the song, "Miss O’Dell,” she's the subject of Leon Russell’s “Pisces Apple Lady” and “Hummingbird," she is the “woman down the hall,” in the Joni Mitchell song, “Coyote,” and her picture can be seen on the back cover of The Stones's 1972 masterpiece, Exile on Main Street.
We cover a lot of ground in this episode, but to get the full story, check out her book and website with the links below:
https://www.missodell.com
Playlist:
Pisces Apple Lady - Leon Russell
Hey Jude - The Beatles
All Things Must Pass - George Harrison
Miss O'Dell - George Harrison
Torn and Frayed - The Rolling Stones
Just Like a Woman - Bob Dylan
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Jenny Boyd, '60s Muse and Author of 'Icons of Rock: In Their Own Words'
Jenny Boyd, though not a musician, is well-known in the music industry. Formerly married to Mick Fleetwood of Fleetwood Mac, she's also Pattie Boyd's sister and sister-in-law to George Harrison and Eric Clapton. Jenny was surrounded by rock royalty from a young age and experienced many legendary moments in rock history as a result.
Drawing on her deep connections in the rock world, Jenny wrote 'Icons of Rock: In Their Own Words' - a compilation of candid interviews with some of the greatest musicians of the '60s, 70s, 80s and today. Joni Mitchell, George Harrison, Don Henley, Eric Clapton and other rock giants draw back the curtain on their creative process, their thoughts on spirituality and the effect that drugs and alcohol may have had on their art.
Infused with personal stories of her time in San Francisco during the Summer of Love, meeting George Harrison for the first time and her stay in India with The Beatles, Jenny and I discuss some of the most poignant interviews in the book.
Get more details on the book with the links below:
https://thejennyboyd.com/
https://www.amazon.com/Icons-Rock-Their-Behind-Famous/dp/1684815444
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The Wrecking Crew & Immediate Family Docs with Director Denny Tedesco
The Wrecking Crew in the 60s and The Immediate Family in the 70s were the faces behind most of the hits of that time. They were proficient, able to improvise and highly sought after. However, their experiences as session musicians and their relationships with the bands and artists they supported were very different. While the members of the Wrecking Crew were the anonymous, unsung heroes of their time, the members of the Immediate Family were credited on the albums on which they played and forged strong relationships with the bands and artists they supported on the road.
Director and Producer Denny Tedesco joins My Rock Moment in today’s episode. As the Director of both The Wrecking Crew and Immediate Family documentaries, he takes us behind the making of the two documentaries and shares stories about the musicians they celebrate. He also recounts personal moments growing up as the son of Tommy Tedesco, one of the most highly revered session guitarists of the 60s and part of The Wrecking Crew.
To learn more about the documentaries, check out the links below:
https://www.magpictures.com/thewreckingcrew
https://immediatefamilyfilm.com
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Alison Martino of Vintage Los Angeles on the Sunset Strip, preserving LA's history and her dad, singer Al Martino
Alison Martino has been dubbed “The Godmother of Los Angeles,” and with good reason. As a writer, producer, on-air host for the Emmy-nominated SoCal Scene on Spectrum News 1, and creator of Vintage Los Angeles, she has been celebrating (and in some cases saving!) the history of this great city for years.
In this episode we discuss the history of the Sunset Strip - the places and spaces that used to be, the venues and hotspots that continue to represent its legendary past and the fate of its iconic staple, The Viper Room. She’ll also share memories of growing up in LA as the daughter of famous singer, Al Martino.
For those of you who were lucky enough to experience the Strip in the 60s, 70s and 80s, this episode will be a nostalgic trip!
Find Alison Martino and Vintage Los Angeles here:
https://alisonmartino.com
https://www.instagram.com/alisonmartino
https://www.facebook.com/VintageLosAngeles
https://www.youtube.com/user/dantanasgirl
Music in today's episode:
LA Woman - The Doors
Maybe the People Would Be the Times or Between Clark and Hilldale - Love
Walking in L.A. - Missing Persons
Smells Like Teen Spirit - Nirvana
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The Mamas & The Papas Historian and Author Richard Campbell
While The Mamas & The Papas were only together a few years, the iconic music that was made and the drama that ensued between this foursome in that short time is legendary. But what happened before John Phillips, Michelle Phillips, Cass Elliot, and Denny Doherty all came together? Each had their own unique journey before ultimately heading west and making California Dreamin’ a reality. My guest, author Richard Campbell, wrote a compelling book, ‘Gettin’ Kinda Itchie: The Groups That Made The Mamas and The Papas.’ It’s a prequel to this fabulous foursome's success as a group. As a close friend to the band and the “keeper of the flame,” as Michelle Phillips affectionately calls him, Richard brings us into John, Michelle, Denny, and Cass’ worlds with stories, photos, and rare album covers.
In this episode, you’ll hear out-of-print songs from their previous bands - The Journeymen, The Mugwumps, and The Big 3 - songs that Richard has compiled on YouTube and Spotify. We’ll discuss their individual journeys as they strove to make a mark in the thriving East folk scene and how the four ultimately came together in the U.S. Virgin Islands and shortly after, found themselves in LA.
So, let’s take a trip back to the early 60s when folk was thriving, Kennedy was alive and well and these 4 individuals were slogging it out on the East Coast in hopes of one day hitting it big.
Songs in this episode (in order):
“Creeque Alley” The Mamas & the Papas
“Chase the Rising Sun” The Journeymen
“The Banjo Song” - The Big 3
“Do You Know What I Mean” - The Mugwumps
“Mr Tambourine Man” - The New Journeymen
“California Dreamin’” - The Mamas & the Papas
Links to Richard Campell’s channels:
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemusicofGettinKindaItc-tb7lu/playlists
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Skip Taylor - Music Producer & Manager of Canned Heat
Skip Taylor's life and times are part of rock legend. He cut his teeth in the LA music scene in the 60s working with the who's who of rock at the time. However, Skip is best known as Canned Heat's manager and has been managing the band since the mid-60s, shortly after discovering them playing at a UCLA frat party. Also playing at that fateful frat party were The Doors, and he shares how he got both bands a record deal. Skip was in the center of it all at Woodstock and Monterey Pop, and recounts his adventures in opening Kaleidoscope, the hot nightclub in Hollywood that became a short-lived dream thanks to some greedy LA gangsters.
This interview is packed with great stories from a guy who was in the middle of some of the most memorable rock moments of the time, so let’s get into it!
For upcoming gigs and Canned Heat's discography, check out the links below:
https://cannedheatmusic.com
https://www.facebook.com/dontforgettoboogie
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The California Myth and Classic Rock with Dave Gebroe of Discograffiti
Today’s guest on My Rock Moment is Dave Gebroe, founder and host of the well-known podcast, Discograffiti. Discograffiti is a weekly music podcast that delivers the objective truth about the entire discography of every single artist and band that ever existed. The show does a deep-dive inspection of all EPs, singles, compilations, relevant solo work and bootlegs, and notable appearances on other artists’ records. Every release is assigned an objectively accurate star rating between zero and five, and Dave shares best and worse picks in their discography.
In this episode, Dave and I explore the California Myth within the context of 60s and 70s rock. Surf rock as well as other anthems that pay homage to the Golden State, fueled the global fascination with perfect waves, beaches flanked with tanned skin and teeny bikinis, fame, beauty, and a promise of some grander way of living. California has long been a western beacon dating back centuries but the songs we’ll cover today conjure up visions and dreams of an ideal life that was far from factual for many.
Some songs on this list might come as a surprise, and others have crossed generations, staples of our classic rock playlists. Have a listen and see how your list compares.
For more information on Discograffiti and to follow on social, check out the links below:
Website: https://discograffiti.com/
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Author, Radio Host and Reggae Historian Roger Steffens on His Radio Show "Reggae Beat," Alan Freed and LSD: Part Two
In this episode of My Rock Moment, we sit down for Part Two of our discussion with Roger Steffens. Roger is a writer, actor, radio host, legendary reggae historian, and author of "So Much Things to Say: The Oral History of Bob Marley" (which Rolling Stone headlined in its review “…[arguably] the Best Bob Marley Book Ever.”). Roger was co-host of the "Reggae Beat" on KCRW from 1979 to 1987 and "Reggae Beat International" from 1983 to 1987, which was syndicated internationally to 130 stations. Seven rooms of his home in Los Angeles house reggae archives, which include the world's largest collection of Bob Marley material.
In Part Two of our interview with Steffens, he'll discuss how "Reggae Beat," took Los Angeles by storm...and led to two weeks on the road with Bob Marley and the Wailers. We'll also discuss his love of 1950s rock 'n' roll and the time he got to meet his idol, iconic 50s rock DJ, Alan Freed. Roger will also share how he got turned on to LSD and was almost pickpocketed the first time he touched down in Jamaica by one of the biggest reggae stars at the time.
To find out more about Roger Steffens and his work, check out the links below:
The Family Acid Website: http://www.thefamilyacid.com/
The Family Acid Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefamilyacid/?hl=en
So Much Things to Say on Amazon
For more on Host Amanda Morck and My Rock Moment, visit: The My Rock Moment website
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Author, Radio Host and Reggae Historian Roger Steffens on Bob Marley, Jim Morrison and Vietnam in the 60s: Part One
In this episode of My Rock Moment, we sit down with Roger Steffens. Roger is a writer, actor, radio host, legendary reggae historian, and author of "So Much Things to Say: The Oral History of Bob Marley" (which Rolling Stone headlined in its review “…[arguably] the Best Bob Marley Book Ever.”). Roger was co-host of the Reggae Beat on KCRW from 1979 to 1987 and Reggae Beat International from 1983 to 1987, which was syndicated internationally to 130 stations. Seven rooms of his home in Los Angeles house reggae archives, which include the world's largest collection of Bob Marley material.
While most of his career has been devoted to reggae and its luminaries, his love of rock ‘n’ roll started back in 1953 as a devoted fan of Alan Freed.
Part One of our discussion starts with Roger remembering one particular concert in 1967 in San Francisco - it was an unforgettable night of rock ‘n’ roll, as Bill Graham introduced 2 then unknown acts to an anticipant audience. The concert was a poignant way to say goodbye to the U.S. as the next day he was sent off to Vietnam. We’ll discuss the 2 years he spent there working in Psyops while protest rock erupted across the nation. We’ll hear Steffens’ incredible story about meeting the Countess De Breteuil in Marrakesh in 1971 and how that connected him to the passing of Jim Morrison. Steffens will also share the serendipitous circumstances that led to him meeting Bob Marley for the first time.
To find out more about Roger Steffens and his work, check out the links below:
The Family Acid Website: http://www.thefamilyacid.com/
The Family Acid Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefamilyacid/?hl=en
So Much Things to Say on Amazon
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Iconic Album Covers with Grammy Winning Art Director John Kosh - Part 2
Kosh is a Grammy Award Winning art director and former design director for Apple Records. His first project was John Lennon and Yoko's “War Is Over (if you want it)” Christmas card, which led to the worldwide WAR IS OVER billboard campaign that continues to this day. He designed The Beatles’ Let It Be book and album package and the Abbey Road album cover, as well as John & Yoko’s Wedding Album boxed set.
He worked extensively with Linda Ronstadt, garnering three Grammys for her albums, Simple Dreams, Get Closer and Lush Life. He designed and art directed the iconic logo and cover, Hotel California for the Eagles, the classic logo for ELO as well as several albums for James Taylor, Jimmy Buffet and Dan Fogelberg.
In today's episode, Kosh shares more memorable moments working for The Beatles and Lennon, namely the day he got to witness The Beatles perform LIVE for the very last time on top of the Apple Corps Headquarters on Jan 30th, 1969, and his participation in John Lennon's art exhibit titled Bag One, which showcased the erotic art Lennon sketched during his honeymoon with Yoko Ono.
We also discuss the Marvin Gaye album cover, Here, My Dear, he worked on that so aptly exposed the pain and emotion Gaye was feeling during his divorce at the time. Kosh also had the privilege of working with Richard Pryor and art directing several albums for James Taylor, Dan Fogelberg and Jimmy Buffet - and we cover it all in this episode of My Rock Moment.
To learn more about John Kosh and his work, check out his website: https://koshdesign.com/about-kosh/
Social media:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/koshart
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/koshartdesign
Songs from the episode:
ELO - Do Ya
The Beatles - Ballad of John and Yoko
Dan Fogelberg - The Language of Love
Marvin Gaye - You Can Leave, But It's Going to Cost You
REO Speedwagon - Good Trouble
Linda Ronstadt - When Will I Be Loved
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Americana Music in the 60s and 70s and Rock's Backpages with Music Journalist Barney Hoskyns
Barney Hoskyns is a celebrated author and rock journalist. He started his career in the early 80s at Melody Maker and then New Musical Express, eventually leaving NME to write his first book, "Say It One Time For The Brokenhearted," about the collision of soul and country music in the South. He went on to write more than fifteen books on musicians and music history including, "Waiting for the Sun: A Rock ‘N’ Roll History of Los Angeles "and "Hotel California," chronicling the Laurel Canyon music scene. He’s also the co-founder and editorial director of the online music journalism archive Rock's Backpages, as well as host of a podcast of the same name.
In this episode, we discuss his time living in LA and Woodstock, NY and how immersing himself in those two very divergent scenes inspired the books "Waiting for the Sun, Hotel California" as well as "Small Town Talk." From Marc Bolan to The Band, Barney shares his early musical influences and how his love of all things Americana began. And we’ll hear about some of his memorable interviews and encounters over the years.
Check out links to Barney’s website, books and Rock’s Backpages:
https://barneyhoskyns.com/a-short-history-of-rbp/
Waiting for the Sun: A Rock ‘N’ Roll History of Los Angeles
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Documentary Filmmaker Stuart Samuels on The Lost Weekend: A Love Story, The Beatles: Eight Days A Week: The Touring Years and Night Flight
Stuart Samuels is an acclaimed academic and a film and television producer, writer, and award-winning documentary filmmaker. Some of his works include Visions of Light: The Art of Cinematography, Midnight Movies: From The Margin to the Mainstream, The Beatles: Eight Days a Week: The Touring Years and The Lost Weekend: A Love Story. His works explore the relationship of popular culture to the broader historical context of their times.
Today we’ll dive into his early work - from the groundbreaking late-night music video series Night Flight in the early 80s, to the making of the first HD music videos with Academy Award-winning Polish film and music video director Zbigniew Rybczynski. We’ll also discuss Eight Days a Week: The Touring Years, the Beatles documentary he co-produced with Ron Howard, and the making of The Lost Weekend: A Love Story, which premiered earlier this month.
You can find links to Stuart’s work below:
THE BEATLES: EIGHT DAYS A WEEK
https://www.amazon.com/Eight-Days-Week-Touring-Years/dp/B06XPQ6XW9
STEPS: ZBIG
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rA9fSjL9ERU&t=21s
IMAGINE: ZBIG
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tnXoJ3suYNU
VISIONS OF LIGHT: THE ART OF CINEMATOGRAPHY
Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/511323524
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LtUGLrP_4gw
HOLLYWOODISM: JEWS, MOVIES, AND THE AMERICAN DREAM
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Hollywoodism-Jews-Movies-American-Dream/dp/B01MRL4SWL
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bJMCLLfG6Fg
MIDNIGHT MOVIES: FROM THE MARGIN TO THE MAINSTREAM
https://vimeo.com/ondemand/midnightmovies
THE ORCHESTRA: with Zbig- classical musical videos.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rA9fSjL9ERU
In this episode:
*8:10 the backstory of Night Flight
*18:03 Stuart and Zbigniew Rybczynski team up for the first HD music videos
*25:33 The making of The Lost Weekend: A Love Story
*34:00 The documentary “27” that was never released
*35:28 Eight Days a Week: The Touring Years - Stuart’s initial vision vs. Ron Howard’s vision for the documentary
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May Pang and The Lost Weekend: A Love Story
May Pang joins My Rock Moment for a candid interview ahead of the premiere of her documentary, THE LOST WEEKEND: A LOVE STORY, in theaters April 13th.
THE LOST WEEKEND: A LOVE STORY, is May Pang’s story, which is aptly described as “a weekend that lasted 18 months and a love story that took 50 years to tell.”
During their relationship, Lennon reunited with his son Julian and enjoyed his most artistically and commercially productive period post-Beatles—with the albums "Mind Games”, "Walls and Bridges" which included his only #1 Hit Single "Whatever Gets You Through the Night", "Rock and Roll”, and collaboration with Rock legends Elton John, David Bowie, Harry Nilsson, Mick Jagger, and Ringo, among others. Pang chronicles it all revisiting her younger self, as a naïve 22-year-old experiencing her first unforgettable love.
In this episode, May discusses the making of the film and recounts her time as a young woman trying to navigate the trappings of fame, rockstars behaving badly and the marriage that Lennon left behind.
Tickets for the documentary at your nearest local theater can be found here:
https://thelostweekendtickets.com/
Links to May’s website:
Links to May’s photography exhibits:
New York, Saturday, April 8th:
Philadelphia, Sunday April, 16th:
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Iconic Album Covers with Grammy Winning Art Director John Kosh
Kosh is a Grammy Award Winning art director and former design director for Apple Records. His first project was John Lennon and Yoko's “War Is Over (if you want it)” Christmas card, which led to the worldwide WAR IS OVER billboard campaign that continues to this day. He designed The Beatles’ Let It Be book and album package and the Abbey Road album cover, as well as John & Yoko’s Wedding Album boxed set.
He worked extensively with Linda Ronstadt, garnering three Grammys for her albums, Simple Dreams, Get Closer and Lush Life. He designed and art directed the iconic logo and cover, Hotel California for the Eagles, the classic logo for ELO and designed the cover for The Who’s Who’s Next and The Rolling Stones’ Get Yer Ya-Yas Out.
On today’s episode we’ll discuss the making of several of these iconic album covers, his early days working with John and Yoko and his longstanding friendship with Ronstadt. It’s a fun retrospective on the covers that have become almost as recognizable as the music itself.
To learn more about John Kosh and his work, check out his website: https://koshdesign.com/about-kosh/
Social media:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/koshart
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/koshartdesign
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Punk, Post Punk & New Wave with Award Winning Photographer Michael Grecco
Michael Grecco is an award-winning and internationally renowned celebrity photographer and director, noted for his iconic celebrity portraits, magazine covers and editorial images.
Early in his photography career, he worked for the Associated Press by day and hung at the Boston clubs at night. Documenting the punk, post-punk and new wave scene that thrived there, he was able to create a retrospective of that iconic time in his book, “Punk, Post Punk, New Wave: Onstage, Backstage, In Your Face: 1978-1991.”
In our discussion, Michael talks about the venues that were so central to the scene, such as The Rathskeller, Paradise Rock Club, The Channel, Jonathan Swift's and The Bradford Ballroom. He recalls unforgettable moments with Billy Idol, seeing U2 play in the U.S. for the first time, hanging out with the late, great Pete Shelley of the Buzzcocks and even spending time with David Crosby.
Links to Michael’s website, as well as information on his book, “Punk, Post Punk, New Wave,” and the 4 part documentary Days of Punk, on which he was an Executive Producer, are listed below:
Michael’s Website: Grecco.com
Information about the book and the 4 part documentary can be found here: DaysofPunk.com
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Laurel Canyon Playlist with Emmeline Summerton of Lost Canyons LA
To close out Season Three, which celebrates the California Sound in the 60s and 70s, My Rock Moment teamed up with Emmeline Summerton of Lost Canyons LA to create our very own Laurel Canyon playlist.
Emmeline writes for the Topanga New Times, an LA publication that circulates to all residents of the canyons. She’s also the writer and creator of the Instagram account Lost Canyons LA which celebrates the history, music, art, and fashion of LA’s iconic Canyon communities.
We're sharing some of our favorite Laurel Canyon tracks and delving into the inspiration and little-known stories behind them. If you’re a fan of all things “behind the music”, you'll learn a thing or two about the artists and the music that came out of that incredible time and place. Here are the Canyon tracks we’ll be covering in this episode:
Southern Cross - Crosby, Stills & Nash
Ladies of the Canyon - Joni Mitchell
Cowboy Movie - David Crosby
Gimme Shelter - The Rolling Stones
Twelve Thirty (Young Girls Are Coming to the Canyon) - The Mamas and the Papas
When You’re Strange - The Doors
So You Want to Be A Rock 'n' Roll Star - The Byrds
After the Gold Rush - Neil Young
And for those who are curious, the opening track is Jackie DeShannon’s “Laurel Canyon.”
Find Emmeline Summerton on Instagram at @lostcanyonsla
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Mysteries in the Music: Case Closed with Jim Berkenstadt
Jim Berkendstadt is an international authority on rock and roll and founder of the firm, Rock And Roll Detective®. The firm offers a number of specialized and confidential services to music artists, record labels, music download sites, TV and Film productions, auction houses, and museums.
Jim has served as historical consultant to The Beatles’ Company Apple Corps and the Estate of George Harrison. He’s also an award-winning, best-selling author of "The Beatle Who Vanished," "Black Market Beatles" and "Classic Rock Albums: Nirvana - Nevermind.” All three books have been inducted into The Rock And Roll Hall of Fame Library and Archives.
His latest book "Mysteries in the Music: Case Closed" examines the secrets, myths, legends, hoaxes, conspiracies, and the wildly inexplicable events that are such an intriguing part of rock and roll history. Through Jim’s investigations of primary source evidence, he challenges some of rock’s most enduring legends.
In this episode, we’ll delve into a number of the compelling chapters that investigate and ultimately solve some of rock’s great mysteries: Who really discovered Elvis Presley? Did the CIA kill Bob Marley? Did The Beach Boys steal a song from Charles Manson? We’ll also discuss The Secrets Concealed within Nirvana’s Nevermind album and The Mythology of the Traveling Wilburys. For you rock fans that love a good mystery, this is a book you need to read.
Purchase a copy of "Mysteries in the Music: Case Closed" through Amazon: www.amazon.com/Mysteries-Music-Closed-Jim-Berkenstadt/dp/1947521799
Listen to Jim Berkenstadt's playlist of the music covered in his book "Mysteries In The Music: Case Closed: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0PayiRXLkT5P0MxvpYbhy7
Other links to note:
“Mysteries in the Music: Case Closed” website: www.musicmysterybook.com
“The Beatle Who Vanished” book: www.thebeatlewhovanished.com
The Rock and Roll Detective website: https://rockandrolldetective.com
The Rock and Roll Detective Blog: http://rocknrolldetective.blogspot.com
The Rock and Roll Detective/Twitter page (@rockdetective): https://mobile.twitter.com/RockDetective
The Rock and Roll Detective/Facebook page: www.facebook.com/RockAndRollDetective
The Rock and Roll Detective/Instagram page (@rockandrolldetective): www.instagram.com/rockandrolldetective/?hl=en
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Love Founder & Guitarist Johnny Echols on Forever Changes, Jimi Hendrix, The Doors and Sunset Strip in the 60s
Love was a groundbreaking interracial band that came out of LA in the mid-60s. They dominated the Sunset Strip with their psychedelic sound and rock 'n' roll style. And it's well documented that The Rolling Stones, Led Zeppelin and of course, The Doors, all found inspiration in Love's music.
In this episode of My Rock Moment we sit down with Johnny Echols, co-founder and guitarist of the band. We discuss his early life as a musician, drawing inspiration from Little Richard, The Coasters and eventually, The Beatles. Johnny tells us about an encounter with Lou Adler and how it moved the band to change their name to Love. And he shares stories about Jimi Hendrix, Jim Morrison as well as the making of their seminal album, Forever Changes.
To see Johnny Echols touring with the band Baby Lemonade check dates here:
https://babylemonademusic.com/index.html
Check out videos of the Castle in Los Feliz on YouTube:
Arthur Lee touring the Castle years ago: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J1jpoCnlk-8
The Castle as it looks today: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LkxhFYldGOY&t=32s
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Legendary Session Guitarist Waddy Wachtel on Stevie Nicks, Warren Zevon & The Immediate Family
Waddy Wachtel is one of the most well-known and respected performers in the music industry. His career as a guitarist, producer and composer has spanned many decades. From his early beginnings in the L.A. music scene in the 1970's playing with such artists as the Everly Brothers, Linda Ronstadt, James Taylor, Warren Zevon, Bonnie Raitt, Randy Newman, Don Henley and Jackson Browne - to playing and writing with Keith Richards in the X-Pensive Winos - to his recent work as musical director, lead guitarist and vocalist for Stevie Nicks - he's ventured into such creative fields as composing his own songs and writing musical scores for films.
Waddy was born ready....... Ready to Rock It Up! Following Waddy through his musical career, which is an on-going project, is an exploration into the history of Rock 'n' Roll itself. It's also a great example of how one man continues to keep Rock in his soul and gives his music continuously and creatively.
In this episode of My Rock Moment, Waddy discusses his 50 year relationship with Stevie Nicks - from their collaboration on the Buckingham Nicks album released in 1973 to his role as Stevie's musical director and guitarist on her most recent tour. We also dive into his early career with the Everly Brothers, working with Warren Zevon on Excitable Boy and penning the track “Werewolves of London." Waddy's projects and relationships over the decades would ultimately pave the way to his current group, The Immediate Family, a tight knit group of iconic session musicians that are still touring and putting out albums to this day.
Below is a link to The Immediate Family's remaining tour dates as well as the music video for their latest single, "Toughest Girl in Town":
Tour Dates: https://www.immediatefamilyband.com/tour
The Toughest Girl In Town - YouTube Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UVQLZIRfLjU
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Waddy Wachtel photo credit: Jay Gilbert
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Legendary Photographer Henry Diltz on the Eagles, Mama Cass Elliot, Monterey Pop and Woodstock '99
Iconic photographer Henry Diltz has shot more than 250 album covers and thousands of publicity shots in the ‘60s and ‘70s, for bands and artists such as The Doors, the Eagles, Neil Young, Crosby Stills & Nash, Jackson Browne, America, Steppenwolf, James Taylor, Jimi Hendrix, The Monkees and David Cassidy. He was the official photographer at the Woodstock festival in August 1969. His work has appeared in The New York Times, Los Angeles Times, LIFE, People, Rolling Stone, High Times and Billboard.
My Rock Moment has been lucky enough to have Henry on twice, and in this episode we delve into the 70s, covering everything from the first two Eagles album covers, to meeting Jackson Browne for the first time to shooting James Taylor's Sweet Baby James album cover. Henry also recalls shooting Mama Cass in Palm Springs, Monterey Pop and Woodstock '99, which is getting quite a bit of attention recently due to the Netflix documentary that painted a dark picture of the 3 day festival.
If you would like to check out some of Henry's iconic work, sold exclusively through The Morrison Hotel Gallery, click here: https://morrisonhotelgallery.com/collections/henry-diltz
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Guy Pratt & Gary Kemp of Nick Mason's Saucerful of Secrets
Guy Pratt and Gary Kemp of 'Nick Mason’s Saucerful of Secrets' join My Rock Moment in today’s episode. Guy Pratt is a seasoned session musician who’s worked with Madonna, Michael Jackson, and has toured with David Gilmour’s Pink Floyd since the 1980s. And Gary Kemp was principal songwriter, lead guitarist and backup vocalist for all 23 of Spandau Ballet's hit singles.
Aside from their own stellar podcast, ‘The Rockonteurs,’ where they sit down with the who’s who of the rock world, they now play with Nick Mason’s Saucerful of Secrets. Nick formed Saucerful of Secrets a few years back and the band pays homage to the early work of Pink Floyd.
Gary and Guy stopped by My Rock Moment on the opening day of their Echoes tour in the U.S. to discuss the genesis of the band as well as playing Pink Floyd’s well known early work for an audience with (very) high expectations. They also discuss their memorable rock moments with David Bowie!
Some exciting news to share! My Rock Moment will be at the Santa Barbara, CA show on October 26th! So, Pantheon Podcasts and My Rock Moment are giving away an exclusive VIP EXPERIENCE to that show! The VIP Experience includes:
- A pair of front row tickets
- Exclusive VIP merchandise
- Onsite perks
- A commemorative guitar pick-shaped necklace carved down from drum cymbals played by Nick Mason himself!
Buy your tickets at https://www.thesaucerfulofsecrets.com
Then head to www.pantheonpodcasts.com/nickmason to enter to win an upgrade!
If you can make it to the Santa Barbara show at the Arlington Theater October 26th, stop by and say hello. You can find me and My Rock Moment at the Pantheon table at the entrance - I would love to meet you!
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Brian Wilson, The Beach Boys & the California Myth with Author David Leaf
David Leaf is an award winning writer, producer and director and the creative visionary behind such critically acclaimed films as The U.S. vs. John Lennon, The Bee Gees: This Is Where I Came In and Beautiful Dreamer: Brian Wilson and the Story of SMiLE. But he’s also a dear friend of Brian Wilson’s. This was a friendship crafted through David's work on the 1978 book "The Beach Boys and the California Myth." David moved to LA in the mid-70s with the intention of writing a book that told the real story of Brian Wilson at a time of much public misunderstanding for the Beach Boy. The 3rd edition of the book titled "God Only Knows: The Story of Brian Wilson, The Beach Boys and the California Myth" is now available and it celebrates the close friendship David and Brian have cultivated since the first edition, the music Brian created as a solo artist, and it provides that happy ending that the 1st edition could not.
We deep dive into Brian Wilson’s solo career and the making and much-anticipated release of the album SMiLE. We’ll also talk about some of his favorite rock moments throughout the years with The Bee Gees, Yoko Ono and Frank Sinatra.
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Rock Journalist & Author Harvey Kubernik on The Monkees, The Beach Boys, Charlie Watts & the Shifting Cultural Scene in LA
Harvey Kubernik has been a noted author, popular music journalist, and record producer for more than forty years. He is the author of several books, including Canyon of Dreams: The Magic and the Music of Laurel Canyon, A Perfect Haze: The Illustrated History of the Monterey International Pop Festival, It Was 50 Years Ago Today: The Beatles Invade America and Hollywood, and Turn Up the Radio! Rock, Pop, and Roll in Los Angeles 1956–1972.
In today's episode Harvey and I discuss what it was like to grow up as an LA kid in the 60s & 70s, experiencing the west coast rock revolution as it happened. He'll share stories of being on the set of The Monkees TV show, his friendships with Andrew Loog Oldham and Charlie Watts of the Rolling Stones, and he'll recount one memorable night with his dear friend Brian Wilson of The Beach Boys. He’ll also explain the cultural shift that was happening in LA in the late 50s and how major league sports played a big role.
Check out just some of Harvey Kubernik's books with the links below:
Turn Up the Radio! Rock, Pop, and Roll in Los Angeles 1956–1972
1967: A Complete Rock Music History of the Summer of Love
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Grammy Award Winning Producer and Engineer Val Garay and the LA Sound in the 70s & 80s
Val Garay is a Grammy winning producer and engineer with a legendary career. He’s garnered 5 Grammy wins, over 100 gold and platinum records, an Emmy nomination, and over 125 million worldwide record sales.
He’s worked with legendary artists such as Linda Ronstadt, James Taylor, The Motels, Kim Carnes, Mr. Big, Eric Burdon, Queensryche, Santana, Jackson Browne, Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, Dolly Parton, Bonnie Raitt and the list goes on!
On today’s episode Val talks about his early days as a musician in LA, getting signed by Lou Adler, becoming an engineer at the well known Sound Factory under legendary engineer / producer, David Hassinger, and eventually owning the premiere recording studio in the 80s.
We’ll also discuss the making of such iconic albums as Linda Ronstadt’s Heart Like a Wheel, James Taylor’s JT and Kim Carnes’ Mistaken Identity…as well as his recent album with Richie Furay, In the Country.
To learn more about Val Garay check out his website here: http://www.valgaray.com/
Find Richie Furay’s new album, In the Country, here: https://www.richiefuray.com/music
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The Stone Age: Sixty Years of the Rolling Stones with best-selling biographer Lesley-Ann Jones
Today we’ll be hopping across the pond to discuss The Rolling Stones with journalist, broadcaster and best-selling biographer, Lesley Ann Jones. Jones is the author of The Search for John Lennon; Bohemian Rhapsody: The Definitive Biography of Freddie Mercury; and Hero: David Bowie. A childhood friend of David Bowie, Lesley-Ann has interviewed many of the world's most-loved artists, including Mick Jagger, Paul McCartney, Madonna, and Prince, often forming lifelong friendships with her subjects.
Jones has written a new book: The Stone Age: Sixty Years of The Rolling Stones, and we discuss the book’s fresh perspective on the band. The Stones are bigger than a band, they are a brand – and their reputation has somehow survived the rumors, indiscretions and drug fueled tales that might bring down lesser known bands. The book aims to look at these seemingly infallible men with the lens of today.
You can find information on the book as well as Lesley-Ann’s other books with the links below:
Lesley-Ann Jones' Website: https://www.lesleyannjones.com/
The Stone Age: Sixty Years of the Rolling Stones: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-Stone-Age/Lesley-Ann-Jones/9781639362073
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Tom Petty and Me - The story of how Jon Scott put Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers on the map!
Jon Scott is the man credited with making Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers one of the biggest bands in the world. One serendipitous day, as a promo man for ABC Records, a little known album by a little known band landed in his lap…and the rest is rock ‘n’ roll history.
In today’s episode we discuss Jon’s book, “Tom Petty and Me,” where Jon recounts his journey with the band and his friendship with Tom Petty. And as we approach the 5 year anniversary of Tom’s passing, the book is a beautiful tribute to who Tom Petty was behind the scenes - his humor, his generosity, his musical genius…his obsession with fax machines!
We’ll also touch on the last concert of Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers’ 40th anniversary tour at The Hollywood Bowl, September 25th, 2017, where Tom pays an emotional tribute to Jon. For those of you that were there - you may have heard it! For those of you who weren’t, we’ve provided audio of that moment in the episode. It’s truly incredible!
You can purchase an autographed copy of the book, with the foreward written by John Mellencamp, here: https://tompettyandme.com
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Danny Kortchmar on his work with Carole King, Jackson Browne, Don Henley, The Immediate Family and more
My Rock Moment sits down with the legendary Danny "Kootch" Kortchmar. Originally from New York, Danny moved to LA in the 60s, settled in Laurel Canyon and made his mark in the LA music scene. Even if you aren't familiar with his name, chances are his work has had a prominent place in your rock playlists.
Danny Kortchmar’s credits as guitarist, producer, songwriter, and session musician include work with James Taylor, Don Henley, Carole King, Linda Ronstadt, Jackson Browne and Billy Joel, among many others. As a songwriter, Kortchmar has both written alone or collaborated with numerous artists, penning indelible tracks such as Don Henley’s “Dirty Laundry,” “All She Wants to Do Is Dance,” and “New York Minute,” as well as Jackson Browne’s “Somebody’s Baby” and “Shaky Town,” to name a few.
Danny is now with The Immediate Family (the modern iteration of a legendary studio ensemble known as “The Section”), a rock and roll band composed of four of the most recorded, respected and sought-after players in modern music: Danny Kortchmar (guitar and vocals), Waddy Wachtel (guitar and vocals), Leland Sklar (bass), Russ Kunkel (drums) and the addition of prominent touring, session guitarist and songwriter Steve Postell (guitar and vocals).
The Immediate Family had a new EP Live From Telefunken Soundstage come out on May 13. This is a bridge release to the band’s forthcoming second full-length studio album and anticipated documentary, directed by Danny Tedesco (The Wrecking Crew). The film is expected to be released later this year.
We cover quite a bit of ground in this episode, but check out their website below to learn more about this iconic band of musicians, listen to their latest work and get information on show dates later in the year:
https://www.immediatefamilyband.com/
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Richie Furay on Buffalo Springfield, Poco and His New Album In The Country
Richie Furay is one of the most well known musicians of our time. As a Rock & Roll Hall of Famer, he is the co-founder of notable bands such as Buffalo Springfield, Poco and Souther-Hillman-Furay Band, and has penned classics like "Kind Woman" and "Pickin' Up the Pieces." He's had quite a successful solo career as well and will be coming out with a new album July 8th called In The Country. The new album pays homage to some of the greatest country and country rock songs of our time.
In this episode we'll discuss the new album and its legendary songs as well as hear stories about the serendipitous moments that lead to the formation of Buffalo Springfield. We'll discuss the move to country rock with Poco and he'll reveal the two famous guitarists who almost joined the band...potentially changing the course of rock as we know it!
Richie's lead a storied life and we'll discuss it all in this episode!
To check out the single from the album, Somebody Like You - click here:
https://richiefuray.lnk.to/SomebodyLikeYou
And for those of you on the east coast this summer, I've provided a list of concert dates. Hope to see you there!
Richie Furay on Tour 2022 (more dates to be announced)
June 12 – South Orange, NJ @ South Orange Performing Arts Center
June 16 – Nashville, TN @ City Winery
June 24 – New York, NY @ City Winery
July 6 – Washington, D.C. @ City Winery
July 8 – Philadelphia, PA @ City Winery
August 12 – Boston, MA @ City Winery
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Director Alison Ellwood on Laurel Canyon, the Eagles and The Go-Go's
Alison Ellwood is an Oscar nominated Director and Producer and her list of documentaries include "American Jihad, Enron: The Smartest Guys in the Room" and "Gonzo: The Life and Work of Dr. Hunter S. Thompson." But in this episode we focus on her well known music docs including "History of the Eagles, Laurel Canyon - A place In time, Magic Trip: Ken Kesey’ Search for a Kool Place" (which was a 5 year undertaking) and most recently "The Go-Go's." Alison will share some behind the scenes stories and memorable moments including how the Eagles and Go-Go's documentaries mended some broken relationships within the bands. We'll also talk about Alison’s next documentary…as a hint, this artist was known as being “so unusual” in the 80s!
You can find Alison Ellwood's music documentaries on Amazon Prime!
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The 60s & 70s LA Music Scene with Bassist, Composer, Conductor & Orchestrator Peter M. Bernstein
Peter M. Bernstein has composed, orchestrated and conducted some of the most well known movies of our time (Ghostbusters & Trading Places among them), including other incredible pieces of work like 21 Jump Street and Michael Jackson’s Thriller.
He’s also the son of Elmer Bernstein, the Academy Award winning film composer whose credits include The Man With the Golden Arm, The Ten Commandments, The Magnificent Seven, To Kill a Mockingbird and Ghostbusters, among others!
But in 1964, when Peter was a young teen, The Beatles and Bob Dylan entered the scene and for Peter his “whole world changed overnight"...and he decided he wanted to be a bass player.
In this episode we discuss his work as a composer, conductor and orchestrator but we also talk about his time as a bass player in LA. As a young musician in the late 60s and early 70s he was part of that famous Laurel Canyon and Hoot Night Troubadour scene, so he has an interesting perspective on that notable time and many stories to share.
If you want to know a bit more about Peter and his work, check out his website here: https://petermbernstein.com/
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The Band America with Rock Journalist Jude Warne
My Rock Moment chats with rock journalist Jude Warne. Jude wrote the authorized biography on the band America. We'll discuss their meteoric rise, the move from England to LA in the 70s and how they stay one of the most relevant classic rock bands today. If you're a fan of the mellow, California classic rock sound, you'll want to give this one a listen.
Information on Jude Warne and where to buy the book can be found here: https://judewarne.com
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Pamela Des Barres on Sex, Love and Rock 'n' Roll in the 60s and 70s
Pamela Des Barres is nothing short of a rock legend. As a native Angeleno, she found herself in the center of the fabled LA rock 'n' roll scene in the 60s and 70s...and she's got the stories to prove it! We discuss memorable moments with Jimmy Page, Mick Jagger, Gram Parsons and Frank Zappa, but we also discuss the term "groupie" within the context of the 60s and how she's reclaiming it today. For those classic rock lovers out there, it's a captivating discussion!
Pamela is a best selling author, writing several books, including “I’m with the Band." Her podcast, Pamela's Pajama Party, is a fun, provocative listen with an incredible roster of guests. And if she isn't busy enough, she also hosts writing workshops, LA rock tours and contributes to pleasekillme.com.
To check out all things Pamela Des Barres head over to https://www.pameladesbarresofficial.com.
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The Beatles, Dylan, The Byrds, The Doors and the history of the Sunset Strip with rock "archaeologist" Christian Swain
Today’s episode is for those rockers out there who geek out on rock history facts. Rock 'n' roll "archaeologist" Christian Swain is our guest today on My Rock Moment. Christian is the founder and CEO of Pantheon Podcasts - an exclusive network of music podcasts. The cornerstone of Pantheon Podcasts is the 'Rock N Roll Archaeology Project' of which Christian is the creator, producer and host. This podcast meticulously deep dives into the history of rock, telling the story of the artists' lives, the historic moments that happened along the way and how the two shaped the culture of the time.
Christian brings his rock history knowledge to the table in today's episode where we'll cover the evolution of the Sunset Strip, the musical earthquake that was the Beatles, Dylan, the Byrds, folk rock, the wrecking Crew...and because Christian and I are both LA natives, we'll discuss The Doors and what the band's music meant to us.
Check out the Rock N Roll Archaeology: http://pantheonpodcasts.com/rock-n-roll-archaeology
You can also listen on Apple Podcasts and Spotify!
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Legendary Photographer Henry Diltz on Crosby, Stills & Nash, Neil Young and Capturing Woodstock: Part Two
In Part Two of my talk with rock photographer Henry Diltz we'll discuss the self-titled Crosby, Stills and Nash album cover, hanging with Neil Young at Broken Arrow Ranch and of course, Woodstock. Henry had an all access pass to the festival that praised peace, love, God's Herb and rock and roll, so he'll be recounting his favorite memories and performances from those mythological 3 days.
To check out some of Henry's work - sold exclusively though The Morrison Hotel Gallery in Los Angeles - visit: https://www.morrisonhotelgallery.com
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Legendary Photographer Henry Diltz on The Doors, Laurel Canyon and The Modern Folk Quartet: Part One
Today My Rock Moment catches up with legendary rock photographer Henry Diltz. His iconic photos have graced hundreds of album covers and have been featured in books, magazines and newspapers. He's best known for his work with The Doors, Crosby, Stills & Nash, Neil Young and his photo photographic essays of Woodstock and the Monterey Pop Festival.
In Part One of our discussion we'll talk about his own musical journey in LA with the Modern Folk Quartet, the move to photography, his work with the Laurel Canyon folk rock scene, and his time working on the Morrison Hotel and Crosby, Stills & Nash album covers.
To check out some of Henry's work - sold exclusively though The Morrison Hotel gallery in Los Angeles - visit: https://www.morrisonhotelgallery.com
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Executive Producer Ryan Suffern on the "Laurel Canyon" and "McCartney 3,2,1" documentaries
Ryan Suffern is the Executive Producer of well known rock documentaries "Laurel Canyon: A Moment in Time" and "McCartney 3,2,1", and many others. On this episode we’ll get his behind the scenes perspective and hear about what went into the making of both documentaries. We'll also get a sneak into his upcoming documentary on "Jazzfest" and discuss the bands and songs that inspired his love for classic rock!
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The California sound of the 60s: Surf rock, folk rock and the psychedelic scene of San Francisco
My Rock Moment talks with Anuj Rajkumar, rock aficionado and creator of The Legends of Music on instagram. We deep dive into the California sound of the 60s – everything from surf Rock to folk rock to sunshine pop to the psychedelic San Francisco scene. We talk about the history, the music that moved us and our two very different perspectives and backgrounds – growing up on the beaches of LA versus growing up across the world in Dubai. This is another episode for those who love rock history...and that magic that took place in Northern and Southern California in the 1960s!
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Music manager & producer Jeff Jampol discusses the California rock scene in the 1960s - from Haight-Ashbury to the Sunset Strip
Jeff Jampol is a Grammy® winning and Emmy® nominated producer and the CEO of Jam Inc, which manages legendary rock artists and bands such as The Doors, Jim Morrison, Jefferson Airplane, Jefferson Starship, Grace Slick, The Mamas and the Papas, and a host of others...and many of his clients are responsible for crafting that California sound - an epoch in rock history. We’ll discuss his road to managing rock legends and his take on the California rock scene in the 60s - The Northern California and Southern California scenes were different in ethos and zeitgeist but they gave birth to bands that changed the face of rock and roll.
To find out more about Jeff Jampol and Jam, Inc. check out their website at: https://wemanagelegends.com/
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DJ Rita Wilde on her years in LA radio, The Doors, Springsteen and her current podcast, Rock and Roll Confessional
If you're a native Angeleno and love rock, you know Rita Wilde. She's been a Southern California DJ for the past 4 decades, and her notable voice has graced KLOS, The Sound and KEZY airwaves.
In this episode we'll talk about growing up in Southern California, her love of The Doors and Bruce Springsteen, her radio to radio, the rock moments she'll never forget and her current podcast with co-host CW West, Rock and Roll Confessional.
Check out the Rock and Roll Confessional website for more info and episodes here: https://www.rockandrollconfessional.rocks/
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Iconic rock photographer Neal Preston talks Led Zeppelin, the movie "Almost Famous," and LA in the 70s
Neal Preston is one of the most well respected photographers in the music business. Neal was the official tour photographer for Led Zeppelin, Queen and Bruce Springsteen, photographer for the film "Almost Famous," and has shot for a multitude of world-class magazines including Newsweek, Time, and Rolling Stone. He was also the official American concert photographer for Live Aid in 1985, cementing his status in pop culture.
In this episode we’ll discuss why he picked up a camera, surviving LA in the 70s, moments with Cameron Crowe, touring with Zeppelin, shooting Stevie Nicks and the Traveling Wilburys and his book “Exhilarated and Exhausted.”
And if you love rock photography you definitely want to grab this book. Get it here:
https://www.amazon.com/Neal-Preston-Exhilarated-Exhausted/dp/1909526452
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Drummer & Comedian Jon Wurster on working with Charlie Daniels, early concerts and Instagram: Part Two
Jon Wurster is the drummer for Superchunk, The Mountain Goats and the Bob Mould band...and he's also a comedian. In part two of our My Rock Moment interview, he'll share stories about working with rock 'n' roll greats like Charlie Daniels and Chrissie Hynde. He'll talk about a memorable night at the historic Dan Tana's in LA and early rock concerts by The Osmonds and The Carpenters that left a lasting impression. Listen now and don't forget to check out Jon's playlist below:
Apple;
https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/jon-wurster-my-rock-moment-season-2-ep-5/pl.u-76oNl2mTWMRle4
Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3nUhyASiFzwFMfo1nHT10Y?si=BSlgNjC9RU-l6u4cxqFokQ
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Drummer & Comedian Jon Wurster talks early influences, getting a record deal in the 80s and some memorable stories from the road!
Jon Wurster is the drummer for Superchunk, The Mountain Goats and the Bob Mould band...and he's also a comedian. In part one of my interview with Jon, we talk about picking up the drums as a kid, getting an album deal at 19...and almost getting arrested at London's legendary Wessex Studios (The Sex Pistol's "Never Mind the Bollocks" and The Clash's "London Calling"). It's a hilarious interview with some cringe-worthy rock stories.
Listen to the playlist below:
Apple;
https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/jon-wurster-my-rock-moment-season-2-ep-5/pl.u-76oNl2mTWMRle4
Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3nUhyASiFzwFMfo1nHT10Y?si=BSlgNjC9RU-l6u4cxqFokQ
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How Anita Pallenberg inspired The Rolling Stones & the stories behind Christine McVie's songs on Rumours: Rock Moments to Remember
In this edition of Rock Moments to Remember, we will talk about the infamous Rolling Stones muse Anita Pallenberg and how her relationship with Keith Richards and the explicit and controversial indie film "Performance" let to one of the greatest rock songs of all time!
We'll also discuss the iconic Fleetwood Mac album "Rumours", but instead of telling the well known tales of Stevie Nicks, Lindsay Buckingham and Mick Fleetwood, we'll highlight Christine McVie's contributions to the album and the stories ( we mean drama!) behind the songs.
Listen now and we'd love it if you would follow, rate or review My Rock Moment!
Episode References:
“Life,” published by Weidenfeld & Nicholson (UK) and Little, Brown and Company (US) , written by Keith Richards and James Fox
https://faroutmagazine.co.uk/rolling-stones-gimme-shelter-merry-clayton-story-miscarriage/
https://www.rollingstone.com/feature/fleetwood-macs-rumours-10-things-you-didnt-know-121876/
https://fleetwoodmac.fandom.com/wiki/You_Make_Loving_Fun
https://www.ranker.com/list/true-stories-behind-fleetwood-mac-rumours-album/melissa-sartore
https://crockpics.com/the-story-behind-fleetwood-macs-you-make-loving-fun/
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Stevie Nicks, Laurel Canyon and the Sunset Strip with Rock Journalist & Presenter Kylie Olsson: Part Two
Kylie Olsson has interviewed the biggest names in rock - from Aerosmith to Sabbath. In Part Two of our interview she tells us about an unforgettable night with Brian May of Queen, Joe Elliott of Def Leppard and Stevie Nicks at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony afterparty. We also talk about the history of rock in Los Angeles - including Laurel Canyon and the Sunset Strip.
Listen now and don't forget to check out Kylie's YouTube show "Life in Six Strings" and the episode playlist, curated by Kylie, with the links below!
Life in Six Strings: https://www.youtube.com/user/kylieolsson
Playlist:
Apple: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/kylie-olsson-my-rock-moment-season-2-ep-2/pl.u-V9D7mqacBA8rMq
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/37majAiSvoCRI2aINsLZvo?si=zw5aoMAbSjKCttHMr5PTEw
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Jimmy Page, Jeff Beck and "Life in Six Strings" with Rock Journalist & Presenter Kylie Olsson
Kylie Olsson has interviewed the biggest names in rock - from Aerosmith to Sabbath. In Part One of our interview she talks about her love of Jeff Beck and what it felt like to interview Jimmy Page and all of Led Zeppelin for the first time (a religious moment for sure!). She'll also tell us a bit about her new YouTube show "Life in Six Strings" and who she would love to have on as a guest...(Jeff Beck, I hope you're listening!).
Listen now and don't forget to check out Kylie's YouTube show "Life in Six Strings" and the episode playlist, curated by Kylie, with the links below!
Life in Six Strings: https://www.youtube.com/user/kylieolsson
Playlist:
Apple: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/kylie-olsson-my-rock-moment-season-2-ep-2/pl.u-V9D7mqacBA8rMq
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/37majAiSvoCRI2aINsLZvo?si=zw5aoMAbSjKCttHMr5PTEw
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How Peter Tork became a Monkee & the eerie coincidence between Mama Cass and Keith Moon of The Who: Rock Moments to Remember
This is the first edition of Rock Moments to Remember - part of the My Rock Moment podcast - where we highlight some little known stories from the rock 'n' roll vault. In this episode we talk The Monkees, Mama Cass and Keith Moon!
If you are a fan of The Monkees, then you know that that quirky quartet was perfectly cast. But did you know that hundreds of actors and musicians, some we know very well today, auditioned for one of those 4 sacred slots? We'll tell the story of Peter Tork and how he became a Monkee, thanks in part to one famous musician and former roommate!
Rock has a list of famous faces that left us too soon. And Mama Cass of The Mamas & the Papas and Keith Moon of The Who are at the top of that list. However, the are a number of eerie similarities between their early demise... Listen now to find out more!
Episode References:
“Hey Hey We’re the Monkees," published by General Publishing Group, written by Harold Bronson
"Is Tiny Dancer Really Elton’s Little John?: Music’s Most Enduring Mysteries, Myths, and Rumors Revealed," published by Three Rivers Press, written by Gavin Edwards.
https://www.monkeeslivealmanac.com/blog/stephen-stills-on-auditioning-for-the-monkees
https://www.metv.com/lists/10-things-you-might-not-know-about-the-monkees
http://rockandrollgarage.com/keith-moon-and-cass-elliot-died-in-the-same-bad-vibrations-apartment/
https://faroutmagazine.co.uk/mama-cass-keith-moon-death-the-who-mayfair/
https://www.idolator.com/7675185/these-insane-rock-star-rumors-are-actually-true?view-all&chrome=1
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Iconic Photographer Chris Cuffaro on Michael Hutchence, George Michael and Carlos Santana
Iconic photographer Chris Cuffaro has shot the biggest bands and artists from the late 80s, 90s and more. If you’re a fan of George Michael, INXS, Nirvana, Chris Cornell, Red Hot Chili Peppers, No Doubt or Pearl Jam (the list goes on and on), you’ve definitely seen his work.
Chris loves to talk as much as he loves taking photos, so it's a candid and entertaining retrospective of his rock photography career and the unforgettable experiences he's had along the way.
We’ll talk about the George Michael fan he’ll never forget, swapping shoes with Michael Hutchence, shooting his hero, Carlos Santana…and the only artist that ever made him cry. Chris is certainly an interesting study…and as he likes to say, LA’s best kept secret!
Check out the playlist with the links below!
Apple:
https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/chris-cuffaro-my-rock-moment-ep-8/pl.u-mJy8150Czrk3VG
Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1yMRbuR3jm0mFrd9GYhp7y?si=8NH_x9_7SNWVJJ4C4k3YRQ
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Todd Kerns Talks Early Music Influences, Slash, Lemmy & Some Unforgettable Rock Moments
My Rock Moment talks with Todd "Dammit" Kerns, bassist for Slash Featuring Myles Kennedy & the Conspirators and several other successful bands. In this episode Todd and I discuss his early influences growing up in Canada such as The Who and KISS, meeting Slash for the first time on the Sunset Strip, the changing music landscape from metal to alternative in the 90s...and he’ll also reveal the only rock icon he ever asked for an autograph.
Check out the episode playlist with the links below!
Apple Music
https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/todd-kerns-my-rock-moment-ep-7/pl.u-aZb0ky0FP7Gex9
Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/track/58YL9Jo1T0wyijCOZWRmyL?si=i98qsfHlTUWsYwn4-_rTiA
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The Sunset Strip in the 80s, Heavy Metal...and Stevie Nicks with Eric Blair of "The Blairing Out Show"
We’ve got Eric Blair from “The Blairing Out Show,” and his stories from the Sunset Strip in the 80s include a who’s who of hard rock and metal. He’ll talk about hanging with Motely Crue, Poison, touring with Stryper, hearing Van Halen for the first time and getting to see Guns N' Roses at the Whisky A Go Go before they hit it big. And if you are a fan of Black Sabbath and Dio, this episode is definitely one to check out. For those of you with a taste for lighter rock, hang around till the end you’ll hear about his hilarious encounter involving Stevie Nicks, a few angry security guards and a tambourine…
Check out the playlist with the links below:
Apple
https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/eric-blair-my-rock-moment-ep-6/pl.u-JPAZERGIDz642X
Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/476UJUYXKPx6UGQ1WMrtdI?si=MH3g99U0QcaB3j9actg4uw
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Ringo Starr, Graham Nash, Lita Ford, Sebastian Bach and more with Sari Cohen
Saying "I love you" to Ringo, hanging at the Rainbow Bar & Grill with Lita Ford, singing Tom Petty songs with Sebastian Bach...journalist, producer and on-air correspondent Sari Cohen shares all those stories and more! www.thesaricohen.com
This playlist has something for everyone - check it out on Apple and Spotify with the links below!
Apple:
https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/sari-cohen-my-rock-moment-ep-5/pl.u-76oNlD7TWMRle4
Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0oBcWVUT387uyBA1Ojdw6K?si=9On3iWnHTXKTMFJQ14acgQ
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TV Host Tom Bergeron talks Gladys Knight and the Pips, The Beatles, Garth Brooks and other musical encounters!
Legendary television host Tom Bergeron discusses his favorite music moments over the years - from being an honorary pip with Gladys Knight and the Pips, to attending Garth Brooks’ private listening party in the iconic Capitol Records to seeing a Hard Days’ Night when it was released in 1964. He’ll also recall some of his favorite musical guests while hosting “Hollywood Squares” and “Dancing with the Stars.”
Check out the episode playlist with the links below:
Apple:
https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/tom-bergeron-my-rock-moment-ep-4/pl.u-mJy816Ptzrk3VG
Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/316Zhy3xzxk0JtsWWgaoOt?si=xWVtlTIpS7mmaF0Hcy-3-g
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Celebrity Chef Leslie Durso Talks Prince, Bill Withers and the Sunset Strip
We’ll talk with celebrity vegan chef Leslie Durso as she tells some hilarious stories about her time with Prince, Bill Withers…and we’ll take a nostalgic trip down the Sunset Strip.
For a playlist of the songs and artists discussed during this episode, curated by Leslie Durso, click the Apple or Spotify Links below:
Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7m3UdWFWziExUql02V683v?si=XXrsHSupSSSUY3XVl3-_UA
Apple Music
https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/leslie-durso-episode-3/pl.u-38oWZlgFPEA2M3
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So what's 'My Rock Moment' all about anyway?
This is a podcast for musicians and rock lovers alike! We'll chat with guests who have amazing rock moments and stories to share...and you as the listener will come along for the journey.
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David Crosby, Laurel Canyon and the Making of "Remember My Name" with Director A.J. Eaton
A.J. Eaton, Director of the David Crosby biopic "Remember My Name" talks about how it felt to immerse himself in the Laurel Canyon scene of the 60s, the feeling he got seeing Joni Mitchell's home that prompted the song "Our House," and meeting Cameron Crowe, who produced the film, for the first time.
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