The Great Song Podcast

Episodes

Oct. 19, 2018

Tiny Dancer (Elton John) - Episode 223

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 o…
Oct. 12, 2018

When the Night Comes (Joe Cocker) w Phil Grande - Episode 222

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 MO…
Oct. 5, 2018

Free Fallin' (Tom Petty) - Episode 221

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 r…
Sept. 28, 2018

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

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 we…
Sept. 21, 2018

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

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 …
Sept. 14, 2018

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

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 appropri…
Sept. 7, 2018

The Power of Love (Huey Lewis and The News) - Episode 217

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://anchor.fm/greatsongpod/mess…
Aug. 31, 2018

Killing Me Softly (Roberta Flack/Fugees) - Episode 216

ONE TIIIME! Oh yeah, it's time to bust out the 90's hip hop classic that first was a 70's R&B classic that was first a...well, it was an OK folk tune. Also, the boys discuss who should be cast in a musical version of Clue, a…
Aug. 24, 2018

25 or 6 to 4 (Chicago) - Episode 215

Windows down, radio up! Chicago and company are providing the perfect road trip song about--wait, what's this song about? Also, bad horsies, Billy Joel breaks our hearts, and guitar innovations that are totally impractical. …
Aug. 17, 2018

500 Miles (The Proclaimers) - Episode 214

DAAH-DADAT-DA!! Get yer Scottish accent ready for this week's singalong classic. Also in this episode:90's CCM artists and their web of lead singers, and how to pronounce "Auchtermuchty!" Join our Facebook group for weekly t…
Aug. 10, 2018

Martin Page (Interview) - Episode 213

Buckle in for an XL Episode with a fantastic interview with Martin Page, whose hits include "We Built This City," "These Dreams" and so many more, and whose 1994 opus In the House of Stone and Light set records for its time …
Aug. 3, 2018

Pleasant Valley Sunday (The Monkees) w/ Joey Abbott - Episode 212

Special guest Joey Abbott joins Rob and JP for a laugh-a-minute review of the Monkees classic riff on suburbia, ERR being in a mental institution? Also, The Greatest Showman, George Michael, and oh yeah Rob accuses Carole Ki…
July 27, 2018

Right Now (Van Halen) w/Robby Wade - Episode 211

Robby Wade joins the boys for a lively back-and-forth, all centered around Van Halen's rock masterpiece, "Right Now." Pop open a Crystal Pepsi and grab your striped guitar, 'cause it's 5150 time! Join our Facebook group for …
July 20, 2018

Dance With Me (Orleans) - Episode 210

WARNING: This song WILL be stuck in your head FOREVER. You may not think you know it, but you definitely do. And it will never leave you alone (and that's a good thing). Plus the sweetest story from JP's cross-section of mus…
July 13, 2018

At This Moment (w/Special Guest Billy Vera) - Billy Vera and the Beaters - Episode 209

A landmark episode for Rob and JP as we speak to the writer and performer of one of our favorite '80s classics! Billy Vera calls in to discuss his signature song, the crazy story of its rise to popularity, and SO much more! …
July 6, 2018

Summer in the City (The Lovin' Spoonful) - Episode 208

The ultimate Summer song? Hard not to make the argument when you're still in rotation 50 years after release, and oh yeah you came out ON the Fourth of July. Also we talk about the end of Rob's spelling bee career and Andre…
June 29, 2018

Summertime (DJ Jazzy Jeff and the Fresh Prince) - Episode 207

Our Tribute to Summer begins with this smooth hip-hop classic from the one and only Will Smith and his right hand man, DJ Jazzy Jeff. We talk Fresh Prince, Ninja Turtles, mixtapes and everything in-between, including the wor…
June 22, 2018

Barracuda (Heart) - Episode 206

Ooooooooooh, Barracuda! Rob and JP lead into a lovefest about Heart's greatness as a rock band with - what else - a side conversation about MC Hammer and Deion Sanders. Also, Rob outs one of his friends in a super-embarrasin…
June 15, 2018

Ten Summoner's Tales (Sting) - Ep 205 COMMENTARY ONLY

**THIS EPISODE INCLUDES COMMENTARY ONLY** The boys expand into a new format with this episode: real-time full album commentary on one of the greatest albums of our lifetime; Sting's amazing Ten Summoner's Tales. Enjoy this v…
June 15, 2018

Ten Summoner's Tales (Sting) Ep 205 WITH MUSIC

**THIS EPISODE INCLUDES ALBUM AUDIO WITH COMMENTARY** The boys expand into a new format with this episode: real-time full album commentary on one of the greatest albums of our lifetime; Sting's amazing Ten Summoner's Tales. …
June 8, 2018

Arthur's Theme (Best That You Can Do) - Christopher Cross - Episode 204

This week we celebrate the King of Yacht Rock himself! Feel the breeze and let your flamingo flag fly! Also, Michael McDonald, Penguino Rodgriguez, and the sax intro that stumped Rob. Join our Facebook group for weekly threa…
June 1, 2018

Fire and Rain (James Taylor) - Episode 203

James Taylor is ready to get all up in your feels on this week's episode, and so are Rob and JP. We'll laugh, we'll cry; we'll insult John Denver. Let's get to work! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/greatson…
May 25, 2018

In The Air Tonight (Phil Collins) - Episode 202

Drowning conspiracies, gated reverb and teenagers who can't wait 3 minutes for a groove...we cover all that and more as we get into another all-time smash, Phil Collins' signature hit, "In The Air Tonight." Join our Facebook…
May 18, 2018

Where the Streets Have No Name (U2) - Episode 201

We're BACK for SEASON 2! Join Rob and JP as we get back to business--Jersey Mikes, dotted quarter delays, and our favorite 1-2 punches to open an album. All this and much more as we get into U2's classic from The Joshua Tree…