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Behind The Song: Classic Rock Chronicles

Gamut Podcast Network

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.

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00:13:10

Unpacking a Gen X anthem: Nirvana's “Smells Like Teen...

Behind The Song: Classic Rock Chronicles ·

2025/05/14

Dive in to Nirvana's "Smells Like Teen Spirit" in this episode of the Behind The Song podcast.

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00:21:25

Janda and Christian talk Rock and Roll Hall of Fame...

Behind The Song: Classic Rock Chronicles ·

2025/05/07

Janda and Christian discuss some of the honorees for the 2025 Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame inductions in this episode of the Behind The Song podcast.

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00:22:36

Janda and Christian talk notable guitar solos! (Part 3)

Behind The Song: Classic Rock Chronicles ·

2025/04/30

Listen in on part three of the conversation about notable classic rock guitar solos in this bonus episode of the Behind The Song podcast.

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00:09:08

As Long As It Was Deep: Unpacking “Just What I...

Behind The Song: Classic Rock Chronicles ·

2025/04/23

Dig in to the surprising complexity of "Just What I Needed" by The Cars in this episode of the Behind The Song podcast!

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00:19:25

The Kinks! A conversation with the cast of the Sunny...

Behind The Song: Classic Rock Chronicles ·

2025/04/16

Listen to Janda's conversation with the lead cast of Sunny Afternoon, a musical based on the music of The Kinks

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00:18:00

Janda and Christian talk about notable guitar solos!...

Behind The Song: Classic Rock Chronicles ·

2025/04/09

Listen in on how two very different guitar styles can so memorably serve a song in this bonus episode of the Behind The Song podcast.

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00:11:25

The curious tale of Tom Petty's "Don't Come Around...

Behind The Song: Classic Rock Chronicles ·

2025/04/03

Go down the musical rabbit hole on Tom Petty's "Don't Come Around Here No More" in this episode of the Behind The Song podcast.

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00:23:32

Janda and Christian talk guitar solos! (Part 1)

Behind The Song: Classic Rock Chronicles ·

2025/03/26

In the new bonus episode of the Behind The Song podcast, Janda and producer Christian Lane talk about notable guitar solos in classic rock. Listen in on this conversation about why some of the tastiest guitar solos are so memorable, and why this is an episode that has to have a part two!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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00:22:25

Get Joe Cocker in the Rock Hall: Janda chats with...

Behind The Song: Classic Rock Chronicles ·

2025/03/19

Joe Cocker is nominated for Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction in 2025, and in the latest episode of the Behind The Song podcast, Janda chats with Deric Dyer, Cocker's longtime music director and saxophonist. He shares his insights about Cocker, why he deserves induction, and why Paul McCartney felt compelled to write to the Rock Hall to help make it happen for Cocker this year - the whole reason that Janda and Dyer came together to talk about all this in the first place. Listen in on this great

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26:25

Get Joe Cocker in the Rock Hall: Janda chats with...

Behind The Song: Classic Rock Chronicles ·

2025/03/19

Joe Cocker is nominated for Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction in 2025, and in the latest episode of the Behind The Song podcast, Janda chats with Deric Dyer, Cocker's longtime music director and saxophonist. He shares his insights about Cocker, why he deserves induction, and why Paul McCartney felt compelled to write to the Rock Hall to help make it happen for Cocker this year - the whole reason that Janda and Dyer came together to talk about all this in the first place. Listen in on this great

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13:08

Elton John’s unexpected hit: “Bennie and the Jets”

Behind The Song: Classic Rock Chronicles ·

2025/03/12

In this episode of the Behind The Song podcast, join Janda as she digs into the unexpected success of Elton John's "Bennie and the Jets." Released in 1973 on the landmark album Goodbye Yellow Brick Road, this quirky tune tells the story of a fictional all-girl band, a response with lyrics written by Bernie Taupin to the glam-rock craze at the time. Discover how a happy accident—a misplaced piano chord—led to a unique “faked-live” sound for the entire recording, and how radio play in Detroit turned a

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00:09:08

Elton John’s unexpected hit: “Bennie and the Jets”

Behind The Song: Classic Rock Chronicles ·

2025/03/12

In this episode of the Behind The Song podcast, join Janda as she digs into the unexpected success of Elton John's "Bennie and the Jets." Released in 1973 on the landmark album Goodbye Yellow Brick Road, this quirky tune tells the story of a fictional all-girl band, a response with lyrics written by Bernie Taupin to the glam-rock craze at the time. Discover how a happy accident—a misplaced piano chord—led to a unique “faked-live” sound for the entire recording, and how radio play in Detroit turned a

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27:42

Janda and Christian on the Black Sabbath Reunion

Behind The Song: Classic Rock Chronicles ·

2025/03/05

It’s a heavy metal homecoming! In this bonus episode of the Behind The Song podcast, Janda and Christian talk about the “Back To The Beginning” Black Sabbath reunion concert taking place this summer in the band’s origin city of Birmingham, England. It’s a bittersweet event, considering Ozzy Osbourne’s health challenges, a goodbye to fans with the OG lineup of Sabbath getting together one last time - along with a packed lineup featuring Metallica, members of Guns ‘N Roses, and many more. Listen in as

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00:23:42

Janda and Christian on the Black Sabbath Reunion

Behind The Song: Classic Rock Chronicles ·

2025/03/05

It’s a heavy metal homecoming! In this bonus episode of the Behind The Song podcast, Janda and Christian talk about the “Back To The Beginning” Black Sabbath reunion concert taking place this summer in the band’s origin city of Birmingham, England. It’s a bittersweet event, considering Ozzy Osbourne’s health challenges, a goodbye to fans with the OG lineup of Sabbath getting together one last time - along with a packed lineup featuring Metallica, members of Guns ‘N Roses, and many more. Listen in as

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00:23:52

Janda and Christian talk Becoming Led Zeppelin

Behind The Song: Classic Rock Chronicles ·

2025/02/26

Becoming Led Zeppelin is not just a documentary; it’s a celebration of the famously private band’s legacy, carefully told by the band members themselves. Listen in as Janda and Christian talk about why this film is a must-watch in the new bonus episode of the Behind The Song podcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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27:52

Janda and Christian talk Becoming Led Zeppelin

Behind The Song: Classic Rock Chronicles ·

2025/02/26

Becoming Led Zeppelin is not just a documentary; it’s a celebration of the famously private band’s legacy, carefully told by the band members themselves. Listen in as Janda and Christian talk about why this film is a must-watch in the new bonus episode of the Behind The Song podcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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15:27

When Bowie turned to face the strange with “Changes”

Behind The Song: Classic Rock Chronicles ·

2025/02/19

It took David Bowie until his 4th album to find his footing as an artist. Hunky Dory, released in 1971, is a collection of songs written after he realized that he wasn’t really one thing or another when it came to musical styles. Certainly not a folk musician, which is what he was pigeonholed as up to that point. In many ways, this is where rock’s greatest chameleon began to evolve. It took his first trip to America to change the way he approached his songwriting, and when he returned home to

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00:11:27

When Bowie turned to face the strange with “Changes”

Behind The Song: Classic Rock Chronicles ·

2025/02/19

It took David Bowie until his 4th album to find his footing as an artist. Hunky Dory, released in 1971, is a collection of songs written after he realized that he wasn’t really one thing or another when it came to musical styles. Certainly not a folk musician, which is what he was pigeonholed as up to that point. In many ways, this is where rock’s greatest chameleon began to evolve. It took his first trip to America to change the way he approached his songwriting, and when he returned home to

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00:26:56

Janda and Christian's Top Classic Rock Love Songs

Behind The Song: Classic Rock Chronicles ·

2025/02/13

This Valentine’s Day, the Behind The Song podcast team has a sweet list of songs for you! Join Janda and Christian as they each discuss their five top classic rock love songs, based on two sets of criteria: songs about real people, and how a song makes you feel. Who made their list? Listen and find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at

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30:56

Janda and Christian's Top Classic Rock Love Songs

Behind The Song: Classic Rock Chronicles ·

2025/02/13

This Valentine’s Day, the Behind The Song podcast team has a sweet list of songs for you! Join Janda and Christian as they each discuss their five top classic rock love songs, based on two sets of criteria: songs about real people, and how a song makes you feel. Who made their list? Listen and find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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