Special Guest - Mari Wilson
Summary
Host Stu Whiffin interviews singer Mary Wilson, who discusses her musical influences, including Barry White and Judy Garland. She shares memories of her Scottish-English upbringing, her early career on Top of the Pops, and encounters with icons like Paul McCartney and Michael Jackson. Mary also reflects on the changing live music landscape and her recent return to recording original songs.
Topics discussed
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Introduction and pronunciation of Mary's name
Best song intro: Under the Influence of Love
Long intros, TikTok culture, and Bruno Mars
Emotional impact of Judy Garland's Somewhere Over the Rainbow
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Musical family background and teenage influences
School days, Penny Lane, and aspiring to be a pop star
First Top of the Pops appearance and meeting Paul McCartney
Sponsors: Whole Foods and Range Rover
Meeting Michael Jackson and seeing The Beatles live
Living in New York and love for Donny Hathaway
Childhood confidence issues and becoming an only child
Favorite London song and Mr. Fix-It Man
New album Pop Deluxe and touring challenges
Where to find Mary Wildson online
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