Episode 50: True Colors by Cyndi Lauper

Episode 50: True Colors by Cyndi Lauper

Today we delve into one of the most iconic pop stars of the 1980s, Cyndi Lauper. Her eclectic fashion sense was seen on MTV, and her synthy music dominated the airwaves. But this episode also explores how she was and is a key ally to the LGBT community, in particular with the song "True Colors".

Episode 49: Brick House by Commodores

Lionel Richie may have been the superstar of this famous R&B group... but it's Clyde Orange who delivers the vocals on my favorite of their songs. 36/24/36, oh what a winning hand!

Episode 48: I Want To Hold Your Hand by The Beatles

It's the song that kicked off Beatlemania! We discuss this tune, as well as "She Loves You", "From Me To You", "This Boy", and many other classics from 1963. Enjoy!

Episode 47: More and More by Webb Pierce

More and more, this 1950s star has become one of my favorite country artists. He had a rather flamboyant lifestyle and nasally tenor voice... it's Webb Pierce!

Episode 46: Mickey by Toni Basil

Today, we go over one of my favorite one-hit wonders of the 1980s... Mickey! While Toni Basil didn't have the longest of music careers, her skills in dancing and choreography make for a fascinating story.