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The Fortress Of Rock
Rock is not dead. Deal with it. Every week, The Maestro reviews new album and song releases from classic rock acts, discusses current concert tours and looks back at pivotal moments in rock history. In the end, 'The Fortress of Rock' is simply a celebration of the music that we all love. New episodes now drop every Saturday afternoon!
Episodes
- The Fortress Of Rock
Episode 150 (6/28/24)
This week, The Maestro reviews Hulu's Bon Jovi docuseries "Thank You, Goodnight"; Kev also looks back at forty years of concert memories featuring Billy…
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Episode 149 (6/21/24)
This week, The Maestro discusses the sale of Queen's publishing rights, a Scorpions biopic and the curious story behind Dave Davies' 'lost' Rock HOF award; Kev…
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Episode 148 (6/14/24)
This week, The Maestro reviews Bon Jovi's "Forever" and Styx, Foreigner & John Waite live in concert; Kev also discusses 'Alice Cooper For President', Sammy…
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Episode 147 (6/7/24)
This week, The Maestro discusses the latest Skid Row drama, a partial Sex Pistols reunion and Cyndi Lauper's farewell tour; Kev also looks back at "Captain…
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Episode 146 (5/31/24)
This week, The Maestro reviews "The Beach Boys" on Disney + and Collective Soul's new double album, "Here To Eternity"; Kev also looks back at "Stop Making…
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Episode 145 (5/24/24)
This week, The Maestro discusses the long-awaited official lawsuit pitting the Department of Justice against Ticketmaster & Live Nation; Kev also scolds Eddie…
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Bonus Episode: Van Halen Studio Albums Ranked
In this extra-special 'Fortress' episode, The Maestro ranks the twelve Van Halen studio albums!!! Which VH LPs will Kev overvalue? Which ones will he unfairly…
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Episode 144 (5/17/24)
This week, The Maestro reviews Sebastian Bach's "Child Within The Man" & "Bob Marley: One Love"; Kev also discusses the incredible return of AC/DC to the stage…
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Episode 143 (5/10/24)
This week, The Maestro kicks off the live summer rock season with concert reviews featuring Judas Priest, Seether, Fuel & more!!! Kev also discusses the return…
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Episode 142 (5/3/24)
This week, The Maestro reviews the new Wolfgang Van Halen episode of "Behind The Music" on Paramount Plus as well as Duran Duran's 2018 documentary "There Is…
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Episode 141 (4/26/24)
This week, The Maestro breaks down the sixteen (?!?!) 2024 inductees to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame (congrats, Foreigner!); Kev also reviews Pearl Jam's new…
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Episode 140 (4/19/24)
This week, The Maestro mourns the passing of Dickey Betts as well as the end of UFO; Kev also discusses the impressive legacies of Jim Steinman & Eddie Kramer…
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Episode 139 (4/12/24)
This week, The Maestro discusses the end of Hall & Oates as well as a major motion picture based on Bruce Springsteen's "Nebraska"; Kev also reviews Bruce…
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Episode 138 (4/5/24)
This week, The Maestro looks back at the untimely & tragic deaths of Kurt Cobain and Layne Staley; Kev also discusses the new solo album from Mick Mars, "Super…
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Episode 137 (3/29/24)
This week, The Maestro discusses Pat Benatar, The Stray Cats, George Michael & The Beach Boys; Kev also reviews new music from The Black Moods & Bon Jovi and…
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Episode 136 (3/22/24)
This week, The Maestro discusses Neil Young's dubious return to Spotify, ELO's farewell tour and Pearl Jam's "Dark Matter" debuting in movie theaters; Kev also…
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Episode 135 (3/15/24)
This week, The Maestro discusses the questionable rock & roll legacy of Jon Bon Jovi as well as the unquestioned greatness of Judas Priest & Sebastian Bach…
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Episode 134 (3/8/24)
This week, The Maestro praises the creative energy of Collective Soul, Slash & The Doobie Brothers while condemning the disgusting legal maneuvers employed in…
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Episode 133 (3/1/24)
This week, The Maestro demands to know why fans weren't consulted for the rock songs included in the Odysseus Moon Lander time capsule; Kev also discusses…
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Episode 132 (2/23/24)
This week, The Maestro discusses Record Store Day 2024, the return of Kings of Leon, a Slayer reunion and major health issues within the ranks of Kansas &…
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Episode 131 (2/16/24)
This week, The Maestro goes on his annual nuclear rant about the latest group of Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nominees; Kev also discusses major tour announcements…
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Episode 130 (2/9/24)
This week, The Maestro discusses predictable Grammy ignorance as well as the passing of Wayne Kramer (MC5) and country music legend Toby Keith; Kev also looks…
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Episode 129 (2/2/24)
This week, The Maestro reviews "Turn The Lights Back On", the first new Billy Joel song in over a decade; Kev also looks back at the pivotal Genesis album "A…
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Episode 128 (1/26/24)
This week, The Maestro breaks down the legacy of Eddie Van Halen and the surprise announcement of a new Billy Joel song; Kev also reviews Green Day's "Saviors"…
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Episode 127 (1/19/24)
This week, The Maestro discusses "The Ballad of Popsicle Sam" (David Lee Roth's latest ballistic missile shot in the Van Halen wars), 'The Final Ride' for…
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Episode 126 (1/12/24)
This week, The Maestro discusses Selena Gomez as Linda Ronstadt, new music from the Black Crowes (finally!) and "Purple Rain" on Broadway...and back in court…
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Episode 125 (1/5/24)
This week, The Maestro discusses the future of Elvis Presley (AI, holograms & avatars), Smashing Pumpkins (new guitarist wanted, apply on social media!) and…
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Episode 124 (12/29/23)
This week, The Maestro counts down the best music of 2023...albums, songs & concerts!!! Kev also discusses the first live Heart show in over four years, Kirk…
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Episode 123 (12/22/23)
This week, The Maestro mourns the passing of legendary disc jockey Jim Ladd and rings in the holidays with new Christmas music from Alter Bridge's Mark…
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Episode 122 (12/15/23)
This week, The Maestro discusses Geddy Lee & more Geddy Lee...two new songs plus a new streaming show on Paramount Plus from the former Rush bassist!!! Kev…
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Episode 121 (12/8/23)
This week, a somber Maestro discusses the passing of Denny Laine (Wings) & the loss of Myles Goodwyn (April Wine); Kev also looks back in rock history at the…
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Episode 120 (12/1/23)
This week, The Maestro discusses a 'Spinal Tap' sequel and Styx & Foreigner teaming up for a massive 2024 tour; Kev also reviews Chris Isaak live in concert…
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Episode 119 (11/24/23)
This week, The Maestro discusses Sammy Hagar's deceitful ways, the Rolling Stones 2024 tour and ugly lawsuits involving Axl Rose and Hall & Oates; Kev also…
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Episode 118 (11/17/23)
This week, The Maestro looks ahead to the 2024 concert tour season featuring Judas Priest, Bryan Adams and Sammy Hagar with Joe Satriani; Kev also reviews…
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Episode 117 (11/10/23)
This week, The Maestro reviews "Heaven Comes Down" by Dokken along with two new tracks from Green Day and the 'final' song from the Beatles, "Now And Then"…
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Episode 116 (11/3/23)
This week, The Maestro discusses the official return of Creed (yawn) as well as the glorious return of the Rolling Stones ("Hackney Diamonds"!!!); Kev also…
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Episode 115 (10/27/23)
This week, The Maestro reviews "Lightbringer" by Rival Sons as well as new singles from Judas Priest & David Lee Roth; Kev also discusses the last song from…
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Episode 114 (10/20/23)
This week, The Maestro discusses the incredible legacy of Tom Petty and the ongoing dysfunction in the ranks of KISS & Motley Crue; Kev also celebrates the…
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Episode 113 (10/13/23)
This week, The Maestro pits Bob Dylan against Paul Simon (songwriting), David Lee Roth vs Sammy Hagar (Van Halen birthdays) and U2 vs Bruce Springsteen (new…
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Episode 112 (10/6/23)
This week, The Maestro honors the legacy of Eddie Van Halen on the anniversary of his death; Kev also passes along the latest tour news involving U2, Foo…
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Episode 111 (9/29/23)
This week, The Maestro discusses the end of the (2023) road for Aerosmith & Bruce Springsteen as well as Ozzy Osbourne's possible return to the studio (and…
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Episode 110 (9/22/23)
This week, The Maestro discusses the final Rock Hall of Fame judgment for the pathetic Jann Wenner, the return of Bachman-Turner Overdrive and the end of the…
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Episode 109 (9/15/23)
This week, The Maestro condemns Jann Wenner for his latest egregious misstep & questions the motivation behind major rock stars playing 'load management' with…
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Episode 108 (9/8/23)
This week, The Maestro pays tribute to the late, great Jimmy Buffett as well as Gary "Dream Weaver" Wright & Steve Harwell of Smash Mouth; Kev also discusses…
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Episode 107 (9/1/23)
This week, The Maestro addresses rock controversies involving John Mellencamp, Alice Cooper, Carlos Santana & Green Day; Kev also looks back at career…
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Episode 106 (8/25/23)
This week, The Maestro criticizes the 'cancelling' of Queen's "Fat Bottomed Girls" and looks back at one of the most important days in rock history; Kev also…
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Episode 105 (8/18/23)
This week, The Maestro reviews Godsmack live in concert as well as the long-awaited new album from The Hives, "The Death of Randy Fitzsimmons"; Kev also…
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Episode 104 (8/11/23)
This week, The Maestro breaks down the return of Dokken, Night Ranger's collaboration with a symphony orchestra & the launch of Metallica's M72 tour; Kev also…
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Episode 103 (8/4/23)
This week, The Maestro breaks down Bret Michaels' 'Parti Gras' live with Night Ranger & Jefferson Starship as well as upcoming box sets from Motley Crue &…
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Episode 102 (7/28/23)
This week, The Maestro discusses the deaths of three music legends...Randy Meisner, Tony Bennett and Sinead O'Connor; Kev also passes along some little known…
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Episode 101 (7/21/23)
This week, The Maestro discusses the return of Creed & Dogstar as well as the end of the road for Dead & Company; Kev also looks back at Brain May & Eddie Van…
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Episode 100 (7/14/23)
The 100th episode of "The Fortress" showcases 'The Maestro's 100 Greatest Rock Performers Of All Time'!!! From AC/DC to Zebra, Kev ranks his personal favorites…
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Episode 99 (7/7/23)
This week, The Maestro discusses 'The Long Goodbye' a.k.a. the Eagles farewell tour with Steely Dan; Kev also breaks down Motley Crue's 'intimate' "Dogs of…
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Episode 98 (6/30/23)
This week, it's all about John Mellencamp as Kev reviews "Orpheus Descending" as well as Mr. Cougar's (he loves it when you call him that) June 24th concert in…
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Episode 97 (6/23/23)
This week, The Maestro discusses the latest big money song rights deal involving Simon & Garfunkel, the final performance of Lynyrd Skynyrd's Gary Rossington…
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Episode 96 (6/16/23)
This week, The Maestro reviews the long-awaited new album from Extreme, "Six"!!! Kev also discusses the 'final' Beatles song, Bill Wyman's brief return to the…
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Episode 95 (6/9/23)
This week, The Maestro gives you a 'double shot' album review segment featuring "Darkfighter" from Rival Sons and "But Here We Are" by Foo Fighters; Kev also…
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Episode 94 (6/2/23)
This week, The Maestro reminisces about "Darkness On The Edge Of Town", "Red Rose Speedway" and The Queen of Disco, Donna Summer; Kev also discusses the legacy…
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Episode 93 (5/26/23)
This week, The Maestro mourns the passing of Tina Turner and rips into John Mellencamp & Roger Waters for becoming nasty, bitter (and borderline evil) old men…
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Episode 92 (5/19/23)
This week, The Maestro celebrates "Sultans of Swing", "Kodachrome" and the birthday of Pete Townshend; Kev also discusses news involving Jimmy Buffett, Ted…