Classic Rock Battles - The Limey & the Yank

Classic Rock Battles - The Limey & the Yank

Author: Steve Atkins & Blake Bennett Language: English Episodes: 161
In the world of classic rock, the debate is eternal: which side of the Atlantic truly owns the genre's legacy? Classic Rock Battles-The Limey & the Yank is where that friendly war is waged in every episode. Hosts Steve Atkins and Blake Bennett bring their transatlantic perspectives-and healthy biases-to a lively, track-by-track discussion that's more about shared passion than declaring a definitive winner. You'll hear them dissect legendary albums, debate the merits of iconic guitar solos, and trade good-natured barbs over whether British innovation or American swagger ultimately shaped the soundtracks of our lives. This isn't a dry history lesson; it's a conversation between two genuine fans who can argue over a drum fill one minute and completely agree on a song's brilliance the next. Tune in for deep dives into the music that defined an era, all filtered through the unique lens of a Brit and an American who believe the best way to honor this music is to talk about it, passionately and personally. Each episode of this podcast feels like pulling up a chair in a pub or a basement rec room, where the only requirement is a love for loud guitars and bigger chorals.
Episodes
Rock & Roll Halloween 2017 - Classic Rock Battles: the Limey & the Yank [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:10:59
It's Halloween and we pulled out all the stops--this one goes to 11! An epic nightmare an hour in length, with a little bonus bit at the end. We hope you enjoy it! And we hope you survive The Limey & the Yank Halloween S…
Brothers of Soul, part 2 - The Limey & the Yank [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:40
After all that unsavory talk about underwear, we pick up the pieces and move on, making some Small Faces about the Wicked Pickett and getting Righteous about Mustang Sally. The Yank's first car was a 1965 Ford Mustang--s…
Brothers of Soul, part 1 - The Limey & the Yank [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:50
Continuing our Soulful saga, we switch gears to men who aren't afraid to make you get up & move. A Godfather and a Man in Black, and Otis Redding just Can't Turn You Loose--but he gets credit for trying. Join us!
Sisters of Soul, part 2 - The Limey & the Yank [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:16
Amazing battling action! Juice Newton taken down by P.P. Arnold! The sordid tales of Mary Wilson's Stoned Love and Diana Ross' Love Hangover...the Three Degrees have nothing to do with Kevin Bacon--when will we see him a…
Sisters of Soul, part 1 - The Limey & the Yank [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:41
Dashing from coast to coast, continent to continent, we bring you the lovely ladies of Motown and Soul and Rock & Roll. We get modern with Adele, surprise you with a Lulu of a young lady, and take the Friendship Train ov…
Rock & Roll Controversy - The Limey & the Yank [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:42
"These kids these days, with their Internet and their free music..." We talk about what was controversial then and now. We look to the future, in the year 2525. And The Yank shows his inability to find the right French w…
Manchester's Music - The Limey & the Yank [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:21
In which our heroes dedicate the episode to the many musical artists from Manchester UK; much talk is made about Mondays; and Steve ("The Limey") surprises us all with his all-time favorite Manchester-band pick. Enjoy!
1967 Number One Songs, part 2 - The Limey & the Yank [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:17
In which we revisit The Kingsmen, and Dave Dee, Dozy, Beaky, Mick, and Tich have their moment. Emily Plays with Pink Floyd, I Saw Her Again with The Mamas and the Papas, and more hijinks are had.