Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we discuss Jefferson Airplane's sophomore effort, 'Surrealistic Pillow,' released February 1, 1967. It's one of the seminal psychedelic rock albums, and a personal favourite of mine... Support the show Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + Instagram & TikTok — @rocktalk.dr.cropper Twitter — @RockTalkDrCropp Facebook, LinkedIn & YouT...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we take a look at what I believe to be a very underrated Rolling Stones album in 'Between The Buttons,' released 55 years ago last month in the UK and 55 years ago this month in the US... 0:00 — Housekeeping 3:12 — Introduction 14:42 — "Let's Spend The Night Together" 19:30 — "Ruby Tuesday" 24:44 — "Yesterday's Papers&q...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we discuss Pink Floyd's 'Animals' album, released January 23, 1977. Based off of George Orwell's 1945 novella, 'Animal Farm,' it's long been a favourite of mine and is one that I find to be quite underrated by all but serious Pink Floyd fans... 0:00 — Housekeeping 2:35 — Introduction 12:11 — "Pigs On The Wing, Pt. I" 16...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we cover Jimmy Buffett for the first time, as his breakthrough 1977 album, 'Changes In Latitudes, Changes In Attitudes,' was released 45 years ago last week. Yes, the album with "Margaritaville" on it. There are some other gems on it too, though... 0:00 — Housekeeping 2:35 — Introduction 7:38 — "Changes In Latitudes, Changes In Attitudes&q...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we discuss the Doors' eponymous debut album in celebration of the 55th anniversary of its January 4, 1967 release. I have a longer personal history with this album than any other and it remains one of my favourites, so it was a real joy to dive into it so deeply. My brother, Spencer Cropper, stops by to share his thoughts as well. 0:00 — Housekeeping 4:15 — I...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, the Season 3 finale, I review the last two shows — the 1973 shows — of the Grateful Dead's latest box set, 'Listen To The River: St. Louis '71 '72 '73.' We discussed the ’71 shows two weeks ago and the ’72 shows last week, so check out Episodes 75 and 76 if you haven’t already. I'm elated to finally be bringing these episodes to...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I review the middle three shows — the 1972 shows — of the Grateful Dead's latest box set, 'Listen To The River: St. Louis '71 '72 '73.' We discussed the ’71 shows last week and will cover the ’73 shows next week. I'm elated to finally be bringing these episodes to you, and can't think of a better way to cap off Season 3 — an...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I review the first two shows — the 1971 shows — of the Grateful Dead's latest box set, 'Listen To The River: St. Louis '71 '72 '73.' We will cover the '72 and '73 shows next week and the week after, respectively. I'm elated to finally be bringing these episodes to you, and can't think of a better way to cap off Sea...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I review the second instalment of Taylor Swift's re-recording campaign, 2012's 'Red.' My brother, Spencer Cropper, was kind enough to join me for this one! There's a lot to unpack, especially the spectacular "Vault Tracks," so settle in... P.S. I say at the beginning that it's Taylor's birthday; I started recording last...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I discuss Led Zeppelin's final tour of arguably their greatest year (1971) for its 50th anniversary. Their Winter '71 U.K. tour is one of their most underrated, which I hope to help change with this episode... 0:00 — Housekeeping 4:59 — Introduction 16:27 — Tour Dates 36:16 — Setlist 44:16 — Ranking the Shows 1:35:56 — Overall Thoughts & Ranking the...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I review 'Dave's Picks Vol. 40,' the Grateful Dead's latest archival live release. It's comprised of their July 18 & 19, 1990 shows at Deer Creek Music Center in Noblesville, Indiana — the first 'Dave's Picks' from the '90s! Support the show Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + Instagram & TikTok — @rocktal...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the release of Led Zeppelin's untitled fourth album! Joined by my brother, Spencer Cropper, no stone is left unturned in this examination of one of the greatest albums of all time... 0:00 — Housekeeping 3:16 — Introduction 17:54 — "Black Dog" 32:47 — "Rock And Roll" 40:18 — "The Battle Of Evermore&...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I review the recently-released Super Deluxe Edition of the Rolling Stones' 'Tattoo You' album, which happens to coincide with the 40th anniversary of its initial release. The set includes nine previously unreleased bonus tracks, as well as their complete 6/25/82 Wembley Stadium show. Support the show Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + Instagr...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I discuss Pink Floyd's 1971 album, 'Meddle,' in celebration of the 50th anniversary of its release. This is my first Pink Floyd episode, but I've been digging deeper into their catalogue — and live performances — recently, so expect more episodes about them going forward... Support the show Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + Instagram &a...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I finally get around to our second single-song deep-dive, a mere nine months after the first! My brother, Spencer Cropper, joins me as he did on the first — Episode 36 — which covered the Grateful Dead's "Terrapin Station." This time, we cover another Grateful Dead classic..."Jack Straw," which debuted 50 years ago last week on October 19,...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I am joined by my good friend, Eric — known as "ledzepfilm" in the Led Zeppelin world — to discuss Led Zeppelin's Japan '71 tour in celebration of its 50th anniversary. I retread much of the ground I covered in Episode 13 last year prior to Eric coming on, so those of you who have heard Episode 13 may wish to skip to 1:37:00... Support the show...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I react to 'Rolling Stone''s recent do-over of their "Top 500 Greatest Songs Of All Time" list. I have many grievances with it, so as Terrell Owens would say, get'cha popcorn ready! Support the show Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + Instagram & TikTok — @rocktalk.dr.cropper Twitter — @RockTalkDrCropp Facebook, LinkedIn &am...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I discuss the songs I would most like to see the Rolling Stones play on the upcoming leg of their No Filter Tour. Some have been performed regularly in the past but aren't anymore, some have rarely been performed, and some have never been performed.  It's one of my favourite — and most thought-about — musical topics, so I had a lot to say... I plan on re...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I revisit this tour for its 50th anniversary, one year to the day of last year's episode about it! I wasn't planning on talking about it again, but some conversations in the Zeppelin community of late prompted me to defend this tour's honour a bit.  Among other things, I: - Tackle the question of whether or not this is Led Zeppelin's most under...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, in honour of the start of football season, my friend Randy and I rename all 32 NFL franchises after the best band/artist from their host city. If a team is named after a state or region, then the entirety of said jurisdiction was fair game to choose from — a clause I took full advantage of. Support the show Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + Instagram &...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I review the Grateful Dead's latest archival live release, 'Dave's Picks Vol. 39,' which contains the entire 4/26/83 Philadelphia show, along with some bonus material from other shows on the Spring '83 tour. Support the show Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + Instagram & TikTok — @rocktalk.dr.cropper Twitter — @RockTalkDrCropp F...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, joined once again by my brother, Spencer Cropper, we discuss The Who's 'Who's Next' album to celebrate the 50th anniversary of its release. This is also the first episode about The Who! Support the show Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + Instagram & TikTok — @rocktalk.dr.cropper Twitter — @RockTalkDrCropp Facebook, LinkedIn & You...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, joined by my brother, Spencer Cropper, I discuss the Beatles' seventh studio album, 'Revolver,' in celebration of its recent 55th anniversary. Support the show Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + Instagram & TikTok — @rocktalk.dr.cropper Twitter — @RockTalkDrCropp Facebook, LinkedIn & YouTube — Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper Email — rockta...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, the first of Season 3, I discuss some of my favourite summer driving songs. I called it a "Top 25" because I'm excited for college football season, but it's actually organized by time of day. Check the show's socials for the accompanying playlist! Facebook, LinkedIn & YouTube: Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper Instagram & TikTok: @rocktal...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, the Season 2 finale, I rank the Doors' six studio albums with Jim Morrison to commemorate the 50th anniversary of his passing. Support the show Subscribe to Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper + Instagram & TikTok — @rocktalk.dr.cropper Twitter — @RockTalkDrCropp Facebook, LinkedIn & YouTube — Rock Talk with Dr. Cropper Email — rocktalk.dr.cropper@gmail.com