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Welcome to PigzFromaGun, the podcast where we uncover the fascinating stories behind music from the 1950s through 1980s. Lots of different genres will be covered, but some of the main focuses will be R&B, doo wop, country, rock, and eventually new wave. You might just learn something new about your favorite songs, and the brilliant artists who made them. Enjoy and oink on!

  1. MAR 31

    Episode 42: Heart of Glass by Blondie

    Now this is a tune that rock radio can't get enough of... "Heart of Glass" was a big hit for Blondie, and it wasn't there only one! In this episode, we chat about all of Blondie's big successes of the late 70s and early 80s.

    23 min

  2. MAR 23

    Episode 41: Have Mercy Baby by The Dominoes

    Today, we continue a story we started all the way back in episode 7! Whether it be the soaring lead tenor of Clyde McPhatter, the deep bass of Bill Brown, or even the authoritative leadership of Billy Ward... the early 50s Dominoes were a very interesting R&B group. And with songs like "Have Mercy Baby", those Dominoes were simply an excellent group as well.

    22 min

  3. MAR 17

    Episode 40: Wichita Lineman by Glen Campbell

    Today is a hauntingly beautiful late 60s country song that perfectly exemplifies the Nashville sound. That being a tune I had heard of initially from a British YouTuber I like... he introdcued me to one Glen Campbell!

    23 min

  4. MAR 10

    Episode 39: We're Not Gonna Take It by Twisted Sister

    Today's episode features the epic hair metal band that rocked MTV in the mid-80s, Twisted Sister!

    20 min

  5. MAR 3

    Episode 38: Old Man River by The Persuasions

    Today's episode introduces the greatest acapella group of all time and their powerful version of this classic song from the 1920s.

    24 min

  6. FEB 24

    Episode 37: Respect by Aretha Franklin

    For today's episode, all I'm asking is that you respect that Aretha Franklin had more great songs than "Respect"! Here's a deep dive into her career, including that song that was her signature tune.

    27 min

  7. FEB 17

    Episode 36: My Girl by The Temptations

    What Motown group is more legendary than The Temptations? Probably none, and a big reason to do with that is this #1 hit from 1965 that is still as amazing today as it was six decades ago. Do you know this song? Of course you do, it's "My Girl"!

    20 min

  8. FEB 10

    Episode 35: Purple Rain by Prince

    We just had the Super Bowl, so it only makes sense we discuss the man with the most legendary halftime show in the game's history. And that would be none other than Prince! And in this episode, we focus in particular on what I think is quite deservedly his signature tune, the marathon masterpiece "Purple Rain".

    27 min
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Welcome to PigzFromaGun, the podcast where we uncover the fascinating stories behind music from the 1950s through 1980s. Lots of different genres will be covered, but some of the main focuses will be R&B, doo wop, country, rock, and eventually new wave. You might just learn something new about your favorite songs, and the brilliant artists who made them. Enjoy and oink on!

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  • Creator
    Graeme Olson
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    41
  • Rating
    Clean
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