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Sister Nancy's "Bam Bam"
14 december 2023 · 59 min
Today on One Song we’re going to be telling you a story. It’s a story about rhythms and remixes, interpolations and sampling. It’s a story about a song that became huge – it’s been in movies, commercials, and it’s one of the most sampled Reggae songs ever. But one of the last people to find out about its success was the singer. This time on One Song Diallo Riddle and LUXXURY bring you the story of Sister Nancy’s Bam Bam.
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Outkast's "Ms. Jackson"
7 december 2023 · 1 uur
This time on One Song Diallo Riddle and LUXXURY are doing a deep dive into possibly the greatest ever apology song ever recorded: It’s OutKast’s multi-platinum ode to a complicated relationship and “baby’s drama mama”, Ms. Jackson.
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Yeah Yeah Yeahs' "Maps"
30 november 2023 · 1 uur 2 min
This time on One Song Diallo Riddle and LUXXURY are breaking out their skinny jeans, thrifted leather jackets, and statement hairstyles as they breakdown classic indie banger, Maps. The duo explore everything from the origins of the New York indie scene, to the Yeah Yeah Yeah’s writing process, to Karen O’s incredible onstage presence. Come for the fuzzy guitars, stay for the bangs.
Album: Fever to Tell
Released: 2003
Artist: Yeah Yeah Yeahs
Featured songs: Since U Been Gone by Kelly Clarkson, Hold Up by Beyoncé, Can't Gt Used to Losing You by Any Williams, Dance by ESG, Pin by Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Y Control by LUXXURY
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Mariah Carey’s “Fantasy” with guest Durand Bernarr
16 november 2023 · 1 uur 3 min
This time on One Song, Diallo Riddle and LUXXURY are joined by singer, Durand Bernarr. The trio explore Mariah Carey’s Fantasy (Bad Boy Remix ft. ODB), and talk through every single one of Mariah’s five octaves — not to mention her whistle registers. But, because we’re talking the Bad Boy Remix version of Fantasy, there’s also a lot of ODB high jinx. Including Diallo’s story about the time he had a brush with the ol’ dirty doggy himself.
Artist: Mariah Carey
Album: Daydream
Released: 1995
Genres: Dance Pop, Adult Contemporary
Featured songs: Daydream Interlude by Mariah Carey, Genius of Love by Tom Tom Club, Big Energy by Latto, It's Nasty by Grandmaster Flash and The Furious Five, Genius Rap by Dr. Jeckyll & Mr. Hyde, Return of the Mack by Mark Morrison, High Speed by 2Pac with Outlawz, One by Busta Rhymes with Erykah Badu, Only In California by Mack 10 with Ice Cube and Snoop Dogg, Lovin' You by Minnie Ripertn, Emotions by Mariah Carey, Freefall by KAYTRANADA with Durand Bernarr, Best of My Love by The Emotions, Got to Be Real by Cheryl Lynn
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Massive Attack's "Teardrop"
9 november 2023 · 58 min
Love is a verb, love is a doing word: And this week on One Song Diallo Riddle and LUXXURY are not short on things to say about Massive Attack’s trip-hop anthem, Teardrop. Join the fellas as they trace the group’s history from curious kids to electronica pioneers, take a look inside the song’s haunting melody, and the “voice of God” vocal supplied by Elizabeth Fraser. Lees meer
Come for the teardrops on the fire, stay for the breakdown one of 90s pop music’s greatest what-ifs: What would it have been like if, as one of Massive Attack’s producers intended, Madonna had sung the track.
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Janet Jackson's 'Control' album (w. special guest Jimmy Jam) - Pt. 2
2 november 2023 · 50 min
Diallo and LUXXURY continue their conversation with legendary producer Jimmy Jam in part two of this special double episode of One Song. They break down the making of Janet Jackson’s classic album “Control” with deep dives into the writing and production of Miss Jackson’s classic songs: “Nasty” “Control” and “When I Think of You." This is the second episode of a two-part special with Jimmy Jam. Lees meer
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Janet Jackson's 'Control' album (w. special guest Jimmy Jam) - Pt. 1
26 oktober 2023 · 1 uur 4 min
Legendary producer Jimmy Jam joins Diallo Riddle and LUXXURY to break down the making of Janet Jackson’s classic album, “Control”. Jimmy takes us inside the studio and breaks down the process of getting to know Ms. Jackson (if you’re nasty) and creating a sound and attitude that worked for her. This is the first of a two-part special with Jimmy Jam.
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Metallica's "Master of Puppets"
19 oktober 2023 · 56 min
Are you ready to go metal, listener? Because this time on One Song, Diallo and LUXXURY are here with a real riff monster: Master of Puppets by Metallica. It’s a song that is bursting with musicianship and angst and intricate instrumentals. Come for the stems of Lars Ulrich bashing away at his drums, and stay for LUXXURY’s metal origin story and his thoughts on the infamous ‘Some Kind of Monster’ documentary.
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Britney Spears “Toxic"
12 oktober 2023 · 55 min
This week on One Song, Diallo Riddle and LUXXURY get Toxic! Join for LUXXURY’s thesis on why the song is a pop masterpiece that weds high art and obscure sonic references with Britney Spears’ bubblegum vocals. There’s also all of the usual deep dives, rabbit holes, and interpolations — Including a James Bond connection. Lees meer
Artist: Britney Spears
Album: In the Zone
Released: 2003
Genres: Electropop, Dance Pop
Featured songs: Like I Love You by Justin Timberlake, Rumble by Link Wray & The Wraymen, Miserlou by Dick Dale, Pipeline by The Chantays, Livin' la Vida Loca by Ricky Martin, The James Bond Theme by John Barry, Bad Sign, Good Sign by Monty Norman, Touch Me by Cathy Dennis, All The Parties by Drake and Chief Keef, West End Girls by Pet Shop Boys
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Beyoncé “Break My Soul” with guest Bresha Webb
5 oktober 2023 · 50 min
Listeners: Press play and release your stress, and the rest, because on this episode of One Song we’re celebrating all things house, and all things Beyoncé! The fellas are joined by card-carrying Beyhive member, actress Bresha Webb, as they break down Break My Soul. Come for the stems and the Show Me Love interpolation discourse, stay for the wiggles.
Artist: Beyoncé
Album: Renaissance
Released: 2022
Artist: Beyoncé
Featured songs: Explode by Big Freedia, Show Me Love by Robin S, Plastic Dreams by Jaydee, Push the Feeling On by Nightcrawlers, MK, Please Don't Go by Double You, Can't Get You Out Of My Head by Kylie Minogue, Gypsy Woman by Crystal Waters and The Basement Boys, Want Love by Hysteric Ego, Sour Candy by Lady Gaga with BLACKPINK, 1999 by Charli XCX with Troye Sivan, Doo Doo Brown by 2 Hyped Brothers & A Dog, Energy by Beyoncé with BEAM, Milkshake by Kelis, Ooo La La La by Teena Marie, Vogue by Madonna
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Prince “Let’s Go Crazy” with guest Bashir Salahuddin
28 september 2023 · 1 uur 2 min
Dearly beloved, we are gathered here today for another episode of One Song. This time, Diallo and LUXXURY are joined by Diallo’s longtime writing partner and friend, Bashir Salahuddin. The trio go on a musical journey through Prince’s 1984 classic, Let’s Go Crazy. Follow along while LUXXURY plays Prince’s wild guitar solos, his iconic vocals, and buckle up for a highly controversial conversation when the fellas choose which song they’d drop off Purple Rain.
Artist: Prince and The Revolution
Album: Purple Rain
Released: 1984
Genre: Hard rock, funk rock
Featured songs: Let's Get Crazy by Evelyn "Champagne" King, Brothers Gonna Work It Out by Public Enemy, Sometimes I Miss You So Much by P.M. Dawn, Traffic Jam by "Weird Al" Yankovic, Rock Lobster by The B-52's, Ice Cream Man by Van Halen
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Nirvana “Smells Like Teen Spirit”
21 september 2023 · 53 min
This time on one song: Mosquitos and libidos. That’s right, Diallo and LUXXURY are off on a sonic adventure with Nirvana’s 1991 grunge rock juggernaut, Smells Like Teen Spirit. Hear why Diallo thinks it’s one of the most important songs in pop culture, and strap in for some rarely heard Kurt Cobain vocal stems. There’s also a lot of talk about blap-um-blap-um drum patterns.
Artist: Nirvana
Album: Nevermind
Released: 1991
Genres: Grunge, Alternative rock, Hard rock
Featured songs: More Than a Feeling by Boston, Godzilla by Blue Oyster Cult, Gigantic by Pixies, Early in the Morning by The Gap Band, Burn Rubber on Me by The Gap Band, Get Off Your Ass and Jam by Funkadelic, Me Myself and I by De La Soul, (Not Just) Knee Deep by George Clinton, Ain't Gonna Hurt Nobody by Brick, Funky Cold Medina by Tone-Loc
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Missy Elliot “Work It” with guest Punkie Johnson
14 september 2023 · 1 uur 1 min
Diallo and LUXXURY are joined this week by comedian and friend of the pod, Punkie Johnson. Together, they go on a quest to flip it and reverse it and unpack the many layers of samples and interpolations that went into Missy Elliott’s 2002 banger, Work It. Come for the badonkadonk, stay for the obscure Paul Simon sample.
Album: Under ConstructionReleased: 2002Genres: Southern hip hop; R&B; progressive rap; neo soulFeatured songs: The Request Line by Rock Master Scott and The Dynamic Three, Peter Piper by Run-D.M.C., Take Me to the Mardi Gras by Bob James, Take Me to the Mardi Gras by Paul Simon, The Things That You Do by Gina Thompson, Heart of Glass by Blondie, Kiss on My List, Daryl Hall & John Oates, In the Air Tonight by Phil Collins, RATATA by Skrillex, Miss Elliot and Mr. Oizo Lees meerLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Stevie Wonder “Superstition”
7 september 2023 · 1 uur
This time on One Song, Diallo and LUXXURY are taking a long hard look at Stevie Wonder’s “Superstition” and asking the questions that really matter: Is washing your face and hands a superstition or just good hygiene? What’s a clavinet? And, crucially, what does LUXXURY mean by “Stevie slop”?
Album: Talking Book
Released: 1972
Artist: Stevie Wonder
Genre: Classic Soul
Awards: Grammy Award for Best R&B Song, MORE
Featured songs: Cybernaut by Tonto's Expanding Head Band, Machine Gun by Commodores, Black Cow by Steely Dan, You Make Loving Fun by Fleetwood Mac
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The Beatles “Come Together”
31 augustus 2023 · 1 uur 1 min
This week on one song we’re talking all things joo joo eyeball, walrus gumboot, and monkey finger — That’s right, Diallo and LUXXURY are peering into The Beatles word salad masterpiece, Come Together. Come for John Lennon’s breathtaking isolated vocal stems, stay for LUXXRY’s hot takes on Ringo Starr’s drumming skills.
Album: Abbey Road
Artist: The Beatles
Released: 1969
Genres: Blues rock, Swamp rock, Rock, Folk
Featured songs: You Can't Catch Me by Chuck Berry, You Can't Catch Me by John Lennon
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The Music That Made Us
24 augustus 2023 · 1 uur 4 min
This time on One Song we’re flipping the script and doing something different: LUXXURY and Diallo will be sharing the songs that changed the way that they listen to music. So come along for the ride and hear about the song that convinced Diallo that he was no longer young, and one that still brings LUXXURY to tears. Lees meer
Black Ego by Digable Planets
West End Girls by Pet Shop Boys
Pedestal by Portishead
Protect Ya Neck by Wu-Tang
Then She Did... by Jane's Addiction
Every Nose by N.E.R.D
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Mark Ronson ft Bruno Mars “Uptown Funk”
17 augustus 2023 · 47 min
This time on One Song we’ve got a real interpolation-palooza for you! Join Diallo and Blake as they wade through all the different layers of inspiration and interpolation that went into Mark Ronson and Bruno Mars’ modern classic: Uptown Funk.
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The Smiths “How Soon is Now” with guest Kaskade
10 augustus 2023 · 43 min
Live from Las Vegas, Diallo and Blake are joined for this special episode of One Song by superstar DJ, Kaskade. Kaskade chose the song he wanted to explore and he went with a surprising choice for an EDM pioneer: The Smiths 1984 banger, How Soon Is Now. Listen along to find out why the song means so much to Kaskade, and hear team One Song's analysis. Lees meer
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The Notorious B.I.G. “Mo Money Mo Problems”
3 augustus 2023 · 55 min
This time Diallo and Luxxury mark the 50th anniversary of hip hop by diving deep into the Notorious B.I.G classic, Mo Money Mo Problems. Join the guys as they break down the song's use of a disco beat, Stevie J's unique contributions, and prepare to feel chills when you hear Biggie's isolated vocals. Album: Life After Death. Genres: R&B/Soul, Hip-Hop/Rap. Featured artists: Diddy, Mase Lees meer
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New Order “Blue Monday”
27 juli 2023 · 57 min
This time on One Song, Diallo and Luxxury dig into the biggest selling 12 inch single of all-time: Blue Monday, by New Order. The guys break down how the song was created, its surprising disco influences, and one of the most nonchalant vocal performances ever recorded. Album: Power, Corruption & Lies. Genres: Synth-pop, Alternative/Indie. Lees meer
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Amy Winehouse “Rehab”
20 juli 2023 · 57 min
On the first episode of One Song, Diallo and Luxxury break down a neo soul classic: Rehab, by Amy Winehouse. Listen along as the guys delve into the song’s recording process, Winehouse’s iconic vocal delivery, and its lasting impact on popular music. Album: Back to Black. Genre: R&B/Soul. Lees meer
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One Song Preview
6 juli 2023 · 3 min
Beginning July 19th , One Song with Diallo Riddle & Blake "LUXXURY" Robin will premiere exclusively for SiriusXM subscribers on Laugh Out Loud Radio (channel 96) on Wednesdays at 6pm EST, and then available wherever you get your podcasts every Thursday morning starting July 20th. Lees meer
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