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The Original Doll with James Rodriguez: Iconography Britney Spears

The Original Doll with James Rodriguez: Iconography Britney Spears

By: James Rodriguez
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🎧 The Original Doll: Where Music Meets Meaning Remember the song that got you through your first breakup? Or the album that defined your college years? Iconography is a podcast that dives deep into the emotional and cultural power of music—how it shapes us, inspires us, and brings us together. Hosted by James Rodriguez, this series features in-depth conversations with iconic artists, songwriters, and producers who've left their mark on the industry. You'll hear the untold stories behind the hits, explore the creative journey behind the music (yes, even those underrated B-sides...James Rodriguez Music
Episodes
  • Madonna - Everybody - The Making of
    Jul 1 2025

    “Everybody” wasn’t a global smash hit right out the gate, but it served as a crucial launching point. Its strong performance in dance clubs and strategic underground marketing convinced Sire to invest more in Madonna — ultimately paving her way to superstardom. Decades later, its 40th-anniversary reissue found renewed success on vinyl and digital charts, reinforcing its status as the origin story of a global icon. Here is the making of EVERYBODY by Madonna. #madonna

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    13 mins
  • Tyler Glenn - Neon Trees
    Jun 25 2025

    From fronting Neon Trees to going solo, Tyler Glenn is pulling no punches. He’s raw, unapologetically queer, and more honest than ever — giving us an unfiltered look into what it means to be a gay rock icon in today’s world.

    If you grew up blasting “Animal” and “Everybody Talks,” this is your reminder that Neon Trees is BACK on tour this fall — and it’s going to hit differently this time.

    🎟️ Use code ANIMAL to snag tickets before they’re gone.

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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • Britney Spears - Girl In The Mirror (Bonus) - The Making of
    Jun 17 2025

    So here’s the BIG news—We’re celebrating 25 YEARS of Oops!...I Did It Again 😱 (Yes. Twenty. Five. Years. Let that sink in.)

    We’re doing a full-on track-by-track breakdown of Britney’s iconic sophomore album and I’ve got some amazing guests lined up—Steve Lunt (he was her A&R at Jive Records), plus the songwriters and producers who helped craft this pop masterpiece. It’s gonna be packed with stories you’ve never heard before.

    We’re also talking about the cultural impact of these songs back in the 2000s AND giving you updated stats—like where they’re charting in 2025, what’s happening on iTunes now, and how often they’re still spinning on U.S. radio.

    If you’re a Britney stan, or you were blasting these songs on your Discman in high school—you do not wanna miss this. New episodes drop every other day in May. Make sure your notifications are ON.

    And do me a favor: after you listen, send me a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠DM⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠—✨ "What did you think about the song in today’s episode? Any memories tied to it?" ✨I wanna hear everything.

    Let’s relive the magic, learn some new behind-the-scenes tea, and celebrate the legacy of this iconic era together.

    Alright—press play, let’s goooo ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔥

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    13 mins
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