Village People: Disco Beats, Cultural Shifts, and Gay Icons
In this episode of the Compendium, we’re exploring the origin story of the Village People, the iconic band that brought us unforgettable disco music hits like "Y.M.C.A.," "Macho Man," and "In the Navy." From their creation by Jacques Morali and Henri Belolo to their rise to fame, come with us as we dive into their history and cultural impact they had on the disco era and the LGBTQ community. We give you the Compendium, but if you want more, then check out these great resources: “The Village P...
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Show Notes
In this episode of the Compendium, we’re exploring the origin story of the Village People, the iconic band that brought us unforgettable disco music hits like "Y.M.C.A.," "Macho Man," and "In the Navy." From their creation by Jacques Morali and Henri Belolo to their rise to fame, come with us as we dive into their history and cultural impact they had on the disco era and the LGBTQ community.
Resources and Further Reading
- “The Village People's“ - Official website
- “Henri Belolo & Jacques Morali” - Disco Disco
- “The gay ecstasy of the Village People” - BBC
- “Can't Stop the Music Movie” - Wikipedia
- “Golden Raspberry Awards story” - Wikipedia
Host & Show Info
- Hosts: Kyle Risi & Adam Cox
- Intro Music: Alice in dark Wonderland
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