Andy Greene

Andy Greene, a music biopic contributor, joins the conversation about the recent success of 'A Complete Unknown' featuring Timothée Chalamet as Bob Dylan. The talk navigates the challenges of capturing iconic stories while appealing to new generations. Greene explores upcoming biopics like those about Bruce Springsteen and the Beatles, discussing the artistic choices filmmakers face. The significance of authenticity, commercial viability, and the potential for biopics on artists like Fleetwood Mac and Prince are also examined, highlighting the mythologization of music legends.

Music journalist Angie Martoccio and Rolling Stone magazine editor Andy Greene join host Brian Hiatt to discuss the recent releases by The Beatles and The Rolling Stones. They explore topics such as the excitement of new album releases, remixing old recordings, CGI in music videos, the surprise release of a new album, and the ongoing popularity comparison between The Rolling Stones and The Beatles.

Join Angie Martoccio, a savvy music journalist, David Browne, an insightful rock critic, Andy Greene from Rolling Stone, and music historian Simon Vozick-Levinson as they celebrate Bob Dylan’s 80th birthday. They delve into the legacy of Dylan’s songwriting, the enduring power of covers like those by Guns N' Roses and Adele, and how his music inspires endless reinterpretation. Discover anecdotes and reflections on Dylan's emotional performances and his complex relationships with fellow musicians that shaped American music.