Episode 020 - Ivor Levene

Send us a textSlave, Dance pt 1, Can't You Hear Me Knocking It only takes three songs to get this conversation started. Join us for interviews with The Rolling Stones fanbase. Each guest picks their favourite Stones songs. Hear first hand accounts from those that witnessed the world's greatest rock and roll band, from 1962 to the present day.Find the data visualisation here - every song played at every live Rolling Stones show since 1970: https://public.tableau.com/app/profile/bob.drummond/viz/Room1009PodcastDataViz/Dashboard1Join the discussion on our Facebook page here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/699030862646261/Read Ivor's Rolling Stones article on Goldmine Magazine here: https://www.goldminemag.com/reviews/album-reviews/rolling-stones-hackney-diamonds-delivers-the-sparkle-fans-wanted-for-decades/In this engaging conversation, Ivor Levene, a contributing editor for Goldmine magazine, shares his unique journey as a Rolling Stones fan and photographer. He discusses his role at Goldmine, the evolution of the magazine, and his insights into the ticketing business and the inner workings of the Rolling Stones. Ivor recounts his epiphany moment at a concert that transformed him into a diehard fan, his experiences with concert photography, and the significance of the Fonda Theatre show. The conversation also touches on the ownership of the Rolling Stones and their connection with fans, culminating in a discussion about favorite songs and albums. In this engaging conversation, Bob Drummond and Ivor delve into the dynamics of the Rolling Stones' relationship with AEG, the impact of Michael Cohl on the concert business, and the challenges of ticketing in the live music industry. They reflect on memorable performances, the departure of Lisa Fisher, and the latest album 'Hackney Diamonds'. The discussion also touches on the setlist dilemmas faced by diehard fans and the personal impact of the Rolling Stones on Ivor's life.Chapters00:00 The Role of a Contributing Editor10:10 Ivor's Journey to Becoming a Stones Fan14:05 The Journey to Epiphany20:24 The Fonda Theatre Experience24:30 The Story Behind the Stones29:12 The Power of Live Music37:04 Binge Listening to the Stones39:36 Favorite Albums and Tracks40:24 The Rolling Stones: Last Great Album or Mediocrity?42:36 Ivor's Journey Back to Photography51:08 The Impact of AEG on The Rolling Stones01:04:01 Michael Cohl's Influence on the Music Industry01:07:09 The Ticketing Controversy in Live Music01:12:01 The Apprenticeship of Musicians01:12:45 Musical Influences and Personal Connections01:13:50 Exploring 'Can't You Hear Me Knocking'01:15:40 The Layers of Musical Composition01:17:04 Bobby Keys and His Legacy01:19:14 The Professionalism of The Rolling Stones01:21:26 The Magic of Studio Jams01:22:39 Mick Jagger's Performance Energy01:24:01 Reflections on a Music Career01:26:02 The Rolling Stones' Live Performances01:27:57 Thoughts on 'Hackney Diamonds' Album01:29:11 Wishes for the Rolling Stones' Setlists01:35:46 Personal Connections with The Rolling Stones It only takes three Stones songs to get this conversation started. Get in touch if you want to be on a future show.