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Rockstar 101 with SHIM and Brandon Coates

Rockstar 101 with SHIM and Brandon Coates

By Shimon Moore

SHIM and Brandon jump into their wayback machines and discuss all things rock and pop culture from the past, and how they relate to today.
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1990 - AC/DC 'The Razors Edge'

Rockstar 101 with SHIM and Brandon CoatesApr 19, 2021

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1990 - AC/DC 'The Razors Edge'

1990 - AC/DC 'The Razors Edge'

Everyone knows this but Thunderstruck is arguably Brandon's favorite song, plus Shim gives some incite into following up a really successful album.

Apr 19, 202134:45
1990 - Pantera 'Cowboys From Hell'

1990 - Pantera 'Cowboys From Hell'

The guys talk about the Rage Against the Machine show being pushed back again before getting into Pantera's 'Cowboys From Hell'. Plus, as a bonus, Brandon has a story from Zakk Wylde and his guitar tech Moby that involves Dimebag Darrell, Jerry Cantrell, and a goat.

Apr 12, 202139:00
1990 - Alice In Chains 'Facelift'

1990 - Alice In Chains 'Facelift'

The guy discuss Alice In Chains 'Facelift' which was the first grunge album to make it big. Plus, there were two things for the computer created in 1990 that we still use to this day.

Apr 05, 202137:58
1989 (Dr. Feelgood, Prince's Batman Soundtrack)

1989 (Dr. Feelgood, Prince's Batman Soundtrack)

Dr. Feelgood was one of the biggest albums of 1989. Plus the Batman Soundtrack from Prince was amazing and he was a whole different level of Rockstar compared to everyone else.

Mar 29, 202134:28
Movies of 1989 (Batman and Back to the Future)

Movies of 1989 (Batman and Back to the Future)

The guys are still discussing 1989, but now they're focused on the movies. Especially Batman and Back to the Future.

Mar 22, 202135:18
TV Shows of 1989 and a Rockstar FBI Hunt

TV Shows of 1989 and a Rockstar FBI Hunt

The guys talk about some of the big TV happenings in 1989. Plus, a video surfaced with what appears to be a cult killing. Now the authorities are on the hunt for a rockstar.

Mar 17, 202135:55
The Best Rock of 1989

The Best Rock of 1989

It's time to step into the wayback machine and talk about the best rock that was released in 1989. There are two albums that were considered flops when they were released but are now considered masterpieces.

Mar 01, 202137:10
2021 Rock Hall of Fame Finalists and the Most Annoying Music Cliches

2021 Rock Hall of Fame Finalists and the Most Annoying Music Cliches

The guys discuss the 2021 Rock Hall of Fame finalists and the most annoying music cliches. Plus they're getting ready for the best rock of 1989 and Brandon recommends the Beastie Boys documentary on Apple TV+.

Feb 22, 202134:15
Kickboxing and Unpopular Music Opinions

Kickboxing and Unpopular Music Opinions

Brandon explains how he ended up with a bloody nose and a messed up jaw. Plus the guys talk about unpopular music opinions.

Feb 15, 202144:23
Cancel Culture and the Music Industry

Cancel Culture and the Music Industry

The guys talk about artists that have done things that end up making you not want to listen to their music anymore. *DISCLAIMER* Shim and Brandon recorded this episode before any of the allegations were brought forth about Marilyn Manson.

Feb 08, 202132:50
The Best Rock of 1995

The Best Rock of 1995

The guys discuss Brandon's playlist on Spotify that has the best rock of 1995. Find the playlist under Brandon's account @therealbrandolorian.

Feb 01, 202131:17
Do You Love Or Hate Your Own Music

Do You Love Or Hate Your Own Music

Shim talks about whether or not he loves or hates his own music, plus the guys have kid stories to tell.

Jan 25, 202135:54
The Adult Regurgitation Conundrum

The Adult Regurgitation Conundrum

Is this the best episode the guys have ever done or the worst? We aren't sure but things take a turn pretty quick in this episode.

Jan 18, 202137:23
What is Dad Rock?

What is Dad Rock?

The guys discuss festivals and what is the young generation of rock? This leads to the question... What is Dad Rock?

Jan 11, 202140:28
Teaching Your Kid Guitar and Weed Stories

Teaching Your Kid Guitar and Weed Stories

Brandon's kid was given a guitar, so Shim gives some advice on how to get her to learn to play it, plus the guy's fall down a rabbit hole of telling weed stories.

Jan 04, 202139:22
The Downward Spiral

The Downward Spiral

The guys discuss Nine Inch Nail's The Downward Spiral, plus they wonder if an Am I the A-Hole is what people want out of Rockstar 101.

Dec 28, 202036:17
Puddle of Mudd's Wes Scantlin

Puddle of Mudd's Wes Scantlin

Lead singer of Puddle of Mudd, Wes Scantlin, joins the guys to talk about everything from working with Fred Durst to getting banned from Graceland.

Dec 21, 202039:22
Twitch and Diamond Certified Albums

Twitch and Diamond Certified Albums

Brandon is now an affiliate on Twitch, so he thinks he's a big deal. Plus the guys talk about the albums that have been diamond certified.

Dec 14, 202033:39
Chris Cornell and Vision Boards

Chris Cornell and Vision Boards

Brandon tests Shim's knowledge of Soundgarden. Plus the guys talk about vision boards and collecting things.

Dec 07, 202038:58
Song Writing Process and Boring Conversations

Song Writing Process and Boring Conversations

Shim answers a question about his song writing process and Brandon talks about what to do when you're on air and you notice the topic isn't as good as you thought.

Nov 30, 202036:16
The Frustration of Corporate Overlords

The Frustration of Corporate Overlords

Brandon explains how corporate overloads can be incredibly frustrating and the issues that streaming on the Internet presents to radio stations.

Nov 23, 202039:32
How Do You Know If Your Manager Loves You or Money?

How Do You Know If Your Manager Loves You or Money?

Shim answers a question from social media about being in a new band and management, plus Brandon has stories about band names. Oh, and Brandon also gives Shim a quick quiz on Hanson. Yeah, the band.

Nov 16, 202040:16
How Well Does Shim Know the Simpsons?

How Well Does Shim Know the Simpsons?

Shim was pretty confident about his Simpsons knowledge. How well did he do on the quiz? Plus the guys talk about their favorite Pantera songs.

Nov 09, 202040:45
How Well Does Shim Know Silverchair?

How Well Does Shim Know Silverchair?

Shim is a diehard Silverchair fan. This is clear. But how well does he know the band? Brandon puts Shim's knowledge to the test.

Nov 02, 202040:47
What Lesser Known Band Would You Recommend?

What Lesser Known Band Would You Recommend?

The guys try to stay on topic in this episode. Shim recommends the one album you have to hear, Brandon has a lesser known band you should check out, and they also fall down a Simpsons rabbit hole.

Oct 26, 202035:32
Which Rock Bio Should We Read First?

Which Rock Bio Should We Read First?

The guys discuss starting a rock 'n roll book club. They try to figure out which rock biography they should read first. Plus Brandon has some random rock trivia questions for Shim.

Oct 19, 202036:31
Remembering Eddie Van Halen

Remembering Eddie Van Halen

The guys remember Eddie Van Halen, plus talk about band members who were unceremoniously kicked out of their bands. Also, who wants to start a rock bio book club?

Oct 12, 202043:38
What is the Best Movie Soundtrack with special guest Aimee Osbourne

What is the Best Movie Soundtrack with special guest Aimee Osbourne

The guys discuss movie soundtracks and are joined by Ozzy Osbourne's daughter Aimee Osbourne. Her single House of Lies is available now and her album Vacare Adamaré will be available on October 30th, 2020.

Oct 05, 202043:37
What is 'Butt Rock'?

What is 'Butt Rock'?

The guys discuss the term 'butt rock'. What does it mean?

Sep 28, 202043:13
Are These the Greatest Vocalists of All Time?

Are These the Greatest Vocalists of All Time?

Brandon has narrowed down his list of vocalists for the tournament. Did he get it right? Shim disagrees with some of the choices.

Sep 21, 202047:52
Which Song Has the Better Intro Guitar Riff?

Which Song Has the Better Intro Guitar Riff?

The guys debate which intro guitar riff is better: Wonderwall, Sweet Child O' Mine, Back in Black, or Enter Sandman? They also tell karaoke stories and discuss the best group song.

Sep 14, 202034:32
Who is Kalen Chase?

Who is Kalen Chase?

Kalen Chase is a vocalist who has worked on many projects, including being Jonathan Davis' backup singer for a few years. He joins the guys to talk about his new solo project he's working on.

Sep 07, 202052:58
How Do You Ruin Disneyland For Your Kid?

How Do You Ruin Disneyland For Your Kid?

Brandon explains how he possibly ruined Disneyland for his kid, plus the guys talk about Nickelback.

Aug 31, 202039:01
Back to School and Greatest Vocalists

Back to School and Greatest Vocalists

The kids are back in school, even though it's vastly different between the US and Australia. Plus the guys talk about copyrighted music and the greatest vocalists of all time.

Aug 20, 202037:18
Aaron Lewis and Live Learns

Aaron Lewis and Live Learns

The guys talk about meeting Aaron Lewis, seeing his solo acoustic sets, and what a 'live learn' is.

Aug 07, 202034:36
Mike Shinoda's Raid, The Tooth Fairy, and Reading Music

Mike Shinoda's Raid, The Tooth Fairy, and Reading Music

Mike Shinoda's Twitch stream raiding Shim's Hollywood Rebellion. The guys talk about the Tooth Fairy, and Shim gives some advice on learning to read music. 

Aug 04, 202036:07
Royal Bliss Song and Brent Smith

Royal Bliss Song and Brent Smith

Royal Bliss has a new song coming out that Shim is on, plus the guys talk about Brent Smith and is he as humble as he comes off. The answer is yes.

Jul 31, 202034:38
Radio 101

Radio 101

Brandon talks about his own personal Howard Stern "WNBC" moment and gives a quick education in radio. Shim, of course, has fun with it.

Jul 28, 202032:19
Pretend and Reopening

Pretend and Reopening

Shim answers a question about a song that was never released and the guys talk about things opening back up and what Disney Parks are now like.

Jul 25, 202032:09
Gambling, Rock on the Range, Ben Burnley and LZ or Hendrix

Gambling, Rock on the Range, Ben Burnley and LZ or Hendrix

Brandon has a gambling story. Shim has a Rock on the Range story. The guys talk Ben Burnley, plus debate Led Zeppelin or Jimi Hendrix.

Jul 21, 202034:05
Tri Polar Stories and Bush's Live Concert

Tri Polar Stories and Bush's Live Concert

Shim shares some stories from the making of Tri Polar and Bush is doing a virtual concert meant to look and feel live.

Jul 17, 202035:20
Shim Covering Linkin Park and Uncut Gems

Shim Covering Linkin Park and Uncut Gems

Shim talks about him covering Linkin Park and the guys discuss Uncut Gems. Shim was NOT a fan.

Jul 14, 202032:37
Computer Problems and Tik Tok

Computer Problems and Tik Tok

Brandon's back at the gym, Shim is having problems with getting his new computer, and the guys discuss Tik Tok.

Jul 10, 202029:04
Losing Things and New Concerts

Losing Things and New Concerts

The guys talk about losing things and what is the future of concerts?

Jul 07, 202032:18
Dehydrated and Screaming at Demons

Dehydrated and Screaming at Demons

Shim has a great story about an early drummer for the Sick Puppies, and he gives some insight into what happened to Screaming at Demons, the 'band' he was in after leaving the Sick Puppies.

Jul 04, 202033:45
Live Nation and Porn Descriptions

Live Nation and Porn Descriptions

Shim talks about Live Nation changing the rules for artists and Brandon has a list of movies being described as if they were pornos. Shim has to guess the movies.

Jun 26, 202039:20
Reaction to Reaction Videos

Reaction to Reaction Videos

The guys talk about reaction videos and how much is the person "reacting" really doing to get the page views.

Jun 12, 202033:38
Pledge of Allegiance and Taylor Swift

Pledge of Allegiance and Taylor Swift

The guys are talking about the Pledge of Allegiance and Taylor Swift taking a stand on social media against Donald Trump.

Jun 06, 202034:49
George Floyd and Trapt

George Floyd and Trapt

The guys discuss Chris Taylor Brown of Trapt's reaction to the George Floyd video.

May 29, 202030:37
Odd Music Tastes and Mel Blanc

Odd Music Tastes and Mel Blanc

The guys talk about music they enjoy that most people wouldn't think they'd like, and they talk about the strange story of Mel Blanc coming out of a coma.

May 19, 202034:28