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EPISODE · Nov 18, 2025 · 34 MIN

History in Five Songs Episode 334: Why a Rock ‘n’ Roll Song?

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In Episode 334 of History in Five Songs with Martin Popoff, Martin digs into why so many rock, metal, and even punk bands slip old-school 1950s-style rock-and-roll rave-ups into their albums, exploring the roots, motives, and surprising examples behind this enduring musical quirk. Whitesnake – “Bloody Luxury” Kiss – “Let Me Go, Rock ‘n’ Roll” Accept – “Burning” The Clash – “Brand New Cadillac” Rush – “In the Mood” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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