Robbie Robertson vs Levon Helm

Robbie Robertson vs Levon Helm

Author: Gamut Podcast Network February 25, 2026 Duration: 46:54
The guys do their best to answer the often-asked question about what happened to dismantle the (80% Canadian) American instituion - The Band. 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/The_Night_They_Drove_Old_Dixie_Down https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lost_Cause_of_the_Confederacy Testimony by Robbie Robertson: https://www.amazon.com/Testimony-Robbie-Robertson/dp/0307889785 Big Pink on VBRO: https://www.vrbo.com/3970069ha https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Big_Pink https://theband.hiof.no/history/band_shortstory.html https://www.britannica.com/story/when-dylan-went-electric https://dontforgetthesongs365.wordpress.com/2013/11/18/jemima-surrender-and-the-endless-royalty-battle-for-songwriting-credits-between-robbie-robertson-and-the-band/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Band https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Levon_(song) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richard_Manuel https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Levon_Helm https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rick_Danko https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Garth_Hudson https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Band_(album) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/This_Wheel%27s_on_FireLevonHelm_and_the_Story_of_the_Band https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Last_Waltz The car blog: http://phscollectorcarworld.blogspot.com/2018/12/lost-star-cars-wrecks-of-band.html https://www.reddit.com/r/bobdylan/comments/12n652b/i_find_it_curious_bob_never_really_collaborated/ Joe Forno Jr, Interview: https://medium.com/@jeremylr/how-robbie-robertson-almost-reunited-with-levon-helm-and-the-band-2e77f8521416 https://www.grunge.com/1364351/robbie-robertson-complicated-history-the-band/ https://glidemagazine.com/102076/the-feud-that-just-wont-end-did-levon-helms-wife-keep-robbie-robertson-from-participating-in-grammys-tribute/ https://www.salon.com/2020/05/23/robbie-robertson-the-band-once-were-brothers/ 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.
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