Madonna Songbook Podcast

A very rare, candid interview with producer Andre Betts, who made with Madonna the mega hit Justify My Love and some songs from the Erotica album in 1990, 1991 and 1992. Find out all the secrets behind the making of songs like Justify My Love with Lenny Kravitz, The Beast Within, Where Life Begins, Waiting, Secret Garden, Did You Do It and the unreleased track Dear Father.

Betts discusses his journey from a young producer in the Bronx to collaborating with one of the biggest pop stars in history. He reflects on the creative process behind the song, the challenges faced during production, and the significance of Madonna's artistic decisions. In this engaging conversation, Andre Betts discusses the creative process behind the songs, the collaborative dynamics, and the humorous moments that defined their working relationship. From the prank that led to the song 'Did You Do It?' to the emotional depth of 'Waiting' and the unreleased track 'Dear Father,' Betts provides a unique insight into the music industry and the artistry of one of pop's greatest icons. Remixes, songwriting, house parties, studio time in the middle of the night, union contracts, trust, rats in the studio and much more.

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Madonna’s song Thief of Hearts is at the center of a TikTok trend bringing the 1992 song back to life. Host Giulio Mazzoleni analyzes the background of the song and the making of the album Erotica. With guest Graham Gremore from QUEERTY, he discusses the value of the song, Madonna’s songwriting, the essence of 90s dance music, her influence on contemporary artists, activism, and the resurgence of her music on TikTok. It also explores the themes and impact of Madonna's album Erotica on contemporary music.

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In this episode host Giulio Mazzoleni discusses with singer, songwriter and legendary Madonna backup vocalist Donna De Lory about recording sessions with Madonna. The conversation highlights Madonna's leadership in the production process and the collaborative nature of vocal layering. Donna De Lory and Giulio Mazzoleni also discuss the enduring legacy of other iconic female artists before Madonna and their influence in the music industry: Diana Ross, Carole King, Karen Carpenter. They also explore Donna's personal journey in music and songwriting.

In this podcast episode, Giulio Mazzoleni discusses Madonna's new song 'La Bambola' and her collaboration with Dolce & Gabbana. The episode provides insights into the background of the song, its significance, and the context of its release as part of a special campaign.

In this engaging conversation with host Giulio Mazzoleni, Tomi Martin shares his experiences working with Madonna, delving into the creative process behind her music, particularly the Bedtime Stories album and the Untold Chapter EP. The discussion highlights the importance of storytelling in music, the evolution of Madonna's sound, and the personal influences that shape artistic expression. Tomi reveals how Madonna created those songs in the studio. For more stories on those sessions with Tomi Martin, check out the book Madonna Songbook  https://lnk.bio/MadonnaSongbook IG @MadonnaSongbook