THE STORY SONG PODCAST is the music review, comedy, pop culture podcast that provides commentary, analysis, and the history of narrative songs from all genres and all eras—from obscure one-hit wonders to well-known classics, and some of the biggest hits of all time. Join your hosts as they discuss details only hinted at in the lyrics and speculate about every aspect of each song. We tell the story of the songs that tell a story.
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James and Chris look at the story in the song...It does what it says on the tin
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My Boyfriend's Back by The Angels
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Hey-la, it’s time for another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST! In this kind-of-big-and-awful-strong episode, your hosts review the 1963 pop classic, “My Boyfriend’s Back” by 60s girl group, The Angels. Take a permanent vacation as we discuss Bibbs, Jiggs, the return of a candy bar, and an abundance of answer songs. So don’t cut out on the double …
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You're in Love by Wilson Phillips
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Open the door and come in. We’re so glad to see you for another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST! We want you to be happy, so join your hosts for their review of the 1991 #1 hit single, “You’re in Love” by musical offspring trio, Wilson Phillips. It just sets us free to discuss career-defining all-inclusive vacations, nepo-baby supergroup charity …
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You better believe what you’re seeing! It’s another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST! Join your hosts on a house call as they review 1995’s “Wonder” by Natalie Merchant. We’ll challenge your balance as we discuss NPR names, how to become a cult leader, and 9,999 maniacs plus a Merchant. So follow your destiny, and have some patience because as far…
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White Rabbit by Jefferson Airplane
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The walls are melting again. Free your mind and feed your head with another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. Join your hosts on a strange journey down the rabbit hole as they conclude THE SUMMER OF SYMBOLISM with a review of the 1967 psychedelic-rock classic, “White Rabbit” by Jefferson Airplane. Nothing’s gonna stop us as we get knee-deep in the…
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Saddle up! It’s time for to listen to another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. Journey along with your hosts as they review the 1971 classic, “A Horse with No Name” by British-American folk-rock band, America. Join us for dessert in the desert as we discuss drunk bugs, superfluous lyrics, pet rocks, and things. So get ON your high horse — “What’s…
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Send us a text James and Chris get swept away by the romance of the sea, as we listen to this sad little ditty. But were we swept away with emotion or did the story leave us high and dry? Down load the podcast to find out! Support the show
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SSP Presents: Jukebox Musical! — Weezer
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BONUS EPISODE: Curtain up on THE STORY SONG PODCAST presents: Jukebox Musical! In this episode, your hosts are joined by special guest, actor and musician, Eric William Morris to devise a musical based on the most popular songs of American alternative rock band, Weezer. You’ve heard us tell the story of the songs that tell a story. Now hear us tell…
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Send us a text We are heading over to the Wild West with a story song by Marty Robbins 'Big Iron'. But is the story any good or is it a turgid boring dirge? Download the podcast to find out! Support the show
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You Can Call Me Al by Paul Simon
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Hey, batface! It’s time for another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST! The SUMMER OF SYMBOLISM continues with our review of the 1986 hit, “You Can Call Me Al'' by music legend (and Art Garfunkel’s best friend), singer/songwriter, Paul Simon. Join us in the cartoon graveyard as we discuss tertiary-character role models, chain-restaurant-specific unf…
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Send us a text Settle down class, its time for a History lesson about one of the strangest people in Russia's resent past. Rasputin! But did it make for a good story song? Download the podcast to find out! Support the show
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Big Yellow Taxi by Joni Mitchell
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It’s another day in paradise here at THE STORY SONG PODCAST — and now there’s plenty of parking! In this episode, we begin our second annual SUMMER OF SYMBOLISM with a review of the 1970 folk-rock classic, “Big Yellow Taxi” by music legend, Joni Mitchell. Join your hosts at a swinging hot spot for a conversation about Frankenstein’s vegetables, p…
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Hold your head up high — we’re back from outer space with another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST! In this episode, your hosts discuss the 1978 disco classic and Pride anthem, “I Will Survive” by Grammy-winning singer/songwriter, Gloria Gaynor. Join us on the dancefloor as we roller skate through topics including: smart locks vs stupid locks; fre…
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Hey, you. Get your damn hands out of the wedding cake, and listen to this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. Join your hosts as they discuss the 1977 classic, “Alison” by singer/songwriter, Elvis Costello. Our aim is true as we discuss the power of pork pie hats, the dreaminess of daytime dresses, and the songs that there’s no reason to do. So, don…
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This ain't no disco. It ain't no country club either. It’s a dive bar that’s also a carwash. And it’s another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. Join your hosts as they discuss the 1994 pop hit, “All I Wanna Do” by singer/songwriter, Sheryl Crow. In this episode, we’ll discuss flooring options for less-than-classy drinking establishments, dogs that…
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SSP Presents: Jukebox Musical! — Barenaked Ladies
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BONUS EPISODE: Places, please! It’s time to take your seats for THE STORY SONG PODCAST presents: Jukebox Musical! In this premiere episode, your hosts are joined by special guest, Michele Laikowski to devise a musical based on the most popular songs of Canadian alternative rock band Barenaked Ladies. You’ve heard us tell the story of the songs that…
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Send us a text The Beatles! Some say the greatest band to have ever been, some don't. But we only care about the quality of the story, so come with us to old west where we give our opinion on this little gem from the White Album. Support the show
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Send us a text It's another classic this week as James and Chris dive into Dolly Parton's childhood with 'Coat of Many Colours'. But did it bring colour to our lives or was it just a box of tosh. Download the podcast to find out! Support the show
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We ain’t slowing down! It’s time for another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST! Join your hosts (and society) as they obsess over the 2014 country hit, “Girl Crush” by Little Big Town. In this episode, we’ll discuss sexy guffaws, Costco perfume deals, and beverage-based song inspiration. Admit it, we have the magic touch and everything you want. So…
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It Never Rains in Southern California by Albert Hammond
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Man, it’s pouring — with another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST! Join your hosts as they discuss the 1972 hit “It Never Rains in Southern California” by singer/songwriter Albert Hammond OBE. In this episode we’ll talk of opportunities, TV breaks, and movies. We’ll also discuss the vast East Coast network of commuter rails, Sky Mall splurges, and…
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Hello, Friend. We’ve got what you need — another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. Join your hosts as they discuss the 1989 classic “Just a Friend” by hip-hop legend, Biz Markie. In this episode, we’ll discuss the following situations: proper pant sizing, very specific instructions for filling out paperwork, and blah-blah-blah. So, raise the red f…
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SSP Minisode: “I’ve Never Been to Me” — The Hey, Mister Minisode
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BONUS EPISODE: HEY! MISTER! We’re still in paradise, continuing the 125th-episode celebration of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. Join your hosts for their conversation about the alternate version of “I’ve Never Been to Me,” with its original lyrics recorded in 1994 by Hollywood legend, Howard Keel. This version tells a VERY different story, in which no one…
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E52 - Ruby, Don't Take Your Love to Town
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Send us a text Another dark one I'm afraid. A tale of PTSD and suffering, put to a jolly country tune.... Support the show
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I've Never Been to Me by Charlene
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HEY! LADY! I’ve no doubt you’ve dreamed about the 125th episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. Well, now you can join your hosts as they return to paradise to revisit and re-review one of the greatest story songs ever — Charlene’s 1977 single (and 1982 hit), “I’ve Never Been to Me.” This time around, we delve deeper and ask the questions we ain’t s’pos…
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E51 - Seen it in Color by Jamey Johnson
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Send us a text James and Chris wander through Grandpa's family album in the song 'Seen it in Color' by Jamey Johnson. Werther's Original anyone? Support the show
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Send us a text Its our big 50, so we choose a song that has absolutely nothing to do with it. Its 'Take the Money and Run' by the Steve Millar Band. Support the show
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Open up your eager eyes and see another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST! Come out of your cage and join your hosts for their review of the 2003 Billboard top-10 hit, “Mr. Brightside” by The Killers. In this episode, we’ll swim through sick lullabies and discuss overindulging on college booze, the consequences of improper theatrical costume etique…
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Send us a text This week its the turn of 'Angelo' by the Brotherhood of Man. Why we haven't done this already I don't know.... Support the show
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Before He Cheats by Carrie Underwood
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Right now, you’re probably wondering if it’s time for the next episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. Right now, it IS time for the next episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST! Right now, join your hosts as they review the 2006 crossover hit, “Before He Cheats” by country superstar, Carrie Underwood. Right now, we’ll discuss sexy billiards, trashy karaoke, …
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BONUS EPISODE: Secret, secret! We’ve got a secret! And that secret is that it’s time for another classic episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST! Join your hosts as they revisit their review of the 1983 futuristic classic “Mr. Roboto” by Styx. Come sail away, revisit this sci-fi hit, and listen to our discussion of robot carcasses, subtly symbolic names,…
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SSP Minisode: Songfacts Fourth Annual Holiday Song Special
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It’s January, but we’re still in the holiday spirit! Keep the holiday season going with the Songfacts Fourth Annual Holiday Songs Special. Every year, our friends at the Songfacts Podcast ask the hosts at the Pantheon Podcast Network to discuss their favorite holiday songs. Hear from your hosts at THE STORY SONG PODCAST and from the hosts of other …
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