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Gems of Rock

Gems of Rock

By Danny Volloer

Welcome to the Gems Of Rock Podcast, where two best friends talk all things Rock Music. I am DB, and with my incredible Co-Host DJ, we attempt to pay homage to some of the greatest artists in the genre, with the odd outrageous opinion, rant and meltdown! Some of our friends assured us 'It's not terrible', so go on and give it a go. Shout at us @ gemsofrock@gmail.com. Cheers.
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We're Back Baby!

Gems of RockJan 24, 2023

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Shane MacGowen (The Pogues)
Feb 07, 202338:41
Panic! At The Disco

Panic! At The Disco

Hello! Following on from our glorious return last week, we continue discussing discovering new tracks and have decided to make it a regular bit, (Name TBC). We then jump into the the news that Panic! At The Disco are calling it day, so we jump back through their back catalogue. As always, thanks for listening! Cheers.
Jan 31, 202332:35
We're Back Baby!

We're Back Baby!

Hello!! Did you miss us? Sorry we've been gone. We promise never to leave again, probably. This week, we catch up on some of the stuff we missed whilst off air (half pretending we don't see each other multiple times a week), as well as chatting a little about TikTok rock trends and a bit of Spotify Wrapped. As mentioned, go listen to Bad Omens and Implicit, worth some of your time. Sorry if the audio is a crap, still figuring out some new equipment, aha. Cheers!
Jan 24, 202334:41
One Hit Wonders

One Hit Wonders

This week we look at some iconic ‘One Hit Wonders’ in the world of rock. Naming some of the most popular and some of favourites. As always, thanks for listening!
Aug 24, 202235:42
Rebellion Review

Rebellion Review

We're Back! Sorry for the break in transmission, I have been sick af this past week, but feeling better now. Here is the our awaited review of the Blackpool Rebellion Punk Festival, from my very detailed notes from the 4 days. Please enjoy. Cheers
Aug 17, 202247:56
Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame

Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame

This week, we review a couple of currently unreleased tracks by local band and old friends - A Mile West. We also talk the Honour of being asked if the Pod, (DJ Specifically) can be used as a sample on The Apparents latest track, which we are very excited to hear. All that before talking The rock & roll hall of fame, and the madness behind some of the inductions with a classic game of Hof or No-Hof. Enjoy!
Aug 02, 202248:30
Metallica

Metallica

With all the well the deservedly hype from stranger things (big fan), we’d be remised not to talk about the metal studded elephant in the room. These guys have been on the list since day dot so great to have a chance to dive into our favourite tracks. So please enjoy this Metallica Masterpiece. Cheers, and here’s to the next 3000 downloads!
Jul 27, 202241:05
Guns N’ Roses

Guns N’ Roses

This week, in this silly heat, we cover the bloody iconic Guns N’ Roses. We talk our favourite tracks, the bands origins and their utilisation in the latest Thor Movie. Get onboard! As always, thanks for listening!
Jul 19, 202239:54
Rock Covers

Rock Covers

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Hello! This episode was actually recorded a month or 2 ago, and got lost in the mix or just didn't get out in time cause I'm rubbish at this side of stuff! Aha. In it, we talk some of favourite rock covers an pop a few of them in for you to listen to. These music mix episodes only appear on Spotify so be sure to tell your friends that's were to find us. As always, cheers for listening!
Jul 12, 202238:58
Avenged Sevenfold
Jul 05, 202231:04
Lyrics Quiz

Lyrics Quiz

We're back! Sorry for the delay, it's completely the fault of the editting team (Me). Anyway, enjoy going out of your mind shouting the correct song at us while we struggle to guess eachothers tracks in this little lyrics quiz thing. As always, cheers for listening.
Jun 29, 202237:46
My Chemical Romance Live

My Chemical Romance Live

This week we review the long awaited My Chemical Romance Gig in Manchester (Warrington). We talk venue, setlist, support acts and personal highlights. Thanks for listening! Cheers 🤘
Jun 08, 202243:42
30 Day Song Challenge (Part 2)
May 24, 202250:06
30 Day Song Challenge (Part 1)
May 16, 202246:32
Spotify Rewind

Spotify Rewind

Episodes with music are only available on Spotify.
Hello!! This week we both delve deep into our Spotify Rewind playlists and uncover some absolute gems of tracks that we didn't realize we spammed weekly. We have also banged a few into the episode as we know how much you (Grant) enjoy not leaving the pod to listen to recommendations. Let us know your thoughts and your own rewinds. Cheers.
May 10, 202239:34
The Apparents

The Apparents

This week we talk about our visit to The Waterloo bar in Blackpool for the Anarchy Weekend. We talk about a few of the bands on the set, mainly focusing on XSLF and The Apparents. Cheers!
May 03, 202238:04
Live Music

Live Music

This week, we talk about a couple of recent gigs we've been to before delving into live music itself. We talk the differences between big and small venues and which bands we think suit which. Cheers!
Apr 13, 202249:20
Stiff Little Fingers

Stiff Little Fingers

This week we talk one of my all time favourite bands, the punk icons, Stiff Little Fingers. We both talk our favourite tracks by them, as well as memories associated with band and their louder than hell music. Cheers!
Apr 04, 202232:13
Bob Dylan

Bob Dylan

This week we talk the incredible poetic and lyrical genius that is the Freewheelin Bob Dylan. We talk his legacy in the music world, our favourite tracks and his lyrical talent. Thanks for listening.
Mar 27, 202232:09
A Day To Remember

A Day To Remember

This week we talk A Day To Remember. Fave tracks, albums and memories of hearing them! Cheers for listening!
Mar 22, 202233:48
Trivium
Mar 13, 202229:57
Avril Lavigne

Avril Lavigne

This week, I have a little bit of a rant about MGK before we talk about the iconic Avril Lavigne! (Or Melissa for those in the know). Cheers Guys!
Feb 27, 202242:12
Guitar Hero
Feb 20, 202236:04
Fall Out Boy

Fall Out Boy

AM I MORE THAN YOU BARGAINED FOR YET?! This week we talk Fall Out Boy. Both our favourite songs and memories of hearing them. Also some fun facts and stories about the band aswell. Enjoy and thanks for listening!
Feb 13, 202237:20
Meat Loaf

Meat Loaf

Hello! This week Me (DB) and DJ discuss the sad passing of the Legendary Rock Icon - Meat Loaf and the Legacy he left behind, on both the music and film industry. Truly a great loss of an inspirational person. Cheers guys!
Jan 30, 202229:25
When We Were Young Fest

When We Were Young Fest

We're back! And with DJ back to full health, we talk the absolutely incredible 'When we were young festival' line up. We then jump into designing our own fantasy gig/festival! As always, thanks for listening!! Cheers 🤘
Jan 23, 202238:19
Happy New Year!

Happy New Year!

We’re back! We start this year with a catch up and the delve into what we’ve got coming this year, both in the pod and irl. Kinda like when the teacher goes through the curriculum at the beginning of term. Thanks for sticking with us and here’s to 2022! Cheers.
Jan 09, 202240:19
U2
Dec 20, 202139:10
The Stone Roses

The Stone Roses

This week talk about The Stone Roses. We talk some of their greatest hits and a couple of stories from their amazing storm on the music industry. And as mentioned up top, check out Fauna on Spotify and the Facebook page linked below, and deffo go an see them play if you can! Cheers guys🤘
Dec 12, 202132:56
Spotify Wrapped 2021

Spotify Wrapped 2021

This week we talk our Spotify Wrapped, and then move backwards and talk about how we used to carry our music around with is back in the day! If we've be absent in your feed for a few weeks, it's because our last episodes were exclusively on Spotify! As mentioned, we have now got a Patreon if you wanna buy us a pint, but there is nothing on there yet, it's set up for future projects!! As always, cheers for listening!! 🤘🤘
Dec 05, 202137:17
Pop-Punk Gems

Pop-Punk Gems

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This week we talk about some of favourite tracks from the world of Pop-Punk. As with the last episode, we try and avoid most of the big hitters of the genre who deserve their own episode or segment. As always, much loves for listening! Cheers!
Nov 29, 202128:01
Emo Gems

Emo Gems

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Ok, so this week we pick out some of favourite Emo tracks from back in day. We tried to avoid the bigger artists that deserve their own time devoted to them, but if that’s what your after, we have a back catalogue on Spotify! As always, thanks for listening. Much loves.
Nov 21, 202136:49
Bullet For My Valentine

Bullet For My Valentine

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This week we finally get round to talking maybe our joint favourite band, the fuckin’ legendary Bullet For My Valentine. A band we’ve seen live numerous times and have a huge place in both of our lives. Listen in as we work through their catalog album by album with the odd track thrown in along the way! Cheers
Nov 14, 202101:17:10
WWE Anthems

WWE Anthems

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This week, me (DB) and my cohost with the most, DJ layeth the smack down and discuss the raw power of some of favourite WWE entrances from back in the day, as well as picking what our own would be. Give it a bash! Cheers.
Nov 14, 202151:08
Halloween Special

Halloween Special

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Welcome to our spooky extra long Halloween Special episode, with our first ever guest (and Halloween expert), Savannah! Join us as we pit songs against each other and crown the best Halloween track! Cheers!
Nov 02, 202101:18:53
Bring Me The Horizon

Bring Me The Horizon

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This week we try an new Spotify feature and have implemented multiple songs from this weeks artists in the show itself. Let us know if it worked! Aha. This weeks topic is Bring Me The Horizon! A favourite band of both of ours. Join us as we talk through their music career album by album. Cheers.
Oct 25, 202151:46
Papa Roach

Papa Roach

This week we talk are favourite Papa Roach tracks and albums, and reminisce on some of our youthful glory days. Thanks for listening. Cheers!
Oct 17, 202129:26
John Lydon (Sex Pistols)

John Lydon (Sex Pistols)

This week we talk John Lydon (Johnny Rotten) and the legendary Sex Pistols. We talk a little on Johns early life and then on to the absolute anarchistic whirlwind of the Pistols. Cheers!
Oct 10, 202133:15
Debbie Harry (Blondie)

Debbie Harry (Blondie)

This week, we talk about the absolutely iconic Blondie. We talk there incredible storm on the charts, as well as our own favourite tracks by them! Give it a bash!! As always, much loves for listening and please feel free to shout at us on the socials, we love hearing from you!! Cheers!
Oct 03, 202130:06
McFly

McFly

This week, we talk the MGK/ Corey Taylor bollocks before moving on to talk about all things McFly. Not the heaviest bands we've covered by any stretch. But hey, fuck you 😅! Cheers for listening guys. Much loves.
Sep 26, 202132:19
Black Stone Cherry

Black Stone Cherry

This week we talk the new BMTH track, Corey Taylor’s new mask, and then on to Black Stone Cherry. We discuss there recent Manchester gig that we got to attend as well as there beginnings in the Rock world and our favourite tracks by them. Enjoy and be sure to hit us up on the socials! Cheers guys!
Sep 19, 202140:55
Dave Grohl (Nirvana/Foo Fighters)
Sep 12, 202141:21
Greatest Movie Songs - Part 2
Sep 05, 202152:39
Greatest Movie Songs - Part 1
Aug 29, 202145:33
Hayley Williams (Paramore)

Hayley Williams (Paramore)

This week we look at Hayley Williams and Paramore. We talk our favourite tracks, memories and beginnings of this amazing band! Thank you for listening, and give us a shout on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram. Cheers🤘
Aug 22, 202131:26
Alice Cooper

Alice Cooper

In this episode we look at the life of Alice Cooper, talking our favourite hits and stories from his life. Topics such as where the name came from, did he kill a chicken, and what happened to Bobs lunch. Cheers!
Aug 15, 202128:37
Ozzy Osbourne

Ozzy Osbourne

Episode 10! Woop! To celebrate one of our first major milestones, what better person to discuss than The Prince Of Darkness himself, the legendary Ozzy Osbourne. We talk both Black Sabbath and his own solo career and pick our favourite songs from both. As always, thanks for listening and all the support. Shout at us on our facebook, insta or Gmail to let us know if you enjoyed it. Cheers guys! Much loves.
Aug 08, 202140:19
Amy Lee (Evanescence)
Aug 02, 202128:28
Lemmy (Motorhead)

Lemmy (Motorhead)

This week, we talk Lemmy and Motorhead. We talk our favourite songs, tell some stories of his life, and rank his WWE tracks! Check out the links below for the Waterloo event! Cheers guys. https://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/people/music-fan-pulling-mini-truck-from-bolton-to-blackpools-waterloo-music-bar-3308446. https://www.gofundme.com/f/running-wild-waterloo-truck-pull?utm_campaign=p_cp+share-sheet&utm_medium=copy_link_all&utm_source=customer
Jul 25, 202131:33
Fictional Bands

Fictional Bands

In this weeks episode we talk about our favourite fictional bands from TV and Film. Thanks for listening! Much loves 🤘
Jul 18, 202131:01