Rickie Lee Jones Unplugged

In 1979, her debut hit, “Chuck E.’s in Love” was the song on everyone’s lips. A Grammy win and a Rolling Stone quickly followed, but fame made Rickie Lee Jones uneasy. So she pushed it all away. We catch up with of music’s all-time greats.

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Ricky Byrd

You may not know his name, but you know one of his signature guitar riffs. Guitarist Ricky Byrd, who helped define the sound of Joan Jett and the Blackhearts and has played alongside all the greats, is trying something different — his own music.

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Darlene Love

You may not know her name, but you certainly know her voice. Rock and Roll Hall of Fame backing vocalist Darlene Love talks about why this is the best time of her life, despite working with some of the greatest singers in rock history in the past.

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Dave Davies

Dave Davies

One of the most interesting men in the history of rock talks to us about creating the songs of a generation in The Kinks, his stroke and his return to music.

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Pat Travers

He’s one of the greatest guitar players ever, yet you’ve probably never even heard his name. Find out why you SHOULD know the name Pat Travers, and wait until you hear his story about nearly making off with Jim Hendrix’s guitar — mid-concert!

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Almost Famous

Even when they’re pushed aside, dreams don’t die. They can lie dormant for decades until old friends, old memories or old pictures bring them back to life. For a band called the Lazy Souls, it took 40 years.

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Bob Kealing

Pop culture expert and author Bob Kealing discusses his new book on Gram Parsons, who helped create an entire genre of music during his short life and launched the careers of future Hall of Famers. Bob describes his fascinating life.

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A Rocker at 70: McGuinn’s Big Birthday

Legendary rocker Roger McGuinn reflects on his history in music, his strong relationship with his wife and how different 70 feels than he ever imagined. Plus, he shares exclusive details about his exciting new project involving his famous friends.

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Mark Farner

In the early 1970s, no one was bigger than Grand Funk Railroad. Mark Farner was the group’s lead singer, guitarist and songwriter, and he says the lessons he learned then remain true today — it’s all about love.

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Orleans: The Legacy of Larry Hoppen

One of the greatest voices in rock music fell silent on July 24, 2012. The lead singer for the band Orleans, Larry Hoppen passed away suddenly and unexpectedly. He was the only member of Orleans who, in the 40 years of the band’s existence…

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David Fishof

He makes dreams come true. With his Rock and Roll Fantasy Camp, David Fishof gives everyone from novice to advanced musicians a chance to rock the stage with rock legends and finally realize their lifelong rock-star fantasies.

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Roger McGuinn in Studio: Part 1

Rock and roll Hall of Famer Roger McGuinn recently stopped by the Growing Bolder Radio Show for the full hour, and our cameras were rolling. Go behind the scenes for an unforgettable session with a legend.

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