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Song Exploder

Hrishikesh Hirway
You Louisiana Man
Mohabbat
Escapism
Arooj Aftab
Staying
Spirit 2.0
070 Shake
Music Industry
RAYE
Basket Case
Vagabon
London
Independent Artists
My 21st Century Blues
Music Production
Black Dog
Mental Health
Shania Twain
Grammy Awards
Do You Realize?

Song Exploder is a podcast where musicians take apart their songs, and piece by piece, tell the story of how they were made. Each episode features an artist discussing a song of theirs, breaking down the sounds and ideas that went into the writing and recording. Hosted and produced by Hrishikesh Hirway.

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The band Air is a duo from Versailles, France. Their first EP came out in 1995, followed by their critically acclaimed debut album, ‘Moon Safari,' which was an international hit. Then they made the music for the film ‘The Virgin Suicides,‘ which was ... more

My guest today is director Rian Johnson, which is exciting for me, because I’ve been a huge fan of his ever since seeing his first feature film, ‘Brick,' in 2006. Since then, he’s made six more feature films, including ‘Looper‘ in 2012; ‘Star Wars: T... more

Jessie Reyez is a singer and songwriter originally from Toronto. She's won two of Canada's Juno awards, and she's been nominated for a Grammy. In addition to writing her own music, Jessie's been a songwriter on tracks by Calvin Harris, Dua Lipa, Sam ... more

My guest today is Demi Adejuyigbe. One of the things that makes Demi so special is how hard it is to summarize him in an intro like this, because he has so many talents and applies them in so many different ways. He is a standup comedian, with a bran... more

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Sofia Coppola
Oscar-winning director of The Virgin Suicides
Episode: Air - Playground Love (feat. Gordon Tracks)
Thomas Mars
Lead singer of the band Phoenix
Phoenix
Episode: Air - Playground Love (feat. Gordon Tracks)
Brian Reitzell
Music supervisor for The Virgin Suicides
Episode: Air - Playground Love (feat. Gordon Tracks)
JB Dungle
Member of the band Air
Air
Episode: Air - Playground Love (feat. Gordon Tracks)
Rian Johnson
Acclaimed director known for films such as Brick, Looper, and Knives Out
Episode: Key Change: Rian Johnson on Wagner's 'Das Rheingold'
Jessie Reyez
A singer and songwriter originally from Toronto, known for her emotional depth in music.
Juno Award winner
Episode: Jessie Reyez - Goliath
Jordan Johnson
Member of the production team Monsters & Strangerz.
Monsters & Strangerz
Episode: Jessie Reyez - Goliath
Stefan Johnson
Member of the production team Monsters & Strangerz.
Monsters & Strangerz
Episode: Jessie Reyez - Goliath
Jeff Gitelman
Producer known as Gitty, involved in the creation of 'Goliath'.
Monsters & Strangerz
Episode: Jessie Reyez - Goliath

Host

Hrishikesh Hirway
Host of the podcast, known for his engaging interview style that brings out the emotional and creative dimensions of music creation.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 12.5k ratings
  • Stellar podcasting

    This is one of the best and most engaging podcasts out there. I’ve listened to my favourite artists intimately unpack their best songs; I’ve found new faves I may not have stumbled across otherwise; and I’ve developed deep respect for artists I would’ve have imagined liking. 10/10

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nicjj85
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • RAYE INTERVIEW 🔥

    Randomly I was looking for an interview about this lady, who my daughter shared with me- HOLY %%#^* this is a fantastic epic interview podcast platform- AAAANNNDDD the interviewer is great!!! We all know💡💡💡 that a great interviewer is the key to an interview! Good job Mr. You Rock! 🎸🎸🎸 No pun intended!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Denesellers
    United States2 months ago
  • Love love love

    Just listened to how A-ha came up with Take On Me and it made my day hearing how all the pieces came together to make this song THIS SONG! As someone who was a teenager in the 80’s, it had that “pure joy” effect on me. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Littlebrgirl
    United States2 months ago
  • This podcast is the best road stop on the road to music discovery.

    This is one of the most awesome podcasts for anyone who appreciates music. The opportunity to listen to the artist talk without pressure about their craft and creative process is so incredibly refreshing and allows me to dig deeper into artist of all genres and explore new ones. I work in music and radio so my job involves listening to music all day.

    The best part of this podcast is waiting through the very end and if you were paying attention hearing all the nuance of the conversation in the ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MikeP64
    United States3 months ago
  • Doesn’t hurt to ask

    Would love love love to hear Troy Sivan on your show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wombatmanitou
    United States3 months ago

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The intimate and insightful conversations leave a lasting impact, often resonating with personal experiences and emotional journeys.
Some listeners express a desire for more diversity in the genres and artists featured, while many appreciate the existing variety of guests.
Listeners praise the podcast for its engaging storytelling and the ability to connect deeply with artists, making them appreciate music in new ways.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Spotify
#25
United States/Music
Apple Podcasts
#13
United States/Music
Spotify
#19
United Kingdom/Music
Apple Podcasts
#2
Canada/Music
Apple Podcasts
#7
United Kingdom/Music
Spotify
#12
Australia/Music

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Air - Playground Love (feat. Gordon Tracks)
Q: What was your first reaction to Thomas' vocals?
Nicolas shares his appreciation for the simplicity and clarity of the lyrics Thomas provided.
Air - Playground Love (feat. Gordon Tracks)
Q: How did you all actually meet?
Brian Reitzell recounts meeting Air at a party in LA, leading to a collaboration on the film's music.
Air - Playground Love (feat. Gordon Tracks)
Q: How did you first hear AIR's music?
Sofia describes discovering Air's music while in a record shop in London and how it influenced her work on The Virgin Suicides.
Key Change: Rian Johnson on Wagner's 'Das Rheingold'
Q: Was there a moment in the process of making Star Wars where you felt like you had connected to the thing that you'd been looking for?
Yes, there were many moments, including a powerful scene between Luke and Leia that felt like 'church' on set.
Key Change: Rian Johnson on Wagner's 'Das Rheingold'
Q: Can you explain what the Ring Cycle is?
The Ring Cycle is four operas, or really technically three operas and one prelude opera, totaling 18 hours of opera and one big massive story drawn from Norse mythology.

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

This podcast offers a unique platform for musicians to dissect their songs and share intimate stories behind their creation. Each episode features in-depth conversations with artists who reveal the inspirations, challenges, and processes that shaped their music. From personal experiences to behind-the-scenes insights, the discussions highlight the emotional and technical aspects of songwriting and sound production. Noteworthy guests range from established icons to emerging artists, providing a diverse listening experience that resonates with both music enthusiasts and casual listeners alike. The engaging format not only deepens appreciation for the songs but also encourages exploration of different musical genres and styles.

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1. Switched on Pop
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Song Exploder launched 12 years ago and published 351 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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What guests have appeared on Song Exploder?

Recent guests on Song Exploder include:

1. Sofia Coppola
2. Thomas Mars
3. Brian Reitzell
4. JB Dungle
5. Rian Johnson
6. Jessie Reyez
7. Jordan Johnson
8. Stefan Johnson

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