Ep 70: “Ladies & Gentlemen, Rock and Roll”: 40 years of MTV

Ep 37: A Chat With Alex Voltaire: In this episode, we’re thrilled to welcome fellow Rock Hall watcher Mark Lempke, the man behind the blog The Northumbrian Countdown and Twitter handle Alex Voltaire. We discuss Mark’s journey as a Rock Hall follower and prognosticator, how well... by Hall Watchers

80 min listen

Episode 54: The Sound of Young America: Induct the Shangri-Las: One of the finest ’60s girl groups, the Shangri-Las were gum-smacking, boot-wearing teenagers that sang about rebels, high school romance, and death. George “Shadow” Morton was their producer, but these young women radiated emotion, creating... by Hall Watchers

65 min listen

Episode 49: Prophets Without Honor: We’re joined by fellow hall watcher and friend Michelle Bourg to talk about her recent piece, “Prophets Without Honor”. We discuss the strange phenomenon of artists who have received some of America’s highest honors but aren’t in the Rock... by Hall Watchers

46 min listen

Ep 40: A Chat With Jason Hanley: This week, we’re thrilled to welcome Jason Hanley, Vice President of Education and Visitor Engagement at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. This is a fun, illuminating conversation about the museum’s mission and operations, public engagement, the... by Hall Watchers

140 min listen

Ep 38: Dreaming of You: Why Selena Should Be Inducted: She was irresistibly charming, gifted and ready to conquer the world when she was taken from us at the age of 23. Today we discuss the beautiful legacy of Selena, her impact on many popular music artists today and why we need to start including her in... by Hall Watchers

44 min listen

Episode 43: The Hall Watchers Season 2 Premiere: We’re back for Season 2 and we have lots to cover! We start with a discussion of the Go-Go’s documentary and whether this will finally give them Rock Hall momentum. We then segue into commentary on this summer’s biggest music related stories -... by Hall Watchers

107 min listen

Episode 50: ATLien Invasion: A Case for OutKast: The South has something to say, but is the Rock Hall listening? Today we’re joined by fellow hall watcher and friend, Nick Bambach to talk about the legendary group OutKast in honor of the 20th anniversary of their album Stankonia. We discuss their... by Hall Watchers

76 min listen

Bonus Episode: Rock Hall 2021 Ballot Reaction: Today, Eric surprises Mary with nominees for the Rock Hall class of 2021. The coffee is hot, the emotions are high and the swears are flying. You don't want to miss a moment! (Well except maybe the screams). by Hall Watchers

45 min listen

Ep 39: A Chat With Troy Smith: This episode’s special guest is Troy Smith, Entertainment and pop culture reporter for Cleveland.com. Don’t miss this candid talk about his experiences covering the Rock Hall, from induction ceremonies to museum events to high-profile interviews.... by Hall Watchers

119 min listen

Episode 44: Quiet Storm: Why Sade Belongs in the Rock Hall: There’s a quiet storm, and it’s heading for the Rock Hall’s door. This week, hear us whisper our advocacy for the extraordinary and influential Sade, whose elegant torch songs have become their own genre. Put on your headphones, breathe easy,... by Hall Watchers

30 min listen

Episode 48: Where Do We Go Now: We discuss Mary’s recent piece on Rock Hall gender issues in a casual episode that’s part therapy session, part call to action. First, we begin the episode with a remembrance of Eddie Van Halen. by Hall Watchers

89 min listen

Episode 52: The Spirit of Radio: A Conversation with Donna Halper: While working at Cleveland’s WMMS In 1974, DJ Donna Halper introduced Rush to an American audience, and her efforts also secured the band a record deal. As a result, the band dedicated their first two LPs to her, cementing her place in Rush history.... by Hall Watchers

47 min listen

Ep 41: The Hall Watchers Season 1 Finale: Today we’re hitting not just one, but two big milestones: the end of our first season and our one-year podcasting anniversary! Join us as we reflect on the highs and lows of podcasting, recap our recent interviews with Troy Smith and Jason Hanley... by Hall Watchers

67 min listen

Episode 64: Looking Back at Rock Hall 2018: Join us for our final in person Rock Hall ceremony look back, where we look back at our experience at Rock Hall 2018! We talk about our special trip to the museum, the excitement of meeting some fellow Rock Hall watchers and our experience at the... by Hall Watchers

78 min listen

Summer Bonus Episode: A 2020 Ceremony Update: We’re back to say hello, catch up with our listeners, and most importantly, discuss the cancellation of the 2020 Rock Hall ceremony and the impact it’s going to have on future inductions. by Hall Watchers

44 min listen

Episode 58: Hall Watchers at the Movies: Today we review a variety of music-related documentaries, shows and movies we’ve seen recently including: Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom, One Night in Miami, Selena: The Series and The Bee Gees: How Can You Mend a Broken Heart. by Hall Watchers

70 min listen

Episode 47: Twice As Nice: Double Inductee Candidates: There is technically no limit to how many times an artist can be inducted. This elite group, known as the Clyde McPhatter Club, was the ultimate boy’s club until 2019 when Stevie Nicks became the first woman to get a double induction. We discuss 5... by Hall Watchers

68 min listen

Episode 61: Looking Back at Rock Hall 2012: Cue Huey Lewis because today we’re gonna go back in time to the Rock Hall 2012. We discuss our first time attending a Rock Hall ceremony, what we thought of each inductee and their performance and our first impressions of the Rock Hall museum. by Hall Watchers

82 min listen

Episode 55: Our Season 3 Preview: We’re bringing 2020 and Season 2 in for a landing! We talk about what our listeners can expect in our upcoming Season 3, what we’re tweaking on the podcast in 2021 and in the spirit of Festivus, deliver some brutally honest critique on the... by Hall Watchers

66 min listen

Episode 62: Looking Back at Rock Hall 2013: We continue our ceremony flashback series by looking back at our experience at Rock Hall 2013, and all we can say is “I Love L.A.!” We talk about some of the historical happenings that were going on during the ceremony weekend, talk about all of... by Hall Watchers

76 min listen

Episode 63: Looking Back at Rock Hall 2015: This week’s trip down memory lane puts us back in Cleveland for the Rock Hall 2015 ceremony. We reminisce about the induction performances, fondly remember Bill Withers' comedy bit, talk about the Beatles reunion and how “it don’t come easy”... by Hall Watchers

82 min listen

Episode 45: Brother Help Me Please: The Legacy of Sam Cooke: He wasn't just a soul stirrer with a golden voice, but a disruptor who penned one of the most iconic Civil Rights songs ever written. Today we look back at the life and career of Sam Cooke, one of the Rock Hall’s 1986 inaugural inductees. We discuss... by Hall Watchers

35 min listen

Ep. 73: Rock Hall 2021 Ceremony Preview: Will Jay-Z show up? Will the Rock Hall dare to make ceremony time for Singles? Will Ray Parker Jr.'s "Ghostbusters" be the all-star jam? We do what we do best and wildly speculate about what the upcoming Rock Hall 2021 ceremony will look like. by Hall Watchers

68 min listen

Episode 51: Hall Watchers' Rock Hall 2020 Ceremony Reaction: The class of 2020 has finally been inducted! We react to the HBO televised Rock Hall 2020 ceremony, discuss our overall impressions of the ceremony and break down how we felt about each artist’s induction package. We also discuss the new Rock Hall... by Hall Watchers

100 min listen

Ep. 71: Movie Review: Summer of Soul: Today we review this summer's critical darling and feel-good documentary 'Summer of Soul', directed by Questlove. Join us as we discuss the music performances, fashion and sociopolitical themes depicted in the film. And awards? All we can say to... by Hall Watchers

59 min listen

Episode 56: 20 Suggestions for Rock Hall 2021: It's our Season 3 premiere! Join us as Eric goes over his 20 suggestions for the next Rock Hall ballot, from Motown pioneers to '90s alt-rockers to heavy metal heroes. by Hall Watchers

88 min listen

Episode 53: Rome is Burning: A Tale of Woodstock ’99: In this episode, Mary interviews Eric about his less than fairy tale experience at the infamous Woodstock ‘99 festival. We discuss America’s political and cultural climate at the time, and Eric recounts the event’s poor conditions and insane... by Hall Watchers

94 min listen

Episode 46: Minstrels in the Gallery: Why Jethro Tull Belongs in the Rock Hall: Jethro Tull is overdue for recognition in Cleveland. This week, we make a case for these mystical purveyors of flute and guitar-driven prog rock (with a key assist from our friend Steve). But first, we discuss recent Rock Hall news and the current... by Hall Watchers

51 min listen

Ep 70: “Ladies & Gentlemen, Rock and Roll”: 40 years of MTV: 40 years ago a “new concept in television” was born and changed the music industry as we know it. Join us for a nostalgic look at the night MTV launched and hear us recap its first two hours of airtime, technical difficulties and all. We react to... by Hall Watchers

121 min listen

Episode 59: School of Rock: A Chat with Wes Gabrielsen: Class is in session, and today we have Portland-area school teacher Wes Gabrielsen, who talks about how he's brought the Rock Hall into the classroom and what artists speak to the younger generation. We also discuss his biggest Rock Hall snubs and... by Hall Watchers

72 min listen

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