Where do you weigh in on re-issue or so-called “deluxe edition” albums with bonus tracks? That question factors heavily into this week’s show and includes musical arguments for and against them.
What famous hard rock hit is featured in family-friendly movies but is really about a transvestite stripper? That answer is in the show.
A song from a late 80s hairband that changed its name just as it was gaining popularity, and thus seppekued their own success.
The facts behind one of the best known rock and metal legends in history.
The Cover Song of the Week is a more aggressive, edgier version of a Queen song. Before we get to it, see if you can guess the song or artist who covered it. Hints throughout the show.
Plus music by Dokken, Kix, Aerosmith, Bon Jovi, Hinder, Love/Hate, Firehouse, and more.
Playlist
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Rainbow – Long Live Rock ‘N’ Roll
Devour the Day – Good Man
Richie Kotzen – You Can’t Save Me
Guns N’ Roses – Mr. Brownstone
White Lion – Wait
Def Leppard – Animal
Dokken – It’s Not Love
BulletBoys – Smooth Up In Ya
Van Halen – Poundcake
Damn Yankees – Bad Reputation
Noisy Mama – Daddy Long Legs
Warrant – The Power
Kix – Bump the La La
Hinder – Better Than Me
The Pretty Reckless – My Medicine
Aerosmith – Dude (Looks Like a Lady)
Mötley Crüe – Home Sweet Home
Mr. Big – Addicted to That Rush
Love/Hate – Why Do You Think They Call It Dope
Halestorm – Dear Daughter
Cover Song of the Week
Cover: Nine Inch Nails – Get Down Make Love
Original: Queen – Get Down, Make Love
Firehouse – Lover’s Lane
Bon Jovi – Wanted Dead or Alive