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This Must Be PopAuthor: This Must Be Pop Podcast
Connecting with a pop group when we're young is often one of the most defining moments of our lives, but why are we so afraid to talk about it? This podcast is devoted to exploring the importance of pop music, including the music of boybands. Its also a critique of society looking down on music many genuinely enjoy. Fans of boybands (consisting of mostly women and LGBTQ folk) often feel a stigma if they express their admiration for certain groups. Additionally, despite their talent & popularity, no modern boyband has won a Grammy. We explore all this on This Must Be Pop. Language: en Genres: Music, Music Commentary Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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New Kids On The Block | Celebrating 40 Years [ft. Selena Fragassi, author "New Kids on the Block 40th Anniversary Celebration"
Episode 1
Wednesday, 22 May, 2024
Ana is joined by Selena Fragassi, music journalist and author of the new book: New Kids on the Block 40th Anniversary Celebration. Ana and Selena go through the history of the New Kids, from their humble beginnings in Boston, to how they've evolved as one of the most profitable and successful legacy bands in music with the backing of one of the most passionate fanbases: the Blockheads. Buy "New Kids on the Block 40th Anniversary Celebration" on Amazon During the episode we briefly touch upon Boston's desegregation program and busing crisis. Here are a couple of resources for more information: The Busing Battleground: The Decades-Long Road to School Desegregation (PBS) Nearly 50 years after the Boston busing crisis, a new initiative examines its history and legacy (WBUR)
