Podcasts about Laura Branigan

In this radical episode of Past Tens: A Top 10 Time Machine, Dave and Milt hop in their DeLorean — flux capacitor fully operational — and set the date for June 16, 1984. They're not just cruising through the Billboard Top 10; they're living it like extras in Footloose. The episode kicks off with a heartfelt and totally tubular tribute to Dave's late father — think The Karate Kid's Mr. Miyagi, but with better dad jokes. From there, it's a parade of parachute pants, popped collars, and personal memories as they discuss the artists who ruled the airwaves: Madonna, Bruce Springsteen, Duran Duran, and Cyndi Lauper — basically the Justice League of 1984 pop. Of course, it wouldn't be Past Tens without a few twists. There's a Playdate Quiz that would stump even The NeverEnding Story's Atreyu, a musical mashup segment that's more chaotic than Gremlins after midnight, and their signature song substitution game — think Indiana Jones swapping the idol for a bag of sand, but with Huey Lewis tracks. Some highlights: 00:54: A heartfelt memorial for Dave's father, complete with more heart than Kevin Bacon dancing alone in a warehouse. 08:33: Pop Culture Highlights: Ghostbusters hit theaters, Purple Rain was on the horizon, and nobody put Baby in a corner (yet — Dirty Dancing was still a few years away). 15:22: Countdown kicks off — Night Ranger's “Sister Christian” taught us all what "motoring" really means (spoiler: it's not what your dad thinks). 38:01: Musical Mashups — imagine Footloose meets Thriller but performed by the cast of Revenge of the Nerds. 39:22: Laura Branigan's “Self Control” — the unofficial soundtrack to sneaking out past curfew in 1984. 44:54: Huey Lewis reminds everyone that the heart of rock and roll is still beating — even if it's wearing leg warmers. 59:33: Steve Perry's “Oh Sherrie,” a ballad so powerful it could get E.T. to phone home twice. 01:19:50: Cyndi Lauper's “Time After Time” — guaranteed to make even the Stay Puft Marshmallow Man misty-eyed. 01:23:15: Cyndi's legendary ties to the wrestling world — she could literally have body-slammed a Goonie. Milt also teases his upcoming trip to Africa, though we're unclear whether he'll be traveling by Toto song or Temple of Doom bridge. It's a journey that's equal parts nostalgia, musicology, and a John Hughes movie montage. Crank up your Walkman and join the ride — just don't feed Milt after midnight.

This week on The Metro, Rev. Jeff Ivins dives back into the 80s hits you might have forgotten about with songs by: Nena, Alarm, Uncanny X-Men, Toni Basil, The B-52's, Miracle Legion, Laura Branigan, ABC, The J Geils Band, Eddie Money, Japan, Missing Persons, Marshall Crenshaw, INXS, and finishing up with Naked Eyes.

Send us a textFriend to Loose Lips, Adam Mattera returns for the 11th time to talk about the latest release in the Sheena Easton reissue campaign, what we've all been waiting for, The Complete EMI recordings Volume 1! The 5CD box set includes her first 5 studio albums, plus B-Sides, live tracks and 25 previously unreleased recordings from that time!Special co-host Chris Williams  will be joining Ike Avelli to chat with Adam about this release, what's next for the Sheena Project, including a possible release date for Volume 2 and questions from THE best Sheena Easton Fans in the World!SHEENA EASTON: MODERN GIRL - THE COMPLETE EMI RECORDINGS VOL. ONE, 5CD CLAMSHELL BOX:https://www.cherryred.co.uk/sheena-easton-modern-girl-the-complete-emi-recordings-vol-one-5cd-clamshell-boxIf you have any questions for Tym or Ike, feel free to drop us a DM or email to ikeavellievents@hotmail.comFind Adam Mattera!Twitter: @AdamMatteraFacebook: @adam.matteraSpecial Thanks to everyone on the World Of Sheena Easton social media page who share the same love for our Sheena and for listening in!ÜberlubeÜberlube is body-friendly—free of parabens, preservatives, and petrochemicals.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

So many of the great songs of the '80s that we associate with our favorite artists are actually cover songs. How do we know? Because we've now done 14 podcasts about them! Today's show features the origins of songs made famous by Pat Benatar, Laura Branigan, Tracey Ullman, and Joan Jett. Our Sponsors The 2026 lineup of The 80s Cruise is here, along with our promo code. Royal Caribbean's Adventure of the Seas departs Port Canaveral on February 27 with stops in Nassau, Falmouth and Labadee. Artists include: Bret Michaels, Nile Rodgers & Chic, OMD, Billy Ocean, Gary Numan, Berlin, Taylor Dayne, Sugarhill Gang, Quiet Riot, Glass Tiger, Donnie Iris, Dazz Band, Heaven 17, Men Without Hats, Aldo Nova, Rob Base and Kool Moe Dee. Former MTV veejays Mark Goodman, Alan Hunter and Downtown Julie Brown will be there too. And now, if you're a first-time guest on the cruise, you can $250 in cabin credit when booking if you use the promo code STUCK. For more information, go to www.the80scruise.com. Our podcast is listener-supported via Patreon. Members get special swag and invitations to patron-only Zoom happy hours with the hosts of the podcast. Find out more at our official Patreon page. The Stuck in the '80s podcast is hosted by creator Steve Spears and Brad Williams. Find out more about the show, celebrating its 19th year in 2024, at sit80s.com.

If you grew up in or around the bizarro state of Rhode Island, you might remember the Warwick Musical Theatre. For decades, this tent-style venue (with a rotating circular stage in the middle) hosted concerts, comedy, musicals, and even wrestling. (Guess how many times Liberace performed there. No, you're low. Guess again.) And back in the 80s, this is where some of us first saw Weird Al, the Monkees, and oh yeah, Air Supply. So let's take a look at the whole wild history of the Warwick tent, which alas, has been gone for about a quarter century. (These days a giant hardware store is there, in case you need 8,000 hammers.) But in our hearts, Laura Branigan and Billy Ocean are playing there RIGHT NOW. The Flopcast website! The ESO Network! The Flopcast on Facebook! The Flopcast on Instagram! The Flopcast on Bluesky! The Flopcast on Mastadon! Please rate and review The Flopcast on Apple Podcasts! Email: info@flopcast.net Our music is by The Sponge Awareness Foundation! This week's promo: EnterpriseSplaining!    

Send us a textEpisode Summary:Today, Jeff is thrilled to have a special guest on the podcast—the legacy manager of Laura!  Laura Branigan wasn't just a singer; she was a force to be reckoned with. From her smash hit Gloria to the eerie Self Control, her voice left an indelible mark on the music industry. But behind the scenes, Branigan's career, personal struggles, and artistic dreams painted a more complex picture of the woman behind the hits.In this episode, we're going to take a deep dive into her life. We'll share the memories from her legendary manager Kathy, uncover some rare stories, and celebrate her music. We'll remember Laura Branigan—not just as a singer, but as an artist who shaped the sound of a generation. We hope you enjoy this Sunday or any day with Mary B's fifth son.  Raise your coffee mug to Laura and Kathy!Enjoy our 200th episode! We are so glad for all of our loyal listeners from all the countries and cities that support this podcast❤️❤️❤️❤️-IF YOU LIKE THIS WEEKS EPISODE HELP US GROW THIS PODCAST BY RATING, SUBSCRIBE, AND FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM @MARYBS5THSON. FINALLY, PLEASE SHARE THIS PODCAST WITH THOSE YOU LOVE TO HELP US CONTINUE TO CREATE CONTENT FOR YOU TO ENJOY EVERY SUNDAY MORNING OR ANYTIME! Listen Now:

Today's exceptionally danceable Electronically Yours episode features an in depth discussion with Mark Wood (Demon Records) and author Ian Wade about their new 5 CD + 4 LP boxsets, featuring  the best queer club classics 1980-1989.Across five individually themed discs, the deluxe CD set presents 53 original extended versions, including many hard-to-find remixes, encompassing full-length High Energy, House, Diva, Pop, Europop and Alternative eighties classics from the likes of Pet Shop Boys, Grace Jones, Sylvester, Eartha Kitt, Divine, New Order, Hazell Dean, Laura Branigan and many more.  Highlights include the hard-to-find 12” version of Village People's ‘Can't Stop The Music' plus the rarely-compiled underground club anthems ‘Pistol In My Pocket' by Lana Pellay and ‘After The Rainbow' by Joanne Daniëls. Not only were the ‘80s queer clubs where you were most likely to hear the latest groundbreaking developments in dance music (for example, house music would quietly flourish and innovate on the scene before busting overground and achieving near ubiquity as the decade progressed), there was also a heck of a lot of diversity on offer.Ladies and gentlemen - It's time to give in to sin – More Sin 2...If you can, please consider supporting the Electronically Yours podcast via my Patreon: patreon.com/electronicallyours

https://www.vinceliaguno.comVince Liaguno is an award-winning writer, anthologist and editor, and an occasional poet.Vince won the prestigious Bram Stoker Award for UNSPEAKABLE HORROR: FROM THE SHADOWS OF THE CLOSET (Dark Scribe Press 2008), an anthology of queer horror fiction, which he co-edited with Chad Helder. His debut novel, 2006's THE LITERARY SIX, was a tribute to the slasher films of the 80s and won an Independent Publisher Award (IPPY) for Horror and was named a finalist in ForeWord Magazine's Book of the Year Awards in the Gay/Lesbian Fiction category.Vince began writing professionally in 2005 for AUTOGRAPH, a national print magazine for enthusiasts of the titular hobby, where he remained an active contributor through 2009. In 2007, he launched DARK SCRIBE MAGAZINE, where he has remained Editor-in-Chief since the virtual magazine's inception. His many profiles, interviews, and non-fiction pieces have included bestselling authors (Christopher Rice, Bentley Little, Tess Gerritsen, Chelsea Cain), award-winning actors (Julianne Moore, Kathy Bates, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Meg Tilly), music artists (Cyndi Lauper, Terri Nunn of Berlin, the late Laura Branigan), and pop culture retrospectives on TV series such as MELROSE PLACE and WILL & GRACE. A complete list of Vince's published work can be found here.Born in Easton, Pennsylvania, raised in the Princeton area of New Jersey, he now calls the snowy mitten-shaped state of Michigan his home. He is a member — and former Secretary — of the Horror Writers Association (HWA) and the National Book Critics Circle (NBCC).VOX VOMITUS: Sometimes, it's not what goes right in the writing process, it's what goes horribly wrong. Host Jennifer Anne Gordon, award-winning gothic horror novelist and Co-Host Allison Martine, award-winning contemporary romance and speculative fiction novelist have taken on the top and emerging new authors of the day, including Josh Malerman (BIRDBOX, PEARL), Paul Tremblay (THE PALLBEARERS CLUB, SURVIVOR SONG), May Cobb (MY SUMMER DARLINGS, THE HUNTING WIVES), Amanda Jayatissa (MY SWEET GIRL), Carol Goodman (THE STRANGER BEHIND YOU), Meghan Collins (THE FAMILY PLOT), and dozens more in the last year alone. Pantsers, plotters, and those in between have talked everything from the “vomit draft” to the publishing process, dream-cast movies that are already getting made, and celebrated wins as the author-guests continue to shine all over the globe.www.jenniferannegordon.comwww.afictionalhubbard.comhttps://www.facebook.com/VoxVomituspodcast https://twitter.com/VoxVomitus#voxvomitus #voxvomituspodcast #authorswhopodcast #authors #authorlife #authorsoninstagram #authorsinterviewingauthors #livevideopodcast #livepodcast #bookstagram #liveauthorinterview #voxvomituslivevideopodcast #Jennifergordon

The Daily Quiz - Music Today's Questions: Question 1: Which American musician released the album 'Born in the U.S.A.'? Question 2: Whose Operas Include Tanhauser and Tristan Und Isolde? Question 3: Which female singer dueted with Eminem on the 2000 hit 'Stan'? Question 4: What Nationality Was Mozart? Question 5: Who Were Bobby Hatfield and Bill Medley? Question 6: Which singer released the song 'SOS'? Question 7: Which French electronica duo released the studio album 'Random Access Memories'? Question 8: Which popular name for girls was sung about by Van Morrison, The Doors, U2, and Laura Branigan? Question 9: Cheryl Lynn had a one hit wonder in 1979 with which song? This podcast is produced by Klassic Studios Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bruce Roberts is an American singer and songwriter. His songs have been recorded by such artists as The Pointer Sisters, Donna Summer, Barbra Streisand, Jeffrey Osborne, Whitney Houston, Alice Cooper and Laura Branigan. Reality Life with Kate Casey What to Watch List: https://katecasey.substack.com Holiday Gift Guide: https://www.amazon.com/shop/katecasey?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsfshop_Y6DZ8HHQSYTZYM81WWPJ Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/katecasey Like it to Know It: https://www.shopltk.com/explore/katecasey Twitter: https://twitter.com/katecasey Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/katecaseyca Tik Tok: http://www.tiktok.com/itskatecasey Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/113157919338245See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 126. The Emporium brings you the music of The Thompson Twins, Sleeper, Laura Branigan, The Alarm, PJ Harvey, Megadeth, Radiohead, Thomas Rhett, Maddie & Tae, Kirsty McColl, Joe Walsh and The Little Angels.

Mit ihrem Debütalbum "Welcome To The Pleasuredome" knüpften Frankie Goes To Hollywood nahtlos an ihren Erfolg der vorherigen Singles "Relax" und "Two Tribes" an. Bereits vor dem Erscheinen des Albums am 29. Oktober 1984 soll es 1,5 Millionen Vorbestellungen im Vereinigten Königreich gegeben haben. Produktion von "Welcome To The Pleasuredome" Die Produktion zum Album hat von Juli 1983 bis 1984 in zwei unterschiedlichen Studios stattgefunden. In den Manor Studios im Norden von Oxford und in den Sam Studios im Londoner Stadtteil Notting Hill. "Relax" ist ein Jahr vor Albumveröffentlichung, im Oktober 1983, bereits als Single erschienen – und wurde direkt ein Riesenhit in Großbrittanien. Und auch mit den folgenden zwei Singles "Two Tribes" und "The Power Of Love" stürmten sie die Charts: Dreimal hintereinander Nummer 1 in UK, das hatten zuvor nur Gary and The Pacemakers im Jahr 1963 geschafft. Skandale als Marketingkonzept Interessant ist, dass diese Produktion einherging mit dem festen Plan Skandale auslösen zu wollen. Trevor Horn hat eng mit Musikjournalist Paul Morley zusammengearbeitet, der es verstand wie man ein Marketingkonzept für eine Band gestaltet, um möglichst viel Aufmerksamkeit zu erregen. Die Band sollte schnell Bekanntheit erlangen und dabei aus der Masse hervorstechen. __________ Über diese Songs vom Album "Welcome To The Pleasuredome" wird im Podcast gesprochen (13:48) – "The World Is My Oyster"(17:17) – "Welcome To The Pleasuredome"(29:28) – "Relax"(41:49) – "Two Tribes"(48:07) – "Tag"(49:15) – "Born To Run"(55:45) – "The Power Of Love"__________ Über diese Songs wird außerdem im Podcast gesprochen (02:38) – "Moonlight Shadow" von Maggie Reilly(04:30) – "Self Control" von Laura Branigan(21:04) – "Welcome To The Pleasuredome" von Holly Johnson (44:56) – "Russians" von Sting(45:11) – "Leningrad" von Billy Joel(59:59) – "The Power Of Love" von Jennifer Rush(01:00:20) – "The Power Of Love" von Huey Lewis And The News__________ Alle Shownotes und weiterführenden Links zur Folge "Reggatta De Blanc" findet ihr hier: https://www.swr.de/swr1/rp/meilensteine/swr1-meilensteine-frankie-goes-to-hollywood-welcome-to-the-pleasuredome-100.html __________ Ihr wollt mehr Podcasts wie diesen? Abonniert die SWR1 Meilensteine! Fragen, Kritik, Anregungen? Meldet euch gerne per WhatsApp-Sprachnachricht an die (06131) 92 93 94 95 oder schreibt uns an meilensteine@swr.de

Welcome to our podcast series from The Super Network and Pop4D called Tubi Tuesdays Podcast! This podcast series is focused on discovering and doing commentaries/watch a longs for films found on the free streaming service Tubi, at TubiTVYour hosts for Tubi Tuesdays are Super Marcey, ‘The Terrible Australian' Bede Jermyn, Prof. Batch (From Pop4D & Web Tales: A Spider-Man Podcast) and Kollin (From Trash Panda Podcast), will take turns each week picking a film to watch and most of them will be ones we haven't seen before.Film Starts Playing At: 00:08:45Welcome back to The Tubi Tuesdays Podcast, the number one Tubi related podcast that's hosted by two Australians, one Canadian and one American! All four co-hosts are here this week with Super Marcey, Bede Jermyn, Prof. Batch and Kollin, which is weird because it's Bede's pick of film this week and that's always a gamble! Bede's pick of film this week is Mugsy's Girls (1984) aka Delta Pi, a film about mud wrestling ... hmmm why wasn't this the film for Oil Mania? Anyways though, did Bede choose wisely with his choice of film?! Listen in and find out! Enjoy the show!Mugsy's Girls was directed by Kevin Brodie, it stars Ruth Gordon, Laura Branigan, Joanna Dierck, Eddie Deezen, James Wilder, Estrellita, Rebecca Forstadt, Candace Pandolfo, Kristi Somers, Steve Brodie and Teacup the rabbit.If you have never listened to a commentary before and want to watch the film along with the podcast, here is how it works. You simply need to grab a copy of the film or load it up on Tubi (you may need alcohol), and sync up the podcast audio with the film. We will tell you when to press and you follow along, it is that easy! Because we have watched the films on Tubi, it is a free service and there are ads, however we will give a warning when it comes up, so you can pause the film and provide time stamps to keep in sync.Highlights include:* Did Bede pick well this week?* The film stars Ruth Gordon, who might be a new character on the show??* Future Louise and Present Louise show up ... urgh double Louise!* So this bunny rabbit smokes pot? Right on!* Are they wrestling in ectoplasm? Maybe!* Do not sing Gloria by Laura Branigan to Kollin ... seriously!* Acknowledge your tribal kief!* Plus much, much more!Check out The Super Network on Patreon to gain early access to The Tubi Tuesdays Podcast!DISCLAIMER: This audio commentary isn't meant to be taken seriously, it is just a humourous look at a film. It is for entertainment purposes, we do not wish to offend anyone who worked on and in the film, we have respect for you all.Music provided by DeNNo, introduction and podcast editing by Super Marcey & Bede Jermyn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on The Metro, Rev. Jeff Ivins brings you another week of 80s tunes to take you back featuring: Crowded House, Sting, Culture Club, General Public, Jona Lewie, Iggy Pop & Kate Pierson, Devo, Dragon, A-Ha, Rod Stewart, Duran Duran, Laura Branigan, and finishing off with Gazebo.

On the August 26 edition of the Music History Today podcast, it's all about Laura Branigan, Bobby Darin, & Taylor Hicks. Plus, happy birthday to 1 of my favorite singers: Shirley Manson of Garbage!!! For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts from ALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY  PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - ⁠https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday⁠ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/musichistorytodaypodcast/support

Be kind, rewind and make sure you're at the Pretoria Retro Fair on Saturday 31 August, details here: www.retrofair.co.za. Bring your Bob-T card! Paulo didn't pay that much attention to the Roadhouse Remake after all and Dori tells us about Narcopotamusesesessesssees. Plus mentions of Tupac, Willem Dafoe, Rabbit, Laura Branigan, a LEGO Gremlin, Erik Estrada and a plot to trick The Hoff. Tools, Websites, and Links Pretoria Retro Fair: "00:00:17" Facebook Page of That 80 Show: "00:02:01" Custom Funko Pops: "00:05:30" BBC Article on Paradise Road: "00:12:59" Springbok Radio: "00:15:24" Podcast: Criminal: "00:18:46" LEGO Ideas Competition: "00:36:41" ANZ Bank Campaign: "00:43:46" Warner Brothers Licensing: "00:44:45" Facebook Page: Alicia's Say: "00:54:59" Roadhouse (Original and Remake): "00:06:22" Paradise Road by Joy: "00:10:40" Rabbit (Band): "00:11:40" David Gresham Show: "00:14:36" "To Live and Die in L.A.": "00:30:54" Documentary: The Two Escobars: "00:26:09" Movies: Thomas Anders: "00:02:55" Conor McGregor: "00:06:22" Laurel Branigan - Self Control: "00:16:42" Narcos (TV Series): "00:22:20" The Goonies: "00:37:24" Gremlins: "00:38:17" Boy George Biopic: "00:39:16" CHiPs (TV Show): "00:40:18" CHiPs (2017 Movie): "00:42:08" David Kubota: "00:49:13" Elton John: "00:37:54" Jane Fonda Workout Studio: "00:37:57" Saltburn (Movie): "00:39:40" Brooklyn Nine-Nine: "00:52:17" Coca-Cola: "00:52:39" Back to the Future: "00:52:09" Nightmare on Elm Street: "00:52:12" Die Hard: "00:52:12"

August 2, 2024 Today we look at the top songs debuting on the Billboard chart this week back in 1984, 1994, 2004, & 2014. Dutch, Jason, & Grace welcome back returning guest Jeff while discussing 13 songs from this week in music history, including 13 Top 40 hits with 5 in the Top 10!  We have new songs from Rich Gang, Laura Branigan, Sheryl Crow, Gretchen Wilson, and more. Want to watch the music videos for all the songs? Well here's a convenient playlist that has them all in order of discussion.

First up - we need your votes to hold on to our African Podcast Association Best Music Show award. You can help by voting here, and voting constantly. It's what George Michael would have wanted: Vote Here. (Shameless plug, but Paulo is in the running with his other podcasts, vote for his sports show, Working Title FC and his career and entrepreneurship show, Curse of the Creative). We follow up last week's Tom Selleck avo story with insider info and take time to mourn the Richard Simmons come-back the world was denied. We suggest the only way to dance to "Gloria" by Laura Branigan and compare Rob Lowe to a Star Wars character. Paulo delves into the mechanics of obscure 80s video game formats and Dori hears about an 80s movie character we haven't thought about since her story ended. Vote for That 80s Show (00:01:17) Paulo and Dori discuss their nomination and ask for votes for the African Podcast and Voiceover Association awards. Tom Selleck Water Controversy (00:05:33) Paulo corrects a previous story about Tom Selleck's water controversy and discusses the true details with Dori. Richard Simmons' Passing (00:14:26) Paulo and Dori express their sadness over the passing of Richard Simmons and discuss the circumstances surrounding his death. Dr. Ruth's Passing (00:21:12) Paulo and Dori briefly mention the passing of Dr. Ruth and reminisce about her TV appearances in the 80s. Dr. Ruth and the 80s (00:21:33) Discussion about Dr. Ruth and her impact on the 80s, her character, and her sex tips. Getting Back into the Swing of Things (00:22:38) Paulo and Dori discuss getting back into work and socializing after an injury, sharing personal experiences. Renovations and Challenges (00:23:14) Dori talks about challenges faced due to building renovations and the impact on accessibility. Netflix Recommendations (00:24:52) Dori shares recommendations from Netflix and discusses their experience with the platform's content. Discussion of "Eric" on Netflix (00:26:05) Paulo and Dori discuss the show "Eric," its setting, and the portrayal of the 1980s. Plot of "Eric" and Dark Themes (00:27:39) Discussion of the plot of "Eric," its dark themes, and references to other shows. Soundtrack of "Eric" (00:31:20) Discussion of the music used in "Eric," including specific tracks and their impact on the show. Impact of "Eric" and Benedict Cumberbatch's Performance (00:31:40) Discussion of the impact of "Eric" and the performance of Benedict Cumberbatch in the show. The Brat Pack and Hollywood Perception (00:35:42) Paulo and Dori explore the negative perception of the Brat Pack in Hollywood and their experiences with the label. Rob Lowe and the Brat Pack (00:40:21) Discussion of Rob Lowe's experiences with the Brat Pack, his career, and his enduring good looks. The Thompson Twins Video Game (00:44:15) Paulo revisits the topic of 80s music video games, specifically the Thompson Twins' promotional video game for "Doctor Doctor." Safety Dance Video Game (00:45:24) Discussion about the potential for a video game based on the music video for "Safety Dance," involving a quest and a dance-off in medieval times. Miami Vice Video Game (00:46:43) Mention of an existing video game based on the TV show "Miami Vice," along with the prevalence of video games based on TV shows in the 80s. Interactive Board Game for the 80s (00:47:31) Paulo's idea for an interactive board game based on 80s music videos, featuring Milli Vanilli music videos and spotting lip-syncing. The Empress from The Neverending Story (00:51:37) Paulo and Dori discuss Tami Stronach, the actress who played the Empress in "The Neverending Story," and her life after the movie. Tami Stronach's New Fantasy Movie (00:54:14) Details about Tami Stronach's return to acting in a new fantasy movie called "Man & Witch," along with the star-studded cast.

Joe “Bean” Esposito is an acclaimed singer/songwriter. He's the lead singer with The Brooklyn Bridge, which had a huge hit in the 1960s with “The Worst That Could Happen” when Johnny Maestro was the lead singer. Joe has had hit songs in many movies including “Flashdance”, “The Karate Kid”, “Coming To America”, “Staying Alive” and “American Hot Wax”. And he's sung with Donna Summer, Laura Branigan, Kenny Vance among others.My featured song is “A Lover's Plea” from the album Bobby M and the Paisley Parade. Spotify link.---------------------------------------------The Follow Your Dream Podcast:Top 1% of all podcasts with Listeners in 200 countries!For more information and other episodes of the podcast click here. To subscribe to the podcast click here.To subscribe to our weekly Follow Your Dream Podcast email click here.To Rate and Review the podcast click here.“Dream With Robert”. Click here.—----------------------------------------“LOU'S BLUES” is Robert's new single. Called “Fantastic! Great playing and production!” (Mark Egan - Pat Metheny Group/Elements) and “Digging it!” (Peter Erskine - Weather Report)!Click HERE for all links.—----------------------------------------“THE RICH ONES”. Robert's recent single. With guest artist Randy Brecker (Blood Sweat & Tears) on flugelhorn. Click HERE for all links.—---------------------------------------“MILES BEHIND”, Robert's debut album, recorded in 1994, was “lost” for the last 30 years. It's now been released for streaming. Featuring Randy Brecker (Blood Sweat & Tears), Anton Fig (The David Letterman Show), Al Foster (Miles Davis), Tim Ries (The Rolling Stones), Jon Lucien and many more. Called “Hip, Tight and Edgy!” Click here for all links.—--------------------------------------“IT'S ALIVE!” is Robert's latest Project Grand Slam album. Featuring 13 of the band's Greatest Hits performed “live” at festivals in Pennsylvania and Serbia.Reviews:"An instant classic!" (Melody Maker)"Amazing record...Another win for the one and only Robert Miller!" (Hollywood Digest)"Close to perfect!" (Pop Icon)"A Masterpiece!" (Big Celebrity Buzz)"Sterling effort!" (Indie Pulse)"Another fusion wonder for Project Grand Slam!" (MobYorkCity)Click here for all links.Click here for song videos—-----------------------------------------Intro/Outro Voiceovers courtesy of:Jodi Krangle - Professional Voiceover Artisthttps://voiceoversandvocals.com Audio production:Jimmy RavenscroftKymera Films Connect with Joe at:www.joebeanesposito.com Connect with the Follow Your Dream Podcast:Website - www.followyourdreampodcast.comEmail Robert - robert@followyourdreampodcast.com Follow Robert's band, Project Grand Slam, and his music:Website - www.projectgrandslam.comYouTubeSpotify MusicApple MusicEmail - pgs@projectgrandslam.com

American Redneck day.  Entertainment from 1973.  Idaho became 43rd state, Battle of Gettysburg ended, George Washington only time he surrendered.  Todays birthdays - Fontella Bass, Kurtwood Smith, Johnny Lee, Johnny Wilder, Jan Smithers, Laura Branigan, Stephen Pearcy, Aaron Tippin, Thomas Gibson, Tom Cruise, Yeardley Smith, Trent Tomlinson, Andrea Barber.  Andy Griffith died.Intro - Pour some sugar on me - Def Leppard    http://defleppard.com/Redneck woman - Gretchen WilsonGive me love - George Harrison Don't fight the feelings of love - Charley PrideBirthday - Teh BeatlesBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent  http://50cent.com/Rescue me - Fontella BassLooking for love - Johnny LeeAlways and forever - HeatwaveGloria - Laura BraniganDance - RattYou've got to stand for something - Aaron TippinDrunker than me - Trent TomlinsonExit - Its not love - Dokken    http://dokken.net/Follow Jeff Stampka on Facebook and cooolmedia.com 

Angelo Ellerbee is an institution!  The public relations maverick has worked with and guided the careers of icons and ingenues, legends and leading actors and he has built a legacy that continues to flourish decades after he began.  The Newark, NJ native, who began his stellar career working in the fashion industry--designing, styling and hosting shows as fundraisers to combat the global issue of HIV/AIDS--soon found himself in the world of publicity and artist relations,In 1985, Ellerbee founded Double XXposure Public Relations, working with artists and record labels to champion the careers of such luminaries as Michael Jackson, Lionel Richie, Dionne Warwick, Roberta Flack and reggae giants like Shabba Ranks and Patra, while also shaping the careers of supermodels and burgeoning business titans and industry leaders.  But the thing that caught the attention of everyone in the music industry was that Angelo Ellerbee had a keen sense of artist development, a component of the music industry that had helped to establish artists of the Motown era especially (but an essential part of most labels) that had slowly disappeared in the ever-changing landscape of music. While continuing to serve as CEO of his flagship enterprise, Ellerbee also went on to serve as Senior VP of Publicity for Island Def Jam Records, where he brought R&B supergroup Dru Hill, music legend Mr. Biggs aka Ronald Isley of the legendary Isley Brothers, and gospel superstar Karen Clark Sheard to prominence. Double XXposure managed such major talents as sex symbol/singer Ginuwine, pop superstar Laura Branigan and rap icon DMX.  Ellerbee took the helm of DMX's career, serving as President and General Manager of rap superstar's Bloodline Records.  Under his leadership, Ellerbee cultivated the Def Jam imprint into a full-fledged recording company. In addition, he managed the multi-platinum recording artist himself, as he collected more than 22 million record sales in his global tallies. Never one to settle or sit on his laurels, Ellerbee has continued to expand his presence in media, writing 3 best-selling books [WHAT'S YOUR EXCUSE?, ASK ANGELO (46 Years of Industry Excellence) and his latest tome THE SENSE OF SUCCESS, where his no-nonsense style helps the readers tackle difficult shifts and struggles in their quest for success).   He continues to work in television, partnering with BET Networks to produce 4 shows, including Harlem Hall of Fame, which will honor and celebrate the culture of the renown hamlet and such Harlem heroes as the original Black sex symbol, actor Billy Dee Williams, Congressman Charles Rangel, fashion maverick Audrey Smaltz, leading lady of Hollywood Leslie Uggams and music's buoyant bad boy for life, producer/recording artist/fashion mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs.  Ellerbee also works passionately with the LGBTQ community, having served as Chairman of the Board of NYC's Gay Men of African Descent (GMAD) and working with Unity Fellowship Church Movement on their 35th Anniversary Gala under the leadership of Archbishop Carl Bean, who recorded "Born This Way" during his own stellar career at Motown Records.  Angelo Ellerbee is the Sultan of Swag and his capacity to transform and translate the culture has made him an industry giant for decades, and he's still standing.  That's what institutions do!© 2024 All Rights Reserved© 2024 Building Abundant Success!!Join Me on ~ iHeart Media @ https://tinyurl.com/iHeartBASAmazon Music ~ https://tinyurl.com/AmzBASAudacy:  https://tinyurl.com/BASAu  

April 12, 2024 Today we look at the top songs debuting on the Billboard chart this week back in 1984, 1994, 2004, & 2014. Dutch, Jason, & Grace do the show on their own! We keep it a bit tighter this week while discussing 12 songs from this week in music history; including 2 Top 10 Hits. We have new songs from Shakira, Nas, Laura Branigan, Mobb Deep, and more. Want to watch the music videos for all the songs? Well here's a convenient playlist that has them all in order of discussion.

This week on The Metro, Rev Jeff Ivins is back from his 2 week break and brings you the following bands for your time trip to the 1980s: The Cure, Cyndi Lauper, Paul Young, Alexander O’Neal, Tears For Fears, Thompson Twins, Kool & The Gang, Josie Cotton, Berlin, Laura Branigan, Mike + The Mechanics, Spandau Ballet, Culture Club, ABC, and finishing off with some Bangles.

Originally from Argentina, Cecilia Gentili came to the U.S. pursuing a safer life as a transgender woman. She lived undocumented for 10 years. After surviving arrests and an immigration detention, she accessed recovery services and won asylum. Cecilia founded Transgender Equity Consulting, which works to ensure all people living on the margins receive dignity and respect. In today's episode, Annmarie and Cecilia talk about growing up on the margins, emigrating to the United States, and how to love and forgive people who struggle to offer dignity or understanding in return.   Cecilia Gentili passed away on Feb. 6, 2024. She was 52 years old. Episode Sponsor: The Word Is Change – A neighborhood bookstore in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, selling used and new books, hosting readings and meetings, buying books for resale, and supporting visual artists. Come into the store and find the perfect book you were looking for, or the perfect book you didn't even know you were looking for. And shop online at thewordischange.com. Titles Discussed in this Episode: FALTAS, by Cecilia Gentili Here are links to some of Cecilia's favorite songs: Isabel Pantoja singing “Abrásame Muy Fuerte,” (or Hug Me Really Hard. Gilda singing “No me Arrepiento de este Amor,” (or I Don't Regret This Love).  Laura Branigan singing “Gloria.”  Here's a clip from Cecilia Gentili appearing as Ms. Orlando in POSE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Walter ends up on a security detail after the band Sweet Kicks (featuring Laura Branigan) is almost blown up. Automan is excited to live the rock and roll lifestyle and ends up kind of dating Jessie (Laura). Then, he dad goes to an old mob friend for some protection, but they end up being taken out. It's up to Walter and Automan to save the day now! 

REALITY ISSUES 0084S08 E01 ACrazy Honkey Weekend Civic CenterWhere we're going, we don't need descriptions anymore.AI__As the haunting chords of Nirvana's classics take you back in time, we'll be guiding you through a flavorful journey that's equal parts nostalgia and culinary envy. Remember the days when a recipe book was just a suggestion and not a necessity? I sure do, and I'll share how those kitchen maestros who cook by intuition both impress and irk me. But our conversation doesn't just simmer on the stove; we take a hard look at Morgan Spurlock's "Super Size Me," dissecting the film's legacy amidst his personal revelations. Join us as we chew on the balance between skepticism and empathy when our idols show their human side.Ever wondered what the thunder of hooves and the crack of a lasso sound like up close? We're taking you ringside to the 63rd annual Cracker Day Rodeo, where the spirit of Florida's heritage is as palpable as the dust kicked up by the bulls. Meet colorful characters like Dave "Showtime" Meyer, who swaps bull riding for barrel laughs, and hear how the rodeo has galloped through time, reinventing traditions without losing its soul. It's an episode where neighborly love is as abundant as crab apples, and every anecdote is a ticket to the grandstand of communal celebration.Comics aren't just for Sundays anymore, as we explore the nuanced narrative of strips like Funky Winkerbean and their reflections on societal shifts. Tune in for a heartfelt homage to a comic legend as Tom Batyuk wraps up a storied run, leaving behind a legacy of laughter and introspection. We then step out of the funny pages and into the song that's become an anthem for the overworked and overbooked, Laura Branigan's "Gloria." It's a candid discussion about managing the juggling act of life and work in the Zoom era, and how to keep ahold of your identity amidst the cacophony of demands. Whether you're a funny pages aficionado or just need a moment of comic relief, this episode is your personal invite to strike a balance with us.

On this episode, Derek sits with Kendra Erika.  Kendra is an exciting up and coming musician who has tasted success with her cover of the Laura Branigan classic, "Self Control" and Frank Sinatra's "Witchcraft".  With her unique vocal talents, she has left her mark on the musical world.  She discusses how she got into music, her success, her outlook on her musical future, her foray into acting, her views on the social issues in the music industry and much more.Website: https://kendraerika.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kendraerikaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/KendraErikaMusic/Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/KendraErikaYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/KendraErikaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kendra-erika-fulmer-6a8712b1TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kendraerikaSPONSOR - Go to https://betterhelp.com/derekduvallshow for 10% off your first month of therapy with @betterhelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help #sponsored

The hits didn't stop with #11 for Jay nor Deon in 2023. This past calendar year brought us plenty of noteworthy vinyl releases, and the eighteenth bonus episode rightfully shines a spotlight on said sonic successes. These sounds are downright delightful. It's an honor to share them with podcast America. ROCK. ON. Sonic (non-mix) contributors to this special 2023 Leftovers edition of Lightning Licks Radio include: Howard Glysz, Prince Paul, De La Soul, Ethan Klein, Dinner Party, Michael Gonet, Sonic Youth, Destroyer, Laura Branigan, The Roots, Wu-Tang Clan, Bully, Soccer Mommy, Rat Boys, Julian Casablancas, Mother Love Bone, Stone Gossard, Jamie Wyatt, Olivia Newton John, The Police, Electric Light Orchestra, Adrian Quesada, DJT, Eric B., Soul Coughing, Lloyd Newman, and LeAlan Jones along with his sister and grandmother. Featured artist include, from Jay, Be Your Own Pet, Mega Bog, Debby Friday, Brad, and Juliana Hatfield. Deon brought Oddissee, Sparklehorse, Black Thought and El Michels Affair, Slow Pulp, and Black Pumas to the dining room table. Your leftover mixtape: [SIDE A] (1) Black Thought & El Michels Affair – The Weather (2) Brad – Straight to the Hoop (3) Black Pumas – Gemini Sun (4) Debby Friday – So Hard To Tell (5) Sparklehorse – O Child [SIDE B] (1) Be Your Own Pet – Bad Mood Rising (2) Oddissee – Many Hats (3) Mega Bog – Don't Doom Me, Now (4) Slow Pulp – Slugs (5) Juliana Hatfield – Telephone Line [END] --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/llradio/message

This week on The Metro, Rev Jeff Ivins brings the following bands for your weekly time trip to the 1980s: Bow Wow Wow, Thompson Twins, The Kinks, Laura Branigan, Icehouse, Culture Club, A Flock Of Seagulls, Paul Young, Falco, Bongos, The Smiths, The Pretenders, The Human League, The Waitresses, Sting, and finishing up with Phil Seymour.

It's the Smother Brothers! Hosting SNL during the Ebersol era! Now that's some cozy, down-home holiday fun if I do say so myself. William Ham joins us as we break down the history of the mighty Brothers and how it runs up against a cancelled SNL special, live commercials tell the tale of the pre-crash video game market, more Airplane 2 discussion than you'd expect and more!  

We're down to eight great comeback songs; which ones will join the Do Call It A Comeback season's Final Four? We're quoting Wayne's World, we're putting things in plaid place out of eight, we're remembering upsetting Beatles gifts, we're adding salt to temp tracks, and we're wondering why it so often seemed like nobody cared about Laura Branigan's reputation. Transmitting live-to-tape from the floor of the Utah legislature while on a date with Bonnie Raitt, it's Mark And Sarah Talk About Songs! Our intro is an LL Byrne J mash-up, and our outro is by Squeeze. For more information/to become a patron of the show, visit patreon.com/mastas. SHOW NOTES Not sure what's going on here? Start at the beginning! Laura Branigan's insupportable "Hold Me" cover art Toothy D's Vegas residency Do Call It A Comeback, Episode 7: Footnotes and Odd Lots Episode 125: ABBA-sode with Adam Grosswirth

This week on The Metro, Rev. Jeff Ivins brings you the following bands for your weekly time warp to the 1980s: Joe Jackson, Kajagoogoo, XTC, Til Tuesday, Katrina & The Waves, Adam & The Ants, Laura Branigan, Scandal, Olivia Newton-John, Bangles, Robert Palmer, Bronski Beat, Love and Rockets, and finishing up with Berlin.

To celebrate the 39th Anniversary of Laura Branigan's seminal album ‘Self Control', I decided to create a tribute by way of an edit of her track ‘Self Control' that I can DJ in my sets.

Access this entire 80 minute episode (and additional monthly bonus episodes, including the entire Miami Vice sidebar series) by becoming a Junk Filter patron! Over 30% of episodes are exclusively available to patrons of the show. https://www.patreon.com/posts/147-miami-vice-88727844 For the eighth episode in our Miami Vice series, Twitchstreamer and friend of the show Toph returns from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia to discuss the international influence Vice had on gaming, manga and Hong Kong action cinema. Grand Theft Auto: Vice City uses the DNA of Miami Vice to offer a complex satire of American society and culture within the gameplay, one of several games that took cues from the show, including the officially licensed (but inferior) Miami Vice for the PS2 in 2004. We discuss two episodes from season one of the series that feel like Vice City game missions, and explore the clear influence Miami Vice had on Asian pop culture, in particular the films of John Woo during his hot streak in Hong Kong through the 80s; the signs of Vice are everywhere, especially in A Better Tomorrow II (1987), disowned by the director after studio interference, but like The Prodigal Son, it was also partly filmed on location in New York City and it climaxes in a Bushido-esque orgy of heroic bloodshed and Dudes Rock energy. Episodes discussed on the show: The Great McCarthy - Season 1, Ep 8 The Maze - Season 1, Ep 18 Here's where you can find Toph on social media Twitter: https://twitter.com/real91toph TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@91toph Twitch: http://twitch.tv/91toph Youtube: https://youtube.com/@tophscinematheque… Toph's Oppenheimer video Trailer for the PS2 Miami Vice game, 2004 Music video for “Self Control”, Laura Branigan (directed by William Friedkin, 1984) Cover band version of “Self Control” from The Great McCarthy. International trailer for A Better Tomorrow II (Woo, 1987)

On the August 26 edition of the Music History Today podcast, it's all about Laura Branigan, Bobby Darin, & Taylor Hicks. Plus, happy birthday to 1 of my favorite singers: Shirley Manson of Garbage!!! ALL MY MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/musichistorytodaypodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/musichistorytodaypodcast/support

Vince Liaguno is an award-winning writer, anthologist and editor, and an occasional poet. Vince won the prestigious Bram Stoker Award for UNSPEAKABLE HORROR: FROM THE SHADOWS OF THE CLOSET (Dark Scribe Press 2008), an anthology of queer horror fiction, which he co-edited with Chad Helder. His debut novel, 2006's THE LITERARY SIX, was a tribute to the slasher films of the 80s and won an Independent Publisher Award (IPPY) for Horror and was named a finalist in ForeWord Magazine's Book of the Year Awards in the Gay/Lesbian Fiction category. Vince began writing professionally in 2005 for AUTOGRAPH, a national print magazine for enthusiasts of the titular hobby, where he remained an active contributor through 2009. In 2007, he launched DARK SCRIBE MAGAZINE, where he has remained Editor-in-Chief since the virtual magazine's inception. His many profiles, interviews, and non-fiction pieces have included bestselling authors (Christopher Rice, Bentley Little, Tess Gerritsen, Chelsea Cain), award-winning actors (Julianne Moore, Kathy Bates, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Meg Tilly), music artists (Cyndi Lauper, Terri Nunn of Berlin, the late Laura Branigan), and pop culture retrospectives on TV series such as MELROSE PLACE and WILL & GRACE. Born in Easton, Pennsylvania, raised in the Princeton area of New Jersey, he now calls the snowy mitten-shaped state of Michigan his home. He is a member — and former Secretary — of the Horror Writers Association (HWA) and the National Book Critics Circle (NBCC). https://www.vinceliaguno.com #VinceLiaguno #UnspeakableHorror #DarkRainbowRising VOX VOMITUS: Sometimes, it's not what goes right in the writing process, it's what goes horribly wrong. And VOX VOMITUS has been going “horribly wrong” in the best way possible for the past TWO YEARS! Host Jennifer Anne Gordon, award-winning gothic horror novelist and Co-Host Allison Martine, award-winning contemporary romance novelist have taken on the top and emerging new authors of the day, including Josh Malerman (BIRDBOX, PEARL), Paul Tremblay (THE PALLBEARERS CLUB, SURVIVOR SONG), May Cobb (MY SUMMER DARLINGS, THE HUNTING WIVES), Amanda Jayatissa (MY SWEET GIRL), Carol Goodman (THE STRANGER BEHIND YOU), Meghan Collins (THE FAMILY PLOT), and dozens more in the last year alone. Pantsers, plotters, and those in between have talked everything from the “vomit draft” to the publishing process, dream-cast movies that are already getting made, and celebrated wins as the author-guests continue to shine all over the globe. www.jenniferannegordon.com www.afictionalhubbard.com https://www.facebook.com/VoxVomituspodcast https://twitter.com/VoxVomitus #voxvomitus #voxvomituspodcast #authorswhopodcast #authors #authorlife #authorsoninstagram #authorsinterviewingauthors #livevideopodcast #livepodcast #bookstagram #Jenniferannegordon #allisonmartinehubbard #allisonmartine #allisonhubbard #liveauthorinterview #livepodcast #books #voxvomituslivevideopodcast #Jennifergordon --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/voxvomitus/support

The rankings only get more challenging as the First-Name Basis season confronts its Top 20 -- as well as iconic pop numbers, Jersey "law," unholy mash-ups of finalist songs, the cease-and-desist letter SDB should expect any moment now from Laura Branigan's estate, and your co-hosts ranking themselves 21st at remembering to play all the clips. Liza, Yoda, "Cocaine," and avant-garde math: beat back those man-eating Casio vines and join us! Our intro is [deep breath] Elliott Smith, Ben Folds, Andrew Byrne, Laura Barger, AND Jack Baldelli, and our outro is Deee-Lite. SHOW NOTES For more information/to become a patron of the show, find us on Patreon ...or on Instagram ...or on Facebook Not sure what's going on here? Start at the beginning of the First-Name Basis season Laura Branigan vs. "The Power of Love" Laura Branigan vs. an accurate obit Liza, the Muppets, and Lola Rico Tony LLC Roxanne's "soundtracks" page at IMDb

Harvey Brownstone conducts an in-depth interview with David Friedman, Composer, Musical Director, Author, “The Thought Exchange” About Harvey's guest: Today's guest, David Friedman, is a film and theatre composer, songwriter, conductor, author and teacher whose list of accomplishments is truly staggering.   After spending several years conducting musicals on Broadway including “Grease”, “Joseph & The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” and “Song and Dance”, he went to Hollywood, where he was the Conductor and Vocal Arranger on many Disney classic films including “Beauty & The Beast”, “Aladdin”, “Pocahontas” and “The Hunchback of Notre Dame”.    He wrote music and lyrics for Disney's “Aladdin and the King of Thieves”, and he spent 13 years as Music Supervisor and Vocal Arranger of “Beauty & The Beast” on Broadway.    His off-Broadway hit, “Desperate Measures” won the 2018 Drama Desk, Outer Critics' Circle and Off Broadway Alliance Awards.  He's also co-written many other highly acclaimed shows, including “Scandalous”, “Chasing Nicolette, which won the Barrymore Award for best score, “Nellie Bly”, and “Money Talks”, as well as his beloved Christmas Oratorio, “King Island Christmas”, which has had over 50 productions around the world, and which won a Frederick Loewe Award and Dramatists Guild Award.  And his show entitled, “Listen to my Heart: The Songs of David Friedman”, has also been performed throughout America and globally.   He's written numerous classic hit songs, including “Help is on the Way”, “My Simple Christmas Wish” and “Let the Music Play”, all of which have won MAC Awards for Song of the Year.  His multi-platinum-selling songs have been performed by everyone from Diana Ross, Barry Manilow and Petula Clark, to Allison Krauss, Laura Branigan, Lainie Kazan – and of course, the magnificent, late, great Nancy LaMott, for whom our guest produced ALL of her albums and DVDs.   For 10 years he appeared on the Today Show every month, performing his songs live with some of Broadway's brightest stars.  His songs have been used to raise money for charitable organizations, for children's hospitals, Breast Cancer Awareness, and Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.    He's released 2 CD's, entitled “A Different Light” and “Let Me Fly”, in which he sings his own songs.   In 1997 he received a Backstage Bistro Award for Composer of the Year AND a Johnny Mercer Award for Songwriter of the Year.  And in 2012 he received a Special Lifetime Achievement Award at the MAC Awards.    And if ALL OF THAT weren't enough, he's become renowned for his work in metaphysics and human potential exploration, with his #1 best selling book entitled, “The Thought Exchange: Overcoming Our Resistance to Living a Sensational Life”.  A new 20th anniversary edition of the book was just released.   The book formed the basis for a critically acclaimed documentary film directed by Usher Morgan, called “The Thought Exchange”.  Since then, our guest has written 4 more books, entitled, “The Healing Power of Negative Thoughts and Uncomfortable Sensations”, “It's all Inside”, “We Can Be Kind – Healing Our World One Kindness at a Time”, and “Help is on the Way”.  And he has TWO more books on the way. For more interviews and podcasts go to: https://www.harveybrownstoneinterviews.com/ To see more about David Friedman, go to:http://thethoughtexchange.com/https://www.facebook.com/thethoughtexchangehttps://twitter.com/ThoughtExchnge#DavidFriedman  #harveybrownstoneinterviews

Our First-Name Basis season is underway! Our mission: to identify the most iconic song associated with a first name. But how? It starts right here, as we look at the first 10 in our FNB Top 40 and decide which songs/names move on to the next round. Along the way, we make predictions, remember Just One Of The Guys and American Crime Story, stand too close to you with Chardonnay breath, re-scan upstate towns to fit into country songs, and pay tribute to the car trips and roller rinks of our youths. Come on, Eileens: it's an all-new MASTAS season! Our intro is [deep breath] Elliott Smith, Ben Folds, Andrew Byrne, Laura Barger, AND Jack Baldelli, and our outro is De La Soul. For more information/to become a patron of the show, visit patreon.com/mastas. SHOW NOTES Snopes fact-check on MB's assertion about people with the 867-5309 phone number: true! "Santa Jenny" King Killer Studios Episode 108: Elvis Costello and Duran Duran, "Watching The Detectives" ...These Are Their Stories SDB keeps getting Looking Glass and The Lovin' Spoonful confused Episode 220A: Simon & Garfunkel's "Bridge Over Troubled Water," Ranked Episode 76: George Michael, Elton John, and George Michael and Elton John The Lost Songs Project on Laura Branigan's "Solitaire"

It's 1990. An idea for something called "World Wide Web" or "the internet" is proposed by Tim Berners-Lee in Switzerland as a way to more rapidly distribute pornography. Nelson Mandela is released from prison and goes straight, at least as far as a politician can be. His wife on the other hand ... anyway ... the Berlin Wall is demolished, largely by people trying to escape David Hasselhoff singing nearby. The Simpsons airs on TV for the first time. Margaret Thatcher announces her resignation ... but most importantly, Michael Bolton releases a big sloppy hit that was written 8 years ago. What are the messages, the attitudes, the life and times of this song? Explore with us and the assistance of our lovely listener called Stephen. Our wide-ranging investigation includes sound effects, Laura Branigan, gender and sexuality, courtroom drama, Katie Couric, Bryant Gumbel and NBC Today morning news, fixated persons, Jodie Foster, John Kinckley Jr, The Greatest American Hero, memory versus fantasy, The Wizard of Oz, self-loathing, cheapskate dramas, her right of reply, the many looks from a woman and what they might mean, self-pity, smoky music videos, (trigger warning:) Carry On movies, murder, and domestic abuse, classy phrasing like a pro, domestic self-pity, Oedipus complex, Lady Diana, Prince Charles, and so much more. Our regular segments that you're not supposed to live without: Misheard Lyrics, Internet Theories, Notable Trivia, and more included below. (00:00) Introduction with sound effects extravaganza! (01:50) Song details and gender/sexuality neutrality (02:58) Submission from listener, Stephen Donohue, with courtroom sound effects (04:13) Morning news Katie Couric obsession? (06:39) Part 2: Submission from listener, Stephen Donohue, WITHOUT courtroom sound effects (07:42) Fixated Persons (08:18) Murdering people to impress other people like Jodie Foster? (09:32) The Greatest American Hero that had nothing to do with the other Hinckley (John Hinckley Jr.) (10:14) SpeakPipe us (10:25) The music video - Present and past? Memory or fantasy? (14:34) The music video - cheapskate tries to recoup losses? (17:23) No right-of-rely from the lady, it's not fair! (18:47) The many looks from a woman and what they might mean (19:35) Imagining the imaginary (20:30) Self-pity to the max (22:00) How am I supposed to podcast without you? (23:34) Smoky music videos and human air-filters (24:38) Trigger warning: Carry On movies, murder, and domestic abuse (28:36) Classy phrasing like a pro (29:00) Domestic self-pity (29:55) Oedipus complex? (30:53) Is it about Princess Diana? (34:00) Internet Theories (37:45) Misheard Lyrics (39:55) Notable Trivia (43:34) Thanks and sponsors Would you like to appear (well, vocally) on the show? Do you have a pop song or ear-worm from the SMOOTH FM genre that's infested your mind and needs to be investigated? Visit this page ⁠⁠https://speakpipe.com/lyrics⁠⁠ to record us your own voicemail hot-take on your specific smooth song of suckiness. You could be on a future episode! (you can always email sound files or text your thoughts to ⁠⁠poidadavis@gmail.com⁠⁠ if that's easier). Cheers! Find us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram etc @LyricsPodast ... and we're on all your favourite podcasting platforms. Check out our merchandise shop just for a laugh! Sound clips are included for educational reference, criticism, satire and parody in fair use. Clips remain the property of the respective rights holder and no endorsement is implied. All information and opinion is performed and expressed in-character and does not reflect reality or genuine commentary on any persons (living or dead), bands or other organisations, or their works, and is not recommended listening for anyone, anywhere.

Get ready for an exciting new episode of Song Swap Showdown as Chris and Amanda take on the challenge of swapping songs with a person's name in the title! From classic rock to pop hits, these songs will have you feeling all the emotions and grooving to the beat. Amanda starts off with a bang by bringing "Polk Sally Annie" by Elvis Presley, followed by "Gloria" by Laura Branigan and "Goodbye Earl" by The Chicks.  Chris, on the other hand, isn't one to be outdone, and he's bringing his own set of dynamic and energetic songs to the mix. Get ready for "Judy Is a Punk" by The Ramones, "Rosalita (Come Out Tonight)" by Bruce Springsteen, and "Rudie Can't Fail" by The Clash.  Join us for an engaging and unpredictable episode as Amanda and Chris go head-to-head to see whose playlist reigns supreme. Don't miss out on the fun and excitement on this episode Song Swap Showdown! Songs featured in this episode: Polk Sally Annie by Elvis Presley Gloria by Laura Branigan Goodbye Earl by The Chicks Judy Is a Punk by The Ramones Rosalita (Come Out Tonight) by Bruce Springsteen Rudie Can't Fail by The Clash SPONSOR: Campsite.bio   A Blazing Fast Bio Link Made Your Way! Add Campsite.bio to any of your social sites now and CONVERT more followers into customers with a link in bio tool created just for you. SIGN UP FOR FREE or get $10 off a prop plan by using this code 1LM1JTJD, at checkout https://campsite.bio/landing/songswapshowdown   Join our Facebook Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1161768424439762 Give us a call, leave us a voicemail at +1 973 506 8009  Listen to our Song Swap Showdown 2023 Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4282nflhL3RxbeiHdOma29...  Connect with us at - http://campsite.bio/songswapshowdown Feel free to support this show for as little as $2 a month through Buy Me a Coffee Email us at info@songswapshowdown.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/songswapshowdown/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/songswapshowdown/support

This week on The Metro, Warlock Jeff Ivins brings you the following bands for your weekly time trip to the 1980s: A-Ha, Tom Tom Club, The Romantics, Julie Brown, Haircut 100, Don Henley, Alphaville, Culture Club, Laura Branigan, Tina Turner, Chris DeBurg, Nick Lowe, Missing Persons, and finishing off with Arcadia.

It's an 80s throwback Thursday and Puck is thrusted back in time once he hears Gloria by Laura Branigan. That leads to a whole discussion about the movie Flashdance, and Puck and Jim discuss who caught their eye in their teenage years. The guys then catch up with Seattle Mariners Infield Coach, Perry Hill.

Before we continue our journey into the singles released in 1989, Matt Aitken joins us for a special episode recapping the era from 1984-88. We go way back to SAW's first single, "The Upstroke", and talk about the record that brought Mike Stock, Matt Aitken and Pete Waterman together, as well as some of the hi-NRG tracks that followed (including previously un-discussed songs by Rik LeVay and The Lewis's). Matt also gives his perspective on working with Divine, Dead Or Alive, Bananarama, Debbie Harry, Laura Branigan, Sabrina, La Toya Jackson and more. He also talks about the never-released tracks completed with Judas Priest and why some songs ended up being recorded by more than one artist. Did SAW make demo recordings? Who was "Turn It Into Love" written for? How did the Hit Factory ensure quality control? Which artist would he have liked to have done more work with? All these questions and more are answered by the A in SAW.

GO Fest 2022 is a wrap! We talk about the event, the gameplay, and the people on the show this week. Also, deranged road trippers that we are, our band of 3 drove from Las Vegas to Seattle and back again. We have a lot to say about our journey, but I can sum it up by saying this past week I learned two important things; the unparalleled beauty of the American West and that 1982's “Gloria” by Laura Branigan slaps.

Celebrating a couple of 70th birthdays today – one for John Waite of The Babys and Bad Religion (and a fantastic solo career), and Laura Branigan, who sadly left us back in 2004. (59 minutes) The post Coverville 1406: John Waite & Laura Branigan Cover Stories appeared first on Coverville | The Cover Music Podcast.

The Extra Points gang is ready to recap an exciting sports weekend, plus Top Gun: Maverick star and St. Louis sports fan Jon Hamm will be joining the show. But first the guys start with the NBA playoffs and is it time to move the three-point line back as teams continue to take a record amount of three-pointers. They discuss the Warriors/Mavericks series and tonight's Heat/Celtics Game 4 as Dave makes the case for the Heat being the best team left.Actor and Fantasy League Champion Jon Hamm joins the show and immediately makes fun of Dave for the Cardinals beating the Pirates 18-4 on Sunday. Jon gives his thoughts on if the St. Louis Blues can pull off beating the Colorado Avalanche in this series and Sal asks if she were still alive if he would have made love to Gloria singer, Laura Branigan.Next, Jon Hamm talks about filming the new Top Gun: Maverick movie, working with Tom Cruise and how surreal it was being on the military base set. Martin asks him if there is real beef between him and Apple and Sal asks if he has given any thought to who he will be kicking out of the fantasy league; to which he has an answer.Then, the guys quickly discuss the NHL playoffs, Justin Thomas winning the PGA Championship and a trip on the Make-Believe Riverboat Casino to discuss which athlete has the greatest most commonly used first name.