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by Nick Bambach
“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 stimulating and often-humorous discussions about music history in a laid-back environment, then this is the podcast for you!
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- Today1h 26m
Movie Talk: Finding Fela
Philip returns to discuss Alex Gibney's 2014 documentary Finding Fela, which explores the life and career of legendary Nigerian musician Fela Kuti while also examining the creation of the Broadway musical Fela! We share our thoughts on the documentary, highlight our favorite songs from Kuti's catalog, and cap things off with a discussion of his upcoming induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Support the show
- 5 days ago1h 44m
Movie Talk: Joy Division
Helen and Jeff return to discuss the 2007 documentary Joy Division, which covers the history of the legendary post-punk band. We give our takes on the movie and reveal our favorite Joy Division songs. We conclude this episode with a discussion of Joy Division and New Order's upcoming induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. We discuss all the drama within New Order, and ponder who will induct and perform with them at the ceremony. Support the show
- 1 weeks ago1h 43m
Movie Talk: Di’Anno: Iron Maiden’s Lost Singer
Darren and Peter return to discuss the 2025 documentary Di’Anno: Iron Maiden’s Lost Singer, which chronicles the final years of original Iron Maiden singer Paul Di’Anno. They talk about their Iron Maiden fandoms and share their thoughts on the documentary. We conclude by discussing Iron Maiden's upcoming Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction next month. We speculate on who we think could induct them and how their segment will go down. Support the show
- 2 weeks ago1h 34m
Movie Talk: Oasis: Don't Look Back in Anger
Jon and Mike return to discuss the 2026 documentary Oasis: Don't Look Back in Anger, which focuses on the legendary band's massively successful return tour from 2025. They detail their experiences going to the shows in their respective cities, seeing the movie in theaters (in IMAX no less!), and share their thoughts on the documentary. We conclude with your thoughts on their pending Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction next month and speculate who will show up, who will induct them, a...
- 3 weeks ago1h 7m
Movie Talk: The Phil Collins Big Band
Today, we're discussing the 1996 television documentary The Phil Collins Big Band, which takes us behind the scenes of one of Phil Collins' most fascinating musical side projects. Best known for his work with Genesis and his hugely successful solo career, Collins decided to fulfill a lifelong dream of playing instrumental jazz and big band music. And that's exactly what he did! The documentary also features some famous faces, including Quincy Jones and Tony Bennett. But this is an especially ...
- Oct 6, 20261h 17m
Movie Talk: The Library That Dolly Built
Fellow librarian John returns to discuss the 2020 documentary The Library That Dolly Built, which explores country music icon Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library and its mission to provide free books to millions of children around the world. This episode is also, in part, a tribute to the late, great Dolly Parton, an extraordinary artist, philanthropist, and one of the greatest humans ever to grace our planet. Dolly, we will always love you. Support the show
- Oct 2, 20261h 41m
Movie Talk: Dio: Dreamers Never Die
Kyle, Patrick, and Hector return to discuss Don Argott and Demian Fenton's 2022 documentary Dio: Dreamers Never Die, which focuses on the life and career of iconic hard rock and metal singer Ronnie James Dio. Whether he was in Rainbow, Black Sabbath, or Dio, his operatic vocals and magnetic stage presence stood out every time he performed. We give our take on the movie, share lots of personal stories, and pick our favorite songs from his iconoclastic career. This is a must-listen for any hard...
- Sep 25, 20261h 29m
Artist Spotlight: April Wine
Tim Durling (Author of On Record: The April Wine Album Review) returns to discuss the career and legacy of Canadian classic rockers April Wine. Support the show
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About Rock in Retrospect
“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 stimulating and often-humorous discussions about music history in a laid-back environment, then this is the podcast for you!
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