Words - The Bee Gees Podcast

In May 1980, Jimmy Ruffin released his seventh and final studio album, 'Sunrise'. This often-overlooked album consisted of compositions by Robin Gibb and Blue Weaver (with contributions from Barry, Maurice and Andy), with the pair also producing the album. 'Sunrise' is a fascinating combination of the distinct Robin Gibb lyrics, Weaver's trademark arrangements and Ruffin's motown style. When Marcy Levy's vocals and 1970s soul sounds are added in, the result is a charming and totally unique album in the Gibb catalogue. Stuart and Cristiano delve into 'Sunrise', as well as some surrounding material from Robin.Hold On To My Love - Gulymix: JIMMY RUFFIN feat. ROBIN GIBB - Hold On To My Love - Extended Mix (gulymix) (youtube.com)Follow the podcast on Instagram and Facebook @wordsbeegeespodcast, and on Twitter @wordsbeegeespod. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com

Stuart and Cristiano delve into Andy Gibb's third and final studio album, 'After Dark', released in early 1980. The discouse which often surrounds this album focuses on the overdubs and input from Barry (who also pens almost all of the material on this album), due to Andy's declining vocal capabilities and his absence from recording sessions. However, there's a whole new side to 'After Dark', as Stuart will explain...After Dark instrumental: https://youtu.be/GD58kCp6ZBE?si=MXDquwxF2J3EL_DNFollow the podcast on Instagram and Facebook @wordsbeegeespodcast, and on Twitter @wordsbeegeespod. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com

Stuart and Cristiano return for side two of 'Spirits Having Flown', as well as a summary of the Bee Gees' accompanying tour of North America, and a reflection of the album over four decades later, with thoughts from contemporary critics and listeners of the podcast. Acapella ;Living Together' - Bee Gees Living Together (Vocal Track) - YouTubeFollow the podcast on Instagram and Facebook @wordsbeegeespodcast, and on Twitter @wordsbeegeespod. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com

Spirits are flying high with this seminal 1979 release from the Bee Gees. Rounding off half a decade of chart topping singles and albums, 'Spirits Having Flown' epitomised the Brothers Gibb at the height of their game. Spotless production and arrangements, pitch-perfect falsettos and a refinement of the disco and ballads styles which had defined their recent material, all culminating in one of the group's best regarded, and best selling, albums. In Part One, Stuart and Cristiano discuss side one of the album, and the context of its recording.A capella Too Much Heaven: Bee Gees - Too Much Heaven - Acapella (Only Vocals) - (Vocal Track) - YouTubeFollow the podcast on Instagram and Facebook @wordsbeegeespodcast, and on Twitter @wordsbeegeespod. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com

Stuart and Cristiano return to the youngest Gibb brother for Andy's second album, 'Shadow Dancing'. Released in 1978, this is an album of two halves; side one: Barry, and side two: Andy. With a majority of the latter's compositions being relegated to the album's second side in favour of his elder brother and Blue Weaver's single-worthy material on side one - which included chart-topping hits such as the title track, 'Our Love (Don't Throw It All Away)' and 'An Everlasting Love' - there's a whole different side to this album which is far too often overlooked, with Andy developing his country singer-songwriter approach from 'Flowing Rivers' and adapting to his disco and pop surroundings. Find us on Instagram and Facebook @wordsbeegeespodcast, and on Twitter @wordsbeegeespod. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com

Stuart and Cristiano are joined by Andrew Sandoval, curator of Bee Gees reissues, author of 'The Day-By-Day Story 1945-1972, contributor to the 'Ultimate Biography' and renowned radio host, music producer and performer. Sandoval discusses his journey through the Gibb catalogue, from his 1997 recording of 'Nobody's Someone', to the joys and tribulations of reissuing the Bee Gees' music, through to his current work hosting 'Come To The Sunshine' and his involvement with the Monkees' discography.Come To The Sunshine radio show: WFMU: Come to the Sunshine with Andrew Sandoval: Playlists and ArchivesFind us on Instagram and Facebook @wordsbeegeespodcast, and on Twitter @wordsbeegeespod. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com