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Rock & Roll High School is an interview series that tells the story of contemporary music one artist at a time - in their own words.
Hosted by Pete Ganbarg
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About Pete:
Pete Ganbarg has been doing major label A&R for over 35 years. He's a 2X Grammy award winning record producer as well as a member of the board of directors of the Songwriters ... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 109 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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Howard Jones helped define the sound of the 1980s by proving that synthesizers could be every bit as expressive and emotionally resonant as guitars or pianos.
Classically trained as a pianist before embracing the emerging world of electronic music, ... more
Colin Hay is one of those rare artists whose career has unfolded in two remarkable acts.
As the lead singer, guitarist, and principal songwriter of Men at Work, Hay helped create some of the defining songs of the early MTV era, including "Who Can It... more
This week on Rock & Roll High School, we're joined by rock & roll pioneer Gary U.S. Bonds.
Long before the British Invasion, Gary U.S. Bonds was one of the defining voices of early rock & roll. Bursting onto the charts with classics like "New Orlean... more
Legendary guitarist, producer, author, music historian, and cultural curator Lenny Kaye joins us this week on Rock & Roll High School.
For more than five decades, Lenny has occupied a singular place in popular music. As the longtime guitarist and cl... more
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This show is vital for the love of music, as well as for archival purposes. I’ve learned so much about the people who wrote and recorded the greatest music of the past 75 years. Thank you Pete Ganbarg! (Tommy James, one of the best guests on this podcast, performed an hour away from where I live yesterday!)
I am so lucky to have come across this AMAZING podcast! I am so enjoying “my” music! Thank you Pete Ganbarg
Best, Toni NYC
So entertaining and informative, the best guests……. all legends!
Can’t remember how I stumbled upon this podcast but finished the interview with Jorma Kaukonen, my favorite guitarist. Excellent!!!!
I love this podcast. It’s light, breezy and conversational but it’s not fluff. I learn something new every episode- especially loved the Debbie Gibson episode- have mad respect for a (then) teen female singer-songwriter who owns her own music! The production is seamless and the stories are wonderful. 5 stars!
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A spirited interview series that centers on music history, artist journeys, and behind-the-scenes stories from influential figures in rock, folk, and pop. Episodes commonly feature first-hand career retrospectives, the creative and business choices that shaped classic records, touring anecdotes, and evolving scenes from the 1960s to today. A standout trait is the host's focus on storytelling, intimate career milestones, and long-form conversations that connect artists' pasts to today's music landscape. This show is especially compelling for listeners who want candid insights into songwriting, production, band dynamics, and the changing music industry through personal anecdotes from legendary musicians.
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Recent guests on this podcast include:
1. Gary U.S. Bonds
2. Lenny Kaye
3. Clive Davis
4. Vernon Reid
5. Judy Collins
6. Bobby Colomby
7. Jonathan Cain
8. Patrick Simmons
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