HOT 102.7FM HOT 1027 Classic Countdown: Backstory

Rod Stewart gets real about heartbreak, honesty, and songwriting

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With that gravelly charm and a heart full of stories, Rod Stewart has spent decades turning real-life love and heartbreak into music that lasts. In a candid chat, he reveals why emotion can’t be taught — and why honesty remains his greatest instrument.
15 Oct 2025 English South Africa Music History · Entertainment News

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