The Original Doll with James Rodriguez: Britney Spears and more

So here’s the BIG news—We’re celebrating 25 YEARS of  Oops!...I Did It Again  😱 (Yes. Twenty. Five. Years. Let that sink in.) We’re doing a full-on  track-by-track breakdown  of Britney’s iconic sophomore album and I’ve got some amazing guests lined up—Steve Lunt (he was her A&R at Jive Records), plus the songwriters and producers who helped craft this pop masterpiece. It’s gonna be packed wi...

So here’s the BIG news—We’re celebrating 25 YEARS of  Oops!...I Did It Again  😱 (Yes. Twenty. Five. Years. Let that sink in.) We’re doing a full-on  track-by-track breakdown  of Britney’s iconic sophomore album and I’ve got some amazing guests lined up—Steve Lunt (he was her A&R at Jive Records), plus the songwriters and producers who helped craft this pop masterpiece. It’s gonna be packed wi...

So here’s the BIG news—We’re celebrating 25 YEARS of  Oops!...I Did It Again  😱 (Yes. Twenty. Five. Years. Let that sink in.) We’re doing a full-on  track-by-track breakdown  of Britney’s iconic sophomore album and I’ve got some amazing guests lined up—Steve Lunt (he was her A&R at Jive Records), plus the songwriters and producers who helped craft this pop masterpiece. It’s gonna be packed wi...

Wanted to bring this to you all because this is important and comes into play in some future episodes.

Joined today by background vocalist, recording artist, and songwriter Jeanette Olsson. She sits down and talks about working on music for Britney Spears, Janet Jackson, Jennifer Lopez, and GLEE. In this episode, learn about the art of being a background vocalists for iconic artists. What is your connection to the song CINDERELLA? Send a message www.instagram.com/theoriginaldoll

So here’s the BIG news—We’re celebrating 25 YEARS of  Oops!...I Did It Again  😱 (Yes. Twenty. Five. Years. Let that sink in.) We’re doing a full-on  track-by-track breakdown  of Britney’s iconic sophomore album and I’ve got some amazing guests lined up—Steve Lunt (he was her A&R at Jive Records), plus the songwriters and producers who helped craft this pop masterpiece. It’s gonna be packed wi...

So here’s the BIG news—We’re celebrating 25 YEARS of  Oops!...I Did It Again  😱 (Yes. Twenty. Five. Years. Let that sink in.) We’re doing a full-on  track-by-track breakdown  of Britney’s iconic sophomore album and I’ve got some amazing guests lined up—Steve Lunt (he was her A&R at Jive Records), plus the songwriters and producers who helped craft this pop masterpiece. It’s gonna be packed wi...

So here’s the BIG news—We’re celebrating 25 YEARS of  Oops!...I Did It Again  😱 (Yes. Twenty. Five. Years. Let that sink in.) We’re doing a full-on  track-by-track breakdown  of Britney’s iconic sophomore album and I’ve got some amazing guests lined up—Steve Lunt (he was her A&R at Jive Records), plus the songwriters and producers who helped craft this pop masterpiece. It’s gonna be packed wi...

So here’s the BIG news—We’re celebrating 25 YEARS of  Oops!...I Did It Again  😱 (Yes. Twenty. Five. Years. Let that sink in.) We’re doing a full-on  track-by-track breakdown  of Britney’s iconic sophomore album and I’ve got some amazing guests lined up—Steve Lunt (he was her A&R at Jive Records), plus the songwriters and producers who helped craft this pop masterpiece. It’s gonna be packed wi...

So here’s the BIG news—We’re celebrating 25 YEARS of  Oops!...I Did It Again  😱 (Yes. Twenty. Five. Years. Let that sink in.) We’re doing a full-on  track-by-track breakdown  of Britney’s iconic sophomore album and I’ve got some amazing guests lined up—Steve Lunt (he was her A&R at Jive Records), plus the songwriters and producers who helped craft this pop masterpiece. It’s gonna be packed wi...

So here’s the BIG news—We’re celebrating 25 YEARS of  Oops!...I Did It Again  😱 (Yes. Twenty. Five. Years. Let that sink in.) We’re doing a full-on  track-by-track breakdown  of Britney’s iconic sophomore album and I’ve got some amazing guests lined up—Steve Lunt (he was her A&R at Jive Records), plus the songwriters and producers who helped craft this pop masterpiece. It’s gonna be packed wi...

So here’s the BIG news—We’re celebrating 25 YEARS of  Oops!...I Did It Again  😱 (Yes. Twenty. Five. Years. Let that sink in.) We’re doing a full-on  track-by-track breakdown  of Britney’s iconic sophomore album and I’ve got some amazing guests lined up—Steve Lunt (he was her A&R at Jive Records), plus the songwriters and producers who helped craft this pop masterpiece. It’s gonna be packed wi...

So here’s the BIG news— We’re celebrating 25 YEARS of  Oops!...I Did It Again  😱 (Yes. Twenty. Five. Years. Let that sink in.) We’re doing a full-on  track-by-track breakdown  of Britney’s iconic sophomore album and I’ve got some amazing guests lined up—Steve Lunt (he was her A&R at Jive Records), plus the songwriters and producers who helped craft this pop masterpiece. It’s gonna be packed w...

On this show, I  unpackage  the music you grew up loving, by artists you were probably obsessed with (and let’s be honest, maybe still are). And the best part? While we’re diving deep into the stories behind the songs, we're also helping out charities. 💖 If you wanna get even more involved and support the show (and the mission to honor these absolute icons), hit up  TheOriginalDoll.com . That...

Today, we honor the life and legacy of one of the most influential figures in American music history: Sam Cooke. His voice was a bridge between gospel, rhythm and blues, pop, and soul—genres that would come to define the music of generations. But Sam Cooke was more than just a singer; he was a trailblazer, an activist, and an inspiration to millions. Host James Rodriguez is joined by record execut...

Songwriter Jimmy Harry interview on the making of the Golden Globe Winning Madonna song, Masterpiece. Join host James Rodriguez as he unpackages music by your favorite artists with the creators. James Rodriguez

Breaking down Janet Jackson's debut single, Young Love. Join us as we honor Janet Jackson one song at a time. Host: Music Historian James Rodriguez

🎶✨ Get ready for an inspiring conversation! 🌟 Today’s guest, music producer Jared Jones, spills the secrets behind working with legends like Solange, Beyoncé, Destiny’s Child, and more! 🎤 From Grammy-winning artistry to empowering messages of identity and family, discover how Solange Knowles has shaped music and fashion into a movement. Don’t miss out! 🔥 #SolangeKnowles #JaredJones #MusicLege...

🚨 Exclusive 🚨 🎥✨ Ever wondered what it’s like to style a legend? James Rodriguez sitting down with celebrity stylist & visual consultant Wayne Lukas who’s worked with the one and only Janet Jackson! 🙌 We deep dive into the creation of "Doesn’t Really Matter", from its iconic visuals to how it became a game-changer for Janet. 🌟 And let’s not sleep on the insane success of Nutty...

EXCLUSIVE! Who remembers “Trip to Your Heart” from Britney Spears' Femme Fatale album? Songwriter Sophie Stern spills the secrets behind writing hits for Britney, Rihanna, Kesha, and more! Host James Rodriguez dives deep into the untold stories of the genius behind the music we can't stop listening to. The Original Doll with James Rodriguez unpackages music from your favorite artists with...

Join host James Rodriguez as he takes you on an unforgettable journey through music history, paying tribute to Madonna and Massive Attack's haunting rendition of Marvin Gaye’s classic "I Want You." Originally a 1976 hit, this iconic cover was featured on a special tribute album to Gaye and Madonna's own *Something to Remember* album in 1995. Was it Madonna’s most underrated track? What was the buz...

From the schoolgirl outfit to that unforgettable ‘baby’ voice how did Britney Spears’ debut single, ‘Baby One More Time,’ become the anthem of a generation? Let’s break down the magic behind the voice that defined y2k pop! We also debunk theories on Britney getting surgery to change her voice. Guest : JIVE RECORDS and Britney Spears former A&R Steve Lunt. www.theoriginaldoll.com

Sugababes new single, Jungle. Music producer Grammy and Brit winner Jon Shave on what he wanted to do with the song and how it evolved. Honoring the women and what host James Rodriguez thinks is their best song to date. www. TheOriginalDoll.com

Britney Spears is an artist who never shies away from honoring her influences. Over the years, on her social media accounts, you might see The Princess Of Pop dancing to The King Of Soul, Otis Redding. Who is Otis Redding, and why might Britney Spears have worked on a demo from the King Of Soul's iconography? When you put the backgrounds together you might see two human beings who were able to...

Tate McRae is a Canadian singer, songwriter, and dancer who has become one of the most exciting and versatile young talents in the entertainment world today. Born Tate McRae on July 1, 2003, in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, she has captivated audiences worldwide with her emotive music, raw songwriting, and captivating performances. Whether she's singing, dancing, or writing her own songs, Tate’s artis...