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This week on the podcast: the legendary Carole Bayer Sager joins Rock & Roll High School to reflect on a career that’s shaped the soundtrack of our lives.

From co-writing “Nobody Does It Better” to “That’s What Friends Are For,” Carole opens up about her relationships with icons like Burt Bacharach and Marvin Hamlisch, winning Grammys, Oscars and a Tony, and the stories behind some of pop’s most enduring lyrics. Listen now: lnk.to/rrhspodcast

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You may not know his name but you definitely know his songs. Russ Ballard joins Rock & Roll High School to talk about a career that helped shape rock history. From frontman to hitmaker, Russ has influenced generations of artists and fans across the globe. Listen to hear stories from writing Hold Your Head Up (Argent), God Gave Rock and Roll to You, New York Groove, Since You Been Gone and hits for Santana, KISS, America, Rainbow, and more. Listen Now!

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This week on the podcast: Mark Farner, legendary frontman of Grand Funk Railroad. From the voice behind anthems like “We’re an American Band” and “I’m Your Captain” to his latest release “Closer To My Home”, Mark’s journey spans decades of rock, reinvention, and resilience. We talk trailblazing in the '70s, life beyond the stage, and the stories behind the music.

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This week on Rock & Roll High School… Jim Peterik literally wrote the book on songwriting. (Yep! Songwriting for Dummies, 2nd edition) But you probably know him better for one of the most iconic anthems of all time, “Eye of the Tiger.” Before Survivor, Jim was the voice behind Ides of March’s smash hit “Vehicle,” and since then he’s written for .38 Special, Sammy Hagar, and The Beach Boys, plus kept rocking with Ides of March, World Stage, and Pride of Lions. Tune in for stories from a true hitmaker who’s still going strong. Listen now!

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This week on the podcast: Rock star, activist, and former Congressman John Hall joins Rock & Roll High School to share his incredible journey from writing classics like “Still the One” with Orleans to co-founding No Nukes and fighting for clean energy on Capitol Hill.

Hear stories of jamming with Janis Joplin, Bonnie Raitt, and Bruce Springsteen, and why he believes music can still change the world. Listen now!

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Do you believe in magic? You will after this one.
On this week's podcast, we sat down with John Sebastian, the legendary frontman of The Lovin’ Spoonful, to talk about folk-rock fusion, 60s pop perfection, and how songs like “Daydream” and “Summer in the City” became the soundtrack of a generation. From Woodstock to Welcome Back, Kotter, it’s a journey through American music history with one of its most charming storytellers. Listen now!

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This week on the podcast we’re celebrating 40 years since Suzanne Vega’s iconic debut with a conversation that spans her legendary career, from the NYC folk scene to global stages.

With her first album of all-new songs in over a decade, Flying With Angels, Suzanne is back with the storytelling, honesty, and artistry that made songs like “Luka” and “Tom’s Diner” unforgettable.

Hear about the new music, the tour, and the timeless characters she’s created along the way. Listen now: lnk.to/rrhspodcast

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This week on the podcast join us for an unforgettable conversation with Curt Smith, co-founder, co-lead vocalist, and bassist, of the legendary duo Tears For Fears . With over 30 million albums sold and a catalog of anthems like Everybody Wants to Rule the World, Shout, Head Over Heels, and Mad World, Tears For Fears have influenced generations and genres from rock to hip-hop to EDM. Listen now: lnk.to/rrhspodcast

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This week on the podcast is Scottish-born singer/songwriter Al Stewart who helped pioneer historical folk rock, crafting songs that turn real-world events into cinematic storytelling. His passion for history has given us epic tracks like Road to Moscow and Nostradamus, while his ’70s hits—Year of the Cat, Time Passages, Song on the Radio—cemented his legacy. From the London folk scene of the ’60s to nearly 60 years on stage, Al’s journey is incredible—and he’s still touring in 2025!

Don’t miss this episode— it's one of our all-time favorites!
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This week on the podcast we’re joined by the legendary Peter Noone! At just 17, his band‪@officialhermanshermits‬ dominated the American charts with 7 Top Ten hits in one year—a true British Invasion sensation!

From "I'm Into Something Good" to "Mrs. Brown You've Got A Lovely Daughter" and "I'm Henry VIII, I Am," Peter shares incredible stories from his iconic career. Listen Now!

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