Strap in for a wild ride with Elvin Bishop and his fiery ensemble as they tear through the raucous track "Calling All Cows", from the rollicking 1977 live album Raisin' Hell. We dig into this electrifying live performance that showcases a band at the top of their game. A prime example of the musicianship that made the '70s a golden era for live albums; Elvin Bishop's Raisin Hell stands out as a testament to that time. For those who have never heard Elvin's work, this episode is a perfect introdu...
Jul 01, 2025•27 min•Ep. 183
We dive into the electrifying atmosphere of live music on this episode, as we take a detour from studio recordings to explore the raw energy and spontaneous magic of live performances. This time around, we're sizing up "Meadows" by Joe Walsh, from his dynamic 1976 live album, You Can't Argue with a Sick Mind. Join us as we trace the origins of Joe Walsh's musical journey and examine the intricate layers of "Meadows," from the driving guitar riff that hooks you in, to the dual drummers and star-s...
Jun 15, 2025•27 min•Ep. 182
Throughout the tapestry of music history, certain figures stand out not just for their talent but for their sheer courage and resilience. Count Jackie Shane among them-- a groundbreaking black trans woman who made a mark on the music scene in the 1950's and 60's. In our latest podcast episode, we delve into the life and legacy of Jackie Shane, a trailblazer whose story is as compelling as her music. William Bell - Published by Bais Music (BMI) & Irving Music (BMI) Learn more about your ad ch...
Jun 01, 2025•22 min•Ep. 181
In this episode, we take a fascinating journey into the world of obscure Psych and Hard Rock from the 1970's with the "Brown Acid" series. Brown Acid is not just a collection of music; it represents a moment in time, a period that falls between the peace and love of the hippie era and the aggressive sounds of punk rock-- a vital documentation of a lost chapter in American music history. In this episode, you'll be treated to a selection of tracks from the series, showcasing the eclectic and often...
May 15, 2025•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 180
Join us as we dive deep into one of Queen's most iconic tracks, "Death on Two Legs," from their legendary album A Night at the Opera, celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. This episode features an in-depth analysis of the song's history, production, and the individual tracks that make up this classic, along with performance insights from Tyler Warren, who has played this album live with the Queen Extravaganza. Don't miss this chance to celebrate the music that shaped rock history. "Death O...
May 01, 2025•39 min•Ep. 179
This episode we celebrate the 50th anniversary of one of the greatest ever made-- A Night At The Opera by Queen. I'm joined by author Gillian Gaar, whose new book, Queen and A Night at the Opera 50 Years, offers a fascinating look at the making of this legendary record. Together, we explore the unique personalities of the band members, the pressures they faced leading up to the album's release, and the innovative production techniques that defined their sound. Each track on A Night At The Opera ...
Apr 15, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 178
Saxon came out of England in the 1970's and quickly established themselves as one of the leading lights of the "New Wave Of British Heavy Metal" (NWOBHM). Their 2nd album, Wheels Of Steel, is considered one of the classic Metal albums. On this episode, we dive into "747 (Strangers In The Night)", one of the hits from this album and remains a concert favorite at any Saxon show. "747 (Strangers In The Night)" (Words & Music by Byford, Quinn, Oliver Dawson, Gill) Copyright 1980 Carrere Music/He...
Apr 01, 2025•22 min•Ep. 151
On this episode, we fix our gaze on guitarist Robin Trower. Though he's not a household name today, he continues to be held in high regard by guitar aficionados. His time with Procol Harum and the formation of his own power trio laid the foundation for a sound that would captivate audiences and inspire countless guitarists. From Trower's use of the middle pickup on his Fender Stratocaster to the swirling effects of the Univibe pedal, we explore the sonic artistry behind "Day of the Eagle", and t...
Mar 15, 2025•24 min•Ep. 176
Music has a unique way of capturing the essence of a time period, and 1975 was no exception. This year stands out in music history as a treasure trove of classic albums that have withstood the test of time, continuing to inspire and resonate with listeners even 50 years later. In the latest episode of the podcast, we take a journey through the iconic records that made 1975 a landmark year in music. Support the show by buying a t-shirt at oldglory.com and save 15% with our discount code "lovethat...
Mar 01, 2025•32 min•Ep. 175
What happens when two R&B veterans team up with a psychedelic band for a one-off single? It's either one of the weirdest songs of the '60's or a forgotten classic, depending on your take on these things. For me, I'm firmly in the "lost treasure" camp. This original mash-up by Larry Williams & Johnny "Guitar" Watson, with The Kaleidoscope backing them up, is a relic from a time when anything seemed possible. "Nobody" (Dick Cooper, Ernie Shelby) Copyright 1967 Mikim Music Inc/Carlin Music ...
Feb 15, 2025•25 min•Ep. 174
Iggy Pop made his (first) comeback with the Raw Power album, released in 1973. The album opens with the ferocious track “Search And Destroy”. Produced by David Bowie and powered by the savage energy of the reconstituted Stooges (featuring James Williamson’s guitar fury), this track set the tone, not only for this album, but for decades of punk and heavy metal to come. “Search And Destroy” (Iggy Pop & James Williamson) Copyright 1973 by Bug Music (BMI) and EMI Music Publishing Ltd. -- This sh...
Feb 01, 2025•22 min•Ep. 173
This episode, we travel back to Chicago, 1965 and dive into Fontella Bass's iconic hit, "Rescue Me." Let's explore this timeless track, recorded at the legendary Chess Studios, and discover the musical elements, the stellar lineup of musicians, and the story of Fontella Bass-- an artist who did things her way. "Rescue Me" (Carl Smith and Raynard Miner) Copyright 1965 Chevis Publishing Corporation, USA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 15, 2025•22 min•Ep. 172
Pink Floyd has been a cornerstone of rock music history, producing some of the most iconic albums ever recorded. One song that stands out in their catalog is "Have a Cigar" from the album Wish You Were Here, a track that offers a scathing critique of the music industry. In the latest episode of the podcast, we dive deep into this song, uncovering what makes "Have a Cigar" a classic. "Have A Cigar" (Roger Waters) Copyright 1975 Roger Waters Overseas, Ltd Learn more about your ad choices. Visit me...
Jan 01, 2025•26 min•Ep. 171
Welcome to our annual Bonus Holiday Episode, where I dig through my collection of Christmas & Holiday songs and pull out one of my favorites to play for you. No deep dive here, just a nice little holiday ditty to add to your playlist if you're so inclined. Also, join me at the end as say a few "thank you's" to friends, family, and most importantly, to you-- my heartfelt thanks for spending your time with the show this year. More to come in 2025, so I hope you keep listening! "All I Want For ...
Dec 21, 2024•10 min•Ep. 170
For one hot moment, Broken Homes were the buzzed-about new band in LA, and big success was ahead. It never materialized. The band cut 3 albums for MCA, but they went nowhere. On this episode, we dig into a track from their first album, one of my favorite LP's from the '80's and a real "desert island" record for me. The album never came out on CD, but if you can track down a copy on vinyl, I highly recommend it. "An L.A. Rain" (Mike Doman) Copyright 1986 — This show is one of many great music-rel...
Dec 15, 2024•28 min•Ep. 169
In this epic episode, we embark on a sonic exploration of The Who's towering anthem "Won't Get Fooled Again." We explore the song that encapsulates the very essence of rock music-- its intensity, grandeur, and unyielding spirit. We dive deep into the tumultuous history behind one of the most ambitious projects in rock history, The Who's "Lifehouse," and how it gave rise to an album that, despite its fraught genesis, stands as a masterpiece of the genre. From Pete Townsend's futuristic visions to...
Dec 01, 2024•57 min•Ep. 168
No genre had greater impact of the development of Rock & Roll than the Blues. And no instrument has contributed more to Rock than the electric guitar. In this episode, I’m joined by author Pete Prown to talk about the blues guitarists who influenced the sound of Rock (and all the genres & offshoots that followed). Some of these players became icons, others were forgotten; but they are all important figures in the evolution of the Blues and Rock—and all featured in Prown’s new book, “The ...
Nov 15, 2024•55 min•Ep. 167
One of our greatest singer/songwriters, Matthew Sweet, suffered a stroke recently. He's facing some tough times ahead, but this isn't the first challenge he's faced. Things were not going Matthew Sweet’s way in 1990; his first two albums flopped, and his marriage fell apart. His 3rd album was make-or-break, do-or-die. If this one failed, he may never get to do another record. So he & his producer went back to basics, recording a batch of guitar-oriented songs that sound both retro and refres...
Nov 01, 2024•30 min•Ep. 166
It's time for our occasional, somewhat-annual Halloween Spooktacular episode, where we pick a song appropriate to the season and see what terror awaits us. And what better way to get into the Halloween spirit than an examination (autopsy?) of the original “shock rock” song—“I Put A Spell On You” by Screamin’ Jay Hawkins. "I Put A Spell On You" (Words & Music by Jay Hawkins) Copyright 1956 (Renewed 1984) EMI Unart Catalog Inc. — Ready for more? Head over to the Pantheon Podcast Network for fu...
Oct 15, 2024•19 min•Ep. 165
Aerosmith were at their commercial & creative peak in 1976 when they released Rocks, a high-water mark in their career. The album opens with “Back In The Saddle”, one of their hardest-rocking songs and the perfect way to kick off their heaviest album. There’s lots to uncover in this song, so join us for this episode where we explore this classic track. "Back In The Saddle" (Steven Tyler & Joe Perry) Copyright 1977 Music Of Stage Three, All Rights Administered by Stage Three Music US Inc....
Oct 01, 2024•29 min•Ep. 164
On this episode, we take a journey through the rich history of Stax Records, the iconic label that defined Southern Soul music, and I play some of my favorite Stax tracks from their earliest years, 1959 to 1963. Stax produced some of the most unforgettable songs in music history. Join us as I spin up some of my personal favorites, featuring legends like Booker T. and the MGs, Otis Redding, Rufus Thomas, The Mar-Keys and Carla Thomas. Learn about the unique sound of Stax, the community that foste...
Sep 15, 2024•35 min•Ep. 163
One song can’t really define a whole genre, but “September Gurls” by Big Star comes pretty damn close – it IS the sound of Power Pop. Jangly guitars, plaintive vocal, angelic harmonies, all neatly wrapped up in under 3 minutes. It became a template to inspire bands as diverse as R.E.M., Cheap Trick, The Bangles, KISS, and The Replacements. Discover why Big Star is often called “the most influential band you’ve never heard of”. “September Gurls” (Alex Chilton) Copyright 1974 Koala Music Corporati...
Sep 01, 2024•22 min•Ep. 162
Titanic Love Affair never got a big break and flew under the radar with a couple of albums before calling it quits. On this episode, we explore a song by this underappreciated band—a supremely catchy number called “Happy” that shoulda been a contender. Join us in appreciation for this song, this band, and the late, great Jay Bennett. “Happy” (Jay Bennett, Ken Hartz, Michael Trask, Lars Gustafsson) Copyright 1991 Virgin Music, Inc./Say Jim Music (ASCAP) Here's the link to the GREAT episode of the...
Aug 15, 2024•20 min•Ep. 161
60 years ago—July 1964 in the UK, August 1964 in the US—The Beatles film A Hard Day’s Night was unleashed, driving Beatlemania to even greater heights. Accompanying the film was the album of the same name, and its classic title cut. One of The Beatles’ finest singles, “A Hard Day’s Night” features all the elements that made The Beatles so special. On this episode, we break down this legendary track to see what makes it such a great song. “A Hard Day’s Night” (Lennon/McCartney) Copyright 1964 Son...
Aug 01, 2024•27 min•Ep. 160
Small Faces are one of the all-time great British bands from the 1960's but they never got the attention, success or respect they deserved. (Some of that was due to self-inflicted damage, but still...) Their biggest hit was "Itchycoo Park", 2:45 of psychedelic pop perfection. All 4 members of the band shine, and engineer Glyn Johns gets to introduce the world to the sound of flanging. Feel inclined to blow your mind? Check out this episode. "Itchycoo Park" (Steve Marriott, Ronnie Lane) Copyright...
Jul 15, 2024•20 min•Ep. 159
William "Smokey" Robinson was the man behind many of Motown's greatest hits-- not just the tracks he recorded himself with The Miracles, he also wrote many hits for other Motown acts. But perhaps his greatest achievement was "Tracks Of My Tears". It was selected by the RIAA & NEA as one of the 365 Greatest Songs of the 20th Century; it's on the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame's list of 500 Songs That Shaped Rock & Roll, and Rolling Stone magazine named it The Greatest Motown Song Of All Time....
Jul 01, 2024•26 min•Ep. 158
Singer/Songwriter Al Stewart came out of the London Folk scene, but by the mid-70's struck it big with MOR/AM Radio hit, "Year Of The Cat". But there's more to this Mr. Stewart than just this one hit. On this episode, I'm joined by fellow podcaster (and Al Stewart fan extraordinaire) Craig Smith to discuss the deep cut "Life In Dark Water". "Life In Dark Water" - Al Stewart Copyright 1978 D.J.M./Frabjous Music Approximate Music Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 15, 2024•52 min•Ep. 157
The Cars debut album was a commercial and critical success. The pressure was on for a follow-up, and the band delivered big time with their 2nd album, Candy-O. The album was packed with more Cars classics, including the subject of this episode, "It's All I Can Do", a song that shows the strengths of each band member-- everyone contributing something special top this great track. "It's All I Can Do" (Ric Ocasek) Copyright 1979 Lido Music Inc ...and check out this previous episode on The Cars: lov...
Jun 01, 2024•17 min•Ep. 156
A while back, we did an episode celebrating the Nuggets album, that quintessential collection of 1960’s psychedelic garage rock. But psychedelia was an international phenomenon, and on this episode, we’re travelling across the pond to feature the long-lost psychedelic bands from the UK. All of these selections are available on the excellent compilation albums in the Rubble series—if you like what you hear here, check those out. -- While you're here, check out some of the other shows on the Panth...
May 15, 2024•38 min•Ep. 155
Few bands left a legacy as deep and as lasting as The Ramones. You literally couldn’t count the number of bands who were influenced by these 4 New York ne’er-do-wells. They created a sound and a look that virtually created a whole genre of music. Let’s have a listen to one of their classic tracks, “I Wanna Be Sedated”. "I Wanna Be Sedated" (Jeffrey Hyman, John Cummings & Douglas Colvin) Copyright 1978 Bleu Disque Music Co., Inc and Taco Tunes — This show is just one of many great music-theme...
May 01, 2024•15 min•Ep. 154
