Episode Appearances
Artist Friendly with Joel Madden · May 13, 2026
Linda Perry
“Performed at Roger Daltrey's Carnegie Hall birthday concert where Linda Perry also performed”
Creative authenticity vs. commercial strategy in music productionChildhood trauma and its impact on artistic expression and resilienceBand dynamics and relationship agreements in creative partnerships
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A History of Rock Music in 500 Songs · Mar 22, 2026
Song 183: “Pinball Wizard” by the Who, Part 2: “Led By His Disciples”
“Wrote two songs for Tommy (Cousin Kevin, Fiddler About); frustrated with B-side placement; considered joining Led Zeppelin”
Rock opera and concept album developmentMeher Baba's spiritual teachings and influence on Western artistsPete Townshend's creative process and songwriting methodology
View AnalysisA History of Rock Music in 500 Songs · Feb 12, 2026
Song 183: “Pinball Wizard” by the Who, part 1: Always Playing Clean
“The Who's bassist with formal musical training; wrote 'Boris the Spider' and collaborated with Moon on 'In the City'”
Memory reconstruction and reliability in historical narrativesProducer role definition and contractual disputes in 1960s musicBand internal dynamics and ego management in creative collaboration
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