#JCsMusicology

#JCsMusicology - Michael Jackson (1983 - 1988)

June 16, 2023 12:00 - 2 hours - 92 MB

In this edition of #JCsMusicology, we explore the real story behind the creation of Michael Jackson's Bad album. It explores the extensive recording sessions at Jackson's home studio, Havenhurst, shedding light on the significant contributions of John Barnes and Bill Bottrell, often overshadowed by the narrative of Jackson's collaboration with Quincy Jones and his "A-Team". Interview Credits: Diane Collins, "The Unauthorised Interview", Ebony/ Hulu, MBC ("Arabic interview"), Bad: Special Edit...

#JCsMusicology - Janet Jackson (1996 - 1998)

May 01, 2021 06:45 - 1 hour - 92.2 MB

In this edition of #JCsMusicology, we explore Janet Jackson's The Velvet Rope album, track by track. Following a three-year world tour and the release of a greatest hits album, Janet Jackson began writing her most personal and introspective songs. Detailing depression, domestic violence and early incarnations of social media, this collection of songs would be configured into what many regard as her greatest work, The Velvet Rope. Interview Credits: Access Hollywood, BBC, Electric Circus, Kell...

#JCsMusicology - Prince (1987 - 1988)

January 06, 2021 06:00 - 52 minutes - 84.5 MB

In our Season 3 return of #JCsMusicology, we take a trip through the making of Prince's Lovesexy album. 1987 was a big year for Prince, with the release of Sign O The Times, opening Paisley Park and establishing a new band, he was set to cap the year off with the release of The Black Album. After a drug-induced epiphany and a new acquaintance, Prince cancelled the release, sending thousands of copies for destruction. He then commences work on its rebuttal and replacement, Lovesexy. Using rare...

#JCsMusicology - Michael Jackson (1977 - 1980)

July 06, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 88.1 MB

In this episode of #JCsMusicology, we deconstruct each song from Michael Jackson's first solo album as an adult artist - Off The Wall. Once The Jackson's gained more independence with the group work, allowing the to write and produce the vast majority of their albums going forward, Michael also began to plot his own emancipation. By staring in The Wiz and meeting up with Quincy Jones, a significant musical partnership was formed and a team was assembled. Using demos and multitrack tapes, we l...

#JCsMusicology - The B-Side #6 (Madonna, Kate Bush & Erykah Badu)

May 30, 2020 09:00 - 31 minutes - 55.1 MB

In this edition of #JCsMusicology, we look back - featuring deleted segments from the Madonna, Kate Bush and Erykah Badu episodes. https://www.facebook.com/JohnCameronProductions https://twitter.com/Cameron_John

#JCsMusicology - Erykah Badu (1994 - 2003)

April 23, 2020 22:15 - 53 minutes - 95.1 MB

In this episode of #JCsMusicology, we analyse the early works of Erykah Badu. Also known as Badulla Oblongata. Also known as Sara Bellum. Also known as Analogue Girl in a Digital World. As part of the holy trinity of Neo-soul albums in the late 90's, Erykah Badu realeased "Baduizm" to critical acclaim, generating four singles and two Grammy Awards. Her follow up, "Mama's Gun" would meet similar sucess with it's accolades and critical reception. Before taking a five year hiatus, her third stud...

#JCsMusicology - Kate Bush (1987 - 1994)

March 13, 2020 13:00 - 51 minutes - 84.9 MB

In this episode of #JCsMusicology, we explore the enigmatic Kate Bush's work before her first hiatus. After the release of "Hounds of Love", which is often regarded as one of the greatest albums of all time, Kate Bush would continue to develop as an artist with her follow-up album, "The Sensual World". After a four year gap, "The Red Shoes" would follow. In 2011, selections from each album would be re-recorded to create "Directors Cut", a cohesive album, that stands on it's own. Only a genius...

#JCsMusicology - Madonna (1987 - 1989)

January 31, 2020 15:00 - 46 minutes - 85.8 MB

In our Season 3 premiere, we analyse each track from Madonna's "Like A Prayer" album. Continuing her successful partnerships with producers Patrick Leonard and Stephen Bray, in 1989 Madonna released the iconic "Like A Prayer", with a slight purple touch. It was indisputably her most thoughtful and introspective album up to that point, displaying a clear evolution in her artistry. Interview credits: Molly Meldrum, In Bed With Madonna Special thanks: Lucas Cava (https://medium.com/@lucascava/li...

#JCsMusicology - The B-Side #5 (Grace Jones, Janet Jackson & Joni Mitchell)

December 11, 2019 13:00 - 35 minutes - 55.4 MB

In this edition of #JCsMusicology, we look back at the previous three episodes, with the remixes from our Janet Jackson episode and an outtake from Joni Mitchell. https://www.facebook.com/JohnCameronProductions https://twitter.com/Cameron_John

#JCsMusicology - Joni Mitchell (1977 - 1979)

November 02, 2019 04:00 - 1 hour - 90.9 MB

In this November episode of #JCsMusicology, we continue exploring the genius of Joni Mitchell's work. After a consistant run of renowned albums, each more innovative than the last, Joni Mitchell progresses her experimentation with "Don Jaun's Reckless Daughter" in 1977. This bold artistry proves auspicious, with the legendary Charles Mingus call on on her to articulate what he can no longer say. This gave rise to the "Mingus" album. Interview Credits: Whistle Test Extra, Saturday Live, Joe Sm...

#JCsMusicology - Janet Jackson (1988 - 1991)

September 14, 2019 04:30 - 1 hour - 95.3 MB

In this edition of #JCsMusicology, we celebrate thirty years of Janet Jackson's Rhythm Nation 1814 album. You know the music. You know the message. Now know the story. Using multitracks to remix eight of the album's twelve songs, hear the music like never before, along with the narrative of how this groundbreaking production was made. Dedicated in memory of TabloidJunk (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3RWk6fq4p8-mt1WtELq5Kw). Interview credits: The Tube, Arsenio Hall Show, Mark Joseph, MTV ...

#JCsMusicology - Grace Jones (1979 - 1983)

June 15, 2019 03:30 - 45 minutes - 73.3 MB

In this June episode of #JCsMusicology, we bow down to the incomparable Grace Jones. After a trilogy of disco albums to mix reception, a new trilogy of new wave, punk, r'n'b and reggae would inspire, provoke and change the conventionality of pop music in the 80s. We dive into the confronting "Warm Leatherette", the pop masterpiece "Nightclubbing" and the closing "Living My Life". Interview Credits: Music Box, BBC, AVROTROS, ountdown, The Don Lane Show, Thames TV, Redbull Music Academy, New Yo...

#JCsMusicology - The B-Side #4 (Michael Jackson, Madonna & George Michael)

May 18, 2019 08:30 - 25 minutes - 34.8 MB

In this edition of #JCsMusicology, we look back at the previous three episodes, focusing on Michael Jackson, Madonna and George Michael, including outtakes and ideas explored for each episode. https://www.facebook.com/JohnCameronProductions https://twitter.com/Cameron_John

#JCsMusicology - George Michael (1984 - 1988)

April 05, 2019 23:30 - 54 minutes - 92.6 MB

In this April episode of #JCsMusicology, we explore the beginnings of George Michael. Begining with a couple of early credits, shared with the pop group, Wham! George Michael sets out to establish himself as his own artist. "Faith" would be released in 1987 and make him the biggest pop star in the world... For a while. We explore the songs of "Faith", tracking from their inception to success. Interview credits: Rock's Backpages, TF1, Younger Faith, Countdown, MTV, Parkinson Soecial thanks: Pa...

#JCsMusicology - Madonna (1990 - 1993)

February 23, 2019 04:30 - 42 minutes - 71.3 MB

In our Season 2 premiere, we study the immaculate Madonna, during her controversial and confronting Erotica era. Establishing her production team with "The Immaculate Collection" in 1990, Madonna works with Andre Betts and Shep Pettibone to create a much talked about, but very underrated peak in her catalogue. Tracking the album's evolution though archival interviews and the infamous "Rain Tapes", we give the Erotica project the perspective it deserved. Interview credits: 60 Minutes Australia...

#JCsMusicology - Michael Jackson (1993 - 1997)

November 22, 2018 10:30 - 44 minutes - 72.1 MB

In this season finale of #JCsMusicology, we pick-up from where we left off in 1993. Using archival interviews and never before heard audio, the podcast explores “HIStory: Past, Present & Future Book I” from itss early concept as a greatest hits album, to its remixed counterpart, "Blood On The Dance Floor: HIStory In The Mix". Credits: The MJCast (http://www.themjcast.com/episode-030-rob-hoffman-special/), Oprah, Brice Najar (http://bricenajar.com/en/home-2/), Entertainment Tonight, Prime Time...

#JCsMusicology - The B-Side #3 (Maxwell & Janet Jackson)

October 27, 2018 09:30 - 11 minutes - 26.5 MB

In this edition of #JCsMusicology, we look back at the previous two episodes, focusing on Maxwell and Janet Jackson, including some insight in the future editions. https://www.facebook.com/JohnCameronProductions https://twitter.com/Cameron_John Note: "The B-Side" episodes were previously refered to as "Quarterly Review".

#JCsMusicology - Janet Jackson (1992 - 1995)

October 05, 2018 14:30 - 55 minutes - 93.6 MB

In the October edition of #JCsMusicology, we'll be engaging in a track-by-track review of Janet Jackson's 1993 janet. album. Begining with the blockbuster duet, "The Best Things In Life Are Free", to the janet. album in it's entirety and the equally incredible b-sides; archival interviews and rare audio tell the story of this incredible era. This isn't Janet, Jam & Lewis - this is janet. Interview Credits: Kelly Alenander Show, David Ritz, Radio One https://www.facebook.com/JohnCameronProduct...

#JCsMusicology - Maxwell (1996 - 2001)

August 10, 2018 14:30 - 43 minutes - 71.7 MB

In the August edition of #JCsMusicology, we'll be tracking the incredible beginnings of Maxwell. From the blockbuster debut, "Urban Hang Suite"; to the fan favourite, "Embrya"; to the commercial success, "Now". Telling the story using archival interviews and various alternate versions of his amazing music catalogue. https://www.facebook.com/JohnCameronProductions https://twitter.com/Cameron_John

#JCsMusicology - The B-Side #2 (Joni Mitchell & Sade)

July 27, 2018 14:30 - 20 minutes - 29.3 MB

In this edition of #JCsMusicology, we look back at the previous two episodes, with a deleted segment and insights into the editing process. There is also some brief discussion on upcoming episodes, primarily Madonna and Michael Jackson. https://www.facebook.com/JohnCameronProductions https://twitter.com/Cameron_John Note: "The B-Side" episodes were previously refered to as "Quarterly Review".

#JCsMusicology - Sade (1982 - 1985)

June 22, 2018 14:30 - 34 minutes - 57.2 MB

This episode follows Sade (the band) from their inception on the London music scene in 1982, to their early demos, to their first two incredible albums - comparing of various versions, rare demos and original classics. https://www.facebook.com/JohnCameronProductions https://twitter.com/Cameron_John

#JCsMusicology - Joni Mitchell (1975 - 1976)

May 11, 2018 14:30 - 44 minutes - 72.3 MB

In this edition of #JCsMusicology, we'll be contemplating the discography of Joni Mitchell, from 1975 to 1976. Beginning with "The Hissing of Summer Lawns", we'll examine the transformations of selected songs. From their acoustic demos to full-band productions. We'll then deconstruct the characters and environments of "Hejira", uncovering their meaning. https://www.facebook.com/JohnCameronProductions https://twitter.com/Cameron_John Correction: This episode suggsest that Max Bennet recommend...

#JCsMusicology - The B-Side #1 (Michael Jackson, George Michael & Prince)

April 13, 2018 14:30 - 28 minutes - 42.9 MB

In this edition of #JCsMusicology, we look back at previous episodes from the past four months, including reflections, reactions and deleted content. https://www.facebook.com/JohnCameronProductions https://twitter.com/Cameron_John Note: "The B-Side" episodes were previously refered to as "Quarterly Review".

#JCsMusicology - George Michael (1988 - 1997)

February 16, 2018 13:30 - 1 hour - 84.6 MB

In this edition of #JCsMusicology, we explore the career of George Michael, from 1988 to 1996. We examine each track on "Listen Without Prejudice, Vol 1" and "Older"; and their B-sides. The episode will also take a peak at the unreleased projects, "Listen Without Prejudice, Vol II" and "Trojan Souls". https://www.facebook.com/JohnCameronProductions https://twitter.com/Cameron_John

#JCsMusicology - Michael Jackson (1988 - 1993)

January 04, 2018 13:30 - 47 minutes - 76.2 MB

Using archival interviews and never-before-heard music, we focus on the career of Michael Jackson between 1988 and 1993. From the unreleased greatest hits album, “Decade”, to its eventual blockbuster album, “Dangerous”. And we take a peek into the early sessions for “HIStory: Past, Present & Future Book I”. https://www.facebook.com/JohnCameronProductions https://twitter.com/Cameron_John

Janet, Jam & Lewis: Deconstructing 9 Months of Making

December 08, 2017 13:30 - 1 hour - 72.3 MB

A special on the making of "Janet Jam & Lewis: Deconstructing 30 Years of Music", featuring behind-the-scenes insight from creator John Cameron and deleted segments not included in the original broadcast version. https://www.facebook.com/JohnCameronProductions https://twitter.com/Cameron_John

Janet, Jam & Lewis: Deconstructing 30 Years of Music [Broadcast Version]

September 16, 2017 17:30 - 1 hour - 81.8 MB

Full recording of the radio documentary; "Janet, Jam & Lewis: Deconstructing 30 Years of Music". Airdate: 16th September 2017 Station: SYN Media 90.7 Producer: John Cameron https://www.facebook.com/JohnCameronProductions https://twitter.com/Cameron_John

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