I Heard They Suck Live

I Heard They Suck Live

Author: Classic Rock 100.7 WRDU (WRDU-FM) Language: English Episodes: 29
There's a persistent, often unfair rumor that follows certain bands around: the idea that they're a disaster on stage, that their studio magic can't be replicated in front of a crowd. I Heard They Suck Live, from the team at Classic Rock 100.7 WRDU, directly confronts that myth. This podcast isn't about tearing artists down; it's a reclamation project and a deep dive into the live music experience. Each episode focuses on the journey of rock artists, from emerging acts to legendary names etched in history, who have faced those criticisms and transcended them. You'll hear the stories behind the songs that built their reputations and the concerts that sometimes threatened to break them. The conversation naturally explores how performers evolve, how a rough night can become a turning point, and why the raw energy of a live show is an essential, if sometimes messy, part of rock and roll's soul. It's a celebration of resilience on stage, offering a chance to rediscover bands you may have set aside and to find new talent currently earning its stripes on the road. Tune in for a candid look at the gap between perception and reality in concert halls, proving that a bad night doesn't define a career, and that most stories of musical redemption are played out under the lights.
Episodes
Joe Johnson talks to Ricky Phillips of Styx [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:23
Joe Johnson talks to Ricky Phillips of Styx about his personal journey to become part of one of the greatest classic rock bands of all time, their latest album "The Mission", what the guys do when the're not on the road…
Joe Johnson talks to Dave Depper of Deth Cab For Cutie [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:03
Joe Johnson talks with Death Cab for Cutie guitarist Dave Depper about the origins of the band, their current tour and how being an avid nunnery helped him end up in the band.
Joe Johnson talk with Butch Vig of Garbage [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:27
Joe Johnson talk with Butch Vig of Garbage about his early days as a producer at Smart Studios, how things have changed in the music industry over the last couple decades and, after 20 years, what's next for the band tha…
Joe Johnson talks with Billy Greer of Kansas [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 4:52
Joe Johnson talks with Billy Greer of Kansas about their Point Of Know Return anniversary tour and about the fact that just because they have some miles under their belt doesn’t mean they can’t still rock.
Joe Johnson talks with Jeff Plate of Trans-Siberian Orchestra [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 4:03
Joe Johnson talks with Jeff Plate from Trans-Siberian Orchestra about their amazing 20 year career and about how they are working to make a difference in the local communities in which they perform.