The Rock and Roll Geek Show

On this episode I speak with Jack Grisham of T.S.O.L., The Joykiller and his new project, Jack Grisham and The Life Undone.

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On this episode I have Brijitte West back on the show. She has a brand new album coming out on November 13th called Brijitte West and the Greenowskis on Rum Bar Records. We talk about some rock and roll stuff, some personall stuff and we do a track by track breakdown of all of the songs on the record.

Links:

Purchase Brijitte West and the Greenowskis. HERE

Brijitte West Website

Facebook

Instagram

Youtube

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A Handsome Dick Manitoba tour update from Long Beach, California we are in the van, me, Craig, Raquel, and photographer Gene Ambo

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A Handsome Dick Manitoba tour update from Fresno, California

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Bryan Adams

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an update with a report from the Hollywood show: we are in Costa Mesa, California tonight on, California tour 2026an update with a report from the Hollywood show

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The joykiller

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From Handsome Dick Manitoba tour  from Gold figgers in Hollywood

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Cody Jinks and Alice Cooper

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Craig Behrhorst joins me on this update from the Handsome Dick Manitoba Tour

I’m lazy so I let AI do the show notes:

An introduction from Oakland sets the stage for a lively discussion about the latest tour. The host shares that this is the earliest podcast recording to date, reflecting on the busy schedule of six or seven shows. A recap of the first show at the Stork Club in Oakland reveals a mix of excitement and nerves, especially with multiple events happening that night. The audience’s positive reception eases the tension, alth...

On this episode:
A Rush Show Review
My 105th time seeing Cheap Trick
A Sex Pistols Show Review
and MUCH MUCH MORE

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Brijitte West and The Greenowskis
Rush
Killers n Exiles
Brad Cox

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On this episode I pay tribute to the great Angry Anderson of Rose Tattoo and replay two interviews I did with him way back in 2008,

May this true icon REST IN PEACE

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Rose Tattwho?
Rose Tattoo

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I’m back after dropping the ball on the DOG DAYS OF PODCASTING

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Torpedohead
The Last Sin
The Baboon Show

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This is day 279of the Dog Days of Podcastinghttps://dogdaysofpodcasting.com/

Seth Massing writes in with A where are they now questionSeth Massy writes in with A where are they now question

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Drivin n cryin

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This is day 27 of the Dog Days of Podcastinghttps://dogdaysofpodcasting.com/

NYX from NPC Matchmaker calls in with some great band stories  

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Iggy Pop and James Williamson

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This is day 25 of the Dog Days of Podcastinghttps://dogdaysofpodcasting.com/

A memorable experience unfolds as the host recounts a beautiful sunrise watched from a golf cart. The excitement builds with the impressive catch of 42 lobsters by 11 a.m., leading to a mouthwatering description of enjoying them with soy sauce and wasabi. A fun interaction from Steven Cohen in upstate New York shares a family visit story, while the theme of friendship is highlighted, emphasizing its importance.

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00:00:04 – Introduction from San Francisco
00:00:52 – Watching the Sunrise
00:01:32 – Enjoying Lobster with Soy Sauce
00:02:14 – Listener’s Family V...

This is day 25 of the Dog Days of Podcastinghttps://dogdaysofpodcasting.com/

Friend Of The Show Chad Burns calls in with a show review of Nazareth and The Babys 

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Riot

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This is day 24 of the Dog Days of Podcastinghttps://dogdaysofpodcasting.com/

Rock and Roll Butler’s Adventure in Big Pine Key

A lively recounting of a recent trip to Big Pine Key, filled with personal anecdotes and casual reflections. The discussion opens with a humorous introduction about a ‘Rock and Roll Butler’ and quickly transitions into the setting of the recording on a Monday evening. The host shares personal experiences, including a late arrival after a tiring event, and the casual atmosphere of enjoying beers with friends. Plans for lobster hunting kick off the adventure, leadin...

This is day 22 of the Dog Days of Podcastinghttps://dogdaysofpodcasting.com/

Friend Of The Show  Chuck Speer the  rock ‘n’ roll Hoosier calls in with a Night Ranger show review

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Buckcherry

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This is day 21 of the Dog Days of Podcastinghttp://HTTPS://wwwdogdaysofofpodcasting.com

friend Of The Show in front of mine Sandy Hyde calls in with a brush with greatness

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drag strippers

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This is day 20 of the Dog Days of Podcastinghttp://HTTPS://wwwdogdaysofofpodcasting.comfriend Of The Show and friend of mine Ralph Miller calls in with a Santana Doobie BrothersMiller calls in with a Santana Doobie Brothers show review

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Quiet riot

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This is day 19 of the Dog Days of Podcastinghttp://HTTPS://wwwdogdaysofofpodcasting.comfriend Of The Show and friend of mine Ralph Miller calls in with a sheep trick ZZ Top show review at The Mountain Winery in Saratoga

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J Geils Band

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This is day 18 of the Dog Days of Podcastinghttp://HTTPS://wwwdogdaysofofpodcasting.com

I do a Listening with Butler on BJ Lisco’s new band, Caution Bomb

www.cautionbomb.com

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Samantha 7

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This is day 15!of the Dog Days of Podcastinghttps://dogdaysofpodcasting.com/

From the basement in San Francisco I answer an email from Eric the rock ‘n’ roll plee about my Bass rig when I’m in San Francisco

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Ratt

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This is day 15!of the Dog Days of Podcastinghttps://dogdaysofpodcasting.com/

James  Shapiro calls in from Rockford

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Blackberry Smoke

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This is day 14 of the Dog Days of Podcastinghttps://dogdaysofpodcasting.com/

Amy Bowen calls in with The Show!Amy Bowen calls in with a  review and Ralph Miller calls in with an Angel show review  m Amy Bowen calls in with The Show!Amy Bowen calls in with a  review and Ralph Miller calls in with an Angel show review

Music by Kings X

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Chris Capelle, The Rock n Roll Copywriter, calls in with a report of Richie Blackmore rejoining Derp Purple on stage last night at Jones Beach

The episode features a mix of personal updates and concert experiences, starting with a brief introduction and context setting. The host shares a personal update about moving out of San Francisco and reflects on a recent concert experience seeing Bryan Adams, expressing surprise at the quality of the performance. Significant music news regarding Ritchie Blackmore’s reunion with Deep Purple garners attention online. The host discusses the choices available for concerts and st...

On this episode I speak with Ira Blacker. He has a new book out called Once A King, Now A Prince a rock and roll memoir about survival, the music business, family dysfunction, and the strange road that carried me from abuse and fear into the center of rock and roll history.

Once A King, Now A Prince Website

PURCHASE THE BOOK

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Little Feat

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This is day 11 of the Dog Days of Podcasting. 

Friend of the Show and Friend of Mine, Ralph Miller, calls in with a show review of AC/DC

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Alice Cooper

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This is day 9

of the Dog Days of Podcasting.

We take a ride on the iconic Cyclone  roller coaster at Coney Island

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Montose

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This is day 8 of the Dog Days of Podcasting.

John Bartholow wrote in requesting that I revisit Alice Cooper’s hair metal era so we revisit the albums Constrictor, Raise Your Fist and Yell, Trash and Hey .Stoopid

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Alice Cooper

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This is day 6 of the Dog Days of Podcasting.

Chris Capelle, The Rock and Roll Copywriter calls in with an addendum to yesterday’s show reviews.

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Sammy Hagar

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This is day 6 of the Dog Days of Podcasting.

Chris Capelle, The Rock and Roll Copywriter calls in with 3 show reports.

Music by

Joan Jett & The Blackhearts

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This is day 5 of the Dog days of pecasting

Friend Of The Show Kirk Crawford Wright in with a great question

Music by Udo

This episode dives into memorable concert e

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This is day 4 of the Dog days of  Podcasting 

Suggestiom from friend of The Show Todd Cunningham

Music by
Keel

Opening Acts That Outshine Headliners

This episode dives into memorable concert experiences where opening acts stole the show from headliners. Starting with an introduction from California, the host shares the date and context of the recording, marking day four of the Dog Days of Podcasting challenge. The discussion kicks off with a prompt about concerts where the opening band was better than the main act, leading to a nostalgic recount of...

This is day 4 of the Dog days of  Podcasting 

Lars Lenova writes  in with five questions for Michael Butler

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Squeeze

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This is day 2 of the Dog days of  Podcasting 

Today  we go gardening

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Kiss

This is day one of the Dog days of  Podcasting 

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Mott

The episode kicks off with an intriguing introduction to the Rock and Roll Butler’s mushroom hunting escapades. Set in an undisclosed trail in upstate New York, the host shares his passion for foraging mushrooms, emphasizing his expertise. He highlights the value of mushrooms, particularly morels and chanterelles, which he considers the holy grail of edible fungi. The conversation shifts to the practical side of mushroom hunting, discussing what to do with large quantities of mushrooms and the various ways to enjo...

This is from the undisclosed location in Upstate New York.

Chuck Speer, The Rock and Roll Hoosier calls in with a Ted Nugent show review.
R.I.P. John C. Dvorak
I need content and show ideas for The Dog Days of Podcasting
Stevie Stiletto vinyl on Ebay
John Nashed Remixed “The Doctor” from Cheap Trick

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The Living End
Ted Nugent
Social Distortion
Cheap Trick
Airbourne

This is from the undisclosed location in Upstate New York. We made it. Also, JS Skulls calls in with some advice and a Marshall Tucker Show Review.

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The Hellacopters

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I’m on the road in a 16 foot Penske truck  I’m doing this show from a hotel room in Bolingbrook, Illinois. friend Of The Show Jeff  Zelepugas  joins me and my undisclosed beautiful travel companion

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The Kinks

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I’m on the road in a 16 foot Penske truck  I’m doing this show from a hotel room in Bolingbrook, Illinois. friend Of The Show Jeff  Zelepugas  joins me and my undisclosed beautiful travel companion

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The Kinks

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In I’m on the road in a 16 foot Penske truck  I’m doing this show from a bar in Omaha Nebraska called the Fan Tan Club 

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The Runaways

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