How did a personal tragedy influence one of the most essential party anthems in the new wave canon? This week on One Song, Diallo & LUXXURY break down the B-52’s “Love Shack” with legendary Grammy award-winning producer, director and president of Blue Note Records, Don Was. They dive into how the track began as a 10+ minute long jam, outline the influences from classic Motown and Stax records and Don shares the surprisingly emotional story behind the iconic “Tin Roof Rusted” breakdown.

Songs Discussed:

“Love Shack” - The B-52’s

“Walk The Dinosaur” - Was (Not Was)

“Numbers” - Kraftwerk

“Mesopotamia” - The B-52’s

“Tell Me That I’m Dreaming” - Was (Not Was)

“Dancing In The Street” - Martha Reeves & The Vandellas

“I Love a Man in Uniform” - Gang of Four

“Fun House” - The Stooges

“Cold Sweat (Parts 1 & 2)” - James Brown and The Famous Flames

“Candy” - Iggy Pop

“Cool Jerk” - The Capitols

“House Of The Rising Sun” - The Animals

“Hold On, I’m Comin’” - Sam & Dave

“Gimme Some Lovin’” - The Spencer Davis Group

“Express Yourself” - Charles Wright & The Watts 103rd Street Rhythm Band

“Express Yourself” - N.W.A.

“Cars” - Gary Numan

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