Behind The Song
The Drive | Hubbard RadioDig into the lyrics of classic rock songs and the storytellers that created them in "Behind The Song," a podcast of essays by The Drive's 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 | 164 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | MusicArts | |||
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In this episode of the Behind The song podcast, Janda unpacks Nirvana's “Smells Like Teen Spirit,” the song that defined an entire generation. From the enigmatic lyrics to the raw energy that served as an antidote to the excess of the 80’s, get into ... more
In this bonus episode of the Behind The Song podcast, listen in as Janda and producer Christian chat about some of this year's Rock and Roll Hall of Fame most deserving honorees, including Warren Zevon, Nicky Hopkins, and Bad Company.
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In the new bonus episode of the Behind The Song podcast, Janda and Christian come back for round three of their chat about classic rock guitar solos. This time around, the conversation centers around Joe Walsh, Mike Campbell and Mick Ronson and three... more
In this episode of the Behind The Song podcast, Janda dives into “Just What I Needed,” the first hit single released from The Cars’ self-titled debut. A song that proves even the catchiest little tunes can actually be very complex, expressing a fee... more
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- 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 Podcasts3Skye Quartermane
United Statesa month ago - My music history!
Janda digs into all of the music I grew up listening to, and in many cases played through many years of being in different “Bar Bands!”
Each episode takes me back in time when rock radio was King, and MTV established the look and sound which all of us “Working Musicians” styled our set lists.
This show is Definitely the best and most thorough breakdown of the music we all sang to and loved so much!
Apple Podcasts5Spandex Stage RatUnited Statesa month ago - Amazing Info
Thanks for the insight into some of my favorite music. When you reviewed Don’t Come Round Here No More, I thought of two all-time favorites of mine, Queen and Blondie, who had huge hits with uncharacteristic songs, Another One Bites The Dust and Rapture, with obvious funk and early rap influences. Keep the great work coming!
Apple Podcasts5StratPlayerUnited Statesa month ago - Thanks, Janda
Back stories, drama, and new Intel is everything you’ll find in this podcast. Janda and Christian do a great job giving us bites of information that we can think about the songs we love from our past in a new and different way! Thanks guys!
Apple Podcasts5KShurtUnited Statesa month ago - Great podcast
Enjoy every episode. Keep’em coming.
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Apple Podcasts | #106 | United States/Music |
Apple Podcasts | #88 |  Australia/Music |
Apple Podcasts | #105 |  New Zealand/Music |
Apple Podcasts | #123 |  Norway/Music |
Apple Podcasts | #132 |  Israel/Music |
Apple Podcasts | #222 |  Denmark/Music |
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Exploring the rich narratives behind classic rock songs, a uniquely engaging format allows listeners to connect with the history and meaning of iconic tracks. Each episode examines the stories, artists, and cultural impacts behind these songs, often uncovering lesser-known facts about renowned musicians and their creative processes. With a focus on the lyrical content, guests occasionally share their perspectives, enriching the listener's experience by diving deeper into the musical legacies of beloved classics. This podcast is particularly appealing to fans of classic rock who are interested in the personal and historical context that shaped the music they love, making each episode a blend of nostalgia and discovery.
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Behind The Song launched 7 years ago and published 164 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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