Booked On Rock

Eric Senich
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Conversations with authors, musicians, and insiders revealing the stories behind classic rock's greatest songs, albums and artists.

  1. [HIGHLIGHT] The Phil Collins Mystery Behind 'Press To Play' - From EP 388

    1d ago

    [HIGHLIGHT] The Phil Collins Mystery Behind 'Press To Play' - From EP 388

    Did Phil Collins contribute more to Paul McCartney's Press To Play than many fans realize? In this highlight from my conversation with author Luca Perasi, we explore the fascinating connections between Phil Collins and McCartney's 1986 album Press To Play. From Phil's officially credited performances to the possibility that his influence may be heard elsewhere on the record, this is one of the most intriguing stories behind one of McCartney's most misunderstood albums. Listen to the full interview with Luca Perasi for a deeper dive into the making of Press To Play, the Hugh Padgham collaboration, and the album's lasting legacy. 🎧 Watch & listen to the full episode ---------- 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

    6 min
  2. [EP 389] XTC's Skylarking: The Story Behind A Pop Masterpiece - With Alfredo Marziano

    3d ago

    [EP 389] XTC's Skylarking: The Story Behind A Pop Masterpiece - With Alfredo Marziano

    XTC's 1986 album Skylarking is widely regarded as one of the greatest albums of the decade, but its creation was anything but smooth. Author Alfredo Marziano joins me to discuss his book XTC: Skylarking – A Life in a Day: The Making of a Pop Classic. We explore the legendary creative clash between Andy Partridge and producer Todd Rundgren, the stories behind songs like "Dear God," "Grass," and "Earn Enough for Us," the album's controversial artwork, and how a record born from tension became a beloved masterpiece. Was Todd Rundgren the perfect producer for XTC? How did "Dear God" become one of the band's defining songs? And why does Skylarking continue to captivate listeners nearly 40 years after its release? Find out in this deep dive into one of rock's most celebrated albums. Purchase a copy of XTC: Skylarking. A Life in a Day: The Making of a Pop Classic (Milestones) Follow Alfredo Marziano on Facebook Visit the L.I.L.Y. Publishing 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

    52 min
  3. [HIGHLIGHT] They Called Stevie Nicks "Frivolous" — Rachel Brodsky Explains Why - From Ep 387

    6d ago

    [HIGHLIGHT] They Called Stevie Nicks "Frivolous" — Rachel Brodsky Explains Why - From Ep 387

    When Stevie Nicks joined Fleetwood Mac, some critics dismissed her as frivolous, overly romantic, and lacking substance. In this highlight from my conversation with author Rachel Brodsky, we explore the sexist criticism Stevie faced early in her career, why her songwriting was often misunderstood, and how she ultimately proved her doubters wrong to become one of rock's most enduring and respected artists. This clip is taken from our discussion of Rachel's book Lessons & Lace: Everything I Know About Dreams, Heartbreak, and Magic I Learned from Stevie Nicks. 🎧 Watch & listen to the full episode ---------- 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

    9 min
  4. [EP 388] Press to Play: Paul McCartney's Most Misunderstood Album? - With Luca Perasi

    Jun 10

    [EP 388] Press to Play: Paul McCartney's Most Misunderstood Album? - With Luca Perasi

    Was 'Press to Play' really a failure—or is it one of Paul McCartney's most misunderstood albums? In this episode of Booked On Rock, I sit down with author Luca Perasi to explore the fascinating story behind McCartney's 1986 album Press to Play. Drawing from extensive research and interviews with key figures involved in the project, Luca examines the album's ambitious blend of cutting-edge 1980s production, experimental songwriting, and classic McCartney melodies. We discuss the album's troubled reputation, McCartney's creative partnership with Eric Stewart, the influence of producer Hugh Padgham, the impact of Live Aid and the Michael Jackson catalog controversy, and why Press to Play may deserve a major reappraisal. If you're a Paul McCartney fan—or simply curious about one of the most debated albums of his solo career—this is an episode you won't want to miss. Purchase a copy of Paul McCartney: Press to Play. That Unmistakable 80s Sound (Milestones) Follow Luca Perasi Bluesky Facebook Instagram X Visit the L.I.L.Y. Publishing website Visit Luca Perasi's YouTube channel PaulMcCartneyMusicIsIdeas ---------- 🎧 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

    59 min
  5. [EP 387] Stevie Nicks: Lessons in Dreams, Heartbreak & Resilience - With Rachel Brodsky

    Jun 6

    [EP 387] Stevie Nicks: Lessons in Dreams, Heartbreak & Resilience - With Rachel Brodsky

    What can Stevie Nicks teach us about creativity, love, independence, spirituality, resilience, and survival? Author Rachel Brodsky joins me to discuss her book Lessons & Lace: Everything I Know About Dreams, Heartbreak, and Magic I Learned from Stevie Nicks. We explore the wisdom Stevie gained throughout her remarkable life and career—from her early days chasing musical dreams, to overcoming addiction, navigating heartbreak, embracing change, trusting intuition, and becoming one of rock's most beloved and enduring icons. Along the way, we discuss Stevie's beliefs about destiny, guardian angels, creativity, truth-telling, independence, and why her lessons continue to resonate with generations of fans. Rachel Brodsky is a music journalist whose work has appeared in SPIN, Billboard, Rolling Stone, Stereogum, and other major publications. Purchase a copy of Lessons & Lace: Everything I Know About Dreams, Heartbreak, and Magic I Learned from Stevie Nicks Enter To Win A Copy Of Lessons & Lace through Goodbooks Follow Rachel Brodsky: Instagram X TikTok ---------- 🎧 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

    1 hr
  6. [HIGHLIGHT] Did Joe Strummer's Death Prevent a Clash Reunion? - From EP 386

    Jun 5

    [HIGHLIGHT] Did Joe Strummer's Death Prevent a Clash Reunion? - From EP 386

    Could The Clash have reunited? In this Booked On Rock highlight, author Pat Gilbert discusses why he believes a Clash reunion may not have been far off when Joe Strummer passed away in 2002. As the author of Passion Is a Fashion: The Real Story of The Clash, Gilbert spent years researching the band and interviewing its members, giving him a unique perspective on the group's final chapter. Was the legendary punk band's story truly over, or was a reunion beginning to take shape? Listen as Gilbert explores one of the biggest "what if?" questions in rock history. 🎧 Watch & listen to 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
  7. [EP 386] The Clash: Triumph or Tragedy? - The Real Story Behind the Band - With Pat Gilbert

    Jun 2

    [EP 386] The Clash: Triumph or Tragedy? - The Real Story Behind the Band - With Pat Gilbert

    The Clash exploded onto the London music scene in 1976 and quickly became one of the most influential bands in rock history. But behind the revolutionary songs, political passion, and global success was a story filled with creative tension, personal conflict, and difficult choices that ultimately changed the band's future. In this episode of Booked On Rock, author Pat Gilbert discusses the expanded 50th Anniversary Edition of Passion Is a Fashion: The Real Story of The Clash. Drawing on interviews with all four classic members—Joe Strummer, Mick Jones, Paul Simonon, and Topper Headon—Pat reveals how The Clash rose from the punk underground to become one of the most important bands of their era, and why their remarkable journey was both a triumph and a tragedy. Topics include: The new material added to the 50th Anniversary EditionThe differing perspectives of the band's membersThe Clash's explosive arrival on the London punk sceneWhy their political message resonated with fansThe band's greatest achievements and biggest strugglesThe legacy of Joe Strummer and The Clash todayPurchase a copy of Passion is a Fashion: The Real Story of the Clash - Revised and Updated 50th Anniversary Edition Visit Pat Gilbert's 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

    42 min
  8. [HIGHLIGHT] The Genius of Wilko Johnson & the Legacy of Dr. Feelgood - From EP 385

    May 31

    [HIGHLIGHT] The Genius of Wilko Johnson & the Legacy of Dr. Feelgood - From EP 385

    Wilko Johnson wasn't just a guitarist—he was a force of nature. Long before punk exploded in the late 1970s, Wilko Johnson and Dr. Feelgood were tearing up stages with a raw, high-energy sound that would influence countless musicians. With his distinctive choppy guitar attack, intense stare, and relentless stage presence, Wilko created a style that was entirely his own. In this episode highlight, Mark Wilkerson, author of Pub Rock (Genre: A 33 1/3 Series), dives into the story of Dr. Feelgood, one of the most influential bands of the pub rock movement, and examines how Wilko Johnson helped change the course of rock music.  🎧 Watch & listen to 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

    4 min
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Conversations with authors, musicians, and insiders revealing the stories behind classic rock's greatest songs, albums and artists.

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  • Creator
    Eric Senich
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    470
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright Eric Senich
  • Show Website
    Booked On Rock

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