Rock School

Series produced by KSLU

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Rock School is a weekly, insightful and energetic showcase of the music, history, laws and culture of rock-n-roll hosted by music historian Joe Burns , Ph.D. and his wife Tammy.

Rock School is a weekly, hour-long lecture by music historian, Dr. Joe Burns. No topic is off the table. In the over a decade the show has been on air, Rock School has talked about everything from simple music lists to music in society, the audio production side of the business and just about every legal area you can imagine.

Hosted by Dr. Joe Burns and his wife Tammy, Rock School is recorded and produced in Joe's home studio and sent out through Southeastern Louisiana University in Hammond, LA from the studios of KSLU public radio.


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Punk Rock Part 2: NY & L.A.
From: KSLU
Series: Rock School
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This week's Rock School covers the early Punk Rock scenes of New York and Los Angeles. Strap in for a full hour of attitude in America!

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  • Added: Sep 09, 2014
  • Length: 59:00
  • Purchases: 4
Punk Rock Part 1: Proto Punk
From: KSLU
Series: Rock School
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This week on Rock School, tune in for a look at the origins of punk rock. From Eddie Cochran to the Velvet Underground, its a full hour of Proto-P...

Bought by WXAV 88.3FM Chicago, KMUD, KSKQ, WYAP, and KSRQ


  • Added: Sep 02, 2014
  • Length: 59:00
  • Purchases: 5
What is Classic Rock?
From: KSLU
Series: Rock School
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This week's episode of Rock School explores the sociological implications of the term "classic rock." A collection of radio station data shows tha...

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  • Added: Aug 26, 2014
  • Length: 59:00
  • Purchases: 3
Manny Roth & The Cafe Wha?
From: KSLU
Series: Rock School
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It's a full hour devoted to the legacy of Manny Roth and the legendary venue that he created.

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  • Added: Aug 21, 2014
  • Length: 59:00
  • Purchases: 3
I Joined My Dad's Band
From: KSLU
Series: Rock School
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In one manner or another these musicians joined their parent's band.

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  • Added: Aug 14, 2014
  • Length: 59:00
  • Purchases: 3
Recording Your Demo - Part Three
From: KSLU
Series: Rock School
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Part 3 of Recording your own demo- Joe Burns and David Perricone will be giving upcoming musicians some sweet advice on how to get the studio just ...

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  • Added: Jul 29, 2014
  • Length: 59:00
  • Purchases: 2
Recording Your Demo - Part Two
From: KSLU
Series: Rock School
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This week we discuss what hardware you'll need to make your demo sound as good as it needs to. From computers to microphones and speakers, it's a ...

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  • Added: Jul 24, 2014
  • Length: 59:00
  • Purchases: 2
Recording Your Demo - Part One
From: KSLU
Series: Rock School
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Basically what you need to know to take the band thing to the next level. This episode of Rock School will teach you how to get your stuff copy-rig...

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  • Added: Jul 14, 2014
  • Length: 59:00
  • Purchases: 3
Classic Rock Originals - Part Two
From: KSLU
Series: Rock School
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Pt. 2 from last week's show! Get your fill on who ORIGINALLY wrote your favorite classic rock songs with Dr. Joe Burns and Monique Gregoire. The hi...

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  • Added: Jul 06, 2014
  • Length: 59:00
  • Purchases: 2
Classic Rock Originals - Part One
From: KSLU
Series: Rock School
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Do you know who wrote your favorite classic rock songs? ELVIS PRESELY. LED ZEPPLIN. JOHNNY RIVERS. Find out the true writers and secret meanings be...

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  • Added: Jun 28, 2014
  • Length: 59:00
  • Purchases: 4
What Does Your Favorite Band Cost?
From: KSLU
Series: Rock School
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What would it cost to book your favorite band? From a case of beer to a million dollars, every band has its price.

Bought by KSKQ, KFOK-LPFM, and KSRQ


  • Added: Jun 18, 2014
  • Length: 59:00
  • Purchases: 3
Top 100 Guitar Solos, Show #2
From: KSLU
Series: Rock School
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It's a countdown from 50 to number 1 of the best guitar solos in rock this week. Listen for Steve Vai, Stevie Ray Vaughn and, yes, The Eagles.

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  • Added: Jun 12, 2014
  • Length: 59:00
  • Purchases: 2
Axl Rose - Best Singer Ever?
From: KSLU
Series: Rock School
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How were the greatest singers of their time chosen? From Queen to Guns 'N Roses, this episode of Rock School will tell you just that.

Bought by KFOK-LPFM and KSRQ


  • Added: Jun 11, 2014
  • Length: 59:00
  • Purchases: 2
Top 100 Guitar Solos, Show #1
From: KSLU
Series: Rock School
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It's a countdown from 100 to 51 of the best guitar solos in rock this week. Amazingly, they're not all from Van Halen! Stops on the journey inclu...

Bought by KFOK-LPFM, KSKQ, and KSRQ


  • Added: Jun 03, 2014
  • Length: 59:00
  • Purchases: 3
You Know Them Through Others
From: KSLU
Series: Rock School
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Do you know who wrote "That '70s Show" theme song, "In the Street"? Cheap Trick, maybe? Wrong: Big Star. Today's episode of Rock School will discus...

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  • Added: May 27, 2014
  • Length: 59:00
  • Purchases: 3
Factual Errors in Songs
From: KSLU
Series: Rock School
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This week we explore inaccuracies within song lyrics. Doves can't cry. The Shenandoah River is in Virginia, not West Virginia. Carbon 14 is not ...

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  • Added: May 21, 2014
  • Length: 59:00
  • Purchases: 3
Tour Buses
From: KSLU
Series: Rock School
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This week it's all about buses! No, not the queso mobile you rode to school, these rides are fit for the kings and queens of rock.

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  • Added: May 16, 2014
  • Length: 59:00
  • Purchases: 3
Rock Star Airplanes
From: KSLU
Series: Rock School
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This week we explore the role that airplanes have played in the history of rock music. We focus on the less nefarious airplanes of rock (i.e. plan...

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  • Added: May 08, 2014
  • Length: 59:00
  • Purchases: 2
Karaoke
From: KSLU
Series: Rock School
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An exploration of the karaoke industry and its ties with rock-n-roll. This week it's a trip down list lane following the UK and US Karaoke Alliance...

Bought by KFOK-LPFM, KSKQ, and KSRQ


  • Added: Apr 29, 2014
  • Length: 59:00
  • Purchases: 3
Hearing Loss
From: KSLU
Series: Rock School
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Hearing loss doesn't have to happen to rockers. But, it's mighty common, especially for those attending and performing at concerts. This week we ...

Bought by KSKQ and KFOK-LPFM


  • Added: Apr 22, 2014
  • Length: 59:00
  • Purchases: 2

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