Hall Watchers

A Monday music podcast hosted by Eric and Mary, a music-obsessed husband and wife team. We discuss the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, music honors, history & pop culture.

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Episodes

Episode 64: Looking Back at Rock Hall 2018

Join us for our final in person Rock Hall ceremony look back, where we look back at our experience at Rock Hall 2018! We talk about our special trip to the museum, the excitement of meeting some fellow Rock Hall watchers and our experience at the ceremony.

Apr 05, 2021•1 hr 18 min•Season 3Ep. 64

Episode 63: Looking Back at Rock Hall 2015

This week’s trip down memory lane puts us back in Cleveland for the Rock Hall 2015 ceremony. We reminisce about the induction performances, fondly remember Bill Withers' comedy bit, talk about the Beatles reunion and how “it don’t come easy” sitting through multiple lengthy speeches.

Mar 29, 2021•1 hr 22 min•Season 3Ep. 63

Episode 62: Looking Back at Rock Hall 2013

We continue our ceremony flashback series by looking back at our experience at Rock Hall 2013, and all we can say is “I Love L.A.!” We talk about some of the historical happenings that were going on during the ceremony weekend, talk about all of the induction performances and fondly remember one of the greatest All-Star jams we’ve seen.

Mar 22, 2021•1 hr 16 min•Season 3Ep. 62

Episode 61: Looking Back at Rock Hall 2012

Cue Huey Lewis because today we’re gonna go back in time to the Rock Hall 2012. We discuss our first time attending a Rock Hall ceremony, what we thought of each inductee and their performance and our first impressions of the Rock Hall museum.

Mar 15, 2021•1 hr 22 min•Season 3Ep. 61

Episode 60: California Saga: 60 Years of the Beach Boys

In 1961 a group of young men from Hawthorne with soaring harmonies created the California Sound and with it, one of the most important musical legacies in history. Today we celebrate 60 years of the Beach Boys by discussing their humble beginnings, our favorite songs, our pilgrimage to Hawthorne and their Rock Hall induction.

Mar 01, 2021•1 hr 33 min•Season 3Ep. 60

Bonus Episode: Rock Hall 2021 Ballot Reaction

Today, Eric surprises Mary with nominees for the Rock Hall class of 2021. The coffee is hot, the emotions are high and the swears are flying. You don't want to miss a moment! (Well except maybe the screams).

Feb 10, 2021•45 min

Episode 59: School of Rock: A Chat with Wes Gabrielsen

Class is in session, and today we have Portland-area school teacher Wes Gabrielsen, who talks about how he's brought the Rock Hall into the classroom and what artists speak to the younger generation. We also discuss his biggest Rock Hall snubs and because we can’t help ourselves, the Singles category.

Feb 08, 2021•1 hr 12 min•Season 3Ep. 59

Episode 58: Hall Watchers at the Movies

Today we review a variety of music-related documentaries, shows and movies we’ve seen recently including: Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom, One Night in Miami, Selena: The Series and The Bee Gees: How Can You Mend a Broken Heart.

Feb 01, 2021•1 hr 10 min•Season 3Ep. 58

Episode 57: An American Band: Why The Village People Matter

From the ashes of the Stonewall Riots rose a civil rights movement, and a band that challenged people’s perceptions of masculinity followed in its wake. Today we discuss The Village People’s career, their role in bringing queer culture to mainstream audiences, and their enduring legacy in American pop culture. We also discuss whether these macho men have a place in the Rock Hall.

Jan 25, 2021•1 hr 15 min•Season 3Ep. 57

Episode 56: 20 Suggestions for Rock Hall 2021

It's our Season 3 premiere! Join us as Eric goes over his 20 suggestions for the next Rock Hall ballot, from Motown pioneers to '90s alt-rockers to heavy metal heroes.

Jan 18, 2021•1 hr 28 min•Season 3Ep. 56

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