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Lynyrd Skynyrd was a success with their debut album, and continued to build a fan base when they opened for The Who on their Quadrophenia tour.  Many of the songs on their debut album were staples of their concerts in Jacksonville, Florida, where they had built their style over the years since the 60's.  Therefore it was not a sure thing that they would be able to sustain their success over time.  Those concerns were put to rest when they released their second album.Second Helping, a southern colloquialism for getting more of the same thing at the dinner table, cemented Lynyrd Skynyrd as the flag bearer for the Southern Rock genre.  At a time when a number of British artists - most notably the Rolling Stones - were digging into the rock and blues music of the American South, Lynyrd Skynyrd was the real thing.  They rode the power of their triple guitar set and the wit of Ronnie Van Zandt's lyrics to a commercial success, with the album going to number 12 on the Billboard 200 chart and certified as gold by September 1974.  While contemporary critics were more lukewarm, those reviews have been revised way upward over time.  Second Helping also contains the biggest hit of the group as well, the Southern anthem "Sweet Home Alabama."Lynyrd Skynyrd would go on to produce many more hit songs and records in the southern rock genre before tragedy took front man Ronnie Van Zant, Steve Gaines, and backup singer Cassie Gaines in October 1977.  But Second Helping is the album that solidified their standing as an internationally successful band.Wayne takes us through this album for this week's podcast, and Brian Dickhute joins us in Bruce's absence. The Needle and the SpoonThis song would not be the only anti-drug track in the Skynyrd discography.  The lyrics describe a man coming out of rehab, and makes use of a wah wah pedal effect that was not common to most of Skynyrd's music, but fit with the heroin subject of the song.  Swamp MusicAlthough not released as a single, this song got plenty of air play on FM radio, as did most of the tracks on this album.  This fast -paced track describes life in the Florida swamps.  The members of Lynyrd Skynyrd were well acquainted with outdoor life, fishing for catfish, hunting, and other "redneck" activities.Sweet Home AlabamaEveryone knows this anthem of Southern rock.  This song was written in response to Neil Young's "Southern Man," in which the band felt like the entire Southern United States was blamed for slavery.  Between the hook of the leading riff and the catchy lyrics, this song has become a staple of classic rock. This is Skynyrd's only top 10 hit, as it went to number 8 on the US charts.  Interestingly, none of the band members are from Alabama.Don't Ask Me No QuestionsGary Rossington and Ronnie Van Zandt wrote this song during a fishing trip.  Many think this is about a relationship, but it was a message to the record managers who were apathetic towards the band during the early days, but who turned demanding after they were a success.   ENTERTAINMENT TRACK: Main theme from the television series, "Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C."In this sitcom spin-off from "The Andy Griffith Show," Jim Nabors plays the lovable but naive Gomer Pyle, now enlisted into the Marine Corp.  Frank Sutton, who played Sergent Carter in this series, passed away in June 1974. STAFF PICKS:Help Me by Joni MitchellRob starts the staff picks with a single from Mitchell's sixth studio album, "Court and Spark."  This track is Mitchell's biggest single, and her only song to crack the top 10 in the US, going to  number 7 on the Billboard Hot 100.  The lyrics describe a singer who knows she is falling for the wrong man, but is either powerless to stop it or doesn't want to call things off.Dancing Machine by the Jackson 5Brian brings us a song that hit number 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 after a multi-year dry spell.  The Jackson 5 appeared on "Soul Train" performing this song, and Michael Jackson introduced the world to "the robot" dance routine.  The Jackson 5 had a Saturday morning cartoon which kept the group in the public conscious.Waterloo by ABBALynch features the song that made ABBA a household name when the Swedish group won the 1974 Eurovision Song contest singing this tune.  The lyrics compare falling in love to Napoleon's defeat at Waterloo.  The name "ABBA" comes from the first letter of each of the singers' names.Tell Me Something Good by RufusWayne presents a funky song from a group featuring Chaka Kahn as lead vocalist.  Rufus is a one-hit wonder, with this song peaking at number 3 on the Billboard Hot 100.  Stevie Wonder wrote this song about a woman looking for a deeper relationship, not just a one night stand.  It was the first hit song that utilized the vocoder.  INSTRUMENTAL TRACK:Dance with the Devil by Cozy PowellWe close out with a drum instrumental based on Jimi Hendrix' "Third Stone from the Sun."  Thanks for listening to “What the Riff?!?” NOTE: To adjust the loudness of the music or voices, you may adjust the balance on your device. 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Episode 121 - Life Time Grand Prix Updates, Cyclocross Rage, YouTube Comments, and DJ the Dancing Machine What up party people. Alright, I don't know exactly what was said in the YouTube comments (other than the ones we read on the air this week, some of which are hilarious) but Drew decided enough is enough and quit the podcast for good… nah I'm just kidding, he had some other more important life stuff to cater to this week so only graced us with his presence for a few minutes. The rest of us riff on some of the latest updates Life Time has made to the 2025 Grand Prix series, touch a little bit on some recent racing like this weekend's Little Sugar sprint finish and Scott's take on the Gravel World Championships, AND Eli Iserbyt getting DQ'd after have some cross rage in the middle of the race this past weekend, and a whole lot more to boot.   If you have any questions or feedback for the show you can drop us a note at bonkbrospodcast@gmail.com or hit up the Bonk Bros instagram page (@bonkbros @dylanjawnson @adamsaban6 @tylerclouti @raddaddizzle @scottmcgilljr).    And last but not least, we want to thank Silca for coming through as title sponsor again this week with an updated discount code “bonkbrospodcast” for 15% off when checking out. Some of their lesser known products include their tool line up with all sorts of things like different multi-tools, hex keys, top of the line torque wrenches, and more. So again, use that code “bonkbrospodcast” when checking out for 15% off anything for sale on the https://silca.cc website. Alright let's get this party started.     Patreon: http://patreon.com/patreon_bonkbros       FOR UPDATED DISCOUNT CODES CHECK THE LATEST EPISODE: Silca (bonkbrospodcast): https://silca.cc/?utm_source=Bonk+Bros&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=stripchip&utm_id=Bonk+Bros+Podcast   Dynamic Cyclist (10% discount code: BONKBROS): https://new.dynamiccyclist.com/a/43703/xkYViFV8     For more Dylan Johnson content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIf1xvRN8pzyd_VfLgj_dow   Listener Question Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1T37wGRLk6iYTCF6X_DQ9yfcaYtfAQceKpBJYR5W7DVA/edit?ts=642eb6d6   MERCH: T-SHIRTS ARE HERE! Get your Bonk Bros swag below. https://bb5a73-20.myshopify.com/    IGNITION: Hire a coach. Get faster. It's that simple. https://www.ignitioncoachco.com/   MATCHBOX PODCAST: Check out our more serious training focused podcast.  https://www.ignitioncoachco.com/podcast      The Following Was Generated Using AI And Should Not Be Held To The Higher Standards Of Sentient Beings - Riverside.fm   Keywords Dizzle, Vegan Cyclist, YouTube comments, Lifetime Grand Prix, cycling, podcast, opinions, wild card, competition, cycling community, prize purse, gravel racing, mountain biking, race schedule, off-road series, Sea Otter race, Lifetime Grand Prix, athlete engagement, cycling community, race strategy, A-hole debate, weddings, Gravel Worlds, Mariana Vos, tire technology, Roubaix race, tire pressure, animal talk, podcast dynamics, Cyclocross, drama, championships, Olympics, Worlds, Keegan, performance, cycling, competition, performance, gravel racing, outdoor adventures, listener engagement   Summary In this episode, the hosts discuss the absence of Dizzle due to negative online comments, reflecting on the polarizing opinions surrounding their last episode featuring the Vegan Cyclist. They delve into the implications of the Lifetime Grand Prix rules, particularly the introduction of wild card entries and the reduction of riders, while debating the overall impact on competition and the cycling community. In this segment of the conversation, the hosts discuss various aspects of gravel and mountain bike racing, including the implications of prize purses, the decision to include gravel races in the Lifetime Grand Prix, and the changes in race schedules. They also explore the concept of an off-road series and the details of the upcoming Sea Otter race, while touching on athlete engagement and the impact of recent updates on participants' chances in the series. In this conversation, the hosts engage in a light-hearted debate about various topics ranging from personal anecdotes about weddings and dancing to serious discussions about tire technology and performance in cycling. They explore the implications of tire pressure, width, and innovations in the cycling industry, while also touching on the dynamics of their podcast and the impact of audience feedback. In this segment, the conversation revolves around a dramatic incident in a cyclocross race, discussing the implications of aggressive behavior in sports, the value of winning championships, and the recent performance of a notable cyclist. The hosts share their opinions on the significance of the Olympics versus World Championships and analyze the competitive landscape in cycling, particularly focusing on recent races and athlete performances. In this episode, the hosts engage in a lively discussion about competition dynamics, particularly focusing on the performance of a racer named Keegan. They explore the reasons behind perceived lapses in effort during races, emphasizing the psychological aspects of competition. The conversation then shifts to outdoor adventures, specifically hunting experiences, where they share stories and insights. The discussion transitions to gravel racing, touching on upcoming events and the participation of notable racers. Finally, the hosts interact with their audience, reading comments and questions, which adds a humorous and engaging element to the episode.   Takeaways Dizzle's absence is linked to negative online comments. The last episode received mixed reviews, highlighting polarizing opinions. Engagement in comments can reflect a lack of better activities. Assumptions about the Vegan Cyclist were challenged after listening to the episode. The Lifetime Grand Prix rules are frequently changing, causing confusion. The introduction of wild card entries aims to increase competition. Reducing the number of riders may impact sponsorship opportunities. The importance of Unbound as a significant race in the series is acknowledged. The hosts express frustration over the lack of clarity in the Grand Prix structure. The exclusivity of the series is seen as a strategic move to attract top talent. The prize purse can significantly influence participation in races. The decision to include gravel races over mountain bike races is controversial. Changes in race schedules can affect athlete preparation and performance. An off-road series could unify different types of races under one banner. The Sea Otter race is set to be a challenging event with significant climbing. Maintaining audience engagement over long periods is a challenge for racing series. Prize money in gravel racing is becoming more common. Athlete engagement is a requirement for participation in the series. Recent changes to entry rules have raised concerns among athletes. The series organizers have the authority to make significant changes at any time. The debate about who the 'a-hole' is in cycling is a common topic. Weddings can sometimes take precedence over important races. Dancing at weddings can be awkward, especially when sober. Having goats as pets can lead to humorous conversations. Gravel Worlds results spark discussions about performance and competition. Mariana Vos's use of innovative tire technology raises questions about its effectiveness. Tire pressure can significantly impact performance, especially in races like Roubaix. Rolling resistance varies with tire width, affecting speed and comfort. The dynamics of racing on different terrains require careful tire management. Audience feedback can influence podcast dynamics, but hosts remain committed to their team. Cyclocross can be intense and dramatic, as seen in recent incidents. Aggressive behavior in sports can lead to significant consequences. The value of winning the World Championship may outweigh that of the Olympics in cycling. Athletes often face pressure that can lead to emotional reactions during races. The competitive nature of cycling is influenced by personal rivalries and past relationships. Start money could incentivize more athletes to participate in series events. The dynamics of sprint finishes can be unpredictable, even among top competitors. Runners could learn from cyclists in terms of aerodynamics and performance. The importance of maintaining sportsmanship in competitive environments is crucial. Recent performances can shift perceptions of athletes' capabilities. Keegan's performance raises questions about competitive mindset. The psychological aspect of racing can influence perceived effort. Outdoor adventures provide a refreshing break from racing discussions. Gravel racing continues to grow in popularity and competition. Listener engagement enhances the podcast experience. Humor and camaraderie are key elements of the podcast. The importance of community in cycling culture is highlighted. Racing dynamics can be complex and multifaceted. Outdoor activities like hunting can be a great way to connect with nature. Engaging with listeners fosters a sense of belonging.   Titles Rider Numbers: Does Less Mean More? Lifetime Grand Prix: A Series in Flux The Prize Purse Dilemma in Racing The Concept of an Off-Road Series Outdoor Adventures: A Break from Racing Exploring Competitive Mindsets in Racing   Sound Bites "Dizzle is a little upset at all the mean comments." "The last episode is probably the most polarizing episode." "People that go to the comments have nothing better to do." "It's easy to say." "What if they offer so much money?" "The sea otter gravel race is an absolute joke." "Who do you think's the a-hole?" "Everybody knows. Yeah, everybody does it like that guy." "One wedding, career over." "Did you see Ellie Izzorbit just smash that dude's wheel?" "How cool would the Lifetime Grand Prix be?" "He broke his derailleur off!" "Why do you think that Keegan gives up?" "I don't think he stopped sprinting." "Let's get to the real important stuff."   Chapters 00:00 The Absence of Dizzle and Online Reactions 06:07 Understanding the Vegan Cyclist's Brand 11:59 The Wild Card Controversy 18:00 Final Thoughts on the Grand Prix Changes 20:47 The Prize Purse Dilemma 21:15 Gravel vs. Mountain Bike Racing 24:35 Changes in Race Schedule 27:50 The Off-Road Series Concept 29:15 Sea Otter Race Details 31:18 Dizzle's Chances and Series Updates 36:35 The A-Hole Debate 36:59 Weddings vs. Championships 38:00 Dancing and Goats at Weddings 38:59 Animal Talk: Goats and Dogs 40:01 Gravel Worlds Discussion 41:01 Mariana Vos and Tire Technology 42:01 Tire Pressure and Performance 42:59 Rolling Resistance and Tire Width 43:57 The Roubaix Race Dynamics 45:00 Tire Innovations and Industry Demand 45:59 The Future of Tire Technology 46:59 Drew's Mood and Podcast Dynamics 51:28 Cyclocross Drama: The Wheel Incident 58:00 The Value of Championships: Olympics vs. Worlds 01:07:32 Keegan's Recent Performance: A Shift in Momentum 01:08:17 The Dynamics of Competition and Performance 01:11:06 Hunting Adventures and Outdoor Experiences 01:12:20 Gravel Racing Insights and Future Prospects 01:16:31 Listener Engagement and Community Interaction

The Jackson 5 made their music debut 55 years ago in 1969! Sadly, there's only 3 members left. Lead singer Michael Jackson died in 2009, guitarist and backup singer Tito just died of a heart attack on 9/14/24. Listening back to 3 eras they've achieved, I made a top 10 countdown of hits I recommend. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann CatenaText the show / Support the showThe Jackson 5 Top 10:10. “Who's Loving You” (1969-1970)"Hold On" - En Vogue (1990)9. “The Love You Save” (1970)8. “Shake Your Body (Down to the Ground)” - The Jacksons (1978-1979)American Idol Top 7 Performance (2009)7. “Dancing Machine” (1974-1975)6. “Give Love On Christmas Day” (1970)5. “Never Can Say Goodbye” (1971-1972)Gloria Gaynor's cover (1974-1975)4. “Got to Be There” - Michael Jackson (1971-1972)Chaka Khan's cover (1983)3. “ABC” (1970)2. “I'll Be There” (1970)Motown 25 special (1983); Mariah Carey's cover (1992)1. “I Want You Back” (1969-1970)'NSYNC (1996-1998)The Jackson: An American Dream (1992)MJ The Musical Michael  - 2025 biopicRelated Episodes:Ep. 4 - 31 Songs for HalloweenEp. 17 - History of Halftime ShowsEp. 34 - Soul Train & BET's American SoulEp. 113 - Annie/MJ The Musical/West Side StoryEp. 121 - Janet Jackson DocumentaryEp. 159 - Thriller: Then & NowEp. 205 - 'NSYNC Top 10 FavsEp. 206 - Back To School PlaylistEp. 233 - Mariah Carey Top 10

Kirk's back again. We lost one of the greats this week, R.I.P to the legendary Frankie Beverly. We played a few from his band Maze to start the show, also a few tributes later on in the show. We also celebrate the release of the new Nathan Haines album 'Notes' which we played a few songs from. Also marking 50 years since the release of the Jackson Five's Dancing Machine album & 40 years since Stevie Wonder's The Woman In Red soundtrack album.  All that & loads more. Cheers.   

RIP Sérgio Mendes, Happy anniversary to @herbiehancock "Thrust" LP, Isleys @TheRealRonIsley "Live it up" LP, Jackson 5 "Dancing Machine", Ohio Players "Climax" (50!), and Talking Heads "Stop Making Sense", Rebbie Jackson "Centipede" (40), and Dwele "Rize" (20!). We are also joined by talented artists La Coco and Gene Rivers in studio. Salute!

Authenticity, what a can of worms. A beautiful gift of self acceptance, an appreciation of the wreck that you are and something that we for some reason forgo in the face of formality. Since working for a startup accelerator I've been privy to an entrepreneurial mindset of needing to build at the sake of authenticity. Be what you think an employer or partner wants you to be, hide your personality for the sake of your venture, "I aM a BuSInESS pErSoN." The examples go on and on and what I find so funny is that the advice from some of the most successful people I know contradicts the need to hide your authentic self. Building through authenticity is a way to avoid burnout, incorporate more fun into your day-to-day, and avoid creating something that doesn't serve your purpose. Our guest today is a fantastic example of this. Join Mid-Day Squares CoFounder, Rain Maker, Dancing Machine, Hype Man and Public Speaker Jake Karls and I as we explore Jake's entrepreneurial journey, talk mental health, and dive into the beautifully deep waters of authenticity. Connect with Jake and Mid-Day Squares on Social Media Instagram - @jakekarls_Instagram - middaysquaresLinkedIN - Jake KarlsLinkedIN - Mid-Day SquaresYoutube - Mid-Day SquaresConnect with Kyle and Life's a Wreck on Social Media Instragram - @moorzyyyInstragram - @lifesawreckpodcastYoutube - Life's A Wreck Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2GG Podcast: Jim is a Dancing Machine by Two Girls and a Guy

Episode 76 features Larry, Keith, & Scott taking turns drafting the greatest songs of 1979.   Link to Spotify playlist for this episode: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4KvKqcvv888otB6i9aUtaf?si=a850a590711449bc⁠   Link to Spotify honorable mentions playlist for this episode: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5Dzy00N2gNtXUsHR26DzwX?si=ec943c41516440e8  ⁠⁠⁠ Notes: There's a word in "Oliver's Army" that's offensive. But, context and intent are important, so here's Elvis in own words: "If I wrote that song today, maybe I'd think twice about it. That's what my grandfather was called in the British army – it's historically a fact – but people hear that word, go off like a bell, and accuse me of something that I didn't intend." Also, Michael Jackson did have some notable successes between "Ben" and "Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough" both with and without his brothers, including "Dancing Machine," "I am Love," "Just a Little Bit Of You," "Blame It On The Boogie," and "Shake Your Body (Down To The Ground)."

Show Notes Episode 402: Gene Gene the Dancing MACHINE This week Host Dave Bledsoe plops a brown paper bag over his head and tries to pass himself off as the unknown drunkard. (The bartender gonged him out of the bar. Again.) On the show this week we are talking about one of the most influential TV shows of all time. (For certain Gen X podcast hosts anyway): The Gong Show. Along the way we discover that Dave was not always the small, apathetic slacker he is now, he once had dreams. (Small, apathetic slacker dreams) Then we dive right into the creation of a talent show panel game show that broke barriers in the mid 1970's. (Admittedly the barriers were to good taste and decency.) We follow the show's inception as a fairly banal talent show into the pop culture phenomena that explains why large brass gongs are featured in every low rent talent show in America. (Talent shows are the largest single sales driver in the large brass gong market, after Nights in White Satin and Bohemian Rhapsody.) We talk about the secret ingredient that made the show click with TV audiences (raunchy humor) and why it eventually was kicked off daytime television. (raunchy humor and Jaye P Morgan's lovely breasts.) Finally, we wrestle with the complicated legacy of the show today. Also, Gene Gene the Dancing Machine! Our Sponsor this week is the St. Cyril & Methodius Roman Catholic Church of Boonton NJ annual Talent Night open audition call for the 36th largest Catholic talent show in northeastern New Jersey. We open with the trailer for the Gong Show Movie and close with the Gene, Gene the Dancing MACHINE!!!! Show Theme: Hypnostate Prelude to Common Sense The Show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheHell_Podcast The Show on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whatthehellpodcast/ The Show on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjxP5ywpZ-O7qu_MFkLXQUQ www.whatthehellpodcast.com Give us your money on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/Whatthehellpodcast The Show Line: 347 687 9601 Closing Music:https://youtu.be/EnBEmdxE_LA We are a proud member of the Seltzer Kings Podcast Network! http://seltzerkings.com/ Citations Needed: Major Bowes Amateur Hour https://www.otrcat.com/p/major-bowes Wikipedia: The Gong Show https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Gong_Show 45 Years Ago: 'The Gong Show' Makes TV Crazy  https://ultimateclassicrock.com/gong-show/ The Inspired Insanity of The Gong Show https://www.vulture.com/2012/03/the-inspired-insanity-of-the-gong-show.html Jamie Farr discusses "The Gong Show" https://interviews.televisionacademy.com/interviews/jamie-farr Uncited Additional Reading: https://www.toomanythoughtsmedia.com/gong-show-oral-history/ http://www.tvparty.com/recgong.html https://www.dannylockin.com/death.htm https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chuck_Barris https://www.metv.com/lists/11-gong-worthy-facts-about-the-gong-show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

I do not own the rights to any of this music. I guess I have to say that to not get banned? (I got banned anyway) Anyway today we gonna go over the best dance sequences in music videos, 200$ for some panties and much much more!!......Yea so you know.....TUNE IN LIKE AND SUB MFs!!!! Join us. Or get mixed Follow us on Social Media Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BanterandDeb... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/banter_and_... #music #podcasts #women

In the 70's there were a lot of choices. You could take the rocky mountain way to higher ground, or hitch a free ride on the midnight train to Georgia. You could choose to just keep on truckin' and be a rambling gypsy man. As you traveled further and further from home, at some point you realized that you had never been this far before. In the distance you saw a woman and thought, who's that lady? Is it Angie or could it be my Maria? In this episode we get it together and experience the ecstasy that was the Billboard Top 40 from the week ending September 29, 1973. Let's get it on! Link to a listing of the songs in this week's episode: https://top40weekly.com/1973-all-charts/#US_Top_40_Singles_Week_Ending_29th_September_1973 Data Sources: Billboard Magazine, where the charts came from and on what the countdown was based. Websites: allmusic.com, songfacts.com Wikipedia.com (because Marks lazy) Books: “Ranking the 70's” by Dann Isbell, and Bill Carroll “American Top 40 With Casey Kasem (The 1970's) by Pete Battistini. Also, a few interesting links to things we talked about in the episode: The Flip Wilson Show September 27, 1973: Let's Make a Deal: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eofQch_oLMo Pat Garrett & Billy the Kid Official Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a-e47wAkg9g THE JACKSON 5 - Bob Hope Special Appearance (perform “Get It Together and “Dancing Machine”) 26/09/73: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ZmnQ5E9FAo Basketball Jones Lyrics: https://genius.com/Cheech-and-chong-basketball-jones-lyrics Cleopatra Jones Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lPDNZ6SEcDw Al Green Here I Am Come & Take Me (Soul Train): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hFOjHS3XQ-g Cher Half-Breed Video From The Sonny & Cher Comedy Hour: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z6E98ZRaU1s Cher & The Osmonds - Stevie Wonder Medley (Live on The Cher Show, 1975):https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FJvITuejY4A

To our listening audience: It's time to get your groove on. Dancing has surged…

To our listening audience: It's time to get your groove on. Dancing has surged in popularity over the last few years, with television shows focused on competitive dance, fitness studios...

“Lorne Michaels” and “SNL” are essentially synonymous in this day and age, and his successful run as the show's producer has been legendary. But if we turn the clocks back to 1980, the view from the top of the Rock at NBC wasn't so rosy. Why, you might ask? Great question, you listener reading these notes! Rob teaches Ray about the falling out between Lorne and Fred Silverman that led to Lorne's departure from the very sketch show he had created; the short-lived tenure of his wildly unpopular replacement, Jean Doumanian; why Eddie Murphy is an MVP; and how this NBC staple managed to pull itself out of such a messy situation. If you like what we are doing, please support us on Patreon. TEAM Ray Hebel Robert W Schneider Mark Schroeder Billy Recce Daniel Schwartzberg Gabe Crawford Natalie DeSavia   ARTICLES AUDIO/VISUAL Episode Clips Al Franken's “Limo for a Lame-O” SNL ‘80 Promo SNL ‘80 Cold Open & Sketches Al Franken Roasts Jean Doumanian Music & Sound Effects Intro Music: SNL Theme 1986 Game Music: “Happy Bee” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com), Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Sketch Sound Effects: Home Phone Ringtone by garethtrooper Picking up and Hanging up Corded Phone by Everyday Cinematic Sounds Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The future king of pop, Michael Joseph Jackson, was born on August 29, 1958 in Gary, Indiana.   Joe Jackson, Michael's dad, was a former boxer and crane operator at U.S. Steel during the 1950s in Gary – according to a fantastic article by Rolling Stone, quoted in the book; Dave Marsh's Trapped: Michael Jackson and the Crossover Dream, there were actual quotas in place on how many black workers were allowed to move up the ladder into skilled trades in the city's mills. This idiocy meant black workers were paid less than white workers. Unfortunately, this also meant they were subject to higher rates of fatal industry-related illnesses – but Papa Joe hoped that music would lift his life. Michael's mother, Katherine Scruse, was from Alabama but lived in East Chicago, Indiana when she met Joe. Momma Katherine played clarinet and piano, had dreams of being a country-and-western performer, worked part-time at Sears, and was a Jehovah's Witness. She grew up listening to country & western music, and even though she had a dream to be a musician, she was stricken with a bout of polio that had left her with an unfortunate and permanent limp. Papa Joe and Momma Katherine were young when they married in 1949 and started on the idea of a big ol family. The first of the bunch was Maureen (aka Rebbie) in 1950, then Sigmund (aka Jackie) in 1951, Toriano (Tito) followed up in 1953, Jermaine in 1954, La Toya in 1956, Marlon in 1957. Then there came Michael in 1958, Randy in 1961, and little baby Janet in 1966, making her 16 years younger than Rebbie. Marlon was actually a twin but their brother, Brandon, died shortly after birth.   M.J. and his cluster of brothers and sisters constantly had music around them. Papa Joe was super into the new electric R&B sound tearing up Chicago, which wasn't far away, not to mention the beginning stages of early rock & roll. So Papa Joe formed a band with his brothers called "the Falcons," making some extra coin in the surrounding area at parties and small clubs. In his 1988 autobiography, Moonwalk, Michael wrote, "They would do some of the great early rock & roll and blues songs by Chuck Berry, Little Richard … you name it," Going on to say, "All those styles were amazing, and each had an influence on … us, though we were too young to know it at the time."   The Falcons eventually broke up, and Papa Joe put down his guitar and hid it in his bedroom closet. He wouldn't let anyone near it, let alone touch it, giving us insight into his control over the household. Regardless of Papa Joe's musical dismay, Momma Katherine taught her flock of kiddies how to harmonize while listening to her favorite country/western songs. Tito, just like daddy, was drawn to music and one day thought it was a bright idea to snag Papa Joe's precious guitar from the closet and take it to practice with his brothers. Well, guess what? He broke a string. Michael later said Joe whipped Tito for the infraction and, "he let him have it,." After the whoopin', Papa Joe told Tito to show him what he could do on the guitar. Well, Papa joe was floored. Tito impressed the crap out of him.   Is it possible that at that very moment, Papa Joe's lightbulb blew a breaker and saw his musical dreams come to fruition vicariously through his kids? First, he bought Tito his own guitar and taught him some Ray Charles music, then he got Jermaine a bass. Soon he was working all his sons into an ensemble. So, I'm going to say yes, the breaker blew. Papa Joe loved the blues, but he appreciated that his kids liked the new R&B – Motown and soul – and more than likely saw dollar signs every time they mentioned it. Joe wanted Jermaine to be the lead singer with Jackie and Tito, and Michael and Marlon playing the tambourine and congas. Michael has said that his father told him he had a "fat nose" (just a little foreshadowing here) and abused him during rehearsals. Michael recalled that Joe often sat in a chair with a belt in his hand as his children rehearsed, ready to punish any mistakes. Joe acknowledged that he regularly whipped Michael. Katherine said that although whipping came to be considered abuse, it was a common way to discipline children when Michael was growing up. Jackie, Tito, Jermaine, and Marlon have said that their father wasn't abusive and that the whippings, which were harder on Michael because he was younger, kept them disciplined and out of trouble. Michael said his childhood was lonely and isolated.   At just four years old, Momma Katherine saw Michael singing along to a James Brown song, and she saw – in both his voice and moves – he was already better than his older brother. So she told Joe, "I think we have another lead singer." Katherine would later say that sometimes Michael's precocious abilities frightened her – she probably saw that his childhood might give way to stardom – but she also noticed that there was something undeniable about his young voice. Michael was also a natural entertainer. He absolutely loved singing and dancing, and because he was so young, the choice was clear, Michael was young, AND Michael was BAD. Get it? No? He was fantastic, OK?   Joe Jackson was good at what he did. "He knew exactly what I had to do to become a professional," Michael later said. "He taught me exactly how to hold a mic, make gestures to the crowd, and handle an audience." But by Joe's own admission, he was also unrelenting. "When I found out that my kids were interested in becoming entertainers, I really went to work with them," he told the time in 1984. "I rehearsed them about three years before I turned them loose. That's practically every day, for at least two or three hours. … They got a little upset about the whole thing in the beginning because the other kids were out having a good time. … Then I saw that after they became better, they enjoyed it more." That isn't always how Michael remembered it. "We'd perform for him, and he'd critique us," he wrote in Moonwalk. "If you messed up, you got hit, sometimes with a belt, sometimes with a switch. … I'd get beaten for things that happened mostly outside rehearsal. Dad would make me so mad and hurt that I'd try to get back at him and get beaten all the more. I'd take a shoe and throw it at him, or I'd just fight back, swinging my fists. That's why I got it more than all my brothers combined. I'd fight back, and my father would kill me, just tear me up." Those moments – and probably many more – created a loss that Jackson never got over. He was essential to the family's music-making, but there was no other bond between father and son. Again, from Moonwalk: "One of the few things I regret most is never being able to have a real closeness with him. He built a shell around himself over the years, and once he stopped talking about our family business, he found it hard to relate to us. We'd all be together, and he'd just leave the room."   Around 1964, Joe began entering the Jackson brothers in talent contests, many of which they handily won. Michael started sharing lead vocals with Jermaine, and the group's name was changed to the Jackson 5. In 1965, the group won a talent show; Michael performed the dance to Robert Parker's 1965 song "Barefootin'" and sang the Temptations' "My Girl." From 1966 to 1968, the Jackson 5 toured the Midwest; they frequently played at a string of black clubs known as the Chitlin' Circuit as the opening act for artists such as Sam & Dave, the O'Jays, Gladys Knight, and Etta James. Oh, and James Brown. No one was as important to Michael as James Brown.  "I knew every step, every grunt, every spin and turn," he recalled. "He would give a performance that would exhaust you, just wear you out emotionally. His whole physical presence, the fire coming out of his pores, would be phenomenal. You'd feel every bead of sweat on his face, and you'd know what he was going through….You couldn't teach a person what I've learned just standing and watching." The chitlin circuit was a collection of performance venues throughout the eastern, southern, and upper Midwest areas of the United States that provided commercial and cultural acceptance for African American musicians, comedians, and other entertainers during the era of racial segregation in the United States through the 1960s. The Jackson 5 also performed at clubs and cocktail lounges, where striptease shows were featured, and local auditoriums and high school dances. In August 1967, while touring the East Coast, they won a weekly amateur night concert at the Apollo Theater in Harlem, NY.   "At first, I told myself they were just kids," Joe said in 1971. "I soon realized they were very professional. There was nothing to wait for. The boys were ready for stage training, and I ran out of reasons to keep them from the school of hard knocks." So in 1966, he booked his sons into Gary's black nightclubs and some in Chicago. Many of the clubs served alcohol and several featured strippers. "This is quite a life for a nine-year-old," Katherine would remind her husband, but Joe was undaunted. "I used to stand in the wings of this one place in Chicago and watch a lady whose name was Mary Rose," Michael recalled. "This girl would take off her clothes and panties and throw them to the audience. The men would pick them up and sniff them and yell. My brothers and I would be watching all this, taking it in, and my father wouldn't mind." Sam Moore of Sam and Dave recalled Joe locking Michael – who was maybe 10 years old – in a dressing room while Joe went off on his own adventures. Michael sat alone for hours. He also later recalled having to go onstage even if he'd been sick in bed that day.   On those tours, the most famous place was the Apollo in New York, where the Jackson 5 won an Amateur Night show in 1967. Joe had invested everything he had in his sons' success, though any accurate recognition or profit would also be his success. While on the circuit, Joe had known Gladys Knight, who was enjoying a string of small wins with Motown, America's pre-eminent black pop label. With the encouragement of both Knight and Motown R&B star Bobby Taylor, of Bobby Taylor and the Vancouvers, Joe took his sons to Detroit to audition for the label after they opened for Taylor at Chicago's Regal Theater in 1968. Taylor produced some of their early Motown recordings, including a version of "Who's Lovin' You."   In 1969, Motown moved the Jackson family to Los Angeles, set them up at the homes of Diana Ross and the label's owner, Berry Gordy, and began grooming them. Finally, Motown executives decided Ms. Ross should introduce the Jackson 5 to the public. Michael remembered Gordy telling them, "I'm gonna make you the biggest thing in the world. … Your first record will be a number one, your second record will be a number one, and so will your third record. Three number-one records in a row."  In 1959, Gordy founded Tamla Records – which soon became known as Motown – in Detroit. By the time he signed the Jackson 5, Motown had long enjoyed its status as the most essential black-owned and -operated record label in America, spawning the successes of Smokey Robinson and the Miracles, the Temptations, Mary Wells, the Four Tops, and Diana Ross and the Supremes, among others. Unlike Stax and Atlantic, Motown's soul wasn't incredibly bluesy or gritty, nor was it music that spoke explicitly to social matters or to the black struggle in the U.S. By its nature, the label exemplified black achievement. Still, its music was made to be consumed by the pop mainstream – which of course, meant a white audience as much as a black one (the label's early records bore the legend "The Sound of Young America"). At the time, rock music was exceedingly becoming a medium for full-length albums. However, Motown maintained its identity as a label that manufactured hit singles, despite groundbreaking albums by Stevie Wonder and Marvin Gaye. Gordy was looking for a singles-oriented group to deliver hits for young people and give them somebody to identify as their own and admire. The Jackson 5, Gordy said, would exemplify "bubblegum soul." The Jackson 5 made their first television appearance in 1969 in the Miss Black America pageant, performing a cover of "It's Your Thing." Rolling Stone later described the young Michael as "a prodigy" with "overwhelming musical gifts" who "quickly emerged as the main draw and lead singer."   The Jackson 5's first three singles – "I Want You Back," "ABC" and "The Love You Save" – became Number One hits as Gordy had promised, and so did a fourth, "I'll Be There." "I Want You Back" became the first Jackson 5 song to reach number one on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100; it stayed there for four weeks. It was originally written for Gladys Knight and The Pips and Diana Ross. The group was established as the breakout sensation of 1970. Fred Rice, who would create Jackson 5 merchandise for Motown, said, "I call 'em the black Beatles. … It's unbelievable." And he was right. The Jackson 5 defined the transition from 1960s soul to 1970s pop as much as Sly and the Family Stone. When many Americans were uneasy about minority aspirations to power, the Jackson 5 displayed an agreeable ideal of black pride, reflecting kinship and aspiration rather than opposition. Moreover, they represented a realization that the civil rights movement made possible, which couldn't have happened even five or six years earlier. Not to mention, the Jackson 5 earned the respect of the critics. Reviewing "I Want You Back" in Rolling Stone, Jon Landau wrote, "The arrangement, energy and simple spacing of the rhythm all contribute to the record's spellbinding impact." Yes, we all they were a fantastic group. However, there was no question about who the Jackson 5's true star was and who they depended on. Michael's voice also worked beyond conventional notions of male-soul vocals – it surpassed genders. Cultural critic and musician Jason King wrote, "It is not an exaggeration to say that he was the most advanced popular singer of his age in the history of recorded music. His untrained tenor was uncanny. By all rights, he shouldn't have had as much vocal authority as he did at such a young age." In May 1971, the Jackson family moved into a large house on a two-acre estate in Encino, California. Michael turned from a child performer into a heart-throbbing teen idol during this period.   Michael and his brothers seemed like they were everywhere for at least the first few years and enjoyed the praise of the masses. But soon, they experienced some problematic limitations. The music they were making wasn't really of invention – they didn't write or produce it – and after Michael was relegated to recording throwback tunes like "Rockin' Robin," in 1972, he worried that the Jackson 5 would become an "oldies act" before he left adolescence.    Michael released four solo studio albums with Motown: Got to Be There (1972), Ben (1972), Music & Me (1973), and Forever, Michael(1975). "Got to Be There" and "Ben," the title tracks from his first two solo albums, sold well as singles, as did a cover of the aforementioned, Bobby Day's "Rockin' Robin."   They were frustrated by Motown's refusal to give creative input, so The Jackson 5 started producing themselves and creating their own sound. When given creative leeway, Stevie Wonder and Marvin Gaye showed the ability to grow and change – and sell records. And with 1974's "Dancing Machine," the Jacksons proved they could thrive when they tackled a funk groove and brought the robot dance into popularity. Motown, however, wouldn't consider it. "They not only refused to grant our requests," Michael said in Moonwalk, "they told us it was taboo to even mention that we wanted to do our own music." Michael understood this: Motown would not let the Jackson 5 grow. But unfortunately, they also wouldn't let him grow as an artist. So Michael waited, studying the producers he and his brothers worked with. "I was like a hawk preying in the night," he said. "I'd watch everything. They didn't get away with nothing without me seeing. I really wanted to get into it."   In 1975, The Jackson 5 left Motown, and Joe Jackson negotiated a new deal for his sons with Epic Records for a 500 percent royalty-rate increase and renamed themselves the Jacksons, with younger brother Randy joining the band around this time. The contract also stipulated solo albums from the Jacksons (though the arrangement did not include Jermaine, who married Gordy's daughter Hazel and stayed with Motown, creating a rift with the family that lasted for several years). Motown tried to block the deal and stopped the brothers from using the Jackson 5 name. Instead, epic initially placed them with Philadelphia producers Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff. Still, it wouldn't be until 1978's "Destiny" that the Jacksons, with Michael as their primary songwriter, finally took control over their music and rebranded their sound with the dance-tastic hits "Blame It on the Boogie" and "Shake Your Body (Down to the Ground)," while bringing a newly found emotional embellishment in songs like "Push Me Away" and "Bless His Soul." Destiny, however, was just the start. After that, Michael was ready to make significant changes to establish his dominance as a solo artist.    In 1977, Michael moved to New York City to star as the Scarecrow in The Wiz. It costarred Diana Ross, Nipsey Russell, and Ted Ross. The movie was a box-office failure but has gained significant traction as a cult classic. Its score was arranged by a gentleman named Quincy Jones, who later produced three of Michael's solo albums. In New York, Jackson often hung out at the Studio 54 nightclub, where he discovered early hip hop; this influenced his beatboxing on future tracks such as "Working Day and Night." In 1978, Jackson broke his nose during a dance routine. A rhinoplasty led to breathing difficulties that later affected his career.    During this time, he fired his father as his manager and found himself a new father figure, that guy Quincy Jones. Jones was a respected jazz musician, bandleader, composer, and arranger who had worked with Clifford Brown, Frank Sinatra, Lesley Gore, Count Basie, Aretha Franklin, and Paul Simon. In addition, he wrote the film scores for The Pawnbroker, In Cold Blood, and In the Heat of the Night.    Michael liked Quincy's ear for mixing complex hard beats with soft overlayers. "It was the first time that I fully wrote and produced my songs," Jackson said later, "and I was looking for somebody who would give me that freedom, plus somebody who's unlimited musically." Specifically, Michael said his solo album had to sound different than the Jacksons; he wanted a cleaner and funkier sound. These two getting together was history in the making. Quincy brought an ethereal buoyancy to Michael's 5th solo album, Off the Wall, and his soft erotic fever on songs like "Rock With You" and "Don't Stop' Til You Get Enough," and in a fantastic moment like "She's Out of My Life," Where Quincy pulled out and left the intense heartbreak in Michael's voice. The tears in She's Out of My Life are real. Jackson would break down in tears at the end of each studio take. "We recorded about - I don't know - 8 to 11 takes, and every one at the end, he just cried," producer Quincy Jones said. "I said, 'Hey - that's supposed to be, leave it on there.'" The resulting album was a massive hit, selling more than 5 million copies in the U.S. alone by 1985 and producing four top ten singles. It reached number 3 on the Billboard 200 and sold more than 20 million copies worldwide. “Don't Stop Til You Get Enough” was solely written by Michael. He decided to write the song after constantly humming the melody at home.   Michael won three American Music Awards for his solo work in 1980: Favorite Soul/R&B Album, Favorite Soul/R&B Male Artist, and Favorite Soul/R&B Single for "Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough." He also won a Grammy Award for Best Male R&B Vocal Performance for "Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough." However, he thought he should have taken away more.  The Doobie Brothers' "What a Fool Believes" won Record of the Year, and Billy Joel's 52nd Street won Album of the Year. Michael was stunned and kind of bitter. "My family thought I was going crazy because I was weeping so much about it," he later said. "I felt ignored and it hurt. I said to myself, 'Wait until next time' – they won't be able to ignore the next album. … That experience lit a fire in my soul."  Michael told Quincy and others that his next album wouldn't simply be more immense than "Off the Wall," it would be the biggest album ever. Man, he wasn't lying.   In 1981, Michael was the American Music Awards winner for Favorite Soul/R&B Album and Favorite Soul/R&B Male Artist. In 1980, he secured the highest royalty rate in the music industry: 37 percent of wholesale album profit.   So what are royalties, you may ask? Music royalties are compensation payments received by songwriters, composers, recording artists, and their respective representatives in exchange for the licensed use of their music.   Michael recorded with Freddie Mercury, the star-studded frontman of future Icons Queen, from 1981 to 1983, recording demos of "State of Shock," "Victory," and "There Must Be More to Life Than This." The recordings were supposed to be for an album of duets, but, according to Queen's manager Jim Beach, the relationship went to crap when Jackson brought a llama into the recording studio. Yes, a llama. Also, Michael was upset by Mercury's drug use. But yet... a llama.  Luckily, those songs were released in 2014. Michael recorded "State of Shock" with Mick Jagger for the Jacksons' album Victory (1984), the fifteenth studio album by the Jacksons. The album was the only album to include all six Jackson brothers together as an official group; also, it was the band's last album to be entirely recorded with Michael as lead singer. In 1982, Michael contributed "Someone in the Dark" to the audiobook for the film E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial.

He's an original member of the legendary Jackson 5, who churned out a plethora of hits from the mid-‘60s well into the late ‘80s. One of the brothers of the group, Tito Jackson, remains active in the recording industry. The singer/songwriter and guitarist speaks unguarded with I SEE U host Eddie Robinson about his relationship with the other siblings in the Jackson family, the racism he and his brothers experienced while on tour, as well as their electrifying TRIUMPH album, which set the stage for the biggest selling album of all-time by his younger brother, Michael.

Michael Jackson nació un 29 de Agosto en Gary, en el estado de Indiana, Joseph y Katherine Jackson tuvieron nueve hijos,Michael fue el séptimo, con tan solo 11 años ya compartir escenario con sus hermanos, con solo 5 ya se pudo intuir su gran talento cantando en una actuación navideña en el colegio. Corrían los años 60, la carrera artística de Michael con sus hermanos comenzaba, pero también comenzaron las presiones por vender y las disputas con sus hermanos, todo formo parte de la indisoluble niñez, que culmino cuando a los 12 años ya era considerado un estrella mundial.Playlist del programa:00 - Intro-Michael Jackson-P.Y.T..01 - The Jackson 5-I Want You Back.02 - The Jackson 5-Goin' Back To Indiana.03 - The Jackson 5-Never Can Say Goodbye.04 - The Jackson 5-Little Bitty Pretty One.05 - The Jackson 5-You Made Me What I Am.06 - The Jackson 5-Dancing Machine.07 - The Jackson 5-What You Don't Know.08 - The Jacksons-Forever Came Today.09 - The Jacksons-Think Happy.10 - The Jacksons-Goin' Places.11 - The Jacksons-All Night Dancin'.12 - The Jacksons-Can You Feel It.13 - The Jacksons-Wait.14 - The Jacksons-State Of Shock feat. Mick Jagger).15 - Blaudzun-Solar (Despedida).

Believe it or not, Fly Like an Eagle is the ninth studio album by the Steve Miller Band.  Guitarist, lead singer, and founder Steve Miller got his start in Chicago playing the blues.  He formed the Steve Miller Blues Band after moving to San Francisco in 1966, and shortened it to the Steve Miller Band not long after its formation.  The band started with a psychedelic rock feel in their first albums, transitioning to a more straightforward rock sound with the 1973 album  The Joker, and continuing with their 1976 release, Fly Like an Eagle.This album was largely written by Miller who also produced it and provided vocals, guitar, and keyboards.  Additional personnel were Lonnie Turner on bass, and Gary Mallaber on percussion.  Miller was not satisfied with the recording studios where he had recorded previous albums, and built his own studio at his home in the Pacific Northwest where he would record his next album.  This also explains the multi-year break between The Joker and Fly Like an Eagle.The Steve Miller Band had experienced commercial success with the album The Joker, but Fly Like an Eagle would take that success to a new level with three hit singles.  Fly Like an Eagle would eventually be certified quadruple platinum, and Rolling Stone would declare it the best album of 1976.Both this album and the next, 1977's Book of Dreams were recorded at the same time.  However, Miller decided to release the two as separate albums rather than as a double album.  Both would be hits, and would constitute the heart of commercial success from the Steve Miller Band along with 1973's The Joker."  Take the Money and RunThe first single from the album tells the story of Billy Joe and Bobby Sue, a Bonnie-and-Clyde set of criminals, and the Texas police officer chasing them.  It is a road trip song, inspired by Miller's trips with family, listening to the radio in the car.Wild Mountain HoneyThis song is a slower and deeper cut off the album, and hearkens back to the psychedelic Steve Miller Band days.  "You run for the money but you don't even know about wild mountain honey."  Miller plays the sitar on this track.    SerenadeA serenade from the stars!  Another deep track, the song's message appears to be both local and cosmic.  The guitar has a Spanish feel that gives off a road trip - and trippy - vibe as it switches between major and minor chords.  There's also a bit of a lag between the lyrics and the musical beat which gives it an unusual style.Rock'n MeThe second single from the album hit number 1 on the Billboard Hot 100.  Miller said he was inspired by Free's "All Right Now," and it was an anthem for large concert venues.  Calling out the cities of the tour was sure to be a crowd pleaser.   ENTERTAINMENT TRACK:"Gene Gene, the Dancing Machine from the television series “The Gong Show”This show was raw comedy and a staple of syndicated afternoon reruns when we were growing up.  Gene Gene, the Dancing Machine was a technician on the show who would come out and do a dance routine toward the end of the show.  Bad, but in a good way. STAFF PICKS:Fool To Cry by the Rolling StonesBrian leads off the staff picks with a mellow number from Mick Jagger and company off the Rolling Stones Black and Blue album.  It was the only song from the album to chart.  In this ballad, Jagger is talking to his daughter at first, then his lover, and both tell him the same thing - "you're a fool to cry, and it makes me wonder why."A Trick of the Tail by GenesisBruce's staff pick features the first single from Genesis with Phil Collins taking over vocals.  The song tells about The Beast who leaves his kingdom of gold to enter the human world.  He is captured and put into a carnival freak show, but escapes by convincing his captors that he can take them to his city of gold. Nobody's Fault But Mine by Led ZeppelinWayne rocks out with the hit from Led Zeppelin's Presence album.  Blind Willie Johnson originally recorded this song in 1928.  Page and Plant took credit for writing it originally, but credited Johnson later and downgraded their credits to "arranged by" rather than claiming to have written it.Silly Love Songs by Paul McCartney and WingsRob  gets "soppy" with this upbeat number from Wings.  McCartney wrote this in response to John Lennon's critique that McCartney wrote "sentimental slush."  Paul McCartney was not afraid to write love songs, and musically asks "what's wrong with that?" here in this pop hit.   COMEDY TRACK:One Piece at a Time by Johnny Cash and Tennessee ThreeWe finish off this week's podcast with a novelty song that would be the last top 40 hit from Johnny Cash.

On this segment of Sunday Morning Stories, Uzzah dies, David dances with all his might, Micahal looks down with disgust, and Israel celebrates like they won the championship. MooreSubstance@gmail.com

Nate & Meg (Dancing Machine) Part 2 by Live 95.5

Nate & Meg (Dancing Machine) Part 1 by Live 95.5

Jacob and Aaron explore the readings for the Seventh Sunday after Pentecost, which are (in Track 1) 2 Samuel 6:1-5, 12b-19, Ephesians 1:3-14, and Mark 6:14-29.

“Heeeeeere’s Episode 50!” The boys are celebrating a year of hot, buttery cinematic nostalgia by jumping back to May 23rd, 1980 and taking a deep dive into THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK, THE SHINING, and THE GONG SHOW MOVIE. Grab your axe, slice open that dead Tauntaun and lie back and relax with Rip Taylor and the gang, ‘cus it’s Episode 50 of Opening Weekend!May 23, 1980: a day filled with Jedis, Jack, and GENE, GENE, THE DANCING MACHINE!!!! It was a spring filled with so much excitement for our three young podcasters: Dan was salivating over his new Millennium Falcon toy; Jason was salivating over the marriage of his sister’s Cher doll to Chewbacca; Fred was salivating over…Time Magazine? And, oh, the anticipation! Will Darth Vader catch up to Luke and the Rebels? Will Danny Torrance make it through that hedge-maze with all his limbs intact? Will Jamie Farr gong that 85 year old woman playing the violin with a chicken bone while her husband smashes pickles against his bare chest? GONG, BABY, GONG!  While Jack Nicholson was huffing and puffing, Chuck Barris was cutting and snorting.  And if you thought Yoda had a wacky voice, wait until you meet my little mouth-friend Tony! Tony? Wait…what’s that, Tony? You want me to talk more about…oh, I don’t think I can do that, Tony.  Really? You want me to talk more about…”Zapped”? REDRUM REDRUM SCATMAN REDRUM!And, throw on your tux, spit-polish that thorax, and get ready to Kripp AND Dorf, cus the boys are celebrating their 50th episode with the “Wedding of The Century” as super fan/hybridized murder-hornet-woman, Sheila, finally ties the knot with Richard Dreyfuss! Wait, wha…GONG!!!!!!!!!

I sat down with singer-songwriter Mikhail Mironov, known for his songs, 'Love You,' 'DOB,' and 'Dancing Machine.' We talked about his personal experience in the music industry, taking a deep dive in the good, bad and ugly. Find us on @ownthelight and @iseeyourtalent. Find Mike here: https://www.instagram.com/mikenovamusic/ Email us at iseeyourtalent@ownthelight.com

Who wants to join the Heffron & Reep Pickleball team?John and Jon discuss the need to retire the phrase "HEADS UP!" and move to something less dangerous.Heffron discusses his wrestling days, while Jon talks openly about his regret in playing jokes on an old school mate (#SorryGardner).And the return of the Hickory Dancing Machine, live on the Heffron & Reep Podcast.

Clay Travis talks about his winning football picks and jumps back into his Kyler Murray versus Lamar Jackson topic. FOX's Joel Klatt joins the show to address the funky FOX video that went viral over the weekend and talks everything college football with Clay! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

TRACKLISTJackson 5 - Dancing MachineDeelicious - Washing MachineLadies On Mars - Boogie On TimeLuna City Express feat. Dimondancer - R.E.M.S3A - lll HeritageSebb Junior - Dolla BillYold - Flex UpDeee-lite - Groove Is In The HeartTodd Terry & J Paul Getto - Hold Your HeadTom Tom Club - Genius Of LoveLady Gaga - AlicePete Heller - Big LoveAndy Buchan x Bohannon - Let's Start ll Dance AgainNathan Barato feat. Room 303 - Everytime I See YouGrace Jones - Slave To The RhythmPrince - Chelsea Rodgers

TRACKLISTJackson 5 - Dancing MachineDeelicious - Washing MachineLadies On Mars - Boogie On TimeLuna City Express feat. Dimondancer - R.E.M.S3A - lll HeritageSebb Junior - Dolla BillYold - Flex UpDeee-lite - Groove Is In The HeartTodd Terry & J Paul Getto - Hold Your HeadTom Tom Club - Genius Of LoveLady Gaga - AlicePete Heller - Big LoveAndy Buchan x Bohannon - Let's Start ll Dance AgainNathan Barato feat. Room 303 - Everytime I See YouGrace Jones - Slave To The RhythmPrince - Chelsea Rodgers

WOW! What a fun episode this week! We get into our usual quarantine helpline, our sports talk skinny, and of course questions, questions, and questions. Make sure you stick around for the end to hear an epic wedding story!

Messenger-Inquirer reporter Christie Netherton talks with Tayvis Akpan who is known around Owensboro as "the Dancing Man." In this episode, Tayvis talks about why he dances and what he thinks about the attention he's received from it.

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Another dope interview with someone I truly admire for their natural gift in the world of dance. I got to sit down with SLAVIK from So You Think You Can Dance to talk about coming to the US from the Ukraine and getting into the US Hip-Hop Dance culture, his rise to success through the So You Think You Can Dance platform, being a bad ass chameleon without much formal training and smashing it in all genres of dance! This dude has pure talent, drive and swag seeping from his pores! We are just seeing the start of his long up and coming career in Hollywood! Check out all his rad dance vids on his Instagram: @itsslavik UNnormalized Socials: Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1QwCb3_IWDkZQXbgyAMQHQ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unnormalizedpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/unnormalizedpodcast Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/unnormalizedpod Snapchat: getunnormalized BIO: https://unnormalizedpodcas.wixsite.com/podcast Go to the below podcast providers and hit like or subscribe... Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unnormalized-the-podcast/id1472908675?uo=4 Google Podcasts: https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy9jNjJlZDA4L3BvZGNhc3QvcnNz Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2VOxGANfZ6Cwh2Hyo2jpZl Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/unnormalized-the-podcast Anchor: https://anchor.fm/unnormalized-the-podcast Breaker: https://www.breaker.audio/unnormalized-the-podcast Pocket Casts: https://pca.st/Y629 Radio Public: https://radiopublic.com/unnormalized-the-podcast-GZ0OZe --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unnormalized-the-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unnormalized-the-podcast/support

Heavy beats, twisted melodies and Hollandse gezelligheid, anything goes in Powermode Episode 21! Straight out of the Ziggo Dome, Primeshock presents the 21st Episode of Powermode, still buzzing from X-Qlusive Holland. Grab yourself a Dutch snack and get ready for a ride through the Hardstyle spectrum in #PWM21. Turn it up and let yourself go, this is Powermode! #PWM21 | Powermode - Presented by Primeshock “Primeshock” is the direct effect of a Hardstyle bomb that dropped too hard. Devouring the Hard Dance scene with a raging flood of energy, their shockwave is expanding at the speed of sound! Primeshock delivers crazy powerful sets that will pump up crowds and blow up stages. In addition they represent the best Hardstyle in their monthly Powermode Podcast, broadcasted at Q-dance Radio. Primeshock. Your shock of energy. ⚡ ▼ Follow Primeshock:http://www.primeshocklive.comhttp://www.primeshocklive.com/facebookhttp://www.primeshocklive.com/spotifyhttp://www.primeshocklive.com/soundcloudhttp://www.primeshocklive.com/mixcloudhttp://www.primeshocklive.com/youtubehttp://www.primeshocklive.com/instagramhttp://www.primeshocklive.com/twitter ♫ Follow the Powermode Hardstyle Playlist on Spotify! http://www.primeshocklive.com/powermode-spotify Tracklist:00. Powermode intro (00:00:00)01. Da Tweekaz & Crystal Lake - Keep On Rockin' (00:00:29)02. The Pitcher - Sky Rocket (00:03:22)03. Headhunterz - From Within (00:05:40)04. Scope DJ - Rock Hypnotic Again (2011 Refixx) (00:08:44)05. Zany & Noisecontrollers - Delomelancum (00:11:32)06. DJ Phil TY - Miami Belch (Polite Mix) (00:13:40)07. D-Block & S-te-Fan ft. MC Villain - Part Of The Hard (Bioweapon Remix) (00:15:34)08. Atmozfears & Devin Wild ft. David Spekter - Breathe (00:19:37)09. Maxter - You're Not Alone (00:22:35)10. Toneshifterz - I Want To Party (00:26:03)11. Headhunterz - Orange Heart (feat. Sian Evans) (00:27:19)12. Broken Element - How It's Done (00:30:32)13. Coone - Robotz (00:31:28)14. Primeshock - Target Training (XQ Holland Nederland In Beweging Edit) (00:34:35)15. Devin Wild - Rescue Me (00:37:11)16. Technoboy & Activator - Steam Train (00:39:06)17. Noisecontrollers & Bass Modulators - Holding On (00:43:11)18. Alpha2 - Let It Go (00:44:42)19. Phuture Noize - Drift Away (00:46:02)20. Brennan Heart - Running Late (Brennan Heart & Code Black MF Earthquake Rawmix) (00:49:25)21. Frontliner - External Life (00:52:11)22. Dee-Block & S-te-Pack - Blade Me Now (00:54:02)23. Geck-o - Dancing Machine (00:56:38)24. Jan Smit - Vrienden Voor Het Leven (Retrospect & Primeshock Remix) (00:58:30)

In Episode 4, I got to sit down and chat with a good friend of mine from my college days, Mr. Chris Gauntlett aka Mr. Dancing Machine aka @juslisenradio . We talked about the pressures and joys of being a first time parent, the expectations of being a father, is a

Today The Menace's Attic/Just Another Menace Sunday​Bombshell Radio Today's Bombshell (Bombshell Radio)1pm-2pm EST 10am-11am PDT 6pm-7pm BST bombshellradio.comRepeats Friday 5pm ESTAnd Sundays 6pm EST#classics #pop #rock #classicrock #themenacesattic #BombshellRadioThis Week – Episode #896(05/04/2019) “One Would Think After This Many Shows, I’d Run Out Of Weird Deep Covers, Hits You’ve Forgotten And Of Course Some You Wish You Did. Of Course One Is The Loneliest Number, And So Since There’s No Two In This Week’s Episode Number, I Think We Should Stop Thinking And Start Attic-ing!" Opening Song How Much Love – Leo Sayer (Warner Bros.)Set #1 While I Can’t Promise You A Total Eclipse, I Definitely Know We’re Heading For Some Interplanetary Cover.Have You Ever Seen The Rain – Bonnie Tyler (Columbia)Under The Boardwalk – Tom Tom Club (Sire)Edge Of The Universe – Bee Gees (RSO)Set #2 I’ve Always Been Realistic About Love, You Have To Suck A Lot Of Lemons To Find A Top Banana Who’s More Than A Looky Loo!Things I’d Like To Say – New Colony Six (Mercury)One Bad Apple – Osmonds (MGM)Let’s Take A Walk – The Tourists (Epic)I Heard A Rumor – Bananarama (London)Set #3 It’s Time For The Final Vinyl Edition Of The Dennis The Menace Dancing! Dancing! Dancing Machine!Apache Dancing – The Bongos (RCA)Downtown – B-52’s (Warner Bros.)California Soul – Edwin Starr (Gordy)Set #4 When Things In Your Relationship Get Crazy, Remember That Begging Might Get You A Top 40 Hit, But When You’re Out Of Heavy Rotation – Oh C’mon There’s No Way This Intro Is Going To Get You The Action You Want Jackson!Stillsane – Carolyn Mas (Mercury)Happy Ending – Joe Jackson (A&M)C’mon Marianne – Four Seasons (Philips)Closing Song Atomic – Blondie (Chrysalis)

Topics: Black Women vis-a-vis White Women in the feminist community, Funk Music, Claudine (film), Good Times (TV show). (Bonus Artist: hidingtobefound)   1974   ...fyi "Claudine" is free on Youtube: https://youtu.be/tJUiV9Pnwps   General News   Richard Nixon STILL President. but not for long.   Vietnam War: Wrapping up active combat.   Feb - Newspaper heiress Patricia Hearst kidnapped. 2 months later she participates in a bank robbery.   Apr - Hank Aaron of the Atlanta Braves breaks Babe Ruth's home run record   Jul - Watergate scandal: The House Judiciary Committee adopts 3 articles of impeachment, charging President Nixon with obstruction of justice, failure to uphold laws, and refusal to produce subpoenaed material.   Aug - Richard Nixon resigns as President of the United States. President Gerald Ford is sworn in. Ford later pardons Nixon for any crimes Nixon may have committed while in office.   Sep - Stuntman Evel Knievel fails in his attempt to rocket across the Snake River Canyon in Idaho.   Oct -The Rumble in the Jungle. Muhammad Ali knocks out George Foreman to regain the Heavyweight title, which had been stripped from him 7 years earlier.   1974 minimum wage = $2hr/$80wk/$4kyrly - 2018 = $10.50/$420/$21k   Avg. House Price = $9,942    Avg. Annual Income = $13,9k   Avg. Monthly Rent = $185   Gallon of Gas = 42c    Dozen Eggs = 45c   9% unemployment vs Black unemployment 15%   Open Comments:   Top Pop Singles:   "The Way We Were", Barbra Streisand   "Seasons in the Sun", Terry Jacks   "Love's Theme", Love Unlimited Orchestra   Grammy Awards for 1974   ROY: Olivia Newton-John, "I Honestly Love You"   AOY: Stevie Wonder, Fulfillingness' First Finale   SOY: "The Way We Were", Barbra Streisand   New Artist: Marvin Hamlisch   Top Grossing Movies   Blazing Saddles   The Towering Inferno   The Trial of Billy Jack   Top TV Shows   All in the Family   Sanford and Son   Chico and the Man   Debut Shows   Feb - Good Times (a spinoff of Maude) (1974–79)   Sep - That's My Mama (1974–1975)   Open Comments:   Black Snapshots   Gail Cobb (@24yrs), Black Washington D.C. police officer: The first U.S. woman police officer killed in the line of duty.   Maya Angelou: Gather Together in My Name, the second of seven autobiographies.   James Baldwin: If Beale Street Could Talk, a love story set in Harlem in the early 1970's.   Reader's Digest publishes the first excerpts from Roots in May and June. They said it was an epic work, "destined to become a classic of American literature."   Univ. of Penn publishes a study concluding IQ tests are biased towards whites   Cicely Tyson 2 Emmys for The Autobiography of Miss Jane.   Richard Pryor Emmy for Lily Tomlins TV special   Open Comments:   Social Scene: Sisters Gonna Work It Out   Social Scene: Women's issues   Sept: President Gerald Ford meets with women's groups and it was the first time a president of NOW had been invited to the White House.   Apr - The first industry-wide race and sex discrimination settlement, steel companies settled with the Labor Department for approximately $56 million.   May - AT&T signed a $30 million consent decree with the EEOC for back pay to victims of sex discrimination. Companies agreed to equalize starting salaries for men and women and guarantee that both sexes would receive equal pay in promotions. It provided May - Bank of America agrees to pay $10 million in compensatory salary increases to its women employees.   Jul - Eleven women were ordained as the first female priests of the Episcopal Church.   Mar - Helen Thomas named White House reporter for UPI. It was the first time a woman had held such a position.   Apr. - Julia Phillips wins Oscar for "The Sting.", the first by a woman movie producer.   Aug - The Fair Housing Act of 1968 extended to prohibit discrimination based on sex.   Oct - The Equal Credit Opportunity Act prohibits discrimination in consumer credit practices based on sex. (Lindy Boggs added the provision without informing fellow committee members)   The Big Backlash Begins   Jan - The "March for Life", an annual rally protesting both the practice and legality of abortion was organized for the first time.    Open Comments:   Four Sisters put there foot down and make the world turn   Washington: Before Barack there was Barbara   Barbara Charline Jordan (@ 38yrs), lawyer, educator, politician, and Civil Rights leader.   Born and raised in Houston   Democrat and the first African American elected to the Texas Senate.   After Reconstruction, the first Southern African-American woman elected to the HOR   Best known for her eloquent opening statement at the House Judiciary Committee hearings during the impeachment process against Richard Nixon   Also, the first African-American and the first woman to deliver a keynote address at a Democratic National Convention in 1976.   Her sexual orientation has never been determined, but some sources list her as a lesbian.   Bill Clinton said that he wanted to nominate Jordan for the SCOTUS, but by the time he could, she had health problems.   Died at the age of 59 due to complications from pneumonia in 1996.   [Audio Clip]   The sophisticated Songstress   Roberta Cleopatra Flack (@37 yrs.), Singer-songwriter, musician.   Known for her #1 singles "The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face", "Killing Me Softly with His Song" and "Feel Like Makin' Love", and for "Where Is the Love" and "The Closer I Get to You", two of her many duets with Donny Hathaway.   She was the first, and remains the only, solo artist to win the Grammy Award for ROY on two consecutive years   The "Black B**ch" (Her words)   Diahann Carroll (@39yrs): Actress, singer and model   Known for performances in some of the earliest major studio films to feature black casts, Carmen Jones (1954) and Porgy and Bess (1959)   Julia (1968) broke ground for being one of the first shows on TV to star a black woman in a non-stereotypical role.   Also played Dominique Deveraux in the TV show Dynasty.   [Audio Clip]   The Anti-Mammy Machine   Esther Rolle (@54yrs): Actress.   Born and raised in Pompano Beach, Florida   Best known for her role as Florida Evans   She was the tenth of 18 children.   Iron-willed and PROUD   Her father insisted she promise to never become a servant or maid in real life.   [Audio Clip]   Open Comments:   Question: These four women broke down barriers, without the help of the National Organization of Women. Are white women reliable allies for black women?   Conclusion: The more things change the more they seem to stay the same.   Music Scene:   Top "Black" pop singles   3 - "Love's Theme", Love Unlimited Orchestra   5 - "Dancing Machine", The Jackson 5   7 - "TSOP (The Sound of Philadelphia)", MFSB   11 - "Until You Come Back to Me (That's What I'm Gonna Do)", Aretha Franklin   12 - "Jungle Boogie", Kool & the Gang   14 - "You Make Me Feel Brand New", The Stylistics   15 - "Show and Tell", Al Wilson   19 - "Sideshow", Blue Magic   30 - "Boogie Down", Eddie Kendricks   34 - "Best Thing That Ever Happened to Me", Gladys Knight & the Pips   35 - "Feel Like Makin' Love", Roberta Flack   36 - "Just Don't Want to Be Lonely", The Main Ingredient   37 - "Nothing from Nothing", Billy Preston   38 - "Rock Your Baby", George McCrae   Vote:   Top Albums   Jan Imagination, Gladys Knight & the Pips   Feb Stone Gon', Barry White   Feb Ship Ahoy, The O'Jays   Feb Livin' for You, Al Green   Mar Love Is the Message, MFSB   Apr Boogie Down, Eddie Kendricks   May The Payback, James Brown   May Let Me in Your Life, Aretha Franklin   May Open Our Eyes, Earth, Wind & Fire   Jun Mighty Love, The Spinners   Jun War Live, War   Jul Body Heat, Quincy Jones   Jul Claudine, Soundtrack / Gladys Knight & the Pips   Aug Skin Tight, The Ohio Players   Aug Marvin Gaye, Live!, Marvin Gaye   Sep That Nigger's Crazy, Richard Pryor   Oct Fulfillingness' First Finale, Stevie Wonder   Nov Live It Up, The Isley Brothers   Nov Can't Get Enough, Barry White   Dec I Feel a Song, Gladys Knight & the Pips   Vote:   Key Artist   George Edward Clinton (@33yrs), The Prime Minister of Funk, a.k.a. Dr. Funkenstein, a.k.a, Star Child: Singer, songwriter, bandleader, and record producer.    Born in Kannapolis, NC, he grew up in Plainfield, New Jersey. Clinton became interested in doo wop during the early ’50s. Basing his group on Frankie Lymon & the Teenagers, Clinton formed The Parliaments in 1955, rehearsing in the back room of a Plainfield barbershop where he straightened hair. The Parliaments released only two singles during the next ten years, but frequent trips to Detroit during the mid-’60s – where Clinton began working as a songwriter and producer – eventually paid off their investment. The Parliaments finally had a hit with the 1967 single “(I Wanna) Testify”. But his label ran out of money and George refused to record any new material. When the label was bought out by Atlantic, Clinton decided to abandon the Parliaments name rather than record for the major label and record the same band under a new name: Funkadelic. (In 1970 he regained the rights to The Parliaments name) Inspired by Motown ‘s assembly line of sound, He gradually put together a collective of over 50 musicians and recorded during the ’70s both as Parliament and Funkadelic. While Funkadelic pursued band-format psychedelic rock, Parliament engaged in a funk free-for-all, blending influences from the godfathers (James Brown and Sly Stone) with freaky costumes and themes inspired by ’60s acid culture and science fiction. He is regarded, along with James Brown and Sly Stone, as one of the foremost innovators of funk music. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1997, alongside 15 other members of Parliament-Funkadelic.   Key Artist   Kool & the Gang, "Best Band Ever!?!?"   Formed in Jersey City, New Jersey in 1964 by brothers Robert "Kool" Bell and Ronald Bell. They have explored many musical styles: jazz, soul, funk, rock, and pop music. After three albums, the band had commercial success with Wild and Peaceful (1973) which contained the US top ten singles "Jungle Boogie" and "Hollywood Swinging". They reached a commercial peak between 1979 and 1986 following their partnership with Brazilian musician Eumir Deodato and the addition of singer James "J.T." Taylor to the line-up. Their most successful albums of this period include Ladies' Night (1979), Celebrate! (1980), and Emergency (1984), and the hit singles "Ladies' Night", "Celebration", "Get Down on It", "Joanna", and "Cherish". The band continues to perform to this day.   Open Comments:   Question: What makes a track funky?   Movie Scene - Royal Black Hollywood Strikes Back   Both movies were deliberate attempts to counter the Blaxploitation movement.   Claudine - "The Poverty Technician" (Plot)   The film tells the story of Claudine Price (Diahann Carroll), a single Black Harlem mother, living on welfare with six children, who finds love with a garbage collector, Rupert Marshall (James Earl Jones), whom she calls "Roop". The pair's relationship becomes complicated because of several factors. Among these are that the couple do not want to marry because they would not be able to support the children without welfare, and that the kids themselves, particularly eldest son Charles (Lawrence Hilton-Jacobs), are apprehensive of Rupert, and believe that he will leave their mother just like her previous husbands had. Claudine and Rupert meet while both are at work. Rupert asks Claudine out on a date with him and Claudine accepts. When Rupert becomes invited inside Claudine's apartment, the children are rude and vulgar towards Rupert. This is also the first time the audience meets the children and sees the inside of Claudine's slum-like apartment. Later, in the film, the audience finds out that Claudine receives financial aid from the government through the welfare program. Throughout the film, Miss Kabak, the social worker, visits Claudine at her home and asks her if she is employed and if she is dating anyone. Claudine always denies Miss Kabak the truth and lies to her about being unemployed and single. If Claudine tells the truth and says that she is employed, the amount of financial aid she receives from the welfare program would decrease or she could also no longer receive any more financial aid. If Claudine dates anyone and receives gifts from her boyfriend, the social worker must deduct any money or gifts Claudine is receiving from whomever she is dating. Just before he is to announce his engagement to Claudine to the kids, Rupert is served papers for a court order relating to underpayment of child support of his own children; his work wages are garnished to pay the difference. Rupert becomes so upset about this that he disappears for a couple of days and loses contact with everyone. He moves out of his apartment, does not show up to work, and does not show up to the Father's Day celebration the children had prepared for him. Charles eventually finds him drunk at a bar and angrily confronts him. Charles is angry at Rupert because he left his mother without any explanation. Out of the anger Charles felt for Rupert, he engages in a physical fight with him. After the incident at the bar, Rupert eventually shows up outside of Claudine's apartment and speaks to her. After some time, the couple talk things over and make up. After several hardships and debating over whether they should marry because of financial issues relating to welfare, the couple decide to marry. They hold a wedding ceremony, but it is interrupted when Charles runs inside the apartment in the middle of the ceremony while the police are chasing after him. The couple and the rest of the children run after Charles, leave the ceremony, and board the police wagon. The film ends on a cheery note with the entire family, along with Rupert, walking happily hand in hand through the neighborhood.   Question: Should welfare be (a) reformed or (b) avoided? What would a or b look like?   Conclusion: Regardless of the message, Gladys' music was on hit (3rd #1 R&B LP) and Diahann Carroll was great, she was nominated for Best Actress at the Academy Awards in 1975.   Uptown Saturday Night - "The Good Guys (Sidney & Bill) Get Over" (Plot)   While enjoying themselves at Madame Zenobia's club on Saturday Night, Steve Jackson (Poitier) and Wardell Franklin (Cosby) are held up by robbers who raid the club, taking Steve's wallet as a result. Upon realizing that a winning lottery ticket worth $50,000 is in the wallet, they set out to find the crooks themselves. Determined to retrieve the ticket, they search for it using the help of gangster Geechie Dan Beauford (Belafonte), who wants to defeat his rival Silky Slim (Lockhart). Using their wit, perseverance, and fearlessness, Steve and Wardell devise a plan to get the ticket using the help of both gangsters, in the hopes that it will pay off for them.   Question: Is this truly anti-Blaxploitation or just another version?   Television Scene - A Tale of 2 Black Families   That's My Mama, "Warm and Fuzzy" (1 season, 1974-75) (Plot)   Set in a middle-class African American neighborhood in Washington, D.C., the program revolved around the character Clifton Curtis (played by Clifton Davis), a man in his mid-20s who worked as a barber at Oscar's Barber Shop, the family barber shop he had inherited from his late father. While Clifton enjoyed being a bachelor, his loving, but tart-tongued and opinionated mother Eloise "Mama" Curtis, played by Theresa Merritt, wanted him to settle down and find a nice wife. Additional characters – such as Clifton's two best friends—Earl, played by Teddy Wilson, an easy-going mailman and Junior, played by Ted Lange, a suave and good-humored ladies' man—came and went over the course of a typical day at Oscar's Barber Shop. Other characters included Tracy, Clifton's little sister, played by Lynne Moody and later by Joan Pringle and her husband, Leonard, played by Lisle Wilson, as well as local seniors Josh and Wildcat, played by DeForest Covan and Jester Hairston. Clifton Davis and Hairston would work together again years later in the hit sitcom, Amen.   Conclusion: Never a ratings success.   Good Times, "Classic" (6 seasons, 1974-1979) (Plot)   Florida and James Evans live in a Chicago housing project and have three children: James Jr., also known as "J.J."; Thelma; and Michael, called "the militant midget" by his father due to his passionate activism. When the series begins, J.J. is seventeen years old, Thelma is sixteen, and Michael is eleven. Their exuberant neighbor, and Florida's best friend, is Willona Woods, a recent divorcée who works at a boutique. Their building superintendent is Nathan Bookman. The characters originated on the sitcom Maude. Episodes deal with the characters' attempts to overcome poverty. GT was intended to be a good show for Esther Rolle and John Amos. Both expected the show to deal with serious topics in a comedic way while providing positive characters. However, J.J. became the breakout character.  As a result, the writers focused more on J.J.'s comedic antics instead of serious issues. Through seasons two and three, Rolle and Amos grew increasingly disillusioned with the direction of the show. Rolle was vocal about it: "He's 18 and he doesn't work. He can't read or write. He doesn't think. The show didn't start out to be that...Little by little—with the help of the artist, I suppose, because they couldn't do that to me—they have made J.J. more stupid and enlarged the role. Negative images have been slipped in on us through the character of the oldest child." Jimmie Walker was the only cast member to not show at Rolle's funeral. Amos also spoke out: "The writers would prefer to put a chicken hat on J.J. and have him prance around saying "DY-NO-MITE", and that way they could waste a few minutes and not have to write meaningful dialogue." Amos was ultimately fired after just 3 seasons.   [Audio Clip]   Open Comments:   Question: Did/do you know anyone in real life like J.J.?   Conclusion: They didn't recast James Evans, they just killed him off and Esther was playing a single mom after all. She quit after season 4.   Vote, Biggest Impact for 1974:  

Ryan and Eddie share their thoughts on the recent Genealogy banner, as well as the new story chapter that came with it. Version 2.5 hit the game this week, so we break down our thoughts on some of the changes made across the many game modes of Fire Emblem Heroes. Rounding out our game play […]

Oh to go back to 1987

puntata nr 103: dancing machine -..Non sono stata l'unica ad essere rimasta ipnotizzata dal groove dalla..disco hit dei Jackson 5 “Dancing Machine” del 1973, protagonista della..selezione insieme al funk di Ann Robinson e della sua “You did it”..pubblicata nello stesso anno. Q-Tip, De La Soul, Featurecast, Fatboy..Slim, sono solo alcuni dei nomi in scaletta stasera.

puntata nr 103: dancing machine -..Non sono stata l’unica ad essere rimasta ipnotizzata dal groove dalla..disco hit dei Jackson 5 “Dancing Machine” del 1973, protagonista della..selezione insieme al funk di Ann Robinson e della sua “You did it”..pubblicata nello stesso anno. Q-Tip, De La Soul, Featurecast, Fatboy..Slim, sono solo alcuni dei nomi in scaletta stasera.

puntata nr 103: dancing machine -..Non sono stata l’unica ad essere rimasta ipnotizzata dal groove dalla..disco hit dei Jackson 5 “Dancing Machine” del 1973, protagonista della..selezione insieme al funk di Ann Robinson e della sua “You did it”..pubblicata nello stesso anno. Q-Tip, De La Soul, Featurecast, Fatboy..Slim, sono solo alcuni dei nomi in scaletta stasera.

"Ne Réveillez Pas Un Flic Qui Dort" fut le premier élément qui marqua la désertion de plus en plus marquée du public dans les salles projetant les films d'Alain Delon. Les années 1990 furent celles où la star ne modéra pas ses efforts pour renouveler son image, ses collaborations et ses styles de films pour retrouver le public mais aussi pour relever des défis d'acteur et garder l'envie du métier. La constitution du dossier de cet épisode bonus par Mr Gravlax s'est avérée plus prolifique que prévu et apporte une prise de recul sur la star, les raisons de ses choix, l'angle de chaque projet, et les qualités et défauts ( ou erreurs ) de chacun d'entre eux. Certains méritent d'être réévalués avec le temps. Après l'évocation de "Parole de Flic" qui est complémentaire avec l'épisode de Pellicules et Pourritures Nobles sur "Ne Réveillez Pas Un Flic Qui Dort", celle de la mini-série "Cinéma" que Delon a tourné pour TF1 en 1988 ( et qui ne fut certainement pas sans conséquences sur l'image que l'acteur a véhiculé ), Mr Gravlax parlera de tous les films de Delon dans les années 1990, leur conception, les observations personnelles de votre hôte, les critiques reçues et le bilan de chacun de ces métrages. Découpage de l'épisode : De 2'' à 5'’07’'' : Introduction ; De 5’’07’’’ à 22''09''' : « Parole de flic » de José Pinheiro ; De 22''09'''à 30’’52’’’ : « Le Passage » de René Manzor ; De 30’’52’’’ à 57’’15’’’ : La mini-série « Cinéma » de Philippe Lefebvre ; De 57''15''' à 1'20''22''' : « Nouvelle Vague » de Jean-Luc Godard ; De 1'20''22''' à 1'41''10''' : « Dancing Machine » de Gilles Béhat ; De 1'41''10''' à 2'08''47''' : « Le Retour de Casanova » d’Édouard Niermans ; De 2'08''47''' à 2'27''49''' : « Un Crime » de Jacques Deray ; De 2'27''49''' à 2'47''36''' : « L’Ours en Peluche » de Jacques Deray ; De 2'47''36''' à 2'52''36''' : « Les Cent et Une Nuits de Simon Cinéma » d’Agnès Varda ; De 2'52''36''' à 3'03''04''' : « Le Jour et La Nuit » de Bernard-Henri Lévy ; De 3'03''04''' à 3'07''45''' : « Les Acteurs » de Bertrand Blier ; De 3'07''45''' à 3'15''27''' : Conclusion Crédits Musique : Générique de fond du podcast Pellicules et Pourritures Nobles : « Regrets » par Jean-Félix Lalanne (B.O. du film "Le Passage")Générique de la mini-série "Cinéma" par Jean-Marie SéniaGénérique du film "Dancing Machine" : "Supernature" de Marc Cerrone ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cJ5V3OZdIZM )Générique du film "Le Retour de Casanova" par Michel Portal et Bruno CoulaisGénérique du film "Un Crime" par Frédéric BottonGénérique du film "L'Ours en Peluche" par Romaro MusumarraGénérique du film "Le Jour et La Nuit" : Extrait de "Night & Day" d'Ella Fitzgerald ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PEM_63_P0CY )Outro : "I Don't Know" interprétée par Alain Delon et Phyllis Nelson ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bfy0DgDiLcM ) Interview d’Alain Delon au JT d’Antenne 2 pour « Le Passage » de René Manzor :https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tufK5o1yLVA Cinéma Cinémas avec Delon sur le tournage de « Nouvelle Vague » de Jean-Luc Godard :https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7AdLGESuCbA Reportage de France 3 sur le tournage du « Retour de Casanova » :http://www.ina.fr/video/MOC9205120037 Interview de Jacques Deray au JT de France 2 pour « Un Crime » :https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EHuwNHM_L0U Épisode de "Mange Tes Navets" sur "Le Jour et la Nuit" de BHL, "L'ARTHROSE DE LAUREN BACALL" :https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NeXSSzsyeJA

De uns tempos pra cá, a última semana de junho quase sempre é marcada por uma lembrança dolorosa para fãs da música pop. Afinal, foi em 25 de junho de 2009 que Michael Jackson deixou esse mundo e partiu para um bem melhor. Mas, além de seu talento e de suas músicas, clipes, falas e atos famosos, se tem algo pelo qual ele é lembrado também, é o seu envolvimento com videogames enquanto ainda era vivo. Dado isto, não poderia deixar passar em branco esta data, que embora seja triste, serve para nos lembrar do baita legado que eles nos deixou. Que tal relembrarmos um pouco de sua trajetória nos videogames e ouvir músicas dos jogos que ele participou e/ou teve envolvimento? Esta é a homenagem do Aperte o PLAY! para este magnífico astro que, enfim, se tornou uma estrela de verdade e jaz em algum lugar do universo. Tracklist (Música – Jogo – Compostor[es]/Artista[s]): 00:00 Dancing Machine feat. Funky Kong’s – Jackson 5, David Wise e Yuzoboy 04:33 Smooth Criminal – Moonwalker – Michael Jackson e Hiroshi Kubota 08:23 Beat It – Moonwalker – Michael Jackson e Hiroshi Kubota 11:13 Another Part of Me – Moonwalker – Michael Jackson e Hiroshi Kubota 18:08 Getting the Truth – Space Channel 5 – Kenichi Tokoi 21:17 Report 4, Save Space Michael the Office Chief! – Space Channel 5 Part 2 – Naofumi Hataya 24:40 Report 0, Ulala Dance – Space Channel 5 Part 2 – Tomoya Ohtani 35:00 Launch Base Act 1 e Act 2 – Sonic the Hedgehog 3 – Sega Sound Team feat. Michael Jackson (uncredited) 39:15 Act 1 Boss – Sonic the Hedgehog 3 – Sega Sound Team feat. Michael Jackson (uncredited) 41:26 Credits – Sonic the Hedgehog 3 – Sega Sound Team feat. Michael Jackson (uncredited) 47:13 Tribute Megamix – Michael Jackson, Sega Sound Team e Yuzoboy Música de Fundo – Competition Menu – Sonic the Hedgehog 3 – Sega Sound Team feat. Michael Jackson (uncredited) Descanse em paz, Michael Jackson. :’) New Game Plus: www.newgameplus.com.br YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/ngameplus Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/ngameplus Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ngameplus/

De uns tempos pra cá, a última semana de junho quase sempre é marcada por uma lembrança dolorosa para fãs da música pop. Afinal, foi em 25 de junho de 2009 que Michael Jackson deixou esse mundo e partiu para um bem melhor. Mas, além de seu talento e de suas músicas, clipes, falas e atos famosos, se tem algo pelo qual ele é lembrado também, é o seu envolvimento com videogames enquanto ainda era vivo. Dado isto, não poderia deixar passar em branco esta data, que embora seja triste, serve para nos lembrar do baita legado que eles nos deixou. Que tal relembrarmos um pouco de sua trajetória nos videogames e ouvir músicas dos jogos que ele participou e/ou teve envolvimento? Esta é a homenagem do Aperte o PLAY! para este magnífico astro que, enfim, se tornou uma estrela de verdade e jaz em algum lugar do universo. Tracklist (Música – Jogo – Compostor[es]/Artista[s]): 00:00 Dancing Machine feat. Funky Kong’s – Jackson 5, David Wise e Yuzoboy 04:33 Smooth Criminal – Moonwalker – Michael Jackson e Hiroshi Kubota 08:23 Beat It – Moonwalker – Michael Jackson e Hiroshi Kubota 11:13 Another Part of Me – Moonwalker – Michael Jackson e Hiroshi Kubota 18:08 Getting the Truth – Space Channel 5 – Kenichi Tokoi 21:17 Report 4, Save Space Michael the Office Chief! – Space Channel 5 Part 2 – Naofumi Hataya 24:40 Report 0, Ulala Dance – Space Channel 5 Part 2 – Tomoya Ohtani 35:00 Launch Base Act 1 e Act 2 – Sonic the Hedgehog 3 – Sega Sound Team feat. Michael Jackson (uncredited) 39:15 Act 1 Boss – Sonic the Hedgehog 3 – Sega Sound Team feat. Michael Jackson (uncredited) 41:26 Credits – Sonic the Hedgehog 3 – Sega Sound Team feat. Michael Jackson (uncredited) 47:13 Tribute Megamix – Michael Jackson, Sega Sound Team e Yuzoboy Música de Fundo – Competition Menu – Sonic the Hedgehog 3 – Sega Sound Team feat. Michael Jackson (uncredited) Descanse em paz, Michael Jackson. :’) New Game Plus: www.newgameplus.com.br YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/ngameplus Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/ngameplus Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ngameplus/

Today we’re excited to announce that Radio Film School is now part of the Podcastica network. Think of it as a sort of indie label of 8 (or rather, now, 9) podcasts. To acquaint our new family of Podcastica listeners with the show, and to celebrate the 6-month mark into the season, today we start a 2 part “Best of…” series. In part 1 we’ll cover some of my favorite personal stories told on the show; from father figures to first loves. This episode also includes the moving story of why spoken word artist Marshall Davis Jones changed his famous "Spelling Father" spoken word performance to no longer refer to his dad as a deadbeat. (Powerful stuff! That story alone is worth the price of admission.)In part 2 (later this week), we’ll share some of my favorite guest stories and conversations.Even if you’ve been an avid listener, I am confident you'll enjoy this trip down memory lane as I'll also offer some additional insight into the episodes I highlight. And in today's bonus segment, I finally give the definition of the term "Short Ends" and why I chose that name for the interim episodes.Enjoy!Legally License Music for Your ProductionIf you need to legally license music for your productions, from every genre, look no further than Song Freedom. Click here and use offer code radio for a one-time Standard Gold Level license worth $30.Learn How Stillmotion Tells Emmy Award-winning StoriesStillmotion's Muse Storytelling is the process they use to tell the kind of stories that has helped them garner five Emmys, and go from shooting weddings to shooting the Super Bowl. They've generously offered our listeners a special offer. Details are in the episode.Grow in Your Craft and CareerWe're also supported by YOU, the listeners. Become a Dare Dreamer FM Premium member and gain access to bonus episodes, ebooks, templates, and other resources to help you grow in your craft and career.Music in this Episode"Please Listen Carefully" by Jahzzar. CC BY-SA."Cylinder Six" by Chris Zabriskie. CC BY."A Man with a Golden Soul" by Cullah. CC BY-SA.“Sly and the Family Jones” by Mike Spitz and Phys Edison. CC BY.“12 Lost Love Letters” and “Erik” by Fog Lake. CC BY.Stubborn Love by The Lumineers. Courtesy of Song Freedom. All rights reserved.“Save the Last Dance for Me” by the Drifters. Courtesy of Song Freedom. All rights reserved.“Dancing Machine” by the Jackson 5. Courtesy of Song Freedom. All rights reserved."The Sun is Scheduled to Come Out Tomorrow"Chris Zabriskie. CC BY."Hey Ho" by the Lumineers. Courtesy of Song Freedom. All rights reserved.

Steve McQueen, David Soul and Sam Elliott were all attached to the car chase classic Dirty Mary, Crazy Larry when it was to be a direct adaptation of the novel The Chase and had no female protagonist.  But after years of fits and starts, B movie producer James Nicholson acquired the property, brought friend and frequent collaborator Peter Fonda on board, had the script changed to make the leads a bickering couple and rode into history with the film as a top grosser for studio 20th Century Fox.  Dan and Vicky buckle their seat belts for a wild and bumpy ride through Southern California with too cool Fonda, firecracker Susan George and stoic Adam Roarke.  They give their thoughts on the casting, the car crashes and the insanely nihilistic ending, considered one of the most shocking in movie history. They also take detours to discuss their love of 80's sitcom Growing Pains, the fall's crop of new shows, some lost 70's horror gems, Jackson 5's Dancing Machine and Susan George's teeth.   Hot Date 15 puts the pedal to the metal!  Dirty Danny, Crazy Vicky are at it again! 

This is The Spoon, where Julie Dolan is our guest and we're worth doing the whole way through! Almost A Format, Professional Auditioner, Sitcom Subtext, Tribute Bands, Stand-up Drummers, Conan Hookers, Loop Group, Answer The Phone, A Wenchy Quality, Universal Studios Love Story, Greatest Song, Making Web Sites, Editing, Singing Telegrams, Magic Tour, Beautiful Prisons, The Dancing Machine, Blood Beach, Rock N Roll Fantasy Camp, Six Weeks Off, Oliver The Place, Spoon Feeding, The Lingo Escapes Me. Listen LIVE! Thursdays at 7:00pm PST on TMV Cafe TMV Cafe Mobile App The Men Of The Spoon Robbie Rist Chris Jackson Thom Bowers Music by Born Jovi (a tribute to Bon Jovi) Jill Sobule The Beat Farmers Spoon-Feeding 10 Things American Women Couldn't Do Before The 70s Next Issue The One I Love Life, Interrupted

In tune with the giving spirit of the holidays, Shanon and Jack gave each other a stack of records to make into the show. Some dissatisfactions were aired. Jackson 5ive, "Dancing Machine" on Dancing Machine (1974) Bob Dylan, "New Pony" on Street Lega (1978) Stray Cats, "Built for Speed" on Built for Speed (1982) The Blasters, "Long White Cadillac" on Non Fiction (1983) Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, "Long Time" on Glorious Results of a Misspent Youth (1984) Keith Richards, "Make No Mistake" on Talk Is Cheap (1988) The Regents, "Summertime" on Barbara Ann (1961) Willie Nelson & Hank Snow, "Golden Rocket" on Brand on My Heart (1985) Billy "Crash" Craddock, "Rock and Roll Madness" on Billy "Crash" Craddock (1978) Blues Project, "Back Door Man" on Blues Project (1972) Billy Joel, "Captain Jack (live)" on Songs in the Attic (1981) Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons, "Big Girls Don't Cry" on More Dirty Dancing (1988) Otis Redding, "Love Man" on More Dirty Dancing (1988) The Surfaris, "Wipeout" on More Dirty Dancing (1988)

01 : Denise LaSalle_ I'm so hot (extended re-edit) 02 : Linda Taylor_ Don't lose the motion (re- edit) 03 : Cheryl Lynn_ You saved my day (Re-edit) 04 : Billy Ocean-Nights Feel Like Getting Down 05 : Ashford & Simpson - I Ain t Asking For Your Love 06 : Jackson 5-Dancing Machine 07 : Kool And The Gang - Open Sesame 08 : The Emotions - I Should Be Dancing 09 : The Ritchie Family - Give Me A Break (PH Edit) 10 : Age Of Aquarius - Let The Sunshine In 11 : Goody Goody - Nr. 1 Dee Jay (12'' Version)

Recorded during my CyberJamz June 29, 2009 show Michael Jackson (August 29, 1958 – June 25, 2009) 01. Heartbreak Hotel (from the album "Triumph") - The Jacksons 02. Can You Feel It? (contains Jackson samples) - Original Concept 03. It's Great To Be Here (from the album "Maybe Tomorrow") - The Jackson 5 04. Enjoy Yourself (from the album "The Jacksons") - The Jacksons 05. I Want You Back ('88 Remix) - The Jackson 5 06. I Wanna Be Where U Are (from the album "Got To Be There") - Michael Jackson 07. Get It Together (4 Hero Mix) - The Jackson 5 08. Hum Along And Dance (from the album "Get It Together") - The Jackson 5 09. I Can't Help It (Tangoterje Remix) - Michael Jackson 10. Show You The Way To Go (from the album "The Jacksons") - The Jacksons 11. The Mirrors Of My Mind (from the album "Dancing Machine") - The Jackson 5 12. Rock With You (Frankie's Favorite Club Mix) - Michael Jackson 13. Rock With You (from the album "Off The Wall") - Michael Jackson 14. What You Don't Know (from the album "Dancing Machine") - The Jackson 5 15. Off The Wall (from the album "Off The Wall") - Michael Jackson 16. Forever Came Today (from the album "Moving Violation") - The Jackson 5 17. You Are Not Alone (from the album "HIStory") - Michael Jackson 18. You Are Not Alone (Franctified Club Mix) - Michael Jackson 19. Workin' Day And Night (Original Demo Recording) - Michael Jackson 20. Wanna Be Startin' Somethin' (from the album "Thriller") - Michael Jackson 21. Get On The Floor (Holy Ghost Edit) - Michael Jackson 22. You Can't Win (from the soundtrack "The Wiz") 23. A Brand New Day (from the soundtrack "The Wiz") 24. Earth Song (Tony Loreto SS Rmx) - Michael Jackson 25. The Life Of The Party (from the album "Dancing Machine") - The Jackson 5 26. P.Y.T (12" Remix on Ballroom Records) - Michael Jackson 27. Think Happy (MF Rework It Mix) - The Jacksons 28. Lady In My Life (Shelter Vocal) - Michael Jackson 29. Opening / Can You Feel It (from the album "Live") - The Jacksons 30. Dirty Diana (from the album "Bad") - Michael Jackson 31. Gone Too Soon (from the album "Dangerous") - Michael Jackson 32. Never Can Say Goodbye (from the album "Maybe Tomorrow") - The Jackson 5 33. Never Can Say Goodbye (Acapella) - The Jackson 5 34. I'll Be There (Motown 25 Live) - The Jackson 5 35. Billie Jean (Motown 25 Live) - Michael Jackson 36. Michael Jackson speaks 37. I Am Love (from the album "Dancing Machine") - The Jackson 5 38. Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough (Original Demo Recording) - Michael Jackson 39. Remember The Time (New Jack Jazz Mix) - Michael Jackson

The Boys Outta Brooklyn finally pay off on a long-standing bet with The Gentlemen's Guide to Midnight Movies by diving into the wild, twisty rapids of Eurocrime! Join Tom and Derrick as they cover this seminal trio of films by Fernando Di Leo, which includes two performances by Brooklynite Henry Silva that have to be seen to be believed, as he tears up Milan as only a half-Filipino madman can. Plus, Tom can't trust Beyonce, Derrick defends Chuck Barris, and they both have had enough of Jennifer Lopez' shit. You know it's time for Gene, Gene the Dancing Machine, so get to clicking!

The Boys Outta Brooklyn finally pay off on a long-standing bet with The Gentlemen's Guide to Midnight Movies by diving into the wild, twisty rapids of Eurocrime! Join Tom and Derrick as they cover this seminal trio of films by Fernando Di Leo, which includes two performances by Brooklynite Henry Silva that have to be seen to be believed, as he tears up Milan as only a half-Filipino madman can. Plus, Tom can't trust Beyonce, Derrick defends Chuck Barris, and they both have had enough of Jennifer Lopez' shit. You know it's time for Gene, Gene the Dancing Machine, so get to clicking!

The Boys Outta Brooklyn finally pay off on a long-standing bet with The Gentlemen's Guide to Midnight Movies by diving into the wild, twisty rapids of Eurocrime! Join Tom and Derrick as they cover this seminal trio of films by Fernando Di Leo, which includes two performances by Brooklynite Henry Silva that have to be seen to be believed, as he tears up Milan as only a half-Filipino madman can. Plus, Tom can't trust Beyonce, Derrick defends Chuck Barris, and they both have had enough of Jennifer Lopez' shit. You know it's time for Gene, Gene the Dancing Machine, so get to clicking!

The Boys Outta Brooklyn finally pay off on a long-standing bet with The Gentlemen's Guide to Midnight Movies by diving into the wild, twisty rapids of Eurocrime! Join Tom and Derrick as they cover this seminal trio of films by Fernando Di Leo, which includes two performances by Brooklynite Henry Silva that have to be seen to be believed, as he tears up Milan as only a half-Filipino madman can. Plus, Tom can't trust Beyonce, Derrick defends Chuck Barris, and they both have had enough of Jennifer Lopez' shit. You know it's time for Gene, Gene the Dancing Machine, so get to clicking!

You’ve seen the video, now learn the story behind the song “Dancing Machine”!

You’ve seen the video, now learn the story behind the song “Dancing Machine”!

Check out the second music video from King Richard.

Raw footage courtesy of KLAS-TV in Las Vegas of Elijah "Lil Elijah J" Johnson of The Lion King performing "Dancing Machine" at the Pearl in the Palms on Aug. 29, 2009 for the "Las Vegas Celebrates The Music of Michael Jackson" benefit concert. The concert raised more than $100,000 for the Clark County Public Education Foundation earmarked for music education programs in Las Vegas-area schools.The concert was produced by Erich Bergen of Jersey Boys and Steve Friess of VegasHappensHere.Com and co-host of TheStripPodcast.Com. See VegasLovesMJ.Com for more info or contact VegasLovesMJ@yahoo.com.

Rod B. & Alvaro Garfunk bring you the Miami Underground MovementWith the release of her solo STOP EP on Minus, Magda can finally afford to take stock of a whirlwind few years that have seen the insatiable demand for her very special blend of house and techno carry her the length and breadth of the globe.  November 2005 and Magda’s set is reaching its climax at London’s Fabric. One moment she’s pounding the crowd with her very own 48 Hour Crack In Your Bass, the next the hairs on the back of 500 necks simultaneously stand to attention as the moody chords from Strafe’s all time classic Set It Off produce a collective gasp of appreciation from the dancefloor. She’s in the zone, unphased by the raucous response she’s generating. Virtually hidden by the racks of fx units and monitors surrounding her, she remains a picture of calmness, dictating the play with a cool hand.  It’s easy to see why she’s one of the most exciting prospects to breakthrough in recent years.    Magda makes things happen. Always has done, always will do.  Currently residing in Berlin, a relative stone’s throw from her home town of Zywiec in Poland considering the nomadic existence of her childhood, she seems to have finally found a city that mirrors her own attitude to life - no restrictions and certainly no compromise. It’s a philosophy that also flows through Magda’s music particularly during her after hour sets. The ability to guide her audience through the dark recesses of contemporary minimalism before delivering them back safely into the light means her name is never far from the lips of discerning clubbers and fellow DJs alike.  Her family left Zywiec for Texas in 1984 when she was nine before finally settling in Detroit in 1986. All this traveling around from one starkly contrasting environment to another, taught her to deal with new challenges and to adapt to new situations pretty quickly, lessons that have subsequently helped her deal with the often hectic life of a touring DJ. Always the outsider, the concept of ‘home’ was never as straightforward as it is for some. Sometimes though, home isn’t a physical location, it’s a state of mind and when she first turned up at a warehouse party a couple of blocks from where she’d grown up in the tough district of Hamtramck, she knew she’d found it. This initial foray into the Detroit underground culminated in the mind-blowing experience that was Spastik - Richie Hawtin’s first Plastikman PA. She was hooked.   Within a few months, armed with a cheap pair of belt drive turntables and an unquenchable thirst for vinyl, she’d moved from one side of the shop counter to the other at the influential Record Time store and had also persuaded the bar where she worked to put on a monthly techno night with Claude Young and Daniel Bell. Her enthusiasm was totally infectious and they soon asked her to warm up for them. In conversation it’s clear to see how much the lack of attitude and unconditional support from Bell in particular has shaped Magda’s own way of doing things.  Then, inspired by her mother’s ‘dark and surreal’ art she decided to study Graphic Design in New York state but soon realized music was the most natural medium for her self expression. Nevertheless, this abstract influence can still be found in her music production, juxtaposing as she does warm, thick swathes of sound with jagged little hi hat patterns, sometimes lazy, sometimes clinical but always purposeful and expressive.   On returning to Detroit she met Richie Hawtin at one of the legendary Hot Box parties where a mutual friend introduced her. It was the first of what turned out to be a couple of chaotic encounters that eventually led to the invitation of a gig at Hawtin’s 13 Below night. It was there she first met Marc Houle. Their off-beat humor quickly developed into an unshakeable friendship and Magda was soon lodging with Marc in Windsor where their musical symbiosis started laying the foundations for 2003’s Run Stop Restore project together with Troy Pierce.    By this time she’d already cut her teeth on the main stage, regularly performing at the System raves in Detroit and as part of the Women on Wax collective. Things don’t always go according to plan though, and by 1999 Magda was pretty much fed up with the ‘scene politics’ that seemed directly at odds with the feelings she’d first encountered. She took a step back, followed her heart and immersed herself in the minimal sounds scuttling out of Germany in particular (i.e Brinkmann, Perlon, Kompakt). The resulting bootleg CD mix - Fact and Friction - won her a new set of admirers and consolidated her growing relationship with Hawtin, opening for him at the millennium celebration EPOK and also forming part of an enviable line up at the Plus 8 ten year anniversary party From Our Minds To Yours. Since then she has become his sole choice as opening DJ, accompanying him on both European and Stateside tours.   The new millennium brought a host of new digital technology with it, most notably Final Scratch and when she wasn’t on the road she could be found wiling away the hours transferring Hawtin’s vast record collection into the digital domain. At the time there were only about ten DJs using Final Scratch and while others regarded it with suspicion, Magda was quick to see the potential, re-editing her favorite tracks to further enhance the distinctive flavor of her sets. She shies away slightly from the ubiquitous ‘minimal’ tag, citing Chicago Jack and Acid as equally significant ingredients in her sound but whichever way you look at it, she is part of a movement that is rapidly redefining electronic dance music as we know it. Turntables, laptops, samplers and efx units now clutter her DJ booth as the wall between traditional DJing and ‘on the fly’ production starts to crumble.     And so, the Minus train rumbles on, forging a relentless path through new, uncharted territory. Magda however, remains refreshingly free from the burden of expectation. Genuinely surprised by the trajectory her life has taken yet deeply aware of the responsibility she has to her growing army of fans, she faces the future with the same wide-eyed, ‘devil may care’ attitude that has always accompanied her from city to city, from airport to airport, from disco to disco. A lonely existence? For some maybe but Magda knows more than most that home is where the heart is.   Berlin is a fickle friend, a city that throws up unlimited scope and unseen perils in equal measures. A muse to some - spurring them on to new heights of creativity, a vampire’s kiss to others - intoxicating at first, it eventually sucks them dry, leaving a hollow shell with nothing left but dreams of what might have been. Luckily, Magda already had something of the night about her when she arrived in 2003 and, liberated from the clutches of New York’s draconian attitude to club culture, she took to the Berlin underground like a fish to water. The notorious Beatstreet afterhour parties got the energy coursing through her veins once more and she immediately set about reevaluating and redefining her relationship to the music.   An intense flurry of activity followed. Together with Troy Pierce and Marc Houle, Magda began exploring new production possibilities, honing her turntable skills and extending her dj sets in order to satisfy the insatiable appetites of Berlin’s club kids. The transition was by no means straight forward, taking both time and dedication but the hybrid sound that emerged, drawing inspiration from the twin towers of Berlin and Detroit, has gone on to capture the imagination of clubbers the world over.  In this sense, last year’s mix compilation She’s a Dancing Machine represents the first volume of her audio-biography and sums up the ambition that drives this diminutive figure behind the decks. Somehow finding the time to throw down an epic 70 track, multi-layered excursion between the 130 shows she clocked up in 2006 (never mind the afterhours) really cemented her reputation, topping off a year that also saw her hold successful residencies at Robert Johnson (Offenbach), Technique (Leeds) and Fuse (Brussels) plus numerous appearances at festivals around the globe such as Lowlands, Sonar, The Detroit Music Festival and Mutek.  Yet despite reaching the enviable position of being able to choose her gigs, there is no room for complacency. Shouldering the increasing weight of expectation she has come to expect the unexpected, in fact adversity has often propelled her on to greater things. There’s also a sense of duty to keep pushing the envelope and this year she’ll be expanding her set-up to incorporate new technology in addition to the delay pedals and edits that already give her sets their distinctive flavour. It’s a move that should blur the boundaries between studio production and live performance even further and will no doubt help formulate ideas for her upcoming album which promises to be another continuous exploration into deep, dark, minimal disco.   However before that there’s a string of remixes to enjoy for 2007 including Heartthrob’s Baby Kate (Minus), Gotham Road by Ryan Crosson (Trapez) and Louderbach (Underline). It’s also worth keeping an eye on Items and Things, the new label from Magda, Marc and Troy that’s home to their more abstract, off the wall creations.   Someone once said‚ the only place success comes before work is in the dictionary. Well, Magda has definitely put in the work although she’s happier leaving the definition of success to others. The arrival is superfluous. Just like her late night musical excursions, it’s the journey that’s important and with it the desire to maintain the high standards she sets and feed the creative hunger within - if that’s also good enough for us, then so be it.  Special Thanks to Mr Meike Nolte,Rudy Delgado & Richie Hawtinhttp://www.myspace.com/minimalmagda http://www.m-nus.com/http://www.plus8.com/http://www.contakt-events.com/