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The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock Podcast
The Ugly American Werewolf in London is a weekly podcast about classic rock, hard rock, progressive rock, heavy metal, early MTV, 80s music, UK vs. US chart success and all things rock! Hosted by The Wolf and Action Jackson, who interview rock legends, review classic albums and concerts of their favorite classic rock bands each week. Once a month, they welcome musicians, writers and fans to First Concert Memories to tell about one particular night where a live concert changed their life. Action…
Episodes
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastUAWIL #310: Oasis - Don't Look Back in Anger Documentary
Oasis stunned the world when they announced that after 15 years, the Gallagher brothers - Liam and Noel - were reforming the band for a stadium tour of the…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastFirst Concert Memories #40: Woodstock 99 with Mistress Carrie
After the success of Woodstock 94, where the only real problem was rain that made everyone and everything muddy, organizers thought they could make more money…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastUAWIL #309: Journey - The Last Frontier Live
On episode 170, The Wolf hoped that would be the last time he saw Journey live. The band weren't the same lineup and performance-wise as they once were and the…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastUAWIL #308: KISS - Rock N Roll Over
1976 saw KISS take the world by storm. ALIVE! had just gone platinum and their studio follow-up Destroyer heralded in live classics like Detroit Rock City, God…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastUAWIL #307: Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers (1976)
Although Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers would go onto become one of the greatest American rock bands of the last quarter of the 20th century, their self-titled…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastUAWIL #306: Pink Floyd - Meddle
When Pink Floyd released Dark Side of the Moon in 1973, their world (and the world) changed forever. The album would go on to sell tens of millions of copies…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastFirst Concert Memories #39: Public Image Ltd in Brixton 1986
On First Concert Memories 39 we are happy to welcome Andrew of Tunes From Turtle Island, our brother from Pantheon Podcasts, to recall a night 40 years ago in…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastUAWIL #305: Scott Holiday on Topology
We at The Wolf are very proud to welcome back Scott Holiday to talk about The Wolf's favorite album of 2026 - his new solo album Topology. Created out of music…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastUAWIL #304: Iron Maiden - Run For Your Lives 2026 in the US
Longtime listeners of the program know that The Wolf and Action Jackson are big time Iron Maiden fans. We gave you a review of The Future Past Tour from Europe…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastUAWIL #303: Black Sabbath - Mob Rules
Ronnie James Dio joining Black Sabbath really gave the band a shot in the arm. After declining returns with Ozzy in the late 70s, Ronnie's emergence as a…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastUAWIL #302: AC/DC - Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap
Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap is an important part of AC/DC's catalog to their fans around the world. However, when and what you heard on the album varied from…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastUAWIL #301: Genesis - Abacab
Thank you all for all the love we received via email and socials on our 300th! We are as grateful as ever for your support and humbled by your enthusiasm for…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastFirst Concert Memories #38: David Lee Roth with Metal Walt of Metal Mayhem ROC
We are happy to welcome Metal Walt from Metal Mayhen ROC to talk about one of his first concert experiences from his teenage years - seeing David Lee Roth on…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastUAWIL #300: Rush - Live in Chicago
When we started the Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock Podcast in 2020, we were are still living with the near term effects of Covid. The Wolf lived just…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastUAWIL #299: Rush Live Preview
When Neil Peart died in early 2020, we figured we'd never be able to see Rush live again. And to a Rush fan like The Wolf who had seen them 12 times, met them…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastUAWIL #298: Boston (1976)
Most bands toil for years honing their sound, locking down their lineup, playing gigs around their hometown and then regionally before hitting it big. Though…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastUAWIL #297: The Jetsetters - Britt Lightning & Tommy London
There's nothing better than hearing a new song that kicks ass! They don't promote rock n roll like they used to but when we heard Above The Noise from The…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastFirst Concert Memories #37: Don Jamieson on Iron Maiden & Judas Priest
We're happy to welcome back rock n roll comedian Don Jamieson to kick off Season 4 of First Concert Memories! You all may remember Don from That Metal Show on…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastUAWIL #296: John Timmons of Ear-X-Tacy
Everyone has their own personal favorite. The one place in town that had all the cool records. The place you didn't know existed until a friend took you there…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastUAWIL #295: The Beatles - Revolver
As we've professed before on the program, The Wolf & Action Jackson are not the world's biggest Beatles fans. Don't get us wrong - we don't dislike The Beatles…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastUAWIL #294: R.E.M. - Life's Rich Pageant
By 1986, REM were veterans of the college rock scene, had recorded in London and gotten songs into the charts. For their 4th album, Life's Rich Pageant, they…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastUAWIL #293: John Mayall & The Bluesbreakers with Eric Clapton
Eric Clapton had achieved pop success with The Yardbirds but that's not what he wanted. All Eric wanted to do was play the blues. So he left The Yardbirds to…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastUAWIL #292: America at 250 - Top 10 Rock Songs About America
If you haven't heard, the USA is turning 250!! The Great American Experiment has endured for one quarter of a millenium and though it might not be a perfect…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastFirst Concert Memories #36: Iron Maiden with Steven Michael of Growin' Up Rock Podcast
UP THE IRONS!! For the 2nd time in Season 3 of First Concert Memories we go back to an Iron Maiden show that your hosts never witnessed themselves. Why do we…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastUAWIL #291: 2nd To Last Led Zeppelin Songs Ranked
We've been doing our podcast for almost 6 years and with that time & experience, one does find patterns or tricks of the trade that pop up regularly. As The…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastUAWIL #290: Rock PR Veteran Sharon Chevin
We are proud to welcome Rock PR veteran Sharon Chevin who has been in the music business for more than 4 decades. What began as a deep love for rock music…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastUAWIL #289: Duran Duran - 1981 & 1983
Duran Duran's eponymous debut not only established their sound with funky bass and new wave synths but coincided with the launch of new US cable station, MTV…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastUAWIL #288: Cinderella - Night Songs
Cinderella came out of the gritty streets of Philadelphia by writing hookey riffs, shout along choruses and a fun, glammy stage show. Gene Simmons tried to get…
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Suzi Quatro talks not being boxed in but always coming back to rock n roll
Happy Birthday to the one & only #SuziQuatro!! We were honored to speak with the legend herself on her new album Freedom, all she’s done in her 7 decade career…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastFirst Concert Memories #35: Van Halen Balance Tour with Tim's Vinyl Confessions
We started First Concert Memories, the monthly series from The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock Podcast, we wanted to capture the passion of rock fans who…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastUAWIL #287: Genesis - Invisible Touch
By 1986, the Phil Collins machine was in full gear. After coming off big solo success with the diamond selling No Jacket Required and having played on both…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastUAWIL #286: Iron Maiden - Burning Ambition
Iron Maiden has earned their spot as one of the biggest touring acts of the new millenium through an unwavering work ethic and delivering quality in every way…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastUAWIL #285: Blue Oyster Cult - Agents of Fortune
Blue Oyster Cult translated their fan favorite live act into platinum with the 1975 live album On Your Feet Or On Your Knees. It not only gave the guys…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastUAWIL #284: Def Leppard - Slang with Neil from Def Lep Pod
By 1996, Def Leppard needed to try something different. Their 80s heyday had long since passed and the grunge/nu metal era made them unwanted icons of a…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastFirst Concert Memories #34: Rage Against The Machine with Ryan Condal of House of the Dragon
On First Concert Memories 34 we welcome friend of the show and 2 time former guest Ryan Condal, Co-Creator and Executive Producer of House of the Dragon, onto…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastUAWIL #283: Stewart Copeland's Police - Deranged for Orchestra
Stewart Copeland, drummer/composer/host extraordinaire and one time member of The Police, spoke with us on Ep 275 about his love for working with orchestras…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastUAWIL #282: Jeff Beck - Wired
We reviewed Blow By Blow by Jeff Beck last year and thought it was great (Ep 222) so we figured we'd also review Wired as it turns 50. And while Jeff did bring…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastUAWIL #281: The Rolling Stones - Black & Blue
Shockingly, Mick Taylor turned in his resignation to The Rolling Stones in late 1974 after the Tour of the Americas had already been booked. That changed the…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastUAWIL #280: Robert Plant Live
Robert Plant is one of the true legends of rock n roll. His vocals made Led Zeppelin the biggest band in the world and his solo career is now in its 5th decade…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastUAWIL #279: Suzi Quatro Interview
Suzi Quatro has been rocking out live for 7 decades. Since she was a teenager with her sisters in The Pleasure Seekers in the mid-60's she has been on stage…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastFirst Concert Memories #33: Steve Kilbey of The Church
Steve Kilbey, the long-time lead singer, bassist & lead songwriter for The Church has had a career that spans half a century. As he has just taken the band…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastUAWIL #278: Rick & Oliver Wakeman Live
As we've learned after 6 years of doing the show, once you interview someone you have a greater interest in seeing them play live. Maybe because you're…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastUAWIL #277: Rush - 2112
By early 1976, things were looking bleak for Rush. Despite their relentless touring schedule and 3 albums - Rush, Fly By Night, Caress of Steel - the record…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastTrailer: The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock Podcast
The Ugly American Werewolf in London is a weekly podcast about classic rock, hard rock, progressive rock, heavy metal, early MTV, 80s music, UK vs. US chart…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastUAWIL #276: Van Halen - 5150
In 1986 we lived in a divided country. People who were once good friends now found themselves on opposite sides of one of the most charged debates in the…
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Stewart Copeland talks the riotous fun he had making videos with The Police
Here’s a clip of our interview with legendary drummer/composer Stewart Copeland of The Police. Hear the whole interview with Stewart about playing the…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastUAWIL #275: Stewart Copeland of The Police
Stewart Copeland is so much more than the drummer from The Police. Over the decades he's been in numerous bands, scored films and tv series, written operas…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastFirst Concert Memories #32: Iron Maiden with Brian Slagel, CEO Metal Blade Records
When we first interviewed Metal Blade Records CEO/Founder Brian Slagel, one of the true godfathers of heavy metal, he told us about his first ever concert -…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastUAWIL #274: Jay Schellen of Yes
Jay Schellen has been with Yes for almost a decade though he didn't become the full-time drummer until the passing of Alan White after 50 years in the band in…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastUAWIL #273: Metallica - Master of Puppets
By 1986, Metallica's assault on the music establishment and eardrums was in full force. Their previous album, Ride The Lightning, had caught the attention of…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastUAWIL #272: Ozzy Osbourne - The Ultimate Sin
By 1986, Ozzy Osbourne already had the reputation as the Mad Man of Metal. Since his departure from Black Sabbath, he'd created a whole new act that was very…
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Jay Buchanan talks Black Sabbath’s support of Rival Sons
Jay Buchanan’s first solo album since joining Rival Sons, Weapons of Beauty, is now available! We spoke to Jay about writing the record in the desert, how he…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastUAWIL #271: Genesis - A Trick of the Tail
During The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway Tour, Peter Gabriel informed his Genesis bandmates that he would be leaving once his touring duties were fulfilled. While…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastFirst Concert Memories #31: Oliver Wakeman on Anderson, Bruford, Wakeman & Howe
The Wolf & Action Jackson were so pleased that Oliver Wakeman agreed to come on First Concert Memories to talk about the first time he saw his father Rick…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastUAWIL #270: The Firm - Mean Business
After their debut album, The Firm, hit gold in the US in 1985, fans figured that Jimmy Page and Paul Rodgers would tour to support it and not only play songs…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastUAWIL #269: The Church - Heyday
The Church are a bit of an enigma in the rock world. Though best known for their breakout 1988 song Under The Milky Way off of Starfish. Prior to that they'd…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastUAWIL #268: Jay Buchanan of Rival Sons on his new solo album Weapons of Beauty
Jay Buchanan once led his own band before he became the lead singer of the grammy nominated, globe-trotting Rival Sons. So it was always assumed by everyone in…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastUAWIL #267: Styx - Paradise Theater
Styx had achieved great highs in the 1970s. Albums like The Grand Illusion, Pieces of Eight and Cornerstone had all gone multi-platinum in the US thanks to…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastFirst Concert Memories #30: Amy Winehouse by Amy Linden
To kick off 2026 with a bang, we welcomed back music writer Amy Linden of Immaletyoufinish Podcast to share with all you lovely people her tale of seeing and…
The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock PodcastUAWIL #266: 2025 Part 2 - In Memoriam, Live Concerts & Artists
To start our second look back on 2025, we want to thank everyone who listens to our show and interacts with us to share your love of rock music. We've entered…