About this episode
We have more information about pop stars lives than ever before, but this transparency is not always uplifting for music lovers. Just as we may enjoy following the intimate lives of celebrities on Instagram, we simultaneously uncover how stars abuse their power to marginalize others, commit heinous crimes and inspire mass atrocity. Sometimes skeletons in the closet turn our to be literal skeletons. As listeners, this undoubtedly colors the way we hear our old favorite songs. Join us as we explore how to listen to good music that happens to bad people.
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Jerry Lee Lewis - Great Balls Of Fire
The Righteous Brothers - You’ve Lost That Loving Feeling
Garry Glitter - Hey
R. Kelly - Ignition (Remix)
Wagner - Ride Of The Valkyries
The Ronettes - Be My Baby
Queen - You’re My Best Friend
Drake - Keep The Family Close
Wagner - Tristan Und Isolade: Prelude
Wagner - Tristan Und Isolade: Liebestod
Wagner - Lohengrin: Bridal Chorus
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