Artist Spotlight: Soda Stereo

Artist Spotlight: Soda Stereo

Author: Nick Bambach July 11, 2025 Duration: 1:40:32
Carlos Alomar and Miguel Gálvez join Nick to discuss the career and legacy of the iconic Argentinian rock band Soda Stereo. Carlos is a living legend who collaborated with so many iconic musicians, a who's who of the music industry. This includes David Bowie, Mick Jagger, John Lennon, Paul McCartney, Iggy Pop, Cyndi Lauper, Bee Gees, Carly Simon, Alicia Keys, Bruno Mars, and Brandon Flowers. He also produced Soda Stereo's 1988 album Doble Vida. Miguel is a former music journalist who has inte...

Nick Bambach hosts Rock in Retrospect, a podcast that digs into the stories behind the artists who truly shaped our musical landscape. Each conversation goes beyond the greatest hits, exploring the personal journeys, creative breakthroughs, and enduring influence of iconic figures. Bambach brings in a different guest for every episode, allowing their personal passion and expertise to guide a deep dive into why a particular artist or band matters. These discussions are both insightful and genuinely funny, capturing the kind of talk you’d have with a friend about a shared musical obsession. While the core of the podcast is artist-focused, it also branches out to examine the institutions and ceremonies that frame music history, from the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductions to the spectacle of the Grammys. Tuning in feels like joining a lively, informed debate about the sounds that define generations. You’ll come away from each episode with a richer understanding of the music you love and probably a few new additions to your playlist. It’s a celebration of legacy, filled with the kind of context and humor that makes music history come alive.
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Movie Talk: It's Never Over, Jeff Buckley [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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