How James Gunn Turned a Mixtape Into a Blockbuster: The Guardians of the Galaxy Soundtrack

How James Gunn Turned a Mixtape Into a Blockbuster: The Guardians of the Galaxy Soundtrack

Nova and Dorian explore how James Gunn's music choices helped make Guardians of the Galaxy a cultural phenomenon while introducing classic rock to a new generation This week on Rockers to Doctors, Nova Starwick and Dorian Prescott continue their series exploring the music of James Gunn. The discussion begins with Gunn's own history as a musician before tracing how his lifelong love of rock shaped the Guardians of the Galaxy films. Along the way, Nova and Dorian examine the stories behind Cherry Bomb by The Runaways, Rainbow's Since You Been Gone, Heart's Crazy on You, Redbone's Come and Get Your Love, Ain't No Mountain High Enough, and Earth, Wind & Fire's Reasons. The episode also looks at how Gunn uses music during filming, why soundtrack choices became emotional storytelling tools, and whether appearing in Guardians of the Galaxy actually boosted streaming numbers, sales, and new fans for legacy artists decades after their original releases. Whether you're a Marvel fan, a classic rock fan, or simply fascinated by the relationship between film and music, this episode explores one of the most influential movie soundtracks of the last decade.

Metallica ReLoad Returns, AI Song Labels, Mötley Crüe Deep Cuts & Sabbath's Official Book

Nova and Dorian recap the week's biggest rock headlines, including AI music labeling, Metallica's ReLoad chart return, Mötley Crüe setlist surprises, Green Day, U2, Black Sabbath, Def Leppard, and more. This week on Shot of Rock News: Last Call, Nova and Dorian break down the biggest rock and metal headlines for the week ending July 11, 2026. Stories include major music organizations introducing a new system for tagging AI-generated and AI-assisted songs, Metallica's ReLoad returning to the Billboard charts after its remastered reissue, and Mötley Crüe bringing back long-absent songs at its first 2026 concert. Also covered this week: When We Rocked, a new documentary about the Philadelphia rock scene; Yungblud withdrawing from Cowboys Music Festival; Jack White inviting Twin Temple to open for him after the band was removed from another tour; Anthrax releasing "The Edge of Perfection"; and Def Leppard talking about its next album. Plus: the first-ever official Black Sabbath book is coming in October, Sebastian Bach covers Ozzy Osbourne and Twisted Sister at the ABATE of Iowa Freedom Rally, Green Day releases "I'm Never Gonna R.I.P.," U2 shares the "Street Of Dreams" video, Jon Bon Jovi gets a hologram selfie experience at Madison Square Garden, Deep Purple says it has no intention of stopping, and Alex Skolnick releases a new jazz-rock guitar improvisation book. Fast, factual, and built for rock fans who want the week's biggest headlines in one place. Story pool came from the week ending July 11, 2026. That's your shot of rock news. Subscribe to stay current.

Bon Jovi Is Back, Rush Finds Its Drummer & Van Halen Opens the Vault - June Recap

Nova and Dorian cover the biggest rock headlines from June, including Bon Jovi's return, Rush's new drummer, Ozzy tributes, and Van Halen's unreleased music. This month's Rockers to Doctors news roundup features some of the biggest developments in classic rock and heavy metal. Nova Starwick and Dorian Prescott discuss Bon Jovi's return to touring following John's vocal recovery, Rush's first shows with drummer Anika Nilles, Alex Van Halen's search for a vocalist to complete unreleased Eddie Van Halen recordings, and Ozzy Osbourne's new monument at Hellfest. The episode also covers KK Downing's latest comments on Judas Priest, Deep Purple's new album, Sebastian Bach fronting Twisted Sister, Sabaton's expanding tour schedule, L.A. Guns' new live release, and the launch of Metal Moves with Molly, a fitness program built around rock and metal music. If you want one episode that catches you up on the biggest stories in rock from the past month, this is it.

Ozzy Tributes, Rush Returns, Van Halen Vault Music & Bon Jovi's Comeback

Nova and Dorian cover the week's biggest rock headlines, including Ozzy honors, Rush's return to the stage, Eddie Van Halen vault recordings, Bon Jovi's vocal recovery, and new music from major rock names. This week on Shot of Rock News: Last Call, Nova and Dorian break down the biggest rock and metal headlines for the week ending July 3. Stories include a massive Ozzy Osbourne statue unveiled at Hellfest, Ozzy's iconic throne going on display in Birmingham, K.K. Downing addressing whether a Judas Priest reunion could still happen, and Rush playing its first Mexico City show on the Fifty Something tour with Anika Nilles behind the drums. Also covered this week: Jon Bon Jovi says he is fully recovered ahead of Bon Jovi's 2026 tour dates, the unreleased Eddie Van Halen vault album still needs a singer, Mike Portnoy praises Anika Nilles' first Rush show, Deep Purple releases "Diablo" featuring Keith Urban, and Sebastian Bach joins an all-star cover of Rainbow's "Man On The Silver Mountain." Plus: Sabaton announces a 21-date Swedish arena tour, Twisted Sister adds more 2026 shows with Sebastian Bach on vocals, L.A. Guns releases an "Electric Gypsy" live video, Five Finger Death Punch announces its tenth album Legacy, and Moves With Molly brings a metal twist to fitness. Fast, factual, and built for rock fans who want the week's biggest headlines in one place. Story pool came from the week ending July 3 news file. That's your shot of rock news. Subscribe to stay current.

Are Rock Songs Really Cursed? Black Sabbath, Iron Maiden, Led Zeppelin & the Judas Priest Trial

Can a song become cursed? This week, Dorian dives into some of rock and metal's most infamous legends. From Black Sabbath's "Devil's Interval" to Iron Maiden's mysterious 666 producer story, Led Zeppelin's backmasking controversy, the Judas Priest courtroom battle over alleged subliminal messages, Slayer's deliberate embrace of controversy, and the tragic legacy of Gloomy Sunday, this episode examines where documented history ends and enduring myth begins. Drawing on both music history and psychology, Dorian explores why these stories continue to fascinate audiences decades later and why music may influence us in ways we still don't fully understand. Visit us at: https://rockerstodoctors.com [https://rockerstodoctors.com] Available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, Pandora, TikTok, and Instagram. Hashtags: #BlackSabbath #IronMaiden #LedZeppelin #JudasPriest #HeavyMetal