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Rumours Revealed

Rumours Revealed

Music is everything. It puts us in a good mood, gives us a tool to connect with others, and so on. But how long does it take musicians to make their most popular songs? And, most significantly, what makes us put these songs on replay? At Rumours Revealed Podcast, we will explore the complexities behind the most famous albums of all time. By analyzing one album per episode, you might learn answers to questions like: Who was Michael Jackson’s “Billie Jean?” What was going on with Marvin Gaye’s

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00:42:49

11. Heart's Dreamboat Annie

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2025/06/27

Ann and Nancy were more than suburban babes. From a young age, the sisters exhibited talent that turned heads everywhere they went. Their questionable decision making and unquestionable talent would lead to Heart’s breakout album, Dreamboat Annie. Really, what better way to skyrocket into the rock n’ roll industry than having Ann shack up with a Vietnam-dodging music man? How else do you build a healthy work environment by having little-sister Nancy settle for the music man’s brother, even if it’s

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00:39:20

10. Marvin Gaye's "What's going on?" Pt. 2

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2024/10/29

And we're back with part 2 of our What's Going On Marvin Gaye series. In this episode, we talk about the end of Marvin's beginning and the beginning of his end. This album made him a force to be reckoned with in the music industry. No longer was he doing what everyone was telling him to do, now Marvin was putting out the music he wanted to put out. But at what cost? In this episode, you will learn about Marvin's rise in paranoia, talent, record sales, and the shocking truth behind his death. Rock on

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01:08:34

9. Marvin Gaye's "What's going on" Pt. 1

Rumours Revealed ·

2024/10/10

Marvin Gaye was on a roll. He had worked his way up from a studio musician to a solo artist in record time. In fact, by 1971, his talent transformed him into the face and voice of Motown. But behind the scenes of the great Marvin Gaye, he was tired. He was tired of the lovey dovey love songs that got him his fame. Real things like the Civil Rights Movement and the Vietnam War had captured his attention. Marvin had the voice, and wanted to use it to spread awareness of the atrocities happening in his

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01:42:44

8. The Red Hot Chili Pepper's "Californication"

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2024/08/31

And we're back! This episode features rock and roll "screw ups" that finally got their act together: The Red Hot Chili Peppers. In the late 90s, hardly anyone was taking the band seriously. They had some funky success in the 80s, turned heads with Blood Sugar Sex Magik in the early 90s, then descended into drug fueled chaos. The band decided to (figuratively and literally) clean up their act and create an album with poignant statements about capitalism and all its

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01:18:19

7. The Beatles' " Abbey Road" Pt. 2

Rumours Revealed ·

2024/07/12

Here we go again...Abbey Road Part 2! The tension in the studio was at an all-time high as John, Paul, George, and Ringo navigated recording their final (in the studio together) album. Yes, it ended up being a hit, but relationships were damaged along the way. As you listen you may learn: How did pensive George both mature and screw over his bandmate? What did John say was crap he wrote in India? What did bachelor-turned-family-man Paul do to piss everyone off? When did Ringo become more

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01:11:34

6. The Beatles' "Abbey Road" Pt. 1

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2024/07/05

The Beatles are bread and butter. When they first came to America, fans were captivated by their talent, charm, wit, and good looks. However, you can't have rock n' roll without chaos n' confusion. The death of their beloved manager in 1967 commenced the beginning of the end. This downturn included mismanagement, theft, business disagreements, and growing of egos. Needless to say, it was a hot mess express. Abbey Road represents the best and worst of their career; they managed to put out

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01:23:46

5. TLC's "CrazySexyCool"

Rumours Revealed ·

2024/06/28

TLC made great music. After their successful debut, Tionne "T-Boz" Watkins, Lisa "Left Eye" Lopes, and Rozonda "Chilli" Thomas were rising to the top. However, obstacles kept getting in their way. While the band was recording CrazySexyCool, Left Eye had burned her boyfriend's house down, T-Boz battled Sickle Cell, Chilli's partner just kept cheating on her (and making her sing about it ), and the band was bankrupt. However, the band decided to keep making great

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01:13:58

4. Amy Winehouse's "Back To Black"

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2024/06/21

From a young age, Amy knew nothing but backlash. Everyone claimed she was a troublemakerwith one remarkable quality: music. Amy was a rare talent, but she struggled to apply herself. When she finally managed to follow-through with a project and create “Back to Black,” it ended up being one of the best selling albums in Britain. However, she found it impossible to live a life under the spotlight while managing her individuality, thus leading to her early demise. For resources on eating disorders and

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01:16:20

3. Bruce Springsteen's "Born in The USA"

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2024/06/14

At 35 years old, Bruce Springsteen was already a rock n’ roll legend. He and his E Street Band had already made some great music, toured around the world, and made their fans go wild. However, the Boss was unsatisfied. He wanted to use his music to express peoples’ stories. This desire to narrate the lives of blue collar America led to nearly 100 songs. Eight of these songs would end up on his best selling album, and one continues to be misunderstood to this day. References Beviglia, J. (2024,

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01:11:31

2. Michael Jackson's "Thriller"

Rumours Revealed ·

2024/06/07

After releasing his first solo album "Off the Wall" in 1979, Michael Jackson had one goal: make the best album of all time. He knew he had the skills and the grit to do it, and he would achieve this not-so easy goal in no time. However...he would soon learn there were monsters in his life beyond the dancers in the "Thriller" music video. Michael began to find them while recording the "Thriller" album and would be haunted by them for the rest of his life.Discussing

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01:00:36

1. Fleetwood Mac's "Rumours"

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2024/05/30

Released in February 4th, 1977, the initial creation of “Rumours” was anything but peaceful. Everyone in the band was going through a personal breakup. In fact, 80% of the band had to work with their ex. But this awkwardness would led to drug-fueled backstabbing songs that would make music history. Rock on My Dudes. References Birch. (Host). (2021, October 3). Fleetwood Mac - Rumours (No. 383) [Audio Podcast Episode]. In 1001 Album. Club.

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Introducing Rumours Revealed Podcast

Rumours Revealed ·

2024/05/27

Music is everything. It puts us in a good mood, gives us a tool to connect with others, and so on. But how long does it take musicians to make their most popular songs? And, most significantly, what makes us put these songs on replay? At Rumours Revealed Podcast, we will explore the complexities behind the most famous albums of all time. By analyzing one album per episode, you might learn answers to questions like: Who was Michael Jackson’s “Billie Jean?” What was going on with Marvin Gaye’s

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