Ep 27. Darlene Love: Finally Arriving at Stardom
- June 28, 2013
Darlene Love is an American singer and actress, who has been in the music industry for over six decades. In this episode of Popcorn with Peter Travers, Peter sits down with the legendary Darlene Love to talk about her life and career journey.
The episode titled "Darlene Love: Finally Arriving at Stardom", takes the viewers through the ups and downs of Love's fascinating career. Love, who came from a troubled childhood, found solace in music early on in life. She was a part of various music groups in her younger days but it was her collaboration with Phil Spector that put her in the limelight.
Love's time with Spector was filled with mixed emotions. On one hand, she became a part of some of the most iconic songs of the 60s, like "He's a Rebel" and "Da Doo Ron Ron". On the other hand, she was not credited for her work and received no royalties for the tracks. Love discusses this time period candidly with Travers and shares how it was only after years of fighting that she was finally able to get the recognition she deserved.
Apart from her collaborations with Spector, Love also worked with various other big names in the music industry. She talks about her time performing on Broadway, her stint with Elvis Presley, and her experience of working with David Letterman.
Love's career in music, however, was not the only thing keeping her busy. She was also an actress, with roles in numerous films like the Lethal Weapon franchise and the Oscar-winning film 20 Feet From Stardom. Love tells Travers how it was her singing of the National Anthem at the 1985 NBA Finals that caught the eye of Lethal Weapon director Richard Donner and turned her into an actress.
Throughout the episode, Love speaks with great passion and emotion. She shares how music has been a constant in her life, helping her through even the toughest of times. Love also talks about her love for her fans, who have stayed with her through the highs and lows of her career.
"Darlene Love: Finally Arriving at Stardom" is a heartwarming and inspiring episode that showcases the remarkable journey of a truly talented artist. It is a must-watch for anyone who loves music and is interested in learning about the history of the industry.