Get ready to rock with Rock-n-Roll Autopsy! Join Scott and Rico as they dissect classic rock songs, exposing their excesses and untold stories. This hilarious podcast is packed with Gen X sarcasm, insightful commentary, and dad jokes. Tune in, laugh along, and discover if those classic rock anthems still hold up or if they're guilty of musical malpractice.
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The boys bust out their tuxedo t-shirts, engage in nauseating self-congratulatory navel-gazing, and hand out Poddy awards for the best and worst episodes of 2024. Digressions include embarrassing Uncle Willie and attention diverting steam-powered pleasure devices.
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The boys review a recent ranking of 40 of some of the best guitar riffs of all time. Digressions include PC defragging, disappointing live Led Zeppelin, and Nirvana’s lasting legacy.
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The boys review a recent ranking of 40 of some of the best guitar riffs of all time. Digressions include gratuitous riff belching, spirited riff vs lick debate, and the mainstream benefits of big dumb riffs.
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The boys retire with respect, create a Catman classic about call girls, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of KISS’ 1974 epic rocker, “Black Diamond.” News items and digressions include Nicko McBrain’s sudden retirement from Iron Maiden.
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The boys struggle with fidelity on the Serengeti, quit coffee to help the hungry, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Toto’s 1982 yacht rock classic, “Africa.” News items and digressions include Stewart Copeland, big four 90s guitarists, and 80s efforts to fight famine. Featuring Mark from the Songs That Don’t Suck …
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The boys carelessly continue to create content, people watch on public transportation, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of ZZ Top’s 1973 two-fer, “Waitin’ for the Bus” and “Jesus Just Left Chicago.” News items and digressions include Bono, Brian Eno, and Courtney Love.…
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The boys piggyback a legacy by booking a residency, play somewhat political punk to parody pollution, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of The Dead Milkmen’s 1987 bizarre ballad, “Watching Scotty Die.” News items and digressions include Fleetwood Mac, Hollywood hotties, and Sammy Hagar.…
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Did Funkadelic’s Maggot Brain Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 153
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The boys open doors by dropping acid, channel Hendrix through Eddie Hazel, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Funkadelic’s 1971 psychedelic opus, “Maggot Brain.” News items and digressions include MGK, Megan Fox, and Rick Rubin’s controversial production methodology.…
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Did Steely Dan’s Peg Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 152
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The boys find fault with feelings, set sail on a steam powered yacht, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Steely Dan’s 1977 art pop hit, “Peg.” News items and digressions include lexical diversity and Tony Iommi’s “Monkey.”
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Did Nine Inch Nails’ Head Like a Hole Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 151
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The boys reflect on Godly greed with Gordon Gekko, get angry in a hurry with janitorial studio time, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Nine Inch Nails’ 1989 industrial hit, “Head Like a Hole.” Includes panel discussion and review of the complete eight part “Did Cleveland Kill Rock ‘n Roll?” series.…
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Did Lost Souls’ Childhood Died Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 150
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The boys recap the Rock Hall, lament The Last Jedi’s listless Luke, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Lost Souls’ 2023 single “Childhood Died.” News items and digressions include Star Wars, Optimus Prime, and letting go.
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Did The Runaways’ Cherry Bomb Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 149
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The boys debate who can carry on when key components can’t, watch assembled adolescents cha-cha-challenge Mom and Dad, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of The Runaways’ 1976 groundbreaking single, “Cherry Bomb.” News items and digressions include the pros and cons of bands continuing on and Metallica making mistakes…
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Did ZZ Top’s Legs Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 148
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The boys nerd out over Night Terrors, write leggy lyrics with synth-pop samples, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of ZZ Top’s 1984 MTV hit, “Legs.” News items and digressions include Dream Theater’s new single and the worst albums ever.
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The boys enthusiastically give Oasis the adoration that they deserve, work a side hustle on Howard St., and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of The Police’s 1978 reggae rocker, “Roxanne.” News items and digressions include Oasis’s decision to decline dynamic tickets and iconic rock ‘n roll hairdos.…
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Did Machine Gun Kelly’s Bloody Valentine Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 146
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The boys get testy over local terminology, shed rap roots for a punky pivot, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Machine Gun Kelly’s 2020 crossover bid, “Bloody Valentine.” News items and digressions include owning a personal piece of MGK history, LeBron’s effect on regional insecurity, and secretive 90s hip hop fan…
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Did Phil Collins’ In the Air Tonight Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 145
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The boys spend old age fighting on stage, lament being single while going solo, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Phil Collins’ 1980 synth-pop hit, “In the Air Tonight.” News items and digressions include REO Speedwagon, Jane’s Addiction, Iron Maiden, and an asteroid induced end to civilization.…
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Did Meat Loaf’s Paradise by the Dashboard Light Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 144
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The boys get called out at home while trying to score, choose Born to Run as a template for Bat Out of Hell, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Meat Loaf’s 1976 classic, “Paradise by the Dashboard Light.” News items and digressions include Prince’s premeditated playing, overplayed 70s bands, and thinking about meat…
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Did Rush’s Tom Sawyer Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 143
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The boys debate the importance of making records with new members, embrace wide-eyed individualism with breakthrough commercialism, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Rush’s 1981 classic, “Tom Sawyer.” News items and digressions include bands continuing on after death and dynamic ticket pricing.…
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Did Eddie Murphy’s Party All the Time Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 142
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The boys incur unpaid debt from Richard Pryor, manufacture pop stardom with credible friends, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Eddie Murphy’s 1985 career crossover hit, “Party All the Time.” News items and digressions include the Oasis reunion, 80s playground bullying, and heavy metal nerdiness.…
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The boys (minus one) welcome wise music swami and prolific author extraordinaire, Martin Popoff into the lab to discuss his latest Iron Maiden Album by Album hardcover book. News items and digressions include Rock and Roll Hall of Fame elitism, the pros and cons of heavy metal branding, and a Johnny Rotten-less Sex Pistols reunion.…
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With scalpel in hand, our fearless host attempts to re-engage in rock n’ roll reanimation, reassess three underwhelming Danzig albums — “Circle of Snakes”, “Deth Red Sabaoth”, and “Black Laden Crown” — and reconfigure the remaining pieces into one cohesive kick-ass slab of post-Rubin Danzig.
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The boys get weepy when young locals play thrash, wear black hoods while adopting evil aliases, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Midnight’s 2022 slice of black metal sleaze, “Szex Witchery.” News items and digressions include Cleveland’s local metal scene, illegible death metal logos, and unintentional laughter i…
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Did Billy Joel’s We Didn't Start the Fire Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 138
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The boys practice satanism for publicity, abandon melody for lyrical redundancy, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Billy Joel’s 1989 historical harangue, “We Didn't Start the Fire.” News items and digressions include Gojira’s satanic Olympic opening, top five heavy metal moments, and cyclical generational archetyp…
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The Beat-Off: Super-Mega Drummer Tournament Bracket/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 137
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The boys break format with a co-host on break, beat-off with a basketball-style bracket, and produce the most professorial percussive podcast in rock ‘n roll history. Featuring Mike Portnoy, Nicko McBrain, Danny Carey, Stewart Copeland, Taylor Hawkins, & Dave Grohl.
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The boys use an auctioneer to telegraph their intentions, sing at the edge of their ability about coin operated machinery, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Foreigner’s 1981 classic rock mainstay, “Juke Box Hero.” News items and digressions include EVH posthumous tribute plausibility, dream band legitimacy, and th…
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The boys play rock ‘n roll trivia, put co-host credibility on the line, and risk being exposed as podcast frauds or celebrated as professorial pros. Digressions include ham cubes, appropriated double bass, and late-night radio vibes.
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Did The Black Keys’ Gold on the Ceiling Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 134
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The boys trash hotel rooms at Swingos, play low-fi frequently licensed garage rock in the basements of Akron, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of The Black Keys’ 2012 NCAA Men’s Basketball anthem, “Gold on the Ceiling.” News items and digressions include Cleveland Municipal Stadium backstage memories, the optics of …
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The boys reenlist in the Kiss Army for a night of outdoor rock ‘n roll, spandex, collapsible chairs, and reverent showmanship with veteran tribute pros, Mr. Speed. In addition, our intrepid Kiss fanboys revisit the mid-90s post-grunge tribute album, “Kiss My Ass: Classic Kiss Regrooved.”
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The boys lament the loss of Ace Frehley YouTube shopping shorts, wax nostalgic about summertime oral inversions, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Bryan Adams' 1985 pop rock hit, “Summer of '69.” News items and digressions include Ace Frehley’s relationship woes, Metallica set list talent tests, ham-fisted double …
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The boys dunk hot dogs in tears for competitive advantage, dominate MTV with haunting feminism, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of 'Til Tuesday’s 1985 new wave hit, “Voices Carry.” News items and digressions include Joey Chestnut, hot dogs, the birth of heavy metal, time travel, and Roger Daltrey.…
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The boys are annoyed by redundant rock riffage, inappropriately laugh at long-player puns, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Aerosmith’s 1975 double entendre ditty, “Big Ten Inch Record.” News items and digressions include bat biting, ear fatigue, Sunday papers, and Babymetal.…
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Did the Michael Stanley Band’s He Can’t Love You Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 129
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The boys interview radio royalty, media historian, and early Rush champion, Dr. Donna Halper about her experience as a key contributor to the glory days of Cleveland’s pioneering rock radio giant, WMMS. In addition, the boys continue their quest to determine if Cleveland killed rock ‘n roll by using the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on th…
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The boys are impressed by non-boomer blues, strike a perfunctory pose as half-hearted martyrs, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Soundgarden’s 1991 genre defining classic, “Jesus Christ Pose.” News items and digressions include Slash’s Orgy of the Damned and social media clickbait.…
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The boys pick sides in the battle of acronym bands, feel stupid about being men, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Garbage’s 1996 electro-rock hit, “Stupid Girl.” News items and digressions include RATM vs SOAD, man vs bears, Patty Smyth in Van Halen, and all-time awful metal albums.…
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Did Tenacious D’s The Metal Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 126
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The boys sound like a bad Rush tribute band, extol the resilience of heavy metal, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Tenacious D’s 2006 metal anthem, “The Metal.” News items and digressions include rock fashion, Alex Lifeson and Geddy Lee jamming, and all-time great metal albums.…
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Did Hole’s Doll Parts Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 125
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The boys get coached up by The Demon, become grunge rock royalty in the bathroom with a sharpie, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Hole’s 1994 alt rock hit, “Doll Parts.” News items and digressions include Gene Simmons, American Idol, Meshuggah, and Bruce Dickinson.…
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The boys avoid the clinic at the World Series of Rock, establish punk rock cred with offensive oratory, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Dead Boys’ 1978 autobiographical punk rock lament, “Ain’t It Fun.” News items and digressions include Cleveland concert history, zits, and exceptionally foul language.…
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The boys pay respects to Dickey Betts, eternally covet thy best friend’s girlfriend, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Rick Springfield’s 1981 power pop hit, “Jessie’s Girl.” News items and digressions include Dickey Betts, Great White, soap operas, and meaningful art.…
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Did R.E.M.’s It's the End of the World as We Know It Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/RnRA: Ep. 122
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The boys cash in on nostalgia way past their sell-by date, celebrate the end of the world with word salad, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of R.E.M.’s 1987 college rock classic, “It's the End of the World as We Know It (And I Feel Fine).” News items and digressions include KISS, Twisted Sister, zits, and Clear Chan…
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The boys turn their amps to eleven, casually write genre defining tunes on the tour bus, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Deep Purple’s 1972 neo-classical classic, “Highway Star.” News items and digressions include the Spinal Tap sequel, Dream Theater excitement, and Jon Lord’s organ.…
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Did Loverboy’s Working for the Weekend Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 120
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The boys are befuddled by a Bon biopic, wait all week for a wild weekend, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Loverboy’s 1981 arena rocker, “Working for the Weekend.” News items and digressions include the Bon Scott biopic, Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter, and underage exploitative album covers.…
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The boys bemoan Akron highway history, oppose shopping malls in Cuyahoga Falls, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of The Pretenders’ 1982 funky lament, “My City Was Gone.” News items and digressions include Akron’s jazz past, oatmeal empires, rubber, testicular discomfort, and wet 80’s snares.…
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The boys surprise with soulful singing, serve time for serving drinks, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Sublime's 1992 posthumous hit, “Date Rape.” News items and digressions include Slash, Brian Johnson, Kerry King, guitar solos and cheap toilet paper.
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The boys get annoyed at AI playlist generation, unapologetically utter the most offensive lyrics imaginable, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of SOD's 1985 missive, “Speak English or Die.” News items and digressions include Spotify AI playlists, the talk box, Miles Davis, and Torben Ulrich.…
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Ace Frehley, “10,000 Volts”: Track by Track Review/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 116
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The boys peel off their filthy lab coats, put down their timeworn scalpels, and take a break from their usual autopsy table shenanigans to review Ace Frehley’s electrifying new solo album “10,000 Volts.”
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Did Creed's One Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 115
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The boys eagerly anticipate Ace’s album, yarl preachy platitudes with post-grunge Bizarro Superman, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Creed's 1997 hit, “One.” News items and digressions include Ace Frehley, Paul McCartney, Slayer, and the No Values tour.
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Did Devo's Mongoloid Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 114
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The boys roll out episode one of their rust-belt rock ‘n roll mini-series, wear hats while happily bringing home the bacon, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Devo's 1978 lead single, “Mongoloid.” News items and digressions include the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and flatulent canines.…
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Did Iron Maiden's Bring Your Daughter…to the Slaughter Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/RnRA: Ep. 113
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The boys dissect double down dirt dished by Diamond Dave, examine dubious Dickinson double entendres, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Iron Maiden's 1990 UK number one single, “Bring Your Daughter…to the Slaughter.” News items and digressions include David Lee Roth, Wolfgang Van Halen, and the Grammys.…
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Did Don Henley's Dirty Laundry Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 112
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The boys dissect dirt dished by Diamond Dave, watch the Six O’clock News sensationalize sleaze, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Don Henley's 1982 number one hit, “Dirty Laundry.” News items and digressions include David Lee Roth, Wolfgang Van Halen, Taylor Swift, and gratuitous litigation.…
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Did Falco's Rock Me Amadeus Kill Rock ‘n Roll?/Rock-n-Roll Autopsy: Ep. 111
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The boys talk hometown de-evolution, write a German synth-pop tribute to the world’s first rock star, and use the scientific method to conduct an autopsy on the corpse of Falco's 1985 hit, “Rock Me Amadeus.” News items and digressions include Devo, Ozzy Osbourne, Muzak, pink eye, and colonoscopies.
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