Episode Overview

Podcast: Holmberg's Morning Sickness – Arizona
Episode Title: Rock Wars – Song We Want To Be Redone And Reimagined By AI
Date: October 8, 2025

In this episode, the crew of Holmberg’s Morning Sickness dives into a special "Rock Wars" challenge: each host must choose a well-known rock song and use AI to remake it in a completely different genre. Inspired by the viral trend of AI-generated song covers, they see who can spin up the most surprising, entertaining, or even superior version. Throughout, the hosts riff about the possibilities and hilarity of AI in music, sharing real examples and their own DIY song transformations.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Celebrating Fitz’s Charity Success

• At the start, John Holmberg praises Fitz (from "the Fitz in the Afternoon Show") for single-handedly raising $10,401.22 for Phoenix Children’s Hospital.

[02:16, John Holmberg]: “Congratulations to our guy Fitz for just doing that... It motivates us to do our own thing as well.”

• Sets an altruistic and community-focused tone before jumping into the episode’s main theme.

2. Introducing the AI Rock Wars Challenge

• Holmberg throws down the gauntlet for this episode’s Rock Wars:

[03:31, Holmberg]: “…a rock song that we want to be done by AI as a soul song or in any other genre but rock.”

• The hosts reminisce about previous AI song experiments – like “Soul Zombie” (a soulful take on Rob Zombie’s "Dragula") and “Black Hole Sun” as a pop track.
• Prompt to listeners: Submit ideas for rock songs to be AI-remixed.

[05:07, Holmberg]: “If you want to help out and throw a song our direction… email or text…”

3. Lively Banter on AI Song Transformation Potential

• Jokes and exchanges on the absurdity, brilliance, and sometimes problematic humor facilitated by AI song and meme culture.
• Memorable moment: Brett chuckles about AI Olympics memes, showing the show’s irreverent, slightly edgy humor.

[06:25, Holmberg]: “AIs mean. But I can't stop giggling at it.”

4. Explaining the Rules and the Process

• Each host chooses a rock song and a new genre; AI tools remix the song accordingly (soul, blues, etc.).
• Main constraint: Can’t re-use AI covers already featured on the show.
• Real-time demonstration: Hosts queue up their results for an on-air showdown.

5. The Main Event: Showdown of AI Song Remixes

Brett goes first:

• His pick: Straight Outta Compton (originally by NWA), transformed by AI into a soul song.
• [08:19-09:10]: The hosts are shocked and delighted at how well rap translates into a soulful genre.

[09:10, Holmberg]: “There is no way my song is beating. You took a different angle.”

Holmberg’s entry:

• His pick: Psychosocial (originally by Slipknot), reimagined as a ‘60s blues rock track.
• Sample lyrics and music are played; hosts recognize and appreciate the transformation but agree it's outshined by Brett’s pick.

[10:39, Holmberg]: “I kind of dig it…But it pales in comparison.”

Bonus round:

• Brett also shares Still Counting (by Volbeat) re-styled in G-Funk/Rhythm & Blues flavor.
• Makes the hosts imagine a whole radio station of AI genre-swapped hits.

[11:56, Holmberg]: “Take anything and make it groovy, baby.”

6. Reactions & Reflections

• Holmberg immediately concedes victory to Brett for his creative approach and execution.
• Conversation turns to the broader possibilities (“Do Eminem, do Snoop!”) and how AI mashups could be endless fun.

[12:27, Holmberg]: “I want to hear Eminem. I want to hear Snoop. I want to hear all of it.”

• Lighthearted teasing: Holmberg and Brett joke about Brady struggling with tech, poking at the generational and tech-savvy differences in the show crew.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• [02:16, Holmberg] — “Congratulations to our guy Fitz for just doing that. And that was simply from him caring…”
• [03:31, Holmberg] — “A rock song that we want to be done by AI as a soul song or in any other genre but rock…”
• [09:10, Holmberg] — “There is no way my song is beating. You took a different angle. I knew you had. Damn it all.”
• [10:39, Holmberg] — “I kind of dig it. But… it pales in comparison. I didn't even think to go down those roads. You win today.”
• [12:27, Holmberg] — “I want to hear Eminem. I want to hear Snoop. I want to hear all of it.”
• [12:40, Holmberg] — “The only thing I think we missed out today was Brady struggling to figure out how any of this would have worked.”

Important Timestamps

• 02:16 — Fitz’s charity work for Phoenix Children’s Hospital
• 03:31 — The AI Rock Wars challenge explained
• 05:07 — Audience is invited to submit suggestions
• 08:19 — Brett’s AI-generated “Straight Outta Compton” soul version playthrough
• 09:46 — Holmberg’s “Psychosocial” blues rock version playthrough
• 11:32 — Bonus: G-Funk “Still Counting” by Volbeat AI remix
• 12:27 — Hosts brainstorm future AI remix ideas

Summary & Takeaways

This episode embodies the playful, experimental, and competitive spirit of Holmberg’s Morning Sickness. Using AI as a tool for musical creativity and comedy, the hosts explore how genre-transformation can give new life—and laughs—to beloved rock (and rap) classics. Brett’s left-field pick of “Straight Outta Compton” as a soul song is an instant hit, winning the day. The show underlines not only the entertainment value of AI in music but also the camaraderie and quick wit that has made Arizona’s #1 morning show such a hit with listeners.

Final Note:
Brett’s newfound mastery of AI music tools may make him the reigning Rock Wars champion, but it’s clear the possibilities—and the humor—are only expanding for what’s next on Holmberg’s Morning Sickness.