The Rock-N-Roll Show Podcast Alex Gadd

Send us a Text Message.What if a simple Musical Aptitude Test could alter the course of your life forever? Charlie Trantanella’s story is a testament to the transformative power of music. Charlie's musical journey began with a fateful school test that led him to join his elementary school band. From his early love for Led Zeppelin to mastering the trumpet in a jazz band, Charlie’s dedication to his craft is both inspiring and moving. Join us as Charlie recounts his teenage years filled w...

Send us a Text Message.Join us on this week's episode as we sit down with Jeff Greenblatt, who takes us through his early musical experiences shaped by his parents' love for oldies, doo-wop, and Broadway show tunes. Jeff also shares how his initial interests in video games and sports eventually gave way to a burgeoning passion for music, thanks to his older brother and the iconic New York rock stations. From Billy Joel's quintessential New York soundtracks to the irresistible pull of th...

Send us a Text Message.Our guest this week is my college roommate, Dr. Stephen Berkwitz. We reminisce about our college days and Steve's influence on my musical tastes. Steve shares great stories about the shows he's seen throughout his life, spanning a wide variety of musical genres and acts from Prince and Soul Asylum to Alice Cooper and The Lunachicks. Additionally, he lifts the curtain behind the scenes from his time as a concert promoter, as we hear how a show is (or is not) cancell...

Send us a Text Message.This week's guest is Jason Rushforth, who shares his journey through the world of live music. From the magnetic pull of The Beatles, courtesy of his British father, to the electrifying vibes of his first Motley Crue concert, Jason's stories are a testament to the lifelong magic of music. As he takes us through his early days of musical discovery, prepare to be transported back to your own formative years of concert-going and album-spinning. And our journey doesn't stop ...

Send us a Text Message.What happens when an Aussie music enthusiast falls for the American live music scene? Join us on this episode as Soph Stafford, our first international guest, shares her fascinating musical journey. Soph's story is fueled by a deep love for live shows, which for her means coming to the United States with her husband at least once a year to see concerts.From bucket list dreams to backstage encounters with legends like Neil Finn, Def Leppard, and the Backstreet Boys, this...

Send us a Text Message.The Rolling Stones blew through the Metropolitan area over Memorial Day Weekend, and I was fortunate to be able to catch the first of their two shows at MetLife Stadium. This concert review breaks down the the entire show - whether you're a lifelong Stones fan or just know their music, you will feel like you were right there with me, amidst a sea of Stones t-shirts watching rock and roll legends who continue to re-define the limits for great...