Deep Cuts

Deep Cuts

Author: Hudson River Radio .com March 13, 2026 Duration: 1:15:40
Artists you know, but songs you probably don't.

Ever wonder about the real story behind that classic riff or the hidden drama in a beloved lyric? That's the territory explored every week on The Rock & Roll History Show, hosted by Brian Horowitz and The Crambones. This isn't just a dry recitation of dates and chart positions. Instead, you'll hear the vivid, often surprising narratives that shaped the soundtrack of our lives, digging into the cultural clashes, personal struggles, and sheer accidents that created iconic music. Presented by Hudson River Radio .com, each episode feels like a deep-dive conversation with passionate experts who love the material as much as you do. You'll get the fascinating context behind the hits, from the studio secrets to the societal shifts that made certain songs resonate. Tune in for a rich blend of music, arts, and performing history, all delivered with a genuine enthusiasm for the subject. This podcast peels back the glossy surface of rock and roll to reveal the compelling human stories underneath, making you listen to your favorite tracks with entirely new ears. It's for anyone who believes the history behind the music is just as important as the beat.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 170

The Rock & Roll History Show
Podcast Episodes
Body Parts, Part 1 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:27
A family friendly look at some songs about body parts!
From the vault: These Lyrics Did Not Age Well [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:30:18
We'll be back next week with a brand spanking new show. Until then, enjoy "These Lyrics Did Not age Well," from October 15, 2021. Rock on, y'all!
From the vault: Songs for CPR [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:02:28
We'll be back on July 21. Until then, enjoy "Songs For CPR," from July 22, 2022. This was Crambone Jessica's first appearance on the show. She brought her expertise as a paramedic instructor to discuss good songs to help…
Bad Theme Songs from Bad Movies [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:29:09
The Crambones expertly curate some of the most hideous theme songs from some of the worst movies around.
More Mondegreens, Part 2 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:24
Even more mondegreens! Did you get these lyrics correct?
More Mondegreens, Part 1 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 50:11
A mondegreen is an aural malapropism. A homophonically misinterpreted phrase. In plain English, if we can’t understand the lyrics in a song, we substitute something that sounds like it fits. Check out some of these selec…
Two Chord Wonders [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:44:57
Some great songs with only two chords. Feel free to play along!
One Chord Wonders [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:44
Songs based on only one chord. Great for beginners!