The Moth

The Moth Radio Hour: Don't Stop the Music

Apr 11, 2023
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ANECDOTE

Leaving Job for Spice Girls

  • David Montgomery once left his teaching job to follow the Spice Girls on their reunion tour across America.
  • His passion for the group grew from a painful adolescence to a colorful, life-changing obsession.
INSIGHT

Music as Voice and Belonging

  • David realized the world wasn't hating him during his isolation; it was waiting for him to find his voice.
  • Music gave him confidence and a place to belong beyond his struggles.
ANECDOTE

Youth Lead Singer at Motown

  • Cal Street joined the Velvelettes as a lead singer at age 14 while still in ninth grade.
  • She toured extensively with Motown and experienced close friendships with iconic artists like Diana Ross.
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