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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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01:09:05

**COMMENTARY ONLY** Are You Experienced? (Jimi...

The Great Song Podcast ·

2019/02/22

**COMMENTARY ONLY VERSION** This week we close out Black History Month with a celebration of one of the great rock albums of all time--"Are You Experienced?" by the Jimi Hendrix Experience! Listen along with Rob and JP through the entire album, getting insight, commentary, and the usual shenanigans along the way. This version contains Rob and JP's commentary WITHOUT music, so that you can listen along on your own system of choice. If you want the music and commentary presented together, listen to

01:09:05

**MUSIC + COMMENTARY** Are You Experienced? (Jimi...

The Great Song Podcast ·

2019/02/22

**MUSIC WITH COMMENTARY VERSION** This week we close out Black History Month with a celebration of one of the great rock albums of all time--"Are You Experienced?" by the Jimi Hendrix Experience! Listen along with Rob and JP through the entire album, getting insight, commentary, and the usual shenanigans along the way. This version contains Rob and JP's commentary WITH music, presented and synced together in the episode. If you prefer to listen to the album separately on your own speakers, listen to

00:49:17

I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me) - Whitney...

The Great Song Podcast ·

2019/02/15

The height of 80's fun pop (and maybe the single most catchy tune we've covered yet) comes to us in the form of Whitney Houston's smash hit. Rob and JP continue the show's Black History Month celebration with one of the all-time voices in modern music history. Also in this episode: - What the heck is wrong with the Billboard All-Time 600 Chart? - Boy Meets Girl Meets Clive Davis Meets Whitney - Electric drums and the rise of the world-renowned 808 --- Send in a voice message:

00:54:44

Ain't No Sunshine (Bill Withers) - Episode 306

The Great Song Podcast ·

2019/02/08

Groove along with us as Black History Month continues! We’re talking about the most down-to-Earth music legend of all time and celebrating his classic hit, “Ain’t No Sunshine.” In This Episode: -“Grandma’s Hands” and the art of sampling -Is Joe Cocker the greatest “cover artist” of all time? -Some Matlock ish in Meet the Band, and - Who would induct you into the Rock n Roll HOF? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/greatsongpod/message

00:51:47

Midnight Train to Georgia (Gladys Knight & the Pips)...

The Great Song Podcast ·

2019/02/01

Let's Pip it up! The pod is celebrating Black History Month and kicking it off with this classic ear worm from Gladys and the lads. In this episode: - The original title of this song was what now? - Fat-back bass - Pips, pips, and more pips! - James Bond trivia --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/greatsongpod/message

01:07:01

Enter Sandman (Metallica) - Episode 304

The Great Song Podcast ·

2019/01/25

Awww, yea-heh!! Get your rock fist in the air and bang that head with us as we dive into Metallica's signature song (at least if you're posers like us!). In this episode: - We definitely say some stuff that Metallica die-hards will hate us for; - Reverse Covers; and -That old guy in the video is NOT who the internet says he is. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/greatsongpod/message

00:40:30

You Make My Dreams (Hall and Oates) - Episode 303

The Great Song Podcast ·

2019/01/18

Bop along and get ready for the feel-good earworm of 1981, Hall and Oates' "You Make My Dreams." In this episode: - A Philadelphia gang fight - What is blue-eyed soul, and is it racist? - a cover version that’s so bad we needed a pallet cleanser, and - a new "Meet the Band" jingle that's so embarrassing it made my kid leave the room! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/greatsongpod/message

00:51:41

(Everything I Do) I Do It For You (Bryan Adams) -...

The Great Song Podcast ·

2019/01/11

There's no love like your love! Grab some arrows and impress your favorite maiden with Bryan Adams' 1991 classic ballad. Also in this episode, we learn a LOT we didn't know about Shania Twain and we accuse Bryan Adams of pushing 70. Enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/greatsongpod/message

01:00:16

Man in the Mirror (Michael Jackson) - Episode 301

The Great Song Podcast ·

2019/01/04

Sha-mone! Grab your crotch and turn up your winter coat, it's time to give one of the all-time greats his due. That's right, Michael Jackson is our Season 3 opener, and we can't wait to deep-dive into his inspirational classic with you. We'll talk Quincy Jones, the California Raisins, and the beauty of the hanging 4 chord. Season 3--let's go!! As always, leave us a review to help the show get in front of more folks, and connect with us for Shenanigans, merch, and more. Join our Facebook group for

00:41:58

Christmas Time is Here (Bonus Episode)

The Great Song Podcast ·

2018/12/14

AKA "Why Willie Mays and Coca-Cola are Responsible for Your Childhood." Deck them halls and all that! Get in the Christmas feels with Rob and JP, and learn the really pretty unlikely story of an all-time Christmas classic. Be friends with us! facebook.com/groups/greatsongpod Twitter/Insta: @greatsongpod Archives and merch always open at greatsongpodcast.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/greatsongpod/message

00:25:27

Best of Season 2

The Great Song Podcast ·

2018/11/23

All (well, most of) the funniest moments from season 2, including a few moments not included previously. Have a good laugh at or with us, and we'll see you at season 3 unless we've got something devastatingly sneaky up our sleeves... --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/greatsongpod/message

01:10:20

Bohemian Rhapsody (Queen) - Season 2 Finale, Episode 225

The Great Song Podcast ·

2018/11/02

Oh yeah! We went big for the Season 2 Finale and tackled one of the most epic rock tunes of all time! Here's everything you want to know about Queen's signature classic, plus tons of our world famous sidebars™. Thanks for listening, and don't worry - season 3 will be here before you know it! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/greatsongpod/message

00:47:13

The Devil Went Down to Georgia (Charlie Daniels) -...

The Great Song Podcast ·

2018/10/27

It's the week of Halloween, and in tribute we're talking about our favorite song about the devil! Rob and JP talk Satan, fiddles, and a weird amount of baseball for a song about...well, Satan. As always, leave us a review to help the show get in front of more folks, and connect with us for Shenanigans, merch, and more. Join our Facebook group for weekly threads, fun discussions and more: Facebook.com/groups/greatsongpod Twitter/Instagram: @GreatSongPod Merch and archives at greatsongpodcast.com ---

00:46:41

Tiny Dancer (Elton John) - Episode 223

The Great Song Podcast ·

2018/10/19

Hug a buddy and sway along! We've got Sir Elton's classic crowd-pleaser in an episode chock full of goodness as we ramp toward the end of season 2. Also in this episode: splitting sandwiches, the shirt your wife hates, and our favorite movie pitchers. As always, leave us a review to help the show get in front of more folks, and connect with us for Shenanigans, merch, and more. Join our Facebook group for weekly threads, fun discussions and more: Facebook.com/groups/greatsongpod Twitter/Instagram:

00:51:27

When the Night Comes (Joe Cocker) w Phil Grande -...

The Great Song Podcast ·

2018/10/12

Our very special 1-year anniversary show includes one of our all-time favorite Joe Cocker jams, and an interview with Joe's lead guitarist-slash-our-new-bff Phil Grande (in what turned out to be his final interview). Want MORE show? Join us on PATREON for weekly reaction mini-sodes, new ways to interact with us, and chances to be part of the show! patreon.com/greatsongpod Connect with us on socials for Shenanigans, merch, and more! Facebook.com/groups/greatsongpod Twitter/Instagram:

00:41:50

Free Fallin' (Tom Petty) - Episode 221

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2018/10/05

A year after his passing, the lads honor Tom Petty by covering his signature song. Also, our top fictional bands, and how this song can be described perfectly in a six-second Vine. (RIP Vine and Tom.) As always, leave us a review to help the show get in front of more folks, and connect with us for Shenanigans, merch, and more. Join our Facebook group for weekly threads, fun discussions and more: Facebook.com/groups/greatsongpod Twitter/Instagram: @GreatSongPod Merch and archives at

00:52:36

Life's Been Good (Joe Walsh) - Episode 220

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2018/09/28

One of the most unique guys in rock brings us a delightfully cheeky song about stardom. In this episode: Intentional sloppiness Tambourines in church Sean Connery The harmonic series Want MORE show? Join us on PATREON for weekly reaction mini-sodes, new ways to interact with us, and chances to be part of the show! patreon.com/greatsongpod Connect with us on socials for Shenanigans, merch, and more! Facebook.com/groups/greatsongpod Twitter/Instagram: @GreatSongPod greatsongpodcast.com --- Send in

00:50:35

September (Earth, Wind & Fire) - Episode 219 ft....

The Great Song Podcast ·

2018/09/21

Janson Furrow joins the boys for the danciest dance floor jam maybe ever! Dare you to get up and groove with GSP and EWF. Also: Al McKay’s Star licks, afros of choice, and creating a musical Captain Planet. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/greatsongpod/message

00:52:14

Reelin' in the Years (Steely Dan) - Episode 218

The Great Song Podcast ·

2018/09/14

We're Two Against Nature! Well... we've been called unnatural, anyway. Everyone's favorite jazz-rock outfit is this week's topic, and the song is the happiest sounding breakup song you've ever heard! Also: the most appropriate nickname in music, sending back food, and apple pie! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/greatsongpod/message

01:07:12

The Power of Love (Huey Lewis and The News) - Episode...

The Great Song Podcast ·

2018/09/07

Feel the power! Lyric debates, Back to the Future, Musical Pseudonyms and way more in a big ol' fun episode about a classic 80s jam. Synth on, party people! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/greatsongpod/message

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