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One Song

One Song
Hip Hop
R&B
Sampling
Music Production
Beyoncé
Disco
Pop Music
Atlanta
All I Want For Christmas Is You
Grammys
Michael Jackson
MTV
Jimi Hendrix
Mariah Carey
A Tribe Called Quest
Depeche Mode
Electronic Music
Quincy Jones
Dr. Dre
Reggae

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 t... more

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Was James Brown the inventor of funk? Diallo & LUXXURY dive into “Funky Drummer (Part 1)” the first half of the nine-minute funk epic that cemented James Brown as a true master of the genre. They get into the song’s legacy as a treasure trove for hip... more

Geoff Barrow (Portishead, Beak>, Ex Machina) defends his claim that breaking down music ruins it. We brought Geoff and LUXXURY’s social media argument to One Song to get into it.

Here’s a short preview of our conversation with Geoff from our Patreon... more

In memory of Dolly Parton, we’re revisiting our episode about her seminal 1973 track “Jolene.” In the years that have followed, the song has been reinterpreted and reimagined by many artists including Olivia Newton John, Miley Cyrus, Lil Nas X, the W... more

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Hey One Song Nation, we hope you enjoy this snippet of our conversation with comedian, musician, and internet sensation Kyle Gordon. You can find the full interview free on our Patreon at patreon.com/onesong.

And if you haven’t joined our Patreon ye... more

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Recent Guests

Kyle Gordon
Comedian, musician and internet sensation
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Episode: BONUS: Interview with Kyle Gordon (Preview)
Don Was
Producer of the Love Shack track and president of Blue Note Records
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Episode: The B-52's "Love Shack" with Don Was
Durand Bernarr
Grammy-winning singer, songwriter and producer
Episode: Mariah Carey’s “Fantasy” (Bad Boy Remix ft. ODB) with Durand Bernarr
Gerald Casale
Groundbreaking musician, Devo co-founder
Devo
Episode: Devo's "Whip It" with Gerald Casale and Mark Mothersbaugh
Mark Mothersbaugh
Groundbreaking musician, Devo co-founder
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Episode: Devo's "Whip It" with Gerald Casale and Mark Mothersbaugh
Fab 5 Freddy
Pioneer in graffiti and hip-hop, co-producer and soundtrack co-creator of Wild Style, first host of Yo! MTV Raps
Blondie collaborator, Hip-hop pioneer
Episode: Blondie's "Rapture" with Fab 5 Freddy
Danyel Smith
Author of the award winning book Shine Bright, A Very Personal History of Black Women in Pop, and creator and host of Black Girl Songbook podcast
Episode: Chaka Khan's "I'm Every Woman" with Danyel Smith
Wyclef Jean
Grammy Award winning artist, producer, composer, and icon
Episode: Fugees' "Ready or Not" w/ Wyclef Jean
Shawn Stockman
Renowned singer, songwriter, and member of Boyz II Men
Boyz II Men
Episode: Boyz II Men's "Motownphilly" w/ Shawn Stockman: Part One

Hosts

Diallo Riddle
Host of One Song; actor/writer/director and DJ
LUXXURY
Co-host, producer, DJ

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 3.6k ratings
  • Twenty one pilots

    Please

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Elijah Sheeler
    United States25 days ago
  • Filling in my musical blind spots

    I was lucky enough to be a college radio DJ from the mid 80s to early 90s (university & grad school). I miss the deep dives in music I could take then. The deep dives and stems you take me on are unique. I always learn something new, even from songs I have listened to 100s of times and you made me appreciate songs that had been blind spots for me. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    where the hell is bill?
    Canadaa month ago
  • Goated show

    Honestly a goated show. As a 15 year old up and coming producer, this podcast gives incredible insight into the recording of so many iconic songs by listening to the stems. Along with the boys knowledgefull commentary, there’s nothing negative about this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hhhcvuf
    United Statesa month ago
  • London Calling

    I’ve only actually listened to the London Calling episode right now but it’s the best podcast I’ve ever heard.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Magnuspym
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Great for music nerds and neophytes alike

    My favorite thing about the show is how easily Diallo & Luxxury move between genres (from heavy metal to hip hop to reggae) and the fact that they have the same earnest enthusiasm for each.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Viennadad
    United Statesa month ago

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Sometimes the banter can feel overlong or train of thought can run long when discussing stems.
Stellar for music nerds; deep production and history insights.
Great cross-genre breadth and enthusiastic hosts keep it engaging.
The hosts' chemistry makes complex topics easy to follow.

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Mariah Carey’s “Fantasy” (Bad Boy Remix ft. ODB) with Durand Bernarr
Q: Durand, what did this remix mean to hip hop and how did it change the landscape for pop crossovers?
The remix showed that hip hop could merge with mainstream pop without diluting either side, signaling a decade-plus shift where pop and R&B often wore hip hop-informed production and vocal styles as a standard. It demonstrated that a pop superstar collaborating with a hip hop icon could redefine chart dynamics and studio storytelling.
Interview with Fab 5 Freddy
Q: What is the origin of hip hop as a named movement?
Hip hop emerged as a broader umbrella during the era when DJs, MCs, and dancers were evolving together, and Freddy helped push the term into prominence through discussions, interviews, and film collaborations that tied the culture to a recognizable label.
Fugees' "Ready or Not" w/ Wyclef Jean
Q: How did you come across the song by Enya that you sampled?
I watched a movie and tapped into the sound. Then I went to the record store and bought her vinyl.
Fugees' "Ready or Not" w/ Wyclef Jean
Q: What's the legacy of Ready or Not, and the album at large?
Just timeless music. If you take your time and you make timeless music, it will find its way.
Fugees' "Ready or Not" w/ Wyclef Jean
Q: Were you consciously thinking about pushing boundaries or were you just instinctually making the music that you wanted to hear?
We were just doing it. I was influenced just by underground music and fell in love with producing hip hop.

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Two music-obsessed hosts dissect iconic tracks by breaking down stems, songwriting credits, and production details. Episodes emphasize cross-genre explorations, publishing nuances, and behind-the-scenes anecdotes from guests and collaborators, blending technical analysis with cultural storytelling. Listeners get a dense, nerdy deep dive into how timeless songs are built, reimagined, and licensed across decades, with a playful dynamic between hosts that makes complex topics approachable. A standout throughline is connecting historical context to modern pop and remix culture, making it valuable for creators, engineers, and music fans curious about the mechanics of hit songs.

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1. Kyle Gordon
2. Don Was
3. Durand Bernarr
4. Gerald Casale
5. Mark Mothersbaugh
6. Fab 5 Freddy
7. Danyel Smith
8. Wyclef Jean

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