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December 3, 2025
Derek Shulman: Gentle Giant Leader, Record Exec Who Launched Bon Jovi & Re-Booted AC/DC [Episode 339]
Booked On Rock with Eric SenichAbout this episode
Derek Shulman went from leading progressive rock pioneers Gentle Giant to signing major acts like Bon Jovi, Dream Theater, and Pantera. He later orchestrated the comebacks of AC/DC and Bad Company in the 90s. He's got those stories and more! Purchase a copy of Giant Steps: My Improbable Journey From Stage Lights To Executive Heights Visit GentleGiant.com 15% OFF Any Purchase At Old Glory For Booked On Rock Listeners! — Over 300,000 officially licensed items. Featuring legendary music artists like Bob Marley, The Beatles, Grateful Dead, and more. Use the code "BOOKEDONROCK" or hit this link: https://oldglory.com/discount/BOOKEDONROCK ---------- Booked On Rock is part of The Boneless Podcasting Network BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich: BLUESKY FACEBOOK INSTAGRAM TIKTOK X Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe