5 Favorites: Albums That Make You Feel Like Summer!

Before our July Summer vacation, a really great talk with author Daniel Rachel (Like Some Forgotten Dream, Don't Look Back In Anger, Walls Come Tumbling Down) to discuss his latest book, Too Much Too Young: The 2-Tone Records Story! The music of Ska was the next big thing in London, and in Coventry, where many of the bands percolated in a vacuum. They were less effected by outside trends, and created their own thing. It's about the way Ska music, back to the early artists of Jamaica, makes you feel! The way it moves you! Daniel and the guys delve into that and what fueled the black & white-checkered trend of the Brits who adopted this music as their own! The Americans got into the act, too, as both Ray and Markus indicate in this episode. If you don't know much about Ska, dig in and start to learn right here! Hit our web site for our other episodes about the music of Jamaica by clicking here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From his family roots to his dual career paths, taken simultaneously, Markus and Ray take the ride with you, musically, and historically! From London to L.A., we talk about his musical life, and all the twists and turns it took. Due to the risk of a 2+ hourlong episode, much of Rod Stewart's personal story is pretty much left out. So, it's football and booze, and The Faces, and an amazing solo career that recently marked 55 years! Add your two cents for a follow-up episode by emailing us: [email protected] New to the podcast? Start from the top, or click here to find all of our episodes! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sometimes when you do interviews, the discussion expands beyond the movie or book the subject came to promote. That's what happened when Markus & Ray talked with author Steven Gaines. But Gaines isn't just any Rock author, having been Alice Cooper's biographer & regular golf partner, writing books and penning columns, and interviewing all of The Beatles for his book, The Love You Make. All You Need Is Love, his new book, builds a POV telling of the tale, introducing new information and perspective. Gaines also shares many previously unknown details about his experiences interviewing Fabs. He also tells his own story in the midst of it (next book, Steve?). All are reasons for reading this book. As Steven details his experience with Philadelphia, our hometown, his interaction with local TV icon Gene London comes into play. One of a ton of great tales about the writing of the book inside our interview! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Someone had the idea to start a meme, in tribute if you will, to the elders. All genres, all artists, all that matters! Healthy discussions (lookin' at you, Facebook friends!) are a good thing, but try to be kind! What's cool is the variety of amazing artists, well past full retirement age, who've decided that playing on the back porch is "for old folks!" So they go on: recording albums, playing live tours, recording albums of live tours, and more! Soooo, The Imbalanced Boys SALUTE them all in this week's episode. There are a few fun realizations along the way... Have someone you think should have been included, email us at: [email protected] Find all of our episodes on our web site! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Summer, it turns me upside down! Summer, summer, summer!! It's like a merry-go-round!!!" Ahhhh, whatever it means to you, Summer is in the air! The Boys hit us with their most seasonal faves as we celebrate Memorial Day in the U.S. It's also the unofficial start of the Summer season in a lotta places! These albums, right here? They make the season GO!!!! Listen to all or any any of our episodes, right there!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When Markus told Ray about his love of Traffic, it sparked a conversation that spills into this episode. Proving we all have our own path, Markus notes When The Eagle Flies as his favorite, while Ray prefers Low Spark... That led to discussion of Blind Faith, a 1969 side project, which the Boys discuss as well. It's a different-angle perspective and an exploration of an amazing musical trek that draws in a number interesting characters beyond the core characters! Catch up on all of our episodes right here!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Even if your podcast guest is an old friend, you never know what might come up, or what you might learn! That's the case with Philly native (and killer drummer) Johnny Dee (Doro, Tyketto, Britny Fox, Waysted) who beams in from Germany, just as festival season is getting started! The Imbalanced Boys discuss his early days in the bands, leading up to Britny Fox, the days of the "Dirty Jersey" scene, and his recent marking of thirty years "in the seat" with Doro Pesch & more! There are also a couple fun surprises that are part of this episode! So lock it in, and let's go! Want to find out what Johnny's up to? Click below to hit the links: Johnny Dee Doro Pesch Tyketto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When the Imbalanced Boys were 25 episodes into this podcast, they made the move to Pantheon! The occasion fell on the same day as Bruce Springsteen's 70th birthday, so it was a natural to feature his story. In the 325 episodes since then, Markus & Ray have covered so many topics and artists, with many more to come! 350 down! 350 to go? Time will tell... Explore all 350 eps right here on our web site, or wherever you get your podcasts (except Spotify, because they're dicking us!) Thank you for your love and support these last few years! Keep listening and we'll keep making more episodes of The Imbalanced History Of Rock & Roll!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

To understand the story of Joy Division, and how they became New Order requires some patience, and much more. The "why?" in the equation is also discussed, including the lack of support in the area of mental health in that era. The suicide of Ian Curtis might have crashed most bands, but the survivors carried on with a New Order! The impact of Joy Division carries on today. The full story unfolds in this episode: joy, pain, recovery, fortitude and incredible music! Tom Taylor wrote an article about Ian Curtis's final days for Far Out Magazine here! Check out all of our episodes here! And listen to our Live 365 channel here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode delves into the world of Steely Dan, with a passion for their music and the times, one of the Imbalanced Brothers has more "prime exposure" to the band, but both of them show their understanding and love for the band, the boys, and their music! Sure, it's a story about Donald and Walter, but it's also a look inside the studio sessions, and more! If you want to add to the conversation, you can always email the guys at [email protected] Also, dig into our Live 365 channel! Click here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices