The Joel Flair Show

On what would've been this singer's 40th birthday, Joel and Kit discuss the tumultuous life of "Rehab" and "Tears Dry on Their Own" singer, Amy Winehouse. Joel Flair's Amy Winehouse Playlist "Amy" Documentary - Official Trailer

On this episode, Joel and Kit discuss the nu metal group known for hits like “Nookie,” “Rollin’ (Air Reid Vehicle),” and “Break Stuff” and the multiple controversies they have encountered in their career. Joel Flair's Limp Bizkit Playlist

Joel and Kit share highlights from the life and career of the one and only Dolly Parton. Joel Flair's Dolly Parton Playlist

On the 28th anniversary of her death, Joel and Kit talk about the rise of the Queen of Tejano Music: Selena. Joel Flair's Selena Playlist

On this More About Music episode, Joel and Kit discuss the history of a cappella (Gregorian chant, religious music) and how the genre is used in modern day, with artists like chart-topper Bobby McFerrin ("Don't Worry Be Happy"), Straight No Chaser, and Pentatonix. Joel Flair's A Cappella Playlist Chant by the Benedictine Monks of Santo Domingo De Silos (full album)

To kick off 2023, Joel and Kit discuss the rapper who has a true rags-to-riches story, who conquered online rap battles and relentlessly released mixtapes, and who has a song about suicide, which amassed over 1 billion plays.  Rapper/author Logic stays true to his lyrics: "I work hard every mo*******kin' day."  Joel Flair's Logic Playlist  Logic's Young Sinatra mixtape (dirty) ...

Join Joel Flair and Kit Cath as they discuss your favorite bands and musicians, with occasional musical terminology!

On the last show of 2022, Joel and Kit dedicate a special episode to Record Research Inc. founder/renowned statistician Joel Whitburn, who passed away this year (age 82).  Joel talks about Whitburn's legacy, and the quintessential role he played for Billboard, DJs, music companies, and music nerds nationwide.  Joel also reveals a once-in-a-lifetime experience he had with the Record Resea...

Jerry Lee Lewis, rock 'n' roll singer of "Whole Lot of Shakin' Going On," had a whole lotta controversy in his lifetime.  Joel and Kit also discuss his versatile transition from boogie-woogie to country music Steve Allen Plymouth Show - Jerry Lee Lewis Performance "Twisted Facts About Jerry Lee Lewis, The Wildest Man In Rock" Factinate Article Joel Flair's Jerry Lee Lewis Playlist

This month, Kit and Joel talk about the rise, and abrupt fall, of the King of Soul himself, Sam Cooke.  Singer of the hits "You Send Me," "Cupid," and "Twistin' the Night Away," Cooke was not only an artist with a unique, crooning voice, but also an inspirational figure in the Black community.  His song "A Change is Gonna Come" was a staple African-American protest anthem, even being played at for...

On this Halloween-themed episode, Joel and Kit discuss the making of Michael Jackson's iconic spooooooky short film, Thriller... and Joel Flair has a special treat: Some ear candy for the season!  The Cut Vincent Price Thriller Verse  Michael Jackson Popcorn GIF  Joel Flair's Halloween 2022 Playlist  Helpful Resources  "The Making of… THRILLER Short film" by MJVibe  "Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” i...

On this episode of the Joel Flair Show, Joel and Kit discuss the perseverance of the visually impaired gospel group The Blind Boys of Alabama!  The Blind Boys Performance at the White House 2010  "Almost Home" Blind Boys Album  It's Psychedelic Baby Jimmy Carter Article  Joel Flair's Blind Boys of Alabama Playlist

On this two-part series African-American Trailblazers, Joel and Kit talk about voices that brought African-American music to a wider audience.  In part one, they discuss the acapella group, The Fisk Jubilee Singers.  Joel Flair's Fisk Jubilee Singers Playlist Jubilee Singers "American Experience" - PBS Official Trailer

This month, Joel and Kit discuss the authentic pop artist, P!nk, singer of “Just Gives Me a Reason,” “What About Us,” and “So What.” Joel Flair's P!nk Playlist Joel Flair's Spotify Profile The List's "Untold Truth of Pink" Article

Joel and Kit discuss notable producers (including Timbaland and Dr, Dre). They also talk about what production is. Joel Flair's "Producers" Playlist

Grammy season is always a staple time of the year for music fanatics, and many people love to root for the hottest artist. But do we ever think about the Grammy nominees who are buried under categories? Joel and Kit casually discuss five top musicians up for nominations.  Joel Flair's Expanded Grammys 2022 Playlist

In this episode, Joel and Kit talk about the real Slim Shady: Eminem. When asked to please stand up as a symbol of controversy, Em didn’t go lightly. With shocking lyricism and an iconic flow, it would be difficult to move past this stan of hip hop. The rap world would be empty without Eminem!  Joel Flair's Eminem Playlist  Joel Flair's (cleaner) Eminem Playlist

To kick off 2022, Joel and Kit discuss the biggest songs of the previous year (using a Billboard article, with stats from MRC Data). Listen to smash hits like “good 4 u,” “Leave the Door Open,” and “Levitating” on Joel’s best-of-2021 list after hearing the statistics.  Joel Flair's "2021 TOPPERS" Playlist

To “wrap up” 2021, Joel and Kit end the white Christmas season talking about the double sided life of holiday crooner, Bing Crosby.  LINKS:  Joel Flair's Bing Crosby Playlist  "Joel Flair Show 2021 Wrap Up" Playlist

Joel and Kit talk about the making of one of the holiday’s hits— a must- have on any Christmas classics playlist… “All I Want for Christmas is You” by Mariah Carey.  LINKS:  Joel Flair's "All I Want for Christmas is You" Playlist  "All I Want for Christmas is You" (Extra Festive Version)

A person who gets paid by the singer to write the musician’s songs.  Someone who gets paid for their work, but stays unknown to the public eye.  A ghostwriter is all of this and more! In this episode, Joel and Kit talk about the lucrative (and secretive… kinda) business of ghostwriting, as well as what a ghostwriter is.  Forbes' ghostwriting article  Skillz's "GhostWriter" song...

Del Shannon is the oldies singer who might have escaped your mind like a little runaway, but he played a big role in sixties music.  Once you listen to this podcast episode, you’ll be wanting to take your hats off to Del Shannon!  Joel Flair's Del Shannon Playlist  Del Shannon on American Bandstand in the 1980s

Run (don’t walk) to this episode about the Cowboys from Hell.  Joel talks about the background of Pantera, while Kit comes in to cover Dimebag Darrell’s death.   Joel Flair's Pantera Playlist  Pantera/Bill Withers Mashup  Pantera: VH1 - Behind the Music

Who would guess that influential rapper Missy Elliott went from a traumatic childhood with financial struggles to an innovative, multifaceted musician and businesswoman? In this month’s episode, Joel and Kit discuss a Grammy-winning artist, with hits like “Work it,” “Lose Control,” and “Get Ur Freak On.”  Joel Flair's Missy Elliott Playlist  Missy on James Corden's Carpool Karaoke (ft. M...

Michael Giacchino might not be a household name, but if you listen to this show with a little bit of “ratatouille,” you’ll most likely know who Mr. Giacchino is. This composer eventually went on to create soundtracks for the Incredibles and Jurassic Park, among others.  LINKS:  Joel Flair's Michael Giacchino Playlist  The Lost World: Jurassic Park video game soundtrack on YouTube&nb...