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This week Chanty chooses 4 stories from the book: From Cradle To Stage: Stories from the Mothers who Rocked and Raised Rock Stars by Virginia Hanlon Grohl.

Virginia Hanlon Grohl is the mother of- you guessed it- Dave Grohl, and her book (which is now an original series) showcases the lives of women who raised musicians, inspiring and supporting them along the way.

The mothers highlighted in this episode include:

Virginia and her powerful influence on her son, Dave.

Wendy Cobain O'Connor, mother of Kurt Cobain and Virginia's first Rock Mom friend,

Verna Griffin, mother of Dr. Dre,

and Donna Haim, mother of Este, Danielle and Alana Haim

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This week we cover 60's model and artist Charlotte Martin as well as modern muse and poet Scarlett Sabet.

Charlotte Martin is a beautiful French artist who was an in demand model in the swinging 60's scene. She was Eric Clapton's first love, the mother of Jimmy Page's only daughter Scarlet, and a name you find often comes up in other Muses memoirs.

Scarlett Sabet is a poet and performer with 5 published works who has been dating Jimmy since 2015. Her 2019 spoken word album Catalyst, was produced by Page and the pair live together in West London.

Check out Charlotte's beautiful artwork over at her website & you can find her and Scarlet Page's instagrams @charlottemartin_art & @scarletpage. You can find Scarlett Sabet on instagram @scarlettsabet.

Timestamp: Charlotte: 00:07:04 Scarlet: 00:25:04

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This week we discuss the life and career of Linda McCartney along with her relationship with Paul.

Daughter of showbiz attorney Lee Eastman, Linda grew up with deep respect and fascination for the arts. By her late teens an interest in photography led her to New York City where she began her career shooting all the most respected musicians of the 60's. Linda's naturally gifted eye and her ability to connect to her subjects made her a favourite of anyone she happened to shoot and made her photographs some of the most intimate portraits you can find.

When Linda first met Paul McCartney she knew she'd found the one. The pair would marry within 22 months, just as The Beatles were coming to an end. What should have been a time of celebration was instead marred by Paul's depression as well as the fan and media scrutiny over their marriage.

Linda became Paul's support through this time and through their love he found another collaborative partnership. While Linda never aspired to be a musician, Paul wanted her by his side and over the next decade they would perform together as Wings.

If they had thought that the scrutiny over their marriage was rough, they had no idea how bad it would get, from their own friends nonetheless, when Linda joined the band. Through it all they remained together growing stronger as the years progressed. By the 80's Linda had found a newfound passion for Animal Rights and helping to spread the word about vegetarianism. Linda would put out multiple vegetarian cookbooks as well as her own incredibly successful meatless frozen foods line. She is considered to be one of the leading activists to publicly bring attention to animal rights and initiate change before she succumbed to breast cancer at the age of 56.

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This week we bring you a story from the perspective of a rock DAUGHTER- Galadrielle Allman. Based on her book: Please Be With Me: A Song for My Father, Duane Allman, Chanty presents this moving story of discovery and healing.

Galadrielle Allman lost her father when she was only 2, and he only 24. For years she lived with fragmented stories and mementos of her father's life, never truly feeling like she knew the whole man. Galadrielle went on a quest to discover the untold stories of her father, and created a beautiful book that serves as both an Allman Brother's band biography, and a a personal snapshot of the family and people that shaped them.

Chanty discusses some of the most influential women in the lives of the brothers including their mother Jerry, cousin Jo-Jane, Duane's wives Patti and Donna, and of course Galadrielle herself.

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This week we're unlocking a Patreon episode to give you an idea of what you would get if you joined! For $5 a month, you will get access to over 50 bonus episodes and videos and more uploaded monthly!

For this Patreon episode, we watched the Bee Gees documentary: How Can You Mend a Broken Heart. 

We liked it. 

In this, you'll hear us discuss the Bee Gees origin story, their rise to fame and how we rank the brothers Gibb in order of hotness. 

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This week the Muses discuss June Child, Gloria Jones and their relationships with T Rex frontman Marc Bolan.

Chanty begins by discussing June Child, Marc Bolan's manager, muse and wife. Lynx tells us about Gloria Jones, the talented singer and songwriter who also captured Marc's heart.

June timestamp: 00:08:50, Gloria timestamp 00:27:00

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A couple of weeks ago, we had the great pleasure of joining our friends Ashleigh and Maggie over at Rock Candy. They called the episode, "A Very Muses Playlist". For this crossover, we each brought 3 songs to the table and explained the inspiration behind the song.

We wanted to share it here with you to encourage our listeners to head over to Rock Candy's feed. There you can subscribe, leave a 5 star rating and have 2 new gal pals who love to talk about music!

Rock Candy is a weekly sweet treat of stories from the world of music – album reviews, band drama, and discussions on some of the best tunes that were ever written. With Ashleigh and Maggie you’ll not only be learning a lot but laughing and having a blast doing so.

This was a long time coming. We’ve been fans and friends for years now and it was finally the perfect time to crack some beers, and discuss some of our favourite songs! In this episode you will hear the backstory behind 12 songs. Also included are beer breaks, hot takes, and lots of jabs at Adam Duritz of Counting Crows. It’s a good time had by all, with more tidbits of info than we could’ve imagined.

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This week the Muses are joined by Bethanne and Leah from She Will Rock You to bring you the story of four Girl Groups.

This week the Muses teamed up with our friends Bethanne and Leah from She Will Rock You to present the story behind four short lived, but iconic girl groups. Chanty took inspiration from her name to give us the story behind the 1950's group The Chantels, Lynx brings us back to 60's Laurel Canyon with The GTO's, Leah shares the story of 90's alt-rockers 4 Non Blondes and Bethanne has us reliving our teen years with T.A.T.U.

If you want more Muses/She Will Rock You check our first crossover where we share 5 facts about a muse, artist or band.

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This week Lynx shares the story of Swedish actress Britt Ekland.

This week we discuss the life, loves and career of Swedish beauty Britt Ekland. Beginning her acting career while still a teen, it didn't take long before the world took notice. Britt was just 21 when she married a 38 year old Peter Sellers after a 10 day whirlwind romance. During their 4 year marriage they worked on multiple films together, had one daughter and experienced some incredible highs and lows.

In the 60's and 70's Britt would star in many cult classics including The Wicker Man, Get Carter and was even a Bond girl in The Man with the Golden Arm.

Britt would also go on to date Warren Beatty, Lou Adler, Rod Stewart and marry drummer Slim Jim Phantom. While with Stewart Britt was not only an inspiration for his songs but also a motivator to build his solo career. Rod said “Sometimes... I wonder why Britt's not my manager. She's so aware of the business I’m in and I've never had a partner like that before. Britt came along and said I was wasting my talent she gave me a kick in the ass.”

Britt is still incredibly active, starring in many reality tv shows over the last decade and is active on social media. MAke sure to follow her on Instagram and Twitter.

Britt Timestamp: 00:03:45

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Hey Everyone! We wanted to take a moment to tell you about a fantastic new female hosted podcast we think you'll love!

The Artist and The Athlete with Lindsay Czarnia‪k

Lindsay Czarniak has spent her career covering the biggest stories in sports for networks including ESPN and Fox Sports. Along the way she has become fascinated by the intersection of sports and music. As the saying goes, “athletes want to be rock stars, rock stars want to be athletes.” For both, the climb to the biggest stage is similar. What drives them and the challenges they overcome are not. Each episode of The Artist and The Athlete pairs an iconic sports figure alongside a renowned musician for an intimate, wide-ranging conversation that explores their path to success, their process, and their passions when away from the big stage. Join Lindsay each week as she goes behind-the-scenes with some of the biggest names in sports and music like Eddie Vedder, Anthony Rizzo, Alanis Morissette, Danica Patrick, Brad Paisley, Clayton Kershaw, and more..

New episodes drop every Tuesday!

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This week the Muses sat down with budding rock writer Baylee Avery.

After spending five months on a feature writing team for a pop culture website and writing about various current celebrities, Baylee eventually followed her passion for music journalism and joined BANDED PR and Soft Sound Press six months later, which has been life changing for her. She’s written about bands such as Greta Van Fleet, Dirty Honey and The Pretty Reckless.

We discuss Baylee's journey from music fan to music journalist, some of her favourite pieces to date and her love for Modern Muse and front woman for the band The Pretty Reckless, Taylor Momsen.

To keep up with Baylee's work make sure to follow her on Twitter: @thehippiesake & Instagram: @hippiesake

Make sure to also check out Baylee's pieces on Almost Famous and how it influenced her over at BandedPR & her piece on The Pretty Reckless latest album on Soft Sound Press.

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This week Chanty and Lynx discuss Whitney Houston!

Chanty watched the documentary Can I Be Me? which sparks the question, could Whitney ever really have been herself? In this episode we discuss Whitney's early life, music and movie career and how early drug use, as well as complicated family and marriage issues were contributing factors in taking Whitney too soon.

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This week we hear a fantastic story from Miss Danni of the Beatle Bandaids.

The way that it came to be is this: Danni posted a photo on her Instagram of her and Robert Plant. We messaged her and asked, so what's the story? 

Danni decided that it was the right time, and Muses was the right place for her to share the tale of not only meeting the golden god himself, but of actually spending time with him after a show one night. The way Danni weaves the story put us right there in the moment, we travelled back with her to New York, and we loved hearing it. We hope that you do too.

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This week Lynx presents the story of actress Valerie Bertinelli and her 26 year marriage to guitarist Eddie Van Halen.

Valerie was just 15 years old when she was thrust into the spotlight on the hit tv show One Day at a Time. From there came a solid career in TV in both series and films. At age 20 Valerie was invited backstage at a Van Halen show and 8 months later her and Eddie would be married.

Though their love for one another was strong, each of them had their own demons they were battling, Ed, drug and alcohol abuse and Valerie, body dysmorphia and disordered eating. Through extreme highs and lows the pair stuck it out for 26 years, had one son, Wolfgang, and then discovered a newfound friendship in one another after the divorce.

Valerie Bertinelli: 00:02:50

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This week we chat with Sara Feigin and Jenna Million from Name 3 Songs podcast. Name 3 Songs is a music commentary podcast created to challenge sexism in the music industry and empower fangirls.

Each episode is a critical analysis on aspects of the music industry, including artists’ careers, the media’s contribution to controversy and sexism, and industry’s role in creating and upholding sexist archetypes. 

In this episode we talk about live journal groupies, the days of finding and meeting bands on MySpace and how we think social media and the internet has changed groupiedom and what it means to be a Fangirl. 

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This week Chanty's presents the story of Patsy Cline based on her biography Patsy Cline: Honky Tonk Angel by Ellis Nassour.

As a child, Patsy knew that she would grow up to be a famous singer. Patsy didn't wait for doors to open for her, she kicked them down and carved a path for herself. Patsy was ahead of the times in both her singing, musicianship and feminism. Patsy lead by example, showing other women in the industry what it meant to stand up for yourself.

Patsy was a generous and loyal friend as well as a loving mother. Her life was cut short in 1963 at the age of 30 when the plane she was flying on crashed on the way home from a benefit concert.

Patsy Cline: 00:06:55

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This week the Muses discuss sisters Jean and Chrissie Shrimpton and their lives as public figures in the Swinging London scene.

Dubbed the World's first Supermodel, Jean appeared on every magazine imaginable in the 60's. Muse to her then boyfriend, photographer David Bailey, Jean rose to the top of the fashion world where she dominated the scene for the next decade.

Her younger sister Chrissie was also a model, but it was her relationship with Rolling Stones frontman Mick Jagger that catapulted her into the public eye. Their 3 year relationship became a source of material for Jagger who would go on to write many not-so-friendly songs about the beauty.

Tune in to hear their story!

Jean & Chrissie: 00:03:12

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This week the Muses chat with ex roadie and filmmaker Joel Miller about his new book Memoir of a Roadie.

Joel Miller takes us through the day to day life of a touring roadie and shares stories from being on the road with incredible artists such as Guns n Roses, Stone Temple Pilots, Poison, Rage Against the Machine and The Cranberries. We had a blast chatting with Joel and hope you all enjoy the interview.

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Welcome to Muses! We're Chanty and Lynx, two groupie feminists who explore the backstage movers and shakers in rock and roll history.

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New network and a new episode format! This week we each present one Muse, Uschi Obermaier and Patti Hansen. What legendary rockstar do they have in common? Keith Richards of course!

When Uschi Obermaier first emerged on the scene all of Germany was in awe. Model, actress and overall wild child, she would become the poster child for the sexual revolution. Everybody wanted to meet her, from political activist Ranier Langhans, to Jimi Hendrix and of course The Rolling Stones, Uschi would inspire a generation to live free and enjoy life. "Don't dream your life", she once said, "Live your dreams."

Discovered at the young age 16, Patti Hansen began a career as a model, working with A-List photographers for all the biggest magazines. It was on her 23rd birthday at the height of her career that she would meet Keith Richards but it wasn't until later that year, at Keith's 36th birthday party that the pair would officially connect. Forty-two years later and the pair are still going strong!

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Uschi: 00:04:35 Patti: 00:22:12

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This week the Muses interview Jessa aka Jessica Stuart, an award winning vocalist, instrumentalist and songwriter who began her musical career as The Jessica Stuart Few, touring all over world in places such as North America, Asia, Europe and Australia . This past year she's released her 4th album, Simple Songs, under the name Jessa.

Fans may also recognize Jessa from the CBC short documentary Finding Fukue which followed her journey to Japan as she looked for her long lost childhood best friend. We discuss this, her musical background and progression, career highlights and much more. Jessa's had a fascinating life and we had a blast learning more about her!

You can find more on Jessa's work over at https://www.jessicastuartmusic.com/ and make sure to follow her over at https://twitter.com/jessstuartmusic and https://www.instagram.com/jessicastuartmusic/

Jessa also has a youtube channel with many fun videos over at https://www.youtube.com/user/TheJessicaStuartFew

You can find the documentary Finding Fukue at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZVlZMOB-Sq0&t=64s&ab_channel=CBCDocs

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For this episode, we had the immense pleasure of speaking with film maker, author, music fan, and all around amazing person: Aidan Prewett.

Aidan has written Woodstock at 50: Anatomy of a Revolution, Our Jimi: An intimate portrait of Jimi Hendrix through Interviews with Friends and Colleagues and To Know John Lennon: An intimate portrait from his Friends, Colleagues and Family. These books can all be found at www.politicalanimalpress.com and on Amazon. His films include A Venue for the End of the World and The Trump Antidote.

In this episode, Aidan tells us about when he discovered his love for music, and it's a story you won't expect. We discussed how he, as a filmmaker, came to capturing the feeling of a documentary through books that are interview based. This is such a fun episode! Aidan is a natural story teller, and he tells us some hilarious stories that we won't spoil here, but that will definitely make you laugh.

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Continuing with our tribute to the women who loved Jimi Hendrix, this week we discuss 60’s model and Swinging London socialite Linda Keith and the portrayal of their relationship in the 2013 film Jimi: All Is By My Side

Daughter of the longest British radio presenter Alan Keith, Linda’s passion for music and her talent for spotting true talent was simply in her blood. Working as a model at the age of 17, she met Rolling Stones guitarist Keith Richards and the two became each others first loves.

It was while she was visiting Keith on tour in America that Linda spotted Jimi Hendrix, then playing at a dive bar in NYC. Linda knew a star when she saw one and made it her mission to get Jimi a record deal.

Tune in to hear their story as well as what we think of the John Ridley film Jimi: All Is By My Side.

You can also learn more about Jimi’s life with Kathy Etchingham in Episode 51 of Muses!

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Today we’ve come together for a very special occasion, and that’s to have a conversation with Rosa Lee Brooks and Gregg Wright to recognize what would have been Jimi Hendrix's 78th Birthday.

On November 27th, Kiss The Sky will be playing an upcoming live-stream to honour Jimi Hendrix's birthday that will air on Facebook and other platforms.

Rosa Lee Brooks locked eyes with Jimi Hendrix on New Years in 1963 and it was love at first sight. Cosmically connected, the two went on to write and record My Diary and Utee together forming both a romantic and musical partnership. Rosa began singing at the age of two and thankfully, hasn’t stopped. Mentored by Etta James, she brought everything full circle later on when she’d invite musicians into her home and inspire them. 

We were so happy to have Gregg Wright join us in the studio for this conversation and some music. He really is King of the Rockin' Blues, and we can’t wait for his new album, Big Dawg Barkin, to be released early in 2021.

We are so grateful to Rosa and Gregg for this conversation. You can find Rosa on facebook and at rosaleebrooks.com Find Gregg online, greggwright.com and that’s Gregg with two G’s. Don’t forget to follow Jimy Bleu and Kiss the Sky and tune in on November 27th to see the band perform live on stream, in all their Jimi Hendrix glory. Enjoy the show! 

On Friday November 27th from 7pm to 8:30pm Eastern Standard Time, Kiss The Sky presents a live stream of their annual Jimi Hendrix Birthday Bash direct from the historic Bearsville Theater in Woodstock, NY.

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We are so excited to share our interview with the magnificent Miriam Linna. Miriam has been making her mark on the music world since 1976. She was the first drummer for the legendary band The Cramps before meeting her partner Billy Miller.

Together, her and Billy took their passion for music to the next level, first came their fanzine, Kicks, then came Norton Records, which focuses on amazing rockabilly & garage reissues from the 50s-70s. If that weren’t enough, Miriam’s love of literature led to the formation of Kick Books, their publishing company.

Miriam talks with us about all this and Kick Books latest masterpiece, Mind Over Matter: The Myths and Mysteries of Detroits Fortune Records – written by Michael Hurtt and Billy Miller himself. Head over to www.nortonrecords.com to purchase your copy of the book, of that rockin’ vinyl while your at it, and enjoy the interview!

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Today we’re going to discuss the autobiography of Chris Frantz, founding member and drummer of Talking Heads. Chris met David Byrne and Tina Weymouth while attending RISD, and together they would make the move to New York and form Talking Heads.

In this episode, we’ll discuss the band’s rise to prominence, the relationship between band members, and the formation of Tom Tom Club. Most importantly, we discuss the love story of Chris and Tina, who have been married for over 40 years, and who Remain In Love.

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We loved this conversation with Brittany Brooks. Brittany is a musician, songwriter, and visual artist. She recently released her gorgeous new album Lend Me Your Hand, which she produced herself!

In this episode, we discuss the writing process of this record, life-changing music festivals, and our mutual love for highlighting the stories of women in music!

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About My 90's Playlist:

The 90s are back in so many ways, but our favorite tracks never left. My 90s Playlist breaks down why we love the hits of the 90s so much, what made our favorite songs so popular back then, and why we are so nostalgic for them now. Throughout the season, our hosts Tracy Clayton and Akoto Ofori-Atta will celebrate their picks for a quintessential 90s playlist and explore the work of Backstreet Boys, Mariah Carey, Celine Dion, A Tribe Called Quest and more! Weekly episodes start October 13th!

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This week the Muses discuss the life and career of Blondie front-woman Debbie Harry.

Debbie Harry had no idea what NYC had in store for her when she moved in the late 60's, but she certainly had big dreams. Working at Max's Kansas City she would wait on musicians she admired, while working hard to make her own musical goals come true. It wasn't a quick rise to fame, but when Debbie met Chris Stein and the pair formed Blondie, it was clear that there was something special there, both musically and personally.

As Blondie's fame grew, Debbie's growth as an artist skyrocketed. She began a side career as an actress, put out her own solo albums and became one of the most recognizable punk rock icons. Tune in to hear her journey!

You can purchase Debbie's memoir, Face It, where ever books are sold.

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This week is a Crossover episode between Muses and She Will Rock You!

Chanty, Lynx, Bethanne and Leah each present 5 (ish) facts about a Muse, Musician, or group of Musicians. Chanty presents the story of May Pang- John Lennon's lover and photographer during his "lost weekend" from Yoko. Bethanne teaches us about the multi-instrumentalist and cat-walker, Norma Tanega. Lynx made the girls watch the sexiest music video EVER featuring PJ Harvey and Nick Cave and then tells everyone about shooting that video, including the romance that followed suit. Finally, Leah gets spooky and regales us with 3 facts and 3 conspiracies about the Buddy Holly plane crash.

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This week the Muses interview Steph Paynes, founder and bad ass guitarist of the all girl quartet LEZ ZEPPELIN!

 Founded in 2004, Lez Zeppelin has since gained unanimous critical acclaim as one of the most exciting live acts around, becoming the first female rock act to pay homage to Led Zeppelin and to garner rave reviews across the board.

Steph talks about past musical adventures, how she came to form Lez Zeppelin and some killer career highlights such as working with Eddie Kramer and the time Jimmy Page himself came to see them perform!

Make sure to check out their site itcouldbereal.net for upcoming tour dates as well as their youtube channel TheLezZeppelin for plenty of amazing videos including their awesome Quarantune series. We hope you enjoy the episode as much as we enjoyed talking with Steph!

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We conclude our two part series with Lorettas Lynn's rise to musical fame. Loretta began performing when she was in her 20s, getting her song on the charts even before she knew what the charts actually were!

Join us this week as we discuss how Loretta navigated the music industry, stuck to her morals, made life long friendships, all the while battling health issues and raising children.

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Welcome to a special two-part episode about Loretta Lynn!

This week we discuss Loretta's early life, before she became a famous country musician. Loretta grew up in the mountains of Kentucky, in a special place called Butcher Holler. Based on her book: Coal Miner's Daughter, we dive into Loretta's upbringing, her marriage at a very young age, becoming a mother and her musical inspirations.

Expect to hear some of Loretta's most popular songs, and get to know how a woman with a fourth grade education became a grand-mother at age 29 and then began a musical career that would last well into 6 decades.

Stay tuned for Part 2 coming August 6th!

Take a virtual tour of Loretta Lynn's home in Tennessee: http://kentuckycountrymusic.com/2019/03/a-behind-the-scenes-look-at-the-loretta-lynn-ranch.html

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This week we're taking a little break as Chanty settles in to her new home!

In case you've ever wondered what a Patreon episode is like, here are two: Chanty's favourite cover songs and our review of Echo in the Canyon.

We will be back July 23rd for a regular episode!

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This week the Muses share the story of Karrine Steffans, author of the memoir Confessions of a Video Vixen.

From day one Karrine's life was an uphill battle. By 20 she had survived an abusive mother, a brutal rape, a violent husband, homelessness and single motherhood. Breaking free from her past, Karrine moved to LA, hoping for a better life for her and her son.

In no time at all Karrine was at the center of the Hip Hop scene, dating legendary rappers such as Ice-T, Method Man, Ja Rule and more. She was also making a name for herself as one of the industry's top "Music Video Vixens", dancing in videos for artists such as Jay-Z, Mystikal, and Xzibit. But life was anything but a party. Tune in to hear how Karrine turned her darkest days into the fuel that made her fight for her future.

You can purchase Karrine's book Confessions of a Video Vixen, as well as her others where ever books are sold.

Make sure to also check out our interview with Kathy Iandoli, author of God Save the Queens: The Essential History of Women in Hip Hop.

Your daily reminder to dismantle white supremacy with Nicole Cardoza https://www.antiracismdaily.com/

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This week's episode is based on the autobiography of Ronnie Spector: Be My Baby- How I Survived Mascara, Miniskirts, and Madness or My Life as a Fabulous Ronnette.

Ever since Ronnie was a baby, she was singing for people on the subway. Growing up in a musical household, Ronnie would perform with her sister, cousins, aunts and uncles every weekend. Ronnie knew that show business was her destiny, and that music was the only thing she ever wanted to do.

Ronnie, her sister Estelle and their cousin Nedra formed the Ronnettes and performing in New York, and perfecting their live show until they knew it was time that the Ronnettes had to make a record.

Searching for the perfect producer, the Ronnettes reached out to Phil Spector who agreed to record them immediately. Phil knew how to write a song for Ronnie's voice and his famous wall of sound made "Be My Baby" an instant hit, and an all time classic. However, while Ronnie's dream of becoming a famous singer was coming true, her home life and relationship with Phil was becoming a nightmare.

In this story of survival, Ronnie tells the tale of rising to the top of the charts with the Ronnettes, having the Rolling Stones on tour as their opening act, meeting and developing a special friendship with the Beatles and how she was ultimately able to get free from Phil Spector to find her voice again.

Songs in this episode:

Why Do Fools Fall in Love by Frankie Lymon

Maybe by The Chantels

What'd I Say? by Ray Charles

Be My Baby by the Ronnettes

You Mean so much to Me by Johnny and the Ashbury Dukes

Take me Home Tonight by Eddie Money

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While some may think it was Ozzy who introduced Sharon to the world of rock n roll truth is she was partying with the animals long before the Prince of Darkness entered the picture.

Daughter of infamous music manager turned gangster Don Arden, Sharon entered the family business as a teen and soon became her fathers right hand man helping to manage bands such as ELO and Black Sabbath.

When Sabbath fired frontman Ozzy Osbourne for his drug and alcohol addiction, Sharon stood by his side and took over his management, helping to build one of the most successful solo careers of all-time while also falling deeply in love.

While they're love affair has stood the test of time it was certainly not always smooth sailing. Years of addiction and extremely violent behaviour marred their private life, but the pair always managed to pull through the worst of it and will be celebrating their 38th wedding anniversary this summer.

Whether you love them or hate them one thing is for sure, Sharon and Ozzy are pure rock n roll.

Make sure to purchase your copy of Sharon Osbourne's memoir Extreme where ever books are sold.

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This week we cannot be more excited to introduce our listeners to Glockabelle. Glockabelle is a kick ass musician who plays 2 Casio VL-tones and a glockenspiel with 8 thimbles. Her unique sound makes for one hell of a live show, which she describes as a "glockenspiel-synth exorcism". Yeah, we thought you'd be intrigued!

When it comes to talent and creativity Annabelle aka Glockabelle is limitless. When's the last time you saw a Casio shredding force of nature who created a new way of playing the glockenspiel with thimbles instead of mallots? We caught up with Annabelle to discuss her musical background, how she came up with her unique sound and what it's like to experience a Glockabelle show. We also talk about her past collaborations with artists such as The Go! Team, the time a Japanese documentary team followed her to SXSW, and so much more! Listen to our interview and discover your new favourite artist!

Help Glockabelle fund her next album and music school!

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This week we bring you the story of the incredible Barbara Barnes Sims, author of the book The Next Elvis: Searching for Stardom at Sun Records.

We're back to reading books and sharing with you people who we find inspiring. This week, Chanty presents an episode about Barbara Barnes Sims after reading her amazing book about her time working at Sun Records.

Barbara was am employee at Sun Records from 1957-1960, just after Elvis had left, and while Carl Perkins, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Roy Orbison were getting their start. Barbara worked in sales, promotion and publicity. While there, she developed a close friendship with Sam Phillips and came to be a part of the Sun Records family.

Join us as we discuss this special time in Memphis, Tennessee, and honour a woman who learned the ins and outs of the music business, shared memories with amazing musicians, and most importantly found herself.

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We cannot be more excited to share our interview with Linda Ramone. Muse to The Ramones, wife to guitarist Johnny and founder of the Johnny Ramone Army, the Johnny and Linda Ramone Foundation and the Hollywood Forever Johnny Ramone Tributes, one thing is for sure. Linda's quite the sensation!

For more about Linda and our visit to the Ramone Ranch read our blog post here.

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Hey everyone! While we were in Los Angeles, California we recorded what you might call a tour diary. We hope that this episode can bring some sunshine into your life as we're all at home during this time. We recorded every day during our trip, so we speak about our experience having lunch at the Chateau Marmont, spending the afternoon in the Hollywood Forever Cemetery, dancing the night away at the Rainbow, interviewing Linda Ramone at the Ramone Ranch and so much more! We also chose some music to play along with our journey, which you can find below in the show notes!

Songs featured in this episode:

Welcome to L.A.- Chi Runner

Venice Bitch- Lana Del Rey

Fun Times in Babylon- Father John Misty

Malibu- Miley Cyrus

Los Angeles- The Bird and the Bee

Twelve Thirty (Young Girls are Coming to the Canyon)- The Mamas & The Papas

Goin' to California- Led Zeppelin

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Muses first interview waaaaay back in Episode 23 was with this incredible woman and when we recently went to LA we of course had to do round 2 with the Princess of Hollywood!

Pleasant Gehman does it all. She's a bellydancer known as Princess Farhana, tarot reader, writer, actress, musician and alternative healer. In episode 23 she shared some of her LA punk stories, hanging with The Germs, being kidnapped by Iggy Pop, and living at the LA punk house Disgraceland.

This time around Pleasant shares tales from her time in NYC with Lydia Lunch, what it was like to go on a date with The Cramps guitarist Bryan Gregory, and tales from her own wild days fronting not one, but 2 bands, The Screamin' Sirens and Honk if Your Horny!

For those in LA, make sure to check out Pleasant's art show, Paper, Scissors, Rock: Forty Years of Fanzines & Flyers. Opening April 3rd at the Burgundy Room through to April 16th!

Make sure to also follow Pleasant on instagram @princessofhollywood for updates on her upcoming fellow Pantheon Network Podcast, The Devil's Music!

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This week your Toronto Muses fly down to Las Vegas for Miss Pamela's 2nd Annual Doll Con! We met some incredible women and reunited with others, we laughed, we cried, we danced our groupies souls off and of course we wrote! Tune in to hear all about our Vegas adventures and make sure to stay tuned for Part 2, Muses: Live from California! We hope you enjoy our audio tour diary and cannot wait to bring you some super awesome upcoming interviews!

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Today, we bring you our conversation with Ginger Gilmour, a true artist and author of Memoirs of the Bright Side of the Moon. We read Ginger’s book and discussed it back in episode 56 and since then, we have been wanting to speak with her personally. Today is the day!

Ginger met David Gilmour of Pink Floyd in 1971. They were married from 1975 until 1990 and have four children together. But like all of the incredible women we speak with, Ginger is multifaceted. Not only is she an author, she is a sculptor, light worker, mentor and will be hosting Creativity Classes “where creativity touches the heart and nourishes the spirit”. If you’re one of the lucky few to take classes with Ginger, you may be painting or sculpting but you'll most certainly be in the presence of this really peaceful and spiritual being.

Ginger is a true storyteller and speaks about her experience on tour with Pink Floyd, her health journey, favourite places she has travelled and what it was like spending time with George and Olivia Harrison in their gardens at Friar Park.

Ginger welcomes anyone to reach out and ask her questions. One way of doing that is by sending her an email, [email protected] You can also leave her comments on her Facebook profile: https://www.facebook.com/gingergilmourbook/ or https://www.facebook.com/GingerGilmour.GingerArt/

In the meantime, you can find Ginger on her website www.gingerart.net and we highly recommend that you pick up a copy of her book Memoirs of the Bright Side of the Moon. You can sign up to be on the waitlist for one of her Creativity Courses by going to her website. Enjoy the show!

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Today we chat with DeeDee Keel, a true rock and roll fan and proud Groupie. No wonder the rock and roll lifestyle chose DeeDee, growing up in Venice Beach, she had Jim Morrison as a neighbour! What did DeeDee's dad say to warn her about Jimmy? Did she listen?

DeeDee recalls many incredible stories growing up on the Sunset Strip as well as her experiences working at the Whisky A Go Go between the years of 1971 and 1983! How can you NOT collect wonderful memories working at this place at the height of rock excellence? She was a part of the Led Zeppelin crew, and had her own unique ways of "bagging the rock star".

DeeDee also has experience going on tour with her husband, Ron Keel and tells us: Is it really all it's cracked up to be? What did she like about the touring life and what is she happy to have left behind? DeeDee is still rockin', you can hear her on her monthly radio show as the Rock Zone Reporter for WDLJ- KM Radio 97.5FM The Rock!

When we first read DeeDee's story in Pamela Des Barres' book "Let's Spend the Night Together", we hoped some day we would get the chance to speak with her. What amazing piece of advice does DeeDee end the show with? You'll have to listen to find out!

You can find DeeDee on Twitter @DeeDeeKeel

on Instagram @deedeekeel

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This week we take you to Kingston, Jamaica where Bob and Rita met and fell in love.

Rita was still just a teen when she met The Wailing Wailers and began doing backing vocals for them. At the studio she began to get close to one member in particular, Robert, better known as Bob Marley. Their affection for each other grew fast and strong and before long the young couple were married.

From the get go Rita looked at her marriage as a partnership. Rita was there with Bob through years of struggle, yet their love for one another and their dreams of making it big never faltered. When Bob did finally reach success Rita was alongside with him, touring for 7 years with her backing band, the I-Three.

While over the years their relationship would shift from that of lovers to great friends, Rita would be there for Bob until the very end and continues to maintain his legacy.

Make sure to check out Rita's autobiography No Woman, No Cry: My Life with Bob Marley.

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Let’s kick it out and begin 2020 with the story of Ann and Nancy Wilson of Heart. We’ll take you through over 4 decades of astonishing talent, hard work, love, loss and sisterhood. Chanty read the memoir "Kicking and Dreaming: A Story of Heart, Soul, and Rock and Roll" by Ann and Nancy Wilson and presents it to you today!

Ann and Nancy Wilson, only 4 years apart in age, were always close. Moving from city to city and country to country with their family brought them even closer, singing and playing guitar together wherever they went. The sisters found security, and a home in listening to the radio and playing music. When Beatlemania hit, Ann and Nancy didn’t want to be a Beatles wife like the rest of their friends, they wanted to BE the Beatles. 

Ann Wilson never had any doubt that she wanted to play music for a living, and things really started to take a turn in her career when she met the Magic Man and moved to Vancouver. Eventually, Nancy left college to join her big sister, and the rest is… rock and roll history!

Listen to this week’s episode to hear about all of the Barracudas of the music industry, who else inspired Heart’s songs and lyrics and what being a pioneer in rock was like for two sisters from Seattle. 

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Happy Holidays, everyone! Today we present an episode where we answer listener submitted questions! We discuss the ghosts of our podcast past, present and future! Thank you for your love and support this year, and we can't wait to bring you more in 2020!

Twas the day after Christmas

And everyone's chillin'

Not a rock star was stirring

Not even Bob Dylan

The guitars were placed by the chimney with care

And somewhere Bon Jovi was feathering his hair

Chanty was nestled all snug in her bed

While visions of Harry Styles danced in her head

And Lynx in her jammies, her cat in her lap

Had just settled down for a long winter's nap

Happy Holidays, everyone! Today we present an episode where we answer listener submitted questions! We discuss the ghosts of our podcast past, present and future! Thank you for your love and support this year, and we can't wait to bring you more in 2020!

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This week we travel back in time to the 1940's & '50's where Hank Williams shook the world with a new sound dubbed 'Hillbilly Rock'

Hank may have had an incredible voice and song-writing skills like no other, but without the strong willed women who surrounded him the world may never have known. As a child it was his momager Lillie Stone pushing him to be all he could until he met the love of his life and muse for all of his songs, Audrey Mae Sheppard in 1943.

With Audrey by his side Hanks career skyrocketed. She booked the interviews, tours, created his rockabilly image, was involved in (and came up with the ideas for) all of Hanks business proposals and even joined the band onstage now and again. As Audrey once said "He was lucky with a God-given talent, and I was lucky with a few brains."

Career wise things couldn't have been better but behind the scenes things weren't as rosy. An alcoholic since he was just an early teen, Hanks addiction, and the mood swings that came from it had the couple in constant turmoil. Life certainly wasn't easy, but it did make for great songwriting material.

Research for this episode came from the book Still in Love with You: The Story of Hank and Audrey Williams by Dale Vinicur and Lycretia Williams (their daughter!).

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This week we couldn't be more excited to share our conversation with Sally Mann, author of the fantastic memoir The Band's With Me: Tour 1964-1975.

We discussed Sally's relationships with musicians and bands such as Frank Zappa, Richard Manuel, Alvin Lee, The Grateful Dead and of course, Jefferson Airplane. She also shared with us memories from her marriage to Spencer Dryden, what it was like to be a part of the legendary Rolling Stone Issue Groupies and Other Girls and what it was like to be a part of (as well as attend!) the Woodstock Generation.

While there's no question Sally is a rock n roll woman at heart, she has also followed her other passions in life as well. Sally currently runs the Rockit Ranch Rescue, an animal shelter that relies on her care and your generosity. For those who wish to donate head over to Sally's GoFundMe Page here (https://www.gofundme.com/f/n5qagbty) and make sure to purchase her book on amazon!

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This week, Chanty brings you the story of Carly Simon, based on her memoir "Boys In The Trees".

Carly grew up in a seemingly idyllic setting, with her family splitting their time between Greenwich Village and Martha's Vineyard and having Wednesday night sing-alongs around the piano. All was not as it seems, however, as the Simon family was one full of trauma and tragedy. Carly's upbringing inspired her songwriting that explores issues of love, crime, secrecy, vulnerability, monsters, beasts, love and longing.

In this episode, you'll also learn about some of Carly's muses (expected and unexpected!), steamy relationships (ahem, Cat Stevens!) and what exactly went on between her and Mick Jagger. We talk about her songwriting process, marriage to James Taylor and much more.

Support for today's show comes from AWAY suitcases. For $20.00 off a suitcase, visit www.awaytravel.com/muses and use promo code MUSES at checkout!

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In this weeks episode we had the immense pleasure of speaking with Kathy Iandoli about her incredible new book God Save the Queens: The Essential History of Women in Hip Hop.

Kathy is a critically acclaimed journalist and author who has written for Vibe, Rolling Stone, Vice, Pitchfork, Playboy and many other publications. She has also held editorial positions at top hip hop websites such as All Hip Hop and BET. Kathy is an alumni in residence of music business at NYU and has appeared across the media, television, radio and panels discussing hip hop and gender.

We had a blast getting to know Kathy and learning about women's evolution in hip hop. God Save the Queens is available now where ever books are sold and we highly recommend picking up a copy!

You can follow Kathy on twitter & instagram @kath3000 & on her site https://kathyiandoli.contently.com/

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In this week's episode, we chat with Lydia Criss, author of the book, Sealed with a Kiss. Lydia is the first wife of Peter Criss of KISS, ever heard of them?

We had a great time chatting with Lydia about meeting Peter when he was Peter Criscuola, how their young love blossomed and being a part of the phenomenon that would become KISS. Lydia was there at the very beginning, supporting Peter while he pursued his dreams of rock and roll stardom. 

Lydia tells us about how Peter created the cat man character which was inspired by their pet cat which they shared together. Lydia’s memoir is also like a wonderful scrapbook, documenting home photos of their life, relationship as well as the band’s evolving look. What was it like hanging around with Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley and Ace Frehley? It's all here!

We also discuss the part she played in the creation of the song “Beth”, what it was like to witness KISS become one of the biggest bands in the world, travel the world, rub shoulders with celebrities, lose herself in that relationship, and find herself once again. This is a story of young love, whirlwind romance, excess, rock and roll and a woman finding her own place in the world.

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This week we bring you our conversation with Simeon Hammond Dallas. Simeon is a singer/ songwriter and musician extraordinaire from Camden Town, London.

If Simeon's name or voice sound familiar, it might be because you recognize her from Muses' VERY FIRST EPISODE! You may also have had the good fortune to catch her busking around London, and if you have, consider yourself lucky. Simeon has travelled all over the world playing music, making friends and falling in love. She shares with us how she got started playing music, what getting around California without a car was like, and also discusses her project "Don't Date Boys, Read Books".

Simeon is on the verge of something huge and we are delighted to share our chat with her today. We will all be proud to say that we "knew her back when". Having said that, Simeon is already a huge success and we wanted to celebrate her accomplishments by sharing her story and her music with you, dear listeners. Simeon released her EP Manic Pixie Dreams this year and you can find it wherever you listen to your tunes.

You can find Simeon here https://www.simeonhammonddallas.com/

on Instagram @simeonhammonddallas

and Spotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/683fCYg90AUTt5EjdqAitw?si=jeTd-oy0ThGcgFp8y7QqbA

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This week Lynx presents the story of French pop star Francoise Hardy. Adored by both the public and fellow artists (Mick Jagger and Bob Dylan were big admirers!) and with a career spanning close to 60 years (both onstage and screen), Francoise's talent and beauty had lead her to Muse status.

In 2008 Francoise published her incredibly honest and well written memoir The Despair of Monkeys and Other Trifles. In it she discusses both her career and her personal relationships including her unique 52 year long relationship to fellow French Icon Jacques Dutronc. Francoise's openness and honesty about the highs and lows of her personal affairs led to some introspection about what we are willing to give and take from our own relationships. We highly recommend you check out Francoise's book after listening to the episode!

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“Olivia really kicked ass. She is a beautiful person. His son, Dhani, is a beautiful kid, man. I’ve seen him recently. He is doing very well — very strong and inspired. Olivia had the hardest job in the world, because she loved George more than all of us, and she really took care of him and cleared the path in front of him, behind him, and inherited that crazy life, you know.“ - Tom Petty

Today’s episode is all about Olivia Harrison. Olivia Trinidad Arias met George Harrison after beginning a flirtation over the phone while she was working at his company A&M records. For George, the connection was immediate and would go on to last until the end of his life, and beyond. Olivia never meant to marry someone famous, let alone a Beatle, but her grounded nature and shared passion for meditation as well as a similar sense of humour to George made her a perfect match.

Tune in to hear all about this inspiring love story born out of a chaotic period in George’s personal life; a romance that turned into a divine union lasting far beyond the confines of this astral plane. Learn about the woman who inspired so many of George’s songs such as, Dark Sweet Lady and This is Love, and who was by his side while he tended to his many gardens and as he left this world.

Thank you to Andrea from Harrison Archive for providing such incredible quotes and resources for this episode. You can find her on Instagram @harrisonarchive Check out the other great books on George used for this episode, “George Harrison: Behind the Locked Door” by Graeme Tomson.

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She's the girl with love in her eyes and flowers in her hair. We couldn't be more excited to share our conversation with the always enchanting Michele Overman. Michele has had quite a life and shares with us many stories. From growing up in Greenwich Village, becoming a teen model and her relationships with pre-famous Rock Gods such as Aerosmith's Steven Tyler and Led Zeppelin's Robert Plant. Michele also talks about her enduring friendships with other muses such as Pamela Des Barres, Catherine James and Patti D'Arbanville and how connecting with modern muses via social media and seeing the rock n roll tradition live on has been a joy to witness. Michele is just as beautiful inside as she is out and we were overjoyed to hear she is working on her own memoirs as well.

You can follow Michele on instagram at www.instagram.com/overmanmichele

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This week we focus on the Warhol Superstars featured in Lou Reed's classic song 'Walk on the Wild Side'. Holly Woodlawn, Candy Darling, Joe Dallesandro, Joe Campbell and Jackie Curtis served as inspiration to both Lou Reed, Andy Warhol and many others along the way. This incredibly fabulous array of trailblazers paved the way with their talent, passion and strength and we hope you find them all as inspiring as we do!

Doo doo doo doo doo doo doo doo doo!!

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Stardust is a magnificent creature who does it all. So who is Stardust? Perhaps the better question is, WHAT is Stardust?

Chanty first met Stardust at the Las Vegas Doll Con and was immediately enraptured by her beauty. Then, she heard her speak and thought, "I need to know more"!

Stardust is an artist, jewellery maker, story teller and writer based in Los Angeles. She has written and published works of fantasy, and has a magazine dedicated to music and muses called Starseed Magazine.

Today we talk about her most memorable concerts, her connection to Pamela Des Barres and the LA dolls, her jewelry line Twisted, by Stardust, her love and passion for Ozzy Osbourne, how music can save your life and the soul connection between us.

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https://www.etsy.com/shop/TwistedByStardust

You can find Stardust online here

https://www.instagram.com/stardust.lady/

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Chanty presents the story of Brigitte Bardot- Mega Muse, Sex Symbol and Animal Activist.

In this episode, you'll learn about why Bardot was considered the "European Marilyn Monroe", how she got discovered and which events lead to her shooting up to mega star status.

Using Barnet Singer's book "Brigitte Bardot: A Biography", Chanty recounts Brigitte's early years as a curious but lonely young girl who once thought of herself as ugly and unintelligent and who became a woman emulated by women around the world. According to Time Magazine "Not since the statue of liberty has a French girl lit such a fire in America", and to this day Brigitte remains a symbol of beauty, a friend to animals, a singer and an actor with more than 40 films to her credit.

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Here's a special bonus episode for you! Chanty of Muses talks with MJ and Bree from the Keeping It Casual Podcast in Las Vegas, Nevada!

In April, Chanty attended Miss Pamela's First International Doll Con. There, she met up with Bree and MJ in the Plaza Hotel and Casino to discuss MUSIC, BOYS and so much more!

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If Patti Johnsen's name sounds familiar it may be because you read her awesome chapter in Pamela Des Barres' book Lets Spend the Night Together. We knew right away we were talking to someone special, and cannot wait for you all to fall in love with Patti as we have!

Patti recounts some awesome stories about meeting George Harrison, working at the legendary Rainbow Bar and Grill for nearly a decade, her fling with Billy Idol and her lasting friendship with Motorhead frontman Lemmy Kilmister. She also teaches us about rock n roll Holy Grails, her groupie round table and has some incredibly wise words for all us groupies out there, whether or not we have bedded a rockstar. “Just because you haven’t fucked a rockstar doesn’t mean you’re not a groupie. A guitar, a Les Paul comes off the assembly line, it hasn’t been played yet. Does it mean it’s not a guitar? Of course it is! And you put that in the hands of a rockstar, you just wait to hear that fucker sing! You are still a groupie because once you get in the hands of a rockstar baby, wait to hear you sing.”

Make sure to follow Patti on instagram at https://www.instagram.com/pattijohnsen/ & Twitter at https://twitter.com/PattiJohnsen and check out the Groupie Round Table on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/groupieroundtable

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This week we discuss the movie THE DIRT. 

In this episode you'll hear:

- Was it really "horny as hell" as Twitter made it out to be?

- Did it live up to what little expectations we had?

- Did we enjoy the movie? (You might be surprised by the answer!)

- Whose favourite part was the aesthetic and whose favourite part was the sexy actor, Douglas Booth?

- How do we think the actors did portraying the band?

- At what point did Chanty lose her boner?

- What did we think about the depiction of women?

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Way back in episode 64 Chanty told Lynx all about Rita Rae Roxx and her incredibly fun memoir Once Upon a Rock Star: Backstage Passes in the Heavy Metal Eighties – Big Hair, Bad Boys (and One Bad Girl). This time around we couldn't have been more excited to chat with Rockin' Rita herself!

A friend wrote in Rita’s 1982 high school yearbook: “I hope that someday you will meet your true David Lee Roth … and become a rock and roll queen.” Well, she DID and she IS. Rita's extensive scrapbooks of backstage passes and personal photos are a record of a lifestyle that rock fans only dream about.

After leaving Omaha and moving to LA, Rita pursued heavy metal bands throughout the 1980s and well into the 90s. She eventually traded rock stars for movie stars and did a stint in a stand-up comedy. After leaving LA with more memories than any single person could ever experience, Rita returned to her hometown and is a hard-working mom who is active in her church. RIta still goes to shows and supports bands in her community, and you can hear all about it in today's show! 

Make sure to check out Rita's websitehttp://www.onceuponarockstarbook.com/ & follow her adventures on Instagram and Twitter @RitaRaeRoxx

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This week Chanty tells Lynx all about her 3 days in Vegas for Miss Pamela's First International Doll Con. There was dancing, yoga, three different hotel pools, gambling, mild heat stroke and of course WRITING! If you've ever wanted to get to know the Muses a little bit better, this is the very special episode to do just that.

The girls also discuss their experience being mentors at Canadian Music Week, seeing Dave Grohl up close and personal, and some upcoming shows they're looking forward to seeing.

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“They were two lost souls who had found each other, Their relationship came out of their inability to find what they wanted in the outside world. They were on the same wavelength. They fit each others needs. They were dependant on each other. They cared for each other. To them, what they had together was genuine love.” - Deborah Spungen

In this episode we shine a light on the iconic punk duo Sid and Nancy. A lot has been said about the pair over the years, and while researching for this episode we were shocked at how negative the media has painted Nancy who at heart was a troubled, very young woman. In this episode you'll hear all about their lives pre-punk, how they came together and how their equally self-destructive behaviour would be their downfall.

Using both Deborah Spungen's book And I Don't Want to Live This Life: A Mothers Story of her Daughters Murder and Malcolm Butt's biography Sid Vicious: Rock n Roll Star, you'll hear a different side to Nancy and discover why Lynx dubbed her "The Yoko Ono of Punk". Make sure you pick up Deborah's book for an even more in depth look at Nancy!

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This week the Muses chat with Modern Muse and influencer Devyn Crimson! Devyn is a model, actress, fashion muse, writer, and dancer based out of Chicago. She also works as the social media manager for the legendary rock n roll groupie, Miss Pamela Des Barres’, fashion brand– GroupieU.

We discuss Devyn’s love of fashion and music, her amazing youtube channel where she does fantastic tutorials and recreations of favourite 60’s and 70’s muses, life with her musician boyfriend, her new Etsy shop The Modern Muses and what the future holds!

Make sure you follow Devyn on instagram @devyncrimson, check out her site crimsonandcloverblog.com and check out her youtube channel here.

Today’s song is called BABY by Ably House. Yes, it’s Devyn’s boyfriend’s band. Swoon!

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On this week’s episode, Chanty takes you back to a time when eucalyptus trees hung in front yards, people went cabin to cabin playing each other their new music, and musicians would gather at the store to smoke on the wall, have a chat and see where the night took them. We’re going to LAUREL CANYON.

Using Michael Walker’s book Laurel Canyon: The Inside Story of Rock-and-Roll’s Legendary Neighborhood, Chanty tells Lynx about this neighbourhood that inspired some of the biggest artists of our time.

How can a place in time be a Muse? In a Muses first, we discuss how a time and place in rock and roll history could be the inspiration behind bands getting together (hello, Crosby, Stills and Nash), how relationships were formed and how this musical oasis turned darker as the generations passed. Today you’ll hear about Frank Zappa’s log cabin, Chris Hillman arriving at the Canyon, Josh Tillman mistaking it for Topanga Canyon and so much more. Have you ever wondered what Joni Mitchell’s house looked like back in the 60s? We’ve got you covered!

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This week our guest is Roxana Shirazi! She is an author, journalist, lecturer, actress and bad-ass human being with a heart of gold. Roxana is the author of ‘The Last Living Slut: Born in Iran, Bred Backstage’ and will be releasing a new book this fall called “Dead Iranian Girl”.

In this episode we talk about Roxana’s childhood, what it was like to move to England at the age of 10, how she got her start in the rock and roll world and all of the double standards that come along with it. We discuss her surprising and fascinating journalism career (you won’t believe who she has interviewed!), having her first book censored in the UK, Mötley Crüe‘s upcoming Netflix movie ‘The Dirt’ and so much more!

Make sure to read all of Roxana’s articles here: www.roxanashirazi.co.uk, buy her book and keep your eyes peeled for her upcoming book in the fall.

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This week we bring you the life story of Guinness heir turned ’60’s muse Tara Browne. Born into Irish aristocracy, Tara’s upbringing was anything but normal. Surrounded by some of the worlds most famous writers, artists, and politicians, Tara spent his childhood absorbing culture and learning by experience. By 14, Tara was already influencing those around him, always ahead of everyone else when it came to music, fashion and fast cars. When Tara moved to London he became a central figure in the Swinging London scene, bringing people like Paul McCartney, Brian Jones, Marianne Faithfull and Anita Pallenberg together with fellow socialites, muses and influencers.

“He was the living, breathing quintessence of Swinging London, a dandy with the air of a young prince. The hippest of hip cats, he always seemed to be right on the heartbeat of the moment in everything he did, whether introducing Paul McCartney to the mind-expanding possibilities of LSD in his Mayfair flat, turning heads in his psychedelically coloured AC Cobra or gadding about Londons West End with a Beatle or Rolling Stone, or perhaps Peter Sellers or Roman Polanski by his side.”

Tara’s life would be a short one, but his influence on the 60’s and those around him would shape the culture forever.

Make sure to check out Paul Howard’s biography on Tara, I Read the News Today Oh Boy: The Short and Gilded Life of Tara Browne, the Man Who Inspired The Beatles’ Greatest Song.

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The Muses celebrate episode 100 by getting to know writer Evelyn McDonnell and discussing her latest book, Women Who Rock: Bessie to Beyonce, Girl Groups to Riot Grrrl! Women Who Rock features over 100 amazing artists and is written by a collective of incredible women. If that weren’t enough, each artist gets their own gorgeous illustration, all created by extremely talented female artists.

One of our favourite additions to the book was a playlist suggestion to go along with each chapter. We read, we listened, we learned about old favourites and discovered new artists that are now in rotation on our own playlists. We simply cannot recommend this book enough and it was such a pleasure to discuss Evelyn’s impressive career with her. Oh and from this book has spawned a new activist collective called Turn it Up! which advocates for gender parity in the music industry including airplay, media coverage and employment. How kick ass is that??

You can purchase Women Who Rock on Amazon or where ever books are sold!

You can find Evelyn on twitter at twitter.com/evelynmcdonnell & Instagram at instagram.com/msladyevelyn

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We all know her, we all love her and there is no one else like her. Who could we possibly be talking about? That’s right, Dolly Parton!

Today Chanty presents the story of Dolly Parton, the early years. With the help of Dolly’s book “Dolly: My Life and Other Unfinished Business”, you can hear the story of how Dolly got to be the super star she is today. A small town girl from the smoky mountains of East Tennessee, Dolly was one of twelve children born in a home no bigger than a shack. A real rags to riches story, Chanty explains how Dolly discovered God, Music and Sex (not necessarily in those orders) and in turn discovered and became the best Dolly she could be.

A story of faith, believing in yourself and dreaming big, this is a fun an inspirational episode that might have you saying “I didn’t know that!” We also cover Dolly’s longtime marriage to Carl Thomas Dean, a handsome young man she met after moving to Nashville. The couple have been married for over 50 years and are still going strong. What makes this marriage everlasting? You’ll have to listen to find out!

This month, Dolly will be honoured as the Person of the Year by MusicCares for her humanitarian work. She also celebrated a birthday last month, so Happy 73rd Birthday Dolly Parton!

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Jenny Boyd has led an incredible life. In the 60’s she found herself immersed in the world of Rock n Roll. Jenny was a model, a Muse, a sister to Pattie Boyd , sister is law to George Harrison and later Eric Clapton and wife to Mick Fleetwood and Ian Wallace.

In her 30s she embarked on a new adventure, earning a PhD in Humanities. From there she authored a book, It’s Not Only Rock’n’Roll, in which 75 of the world’s most iconic musicians reveal their thoughts on creating music. She has probed the minds of legends such as Eric Clapton, Don Henley, Joni Mitchell, George Harrison, Ravi Shankar and many more; delving into the drive to create; the importance of nurturing creativity; the role of unconscious influences and the effects of chemicals and drugs on the creative process.

Jenny has also worked in the addiction field, founding Spring Workshops which brought therapists from the US to the UK to facilitate workshops.

It was an absolute pleasure to talk to Jenny about her life and career and our mutual fascination with the creative process.

Make sure to check out Jenny’s website for more information!

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Happy 2019 everyone! We thought we’d start the new year with something a little different. Instead of taking you on a rock n roll journey we are diving into some sweet jazz with the story of Helen and Lee Morgan - Blue Note Records

Everyone who knew Helen loved her. Her place was a mecca for musicians and artists alike who needed a good meal and some TLC. When Lee, an extremely talented trumpeter who was very much down on his luck arrived on her doorstep Helen knew she had to help him get back on his feet. With her love and devotion Lee did just that. But a fairy tale ending wasn’t in their future.

Make sure to check out the essay by Larry Reni Thomas as well as the fantastic documentary I Called Him Morgan for more on their story!

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“We would not be listening to Tom Petty on the radio had it not been for you Jon Scott”

– Mark Felsot Sirius/XM Host and ProducerTom Petty Radio Channel 31

It’s our last episode of 2018! And what a way to end they year. In today’s episode, we speak to Jon Scott, author of Tom Petty and Me: My Rock ‘n’ Roll Adventures with Tom Petty.

When Chanty received the e-mail about interviewing Jon, she couldn’t believe her good fortune. Being one of the biggest Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers fans out there, this is a dream interview. To speak with someone who played such a vital role in getting the Heartbreaker’s music out the public was special- but Jon Scott- is special.

Jon was born in Memphis, Tennessee, and was inspired to become a DJ because of his mothers’ love of music and requesting songs on the radio. From there, he went to work for RCA as a promo man. A promo person really does it all. When he moved to ABC records, he met Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers and so began a 40 year long friendship.

Jon tells recalls stories that are in the book (make sure you pick up a copy) and also tells the girls things that are not- so this is an episode not to be missed. Jon was so integral to Tom’s career, that Tom did a very rare thing- giving him a shout out at his last concert at the Hollywood Bowl. Jon Scott is the real deal.

Enjoy the show!

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When hearing the story of Lux Interior and Poison Ivy! Rorschach one thing is abundantly clear – these two we’re destined to be with one another. While both were attending Sacramento State in the early 70’s it was a chance encounter off campus that led to their introduction. As Ivy said “I was a teenage hitchhiker and he gave me a ride. He’s been giving me a ride ever since.”

Within a fortnight the pair had shacked up and their equal passion for rock n roll became their life. Discovering old 50’s rockabilly sounds that seemed to be long forgotten, the pair knew it was their mission to bring back the gritty side of rock n roll. They packed up, moved to NYC and formed a band, The Cramps.

While managers, labels and bandmates would come and go, Lux and Ivy’s passion and determination were relentless. Ivy would act as manager, muse AND lead guitarist for the majority of the bands 30+ year career. They would perform over a thousand live shows, tour around the world and release 8 studio albums, their career only ending due to an unexpected death.

For those wanting to learn even more check out the FANTASTIC book Journey to the Center of The Cramps by Dick Porter for more fun stories and facts on not only The Cramps fanpage but those who both played with and influenced them.

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 This episode is for anyone who is truly curious about what it was like to live beside the KING- Elvis Presley. In her amazing memoir, Linda Thompson writes: “ as the adage goes, you don’t[...]

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Today we present you with our long awaited, highly anticipated interview with Pamela Des Barres A woman who really needs no introduction- but we’ll give you one anyway. This woman is a legend. She is the author of 5 books, and maybe you’ve heard of her work? I’m with the Band: Confessions of a Groupie? This woman is such a rock star in her on right that when we were out vintage shopping with her today, she was recognized and called out as royalty. And she really is that- rock royalty.

Pamela first got her start back in the 60s as she was mentored by Frank Zappa, she was in the all girls experimental band the GTOs. She is a best selling author and now writes for Please Kill Me. Pamela is one of the rare few that has been there and done that with biggest rock gods of our time. We’re talking Jimmy Page, Mick Jagger, Keith Moon, Jim Morrison and the list goes on.

But beyond her sexy fun filled life and adventures, Pamela is a shining, guiding light in the world. She facilitates writing workshops all over the US, Canada and England, bringing women and people together to unleash their inner muse and tap in to their own creativity. These workshops forge life long friendships, and anyone who has been to one can attest to their life changing quality.

Check out Miss P’s site pameladesbarres.com for details on upcoming writing workshops (theres ones in Portland and Vegas this December!), her incredible Rock Tours in LA (next one is December 2nd!) and stay tuned for details on the huge doll convention she is organizing this April in Las Vegas!

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What a squealing pleasure it is when we get to interview a band that we have loved for YEARS! We sat down with Mother Mother the evening before the release of their new album

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When we read Dorothy Carvello‘s memoir Anything for a Hit: An A&R Woman’s Story of Surviving the Music Industry we were blown away. Dorothy had a life-long dream of working in the music industry and when the opportunity arose to work for Atlantic Records President Ahmet Ertegün, Dorothy jumped at the chance. Almost immediately she would discover this was no regular workplace. As Dorothy put it “If personnel had actually enforced the rules, everyone in the building would have been fired by lunch.”

With Dorothy’s dream job came amazing highs and very low lows. Sexual harassment and rampant drug use were all common daily occurrences and Dorothy battled constant misogyny with every step. Nevertheless she excelled, working her way up from Ahmet’s secretary to Atlantic Records first female A&R Executive. Dorothy loved going to live shows and the thrill of discovering and nurturing untapped talent but the constant abuse, both mental and physical from her male co-workers certainly took it’s toll.

Dorothy would fight back and to this day continues to do so. We recently had a riveting conversation with Dorothy about how she pushed past the societal expectations she was raised with and how she built her career in the music industry. We also discussed her very unique friendship with Ahmet and couldn’t help but ask about the beautiful man named Michael Hutchence who was a shining example of what a man could be among the toxic masculinity. We talk about how we need to continue to push forward with #TimesUp and #MeToo because the battle isn’t over but thankfully there are women like Dorothy who are putting these stories forward and fighting back. Everyone needs to pick up a copy of this book immediately!

You can find Dorothy on Twitter @dorothycarvello and Instagram @dcarvello and her memoir where ever books are sold.

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Today’s guest is Kristin Casey, author of the book Rock Monster: My Life with Joe Walsh as well as a surrogate partner and intimacy coach. Yep, we said Joe Walsh, a wildly (emphasis on wildly) talented musician and songwriter in his own right as well as a member of Eagles and Ringo Starr and his All Starr Band, just to name a few.

We spoke with Kristin about her serious long term relationship with Joe Walsh, but as is the muses tradition, we get into so much more with our muse du jour.

We talk about the spiritual connection between the Muse and Musician, our mutual love of Miss P- Pamela Des Barres, understanding the male psyche, objectification that’s consensual and the importance of nurturing female sexuality.

We also get into what it was like to spend quality time with a Beatles, her crazy bond with Levon Helm, the writing process of her book and her journey into the profession of surrogate partner and intimacy coach.

We had so much fun with Kristin and definitely believe that she is one of soul sisters. We hope that you get just as much out of this as we did. Enjoy the show.

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 We recently had the pleasure of speaking with the incredible Bobbie Jean Brown about her life and career! Bobbie first became a household name as a contestant on Star Search. Winning a record breaking[...]

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  Jacob Cade is a 19 year old musician from El Paso Texas who now lives in Colorado. Chanty had the pleasure of chatting with him at the Nashville Rock n Pod Expo. He showed[...]

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In August we had the great pleasure of heading down to Memphis and doing a tour of The Legendary Sun Studio. With Elvis acting as our guardian angel, that tour turned into a late night, after hours recording session with Daniel Hall and Ples Hampton.

Daniel and Ples were the most amazing hosts AND guests, making us feel welcome and sharing their insight and knowledge on Sun Records history, amazing women such as Marion Keisker and Barbara Pitman who greatly contributed to Sun Studios past and about the first all female radio station Sam Phillips created in the 1950’s.

They also share some personal stories about what it’s like to work at Sun Studio, the magic of recording there and recommend some great local emerging artists. You’ll also get to hear the story of how our podcast Muses and Stuff was born!

After the miss were off the fun kept going, the magic continued and you’ll be able to see some of the adventure when we release our travel video!

You may have recently seen Sun Studio in the news thanks to a visit by Mick Jagger and Jerry Lee Lewis. After all these years the place is still a hub for amazing talents and legendary recordings. Revisiting this was an absolute delight and certainly a night we will never forget. Thanks to Daniel and Ples for inviting us to record and for all your great stories! We look forward to our next chat.

You can check out Daniel’s music here:https://soundcloud.com/crockett-hall/tracks & keep with with Sun Studio on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram.

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Axl Rose and his band Guns N' Roses may have been a well known name on Sunset Strip but the band had yet to cut a full length record when he met model Erin Everly. The two became inseparable however right from the start friends could see it wasn’t the healthiest relationship. Their time together would inspire many of Guns n Roses most well known songs, but the volatile nature of their relationship would overcome any good that was there.

After their split Axl would meet another model, Stephanie Seymour and repeat past behaviours. Stephanie would also serve as a muse, starring in two of GNR’s most famous videos, “November Rain” and “Don’t Cry”, but their time together would be short lived and lead to an onslaught on court battles for Rose.

Then there’s the Rocket Queen(s). Barbie Von Grief was a wild child who would inspire the entire band early in their career. Her continual support as a friend would encourage them to chase their dreams no matter how tough times got. She co-wrote a song that would later only be dedicated to her – Rocket Queen- but it was another woman, Adriana Smith, who would be featured in the song in quite a unique way. Listen to learn more!

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Attention all music lovers! Canadian Jazz Legend Molly Johnson has been hard at work with her incredible team to make this years Kensington Jazz Festival the best one yet. Going into their third year this[...]

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 Britta Lee Shain is a musician, activist and author of the book Seeing the Real You At Last: Life and Love on the Road with Bob Dylan. We loved her book and after talking[...]

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Grace Slick always knew she wasn’t meant for a more “conventional” lifestyle, but it wasn’t until she began seeing live music and started her own band that she finally felt she’d found her destiny. When her bandmates in The Great Society decided to find their own path, Grace was asked to join her friends in the already popular Jefferson Airplane (& later Jefferson Starship).

Grace was well known for her outspoken and badass ways onstage, and audiences loved them. Their music filled the airwaves from the ’60’s – ’80’s (and then some!) and their presence at 3 of the biggest and most notorious music festivals (Monterey International Pop Festival, Woodstock and Altamont) solidified their place in music history. It was a wild ride and Grace embraced all that the 60’s has come to be known for, free love (wait until you hear her Jim Morrison story!), drugs and a whole lotta rock n roll! Tune in to hear Grace’s rock n roll journey!

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  This week we have the pleasure of talking with Alice Carbone Tench. Alice is an author, blogger, mother, amateur cook and a rock-wife! We’ve been a fan of Alice from the day we[...]

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When Cynthia first met John Lennon he was an 18 year old teddy boy more interested in being class clown and playing his guitar then focusing on school work. Both students at the Liverpool College of Art, Cynthia soon found herself looking forward to seeing him, laughing at John’s sharp wit and swooning when he’d play a tune or two after classes. It wasn’t long before they became a couple, but right from the start Cynthia realized life with John would never be simple. “He wanted me with him for as much of the time as possible which meant that very early in our relationship I had to choose between him and my other needs and responsibilities.”

Cynthia chose to put John first even with all that meant. Within 5 years they would marry, Julian would be born and Beatlemania would become a worldwide phenomenon. While fame and fortune opened many doors it also came with a significant price. Fans of The Beatles were now camping outside their home, the press followed them everywhere they went and the loneliness of having John away most of the year was difficult for Cynthia. Even when they were together, attending swanky events and partying with all the hottest celebrities Cynthia could never shake the feeling that she didn’t belong.

When John discovered psychedelic drugs, Cynthia began to feel an even greater distance growing between them. Cynthia also had increasing suspicions about John’s fidelity, especially after catching him lying about his relationship with an artist named Yoko Ono. John would continually deny he had any sort of contact with her, so you can imagine Cynthia’s shock upon returning home one day to find them lounging in bathrobes together. “I could feel a wall around them that I could not penetrate. In my worst nightmares about Yoko I had not imagined anything like this. Their intimacy had been so powerful I had felt like a stranger in my own house.”

Tune in to hear Cynthia’s story and make sure to check out her memoir, John.

For more Beatle Muses check out our episodes on Yoko Ono, Chris O'Dell & Astrid Kirchherr!

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Last July we celebrated the dazzling Jo Wood by reading her 2012 memoir It’s Only Rock n Roll: Thirty Years Married to a Rolling Stone and by sharing her story. This July we got to chat with the woman herself and are over the moon to share our interview with her!!

In this episode we talk about Jo’s teen years in the model the modelling industry, her hilarious introduction to The Rolling Stones and Ron Wood as well as some of her favourite memories of life on the road with the boys.

We also talk about Jo’s passion for organics and how she turned a negative diagnosis not only into a positive life plan but also a full blown business! Jo shares some tips on how you too can build toward the goal of sustainable living.

Be sure to check out her amazing instagram account for some delicious meal goals @jowoodorganics !

Jo Wood Official also talks about her passion for adventure, sharing with us some of her favourite travel stories and talks about a recent adventure involving Bear Grylls! All this and more, so what are you waiting for!

You can find Jo’s memoir on Amazon & where ever books are sold and make sure to check out both her instagram accounts @jowoodorganics & @heyjo_rocknroll!!

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 It’s true what they say, he really is the nicest guy in the biz. This week, Chanty and Lynx interview Rock & Roll sweetheart and medicine man, Sam Roberts. Speaking of backstage movers and[...]

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  Lynx is back from London and she has some tales! She tells Chanty about her whirlwind adventure in England which includes going to a Rolling Stones concert and meeting a 70 year old Pearl[...]

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 This is the story of Pete Doherty told from the perspective of his mother Jacqueline. Why would a mother write a book called Pete Doherty: My Prodigal Son with the subtitle Every mother’s Nightmare…[...]

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When Astrid Kirchherr and her friend Klaus Voormann came across The Beatles playing deep within Hamburgs red light district they were gobsmacked – rock n roll simply did not exist in Germany in 1960. Soon they began attending shows every night and Astrid, a gifted photographer, got the idea to shoot the band. With Klaus’ help translating, soon The Beatles were their fast friends and subjects of Astrid’s latest photo sessions- their first official publicity photos.

While she connected with all of them, none so much as as the mysterious heartthrob of the group, Stuart Sutcliffe. Wait a minute! There’s no Stuart in The Beatles! Well, in their inception there was, and in no time they were inseparable. Like Astrid, Stuart’s talents lie in his art and together their work flourished. Astrid was his muse, but also highly influential in The Beatles early career. In this episode you’ll hear both Stuart and Astrid’s story, along with The Beatles pre-world domination.

You can find Astrid’s incredible work here: http://www.artnet.com/artists/astrid-kirchherr/ & Stuart’s at Stuart Sutcliffe Art and Paintings – The Official Estate

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 “There’s more to say about women than victimization. What about empowerment? What about how we’re changing the world?” Lorraine D’Alessio is a US attorney and the Founder and CEO of D’Alessio Law Group in[...]

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She was the world’s “first lady of country music” and it’s time that she tells her story. Today Chanty presents you the life of Vivian Cash.

“The truth is, I have only recently begun to feel the grace and reconciliation of making sense of what happened to our marriage. And now, with Johnny’s blessing, I would finally have what I longed to have for so many years in his shadow: a voice of my own to tell the world the truth”. 

First, Chanty talks about a few podcasts she’s listening to right now including The Blume Saloon whose killer tunes actually inspired the girls this week to add in a little music. You might be shocked at how many Blume Saloon episodes she has binged in the last few weeks. We also discuss the new podcast Single AF hosted by Sharise Lee Ann Neil and Donna D'Errico. If those names sound familiar, it could be because you know them from the TV show “Ex wives of Rock”. They talk about dating in 2018… and it’s hilarious.

If you don’t already know much about Vivian Cash, you may have gotten some information from her portrayal in the 2005 movie Walk the Line. You may recall that she was not painted in a positive light whatsoever, but rather as the unsupportive, nagging wife serving only as a foil for June. This could not have been farther from the truth. We discuss her memoir “I Walked The Line: My Life with Johnny” where she finally gets to share her side of the story. With Johnny’s blessing and encouragement, Viv wrote her memoir which includes the time she met Johnny Cash, their marriage, their divorce and all of the letters Johnny to wrote her when he was stationed in Germany. She was emotionally, physically and spiritually destroyed throughout Johnny’s battle with drugs, alcohol and infidelity but found reconciliation, forgiveness, and finally peace throughout her life and writing process.

We talk about their beautiful story of young love, and hope that we did Vivian justice in spreading the message of her legacy. She was a devoted wife, mother and Christian who loved animals and her community. We think you’re going to really like this one! We also chat ELVIS PRESLEY Roy Orbison Jerry Lee Lewis and of course, June Carter Cash

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Chanty and Lynx chat with the one and only Bif Naked! Getting to sit down with Canada’s Queen of Punk was such an immense pleasure! Bif has been kicking ass and breaking barriers for over[...]

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By a beautiful trick of fate, Chanty and Megan were sitting beside each other at a Canadian Music Week panel and it was love at first sight! It is our pleasure to introduce you to singer/[...]

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While you may have not heard of WARM yet, we have a feeling it will soon be on the lips of music lovers and artists alike. An acronym for World Airplay Radio Monitor, WARM (currently)[...]

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This week Lynx presents the story of Edie Sedgwick!

We love bringing you interviews but we are SO HAPPY to get back to storytelling!

“She was a catalyst. By being in contact with her, the edges were sharper. An evening with Edie would only end when Edie had got to the point of exhaustion, which would be at the end of 2 or 3 days. There’s that old Yogi axiom: the higher you go, the further you fall. We all know that. She liked walking very close to extinction, always.”

Adored by all those around, her Edie got her first real taste of freedom and fame when she left the oppressive home environment with her father at the helm. Within a year she had conquered the Harvard/Cambridge scene and set her sights for something bigger, New York City. Word travels fast and within a couple months Edie was Manhattan’s new “It Girl” with people like Bob Dylan, Bob Neuwirth and Lester Persky knocking on her door. In March of 1965 Edie was introduced to Andy Warhol who knew a star when he saw one and together they became a sensation. In a mere 6 months Edie had starred in multiple Warhol productions, traveled to Europe with him to promote their films and was being mobbed at art galleries by adoring fans. The press had dubbed her “Girl of the Year” and there seemed to be no limit to the possibilities that lie ahead. But Edie’s mind was elsewhere, mourning the deaths of two of her brothers and forever in fear of her father putting her away again. Edie lived like everyday would be her last with mass excess in every aspect.

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  This week’s episode is very special because we introduce you to Electrified Porcupine! If that name sounds familiar, it’s because you hear it at the beginning of all of our episodes. Electrified Porcupine brings[...]

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If you listened to our episode about Ann Moses and her outta sight memoir Meow! My Groovy Life with Tiger Beats Idols, you’ll know she was a fabulous trailblazer with so many interesting stories there was simply too many to cover! We were super excited to get the opportunity to talk to Ann ourselves and had such a fabulous time talking with her!

In this interview we talk about Ann’s writing process, her journey from journalist to interviewee (it involves Millennials and Google!), fame in the 60’s vs fame in the age of the internet and some of the teen idols we weren’t able to cover in her episode such as David Cassidy and Bobby Sherman.

We also talk about the everlasting love of The Monkees fans, having dinner with Harry Nilsson and Eric Clapton, seeing amazing artists such as James Brown and Ike & Tina Turner in their prime and, oh yeah! THAT TIME SHE SHARED A KISS WITH ELVIS PRESLEY!

We couldn’t be more delighted to share this interview and cannot wait to chat with Ann again. Be sure to keep your ears open for a special announcement at the end!

You can purchase Ann’s book on Amazon and be sure to check out her far out Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/annmoses/ as well as her

website http://annmoses.com for more groovy stories and news!

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It’s PART TWO of our collaboration with TRAMPS LIKE US and Lee McCormack. This week we talk about the enduring musical partnership and marriage of Patti Scialfa and Bruce Springsteen.

This is a spotlight on the First Lady of E Street! We discuss Patti’s childhood, her solo career, how she came to meet Bruce and become a part of the band and OF COURSE- her influence on Bruce musically and personally!

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This week Muses and Stuff teams up with the podcast TRAMPS LIKE US with Lee McCormack. In part 1 of this 2 part series Chanty, Lynx and Lee discuss Bruce’s upbringing and the women who made big impacts on his young life.

We take you back to when Bruce Springsteen was a boy- a shy, soft-hearted dreamer. In this episode, you’ll hear about his humble beginnings which include his relationship with his grandmother, mother and sisters as well as how his father affected his attitude and actions towards love. Using Bruce’s memoir and Lee’s steel trap mind and knowledge, we go over Bruce’s early relationships, girlfriends, one night stands and his marriage to Julianne Phillips.

Stay tuned for Part 2 where we talk about his enduring relationship and marriage with Patti Scialfa!

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We couldn’t be more excited to share this weeks interview with the beautiful, talently and supremely lovely Maureen Van Zandt!

Maureen has had quite an incredible life and it was such a joy to hear some of her stories! Her passion for dance and the theatre has been the center of her life since she was a young girl leading her to work both on and off Broadway. She has built an amazing career for herself, not just dancing and acting but developing her own theatre companies and producing the plays the matter to her most. In this episode, Maureen talks about some of the more memorable plays she’s participated in and her latest theatre company, Renegade Theatre, which she created with Soprano’s co-star and friend Vincent Pastore.

Maureen also shares with us her passion for music. When the British Invasion hit, so did Maureen’s love of rock n roll. When she wasn’t dancing, teenage Maureen could be found working at a record shop, going to concerts and hanging at all the hot spots where the coolest names in rock n roll visited. Maureen tells us some incredible stories from those early years, like taking a ride in James Brown’s Purple Caddy as well as visiting Electric Lady Studios where she listened to the Jimi Hendrix Experience lay down some tracks!

As if that weren’t Rock N Roll enough, wait until you hear about Maureen’s wedding to her husband of 36 years, Stevie Van Zandt! She tells us the story of how they met and all about what was no doubt the most rockin’ wedding party ever!

One of the MANY reasons we love the Van Zandt’s is for their outstanding philanthropy. Maureen tells us about some incredible programs such as Little Kids Rock, The Rock n Roll Forever Foundation and their incredible curriculum TeachRock which is not only now used in classrooms across America but can also be accessed online, all for free, over at teachrock.org. We discuss the importance of women supporting one another and the joy that can be found from teaching others.

Maureen is also a fellow podcaster! Learn about her new venture Generation Gap, how the idea came about and how much fun her and co-host Josh Accardo have talking all things pop culture!

Check out Maureens podcast at https://soundcloud.com/gengapnation as well as iTunes & follow them on twitter, https://twitter.com/GENGAPNATION

Make sure to also check out http://www.rockandrollforever.org, teachrock.org and www.littlekidsrock.org/,

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This week Lynx shares the story behind the unique friendship of two iconic artists, Patti Smith & Robert Mapplethorpe. After discovering the arts at a very young age Patti Smith dreamed of not only becoming an artist herself but to find a partner to share inspiration with. At age 20, on her first day as a New Yorker she found just that. Patti and Robert Mapplethorpe immediately hit it off and were soon living together, working side by side. Patti and Robert were your typical young, starving artists, creating nonstop and earning just enough to scrape by. Money may have been sparse but they had all they needed in each other. “One cannot imagine the mutual happiness we felt when we sat and drew together. We would get lost for hours.” Together they made a vow to never leave the other until both felt ready to stand on their own.

Over time their relationship would begin to shift, but their bond remained strong. Robert began to explore his interest in men and while that initially came as a shock to Patti she always supported him through that journey. “His drives toward men were consuming but I never felt loved any less. We kept our vow, neither would leave the other. I never saw him through the lens of his sexuality. My picture of him remained intact. He was the artist of my life.” Patti also began to date others and had memorable relationships with fellow writers Jim Carroll and Sam Shepard.

In those early years when Patti and Robert weren’t busy working in their tiny apartment at the legendary Hotel Chelsea one could find them downstairs at the El Quixote or in the back room of Max's Kansas City, mingling with fellow artists like Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin, Bob Neuwirth, Todd Rundgren and the Andy Warhol Crowd. Neither had yet found the medium they would become most known for, but each seemed to be able to sense where the other belonged with Patti constantly encouraging Robert to pick up a camera and take photos and Robert trying his hardest to get Patti to perform her poetry onstage. They never gave up on their art or each other and soon each began to find success. Robert finally did pick up that camera and started getting shows at galleries while Patti began to perform at poetry readings with Lenny Kaye on guitar beside her. Not only did that lead to Patti getting her poetry published, she also realized the stage is where she belonged and officially formed a band. Each came into their own and succeeded in their vow.

The night before Robert passed away Patti made one last vow. “I told him I would continue our work, our collaboration, for as long as I lived. Will you write our story? Do you want me to? You have to, he said, no one but you can write it. I will do it I promised.” In 2010 Patti fulfilled that promise and Just Kids was published. It is an incredibly touching, beautifully written love letter to Robert and their time together. Be sure you check it out to learn even more about Patti and Robert.

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 This week Chanty presents the story of Rita Rae Roxx based on her book Once Upon a Rock Star: Backstage Passes in the Heavy Metal Eighties – Big Hair, Bad Boys (and One Bad[...]

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Today Lynx and Chanty introduce you to Sami Harris- an LA doll who they met through the Queen- Pamela Des Barres! Sami Harris is 20 year old writer, social media influencer, music journalist and yogi[...]

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This week Lynx tells Chanty all about the delightful Ann Moses! When Ann scored herself a job at Tiger Beat Magazine she, like it’s readers, was just a teen herself. Within a few short years she would go from a part time editorial assistant to editor in chief of the ever growing tween magazine. If you’re picturing her stuck at some desk… think again. Ann spent the majority of her time outside the office. You may have found her traveling on tour buses with Tiger Beat faves like Paul Revere & The Raiders , Dino, Desi & Billy and Standells, or hanging out on tv and film sets like Where the Action Is, The Monkees and The Flying Nun. Ann would also have the opportunity to see groups like The Mamas & The Papas, Jefferson Airplane and The Bee Gees in the recording studio and could always be found backstage or in the front row for concerts such as The Rolling Stones, The Who, and The Monterey Pop Festival.

Ann worked hard to create personal pieces she knew the readers would love and had a blast doing so. She had exclusive onset access to The Monkees and spent hours with the boys for material for her monthly Monkee column (You’ll have to tune in to hear what she thought about the boys!). As she says in her memoir “It rarely occurred to me back then, that I was living the dreams of the girls I was writing for: Hanging out with cute teen idol rock stars until the wee hours, having the very kind of chaste fun I was forced to write about. Well, mostly chaste”. When Ann met Maurice Gibb from the Bee Gees sparks flew and she soon found herself staying at the Gibb residence in England. There, the pair began to fall in love, though not everyone was happy about that (we’re looking at you Lulu!).

While Ann managed to keep her own inner fangirl in check while working she was not always immune. When she got chosen to be one of the lucky few to sit at ELVIS PRESLEY’s feet during his comeback tv special she was ecstatic & even more so when she watched and discovered her face superimposed over his when he sang “Can’t Help Falling in Love”. The King never did personal interviews, but that didn’t stop Ann from getting onset of one of his films and meeting the man himself!

Ann’s fantastic memoir Meow! My Groovy Life with Tiger Beats Teen Idols is filled with so many incredible stories there was just too many to fit into one episode! There is plenty more where this came from and you can purchase it where ever books are sold. Be sure to also check out her website http://annmoses.com/ for more groovy stories that didn’t make it into her book!

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Avery Florence is a Toronto based artist. Avery’s EP January which was recorded live off the floor was released earlier this year and it is SO GOOD. When Avery walked in to record, Lynx and[...]

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This week we take you all the way back to the 1960’s to a log cabin nestled in Laurel Canyon. Chanty tells Lynx the story of Pauline Butcher, Frank Zappa’s secretary. This episode is based on her book: FREAK OUT! My life with Frank Zappa.

So how did a secretary from England come to know, befriend and even live with Frank Zappa, his wife Gail and all of the “freaks” in Laurel Canyon? Who is Suzy Creamcheese? What was it like living in a log cabin where anyone including Mick Jagger, Marianne Faithfull , Captain Beefheart, Graham Nash or Joni Mitchell might walk through the door on any given day?

To our squealing delight, we learn that Pauline became close with our beloved GTOs (The Girls Together Outrageously), documenting their formation, beginning and wacky time together. We remind our listeners where the word “Groupie” came from and go back to a time when Hollywood was a trusting community and you just never knew who might stop by or what might happen.

Other notable characters we chat about this week is (of course) our amazing Pamela Des Barres (the most “professional” of the girls), Cynthia Plaster Caster, Miss Mercy, Christine (the Zappa’s babysitter), Tiny Tim and like always- it seems-Eric Clapton. Take a break from the cold February winter and join us in warm Laurel Canyon, it sure is a trip!

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This week Lynx takes you Greenwich Village in the 1960’s where poetry, politics and folk music take center stage. As a “red diaper baby” with 2 Communist parents, political activism was built into Suze’s DNA. As a young teenager Suze Rotolo began hanging out in Greenwich Village with other like-minded friends and was soon a fixture at clubs such as Gerdes Folk City, The Gaslight, Kettle of Fish and The Bitter End. Places that launched the careers of many folk singers such as Dave Van Ronk, Judy Collins, Peter, Paul and Mary, ODETTA and of course Bob Dylan.

When remembering their first encounter, Bob said “I couldn’t take my eyes off her. She was the most erotic thing I’d ever seen. We started talking and my head started to spin. Cupids arrow had whistled past my ears before, but this time it hit me in the heart and the weight of it dragged me overboard.” Just like that Dylan met his first, and most important Muse. Bob had only recently moved to NYC from his small town in Minnesota and it was through Suze that he would not only discover many of the poets and writers that would greatly influence his work but also learn about the political issues he would soon be known for writing about.

But as Dylan began to make a name for himself Suze could feel hers being diminished. “All that was offered to a musicians girlfriend in the early 60’s was a role as her boyfriend’s “chick”, a string on his guitar. In the case of Bob’s rising fame, I would be gatekeeper, one step closer to an idol. People would want to know me just to get closer to him. My significance would be based on his greater significance. That idea did not entice.”

But Suze was much more than just a string on Dylan’s guitar. Or the girl walking down the street with him on the cover of A Freewheelin' Time.

In 2008 she published her fantastic memoir A Freewheelin’ Time: A Memoir of Greenwich Village in the Sixties. Tune in to hear all about her journey.

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 This week Chanty brings you the story of Carol Ann Harris and her 9 year relationship with Lindsey Buckingham. We dive deep into the inner circle that is the Fleetwood Mac family thank you[...]

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Life had never been easy for Jan but growing up listening to Marvin Gaye's sweet soulful voice on the record player came with daydreams of a promising future. So when the opportunity came to meet the man of her dreams there was no way Jan wasn’t going to seize the opportunity. She didn’t care that Marvin was still legally married or about their 17 year age difference and neither, it seems, did Marvin.

Before long the pair were inseparable and with Jan as his muse, Marvin began making the sexiest music of his career. But as their relationship progressed Jan was quickly learning that not only was Marvin tormented with deep-seated insecurities, he was also a man who believed that to create great art one must suffer. Thus began a wild roller-coaster of great highs and horrific lows that Jan found inescapable. Plagued with her own insecurities, the main one being the thought of losing the man she had so longed to be with, Jan began putting her own feelings to the side in order to please his. “I wanted to give him the children that he asked for. I wanted to let him have his flings, even if I had to bite my lip later and cry when he was away. I gave in when I probably shouldn’t have. I danced along that dangerous line of being accommodating but not giving in too much, and I was often left alone and hurting.”

Tune in to hear Lynx tell Chanty all about Jan and Marvin’s time together and make sure you pick up Jan’s incredible must-read memoir After the Dance.

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Today Chanty tells Lynx and listeners the story of BEN FONG- TORRES. We’ve been getting some requests to do another episode on a male Muse and/ or Groupie so listen up to see why we[...]

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Singer-Songwriter. Business Woman. Rock ’n’ Roll Icon. Feminist. Trailblazer. Wife & Mother. Put all that together (and then some!) and you have this weeks muse, the incredible Pat Benatar!

Growing up Pat dreamed of being part of a dynamic rock ’n’ roll duo. Jagger & Richards, Plant & Page, she may have had the vocal chops but to make it to Rocks greatest heights she knew she needed a phenomenal guitarist by her side. It was while working on her first album, In the Heat of the Night, that Pat was introduced to Neil (Spyder) Giraldo. In Pat’s words “From he moment he stepped into the room our lives changed- first musically and later romantically and spiritually. Without Neil my career would not have happened, because I am not responsible for it, we are responsible for it, all of it. We were each others Muse.” Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo

Together they worked hard to build a musical career that has spanned nearly 40 years and through it all Pat fought hard on the front lines battling sexism in an industry that had not yet seen a woman climb to such rock ’n’ roll heights. Tune in to her the details of her journey and make sure to read her 2010 memoir Between a Rock and a Heart Place. We thank Pat for all the bitchin’ tunes and for making it a little easier for us girls trying to pave our own path in this rock ’n’ roll world!

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 This week we bring you the story of Ginger Gilmour. She is an artist, a philanthropist, a colour therapy healer, a light worker, a mother to 4 children and the long time wife of[...]

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Last night Chanty and Lynx had the pleasure of speaking with Chris and Paul from The Flatliners before their sold out show at the Opera House in Toronto. These guys are celebrating the 10th anniversary[...]

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Mary Forsberg was only 16 years old when she first met Scott Weiland. Seven years her senior, Scott had been hired to chauffeur Mary around to her modelling gigs. While their attraction was immediate, their careers were taking them in different directions. As Mary was jet-setting from Milan to Tokyo to Paris for exciting fashion shoots, Scott and his band, Stone Temple Pilots were beginning to dominate the airwaves. But great success doesn’t automatically equal great happiness. Both Scott and Mary were trying to find ways to deal with their depression and mental health issues. By the time their paths collided and they became a couple they each were also fighting with addiction. In no time at all they found themselves living in a rock n roll cliche. As Scott said, “It’s Bonnie & Clyde, rock n roll, hell on wheels. We know were gonna crash, but we keep on going. But what goes up has to come down, and it does. Hard.”

For Mary, “The days run together, the drugs run together & the rehabs run together too.” But with motherhood came another reason to keep fighting the battle. While Mary focused on the children Scott would continue the never ending cycle of addiction for the rest of his life. Not wanting to give up on her soulmate, Mary often paid the price of her own mental stability to try and keep their family together. They officially divorced in 2007 after 7 years of marriage.

When Scott passed away in 2015 Mary and their children wrote a piece for Rolling Stone saying “Let’s choose to make this the first time we don’t glorify this tragedy with talk of rock and roll and the demons that, by the way, don’t have to come with it.”

We highly recommend reading Mary’s book, Fall to Pieces: A Memoir of Drugs, Rock ‘n’ Roll, and Mental Illness. She goes into great detail about her experiences with addiction, her journeys through detox & rehabilitation as well as her struggles with mental illness. It was incredibly informative and relatable for anyone who has struggled through these things. Scott also wrote a memoir called Not Dead & Not For Sale. For those who are interested in his music, Scott goes over all his most personal songs, his time in Velvet.Revolver, and his passion for Mary. “I know that my songs are hopelessly entangled with my obsession with Mary. I see my passion for her as a force that never stops. I’m forever chasing her.”

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 This week we bring you the story of the beautiful! the talented! the powerhouse of a woman that is LINDA RONSRADT. Chanty read Linda’s book Simple Dreams: A Musical Memoir a few years back[...]

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  This week Chanty and Lynx do an interview with two Canadian bands making incredible strides in the music scene. Alex Vissia and her band VISSIA are on tour right now all the way[...]

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This week we bring you the love story of Pamela Courson and Jim Morrison! While the stories of how they met may differ, one thing was clear from the very beginning – Jim and Pam were meant to be. Jim was only beginning to move into music then, his band The Doors working hard to build a career. Pamela was with him every step of the way not only supporting his dreams but becoming muse for both his lyrics and poetry. They became a famous duo among the Laurel Canyon crowd, living in “the house on Love Street”. While they were famous for being great lovers they were also famous for their constant fights and Jim’s out of control alcohol use. As Pamela once said, “There were a lot of people who pretended to be close to Jim, but I was the only one who had the nerve to stand up to him.” They may both have had a dark side, but their love for one another was pure. Pamela was one of the very few people Jim trusted to bare his true self to and they both knew no matter how many fights, or flings the pair may have had, they would always have each other.

As The Doors rose to great success so did Jim’s alcoholism, leading to tensions within the band as well as numerous arrests and court cases. By 1971, Jim & Pamela knew in order to regain control of their lives, they had to get away from the chaos surrounding them. They decided to move to Paris, even though they both didn’t speak a word of French. They had each other after all, and that’s all they needed. Within 4 months Pamela would awake to find Jim had passed away in the night. A piece of Pamela died that night as well, though she stuck around long enough to fight the legal battles to ensure Jim legacy and wishes not be forgotten. They would both be deceased by age 27, though their love story has filled our airwaves and libraries ever since. As Ray Manzarek said “Pamela and Jim are going to go down in the history books as great lovers and people are going to be writing plays about them. It’s Romeo & Juliet, it’s Heloise & Abelard, it’s Jim & Pam.”

There have been many books written about Jim which discuss Pamela, and there are many conflicting stories about their lives together. I had read many of these before but it wasn’t until reading Patricia Butler’s book Angels Dance & Angels Die that I felt Pamela got a fair representation. This book is the main base for this episode and an absolute must read! Please go check it out!

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This week we bring you the story of Britta Lee Shain! Britta wrote an incredible memoir called “Seeing the Real You At Last: Life and Love on the Road with Bob Dylan“. Britta’s book is[...]

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This week is all about Kathy Etchingham!

Packing her bags and leaving her troubled childhood behind her at only 16, Kathy moved to London in search of the fun, glamourous lifestyle she had always dreamed of. She immediately found herself immersed in the swinging rock ‘n’ roll nightlife, having fun flirtations, memorable interactions and lasting friendships with musicians such as Keith Moon, BRIAN JONES, John Lennon & many more. When she met Jimi Hendrix on his first night in England the pair immediately fell for one another and began a 3 year relationship. Together they were each other’s constants, creating the home they both longed for as children. “Kathy is my past girlfriend, my present girl friend and probably my future girlfriend. My mother, my sister and all that bit. My Yoko Ono from Chester.” As Jimi’s career skyrocketed, touring became the norm and the pair grew apart, their relationship shifting from lovers to friends.

Jimi wouldn’t make it past 27, but Kathy was around to make sure his legacy would not be destroyed by vicious gossip and absurd myths. You’ll have to listen to hear the wild tale of how Kathy turned investigator and was instrumental in clearing up some of the false stories that plagued Jimi’s death.

In 1997 Kathy fought to have their old flat at 23 Brook Street receive a Blue Heritage Plaque and she worked hard with the Handel Trust to launch the Jimi Hendrix Museum in 2016. Visitors can now take a step back in time and walk through a recreation of their groovy pad.

Kathy wrote a wonderful book about her life titled Through Gypsy Eyes which you can purchase on her website http://www.kathyetchingham.com/ & you can plan a visit to the Hendrix museum at https://handelhendrix.org/

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Episode 50! It’s a heavy hitter… YOKO ONO! Recorded on the same day of John and Sean’s birthday, Chanty tells Lynx about some of the incredible life lived so far by Yoko Ono. We go[...]

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This week is a simulpodcast between Mira Manga of the Girls on Tour podcast and us, Muses and Stuff! Join us as we swap stories of our own touring experiences, discuss all the complications and[...]

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Chanty here. This week I speak about what it felt like to learn about the passing of Tom Petty. I’m processing and working through it the way I know how… being quiet and then talking[...]

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By the time Mayte Garcia was 16 she’d had her whole future planned out. Belly dancing professionally since she was just 3 years old, Mayte knew she belonged in Cairo where all the great belly dancers perform. But when her family decided to catch a Prince show while on vacation… all of that changed. Encouraged by her family, Mayte sought out the tour, with a video of her dancing in hand with the hopes that she could get it to Prince. She succeeded of course, which led to a deep friendship and a job with the man himself.

Lynx tells Chanty all about Mayte’s early years with Prince as well as when their friendship shifted into a bona vide relationship...

Listen to the newest episode to hear all about it!

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This week Chanty and Lynx return to tell you all about LORI LIGHTNING! Lori found herself on the Sunset Strip in the 1970’s “by accident”. A teen model and one of the youngest of the[...]

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This episode is for the woman who started it all, our Queen, PAMELA DES BARRES! Without her, this podcast would NOT exist. Pamela Ann Miller, from Reseda California was born on September 9th 1948. This[...]

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Welcome to Round 2 of Groupie Movies! This time around your dolls give you more films starring Muses, biopics about some legendary musicians and the women they loved and some super fun films centered around[...]

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"Elvis and Ginger" tells the story between Ginger Alden and Elvis Presley over the course of 9 months before his death. Ginger granted very little interviews over the years and has saved the intimate details of their relationship until this book. What was it like getting swept up into Elvis’ world? Listen in this week to find out as we finish off our 3 episode special based on this amazing book for Elvis Month!

Elvis and Ginger met in 1976 when Elvis was looking for a girlfriend and requested to meet Miss Tennessee who happened to be Ginger’s sister! When a phone call came in from Graceland requesting Terry’s presence at Graceland, the girls were a little bit concerned about the late hour and asked if all 3 sisters could go. From that moment on the Alden’s lives would change for every and the next 9 months would be an absolute whirlwind.

Ginger recounts Elvis’ sincere generosity, being loved by a difficult man whose goodness and giving spirit outweighed any faults as well as accounts of all the family, friends and staff who worked and stayed at Graceland. We clear up some misconceptions about Elvis’ life at this time (was he depressed?), what about those TV’s that he shot, the tantrums, the drugs? Ginger weighs in on what she saw and experienced and you might be surprised by what you learn (including the time Ginger’s FATHER met Elvis in the 50s, Elvis’ spirituality and alternative healing methods and hanging out with Roy Orbison!)

This is a truly beautiful story of love between a young woman who was chosen by the King to be his next wife, unfortunately Ginger would never be able to re-do the home together like they planned or have his next child. Sadly, he passed on August 16th, 1977 and Ginger (NOT his manager, Joe) was the one to find him.

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Episode 2 of our 3-parter is all about the only woman to ever marry The King, Priscilla Presley! Today- August 16th- marks the 40th year of Elvis’ passing and we’re talking about the women he[...]

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Welcome to our triple ELVIS PRESLEY special! This month your dolls Chanty & Lynx celebrate The King and the women he loved to honour the 40th anniversary of his passing. There’s even a bonus episode for those who have yet to listen as Chanty recorded one all about the incredible Tura Satana last year!

First on the bill is the fireball Ann-Margret. Originally from Sweden, Ann-Margret Olsson came to America at age 5 and almost immediately began training for a career onstage. Her love of music and dance led her from one talent show to another until she joined a band as a teen. It was on summer vacation from Northwestern when Ann-Margret’s life would change forever. Playing gigs around LA and Vegas, Ann-Margret’s undeniable talent was noticed and she was soon a part of comedy legend George Burns’ show.

From there Ann-Margret went onto films, getting her breakthrough role as groupie teen Kim McAfee in Bye Bye Birdie – a musical parody based on Elvis being drafted in the Army. For her next film the studios paired her with their leading male talent as the time… none other than Elvis himself. From the moment Viva Las Vegas went into rehearsals it was clear these two shared more then just raw sex appeal. The pair found themselves connecting deeper than they ever dreamed and began an intimate affair that would lead to a life-long bond.

As Ann-Margret states in her in her autobiography My Story, “I’ll never recover from Elvis’ death. He’s a part of me, of my happiness and my sorrow and that will never go away. I treasure the time we were together, and I feel lucky and fulfilled that we were able to sustain such a long loving and caring friendship. It’s rare to have such a friend as Elvis, rare to have such a soul mate.”

Ann-Margret has had many high points in her life including 2 Oscar nominations, 4 Golden Globe wins, countless sold-out tours and one of the longest lasting marriages in Hollywood (To 77 Sunset Strip actor Roger Smith), but she has also experienced her share of lows. Lynx tells Chanty all about Ann-Margret’s shady business managers, an accident that almost cost her everything as well as her battles with alcohol and substance abuse.

If you haven’t yet done so we highly recommend checking out Viva Las Vegas as well as early youtube videos of Ann-Margret performing, you’ll see right away why the press dubbed her “The Female Elvis”.

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The air changes when Sass Jordan walks into the room. This woman is electric. Sass and the Muses got on like a house on fire! Our energies were so in tune that our microphone cut[...]

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This week we bring you the incredible story of Viv Albertine which begins with the birth of punk rock in England.

As a fashion student at the Chelsea School of Art she began dating Mick Jones (who would shortly form his band The Clash) and made friends with Malcolm McLaren and Vivienne Westwood. When McLaren invited her out to see The Sex Pistols perform, Viv’s life would change forever. Dreaming of a music career since she was a child, she now saw in punk rock a bridge to her dream. Viv got a guitar and formed a band with her new best friend Sid Ritchie (you may know him as Sid Vicious) and began creating her own unique sound. When Sid left to join The Sex Pistols, Viv found her place in the kick ass all girl punk band The Slits. They would go on to record 2 albums and tour with punk icons such as The Buzzcocks, The Clash and Subway Sect.

Viv’s relationship with Mick didn’t last (nor did her fling with New York Doll Johnny Thunders) but made rock n roll history when it ended up as material in songs like The Slits’ Ping-Pong Affair and The Clash’s classic Train in Vain. After The Slits broke up, Viv focused her talents on film directing many music videos for a new channel called MTV as well as working in tv with the BBC.

She married and became a mother burying her musical side until Vincent Gallo came into her life. Their friendship was “like a secret door being opened again to a world I left a long time ago.” Their conversations reignited a spark in Viv and in 2009 she began performing again, this time as a solo artist. Viv recounts her punk rock journey in her incredible memoir "Clothes, Music, Boys" as well as her battle with cancer, her struggles trying to become a mother and her search for identity outside the roles of “wife” and “mother”.

The punk spirit lives on in Viv. In 2016 she “defaced” a male-focused punk exhibit at the British Library, taking a pen and adding in all the incredible female musicians who were at the forefront of punk. She also has a song called Confessions of a MILF!

You can find Viv Albertine on twitter @viv_albertine & Instagram @vivalbertine and we highly recommend picking up her memoirs.

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This week’s episode is all about Jenny Boyd. You may recognize the Boyd name as a popular one in rock and roll history, as she’s sisters with Pattie Boyd (married to George Harrison and Eric[...]

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Vanessa Heins is a Rock and Roll photographer but she’s not just someone who takes photos of bands. She’s a fan, a friend and a creative individual in her own right. She is a true[...]

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This week's episode: Jo Wood (It's Only Rock and Roll- 30 Years Married to a Rolling Stone) is now up on our website and iTunes!!

When Jo Wood Official met Rolling Stone guitarist Ronnie Wood at a party in 1977 she thought he was ridiculous and snubbed him. For Ronnie however it “was love at first sight, the absolute”. He set out to find her, redeemed himself after their hilarious first encounter (You gotta listen to find out why!) and in no time at all the pair were absolutely smitten. It wasn’t long after that Ronnie and Jo began their life together in sunny LA. The Stones were about to tour their latest album “Some Girls” and Jo, pregnant with their first child tagged along, the first of many tours to come. “I positioned myself half hidden behind an amp and the adrenalin rush was better than the hit of any drug”.

The pair would have 2 children, as well as each having a son from their previous spouses. On their 7 year anniversary Ronnie would pop the question and he and Jo were married in 1985. Throughout the 80’s and 90’s Jo took on the role of Ronnie’s tour PA, making her the only The Rolling Stones wife officially on the payroll.

In the early 90’s Jo would be diagnosed with a perforated appendix. Her battle through this painful period led her to what has become her life’s passion, organic & sustainable living. Jo changed her entire lifestyle, began growing her own organic food and creating wonderful beauty products for herself and friends until one day turning it into a business.

While Jo and Ronnie were passionately in love, Ronnie’s substance abuse and alcoholism would end up ruling their relationship. In 2008 sixty-one year old Ronnie met nineteen year old Katia Ivanova and began an affair. This was a devastating time for Jo, but she turned her pain into progress and began learning how to be on her own. “Now when I look back, the divorce is the best thing that ever happened to me. It made me the woman I am today. Im closer to my kids and I know I’m a better person. I’ve grown up, I’ve become independent, I can look after myself now.” As for her and Ronnie, the pair remain close and spend plenty of time together with their kids and 10 grandchildren!

In 2013 Jo published her fabulous memoirs, “It’s Only Rock n Roll: Thirty Years Married to a Rolling Stone”. The book is filled with fun, often crazy and always fascinating stories from her wild life as well as magnificent descriptions of tour life, something she obviously loved dearly.

You can check out Jo’s website at www.jowoodorganics.com and on twitter @jowoodofficial Jo Wood Organics

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“This book also tells us something that is ever present but rarely discussed. The role of women in the male often macho world of rock. Deborah Curtis is the woman who supported her husband but[...]

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The Dirty Nil is the kind of band that makes you remember why being a Groupie is the best thing in the world. In a time where there is seemingly barbed wire on backstage doors[...]

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The Dirty Nil is the kind of band that makes you remember why being a Groupie is the best thing in the world. In a time where there is seemingly barbed wire on backstage doors[...]

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This week Chanty and Lynx step back in time to give you the story behind dream lovers Bobby Darin and Sandra Dee. Joined by modern day crooner and friend Alex Bird, Lynx and Alex tell Chanty not only Sandra’s life story but Bobby’s as well.

Both Sandra and Bobby’s childhood experiences with illness and abuse would forever shape both of their careers and their relationship with one another. Meeting on set in Italy in 1960 it was (almost) love at first sight for Bobby and Sandra. By the end of the shoot the pair were engaged and would marry within 3 months of meeting. Within the year, Sandra would be pregnant with their son Dodd. While they truly loved each other, they both were struggling with issues stemming back from childhood.

Having given a life expectancy he’d already passed, Bobby was determined to become a legend before it was too late, pouring all of his energy into his career in both music and film. Sandra was more self destructive, having experienced sexual abuse since the age of 5 and being raised by an overbearing mother with strange ideas involving mealtimes; Sandra would rebel by limiting her food intake and self medicating with alcohol. While their personal issues would lead to their eventual divorce, they would remain very close until Bobby’s death at the age of 37 in 1973. Bobby’s death would hit Sandra hard and she would never again be with another man.

It wasn’t until the early 1990’s that Sandra would publicly discuss the traumas of her childhood and face her alcoholism and anorexia. In 1993 their son, along with Sandra’s help wrote ‘Dream Lovers: The Magnificent Shattered Lives of Bobby Darin & Sandra Dee’. Sandra received an outpouring of love and would spend her remaining years close with her son and 2 grandchildren.

Nowadays it’s rare to find a performer like Darin who can do it all which is one of the reasons our friend Alex Bird is so special. Like Darin, he’s a man of many talents. We want to thank Alex for joining us and for all of his insight.

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Denise began her career in music as a MUCH Music VJ in 1985 and by 1992 was named director of Music Programming before becoming VP and General manager in 1997. In the year 2000 Denise became the first female President of Sony Music Canada and remained there for 4 years. From 2008-2011 Denise was the Executive Director of CBC English Radio. She has devoted herself to numerous charitable initiatives, working with organizations such as War Child Canada, Music Counts and the Clinton Giustra Enterprise Partnership. She is a Feminist, a Humanist and a bad ass Social Activist. Denise also knows first hand that David Bowie always smelled like he had just gotten out of the shower. She has worked with and befriended many Canadian music LEGENDS such as Murray McLauchlan (who also happens to be her husband!), Leonard Cohen and Joni Mitchell.

We had the privilege of sitting down with Denise Freakin' Donlon at our Muses Headquarters where we got to pick that beautiful brain of hers. We ask such questions as: Is there a fine line between a Foolish and a Fearless Question? Why is it important to mix music and World Issues? and Which musicians today embody the Music + Meaning = Magic formula?

Chanty comes out of yet another closet, the girls are so enthralled by Denise that they forget to take a picture... and the girls bliss out about how they were taken to Jazz/Peace Heaven. Other amazing Canadian bands discussed this episode are The Jerry Cans / Pai Gaalaqautikkut, A Tribe Called Red, Tanya Tagaq and Les Hay Babies.

You can find Denise' incredible memoir: Fearless as Possible (Under the Circumstances) wherever books are sold!

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This week Chanty and Lynx throw together a fun list of actresses who have been muse to not only their directors, but to some famous musicians as well. Before getting into the muses, Chanty and[...]

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This week's episode is all about Chris O'Dell! She was a muse to George Harrison (he wrote a song about her called Miss O'Dell), Leon Russell (he wrote a song about her called Pisces Apple Lady) and she was the woman in the hall in a Joni Mitchell song. She's on the back cover of Exile on Main St., typed all of the lyrics to "All Things Must Pass" and it was somewhere in Dallas that she "started sleeping with Mick Jagger". She witnessed the love triangle between George, Pattie and Eric Clapton and got involved in a Beatles love triangle herself. She's a licensed professional counsellor and substance abuse counseller with degrees in Luck, Good Friends and Being in the right place at the right time!

It's a jam packed awesome episode! Oh won't you caaaaaaall us, Miss O'Dell!?

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Hello lovely listeners! T.O Webfest begins THIS Thursday May 25th at the CN Tower in Toronto! Since we’re nominated in the category of Achievement in Podcasting, we’ll be showcasing our Groupie goodness for all the[...]

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This week’s episode goes waaaaay back. Back to Backstreet’s Back, alright?! Chanty brings in her friend Henni to discuss the similarities and differences between their obsession and infatuation with the Backstreet Boys. Henni is originally[...]

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The girls are back for another episode- just the two of them talking about some amazing women. Whether you love her or love to hate her Courtney Love is undeniably one of rock n rolls[...]

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Fred Penner is a 3-time Juno Award winning singer-songwriter who just released his 13th Album which is called Hear the Music. Hear The Music features incredible Canadian talent including Ron Sexsmith, Alex Cuba, Basia Bulat, The Good[...]

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It’s a first for Brad and Dave of 54-40– their first podcast interview! Brad, Dave, Chanty and Lynx chat about their favourite podcasts, what radio stations they’re listening to and how social media has changed the[...]

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Night 1: Night one of CMW was a blast, MunziO and Zoobombs put on a great show at the Silver Dollar but it’s the women we encountered that gave us the biggest thrill. We met[...]

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Our guest this week is Kimberley Elyse, a podcaster, innovator and Australian beauty now living in Montreal. She is also Chanty’s “Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers” friend. This week Chanty, Lynx and Kim discuss the[...]

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On this mini episode of Muses and Stuff, Chanty and Lynx share some great news about being included in this year’s T.O. Webfest, next week’s Canadian Music Week agenda and share a story about the[...]

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This week is dedicated to our Fairy Godmother, the one who started it all, Pamela Des Barres. Lynx and Chanty are tickled to have an entire episode dedicated to the Queen of the Groupies, the[...]

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Lynx and Chanty have the pleasure of sitting down with Miki, a clairvoyant Medium who has been working as a Psychic since the age of 12. She is a highly sought after professional whose client[...]

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This week Chanty and Lynx balance out last week’s episode with The Girl in the Song! How did we pick just 10? We explain that, so give it a listen! The muses this week include[...]

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This week is all about the boys! Lynx and Chanty have rounded up 10 lesser known backstories to some of their favourite tunes that were inspired by the artists’ friends, family members, ex’s and fellow[...]

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Chanty and Kimmy were introduced by a mutual friend because a) They are both badass women who have bad ass podcasts and perhaps more importantly, b) THEY ARE BOTH TOTALLY AND COMPLETELY OBSESSED WITH TOM[...]

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This week Chanty and Lynx discuss the stunningly beautiful Cyrinda Foxe.

Raised in a strict, often abusive household, Cyrinda found solace in rock n roll music and magazines. It was there she discovered women like Marianne Faithfull, Pattie Boyd, and Anita PAllenberg- divine women she describes as “absolutely superior”.

In 1971, Cyrinda left home for New York City. It wasn’t long before she became a regular at Max’s Kansas City, making friends with Leee Black Childers and Candy Darling who transformed her look, giving her the “Marilyn Makeover” that caught the eye of Andy Warhol.

Andy cast her in “Pork" where she met and befriended Cherry Vanilla, a woman she describes as “A pure work of art” (Chanty and Lynx full heartedly agree with this sentiment!!)

It was through Cherry and Leee that Cyrinda met and fell for her first rockstar, David Bowie. Their affair was hot, hot, hot, and we have Cyrinda to thank for the fantastic song “Jean Genie” (though the lyrics are about Iggy Pop and not her!).

Her first marriage was to New York Dolls frontman David Johansen, but it’s her tempestuous second marriage to Aerosmith’s Steven Tyler (and the tell-all book she wrote about it!) that really caused a stir.

Lynx and Chanty discuss all this, and Cyrinda’s deep aversion to the word “groupie”... Listen to this week's episode for the full story!

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Our guest this week is Pleasant Gehman. Crowned the Princess of Hollywood by Rodney Bingenheimer, this Goddess does it all. She’s a writer, actress, musician, tarot reader and alternative healer. It doesn’t stop there. Some[...]

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Agnes DeMarco is a Rock Star. A former ballerina, a true music lover and a guiding light of inspiration, she truly believes that music is the ultimate connector helping people to find their sense of[...]

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It’s a mini musecast to get you by until next week! Chanty reads an email from a new listener and fan named Christy, who confirms that our Heartbreaker, Mike Campbell is just the sweetest. Lynx[...]

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This week Chanty and Lynx welcome special guest and fellow doll Jacqueline Dolenz. Not only does this redheaded beauty serve as web mistress to our beloved Miss P, she also created her own online community[...]

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It’s family day and we can’t think of a better way to celebrate than speaking with the ULTIMATE Rock and Roll mama: Agnes Demarco! Here’s a teaser- look for full episode coming soon!  

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This week’s Groupie/Muse is Gail Zappa! She is the quintessential rock and roll wife. She was married to Frank Zappa with whom she had 4 children. Listen to hear the story of how it was[...]

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Roxana Shirazi is the author of “The Last Living Slut, Born in Iran: Bred Backstage”. She holds a Masters Degree in English and speaks at International Women’s Conferences on the Subject of Gender and Identity.[...]

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Did you know that Christian Bale was in a movie where he played a Groupie? Neither did we until Lynx told us on this weeks episode that’s all about Groupie Movies! FYI- That movie is called[...]

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From Miss Louisiana Teen USA to Star Search to the Cherry Pie video, this week we talk Bobbie Brown! She’s Chanty’s first Groupie of the 80’s & 90’s, and her doll friend Andrea Holz is[...]

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“She was the most incredible woman I’d ever met. Dazzling, beautiful, hypnotic and unsettling. Her smile. Those carnivorous teeth obliterated everything. Other women evaporated next to her. I was utterly in her thrall and would[...]

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There are thousands of podcasts about True Crime. There is only ONE podcast about Groupies. It’s this one. Today we discuss the legendary musician, muse and groupie: Marianne Faithfull. Without the influence of our guest[...]

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