Wednesday Afternoon Trainwreck – Rock and Roll Geek Show 1452

Wednesday Afternoon Trainwreck – Rock and Roll Geek Show 1452

Author: Michael Butler March 12, 2026 Duration: 0:00

In Rock and Roll Geek Show episode 1452, “Wednesday Afternoon Trainwreck,” host Michael Butler delivers his signature unfiltered take on recent live shows from rock legends and underdogs. Expect show reports from Gluecifer, Good The Bad The Zugly, Donny Osmond, Joan Jett, and The Eagles, with classic Butler humor and Real School of Rock insight.[americanheartbreak +1]
He also shares his “discovery” of The New Cars 16 years late, plus rants, emails, and deep cuts for fans of classic rock, glam, punk, and hard rock concert recaps. This episode is perfect for concert junkies searching for honest reviews of 2026 tours by legacy acts like Joan Jett, Oasis reunion shows, and Eagles performances.[podcloud +1]
Tune in for the loud, opinionated commentary that’s kept the Rock and Roll Geek Show running for over 20 years, complete with donor shoutouts and calls to support via Venmo or Patreon.
I discovered The New Cars, 16 years too late.
Show reviews from Gluecifer , Good The Bad The Zugly, Donny Osmond, Joan Jett and The Eagles. And your host making a mess of things as usual.

Music by:
The New Cars
Gluecifer
Joan Jett and The Blackhearts

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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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