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January 2025 Collection
Fact #1
His team saw it as an opportunity to appeal to younger voters and present him as relatable. Mandy Grunwald's memo suggested targeting "softer" talk shows, and Arsenio Hall was key for that. The tie switch, decided by Arsenio, softened Clinton's image. Clinton's skilled saxophone performance garnered positive reactions and an invitation from the show's band to his inauguration, breaking from the traditional political mold and boosting his appeal during the 1992 campaign.
Fact #2
The company produced CDs at about $1.50 per unit, allowing for significant profits even with steep discounts. Customers had to buy additional CDs at full price, and the service used a "negative option billing" system, where monthly selections were shipped unless declined. At its peak in the mid-1990s, BMG and similar clubs accounted for roughly 15% of the U.S. music industry's volume, contributing over $1.5 billion annually. Despite this, artists saw limited benefits, as royalties were only paid on purchased CDs at a reduced rate.
Fact #3
Despite its limited pressing of 1,000 copies, "Radio Free Europe" garnered critical acclaim and was listed as one of the ten best singles of the year by The New York Times". The recording session at Mitch Easter's Drive-In Studios, located in his parents' garage, was a pivotal moment for R.E.M., capturing their distinctive sound and launching their career. This session led to their signing with I.R.S. Records and the release of their debut album *Murmur* in 1983.
Fact #4
Laura Katherine passed away shortly after her birth on May 12, 1997, and Timberlake's tribute served as a heartfelt reminder of her amidst his rising fame. Early NSYNC albums had a balanced distribution of solo parts among members, but later albums featured more solos from Timberlake and JC Chasez. The group was caught off guard by Timberlake's departure for a solo career, leading to emotional turmoil within the band. Joey Fatone felt blindsided, and Lance Bass expressed frustration over the lack of transparency regarding the group's future.
Fact #5
Originally titled "Don't Tell My Heart," it was rejected by The Oak Ridge Boys before Billy Ray Cyrus made it a global hit. Translated into 100+ languages, the song cemented itself in pop culture with appearances in TV shows, films, and even inspiring a Filipino rom-com.
Fact #6
Recorded during *Warm Leatherette* sessions, the funky instrumental later evolved into the 1981 hit. Co-written by Grace Jones, Kookoo Baya, and Dana Manno, the track's iconic sound came straight out of Compass Point Studios in the Bahamas.
Fact #7
Written by Furtado, it reached #1 in New Zealand and cracked the top 10 in the U.S., UK, and beyond. The music video has two versions: one shot in LA’s Chinatown and an underground cut featuring behind-the-scenes moments. A standout from Whoa, Nelly!, it’s certified Platinum in Australia.