Rock Roulette Podcast

Episode 148 is here! The wheel has spoken—and this time it’s spinning back to 1984 with the self-titled debut album from Black 'N Blue! Big hooks, big hair, and that classic Sunset Strip sound—tune in as we break down this glam metal kickoff from one of the most underrated bands of the era. Chapters (00:00:04) - MacGymma (00:00:46) - Rock Roulette Podcast (00:01:48) - No Doubt (00:04:06) - Bad Flo...

Rock Roulette Episode 147 is here, and we’re wrapping up our review of No Doubt’s Tragic Kingdom! From ska-punk bangers to heart-wrenching ballads, we’ve broken down every track—and now it’s time to give our final thoughts on this 90s classic. Is it still royalty? Chapters (00:00:00) - MacGymma (00:00:46) - Rock Roulette Podcast (00:02:21) - Firehouse (00:04:11) - Mighty Fine Lady (00:10:42) - 16...

Episode 146 is Here! The wheel has made its choice, and this week on Rock Roulette, we're diving into Tragic Kingdom by No Doubt! Released in 1995, this genre-blending juggernaut launched Gwen Stefani into superstardom and delivered hit after hit — Just a Girl, Spiderwebs, Sunday Morning, and the unforgettable Don’t Speak. With its mix of ska, punk, pop, and heartbreak, Tragic Kingdom captured the...

Episode 145 is live! This week on the Rock Roulette Podcast, we’re wrapping up our review of The Firm’s self-titled debut album. Does the second half of this 1985 supergroup release hold strong, or fade out? Tune in for our final thoughts! Chapters (00:00:04) - Music Reaction Breakdown and Commentary (00:00:45) - Rock Roulette Podcast (00:02:05) - Led Zeppelin: Legends Of The World Review (00:05:0...

Episode 144 is live, and the wheel has spoken! This week we’re diving into the self-titled debut from The Firm. Featuring members of Led Zeppelin and Bad Company, does this 1985 supergroup deliver? Tune in to find out! Chapters (00:00:00) - Music Reaction Breakdown and Commentary (00:00:46) - Kiss (00:05:07) - New Bets: Ghost On The Wheel (00:05:56) - Ghost (00:11:10) - What Are You Expecting For...

Episode143 is here! This week on Rock Roulette, we close the book on one of the most fascinating—and divisive—chapters in KISS history: Music from “The Elder.” From concept-album ambitions to orchestral arrangements and that lone Gene Simmons tear in “A World Without Heroes,” we break down Side 2 and ask the big question: Was it a misunderstood masterpiece or a glorious misfire? Tune in as we give...

Episode 142 is here, and we’re heading into one of KISS’s most mysterious albums—Music From “The Elder”! We’re diving into Side 1 of this ambitious, theatrical project. From soaring ballads to dramatic storytelling, how does KISS’s bold experiment hold up? We’re breaking it all down! Soddam And Gomorrahhh!!! Chapters (00:00:04) - Rock Roulette (00:01:15) - Rock Roulette Podcast (00:02:12) - xyz (0...

Episode 141 is here, and we’re wrapping up our review of XYZ’s killer debut album! Side 2 brings even more hooks, heavy riffs, and soaring vocals—does the album stick the landing? We’re breaking it all down and giving our final thoughts on this underrated hard rock classic. Catch the episode and rock out with us! Chapters (00:00:00) - Music Reaction Breakdown and Commentary (00:00:46) - Rock Roule...

Episode 140 is live, and we’re kicking off our review of Side 1 of XYZ’s self-titled debut album! From melodic hooks to hard rock attitude, this underrated gem from 1989 is packed with killer riffs and arena-ready vocals. We’re breaking it all down—track by track. Tune in and rediscover this late '80s hard rock treasure! Chapters (00:00:04) - This Is Not a Fair Use of Song (00:00:46) - Rock Roulet...

Episode 139 is here! This week on the Rock Roulette Podcast, we’re wrapping up our review of Sonic Youth’s debut album Confusion Is Sex. Does the second half of this chaotic 1983 release leave a lasting impression? Tune in for our final thoughts! Chapters (00:00:04) - Music Reaction Breakdown and Commentary (00:00:45) - Sonic Youth (00:04:08) - Bachman Turner (00:11:15) - Confusion Is Sex (00:16:0...

Episode 138 is live, and the wheel has spoken! This week on the Rock Roulette Podcast, we’re diving into Sonic Youth’s debut album Confusion Is Sex. Does this raw and noisy 1983 release set the stage for their legendary career? Tune in to hear our take! Chapters (00:00:00) - MacGymma (00:00:46) - Rock Roulette Podcast: Rage Against The Machine (00:04:18) - Dead Poet Society Hurt, Featuring The War...

Episode 137 is here, and we’re closing out our deep dive into Rage Against the Machine’s groundbreaking debut album! We break it all down! Don’t miss this final chapter on RATM’s explosive debut!

Episode 136 is live, and the wheel has spoken! This week on the Rock Roulette Podcast, we’re diving into Rage Against the Machine’s explosive debut album. Does this 1992 classic still hit as hard today? Tune in to hear our thoughts!

Episode 135 is here! This week we’re wrapping up our review of Led Zeppelin’s Presence. Does the second half of this 1976 album hold its own among their legendary catalog? Tune in for our final thoughts

Episode 134 is live, and the wheel has spoken! This week on the Rock Roulette Podcast, we’re diving into Presence by Led Zeppelin. Does this underrated 1976 album stand tall among their classics? Tune in to hear our take!

Episode 133 is here! This week on the Rock Roulette Podcast, we’re wrapping up our review of Kansas' Leftoverture. Does the second half of this prog-rock classic keep the magic alive? Tune in for our final thoughts!

Episode 132 is live, and the wheel has spoken! This week on the Rock Roulette Podcast, we’re diving into Leftoverture by Kansas. Does this 1976 prog-rock classic still carry on? Tune in to hear our thoughts on its epic sound and musicianship!

Episode 131 is here, and we’re wrapping up our deep dive into Peter Criss’s Cat #1! This time, we’re breaking down Side 2—does it keep the momentum going? From hard-hitting rockers to soulful grooves, we’re covering it all. Tune in now and find out how this 90s gem holds up!

Episode 130 is here, and we’re diving into Side 1 of Peter Criss’s Cat #1! This 1994 album marked a hard-hitting return for the Catman, and we’re breaking down the first half—track by track. Does it live up to his legendary status? Tune in and find out!

Episode 129 is here, and we’re wrapping up our deep dive into Ghost’s Meliora! From the powerful anthems to the haunting atmospheres, we’re breaking down the final tracks of this modern rock masterpiece. Did Meliora redefine Ghost’s sound? Let’s discuss!

Episode 128 is live, and the wheel has spoken! This week we're diving into Meliora by Ghost. Does this 2015 release cast a spell on us? Tune in to hear our thoughts on its haunting melodies and dark vibes!

Episode 127 is here! This week on the Rock Roulette Podcast, we’re wrapping up our review of Ratt’s Invasion of Your Privacy. Does side two bring the glam metal heat? Tune in for our final thoughts on this 1985 classic!

Episode 126 is LIVE! The wheel spun, and this week we’re diving into Ratt's 1985 album Invasion of Your Privacy! Does this glam metal classic still bring the heat, or does it feel like yesterday’s leftovers? Tune in as we break down the riffs, the hits, and the hairspray magic of this iconic record!

Episode 125 of the Rock Roulette Podcast is here, and we’re wrapping up our two-fer special with Van Halen’s 5150. Does the second half of this Sammy Hagar-era classic deliver the goods? Tune in for our final thoughts!

Episode 124 is here, we are doing our Two-Fer and it's Van Halen's 5150! This week on the Rock Roulette Podcast, we’re diving into their first album with Sammy Hagar. How does this 1986 release hold up? Tune in to find out!