Booked On Rock

Booked On Rock

For Those About To Read & Rock... Join host Eric Senich for deep dive discussions of the greatest artists, albums, songs and moments in rock history with the authors who've written all about them and those who were there when it all happened! WEBSITE: www.BookedOnRock.com

Episodes

The Album Cover That Made KISS Legends: Destroyer’s Secret Weapon [Highlight From Episode 360]

February 21, 2026 • 2 mins
Long before you heard a note of Destroyer, you saw it.

In this episode highlight, acclaimed rock historian Martin Popoff, author of Kiss ’76: Twelve Months That Defined the Hottest Band in the Land, breaks down the importance of KISS’s iconic Destroyer album cover and why it became such a pivotal moment in the band’s rise.

More than just artwork, the legendary painting helped cement KISS as larger-than-life superheroes and elevated t...
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How Bob Ezrin Turned 'Destroyer' Into KISS’s Breakthrough [Highlight From Episode 360]

February 20, 2026 • 5 mins
Producer Bob Ezrin didn’t just record KISS — he reshaped them. With orchestration, choirs, sound effects, and strict studio discipline, Destroyer became the album that pushed the band beyond their live reputation and into true superstardom.

In this audio highlight, author Martin Popoff explains how Ezrin’s production approach elevated the band’s songwriting, performances, and overall ambition — creating one of the most important alb...
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The Yoko Ono Myth: Who Really Broke Up The Beatles? [Highlight From Episode 359]

February 19, 2026 • 2 mins
For decades, many fans have pointed to Yoko Ono as the reason The Beatles broke up — but history tells a far more complex story. In this audio highlight, author Madeline Bocaro (In Your Mind: The Infinite Universe of Yoko Ono) explains how the narrative took hold and what was really happening inside the band during their final years. Sometimes the loudest story isn’t the truest one.

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1976: The Year KISS Took Over the World [Episode 360]

February 18, 2026 • 42 mins
In 1976, everything changed for KISS.

After years of grinding it out on the road, the band suddenly exploded into a full-blown phenomenon — sold-out arenas, the rise of the KISS Army, merchandising everywhere, and a level of fan hysteria rock had rarely seen. This wasn’t just success… it was a takeover. The question is: why did it all happen in that one year?

In this episode, we break down the perfect storm — 'Destroyer', 'Rock &...
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Two Stories, One Band — The Quiet Riot Origin Mystery [Highlight From Episode 358]

February 17, 2026 • 5 mins
Before the platinum records… before Metal Health changed heavy metal forever… there was a beginning — and not everyone remembers it the same way.

In this episode, original bassist Kelly Garni tells his firsthand account of how Quiet Riot actually formed in early-70s Los Angeles. But the story longtime frontman Kevin DuBrow shared publicly over the years paints a very different picture. So which version is true?

We dig into the confli...
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Yoko Ono at 93: Art, Sound, and the Legacy Revisited [Episode 359]

February 16, 2026 • 29 mins
As Yoko Ono approaches her 93rd birthday, the conversation around her is changing.

With new exhibitions and Beatles films putting her back into the cultural spotlight, we take a deeper look at the artist behind the headlines. Often reduced to myth and controversy, Yoko Ono has spent decades shaping avant-garde art, experimental music, and the language of performance itself.

This episode features an interview with Madeline Bocaro, aut...
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Geezer Butler’s Secret Session with Plant, Jones & Iommi [Highlight From Episode 357]

February 15, 2026 • 1 min
Imagine Black Sabbath and Led Zeppelin colliding in one room — and someone actually hit record.

In this episode highlight clip, Denny Somach, author of Get the Led Out: How Led Zeppelin Became the Biggest Band in the World, shares the incredible story of the jam session where Geezer Butler played with Robert Plant, John Paul Jones, and Tony Iommi — a moment fans would consider impossible… except it happened. The musicians even jokin...
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He Could’ve Joined Led Zeppelin — But Said No [Highlight From Episode 357]

February 14, 2026 • 2 mins
In this audio highlight, the spotlight turns to one of rock’s greatest unsung heroes: Nicky Hopkins — the legendary session pianist who played on iconic recordings by The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, The Who, The Kinks, and countless others.

But here’s the twist: Hopkins once had the opportunity to become a member of Led Zeppelin — and turned it down. 

In this clip, Denny Somach, author of Get the Led Out: How Led Zeppelin Became the...
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Kelly Garni: His Bond with Randy Rhoads & the Birth of Quiet Riot [Episode 358]

February 12, 2026 • 66 mins
In this episode, original Quiet Riot bassist Kelly Garni shares the deeply personal story of his bond with guitar legend Randy Rhoads and the early days that shaped Quiet Riot. Garni opens up about their friendship, the tensions that led to his departure from the band, the devastating shock of Randy’s death, and how he rebuilt his life beyond rock ’n’ roll. It’s an honest, emotional look at brotherhood, loss, and the origins of one...
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Charles Manson, The Beatles, and the Motive No One Expected [Highlight From Episode 356]

February 11, 2026 • 4 mins
This episode highlight explores the competing theories behind Charles Manson’s motives — from psychological explanations and the cultural chaos of the late 1960s to the controversial claim that he may have been an unwitting subject of CIA mind-control experiments. Featuring insights from Nicholas Tochka, author of 'The Musical Lives of Charles Manson: The Beatles, the Beach Boys, and the Invention of the Sixties ―or, No Sense Makes...
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Led Zeppelin: The Band That Ruled the World [Episode 357]

February 9, 2026 • 67 mins
In this episode, we dive into the explosive rise of Led Zeppelin and the story behind how they became the biggest band in the world. From their groundbreaking sound and larger-than-life image to the tours and records that reshaped rock music, we explore the forces that propelled Zeppelin to global dominance. Featuring an in-depth interview with Denny Somach, author of 'Get the Led Out: How Led Zeppelin Became the Biggest Band in th...
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Altamont: The Night Rock Changed Forever [Highlight From Ep. 355]

February 8, 2026 • 9 mins
Richard Houghton — author of Is Everybody Ready For The Next Band?: The Rolling Stones 1969 US Tour — revisits the tragedy of the Rolling Stones’ Altamont show and the moment that forever changed the landscape of live rock music. This short clip explores how one night became a turning point in rock history.

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Manson Unmasked: Motive, Myth, and Rock ’n’ Roll [Episode 356]

February 5, 2026 • 49 mins
In this episode, we take a deep dive into the dark legacy of Charles Manson, exploring his motives, the psychology behind his crimes, and the conspiracy theories that still surround the case—while focusing on the surprising role rock music played in shaping his worldview. We’re joined by Nicholas Tochka, author of The Musical Lives of Charles Manson, who unpacks Manson’s obsession with 1960s music, his ties to major artists of the ...
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Stones ’69: The Tour That Changed Rock Forever [Episode 355]

February 2, 2026 • 49 mins
We dive deep into the Rolling Stones’ explosive 1969 U.S. Tour—a run of shows that cemented their status as the world’s most dangerous rock band and marked the beginning of the end of the 1960s dream. I'm joined by Richard Houghton, author of Is 'Everybody Ready For The Next Band?: The Rolling Stones 1969 US Tour', for an in-depth trip through the tour. From the electric performances and cultural impact to the tension, violence, an...
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When Rock Met Hip-Hop: Run-DMC, Aerosmith, Anthrax & The Birth Of A Cultural Crossover [Episode 354]

January 30, 2026 • 64 mins
In this episode, we examine the groundbreaking crossover moments when rock met hip-hop—and music history changed. From Run-DMC and Aerosmith’s “Walk This Way” to Anthrax and Public Enemy’s “Bring the Noise,” these collaborations broke musical, cultural, and racial barriers. I'm joined by Steven Blush, author of 'When Rock Met Hip-Hop', to discuss how artists like the Blondie, Beastie Boys, Ice-T, and others helped fuse genres, chal...
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The Wild Story Behind “Saturday Night’s Alright For Fighting” [Highlight From Episode 353]

January 27, 2026 • 2 mins
Loud, fast, and built to start a riot — “Saturday Night’s Alright For Fighting” didn’t happen by accident. In this audio highlight, we dig into how Elton John and Bernie Taupin crafted one of the most explosive tracks on Goodbye Yellow Brick Road — from the song’s working-class roots to the energy that made it an instant crowd favorite. This insight comes from Andrea Grasso, co-author of Elton John: Goodbye Yellow Brick Road – The ...
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'Goodbye Yellow Brick Road': The Making Of An Epic [Episode 353]

January 26, 2026 • 43 mins
Released in 1973, 'Goodbye Yellow Brick Road' marked a creative peak for Elton John — a bold, genre-spanning double album that helped define his legacy. In this episode, we explore the making of the album with authors Andrea Grasso and Luca Perasi, co-authors of 'Elton John: Goodbye Yellow Brick Road – The Making of an Epic Album'. They share behind-the-scenes stories from the Château d’Hérouville sessions, insights into Elton John...
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When the Music Slipped Away: Keith Emerson’s Story [Highlight From Episode 352]

January 24, 2026 • 2 mins
In this episode highlight, author Bruce Pegg shares the tragic final chapter of Keith Emerson, the visionary keyboardist of Emerson, Lake & Palmer. As carpal tunnel syndrome robbed Emerson of the ability to perform at the level he demanded of himself, the struggle became unbearable, leading to his death in 2016. This is a powerful and heartbreaking look at the human cost behind musical genius — and a reminder that even legends ...
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When Emerson, Lake & Palmer Brought A Tank On Tour [Highlight From Episode 352]

January 23, 2026 • 4 mins
When Emerson, Lake & Palmer toured Tarkus in 1971, prog rock spectacle hit new extremes—including a full-size tank onstage. Author Bruce Pegg shares the story behind ELP’s infamous Tarkus tour and how the band redefined what a rock concert could be.

Listen to Episode 352 - Emerson, Lake & Palmer: A History Told by the Fans

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Emerson, Lake & Palmer: A History Told by the Fans [Episode 352]

January 22, 2026 • 37 mins
Emerson, Lake & Palmer’s legacy is one of ambition, virtuosity, and fierce devotion. This episode explores the band’s history as told by the fans who lived it with Bruce Pegg, author of the new book 'Welcome Back My Friends: A People’s History of Emerson, Lake & Palmer'.

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