Music is everything. It puts us in a good mood, gives us a tool to connect with others, and so on. But how long does it take musicians to make their most popular songs? And, most significantly, what makes us put these songs on replay?
At Rumours Revealed Podcast, we will explore the complexities behind the most famous albums of all time. By analyzing one album per episode, you might learn answers to questions like: Who was Michael Jackson’s “Billie Jean?” What was going on with Marvin Gaye’s “What’s Going On?” Why did the Beatles cross Abbey Road?
And so much more.
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Ann and Nancy were more than suburban babes. From a young age, the sisters exhibited talent that turned heads everywhere they went.
Their questionable decision making and unquestionable talent would lead to Heart’s breakout album, Dreamboat Annie.
Really, what better way to skyrocket into the rock n’ roll industry than having Ann shack up with a Vietnam-dodging music man?
How else do you build a healthy work environment by having little-sister Nancy settle for the music man’s brother, even if it’s just for convenience?
What could possibly be wrong with being women on tour when a toxic war is going on in the background?
Buckle up, Heart has a lot to say about that!
Sources:
Wikipedia, ChatGPT, Billboard, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, with an honorable mention to the book “Kicking and Dreaming: A Story of Heart, Soul, and Rock and Roll” by Ann and Nancy Wilson
10. Marvin Gaye's "What's going on?" Pt. 2
Season 1 · Episode 10
Tuesday, October 29, 2024 • Duration 39:20
And we're back with part 2 of our What's Going On Marvin Gaye series. In this episode, we talk about the end of Marvin's beginning and the beginning of his end. This album made him a force to be reckoned with in the music industry. No longer was he doing what everyone was telling him to do, now Marvin was putting out the music he wanted to put out. But at what cost? In this episode, you will learn about Marvin's rise in paranoia, talent, record sales, and the shocking truth behind his death. Rock on my dudes!
1. Fleetwood Mac's "Rumours"
Season 1 · Episode 1
Thursday, May 30, 2024 • Duration 01:00:36
Released in February 4th, 1977, the initial creation of “Rumours” was anything but peaceful. Everyone in the band was going through a personal breakup. In fact, 80% of the band had to work with their ex. But this awkwardness would led to drug-fueled backstabbing songs that would make music history.
Music is everything. It puts us in a good mood, gives us a tool to connect with others, and so on. But how long does it take musicians to make their most popular songs? And, most significantly, what makes us put these songs on replay?
At Rumours Revealed Podcast, we will explore the complexities behind the most famous albums of all time. By analyzing one album per episode, you might learn answers to questions like:
Who was Michael Jackson’s “Billie Jean?”
What was going on with Marvin Gaye’s “What’s Going On?”
Why did the Beatles cross Abbey Road?
And so much more.
We know you have great taste in music. So tune in to Rumours Revealed wherever you get your podcasts. Rock on my dudes.
Find out more at www.rumoursrevealedpodcast.com
9. Marvin Gaye's "What's going on" Pt. 1
Season 1 · Episode 9
Thursday, October 10, 2024 • Duration 01:08:34
Marvin Gaye was on a roll. He had worked his way up from a studio musician to a solo artist in record time. In fact, by 1971, his talent transformed him into the face and voice of Motown. But behind the scenes of the great Marvin Gaye, he was tired. He was tired of the lovey dovey love songs that got him his fame. Real things like the Civil Rights Movement and the Vietnam War had captured his attention. Marvin had the voice, and wanted to use it to spread awareness of the atrocities happening in his community. But Marvin was told no. Motown wasn’t supposed to be edgy, it was supposed to pump out a variation of the same-old love song to get the American dollar. Marvin was tired of following the rules though. He was tired of doing everything everyone told him to do. So Marvin rebelled and made a masterpiece of a protest album we now know of as What’s Going On. This defiance marked the beginning of Marvin’s best work...and the beginning of his dramatic demise.
And we're back! This episode features rock and roll "screw ups" that finally got their act together: The Red Hot Chili Peppers. In the late 90s, hardly anyone was taking the band seriously. They had some funky success in the 80s, turned heads with Blood Sugar Sex Magik in the early 90s, then descended into drug fueled chaos. The band decided to (figuratively and literally) clean up their act and create an album with poignant statements about capitalism and all its glamour: Californication. Learn about their rocky road to success and legacy in this special edition episode with Gabe giving the details behind the band.
Discussing the Red Hot Chili Peppers means acknowledging their traumas, legacy, image, and controversies. We have included the following resources for those that are or have been affected by addiction, mental illness, sexual, and/or child abuse:
Here we go again...Abbey Road Part 2! The tension in the studio was at an all-time high as John, Paul, George, and Ringo navigated recording their final (in the studio together) album. Yes, it ended up being a hit, but relationships were damaged along the way. As you listen you may learn:
How did pensive George both mature and screw over his bandmate?
What did John say was crap he wrote in India?
What did bachelor-turned-family-man Paul do to piss everyone off?
When did Ringo become more than just a drummer along for the ride?
The Beatles are bread and butter. When they first came to America, fans were captivated by their talent, charm, wit, and good looks. However, you can't have rock n' roll without chaos n' confusion. The death of their beloved manager in 1967 commenced the beginning of the end. This downturn included mismanagement, theft, business disagreements, and growing of egos. Needless to say, it was a hot mess express. Abbey Road represents the best and worst of their career; they managed to put out an album that has great music, excellent harmonies, interesting backstories, and purposeful jabs at the industry that destroyed their band. Part one focuses on the pre-Abbey Road Beatles and the first side of the album (aka John's side). Enjoy!
Dimery, R. (2021). 1001 albums you must hear before you die. Cassell Illustrated.
Hiatt, N. J. (2016, May 23). A trip down memory lane: LSD at Harvard. The Harvard Crimson.
5. TLC's "CrazySexyCool"
Season 1 · Episode 5
Friday, June 28, 2024 • Duration 01:23:46
TLC made great music. After their successful debut, Tionne "T-Boz" Watkins, Lisa "Left Eye" Lopes, and Rozonda "Chilli" Thomas were rising to the top. However, obstacles kept getting in their way. While the band was recording CrazySexyCool, Left Eye had burned her boyfriend's house down, T-Boz battled Sickle Cell, Chilli's partner just kept cheating on her (and making her sing about it ), and the band was bankrupt. However, the band decided to keep making great music. Their priority for independence, dissuading illegal drug trade, and promoting safe sex rang true in their music and continues to be relevant to this day.
To honor TLC's legacy, we will be making a $1 donation to Planned Parenthood for every stream made within the first 30 days of this episode's release.
American Psychological Association. (2017). 1990s HIV/AIDS timeline.
4. Amy Winehouse's "Back To Black"
Season 1 · Episode 4
Friday, June 21, 2024 • Duration 01:13:58
From a young age, Amy knew nothing but backlash. Everyone claimed she was a troublemaker with one remarkable quality: music.
Amy was a rare talent, but she struggled to apply herself. When she finally managed to follow-through with a project and create “Back to Black,” it ended up being one of the best selling albums in Britain. However, she found it impossible to live a life under the spotlight while managing her individuality, thus leading to her early demise.
For resources on eating disorders and substance abuse, please consult the following:
Mixing Mastering Online. “Behind the Recording of Californication - Red Hot Chilli Peppers.” YouTube, 3 May 2024, www.youtube.com/watch?v=iTiJvVWE48Y. Accessed 21 Aug. 2024.
“Red Hot Chili Peppers Recording Sessions Archive.” Red Hot Chili Peppers Recording Sessions Archive, 2014, www.rhcpsessions.com/1998-teatro-demos. Accessed 21 Aug. 2024.
Red Hot Chili Peppers. Califonication. Warner Bros Records, 8 June 1999, www.youtube.com/watch?v=u3UYiY_3XWU. Accessed 15 Aug. 2024.
Dimery, R. (2021). 1001 albums you must hear before you die. Cassell Illustrated.
Winehouse, J. (2016). Loving Amy: A mother's story. Macmillan.
Winehouse, M. (2012). Amy, my daughter. Harper Collins.
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