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The Powered By Rock Podcast

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  • The Powered By Rock podcast hosted by Isaac Kuhlman was created to help showcase the best independent and DIY rock musicians in the world, and to pass on to future generations the rock music that has inspired fans around the world for decades. Hear the true stories of rock bands and their life experiences directly from the source while digging deeper into music theory. We talk about rock music like no other show you’ve ever heard all while cracking some jokes and having a good time. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/poweredbyrock/support
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  • How Weezer's Blue Album Changed Rock Music Forever

    How Weezer's Blue Album Changed Rock Music Forever
    Jun 3 2024
    About the Guest(s): **S.W. Lauden** is not only a passionate commentator on the music scene of the 90s but also an author and editor involved in The Generation Blue Project. This project uniquely combines a historical retrospective of the 90s LA geek rock scene with personal accounts from those who were a part of it. Included in the project is a vinyl compilation featuring bands that emerged in the wake of Weezer's rise to fame. **Rod Cervera** is a multifaceted musician and producer, known for his involvement with Supersport 2000 and his contributions to Weezer's 'Maladroit' album. Beyond his role as a musician, Rod has a significant track record as a producer and engineer, having been deeply ingrained in the development of the geek rock scene and its subsequent evolution. Episode Summary: In this nostalgia-filled episode, we delve into the transformative impact of underground music in the 90s, particularly focusing on the genre-defining movement of geek rock. Prompted by a provocative comment dismissing Weezer's Blue Album, the conversation explores the band's lasting legacy and the ripple effect it had on the era's music landscape. The show dives into the origins of geek rock, looking closely at Weezer's remarkable journey as they carved out a new niche, breaking free from the prevailing glam rock mold. The episode also probes into the cultural shifts of the time, where fringe elements like comic books and science fiction began to find mainstream acceptance, laying the groundwork for geek rock’s explosion. Guests S.W. Lauden and Rod Cervera share their firsthand experiences from the front lines of this musical revolution. They recount tales of camaraderie and musical exploration that defined a generation of rock and provided an alternative to the established norms of the rock persona. Intro Music: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠"Colorado" by Birds Love Filters⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Outro Music: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠"Snail Mail" by Speedway Sleeper⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Please consider purchasing some cool merch or some musical instrument accessories at our site - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://poweredbyrock.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Are you an indie musician looking for a structure for your music career? Check out the FREE DIY Rock Career Playlist here - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n_2jRJsJubw&list=PL465-TazTQf5tZ9zGHitfmWQpYsbVlF99⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ You can also learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://diyrockcareer.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Resources from This Episode: Buy The Generation Blue Project Book/Vinyl - https://bigstirrecords.com/the-generation-blue-project Compilation on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/album/2iumlOvlfYMnPo4pKRMegN?si=9TFNTxeLSZm6gHDS4YrV-g S.W. Lauden’s Expanded Playlist on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3eG8cQaokVPzgkkpRKmbhv?si=0f265cbdab814c36 Timeline: 0:00 - Introduction - The Rise of Underground Music in the 1990s 1:11 - Chapter 1 - 2024: 30 Years of Weezer’s Blue Album; Fighting Words from a Friend 11:13 - Weezer's Impact on Music and Personal Identity 15:51 - Weezer's Impact and Support in the LA Music Scene 20:35 - Chapter 2 - The “Blue Album” Causes Total Shift in L.A. Rock Scene; The Birth of Geek Rock 24:31 - Chapter 3 - The Rentals Change Weezer Forever 31:23 - Pinkerton's Impact and Weezer's Evolution in Music 34:40 - Pat Wilson's Understated Drumming Genius in Weezer 38:14 - Weezer's Unreleased Album - Songs From A Black Hole 40:37 - Reflecting on Weezer's Hiatus and the LA Music Scene Evolution 47:25 - Chapter 4 - The Generation Blue Project - Book and Vinyl Compilation 58:25 - Chapter 5 - The Lasting Legacy of Weezer and the Geek Rock Scene 1:02:54 - The Impact of DIY Recording on Indie Music Quality 1:06:37 - The Impact of Producers on Recording Process 1:11:33 - Behind the Scenes of Weezer's 'Maladroit' Production --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/poweredbyrock/support
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    1 hr and 22 mins
  • Top 5 Times Record Labels Rejected Bands That Became Iconic

    Top 5 Times Record Labels Rejected Bands That Became Iconic
    May 6 2024
    Episode Summary: In an industry where rejection is as common as a three-chord song, Isaac Kuhlman sheds light on the surprisingly rough beginnings of some of the most revered names in rock history. Bands like The Beatles, U2, Nirvana, Radiohead, and Linkin Park all share histories marked by initial industry rebuffs, only to later ascend to legendary status. This episode delves into the narratives of missed opportunities, relentless perseverance, and the fateful intersections that changed the course of music history. Each story Kuhlman shares is a testament to the tenacity and innovative spirit of these artists. From The Beatles being turned away by Decca Records to Lincoln Park's whopping 40 rejections, these tales underscore the transformative power of belief in one’s artistic vision. The summaries recount the lessons learned and the triumphs earned, reminding listeners that many music industry trailblazers once faced closed doors and skeptical ears before breaking through to achieve worldwide acclaim.+ Key Takeaways: The Beatles, despite being rejected by Decca Records, went on to revolutionize music after signing with EMI’s subsidiary, Parlophone. U2 overcame initial resistance to secure their place within Island Records, which led to global fame and the genesis of anthemic rock. After numerous rejections, Nirvana found success with Geffen Records, catalyzing the grunge movement with their album "Nevermind." Radiohead proved that artistic integrity could yield immense success after a lukewarm reception from EMI led to their groundbreaking works like "OK Computer." Linkin Park * faced a staggering number of rejections before Warner Bros Records took a chance on them, resulting in a debut album that would define their genre. Intro Music: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠"Colorado" by Birds Love Filters⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Outro Music: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠"Snail Mail" by Speedway Sleeper⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Please consider purchasing some cool merch or some musical instrument accessories at our site - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://poweredbyrock.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you are an aspiring indie musician, and you are looking for a systemized structure for running your music career, check out the FREE DIY Rock Career Playlist here - ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n_2jRJsJubw&list=PL465-TazTQf5tZ9zGHitfmWQpYsbVlF99⁠⁠⁠⁠ You can also learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://diyrockcareer.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Resources from This Episode: Vinnie Fiorello Interview on Powered By Rock Podcast - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=96lzgzv-XhM UltimateClassicRock.com Interview with Chris Blackwell - https://ultimateclassicrock.com/chris-blackwell-memoir-interview/ Faroutmagazine.com Article on Nirvana - https://faroutmagazine.co.uk/dave-grohl-different-from-kurt-cobain/ Jeff Beato Interview with Krist Novoselic of Nirvana - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tbrXN7x623U New Yorker Article about Radiohead - https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2001/08/20/the-searchers ThePRP.com Interview with Jeff Blue about Linkin Park - https://www.theprp.com/2017/07/27/news/linkin-parks-original-ar-recalls-struggle-rejection-bands-pre-fame-days/ Timeline: 0:00 - Iconic Bands Once Rejected by Record Labels Introduction 1:49 - Decca Records' Historic Mistake Rejecting The Beatles 4:30 - U2's Rise From Rejection to Rock Supremacy 7:17 - Nirvana's Rise From Obscurity to Rock Royalty 10:35 - Radiohead's Rejection and Triumph in the Music Industry 14:36 - Linkin Park's Rise From Rejection to Rock Icon Status --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/poweredbyrock/support
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    18 mins
  • The Death of Rock Music: Will It Ever Make a Comeback?

    The Death of Rock Music: Will It Ever Make a Comeback?
    Apr 29 2024
    Episode Summary: In an age where musical genres fluctuate in popularity, rock music's supremacy has waned, sparking discussions and analyses about its decline. Isaac Kuhlman delves into the history and current state of rock, reflecting on the heydays of legendary bands and the genre's marginal presence in the modern era. With a blend of nostalgia and critical insight, Isaac provides a narrative journey through rock's pinnacle and the factors contributing to its fall from mainstream favor. The episode takes a critical and explorative approach to understand why rock music, once a dominant force in the music industry, has faded into the background. Isaac Kuhlman narrates how societal evolution, musical diversification, and the rise of other genres have shaped today’s soundscape. The episode poses a vital question: "Will rock ever return to the mainstream?" Related Topics: "rock music history," "rock genre decline," and "music industry shifts" Key Takeaways: The history of rock music showcases its evolution and how it dominated the music scene until the end of the 20th century. The shift in societal music preferences, the rise of hip-hop and electronic music, and the evolution of consumer behavior have contributed to rock's decline. Rock musicians' attitude towards fame and reluctance to adapt have also played a role in the genre's diminished popularity. Changes in music consumption, including the rise of YouTube and streaming services, have impacted traditional rock avenues such as MTV and radio. The restoration of rock music's popularity hinges on the support of fans, modern musicians' dynamic engagement, and adapting to the current music landscape. Intro Music: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠"Colorado" by Birds Love Filters⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Outro Music: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠"Snail Mail" by Speedway Sleeper⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Please consider purchasing some cool merch or some musical instrument accessories at our site - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://poweredbyrock.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you are an aspiring indie musician, and you are looking for a systemized structure for running your music career, check out the FREE DIY Rock Career Playlist here - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n_2jRJsJubw&list=PL465-TazTQf5tZ9zGHitfmWQpYsbVlF99⁠⁠⁠ You can also learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://diyrockcareer.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Resources from this Episode: How Indie Artists Should Release Music - https://youtu.be/NhKLYWSWg2c?si=IaNY0rgGQ20d_Yos Data Is Beautiful Timeline of Most Popular Music Genres - https://youtu.be/eP88FUL7d_8 Chapters: 00:00 - Rock music's popularity and evolution through the decades 00:27 - Rock music's decline in popularity in the 2000s 01:15 - Shift in musical tastes and cultural diversification 01:30 - The Rise In Other Music Genres 02:22 - Streaming statistics and the decline of new rock music 03:35 - Influence of YouTube and the decline of MTV 04:30 - The Anti-Fame Attitude of Famous Rock Musicians 04:43 - Rock musicians' ego problem and rejection of fame 06:00 - The shift towards artists willing to sign deals and become famous 07:06 - Rock musicians' attitude towards fame and fortune 07:40 - Rock Musicians' Aversion to Change 08:10 - Formulaic song creation in rock music 09:39 - Gatekeeping and purism in the rock genre 10:05 - Decline of human attention span and its impact on rock music 10:30 - Rock songs staying under three minutes and listeners skipping songs 11:23 - The Evolution of Live Music Experiences; Decline of rock music due to rise of dance clubs and DJ culture 12:44 - Blame for the decline of rock music on famous musicians, fans, and the music industry 13:23 - Who's to Blame for the Death of Rock Music? 15:36 - How rock music can make a comeback through fan support and collaboration 19:07 - Encouragement to support and appreciate local rock bands --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/poweredbyrock/support
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    20 mins
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