Heart’s Don’t Lie - The La Toya Jackson Podcast

Welcome to our very first La Toya Jackson News Round-Up!From the new Michael movie and La Toya’s role in the film, to her recent RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars appearance, viral social media moments, red carpet appearances, and a huge spike in Spotify streams… La Toya is firmly back in the spotlight.We also discuss:- her portrayal in the Michael film by Jessica Sula- the return of her reality TV content online- the internet rediscovering her music and personality- why this current resurgence feels bigger than simple nostalgiaPlus — I want to hear from YOU. How did you first discover La Toya? Send in your stories, favourite songs, and first impressions for a future listener segment.The La Toya renaissance is happening in real time… and we’re documenting it as it unfolds.

After nine episodes exploring every La Toya Jackson studio album, we’ve reached the moments that live in between the eras. In this episode, we step away from the album tracklists and shine a light on the standalone singles, collaborations, and hidden gems that sit quietly throughout La Toya’s musical timeline. From one-off releases to unexpected duets and songs that never quite found a home on an album, these tracks reveal a fascinating side of her career that fans don’t always hear about.Spanning several decades, these songs show La Toya experimenting with different sounds, trends, and creative partnerships as the music landscape changed around her. Some are overlooked, some are cult favourites, and some are true curiosities in her discography—but together they paint a fuller picture of her musical journey. Welcome to Between the Eras of La Toya Jackson.

After years of silence, control, and survival, La Toya Jackson finally steps into the light with Starting Over — an era defined by independence, creative freedom, and emotional honesty. In this episode of Hearts Don’t Lie, we explore La Toya’s long-awaited return to music, from the fearless dancefloor joy of Just Wanna Dance to the deeply personal songwriting that runs through every track on the EP.We unpack the symbolism of this era: La Toya writing on every song, reclaiming her voice in her late 40s, embracing a new public image, and reconnecting with audiences through music, television, and storytelling on her own terms. Starting Over isn’t just a comeback — it’s a journey from trauma to release, reflection, and ultimately joy. And it might just be one of the most meaningful chapters of her career.

This week on Hearts Don’t Lie, we take a deep dive into one of La Toya Jackson’s most overlooked albums: From Nashville to You (1994).Coming off the high-energy dance-pop of No Relations, this album marked a clear shift toward a more adult contemporary, country-leaning, storytelling-focused sound, with less emphasis on image and more focus on the music itself. Despite a shift in genre, this album remains unmistakably La Toya — from her distinctive vocals and ad-libs to the warmth, personality, and quiet sass she brings to every track.Joining me is Eric (@vibeology.89620), a devoted La Toya super-fan whose knowledge of this era and country music, plus passion for her catalog, add real depth and insight to the conversation.Together, we revisit an album that didn’t chase hits, but quietly expanded the musical world of La Toya Jackson — and deserves a closer listen.

In this episode, we dive into La Toya Jackson’s late ’80s reinvention, covering both La Toya (1988) and Bad Girl (1990). With a bold new sound and attitude, La Toya stepped out from under her father’s management and embraced taking risks and redefining her musical identity. We explore the daring production, standout tracks, and fearless persona that marked this pivotal chapter in her career.

Three years after My Special Love, La Toya Jackson returned with the album that would become her most successful era: Heart Don’t Lie. In this episode, we dive into the story behind the record — from the bold new image and playful sound, to her very first music video and chart success.We’ll explore the upbeat energy of the album, the surprising collaborators (including family, friends, and even a Prince connection), and how La Toya found her voice in a more fun and cheeky direction. This was a turning point: the Heart Don’t Lie era wasn’t just music, it was La Toya stepping into her most iconic spotlight.Join us as we celebrate the tracks, the visuals, and the legacy of the album that gave our podcast its very name.

In our very first episode, we examine La Toya Jackson’s journey from her early days on The Jacksons variety show to stepping out as a solo artist with her 1980 self-titled debut album. With star-studded contributions from Michael Jackson, Janet Jackson, Stevie Wonder, Billy Ocean, Ray Parker Jr., and more, La Toya’s debut proved she was ready to carve her own path. We’ll explore the stories behind the album’s creation, its chart performance, and its elegant image — plus share personal reflections on why this overlooked gem deserves fresh recognition.