TTBA Replay 21AUG2026 Pt. 3

TTBA Replay 21AUG2026 Pt. 3

Author: JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities August 24, 2026 Duration: 44:31

STYLIN’
In this episode of Turn The Beat Around we celebrate one of the most distinctive dance genres born in 1980s America: Freestyle — an electronic, Latin‑infused, synth‑driven sound that emerged from the club scenes of New York, Philadelphia and Miami. The genre took shape in the early 1980s, blending post‑disco, electro and hip‑hop influences, with Shannon’s Let the Music Play (1983) widely considered the first true Freestyle record. Miami quickly became a major hub, developing a brighter, glossy production style that helped propel acts like Exposé into national chart success.

TTBA’s tribute leaned into an all‑female playlist honouring the genre’s emotional vocals, Latin percussion and shimmering synth hooks.

  1. TOGETHER FOREVER Lisette Melendez 1990
  2. WHAT YOU DON’T KNOW Expose 1989
  3. PROVE YOUR LOVE Taylor Dayne 1988
  4. FASCINATED Company B 1986
  5. CRUSH ON YOU The Jets 1986
  6. THE PLEASURE PRINCIPLE Janet Jackson 1987
    Shep Pettibone 7″ Remix
  7. IF YOU LEAVE ME NOW Jaya 1989
  8. OVER & OVER Pajama Party 1989
  9. PICK UP THE PIECES (TO MY HEART) Cindy Valentine 1989

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Dive into the vibrant heart of dance music history with Turn the Beat Around. This podcast, presented by JOY 94.9, is a dedicated exploration of the sounds that built communities and moved generations, focusing on the rich eras of disco, soul, and funk. While the classic seventies and eighties form the core, the journey often stretches back to the foundational sixties and forward into the nineties. Each episode is more than a curated set of tracks; it's a narrative experience where every iconic bassline and soaring vocal is framed with its context. You'll hear the stories behind the songs, learn about chart trajectories, and uncover the historical moments that shaped this essential music. Produced for all our Rainbow Communities, this series connects the music directly to the cultures and movements it soundtracked. It’s a celebration of audio heritage, designed for both dedicated enthusiasts and curious newcomers. Please note that due to music licensing restrictions, this podcast is currently only accessible within Australia. Tune in for a weekly dose of rhythm, knowledge, and pure joy.
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TTBA Replay 7AUG2026 Pt. 2 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:46
DISCO MIXED TAPE STARCRUISIN’ Gregg Diamond 1978 STAYIN’ ALIVE Bee Gees 1977 DANCE YOURSELF DIZZY Liquid Gold 1980 DANCE Paradise Express 1978 THE ONLY WAY IS UP Otis Clay 1982 GIRL CRAZY Hot Chocolate 1982 YOU KNOW HOW…
TTBA Replay 7AUG2026 Pt. 3 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:34
DISCO MIXED TAPE MAKE LOVE TO ME Kelly Marie 1978 I CAN’T FORGET YOU Joey Travolta 1979 WHAT CHA GONNA DO WITH MY LOVIN’ Stephanie Mills 1979 NIGHTS ON BROADWAY Candi Staton 1977 EVERYBODY DANCE Chic 1977 ELECTRIC AVENUE…
TTBA Replay 31JUL2026 Pt. 1 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:37
Pnau AHHCade This episode of Turn The Beat Around is dedicated to AHHCade, the brand‑new album from Pnau. Robbie guides you through the record track by track, unpacking the duo’s history and their ongoing reinvention of…
TTBA Replay 31JUL2026 Pt. 2 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:09
FUNKY DRUMMER In this episode of Turn The Beat Around, we unpack the story behind one of the most influential recordings in modern music: James Brown’s Funky Drummer. Recorded in 1969 and released in 1970, the track feat…
TTBA Replay 31JUL2026 Pt. 3 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:58
FUNKY DRUMMER cont. In this episode of Turn The Beat Around, we continue to unpack the story behind one of the most influential recordings in modern music: James Brown’s Funky Drummer. Recorded in 1969 and released in 19…
TTBA Replay 24JUL2026 Pt. 1 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:38
A DIVA, A PIANO, A HOUSE TRACK – Pt. 1 In this episode of Turn The Beat Around, we dive into the golden age of 90s piano house — a decade when soaring vocals and bright piano riffs shaped the sound of the clubs. Across t…
TTBA Replay 24JUL2026 Pt. 2 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:18
A DIVA, A PIANO, A HOUSE TRACK – Pt. 2 In the second part of our 90s piano‑house celebration, we continue our tribute to the divas who powered the genre — the women whose vocals, emotion and sheer presence turned bright…
TTBA Replay 24JUL2026 Pt. 3 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 50:24
DISCO MIXED TAPE This episode of TTBA is a classic disco mixtape, sliding from Taka Boom’s ‘Night Dancing’ and the Gibson Brothers into G.Q’s ‘Disco Nights’. The hour moves through cuts from the NYC Peech Boys, ABBA and…
TTBA Replay 24JUL2026 Pt. 4 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:32
DISCO MIXED TAPE cont. This episode of TTBA is a classic disco mixtape, sliding from Taka Boom’s ‘Night Dancing’ and the Gibson Brothers into G.Q’s ‘Disco Nights’. The hour moves through cuts from the NYC Peech Boys, ABB…
TTBA Replay 17JUL2026 Pt. 1 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:30
DISCO CHARCUTERIE This episode of TTBA is a classic mixtape of disco, funk and soul, moving from The Three Degrees and Donna Summer through Crown Heights Affair and Ellie Warren. The Queen of Soul lifts the centre of the…