Rock Music's Saccharine Turn
Rock historian Ed Ward says its time we give bubblegum pop another listen. In contrast to the bombastic concept albums of the 1970s that were released at the same time, these one-off songs were catchy and accessible, and helped expand rock and roll's fanbase.
Other segments from the episode on April 11, 1989
Fresh Air with Terry Gross, April 11, 1989: Interview with Yoko Ono; Commentary on bubblegum music; Interview with David Cale; Review of Maxine Hong Kingston's novel "Tripmaster Monkey."
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