The guys continue their deep dive into crowd crush catastrophes and examine the 1979 debacle in Ohio that still gets referenced every time things go wrong at a live music event. Learn about the history of the Who, the ongoing struggle of Cincinnati to move past this venue, and what it took to get general [...]
Revisit this June 2022 conversation about the man behind The King - Colonel Tom Parker - including his (mis)management style, and what he might have been running from all along. SHOW NOTES The Colonel by Alanna Nash: https://www.amazon.com/Colonel-Extraordinary-Story-Tom-Parker/dp/1451613571/ref=asc_df_1451613571/ Austin Powers “Carnies!” clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZXRfnIfFYFI https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carny https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jim_Rose_Circus https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alanna_Nash https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Colonel_Tom_Parker https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Smith_Act https://www.britannica.com/event/Smith-Act
The guys learn a little about American history (and how it is literally managed) and breakdown the bizarre details of that time Elvis decided he needed to meet the President. Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/rocknrollbedtimestories SHOW NOTES: Songs in this episode: Elvis - “Are You Lonesome Tonight (1969, Laughing Version)” https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Archives_and_Records_Administration https://www.washingtonian.com/2020/12/21/elvis-met-nixon-50-years-ago-today-in-one-of-the-weirdest-white-house-meetings-in-history/ [...]
The guys keep the Tina Turner celebration going and continue the exploration of early rock n roll by replaying an episode about one of Ike and Tina's 1950's contemporaries - Jackie Wilson. (From April 2020) SHOW NOTES: https://www.charlotteobserver.com/entertainment/ent-columns-blogs/state-of-the-art/article31127363.html https://www.history-of-rock.com/jackie_wilson.htm
In honor of the new musical dropping into movie theaters, the guys revisit episode 67 with talk of the King, guns, television - and hatred of Robert Goulet. SHOW NOTES: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elvis_Presley https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sam_Phillips https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marion_Keisker https://outsider.com/news/entertainment/elvis-presley-shot-gun-rca-tv-while-watching-robert-goulet-still-preserved-to-this-day/ https://www.pbs.org/newshour/nation/why-elvis-shot-this-tv-and-other-photos-of-his-exhibit https://www.cheatsheet.com/entertainment/how-priscilla-presley-reacted-when-elvis-presley-shot-his-tv.html/ Will Ferrell’s Robert Goulet - https://vimeo.com/339015408 The Lisa Waller Rogers article: https://lisawallerrogers.com/tag/elvis-shooting-tv-with-robert-goulet/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Colonel_Tom_Parker https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Memphis_Mafia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sonny_West_(actor) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Red_West https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elvis%27_Greatest_Shit
The guys go deep digging into the early days of rock n roll to unearth the story behind the Drive By Truckers' favorite "Carl Perkins' Cadillac." Today's episode brought to you by Athletic Greens; Get a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. All you [...]
A listener letter lets Murdock fly his geek flag for Elvis as the guys explore the rumor that the King was known for using firearms on TV sets. Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/rocknrollbedtimestories SHOW NOTES: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elvis_Presley https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sam_Phillips https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marion_Keisker https://outsider.com/news/entertainment/elvis-presley-shot-gun-rca-tv-while-watching-robert-goulet-still-preserved-to-this-day/ https://www.pbs.org/newshour/nation/why-elvis-shot-this-tv-and-other-photos-of-his-exhibit https://www.cheatsheet.com/entertainment/how-priscilla-presley-reacted-when-elvis-presley-shot-his-tv.html/ Will Ferrell’s Robert Goulet - https://vimeo.com/339015408 The Lisa Waller Rogers article: https://lisawallerrogers.com/tag/elvis-shooting-tv-with-robert-goulet/ [...]
The guys explore the legend of a series of Filipino killings all tied to the amateur public performance of one particular song... This episode brought to you in part by HelloFresh! Click here for an $80 Discount ($50 - $20 - $10) Including Free Shipping on First Box! Use the code: HFAFF80 SHOW NOTES: [...]
The guys pay tribute to the late, great Tennessee Charley Pride, discussing his first career, his 30 #1 hits and his contribution to international peace relations. Show Notes: https://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/life/features/as-i-began-singing-crystal-chandeliers-in-belfast-i-thought-about-those-who-had-come-to-see-me-amid-all-the-violence-i-got-so-emotional-and-i-dont-do-fake-tears-35624084.html https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Troubles https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charley_Pride
Brian and Murdock explore the historical intersection of rock music and the Yuletide through entries from the Boss, the Beatles, Beach Boys and ACDC and then count down their personal Top Five Rock n Roll Christmas Lists. SHOW NOTES: The Top 5 Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/66176IN7O7zw3qqCEFimOm ASCAP list of most-performed Xmas songs: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christmas_music#Early_secular_Christmas_songs Classic Rock Xmas Memories [...]
Brian breaks down the career and carousing of soul legend Jackie Wilson - and that one time he almost died in the hallway of his apartment building. SHOW NOTES: https://www.charlotteobserver.com/entertainment/ent-columns-blogs/state-of-the-art/article31127363.html https://www.history-of-rock.com/jackie_wilson.htm https://jackiewilsonlover.wordpress.com/jackie-wilson-bio/