Booked On Rock

Eric Senich

Conversations with authors, musicians, and insiders revealing the stories behind classic rock's greatest songs, albums and artists.

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Dec 28, 2025 · 2 min
Van Halen: 'The Greatest Band That Ever Lived' [Highlight From Episode 344]
Check out this video highlight with Michael Pastore, author of 'The Mighty Van Halen: One Fan's Journey', as he shares the story of how he became a Van Halen fan back in 1982....
Dec 27, 2025 · 8 min
AC/DC’s Secret Weapon: Malcolm Young [Highlight From Episode 345]
Author Kathy McCabe on the importance of Malcolm Young to AC/DC's legacy. https://open.spotify.com/episode/2QL2GbMEDIdh1rifFfC5vI?si=b2997626c2534461 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch 💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: BOOKEDONROCK...
Dec 27, 2025 · 4 min
Mick and Keith: A Symphony of Rivalry and Harmony [Highlight From Episode 345]
Author Kathy McCabe discusses the fascinating dynamic between Mick Jagger and Keith Richards in this episode highlight. https://open.spotify.com/episode/2QL2GbMEDIdh1rifFfC5vI?si=b2997626c2534461 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch 💰...
Dec 24, 2025 · 1 hr 12 min
From Elvis Presley to Dave Grohl: The Gods Of Rock Explored [Episode 345]
Author Kathy McCabe explores the ultimate Rock Gods from the 50s to today in her latest book. Who do you think made the cut?...
Dec 22, 2025 · 5 min
Fleetwood Mac’s Fire: Passion, Pain, and the Pursuit of Artistry [Highlight From Episode 343]
Alan Light reflects on how Fleetwood Mac put aside their internal conflicts to create the iconic album 'Rumours'. https://open.spotify.com/episode/4zxG7bmu8xZ3Z7nk4wnyV1?si=dc5b4b2e78ca429c 15% OFF Any Purchase At Old Glory For Booked On Rock...
Dec 21, 2025 · 59 min
Rock & Reflection: One Van Halen Fan's Journey [Episode 344]
Author Michael Pastore reflects on his 40 years of Van Halen fandom and the valuable lessons he's learned along the way! https://www.amazon.com/Mighty-Van-Halen-Fans-Journey/dp/B0G1KYGKGG 15% OFF Any Purchase At Old Glory For Booked On Rock...
Dec 20, 2025 · 6 min
Roadie Tales: A Brush with Death on Tour with Alice Cooper [Highlight From Episode 342]
Original Alice Cooper roadie Mike Allen opens up about the band's harrowing near-fatal car accident in 1968. https://open.spotify.com/episode/6b235wVc3mlNTWHB06mgQf?si=a7fe6244b0df435b 15% OFF Any Purchase At Old Glory For Booked On Rock Listeners!...
Dec 20, 2025 · 1 hr 3 min
The Enduring Legacy of Fleetwood Mac's 'Rumours' [Episode 343]
Excited to have author Alan Light on our latest episode to discuss why new generations of fans still can't get enough of Fleetwood Mac's 'Rumours'! https://www.amazon.com/Dont-Stop-Still-Fleetwood-Rumours/dp/166805437X...
Dec 18, 2025 · 1 hr 32 min
Alice Cooper Roadie On Near-Fatal Car Crash, 'Toronto Chicken Incident' & More [Episode 342]
Buckle up for a wild ride as we dive into stories of a near-fatal car crash, a seance with Jim Morrison, and 'The Toronto Chicken Incident' with the original roadie for the Alice Cooper Group, Mike Allen!...
Dec 16, 2025 · 4 min
The Story Behind Alice Cooper's 'I'm Eighteen' From Bassist Dennis Dunaway [Episode 338]
Curious about the inspiration behind Alice Cooper's hit song 'I'm Eighteen'? Bassist Dennis Dunaway reveals all in this episode highlight! https://open.spotify.com/episode/0exoeeQhpv2KZoydaIBIPF?si=17ab0c57af0b40ff 15% OFF Any Purchase At Old Glory...
Dec 14, 2025 · 4 min
John Bonham: The Power & Finesse Behind The Led Zeppelin Sound [Highlight From Episode 341]
John Bonham was more than just a powerful drummer. Author John Lingan explores his finesse in this episode highlight. https://open.spotify.com/episode/20HNQpN91yNyjQeIJkvfcM?si=12790e219e8248e7 15% OFF Any Purchase At Old Glory For Booked On Rock...
Dec 13, 2025 · 6 min
Charlie Watts: The Steady Stone [Highlight From Episode 341]
The vital role Charlie Watts played in the legendary career of the Rolling Stones, as explained by 'Backbeats' author John Lingan. https://open.spotify.com/episode/20HNQpN91yNyjQeIJkvfcM?si=12790e219e8248e7 15% OFF Any Purchase At Old Glory For...
Dec 12, 2025 · 4 min
Mosquitoes, Bats, Bedouins with Guns: Grateful Dead In Egypt '78 [Highlight From Episode 337]
Author Harry Angus reads a quote from Grateful Dead's Bob Weir, who recalled the night the band performed in Egypt in 1978. The quote comes from Angus's book 'The Encyclopedia of Jerry Garcia Music Venues'....
Dec 11, 2025 · 9 min
Paul Rodgers, Simon Kirke, and Studio Drama [Highlight From Episode 341]
In the world of music production, sometimes even the pros hit roadblocks. Veteran engineer Digby Smith reminisces about the time Paul Rodgers got fed up during a Free recording session, and how Simon Kirke came to the rescue....
Dec 8, 2025 · 1 hr 14 min
Behind The Boards with Zeppelin, Marley, McCartney & Clapton with Engineer Digby Smith [Episode 341]
Behind-the-scenes stories from veteran engineer Digby Smith on working with Stephen Stills, Bob Marley, Free, Led Zeppelin, Paul McCartney, Eric Clapton, and more! Digby also goes inside the process of remixing classic albums, which he has done...
Dec 7, 2025 · 9 min
Jon Bon Jovi Wanted To Be 'Bigger Than Elvis' [Highlight From Episode 339]
The story of how veteran musician/record executive Derek Shulman found and signed Jon Bon Jovi, who was determined to be a big star. https://open.spotify.com/episode/0dAi63lJYqmR5JCyj1sQtq?si=e1924ae6fc9542c2 15% OFF Any Purchase At Old Glory For...
Dec 5, 2025 · 59 min
Drummers Who Shaped Rock History (Ringo Starr, John Bonham, Charlie Watts, Dave Grohl & More) [Episode 340]
Rock history wouldn't be the same without these legendary drummers! Author John Lingan dives deep into the impact of Ringo Starr, Charlie Watts, John Bonham, Dave Grohl, and more in the latest episode!...
Dec 3, 2025 · 1 hr 6 min
Derek Shulman: Gentle Giant Leader, Record Exec Who Launched Bon Jovi & Re-Booted AC/DC [Episode 339]
Derek Shulman went from leading progressive rock pioneers Gentle Giant to signing major acts like Bon Jovi, Dream Theater, and Pantera. He later orchestrated the comebacks of AC/DC and Bad Company in the 90s. He's got those stories and more!...
Nov 30, 2025 · 8 min
Alice Cooper: High School Buddies to Rock Legends [Highlight From Episode 338]
From humble beginnings to rock legends: Dennis Dunaway opens up about the early days of Alice Cooper, meeting Alice, and the journey of forming a band that would change music forever....
Nov 28, 2025 · 1 hr 12 min
Alice Cooper Bassist Dennis Dunaway [Episode 338]
From "I'm Eighteen" to "School's Out", to "Billion Dollar Babies," Alice Cooper Group bassist Dennis Dunaway reveals the stories behind the hits on the latest episode of our podcast. He also talks about the band's first studio album in over 50 years -...