My Rock Moment

What was it like to hear The Mamas and the Papas sing “California Dreamin’” before the world knew who they were? To stand onstage at the Monterey Pop Festival as Jimi Hendrix set his guitar on fire? Or to be part of the free-spirited, anything-goes atmosphere of Los Angeles in 1967?

On this episode of My Rock Moment, photographer Jerry “Dok” de Wilde joins me to talk about his book, In Case You Missed It, and the extraordinary people, places, and moments he captured along the way.

Jerry takes us inside The Farm, the legendary Hollywood Hills gathering place that evolved into a hub for artists, musicians, and counterculture figures. He shares the story of meeting The Mamas and the Papas just before they recorded their first album, and hearing them perform “California Dreamin’” in a living room, and noting that they had something special.

We revisit the 1967 Monterey Pop Festival, where Jerry helped build the stage before finding himself with a camera and a front-row view of rock history, including Hendrix’s unforgettable guitar-burning performance, and Otis Redding and Ravi Shankar’s legendary performances. He also recalls the mood of the LA Love-In at Elysian Park, where people came together to share music, food, and a sense of togetherness.

And there’s an eerie story involving Jim Morrison, and his reaction to receiving his anagram “Mr. Mojo Risin'" that would later become part of The Doors’ "L.A. Woman."

Links to Jerry de Wilde and 'In Case You Missed It':

https://www.amazon.com/Jerry-Wilde-Counter-Culture-Photography/dp/1626401411/ref=sr_1_1?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9._itHWyEMq2pV87flLMmJ35JHaqj6c7A_uIcJXO_bIvU.TXK23ASeOKPj99SMBAVWQmZjqOtmtNnIetXE2IYjJTA&dib_tag=se&keywords=in+case+you+missed+it+jerry+de+wilde&nsdOptOutParam=true&qid=1791826089&sr=8-1

Songs in this episode:

California Dreamin' - The Mamas & the Papas

Creeque Alley - The Mamas & the Papas

Monterey - Eric Brudon & The Animals

Light My Fire - The Doors

Respect - Otis Redding

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What was Elvis Presley really like before he became Elvis?

On this episode of My Rock Moment, we're joined by Jim Berkenstadt, the Rock And Roll Detective®, to talk about his new book, Elvis Presley: Conversations with Scotty Moore. Scotty Moore was there from the very beginning, standing beside Elvis at Sun Records as they recorded “That’s All Right” and helped create a sound that changed popular music.

Through Scotty’s firsthand recollections, Jim takes us inside those early days with the Blue Moon Boys, from their first rehearsals and the Louisiana Hayride to the frenzy that followed Elvis as his fame exploded. We talk about the musicians behind the sound, the early recording sessions, Elvis’s relationship with Colonel Tom Parker, the band’s decision to walk away, and what happened when Scotty returned after Elvis’s time in the Army.

We also get into Elvis’s Hollywood years, his complicated relationship with the music he was recording for films, and the question Scotty kept asking him: did he really want to be a singer or an actor?

The book offers a rare perspective on Elvis through someone who knew him before the legend took over. I was honored to contribute an endorsement to the back of the book, and Jim and I talk about some of the stories and discoveries that make it such a fascinating read.

And there’s a Spotify playlist to go along with the book, featuring the music behind the story.

If you love Elvis, Sun Records and the early days of rock ’n’ roll, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.

Links to Jim Berkenstadt, Rock And Roll Detective® :

https://rockandrolldetective.com

Buy the Book: Elvis Presley: Conversations with Scotty Moore

Spotify Playlist: Elvis Presley: Conversations with Scotty Moore

Find other books by the Rock And Roll Detective® HERE

Songs in this episode:

Elvis - Blue Suede Shoes

Elvis - That's All Right

Elvis - G.I. Blues

Elvis - Jailhouse Rock

Elvis - I'm Left, You're Right, She's Gone

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Acclaimed documentary filmmaker Alison Ellwood has spent years uncovering the stories behind some of music’s most fascinating artists and scenes, from the Eagles and the Go-Go’s to Laurel Canyon and San Francisco. Her latest film, Boy George & Culture Club, takes us behind the colorful image of one of the most iconic bands of the 1980s and into the complicated stories that unfolded behind the scenes.

We talk about the love affair between Boy George and Jon Moss that inspired the music, George’s struggles with drug abuse, the secrets within the band, and the fallout surrounding their missed opportunity to perform at Live Aid.

Alison also revisits the Eagles, including the tensions that were still very much alive when she made her documentary, and the idealism, creativity and community that defined San Francisco’s music scene in the ’60s. She shares what she’s really looking for when she sits down with an artist and how she gets beyond the answers they’ve given a hundred times before.

It’s a fascinating conversation about music, fame, relationships and the stories hiding beneath the surface.

Boy George & Culture Club is available on Amazon and Apple TV.

Songs in this episode:

Culture Club - Karma Chameleon

Culture Club - Miss Me Blind

Moby Grape - Omaha

Cyndi Lauper - She Bop

Culture Club - Church of the Poison Mind

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For more than 60 years, the Sunset Marquis has been far more than just a hotel. Hidden behind its unassuming gates just off the Sunset Strip, it became a sanctuary for some of the biggest names in music—a place where artists could escape the spotlight, create, recover, celebrate, and occasionally indulge in a little rock 'n' roll debauchery.

In this episode of My Rock Moment, Amanda sits down with Craig Williams and Tyler Measom, the directors of the new documentary If These Walls Could Rock, opening in theaters and on streaming August 14.

Craig's connection to the story began more than a decade ago when he co-authored If These Walls Could Rock with hotel owner Mark Rosenthal. Together with Tyler, he has now brought the extraordinary history of the Sunset Marquis to the screen.

Amanda and the directors discuss how a hotel inspired by the Garden of Allah became one of the music industry's best-kept secrets, why generations of artists—from Bruce Springsteen, Ringo Starr, Slash, Dave Grohl, Roger Daltrey, Cyndi Lauper and many more—considered it a home away from home, and why privacy, discretion, and trust became the hotel's greatest currency.

They also dive into some of the documentary's most memorable stories, including Bruce Springsteen's chance encounter with Ron Kovic that would ultimately influence Born in the U.S.A., the remarkable father-son story of George and Mark Rosenthal that forms the emotional heart of the film, the challenge of separating rock mythology from reality, and some of the incredible stories that never made the final cut.

Links for more info on the film:

http://www.ifthesewallscouldrock.com/

Find the book:

If These Walls Could Rock Book

Songs in this episode:

Ozzy Osbourne - No More Tears

Guns N' Roses - Paradise City

The Black Crowes - Remedy

Bruce Springsteen - Born in the U.S.A.

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British blues guitarist, singer-songwriter and Blues Hall of Fame inductee Will Johns has just released his sixth studio album, On Top of the World, and this September he'll publish his deeply personal memoir, Bluesdaddy: Born into Noise, Raised on Chaos and Saved by the Blues.

The title says it all.

Will was born into one of rock music's most legendary families. He's the son of famed producer and engineer Andy Johns, whose work can be heard on classic albums by Led Zeppelin and The Rolling Stones. His uncle is legendary producer and engineer Glyn Johns. His mother is Paula Boyd, making him the nephew of Pattie Boyd and Jenny Boyd. That also meant that George Harrison, Eric Clapton and even Mick Fleetwood were family. In fact, Eric wasn't just one of the greatest guitarists in history—he was Uncle Eric, and the man who inspired Will to play guitar.

But Bluesdaddy isn't a story about celebrity. It's a story about growing up surrounded by brilliance and addiction, fame and dysfunction, and ultimately finding salvation through the blues.

Today, Will has built an impressive legacy of his own. He's been nominated for Best Original Blues Song at the British Blues Awards three years in a row, was inducted into the Blues Hall of Fame in Chicago in 2025, is currently touring with The Cream of Clapton Band, and this September he'll also perform at Eric Clapton's Crossroads Guitar Festival in Texas.

In our conversation, we talk about what it was really like growing up inside one of rock's most famous families and finding his own voice as an artist.

More in Will Johns:

https://willjohns.com/

On Top Of The World on Spotify

https://thecreamofclaptonband.com

Songs from the episode:

Eric Clapton "Crossroads"

Will Johns "Sitting On Top Of The World" Acoustic

Eric Clapton "Pretending"

Will Johns "Move It"

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Some songs become classics because of a great melody. Others become classics because they capture a moment in time. The songs we're talking about in this episode managed to do both.

In this episode of My Rock Moment, I’m joined by LA historian and creator of Instagram's Lost Canyons LA, Emmeline Summerton, as we explore six of the most influential protest songs of the 1960s and '70s. Together, we uncover the fascinating stories behind:

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Barry McGuire – "Eve of Destruction"

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Joni Mitchell – "Big Yellow Taxi"

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The Doors – "The Unknown Soldier"

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The Byrds – "Deportee (Plane Wreck at Los Gatos)"

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Black Sabbath – "War Pigs"

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Marvin Gaye – "What's Going On"

From the Vietnam War and environmentalism to civil rights and the plight of migrant workers, these songs became timeless expressions of protest, compassion, and hope that continue to resonate decades later.

Whether you've loved these songs for years or are hearing their stories for the first time, this episode dives deep into music that helped define a generation.

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Legendary bassist Leland Sklar has played on more than 2,000 albums, performed with some of the biggest names in music, and helped create the soundtrack of the last five decades. But behind the credits is a fascinating story of talent, timing, friendship, and an unwavering love of music.

In this episode of My Rock Moment, Leland reflects on his remarkable journey…from growing up in Los Angeles, to the moment James Taylor walked into a rehearsal for Leland's band Wolfgang and reportedly told Peter Asher, "I just found the bass player of my dreams."

We dive into the magic of the Troubadour era, where Leland found himself surrounded by future legends including Carole King, Russ Kunkel, and Danny Kortchmar, and discuss the uniquely collaborative spirit of Laurel Canyon.

Along the way, we talk about the tremendous impact Peter Asher had on his career, the importance of giving session musicians proper credit, and how a chance opportunity turned into decades of performing and recording with James Taylor, Phil Collins, Jackson Browne, and countless others.

Leland also recounts surviving two frightening airplane incidents, including a near-disaster en route to a Kent State performance, his deep admiration for Phil Collins, why "In the Air Tonight" remains his favorite song to play live, and the origins of The Immediate Family and the acclaimed documentary that tells the story of the musicians behind some of rock's most iconic recordings.

And of course, we couldn't resist talking about his YouTube channel, his viral Everybody Loves Me photo project, and the humor that has endeared him to generations of fans.

The conversation is funny, insightful, and filled with incredible stories from one of music's most respected players.

Find out more about Leland Sklar:

Website: https://lelandsklarsbeard.com/

YouTube

Songs from the episode:

Jackson Browne "Doctor My Eyes"

James Taylor "Country Road"

Phil Collins "Sussudio"

Immediate Family "Werewolves of London"

Phil Collins "In the Air Tonight"

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Bobby Watman is the creator of the iconic ’70s-themed nightclub chain Polly Esther’s and the voice behind Polyester Fiesta and 70s on 7 on SiriusXM.

Long before stepping behind the microphone, Bobby helped turn '70s nostalgia into a national phenomenon, expanding Polly Esther’s into 35 locations across the country. In our conversation, he shares incredible stories from the worlds of nightlife, music, radio, and pop culture — including the unforgettable night KISS walked into Polly Esther’s, memories of David Cassidy, and his lifelong love affair with Los Angeles.

Bobby opens up about the music that shaped him, the artists he still loves today — from Elvis Presley to Doja Cat — and why the sound, soul, and spirit of the 1970s still resonate so deeply decades later.

Find out more about Bobby Watman:

Facebook: Bobby Watman

Instagram: @bobbywatman

Website: http://www.bobbywatman.com/

Songs from the episode:

The Doors "LA Woman"

David Cassidy / The Partridge Family "I Think I Love You"

KISS "Rock and Roll All Nite"

Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers "Don't Do Me Like That"

Elvis "Burning Love"

The Bee Gees "Night Fever"

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In this episode of My Rock Moment, I’m joined by legendary album cover artist Larry Vigon, whose work has helped define the visual identity of some of the most iconic albums in rock history. With more than 200 album covers to his name, Larry has worked with Fleetwood Mac, Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers and Bonnie Raitt, Eric Clapton, Chicago and Counting Crows. He's also in the Album Cover Hall of Fame.

We dive deep into Larry’s connection to Fleetwood Mac and explore the making of the Rumours cover and the bold creative shift that came with Tusk. Larry also opens up about designing early work for Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, the distinct identity behind 'August and Everything After,' and how he approached creating visuals that could stand the test of time.

Larry shares stories from attending both days of the T.A.M.I. Show in 1964 and near collaborations with Madonna and Tori Amos.

We also talk about his latest exhibition, Aquean, on view at the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum through July 26th. This multimedia exhibition explores the ocean as a metaphor for time, change, and the balance between permanence and loss along the California coast.

This is a fascinating conversation about creativity, collaboration, and being behind the scenes of some of the most important moments in music history.

Find out more about Larry Vigon:

https://www.larryvigon.com

https://www.instagram.com/larryvigon

Find out more about Aquean: https://sbmm.org/santa-barbara-event/aquean/

Songs from the Episode:

Fleetwood Mac "I Don't Want to Know"

Fleetwood Mac "Tusk"

Counting Crows "American Girl"

Rolling Stones " It's All Over Now"

Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers "American Girl"

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Steve Binder is one of the most influential figures in music television, even if you don’t know his name. From The T.A.M.I. Show to Elvis Presley’s ’68 Comeback Special, his work created moments that changed music history.

In this episode, Steve shares how he went from the mailroom at KABC to directing icons like Frank Sinatra, The Allman Brothers, and The Rolling Stones, and what it was like to be thrown into some of the most pivotal TV moments of the 1960s and 70s.

We talk about the making of The T.A.M.I. Show and the night James Brown delivered a performance so explosive it shook The Rolling Stones. The raw, behind-the-scenes story of Elvis’ comeback, including the now-legendary sit-down sessions that redefined his career. And the cultural firestorm that followed when Petula Clark took Harry Belafonte’s arm on live television.

These were unforgettable music moments on TV, and Steve Binder was right in the middle of them.

More on Steve Binder:

Elvis '68 Comeback Book

Films By Steve Binder

Songs from the Episode:

Elvis "Jailhouse Rock"

Lesley Gore "You Don't Own Me"

James Brown "Please, Please, Please"

Elvis "All Shook Up"

The Allman Brothers Band "Midnight Rider"

The Rolling Stones - "Time Is On My Side"

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In this episode of My Rock Moment, I’m joined by Jenny Boyd, author of Jennifer Juniper: A Journey Beyond the Muse, whose life placed her at the center of some of the most defining cultural and musical moments of the 1960s and 70s.

We talk about her childhood between England and Kenya, and how those early experiences shaped her independence, identity, and the relationships she would later be drawn to. From the pivotal year of 1964 and her connection to The Beatles through her sister Pattie Boyd, to the fashion and music scenes of London’s swinging 60s, Jenny shares what it was like to come of age in the middle of it all.

She opens up about her relationship and marriage to Mick Fleetwood, offering an unfiltered look at life inside Fleetwood Mac before and during their rise, including the realities of drugs, infidelity, and the emotional toll behind the making of Rumours.

We also explore her time in San Francisco at the height of the counterculture movement, her experiences at the Monterey Pop Festival, and her journey to India with The Beatles, including her perspective on the Maharishi and the deeper spiritual search that shaped her path.

Finally, Jenny reflects on life after the chaos, earning her PhD, working in the field of addiction and recovery, reconnecting with her father, and finding her voice after years of living on the periphery of fame.

It’s an honest, deeply personal conversation about identity, resilience, and what it means to step out of the background and reclaim your life.

More on Jenny Boyd:

https://thejennyboyd.com

https://www.amazon.com/Jennifer-Juniper-journey-beyond-muse/dp/1912666618

https://www.amazon.com/Icons-Rock-Their-Behind-Famous/dp/1684815444

Songs from this episode:

Jefferson Airplane “Somebody to Love”

Jefferson Airplane “White Rabbit”

The Beatles “Dear Prudence”

Fleetwood Mac “You Make Loving Fun”

Fleetwood Mac “Landslide”

Fleetwood Mac “Go Your Own Way”

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Before rock history hardens into legend, someone has to sit across from the people who lived it and ask the right questions.

In this episode of My Rock Moment, Amanda Morck sits down with Andy Greene, senior writer at Rolling Stone. He's been with the magazine since 2004 and is one of the most trusted long-form interviewers. For two decades, Andy has documented the voices behind the music — from global superstars to the musicians who quietly shaped the sound of entire eras.

Andy is the creator of Rolling Stone’s acclaimed interview series Unknown Legends, spotlighting veteran artists who helped build iconic careers without becoming household names, and King for a Day, which explores the high-stakes experience of singers stepping into major bands after the departure of a legendary frontman.

In this wide-ranging conversation, Andy reflects on what Rolling Stone meant to him before he ever walked through its doors, and how his perspective changed once he was inside. He shares stories from interviewing Phil Collins of Genesis (his favorite band growing up), recounts a deeply human moment connecting with Bill Withers, and explains how he builds trust with artists who’ve answered the same questions for decades.

The discussion also turns to California rock — the mythology, the session players, the excess, and the musicians history may not have fully caught up with. Along the way, Andy opens up about interviewing Stephen King, including King’s famously strong feelings about The Shining and Jack Nicholson’s performance.

Andy brings significant perspective to the art of music interviews and has some incredible stories to share from his journey from the Rock Hall to Rolling Stone.

Find out more about Andy Greene:

https://www.rollingstone.com/author/andy-greene

Andy on X

Books by Andy HERE

Songs from this episode:

"That's All" Genesis

"Lucky Man" Emerson, Lake & Palmer

"Bluebird" Buffalo Springfield

"Absolutely Sweet Marie” Bob Dylan

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Freddie Mercury is one of the most written-about figures in rock history — and one of the most misunderstood.

In this episode of My Rock Moment, Amanda Morck speaks with acclaimed rock journalist Lesley-Ann Jones about her most intimate book yet, Love, Freddie: Freddie Mercury’s Secret Life and Love. Built around private journals Freddie Mercury entrusted to someone very close to him — his daughter — the book offers rare insight into a hidden part of his life, far from the stage, the myth, and the spectacle.

This episode explores claims presented in Lesley-Ann Jones’s book and reflects her reporting and perspective.

Lesley-Ann shares how a mysterious email led her to this extraordinary material, why Freddie insisted some notebooks not be read for decades, and what they reveal about love, secrecy, sexuality, fatherhood, and the emotional cost of fame. The conversation also reexamines Mary Austin’s role in Freddie’s life, the profound secrecy surrounding his child, and the weight of honoring a truth Freddie never intended to be public.

This is not an episode about dismantling a legacy. It’s about adding dimension, and about seeing Freddie Mercury not just as an icon, but as a deeply human man shaped by fear, devotion, contradiction, and love.

Follow Lesley-Ann Jones with the following links:

Instagram

Twitter

Find all of Lesley-Ann Jones' books on Amazon HERE.

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Genny Schorr is a guitarist, songwriter, stylist, and a defining voice of the LA punk scene — and now she’s chronicling it all in her new book, All Roads Lead to Punk.

In this episode, Genny shares the wild, candid story of her path through 1970s Los Angeles: from forming Backstage Pass — one of the first female punk bands in the city — to launching Straight Jacket, the LA boutique that became a style hub for rock’s biggest names.

She also reflects on her years styling and living with Linda Ronstadt, as well as styling and touring with The Bangles at the height of their success.

It’s a memorable conversation with someone whose stories bring the era to life in a way only an insider can.

Songs in the episode (Backstage Pass singles included when you order the book):

Elvis Costello & The Attractions - "Pump It Up"

Backstage Pass - "Legend (Come On Up To Me)"

The Bangles - "Hazy Shade of Winter"

Backstage Pass - "Let Me Show You Love"

To learn more about Genny check out her website: https://gennyschorr.com

To order the book click HERE.

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Love, lust, and heartbreak are the secret soundtrack of the LA canyons.

In this episode of My Rock Moment we welcome Emmeline Summerton of Instagram's Lost Canyons LA, a historian of the LA Canyons and former writer of the New Topanga Times. Together we trace that soundtrack through eight songs — uncovering the romance, the messiness and the broken hearts behind the lyrics.

We start with “Guinnevere,” David Crosby’s mysterious song inspired by 3 women — Christine Hinton, Joni Mitchell, and the surprising third muse, “Delta Lady” — Leon Russell’s ode to Rita Coolidge and the wild, studio-to-road romance that sent them straight into Joe Cocker’s Mad Dogs tour. Then we move to the Mamas & the Papas’ “Go Where You Wanna Go,” a sunny single born from the band’s very messy affairs.

From there: “Our House,” Graham Nash’s tiny, perfect snapshot of life with Joni Mitchell in Laurel Canyon — ordinary moments made into a classic. Then Joni’s own “All I Want’ about her relationship with James Taylor. We’ll also unpack “Leather and Lace,” the duet that reunited Stevie Nicks and Don Henley after a broken romance and leer jet flirtations; “Faithless Love,” J.D. Souther’s devastating ballad given wings by Linda Ronstadt during their fraught romance and end with Neil Young’s "A Man Needs a Maid" off of Harvest.

This is a tour of romance and ruin, tenderness and betrayal — the songs that turned private heartbreak into something the rest of us could sing along to. We’ll share the stories behind each track and the music that made the canyons heartbreak famous.

Find out more about Emmeline Summerton of Lost Canyons LA:

https://topanganewtimes.com/author/emmeline-summerton

https://www.instagram.com/lostcanyonsla

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In this episode of My Rock Moment, I sit down with veteran music journalist Steve Rosen — author of Tonechaser: Understanding Edward: My 26-Year Journey with Edward Van Halen — to uncover the untold story of the man behind the legend: Eddie Van Halen.

For more than two decades, Rosen wasn’t just a journalist covering Van Halen, he was a close friend, confidant, and witness to the creative fire that reshaped rock guitar. We revisit that very first night at The Whisky a Go Go, where their friendship began, and talk about the moment Rosen was invited to hear an early cut of Van Halen’s second album — long before the world had any idea what was coming.

Steve shares an intimate look at Eddie’s humility, his complex relationship with David Lee Roth, and the moments that defined both the man and the music.

Whether you’re a lifelong fan, a guitarist chasing tone, or someone simply curious about the soul behind the sound, this episode peels back the myth to reveal the man.

Find out more about Steve Rosen:

Website: https://www.tonechaserbook.com/

Buy the book on Amazon HERE

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TONECHASERBOOK/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/steve.rosen.guitar.picks/?hl=en

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SteveRosenInterviews

Van Halen songs from this episode:

Girl, You Really Got Me

Runnin' With the Devil

Somebody Get Me a Doctor

Hot For Teacher

Right Now

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Before becoming a rock ‘n’ roll frontman, Michael Des Barres was making his mark on screen—starring alongside Sidney Poitier in the 1967 classic To Sir, With Love. But it wasn’t long before he traded the film set for the stage, forming glam rock outfit Silverhead in the early ’70s before moving on to Detective, one of the few bands signed to Led Zeppelin’s legendary Swan Song label. Hanging with Page, Plant, and Bonham was all part of the ride.

In this episode of My Rock Moment, Michael shares his wild journey through music and acting—from those early days in London to writing one of the biggest songs of the 80s, to stepping in with The Power Station just days before Live Aid, and later, his unforgettable run as Murdoc on MacGyver. We also talk about his time with Pamela Des Barres, his show on Little Steven’s Underground Garage, and the wise advice Sidney Poitier gave him early on.

Michael Des Barres has lived a life where Hollywood and rock ’n roll collide—and he’s got the stories to prove it.

Find all things Michael Des Barres:

Website: https://michaeldesbarres.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mdesbarres

Songs from this episode:

Animotion - Obsession

Silverhead - Sixteen and Savaged

Chequered Past - How Much is Too Much?

Michael Des Barres - 20th Century Boy

Detective - Help Me Up

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Some folks grow up dreaming of meeting their heroes—Steve Postell just grabbed his guitar and did it.

Born and raised in New York City, Steve is a guitarist, songwriter, producer, and composer whose career has been nothing short of a musical odyssey. A classically trained guitarist, he went on to collaborate with legends like David Crosby, and after Crosby’s passing, carried that legacy forward by forming Our House: The Music of CSNY, bringing the spirit of those iconic harmonies back to the stage.

He’s also a founding member of The Immediate Family, the supergroup of legendary session players who shaped the sound of countless rock classics. And with his latest solo album, Walking Through These Blues, Steve brings together an extraordinary cast of collaborators—including David Crosby, Glen Phillips, and Leland Sklar—united by his vision and songwriting.

In this episode of My Rock Moment, Steve shares his New York roots, classical training, unforgettable collaborations, and the stories behind Our House, The Immediate Family, and his solo work.

Find all things Steve Postell on his Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/stevepostell1

Website: https://stevepostell.com/

Songs from this episode:

CSNY - Carry On

David Crosby - Cowboy Movie

Steve Postell - Bad Weather

The Immediate Family - Slippin' and Sliddin'

Steve Postell - How Far We've Come

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My Rock Moment had the extraordinary privilege of catching up with Blondie Chaplin, a true legend whose musical journey reads like a who's-who of rock history. Born in Durban, South Africa, he first made waves as a teen with The Flames, eventually catching the attention of Carl Wilson, who helped bring him into the Beach Boys family in the early 1970s.

During our conversation, Blondie took me back to that pivotal era - remembering how he and Ricky Fataar joined the group following Bruce Johnston's departure and Dennis Wilson’s hand injury. It was a time when the band sought new identity and creative depth, and Blondie’s soulful presence helped shape that fresh direction.

We delved into the making of "Sail On, Sailor," the standout track from Holland (1973), which Blondie famously sang lead on. He shared how the song wasn’t just another composition. Recorded in a barn outside of Amsterdam and finished at Village Recorders in L.A., Blondie recalled how Carl and the rest of the band coaxed him into singing it, and how the performance eventually anchored the album.

Then we turned to his time with The Rolling Stones, where from 1997 onward, Blondie became an invaluable collaborator - touring, recording, and contributing acoustic guitar, percussion, and backing vocals for around ten years. He reflects on what it was like stepping into that legendary circle.

It was one of those interviews that reminds you: some musicians don’t just witness rock history - they help write it.

Find all things Blondie on his Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/BlondieChaplin

Songs from this episode:

The Beach Boys - Sail On, Sailor

The Rolling Stones - Saint of Me

The Rolling Stones - Low Down

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He’s jammed with Freddie Mercury after Live Aid, written songs with Beach Boys royalty, and once found himself shooting guns in a backyard with KISS guitarist Ace Frehley…while on Quaaludes.

I’m talking about musician, songwriter, and producer Larry Dvoskin. Over the years, Larry has collaborated with legends like Robert Plant, Sammy Hagar, Sean Lennon, Robin Zander, Bad Company, Al Jardine, and MGMT.

In this episode, we cover it all—from co-writing “Wish” with Al Jardine, to talking quantum physics with Paul McCartney, to the unreleased David Bowie–Brandy track he’s holding onto. He shares the full story behind that surreal Ace Frehley moment and discusses his latest release, “This New Age,” recorded with the band Familiar Faces.

We kick off this conversation with a heartfelt look at the legacy of Brian Wilson - and the timeless music of the Beach Boys that continues to inspire generations.

Keep up with Larry with the following links:

Instagram

Larry Dvoskin Website

This New Age- Larry Dvoskin and Familiar Faces

Songs from this episode:

The Beach Boys - Don't Worry Baby

KISS - Lick It Up

Larry Dvoskin - This New Age

The Beatles - Yesterday

Led Zeppelin - Stairway to Heaven

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