Rock & Roll Nightmares

Hosted by Staci Layne Wilson and based on the Rock & Roll Nightmares horror and true crime book series, this irreverent podcast on rock, punk, grunge, etc., features interviews with musicians, writers, photographers, artists, and filmmakers. It's only rock & roll, but we like it!

Rock & Roll Nightmares is a music podcast hosted by Staci Layne Wilson, with 161 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Staci Layne Wilson hosts Rock & Roll Nightmares, a music show with 161 episodes published.

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  Episode #5

  Peter Aaron: Author, "Moving in Stereo: Ric Ocasek, the Driving Force of The Cars"

  Oct 8, 202521 minS14

  <p>Staci welcomes author Peter Aaron, the author of the new book "Moving in Stereo," for a deep dive into the life and legacy of Ric Ocasek—enigmatic frontman, visionary songwriter, and the cool center of The Cars’ sleek, synth-driven storm. From Ric’s early partnership with Ben Orr and the bands that fizzled before The Cars finally clicked, to the creative tensions that came with skyrocketing success, Peter—himself a seasoned music journalist and frontman of the punk band Chrome Cranks—brings fresh insight into the man behind the shades. We’ll explore the research that shaped this biography, the personal...

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  Episode #3

  Evan Husney: Co-Creator of the Heavy Metal Series, "Into the Void"

  Sep 17, 202518 minS14

  <p>Evan Husney, co-creator of Vice's "Dark Side of the Ring" and the upcoming Hulu series "Into the Void," joins Staci to discuss his deep dive into metal music's darkest chapters. Husney explains his fascination with the genre's tragic figures and shares insights into the show's impressive roster of subjects, from guitar virtuoso Randy Rhoads to punk pioneer Wendy O. Williams. The conversation explores the mysterious Kurt Struebing (NME) case and its chilling parallels to other music industry tragedies, while Husney discusses the series' innovative blend of traditional documentary interviews with dramatic recreations. He reveals which story from season one...

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  Episode #4

  Bill Fishman: Director, Music Videos, "Tapeheads," & "Waltzing With Brando"

  Sep 17, 202524 minS14

  <p>Director Bill Fishman joins Staci Wilson on "Rock & Roll Nightmares" to discuss his legendary career behind the camera for some of rock's biggest names. From directing music videos for The Ramones, Georgia Satellites, and Good Charlotte to helming the cult films "Tapeheads" and "My Dinner with Jimi Hendrix," Fishman has captured decades of rock and roll history. Fishman shares behind-the-scenes stories from video sets, discusses the challenge of directing rock legends, and reveals details about his latest project, the Marlon Brando biopic "Waltzing with Brando" starring Billy Zane. The episode wraps with Fishman's own personal rock and roll nightmare...

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  Episode #2

  Ray Van Horn, Jr.: Horror Author and Music Journalist

  Sep 9, 202525 minS14

  <p>Join Staci as she sits down with veteran journalist and author Ray Van Horn, Jr. For more than sixteen years, Ray covered the worlds of music and film for outlets like Blabbermouth, Metal Maniacs, Noisecreep, and many others. His blog, The Metal Minute, even earned Metal Hammer’s award for Best Personal Blog. Ray is also the author of the rock‑fueled novel Coming of Rage—and he’s got plenty more exciting projects in the pipeline. Tune in for behind‑the‑scenes stories, rock‑and‑roll history, and a glimpse at what’s next from one of the scene’s sharpest v

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  Episode #1

  Tim Kirk: Author, "All His Damned Mother's Sons," an alternate history Elvis novel

  Sep 9, 202520 minS14

  <p>On today’s show, Staci welcomes Tim Kirk, author of the brand‑new “what if?” novel All His Damned Mother’s Sons. This gripping alternate history dares to imagine a world where Elvis Presley died during his time in the German army—and launches readers on a high‑octane ride from 1959 to 1973, where fateful roads lead toward a deadly collision. Beyond his novel, Tim is also the producer of two unforgettable documentaries—Room 237, a deep dive into The Shining, and Nightmare, the chilling exploration of sleep paralysis. Don’t miss this episode, packed with eerie twists, cultural insights, and rock‑and‑roll myst

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