
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.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 211 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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In 1994, Stone Temple Pilots hit #1 with Purple, but behind the scenes, the band was fracturing. In this episode of Behind The Song, Janda breaks down the STP classic "Vasoline." It’s the story of a band at their creative peak, even as their frontman... more
Why did Aerosmith’s "You See Me Crying" never top the charts? How did a musical genius like Lowell George of Little Feat miss out on a solo smash? Janda is joined by WDRV Brand & Content Director Keith Hastings (her boss!) for a deep dive into the "s... more
In the new episode of the Behind The Song podcast, Janda sits down for a no-filter conversation with musicologist Christian James Hand to break down the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame class of 2026. The duo dive into the singular career of Phil Collins, ... more
In the early 1980s, David Bowie was an artist’s artist, but he wasn’t yet a blockbuster hitmaker in America. Fresh off the experimental depths of his Berlin Trilogy, Bowie decided it was time to step out of the shadows and onto the dance floor. In th... more
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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.
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.
8 minute podcast with three commercial breaks stretching over 3 minutes.
Loving this podcast but was curious? Why isnt the song that was being discussed for 8 minutes played as the outro?
LOVE the episodes. The research and stories are really interesting. please cover more women. There are so few episodes about the amazing musical women.
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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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