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Sad Song Queens

Sad Song Queens
Sad Songs
Music Supervision
Mental Health
Above the Clouds Of Pompeii
Music Industry
Grief
Bear's Den
Syml
Band Of Horses
The Funeral
Songwriting
Pompeii
Loss
One Tree Hill
Family Relationships
Somewhere Only We Know
Teen Wolf
Indie Rock
Lovers
Podcasting

The Sad Song Queens podcast brings together two award-winning Music Supervisors, Lindsay Wolfington and Laura Webb, as they sit down with the artists and songwriters behind some of the most evocative and emotional songs. Drawing on years of experience curating the perfect soundtracks for film and television, Lindsay and Laura explore the stories, experiences, and emotions that shape these deeply m... more

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Hosts Laura Webb and Lindsay Wolfington sit down with Nick Carpenter—aka Medium Build—for an honest and unfiltered conversation on this episode of the Sad Song Queens podcast.

The episode centers on "Thank You, Cook," the closing track from Medium B... more

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In this episode of the Sad Song Queens, music supervisors Laura Webb and Lindsay Wolfington sit down with the incomparable Brandi Carlile—an Oscar nominee, 11-time Grammy winner, two-time Emmy winner, and New York Times best-selling author who has re... more

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Singer-songwriter duo, The Secret Sisters, join Sad Song Queens hosts Laura Webb and Lindsay Wolfington to dive into the emotional backstory behind their poignant track, “Hold You Dear” from their 2020 album Saturn Return.  In this intimate conversat... more

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In this episode of Sad Song Queens, hosts Laura Webb and Lindsay Wolfington sit down with Andrew Bird—Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter, violinist, whistler, and recent Emmy winner for Outstanding Original Music and Lyrics. Recorded prior to his big... more

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Brandi Carlile
Singer-songwriter, 11-time Grammy winner, two-time Emmy winner and New York Times bestselling author
Episode: Brandi Carlile "Human (feat. Jon Hopkins) - Sad Gay Version”
Laura Rogers
Member of The Secret Sisters
The Secret Sisters
Episode: The Secret Sisters "Hold You Dear"
Lydia Slagle
Member of The Secret Sisters
The Secret Sisters
Episode: The Secret Sisters "Hold You Dear"
Andrew Bird
Internationally acclaimed singer-songwriter and composer
Artist
Episode: Andrew Bird "Need Someone" from The Pitt
Dan Wilson
Grammy-winning artist, songwriter, producer; frontman of Semisonic
Semisonic / Adele collaboration
Episode: Dan Wilson "Someone Like You" & Fave Sad Songs | Part II
Jesse Malin
Musician, subject of the episode; discussed My Little Life and Silver Manhattan
Musician, Bank Robber Music (associated via producers/publishing)
Episode: Jesse Malin "My Little Life"
Sara Bareilles
Singer-songwriter and creator of the Good Grief project (Forever, Good Grief album)
Epic Records / Sony Music Publishing / Play It Again Sam
Episode: Sara Bareilles "Forever"
Jim James
Front man of My Morning Jacket, solo artist, collaborative contributor
My Morning Jacket
Episode: Jim James (My Morning Jacket) Breaks Down “Get The Point” | Sad Song Queens
Bernie Taupin
Legendary songwriter, longtime Elton John collaborator
The Sea Has No Mercy (album)
Episode: Bernie Taupin "One Hundred Ways"

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 125 ratings
  • Wonderful discussions going on here!

    I don’t think to listen to music unless I’m really in my feels. This podcast is so perfect for that. I love learning the inspiration for songs I love. And also discovering new artists here as well. The conversations are vulnerable and deep and they ask the best questions. Clearly they’ve taken time to research and the conversations go into real depth. I’m excited to see who they have on next.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    T. Grant
    United States3 months ago
  • Breaks my heart open every episode

    So many cool guests! It seems like every episode features another favorite artist - or one who is about to become a new favorite.

    This show is not only a consistent opportunity to break open my heart with beautifully moving songs, it is also a great education in how music supervision works.

    I always learn something about the artistic development of songs while gaining an appreciation for how the soundtrack of our lives is curated by behind the scenes music gurus like Lindsay and Laura.

    A c... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    IDontFeelLikeDancing
    United States6 months ago
  • Sad Song Heaven

    Love that we finally have a podcast that pulls apart the sad songs we all know and love! As a huge fan of both sad songs and music supervision, it’s so refreshing to hear these artists talk about their songs and how music placements have helped their careers. If you spent your teenage years making emo mix tapes for your friends and wising you could pick the movie soundtracks, this podcast is for you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    swinginjen
    United States7 months ago
  • Love These Ladies

    Such a fun and informative show! The guests are amazing. And each episode gets better and better! A must listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gobig10go
    United States8 months ago
  • YES!!!

    I absolutely love this podcast. Laura and Lindsay are so insightful and the artists they have interviewed are fantastic. It’s so unique to get a peek behind the songwriting curtain. Keep the episodes coming!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ivesole
    United States8 months ago

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The show is viewed as a must-listen for fans of songwriting and music supervision.
Listeners praise the show's ability to connect sad songs with personal and cinematic storytelling.
Insights from hosts are consistently described as deep and thoughtful, with meaningful artist questions.
Guests are candid; conversations feel intimate and revealing about the craft.

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Brandi Carlile "Human (feat. Jon Hopkins) - Sad Gay Version”
Q: What were the stylistic choices for “Human” that made it the Sad Gay Version?
Carlile says the version began as a hushed recording she made alone in a hotel room on the night before the election. She sent that recording to Jon Hopkins, whose contribution preserved its intimate, desperate feeling, unlike the power-ballad arrangement made by the band.
Brandi Carlile "Human (feat. Jon Hopkins) - Sad Gay Version”
Q: What was the genesis of making a Sad Gay Version of Returning To Myself?
Carlile says that revisiting the sad, emotionally expressive songs she listened to as an adolescent was part of the album-making process from the start, and she knew she wanted to make a second, emotionally self-indulgent record.
The Secret Sisters "Hold You Dear"
Q: What was it like recording Hold You Dear in that theater with Brandi Carlile?
The guests describe it as an organic, living exchange where the live tracking, the string section, and the crowd-like atmosphere created a vulnerability and immediacy that deeply connected to the feelings of impending motherhood.
Jesse Malin "My Little Life"
Q: How did you approach selecting songs for Silver Manhattan and integrating them into the play?
The process involved workshops, director collaboration, and curating a set that could illuminate the narrative arc while allowing room for surprises and changes as rehearsals progressed.
Jim James (My Morning Jacket) Breaks Down “Get The Point” | Sad Song Queens
Q: Has music always been an outlet for you, and has it helped you through hard times?
Yes. He describes music as a lifelong beacon and a source of light when the tunnel gets dark, illustrating how it has guided him through depression, addiction, and recovery by offering a sense of purpose and connection.

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What is Sad Song Queens about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two veteran music supervisors host in-depth conversations with acclaimed songwriters and artists behind evocative, emotionally charged tracks. Episodes weave together storytelling, songwriting craft, and behind-the-scenes looks at music in film and TV, with a focus on how songs connect to memory, loss, resilience, and healing. Notable strengths include intimate artist interviews, practical insights on licensing and sync, and a warm, empathetic host dynamic that invites vulnerability. The show tends to feature guests who are solo artists, pairs, or bands, often with strong storytelling hooks and experience in placements or production, making it valuable for listeners who crave craft, meaning, and behind-the-scenes context for sad or reflecti... more

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Recent guests on Sad Song Queens include:

1. Brandi Carlile
2. Laura Rogers
3. Lydia Slagle
4. Andrew Bird
5. Dan Wilson
6. Jesse Malin
7. Sara Bareilles
8. Jim James

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