Thehistoryofrockandroll.net Christmas music is the topic of my next podcast on 'The History of Rock and Roll,' airing this Thursday, December 21st, as we do every December. We'll be featuring various great Christmas songs spanning various genres, including rock, pop, soul, country, and more. Expect discussions and music from artists like Elvis Presley, John Lennon, The Beach Boys, Andy Williams, Band Aid, Josh Groban, David Bowie, Bing Crosby, Queen, Tom Petty, Nat King Cole, Judy Garland, The Carpenters, Brenda Lee, and many others. Additionally, I'll be playing some new Christmas songs that were recorded and composed by my musician friends, including the band Grip Weeds and former Beatles tribute singer Jack Maravell. It is a delightful and festive episode, so don't miss it!

Join us as we dive into a musical celebration of the Fab Four, featuring an array of their greatest hits alongside select solo tracks by John, Paul, George, and Ringo. This episode marks the 60th Anniversary of the Beatles' iconic visit to the US, a pivotal moment that forever changed the landscape of music. In this special episode, we're honored to host three distinguished guests: Bob Kealing, who brings to light the Beatles' adventures in Florida, including their historic second appearance on The Ed Sullivan Show in Miami Beach and their unforgettable performance at the Gator Bowl in Jacksonville; Gary Astridge, who delves into the world of Ringo Starr with his latest book, 'Beats & Threads,' offering a unique glimpse into Ringo's drum kits and fashion choices; and May Pang, who shares her intimate perspective on John Lennon's 'Lost Weekend,' along with her exclusive photo gallery and insights into the film documenting this fascinating period. We're grateful to each guest for sharing their stories and insights, contributing to an episode brimming with nostalgia, music, and memories. Tune in now to experience the enduring legacy of the Beatles through captivating tales and tunes.

Our podcast of Monday, July 24th, was dedicated to: 🎵 Rockin’ Through the Decades: A Musical Journey of Rock Music from the 50s to the 80s 🎸 In this podcast, we took a nostalgic trip through the decades, featuring great music from the 50s, 60s, 70s, and even some gems from the 80s, and grooved to a mix of: Rock Pop Doo-Wop Soul Country Rockabilly British Invasion Pop Rock Psychedelic Rock Classic Rock Glam Rock and More. Make sure you listen to the recording below as we played songs from various iconic artists, including The Beatles, The Who, The Monkees, soulful doo-wop, British Invasion favorites, Vanilla Fudge, Julian Lennon, Billy Idol, Paul Revere and the Raiders, David Bowie, Cheap Trick, country classics, diverse artists from Woodstock, and many others.