
“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 stimulatin... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 171 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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Scott Kummer (co-host of I've Got That On Vinyl) returns to join Nick to discuss his podcast and his ongoing Project My Top 10 series.
The first half of the episode covers IGTOV's origins, format, and a rundown of the current rankings. The second ha... more
Mike (Retro Rock Roundup) and Tony return to discuss their thoughts on the 2025 biopic Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere, which explores Bruce Springsteen’s personal and professional struggles during the making of his 1982 album Nebraska.
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Prolific country music writer Barry Mazor joins Nick to talk about his recent book Blood Harmony: The Everly Brothers Story. The book has been widely praised as the definitive biopgraphy about the iconic musical duo and it's definitely one of the bes... more
Greg returns to the show to discuss the career and legacy of the iconic rock band Smashing Pumpkins. We discuss their history, success, their catalog, and why they deserve to be in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
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I enjoy this podcast. It’s fun, well done, and provides entertainment and information about some of the best music out there. Keep up the good work!
I’ve recently discovered this podcast via another fantastic one: Permanent Record Podcast. I’m glad I gave this a listen. It’s very well done with nice insights on music I love, well-produced and timed. I’ve got many shows I’m looking forward to hearing (especially the Halloween playlist one as the holiday is coming up). Thanks for a quality production!
Love the positive energy Nick brings to every episode of his podcast. Keep it up!
Title says it all
This is a fantastic show. If you want to know about music, look no further. Great, great stuff!!!
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A conversational show centered on music history, artist legacies, and the Rock Hall ecosystem, often featuring in-depth looks at individual artists, albums, and eras, plus occasional episodes about awards shows and music institutions. The host and guests blend archival insight, personal memory, and industry context, with a notable emphasis on detailed breakdowns, fan perspectives, and candid opinions about who belongs in the Rock Hall and how inductions unfold. A standout trait is the mix of scholarly analysis with warm, humorous storytelling and a strong focus on culture, fandom, and the politics surrounding recognition in rock and pop music.
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Rock in Retrospect launched 5 years ago and published 171 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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Recent guests on Rock in Retrospect include:
1. Mike Wiles
2. Barry Mazor
3. Ed Baggs
4. Martin Popoff
5. Scott Kummer
6. Jon Lammerow
7. Jay Ray
8. Sir Daniel
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