Interview: Susan & Ted Ottaviano from Book of Love

2026-06-15 · 33 min · episode 137 · 10 entities

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We'd love to hear from you! Click here to send us a text. On this episode of The New Wave Music Podcast, Steve sits down with Ted Ottaviano and Susan Ottaviano of Book of Love to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the band’s landmark self-titled debut album and their upcoming anniversary tour featuring the original lineup. Ted and Susan share the story of how Book of Love came together, the inspiration behind the band’s name, memories from creating their classic songs, and the lasting legacy of the debut album. They also reflect on what it means to see their music continue to resonate with fans four decades later. Along the way, they share stories from the studio, the road, and their remarkable career while revisiting highlights from the Book of Love catalog. Ted and Susan discuss the upcoming reunion tour, what fans can expect from the anniversary celebration, and how it feels to look back on one of the most influential and beloved careers in synth-pop history. Book of Love: https://www.bookoflovemusic.com/ Support the show