Catching Up with Nina Blackwood
TV personality, disc jockey, reporter, journalist, classically trained musician — when it comes to entertainment, Nina Blackwood really has all the bases covered. And that’s not even mentioning the fact that she’s one of the original MTV VJ’s — something that only five people in the history of the planet can claim! On top of all that, she’s sort of LikeTotally80s’s unofficial patron saint. Truly, Nina always keeps the 80s...
Interview with Andrew Golub
Andrew (Durandy) Golub has amassed the largest collection of Duran Duran posters in the world, and lucky for us he did. Released just before Christmas, “Beautiful Colors” features this impressive collection and is a must have for any Duran Duran fan. The hardback book is beautifully done and takes the reader on a visual history of the band. His poster collection has been showcased at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and included in an...
Like Totally 80s Interviews John Waite
August 14, 2013 We recently had the extreme pleasure of talking with John Waite. After a successful stint in the 70s as front man for The Babys, John had two number one hits in the 80s: Missing You in 1984 and When I See You Smile with Bad English in 1989. We covered topics ranging from the writing of Missing You and his new album, Live: All Access, to his new favorite TV show. John & Nina Blackwood LT80s: Have you had a chance to...
Interview with Jack Hues of Wang Chung
By Alli Denning December 12, 2012 It was our extreme pleasure to talk with Jack Hues of Wang Chung yesterday, on the day of the release of their new album, Tazer Up. Wang Chung hit the 80s music scene in the mid-80s with Top 40 hits, including ‘Everybody Have Fun Tonight,’ ‘Dance Hall Days,’ and ‘Let’s Go.’ We discuss the new album, what it means to ‘Wang Chung’, shoulder pads, and what accounts for the lasting appeal of 80s music....
Q&A with Heart
June 2012 On the 5th of this month, Heart released a 3 CD, 1 DVD career-spanning box set, “Strange Euphoria.” And what a career it has been—one stretching over 4 decades. And, they are not done. For Heart fans craving new music, they’ve got an album coming out this fall, “Fanatic,” which they are supporting with an active tour schedule (we are disappointed they won’t be playing anywhere near us). Clearly, these are some very busy...
Like Totally 80s Interview with Greg Kihn
November 9, 2011 I recently had the extreme pleasure of talking with Greg Kihn—rockstar, novelist and radio personality. We covered topics as varied as his early days with Beserkley Records, his aspirations of a 3-generation Greg Kihn Band (we’re dubbing that “Kihnfolk”), the making of some of his biggest hits (hint: it included heartbreak and copious amounts of hot sake), and the days of coiffed hair and shoulder pads. Greg hit the...
Interview with Martika
November 1, 2011 Martika (born Marta Marrero) got her start on the show Kids Incorporated playing Gloria alongside costars Fergie and Mario Lopez. She went from there to the top of the pop charts in 1989 with her single “Toy Soldiers,” which spent two weeks in the top spot. Markita has a new album coming out and will be touring throughout 2012. We are so pleased to have been able to catch up with Martika. You can connect with her on...
Interview with Deon Estus of Wham!
October 5, 2011 We recently had the pleasure of sitting down with Deon Estus of Wham! to talk about everything from his days touring with George Michael to juicing to the new music he’s working on now. Deon, a Detroit native, started out touring Europe with Marvin Gaye. It was while in Europe that he got connected with George Michael. From there, he joined Wham! as the bassist and stayed with George Michael through his solo career,...
Interview with Robbie Grey of Modern English
September 28, 2011 Birmingham, AL We recently had the extreme pleasure of sitting down with Robbie Grey, frontman of Modern English, before the last show of their recent tour of the Southeast. 2012 will be a big year for Robbie with new music forthcoming and a wedding (he’s getting married for the first time to his girlfriend of nine years). We cover topics ranging from what in the world “mesh and lace” means to his feelings on being...
Interview with Nick Richards of Boys Don’t Cry
September 3, 2011 Malibu, CA It was a beautiful day in Southern California as I drove through Malibu on my way to Nick Richards’ house for our interview. As I pulled into the drive, I was greeted with a sign on the gate that reads “Boogie Wonderland.” I took that to be a great start. I found Nick relaxed at home with family and friends in his beautiful retreat. After being greeted by the very friendly New Foundland, we moved to the...
Interview with original MTV VJ, Alan Hunter
June 28, 2011 Alan Hunter, one of the original five VJs on MTV, talks with Like Totally 80s about his time on MTV, favorite interviews, weighs in on the state of today’s MTV and shares what he’s up to now. Sharp-witted with a slightly off-kilter sense of humor, Alan would call it like it saw it, and we love that about him. Thanks so much to Alan Hunter for agreeing to talk with us! You can connect with Alan on Facebook at...
Interview with Nadine Loren
May 27, 2011 Nadine Loren has joined up with producer Peter Asher to create a new album celebrating the music of the 80s. To be released on May 31, 2011, “The Naked ‘80s” features 11 covers of 80s songs and two original songs. The covers represent a wide range of music from the early 80s art/alternative rock of Nik Kershaw (“Wouldn’t It Be Good” off the “Pretty in Pink” soundtrack), Bryan Ferry/Roxy Music and Alison Moyet to...
Interview with original MTV VJ, Martha Quinn
May 16, 2011 Among the original 5 VJs on MTV when it launched in the Summer of 1981 (almost 30 years ago!), Martha Quinn charmed music fans everywhere with her adorable style and upbeat attitude. At 52, she is still charming us on the radio with the 80s music we love. We’d like to thank Martha for taking the time to answer our questions about the early days of MTV, her Fountain of Youth secrets, her take on 80s music and what she’s up...
Interview with “St. Elmo’s Fire” singer, John Parr
May 12, 2011 We are so pleased to have had the opportunity to interview 80s hit maker and all around cool guy, John Parr. He hit the 80s music scene in 1985 with the very awesome “Naughty Naughty” which went to #23 on the US charts. He followed it up later that year with his highest charting song, the #1 hit, “St. Elmo’s Fire (Man in Motion).” In this interview, John talks about touring England in his early teens with his first band...
Interview with Corey Hart
We are excited to bring you a Like Totally 80s interview with mega-star Corey Hart. Corey hit the music scene in 1983 with his debut album, “First Offence,” which included the hit song “Sunglasses at Night.” He was just 21. He went on to release eight other albums between 1985 and 1998 and continued to top the charts in Canada throughout the 90s. This multi-talented 48 year old singer-songwriter speaks four...
