My 80sography: Stephen Lipson (producer) (Pt 1, 1980-84) (Frankie Goes To Hollywood, Ringo Starr, The Rolling Stones)

My 80sography: Stephen Lipson (producer) (Pt 1, 1980-84) (Frankie Goes To Hollywood, Ringo Starr, The Rolling Stones)

Author: Mr 80sography June 21, 2021 Duration: 57:02
2nd guest for the My 80sography is music producer, Stephen Lipson. An incredibly successful career for over 40 years who really made his mark in the 80s working with Trevor Horn. Episode 1 focuses largely on his incredible work with Frankie Goes To Hollywood on their epic double album, Welcome To The Pleasuredome and the massively successful singles; 1980/81; Lindisfarne (07:07) Stop and Smell The Roses - Ringo Starr (11:01) 1982: Undercover - The Rolling Stones (16:41) 1983: Relax - ...

Step past the neon curtain and into the studio with 80sography-80s music interviews, hosted by Mr 80sography. This isn't a simple nostalgia trip or a parade of greatest hits. Instead, it's a series of conversations that get to the heart of what made the 1980s such a uniquely vibrant and often misunderstood period for music. We bypass the so-called Taste Police to explore the decade's genuine spirit-that potent mix of bold originality, unapologetic individuality, and sheer zestful vitality that defined the sound. Each episode features an in-depth interview, bringing you the artists, producers, session players, and behind-the-scenes figures who shaped the era. You'll hear personal stories, creative insights, and candid reflections that go far beyond the liner notes. The aim is to understand the 'why' and the 'how' behind the music we remember, and perhaps discover some we missed entirely. Tune in for a thoughtful, engaging, and richly detailed audio journey that treats the decade with the depth it deserves. This podcast is for anyone who believes that era was more than just shoulder pads and synthesizers; it was a genuine cultural moment worth examining on its own terms.
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