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Chronicles of Rock

Chronicles of Rock

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Randy Renaud uses his unique storytelling ability to relive some of the biggest and most important moments in the history of rock 'n' roll. Important albums, legendary concerts and nights of debauchery all make up the Chronicles of Rock.

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  • The Night When The Who Had to Call for a Substitute Out of the Audience

    The Night When The Who Had to Call for a Substitute Out of the Audience
    Dec 5 2025

    In November 1973, while the Who were playing in San Francisco, drummer Keith Moon collapsed on stage, and when roadies were unable to rouse him, Pete Townshend turned to the audience for a fill-in. And a 19-year old Who fan and aspiring drummer got to live out a rock & roll fantasy by manning the drum kit for three songs. Randy has the whole story on this week's Chronicles of Rock.

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    6 mins
  • The Album That Took Queen from Rags to Riches

    The Album That Took Queen from Rags to Riches
    Nov 28 2025

    In 1975, the members of Queen were broke and in debt, despite three critically-acclaimed albums. But thanks to the backing of Elton John's manager, they set about recording an epic album -- one of the most expensive albums ever recorded. And suddenly, mamma mia, they were the toast of the rock world. Randy Renaud has the story behind the making of A Night at the Opera for the 50th anniversary of its release (November 21, 1975) on the Chronicles of Rock.

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    7 mins
  • The U2 Album Recorded in Re-Unified Berlin That Almost Split the Band Apart

    The U2 Album Recorded in Re-Unified Berlin That Almost Split the Band Apart
    Nov 24 2025

    This week in 1991, U2 released their first album of the 90's, featuring explorations of new musical influences and styles. It became one of the biggest albums of the 90's, and it may also have saved the band from breaking up. Randy Renaud has the story behind it on the Chronicles of Rock.

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    7 mins
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