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 KnucklesBaby Wants To Ride - Jamie Principle / Frankie KnucklesYou Got The Love - The Source ft. Candi StatonAdagio for Strings - Samuel BarberAdagio For Strings (Ferry Corsten Radio Edit) - William OrbitPapua New Guinea - The Future Sound of LondonFreed 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 KnackGloria - Laura BraniganStay - Maurice Williams & The ZodiacsStay (Carribean Mix) - Maurice Williams Feat. Luke BalbosaStay - 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 SingersThe Healer - Erykah BaduMum Tells Me - WaqWaq KingdomAlghalem - TerakaftArghane Manine - TerakaftClouds - Gigi MasinBroken 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 WailersGet Up, Stand Up (Thievery Corporation Remix) - Bob Marley & the WailersBuffalo Soldier - Bob Marley & The WailersBuffalo Soldier (Stephen Marley Remix) - Bob Marley & The WailersGot To Be Tough - Toots and The MaytalsGot To Be Tough (Until The Ribbon Breaks Re-Imagination)Why Must I? - The HeptonesThrough 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 ReddingThat’s How Strong My Love Is - O. V. WrightThat’s How Strong My Love Is - The Rolling StonesThat’s How Strong My Love Is - Candi StatonThat’s How Strong My Love Is - The HolliesHe Ain’t Heavy, He’s My Brother - The HolliesHope - Allan ClarkeI Can’t Make It - James CarrTry A Little Tenderness - Bing CrosbyTry A Little Tenderness - Frank SinatraTry 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. BonoboLose My Way - Ane Brun & Dustin O’HalloranHorizons (From ‘Puzzle’) - Dustin O’Halloran, Ane BrunIn This Mouth - Anoushka Shankar (feat. Alev Lenz)Bright Eyes - Anoushka Shankar (feat. Alev Lenz)Jupiter - Sufjan Stevens, Bryce Dessner, Nico Muhly & James McAlisterOrdinary - 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 PharaohsHave Love Will Travel - The SonicsGroupie (Superstar) - Delaney & BonnieSuperstar - CarpentersSuperstar - Sonic YouthUnchain My Heart - Ray CharlesUnchain My Heart - Joe CockerUnchain My Heart - The Daydream ClubThe End of the World - Skeeter DavisThe 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 KhanWhat Cha’ Gonna Do For Me - The Average White BandEye To Eye - Chaka KhanAll At Once - Whitney HoustonOn the Wings of Love - Jeffrey OsborneTurn 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 CochranYou Always Hurt the One You Love - The Mills BrothersYou Always Hurt the One You Love - Fats DominoBe-Bop-A-Lula - Gene Vincent and His Blue CapsBe-Bop-A-Lula - Everly BrothersSummertime Blues - Eddie CochranThe Words That Maketh Murder - PJ HarveyRings 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 PradoGuaglione - Aurelio FierroNight of the Vampire - The MoontrekkersTelstar - The TornadosTelstar - Bill FrisellMisirlou - Dick Dale & His Del-TonesPump It - Black Eyed PeasEinsamer Hirte (Lonely Shepherd) - James Last & Gheorghe ZamfirEmbryonic 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 HolidayStrange Fruit - Billie HolidayStrange Fruit - Cocteau TwinsThere Is No Greater Love - Billie HolidayThere Is No Greater Love - Isham Jones Orchestra and Woody HermanSolitude - Billie HolidaySolitude - Ella FitzgeraldCrazy He Calls Me - Billie HolidayCrazy 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 SistersWe Three Kings - Fred Waring & His PennsylvaniansI Believe In Father Christmas - Emerson, lake and PalmerChristmas Wish - She & HimSnow - Sleeping At LastSilent Night - Lullaby CornerChristmas Will Really Be Christmas - Black PumasWalking 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 HebbOoh Wee - Mark Ronson feat Ghostface Killer, Nate Dog, Trife & SaigonBoogie Oogie Oogie - A Taste of HoneyCuba - The Gibson BrothersHypnodance - Who’s WhoD.I.S.C.O - OttawanLet’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 SisterWith You - TouristStay (Ven A Mi) - Il DivoYou Don’t Love Me (No, No, No) - Dawn PennYou Don’t Love Me (No, No, No) (Original Version) - Dawn PennAmazing - Mary J. Blige feat. DJ KhaledSong for Lindy - Fatboy SlimBetter Days by Jimi PoloWest Coast Poplock - Ronnie Hudson & The Street PeopleCalifornia 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 - JapanQuiet Life - JapanNostalgia - David SylvianForbidden Colours - David Sylvian and Ryuichi SakamotoI’m In Love With A German Film Star - The PassionsReptile - The ChurchWithout You - Bel CantoTainted Love - Gloria JonesTainted 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 GrayThe ’In’ Crowd - The Mamas & the PapasThe ‘In’ Crowd - The Ramsey Lewis TrioLet’s Wade In The Water - Marlena ShawBackfield in Motion - Mel & TimThe Girl’s Got it - Billy PrestonI’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.comIf 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 ZombiesShe’s Not There - SantanaTime of the Season - The ZombiesGive It To Me Right - Melanie Fiona Time of the Season - Kurt EllingThis Will Be Our Year - The ZombiesThis Will Be Our Year - Foo FightersThis Will Be Our Year - The Daydream ClubCaroline Goodbye - Colin BlunstoneGod Gave Rock and Roll to You - ArgentGod 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.comIf 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 ParagonsThe Tide Is High - BlondieThe Tide Is High feat. Deborah Harry - The Jazz PassengersMan Next Door - John HoltMan Next Door - Massive AttackKingston Town - UB40Kingston Town - Lord CreatorKing and Queen - Lord Creator & the SkatalitesLDN - Lily AllenReggae 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.comIf 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 RipertonLes Fleurs - 4HeroThin Line - Jurassic 5 feat. Nelly FurtadoI Am The Black Gold Of The Sun - The Rotary ConnectionI Am The Black Gold Of The Sun - Nuyorican SoulLovin’ You - Minnie RipertonLovin’ You - HersLyrics To Go - A Tribe Called QuestInside My Love - Minnie Riperton Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.