BONUS EPISODE: Come back to the mine with this SSP Classic Episode. This week your hosts revisit their review of the 1961 Grammy award-winning country classic, "Big Bad John" by Jimmy Dean. Help us honor a big, big man at the bottom of a deep, deep mine on this classic, classic episode of THE STORY … Continue reading SSP Classics: Big Bad John by Jimmy Dean
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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.
The Mariner’s Revenge Song by The Decemberists
Ahoy! Set sail with THE STORY SONG PODCAST on a journey into the belly of the beast, literally, as we review the 2005 indie rock epic, "The Mariner's Revenge Song" by The Decemberists. Join your hosts (who have a charming air) for a discussion of the feng shui of marine mammal innards, cleaning tips for … Continue reading The Mariner’s Revenge Song by The Decemberists
Monster Mash by Bobby (Boris) Pickett
Boo! Happy Halloween from THE STORY SONG PODCAST. In this special episode, we visit the laboratory in the poorly designed home of a slightly mad scientist and his dancing monsters. Join your hosts for their review of the classic 1962 novelty song, "Monster Mash" by Bobby (Boris) Pickett and the Crypt-Kickers. Hear the macabre tale of … Continue reading Monster Mash by Bobby (Boris) Pickett
Copperhead Road by Steve Earle
Come up from the holler and listen to another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. In this episode, your hosts review the 1988 outlaw country hit, "Copperhead Road" by Steve Earle. Join us on an inter-generational journey to learn the benefits of shopping in bulk, the best way to detail the car you run moonshine … Continue reading Copperhead Road by Steve Earle
SSP Classic: Space Oddity and Major Tom
BONUS EPISODE: Get ready for an out-of-this-world SSP Classic Episode. Join your hosts as they revisit their reviews of two different songs about the same character - the 1969 rock classic, "Space Oddity" by David Bowie AND the 1983 pop hit "Major Tom (Coming Home)" by German artist, Peter Schilling. Commencing countdown for this science … Continue reading SSP Classic: Space Oddity and Major Tom
Rocket Man (I Think It’s Going to Be a Long, Long Time) by Elton John
3… 2… 1… Liftoff! It’s time for a new episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. In this episode, your hosts review the timeless rock classic, “Rocket Man (I Think It's Going to Be a Long, Long Time),” composed and performed by Elton John with lyrics by Bernie Taupin, from the 1972 album, Honky Château. Learn … Continue reading Rocket Man (I Think It’s Going to Be a Long, Long Time) by Elton John
Tell Laura I Love Her by Ray Peterson
Start your engines, it's time for another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST! On this episode, your hosts review the 1960 teen tragedy classic, "Tell Laura I Love Her," recorded by Ray Peterson and written by songwriting legends Jeff Barry and Ben Raleigh. You'll find out the cost - adjusting for inflation - of buying … Continue reading Tell Laura I Love Her by Ray Peterson
One Bourbon, One Scotch, One Beer by George Thorogood and The Destroyers
Belly up to the bar for the newest episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. This week, your hosts will be reviewing the 1977 blues / rock classic, "One Bourbon, One Scotch, One Beer" by George Thorogood and the Destroyers. We will discuss how lovey dovey you schould get with a land lady, the best way … Continue reading One Bourbon, One Scotch, One Beer by George Thorogood and The Destroyers
Sylvia’s Mother by Dr. Hook & The Medicine Show
Don’t hang up! It’s the newest episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. In this episode, your hosts review the 1972 soft rock hit, “Sylvia’s Mother” by Dr. Hook and The Medicine Show. We’ll discuss Mrs. Avery’s true motives, payphone inflation, and the works of Shel Silverstein (both for children and for adults). So get your … Continue reading Sylvia’s Mother by Dr. Hook & The Medicine Show
Lyin’ Eyes by The Eagles
You can’t hide your lyin’ ears — you want to listen to a new episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. In this episode, your hosts review the 1970s country rock hit, “Lyin’ Eyes” by the Eagles. We’ll discuss each character’s point of view, how to get to the cheating side of town, and dream theft. Don’t … Continue reading Lyin’ Eyes by The Eagles
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