Rock history with a Gen Z perspective – The Downbeat is a weekly deep dive into the hot topics of rock and roll. From guitar heroes to hit albums to underground movements, each episode covers a topic surrounding the prominence of the genre and its impact on culture both past and present. Wednesdays at 4 pm with host Megan Fulsom!
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The Downbeat Ep. 6 – Adele
Dec 1, 2021 • 00:42:06
In music today, the name on everybody’s lips is Adele. Returning to the global stage after 6 years, Adele recently released her fourth studio album, 30. This week, Megan discusses […]
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The Downbeat Ep. 5 – Rock & Roll Rebels
Nov 17, 2021 • 00:44:42
Rock & Roll was born out of the youthful desire to rebel against the society built by generations past. This week, Megan highlights some of the most important figures in […]
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The Downbeat Ep. 4 – Women in Rock
Oct 27, 2021 • 00:46:13
From the first punk single to charitable organizations, women in rock music have accomplished a lot. This week, Megan covers a plethora of female-identifying artists who made great strides in […]
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The Downbeat Ep. 3 – How David Bowie Made a Career Out of Being Someone Else
Oct 20, 2021 • 00:39:31
Over the span of his 59-year career, David Bowie never shied away from experimentation. This week, Megan continues her exploration of Bowie’s career and analyzes how through constant reinvention, he […]
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The Downbeat Ep. 2 – How David Bowie Made a Career Out of Being Someone Else
Oct 6, 2021 • 00:41:11
Over his 59-year career, David Bowie has donned many faces other than his own. This week, Megan dives deep into Bowie’s career and analyzes how through the power of persona, […]
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The Downbeat Ep.1 – The Death & Legacy of Kurt Cobain
Sep 29, 2021 • 0:00:00
From underground grunge rocker to pop culture icon, the career of Kurt Cobain was short-lived – but immeasurably influential. In this episode, Megan gets into the events leading up to […]
