Beatles Memories with Billy J Kramer, Julie Evans, Jeff Lake and Vivek Tiwary
The History of Rock and Roll
02:44:03
Monkees Greatest Moments with guests Emeen Zarookian ,Rich Dart, Coco Dolenz, and John Billings 2023

Monkees Greatest Moments with guests Emeen Zarookian ,Rich Dart, Coco Dolenz, and John Billings 2023
03:19:35
British Rock with Kurt Frohlich, Keith Hopwood, band members Itchycoo Park, and Tommy Clark
The History of Rock and Roll Podcast My latest podcast on British Rock was another fantastic topic, rocking out to British music from various artists. We are grateful to our guests for joining the show. Kurt Frohlich shared his passion for British Rock, discussing his favorite artists and his experiences with The Hooligans and others. Keith Hopwood recounted his time with Herman’s Hermits in what was both a fun and exciting interview. John McNaught talked about his band Itchycoo Park, the '60s music they perform, and artists like The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, and The Hollies. He also highlighted their performances, including in Liverpool at the Cavern Club, Abbey Road On the River, and other venues. And Tommy Clark discussed his band, The Kinks Experience, which pays tribute to The Kinks. Thank you to all our guests for making this episode a memorable exploration of British Rock.
03:02:05
Legacy of Paul Simon

Show Topic: A Tribute to Paul Simon – His Music & Legacy


The latest episode of my podcast, aired on Thursday, March 13th, 2025, was a special celebration of Paul Simon’s legendary career in promotion of his Spring and Summer 2025 tour, “Paul Simon in Concert: A Quiet Celebration.”


We took a deep dive into Paul Simon’s musical journey, from his early days with Simon & Garfunkel to his groundbreaking solo career, exploring the genres and influences that shaped his sound.


Listeners heard a mix of Simon & Garfunkel’s timeless classics, highlights from Simon’s acclaimed solo albums, and his most influential collaborations and innovations in folk, gospel, reggae, and world music.


What to Expect:

  • Simon & Garfunkel Era – We revisited the beautiful harmonies and poetic storytelling of Simon & Garfunkel, with songs like:
  • The Sound of Silence
  • Mrs. Robinson
  • The Boxer
  • America
  • Bridge Over Troubled Water
  • Solo Career & Musical Exploration – Paul Simon’s solo years saw him embracing diverse musical styles, from gospel and reggae to jazz and soul. We highlighted tracks from his early solo albums:
  • Paul Simon (1972) – Featuring Mother and Child Reunion and Me and Julio Down By The Schoolyard
  • There Goes Rhymin’ Simon (1973) – With Kodachrome and Loves Me Like a Rock
  • Still Crazy After All These Years (1975) – Including 50 Ways to Leave Your Lover
  • The Graceland Phenomenon – Paul Simon’s most commercially successful and influential album, Graceland (1986), blended South African rhythms with Western pop, creating a revolutionary sound that introduced audiences worldwide to Afropop influences. We discussed how this genre-blending masterpiece changed the landscape of world music.

This was an episode listeners won’t want to miss! If you haven't already, be sure to tune in for an in-depth journey through Paul Simon’s extraordinary career.
The History of Rock and Roll
Comments 0
Sign In To Comment
Comments
    Show Transcripts
    Transcripts
    +
    No Transcripts are available for this video.