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ONE SONG is an award-winning music podcast where friends Diallo Riddle (Emmy-nominated star and creator of HBO Max’s South Side and IFC’s Sherman’s Showcase) and Blake "LUXXURY" Robin (Songwriter, Producer, KCRW DJ & TikTok “Interpolation” whisperer) hilariously break down ONE SONG from the pop music canon that you know - or need to know - but have never heard quite like this. The show was named top 25 of the year by The Atlantic, and has featured guests from Devo to Lil’ Jon.
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- 3 days ago1h 0m
BONUS: Kyle Gordon Interview
Our full Patreon interview with Kyle Gordon: comedian, musician, and internet sensation ("Mr. Jambo", "Planet of the Bass") emerges from behind the paywall! In the lead up to the release of his new album Kyle Gordon Is Everywhere, we discussed the fine line between music and comedy (and getting both right); parody vs. satire; and the delicate process of composing "Mr. Jambo" (spoiler: he learned some Zulu!) Kyle explains how he drew inspiration from Paul Simon's Graceland, how his tour has evolved from a seated comedy show to a standing concert, and where he fits in the history of musical comedy. Subscribe to the One Song Patreon at patreon.com/onesong to get access to exclusive interviews like this one. Episode produced by Demian Kendall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 1 weeks ago1h 12m
Pete Rock and CL Smooth’s “They Reminisce Over You (T.R.O.Y.)”
What song taught you how to grieve? We’re getting emotional on this one as we dive into the foundational 90s hip hop track and dedication song: “They Reminisce Over You (T.R.O.Y.)” by Pete Rock and CL Smooth. Diallo and LUXXURY discuss the emotional nature of the song’s production as a tribute to Pete Rock’s close friend, before getting into their own personal stories of connecting music and the loss of loved ones. Then, the stems breakdown brings us the return of Clyde Stubblefield from our James Brown’s “Funky Drummer” episode, as well as the 60s folk song that made Pete Rock cry and inspired a legendary hip hop sample. This episode is made in partnership with Spotify. SongDNA beta is available on Spotify Premium. Check out “They Reminisce Over You (T.R.O.Y.)” on SongDNA via the Spotify mobile app. Songs Discussed: “Scenario” (1991) - A Tribe Called Quest “Extra Kings” (2000) - Avalanches “Pour Out A Little Liquor” (1994) - Thug Life “Renee” (1996) - Lost Boyz “Tha Crossroads” (1996) - Bone Thugs-N-Harmony “Today” (1967) - Tom Scott, California Dreamers “Say It Loud (I’m Black and I’m Proud)” (1968) - James Brown “I Got A Love” (1994) - Pete Rock and CL Smooth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 2 weeks ago1h 35m
Sade's "Smooth Operator"
How many words can we use to describe Sade’s voice? Hint: the answer is more than ten. We’re kicking off a new season of One Song with an all-timer: Sade’s 1984 jazz-soul-pop classic, “Smooth Operator”. Diallo and LUXXURY discuss the origin and evolution of Sade from a backing singer to a star who blended style, sophistication, and sexiness in one iconic force of nature. We also argue a lot about how to pronounce her name (and there’s technically one correct answer). Then, we dive into the stems and get into a the bass line that never breaks a sweat, the chords that make you feel sexy even when you’re alone, the epitome of 80s saxophone, and of course, the unmistakable vocals of Helen Folasade Adu, aka Sade. Songs Discussed: “Searching” (1980) - Change feat. Luther Vandross “Like A Tattoo” (1992) - Sade “Pride (When You Can’t Back Down)” (1982) - Pride “Love Is Stronger Than Pride” (1988) - Sade “Don’t You Want Me Baby” (1981) - The Human League “Venceremos (We Will Win)” (1984) - Working Week “When Am I Going to Make a Living” (1985) - Sade “Is It A Crime (Live Aid at Wembley Stadium, London)” (1985) - Sade “Kiss of Life” (1992) - Sade “War of Hearts” (1985) - Sade “Sweetest Taboo” (1985) - Sade “Maureen” (1985) - Sade “Paradise” (1988) - Sade “No Ordinary Love” (1992) - Sade “You Will Rise” (1996) - Sweetback feat. Amel Larrieux “Manhood” (2000) - Victor Duplaix Subscribe to the One Song Patreon at patreon.com/onesong Check out the One Song Spotify playlist Recorded at Spotify Studios Engineering by Ryan Todd Produced by Eric Hicks and Demian Kendall Edited and mixed by Eric Hicks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 3 weeks ago1h 8m
Depeche Mode's "Enjoy the Silence"
We’re revisiting an episode with all you ever wanted and all you ever needed from Diallo and LUXXURY. Okay, well, not everything, but in Part 2 of our Depeche Mode special, the guys break down the band’s biggest hit, “Enjoy the Silence.” Get ready to learn Depeche Mode’s techniques for crafting moodier, darker, and more atmospheric sounds, why this song took them to global superstar status, and how they paved the way for countless bands to create synth-driven, danceable music. New episodes return next week! Subscribe to the One Song Patreon at patreon.com/onesong for early/ad-free access and bonus episodes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 4 weeks ago1h 15m
Depeche Mode's "People Are People"
This week, we’re revisiting an important question: How much do Diallo and LUXXURY love Depeche Mode? Answer – so much that they couldn’t pack it all into one episode. So get ready for a thorough two-part deep dive on these pioneers who defined the sound of electronic music! In Part One, the guys discuss Depeche Mode’s early years and their dynamic approach to using synthesizers and drum machines to make their music. Plus, they break down how “People Are People” was made—the song that took them global. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Sep 24, 20261h 11m
Geoff Barrow interview/battle (FULL)
Hey One Song Nation, we’re excited to announce that a whole spate of new episodes is coming your way October 15. We’ve got a new partner and a bunch of new songs to break down coming soon. Listen to today’s episode for a sneak peek at what’s coming up. Today, we’re breaking open the Patreon and pulling out an instant classic: our contentious (but not really) interview with Geoff Barrow (Portishead, Beak>, Ex Machina). We asked Geoff: Does breaking down music ruin it? This feud began in the DMs of the One Song Pharcyde episode, when Barrow messaged LUXXURY to say “Why does everyone need to break everything down to weird maths? White people ruin all music by doing this. They always have.” We’re unearthing this debate to relitigate the showdown of the century (which is actually a very polite conversation by very nice men). We also get into the hip hop origins of Portishead, Geoff’s hot takes on LCD Soundsystem, and the process of composing music for film vs. a band. Subscribe to the One Song Patreon at patreon.com/onesong Check out the One Song Spotify playlist Produced by Demian Kendall Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Sep 18, 20261h 14m
Rihanna's Umbrella
We’re revisiting an episode that goes beyond music’s cultural impact to talk about its meteorological impact. When Rihanna's Umbrella topped the charts in the UK, it coincided with a period of heavy rain and flooding. The same thing happened in Romania and New Zealand. Coincidence, or did Rihanna's hit change the weather? On this episode of One Song, Diallo Riddle and LUXXURY explore the song's backstory, delve into the stems, and get to the bottom of how Rihanna arrived as a global megastar and made it rain. Literally. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Sep 10, 20261h 12m
James Brown’s “Funky Drummer (Part 2)”
This episode is made in partnership with Spotify. SongDNA beta is available on Spotify Premium. Check out “Funky Drummer” on SongDNA via the Spotify mobile app. Why did the drum beat that birthed hip hop only cost 50 bucks? In Part 2 of our “Funky Drummer” breakdown, Diallo & LUXXURY devote an entire episode to the genius and legacy of the funky drummer himself: Clyde Stubblefield. It’s our “Oops! All Drummers!” episode, so strap in for some syncopations, paradiddles, breaks, ghost notes, backbeats, ostinados, tresillos, and the eight simple bars of hi-hat, snare, and kick that birthed decades of great (and not-so-great) samples. We start in the stems, deep diving on what makes this iconic beat so damn good, including the four ideas that Stubblefield abandons along the road to the titular funk. Then, we get into the song’s legacy and the decades of samples that Stubblefield’s beat created, from 80s hip hop to 90s rock to 2000s cartoons. We’re giving Stubblefield his due. Because after all—the name of the tune is Funky Drummer. Songs Discussed: “Cold Sweat” (1967) – James Brown “Give It Up or Turnit a Loose” (1970) – James Brown “Say It Loud – I’m Black and I’m Proud” (1968) – James Brown “Mother Popcorn” (1969) – James Brown “The Classy M.C.'s” (1985) – MC Quick Quintin and MC Mello J. “It’s A Demo” (1986) – Kool G Rap & DJ Polo “South Bronx” (1987) – Boogie Down Productions “Jack the Ripper” (1989) – LL Cool J “Mama Said Knock You Out” (1990) – LL Cool J “Rock the Bells” (1985) – LL Cool J “Rebel Without A Pause” (1987) – Public Enemy “Bring the Noise” (1987) – Public Enemy “Fuck Tha Police” (1989) – N.W.A. “Run’s House” (1988) – Run-D.M.C. “Let Me Ride” (1992) – Dr. Dre “Justify My Love” (1990) – Madonna “To My Donna” (1991) – Young Black Teenagers “Where I’m From” (1993) – Digable Planets “The Next Movement” (1999) – The Roots “The Magic Number” (1989) – De La Soul “Freedom! '90” (1990) – George Michael “2001” (1992) – Melissa Etheridge “G-Bop” (1992) – Kenny G “The Powerpuff Girls Theme” (1998) – James L. Venable, Thomas Chase, and Stephen Rucker “In Effect” (1995) – DJ Red Alert & Mike Slammer “Officer” (1992) – The Pharcyde Subscribe to the One Song Patreon at patreon.com/onesong Check out the One Song Spotify playlist Engineering by Katie Gilchrist Produced, edited, and mixed by Eric Hicks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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About One Song
ONE SONG is an award-winning music podcast where friends Diallo Riddle (Emmy-nominated star and creator of HBO Max’s South Side and IFC’s Sherman’s Showcase) and Blake "LUXXURY" Robin (Songwriter, Producer, KCRW DJ & TikTok “Interpolation” whisperer) hilariously break down ONE SONG from the pop music canon that you know - or need to know - but have never heard quite like this. The show was named top 25 of the year by The Atlantic, and has featured guests from Devo to Lil’ Jon.
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