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Behind The Song: Classic Rock Chronicles

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Dig into the history of classic rock songs and the storytellers that created them in "Behind The Song," a podcast by Janda Lane. Hear what was happening behind the scenes while some of the most iconic songs in rock history were being written.

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Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs is one of the best one-and-done albums by any classic rock group, but the cost of making it was staggeringly high.

In this episode of the Behind The Song podcast, Janda digs into "The Curse" of Derek and the Domi... more

In the new episode of the Behind The Song podcast, Janda digs into the life of the "Architect of Irish Rock," Rory Gallagher.

From his roots in 1960s Cork to the legendary moment he turned down The Rolling Stones to do his own thing, Rory was the u... more

Before he was a solo superstar and a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame nominee, Billy Idol was a punk rocker at a crossroads in his career. In this episode of Behind The Song, Janda tells the story of how "White Wedding" helped break him into his icon era. ... more

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On the new episode of The Behind the Song Podcast, Janda is joined by Oscar-winning director Morgan Neville to talk about his new documentary, Man on the Run. Listen to hear how Neville accessed Paul McCartney’s massive personal archive to weave the ... more

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Morgan Neville
Filmmaker who directed Man on the Run
Director, Man on the Run
Episode: The Archive Of A Lifetime: Man On The Run director Morgan Neville on Paul McCartney
Brian Anderson
Author of Loud and Clear: The Grateful Dead's Wall of Sound and The Quest for Audio Perfection
Episode: Getting Loud And Clear About The Grateful Dead’s Wall Of Sound with Author Brian Anderson
Anika Nilles
Musician and drummer known for her precise drumming style.
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Episode: Who Is Anika Nilles?
Keith Hastings
Program director at the Drive in Chicago
The Drive
Episode: Desert Island Songs
Al Pitrelli
Longtime lead guitarist and musical director of Trans-Siberian Orchestra
Trans-Siberian Orchestra
Episode: Trans-Siberian Orchestra: Rockin’ The Holidays with Al Pitrelli

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Janda Lane
Host focused on exploring the history and storytelling behind classic rock songs, known for thorough research and engaging narration.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 625 ratings
  • Soundtracks

    Loved this episode. One of the most underrated soundtracks is Xanadu. Between Jeff Lynne and John Farrar, there is an amazing variety of music that makes an otherwise cheesy movie so much more memorable.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    StratPlayer
    United States4 months ago
  • Love the podcast!

    Janda has a real gift for telling a story and her voice is money!!!

    I recently listened to the episode about Sandy Denny. It reminded me when the band GET THE LED OUT featured the vocals of the late Diana DeSantis during their live acoustics performances of The Battle of Evermore. Check it out on YouTube. Search for GTLO Red Rocks Battle of Evermore.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    davegrz
    United States6 months ago
  • 1/2 commercials

    8 minute podcast with three commercial breaks stretching over 3 minutes.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    BeppoV
    United States6 months ago
  • Behind The Song: Wheres the song?

    Loving this podcast but was curious? Why isnt the song that was being discussed for 8 minutes played as the outro?

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Punch LeBecq
    United States7 months ago
  • More Women Artists Please

    LOVE the episodes. The research and stories are really interesting. please cover more women. There are so few episodes about the amazing musical women.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Skye Quartermane
    United Statesa year ago

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Some listeners wish for more music snippets or longer episodes, but overall the reception highlights strong knowledge and passion for classic rock.
The show is appreciated for its informative, well-structured episodes and engaging narrative.
Listeners praise the host's thorough research and storytelling ability, with many noting the show's deep dives into lyrics and historical context.

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#18
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#134
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#11
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#95
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#125
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#26
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The Kinks! A conversation with the cast of the Sunny Afternoon musical
Q: What was the impact of being banned from touring in the US?
It led to a creative shift for Ray as he started writing about British life instead, allowing for deeper and more versatile songwriting.
The Kinks! A conversation with the cast of the Sunny Afternoon musical
Q: When you first got the call and then you got the gig, how did you step into this whole production?
Both Danny and Oliver were Kinks fans prior to their involvement, and they felt pleasantly surprised by the script's accurate depiction of the band's chaotic story.
Trans-Siberian Orchestra: Rockin’ The Holidays with Al Pitrelli
Q: How do you manage all of these different personalities of truly talented people, getting all this stuff together?
Pitrelli compares managing the group to parenting; he learned to communicate differently based on the individual personalities and backgrounds of the musicians.
Trans-Siberian Orchestra: Rockin’ The Holidays with Al Pitrelli
Q: So I was wondering if maybe you could take us through how that got started?
Pitrelli explains that he first met Paul O'Neill in 1985 and that the initial conception of TSO was a powerful idea to mix Christmas music with rock and classical elements, beginning in 1995.

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This show dives into the stories behind classic rock songs, pairing deep-dive analysis of lyric meaning, production choices, and cultural context with engaging narrative storytelling. Episodes frequently connect a track to its era, the artists' journeys, and the broader music industry, shedding light on how hits were crafted and why they endure. A standout trait is the host's focus on backstage details, archival material, and the human narratives around legendary songs, which helps listeners connect familiar music to its historical moments. The format tends to be concise, research-driven, and accessible to both long-time rock fans and casual listeners seeking richer context around well-known tracks.

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