The Original Doll with James Rodriguez: Britney Spears and more

Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter and producer JC Chasez, best known as a member of *NSYNC, and Golden Globe-winning songwriter, producer, and composer Jimmy Harry have announced their new musical theater concept album,  Playing With Fire , inspired by Mary Shelly’s novel  Frankenstein . Jimmy Harry stops by to talk about the making of the musical. Guest : Jimmy Harry Honors : Playing With Fire (...

This episode James answers the questions; "Can you explain why we didn't get a physical single for LUV ME LUV ME with Janet?" AND "What was the drama around FEEL IT BOY?" Welcome to Janet Unveiled, the evolution of an icon. These are special weekly bonus episodes of the original doll with James Rodriguez. I am a music historian, and these episodes are going to be honoring Janet Jackson. Over the y...

Our chat with recording artist, producer and songwriter Darren Hayes continues, this time we are talking about his solo career from his 2007 album This Delicate Thing We've Made to his 2022 album Homosexual. Darren offers a raw, unfiltered journey through his life; from a humble childhood to the heights of global fame with his band, facing pressure to reshape his identity, and ultimately discoveri...

Our chat with recording artist, producer and songwriter Darren Hayes continues, this time we are talking about his solo career with Columbia Records. Darren offers a raw, unfiltered journey through his life; from a humble childhood to the heights of global fame with his band, facing pressure to reshape his identity, and ultimately discovering both love and his true self. Learn how the voice of Sav...

Recording artist, producer and songwriter Darren Hayes offers a raw, unfiltered journey through his life; from a humble childhood to the heights of global fame with his band, facing pressure to reshape his identity, and ultimately discovering both love and his true self. Learn how the voice of Savage Garden came into his own. Guest : Darren Hayes Honors : Savage Garden and Darren Hayes Host : ⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Guest : Sandy Vee (Music Producer, Songwriter) Honors : Rihanna and Britney Spears Songs : S&M and Remix Host : ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Music Historian James Rodriguez ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Iconography is a show that celebrates music and the impact it has on people around the world. The show features artists, songwriters, and producers who have made a lasting impact on the music industry and helps to raise awareness for importa...

Was this song written about Michael Jackson? Did this song chart overseas? Welcome to Janet Unveiled, the evolution of an icon. These are special weekly bonus episodes of the original doll with James Rodriguez. I am a music historian, and these episodes are going to be honoring Janet Jackson. Over the years I have seen discord online and misinformation about the success and impact of Janet. I deci...

Topic: The creation of Madonna's Golden Globe winning song, Masterpiece. Guest: Jimmy Harry (Music Producer and Songwriter) Welcome to Madonna Mondays. These are special weekly bonus episodes of the Original Doll with James Rodriguez. I am a music historian, and these episodes are going to be honoring Madonna. Over the years I have seen many people discredit Madonna's talent as any artist,...

Shout out to Jimmy Jam for answering some questions about this special song. The lyrics to the song address Janet Jackson's life, the highs, the lows and the chart success of this The Velvet Rope bonus song. Welcome to Janet Unveiled, the evolution of an icon. These are special weekly bonus episodes of the original doll with James Rodriguez. I am a music historian, and these episodes are going...

Topic: The Vocal Genius on 4 Minutes by Madonna and Co. Guest: Clinto Darko (Music Production Analyist) Welcome to Madonna Mondays. These are special weekly bonus episodes of the Original Doll with James Rodriguez. I am a music historian, and these episodes are going to be honoring Madonna. Over the years I have seen many people discredit Madonna's talent as any artist, producer and songwriter...

Key Points listed at the bottom. * Welcome to Janet Unveiled, the evolution of an icon. These are special weekly bonus episodes of the original doll with James Rodriguez. I am a music historian, and these episodes are going to be honoring Janet Jackson. Over the years I have seen discord online and misinformation about the success and impact of Janet. I decided it was time to properly honor Janet...

Guest : Veit Renn (Music Producer and Songwriter) Honors : *NSYNC Songs : For The Girl Who Has Everything Host : ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Music Historian James Rodriguez ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Iconography is a show that celebrates music and the impact it has on people around the world. The show features artists, songwriters, and producers who have made a lasting impact on the music industry and helps to raise awareness for important...

Guest : Steve Lunt (Recording Artist, Producer, Songwriter, A&R) Honors : The Rolling Stones and Britney Spears Songs : (I Can't Get No) Satisfaction Host : ⁠⁠⁠⁠Music Historian James Rodriguez ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Iconography is a show that celebrates music and the impact it has on people around the world. The show features artists, songwriters, and producers who have made a lasting impact on the music indust...

The global hit song was created in a garage studio and sent to a few artists who passed on it, before ending up in the hands of Kylie Minogue. Guest : Rob Davis (Recording Artist, Producer, Songwriter) Honors : Kylie Minogue, Cathy Dennis, Mud, Darts Songs : Can't Get You Out Of My Head Host : ⁠⁠⁠Music Historian James Rodriguez ⁠⁠⁠ Iconography is a show that celebrates music and the impact it...

Guest : Jaclyn Phillips Honors : Britney Spears, Taylor Swift, Jaclyn Phillips Songs : Why Should I Be Sad, I Can Fix Him (No Really I Can), Cliche Host : ⁠⁠Music Historian James Rodriguez ⁠⁠ Iconography is a show that celebrates music and the impact it has on people around the world. The show features artists, songwriters, and producers who have made a lasting impact on the music industry and hel...

Guest : Steve Lunt (Jive Records) Honors : Britney Spears and Lauryn Hill Songs : Someday (I Will Understand) and To Zion Host : ⁠Music Historian James Rodriguez ⁠ Iconography is a show that celebrates music and the impact it has on people around the world. The show features artists, songwriters, and producers who have made a lasting impact on the music industry and helps to raise awareness for im...

Honors : Britney Spears and Motherhood Songs : Someday (I Will Understand) Host : ⁠Music Historian James Rodriguez ⁠ Iconography is a show that celebrates music and the impact it has on people around the world. The show features artists, songwriters, and producers who have made a lasting impact on the music industry and helps to raise awareness for important causes.  One unique aspect of the show...

Guest : Jon Shave (Music Producer &Songwriter) Honors : Jessie J's debut album Who You Are Songs : See Below Host : Music Historian James Rodriguez  Iconography is a show that celebrates music and the impact it has on people around the world. The show features artists, songwriters, and producers who have made a lasting impact on the music industry and helps to raise awareness for important...

Janet Jackson inspired Britney and her producers once again! Guest : Josh Schwartz (Producer and Songwriter) Honors : Britney Spears & Janet Jackson & Kelis Songs : Lonely, What About, Caught Outside Host : Music Historian James Rodriguez   Iconography is a show that celebrates music and the impact it has on people around the world. The show features artists, songwriters, and producers who...

Guests: Steve Lunt and Clint Collins Honors: Britney Spears, Justin Timberlake, NSYNC, Backstreet Boys Host: James Rodriguez  Iconography is a show that celebrates music and the impact it has on people around the world. The show features artists, songwriters, and producers who have made a lasting impact on the music industry, and helps to raise awareness for important causes.  One unique aspect of...

Guest : Steve Anderson (Music Producer, Songwriter, Podcast Host) Honors : Britney Spears, Christophe Willem Songs : State Of Grace Host : Artist Archivist James Rodriguez  Ever wonder why certain songs don’t just stay on the charts, but stay with you? I’m  James Rodriguez , an artist archivist, and this show is my way of preserving the sonic & cultural blueprints of the music that shaped all...

Rewinding back to the interview about Grow with producer and songwriter Steve Anderson. Guest : Steve Anderson (Songwriter, Producer, Podcast Host) Honors : Britney Spears Songs : Grow (dedicated to her sons) Host : Music Historian James Rodriguez   Iconography is a show that celebrates music and the impact it has on people around the world. The show features artists, songwriters, and producers wh...

Guest : Josh Schwartz (Producer and Songwriter) Honors : Britney Spears, Kim Cattrall Songs : I Run Away Host : Music Historian James Rodriguez  Iconography is a show that celebrates music and the impact it has on people around the world. The show features artists, songwriters, and producers who have made a lasting impact on the music industry and helps to raise awareness for important causes.  On...

Guest : Jon Shave of Xenomania & The Invisible Men Honors : Girls Aloud Songs : See below Host : Music Historian James Rodriguez  Iconography is a show that celebrates music and the impact it has on people around the world. The show features artists, songwriters, and producers who have made a lasting impact on the music industry and helps to raise awareness for important causes.  One unique as...

Guest : Josh Schwartz (KNS) Honors : Britney Spears Songs : Before The Goodbye Host : Music Historian James Rodriguez  Iconography is a show that celebrates music and the impact it has on people around the world. The show features artists, songwriters, and producers who have made a lasting impact on the music industry and helps to raise awareness for important causes.  One unique aspect of the sho...