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  • The Bumpskey Show

    The Bumpskey Show 11/10/26

    Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! The longest running music, art, and culture show on the internet.

    Today · 1 hr 6 min
  • The History of Rock and Roll Podcast: A Wild Ride Through Bands, Legends, Music, Rebellion, and Rock History

    How Steve Perry’s Voice Turned Journey From Prog Into Arena‑Rock Legends

    Journey began as a prog‑heavy band rooted in San Francisco’s late ’70s scene. This episode follows how the arrival of Steve Perry shifted their sound toward soaring arena rock, reshaping production techniques, radio strategies, and touring tactics that launched them to mainstream fame. We unpack the musical, technological, and business changes that turned a niche act into stadium‑ready legends. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Today · 16 min
  • The History of Rock and Roll Podcast: A Wild Ride Through Bands, Legends, Music, Rebellion, and Rock History

    How Roy Orbison Revived His Legacy in the Late 80s

    This episode traces how Roy Orbison’s career was resurrected from a landmark HBO "Black & White Night" concert to his role in the Traveling Wilburys and the posthumous release of *Mystery Girl*, exploring how he adapted, collaborated, and left an enduring mark on rock. It looks at the personal, technological, and cultural forces that turned his later years into one of rock’s most compelling comebacks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Today · 8 min
  • The History of Rock and Roll Podcast: A Wild Ride Through Bands, Legends, Music, Rebellion, and Rock History

    Sun Records: How Memphis Sparked a Revolution in Rock and Roll

    From the modest back‑room studio on Union Avenue to the rise of Elvis Presley and Johnny Cash, this episode unpacks how Sun Records’ single‑mic technique, slap‑back echo, and inclusive ethos turned Memphis into a breeding ground for rock. We chart its influence on artists across generations— from the Beatles to contemporary producers—and examine the business model that made an independent label a powerhouse in a segregated America. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Today · 12 min

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