A Chat With Jill Sobule

A Chat With Jill Sobule

I just discovered an interview I conducted three decades ago with a refreshing, gifted and delightful artist that was gaining traction in the pop rock music scene. I caught up with Jill Sobule at a Detroit area record store. Her ground breaking hit at the time was called ‘I Kissed A Girl.’ She tragically passed away earlier this year at the age of 66. Take a moment to not only listen to the interview and three song mini set,  but read the following words from GLAAD President and CEO Sarah Kate Ellis. “Jill Sobule wasn’t just a trailblazer in music-she was a beacon for queer artists.  Jill was writing and singing about sexuality and identity with raw honesty and wit.  Her courage helped pave the way for todays artists (Brandi Caroline, Adam Lambert, Sam Smith and many others.  Jill was a rare light-funny, fearless and full of heart. Her impact will live on through her art and through everyone she inspired.”

Episode 004:My College Radio Days

My radio career began in college at Western Michigan University [https://wmich.edu/] in Kalamazoo Michigan.  I eventually worked my way up the ranks to become the first female General Manager at the student run WIDR-FM [https://www.widrfm.org/].  I was trained by the best, John Dunn.  I was his assistant the year prior to becoming WIDR’s GM.  I dedicate this podcast to John. Being part of WIDR-FM was much like being in a fraternity. There are many of us that have remained friends and associates over the years.  We have held large scale reunions and smaller gatherings as well. Last spring, a handful of my college radio pals got together for pizza and beer at one of our favorite hang-outs.  The micro reunion consisted of Kris Dalton Liebold aka ‘KD’, Jim McKinney aka 'Papa', Tim Murphy, aka ‘Murph’, Ed Sackley, Bob Piellusch, Larry McClish, aka ‘Larry Mac’ and myself Kim Zewatsky Brixton, aka, ‘Beez’. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D79ogLcSDC4] I just so happened to have a recording device, so I took advantage of the opportunity to have everyone in attendance talk about their WIDR experience, and life in general. Thank you in advance for listening. And, I apologize for some 'salty' language that may have slipped through the editing process.

Episode 003: David Bowie

This is my interview with David Bowie.  It was a very brief meeting that took place backstage on October 3, 1995 at The Palace in Auburn Hills Michigan.  Bowie and Nine Inch Nails Co-Headlined The Outside Tour at this time.  Photo by Chelsea Massengill [https://unsplash.com/@chelseamassengill?utm_source=unsplash&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=creditCopyText] on Unsplash [https://unsplash.com/s/photos/david-bowie?utm_source=unsplash&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=creditCopyText] Music provided by: Poddington Bear Blossom Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 International: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/

Epiosde 002: We Are The World

Kim is in search of a show theme song. Bill Clinton & Barack Obama impersonators offer help. Kim’s nephew produces a theme sample. We are the world was recorded 36 years ago. Why was Prince not included. Kim reflects back on radio days in Detroit. A clip from on the air from the mid 90’s can be heard. A version of We Are The World is performed. Closing credits for show content, including a call to action for hired help. Kimbrixton@gmail.com Background music provided by Free sound music https://www.voicesofhopechildrenschoir.org/ To make a donation or learn more about Voices of Hope Children's Choir, click on this link: https://www.voicesofhopechildrenschoir.org/ Get hip to Bell's Beer by clicking here: http://www.bellsbeer.com/ [http://www.bellsbeer.com/] Check out my friend Clint Scott's music by clicking here: https://youtu.be/ZTdXtvk0c3I [https://youtu.be/ZTdXtvk0c3I] Thank you for the use of background sounds to these guys: https://youtu.be/kOss1lVkbj8 [https://youtu.be/kOss1lVkbj8]

Episode 001: Joan Jett Interview (Vintage 1991)

Kim reflects back on her radio career.  Explains the purpose for this podcast series.  Interview segments from Laurie Davis, creator of Joan Jett's Pack, a Facebook page for Joan Jett fans.  Also featured are Shirley Wirosloff, Davis's wife and co-administrator of the Facebook fan page Joan Jett's Pack.  The interview with Joan Jett is next.  She talks about her upcoming tour promoting the 'Notorious' record release. Jett talks about her experience with The Runaways, the movie, Light Of Day with Michael J. Foxx, Kalamazoo, Sid Vicious, musical influences past and in 1991.  Jett responds to a question regarding a statement made by songwriter Desmond Child.  She admits her vulnerable side and says she is human like everybody else.  She ends the interview talking about the history of her song, "I Love Rock & Roll.  Ending credits, Bells Beer, Oopsie The Clown.