MODERN MUSICOLOGY

Anthony, Rob and Alan analyze the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Class of '22 inductees! We talk about who we're excited to see go in, who wish we wish had gone in, who will induct who, what performances we're looking forward to, and much more! But first we reveal what we've been listening to the past week and take a brief look at the 2022 Eurovision Song Contest! Let us know what you think! Email us at modernmusicology1@gmail.com or leave us a comment wherever you're listening! https://www.facebook.com/ModernMusicology https://twitter.com/ModrnMusicology https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk-MlcGy5u3fK1j4bVty1Kw Modern Musicology is part of the ESO Podcast Network. https://esonetwork.com/

In this episode, Alan and Rob sit down for a chat with stage and road manager Ken Brown, who has worked for numerous bands and festivals such as Coachella, Bonnaroo, RiotFest, The Smashing Pumpkins, Trans-Siberian Orchestra, and more. Here some backstage stories of life on the road from a man who has lived it.  Let us know what you think! Email us at modernmusicology1@gmail.com or leave us a comment wherever you're listening! https://www.facebook.com/ModernMusicology https://twitter.com/ModrnMusicology https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk-MlcGy5u3fK1j4bVty1Kw Modern Musicology is part of the ESO Podcast Network. https://esonetwork.com/

Murder! Satanism! Unexplained tragedies! Cover ups! Cow tongues! This week's topic: Rock 'n' Roll Conspiracy Theories and Urban Legends! Our guest Ashley Raburn about the "Paul is Dead" story, and we'll be sharing other incredible and macabre tales from rock history as well! 

Delayed by internet woes, we're back with our review of the 2022 Grammy Awards! We talk about our favorite performances, the worst performance, the big award winners of the night, the In Memorium segment, and whether the Grammys actually matter.  Alan and Rob are joined by our good friend JM Tuffley (@tuffley on the Twitterbox) as our regular co-host, Anthony, is on holiday in the UK.  Let us know what you think! What were your favorite performances? Did any of your award picks win? Email us at modernmusicology1@gmail.com or leave us a comment wherever you're listening! https://www.facebook.com/ModernMusicology https://twitter.com/ModrnMusicology https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk-MlcGy5u3fK1j4bVty1Kw Modern Musicology is part of the Earth Station One podcast network. https://esonetwork.com/

This week the MM gang have a chin wag with Stephanie Seymour -- singer, songwriter, solo artist, former drummer of the Aquanettas! We chat about her career at record labels, her crazy stories with David Bowie, Gina Schock, the Pogues and Peter Buck, her time with the Aquanettas, and life as an independent solo artist!  Let us know what you think! Email us at modernmusicology1@gmail.com or leave us a comment wherever you're listening! https://www.facebook.com/ModernMusicology https://twitter.com/ModrnMusicology https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk-MlcGy5u3fK1j4bVty1Kw Modern Musicology is part of the Earth Station One podcast network. https://esonetwork.com/

An opening track should be more than simply the first song you hear on an album. A really good opening track sets the tone; it tells you what to expect from the rest of the album. But the BEST opening tracks are a statement of intent. It's a declaration. It's shots fired. We talk about some of our favorite opening tracks ever with our friend Courtland Lewis.  What are your favorites? Do you disagree with any of our picks? Did we miss one that you love? Tell us what it is and why it's great! Email us at modernmusicology1@gmail.com or leave us a comment wherever you're listening! https://www.facebook.com/ModernMusicology https://twitter.com/ModrnMusicology https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk-MlcGy5u3fK1j4bVty1Kw Modern Musicology is part of the Earth Station One podcast network. https://esonetwork.com/

Woodstock... The Sparks Brothers... Get Back... Summer of Soul... We love ROCK Documentaries! We talk about some of our favorites and name subjects that we wish would get the documentary treatment! Let us know your favorite Glam artist, album or song! Email us at modernmusicology1@gmail.com or leave us a comment wherever you're listening! https://www.facebook.com/ModernMusicology https://twitter.com/ModrnMusicology https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk-MlcGy5u3fK1j4bVty1Kw

Sprinkle your glitter, strap on your guitar, and put on your tallest pair of platform boots, because this week we're talking all about GLAM! From the genius of Bowie, Bolan and Roxy to the unbridled fun of Slade, Quatro and Sweet and lots of other artists in between, we cover the original Glam scene as well as Glam's lasting influence in the musical landscape! Let us know your favorite Glam artist, album or song! Email us at modernmusicology1@gmail.com or leave us a comment wherever you're listening! https://www.facebook.com/ModernMusicology https://twitter.com/ModrnMusicology https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk-MlcGy5u3fK1j4bVty1Kw  

The Wall ... Tommy ... Sgt Peppers ... The Lamb Lies Down ... We delve into the world of concept albums. We talk about what makes a successful concept album and name some of our most and least favorites. Let us know your thoughts! Did we not mention one that you love? Do you disagree with our summation of one that we discussed? Let us know by dropping us a line at modernmusicology1@gmail.com or by leaving a comment on our post! 

In this episode we're joined by author Nick Griffiths, whose new book DeadStar: Who the Hell Was Garth Tyson? was released January 2022. We also discuss some of our favorite music books, fiction and non-fiction, that we've read in recent years. About DeadStar:  Garth Tyson wanted to be the next David Bowie. He fell short. Waaaay short. Burnt out, he fled the stage at Glastonbury '85, having been pelted with mud, and was never seen again. Decades after Garth's disappearance, former bandmates, friends, relatives, lovers, music-biz execs and two fans (you try finding more) reunite to tell Garth's compelling, tragicomic tale. https://www.amazon.com/DeadStar-Who-Hell-Garth-Tyson/dp/1803690135/ref=sr_1_1?crid=232EJPV5ROOMP&keywords=deadstar+nick+griffiths&qid=1645476442&sprefix=nick+griffiths%2Caps%2C336&sr=8-1