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Rock & Roll Hall of Fame’s new podcast Music Makes Us gives listeners a backstage pass to artist on artist conversations about the things artists *really* want to talk about - perfect lyrics, unforgettable shows, treasured artifacts, and more. Season 1 is hosted by cultural icon Kathleen Hanna (Bikini Kill, Le Tigre) and brings together revolutionary musicians for funny, unfiltered conversations that go deep on the music and influences that inspire their work - bridging artists of today with legends who came before, and celebrating the music that connects us all.
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- Yesterday47 min
Belinda Carlisle and Kathy Valentine on Being Part of the Lineage
The Go-Go’s have been on a wild rock & roll ride – from being spit on at clubs in London to ruling the charts with a number one album, to getting inducted to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2021. Tune in to this episode of Music Makes Us to hear about it all, as lead singer Belinda Carlisle and bassist Kathy Valentine talk to host Kathleen Hanna about the music that saved them, changed them, and made them.
- 2 weeks ago54 min
Sheila E. on Being a Student of Life
Queen of Percussion, Sheila E., joins our host Kathleen Hanna at the Foster Theater at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, Ohio on this episode of Music Makes Us. Hear them talk about unexpected instruments, being the bossiest person in the room, investing in future musicians, and the one time Marvin Gaye got angry.Shop the episode: https://shop.rockhall.com/pages/music-makes-us
- 4 weeks ago54 min
Tegan & Sara on Never Giving Up
On this episode of Music Makes Us, our host Kathleen Hanna chats with the indie pop duo Tegan & Sara about rock & roll resilience. Listen in as they talk about being two halves of the same person, how much you should toil while writing a song, and who they want to jam with at the Rock Hall Induction ceremony.Shop the episode: https://shop.rockhall.com/pages/music-makes-us
- Sep 22, 202658 min
Liz Phair and Sleater-Kinney on the Power of the Stage
Rebel girls unite! Liz Phair, Sleater-Kinney, and Kathleen Hanna team up on this episode of Music Makes Us to reminisce about making zines, playing at “Girl Night,” exchanging cassette tapes, and more. Listen to go behind the scenes of the alt-rock explosion of the 1990s with the women who were on the frontlines.Shop the episode: https://shop.rockhall.com/pages/music-makes-us
- Sep 8, 202652 min
Brittany Howard on the Simple Stuff
On this episode of Music Makes Us, Brittany Howard of the Alabama Shakes chats with our host Kathleen Hanna about some of her favorite things – getting dirt under your nails in the garden, knowing your neighbors, Alabama, and (of course) music. Hear them dive into Freddie Mercury’s harmonies, honoring Sister Rosetta Tharpe, and the middle school concert that changed everything. Shop the episode: https://shop.rockhall.com/pages/music-makes-us
- Aug 25, 202640 min
Ann Wilson on Musical Umami
Can you imagine performing with Led Zeppelin, Yo-Yo Ma, and the Obamas in the audience? Hear about the time 2013 Inductee Ann Wilson of Heart did just that on this episode of Music Makes Us. Tune in as our host, Kathleen Hanna, chats with Ann about seeing Aretha Franklin live, warming up to Elton John, the real story behind her hit song “Barracuda,” and more.Shop the episode: https://shop.rockhall.com/pages/music-makes-us
- Aug 18, 20262 min
Welcome to Season 2
Music Makes Us is back for season 2! Host Kathleen Hanna (Bikini Kill, Le Tigre) and an all-star lineup of guests share stories about going on tour, making art, and making noise — all the beautiful chaos that makes music matter.Coming up this season: Ann Wilson of Heart, Sheila E, Brittany Howard, Sleater-Kinney, Liz Phair, Tegan & Sara, and more.New episodes starting August 25, wherever you listen to podcasts. Produced by Radiotopia and Talkhouse for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
- Mar 17, 202611 min
Into The Vault: Patti Smith’s Jacket
“Patti vibes.” - Shirley MansonLearn the crazy connection between Shirley Manson, Patti Smith, and Tina Weymouth as we explore the history of one artifact on this episode of Into The Vault. Come behind the scenes of our Revolutionary Women in Music exhibit with VP of Curatorial Operations Shelby Morrison as we learn about the godmother of punk.
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About Music Makes Us
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame’s new podcast Music Makes Us gives listeners a backstage pass to artist on artist conversations about the things artists *really* want to talk about - perfect lyrics, unforgettable shows, treasured artifacts, and more. Season 1 is hosted by cultural icon Kathleen Hanna (Bikini Kill, Le Tigre) and brings together revolutionary musicians for funny, unfiltered conversations that go deep on the music and influences that inspire their work - bridging artists of today with legends who came before, and celebrating the music that connects us all.
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