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[HIGHLIGHT] The Truth Behind John Lennon’s Famous Ringo Quote - From EP 382
Did John Lennon really say that Ringo Starr “wasn’t even the best drummer in The Beatles”?
In this episode highlight, author Tom Doyle uncovers the tr…
3 months, 3 weeks ago
[HIGHLIGHT] The Wild Story Behind Focus’ “Hocus Pocus” - From EP 381
What inspired one of the most unusual and unforgettable hit songs in classic rock history? In this episode highlight, Stephen Lambe joins us to discu…
3 months, 3 weeks ago
[EP 382] Ringo Starr: A Fab Life with Tom Doyle
Ringo Starr’s story is far deeper than most people realize. Before becoming one of the most famous musicians in history with The Beatles, he survived…
3 months, 3 weeks ago
[EP 381] Focus Beyond “Hocus Pocus”: The Albums & Songs (1969–1985) with Stephen Lambe
What happens when you look beyond "Hocus Pocus" and dive deep into the music of Focus?
In this episode of Booked On Rock, we explore the groundbreakin…
3 months, 4 weeks ago
[HIGHLIGHT] Why Neil Peart’s Lyrics Still Hit So Hard - From EP 380
Why do Neil Peart’s lyrics continue to resonate so deeply with listeners?
In this episode highlight, Richard James joins me to discuss the emotional p…
4 months ago
[HIGHLIGHT] Was “The Garden” Rush’s Perfect Final Song? - From EP 380
Was Rush’s “The Garden” the perfect final song? In this episode highlight, Richard James, author of Rush 1984 to 2015: Every Album, Every Song (On Tr…
4 months ago
[HIGHLIGHT] Rush’s 80s Synth Era: Genius or Sellout? - From EP 380
Did Rush’s 80s synth era go too far—or was it a bold evolution?
In this episode highlight, I ask Richard James, author of Rush 1984 to 2015: Every Alb…
4 months ago
[EP 380] Rush 1984–2015: The Synth Era, Reinvention & Final Chapter with Richard James
We take a deep dive into Rush’s evolution from 1984 through 2015—an era defined by bold reinvention, synth-driven experimentation, and a powerful lat…
4 months ago
[HIGHLIGHT] How DEVO Created the “Whip It” Sound (The Real Story) - From EP 379
What went into creating one of the most recognizable sounds of the ’80s?
In this highlight from Booked On Rock, producer Robert Margouleff reveals the…
4 months, 1 week ago
[HIGHLIGHT] Stevie Wonder’s God-Given Genius — “God Put His Thumb On His Forehead” - From EP 379
In this audio highlight from Booked On Rock, legendary producer Robert Margouleff shares his firsthand perspective on the extraordinary musical gift …
4 months, 1 week ago