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Episode 32: Chain Gang by Sam Cooke

We pick up where we left off in the Sam Cooke story! He had just become a pop sensation with "You Send Me"... but he outgrew his label. He'd sign with RCA, where his very first single with them would be this masterpiece.

Episode 31: Love Me Do by The Beatles

In our first episode of 2026, the Fab Four make their grand entrance! This episode explores their early history, dating back from the 1956 formation of the Quarrymen, all the way to their debut 1962 hit in the UK.

Episode 30: The Weight by The Band

This is the longest episode yet, but it's about a song well worth your time! It's a four and a half minute masterpiece, telling of an epic trip through a little old town called Nazareth. Here, our narrator encounters eccentric, you might even say crazy, residents. Enjoy the story of "The Weight"!

Episode 29: The 12 Doo Wops of Christmas

This episode features 12 doo wop classics to get us in the mood for the holiday season! With such songs as "Jingle Jangle", "Hey Santa Claus", and of course... "Christmas Morning", you simply can't go wrong. Merry Christmas everyone :)

Episode 28: You're A Mean One, Mr. Grinch by Thurl Ravenscroft

Today's episode today discusses not just into music, but also kids' books and a little bit of politics. Because hey, we're talking about the legendary Dr. Seuss! And the song that emerged from his most cretinous creation.

Episode 27: Silver Bells by Bing Crosby

There's always a feeling of Christmas in the air as long as Bing Crosby is singing! This episode celebrates his career, and in particular, his holiday-themed tunes. Although, the prolific artist recorded over 1,600 different songs in his lifetime.

Episode 26: Little Saint Nick by The Beach Boys

We're in the holiday spirit now on this podcast! This week's episode features songs from a famous 1964 Christmas album... you could say it's a story that you've all been told. But I'm telling it again here!

Episode 25: Take Me Home, Country Roads by John Denver

Today's episode is my longest one yet... over 23 minutes! But with a song as legendary and iconic as this John Denver classic, I'd say it's worth it.

Episode 24: Ankle Bracelet by The Pyramids

This episode is dedicated to 5 obscure Brooklyn doo wop songs, and what little I can tell of their artists. All 5 of them lived their vocal group lives like a candle in the wind! And the episode was all inspired by an uptempo ditty called "Ankle Bracelet".

Episode 23: These Boots Are Made For Walkin' by Nancy Sinatra

Today we cover the fascinating career of Nancy Sinatra, a swinging sixties lady whose swagger and signature song helped separate her from her father's shadow. Are you ready? Start listening!