Industry Apr 7, 2026

Roger Hodgson on Supertramp's Success and Downfall

“Breakfast In America took eight months to finish – some people would call us anal!”

Originally published by MusicRadar
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Roger Hodgson on Supertramp's Success and Downfall

Roger Hodgson discussed the intensive eight-month recording process for Supertramp's "Breakfast In America," characterizing the band's approach as meticulous. He explained that his personal pain manifested in more cynical songs, while his feelings of hurt and questioning were expressed through tracks like "The Logical Song." Hodgson reflected on the band's rise to the top and its eventual implosion. Originally reported by MusicRadar.