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Tim Durling Discusses His 8-Track Focused Book “Unspooled”

October 13, 2025

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Season 1, Episode 23: https://www.youtube.com/TimsVinylConfessions

Tim Durling discussed his book “Unspooled” about 8-track tapes, which explores the format’s history and collecting culture while combining personal biography with music collecting. The book’s creation was inspired by a conversation with recent podcast guest Martin Popoff, who wrote the foreword, and was completed through a successful Kickstarter campaign in 2021. Tim shared his extensive 8-track collection and experiences as a collector, while also discussing the format’s history and popularity, including its continued production beyond the 1980s. Additionally, he promoted his other books, which focus on specific bands and artists.

YouTube: https://youtu.be/iY_jvfSTnbc

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3sv0kemXV0ZQMHdbP6awjR?si=YV5GdhlxRhmeLdRcKBPoIg

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Musician Trevor Kidd Discusses New Single Sunshine

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October 6, 2025

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Season 1, Episode 22: https://www.instagram.com/trevorkiddmusic/

Trevor discussed his songwriting process, including how “Sunshine” emerged from an instrumental riff, and his collaboration with INXS bassists Gary Beers and Tea Party guitarist Jeff Martin on lead guitar on the song. He expressed interest in working with other musicians like Gilby Clark and Mike Kruger in the future. Trevor also shared his experiences working with Randy and Tal Bachman and mentioned his upcoming projects with Gary, which will be more collaborative and harder rock in style.

YouTube: https://youtu.be/YGm-d3F-r-E

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5tPIJ9jLB4QMJntLZ80dyo?si=rpcP1VkcR3y6HsmYay0QZw

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Guns N’ Roses at 40 with Martin Popoff

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September 30, 2025

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Season 1, Episode 21: https://martinpopoff.com/html/bookslist

Martin and I discussed Martin’s book “Guns N’ Roses at 40,” which covers 40 career highlights of the band in a chronological format. We also explored Martin’s extensive writing process and experience authoring over 135 books, including his work on band biographies and historical accounts. The conversation concluded with discussions about Martin’s upcoming book releases and their availability through various retailers.

YouTube: https://youtu.be/fTHWF4zgBmA

Spotify: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/bigalrocks/episodes/Guns-N-Roses-at-40-with-Martin-Popoff-e38tkah

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Bruce Springsteen and Born To Run: 50 Years

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September 22, 2025

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Season 1, Episode 20: https://www.amazon.com/Bruce-Springsteen-Born-Run-Albums/dp/0760391734

This week I spoke to author Sean Egan about his new book “Bruce Springsteen and Born to Run: 50 Years,” which explores the making and impact of the landmark 1975 album on its 50th anniversary. The book, published by Motorbooks, provides context about Bruce Springsteen’s career and the challenging recording process that resulted in what many consider “the greatest record ever made.” Sean discussed how Springsteen’s songwriting style evolved for the album and the significant challenges faced during recording, including personnel changes and the artist’s perfectionism.

YouTube: https://youtu.be/8gKTKX7CXK0

Spotify: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/bigalrocks/episodes/Bruce-Springsteen-and-Born-To-Run-50-Years-e38c125

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Consequence of Energy Guitarist Diego Sagredo

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September 15, 2025

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Season 1, Episode 19: https://www.instagram.com/consequenceofenergy/

Diego Sagredo, guitarist from the Chilean rock band Consequence of Energy, joins me this week to promote their debut single “Freedom” and upcoming album “We Are One.” The band’s new conceptual album, produced by Gard Richardson, blends hard rock with ancestral sounds and features 12 tracks including “Freedom,” set for release in January 2026. The band shared their touring plans for South American festivals and potential tours in Europe and the United States, along with details about a special animated vinyl edition of the album with U.S. distribution.

YouTube: https://youtu.be/aFwbsLFLmqg

Spotify: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/bigalrocks/episodes/Consequence-of-Energy-Guitarist-Diego-Sagredo-e388t4t

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