
Join James St James and co-hosts Fenton Bailey and Randy Barbato as they talk to the leading New York nightlife figures of the 1970s, '80s, '90s, and beyond. Featured guests include Dianne Brill, Michael Musto, Peter Gatien, Lisa Edelstein, Moby, and Joey Arias among others. It's campy, it's gossipy, it's jaw-droppingly funny...definitely must-hear podcasting.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 53 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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Supericonic downtown sister act Tish & Snooky recall their days as backup singers for Debbie Harry, their own band The Sick Fucks, opening the first punk boutique in America, and creating their game changing hair color product Manic Panic.
The undisputed Queen of House Music, Screamin’ Rachel, talks about recording the first house music song, her early days in the Chicago warehouse scene, and her friendships with Frankie Knuckles and Marshall Jefferson.
Former It-girl April Palmieri discusses Club 57, her time in the band Pulsallama (once described as “13 girls fighting over a cowbell”), and singing backup as a Bodacious TaTa for her best friend, John Sex.
It’s a special two-part episode as we catch up with a couple of former clubkids and give them back their 15 minutes of fame. First up: Christopher Comp on working for Michael Alig as well as his favorite parties and lewks. Then Really Denise discuses... more
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I have watched all documentaries based on all the wonderful content you bring to your show!thank you ❤️thank you ❤️thank you❤️
The series somehow manages to be so modern and pre-Internet at the same time. It is relatable from a contemporary cultural perspective and as an authentic trip into the past nightclub scene. I love it!
Growing up, I saw the Club Kids as the ultimate cultural icons for my queer self, and this podcast is a delightful dive back into that electrifying world. Listening to James St. James recount those wild days of nightlife is nothing short of magical—he brings the stories and characters to life in a way that’s both entertaining and heartfelt. I’m truly grateful for the existence of this podcast, as it captures a world that feels like home.
That said, I have to dock a star for two reasons: the aud... more
Thank you for sharing such great anecdotes from yesteryear. From NYC to LA. This is a must listen to podcast if you want to reminisce about the club days from 80s 90s and beyond.
If you’ve read disco bloodbath/ party monster you’d know James tells one hell of a story, that translates over to very entertaining interviews.
Thank you James and WOW for sharing lgbt history!
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This podcast provides listeners with an engaging exploration of New York City's vibrant nightlife, focusing particularly on the influential scenes of the 1970s, 1980s, and 1990s. It features candid conversations with iconic figures from this era, offering firsthand accounts of the pulsating club culture, the artistic movements that emerged, and the personal stories that shaped their careers. The hosts share humorous anecdotes and poignant reflections, bringing to life the colorful characters of the nightlife community while celebrating the art, music, and fashion of these remarkable decades. Listeners can expect a blend of camp, gossip, and heartfelt stories, making each episode both entertaining and historically rich.
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