Greatest Lists S1 #16 “Maniac” by Michael Sembello

The first season of Greatest Lists features the Top 50 ’80s Movie Soundtrack Songs and in this episode, Jason chooses “Maniac” by Michael Sembello from Flashdance as the #16 song on the list. Listen to get the scoop on the song’s history, commercial success, and the hosts’ personal history and reviews.

Greatest Lists is best heard on Spotify Premium, which includes the featured song in its entirety during the show and bonus songs at the end. If you use a different app to listen to Greatest Lists and want to listen to the music, use this Songwhip link to connect with “Maniac” by Michael Sembello in your favorite music app. This episode also has two bonus songs: “Automatic Man” by Michael Sembello and “Imagination” from Laura Branigan

Greatest Lists is best heard on Spotify Premium with the featured songs played directly after each podcast. You can also connect with the show in your favorite listening app like Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, and more or stream episodes by visiting the Greatest Lists website.

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Follow Greatest Lists on Twitter @GreatestLists and give the hosts your feedback on this episode’s song choice!

While you are here, watch the music video for “Maniac” which is discussed during the podcast.

Also watch the ridiculously weird music video for “Automatic Man”…

And then finally, watch the “TV Geisha” performance from Flashdance featuring “Imagination” from Laura Branigan.

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'80s Kid, '90s Grad, and '00s Dad. I've been writing and podcasting about 1980s pop culture since 2011 at my Rediscoverthe80s.com website. I collect vinyl, cassingles, '80s comics, Batman memorabilia, and all things Mobile Armored Strike Kommand.

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