FEAR vs SNL

FEAR vs SNL

Author: Gamut Podcast Network March 11, 2026 Duration: 41:03
Brian and Murdock dig into the story behind the most infamous SNL performance-gone-haywire, and figure out how it weirdly connected a king of comedy, a premier provocateur, and the ultimate torchbearer of punk authenticity. Support the show on Patreon See the show on YouTube Visit the show on Instagram Visit the show on Facebook Sign up for Brian's daily FIVE SONGS email! (It's free!) Win tickets to Louder Than Life 2026! Just send us your (totally made up) fake history of a band on the bill. Make us laugh and you could win 4-Day GA passes! Email Wearethestoryguys@gmail.com. SHOW NOTES: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wired_(book) openculture.com/2025/10/the-night-john-belushi-booked-the-punk-band-fear-on-snl-1981.html https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Belushi https://diffuser.fm/john-belushi-fear-snl/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_Wave_Theatre https://www.goldminemag.com/articles/spreading-fear-since-the-1970s/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fear_(band) https://www.rollingstone.com/tv-movies/tv-movie-features/inside-john-belushis-long-lost-punk-song-with-fear-73830/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neighbors_(1981_film) https://ultimateclassicrock.com/john-belushi-fear-snl/ Ian McKaye telling story about SNL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ssNYb7HFUvE https://deadline.com/2025/01/the-real-story-fear-snl-1236258816/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ever wonder about the real story behind that infamous backstage fight, the mysterious studio session, or the lyric everyone misinterprets? Rock N Roll Story Guys digs into the fertile ground where legend meets fact. Hosted by two lifelong friends with a deep passion for music lore, this podcast from the Gamut Podcast Network unpacks the tall tales, persistent rumors, and often-overlooked details that have shaped rock history. Each episode focuses on a specific band, album, or cultural moment, weaving a narrative that goes far beyond the standard biography. You’ll hear them debate contested accounts, share obscure trivia, and attempt to separate decades of hearsay from what actually might have happened. It’s less a dry lecture and more like eavesdropping on a fascinating conversation between two incredibly knowledgeable pals. The tone is casual and often humorous, fueled by a genuine enthusiasm for the subject matter. Whether exploring the hidden tensions within a classic lineup or tracing the bizarre journey of a hit song, the hosts aim to provide context and clarity to stories that have become muddled over time. For anyone who loves music history but craves more than the textbook version, this podcast offers a deeper, more nuanced look at the soundtrack of our lives. The discussion is rooted in research but delivered with the ease of a late-night chat, making complex histories accessible and downright entertaining. You’re not just getting a list of dates and names; you’re getting the messy, human, and frequently surprising stories behind the music that defined generations.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Rock N Roll Story Guys
Podcast Episodes
Springsteen vs The Ramones [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:31
Brian and Murdock chronicle Bruce's struggle to breakthrough to the mainstream at the end of the 1970s- and the hits he gave away along the way. Support the show on Patreon See the show on YouTube Visit the show on Insta…
MTV vs Unplugged [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:24
Brian and Murdock dig into the history of MTV's unlikely smash hit that resurrected careers and created a new revenue line for loud bands willing to turn down the volume. Support the show on Patreon See the show on YouTu…
Simon and Garfunkel vs the movies [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:47
Brian and Murdock dig at the roots of "Mrs. Robinson" only to end up on a journey through 70s cinema, childhood friendships, and especially petty songwriting. Support the show on Patreon See the show on YouTube Visit the…
Morrissey vs Johnny Marr [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:33
Brian and Murdock answer a letter asking for the backstory on what went down between the two big personalities inside The Smiths - Steven Morrissey and Johnny Marr. Support the show on Patreon See the show on YouTube Vis…
Cheap Trick vs John Lennon [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:13
Brian and Murdock explore the rumor that Lennon's last album might have had some musical support from a certain set of Midwestern power-poppers. Support the show on Patreon See the show on YouTube Visit the show on Insta…
Rockstars vs talk shows [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:18
The guys go through a series of letters all focused on the intersection of musicians and publicity. Did Grateful Dead dose an audience? Did a punk band pull one over on tabloid TV? And why was the singer of that emo band…
George Jones vs the duck [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:15
Revisiting the life, trials, and absolute chaos that came to define the finest country music singer of all time.
The Monkees vs MTV [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:02
The story of one member of a made-for-TV band who may have changed music history
Boston vs the Boston Herald [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:39
The fascinating and upsetting story of the two men who defined Boston's sound and personified their struggles
808s vs hip hop [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:48
The story of the Roland TR-808 - a drum machine/musical innovation hailed as an absolute failure - until it absolutely wasn't