Release Date: December 18, 2024
Name of podcast: 80s, Baby! with Seersha
Episode title and number: Maybe next year: Last Christmas by Wham!, Season 1, Episode 6 (Season Finale)

Episode Summary: In this special holiday season finale, we unwrap the story behind Wham!'s beloved classic "Last Christmas." Discover how 21-year-old George Michael created this enduring holiday hit in his childhood bedroom and insisted on playing every instrument himself. From its summer recording session decorated with Christmas lights to its 37-year journey to finally reaching #1, this episode celebrates both the magic of the holiday season and the timeless appeal of 80s music. Join Seersha for one last dose of 80s inspiration in 2024 as we wrap up Season 1 of "80s, Baby!"

Chapter Markers:
Intro - 0:00
Exposition - 0:56
"Last Christmas" Deep Dive - 3:47
Reflection - 10:12
Final Thoughts - 13:29
Credits - 16:58

Show Notes:
Get two FREE holiday songs from Seersha & Micah Cadwell as Moonlighting: https://wearemoonlighting.bandcamp.com/album/midnight-clear
Check out the music video for Last Christmas: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E8gmARGvPlI

Want to get in touch? DM @seershamusic on social media, or find Seersha on the web at www.seershamusic.com.

Release Date: November 20, 2024
Name of podcast: 80s, Baby! with Seersha
Episode title and number: I'm in the dark: Voices Carry by 'Til Tuesday, Season 1, Episode 5

Episode Summary: In this installment of "80s, Baby!," host Seersha dives into the captivating story behind "Voices Carry," the quintessential New Wave song by Boston-based band 'Til Tuesday. The episode explores the fascinating evolution of "Voices Carry" itself, from its initial conception as a song written and performed from a different perspective, to the record label-mandated pronoun change that shaped the final version. Throughout the episode, Seersha offers insights for fellow artists, examining the tensions between artistic authenticity and commercial pressures, as well as the power of creatively adapting one's work.

Chapter Markers:
Intro - 0:00
Exposition - 0:56
"Voices Carry" Deep Dive - 3:05
Reflection - 10:36
Final Thoughts - 14:36
Credits - 15:36

Show Notes:
Check out the music video for Voices Carry: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uejh-bHa4To
Listen to Frisky Monkey and Seersha's cover of Voices Carry: https://open.spotify.com/track/1M829CnYjRxRzFMbCwI3zX?si=f33aab9b16874b60
Listen to Seersha's latest single, Can't Stop Time: https://linktr.ee/seershamusic?lt_utm_source=lt_share_link#414805114
Sign up for email updates directly from the studio desk of Seersha, PLUS get two exclusive, iconic cover songs from 80s bands, reimagined in a stripped-down style just for you: https://seersha.ck.page/1576e594fb

Want to get in touch? DM @seershamusic on social media, or find Seersha on the web at www.seershamusic.com.

Release Date: October 16, 2024
Name of podcast: 80s, Baby! with Seersha
Episode title and number: No promises, no demands: Love is a Battlefield by Pat Benatar, Season 1, Episode 4

Episode Summary: In this episode of "80s, Baby!," host Seersha dives into Pat Benatar’s iconic 1983 anthem "Love is a Battlefield." The episode explores the song’s origin story, highlighting the spontaneous collaboration between songwriters Holly Knight and Mike Chapman. Seersha also recounts the challenges and creative differences that arose during production, ultimately leading to the song’s iconic sound. She gives insight into the groundbreaking music video, its lasting impact on music video storytelling, and its message of female empowerment.

Wrapping up, Seersha offers takeaways for creatives, emphasizing the importance of strong collaborative relationships and being open to creative evolution. Throughout, she weaves in her personal journey, connecting it to the song's themes of resilience and empowerment.

Chapter Markers:
Intro - 0:00
Exposition - 0:56
"Love is a Battlefield" Deep Dive - 3:46
Reflection - 9:26
Final Thoughts - 12:56
Credits - 14:17

Show Notes:
Check out the music video for Love is a Battlefield: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IGVZOLV9SPo
Listen to Seersha's latest single, Can't Stop Time: https://linktr.ee/seershamusic?lt_utm_source=lt_share_link#414805114
Sign up for email updates directly from the studio desk of Seersha, PLUS get two exclusive, iconic cover songs from 80s bands, reimagined in a stripped-down style just for you: https://seersha.ck.page/1576e594fb

Want to get in touch? DM @seershamusic on social media, or find Seersha on the web at www.seershamusic.com.