Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper (Zach Cropper)
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| 04 Feb 2022 | E81: The Rolling Stones — 'Between The Buttons' 55th Anniversary | 01:41:42 | |
In this episode, we take a look at what I believe to be a very underrated Rolling Stones album in 'Between The Buttons,' released 55 years ago last month in the UK and 55 years ago this month in the US... Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 12 Feb 2022 | E82: Jefferson Airplane — 'Surrealistic Pillow' 55th Anniversary | 01:05:05 | |
In this episode, we discuss Jefferson Airplane's sophomore effort, 'Surrealistic Pillow,' released February 1, 1967. It's one of the seminal psychedelic rock albums, and a personal favourite of mine... Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 18 Feb 2022 | E83: The Allman Brothers Band — 'Eat A Peach' 50th Anniversary | 00:58:18 | |
In this episode, we discuss one of the best albums for warm, sunny, Southern vibes: the Allman Brothers Band's 'Eat A Peach,' which was released 50 years ago last week! There weren't as many great albums released in 1972 as there were in 1971, so these 50th anniversary episodes will be fewer and farther between this year, but this is definitely one worth celebrating... Texas ToastThe #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 21 Feb 2022 | E84: Fleetwood Mac — 'Rumours' 45th Anniversary (w/Spencer Cropper) | 02:02:32 | |
In this episode, we look at one of the highest-selling albums of all time, Fleetwood Mac's 1977 masterpiece, 'Rumours.' My brother and resident pop aficionado, Spencer Cropper, joins the party as well... The #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 25 Feb 2022 | E85: Grateful Dead — 'Dave's Picks Vol. 41' Review | 00:37:12 | |
In this episode, we discuss the Grateful Dead's latest archival live release, 'Dave's Picks Vol. 41,' which features their complete May 26, 1977 concert at Baltimore Civic Center. The #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 03 Mar 2022 | Welcome To The Show! | 00:01:54 | |
Here's a quick synopsis of the show and my vision for it... Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 05 Mar 2022 | E86: Elvis Presley — 'How Great Thou Art' 55th Anniversary | 00:40:25 | |
In this episode, we cover both Elvis and gospel for the first time, looking at his 'How Great Thou Art' album. Released on February 27, 1967, it's the second of three gospel albums in Elvis' discography. The #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 07 Mar 2022 | E87: Led Zeppelin — Oceania '72 — 50th Anniversary (w/Alessandro) | 02:14:04 | |
In this episode, we discuss Led Zeppelin's one and only trip to Australia and New Zealand in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the trek. We are also joined for the first time by my friend, Alessandro, who is a big fan of this tour. The #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 15 Mar 2022 | E88: Grateful Dead — 'Fillmore West 1969: The Complete Recordings' | 02:18:21 | |
In this episode, we discuss the Grateful Dead's famed February 27 through March 2, 1969 run at the Fillmore West in San Francisco, officially released in full in 2005 as 'Fillmore West 1969: The Complete Recordings.' Prior to that, it had produced most of their classic 1969 live album, 'Live/Dead.' The #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 18 Mar 2022 | E89: Jethro Tull — 'Thick As A Brick' 50th Anniversary | 00:26:33 | |
In this episode, we discuss Jethro Tull's 1972 masterpiece, 'Thick As A Brick,' in celebration of its 50th anniversary. In parodying the "concept album," they ended up making one of the best concept albums! The #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 25 Mar 2022 | E90: U2 — 'The Joshua Tree' 35th Anniversary | 01:08:02 | |
In this episode — our first U2 episode — we look at their classic 1987 album, 'The Joshua Tree' in celebration of its 35th anniversary. The #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 31 Mar 2022 | E91: Grateful Dead — 'The Grateful Dead' 55th Anniversary | 00:50:36 | |
In this episode, we discuss the Grateful Dead's eponymous debut album in celebration of its 55th anniversary. Their live output gets most of the attention — rightfully so — but their studio output shouldn't be ignored... The #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 08 Apr 2022 | E92: AC/DC — 'Let There Be Rock' 45th Anniversary | 01:20:27 | |
In this episode, we discuss AC/DC's 'Let There Be Rock' album in celebration of its 45th anniversary. I didn't intend for it to take so long to get around to another AC/DC episode, but here we are... The #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 14 Apr 2022 | E93: Supertramp — 'Even In The Quietest Moments...' 45th Anniversary | 00:53:27 | |
In this episode, we discuss Supertramp's 'Even In The Quietest Moments...' album in celebration of its 45th anniversary. They're a band I've been decently into for 15 years or so, but haven't had the chance to talk about on the show...until now! The #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 29 Apr 2022 | E94: Wild Mothers — Debut Album Review & Interview | 01:37:37 | |
In this episode, we discuss Wild Mothers' eponymous debut album, released April 22, 2022. Wild Mothers are a rock band from the New Jersey suburbs of Philadelphia. I had the pleasure of interviewing them for this episode, and our conversation is presented here in its entirety. The #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 16 May 2022 | E95: The Rolling Stones — 'Exile On Main St.' 50th Anniversary | 03:04:56 | |
In this episode, we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the release of the Rolling Stones' double album opus, 'Exile On Main St.' The culmination of their four-album streak that began with 'Beggars Banquet' and is as good of a four-album run as any artist has ever had, many consider 'Exile' to be the Stones' definitive work. This exercise unlocked an even greater appreciation of it for me, and I hope it will for you as well... The #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 29 May 2022 | E96: Elton John — 'Honky Château' 50th Anniversary | 00:36:53 | |
In this episode, we discuss Elton John's 'Honky Château' album, which kicked off a string of seven consecutive chart-toppers for him in the US. The #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 03 Jun 2022 | E97: The Jimi Hendrix Experience — 'Are You Experienced' 55th Anniversary | 00:30:38 | |
In this episode, we discuss the Jimi Hendrix Experience's debut album, 'Are You Experienced,' in celebration of the 55th anniversary of its release. I'm actually surprised it took us almost 100 episodes to pass through 'Hendrix International Airport' as it were... The #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 10 Jun 2022 | E98: Grateful Dead — 'Dave's Picks Vol. 42' Review | 00:46:59 | |
In this episode, we have a look at the Grateful Dead's latest archival live release, 'Dave's Picks Vol. 42,' which contains their 2/23/74 show at Winterland in San Francisco. We also briefly cover the subscriber-only bonus disc, which contains 10 of the 30 songs from the night before... The #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 15 Jun 2022 | E99: The Beatles — 'Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band' 55th Anniversary (w/Spencer Cropper) | 02:33:04 | |
In this episode — joined by my brother, Spencer Cropper — we discuss the Beatles' 'Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band' in celebration of the 55th anniversary of its release. Rightly hailed as one of, if not the greatest album of all time, you knew we had to talk about this one... The #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 17 Jun 2022 | E100: Grateful Dead — Europe '72 Tour 50th Anniversary (w/Alex Mihalopoulos) | 03:18:31 | |
In this episode, joined by my friend, Alex Mihalopoulos, we discuss the Grateful Dead's legendary Europe '72 tour in celebration of its 50th anniversary. This tour is one of my favourite topics, and as it was the first topic covered on this show way back in Episode 2, it only made sense for its 50th anniversary episode to receive the honour of being Episode 100. See the links below for previous Europe '72 content I've been involved with... The #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 24 Jun 2022 | E101: Bob Marley & The Wailers — 'Exodus' 45th Anniversary | 00:42:51 | |
In this episode, we finally get around to discussing Bob Marley at length, focussing on the 'Exodus' album in celebration of the 45th anniversary of its release. The #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 30 Jun 2022 | E102: Pink Floyd — 'Obscured By Clouds' 50th Anniversary | 00:40:04 | |
In this episode, we discuss Pink Floyd's 'Obscured By Clouds' album in celebration of the 50th anniversary of its release. A film soundtrack released between 'Meddle' and 'The Dark Side Of The Moon,' it gets a bit lost in the shuffle, which is a real shame, because it has some great songs on it... The #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 08 Jul 2022 | E103: Led Zeppelin — North America '72 — 50th Anniversary (w/Vinnie Damiri) | 04:23:05 | |
In this, the Season 4 finale, we discuss Led Zeppelin's legendary 1972 North American Tour in celebration of its 50th anniversary. We're joined by my friend, Vinnie Damiri, who is a big fan of this tour. We covered this tour way back in Episode 4 two years ago, but I couldn't let the 50th anniversary pass without talking about it again... The #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 04 Aug 2022 | E104: Led Zeppelin — Ranking The 1977 Versions Of "No Quarter" | 02:53:14 | |
Welcome to Season 5! In this episode, we rank the 34 versions of "No Quarter" from Led Zeppelin's 1977 North American Tour for which a recording currently circulates — there were 44 shows in total. We first discussed the '77 tour way back in Episode 6, which covered the tour in full. The #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 11 Aug 2022 | E105: Grateful Dead — 'Terrapin Station' 45th Anniversary | 00:34:12 | |
In this episode, we take a look at the Grateful Dead's ninth studio album, 'Terrapin Station,' in celebration of the 45th anniversary of its release. The #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 26 Aug 2022 | E106: My Top 25 Albums Of All Time | 02:45:20 | |
In this episode, I unveil my personal Top 25 albums of all time. I didn't try to be particularly objective...just the ones I'd want to bring with me to a deserted island! The #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 31 Aug 2022 | E107: Grateful Dead — 'Dave's Picks Vol. 43' Review | 00:40:56 | |
In this episode, we review the latest instalment in the Dave's Picks series, which consists of two complete 1969 shows: November 2 at the Family Dog in San Francisco, and December 26 at SMU's McFarlin Auditorium in Dallas. The #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 02 Sep 2022 | E108: Grateful Dead — 'Sunshine Daydream' 50th Anniversary (w/Alex Mihalopoulos) | 01:17:54 | |
In this episode, in celebration of its 50th anniversary, we discuss the Grateful Dead's famous August 27, 1972 show in Veneta, Oregon, which has been officially released as 'Sunshine Daydream.' We are joined by my good friend, Alex Mihalopoulos. The #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 13 Sep 2022 | E109: Led Zeppelin — 5/4/71 Odense | 00:42:48 | |
In this episode, we review the recently-surfaced recording of Led Zeppelin's May 4, 1971 concert at Fyens Forum in Odense, Denmark. The #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 16 Sep 2022 | E110: Ethan Heroux — "Blankets" (w/Ethan Heroux) | 00:46:14 | |
In this episode, we are joined by my friend, Ethan Heroux, to discuss his debut single, "Blankets," which was just released today. The #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 23 Sep 2022 | E111: Grateful Dead — Top 25 Shows | 01:49:14 | |
In this episode, I give you my personal Top 25 Grateful Dead shows. This is not only subjective, but always subject to change as I explore more and more of their vast live catalogue — and reassess shows I've heard many times... The #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 14 Oct 2022 | E112: Led Zeppelin — Japan '72 | 01:19:05 | |
In this episode, in celebration of its 50th anniversary, we discuss Led Zeppelin's Japan '72 tour for the first time. While not as magical as their trip to Japan the year before, this tour still marks an interesting juncture in their career... Texas ToastThe #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 28 Oct 2022 | E113: Led Zeppelin — Top 25 Shows | 01:38:09 | |
At long last, I unveil my personal Top 25 Led Zeppelin concerts! As I explain in the episode, my method was kind of a mix of objective and subjective criteria... Texas ToastThe #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 08 Nov 2022 | E114: The Beatles — 'Revolver' Super Deluxe Edition Review | 00:36:56 | |
In this episode, we review the Beatles' recently-released Super Deluxe Edition of their 1966 album, 'Revolver,' which features a new mix of the original album and some fascinating bonus tracks. The #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 08 Nov 2022 | E115: Pink Floyd — 'Animals' Remix Review | 00:09:23 | |
In this episode, we briefly review Pink Floyd's recently-released remix of their 1977 album, 'Animals.' Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 25 Nov 2022 | E116: The Kinks — "Waterloo Sunset" | 00:26:12 | |
In this episode, in belated celebration of the 55th anniversary of its release, we examine the Kinks' "Waterloo Sunset," one of my all-time favourite songs... Texas ToastThe #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 02 Dec 2022 | E117: Grateful Dead — 'Dave's Picks Vol. 44' Review | 00:32:22 | |
In this episode, we review 'Dave's Picks Vol. 44,' the latest instalment in the Grateful Dead's quarterly archival live release series. This release contains the complete June 23, 1990 show from Autzen Stadium on the University of Oregon's campus in Eugene, Oregon. Texas ToastThe #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 20 Dec 2022 | E118: Taylor Swift — 'Midnights' Review | 03:18:04 | |
In this episode, we review Taylor Swift's — somewhat — recently-released 10th studio album, 'Midnights.' My apologies for the near-two month delay...scheduling issues, but it also took awhile for the album to sink in. As you probably know by now, she's really the only "current" artist we talk about on here... Texas ToastThe #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 21 Dec 2022 | E119: Led Zeppelin — Vancouver '71 Review | 00:40:26 | |
In this episode — a most welcome surprise addition to the schedule — we review the recently-surfaced recording of Led Zeppelin's long-sought-after August 19, 1971 concert at Pacific Coliseum in Vancouver, British Columbia. This was the opening night of their 1971 North American Tour. It contains one of just four complete versions of "Gallows Pole" on record, a fairly rare cover of Eddie Cochran's "Weekend," and is arguably Robert Plant's last show with his true peak vocals... Texas ToastThe #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 23 Dec 2022 | E120: Led Zeppelin — UK '72 Tour 50th Anniversary | 01:15:15 | |
In this episode, we discuss the 1972 portion of Led Zeppelin's 1972-73 UK Tour in celebration of the 50th anniversary of said shows. I wasn't too familiar with this tour heading into this exercise, but I really enjoyed it — and think you will too! Texas ToastThe #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 26 Dec 2022 | E121: Grateful Dead — Ranking The 1972 Shows | 04:44:47 | |
In this, the Season 5 finale, we rank all 86 of the Grateful Dead's 1972 concerts, in celebration of the 50th anniversary of that venerable year in Dead history. In a sense, I've been working on this episode for two years now, as I listened to all 86 shows last year in preparation for this year! The #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 23 Jan 2023 | E122: The Rolling Stones — 1/18/73 Los Angeles 50th Anniversary | 00:19:34 | |
In this, the Season 3 opener, we discuss the Rolling Stones' January 18, 1973 benefit concert for the Nicaraguan earthquake victims, which was held at the Forum in Los Angeles. Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 30 Jan 2023 | E123: Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young — "Our House" (w/Spencer Cropper) | 00:57:09 | |
In this episode, partially inspired by David Crosby's recent passing, we take a look at Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young's 1970 hit, "Our House." We are joined in this episode by my brother, Spencer Cropper, for the first time since Episode 99 last June. Be sure to follow him on Instagram — @spencercropper — and wherever you stream your music to be kept in the loop about upcoming shows, as well as the impending release of his debut album! Texas ToastThe #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 09 Feb 2023 | E124: Led Zeppelin — UK '73 (w/ledzepfilm) | 02:03:36 | |
In this episode, joined for the first time since Episode 67 by my good friend, ledzepfilm, we discuss the 1973 portion of Led Zeppelin's UK tour in the Winter of 1972-73. It's a tour I wasn't very familiar with going into this exercise, and I was pleasantly surprised… Texas ToastThe #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 22 Feb 2023 | 🔒 E125: Musician's Music | 00:18:52 | |
In this episode, I explain the changes to the show's premium content, then discuss the notion of "musician's music." Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 03 Mar 2023 | E127: The Rolling Stones — 1973 Pacific Tour | 01:05:51 | |
In this episode, we discuss the Rolling Stones' February 1973 tour of Australia and New Zealand — and the Los Angeles and Honolulu shows preceding it — in celebration of its 50th anniversary. This tour found the Stones at — or very near — their peak, and when you include the "sidemen," was the last hurrah for their classic Mick Taylor-era lineup... Texas ToastThe #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 03 Mar 2023 | 🔒 E126: Meals Are Tasks, Not Events | 00:14:13 | |
In this episode, I air my grievances with wasting time at the table — amongst other things — and offer some advice for those of you wishing to improve your productivity by spending more time feeding your head... Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 09 Mar 2023 | 🔒 E128: My Top 10 Female Artists | 00:21:27 | |
In this impromptu episode, in honour of International Women's Day, I discuss my personal top 10 female artists. Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 12 Mar 2023 | E129: Pink Floyd — 'The Dark Side Of The Moon' 50th Anniversary (w/Spencer Cropper) | 03:20:46 | |
In this episode, we discuss Pink Floyd's legendary 'The Dark Side Of The Moon' album in celebration of its March 1, 1973 release. My brother, Spencer Cropper, stops by to share his thoughts as well... Texas ToastThe #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 17 Mar 2023 | E130: Taylor Swift — Eras Tour Setlist Predictions | 00:39:27 | |
In this episode, we take a slight detour from our regularly scheduled programming, as I offer my thoughts on how Taylor Swift could approach structuring the setlists on her upcoming Eras Tour. With four new albums and two re-recordings in the five years since her last tour, the possibilities are endless... Texas ToastThe #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 17 Mar 2023 | 🔒 E131: Zach & Alex's INTJ Hour — March 2023 | 00:36:53 | |
This episode is the first of what I intend to be a recurring series: Zach & Alex's INTJ Hour, wherein my friend, Alex Mihalopoulos, and I discuss all manner of topics — musical and not... Texas ToastThe #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 25 Mar 2023 | E132: Pink Floyd — Albums Ranked (w/Alex) | 02:20:41 | |
In this episode, with the help of my good friend, Alex, we rank Pink Floyd's 15 studio albums. Alex is the co-host of Workingman's Pod, a fantastic Grateful Dead podcast that I've had the pleasure of being a guest on twice now... The #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 25 Mar 2023 | 🔒 E133: Taylor Swift — Eras Tour Setlist Reaction | 01:06:36 | |
In this episode, as a sequel of sorts to Episode 130, I react to what we now know to be the setlist for Taylor Swift's Eras Tour, and offer my thoughts on how she could introduce more variety from one night to the next... Texas ToastThe #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 01 Apr 2023 | E134: The Beatles — 'Please Please Me' 60th Anniversary (w/Spencer Cropper) | 00:44:42 | |
In this episode — joined by my brother, Spencer Cropper — we discuss the Beatles' debut album, 'Please Please Me,' in celebration of the 60th anniversary of its March 22, 1963 release in the UK. Texas ToastThe #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 02 Apr 2023 | 🔒 E135: Baseball Was Better With Steroids | 00:13:33 | |
In this episode, I air a few of my grievances with Major League Baseball, discuss the setlist from Taylor Swift's first night in Dallas, and share a recent realization I had about the differences between '72 and '73 Dead... Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 07 Apr 2023 | E136: Led Zeppelin — 'Houses Of The Holy' 50th Anniversary (w/Spencer Cropper) | 03:31:26 | |
In this episode — joined by my brother, Spencer Cropper — we discuss Led Zeppelin's fifth studio album, 'Houses Of The Holy,' in celebration of the 50th anniversary of its March 1973 release. The #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 08 Apr 2023 | 🔒 E137: Led Zeppelin — "The Ocean" Drum Cover | 00:04:39 | |
For this week's premium episode, I thought I'd try something different. Since we were discussing Led Zeppelin's 'Houses Of The Holy' album for its 50th anniversary this week, I figured I'd do a full drum cover of "The Ocean" for you paying subscribers... Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 13 Apr 2023 | 🔒 E138: The Wailers — 'Catch A Fire' 50th Anniversary | 00:16:40 | |
In this episode, we discuss the Wailers' 'Catch A Fire' album, released on this day in 1973. I had actually never heard it in full until today, but when I saw that the today is the 50th anniversary of its release, I figured I would give you my impromptu thoughts... Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 14 Apr 2023 | E139: Led Zeppelin — Europe '73 (w/ledzepfilm) | 01:42:30 | |
In this episode, with the help of my good friend, ledzepfilm, we discuss Led Zeppelin's legendary Europe '73 tour in celebration of its 50th anniversary. You may recall that we discussed this tour in great detail two years ago in Episode 42. Accordingly, we focus more on overall impressions of the tour in this episode... Texas ToastThe #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 22 Apr 2023 | E140: Grateful Dead — First Quarter Update On 1973 Pilgrimage | 00:50:51 | |
In this episode, I provide an update on my 50th anniversary pilgrimage through the 73 concerts the Grateful Dead performed in 1973. As we are through 20 shows already, and there are only 15 more between now and September 7, it seemed a fitting time to pause and reflect... Texas ToastThe #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 29 Apr 2023 | 🔒 E141: Taylor Swift — Ranking The Surprise Song Pairings So Far | 00:32:16 | |
In light of the popularity of Episode 130, I thought that in this episode we would rank the surprise song pairings of Taylor Swift's Eras Tour thus far — which we happen to be exactly a quarter of the way through, with 13 of the 52 shows in the books... Texas ToastThe #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 29 Apr 2023 | E142: Grateful Dead — Top 10 One-Drummer Shows w/o "Dark Star" or "The Other One" | 00:38:56 | |
When evaluating pre-hiatus Grateful Dead shows, "Dark Star" and "The Other One" typically factor heavily. That's why I thought in this episode, it would be fun to talk about the best shows where they did not play either of their spacey '60s epics. I confined it to the one-drummer era for a more "apples-to-apples" comparison... Texas ToastThe #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 04 May 2023 | 🔒 E143: May The Fourth Be With You | 00:16:54 | |
Somewhat of an "off" week this week as I gear up for next week's 45th anniversary episode on AC/DC's 'Powerage,' but I wanted to update you premium subscribers on a few things... Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 14 May 2023 | E144: Grateful Dead — Reappraising Cornell '77 (w/Alex Mihalopoulos) | 01:17:50 | |
With the Grateful Dead's famed Cornell '77 show in the news again this week as Dead & Company returned to Barton Hall on the anniversary for a benefit show, my friend, Alex, and I thought it was the perfect time to add our two cents to the narrative surrounding this most polarizing concert... Texas ToastThe #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 18 May 2023 | 🔒 E145: Greatest Live Album Ever Made? | 00:32:23 | |
James Brown's famous 'Live At The Apollo' album, often cited as the greatest live album ever made, was released 60 years ago this month. As such, I figured I should finally listen to it! Another live album often cited as the greatest, the Who's 'Live At Leeds,' had its release anniversary this week — just 53 years — so I thought I would address both of their claims at the title together... Texas ToastThe #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 25 May 2023 | E146: AC/DC — 'Powerage' 45th Anniversary | 01:41:48 | |
In this episode, we discuss AC/DC's fifth album, 'Powerage,' in celebration of its May '78 release. You may recall that we did the same for its predecessor, 'Let There Be Rock,' just over a year ago in Episode 92. I also reviewed 'Power Up' upon its November 2020 release, way back in Episode 22... Texas ToastThe #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 03 Jun 2023 | E147: The Rolling Stones — "Jumpin' Jack Flash" 55th Anniversary (w/Alex Mihalopoulos) | 00:44:02 | |
In this episode, we are joined by my great friend, Alex Mihalopoulos, to discuss the Rolling Stones' iconic "Jumpin' Jack Flash" in celebration of the 55th anniversary of its release. Texas ToastThe #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 03 Jun 2023 | 🔒 E148: Bob Dylan — 'The Freewheelin' Bob Dylan' 60th Anniversary (w/Alex Mihalopoulos) | 00:53:55 | |
In this episode, my great friend, Alex Mihalopoulos, joins us to discuss Bob Dylan's second album, 'The Freewheelin' Bob Dylan,' in celebration of the 60th anniversary of its release. Texas ToastThe #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 09 Jun 2023 | E149: The Rolling Stones — 'Some Girls' 45th Anniversary (w/Spencer Cropper & Alex Mihalopoulos) | 02:54:26 | |
In this episode, we discuss the Rolling Stones' 'Some Girls' album in celebration of the 45th anniversary of its June 9, 1978 release. We are joined by both my brother, Spencer Cropper, and my great friend, Alex Mihalopoulos — simultaneously! Texas ToastThe #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 16 Jun 2023 | E150: Dead & Company — 6/9/23 Chicago | 01:29:50 | |
This is the first in a two-part series recapping my trip to Chicago this past weekend, centred around reviewing the Dead & Company shows at Wrigley Field that were the purpose of my trip. The #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 16 Jun 2023 | E151: Dead & Company — 6/10/23 Chicago | 01:42:22 | |
This is the second in a two-part series recapping my trip to Chicago this past weekend, centred around reviewing the Dead & Company shows at Wrigley Field that were the purpose of my trip. The #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 18 Jun 2023 | 🔒 E153: Dead & Company — 6/9/23 Chicago "U.S. Blues" | 00:08:34 | |
In this episode, I present my complete recording of Dead & Company's "U.S. Blues" encore at Chicago's Wrigley Field this past Friday, June 9, 2023. Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 17 Jun 2023 | 🔒 E152: Dead & Company — 6/9/23 Chicago 'Sugar/Scarlet/Sunshine' | 00:18:21 | |
In this episode, I present my complete recording of Dead & Company's second set-closing "Sugar Magnolia"/"Scarlet Begonias" sandwich at Chicago's Wrigley Field this past Friday, June 9, 2023. Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 23 Jun 2023 | 🔒 E154: Aretha Franklin — 'Aretha Now' 55th Anniversary | 00:13:44 | |
In this episode, we discuss Aretha Franklin's 'Aretha Now' album in celebration of the 55th anniversary of its June 14, 1968 release. Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 30 Jun 2023 | E155: Spencer Cropper — 'Love/Misery' Review (w/Spencer Cropper) | 01:17:12 | |
In this episode, we are joined by my brother, Spencer Cropper, to discuss his recently-released debut album, 'Love/Misery." It may be a bit outside the scope of what we usually talk about, but it's inspired by much of what we typically discuss, so I think you'll dig it... Texas ToastThe #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 07 Jul 2023 | 🔒 E156: Robert Plant & Alison Krauss — 7/5/23 Toronto | 00:16:38 | |
In this episode, we review the Robert Plant & Alison Krauss concert I attended at Budweiser Stage here in Toronto this week... Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 21 Jul 2023 | 🔒 E157: The Doors — 'Waiting For The Sun' 55th Anniversary | 00:30:07 | |
In this episode, we discuss the Doors' third studio album, 'Waiting For The Sun,' in celebration of the recently-passed 55th anniversary of its July 3, 1968 release. Oddly enough, it was their only No. 1 album, which I explain the potential causality behind. The #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 22 Jul 2023 | E158: Dead & Company — 7/16/23 San Francisco | 02:07:30 | |
In this, the Season 6 finale, we recap my trip to San Francisco this past weekend, centred around a review of Dead & Company's tour-closing show at Oracle Park on Sunday. The #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 16 Aug 2023 | E159: Taylor Swift — 'Speak Now (Taylor's Version)' Review | 01:25:00 | |
In this, the Season 7 opener, we review the recently-released Speak Now (Taylor's Version), the latest instalment in Taylor Swift's re-recording campaign. Speak Now has long been my favourite of Swift's albums, so this was a fun one for me! The #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 24 Aug 2023 | E161: Led Zeppelin — North America '73 (w/ledzepfilm) | 03:53:46 | |
In this episode, joined by one of my best musical friends and collaborators, ledzepfilm, we discuss Led Zeppelin's record-breaking 1973 North American Tour in celebration of its recently-concluded 50th anniversary. I first discussed this tour three years ago, way back in Episode 7, so it was a lot of fun to put it "under the microscope" once again... The #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 31 Aug 2023 | E162: Led Zeppelin — Ranking The 1973 Versions Of "No Quarter" | 01:15:49 | |
In this episode, building off of last week's discussion of Led Zeppelin's 1973 North American Tour, we rank the 1973 versions of "No Quarter," just as we did for the 1975 versions two years ago in Episode 40, and for the 1977 versions last year in Episode 104. Texas ToastThe #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 05 Sep 2023 | E163: Grateful Dead — 'Here Comes Sunshine: 1973' Review | 01:25:02 | |
In this episode, we review the Grateful Dead's latest box set, Here Comes Sunshine: 1973, which contains five complete shows from Spring '73, and can still be ordered in various formats here. For those of you who don't wish to spring for the box, the June 10 show at RFK Stadium has been selected as the "breakout" show from the box, and can be found here. The #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 17 Aug 2023 | 🔒 E160: Grateful Dead — Ranking The 1972 Versions Of "Dark Star" | 00:27:04 | |
In July, I decided to listen to all 31 versions of "Dark Star" the Grateful Dead played in 1972 — one per day — as a "side quest" of sorts. I didn't want it to feel like work, but I did keep a loose ranking as I went along, and figured I would share it with you... Texas ToastThe #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 07 Sep 2023 | 🔒 E164: Grateful Dead — '72 vs. '73 Through 35 Shows | 00:18:30 | |
In this episode, I thought I would offer a quick update on my 50th anniversary pilgrimage through the Grateful Dead's 1973 shows — particularly how it compares with last year's 1972 journey through the same number of shows. Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 13 Oct 2023 | E165: Bedtime Stories w/Dr. Cropper, Vol. 1 | 00:34:21 | |
We're trying something new in this episode. The Grateful Dead's 'American Beauty' is one of my absolute favourite albums, securing a place on my personal "Mt. Rushmore," and is an album I always associate with this time of year. This time two years ago, I was writing and editing for a music magazine, and wrote an article on 'American Beauty' that was never published. I stumbled upon it recently and thought I would read it to you all, more like a bedtime story than a typical episode... The #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 17 Oct 2023 | 🔒 E166: Taylor Swift — Eras Tour Movie Reaction | 00:22:28 | |
In this episode, I recap my experience of attending a screening of Taylor Swift — The Eras Tour last night. Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 17 Oct 2023 | E167: Grateful Dead — 'Anthem Of The Sun' 55th Anniversary | 00:06:50 | |
In this episode, we discuss the Grateful Dead's second studio album, 'Anthem Of The Sun,' in belated celebration of the 55th anniversary of its July 18, 1968 release. Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 18 Oct 2023 | 🔒 E168: The Allman Brothers Band — 'Brothers And Sisters' 50th Anniversary | 00:07:57 | |
In this episode, we discuss the Allman Brothers Band's fourth studio album, 'Brothers And Sisters,' in belated celebration of its August 1973 release. Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 19 Oct 2023 | E169: Marvin Gaye — 'Let's Get It On' 50th Anniversary | 00:07:24 | |
In this episode, we discuss Marvin Gaye's 'Let's Get It On' album in belated celebration of the 50th anniversary of its August 28, 1973 release. Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 20 Oct 2023 | E170: The Rolling Stones — 'Goats Head Soup' 50th Anniversary | 00:25:26 | |
In this episode, we discuss the Rolling Stones' 'Goats Head Soup' album in belated celebration of the 50th anniversary of its August 31, 1973 release. Texas ToastThe #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 25 Oct 2023 | 🔒 E171: Elton John — 'Goodbye Yellow Brick Road' 50th Anniversary | 00:17:30 | |
In this episode, we discuss Elton John's 'Goodbye Yellow Brick Road' album in belated celebration of the 50th anniversary of its October 5, 1973 release. Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 26 Oct 2023 | E172: AC/DC — 'If You Want Blood You've Got It' 45th Anniversary | 00:12:55 | |
In this episode, we discuss AC/DC's first live album, 'If You Want Blood You've Got It' in celebration of the 45th anniversary of its Fall 1978 release. Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 27 Oct 2023 | E173: The Jimi Hendrix Experience — 'Electric Ladyland' 55th Anniversary | 00:14:36 | |
In this episode, we discuss the Jimi Hendrix Experience's third and final studio album, 'Electric Ladyland,' in celebration of the 55th anniversary of its October 16, 1968 release. Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 21 Dec 2023 | E176: Grateful Dead — Ranking The 1973 Shows | 03:41:51 | |
In this episode, as we did for 1972 last year, we rank the Grateful Dead's 1973 concerts to celebrate the 50th anniversary of one of their finest touring years! Texas ToastThe #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 21 Dec 2023 | E177: Grateful Dead — 1972 vs. 1973 | 01:01:57 | |
In this episode, having now gone through the complete ranking exercise for both years, I discuss the differences I hear between 1972 and 1973 Grateful Dead, and tell you which year I prefer... Texas ToastThe #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 19 Dec 2023 | E174: The Beatles — 'The White Album' 55th Anniversary (w/Spencer Cropper) | 01:02:44 | |
In this episode, we are joined by my brother, Spencer Cropper, to discuss the Beatles' 'White Album' in celebration of the 60th anniversary of its November 22, 1968 release. Texas ToastThe #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 20 Dec 2023 | E175: The Rolling Stones — 'Beggars Banquet' 55th Anniversary (w/Spencer Cropper) | 00:45:14 | |
In this episode, we are joined by my brother, Spencer Cropper, to discuss the Rolling Stones' 'Beggars Banquet' album in celebration of the 55th anniversary of its December 6, 1968 release. Texas ToastThe #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 21 Dec 2023 | E178: Year In Review & Looking Ahead | 00:14:26 | |
In this episode, I recap 2023 and provide a brief update on what to expect moving forward. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Talk to you in a month or so... Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||
| 17 Feb 2024 | E179: Super Bowl LVIII Halftime Show | 00:26:17 | |
Welcome to Season 8! In this impromptu episode, I provide some loose thoughts on Usher's halftime show from Super Bowl LVIII in Las Vegas this past weekend. Texas ToastThe #1 Country Music Podcast in Texas! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + | |||