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What started out as a horrible fact finding for some of out favourite musicians that will turn you off their music evolved into an insightful chat around the music GOATS!

In this conversation, Seamus Evans and music expert JT delve into the complex relationship between music icons and their controversial pasts. They explore the impact of scandals on public perception, the question of cancel culture, and the challenge of separating an artist's work from their personal actions. The discussion also touches on the influence of fame, the evolution of music trends, and the role of drugs in shaping musical history. They reflect on the cosmic connection to musical success and the changing landscape of popular music, ultimately questioning the future of music and its icons.

Chapters

00:00 The Legacy of Music Icons and Their Controversies

02:49 The Impact of Cancel Culture on Music Legends

05:21 Navigating the Dark Side of Music History

08:06 Separating the Artist from the Art

11:03 The Evolution of Music and Its Cultural Relevance

13:30 The Science Behind Music Popularity

16:22 The Role of Marketing in Music Success

18:55 The Changing Landscape of Music Consumption

21:43 The Influence of Youth Culture on Music Trends

29:21 The Power of Youth in Popular Culture

30:26 Elvis Presley: A Cultural Phenomenon

33:14 The Tragic Fate of Musical Icons

39:50 Conspiracy Theories and the Price of Fame

45:42 Women in Music: Breaking Barriers

50:16 The Influence of Drugs on Music Trends

51:54 Eminem: A Modern Musical Great

54:45 Defining the Greatest of All Time

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Takeaways

Michael Jackson's legacy is complicated by allegations of abuse.

Elvis Presley married a 14-year-old, raising questions about societal norms.

Cancel culture today is powerful, but some icons remain untouchable.

Separating the artist from their art is a personal choice.

Fame can lead to destructive behaviors and tragic outcomes.

Music trends often reflect the drug culture of the time.

The public's mood influences what music becomes popular.

Nostalgia plays a significant role in music appreciation.

The music industry has changed drastically with technology.

The future of music may be shaped by past icons and their legacies.

Keywords

music, Michael Jackson, Elvis, cancel culture, art vs artist, fame, drug influence, music trends, nostalgia, pop culture