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Rock Is Dead

24 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 3 years ago -

Two rock fans and professional broadcasters talk about the state of rock and what got us to where we are now.

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Episodes

Unsung Heroes: Essential Non-Singers in Rock

March 01, 2021 09:42 - 48 minutes - 55.4 MB

Everyone knows the frontman, but who is (or was) the real driving force behind the band's success? Zander and Jackson share their "unsung heroes" before checking in with your responses to the recent tweet. Join the conversation @RockisDeadShow!

Unplugged Riffs + Trouble in the UK

January 29, 2021 23:35 - 59 minutes - 54 MB

Zander and Jackson share some of their favorite acoustic guitar riffs in rock songs, then see what your responses were on Twitter. At 43:00, they're joined by Kaz from East London Radio to discuss a post-pandemic world without visa-free touring. Follow @RockisDeadShow and @ELRRocks!

2021: Five Things To Look Forward To

January 12, 2021 05:21 - 50 minutes - 58.3 MB

Zander & Jackson catch up after an extended break to discuss a scene too crazy for fiction, Miley's foray into rock stardom, and reasons to be optimistic this year.

Taking Sides: Rock n' Roll Feuds, Pt 1

December 19, 2020 05:44 - 51 minutes - 58.6 MB

Zander & Jackson ramble about songwriter drama within rock bands, then share your favorite beefs from Twitter. Whose side are you on? Follow @RockisDeadShow!

2000s Rock

December 08, 2020 11:02 - 52 minutes - 71.6 MB

Zander & Jackson share their favorites from an often-overlooked decade. We share your tweets as well! Follow @RockisDeadShow.

The GRAMMYs and The Disconnect

November 26, 2020 08:26 - 32 minutes - 32.7 MB

What qualifies as "rock music" in 2020? For years, the views of the decision-makers haven't been shared by fans. So what's the reason? Who shouldn't get the blame? And how can rockers overcome the obstacles set forth by executives and pop culture? Zander and Jackson discuss. Twitter - @RockisDeadShow / IG - @RockisDeadPod

Powered Up

November 17, 2020 05:40 - 59 minutes - 81.8 MB

Hours before the AC/DC album release, Zander & Jackson have a spirited conversation about halftime shows, podcast vs radio, and the second wave.

Rockers Who Served

November 11, 2020 03:45 - 43 minutes - 59.8 MB

A few of these names may surprise you! Follow @RockisDeadShow

We Were Late To The Party

November 02, 2020 06:59 - 49 minutes - 67.7 MB

Zander & Jackson mention a couple bands they didn't quite understand at first, then share your responses from Twitter. Follow @RockisDeadShow

For Eddie Pt 2 + The 2020 Playlist

October 23, 2020 09:25 - 53 minutes - 74 MB

Jackson's been going back to listen to every Van Halen album chronologically. He shares his thoughts with Zander, a long-time VH fan. Later on, the guys nominate songs that belong on the playlist dedicated to the atrocious year of 2020. We share yours as well! On Twitter, @Rockisdeadshow, we throw out new topics and get your thoughts prior to recording. ROCK IS DEAD: a commercial-free show by a couple radio guys who used to have these conversations during commercials on the radio. Five-s...

Bands That Should've Been Bigger

October 16, 2020 08:25 - 59 minutes - 82.2 MB

Zander & Jackson cover the underrated, underappreciated, and unlucky. We discuss your responses to our show topics on Twitter! Follow @RockisDeadShow

For Eddie

October 07, 2020 23:37 - 27 minutes - 37.3 MB

This one hit pretty hard. Zander & Jackson talk about the loss of Eddie Van Halen and his impact on rock music. Follow on Twitter @RockisDeadShow - We had another show topic planned for today. That's coming up very soon. Stay tuned.

Quarantine Drinking and Killer Soundtracks

September 23, 2020 11:20 - 1 hour - 83.6 MB

Zander's got a fascination with pressing 'record' without warning. - Follow on Twitter @RockisDeadShow! We shout out a lot of your responses to the topics we plan to discuss.

Delete These Songs Forever

September 09, 2020 23:11 - 1 hour - 99.8 MB

Zander & Jackson give one song from each band that they're completely over. Follow us @RockisDeadShow!

Old Songs That Would Never Fly Today

August 25, 2020 08:48 - 53 minutes - 73.8 MB

This is pretty much Rock History Week. Zander & Jackson talk about the anniversaries, then transition into classic rock songs that wouldn't be received well if they were made in 2020. By the way, thanks for checking out the show! We're in the early stages of this thing, so it would really help if you gave us a rating and subscribed to the podcast. Unless you didn't like the show...then just subscribe and don't rate it. Which old songs do you think wouldn't fly in 2020? Let us know what w...

2020 Concerts, The Black Album, and Rock Radio

August 18, 2020 08:42 - 51 minutes - 70.8 MB

Jackson & Zander open up talking about the Newcastle Concert, which featured seating in socially-distanced pods. Will this become the blueprint for live events in the near future? PLUS: 'Metallica' turned 29, and was back in the news for another surprising reason. Billboard recently declared Harry Styles the biggest rock star in modern music. You'll get as honest of an opinion as you'll find in this episode. The guys also peel back the curtain a bit on current rock radio. Don't forget to...

Hysteria vs Appetite

August 11, 2020 05:37 - 38 minutes - 30.5 MB

Put on your denim and grab your hairspray. We're debating two classic albums this week! Are you siding with Def Leppard or GnR? Let us know on Twitter @RockisDeadShow!

Inspired by Taylor Momsen

August 01, 2020 22:18 - 55 minutes - 50.8 MB

We react to input via Twitter @rockisdeadshow and talk about transitioning; rockers who went on to acting and actors that went on to rockin'.

Inspired by Taylor Momsen

August 01, 2020 22:18

We react to input via Twitter @rockisdeadshow and talk about transitioning; rockers who went on to acting and actors that went on to rockin'.

Protest Songs; Where Are They Now??

July 24, 2020 14:12 - 41 minutes - 37.6 MB

Jackson and Zander talk about a few new rock releases, and there all covers!  They also get around to discussing the lack of protest songs in rock these days and wonder who will be the one to step up?

Protest Songs & Cover Tunes

July 24, 2020 14:12 - 41 minutes - 37.6 MB

Jackson and Zander talk about a few new rock releases, and there all covers!  They also get around to discussing the lack of protest songs in rock these days and wonder who will be the one to step up?

Change a Singer, Change The Band?

July 14, 2020 02:44 - 54 minutes - 50.2 MB

Queen, Sabbath, AC/DC, Crue, Van Halen (and many more!) had notable lead singer changes.  Should the band names have remained the same.  The dudes discuss.

He(a)rd Immunity Fest

July 08, 2020 16:58 - 36 minutes - 33.2 MB

Live music is happening this month. The guys come up with pandemic concert ideas of their own.

Rock Is Dead?

July 08, 2020 16:54 - 37 minutes - 33.9 MB

Meet the guys as they discuss the current state of rock music.