Date Reports, Show Reports, Dead Rockstars and More! – Rock and Roll Geek Show 1434

Date Reports, Show Reports, Dead Rockstars and More! – Rock and Roll Geek Show 1434

Author: Michael Butler September 24, 2025 Duration: 1:51:08

On this episode I play show reports from The Who, Oasis, Carl Palmer, a douchebag clip of the week and MUCH MUCH more!

Music by
The Good The Bad and The Zugly
The Who
Van Halen
Emerson Lake and Palmer
Hank Jr.
The Oxys


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  • Live date reports from recent and upcoming rock and classic rock concerts and tours (The Who, Sahara venues, etc.).  
  • “Show reports” discussing live performances and audience experiences.  
  • Segment: Dead Rockstars — tributes and stories remembering musicians who’ve passed.  
  • “Douchebag Clip of the Week” — the signature humor break, calling out the absurd or outrageous in rock/pop culture.  
  • Music featured this episode by:
    • The Good The Bad and The Zugly
    • The Who
    • Van Halen
    • Emerson, Lake & Palmer (ELP)
    • Hank Jr.
    • The Oxys  

? Why You Should Listen

  • You’ll get the latest on rock tour updates, both old-school legends and active bands, so you know what shows to hit.
  • If you love stories about rock’s iconic figures and want heartfelt tributes, the Dead Rockstars portion delivers.
  • Great blend of concert insight, rock history, humor, and passionate music commentary — typical Rock ’n’ Roll Geek Show style.
  • Perfect for fans of classic rock, punk, hard rock, live music culture, and those who enjoy a deep dive into music with attitude.

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Hosted by Michael Butler, The Rock and Roll Geek Show digs into the places where music collides with everything else. This isn't just a playlist or a history lesson, though you'll certainly hear plenty of great tracks and stories. Instead, think of it as a backstage pass to the intricate machinery and passionate obsessions behind the sounds. Each episode feels like a conversation with the most interesting person at the record store, one who's just as likely to dive into the technical nuances of a vintage guitar pedal as they are to analyze the theatricality of a legendary live performance or the cultural impact of a forgotten album sleeve. The show lives in that sweet spot where the art of performance meets the technology that makes it possible, all filtered through a deep, genuine love for rock and roll's spirit. You'll hear discussions that range from the craftsmanship of instrument design and the evolution of recording techniques to the broader artistic movements that shape how music is created and experienced. Tune in for a podcast that treats rock and roll not as a relic, but as a living, breathing world full of details worth geeking out over. It's for anyone who has ever wondered about the how and why behind the music they love, presented with the enthusiasm of a true fan and the curiosity of an explorer.
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