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Janet Jackson - Happy 30th Anniversary Runaway Aug 16, 2025

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Janet Jackson's compilation only featured one song from her Virgin Records' contract? The reasons behind the track listing and songs featured on Janet's 1995 Design of a Decade. Celebrating Runaway and Twenty Foreplay. www.instagram.com/the.original.doll

From Rock Icons To Grammy Winners, The Lawyer Who's Seen It All! Aug 12, 2025

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For nearly 50 years, entertainment attorney Bob Donnelly Senior Counsel at Fox Rothschild, has been at the forefront of the music business, representing artists, managers, record labels, publishers, producers, promoters, and tech companies. His clients have collectively sold more than 250 million albums, earned Grammy® Awards, Pulitzer Prizes, and MacArthur “Genius” grants, and been inducted into the Rock and Roll and Jazz Halls of Fame.

Donnelly’s landmark work includes securing a major royalty judgment for Ronnie Spector, helping repeal anti-artist provisions in U.S. copyright law, and playing a key role in a $55 million settlement for unpaid artist royalties. He has been behind iconic events like Central Park’s free concert series featuring Elton John, James Taylor, and the record-breaking Simon & Garfunkel reunion.

A co-founder of Modern Works Music Publishing, Bob Donnelly has helped manage thousands of hit compositions and has guided artists through groundbreaking endorsement deals. Recognized by Billboard as one of the “50 Attorneys of Note in the Music Biz,” he has received the Lifetime Achievement Award from St. John’s Law School and special honors from Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts.

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Madonna - Drowned World/Substitute For Love - The Making Of Aug 07, 2025

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For the first time ever, we’re diving into how Madonna’s Ray of Light album kicks off! Starting with that epic opening track. We’ll break down the lyrics, look at how it did on the charts, its legacy over the years, and even where it landed on U.S. radio. Come join the community if you want more of this kind of deep-dive nostalgia and music talk! www.theoriginaldoll.com

Janet Jackson - Dream Street - The Making Of with John Philip Shenale Aug 02, 2025

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Honoring Janet Jackson's second studio album Dream Street with composer, arranger and keyboards John Philip Shenale. JPS on his upbringing and time collaborating in the studio.

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The Original Doll With James Rodriguez Jul 17, 2025

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Catching up and letting you know what is in store for August! What artist's discography are you excited for me to honor?

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Madonna - Everybody - The Making of Jul 01, 2025

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“Everybody” wasn’t a global smash hit right out the gate, but it served as a crucial launching point. Its strong performance in dance clubs and strategic underground marketing convinced Sire to invest more in Madonna — ultimately paving her way to superstardom. Decades later, its 40th-anniversary reissue found renewed success on vinyl and digital charts, reinforcing its status as the origin story of a global icon. Here is the making of EVERYBODY by Madonna. #madonna

Tyler Glenn - Neon Trees Jun 25, 2025

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From fronting Neon Trees to going solo, Tyler Glenn is pulling no punches. He’s raw, unapologetically queer, and more honest than ever — giving us an unfiltered look into what it means to be a gay rock icon in today’s world.

If you grew up blasting “Animal” and “Everybody Talks,” this is your reminder that Neon Trees is BACK on tour this fall — and it’s going to hit differently this time.

🎟️ Use code ANIMAL to snag tickets before they’re gone.

Britney Spears - Girl In The Mirror (Bonus) - The Making of Jun 17, 2025

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So here’s the BIG news—We’re celebrating 25 YEARS of Oops!...I Did It Again 😱 (Yes. Twenty. Five. Years. Let that sink in.)

We’re doing a full-on track-by-track breakdown of Britney’s iconic sophomore album and I’ve got some amazing guests lined up—Steve Lunt (he was her A&R at Jive Records), plus the songwriters and producers who helped craft this pop masterpiece. It’s gonna be packed with stories you’ve never heard before.

We’re also talking about the cultural impact of these songs back in the 2000s AND giving you updated stats—like where they’re charting in 2025, what’s happening on iTunes now, and how often they’re still spinning on U.S. radio.

If you’re a Britney stan, or you were blasting these songs on your Discman in high school—you do not wanna miss this. New episodes drop every other day in May. Make sure your notifications are ON.

And do me a favor: after you listen, send me a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠DM⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠—✨ "What did you think about the song in today’s episode? Any memories tied to it?" ✨I wanna hear everything.

Let’s relive the magic, learn some new behind-the-scenes tea, and celebrate the legacy of this iconic era together.

Alright—press play, let’s goooo ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔥

Britney Spears - Dear Diary (Making of) Songwriter Jason Blume Jun 10, 2025

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So here’s the BIG news—We’re celebrating 25 YEARS of Oops!...I Did It Again 😱 (Yes. Twenty. Five. Years. Let that sink in.)

And do me a favor: after you listen, send me a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠DM⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠—✨ "What did you think about the song in today’s episode? Any memories tied to it?" ✨I wanna hear everything.

Let’s relive the magic, learn some new behind-the-scenes tea, and celebrate the legacy of this iconic era together.

Alright—press play, let’s goooo ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔥

Britney Spears - When Your Eyes Say It (Making Of) Jun 07, 2025

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So here’s the BIG news—We’re celebrating 25 YEARS of Oops!...I Did It Again 😱 (Yes. Twenty. Five. Years. Let that sink in.)

And do me a favor: after you listen, send me a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠DM⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠—✨ "What did you think about the song in today’s episode? Any memories tied to it?" ✨I wanna hear everything.

Let’s relive the magic, learn some new behind-the-scenes tea, and celebrate the legacy of this iconic era together.

Alright—press play, let’s goooo ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔥

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