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One Song

One Song

172 episodes

ONE SONG is an award-winning music podcast where friends Diallo Riddle (Emmy-nominated star and creator of HBO Max’s South Side and IFC’s Sherman’s Showcase) and Blake "LUXXURY" Robin (Songwriter, Producer, KCRW DJ & TikTok “Interpolation” whisperer) hilariously break down ONE SONG from the pop music canon that you know - or need to know - but have never heard quite like this. The show was named top 25 of the year by The Atlantic, and has featured guests from Devo to Lil’ Jon.

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  1. D'Angelo's "Devil's Pie"

    · 1 h 13 min

    How did D’Angelo’s ‘Devil’s Pie’ foreshadow the sound of his seminal album Voodoo? This week on One Song, Diallo and LUXXURY discuss D’Angelo’s upbringing and influences, the unmistakable Dilla influence of the rhythm…

  2. Iggy Pop's "Lust for Life"

    · 1 h 05 min

    How did “Lust for Life” become Iggy Pop’s ultimate reinvention? Diallo and LUXXURY dive into his Berlin partnership with David Bowie, unpack the unstoppable Motown-inspired drumbeat, and reveal the meaning behind one…

  3. Wu-Tang Clan's "Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers)"

    · 1 h 03 min

    Is Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers) the most defining debut in hip-hop history? In this special One Song episode, Diallo and LUXXURY go beyond a single track to unpack how the Wu-Tang Clan built a gritty, cinematic…

  4. The Black Crowes' "Remedy"

    · 1 h 04 min

    What makes “Remedy” by The Black Crowes retro done right? Diallo and LUXXURY delve into the 1992 anomaly that fuses Southern soul, classic rock bravado, and punk attitude into a seamless, organic groove. Songs…

  5. Janelle Monáe’s "Make Me Feel"

    · 1 h 05 min

    Is Janelle Monáe’s “Make Me Feel” an homage to Prince’s “Kiss”? Diallo and LUXXURY break down the connections, Prince’s influence, and how Monáe created a musical world that is uniquely her own. Don’t let financial…

  6. Oasis' "Wonderwall"

    · 1 h 05 min

    What makes ‘Wonderwall’ the definitive Brit pop anthem of the 90s? This week on One Song, Diallo and LUXXURY unpack the lore of the Gallagher brothers, the inspiration behind the stadium sized hit, and recall Noel’s…

  7. Fall Out Boy's "Sugar, We're Going Down"

    · 1 h 00 min

    Is “Sugar, We’re Goin Down” emo’s ultimate anthem? Diallo and LUXXURY dive into Fall Out Boy’s breakout hit, charting the band’s journey from Chicago hardcore kids to Hot Topic legends, all while untangling the genre…

  8. Herbie Hancock's "Rockit"

    · 58 min

    How did a jazz innovator help bring hip-hop into the mainstream with one groundbreaking instrumental? Diallo and LUXXURY explore Herbie Hancock’s 1983 hit “Rockit,” the electro avant-garde experiment that elevated…

  9. Doja Cat "Paint the Town Red" with Laci Mosley

    · 1 h 12 min

    This week on One Song, Blake and LUXXURY are resharing their ‘‘Paint The Town Red’ episode in celebration of the release of Doja Cat’s new album Vie. In this episode, they discuss her rise from viral star to super star…

  10. Sylvester's "You Make Me Feel (Mighty Real)" with Stevie Mackey

    · 1 h 10 min

    Why does “You Make Me Feel (Mighty Real)” still light up dance floors decades later, and what makes Sylvester’s soaring falsetto pure legend?Diallo and LUXXURY get into the heart of this enduring disco anthem with…

  11. SWV's "I’m So Into You" with Brian Alexander Morgan

    · 1 h 09 min

    One Song celebrates 100 episodes with Brian Alexander Morgan, an era-defining producer of early 90s R&B. Brian breaks down how he created his own lane in the genre, fusing gospel, funk, and hip-hop on SWV’s 1993…

  12. Ozzy Osbourne's “Crazy Train”

    · 1 h 05 min

    All aboard! Diallo and LUXXURY pay tribute to Ozzy Osbourne with “Crazy Train” — the ultimate comeback anthem. They trace Ozzy’s rise from disgraced frontman to solo rockstar and go off the rails with a close listen of…

  13. Junior M.A.F.I.A. feat. The Notorious B.I.G. and Lil' Kim "Get Money"

    · 1 h 03 min

    Is Junior M.A.F.I.A.’s “Get Money” the definitive battle-of-the-sexes anthem? Diallo and LUXXURY dig into the fiery dynamic between Lil’ Kim and The Notorious B.I.G., on this classic hip-hop track where fact and…

  14. Olivia Rodrigo's “good 4 u”

    · 1 h 05 min

    Does ‘good 4 u’ build a bridge over the generational rock / pop divide? Diallo and LUXXURY dive into the teenage scream of Olivia Rodrigo’s ‘good 4 u’. They discuss her deep rock influences, Paramore interpolation…

  15. The Chemical Brothers' "Let Forever Be"

    · 1 h 01 min

    Is “Let Forever Be” the most British song of the '90s? Diallo and LUXXURY take a closer look at this era-defining track from the Chemical Brothers, where big beat production meets Britpop swagger and Beatles-esque…

  16. The Beach Boys' "God Only Knows"

    · 1 h 09 min

    Diallo and LUXXURY swim in the Beach Boys’ achingly beautiful ballad “God Only Knows,” a song that packs emotional vulnerability, baroque instrumentation, and studio innovation into just two and a half minutes. They…

  17. Lil Jon's "Get Low" with Lil Jon

    · 1 h 15 min

    Diallo and LUXXURY go from the window to the wall with the King of Crunk himself, Lil Jon, to unpack his 2000s club classic, “Get Low.” The superproducer shares how punk shaped his sound, why his DJ instincts are his…

  18. Jimi Hendrix's "All Along The Watchtower"

    · 57 min

    Is “All Along the Watchtower” the ultimate cover? In part two of their Jimi Hendrix deep dive, Diallo and LUXXURY unpack his best-selling single. They compare it to Bob Dylan’s original, explore the track’s…

  19. Jimi Hendrix's "Purple Haze"

    · 1 h 06 min

    This week on One Song, Diallo and LUXXURY kick off a two-part deep dive into Jimi Hendrix’s legacy, starting with the track that put him on the map—“Purple Haze” by The Jimi Hendrix Experience. They unpack the…

  20. Lil Wayne's “A Milli” with Bangladesh

    · 1 h 09 min

    Grammy-winning producer Bangladesh joins Diallo and LUXXURY to break down his iconic beat for Lil Wayne’s “A Milli” and his signature style behind hits like “What’s Your Fantasy,” “Diva,” and “Bossy.” Bangladesh dives…

  21. Change feat. Luther Vandross "Searching"

    · 1 h 06 min

    You’ve heard his voice sampled by Kendrick Lamar and SZA in “Luther,” but do you know his story? This week on One Song, Diallo and LUXXURY unpack the track that helped launch Luther Vandross into the spotlight –…

  22. Patrice Rushen's "Remind Me" with Patrice Rushen

    · 1 h 12 min

    One Song is closing out our celebration of Black Music Month with award-winning musician and composer Patrice Rushen. Alongside LUXXURY and Diallo, Patrice delves into her musical foundation and creative process that…

  23. The Roots' “The Next Movement”

    · 59 min

    One Song is continuing our celebration of Black Music Month with “The Next Movement” by The Roots. In this episode, Diallo and LUXXURY unpack how The Roots carved out an alternative lane at a time when mainstream…

  24. Sly and the Family Stone's "Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin)" w/ Novena Carmel

    · 1 h 02 min

    This week on One Song, Diallo and LUXXURY are resharing a special "thank you" episode in honor of the late musical genius Sylvester Stewart aka Sly Stone. In this episode, they discuss Sly and The Family Stone's 1970…

  25. Parliament's "Mothership Connection"

    · 1 h 05 min

    This June on One Song, Diallo and LUXXURY are celebrating Black Music Month. They're kicking it off with Parliament’s 1975 funk classic “Mothership Connection.” In this episode, they delve into Parliament's innovative…

  26. Robin S.'s "Show Me Love"

    · 1 h 05 min

    This week on One Song, we’re talking house music and the enduring influence of Robin S.’s “Show Me Love.” In their discussion, Diallo and LUXXURY trace the song's evolution from its R&B pop origins to the…

  27. Teena Marie's "Square Biz"

    · 1 h 02 min

    Teena Marie is one of R&B’s most enduring artists, and in many ways, she perfectly encapsulates what it means to be Black famous. This week, Diallo and LUXXURY break down her 1980 hit “Square Biz” and explore the…

  28. Beastie Boys' "Sabotage" w/ Nick Kroll

    · 1 h 14 min

    Listen all y’all, it’s “Sabotage” this week on One Song. To help break down this 1994 Beastie Boys classic, Diallo and LUXXURY are joined by the incredibly talented actor, comedian, writer, and producer Nick Kroll. On…

  29. Introducing: ReLiving Single

    · 53 min

    This week on One Song, we’re sharing a new podcast from our friends at Hartbeat: ReLiving Single. It’s the official, unofficial rewatch podcast for the iconic sitcom that changed the game. They dive into the episode’s…

  30. Dawn Penn's "You Don't Love Me (No, No, No)"

    · 1 h 03 min

    Wake the town and tell the people! This week, Diallo and LUXXURY explore the cultural conversation between the U.S. and Jamaica through the lens of Dawn Penn’s 1994 dancehall classic “You Don’t Love Me (No, No, No).…

  31. Roy Ayers' "Everybody Loves The Sunshine"

    · 59 min

    Just bees and things and one song that’s been sampled over 100 times! This week, Diallo and LUXXURY break down “Everybody Loves The Sunshine,” from the godfather of neo-soul, Roy Ayers. They discuss L.A.’s jazz scene,…

  32. Sonic Youth's "Kool Thing"

    · 1 h 00 min

    What happens when Kim Gordon and L.L. Cool meet for an interview 1989? You get this week’s song, Sonic Youth’s 1990 major label debut single “Kool Thing.” Join Diallo and LUXXURY as they unpack where the interview went…

  33. Roberta Flack's "Killing Me Softly With His Song"

    · 1 h 05 min

    This week on One Song, Diallo and LUXXURY dive into the lore of Roberta Flack's 3x Grammy-winning cover of “Killing Me Softly With His Song.” In their discussion, they journey through the life of the song, unpacking…

  34. The Clash's "London Calling" with Fred Armisen

    · 1 h 10 min

    Who’s calling? It’s One Song calling all you listeners in faraway towns. This week, Diallo and LUXXURY are joined by award-winning comedian, actor, musician, and writer Fred Armisen to discuss what makes “London…

  35. The Supremes' "You Keep Me Hangin' On"

    · 1 h 03 min

    Today on One Song, Diallo and LUXXURY unpack Motown’s secret sauce through the lens of The Supremes’s electrifying 1966 hit “You Keep Me Hangin’ On.” Diallo and LUXXURY highlight every element that makes this track a…

  36. A Tribe Called Quest's "Electric Relaxation"

    · 58 min

    Relax yourself and settle into part two of One Song’s A Tribe Called Quest deep dive with Relax yourself and settle into part two of One Song’s A Tribe Called Quest deep dive with “Electric Relaxation.” This week,…

  37. A Tribe Called Quest's "Scenario"

    · 1 h 02 min

    Here we go, yo, here we go, yo! This week, Diallo and LUXXURY unpack A Tribe Called Quest’s generation-defining posse cut “Scenario.” They discuss the sonic workings of Tribe’s engineer Bob Power, the show-stopping…

  38. Lady Gaga's "Poker Face"

    · 1 h 03 min

    Today’s song is a sure bet — no bluffin’ here. Join us this week on One Song as Diallo and LUXXURY dive deep into Lady Gaga’s career-breaking 2008 hit “Poker Face.” They discuss her early performance art collaborations…

  39. Donna Summer's "Hot Stuff"

    · 1 h 00 min

    If you’re trying to bring a wild man back home, have we got the song for you. This week on One Song join Diallo and LUXXURY as they break down Donna Summer’s 1979 hit “Hot Stuff.” They discuss Donna Summer’s theater…

  40. Phoenix's "1901"

    · 1 h 07 min

    Fold it? Fallin’? Or something completely different? This week on One Song, Diallo and LUXXURY break down “1901” by Phoenix, exploring the split between rock and electronic music that occurred in the 2000s, how their…

  41. DeBarge's "I Like It" with Bryan-Michael Cox

    · 1 h 13 min

    This week on One Song, Diallo and LUXXURY are joined by Grammy Award-winning songwriter, producer, DJ and music executive Bryan-Michael Cox to break down what makes DeBarge’s “I Like It” so special. They discuss the…

  42. Led Zeppelin's "Whole Lotta Love"

    · 1 h 13 min

    Thieving magpies or just pioneers of interpolation? Join Diallo and Luxxury as they unpack Led Zeppelin’s legacy of musical borrowing through the lens of “Whole Lotta Love.” They touch on a few other major cases of…

  43. George Benson's "Give Me the Night"

    · 1 h 14 min

    Are you ready to get smooth One Song Nation? Join Diallo and LUXXURY as they break down George Benson’s “Give Me the Night,” a song that helped usher in a wave of jazz-influenced pop music in the 1980’s. The guys talk…

  44. Jane's Addiction's "Mountain Song"

    · 1 h 19 min

    Cash in now One Song Nation, because this week Diallo & LUXXURY are going deep on Jane’s Addiction’s “Mountain Song,” a song that helped kick-start the wave of alternative music that defined the sound of the late…

  45. Grammy Predictions + Listener Mailbag

    · 59 min

    Do awards shows make you cry? If so, you've come to the right place. Join Diallo and LUXXURY as they break down this year's Grammy nominees and share their predictions for who they think will win. Plus, they’ll…

  46. The Concerts That Made Us

    · 1 h 06 min

    This week on One Song, join Diallo and LUXXURY as they look back on their formative concert experiences. Listen in to find out what shows influenced their sounds as budding DJs and musicians, which Coachella headliner…

  47. Taking A Quick Break

    · 1:54

    One Song Nation -- Diallo and LUXXURY are taking a quick break this week. In the meantime, search the archives for episodes you may have missed. They'll be back with new episodes of One Song very soon in January. Stay…

  48. Favorite Moments of 2024

    · 55 min

    This week on One Song, join hosts Diallo and LUXXURY as they revisit their favorite moments of the show in 2024. Get ready to relive the stems and samples that blew their minds, one-of-a-kind parodies that only the…

  49. Mariah Carey's "All I Want For Christmas Is You"

    · 1 h 27 min

    Calling all members of the Lambily – it’s time! On this episode, Diallo, LUXXURY and One Song EP Lesley Gwam break down Mariah Carey’s 1994 hit “All I Want For Christmas Is You” – which actually hit the top of the…

  50. Ariana Grande's "7 Rings"

    · 1 h 14 min

    You’ve probably hear “My Favorite Things” from The Sound of Music more times than you can remember...but have you *really* thought about how often it's been interpolated? And which version is the most iconic? On this…

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