The Rock Pod
Your backstage pass to the wildest stories in rock 'n' roll history. Hosted by Jimmy—rock trivia junkie, liner-note addict, and guy who still thinks cassettes were underrated—The Rock Pod takes you deep into the music, mayhem, and madness behind the legends. From epic albums and infamous feuds to one-hit wonders and vanishing acts, each fully scripted episode is a mix of deep research, dry humor, and serious love for all things loud. New episodes weekly on Tuesday. Classic rock, glam, grunge, punk, and everything in between. All Killer! No Filler! Press play. Crank it up. And remember: there's no such thing as too much cowbell. #TheRockPod #RockNRollHistory #PodcastAddict #LoudAndProud #TurnItUpTo11 #Podcast Visit TheRockPod.com for more information! Be sure to subscribe to receive every episode as soon as it is released!
Episodes
When Cheap Trick formed in the early 70s in Rockford, Illinois, nobody could have guessed they’d become cult heroes on one continent and global rock stars on another.
With Rick Nielsen’s checkerboard guitars and madcap energy, Robin Zander’s powerhouse vocals, Tom Petersson’s invention of the 12-string bass, and Bun E. Carlos’s chain-smoking everyman drumming, they didn’t look like your average rock band. And that’s exactly why peop...
This week in rock history was full of highs, lows, and birthdays that shaped the sound of generations. On October 20, 1977, Lynyrd Skynyrd’s tragic plane crash shook the world of Southern rock, cutting short the lives of Ronnie Van Zant, Steve Gaines, and Cassie Gaines. Back in 1958, Bill Haley & His Comets rocked West Berlin so hard that the concert ended in a riot, sparking a temporary ban on rock shows.
But it wasn’t all trag...
The Rock Pod cranks up the amps for a deep dive into KISS, the self-proclaimed Gods of Thunder. From the smoky clubs of New York to pyrotechnic-packed arenas, this episode takes you behind the makeup, the madness, and the merch that made KISS one of the loudest legacies in rock history. It’s fire, blood, glitter, and a whole lotta rock ’n’ roll!
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What’s the greatest rock band of all time? The Beatles? Led Zeppelin? The Stones? Or maybe you’re Team Nirvana, Team Queen, or you’ve got AC/DC cranked up so loud you didn’t even hear the question.
In this episode, Jimmy dives headfirst into one of the most heated debates in music history — counting down The Rock Pod’s Top 10 Greatest Rock Bands of All Time. From the psychedelic brilliance of Pink Floyd to the swagger of the Stones,...
From the spark of Beatlemania to the thunder of AC/DC, this week in rock music history is stacked with milestones. On October 13, 1963, The Beatles lit up British television and sent Beatlemania into overdrive. A decade later, The Rolling Stones topped the UK charts with Goats Head Soup and its unforgettable ballad Angie. By 1980, AC/DC’s Back in Black went Platinum, solidifying their comeback after Bon Scott’s passing. And in 1982...
In this episode of The Rock Pod, we’re diving headfirst into the story of Seven Mary Three—the post-grunge rockers who gave us the iconic ‘90s anthem “Cumbersome” and a whole lot more. From their college roots and explosive rise to the pressures of radio success and artistic evolution, we break down the journey of a band that never quite got its full due.
Host Jimmy takes you behind the riffs, the record deals, and the raw emotion t...
From Beatles breakthroughs to Zeppelin dominance, this week in rock history had it all. On October 6, 1969, George Harrison stepped into the spotlight when The Beatles released Something, the first Harrison-penned A-side. That same day in 1979, Led Zeppelin’s In Through the Out Door hit #1 in the U.S., marking the last chart-topping moment before John Bonham’s passing. But it wasn’t all triumph—on October 6, 1966, rock lost Johnny ...
From the ashes of Mother Love Bone to the heights of global superstardom, Pearl Jam carved their own path through the grunge explosion—and then swerved to avoid it. In this epic episode of The Rock Pod, Jimmy dives headfirst into the legacy of Eddie Vedder and the band that redefined what it meant to stay true in an industry built on compromise.
We’ll unpack the stories behind iconic tracks like “Alive,” “Jeremy,” and “Better Man,” ...
From The Distance to Short Skirt/Long Jacket, we’re slicing into the quirky, funky, trumpet-blaring world of Cake!
Hear the back stories, the irony, the lineup changes, and the hits that made them one of the most unique bands of the ‘90s and 2000s.
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From punk-tinged new wave to piano-driven perfection, this week in rock history covers it all. The Police scored their first UK #1 with Message in a Bottle, Grand Funk Railroad hit the top of the U.S. charts with We’re an American Band, and The Beatles made their official debut with Love Me Do. Meanwhile, Elton John dropped his masterpiece Goodbye Yellow Brick Road, and Cream launched their farewell tour. A week of firsts, lasts, a...
From the gritty streets of Orange County to the top of the alt-rock charts, The Offspring smashed their way into punk history with sharp riffs, sarcastic lyrics, and surprising smarts. In this episode of The Rock Pod, Jimmy dives headfirst into the full-throttle story of Dexter, Noodles, and the band that made millions question their self-esteem.
We’ll unpack the early days of Manic Subsidal, their DIY punk roots, the breakout succe...
In this explosive episode of The Rock Pod, Jimmy takes you on a high-voltage journey through the legacy of AC/DC — from their gritty beginnings in Australia to their global rock domination. We dive into the wild charisma of Bon Scott, the massive success of Back in Black, the unwavering power of Angus Young's riffs, and the thunderous evolution of one of rock’s most iconic bands.
You’ll hear the backstories, the heartbreaks, the tri...
From Bowie’s glitter invasion to Sabbath’s last stand, this week in rock history brought some serious milestones. David Bowie launched the U.S. Ziggy Stardust tour in Cleveland, the very first Farm Aid raised millions for struggling farmers, and Black Sabbath dropped Never Say Die!—the last album from the original lineup before Ozzy’s exit. Add in Grace Slick’s first gig with The Great Society and the birth of Geffen Records, and y...
In this epic deep dive, Jimmy peels back the glittery, grungy layers of The Smashing Pumpkins — from the sweaty Chicago clubs of the late '80s to the arena-filling drama of Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness and beyond.
It’s a tale of towering ambition, dreamy distortion, internal implosions, and the ever-unapologetic Billy Corgan. We’re talking about the band that blurred the lines between grunge, goth, and glam with tracks lik...
In this epic deep dive episode, Jimmy takes you on a ride through the life and music of Huey Lewis — from his early harmonica busking days in Europe to fronting one of the most beloved bands of the ’80s.
Hear the untold stories of Clover, the making of Sports, the MTV era, the Back to the Future breakthrough, and the battles Huey faced offstage.
Packed with humor, history, and the unforgettable soundtrack of an era, this episode pr...
From dingy garages to the biggest stadiums on Earth—Metallica’s story is a mix of speed, tragedy, controversy, and sheer metal glory. In this episode of The Rock Pod, Jimmy takes you through the band’s epic journey: the raw thrash of Kill ’Em All, the technical mastery of Master of Puppets, the heartbreak of losing Cliff Burton, the mainstream takeover with The Black Album, and the wild twists of haircuts, lawsuits, and therapy ses...
Elvis battled himself on the charts with Don’t Be Cruel and Hound Dog, the Beatles got yanked off stage mid-show in Cleveland, and Blind Faith proved the supergroup hype was real by topping charts in both the U.S. and the U.K. Add in a pricey Beatles charity gig and a birthday shout-out, and you’ve got one wild week in rock ’n’ roll history.
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Glam, grit, and glorious mayhem—The Rock Pod dives headfirst into the leather-studded madness of Mötley Crüe. Jimmy takes you through the band’s insane ride from Sunset Strip nobodies to glam-metal royalty: car crashes, overdoses, pentagrams, Pamela, power ballads, and everything in between. It’s the whole twisted tale—loud and dirty.
Highlights:
- Nikki Sixx dies (but not for long)
- Vince Neil crashes & courts
- Tommy Lee drums lik...
Get ready to walk through hell—Texas style. In this heavy-hitting episode of The Rock Pod, host Jimmy takes you deep into the blistering, beer-soaked saga of Pantera, the band that flipped metal on its head and gave us some of the fiercest riffs in rock history.
From their glam metal roots and the arrival of Phil Anselmo, to the rise of groove metal with Cowboys from Hell, Vulgar Display of Power, and beyond—this is the full-throttl...
From new wave cool to Lennon’s big leap, this week in rock is stacked with milestones. The Cars’ Benjamin Orr celebrates a birthday, John Lennon and the Plastic Ono Band step onstage in Toronto for a post-Beatles turning point, and MTV launches the very first VMAs—complete with Madonna’s unforgettable “Like a Virgin” moment. Elvis lands on TV Guide, Eddie Cochran signs his big deal, and the beat goes on.
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