Classic Rock Drops Episode 29

Classic Rock Drops Episode 29

Author: Mike Williams and Tuck Watts May 3, 2018 Duration: 1:15:17

Rock and Roll Delivered!

New Bonfire, Ace Frehley, Dokken, Paul Dean (Loverboy) The Longshot

(Billie Joe Armstrong from Green Day), Neil Young, and Foreigner.

A great week of some great music!


For fans who grew up with the giants of guitar and vocals, there's often a frustrating silence after an artist's greatest hits era. Classic Rock Drops Podcast exists to break that silence. Hosts Mike Williams in Nashville and Tuck "the professor" Watts started this show in July 2017 out of a shared realization: legendary rock musicians never stopped creating, but commercial radio largely stopped playing their new material. This podcast is the dedicated outlet for that music, championing the latest albums, singles, and projects from the artists who defined a genre. Each episode dives into these new releases with the enthusiasm of discovery and the deep knowledge of true insiders. You'll hear thoughtful analysis of songwriting and production, alongside conversations that get beyond nostalgia to explore current creative drives. The tone is like hanging out with two incredibly well-informed friends who are genuinely excited to share what your favorite artists are doing right now. Tuck's scholarly "professor" perspective blends with Mike's grounded hosting for discussions that are both insightful and accessible. By tuning in, you're directly supporting the continued work of these musicians, ensuring their new efforts find an eager audience. It’s a vital connection for listeners who still believe in the power of a great rock song, no matter the release date. Join Mike and Tuck to rediscover the artists you love and hear where their journeys have taken them next.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 58

Classic Rock Drops Podcast
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Classic Rock Drops Episode 26 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:21
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Classic Rock Drops Episode 25 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 59:45
Our First Silver Episode as we hit #25 is laced with some old music from new releases. We listen to: The Cars Expanded editions of Heartbreak City/Moving in Stereo, Todd Rungrens All Sides of the Roxy, The Motels new alb…
Classic Rock Drops Episode 24 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:29
New Releases this week include Mark Parfitt (Status Quo), Jack White, Bullet Boys, Monster Magnet, Loudness, and a Remaster of Led Zeppelins Live Album, How the West was Won. Join in on another great week of new songs fr…
Classic Rock Drops Episode 23 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 50:10
This week we interview artist Mark Knight from Mark Knight and the Unsung Heroes. Mark historically know from Bang Tango in the 1980's. Mark's latest release is his second from Mark Knight and the Unsung Heroes albums. E…
Classic Rock Drops Episode 22 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:07:53
This week brings us Mark Knight (Bang Tango), John Waite (The Babys, Bad English) Stone Temple Pilots, Pearl Jam, Little Caesar, The Moody Blues, Randy BAchman (The Guess Who, BAchman Turner Overdrive) Kim Wilde, King Cr…
Classic Rock Drops Episode 21 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:22
This week was the incredible new, chart topping release from Judas Priest! Others covered were new Myles Kennedy (Slash band/Alter Bridge), Jimi Hendrix, David Byrne (Talking Heads), and I finally work in a Halestorm tun…
Classic Rock Drops Episode 20 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:02
Episode 20! ROCK is not dead! Saving Rock and Roll, one episode at a time! This week we listen to the new Marco Mendoza, Andrew W.K., Michael Schenker Fest,Dixie Horsepower(Troy Lucketta-Tesla), Joan Baez with a touching…
Classic Rock Drops Episode 19 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:05:19
This week, Mike is coming in from a remote location with some added friends in tow. We are still on top of the new music from Bob Jovi, Magnum, Steve Hackett, Walking Papers, and the latest release from the Doors. In add…
Classic Rock Drops Episode 18 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:02:15
Rock and Roll is Good in 2018! New Releases by Dizzy Reed, Frank Hannon (Tesla), Sister Hazel, Glenn Hughes, Sainted Sinners, John Corabi, Y&T, and we look ahead as usual at future Classic Rockers, The Poodles.
Classic Rock Drops Episode 17 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:12:04
This weeks episode goes from Light to Dark. New Releases from RSO (Richie Sambora and Orianthi), Phil Campbell and the Bastard Sons (Motorhead), Saxon, and Judas Priest. New Live Albums from Bad Company,Whitesnake,Michae…