Dope Nostalgia

Episode 117 - Great Big Sea’s Sean McCann

Great Big Sea were one of Canada's most popular bands. Iconic. Sean McCann tells us about Newfoundland and the legendary East Coast kitchen parties, Being the Susan Lucci of the Juno Awards, The problem with streaming platforms, and his album of sea shantys, out now!

Episode 116 - Corina

Multitalented Corina is joining me to relive the story behind her Billboard hit single "Temptation", The MTV/VH1 Tour, the battles she has overcome, playing Frido Kahlo in the movie "Cradle Will Rock", and the inspiration behind her new single "Tni Li Neshika".

Episode 115 - L.F.O.

A true pleasure to have Brad Fischetti as my guest. We discuss some of the highlights in L.F.O.'s history, such as touring with Britney Spears. Is the title of "boyband" something to avoid or embrace? We talk about Christianity and how to witness for Christ, and share heartfelt moments in memory of Rich Cronin and Devin Lima. 

Episode 114 - Candlebox

Lead vocalist and writer Kevin Martin joins me to talk about why blues based rock band Candlebox has had great success for 30 years. We talk about how although they released hot albums in the '90's, they really found their niche in the 2000's. We discuss being the first band signed to Madonna's label Maverick, experiences with David Letterman, and the new album, "Wolves", out now!

Episode 113 - Curtis Stigers

Special guest Curtis Stigers made some great music in the '90's, and continues to do so today. We chat about his track on "The Bodyguard" soundtrack, his jazz re-creations of his hits, writing with legend Glen Ballard, his tracks on the "Sons of Anarchy" Soundtrack, including the theme. What happened to TV themes? 

Episode 112 - Pierce Turner

The Irish Times described Pierce as one of the most important Irish artists of the last twenty years. He's here to share with an international audience, as we recollect working with John Simon, talk in depth about the art of performing, recording an album during a pandemic, and the new album, "Terrible Good". Welcome, Pierce Turner!

Episode 111 - Lorraine Crosby

She is the stunning, powerful female behind the vocal in the Meat Loaf classic "I Would Do Anything For Love (But I Won't Do That)" . A true honour to welcome Mrs. Loud, Lorraine Crosby to Dope Nostalgia. We discuss her role as a host on the UK show "Demand Country", Her music with Bonnie Tyler, performing on cruises, and how she became the voice on Meat Loaf's song. 

Episode 110 - Backstreet Boys’ ”Millenium”

Kendra and I review the "Larger Than Life" third album of the Backstreet Boys. It broke sales records when it was released in May of 1999. Just what was so amazing about it? Hear Naomi rant in defense of boybands, while we have a good time reminiscing about an album that was all killer, no filler!

Episode 109 - The Go-Go’s

Fresh from their induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, The Go-Go's drummer Gina Schock joins us! Gina recounts that night, and talks Drew Barrymore's fantastic introduction of the band. Gina's new book "Made In Hollywood" features years of photos she took throughout The Go-Go's history, special stories from the band, and guest appearances as well. So many great moments in their history, and we are so happy Gina shared. We even talk about how awesome daytimers are - the kind you WRITE in.

Episode 108 - Kayo of Le Click

Kayo Shekoni is our guest! A multi-faceted entertainer, she has been a vocalist with many groups including Le Click, La Bouche, and Afro-dite. We discuss the Nordic Beat Scene and the music of Sweden, Where is Robert Haynes now, The Eurovision song contest, and more.