Wise Choice

This episode takes a look into the early days of house and dance music kicking off the journey in the emerging Chicago house scene in the 80's. Wise Choice is an official Wise Music Group podcast celebrating 50 years of Wise Music and taking the opportunity to delve into the vast catalogue of incredible songs and artists that are part of the Wise family. The show is hosted by Wise Music songwriting and composing team Adam and Paula Pickering aka The Daydream Club. They asked the Wise Music teams from all over the world to choose their absolute favourite songs from the Wise Music catalogue (their Wise Choice). From this list Adam & Paula look into the history surrounding the songs and where the story leads them with connections to other notable versions, covers and samples. New episodes every other Wednesday. If you liked this you might also enjoy Composing Myself - an official Wise Music podcast featuring interviews with composers and songwriters, taking an in-depth look at their process. Tracklist: Your Love - Jamie Principle / Frankie Knuckles Baby Wants To Ride - Jamie Principle / Frankie Knuckles You Got The Love - The Source ft. Candi Staton Adagio for Strings - Samuel Barber Adagio For Strings (Ferry Corsten Radio Edit) - William Orbit Papua New Guinea - The Future Sound of London Freed from Desire - Gala Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode takes a look at classic songs from classic including Kill Bill, Dirty Dancing, Flashdance and more.. Wise Choice is an official Wise Music Group podcast celebrating 50 years of Wise Music and taking the opportunity to delve into the vast catalogue of incredible songs and artists that are part of the Wise family. The show is hosted by Wise Music songwriting and composing team Adam and Paula Pickering aka The Daydream Club. They asked the Wise Music teams from all over the world to choose their absolute favourite songs from the Wise Music catalogue (their Wise Choice). From this list Adam & Paula look into the history surrounding the songs and where the story leads them with connections to other notable versions, covers and samples. New episodes every other Wednesday. If you liked this you might also enjoy Composing Myself - an official Wise Music podcast featuring interviews with composers and songwriters, taking an in-depth look at their process. Tracklist: My Sharona - The Knack Gloria - Laura Branigan Stay - Maurice Williams & The Zodiacs Stay (Carribean Mix) - Maurice Williams Feat. Luke Balbosa Stay - The Hollies (Where Do I Begin) Love Story - Andy Williams (Where Do I Begin) Love Story - The Ray Conniff Singers (Where Do I Begin) Love Story - Shirley Bassey (Away Team Remix) Don’t Let Me Be Misunderstood/Esmerelda Suite - Santa Esmerelda Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we're looking for music from all corners of the world, from France to Japan, the Sahara desert to Venice and beyond. Wise Choice is an official Wise Music Group podcast celebrating 50 years of Wise Music and taking the opportunity to delve into the vast catalogue of incredible songs and artists that are part of the Wise family. The show is hosted by Wise Music songwriting and composing team Adam and Paula Pickering aka The Daydream Club. They asked the Wise Music teams from all over the world to choose their absolute favourite songs from the Wise Music catalogue (their Wise Choice). From this list Adam & Paula look into the history surrounding the songs and where the story leads them with connections to other notable versions, covers and samples. New episodes every other Wednesday. If you liked this you might also enjoy Composing Myself - an official Wise Music podcast featuring interviews with composers and songwriters, taking an in-depth look at their process. Tracklist: Kono Samourai - Yamasuki Singers The Healer - Erykah Badu Mum Tells Me - WaqWaq Kingdom Alghalem - Terakaft Arghane Manine - Terakaft Clouds - Gigi Masin Broken Clouds - Gaussian Curve Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode takes a look at some of the groups emerging in the 60's that helped guide the sound from Ska and rocksteady into the more laid back Reggae including the legends; Bob Marley & the Wailers and Toots and the Maytals. Wise Choice is an official Wise Music Group podcast celebrating 50 years of Wise Music and taking the opportunity to delve into the vast catalogue of incredible songs and artists that are part of the Wise family. The show is hosted by Wise Music songwriting and composing team Adam and Paula Pickering aka The Daydream Club. They asked the Wise Music teams from all over the world to choose their absolute favourite songs from the Wise Music catalogue (their Wise Choice). From this list Adam & Paula look into the history surrounding the songs and where the story leads them with connections to other notable versions, covers and samples. New episodes every other Wednesday. If you liked this you might also enjoy Composing Myself - an official Wise Music podcast featuring interviews with composers and songwriters, taking an in-depth look at their process. Tracklist: Get Up, Stand Up - Bob Marley & The Wailers Get Up, Stand Up (Thievery Corporation Remix) - Bob Marley & the Wailers Buffalo Soldier - Bob Marley & The Wailers Buffalo Soldier (Stephen Marley Remix) - Bob Marley & The Wailers Got To Be Tough - Toots and The Maytals Got To Be Tough (Until The Ribbon Breaks Re-Imagination) Why Must I? - The Heptones Through the Fire I Come - The Heptones Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode takes a look at Otis Redding and two of his signature tracks which then leads to some interesting versions and connections. Wise Choice is an official Wise Music Group podcast celebrating 50 years of Wise Music and taking the opportunity to delve into the vast catalogue of incredible songs and artists that are part of the Wise family. The show is hosted by Wise Music songwriting and composing team Adam and Paula Pickering aka The Daydream Club. They asked the Wise Music teams from all over the world to choose their absolute favourite songs from the Wise Music catalogue (their Wise Choice). From this list Adam & Paula look into the history surrounding the songs and where the story leads them with connections to other notable versions, covers and samples. New episodes every other Wednesday. If you liked this you might also enjoy Composing Myself - an official Wise Music podcast featuring interviews with composers and songwriters, taking an in-depth look at their process. Tracklist: That’s How Strong My Love Is - Otis Redding That’s How Strong My Love Is - O. V. Wright That’s How Strong My Love Is - The Rolling Stones That’s How Strong My Love Is - Candi Staton That’s How Strong My Love Is - The Hollies He Ain’t Heavy, He’s My Brother - The Hollies Hope - Allan Clarke I Can’t Make It - James Carr Try A Little Tenderness - Bing Crosby Try A Little Tenderness - Frank Sinatra Try A Little Tenderness - Otis Redding Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode takes a look at some of the gorgeous collaborations with contemporary artists in the Wise Music catalogue, including: Ólafur Arnalds, Anoushka Shankar and Ngaiire to name a few. Wise Choice is an official Wise Music Group podcast celebrating 50 years of Wise Music and taking the opportunity to delve into the vast catalogue of incredible songs and artists that are part of the Wise family. The show is hosted by Wise Music songwriting and composing team Adam and Paula Pickering aka The Daydream Club. They asked the Wise Music teams from all over the world to choose their absolute favourite songs from the Wise Music catalogue (their Wise Choice). From this list Adam & Paula look into the history surrounding the songs and where the story leads them with connections to other notable versions, covers and samples. New episodes every other Wednesday. If you liked this you might also enjoy Composing Myself - an official Wise Music podcast featuring interviews with composers and songwriters, taking an in-depth look at their process. Tracklist: Loom - Ólafur Arnalds feat. Bonobo Lose My Way - Ane Brun & Dustin O’Halloran Horizons (From ‘Puzzle’) - Dustin O’Halloran, Ane Brun In This Mouth - Anoushka Shankar (feat. Alev Lenz) Bright Eyes - Anoushka Shankar (feat. Alev Lenz) Jupiter - Sufjan Stevens, Bryce Dessner, Nico Muhly & James McAlister Ordinary - Ngaiire (ft Brian Campeau and Elana Stone) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode looks at cover songs including some that you might not have realised were not the original featuring: The Sonics, Carpenters, Sonic Youth, Ray Charles, Joe Cocker, Sharon Van Etten. Wise Choice is an official Wise Music Group podcast celebrating 50 years of Wise Music and taking the opportunity to delve into the vast catalogue of incredible songs and artists that are part of the Wise family. The show is hosted by Wise Music songwriting and composing team Adam and Paula Pickering aka The Daydream Club. They asked the Wise Music teams from all over the world to choose their absolute favourite songs from the Wise Music catalogue (their Wise Choice). From this list Adam & Paula look into the history surrounding the songs and where the story leads them with connections to other notable versions, covers and samples. New episodes every other Wednesday. If you liked this you might also enjoy Composing Myself - an official Wise Music podcast featuring interviews with composers and songwriters, taking an in-depth look at their process. Tracklist: Have Love Will Travel - Richard Berry & The Pharaohs Have Love Will Travel - The Sonics Groupie (Superstar) - Delaney & Bonnie Superstar - Carpenters Superstar - Sonic Youth Unchain My Heart - Ray Charles Unchain My Heart - Joe Cocker Unchain My Heart - The Daydream Club The End of the World - Skeeter Davis The End of the World - Sharon Van Etten Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode looks at classic 80's soul and R&B legends including; Chaka Khan, Whitney Houston and George Benson. Wise Choice is an official Wise Music Group podcast celebrating 50 years of Wise Music and taking the opportunity to delve into the vast catalogue of incredible songs and artists that are part of the Wise family. The show is hosted by Wise Music songwriting and composing team Adam and Paula Pickering aka The Daydream Club. They asked the Wise Music teams from all over the world to choose their absolute favourite songs from the Wise Music catalogue (their Wise Choice). From this list Adam & Paula look into the history surrounding the songs and where the story leads them with connections to other notable versions, covers and samples. New episodes every other Wednesday. If you liked this you might also enjoy Composing Myself - an official Wise Music podcast featuring interviews with composers and songwriters, taking an in-depth look at their process. Tracklist: What Cha’ Gonna Do For Me - Chaka Khan What Cha’ Gonna Do For Me - The Average White Band Eye To Eye - Chaka Khan All At Once - Whitney Houston On the Wings of Love - Jeffrey Osborne Turn Your Love Around - George Benson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode looks at Eddie Cochran, Gene Vincent and the early days of Rockabilly / Rock and Roll with stories behind the tracks also including; The Mills Brothers, Fats Domino, Everly Brothers, PJ Harvey and Marc Bolan. Wise Choice is an official Wise Music Group podcast celebrating 50 years of Wise Music and taking the opportunity to delve into the vast catalogue of incredible songs and artists that are part of the Wise family. The show is hosted by Wise Music songwriting and composing team Adam and Paula Pickering aka The Daydream Club. They asked the Wise Music teams from all over the world to choose their absolute favourite songs from the Wise Music catalogue (their Wise Choice). From this list Adam & Paula look into the history surrounding the songs and where the story leads them with connections to other notable versions, covers and samples. New episodes every other Wednesday. If you liked this you might also enjoy Composing Myself - an official Wise Music podcast featuring interviews with composers and songwriters, taking an in-depth look at their process. Tracklist: Twenty Flight Rock - Eddie Cochran You Always Hurt the One You Love - The Mills Brothers You Always Hurt the One You Love - Fats Domino Be-Bop-A-Lula - Gene Vincent and His Blue Caps Be-Bop-A-Lula - Everly Brothers Summertime Blues - Eddie Cochran The Words That Maketh Murder - PJ Harvey Rings of Fortune - Marc Bolan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode looks at the looks at iconic instrumentals and the facts behind the tracks including; Perez Prado, The Moontrekkers, The Tornados, Joe Meek, Bill Frisell, Dick Dale and His Del-Tones, James Last and Jefferson Airplane. Wise Choice is an official Wise Music Group podcast celebrating 50 years of Wise Music and taking the opportunity to delve into the vast catalogue of incredible songs and artists that are part of the Wise family. The show is hosted by Wise Music songwriting and composing team Adam and Paula Pickering aka The Daydream Club. They asked the Wise Music teams from all over the world to choose their absolute favourite songs from the Wise Music catalogue (their Wise Choice). From this list Adam & Paula look into the history surrounding the songs and where the story leads them with connections to other notable versions, covers and samples. New episodes every other Wednesday. If you liked this you might also enjoy Composing Myself - an official Wise Music podcast featuring interviews with composers and songwriters, taking an in-depth look at their process. Tracklist: Guaglione - Perez Prado Guaglione - Aurelio Fierro Night of the Vampire - The Moontrekkers Telstar - The Tornados Telstar - Bill Frisell Misirlou - Dick Dale & His Del-Tones Pump It - Black Eyed Peas Einsamer Hirte (Lonely Shepherd) - James Last & Gheorghe Zamfir Embryonic Journey - Jefferson Airplane Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode looks at the history and connections surrounding Billie Holiday and her music. Wise Choice is an official Wise Music Group podcast celebrating 50 years of Wise Music and taking the opportunity to delve into the vast catalogue of incredible songs and artists that are part of the Wise family. The show is hosted by Wise Music songwriting and composing team Adam and Paula Pickering aka The Daydream Club. They asked the Wise Music teams from all over the world to choose their absolute favourite songs from the Wise Music catalogue (their Wise Choice). From this list Adam & Paula look into the history surrounding the songs and where the story leads them with connections to other notable versions, covers and samples. New episodes every other Wednesday. If you liked this you might also enjoy Composing Myself - an official Wise Music podcast featuring interviews with composers and songwriters, taking an in-depth look at their process. Tracklist: What a Little Moonlight Can Do - Billie Holiday Strange Fruit - Billie Holiday Strange Fruit - Cocteau Twins There Is No Greater Love - Billie Holiday There Is No Greater Love - Isham Jones Orchestra and Woody Herman Solitude - Billie Holiday Solitude - Ella Fitzgerald Crazy He Calls Me - Billie Holiday Crazy He Calls Me - Aretha Franklin Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode is a Christmas special looking at the stories and connections with some awesome Christmas tunes including Bing Crosby, The Andrews Sisters, Fred Waring, Greg Lake and Aled Jones. Wise Choice is an official Wise Music Group podcast celebrating 50 years of Wise Music and taking the opportunity to delve into the vast catalogue of incredible songs and artists that are part of the Wise family. The show is hosted by Wise Music songwriting and composing team Adam and Paula Pickering aka The Daydream Club. They asked the Wise Music teams from all over the world to choose their absolute favourite songs from the Wise Music catalogue (their Wise Choice). From this list Adam & Paula look into the history surrounding the songs and where the story leads them with connections to other notable versions, covers and samples. New episodes every other Wednesday. If you liked this you might also enjoy Composing Myself - an official Wise Music podcast featuring interviews with composers and songwriters, taking an in-depth look at their process. Tracklist: Here Comes Santa Claus - Bing Crosby & The Andrews Sisters We Three Kings - Fred Waring & His Pennsylvanians I Believe In Father Christmas - Emerson, lake and Palmer Christmas Wish - She & Him Snow - Sleeping At Last Silent Night - Lullaby Corner Christmas Will Really Be Christmas - Black Pumas Walking In The Air - Aled Jones Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode looks at the history and connections in Disco including Boney M. Bobby Hebb, A Taste of Honey, The Gibson Brothers, Who's Who, Daniel Vangarde, Ottawan, Earth, Wind & Fire. Wise Choice is an official Wise Music Group podcast celebrating 50 years of Wise Music and taking the opportunity to delve into the vast catalogue of incredible songs and artists that are part of the Wise family. The show is hosted by Wise Music songwriting and composing team Adam and Paula Pickering aka The Daydream Club. They asked the Wise Music teams from all over the world to choose their absolute favourite songs from the Wise Music catalogue (their Wise Choice). From this list Adam & Paula look into the history surrounding the songs and where the story leads them with connections to other notable versions, covers and samples. New episodes every other Wednesday. If you liked this you might also enjoy Composing Myself - an official Wise Music podcast featuring interviews with composers and songwriters, taking an in-depth look at their process. Tracklist: Sunny - Boney M. Sunny - Bobby Hebb Ooh Wee - Mark Ronson feat Ghostface Killer, Nate Dog, Trife & Saigon Boogie Oogie Oogie - A Taste of Honey Cuba - The Gibson Brothers Hypnodance - Who’s Who D.I.S.C.O - Ottawan Let’s Groove - Earth Wind & Fire Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode looks at the history and connections in the 90's including Shakespears Sister, Dawn Penn, Fatboy Slim and 2Pac. Wise Choice is an official Wise Music Group podcast celebrating 50 years of Wise Music and taking the opportunity to delve into the vast catalogue of incredible songs and artists that are part of the Wise family. The show is hosted by Wise Music songwriting and composing team Adam and Paula Pickering aka The Daydream Club. They asked the Wise Music teams from all over the world to choose their absolute favourite songs from the Wise Music catalogue (their Wise Choice). From this list Adam & Paula look into the history surrounding the songs and where the story leads them with connections to other notable versions, covers and samples. New episodes every other Wednesday. If you liked this you might also enjoy Composing Myself - an official Wise Music podcast featuring interviews with composers and songwriters, taking an in-depth look at their process. Tracklist: Stay - Shakespears Sister With You - Tourist Stay (Ven A Mi) - Il Divo You Don’t Love Me (No, No, No) - Dawn Penn You Don’t Love Me (No, No, No) (Original Version) - Dawn Penn Amazing - Mary J. Blige feat. DJ Khaled Song for Lindy - Fatboy Slim Better Days by Jimi Polo West Coast Poplock - Ronnie Hudson & The Street People California Love - 2Pac ft. Dr. Dre & Roger Troutman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode looks at the history and connections in Post-Punk / New Wave including Japan, David Sylvian, Ryuichi Sakamoto, The Passions, The Church, Bel Canto, Gloria Jones and Soft Cell.. Wise Choice is an official Wise Music Group podcast celebrating 50 years of Wise Music and taking the opportunity to delve into the vast catalogue of incredible songs and artists that are part of the Wise family. The show is hosted by Wise Music songwriting and composing team Adam and Paula Pickering aka The Daydream Club. They asked the Wise Music teams from all over the world to choose their absolute favourite songs from the Wise Music catalogue (their Wise Choice). From this list Adam & Paula look into the history surrounding the songs and where the story leads them with connections to other notable versions, covers and samples. New episodes every other Wednesday. If you liked this you might also enjoy Composing Myself - an official Wise Music podcast featuring interviews with composers and songwriters, taking an in-depth look at their process. Tracklist: Suburban Love - Japan Quiet Life - Japan Nostalgia - David Sylvian Forbidden Colours - David Sylvian and Ryuichi Sakamoto I’m In Love With A German Film Star - The Passions Reptile - The Church Without You - Bel Canto Tainted Love - Gloria Jones Tainted Love - Soft Cell Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode looks at the history and connections in Northern Soul including Dobie Gray, Marlena Shaw, Mel & Tim, Billy Preston and Merry Clayton. Wise Choice is an official Wise Music Group podcast celebrating 50 years of Wise Music and taking the opportunity to delve into the vast catalogue of incredible songs and artists that are part of the Wise family. The show is hosted by Wise Music songwriting and composing team Adam and Paula Pickering aka The Daydream Club. They asked the Wise Music teams from all over the world to choose their absolute favourite songs from the Wise Music catalogue (their Wise Choice). From this list Adam & Paula look into the history surrounding the songs and where the story leads them with connections to other notable versions, covers and samples. New episodes every other Wednesday. If you liked this you might also enjoy Composing Myself - an official Wise Music podcast featuring interviews with composers and songwriters, taking an in-depth look at their process. Tracklist: The ‘In' Crowd - Dobie Gray The ’In’ Crowd - The Mamas & the Papas The ‘In’ Crowd - The Ramsey Lewis Trio Let’s Wade In The Water - Marlena Shaw Backfield in Motion - Mel & Tim The Girl’s Got it - Billy Preston I’ve Got My Eyes On You - Merry Clayton Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode focuses on The Zombies, looking at their story and the songs/artists that are connected to them including; Santana, Kurt Elling, Melanie Fiona, Foo Fighters, The Daydream Club, Argent, Colin Blunstone and Kiss. Wise Choice is an official Wise Music Group podcast celebrating 50 years of Wise Music and taking the opportunity to delve into the vast catalogue of incredible songs and artists that are part of the Wise family. The show is hosted by Wise Music songwriting and composing team Adam and Paula Pickering aka The Daydream Club. They asked the Wise Music teams from all over the world to choose their absolute favourite songs from the Wise Music catalogue (their Wise Choice). From this list Adam & Paula look into the history surrounding the songs and where the story leads them with connections to other notable versions, covers and samples. New episodes every other Wednesday. https://www.wisemusic.com If you liked this you might also enjoy Composing Myself - an official Wise Music podcast featuring interviews with composers and songwriters, taking an in-depth look at their process. Tracks: She’s Not There - The Zombies She’s Not There - Santana Time of the Season - The Zombies Give It To Me Right - Melanie Fiona Time of the Season - Kurt Elling This Will Be Our Year - The Zombies This Will Be Our Year - Foo Fighters This Will Be Our Year - The Daydream Club Caroline Goodbye - Colin Blunstone God Gave Rock and Roll to You - Argent God Gave Rock ’N’ Roll To You II - Kiss Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode looks at the history and connections between The Paragons, Blondie, John Holt, Massive Attack, UB40, Lord Creator, Lilly Allen and Tommy McCook and The Supersonics. Wise Choice is an official Wise Music Group podcast celebrating 50 years of Wise Music and taking the opportunity to delve into the vast catalogue of incredible songs and artists that are part of the Wise family. The show is hosted by Wise Music songwriting and composing team Adam and Paula Pickering aka The Daydream Club. They asked the Wise Music teams from all over the world to choose their absolute favourite songs from the Wise Music catalogue (their Wise Choice). From this list Adam & Paula look into the history surrounding the songs and where the story leads them with connections to other notable versions, covers and samples. New episodes every other Wednesday. https://www.wisemusic.com If you liked this you might also enjoy Composing Myself - an official Wise Music podcast featuring interviews with composers and songwriters, taking an in-depth look at their process. Tracks: The Tide Is High - The Paragons The Tide Is High - Blondie The Tide Is High feat. Deborah Harry - The Jazz Passengers Man Next Door - John Holt Man Next Door - Massive Attack Kingston Town - UB40 Kingston Town - Lord Creator King and Queen - Lord Creator & the Skatalites LDN - Lily Allen Reggae Merrengue - Tommy McCook & the Supersonics Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode focuses on Minnie Riperton, looking at her story and the songs/artists that are connected to her including; Stevie Wonder, The Rotary Connection, Nuyorican Soul, 4Hero, Jurassic 5 and A Tribe Called Quest. Wise Choice is an official Wise Music Group podcast celebrating 50 years of Wise Music and taking the opportunity to delve into the vast catalogue of incredible songs and artists that are part of the Wise family. The show is hosted by Wise Music songwriting and composing team Adam and Paula Pickering aka The Daydream Club. They asked the Wise Music teams from all over the world to choose their absolute favourite songs from the Wise Music catalogue (their Wise Choice). From this list Adam & Paula look into the history surrounding the songs and where the story leads them with connections to other notable versions, covers and samples. New episodes every other Wednesday. https://www.wisemusic.com If you liked this you might also enjoy Composing Myself - an official Wise Music podcast featuring interviews with composers and songwriters, taking an in-depth look at their process. Tracks: Les Fleurs - Minnie Riperton Les Fleurs - 4Hero Thin Line - Jurassic 5 feat. Nelly Furtado I Am The Black Gold Of The Sun - The Rotary Connection I Am The Black Gold Of The Sun - Nuyorican Soul Lovin’ You - Minnie Riperton Lovin’ You - Hers Lyrics To Go - A Tribe Called Quest Inside My Love - Minnie Riperton Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.