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Eric Senich
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For Those About To Read & Rock... Join host Eric Senich for deep dive discussions of the greatest artists, albums, songs and moments in rock history with the authors who've written all about them and those who were there when it all happened! WEBSITE: www.BookedOnRock.com

  1. [EP 380] Rush 1984–2015: The Synth Era, Reinvention & Final Chapter With Richard James

    15 HR 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 late-career resurgence.  This episode features an interview with Richard James, author of Rush 1984 to 2015: Every Album, Every Song (On Track). We explore the band’s shift from Grace Under Pressure through Clockwork Angels, breaking down the albums, the risks, and the creative decisions that kept Rush evolving while staying true to their identity. From synth textures to guitar-driven comebacks, and from personal tragedy to triumphant final tours, this is the story of how Rush wrote the last chapters of one of rock’s most respected legacies.  Listen now and experience Rush’s final era—album by album, song by song. Purchase a copy of Rush 1984 to 2015: Every Album, Every Song (On Track) Visit Richard James' website ---------- 🎧 Listen Ad-Free on Patreon Support Booked On Rock and get every new episode completely commercial-free with the Backstage Pass. Join here: https://www.patreon.com/cw/BookedOnRock 🛒 Old Glory -  Iconic music and sports fan merch 💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: BOOKEDONROCK https://oldglory.com/discount/BOOKEDONROCK Booked On Rock is part of The Boneless Podcasting Network   BookedOnRock.com   The Booked On Rock Store   The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel   Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich: BLUESKY FACEBOOK INSTAGRAM TIKTOK X   Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore   Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com   The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

    1hr 2min
  2. [HIGHLIGHT] How DEVO Created the “Whip It” Sound (The Real Story) - From EP 379

    2 DAYS 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 surprising story behind DEVO’s “Whip It” — including the unusual recording setup and the moment it didn’t go quite as planned. Margouleff, known for his groundbreaking work with Stevie Wonder and as co-creator of the TONTO synthesizer, shares how creativity, experimentation, and a little risk led to a sound that became iconic. 👉 Hear more stories from Robert Margouleff on the full episode 🛒 Old Glory -  Iconic music and sports fan merch 💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: BOOKEDONROCK https://oldglory.com/discount/BOOKEDONROCK ---------- Booked On Rock is part of The Boneless Podcasting Network BookedOnRock.com   The Booked On Rock Store   The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel   Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich: BLUESKY FACEBOOK INSTAGRAM TIKTOK X   Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore   Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com   The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

    5 min
  3. [HIGHLIGHT] Stevie Wonder’s God-Given Genius — “God Put His Thumb On His Forehead” - From EP 379

    3 DAYS 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 of Stevie Wonder. Margouleff, who worked closely with Stevie during his classic 1970s run, recalls the moment it became clear that this was no ordinary talent—saying it was as if “God came down and put his thumb on his forehead.” From the groundbreaking albums like Music of My Mind, Talking Book, and Innervisions, this clip captures the awe and inspiration behind one of the greatest artists of all time. 🎧 Hear the full episode featuring Robert Margouleff for more incredible stories about Stevie Wonder, Devo, and the evolution of modern sound. 🛒 Old Glory -  Iconic music and sports fan merch 💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: BOOKEDONROCK https://oldglory.com/discount/BOOKEDONROCK ---------- Booked On Rock is part of The Boneless Podcasting Network BookedOnRock.com   The Booked On Rock Store   The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel   Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich: BLUESKY FACEBOOK INSTAGRAM TIKTOK X   Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore   Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com   The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

    7 min
  4. [EP 379] The Sound Architect: How Robert Margouleff Shaped Stevie Wonder & DEVO

    4 DAYS AGO

    [EP 379] The Sound Architect: How Robert Margouleff Shaped Stevie Wonder & DEVO

    This episode features an interview with Robert Margouleff, author of Shaping Sounds: Stevie Wonder, DEVO, The Synth Revolution, and My Life Behind the Music. Grammy Award-winning producer Robert Margouleff takes you inside one of the most groundbreaking eras in music history. From co-creating the massive TONTO synthesizer to helping shape Stevie Wonder’s classic run of albums—Music of My Mind, Talking Book, Innervisions, and Fulfillingness’ First Finale—Margouleff shares firsthand stories of innovation, risk-taking, and redefining what popular music could sound like. He also reflects on his work during the rise of the synth revolution, his connection to DEVO, and the creative breakthroughs that changed recording forever. This is a rare, in-depth conversation with the man behind the sound. Purchase a copy of Shaping Sounds: Stevie Wonder, DEVO, The Synth Revolution, and My Life Behind the Music Visit Robert Margouleff's website Email Robert Margouleff: Robert.Margouleff@gmail.com ---------- 🎧 Listen Ad-Free on Patreon Support Booked On Rock and get every new episode completely commercial-free with the Backstage Pass. Join here: https://www.patreon.com/cw/BookedOnRock 🛒 Old Glory -  Iconic music and sports fan merch 💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: BOOKEDONROCK https://oldglory.com/discount/BOOKEDONROCK Booked On Rock is part of The Boneless Podcasting Network   BookedOnRock.com   The Booked On Rock Store   The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel   Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich: BLUESKY FACEBOOK INSTAGRAM TIKTOK X   Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore   Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com   The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

    1hr 13min
  5. [HIGHLIGHT] Beatles Easter Eggs on Bob Dylan Albums?! The Hidden Clues Revealed - From EP 376

    28 APR

    [HIGHLIGHT] Beatles Easter Eggs on Bob Dylan Albums?! The Hidden Clues Revealed - From EP 376

    Did Bob Dylan hide The Beatles on his albums? In this highlight clip, we take a closer look at the mysterious “Easter eggs” fans have spotted on John Wesley Harding and Nashville Skyline—including the long-debated image that some believe secretly features The Beatles. This highlight features a clip from my conversation with Jim Windolf, author of Where the Music Had to Go: How Bob Dylan and the Beatles Changed Each Other—and the World. We explore the fascinating connection between Dylan and The Beatles, and how their influence on each other may have gone deeper than anyone expected. Did Bob Dylan hide The Beatles on his albums? In this highlight clip, we take a closer look at the mysterious “Easter eggs” fans have spotted on John Wesley Harding and Nashville Skyline—including the long-debated image that some believe secretly features The Beatles. This highlight features a clip from my conversation with Jim Windolf, author of Where the Music Had to Go: How Bob Dylan and the Beatles Changed Each Other—and the World. We explore the fascinating connection between Dylan and The Beatles, and how their influence on each other may have gone deeper than anyone expected. Listen to Episode 376 - Dylan & The Beatles: How They Changed Each Other—and Rock Forever - With Jim Windolf 🛒 Old Glory -  Iconic music and sports fan merch 💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: BOOKEDONROCK https://oldglory.com/discount/BOOKEDONROCK ---------- Booked On Rock is part of The Boneless Podcasting Network BookedOnRock.com   The Booked On Rock Store   The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel   Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich: BLUESKY FACEBOOK INSTAGRAM TIKTOK X   Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore   Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com   The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

    7 min
  6. [HIGHLIGHT] Was It Fair to Blame Dick Rowe for Rejecting The Beatles? - From EP 374

    26 APR

    [HIGHLIGHT] Was It Fair to Blame Dick Rowe for Rejecting The Beatles? - From EP 374

    Was it really a mistake—or just a moment in time? When Dick Rowe passed on The Beatles after their now-legendary Decca audition in 1962, it became one of the most debated decisions in music history. But is it fair to criticize him for it?  In this episode highlight, featuring insights from Stuart Maconie, author of With a Little Help from Their Friends: The Beatles and the People Who Made Them, we take a closer look at the context behind that decision—what Rowe actually heard, the state of the music industry at the time, and whether history has judged him too harshly. Was this truly the biggest mistake in rock… or a reasonable call given the moment? Listen to Episode 374 - Who Really Shaped The Beatles? The Story Behind the Band - With Stuart Maconie 🛒 Old Glory -  Iconic music and sports fan merch 💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: BOOKEDONROCK https://oldglory.com/discount/BOOKEDONROCK ---------- Booked On Rock is part of The Boneless Podcasting Network BookedOnRock.com   The Booked On Rock Store   The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel   Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich: BLUESKY FACEBOOK INSTAGRAM TIKTOK X   Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore   Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com   The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

    2 min
  7. [HIGHLIGHT] When a Beatle Walked In… “The Room Changed” - From EP 377

    26 APR

    [HIGHLIGHT] When a Beatle Walked In… “The Room Changed” - From EP 377

    What happens when a Beatle walks into the room? In this highlight from my full interview with Barry Greenfield—author of All You Need Is Courage—he shares a true story from 1968 that says everything about the presence of Ringo Starr. Barry was in the studio with Harry Nilsson when suddenly… everything changed. But that’s where reality meets imagination. Barry really did audition for Apple Records in 1968—and turned down the chance to be a performer because he wanted to be a songwriter. His book explores the ultimate “what if”: what would have happened if he said yes? This clip captures the moment that inspired it all—when the energy in the room shifted, and nothing else mattered. Listen to Episode 377 - 1968: When Courage Met Opportunity at Apple Records - With Barry Greenfield 🛒 Old Glory -  Iconic music and sports fan merch 💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: BOOKEDONROCK https://oldglory.com/discount/BOOKEDONROCK ---------- Booked On Rock is part of The Boneless Podcasting Network BookedOnRock.com   The Booked On Rock Store   The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel   Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich: BLUESKY FACEBOOK INSTAGRAM TIKTOK X   Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore   Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com   The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

    4 min
  8. [EP 378] THE CLEAN: The Band That Changed Indie Forever With Richard Langston

    24 APR

    [EP 378] THE CLEAN: The Band That Changed Indie Forever With Richard Langston

    From a $50 single to global influence, The Clean helped shape the sound and spirit of independent music as we know it. In this episode, we dive into the definitive story of The Clean—formed in Dunedin, New Zealand in 1978 by the Kilgour brothers and their friends—and how their raw, lo-fi approach sparked an entire movement. From the underground success of “Tally Ho!” to their role in building the Flying Nun scene, The Clean’s impact can still be heard in bands like Pavement and Yo La Tengo. Featuring an in-depth interview with Richard Langston, author of The Clean: In the Dreamlife You Need a Rubber Soul, we explore the band’s story in their own words—through the voices of the musicians, collaborators, and friends who lived it. From early days in Dunedin to international tours and beyond, this is the inside story of a band that changed indie music forever. Purchase a copy of The Clean: In the Dreamlife You Need a Rubber Soul Follow Richard Langston: Facebook Instagram ---------- 🎧 Listen Ad-Free on Patreon Support Booked On Rock and get every new episode completely commercial-free with the Backstage Pass. Join here: https://www.patreon.com/cw/BookedOnRock 🛒 Old Glory -  Iconic music and sports fan merch 💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: BOOKEDONROCK https://oldglory.com/discount/BOOKEDONROCK Booked On Rock is part of The Boneless Podcasting Network   BookedOnRock.com   The Booked On Rock Store   The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel   Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich: BLUESKY FACEBOOK INSTAGRAM TIKTOK X   Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore   Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com   The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

    58 min
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For Those About To Read & Rock... Join host Eric Senich for deep dive discussions of the greatest artists, albums, songs and moments in rock history with the authors who've written all about them and those who were there when it all happened! WEBSITE: www.BookedOnRock.com

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  • Creator
    Eric Senich
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    449
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright Eric Senich
  • Show Website
    Booked On Rock

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