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GARAGE TO STADIUMS

By: Dave Anthony
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  • From the bars to the arenas, learn the fascinating stories of how our biggest rock music legends made the leap. Each episode reveals the stories, songs and little known facts of the journey from obscurity to fame of one of rock music’s biggest stars. Join us on Garage To Stadiums as host Dave Anthony teams up with an author of a rock biography or director of a rock documentary to explore that journey, their early years, the stories behind the scenes, their top songs, and their place in music history. Learn about the passion, talent, luck and even scandal that often came together to propel these stars from obscurity to household names.
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  • Garage To Stadiums Trailer

    Garage To Stadiums Trailer
    Apr 30 2024

    From the bars to the arenas, how did our biggest music legends make the leap? Join us as we take a deep dive into music history to explore the stories surrounding the fascinating journey and sometimes little-known facts of rock music’s biggest legends.

    In each episode of Garage To Stadiums, host Dave Anthony teams up with an author of a rock biography or director of a rock documentary to explore that journey, their early years, the stories behind the scenes, their top songs, and their place in music history.

    Learn about the passion, talent, luck and even scandal that often came together to propel these stars from obscurity to household names.
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    2 mins
  • The Story of Led Zeppelin

    The Story of Led Zeppelin
    Apr 30 2024

    Hop on the wild ride of Led Zeppelin that swings between euphoric triumphs and gut-wrenching tragedies. In this episode we delve deep into the Led Zeppelin story with Bob Spitz, the author behind Led Zeppelin: The Biography, who shed light on the band's journey from their humble beginnings in 1968 to their premature demise in 1980. In this episode you will hear:

    • How the founder of Zeppelin was a stellar studio musician seeking a new challenge
    • How two famous members of the band were unknowns playing in bar bands
    • How Led Zep tours reached levels of sexual debauchery not seen before nor since
    • How Zeppelin transformed music styles and concert economics for all artists
    • How a 300 pound former wrestler created their innovative marketing strategy
    • That one of its members was studying to be an accountant
    • How several tragic events changed the band forever

    Led Zep was composed of stellar musicians

    Led Zeppelin wasn't just a band; it was a powerhouse of talent. Jimmy Page and John Paul Jones weren't your average musicians—they were session legends, popping up on more records than you can shake a drumstick at. From The Who to commercial jingles, these guys did it all, bringing a wealth of musical experience to Led Zep recordings. In fact, Jimmy Page seemed destined for prodigy status when he appeared as a 13-year-old appearing on the BBC.

    Innovation in music style

    Jimmy Page had a vision: to rock the socks off mainstream music. And, did he deliver. Led Zeppelin wasn't just music; it was an experience. From Page's wailing guitar to Robert Plant's thundering vocals to John Bonham’s relentless attack on drums, every note was a punch to the gut, leaving fans reeling with excitement.

    Record breaking concerts

    America fell head over heels for Led Zeppelin, adopting them as their own. And Zep? Well, they repaid the favor by crisscrossing the States like rock 'n' roll nomads. In fact, years later the Kennedy Center would honor them for their career achievements with stirring tribute performances from the likes of the rock group Heart.

    Savvy marketing and PR

    Enter Peter Grant, the man you wouldn't dare cross, according to our guest Bob Spitz. He didn't just manage Led Zeppelin; he had a secret strategy to turn them into legends, and it worked.


    Shocking levels of debauchery

    If you thought rock 'n' roll excess was a myth, think again. Spitz told us stories of how Led Zeppelin took debauchery to new heights (or lows, depending on your perspective). Young girls, some barely out of middle school, flocked to their hotels like moths to a flame. Bob Spitz tells us about the shocking details.

    Burnout, addictions and demons

    Behind the scenes, darkness lurked. Founder Jimmy Page and drummer John Bonham battled addictions that threatened the integrity of the band.

    Led Zeppelin's journey was a whirlwind of highs and lows, triumphs and tragedies. Their musical prowess, unmatched charisma, and savvy marketing propelled them to the pinnacle of rock 'n' roll success. From sold-out stadiums to groundbreaking albums, Led Zeppelin left an indelible mark on music history. Zep even teased everyone with a stellar performance in 2007 reunification in London featuring the three core members plus the son of their deceased drummer.

    Air date: May 2024

    Guest: Bob Spitz, author of Led Zeppelin: The Biography

    Songs played: Good Times Bad Times, Babe I’m Gonna Leave You, Communication Breakdown, Dazed and Confused, Whole Lotta Love, Hearbreaker, Living Loving Maid, Ramble On, Immigrant Song, Bron-Y-Aur Stomp, Black Dog, Rock and Roll, Going to California, Over the Hills and Far Away, D’Yer Mak’er, Kashmir, Trampled Under Foot, All My Love.


    Stream the Garage to Stadiums official Led Zeppelin playlist on Apple

    Stream the Garage to Stadiums official Led Zeppelin playlist on Spotify


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    45 mins
  • The Story of Fleetwood Mac

    The Story of Fleetwood Mac
    Apr 15 2024
    Step into the whirlwind journey of Fleetwood Mac, where relationships intertwine, songwriting flourishes, and musical evolution knows no bounds. We delve deep into the band's captivating narrative with host Dave Anthony and author Mark Blake, a master story teller and author of the upcoming book Dreams: The A to Z of Fleetwood Mac. Blake has conducted several interviews with the band over the years and gives us the inside stories behind the drama that often permeates this group. In this rollicking episode, you'll learn:The origins of the band in England in the 1960s as a blues band featuring a very different lineup How the original founder suffered a serious mental health decline that altered the course of the bandHow the aristocratic son of a Royal Air Force commander went from a window cleaner to Fleetwood Mac leaderHow one band member left the band to join a cultHow a trip to the grocery store led to the discovery of soon-to-be superstars Stevie Nicks and Lindsey BuckinghamThe revealing true meaning of 5 of their most famous songs based on Mark Blake's interviews with the band Join host Dave Anthony and guest Mark Blake, author of Dreams: The A to Z of Fleetwood Mac for the fascinating story behind Fleetwood Mac's journey from the pubs of England to become a US and global phenomenon. Picture this: a plot straight out of a gripping soap opera, where band members forge romantic connections, battle with addiction, weather breakups, and witness a revolving door of musical talent. And at the heart of it all lies Fleetwood Mac, a band synonymous with drama and musical brilliance.In this episode, you will experience the sight and sounds of the mid 1960s London scene version of Fleetwood Mac typified by this performance on Monster Mash, the BBC television show from the era. We'll next take you to their early US period from 1970 to 1975 where songs like Sands of Time begin to foretell the vocal harmonies that will become a staple of Fleetwood Mac. Blake then reveals the incredibly random way in which Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham were discovered and went from a folk performing duo on their first album Buckingham Nicks to become additional members of the band, contributing powerful songwriting, vocal harmonies ad Buckingham's blazing guitar. These two were directly responsible for massive hits like Rhiannon seen in a scorching live performance in 1976 from NBC’s music show Midnight Special Amidst the musical triumphs, Fleetwood Mac's journey was not without its share of challenges. Mark Blake paints a vivid portrait of the band's dynamic personalities, fueled by passion, breakups, tension, drug use and the occasional thrown drink. Yet, from this cauldron of creativity emerged Rumours, an album born from chaos yet etched into the annals of music history as one of the Top 10 albums of all time.Stream the Apple Fleetwood Mac Garage to Stadiums Official Playlist Stream the Spotify Fleetwood Mac Garage to Stadiums Official PlaylistFor bonus content, videos and blogs go to GaragetoStadiums.com Guest: Mark Blake, author of Dreams: The A to Z of Fleetwood Mac Songs Featured in Episode: Smokestack Lightnin', Watch Out, Albatross, Green Manalishi, Sands of Time, Future Games, Rhiannon, Landslide, Over My Head, Say You Love Me, Dreams, Go Your Own Way, You Make Loving Fun, Gold Dust Woman, The Chain, Don't Stop, Silver Springs, Beautiful Child, Little LiesGuest Mark Blake's song picks: Future Games, Silver Springs, Beautiful ChildAir Date: 2024Host: Dave AnthonyProduced by Podstarter
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    45 mins
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