Wake up! It’s time for another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. In their twentieth episode, your hosts discuss the 1950s rock and roll classic, “Wake Up Little Susie” by The Everly Brothers. Written by the prolific songwriting team of Felice and Boudleaux Bryant, and a #1 hit in 1957, this song was hot, and it … Continue reading Wake Up Little Susie by The Everly Brothers
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THE STORY SONG PODCAST is the comedy podcast that reviews the lyrics, plots, and histories of story songs. We tell the story of the songs that tell a story.
SSP Classics: Angie Baby by Helen Reddy
BONUS EPISODE:Turn off the rock-and-roll radio, and turn on this SSP Classic Episode. Join your hosts for a special episode about a special lady, as they revisit their review of the 1970s pop song, “Angie Baby.” This mysterious story song about a girl with magical powers who keeps people in her radio was a #1 … Continue reading SSP Classics: Angie Baby by Helen Reddy
Folsom Prison Blues by Johnny Cash
I hear a new episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST a-comin’. In this episode, your hosts review the country music classic, “Folsom Prison Blues” by Johnny Cash — both its original 1950s studio version and its more famous 1960s live version. In this episode, we'll discuss train travel, early-morning prison concerts, and how cool the Man … Continue reading Folsom Prison Blues by Johnny Cash
We’ll Sing In The Sunshine by Gale Garnett
We'll talk about stories. We'll laugh about songs. We’ll review a folk music classic, then we'll be on our way. In this episode, your hosts review the 1964 hit, "We'll Sing in the Sunshine," by Canadian singer/songwriter Gale Garnett. Join us as we discuss female empowerment songs of the 1960s, tough dad/daughter talks, and binding … Continue reading We’ll Sing In The Sunshine by Gale Garnett
SSP Classics: Run Joey Run by David Geddes
BONUS EPISODE: Every night, the same old dream — another SSP Classic Episode! For this special bonus episode, join your hosts and a chorus of angels as they revisit their review of the mid-70s pop hit, "Run Joey Run" by David Geddes. Don't walk; run, listener, run to hear the story of two dum-dums and … Continue reading SSP Classics: Run Joey Run by David Geddes
Teenage Dirtbag by Wheatus
Were you popular in high school? Did you attend prom WITH a date? Well then, this song is not about you. Luckily, THE STORY SONG PODCAST is for everyone! And we give a damn about you. In this episode, we review "Teenage Dirtbag," the 2000s alternative hit by Wheatus, and discuss whether this song is … Continue reading Teenage Dirtbag by Wheatus
Patches by Clarence Carter
No, not that Patches. The other Patches. On this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST, we review Clarence Carter's 1970 R&B hit, "Patches." Find out why all songs about people named Patches can't help being sad, see where this song fits into the Story Song Expanded Universe, and learn about farming as an after-school job … Continue reading Patches by Clarence Carter
Patches by Dickey Lee
Welcome to Old Shantytown! In this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST, your hosts review "Patches" by Dickey Lee; a lighthearted, fun-filled early 60s pop hit about young love. Just kidding. We'll get through this tragic Romeo-and-Juliet story together. Not listening to this episode would just bring you disgrace. Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST … Continue reading Patches by Dickey Lee
SSP Classics: Modern Girl by Sheena Easton
BONUS EPISODE: Join your hosts as they bring an SSP Classic Episode to modern times. From Musker and Bugatti, the songwriters of everyone's favorite elevator song, "Heaven on the 7th Floor," we revisit the 80s pop hit, "Modern Girl" by Sheena Easton. Don't stay at home and watch your TV. Stay at home and listen … Continue reading SSP Classics: Modern Girl by Sheena Easton
Heaven on the 7th Floor by Paul Nicholas
Going up! On this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST, join your hosts for a trip full of awkward small talk and Muzak, as they travel from the lobby to what some call heaven but others call a claustrophobic's nightmare. Come explore one of the many chapters in the career of actor/writer/singer Paul Nicholas as … Continue reading Heaven on the 7th Floor by Paul Nicholas
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