Heart’s Don’t Lie - The La Toya Jackson Podcast

Welcome to our very first La Toya Jackson News Round-Up! From the new Michael movie and La Toya’s role in the film, to her recent RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars appearance, viral social media moments, red carpet appearances, and a huge spike in Spotify streams… La Toya is firmly back in the spotlight. We also discuss: - her portrayal in the Michael film by Jessica Sula - the return of her reality TV...

This week, we’re stepping slightly outside the La Toya lane… but don’t worry, we’re keeping it in the family. In this special mini diversion, we’re diving into Paula Abdul’s third and final studio album, Head Over Heels. Long before her days as a pop juggernaut, Paula’s story was already intertwined with the Jacksons — from being discovered when she was a Laker Girl, to choreographing music videos...

After nine episodes exploring every La Toya Jackson studio album, we’ve reached the moments that live in between the eras. In this episode, we step away from the album tracklists and shine a light on the standalone singles, collaborations, and hidden gems that sit quietly throughout La Toya’s musical timeline. From one-off releases to unexpected duets and songs that never quite found a home on an...

In this episode, we’re taking a thoughtful detour — but don’t worry, La Toya remains the heart of this podcast. This time, we’re stepping into the world of her big sister, Rebbie Jackson, to explore a career that often sits quietly within the wider Jackson legacy. From her start in the industry to the way she chose to navigate fame, we look at how she carved out her own lane — not in comparison, b...

After years of silence, control, and survival, La Toya Jackson finally steps into the light with Starting Over — an era defined by independence, creative freedom, and emotional honesty. In this episode of Hearts Don’t Lie, we explore La Toya’s long-awaited return to music, from the fearless dancefloor joy of Just Wanna Dance to the deeply personal songwriting that runs through every track on the E...

This week on Hearts Don’t Lie, we dive into Stop In the Name of Love (1995) — La Toya Jackson’s final full-length studio album and one of the most overlooked entries in her discography. Following the country inspired From Nashville to You, this album marked a return to dance-pop and mid-’90s club sounds, reworking Motown classics through upbeat production, house-influenced grooves, and La Toya’s u...

This week on Hearts Don’t Lie, we take a deep dive into one of La Toya Jackson’s most overlooked albums: From Nashville to You (1994). Coming off the high-energy dance-pop of No Relations, this album marked a clear shift toward a more adult contemporary, country-leaning, storytelling-focused sound, with less emphasis on image and more focus on the music itself. Despite a shift in genre, this album...

In this episode, we dive into No Relations, the album that captures La Toya Jackson in one of the most chaotic periods of her career. Behind the scenes, things were messy, controlled, and far from glamorous… but on the record? It’s pure high-camp escapism: thumping Euro beats, eyebrow-raising lyrics, seductive whispers, and enough attitude to power an entire 1991 nightclub. We’re breaking down the...

In this episode, we dive into La Toya Jackson’s late ’80s reinvention, covering both La Toya (1988) and Bad Girl (1990). With a bold new sound and attitude, La Toya stepped out from under her father’s management and embraced taking risks and redefining her musical identity. We explore the daring production, standout tracks, and fearless persona that marked this pivotal chapter in her career.

Step into La Toya Jackson’s most daring era yet! ✨ In this episode of Hearts Don’t Lie, we explore 1986’s Imagination — her first release after the success of Heart Don’t Lie. With glossy 80s synths, sensual R&B, and a bold shift in style, La Toya was ready to show a more confident, experimental side. But behind the sparkle was a twist — the label behind Imagination went bankrupt, raising big que...

Three years after My Special Love, La Toya Jackson returned with the album that would become her most successful era: Heart Don’t Lie. In this episode, we dive into the story behind the record — from the bold new image and playful sound, to her very first music video and chart success. We’ll explore the upbeat energy of the album, the surprising collaborators (including family, friends, and even a...

La Toya Jackson’s second album My Special Love often gets overlooked, but it’s full of charm, surprises, and hidden gems. In this episode, we dig into the romance-tinged record that saw La Toya team up with her brother Randy, cover a Billy Ocean track, and even share studio time with Janet on the fan-favorite Camp Kuchi Kaiai. We’ll talk album highlights, whether the album was rushed or just under...

In our very first episode, we examine La Toya Jackson’s journey from her early days on The Jacksons variety show to stepping out as a solo artist with her 1980 self-titled debut album. With star-studded contributions from Michael Jackson, Janet Jackson, Stevie Wonder, Billy Ocean, Ray Parker Jr., and more, La Toya’s debut proved she was ready to carve her own path. We’ll explore the stories behind...