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Song 2

In this podcast, Stephen Steps Lowe takes a classic album and argues that the LP"s SONG 2 is the most important one.

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Song 2: Alice Cooper (S.4 Ep.6), 18/10/2024

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2024/10/18

"I wouldn't put any song on an album unless, I wanted the audience to go WOW!"Today, we have a rock legend in the mix: Alice Cooper! Known for his theatrical performances and groundbreaking sound, Alice has been a pivotal figure in the music world for decades. In this episode, we’ll dive into the often-overlooked topic of tracklisting. Alice will share his insights on how he carefully curates the order of songs on an album, discussing the emotional journey that each track takes listeners on. We’ll

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Song 2: What does A.I think? (S.4 Ep.5), 16/10/2024

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2024/10/16

For this week’s episode, we’ve gone a bit META and employed AI to try and take this argument to it’s natural, or rather artificial conclusion.And before anyone scream out about the threat of SKYNET taking over track listing, I remind you that most of the songs you get, an the order in which you get them are being pumped and parped out by the ALGORITHM, anyway. This pod has always been a subtle love letter to the albums and mixtapes of the world and the range of answers we have had over our 4

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Song 2: Johnny Borrell - Razorlight (S.4 Ep.4),...

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2024/10/11

"Two? Two is all about what it does to your body. But for me, four and seven are absolutely crucial!"Known for their catchy hooks and electrifying sound, Razorlight has made a significant impact on the music scene since their debut. In this episode, Johnny joins us to discuss one of the most crucial yet often overlooked aspects of making an album: tracklisting and tells us if he’s a Song 2 fan. So, whether you’re a die-hard fan or just curious about the artistry behind the music, sit back and

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Song 2: House Of Pain - Jump Around (S.4 Ep. 3),...

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2024/10/09

Celebrated for its unparalleled ability to get just about anyone airborne, Jump Around is as strong an argument for Song 2 as it gets. It is a rather safe bet to say that if you’ve ever been to a sporting match, a rowdy get together or even just a social gathering where alcohol and personal interaction go hand in hand, odds on you have gone a bit salmon-like and leapt around to House of Pain’s 1990s jam ‘Jump Around’.

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Song 2: Rick Witter - Shed Seven (S.4 Ep.2), 02/10/2024

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2024/10/02

"Nope - I think it's very important but not THE most important. We often put a very Shed Seven sounding song as Track 2, it's kinda like a safety blanket"Hello and welcome to the second episode from the fourth season of Song 2. Don’t tell anyone but we were also surprised that Episode 1 came out when it did, we thought we had a couple more weeks to go. We will go ahead and blame calendar formatting. Right then, excuses out of the way, let’s get into this week’s episode and we are back nattering

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Song 2: Dua Lipa - Houdini (S.4 Ep.1), 25/09/2024

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2024/09/25

For this particular episode we are looking at Dua Lipa’s song ‘Houdini’ which was released as a second song on Radical Optimism. Even though the singer also says of herself ‘I come and I go’, she adds the ‘they’ seemingly to imitate people’s rumours, or to prove she is popular for her ways. Dua Lipa picks up on the fast pace of the dating sphere, if you don’t act fast it necessarily means that you’ve missed your chance and will have to move on just as quick.

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Song 2: Mid-Season Pause, 16/07/2024

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2024/07/16

In case you were wondering where the pods were, we’ve been mad busy with LIVE RadioFear not, admin, broadcasting, scheduling and interviewing can only keep us away for so long. We’ve heaps of new content on the boil, including Mike Portnoy, Billy Corgan, Alice Cooper, Cola, Bdrmm and many, many more. See you soon. And remember, it’s two or nothing.

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6:15

Song 2: Foals - Mountain At My Goats (S.3 Ep.32),...

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2024/06/19

On today’s episode we will be taking a look at the tremendous band Foals and their song Mountain at my Gates off their fourth studio album What Went Down.Having firmly established themselves as icons in the UK indie rock scene, there was a certain level of expectation on their shoulders in 2015 before releasing their album, but the band from Oxford delivered on all fronts and their second song is an absolute banger.

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Song 2: E from The Eels (S.3 Ep.30), 14/06/2024

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2024/06/14

"I've probably screwed some up and put a turd on second occasionally but I think mostly, they're pretty solid"Now, for this week’s Song 2 I have to call myself out. Why? Well, first, this has been in the to do file for a long while. Sam Steen spoke with E of The Eels last year, yes, 20 frikkin' 23 and we are just getting to it now. AND, well, would go and believe it, E, has no hesitation in agreeing with the theory. None at all. Which is nice, considering The Eels have recently released another

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Song 2: Ms. Dynamite - 'Dy-Na-Mi-Tee' (S.3 Ep.30),...

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2024/06/12

In this episode we are looking at what could arguably be described as a one hit wonder... ...the amazing Ms. Dynamite and her song Dy-na-mi-tee (you have to sing it!). Ms Dynamite, born Niomi Arleen McLean-Daley, is raw UK R&B, her attitude and energy epitomize the scene and no song more so than Dy-na-mi-tee which is a reflection on her youth. It's a story reflecting someone who had to mature quicker than she might have wished.

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Song 2: Crosses (S.3 Ep.29), 11/06/2024

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2024/06/11

"I've never thought of that before, but I agree, and I can see how that (Song 2) makes a lot of sense" - Chino Moreno In this week’s song 2 we are having a quick turnaround for our chat with Chino Moreno (of Deftones of course) and Shaun Lopez (formerly of the band Far)… ahead of their scheduled show at den A performing as Crosses – there’s a full length interview with them available on RTL Play. Here, I am delighted to report that I have full support, with Chino very much on side and Shaun happy

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Song 2: Chastity Belt (S.3 Ep.28), 05/06/2024

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2024/06/05

"I don't think there is a definitive answer to this... the second song is often times a single but I don't think a single is the best song" - Julia Shapiro Having only recently performed in Luxembourg at the Rotondes no less, Chastity Belt are on a European leg of promotion for the current LP, the really rather splendid, Live, Laugh Love, here we quiz Julia and Lydia on the importance of the second song. Please also check out the two-part interview available on RTL Play.

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Song 2: The Limiñanas - El Beach (S.3 Ep.27), 31/05/2024

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2024/05/31

"El Beach" by the Limiñanas is a masterclass in captivating its audience.Hello and welcome to another episode of Song 2, the podcast where we take a look into why the second track on an album holds such significance, and in many cases the first track often serves as an introduction, a way to hook the listener. The second track, however, is where the artist starts to reveal their true intentions. It's a critical moment, where the listener decides whether to continue the journey or not.

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7:17

Song 2: The Vaccines - If You Wanna (S.3 Ep.26),...

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2024/05/29

Today, we're diving into a song that perfectly exemplifies the Song2 concept: "If You Wanna" by The Vaccines. This track is the second song on their debut album, "What Did You Expect from The Vaccines?", which was the best selling album of 2011 and the song is nothing short of iconic. Released in 2011, "If You Wanna" quickly became an anthem for indie rock fans with its infectious energy. So sit back, relax, and join us as we delve into the brilliance of The Vaccines and their unforgettable second

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Song 2: The Libertines (S.3 Ep.25), 24/05/2024

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2024/05/24

"I leave it to Carl to sort that out (track listing), I just write the fucking songs" Pete DohertyA rather ramshackle and impromptu take on Song 2 featuring Pete Docherty and Gary Powell, Charlie does his best to get back from QPR, 'Purple Pig Puppies', Lichtenstein and landlubbers.

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7:58

Song 2: Destiny's Child - Survivor (S.3 Ep.24),...

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2024/05/15

We are looking at a song that if you don’t enjoy, then you are simply lying to yourself because it is an absolute banger! Welcome back to another episode of the musical bible that is our podcast song 2 where we discuss the nature of the second song on an album being the best or the most important. By one of the most popular female R&B groups to have ever done it, Destiny’s Child and their song Survivor.

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Song 2: Little Simz - Woman (S.3 Ep.23), 01/05/2024

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2024/05/01

On today’s show we will be looking at one of the most exciting talents in the UK right now……the one and only Little Simz and her inspiring song “Woman” off the album Sometimes I Might Be Introvert. She described it on her Tiny Desk performance as one of the best songs she has ever written. SO without further ado let’s take a look at what makes her and that song so special!

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Song 2: Poppy (S.3 Ep.22), 26/04/2024

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2024/04/26

“The story I want to tell on an album is more about the overall adventure” We are a couple of days behind, but Poppy is a great guest on the Song 2 problem. Having worked with Bad Omens and Knocked Loose of late, the diverse star is adding more and more strings to their bow.

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Song 2: Young Fathers - I Saw (S.3 Ep.21), 24/04/2024

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2024/04/24

You are tuned in to Song 2, the podcast where we go by the doctrine that the second song is either the most important or the best on an LP. People are philistines and don’t listen to full albums as much anymore but we say long live the purists that know the importance of bands creating their own identities through storytelling and track listings. On today’s show we will be looking at one of the albums of 2023, namely Heavy Heavy by Young Fathers and their song “I Saw".

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Song 2: Des Rocs (S.3 Ep.20), 19/04/2024

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2024/04/19

"Curating the journey of an album is everything to me. EVERYTHING"We interviewed Des Rocs earlier this year, being that we were super dialed into the raw riffs and the general appeal of this honest to goodness rock n roll. Check out the chat on RTL Play, here we ask the Song 2 q and we find that we are bang on the money… even if Des Rocs is not going to outstay his welcome, check it out.

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