10 episodes

Luther Heggs- Radio DJ, Rock exhibit preparator and R & R Road Dog digs deep to explore the myths, legends and lore of Rock N' Roll. Tales of those he met and talked to from his years on the radio, road and beyond as a rock artifact installer. Rock and Roll Nuggets - Tales from the goldmine of Rock & Roll !

Rock & Roll Nuggets - The Myths, the Legends & the Lore frank

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Luther Heggs- Radio DJ, Rock exhibit preparator and R & R Road Dog digs deep to explore the myths, legends and lore of Rock N' Roll. Tales of those he met and talked to from his years on the radio, road and beyond as a rock artifact installer. Rock and Roll Nuggets - Tales from the goldmine of Rock & Roll !

    EP-#10 ROCK & ROLL SECRETS REVEALED Pt. 1

    EP-#10 ROCK & ROLL SECRETS REVEALED Pt. 1

    In this episode find out who the older mystery woman was that John Lennon had an affair with before Yoko. Why did Roy Orbison wear shades day and night for 25 years ? Who was the only man in Rock to bite "The King-Elvis" in the leg ? The secret behind why Michael Jackson wore one special pair of shoes on stage. The odd casket one rock guitar slinger was buried in and the special gift placed in that coffin. Who was the first one-armed drummer in rock ?  What was the strangest body part to be insured by a rock performer and what did Ringo Starr reveal that only the other three Beatles would know the answer to ? All that and much more in "Rock & Roll Secrets Revealed Prt.1" 
    With your host - "Luther Heggs" 

    • 1 hr 7 min
    EP- #9 - LUTHER HEGGS LIVE FROM THE ROCK & ROLL HALL OF FAME RADIO STUDIO SIMULCAST ON MAJIC 105.7 -WMJI . FEB.3 1998 /PT. 1

    EP- #9 - LUTHER HEGGS LIVE FROM THE ROCK & ROLL HALL OF FAME RADIO STUDIO SIMULCAST ON MAJIC 105.7 -WMJI . FEB.3 1998 /PT. 1

    As a DJ, Luther Heggs was on the air for nearly a decade in the 90's on Cleveland's #1 Oldies Station - MAJIC 105.7-WMJI.  Today's episode is a condensed broadcast of Luther from the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame's - Alan Freed Radio Studio on Feb.3, 1998. It was broadcast worldwide on the internet & simulcast on WMJI-105.7 in Cleveland. Get a taste of what Luther sounded like on MAJIC and find out which rock god told friends that he was an alien  from another planet and had webbed feet !  Luther tells the stories Dick Clark would never tell... Prt. 1 of Luther's radio days in the R&R Capital....More to come ! ( The video is on U-Tube /short version - Luther Heggs:  Rock & Roll  Hall of Fame Radio Studio) 

    • 8 min
    EP - #8 Rock Relics -Rock & Rolls Most Iconic Artifacts & the Stories Behind Them. From John Lennon's Sgt. Pepper Outfit to Lady Ga Ga's Infamous Meat Dress and more. (Prt/1)

    EP - #8 Rock Relics -Rock & Rolls Most Iconic Artifacts & the Stories Behind Them. From John Lennon's Sgt. Pepper Outfit to Lady Ga Ga's Infamous Meat Dress and more. (Prt/1)

    Rock Exhibit Preparator Luther Heggs shares the behind the scene stories of some of  Rock's most iconic artifacts. His firsthand experience of preparing and installing artifacts that include John Lennon's Sgt. Pepper suit,  John's favorite Beatle guitar,  Lady Ga Ga's infamous meat dress and touring outfits.  Personal stories about the artists and fans connected to these icons of rock. What did John give a 16 year old fan that snuck into his hotel room  ? Also, the real story behind the Beatles shocking  "Butcher" album cover and what John Farina showed Luther in the trunk of his car ! Also revealed, what things the Rock Hall prefer not to be put on display.  Luther lets loose in another episode digging into the goldmine of rock and roll !

    • 54 min
    EP-#7- RADIO DAYS- CONVERSATIONS W/ ROCK LEGENDS

    EP-#7- RADIO DAYS- CONVERSATIONS W/ ROCK LEGENDS

    Luther shares his encounters and conversations with the legends of rock from a decade on the air in radio. The night he met the "Father of Rock & Roll !" - "The Last Madman in Rock &Roll !!" -  "The Voice !" - The voice John Lennon said was a voice he would love to spend eternity with ! ( Not to mention her rep as "The Queen of the Beehive Babes" in the 60's ! ) Luther relives his night with "King of Rockabilly" ! And, Luther meets Motown royalty - The last living original Temptation and THE Dream Girl...His favorite Motown Mama, all in episode #7 ! Enjoy the memories !!

    • 1 hr
    EP - #6. - Premonitions of Death from Buddy Holly to John Lennon & Beyond

    EP - #6. - Premonitions of Death from Buddy Holly to John Lennon & Beyond

    Would Buddy, John & Ritchie still be with us if they had paid heed to the premonitions and dreams they had before their untimely deaths ? In this episode we share their premonitions and the bizarre connections Buddy Holly would have with other rock stars over two decades after his death. Also, John Lennon's death dreams, the #9 connection & the eerie final moments the night John died. Ending with a glimpse into the afterlife and the eternal question - "Is there sex after death ? "......... Ozzie knows !!

    • 45 min
    EP-#5 ROCK STARS ARE US ! - (They're Fans Too !)

    EP-#5 ROCK STARS ARE US ! - (They're Fans Too !)

    Luther Heggs shares the tales of artists he's met  and finds out who they idolized as young fans of rock & roll. 
    Also, Alice Cooper tells Luther what the most dangerous part was of his early stage shows, Graham Nash reveals what he stole from Dealey Plaza,  (the site of JFK's assassination in Dallas) and Ringo's band members confirm with Luther, a special moment between Ringo and George Harrison shortly before his passing in 2001. Best  friends until the end.  

    • 30 min

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