LRRC EP857; A.I. Releasing Music in Artist’s Name, Joe Bonamassa, A Farewell to Kings, Nuno’s new guitar

What happens when your fans know about your knew album when you haven't even released on yet??? Is A.I. crossing the line with regards to music? Also, Nuno Bettencourt leaves Washburn and there's a really AWESOME Documentary about RUSH's Farewell To Kings on Youtube

fans love her new album but she doesn’t have a new album! (wings of pegasus) (original article: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/clydz8d03dvo ), Artists getting robbed by labels(the managers playbook), Joe Bonamassa’s Gear Advice for Guitarists, it’s not what you think(Gibson Gear Guide), Nuno leaves Washburn(Steve Cassidy Guitar) Original article: https://www.guitarworld.com/gear/electric-guitars/nuno-bettencourt-launches-nuno-guitars, the pixies “trick” that inspired Kurt Cobain (David Hartley),  RUSH adds more shows, Fans not happy about ticket prices, playing van halen in a mall(marty5150), Farewell To Kings Doc(the yak), red clay strays(joe rogan)

 

Pittsburgh Kevin: MTV is going off the air, 

 

Film Corner: Donnie Brasco,

80’s Albums That Deserved More Love(backstage classics):

Long After Dark; Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers

Mirage; Fleetwood Mac

Lap of Luxury; Cheap Trick

Paradise Theater; Styx

Rough Diamonds; Bad Company

Good Trouble: REO Speedwagon

Raised On Radio; Journey

Passion Works; Heart

Slide It In; White Snake (feat. Micky Moody, Jon Lord, John Sykes)

High & Dry; Def Leppard

Inside Information; Foreigner

You Want It, You Got It; Bryan Adams

Flowers in The Dirt; Paul McCartney (feat Elvis Costello)

 

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This Week In Rock History:

October 13

• Bob Dylan wins the Nobel Prize in Literature (2016) — big conversation starter about songwriters-as-poets and rock’s literary value. (This Day In Music)
  
  
• The Beatles debut on UK TV’s Sunday Night at the London Palladium (1963) — major TV appearance that helped propel Beatlemania in the UK. (This Day In Music)
  
  
• The Who record “My Generation” at Pye Studios (1965) — studio milestone for a classic-rock anthem. (This Day In Music)
  
  
• U2’s The Unforgettable Fire hits UK No.1 (anniversary note, 1984) — good tie-in for discussions of U2’s 80s evolution and Eno/Lanois production. (This Day In Music)
  
  
• Notable birthdays (use for quick “On This Day” mentions): Paul Simon, Robert Lamm (Chicago), Sammy Hagar. (This Day In Music)
  
  

(Full October 13 page with additional items.) (This Day In Music)

October 14

• David Bowie releases Heroes (1977) — celebrate the anniversary and talk about the Berlin Trilogy / Brian Eno / Robert Fripp contributions. Great deep-dive topic. (This Day In Music)
  
  
• Jackson 5 make a major U.S. TV debut (Hollywood Palace, 1968) — cross-genre TV moment you can frame as “how TV gave artists a break.” (This Day In Music)
  
  
• Notable birthdays: Cliff Richard, Justin Hayward (The Moody Blues), Colin Hodgkinson (Whitesnake) — good for brief artist bios / music clips. (This Day In Music)
  
  

(Full October 14 page.) (This Day In Music)

October 15

• Elton John hits UK No.1 again with “Cold Heart (Pnau remix)” (2021) — modern rock/pop cross-over note you can use to compare classic vs. modern chart moves. (This Day In Music)
  
  
• Use the day to highlight producers / session players born on this day (see page) — useful for quick production-tech talk segments. (This Day In Music)
  
  

(Full October 15 page for more birthdays and events.) (This Day In Music)

October 16

• Patsy Cline releases “Crazy” (1961) — while country-leaning, this song’s crossover and songwriting story (Willie Nelson) are useful when discussing songwriting craft in classic rock playlists. (This Day In Music)
  
  
• (Check the page for additional anniversaries, births & chart moments you can use for short segments.) (This Day In Music)
  
  

(Full October 16 page.) (This Day In Music)

October 17

• Gord Downie (The Tragically Hip) dies (2017) — an important note for Canadian rock fans and a great opportunity to play a Tragically Hip clip and talk about national icons. (This Day In Music)
  
  
• The Bee Gees score a UK No.1 with “You Win Again” (anniversary items on the page) — interesting for conversations about artists who span decades. (This Day In Music)
  
  
• Birthdays to drop in: Ziggy Marley, Eminem (good for modern rock comparisons / contrasts). (This Day In Music)
  
  

(Full October 17 page.) (This Day In Music)

October 18

• Traveling Wilburys release Traveling Wilburys Vol. 1 (1988) — supergroup moment: Bob Dylan, George Harrison, Jeff Lynne, Roy Orbison, Tom Petty — great fodder for “supergroup” stories and the relaxed, star-studded recording vibe. (Ultimate Classic Rock)
  
  
• The Jimi Hendrix Experience make their live debut in Paris (supporting Johnny Hallyday) — 1966 — excellent for “on the road” stories and Hendrix’s early rise. (SoundOD)
  
  
• Guns N’ Roses opening chaos while opening for The Rolling Stones (Oct 18, 1989) — juicy road/riot tour story to tell on air. (Ultimate Classic Rock)
  
  
• The Bee Gees top the UK chart with “Massachusetts” (1967) — a nice chart-history anecdote. (This Day In Music)
  
  
• Notable birthdays (classic-rock staples): Chuck Berry (1926), Gary Richrath (REO Speedwagon, 1949). (Classics Du Jour)
  
  

(Full October 18 page.) (This Day In Music)

How I recommend using this on your show

• Short segments (30–90 seconds each): Pick 2–3 items per show day — e.g., an album anniversary (Bowie Heroes), a road story (Guns N’ Roses / Stones), and a birthday (Sammy Hagar or Paul Simon).
  
  
• Deeper segment (3–6 minutes): The Traveling Wilburys release or Dylan’s Nobel win makes a great longer story with audio clips. (Ultimate Classic Rock)
  
  

“Hidden gems” idea: I deliberately included touring/road incidents (Hendrix debut; GNR/Rolling Stones) and producer/recording milestones so you don’t just read chart dates — that helps avoid overlooking obvious but interesting items. (SoundOD)