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Unveiling 'Madonna Road' - A Deep Dive into John Hiatt's Mystical Classic

Unveiling 'Madonna Road' - A Deep Dive into John Hiatt's Mystical Classic

Update: 2025-08-18
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Welcome to the 152nd episode of 'Perfectly Good Podcast,' your top John Hiatt podcast, hosted by Jesse Jackson and Sylvan Groth. In this episode, we explore the enigmatic song 'Madonna Road' from Hiatt's album 'Slug Line.' This deep dive uncovers the fascinating backstory involving John Hiatt and co-writer Jim Wimar, discusses the song's peculiar lyrics, and reminisces about its personal significance. Join us as we dissect the melody, cadence, and potential hidden meanings behind this mysterious track. Don't miss this nostalgic and insightful journey into Hiatt's early work!

00:00 Introduction and Greetings
01:49 Starting a New Letter in the Hyatt Catalog
02:41 Discussing 'Madonna Road' from Slug Line
04:22 John Hyatt's Early Years and Band Stories
06:53 Speculations and Interpretations of 'Madonna Road'
08:08 Analyzing the Lyrics of 'Madonna Road'
21:45 Analyzing the Lyrics
22:11 Interpreting the Imagery
23:18 The Story Behind the Song
25:23 Personal Reflections and Nostalgia
28:50 Rating the Song
37:25 Listener Engagement and Closing Thoughts

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Unveiling 'Madonna Road' - A Deep Dive into John Hiatt's Mystical Classic

Unveiling 'Madonna Road' - A Deep Dive into John Hiatt's Mystical Classic

Jesse Jackson