It’s here and it’s hot! Season 4 of the “Rock ‘n’ Roll Survivors Podcast” focuses on the all-female band Cradle straight out of Detroit from 1969-1973. On E2, Cradle band members Patti Quatro (lead guitarist/vocals), Nancy Quatro (lead vocals, bass, timpani, and more), and Nancy Rogers (drummer) discuss their song, “Ted” written in 1970. It was during this period of time that Cradle was very friendly with their homeboy bands, like the MC5, SRC, and the Amboy Dukes (with Ted Nugent). It was also during this period of time that Nancy Quatro was dating Ted Nugent. So, the burning question is: Was this song written for Ted Nugent? Inquiring minds want to know, and we spill the tea on this episode. We also discuss the dynamic and explosive musicality and lyrics of the song, “Ted,” and our resident music professor, Patti Quatro, takes us to class before we listen to it in full. Join us on this wild rock ‘n’ roll ride, won’t you…?

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