Rock Around the Clock: The Hit That Launched Rock & Roll

Discover how "Rock Around the Clock" by Bill Haley & His Comets helped launch rock and roll into the spotlight in 1954! In this kid-friendly episode of History Ignited, our hosts explore how one song got teens dancing, changed the music industry, and earned a place in Billy Joel’s We Didn’t Start the Fire.

🎸 Plus, birthday shoutouts, fun facts, and a hilarious music-themed joke await!
 Perfect for curious kids, parents, teachers, and music lovers alike.
 

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About History Ignited:
History Ignited is the award-winning kids and family history podcast inspired by Billy Joel’s We Didn’t Start the Fire. Each short episode explores the real stories behind the people, events, inventions, and cultural moments that shaped the world from the 1950s through the 1980s. Winner of the 2025 Webby People’s Voice Award for Best Kids & Family Podcast.