Rock in Retrospect
“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, 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!
- Update frequency
- every 8 days
- Average duration
- 83 minutes
- Episodes
- 126
- Years Active
- 2021 - 2025
Jane's Addiction
Eric Layton (E-Rockracy and Hall Watchers) comes on the show to discuss the career and impact of alternative rock legends Jane's Addiction. Topics discussed include the members' traumatic childhoods,…
The Smiths
Friend and music fan Darren Hines joins Nick as they discuss the iconic 80s British rock band The Smiths. They talked about several topics including our ongoing Rock Hall Reconsidered Project, the Si…
Judee Sill
Josh Fitzgerald (Movies That Rock: The Podcast) joins Nick as they discuss the life and career of singer-songwriter Judee Sill, a beautiful soul who left this world far too soon. She was famously the…
Peter, Paul and Mary
Nick and special guest Dr. Mark Lempke (The Also-Rans) discuss the musical and cultural significance of the 60s folk trio Peter, Paul and Mary. When they formed in 1961, it didn’t take long for them …
Duran Duran
Nick and guest Jon Lamoreaux (The Hustle Podcast) dissect the musical legacy of new wave icons Duran Duran. Taking full advantage of the music video medium in the early 1980s, Duran Duran quickly bec…
Millie Jackson
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 mus…