Michael Sembello has been played on NTS in shows including Pender Street Steppers, featured first on 5 May 2020. Songs played include Maniac, Maniac (Sharp Radio Edit) and Maniac (New Version).

Michael Sembello (born April 17, 1954 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American singer-songwriter best known for his iconic 80s pop hit "Maniac". He began his career as a professional musician by becoming a studio guitarist, and his credits include working with, or writing for, a 'Who's Who' of popular music. He has collaborated with Stevie Wonder, The Temptations, Michael Jackson, Diana Ross, Chaka Khan, Barbra Streisand, Stanley Clarke, and Donna Summer.

Influenced by contemporary…