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History in Five Songs Episode 378: Falsetto

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Show Notes

In Episode 378 of History in Five Songs with Martin Popoff, Martin examines the many ways rock singers use falsetto. From the theatrical and expressive styles of Queen and David Bowie to the comedic, shrieking, and novelty approaches of artists including King Diamond and the Rolling Stones, Martin goes deep on this one.

King Diamond – “Little One"

Queen – “Cool Cat”

Halford – “Silent Screams”

David Bowie – “Ashes to Ashes”

Rolling Stones – “Fool to Cry”

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