This is the Real School of Rock! The Original Rock and Roll Podcast.Interviews, music and more from a Rock and Roll Geek.All done with a Metal Sludge,Blabbermouth sense of humor For fans of Aerosmith,Cheap Trick,Wildhearts,Metallica,AC/DC,American Heartbreak,Alice Cooper,New York Dolls,Sex Pistols,Motley Crue,Starz,Runaways,Punk,Joan Jett,Suzi Quatro,Nazareth,Hanoi Rocks,D Generation,Dictators,Ramones,Kiss,Guns n'Roses,Glam,Metal,etc.
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Oct 4, 2026 · 15:20
Craig Behrhorst joins me on this update from the Handsome Dick Manitoba Tour I'm lazy so I let AI do the show notes: An introduction from Oakland sets the stage for a lively…
Sep 28, 2026 · 1:16:21
On this episode: A Rush Show Review My 105th time seeing Cheap Trick A Sex Pistols Show Review and MUCH MUCH MORE music by Brijitte West and The Greenowskis Rush Killers n Exiles…
Sep 24, 2026 · 2:03:55
On this episode I pay tribute to the great Angry Anderson of Rose Tattoo and replay two interviews I did with him way back in 2008, May this true icon REST IN PEACE music by Rose…
Sep 11, 2026 · 1:10:41
I'm back after dropping the ball on the DOG DAYS OF PODCASTING music by Torpedohead The Last Sin The Baboon Show Donate on Venmo @Michael-Butler-11 Ralph Miller $132 Truck…
Aug 29, 2026 · 15:27
Seth Massy writes in with A where are they now questionSeth Massy writes in with A where are they now question music by Drivin n cryin Thanks to Joe Pawlak for the $250 Penske…
Aug 27, 2026 · 17:09
This is day 27 of the Dog Days of Podcasting https://dogdaysofpodcasting.com/ NYX from NPC Matchmaker calls in with some great band stories music by Iggy Pop and James Williamson…
Aug 26, 2026 · 10:21
This is day 25 of the Dog Days of Podcasting https://dogdaysofpodcasting.com/ A memorable experience unfolds as the host recounts a beautiful sunrise watched from a golf cart.…
Aug 26, 2026 · 10:21
This is day 25 of the Dog Days of Podcasting https://dogdaysofpodcasting.com/ A memorable experience unfolds as the host recounts a beautiful sunrise watched from a golf cart.…
Aug 26, 2026 · 24:37
This is day 25 of the Dog Days of Podcasting https://dogdaysofpodcasting.com/ Friend Of The Show Chad Burns calls in with a show review of Nazareth and The Babys music by Riot TV…
Aug 24, 2026 · 11:42
Rock and Roll Butler's Adventure in Big Pine Key A lively recounting of a recent trip to Big Pine Key, filled with personal anecdotes and casual reflections. The discussion opens…
Aug 23, 2026 · 28:29
This is day 22 of the Dog Days of Podcasting https://dogdaysofpodcasting.com/ Friend Of The Show Chuck Speer the rock 'n' roll Hoosier calls in with a Night Ranger show review…
Aug 21, 2026 · 32:19
This is day 20 of the Dog Days of Podcasting http://HTTPS://wwwdogdaysofofpodcasting.com friend Of The Show in front of mine Sandy Hyde calls in with a brush with greatness music…
Aug 20, 2026 · 19:34
This is day 20 of the Dog Days of Podcasting http://HTTPS://wwwdogdaysofofpodcasting.com friend Of The Show and friend of mine Ralph Miller calls in with a Santana Doobie…
Aug 20, 2026 · 30:19
This is day 19 of the Dog Days of Podcasting http://HTTPS://wwwdogdaysofofpodcasting.com friend Of The Show and friend of mine Ralph Miller calls in with a sheep trick ZZ Top…
Aug 18, 2026 · 13:48
This is day 18 of the Dog Days of Podcasting http://HTTPS://wwwdogdaysofofpodcasting.com I do a Listening with Butler on BJ Lisco's new band, Caution Bomb www.cautionbomb.com…
Aug 17, 2026 · 14:48
This is day 15!of the Dog Days of Podcasting https://dogdaysofpodcasting.com/ Ffrom the basement in San Francisco I answer an email from Eric the rock 'n' roll plee about my Bass…
Aug 16, 2026 · 11:44
This is day 15!of the Dog Days of Podcasting https://dogdaysofpodcasting.com/ James Shapiro calls in from Rockford music by Blackberry Smoke Thanks to Joe Pawlak for the $250…
Aug 15, 2026 · 20:48
This is day 14 of the Dog Days of Podcasting https://dogdaysofpodcasting.com/ Amy Bowen calls in with The Show!Amy Bowen calls in with a review and Ralph Miller calls in with an…
Aug 13, 2026 · 13:57
Chris Capelle, The Rock n Roll Copywriter, calls in with a report of Richie Blackmore rejoining Derp Purple on stage last night at Jones Beach The episode features a mix of…
Aug 12, 2026 · 49:24
On this episode I speak with Ira Blacker. He has a new book out called Once A King, Now A Prince a rock and roll memoir about survival, the music business, family dysfunction,…
Aug 11, 2026 · 30:28
This is day 11 of the Dog Days of Podcasting. D Friend of the Show and Friend of Mine, Ralph Miller, calls in with a show review of AC/DC Music by Alice Cooper Donate to the show…
Aug 10, 2026 · 8:04
This is day 9 of the Dog Days of Podcasting. We take a ride on the iconic Cyclone roller coaster at Coney Island Music by Montose Donate to the show - Rock and Roll Geek Friends…
Aug 8, 2026 · 28:27
This is day 8 of the Dog Days of Podcasting. John Bartholow wrote in requesting that I revisit Alice Cooper's hair metal era so we revisit the albums Constrictor, Raise Your Fist…
Aug 7, 2026 · 9:46
This is day 6 of the Dog Days of Podcasting. Chris Capelle, The Rock and Roll Copywriter calls in with an addendum to yesterday's show reviews. Music by Sammy Hagar Donate to the…
Aug 6, 2026 · 23:10
This is day 6 of the Dog Days of Podcasting. Chris Capelle, The Rock and Roll Copywriter calls in with 3 show reports. Music by Joan Jett & The Blackhearts Donate to the show -…
Aug 5, 2026 · 14:26
This is day 5 of the Dog days of pe casting Friend Of The Show Kirk Crawford Wright in with a great question Music by Udo This episode dives into memorable concert e Donate to…
Aug 4, 2026 · 16:27
This is day 4 of the Dog days of Podcasting Suggestiom from friend of The Show Todd Cunningham Music by Keel Opening Acts That Outshine Headliners This episode dives into…
Aug 3, 2026 · 14:49
This is day 4 of the Dog days of Podcasting Lars Lenova writes in with five questions for Michael Butler Music by Squeeze Donate to the show - Rock and Roll Geek Friends And…
Aug 2, 2026 · 11:01
This is day 2 of the Dog days of Podcasting Today we go gardening Music by Kiss Donate to the show - Rock and Roll Geek Friends And Family Membership Thanks to Joe Pawlak for the…
Aug 1, 2026 · 24:00
This is day one of the Dog days of Podcasting Music by Mott The episode kicks off with an intriguing introduction to the Rock and Roll Butler's mushroom hunting escapades. Set in…
Jul 29, 2026 · 58:39
This is from the undisclosed location in Upstate New York. Chuck Speer, The Rock and Roll Hoosier calls in with a Ted Nugent show review. R.I.P. John C. Dvorak I need content and…
Jul 22, 2026 · 37:29
This is from the undisclosed location in Upstate New York. We made it. Also, JS Skulls calls in with some advice and a Marshall Tucker Show Review. Music by The Hellacopters…
Jul 19, 2026 · 11:40
I'm on the road in a 16 foot Penske truck I'm doing this show from a hotel room in Bolingbrook, Illinois. friend Of The Show Jeff Zelepugas joins me and my undisclosed beautiful…
Jul 18, 2026 · 22:48
I'm on the road in a 16 foot Penske truck I'm doing this show from a hotel room in Bolingbrook, Illinois. friend Of The Show Jeff Zelepugas joins me and my undisclosed beautiful…
Jul 17, 2026 · 11:21
In I'm on the road in a 16 foot Penske truck I'm doing this show from a bar in Omaha Nebraska called the Fan Tan Club Music by The Runaways Donate to the show - Rock and Roll…
Jul 16, 2026 · 13:36
I'm on the road in a 16 foot Penske truck I'm doing this show from a hotel room in Cheyenne, Wyoming Music by D.A.D Donate to the show - Rock and Roll Geek Friends And Family…
Jul 15, 2026 · 11:13
00:00:06 From somewhere in the middle of nowhere, this is the Rock and Roll Geek Show. This is the story of my rock and roll butler. Welcome to the Rock and Roll Geek Show.…
Jul 14, 2026 · 17:46
Butler's Cross-Country Adventure A journey unfolds as the Rock and Roll Geek Michael Butler embarks on a cross-country trip in a 16-foot Penske truck from San Francisco to…
Jul 7, 2026 · 1:30:25
On this episode, I talk about my upcoming cross country road trip . I would love to meet up with you for a beer a meal or a floor to sleep on. Also, a track by track review of…
Jun 25, 2026 · 1:16:25
On this episode, I give a major update on my life and do a track by track review of the new Rachel Bolan solo album, Gargoyle of the Garden State. And a special bonus date report…
Jun 2, 2026 · 1:31:45
On this episode, in tribute to Jack Douglas, I play all songs produced by him. Also a Triumph show review from Blake Johnston and Michael Street, Eric the RnRPleeb calls in with…
May 9, 2026 · 1:30:00
On this episode I talk about my trip to my hometown. I talk about seeing Steve Earle in a church. I listen to the first 2 new Rolling Stones songs . The Rock n Roll Copywriter…
Apr 13, 2026 · 1:28:41
On this episode I do a track by track of the new Suzi Quatro album, Freedom, a show report the Cheap Trick show I saw at Niagara Falls and a Supersuckers/Todd Snider show review…
Mar 31, 2026 · 14:22
This is day of the Handsome Dick MANITOBA Midwest tour. I'm back in an undisclosed location, Ross the Boss RIP Check out The Strains! Music by: The Dictators Donate to the show -…
Mar 29, 2026 · 12:55
This is day 5 of the Handsome Dick MANITOBA Midwest tour. We're in Newport, KY with The Strains Ross the Boss RIP Music by: Manitoba's Wild Kingdom Donate to the show - Rock and…
Mar 28, 2026 · 10:10
This is day 4 of the Handsome Dick MANITOBA Midwest tour. We're in Cleveland, Ohio with The Strains Ross the Boss RIP Music by: Manitoba's Wild Kingdom Donate to the show - Rock…
Mar 28, 2026 · 9:32
This is day 3 of the Handsome Dick MANITOBA Midwest tour. We're in Chicago, IL with The Strains Ross the Boss Died Today RIP Music by: The Dictators Donate to the show - Rock and…
Mar 26, 2026 · 8:49
This is day 2 of the Handsome Dick MANITOBA Midwest tour. We're in Milwaukee, WI with The Strains Music by: Ginger Wildheart Donate to the show - Rock and Roll Geek Friends And…
Mar 25, 2026 · 10:13
This is day one of the Handsome Dick MANITOBA Midwest tour. We're in Grand Rapids Michigan with The Strains Music by: Ginger Wildheart Donate to the show - Rock and Roll Geek…
Mar 11, 2026 · 1:26:46
I discovered The New Cars, 16 years too late. Show reviews from Gluecifer , Good The Bad The Zugly, Donny Osmond, Joan Jett and The Eagles. And your host making a mess of things…
Mar 3, 2026 · 1:07:56
On this episode I do a track by track review of the new Michael Monroe album Outerstellar and compare my score with yours. Music by: Michael Monroe Purchase Donate to the show -…
Feb 23, 2026 · 1:08:21
On this episode I revisit 2 Nazareth albums: Hair of the Dog from 1975 and No Mean City from 1979 Music by: Nazareth Donate to the show - Rock and Roll Geek Friends And Family…
Feb 10, 2026 · 51:19
On this episode I talk about Ross The Boss from the Dictators and Manowar (among others) being diagnosed with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's Disease. Also on the show, emails…
Feb 1, 2026 · 15:59
The final update from the Handsome Dick Mini NYC Birthday Tour from an undisclosed location in upstate New York. Donate to the show - Rock and Roll Geek Friends And Family…
Jan 30, 2026 · 11:24
On this episode Jim S the rock 'n' roll toothbrusher and JD Cohen join me for a Handsome Dick MANITOBA tour update from Providence, Rhode Island Donate to the show - Rock and…
Jan 28, 2026 · 12:56
Day 1 out with Handsome Dick Manitoba and my rock brothers. Also I review the new Lou Gram Single preorder Released HERE PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW! PATREON DONOR S Joe Pawlak –…
Jan 15, 2026 · 1:16:25
I'm not feeling myself today but I power through it Donate to the show - Rock and Roll Geek Friends And Family Membership THANK YOU BRAD SHICK FOR THE ALICE COOPER BOOK AND…
Jan 12, 2026 · 1:46:52
On this show I list my top 10 albums of 2025 , give or take 5 0r 6. Donate to the show - Rock and Roll Geek Friends And Family Membership THANK YOU BRAD SHICK FOR THE ALICE…
Dec 18, 2025 · 1:06:14
On this show I do a track by track review of the new album from Danko Jones, Leo Rising Purchase Leo Rising Danko Jones Website Danko Jones Facebook Danko Jones Instagram Donate…
Dec 11, 2025 · 1:12:06
On this show I do show reviews from and audio comments from Eric the RnR Pleeb, Tim Smith the Rock n Roll Runner, Chris Capelle, the Rock n Roll Copywriter, Michael Street the…
Nov 28, 2025 · 49:21
On this Thanksgiving episode I meet Harold Naideau, who tells some great Kiss , Plasmatics and David Bowie stories. Links: Website Instagram Donate to the show - Rock and Roll…
Nov 28, 2025 · 49:21
On this Thanksgiving episode I meet Harold Naideau, who tells some great Kiss , Plasmatics and David Bowie stories. Links: Website Instagram Donate to the show - Rock and Roll…
Nov 20, 2025 · 1:02:07
On this episode I do a track by track review of the new Cheap Trick album, All Washed Up Purchase All Washed Up Donate to the show - Rock and Roll Geek Friends And Family…
Nov 12, 2025 · 1:15:18
On this episode, friend of the show , B.J. Lisko joins me and we listen to the new record by his band, Turbo Lovers called Working Blue Links: Apple Music Bandcamp Facebook…
Oct 30, 2025 · 18:17
On this episode : An update from Country Cruising 2025 I'm playing the cruise with Chad Bushnell Today I talk with Lance Watson , the bass player for Dirty Grass Soul Music By…
Oct 28, 2025 · 21:40
On this episode : An update from Country Cruising 2025 I'm playing the cruise with Chad Bushnell Today I talk with Adam Carrillo, the bass player for Kin Faux Donate to the show…
Oct 27, 2025 · 15:51
On this episode : RIP An update from Country Cruising 2025 I'm playing the cruise with Chad Bushnell Donate to the show - Rock and Roll Geek Friends And Family Membership DONATE…
Oct 23, 2025 · 52:28
On this episode : RIP Ace Frehley I'm playing a country cruise Jonathan Travers Rant of the Week Kirk Crawford Dead Rockstars New music from Jared James Nichols, Cheap Trick,…
Oct 9, 2025 · 1:04:06
On this episode I play new songs from various artists and give the rock and roll geek scoring system to each song Music by Megadeth Blackyard Riot Raspberries Tribute Micah…
Sep 23, 2025 · 1:51:08
On this episode I play show reports from The Who, Oasis, Carl Palmer, a douchebag clip of the week and MUCH MUCH more! Music by The Good The Bad and The Zugly The Who Van Halen…
Sep 20, 2025 · 52:35
On this episode , at the request of the Sheriff, Richard Fusey, I do a track by track review of the latest Glenn Hughes album, Chosen Order Chosen HERE Donate to the show - Rock…
Sep 4, 2025 · 1:38:56
On this episode , I finish out the Dead Rockstars stories and Chris Capelle calls in with a Billy Idol/Joan Jett show review Music by: Cheap Trick Hank Jr. Generation X John…
Aug 31, 2025 · 23:20
This is day 30 of the Dog Days of Podcasting. On this episode , Dino Zanilinnin calls in with a memory of Scot Kempner of The Dictators Music by: The Dictators Donate to the show…
Aug 29, 2025 · 26:31
This is day 29 of the Dog Days of Podcasting. On this episode , Friend of the show and friend of mine, Ralph Miller, calls in with a bunch of great memories of Greg Kihn. Music…
Aug 28, 2025 · 14:45
This is day 28 of the Dog Days of Podcasting. On this episode , Steven Cohen calls in with a Tom Petty memory Music by: Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers Donate to the show - Rock…
Aug 27, 2025 · 14:52
This is day 27 of the Dog Days of Podcasting. On this episode , Mark Bridges calls in with a memory of Cozy Powell Music by: Paul Gilbert (Feat. Cozy Powell) Donate to the show -…
Aug 26, 2025 · 13:19
This is day 26 of the Dog Days of Podcasting. On this episode , Brigitte calls in with a memory of her first concert in 1977 seeing Elvis. Music by: Elvis Presley Donate to the…
Aug 25, 2025 · 19:25
This is day 25 of the Dog Days of Podcasting. On this episode , Krazy Joe from Krazy Joe's Concession Stand calls in with a dead rockstar story of The Monkees and a Hulk Hogan…
Aug 25, 2025 · 17:26
This is day 23 of the Dog Days of Podcasting. On this episode , Chris Dash, one of the Rock and Roll Ushers, calls in with a dead rockstar encounter with Chris Squire of Yes…
Aug 24, 2025 · 9:40
This is day 23 of the Dog Days of Podcasting. On this episode , Kreg Stepp calls in with a tribute Stevie Ray Vaughan Donate to the show - Rock and Roll Geek Friends And Family…
Aug 22, 2025 · 18:27
This is day 22 of the Dog Days of Podcasting. On this episode , Darryk Ataide calls in with a tribute to Country Dick Montana of The Beat Farmers, who died ONSTAGE! Music by The…
Aug 21, 2025 · 15:08
This is day 21 of the Dog Days of Podcasting. On this episode , Rocky calls in with a Van Halen story Music by Van Halen Donate to the show - Rock and Roll Geek Friends And…
Aug 20, 2025 · 16:25
This is day 20 of the Dog Days of Podcasting. On this episode , I read a note from Rita McKinney about Ronnie James Dio Music by Rainbow Donate to the show - Rock and Roll Geek…
Aug 19, 2025 · 11:26
This is day 19 of the Dog Days of Podcasting. On this episode , Nyx Spencer calls in with a memory of Christine McVie of Fleetwood Mac Music by Lindsay Buckingham /Christine…
Aug 18, 2025 · 18:47
This is day 18 of the Dog Days of Podcasting. On this episode , Chad Burns calls in with a memory of the band Smashed Gladys Music by Smashed Gladys Donate to the show - Rock and…
Aug 17, 2025 · 16:27
This is day 17 of the Dog Days of Podcasting. On this episode , Jeffrey Zelepugas calls in with a memory of Lemmy and Phil Taylor of Motorhead. Music by Motorhead Donate to the…
Aug 16, 2025 · 9:43
This is day 16 of the Dog Days of Podcasting. On this episode , Steven Cohen calls in with a memory of Neil Peart of Rush Music by Rush Donate to the show - Rock and Roll Geek…
Aug 15, 2025 · 15:40
This is day 15 of the Dog Days of Podcasting. On this episode , I relate a rockstar encounter that the Sheriff, Richard Fusey had with Johnny Winter Music by Johnny Winter Donate…
Aug 14, 2025 · 13:01
This is day 14 of the Dog Days of Podcasting. On this episode , Chris Cappelle, The Rock n Roll Copywriter, calls in with stories of Asia (John Whetton) and Cinderella (Jeff…
Aug 13, 2025 · 26:12
This is day 13 of the Dog Days of Podcasting. On this episode , Blake Johnston calls in with a great Gary Moore story Music by Gary Moore Donate to the show - Rock and Roll Geek…
Aug 11, 2025 · 13:08
This is day 10 of the Dog Days of Podcasting. On this episode , I give some memories of Dan McCafferty of Nazareth Music by Nazareth Donate to the show - Rock and Roll Geek…
Aug 11, 2025 · 8:26
This is day 10 of the Dog Days of Podcasting. On this episode , Chad Kiffmeyer calls in with a Johnny Cash story Music by Highwaymen Donate to the show - Rock and Roll Geek…
Aug 10, 2025 · 19:27
This is day 9 of the Dog Days of Podcasting. On this episode , Rocky calls in with a story about doing mushrooms, cocaine and vodka with Steve Miller Music by Steve Miller Donate…
Aug 9, 2025 · 7:20
This is day 8 of the Dog Days of Podcasting. On this episode , I am playing the Roosevelt County Fair in Culbertson, MT and I get Chad Bushnell on the show to talk and play a…
Aug 8, 2025 · 10:33
Aug 7, 2025 · 16:42
This is day 6 of the Dog Days of Podcasting. On this episode JB Skulls calls in with some Hank Williams Jr knowledge and a dead rockstar story Music by SRV Donate to the show -…
Aug 6, 2025 · 16:09
This is day 5 of the Dog Days of Podcasting. On this episode I talk about seeing Hank Williams Jr at Sturgis Music by Hank Jr Donate to the show - Rock and Roll Geek Friends And…
Aug 4, 2025 · 21:45
Although I am not on tour with Handsome Dick MANITOBA in Sweden I'm doing daily updates with Sven from Torpedohead He is calling in and sometimes Handsome Dick MANITOBA himself…
Aug 3, 2025 · 21:01
Although I am not on tour with Handsome Dick MANITOBA in Sweden I'm doing daily updates with Sven from Torpedohead He is calling in and sometimes Handsome Dick MANITOBA himself…
Aug 2, 2025 · 28:15
Although I am not on tour with Handsome Dick MANITOBA in Sweden I'm doing daily updates with Sven from Torpedohead He is calling in and sometimes Handsome Dick MANITOBA himself…
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