Drew Stone's “xxx All Ages xxx” film documents the early Boston hardcore music scene from 1981 through 1984. “The New York Chronicles Film” is an incredible journey though the community and culture of the iconic New York hardcore scene. The hardcore culture, straight edge and D.I.Y. (‘Do It Yourself’) ethics of the time are also explored, as is, of course, Boston versus New York.Director Drew Stone is also the lead singer for New York City’s Antidote and hosts a podcast that focuses on hardcore music and its community. Join us for an incredible look into 40+ years of this highly influential and vibrant music scene that is still going strong to this day.AllMusicPodcasts is a proud member of the Pantheon Media Network.

Author Annie Zaleski talks about her favorite Duran Duran side projects, song covers, and the best — and worst — covers of the their songs by other bands.AllMusicPodcasts is a proud member of the Pantheon Media Network.

In the '80s, the Birmingham, England, band Duran Duran became closely associated with new wave, an idiosyncratic genre that dominated the decade's music and culture. No album represented this rip-it-up-and-start-again movement better than the act's breakthrough 1982 LP, “Rio.”However, the album was not a success everywhere at first; in fact, "Rio" had to be buffed-up with remixes and reissued before it found an audience in America. The album was further buoyed by colorful music videos, which established Duran Duran as leaders of an MTV-driven second British Invasion, and the group's cutting-edge visual aesthetic. Author Annie Zaleski joins us to talk about how and why Rio became a landmark pop-rock album, and examines how the LP was both a musical inspiration-and a reflection of a musical, cultural, and technology zeitgeist.AllMusicPodcasts is a proud member of the Pantheon Media Network.

The director (and reluctant star) of "Roadie: My Documentary" talks about the devastating effects of COVID on the live music industry, the people it depends on, and where we are now, and where it all might go...AllMusicPodcasts is a proud member of the Pantheon Media Network.

Unapologetically indie, “ROADIE: My Documentary” spans the 20 year career of roadie turned filmmaker, TJ Hoffmann as he takes you behind the scenes and on the run with rock-n-roll road crews.Filmed in a handful of countries over the course of ten years, "ROADIE" begins as a quest to find out why anyone would want to become one, but over time another narrative is discovered as TJ, the man behind the camera is forced to confront his inner demons. TJ interviews the road dogs and techs who worked behind Motley Cure, KISS, Madonna, Guns “n: Roses, Elton John, Skid Row, and many others.AllMusicPodcasts is a proud member of the Pantheon Media Network.

Our first easily-digestible short take, with author Paul Sexton. Favorite Prince tune? Favorite song? And in career chock full of iconic moments, you have to pick one of two. Tune in to hear what Paul has to say...AllMusicPodcasts is a proud member of the Pantheon Media Network.

Prince Rogers Nelson was a musical phenomenon who constantly reinvented himself throughout his long and colorful career, changing his style and even his name to keep his artistic output fresh and funky.Author Paul Sexton joins us to talk about his unique book “Prince: A Portrait of the Artist in Memories and Memorabilia,” including stories from those who knew Prince best, and some of the incredible photographs of the artist.AllMusicPodcasts is a proud member of the Pantheon Media Network.

For 30 years, the Grateful Dead were the most unlikely success story in rock and roll. At the peak of their popularity, they were the highest-grossing concert act in America. Director Amir Bar-Lev joins us to talk about his remarkable film “Long Strange Trip” that explores all aspects of this beloved band, a tribe of contrarians who made art out of open-ended chaos, and inadvertently achieved success.Longtime heads will happily tune in and drop out, of course, but casual or even non-fans shouldn't fear Long Strange Trip, the definitive and unprecedented look at the life of the Dead. Join us and Amir to hear more about this one-of-a-kind documentary film.AllMusicPodcasts is a proud member of the Pantheon Media Network.

The legendary independent roots label Rounder Records was born in 1970. Founder and author Bill Nowlin said “it was a hobby that got out of control.” His new book is the story of three people with no background in business who took an idea and, through hard work and passion, built up something of lasting cultural significance.Bill joins us to take us through those fifty years, with stories about the music business, and his partners, roots music, George Thorogood and The Destroyers, Studio One and Jamaica, 15-year -old prodigy Alison Krauss, her record with Led Zeppelin frontman Robert Plant, and the role of record labels today.AllMusicBooks is a proud member of the Pantheon Media Network.

"Journey of Dreams" is the story of the iconic genre-busting 1990s 'Low Rock' band Morphine. Director Mark Shuman joins us to talk about the trio's unique and mesmeric sound. that continues to resonate with its fans and music lovers worldwide following the death of its singer, songwriter and two-string bassist Mark Sandman onstage at an Italian music festival in 1999. Morphine's story is told by its surviving members and the coterie around them, sans narration, and made palpable through saxophonist Dana Colley's tour journals. Rare live performances from throughout the group's career are woven into the tale, along with interviews with Joe Strummer, Steve Berlin, Henry Rollins and The Blasters hornman Steve Berlin.AllMusicPodcasts is a proud member of the Pantheon Media Network.

Philip Lynott packed a vast amount into his 36 years. An instantly identifiable singer, charismatic stage performer and supremely gifted songwriter, the guiding spirit of Thin Lizzy combined the instincts of a wild man with the soul of a poet.Author Graeme Thomson joins us and talks about Lynott’s unique childhood, his embrace of Irish history and mythology, and his fascinating contradiction between rock star excess and the shy, sensitive “orphan” raised in working-class Dublin. And, of course, Thin Lizzy.AllMusicPodcasts is a proud member of the Pantheon Media Network.

“Bob And The Monster” is a documentary film that follows Thelonious Monster lead singer Bob Forrest, through his life-threatening struggle with addiction, to his transformation into one of the most influential and controversial drug counselors in the US today.The film, directed by Keirda Bahruth, crafts contemporary footage, animation and compelling interviews with archival performances and personal videos from Bob's past to reveal the complex layers of this troubled, but hopeful soul. AllMusicPodcasts is a proud member of the Pantheon Media Network.

In 1972, director Perry Henzell released the film “The Harder They Come.” Its story revolves around a rural Jamaican musician who journeys to the city of Kingston in search of fame and fortune. Ivan, the central character is played by a young Jimmy Cliff. The film was an immediate hit in Jamaica and eventually the US via midnight shows, running weeks and sometimes years in some cities.Reggae historian Roger Steffens joins us to talk about this highly influential film, which turns fifty next year! We’ll also discuss the soundtrack that features Cliff, Toots and The Maytals, Desmond Decker and many others, and would virtually establish reggae music outside of Jamaica. Join us!AllMusicPodcasts is a proud member of the Pantheon Media Network.

On May 5, 2019, we published our very first podcast, speaking with authors about their books on music in various genres. And now, we are 58 episodes and two years in, and we’re still at it. Thanks to all of you who follow us, comment, makes suggestions and tune in. And in fact, we’re still growing. Or about to anyway… One thing we’ve noticed is the incredible increase in music documentaries and films. There are so many classics and, these days, there seems to a new music movie every week. . So….what to do when you’re super busy, and still growing? Cast a bigger, wider net, of course. Veteran documentary filmmaker Peter Spirer joins us to talk about this phenomenon, and reggae historian Roger Steffens gives a taste of what's coming to AllMusicMovies. Have a listen and find out more! AllMusicPodcasts is a proud member of the Pantheon Media Network.

In Jamaica, the music world was rougher than rough. The record men took monikers of royalty and machismo, like Duke and King and Lord. These boastful ringleaders fired guns into the air after descending a throne, and violent gangs stormed dances to "mash up" competing sound systems. The Jamaican music business was a man’s world. How was a little girl with a sweet song in her soul to have a chance? In “Songbirds: Pioneering Women in Jamaican Music” author Heather Augustyn joins us to bring to life the stories of these inspirational women who found a way. These are the never-before-told stories of the women singers who persevered and made it – no matter the struggle— so that their music can be savored, and their lives finally celebrated. Tune in!AllMusicPodcasts is a proud member of the Pantheon Media Network.

Nipsey Hussle was a hip hop mogul, artist, and activist whose transformative legacy inspired a generation with his motivational lyrics and visionary business savvy — before he was tragically shot down in the very neighborhood he was dedicated to building up.Join us and Vibe magazine’s Rob Kenner as we dig into his book on Nipsey Hussle, and trace the life and work of an extraordinary artist, placing him in historical context and unpacking his complex legacy. Hussle was determined to win the race to success on his own terms, and he wanted to see his whole community in the winner’s circle with him. Sadly, it all ended too soon. AllMusicPodcasts is a proud member of the Pantheon Media Network.

Author Robert Duncan was barely out of his teens when he started writing for the influential music magazine Creem, becoming its managing editor at 22. He worked alongside legendary rock critic Lester Bangs, witnessed his tragic spiral, and finally discovered him dead of an OD in the apartment next door. He went on to write for Rolling Stone, Circus, Life, and dozens of other publications, interviewing hundreds of rock stars at the top of their game.These experiences, and many others, provide the fuel for his debut novel, Loud Mouth, a rock ‘n’ roll coming-of-age novel about sex, drugs, attempted murder, successful arson, love, hate, faith, fraud, family, Springsteen, Clash, Stones, Creem magazine, Lester Bangs, the Seventies, New York, Detroit, Memphis & buck teeth. Duncan promises that “Some of it is factual. All of it is true.”AllMusicPodcasts is a proud member of the Pantheon Media Networks.

When Tom Petty arrived in Los Angeles in 1974 the Gainesville, Florida native found exactly what he was looking for in L.A.,rom the earliest Heartbreakers concerts in Los Angeles at the legendary Whisky a Go Go and the Santa Monica Civic Auditorium, to the band’s final concerts at the iconic Hollywood Bowl, Petty aimed to continue the tradition of the Southern California rock and roll. At the same time, Petty’s career often coincided with seismic shifts in the music business, such as Tom’s refusal to back down to label management, industry conventions, and the changing courses of music platforms such as rock radio, MTV, and MP3s and streaming.Author Christopher McKittrick talks to us about the artistic life of Tom Petty through his career-long relationship with Los Angeles and the many colorful characters and venues that inspired him and his music.AllMusicPodcasts is a proud member of the Pantheon Media Network.

Everyone’s most cherished childhood record ― be it a battered piece of vinyl, torn cassette tape, or scratched CD ― has a story, and those stories can be more revealing about their owners than you might expect.Eric Spitznagel joins us to tell first-hand tales by artists of all ages, backgrounds, and musical influences, remembering the meaning behind the records that mattered most to them. Hear from Ian MacKaye to Cherie Currie, from Suzi Quatro to Donny Osmond , Fishbone’s Angelo Moore and more.AllMusicPodcasts is a proud member of the Pantheon Media Network.

Former music exec, collector and author Jeff Gold returns with the almost unbelievable story of The Stooges, the band that virtually invented punk rock. Jeff spent two days with Iggy Pop at his Miami home, sharing with him an extensive Stooges collection and interviewing the legendary singer. Gold's book is the uncensored history of this most extraordinary band, in the words of the man who willed The Stooges into existence and somehow kept them alive in the face of disaster — again and again — and against all odds. Three historic albums, and one crazy story, you don't want to miss this one!AllMusicPodcasts is a proud member of the Pantheon Media Network.

The myth of the outlaw has informed many of the great songs in music. From folk and blues, to country and rock, to reggae and rap, bad men and bandits have endured. A Friend of the Devil tracks the true story of these legendary bandits behind the songs that deify them, while looking at society's role in both creating outlaws, and our perpetual need for a new hero.John Kruth talks us about why we have continued to romanticize criminals in song, raising them to heroic figures. We’ll go behind such legendary songs — and characters — by Townes Van Zandt, the Grateful Dead, Jimmy Cliff, Bob Marley, Warren Zevon and many others, whose hits idolized the outlaw and its myth.AllMusicPodcasts is a proud member of the Pantheon Media Network.

In 1968, Elvis Presley walked down Sunset Strip in broad daylight. No one recognized him. He was worse than dead, he was irrelevant. Changes had to be made. So Elvis staged rock's first and greatest comeback in "Elvis '68," widely known as The Comeback Special. With this show, he resurrected himself— at the age of 33, no less — from the ashes of a career mired in bad movies and soundtracks. So where to go from here? Back home, of course.Author Eric Wolfson joins us to break down "From Elvis In Memphis." The music and cultural landscape had changed, and bands such as The Beatles, The Rolling Stones and The Beach Boys were now all the rage. But, as Wolfson tell us, The Memphis Boys and Chips Moman give the King a kick in the behind, and he delivers one of his greatest albums ever!AllMusicBooks is a proud member of the Pantheon Media Network.

This is the fiftieth episode of our Deep Dive podcast and we’re going to use this occasion to stretch out a little bit. Today, we’re going to talk about a real-life music story that is unfolding before our very eyes. In real time. COVID has decimated the music industry, and nowhere moreso than the men and women behind the scenes of live concert performances. The lighting guys, the techs, the sound guys, the people who build the stages — the roadies. Sandy Espinoza formed roadiecare.com to try and help the millions of people out of work. While we may not be able to enjoy concerts, these people have no jobs and few places to turn. Tom Weber was Eddie Van Halen’s long-time guitar tech and recently lost his guitar repair shop because he couldn’t pay the rent. Their stories are sometimes hard to listen to — and not because we were “Zoom Bombed" by a rogue accordion playing “My Way.” But it’s a story that needs to be told and heard. Hopefully, we can all help write a better ending for these unsung heroes of live music.  AllMusicPodcasts is a proud member of the Pantheon Media Network.

It was the age when heavy-footed, humorless dinosaurs roamed the hard-rock landscape. But that all changed when these four dazed and confused mid-'70s flamboyant bands that reveled in revved-up anthems and flaunted a novel theatricality.Author Doug Brod seamlessly interweaves the narratives of KISS, Cheap Trick, and Aerosmith and Starz, taking us back to a time when rock became fun again and a gig became a show. We talk about each band's birth, rebirths, and where they belong in music history.AllMusicPodcasts is a proud member of the Pantheon Media Network.

The question of control for Black women is a costly one. From 1986 onwards, the trajectory of Janet Jackson's career can be summed up in her desire for control. Control for Janet was never simply just about her desire for economic and creative control but rather an existential question about the desire to control and be in control over her bodily integrity as a Black woman.Ayanna Dozier talks about Janet's quest for control as heard in her sixth album, The Velvet Rope, an emancipatory act of self-creation that allows her to reconcile with and, potentially, heal from trauma, pain, and feelings of alienation. Dozier tells us how this album stands out as a revelatory expression of emotional vulnerability by the singer, one that many other artists have followed in the 20-plus years since its release.AllMusicPodcasts is a proud member of the Panthein Media Network.