Episode 55: 'Diva' with Riva Taylor

Singer songwriter Riva Taylor joins Mike to share her love for 'Diva', the debut solo album from the iconic Annie Lennox. After ruling the 80's with Dave Stewart as part of Eurythmics, Annie kickstarted her solo career with an album full of career defining songs including 'Why', 'Little Bird' and 'Walking On Broken Glass'. Together Riva and Mike discuss how Annie was able to forge her own path throughout the 90's and beyond. Which song on the album does Dave Stewart believe Annie wrote about him? How did the single release for 'Cold' make UK chart history? In what way did Annie Lennox pave the way for the Spice Girls?   PLUS: Hear 'IN LOVE (no more)', a standout track from Riva's most recent EP 'TWH.2' Enjoy another jam packed episode of 'My Classic Album'. For more information on the show: Head over to www.myclassicalbum.co.uk Like us on Facebook at 'My Classic Album with Mike Norris' Follow us on Instagram @myclassicalbumpodcast Or on Twitter @mca_podcast Music Credits: 'This Is Rock' by Silvia Marchese 'IN LOVE (no more)' by Riva Taylor Released on and played with permission from Bloom Recordings.  All music rights reserved to their respective owners.