Up and down

Up and down

Author: JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities September 29, 2024 Duration: 55:27

Life is full of ups and downs and it turns out that the Seventies music catalogue is as well. In this week’s show, all of our songs feature either up or down in the title, demonstrating that there’s nothing like a bit of turbulence to generate some good lyrics. So let’s get up and dance, get down tonight, give it up and stir it up with some great Seventies tracks.

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Every Saturday morning, Martin and Venetia open up a time capsule filled with denim flares, burnt orange kitchen bench tops, and the unforgettable soundtrack of a transformative decade. Their Living in the 70s podcast is more than a nostalgic trip; it's a deep and joyful exploration of the music that defined an era, from the birth of disco and glam rock to the funky numbers that became anthems. This weekly show, presented by JOY 94.9 for all our Rainbow Communities, digs into specific themes, uncovering the stories behind songs from disaster movies, pivotal movement anthems, one-hit wonders, and those gloriously daggy duets. Crucially, they highlight the disco and club tracks that steamed up dance floors in LGBTI venues, tracing the vital connections between the music and the communities that embraced it. Listening feels like flipping through a well-loved record collection with insightful friends who understand how these sounds shaped culture and identity. Each episode weaves together history and melody, creating a rich tapestry that celebrates the decade's audacious spirit. Whether you lived through it or are just curious about the era's iconic beats, this podcast offers a warm, engaging, and distinctly personal journey back to the seventies.
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