What Makes U Sing? with Larry Owens
53 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 132 ratingsWhat Makes U Sing? is a comedy podcast about music hosted by "divine multi-hyphenate" Larry Owens. Each episode, Larry invites on an actor, comedian, or musician to talk about the music that made their lives and to sing songs spontaneously-- no redos, edits, or take backzies! Featuring live in-studio accompaniment by James Harvey. Produced by the Forever Dog Podcast Network.
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Episodes
RE-RELEASE: What Makes Benito Skinner Sing?
April 14, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 55.1 MBOMG!!!!! Its the very first episode of What Makes U Sing with Larry Owens! Larry introduces the listener request segment with a baffling Simon and Garfunkel ballad, as always, accompanied by James Harvey. Comedic superstar Bennito Skinner, better known as @BennyDrama7, drops by for a POP divafilled ep of true gay iconography. We talk Larrys recent breakup, comedy showcases, character comedy vs drag, WIGS, and Antoni from Queer Eye stops by! We sing Hilary Duff, Gaga, but never Chris...
What Makes Chip Miller Sing?
April 07, 2020 10:00 - 19 minutes - 17.9 MBListener of the pod, Chip Miller, joins us this week on What Makes U Sing?! Chip talks with Larry about his favorite episodes, sings some obscure music, and tells Larry what he would make him sing. --- Listen to Larry Owens on the cast album of A Strange Loop HERE! Have you watched James Harvey's show, James Harvey: The Bald-Faced Truth? Watch it HERE! Credits: James Harvey (Accompanist), Henry Koperski (Theme Song), Andrew McGuire (Session Producer), Vicky Leta (cover art). -...
What Makes Sydnee Washington Sing?
March 31, 2020 10:00 - 48 minutes - 44 MB"The Unofficial Expert" herself, Sydnee Washington, joins us in the stood this week to tell us exactly What Makes Her Sing?! Sydnee and Larry sing everything from Mary J to Britney and she even revisits the song she sang at her talent show in elementary school. --- Listen to Larry Owens on the cast album of A Strange Loop HERE! Have you watched James Harvey's show, James Harvey: The Bald-Faced Truth? Watch it HERE! Credits: James Harvey (Accompanist), Henry Koperski (Theme Song)...
Special Duets-pisode (w/ Shayna Blass)
March 24, 2020 10:00 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBShayna Blass joins us again this week to join Larry in singing iconic duets from popular shows including "Wicked," "Little Shop of Horrors," and "Company!" Enjoy! --- Listen to Larry Owens on the cast album of A Strange Loop HERE! Have you watched James Harvey's show, James Harvey: The Bald-Faced Truth? Watch it HERE! Credits: James Harvey (Accompanist), Henry Koperski (Theme Song), Andrew McGuire (Session Producer), Vicky Leta (cover art). --- PLEASE SUBSCRIBE/RATE US on App...
What Makes Shayna Blass Sing?
March 17, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 55.4 MBSinger and friend of the pod, Shayna Blass, tells us exactly what makes her sing on this week's ep! Shayna and Larry find riffs in a lawless place plus sing songs from "West Side Story" and "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee!" --- Listen to Larry Owens on the cast album of A Strange Loop HERE! Have you watched James Harvey's show, James Harvey: The Bald-Faced Truth? Watch it HERE! Credits: James Harvey (Accompanist), Henry Koperski (Theme Song), Andrew McGuire (Session ...
What Makes Spike Einbinder Sing?
March 10, 2020 10:00 - 49 minutes - 45.6 MBWe're joined by Spike Einbinder in the studio for this week's What Makes U Sing?! Spike and Larry sing songs from "Singing in the Rain," Lady Gaga and Tears for Fears. Listen now! --- Listen to Larry Owens on the cast album of A Strange Loop HERE! Have you watched James Harvey's show, James Harvey: The Bald-Faced Truth? Watch it HERE! Credits: James Harvey (Accompanist), Henry Koperski (Theme Song), Andrew McGuire (Session Producer), Vicky Leta (cover art). --- PLEASE SUBSCRI...
What Makes Shakina Nayfack Sing?
March 03, 2020 11:00 - 45 minutes - 42 MBWe have actor and activist, Shakina Nayfack, in the studio to talk about the music that made her. Shakina and Larry sing songs from "Rent," "Hedwig and the Angry Inch," and "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat." --- Listen to Larry Owens on the cast album of A Strange Loop HERE! Have you watched James Harvey's show, James Harvey: The Bald-Faced Truth? Watch it HERE! Credits: James Harvey (Accompanist), Henry Koperski (Theme Song), Andrew McGuire (Session Producer), Vick...
Follies Deep Dive
February 25, 2020 11:00 - 33 minutes - 30.4 MBLarry sings songs from the popular Sondheim musical, "Follies," as James plays thousands of millions of notes to keep up with him on the keys. --- Listen to Larry Owens on the cast album of A Strange Loop HERE! Have you watched James Harvey's show, James Harvey: The Bald-Faced Truth? Watch it HERE! Credits: James Harvey (Accompanist), Henry Koperski (Theme Song), Andrew McGuire (Session Producer), Vicky Leta (cover art). --- PLEASE SUBSCRIBE/RATE US on Apple Podcasts, Google ...
What Makes Ziwe Fumudoh Sing?
February 18, 2020 11:00 - 49 minutes - 45.5 MBZiwe Fumudoh joins us in the studio this week singing Brandy, Britney and Billie plus songs from "Grease," "A Star is Born," and "Les Mis!" And they don't sing Sean Paul. --- Listen to Larry Owens on the cast album of A Strange Loop HERE! Have you watched James Harvey's show, James Harvey: The Bald-Faced Truth? Watch it HERE! Credits: James Harvey (Accompanist), Henry Koperski (Theme Song), Andrew McGuire (Session Producer), Vicky Leta (cover art). --- PLEASE SUBSCRIBE/RATE U...
What Makes Marcia Belsky Sing?
February 11, 2020 11:00 - 51 minutes - 47.6 MBWe have songwriter and comedian, Marcia Belsky, joining us in the studio singing everything from "Hairspray" to Green Day! Plus, Marcia tells us how to perfect the riff in Beyonc's "Halo!" --- Listen to Larry Owens on the cast album of A Strange Loop HERE! Have you watched James Harvey's show, James Harvey: The Bald-Faced Truth? Watch it HERE! Credits: James Harvey (Accompanist), Henry Koperski (Theme Song), Andrew McGuire (Session Producer), Vicky Leta (cover art). --- PLEAS...
What Makes Arti Gollapudi Sing?
February 04, 2020 11:00 - 56 minutes - 52.1 MBWe have Arti Gollapudi in the studio this week speaking about her relationship with music and Edgar Allen Poe! Larry and Arti sing Florence + The Machine, "Somewhere Over the Rainbow," and the Yeah Yeah Yeahs! Listen now! --- Listen to Larry Owens on the cast album of A Strange Loop HERE! Have you watched James Harvey's show, James Harvey: The Bald-Faced Truth? Watch it HERE! Credits: James Harvey (Accompanist), Henry Koperski (Theme Song), Andrew McGuire (Session Producer), Vic...
What Makes Aaron Jackson Sing?
January 28, 2020 11:00 - 53 minutes - 48.9 MBWe have comedian AND novelist, Aaron Jackson, joining us in the studio this week! He shares the difference in music between driving with his mom or with his dad and sings us songs from "Into the Woods," Queen and the suicide song from "Les Mis." Plus, Larry graces us with his rendition of "The Brady Bunch" theme song! --- Listen to Larry Owens on the cast album of A Strange Loop HERE! Have you watched James Harvey's show, James Harvey: The Bald-Faced Truth? Watch it HERE! Credit...
What Makes Rachel Sennott Sing? Vol 2, Rachel Returns
January 21, 2020 11:00 - 55 minutes - 50.9 MBWe have one of our favorite guests, Rachel Sennott, back in the studio to tell us all about her current projects and she and Larry address their "fight" at the live show. Plus, we sing songs from "Cats" and "Rent." --- Listen to Larry Owens on the cast album of A Strange Loop HERE! Have you watched James Harvey's show, James Harvey: The Bald-Faced Truth? Watch it HERE! Credits: James Harvey (Accompanist), Henry Koperski (Theme Song), Andrew McGuire (Session Producer), Vicky Leta...
What Makes Kuhoo Verma Sing?
January 14, 2020 15:48 - 56 minutes - 51.5 MBWe have actress and singer, Kuhoo Verma, in the studio this week singing all things pop AND broadway! We're covering Mariah, Rihanna, and Ariana plus "Newsies," "Phantom," and "13." Listen now! --- Listen to Larry Owens on the cast album of A Strange Loop HERE! Have you watched James Harvey's show, James Harvey: The Bald-Faced Truth? Watch it HERE! Credits: James Harvey (Accompanist), Henry Koperski (Theme Song), Andrew McGuire (Session Producer), Vicky Leta (cover art). --- ...
What Makes Matteo Lane Sloan Sing?
January 07, 2020 11:00 - 55 minutesWe have whistle tones in the studio this week all thanks to Matteo Lane! Matteo is gracing us with songs by all the greatest divas, including Barbra, Mariah, and Liza. Plus, Larry covers Dave Matthews Band and "Follies." --- Listen to Larry Owens on the cast album of A Strange Loop HERE! Have you watched James Harvey's show, James Harvey: The Bald-Faced Truth? Watch it HERE! Credits: James Harvey (Accompanist), Henry Koperski (Theme Song), Andrew McGuire (Session Producer), Vicky Leta (cover ...
What Makes Matteo Lane Sing?
January 07, 2020 11:00 - 53 minutes - 49 MBWe have whistle tones in the studio this week all thanks to Matteo Lane! Matteo is gracing us with songs by all the greatest divas, including Barbra, Mariah, and Liza. Plus, Larry covers Dave Matthews Band and "Follies." --- Listen to Larry Owens on the cast album of A Strange Loop HERE! Have you watched James Harvey's show, James Harvey: The Bald-Faced Truth? Watch it HERE! Credits: James Harvey (Accompanist), Henry Koperski (Theme Song), Andrew McGuire (Session Producer), Vick...
William Finn Tribute (w/ Amanda Savan)
December 31, 2019 11:00 - 26 minutes - 24.6 MBWe're paying tribute to William Finn in this week's episode with the help of our superstar guest, Amanda Savan! We're singing "Hitchhiking Across America," "14 Dwight Drive," "Mister Choi and Madame G," and other story songs. --- Listen to Larry Owens on the cast album of A Strange Loop HERE! Have you watched James Harvey's show, James Harvey: The Bald-Faced Truth? Watch it HERE! Credits: James Harvey (Accompanist), Henry Koperski (Theme Song), Andrew McGuire (Session Producer),...
Holiday Episode Spectacular!
December 24, 2019 11:00 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MBAs a a gift to all of our listeners, here's a special episode just in time for the holidays! Larry sings all your favorite Christmas songs from "O Holy Night" to "You're a Mean One Mr. Grinch." Happy holidays! --- Listen to Larry Owens on the cast album of A Strange Loop HERE! Have you watched James Harvey's show, James Harvey: The Bald-Faced Truth? Watch it HERE! Credits: James Harvey (Accompanist), Henry Koperski (Theme Song), Andrew McGuire (Session Producer), Vicky Leta (cov...
Last Ep of the Year!
December 03, 2019 11:00 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MBIn our last episode of the year, Larry and James discuss their favorite episodes, sing "The Wiz," Rihanna, and Stevie Wonder. Enjoy! --- Listen to Larry Owens on the cast album of A Strange Loop HERE! Have you watched James Harvey's show, James Harvey: The Bald-Faced Truth? Watch it HERE! Credits: James Harvey (Accompanist), Henry Koperski (Theme Song), Andrew McGuire (Session Producer), Vicky Leta (cover art). --- PLEASE SUBSCRIBE/RATE US on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stit...
What Makes U Sing LIVE w/ Ayo Edebiri, Jo Firestone and Natalie Walker
November 26, 2019 11:00 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MBDescription: Our first live episode! Larry Owens and music director James harvey are joined by a live orchestra and singers Nora Palka and Shayna Blass for this musical comedy podcast epic! Guests include Jo Firestone (Fallon) and Ayo Edebiri (Dickinson). The episode concludes with a life spanning Sondheim medley with Natalie Walker (Vulture). Join the sold out crowd by listening to this rocket ship of joy RIGHT NOW. --- Listen to Larry Owens on the cast album of A Strange Loop HE...
What Makes U Sing LIVE w/ Ayo Edebiri, Jo Firestone and Natalie Walker
November 26, 2019 11:00 - 43 minutesDescription: Our first live episode! Larry Owens and music director James harvey are joined by a live orchestra and singers Nora Palka and Shayna Blass for this musical comedy podcast epic! Guests include Jo Firestone (Fallon) and Ayo Edebiri (Dickinson). The episode concludes with a life spanning Sondheim medley with Natalie Walker (Vulture). Join the sold out crowd by listening to this rocket ship of joy RIGHT NOW. --- Listen to Larry Owens on the cast album of A Strange Loop HERE! Have yo...
What Makes Dulcé Sloan Sing? (Part 2)
November 19, 2019 11:00 - 29 minutes - 27 MBWe're back with Dulc Sloan again this week for part two of last week's episode! Dulc and Larry sing "The Greatest Showman," "Mame," and of course some more "Ragtime." Listen now! --- Listen to Larry Owens on the cast album of A Strange Loop HERE! Have you watched James Harvey's show, James Harvey: The Bald-Faced Truth? Watch it HERE! Credits: James Harvey (Accompanist), Henry Koperski (Theme Song), Andrew McGuire (Session Producer), Vicky Leta (cover art). --- PLEASE SUBSCRIB...
What Makes Dulcé Sloan Sing? (Part 1)
November 12, 2019 16:02 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MBWe have the hilarious Dulc Sloan joining us in the studio this week! Dulc and Larry talk all things Drag Race and musical theater before singing Gospel music, "Ragtime," and more. --- Listen to Larry Owens on the cast album of A Strange Loop HERE! Have you watched James Harvey's show, James Harvey: The Bald-Faced Truth? Watch it HERE! Credits: James Harvey (Accompanist), Henry Koperski (Theme Song), Andrew McGuire (Session Producer), Vicky Leta (cover art). --- PLEASE SUBSCRI...
What Makes Nora Palka Sing?
November 05, 2019 13:13 - 1 hour - 61.8 MBNora Palka joins us in the studio this week to reveal the music that made her! Nora sings some "Thoroughly Modern Millie," Amy Winehouse and even a "Wizard of Oz"/ "The Wiz" mash-up with Larry. Listen now! --- Listen to Larry Owens on the cast album of A Strange Loop HERE! Have you watched James Harvey's show, James Harvey: The Bald-Faced Truth? Watch it HERE! Credits: James Harvey (Accompanist), Henry Koperski (Theme Song), Andrew McGuire (Session Producer), Vicky Leta (cover a...
What Makes Kiko Soirée Sing? (Part 2)
October 29, 2019 10:00 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MBWe continue to explore what makes Kiko Soire in part two of last week's episode! Kiko takes us through the different eras of their life to the soundtrack of My Chemical Romance, Bon Iver, Ingrid Michaelson, and more. Listen to Larry Owens on the cast album of A Strange Loop HERE! Have you watched James Harvey's show, James Harvey: The Bald-Faced Truth? Watch it HERE! Credits: James Harvey (Accompanist), Henry Koperski (Theme Song), Andrew McGuire (Session Producer), Vicky Leta (c...
What Makes Kiko Soirée Sing? (Part 1)
October 22, 2019 10:00 - 34 minutes - 31.3 MBJoining us in the studio this week is Kiko Soire! Kiko takes us on a musical journey, providing us with stories from their life accompanied by the music of Beyonc, Billy Joel, and Joni Mitchell. Part two coming out next week! Listen to Larry Owens on the cast album of A Strange Loop HERE! Have you watched James Harvey's show, James Harvey: The Bald-Faced Truth? Watch it HERE! Credits: James Harvey (Accompanist), Henry Koperski (Theme Song), Andrew McGuire (Session Producer), Vick...
What Makes Marie Faustin Sing? (Part 2)
October 15, 2019 10:00 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MBIn part two of last week's episode, Marie Faustin returns to sing music by her favorite Pop Queens: Beyonc, Rihanna, and Lizzo! Listen to Larry Owens on the cast album of A Strange Loop HERE! Have you watched James Harvey's show, James Harvey: The Bald-Faced Truth? Watch it HERE! Credits: James Harvey (Accompanist), Henry Koperski (Theme Song), Andrew McGuire (Session Producer), Vicky Leta (cover art). --- PLEASE SUBSCRIBE/RATE US on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, or w...
What Makes Marie Faustin Sing? (Part 1)
October 08, 2019 10:00 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MBComedian, Marie Faustin, joins us in the studio this week to reveal the music that made her, and also the music that she was conceived to! Marie and Larry sing along to Lauryn Hill, Bob Marley, Toni Braxton, and so much more! Part 2 coming next week. Listen to Larry Owens on the cast album of A Strange Loop HERE! Have you watched James Harvey's show, James Harvey: The Bald-Faced Truth? Watch it HERE! Credits: James Harvey (Accompanist), Henry Koperski (Theme Song), Andrew McGuire...
Tuesday on the Podcast with Larry
October 01, 2019 10:00 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MBLarry is paying tribute to "Sunday in the Park with George" on this week's solo episode of "What Makes You Sing?" Plus, Larry sings "Shiksa Goddess" by James Robert Brown! Have you watched James Harvey's show, James Harvey: The Bald-Faced Truth? Watch it HERE! Credits: James Harvey (Accompanist), Henry Koperski (Theme Song), Andrew McGuire (Session Producer), Vicky Leta (cover art). --- PLEASE SUBSCRIBE/RATE US on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, or wherever you get your ...
What Makes Jared Loftin Sing? (Part 2)
September 24, 2019 10:00 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBWe're back with Jared Loftin in the studio this week, however, we've graduated from church music and are going full blown pop in the second part! We sing Backstreet Boys, Dreamgirls, and Alicia Keys. Plus, Jared reveals why his mother took away his Destiny's Child CD growing up. Have you watched James Harvey's show, James Harvey: The Bald-Faced Truth? Watch it HERE! Credits: James Harvey (Accompanist), Henry Koperski (Theme Song), Andrew McGuire (Session Producer), Vicky Leta (cov...
What Makes Jared Loftin Sing? (Part 1)
September 17, 2019 10:00 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MBWe have comedian, actor, and meme queen, Jared Loftin in the studio this week! Having grown up in the church, Jared graces us with church music and tells us all about the infamous, Donut Man. Plus, we sing some Pocahontas, Dolly Parton, and She Loves Me! Have you watched James Harvey's show, James Harvey: The Bald-Faced Truth? Watch it HERE! Credits: James Harvey (Accompanist), Henry Koperski (Theme Song), Andrew McGuire (Session Producer), Vicky Leta (cover art). --- PLEASE SU...
Give Amy Spanger Her Things: A Solo Episode
September 10, 2019 10:00 - 22 minutes - 21 MBp>Larry is back for another solo episode this week singing all things Amy Spanger, plus Lake Street Dive and The Postal Service! Listen now! Have you watched James Harvey's show, James Harvey: The Bald-Faced Truth? Watch it HERE! Credits: James Harvey (Accompanist), Henry Koperski (Theme Song), Andrew McGuire (Session Producer), Vicky Leta (cover art). --- PLEASE SUBSCRIBE/RATE US on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. WHAT MAKES U SING? i...
What Makes Lorelei Ramirez Sing? (Part 2)
September 03, 2019 10:00 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MBIn the second part of last weeks episode, Lorelei Ramirez joins Larry in singing Beyoncé, Screamo, and even a ballad to Elizabeth Warren! Also, James sings original songs about his cats, listen now! Have you watched James Harvey's show, James Harvey: The Bald-Faced Truth? Watch it HERE! Credits: James Harvey (Accompanist), Henry Koperski (Theme Song), Andrew McGuire (Session Producer), Vicky Leta (cover art). --- PLEASE SUBSCRIBE/RATE US on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher...
What Makes Lorelei Ramirez Sing? (Part 1)
August 27, 2019 10:00 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MBLorelei Ramirez joins Larry in the studio this week for one of our most fun episodes yet! They sing with Larry songs from Dumbo, Hole, Nightmare Before Christmas, and even original songs. You won't want to miss it! Have you watched James Harvey's show, James Harvey: The Bald-Faced Truth? Watch it HERE! Credits: James Harvey (Accompanist), Henry Koperski (Theme Song), Andrew McGuire (Session Producer), Vicky Leta (cover art). --- PLEASE SUBSCRIBE/RATE US on Apple Podcasts, Googl...
Introducing The Moment
August 20, 2019 15:23 - 13 minutesThis is The Moment, a new podcast with true stories of love, commitment, and what it takes for us all to get to "happily ever after." From a magical tweet from Taylor Swift, to a couple who took eighteen years before they had their first date, these are real couples whose life is worthy of a romantic comedy. This is your official invitation. Subscribe to The Moment now at wondery.fm/forever
Vanity Fair
August 13, 2019 10:00 - 16 minutes - 15 MBWe're giving you the best of Larrys Vanity Singing! Everything from Into the Woods, to Dionne Warwick, to The Wiz, to Natasha Bedingfield! Have you watched James Harvey's show, James Harvey: The Bald-Faced Truth? Watch it HERE! Credits: James Harvey (Accompanist), Henry Koperski (Theme Song), Andrew McGuire (Session Producer), Vicky Leta (cover art). --- PLEASE SUBSCRIBE/RATE US on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. WHAT MAKES U SING? is ...
What Makes Isaac Cole Powell Sing?
August 06, 2019 17:00 - 1 hour - 57.2 MBWe have Broadway superstar, Isaac Cole Powell, in the studio this week singing the music that made him! Which means a lot of Lady Gaga, Legally Blonde, and an entire Katy Perry medley. Listen and enjoy! Have you watched James Harvey's show, James Harvey: The Bald-Faced Truth? Watch it HERE! Credits: James Harvey (Accompanist), Henry Koperski (Theme Song), Andrew McGuire (Session Producer), Vicky Leta (cover art). --- PLEASE SUBSCRIBE/RATE US on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stit...
What Makes Jay Armstrong Johnson Sing?
July 30, 2019 21:19 - 1 hour - 55.9 MBThis week, singing-dancing sweetie Jay Armstrong Johnson (who casually stars in Broadways LONGEST RUNNING SHOW PHANTOM OF THE OPERA) joins Larry in the studio!! Hes got an eclectic musical appetite ranging from Reba to the pods VERY FIRST MARIAH, can you believe its taken this long!!? Also Rent and the Barenaked Ladies happen we werent kidding when we said eclectic. We even talk about TEXAS and RELIGIOUS UPBRINGINGS. DIVE RIGHT IN!! Come see Larry live at DECOLONIZE YOUR MIND, live...
Bops and Ballads Pt. 2: A Strange Loop Ends For Now
July 23, 2019 12:44 - 41 minutes - 38 MBGenius pianist and composer Henry Koperski returns to What Makes U Sing to accompany Larry on another solo ep! These two pals talk A Strange Loop and...sing! Songs include: a five song COMPANY SUITE, a beautiful Joni Mitchell song, and a tribute to the young kween of the What Makes U Sing Universe: Ariana Grande. Come see Larry live at DECOLONIZE YOUR MIND, live in Brooklyn @ the Bell House on August 1. Tix here! Credits: Henry Koperski (Accompanist), Henry Koperski (Theme Song),...
Bops and Ballads Pt. 2: A Strange Loop Ends For Now
July 23, 2019 12:44 - 47 minutesGenius pianist and composer Henry Koperski returns to What Makes U Sing to accompany Larry on another solo ep! These two pals talk A Strange Loop and...sing! Songs include: a five song COMPANY SUITE, a beautiful Joni Mitchell song, and a tribute to the young kween of the What Makes U Sing Universe: Ariana Grande. Come see Larry live at DECOLONIZE YOUR MIND, live in Brooklyn @ the Bell House on August 1. Tix here! Credits: Henry Koperski (Accompanist), Henry Koperski (Theme Song), Andrew McGu...
What Makes Rachel Sennott Sing?
July 16, 2019 13:56 - 58 minutes - 53.7 MBThis week on the pod, we have Scorpio-rising and comedy QUEEN Rachel Sennott! She takes us through her ghosts of Halloween past and we discuss the elephant on everyones minds: when does Hot Girl Summer end? Rachel reveals that a childhood bout of pneumonia made her fall in love with Chicago and Guys n Dolls, but dont be fooled, our girl is NOT a musical theatre hoe -- shes ACTUALLY an indie film hoe, so dont get it twisted!! Though she does do a MEAN Madame Thenardier that you MUST ...
RE-RELEASE: Bops & Ballads
July 09, 2019 13:46 - 38 minutes - 34.9 MBYou believe God is a woman? We believe you wont want to miss this episode of What Makes U Sing?! Its a solo act for this episode as we find out the music that made Larry who he is today! Songs include the work of Ariana, Lorde, Bill Finn, the cast of Rent and Hairspray! Credits: James Harvey (Accompanist), Henry Koperski (Theme Song), Andrew McGuire (Session Producer), Vicky Leta (cover art). --- PLEASE SUBSCRIBE/RATE US on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, or wherever you ...
What Makes Jordan Firstman Sing?
July 02, 2019 18:52 - 1 hour - 57.4 MBGird your loins for this epic hall of fame episode!!!! My old pal JORDAN FIRSTMAN drops into the studio for huge laughs, insightful chatter, and so much tenor belting. We start with Jordans glowing review of Oklahoma and prep him for seeing A Strange Loop directly after the podcast. We war on a duet from Cabaret, unpack our amazing careers as 22 year olds, and then we go full camp with (Good Morning) Baltimore. Then Jordan does the unthinkable...a full song. In character. On the po...
What Makes Akilah Hughes Sing?
June 25, 2019 11:55 - 51 minutes - 46.7 MBWelcome back SINGERS! Larry starts things off with a sad depressing Death Cab song I Will Follow You Into The Dark before introducing our very first guest of color -- comedian, author, personality, pundit, AKILAH HUGHES! Akilah and Larry instantly fall in love via Akilahs cool ass piano story. They get into the music of Britney Spears, Pursuit Of Happiness KID CUDI, "the comedy bop" Sisqos The Thong Song, the art of music videos, Beychella, and more! Plus, Larry plugs A Strange Loo...
What Makes Cole Escola Sing?
June 18, 2019 10:00 - 57 minutes - 52.3 MBCole Escola, comedy legend, visits the studio for another iconic episode!!! These birthday twins gag over their shared love of Vault Disney and dead ladies. They also sing some non dead ladies: Patti, Bernadette. Lots of A Strange Loop talk and you get to hear Larrys 8 show a week Tina Turner voice. They of course sing Tina and Cole melts your heart with an earnest Bonnie Raitt ballad. Are ballads bottoming? Subscribe and let us know in a review! --- Have you watched James Harvey'...
What Makes Ruby McCollister Sing?
June 11, 2019 14:09 - 1 hour - 58.5 MBIn this weeks episode, our guest, Ruby McCollister, reveals her first music memory was Jewish prayers. The gag? Shes not Jewish. We sing songs ranging from West Side Story to Gypsy to Britney and even to the cult classic, Ruby, Dont Take Your Love to Town. Listen now! P.S. TICKETS ARE ONSALE FOR LARRYS BIG BLACK QUEER MUSICAL AT PLAYWRIGHTS HORIZONS!!!! USE DISCOUNT CODE: LOOPCOM. Tickets will go fast. Get them HERE! Have you watched James Harvey's show, James Harvey: The Bald-Fac...
What Makes Peter Smith Sing?
June 04, 2019 15:23 - 58 minutes - 53.8 MBLarry is back for another solo episode this week singing all things Amy Spanger, plus Lake Street Dive and The Postal Service! Listen now! Have you watched James Harvey's show, James Harvey: The Bald-Faced Truth? Watch it HERE! Credits: James Harvey (Accompanist), Henry Koperski (Theme Song), Andrew McGuire (Session Producer), Vicky Leta (cover art). --- PLEASE SUBSCRIBE/RATE US on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. WHAT MAKES U SING? is ...
What Makes Henry Koperski Sing?
May 28, 2019 12:34 - 57 minutes - 52.6 MBNot only does our guest sing, but in a podcast first, they also sit behind the keyboard to play along to the music that made them! Henry Koperski takes us through a wide variety of music from The Music Man, Burt Bacharach and even Green Day. Plus, he weighs in on whether Larry or his mother is a better soprano. P.S. TICKETS ARE ONSALE FOR LARRYS BIG BLACK QUEER MUSICAL AT PLAYWRIGHTS HORIZONS!!!! USE DISCOUNT CODE: LOOPCOM. Tickets will go fast. Get them HERE! Have you watched Jam...
Bops & Ballads
May 21, 2019 13:19 - 38 minutes - 34.9 MBYou believe God is a woman? We believe you wont want to miss this episode of What Makes U Sing?! Its a solo act for this episode as we find out the music that made Larry who he is today! Songs include the work of Ariana, Lorde, Bill Finn, the cast of Rent and Hairspray! P.S. TICKETS ARE ONSALE FOR LARRYS BIG BLACK QUEER MUSICAL AT PLAYWRIGHTS HORIZONS!!!! USE DISCOUNT CODE: LOOPCOM. Tickets will go fast. Get them HERE! Have you watched James Harvey's show, James Harvey: The Bald-F...
What Makes Natalie Walker Sing?
May 14, 2019 13:14 - 1 hour - 59.5 MBWe are BACK in the historic Lower East Side of Brooklyn with another historic guest, Natalie Walker! We do some ASMR, we celebrate mediocre white actresses, and we discover what movie soundtracks make up the soundtrack of her life! We also sing show-tunes. Lots of show-tunes. P.S. TICKETS ARE ONSALE FOR LARRYS BIG BLACK QUEER MUSICAL AT PLAYWRIGHTS HORIZONS!!!! USE DISCOUNT CODE: LOOPCOM. Tickets will go fast. Get them HERE! Have you watched James Harvey's show, James Harvey: The ...