PigzFromaGun

About PigzFromaGun

Welcome to PigzFromaGun, the podcast where we uncover the fascinating stories behind popular music from the 1950s through 1980s. Lots of different genres will be covered, but some of the main focuses will be rock, R&B, doo wop, country, and new wave. You may just learn something new about your favorite songs, and the brilliant artists who made them. Enjoy and oink on!

Publisher

Graeme Olson

Category

music

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

26 May 2025

Latest episode

12 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

68 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   12 Oct 2026

   Episode 69: Africa by Toto

   This week's episode tells the story of one of the 80s biggest hits... and while its lyrics may be inaccurate, its harmonies are beautiful! So, props to this seasoned band of session musicians creating a great sound.

2. 

   6 Oct 2026

   Episode 68: Rollin' Stone by The Marigolds

   Today's episode tells the story of Johnny Bragg. He was a man who was imprisoned multiple times on false charges, but overcame it all through the power of music and friendship. It's truly an inspiring tale!

3. 

   29 Sept 2026

   Episode 67: California Dreamin' by The Mamas & the Papas

   Being busy prevented me from uploading last week... so instead we'll honor the start of fall today! This iconic counterculture tune is the melancholy of autumn personified.

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