INXS vs reality TV

INXS vs reality TV

Author: Gamut Podcast Network August 21, 2024 Duration: 45:55
The guys unravel the “why” behind the 2005 reality show that featured INXS holding a competition to replace their legendary lead singer – and what happened to the formerly homeless dude who won the gig. Support the show on Patreon See the show on YouTube Visit the show on Instagram Visit the show on Facebook SHOW NOTES: Watch the whole season: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TSQj8S6AEC8&list=PLRclssR8khSnc-kGFpAtSzslub3_X1H6s https://duranduran.fandom.com/wiki/INXS#:~:text=He%20wanted%20us%20to%20write,it%20was%20a%20good%20name. https://medium.com/@duaneenglish_92144/backtracks-inxs-kick-a2c33d995a31 https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/INXS https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jon_Stevens https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Burnett https://forums.stevehoffman.tv/threads/mark-burnett-survivor-to-choose-the-new-inxs-front-man.35911/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rock_Star:_INXS https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/a-new-reality-for-inxs-62008/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Burnett https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Survivor_(American_TV_series) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Big_Breakfast https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eco-Challenge https://michaelhutchence.org/second-interview-with-kirk-pengilly/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_Idol https://ew.com/article/2004/06/15/inxs-seek-new-frontman-mark-burnett-reality-show/ https://www.nydailynews.com/2004/08/19/one-on-chin-for-champ-judge-awards-a-point-to-rival/ https://www.deseret.com/2004/7/19/19840535/fox-goes-on-offensive-over-theft-allegations/?_amp=true JD Fortune 2022 Rolling Stone Interview: https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-features/jd-fortune-inxs-replacement-1234598190/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 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
Queen vs Survivor [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:06
Discover how an '80s action star's soundtrack search — and one band’s refusal — opened the door for another group to land a career-changing opportunity.
Dire Straits vs celebrity [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:50
A look at the rise and disappearance (pop culturally) of Mark Knopfler and Dire Straits.
Shaquille O'Neal vs Billy Corgan [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:10
Brian and Murdock have fun revisiting the early-90's and the idea of the "multi-tiered celebrity" through the person of Shaquille O'Neal. Did an emerging alt-rock god really almost collab with the 7-foot superstar on wax…
The Traveling Wilburys vs Bob Dylan [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:57
The guys go back to the mid-80's to find out the varying circumstances that brought together (arguably) the greatest super group of all time. Support the show on Patreon See the show on YouTube Visit the show on Instagra…
Neil Young vs synth pop [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:06
While working to answer a letter about a particular period in Neil Young's musical history, the guy's uncover an unexpected tear jerker of a story centered around the love of a father. Support the show on Patreon See the…
NIN vs 10050 Cielo Drive [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:16
The guys follow the Manson family from their time with a Beach Boy through the grisly murders that defined an address - and to the rocker who made a landmark album at the scene of their crime.. Support the show on Patreo…
Johnny Paycheck vs Ohio [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:47
Brian and Murdock dig into a question from an Ohio native who might be related to Johnny Paycheck - and they try to figure out what really happened when the outlaw legend was confronted with a gun, turtle soup, and a LOT…
Everclear vs Portland [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:01
The guys go searching for answers as to why the lead singer of the band that gave the world "Santa Monica" might be the most hated dude in his "hometown"? SHOW NOTES: 2015 Willamette Week piece: https://www.wweek.com/mus…
Timberlake vs Toronto [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:53
Brian and Murdock dig into the story behind the 2003 mega-concert put on in Toronto to stimulate the economy - and why Justin Timberlake got invited by the Rolling Stones. Support the show on Patreon See the show on YouT…
Bon Jovi vs Buffalo [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:29
The guys answer a question about that time Jon Bon Jovi tried to buy a football team, the drama that unfolded - and how it all might have changed American history. Support the show on Patreon See the show on YouTube Visi…