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Rock & Roll Hall of Fame’s new podcast Music Makes Us gives listeners a backstage pass to artist on artist conversations about the things artists *really* want to talk about - perfect lyrics, unforgettable shows, treasured artifacts, and more.Season 1 is hosted by cultural icon Kathleen Hanna (Bikini Kill, Le Tigre) and brings together revolutionary musicians for funny, unfiltered conversations that go deep on the music and influences that inspire their work - bridging artists of today with legends who came before, and celebrating the music that connects us all. Co-produced by PRX’s Radiotopia and Talkhouse.
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- Mar 17, 202611 min
Into The Vault: Patti Smith’s Jacket
“Patti vibes.” - Shirley MansonLearn the crazy connection between Shirley Manson, Patti Smith, and Tina Weymouth as we explore the history of one artifact on this episode of Into The Vault. Come behind the scenes of our Revolutionary Women in Music exhibit with VP of Curatorial Operations Shelby Morrison as we learn about the godmother of punk.
- Mar 10, 202652 min
Shirley Manson on Embracing Your Evolution
Shirley Manson of Garbage on her adoration of Debbie Harry, Patti Smith & Siouxsie Sioux, staying one step ahead of the game, and being a “total original weirdo.”
- Mar 3, 20268 min
Into The Vault: Kathleen Hanna’s Money Case
“There’s no cage can fit me.” Kathleen Hanna and Joan Jett have many things in common – leading that list is they don’t give a damn. Rock & Roll Hall of Fame VP of Curatorial Operations Shelby Morrison explores the bond between Kathleen & Joan, the Riot Grrrl movement and that lunch-box-turned-safe we’ve heard so much about!
- Feb 24, 202648 min
Joan Jett on Choosing Your Battles
Joan Jett on Paul McCartney, Bad Bunny, and choosing your battles. Hear 2015 Inductee Joan Jett chat with Kathleen Hanna about the ideal of rock & roll, getting 23 rejections, British glitter music, and how the industry has (and hasn’t) changed.
- Feb 17, 20268 min
Into The Vault: Björk’s Jacket
"I'm genuinely in awe of [Björk]. She's so cool" - Laufey. The Icelandic inspiration Björk consistently delivers a sound and style that transcends genre and geography. Hear from our VP of Curatorial Operations, Shelby Morrison, on how Björk creatively expresses her emotions and the environment around her, the iconic swan red carpet look and the London-inspired album Post.
- Feb 10, 202652 min
Laufey on Breaking the Rules
Laufey on The Beatles, Björk, and breaking the rules. Tune in to hear Laufey and Kathleen Hanna bond over musical theater, swap favorite fairytales, and talk about the anxiety of falling in love.
- Feb 3, 202610 min
Into The Vault: Sheryl Crow’s Guitar
“[Strong Enough] makes me jealous that I didn't write that song.” - Nancy WilsonJoin the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame’s VP of Curatorial Affairs, Shelby Morrison, to learn about Sheryl Crow’s custom made guitar from the “Soak Up The Sun” music video. Hear about the song’s dark inspiration, the first tune Crow learned to play on guitar, and the musical connection between her and Nancy Wilson.
- Jan 27, 20261h 0m
Nancy Wilson on the Next Renaissance
Nancy Wilson of Heart on Pearl Jam, Van Halen, and the renaissance we need next. Tune in to hear Nancy Wilson and Kathleen Hanna bond about the Seattle music scene, debate who would be the female Weird Al, explain planking, and dive into the real meaning behind “Crazy On You.”
About Music Makes Us
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame’s new podcast Music Makes Us gives listeners a backstage pass to artist on artist conversations about the things artists *really* want to talk about - perfect lyrics, unforgettable shows, treasured artifacts, and more.Season 1 is hosted by cultural icon Kathleen Hanna (Bikini Kill, Le Tigre) and brings together revolutionary musicians for funny, unfiltered conversations that go deep on the music and influences that inspire their work - bridging artists of today with legends who came before, and celebrating the music that connects us all. Co-produced by PRX’s Radiotopia and Talkhouse.
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