Best All Along The Watchtower Podcasts (2025)

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BOB DYLAN A Headful of Ideas Season 4 20) All Along the Watchtower 16:21

10d ago16:21

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Chris does a deep dive into Bob Dylan's mesmeric, revelatory song ALL ALONG THE WATCHTOWER, with special reference to Jimi Hendrix's versionBy Chris Gregory

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BOB DYLAN A Headful of Ideas Season 4: 21: I Shall Be Released: Extract from 'Minstrel Boy: The Metamorphoses of Bob Dylan 10:59

1d ago10:59

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Chris examines one of Bob Dylan's best known songs I Shall BE Released, originally fropm The Basement Tapes. This is an extract from Chris' new book MINSTREL BOY: THE METAMORPHOSES OF BOB DYLAN, which will be released at the beginning of October.By Chris Gregory

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Junior M.A.F.I.A. feat. The Notorious B.I.G. and Lil' Kim "Get Money" 1:01:51

7d ago1:01:51

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Is Junior M.A.F.I.A.’s “Get Money” the definitive battle-of-the-sexes anthem? Diallo and LUXXURY dig into the fiery dynamic between Lil’ Kim and The Notorious B.I.G., on this classic hip-hop track where fact and fantasy collide. They spotlight the iconic Sylvia Striplin sample, EZ Elpee’s breakout placement, and the verses that cemented Kim’s legen…

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Song 180: “Dazed and Confused” by Led Zeppelin, Part One, The Song Remains the Same

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For those who haven’t heard the announcement I posted, songs from this point on will sometimes be split among multiple episodes, so this is the second part of a two-episode look at the song “Dazed and Confused” by Led Zeppelin, although this episode doesn’t get as far as Led Zeppelin’s formation, and is mostly about the intertwining session careers…

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Olivia Rodrigo's “good 4 u” 1:03:48

14d ago1:03:48

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Does ‘good 4 u’ build a bridge over the generational rock / pop divide? Diallo and LUXXURY dive into the teenage scream of Olivia Rodrigo’s ‘good 4 u’. They discuss her deep rock influences, Paramore interpolation woes, and the eternal angst of the break up record. One Song Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/40SIOpVROmrxTjOtH7Q1yw?…

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Episode 96: There's No Place Like Gnome 1:55:04

16d ago1:55:04

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The team wakes up in a strange place without any knowledge of how long they have been there. An old acquaintance arrives as well.

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The Chemical Brothers' "Let Forever Be" 59:40

21d ago59:40

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Is “Let Forever Be” the most British song of the '90s? Diallo and LUXXURY take a closer look at this era-defining track from the Chemical Brothers, where big beat production meets Britpop swagger and Beatles-esque psychedelia. They reflect on their favorite moments from the duo’s catalog, wade in Noel Gallagher’s introspective lyrics, and explore h…

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The Beach Boys' "God Only Knows" 1:08:22

28d ago1:08:22

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Diallo and LUXXURY swim in the Beach Boys’ achingly beautiful ballad “God Only Knows,” a song that packs emotional vulnerability, baroque instrumentation, and studio innovation into just two and a half minutes. They break down Brian Wilson’s singular vision, Carl Wilson’s tender vocal, and revisit the long-lost sax solo left on the cutting room flo…

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Lil Jon's "Get Low" with Lil Jon 1:14:24

1M ago1:14:24

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Diallo and LUXXURY go from the window to the wall with the King of Crunk himself, Lil Jon, to unpack his 2000s club classic, “Get Low.” The superproducer shares how punk shaped his sound, why his DJ instincts are his secret sauce in the studio, and for the first time ever, reveals an early version of “Get Low”… featuring a vocoder?! Join the guys f…

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PLEDGE WEEK: “Light Flight” by Pentangle

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Erratum: At one point here I say “Cannonball Adderley” when I mean “Nat Adderley”.This episode is part of Pledge Week 2025. For five days this week, I will be posting old Patreon bonus episodes to the main feed to encourage people to subscribe to my Patreon. If you want more of these, and only if you can afford it, subscribe for $1 a month at patre…

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PLEDGE WEEK: “Fruit Tree” by Nick Drake

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This episode is part of Pledge Week 2025. For five days this week, I will be posting old Patreon bonus episodes to the main feed to encourage people to subscribe to my Patreon. If you want more of these, and only if you can afford it, subscribe for $1 a month at patreon.com/andrewhickey . Whether you do or not, I hope you enjoy this one. (more…)…

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PLEDGE WEEK: “Living in the Past” by Jethro Tull

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This episode is part of Pledge Week 2025. For five days this week, I will be posting old Patreon bonus episodes to the main feed to encourage people to subscribe to my Patreon. If you want more of these, and only if you can afford it, subscribe for $1 a month at patreon.com/andrewhickey . Whether you do or not, I hope you enjoy this one. (more…)…

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Jimi Hendrix's "All Along The Watchtower" 55:47

1M ago55:47

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Is “All Along the Watchtower” the ultimate cover? In part two of their Jimi Hendrix deep dive, Diallo and LUXXURY unpack his best-selling single. They compare it to Bob Dylan’s original, explore the track’s groundbreaking studio experimentation, and explain how Hendrix’s left-handed playing helped shape his unmistakable sound. Plus, find out what h…

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PLEDGE WEEK: “Pictures of Matchstick Men” by The Status Quo

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This episode is part of Pledge Week 2025. For five days this week, I will be posting old Patreon bonus episodes to the main feed to encourage people to subscribe to my Patreon. If you want more of these, and only if you can afford it, subscribe for $1 a month at patreon.com/andrewhickey . Whether you do or not, I hope you enjoy this one. (more…)…

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PLEDGE WEEK: “La conferencia secreta del Toto’s Bar” by Los Shakers

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This episode is part of Pledge Week 2025. For five days this week, I will be posting old Patreon bonus episodes to the main feed to encourage people to subscribe to my Patreon. If you want more of these, and only if you can afford it, subscribe for $1 a month at patreon.com/andrewhickey . Whether you do or not, I hope you enjoy this one. (more…)…

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Announcing Pledge Week 2025

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Transcript It’s that time of year again, the time that regular listeners have come to know as Pledge Week, where for five days (this time from Tuesday through Saturday, because I had a migraine yesterday when I should have been recording this intro) I post five old Patreon bonus episodes to the main feed as a way of persuading some of you to sign u…

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BOB DYLAN: A HEADFUL OF IDEAS Season Four 18) I and I: No Man Sees My Face and Lives 17:10

1M ago17:10

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Chris looks in detail at Bob Dylan’s deeply spiritual I and I from 1983’s INFIDELSBy Chris Gregory

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Song 179: “Kick Out the Jams” by the MC5 (Public Clean Version)

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This episode, we look at the song “Kick Out the Jams” by the MC5, and the brief career of the most revolutionary guitar band of the sixties. Click the full post to read liner notes, links to more information, and a transcript of the episode. As explained in the episode itself, it would be impossible to do this episode without using one particular O…

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Jimi Hendrix's "Purple Haze" 1:04:37

2M ago1:04:37

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This week on One Song, Diallo and LUXXURY kick off a two-part deep dive into Jimi Hendrix’s legacy, starting with the track that put him on the map—“Purple Haze” by The Jimi Hendrix Experience. They unpack the countercultural movement of 1967 that launched Hendrix into stardom and explore how he fused blues and psychedelic rock into something entir…

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Lil Wayne's “A Milli” with Bangladesh 1:08:45

2M ago1:08:45

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Grammy-winning producer Bangladesh joins Diallo and LUXXURY to break down his iconic beat for Lil Wayne’s “A Milli” and his signature style behind hits like “What’s Your Fantasy,” “Diva,” and “Bossy.” Bangladesh dives into his unconventional approach to sampling, his melodic use of the 808, and the concepts woven into his production. Cancel your un…

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Change feat. Luther Vandross "Searching" 1:04:38

2M ago1:04:38

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You’ve heard his voice sampled by Kendrick Lamar and SZA in “Luther,” but do you know his story? This week on One Song, Diallo and LUXXURY unpack the track that helped launch Luther Vandross into the spotlight – Change’s “Searching.” They dig into his early days singing with David Bowie and Chic, explore the lore behind the Italo-disco group Change…

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Patrice Rushen's "Remind Me" with Patrice Rushen 1:11:51

2M ago1:11:51

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One Song is closing out our celebration of Black Music Month with award-winning musician and composer Patrice Rushen. Alongside LUXXURY and Diallo, Patrice delves into her musical foundation and creative process that shaped her beloved 1982 classic “Remind Me.” One Song Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/40SIOpVROmrxTjOtH7Q1yw?si=e…

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Song 178: “Who Knows Where the Time Goes?” by Fairport Convention, Part Two: “I Have no Thought of Time”

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For those who haven’t heard the announcement I posted, songs from this point on will sometimes be split among multiple episodes, so this is the second part of a two-episode look at the song “Who Knows Where The Time Goes?” by Fairport Convention, and the intertwining careers of Joe Boyd, Sandy Denny, and Richard Thompson. Click the full post to rea…

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The Roots' “The Next Movement” 58:52

3M ago58:52

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One Song is continuing our celebration of Black Music Month with “The Next Movement” by The Roots. In this episode, Diallo and LUXXURY unpack how The Roots carved out an alternative lane at a time when mainstream hip-hop glorified a culture of excess. Plus, Diallo shares exclusive insights from Questlove about the unique production tricks that went…

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Sly and the Family Stone's "Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin)" w/ Novena Carmel 1:01:59

3M ago1:01:59

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This week on One Song, Diallo and LUXXURY are resharing a special "thank you" episode in honor of the late musical genius Sylvester Stewart aka Sly Stone. In this episode, they discuss Sly and The Family Stone's 1970 classic "Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin)" with a very special guest – Sly's daughter, DJ and KCRW radio host Novena Carmel. L…

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Parliament's "Mothership Connection" 1:04:14

3M ago1:04:14

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This June on One Song, Diallo and LUXXURY are celebrating Black Music Month. They're kicking it off with Parliament’s 1975 funk classic “Mothership Connection.” In this episode, they delve into Parliament's innovative theatrics, the song's Afro-futurist narrative, and why George Clinton is the crazy cool grand-unc of hip-hop. Say goodbye to sticky …

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BOB DYLAN: A HEADFUL OF IDEAS Season 4 : 19 No Time to Think 14:22

3M ago14:22

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A deep dive into the mysteries of Bob Dylan's NO TIME TO THINK, including a discussion of the influence of Shakespeare's MACBETH and the TAROT CARDS on the songBy Chris Gregory

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Robin S.'s "Show Me Love" 1:05:18

3M ago1:05:18

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This week on One Song, we’re talking house music and the enduring influence of Robin S.’s “Show Me Love.” In their discussion, Diallo and LUXXURY trace the song's evolution from its R&B pop origins to the transformative remix by DJ StoneBridge that propelled the song to the top of the charts. Plus, LUXXURY recreates the iconic bass line that gets e…

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Episode 2: All Along the Watchtower 57:34

3M ago57:34

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FEATURED - Doom: the Dark Ages, Fallout 4, Fallout 76, Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered, Skyrim, Starfield This week the guys discuss what it would be like to play a Bethesda survival game. We talk about freebies for Fallout 76, the success of Doom: the Dark Ages, and possibilities for the upcoming Xbox Showcase. Wigit gets spanked by a titan …

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Teena Marie's "Square Biz" 1:01:41

3M ago1:01:41

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Teena Marie is one of R&B’s most enduring artists, and in many ways, she perfectly encapsulates what it means to be Black famous. This week, Diallo and LUXXURY break down her 1980 hit “Square Biz” and explore the nuance of her legacy. They revisit her career-breaking collaborations with Rick James, celebrate her musical prowess, and ask the questio…

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BOB DYLAN: A HEADFUL OF IDEAS Season Four 16) Three Songs from 'Oh Mercy' 23:09

4M ago23:09

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Chris looks in depth at MOST OF THE TIME, WHAT GOOD AM I and WHAT WAS IT YOU WANTED, three heartwrenching songs from OH MERCYBy Chris Gregory

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Episode 1: Dawn Era 1:02:45

4M ago1:02:45

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FEATURED - Doom: the Dark Ages, Fallout (TV series), Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered, Starfield Welcome to our inaugural episode of Bethesda RAW! Wigit, Archon and Kilo talk about Oblivion Remastered, Doom: the Dark Ages, and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle! Archon unleashes his inner slayer. Wigit settl…

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Song 178: “Who Knows Where The Time Goes?” by Fairport Convention, Part One, Going Electric

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For those who haven’t heard the announcement I posted, songs from this point on will sometimes be split among multiple episodes, so this is the first part of a two-episode look at the song “Who Knows Where The Time Goes?” by Fairport Convention, and the intertwining careers of Joe Boyd, Sandy Denny, and Richard Thompson. Click the full post to read…

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Beastie Boys' "Sabotage" w/ Nick Kroll 1:13:56

4M ago1:13:56

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Listen all y’all, it’s “Sabotage” this week on One Song. To help break down this 1994 Beastie Boys classic, Diallo and LUXXURY are joined by the incredibly talented actor, comedian, writer, and producer Nick Kroll. On this episode, they discuss the impact of the iconic (and hilarious) music video directed by Spike Jonze, unpack why not all white ra…

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Episode 75: Back in the Black 51:23

4M ago51:23

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Like AC/DC! Welcome back to Starfield RAW! This week, we talk about the newest update from Bethesda! Wigit lays out his sniper build. Kilo has to rebuild his load order. We talk about the state of Creations. We talk about about future plans for the show. We even talk about Oblivion! We got glowing guns and Aegis agents and survival gaming. Come bac…

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Introducing: ReLiving Single 52:38

4M ago52:38

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This week on One Song, we’re sharing a new podcast from our friends at Hartbeat: ReLiving Single. It’s the official, unofficial rewatch podcast for the iconic sitcom that changed the game. They dive into the episode’s drama, the show's unforgettable characters, and why Living Single and other Black-led shows dominated the '90s. In this first episod…

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BOB DYLAN: A HEADFUL OF IDEAS Season Four 17) Can You Please Crawl Out Your Window 11:35

4M ago11:35

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Chris examines Bob Dylan's brilliantly poetic 1965 single CAN YOU PLEASE CRAWL OUT YOUR WINDOWBy Chris Gregory

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Dawn Penn's "You Don't Love Me (No, No, No)" 1:03:03

4M ago1:03:03

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Wake the town and tell the people! This week, Diallo and LUXXURY explore the cultural conversation between the U.S. and Jamaica through the lens of Dawn Penn’s 1994 dancehall classic “You Don’t Love Me (No, No, No). They trace the melody’s origins in blues music, follow its evolution into reggae, and highlight why out of so many versions, it’s Dawn…

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Episode 95: Let's Break Something 2:05:38

4M ago2:05:38

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Faroult fights for his unlife against the heroes that have already put him down once. Can they prevent him from coming back a third time?

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Episode 94: Dealing with the Fallout 2:00:02

4M ago2:00:02

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Well, things did not go as planned for our heroes. But, as usual, they are dealing with this new cataclysm in stride.

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Roy Ayers' "Everybody Loves The Sunshine" 59:07

4M ago59:07

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Just bees and things and one song that’s been sampled over 100 times! This week, Diallo and LUXXURY break down “Everybody Loves The Sunshine,” from the godfather of neo-soul, Roy Ayers. They discuss L.A.’s jazz scene, explore Roy Ayer’s lasting influence on modern music, and pose an inconceivable question: Is there really no vibraphone on “Everybod…

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Sonic Youth's "Kool Thing" 1:00:07

5M ago1:00:07

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What happens when Kim Gordon and L.L. Cool meet for an interview 1989? You get this week’s song, Sonic Youth’s 1990 major label debut single “Kool Thing.” Join Diallo and LUXXURY as they unpack where the interview went awry, debate the song’s subtle (or not so subtle) L.L. references, and untangle the layers and layers of Sonic Youth’s trademark gu…

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BOB DYLAN: A HEADFUL OF IDEAS Season Four 15) Bob Dylan's Dream: I Wish, I Wish, I Wish in Vain... 11:10

5M ago11:10

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Chris examiones Bob Dylan's beautiful and nostalgic BOB DYLAN'S DREAM, an astonishing song for such a young man to write. There is also commentary on the song's relationship to LORD FRANKLIN, the folk song whose melody Dylan uses. Check out my website at http://www.chrisgregory.org and my you tube channel on https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VPeJPs7g…

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Roberta Flack's "Killing Me Softly With His Song" 1:04:35

5M ago1:04:35

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This week on One Song, Diallo and LUXXURY dive into the lore of Roberta Flack's 3x Grammy-winning cover of “Killing Me Softly With His Song.” In their discussion, they journey through the life of the song, unpacking the complicated origins of Lori Lieberman's original folk ballad and highlighting the transformative changes in Roberta Flack’s iconic…

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The Clash's "London Calling" with Fred Armisen 1:10:19

5M ago1:10:19

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Who’s calling? It’s One Song calling all you listeners in faraway towns. This week, Diallo and LUXXURY are joined by award-winning comedian, actor, musician, and writer Fred Armisen to discuss what makes “London Calling” by The Clash an enduring punk classic. They debate their favorite Clash albums, break down the epic (and backwards) double guitar…

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BOB DYLAN: A HEADFUL OF IDEAS: Season Four 14) Just Like Tom Thumb's Blues: Howling at the Moon 17:30

5M ago17:30

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TAKE A TRIP INTO BOB DYLAN'S MYSTERIOUS AND SURREAL 'JUST LIKE TOM THUMB'S BLUES SET IN DEEPEST MEXICO, FULL OF COLOURFUL CHARACTERS AND WEIRD JUXTAPOSITIONSBy Chris Gregory

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The Supremes' "You Keep Me Hangin' On" 1:02:18

5M ago1:02:18

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Today on One Song, Diallo and LUXXURY unpack Motown’s secret sauce through the lens of The Supremes’s electrifying 1966 hit “You Keep Me Hangin’ On.” Diallo and LUXXURY highlight every element that makes this track a timeless classic: Diana Ross’s subdued vocals, James Jamerson’s groovin’ bassline, and the iconic Morse Code-esque guitar riff. Join …

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BOB DYLAN: A HEADFUL OF IDEAS Season Four 13) Senor: Can You Tell Me Where We're Heading? 16:06

5M ago16:06

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Chris does a detailed deep dive into Bob Dylan's mystical fable SENOR, from 1978's STREET LEGAL DETERMINED TO STAND: THE REINVENTION OF BOB DYLAN available at https://chrisgregory.org/product-cate... CHECK OUT CHRIS' WEBSITE FROM THE PEN OF CHRIS GREGORY : https://chrisgregory.org/ COMMENTS WELCOME!!!! If you liked this video you might like to cont…

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Song 177: “Never Learn Not to Love” by the Beach Boys, Part 4: “Sometimes I Have A Great Notion”

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For those who haven’t heard the announcement I posted, songs from this point on will sometimes be split among multiple episodes, so this is the third and final (and very, very long) part of a multi-episode look at the song “Never Learn Not to Love” by the Beach Boys, and the links between Charles Manson and the LA music scene, as well as the life o…

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A Tribe Called Quest's "Electric Relaxation" 57:49

6M ago57:49

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Relax yourself and settle into part two of One Song’s A Tribe Called Quest deep dive with Relax yourself and settle into part two of One Song’s A Tribe Called Quest deep dive with “Electric Relaxation.” This week, Diallo and LUXXURY discuss Tribe’s shift towards a grittier sound on Midnight Marauders, Diallo shares his old lunchroom lyrical theorie…

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