Blackout 33 1/3 AMA (ask me anything) with author Natasha Lasky

[rik]

1 hour ago, Joshyworld said:

In my OPINION

 

[DignifiedLove]

1 minute ago, britney fkn spears said:

 

WE-

Spoiler

 

[bas che]

Who’s Natasha again? Would be nice to see her profile and why she’s the best person to ask questions about BO.

[Wendy Williams]

1 hour ago, Kletus said:

WHY DIDN'T SHE INCLUDE SUGARFALL?

And "Kiss You All Over" 

[Wendy Williams]

20 minutes ago, britney fkn spears said:

 

New emote confirmed 

My question is - why it take you so long answer to these thirsty fans?

[Peter Pan]

Was State of Grace discussed for being part of the album?

[OneLife]

Spoiler

How many ice cubes did Britney eat during Break The Ice recording? 

Which rejected songs from Blackout were included in Circus?

How many songs in total were recorded for the album?

[Who Can I Trust]

Exactly how many songs did Britney record for the album?

Britney being listed as Executive Producer, how much control did she have in selecting the types of songs/direction she wanted for the album?

[Isla]

This should be interesting. But I feel like Natasha might not know the answer to some of the questions being asked?

[rik]

9 minutes ago, Isla said:

This should be interesting. But I feel like Natasha might not know the answer to some of the questions being asked?

Natasha may need to write a sequel then

[Isla]

7 hours ago, bas che said:

Who’s Natasha again? Would be nice to see her profile and why she’s the best person to ask questions about BO.

She's an author, but yeah she might not know TOO much about the album like some fans might assume. It's great she's writing this book though, it's probably just to give fans and maybe casuals a bit more info about the album.

[Tear the floor up up]

Not sure where to start  but I think it's awesome you've written this book, and I can't wait to read it! Any idea if it'll be out in the UK in time for Christmas? Lots of websites are saying Jan/Feb '23.

[Tear the floor up up]

I guess an obvious question would be: is Britney aware of this book's existence? And did you attempt to reach out to her whilst writing this? (I haven't read any other books from the 33 1/3 series, so I'm just genuinely curious)

[Spicechinodiva]

8 hours ago, Joshyworld said:

Be nice. Don’t derail the thread. It’s solely my opinion which we are all allowed to have. I just hope to live for the day where albums like Oops, Britney and ITZ will get the recognition that Blackout has and continues to receives.

In the zone already does, it's been this way since it's released.

 

Only reason why Blackout is underrated,is because of what was going on in her life, don't act like the billboard controversy was a big deal then, it was the first time people saw billboard bend over backwards for the pioneers of the rock and roll industry or icons like prince when they allowed the concert bundle to happen during the musicology era..

 

November 13, if she debuted at number two behind Alicia keys it would have been different, but caving to a band that sold the album exclusively at Wal Mart that's the issue,it sold more yes but you could only get it at Wal Mart and blackout was everywhere even at target with it's own special edition CD with a bonus track and three free ringtones (remember that craze where RIAA certified ringtones) of gimme more 

 

[Spicechinodiva]

18 minutes ago, Tear the floor up up said:

I guess an obvious question would be: is Britney aware of this book's existence? And did you attempt to reach out to her whilst writing this? (I haven't read any other books from the 33 1/3 series, so I'm just genuinely curious)

Technically nope, but it's about the album, not the artist but seeing @Jordan Miller perspective.

 

You Always see the media side of why Britney, why this artist, but never about the one thing that should matter the most, the fans perspective.

 

I remember when they covered her during in the zone, they went to 10 to 12 year old girls, and yeah it was a negative reaction of a women becoming something they didn't understand at all at the Time, but it's like the opinion of a teenager or a young adult didn't matter of when it came to Britney becoming an adult and a ***ual being, but always the original audience that felt they lost their idol to sinful stuff.

[Ghoulia]

9 hours ago, Joshyworld said:

Be nice. Don’t derail the thread. It’s solely my opinion which we are all allowed to have. I just hope to live for the day where albums like Oops, Britney and ITZ will get the recognition that Blackout has and continues to receives.

But the point of this thread is to pose questions for the book's author, not just give your opinion! 

 

@NatashaL Thank you for doing this AMA!  I ordered a copy and am eagerly awaiting its arrival.  My apologies if this is discussed in the book - my questions are more about your approach to writing it. 

1 - What inspired you to write this book? I know it's part of a series, but you personally - how did you get involved with the project?

2 - What was the best part of the writing experience?  (Like, did you get to correspond with Britney or the other artists involved?)

3 - There aren't very many female artists on the list of albums covered by this book series.  It's so interesting that Britney was included. Is that discussed in the book?  (the cultural significance of Britney as a female solo artist)?

4 - What is the biggest unanswered question you still have after writing this book?

 

Thank you!!

 

[danielgeismas]

don't know if this was asked already but how many songs were made for the album?

[RedCarpet]

10 hours ago, blackingouthenegativity said:

Same with Why Should I Be Sad... it says written by Pharrell, but it seems to be about an ex who might have mooched off of Britney

Pharell said he just took magazines headlines about Britney and made a song about it 

 

[Heyyallzes]

Why is this the best album ever made? And why did Britney do THAT? Please explain.

Why didn’t she include Sugarfall and When You Gon Pull It  instead of WSIBS?

[TakeYourHand]

Hi! And thank you for the book & taking questions. Blackout is unmatched and it still fascinates me today! I was actually just listening to it on Vinyl and made a painting inspired by the album cover. Maybe I'll share later. I also find myself playing Blackout more in the fall every year so perfect timing!

I'd like to know if Hot As Ice was definitely set to be the fourth single as she was rehearsing in the studio. 

Was Break The Ice always meant to be animated or was it because she couldn't shoot due to personal problems? 

Did she consider any features?

What inspired her to go electronic? I grew up with my older sis playing dance music and I'll never forget the day she called me and said Britney Spears just released a techno song on the radio! Iconic, but VERY ahead of it's time.

If she didn't have all her personal struggles at that time did she have any other things planned for that era? More singles, promo, performances, interviews, ect? 

I'll share the space in here and leave it with those listed above but THANK YOU and I cant wait to read. Again this album and era fascinates me A LOT. 

OH bonus question (I lied):

Why did you write the book and what do you love most about Blackout/favorite song?

Last thing, I'm broke at the moment. Send a broke sis a copy please