The Story Behind The B-52s' “Love Shack" with Kate Pierson

Knock a little louder, baby, because we're going to the "Love Shack" with The B-52s' on this episode of The Story Behind the Song podcast. The legendary new wave dance-rock group got the whole world moving and grooving when they released the song in the summer of 1989 on their album Cosmic Thing. On this episode, The B-52s' Kate Pierson talks about working with producer Don Was on "Love Shack" to get it on the record at the last minute, getting a seal of approval from R.E.M., and the magic behind the iconic "T-i-i-i-n roof! Rusted."
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[@markcollins2666]

I saw the B52's with the Talking Heads, in Austin, Texas, at the Armadillo World Headquarters, in 1978. A great, famous venue, but really, it was just an old brick National Guard armory, the same as you see in many towns, all over the US. Just a drill shed, with metal folding chairs for seating, bars and snack vendors along the side walls, and a low stage at the back. Right away, the crowd folded up all the chairs, placed them in their carts, and danced the rest of the night away. Unforgettable. One of the best shows I ever saw, up there with Bob Dylan and Eric Clapton.

[@ThePerry4family]

Kate looks great!! Love Shack is needed when I feel down

[@leamon2501]

Such a beauty 😍

[@toddspringer6098]

I have always loved the sound and music of this band.
They were always the band that made me happy at my lowest.

[@rebirthaudio2023]

Great interview with a real musical icon. Thank you

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❤❤❤ NYC, earthday, central park❤❤❤

[@Dr.Quarex]

I am still not sure I understand the tin roof part even after the explanation but the song is great so really, who cares? Haha

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