
“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 | 159 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | MusicMusic InterviewsMusic History | |||

Traci, who runs the Get Phil Voted In campaign to get Phil Collins inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame a second time as a solo artist, returns to discuss Brandon Toews' 2024 documentary Phil Collins: Drummer First. The entire movie is streamin... more
To celebrate INXS’ 2026 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nomination, Nick invited several members of the INXS fan base—Jim, Jon, and Shannon—to discuss Richard Lowenstein’s 2019 documentary Mystify: Michael Hutchence.
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Historian and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame voter Charles Hughes joins Nick to discuss the career and legacy of Oasis. They cover a range of topics, including the band’s status as Britpop legends, the massive success of their tour last year, and their cur... more
Richard and Jordan return to discuss all things Neil Diamond and the 2025 biopic Song Sung Blue starring Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson.
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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!!!
Awesome podcast . Nick is a great interveiwer.
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Music-history conversations centered on artists who shaped rock and pop culture, with deep dives into careers, legacy, and the institutions that shape the genre. Episodes blend lively host-to-guest dialogue, archival anecdotes, and thoughtful takes on landmark artists, documentaries, and hall-of-fame moments, often tying music history to activism, representation, and fan culture. A standout is the mix of returning guests, authors, and musicians who bring personal experiences and sharp analysis, making it appealing to listeners who crave context, nuance, and passionate advocacy around influential artists.
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Rock in Retrospect launched 5 years ago and published 159 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. Mark Lempke
2. Daniel Bukszpan
3. Cliff O'Neill
4. Helen Galarza
5. Peter Waters
6. Darren Hines
7. Miguel Gálvez
8. Carlos Alomar
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