Rock in Retrospect
Nick Bambach
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“Rock in Retrospect” focuses on the lives, careers and legacies of artists who made a significant impact on the music industry. Host Nick Bambach invites a guest to discuss their favorite artists and why they matter. We also occasionally create episodes focusing on awards shows and music-related institutions such as the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, the Oscars, the Kennedy Center Honors and the Grammys. If you enjoy stimulating and often-humorous discussions about music history in a laid-back environment, then this is the podcast for you!
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Cake
Rock in Retrospect
11/23/21 • 70 min
Comedian and writer Murray Valeriano (host of For What It's Worth) comes on the show to discuss the 90s alternative rock band Cake. Topics discussed include the band's many musical influences, their cover of Gloria Gaynor's classic "I Will Survive" and their zany music videos. You should go the distance and check out this hilariously insightful episode!
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Movie Talk: Gaga Chromatica Ball
Rock in Retrospect
07/27/24 • 70 min
Returning guests Kailyn Champlin, Peter Waters and Sam Ratner join Nick to discuss the recent concert film Gaga Chromatica Ball (2024) starring the one and only Lady Gaga. We share how we became fans of her music, our thoughts on the film, and choose our favorite songs from her catalog. A really fun episode that was just born this way!
Millie Jackson
Rock in Retrospect
07/08/21 • 112 min
Let’s get caught up in all things Millie Jackson on this special debut episode of Rock in Retrospect . Nick and guest Mary Layton (Hall Watchers) discuss Jackson's life, career and impact on the music industry. Often hailed as the mother of rap, Jackson’s raspy spoken-word vocals and sexually charged lyrics made her one of R&B’s most consistently popular stars. She may not be a household name, but Jackson is an undeniably talented and supremely influential legend who deserves more of our attention. To quote Mary, let’s hope there is a “Millie Revolution” on the horizon.
Interview with Christy Alexander Hallberg (Searching for Jimmy Page)
Rock in Retrospect
06/15/22 • 59 min
Christy Alexander Hallberg recently published her novel Searching for Jimmy Page and we asked her to come on to discuss her book. She talked to us about her literary influences, favorite music memories and her writing process. We also have an in-depth discussion of some of the major characters and themes in Searching for Jimmy Page. If you haven't read it yet, it's a spectacular debut novel and we can't wait to read more of Christy's work in the near future.
You can buy a copy of Christy's book on her website which includes links to major retailers such as Amazon, Barnes & Noble and Indiebound.
Nirvana
Rock in Retrospect
10/27/21 • 88 min
Joe Kwaczala (Who Cares About the Rock Hall?) comes on the show to discuss his all-time favorite band Nirvana. Topics discussed include their legendary MTV Unplugged performance, the ongoing Marc Jacobs lawsuit and their 2014 induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Come as you are and listen to this terrific conversation about the most legendary rock band of the last 30 years.
Toto
Rock in Retrospect
10/13/21 • 82 min
Wes Gabrielsen, an educator and friend who teaches a rock music history course, comes on the show to discuss classic rock hitmakers Toto. Topics discussed include the members' extensive work as session musicians, their long-standing feud with Rolling Stone magazine and Weezer's recent cover of the legendary song "Africa." Hold the line...this episode's on-time and waiting to be heard!
Movie Talk: The Greatest Night in Pop
Rock in Retrospect
06/01/24 • 65 min
The Douche Caravan returns with Jon Lamoreaux (The Hustle), Patrick Dupuis (The EETF Podcast) and Michael Bagford coming on to discuss Bao Nguyen's Netflix documentary The Greatest Night in Pop (2024). The film tells the story of the charity single "We Are the World" spearheaded by Quincy Jones, Michael Jackson and Lionel Richie in 1985. They assembled a once-in-a-lifetime lineup of the biggest musical stars for the recording that included Bob Dylan, Stevie Wonder, Diana Ross, Bruce Springsteen, Cyndi Lauper among others.
Kate Bush
Rock in Retrospect
04/29/22 • 101 min
Josh Fitzgerald (Movies That Rock: The Podcast), Lisa Solak and John Mutford all return to the show to discuss the life and career of Kate Bush, one of the most important and influential artists of the last half-century. Topics discussed include Pink Floyd's David Gilmour "discovering" her while she was still a teenager, her unique approach to songwriting, her groundbreaking music videos and her current Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nomination. You will be "wowed" after listening to this insightful and often hilarious episode.
Movie Talk: Let It Be
Rock in Retrospect
06/14/24 • 65 min
Patrick Dupuis (EETF Podcast), Hector Contreras and Kyle Hildreth join me to discuss the Beatles documentary Let It Be (1970). Long unavailable to the general public for many years, the film is now streaming on Disney+.
The Spinners
Rock in Retrospect
09/29/21 • 111 min
Critic and friend Tom Lane (Tom Lane's Music Blog) comes on the show to discuss the career and legacy of Philly Soul legends The Spinners. Topics discussed include their earliest struggles working at Motown, relationship with legendary producer Thom Bell, songs featured in famous movies and their absence from the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. It'd be a shame if you didn't listen to this fantastic episode!
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FAQ
How many episodes does Rock in Retrospect have?
Rock in Retrospect currently has 87 episodes available.
What topics does Rock in Retrospect cover?
The podcast is about Music, Music History, Podcasts and Music Interviews.
What is the most popular episode on Rock in Retrospect?
The episode title 'Cake' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Rock in Retrospect?
The average episode length on Rock in Retrospect is 89 minutes.
How often are episodes of Rock in Retrospect released?
Episodes of Rock in Retrospect are typically released every 12 days, 5 hours.
When was the first episode of Rock in Retrospect?
The first episode of Rock in Retrospect was released on Jul 8, 2021.
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