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The Great Song Podcast

Rob Alley

Celebrating the greatest songs in modern music history and the creators behind them.

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00:46:02

All For Love (from The Three Musketeers) [Bryan...

The Great Song Podcast ·

2022/03/23

The ultimate trio of adult contemporary powerhouse dudes gave us one of the absolute hardest movie songs of all time, so it's only fitting that we become a trio once again with our very own D'Artagnan, mister Dave Barnes! We dig deep into this incredible track from Disney's The Three Musketeers soundtrack, plus discussions of all things relevant, and some of course irrelevant. Check out Dave's latest tunes and the "Nights Like These" tour at davebarnes.com. Get the extended version of this and many

01:04:36

Send Me an Angel [from The Wizard] w David Sterry of...

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2022/03/16

Movie Month's third tasting comes from the 1989 classic/disappointment/dud The Wizard, starring Fred Savage, Beau Bridges, Christian Slater and more. The movie may have flopped as well as the Nintendo Power Glove it promoted, but "Send Me an Angel" from its soundtrack became a hit for Australian outfit Real Life not once, but twice! We chat with frontman and synth wizard David Sterry about the songs popularity, its rebirth as a remix, and more. Also: - The Inaugural Great Song Pod Video Game

01:16:15

God Gave Rock and Roll to You (KISS) w Russ Ballard

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2022/03/09

From Bill and Ted's Bogus Journey comes our next Movie Month entry, the grand, uplifting power ballad, "God Gave Rock and Roll to You"...2? We'll answer all the questions and cover the significant versions leading up to this rock monster's inclusion in the film, and we'll chat with writer and original performer (as part of Argent) Russ Ballard. Also: - The wild journey to the opening key of this song - Argent and the ‘70s rock that birthed the original Join us on PATREON for early access, extended

01:07:39

Eye of the Tiger (w Dave Bickler of Survivor) -...

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2022/03/02

Movie Month returns with one of the all-time iconic soundtrack songs. From Rocky III (and pretty much every Rocky movie thereafter) comes Survivor's signature hit, "Eye of the Tiger." Original Survivor lead vocalist Dave Bickler joins us to discuss this song's journey to the big screen, why the movie version differs from the album cut, and oh yeah...being the voice of the single most successful radio commercial franchise of all time, Bud Light's "Real Men of Genius!" Join us on PATREON for early

01:25:58

The Freshmen (w Brian Vander Ark of The Verve Pipe)

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2022/02/23

Let’s be honest, there was a lot of brooding going on in the ’90s. But this week’s track may have been the most brooding thing to come out of the whole decade, and we all loved it. The grim story of The Verve Pipe’s “The Freshmen” is on the show this week, and we chat with writer and frontman about its creation, the downside of the music business, finding creative freedom and more, plus: - Being crowd pleasers - ‘90s shirt fashion - Lawn chairs and living rooms Join us on PATREON for early access,

00:56:00

I'm No Superman (Theme from "Scrubs") w Chad Fischer...

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2022/02/16

Multi-talented writer, producer and scorer Chad Fischer chats with us this week about his Lazlo Bane track "I'm No Superman," the story behind its inclusion in the TV show "Scrubs," his friendships with Zach Braff, Lisa Loeb, Colin Hay and more. Oh and rocket ships. Also: - Jimmy the cab driver - The song's serendipitous path from a backyard barbecue to Scrubs - The incredible connection/love triangle scenario connecting Chad Fischer, Colin Hay and a female cast member of "The Office" - Chad's

01:05:39

Greatest Love Story (w Brandon Lancaster of Lanco) -...

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2022/02/09

Valentine's Day calls for a great love song, and they don't come much better than Lanco's #1 smash "Greatest Love Story." Frontman and eponym Brandon Lancaster joins us, and the conversation starts off with some fascinating revelations! Also in this episode: — The NSYNC secret hidden in plain sight — Lanco’s “Bachelor” moment — JP and Brandon’s mirror life — Fat Giraffe --The artist Brandon Lancaster would “Yesterday” if he could --Sonic evolution in country music ---------------- The Great Song

01:05:05

YMCA (w Felipe Rose of The Village People) - Episode 901

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2022/02/02

Season 9 kicks off with a worldwide classic! Get your disco boots with the goldfish in 'em and let's get to dancing with the Village People classic, YMCA. In this episode we'll learn the origin of the group, the song, and the dance, and we chat with founding member Felipe Rose, aka "The American Indian Chief." Also: - A touching song from a fart, - Are you a lazy emmer? - Stump the Genius from our guest! Welcome to Season 9! Join us on PATREON for early access, longer interviews, weekly reaction

01:25:49

Best Of, Volume 4

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2022/01/26

Some of the funniest and favorite clips from seasons 4-8 of The Great Song Podcast, presented with almost zero context. Highlights include: Bette Middler and Linda Ronstadt Chocolate Rain Rod Stewart and Sandpaper Toast Farmers Only The Thin Blue Line Mariah Carey and Tiffany Amber Thiessen Philanthropiness Finger Love NASCAR names ...and much more. Enjoy! Your friends, Rob and JP --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/greatsongpod/message

00:17:29

Playlist My Life: My Spouse Didn't Replace the Toilet...

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2022/01/19

Stuck with no TP, a desperate spouse struggles with the betrayal and downright stench of the realization that there's no paper. This real-life suggestion from Jeremy Parker leads us to a rather unique playlist. Enjoy. What did we leave out? Let us know what song belongs on the official playlist, and we'll add our favorite! Best of The Great Song Podcast Vol. 4 next week, followed by the Season 9 premiere! --- Send in a voice message:

00:16:03

Playlist My Life: Enemies Becoming Friends (PML 203)

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2022/01/12

A tale as old as time. No, not THAT one. This week's prompt comes from Rich, and it's a perfect example of reconciliation and the power of forgiveness. What did we leave out? Let us know what song we should have included in the playlist, and we'll add our favorite selection! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/greatsongpod/message

00:17:05

Playlist My Life: Camping at the Grand Canyon (PML 202)

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2022/01/05

This week the boys tackle a playlist for the ultimate camping trip—one of the natural wonders of the world, the Grand Canyon. And it's up to you to tell us what we left out! Check out the official playlists and tell us what song you would add—we'll add our favorite to the list and credit you. Let's go camping! Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/59IxEM24Qt4u7xr48aypb9?si=ebb335e5978149dd Apple Music Playlist:

00:18:26

Playlist My Life - I Accidentally Got My Boss High

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2021/12/29

Series 2 of Playlist My Life begins with a hilariously awkward, but totally true, scenario set in an '80s Christian recording studio—how could we resist?? Let us know what song is missing, and we'll add our favorite to the official playlist! Got a scenario for Playlist My Life? Submit it by clicking the "messages" button at https://playlistpod.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/greatsongpod/message

01:07:46

Styx (w Lawrence Gowan of Styx) - Episode 820

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2021/12/22

It's epic season finale time, and it doesn't get more epic than the Grand Rock of Styx! Lawrence Gowan, Tommy Shaw, James J.Y. Young and the rest of the crew are ready to rock, and JP's ultimate band is great fodder for a walk through the prog-pop-hard rock landscape. Plus lead singer Lawrence Gowan talks with us about upholding the band’s legacy and exploring new territory with the band’s new album “The Crash of the Crown.” -- Join us on PATREON for early access, longer interviews, weekly reaction

01:01:41

Baby Come Back (w Peter Beckett of Player) - Episode 819

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2021/12/15

Atop the pinnacle of Yacht Rock Mountain, you'll find but a handful of songs, and "Baby Come Back" is definitely one of them. Lead singer Peter Beckett joins us to talk about one of the ultimate make-up songs, his newfound side business (spoiler alert; it's awesome), and we get into our usual shenanigans. Thanks for listening and supporting the show! Join us on PATREON for early access, longer interviews, weekly reaction mini-sodes, full bonus shows, and more chances to be part of the show

00:38:16

Karma Chameleon (Culture Club) - Rivalry Week 2 -...

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2021/12/08

Rivalry Week continues, as we now go toe-to-toe over another iconic '80s track, Culture Club's "Karma Chameleon," which Rob loves and JP hates. We'll fight over harmonicas, guitar tuning and more as we dig into the signature hit of Boy George and company. Join us on PATREON for early access, longer interviews, weekly reaction mini-sodes, full bonus shows, and more chances to be part of the show! patreon.com/greatsongpod Connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @greatsongpod for

00:49:41

Home Sweet Home (Motley Crüe) - Rivalry Week 1,...

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2021/12/01

The gloves are off, and we go head-to-head in the first installment of Rivalry Week for Season 8! This week it's Vince Neil, Tommy Lee and the boys of Motley Crüe, with one of the iconic proto-power ballads, "Home Sweet Home." Who do you side with? Plus: - Diacritical analysis (aka the metal ümlaut) - The hidden classic riff in the chorus - The cover version that charted higher than the original Join us on PATREON for early access, longer interviews, weekly reaction mini-sodes, full bonus shows, and

01:27:46

Beyond Belief (w John Schlitt of Petra) - Episode 816

The Great Song Podcast ·

2021/11/24

The biggest rock band in Christian music history is almost undeniably Petra, and JP is one of their biggest fans on planet Earth. Frontman John Schlitt joins us this week to talk about Petra's legacy, Beyond Belief, getting a kick in the pants from a new production team and more. Plus: - A Deathmatch of Hooks! - The ultimate Petra lyric challenge -- (Ad) Want to drive for Walmart and make up to $8k signing bonus? Fill out an application at drive4walmart.com, use referral name Rich Warne and driver

00:52:12

If You Could Only See (w Emerson Hart of Tonic)

The Great Song Podcast ·

2021/11/17

This episode gets burst wide open by JP's brilliant analysis of the guitar riff to this iconic '90s track, and Tonic frontman Emerson Hart joins us to talk about his favorite video memories, roller skating, and getting interrupted by Stone Temple Pilots. (Ad) Want to drive for Walmart and make up to $8k signing bonus? Fill out an application at drive4walmart.com, use referral name Rich Warne and driver ID 37783. Questions? Call Rich at 219.789.5441 or email countrycoincollector@gmail.com. (Ad) Get

01:24:01

Mr. Businessman (w Ray Stevens) - Episode 814

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2021/11/10

One of the all-time comedy and Nashville music legends, Ray Stevens, joins us to talk about his song Mr. Businessman, his iconic career and more! Also: - Rob has an epiphany - Freakin’ Ray Perm! - The art of the laugh track - A fake ending! **Ad:** Want to drive for Walmart and make up to $8k signing bonus? Fill out an application at drive4walmart.com, use referral name Rich Warne and driver ID 37783. Questions? Call Rich at 219.789.5441 or email countrycoincollector@gmail.com. **Ad:** Get “Real as

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