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The Greatest Pop Stories Never Told (with Jessica Hopper)
FromSwitched on Pop
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Length:
43 minutes
Released:
Jun 4, 2019
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
On the KRCW series Lost Notes, Jessica Hopper plumbs pop music history for the most important stories never told. She brings us a bevy of lost gems, from Fanny, an all-female quartet of rockers that was one of David Bowie's favorite bands, to the Freeze a late-70s punk outfit now coming to terms with the offensive lyrics of their youth. Tune in to discover another side of pop, one that's rarely been heard. Songs Discussed:Fanny - Charity Ball (Live Version)Fanny - Ain't that PeculiarThe Freeze - I Hate TouristsCat Power - The GreatestLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Released:
Jun 4, 2019
Format:
Podcast episode
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