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Shape Of You
John Legend
Ed Sheeran
All Of Me
Pop Music
Hozier
Bob Newhart
Lyrics Analysis
Heat Waves
Glass Animals
Sweater Weather
Organized Religion
Cultural Commentary
Chrissy Teigen
Noah Kahan
Music Production
Someone You Loved
The Neighbourhood
Take Me To Church
Kanye West

Welcome to Hitmaker Chronicles, the podcast where music's hidden stories come to life. Every episode we take you behind the scenes of the world's most iconic songs, exploring the magic woven into every note and lyric. From pop anthems to timeless classics, Hitmaker Chronicles delves deep into the heart of each track giving you an insider's view into the creative process that shapes the songs you l... more

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The time-traveling viral hit. Recorded in 2019 as a YouTube demo, sat dormant for 6 years. Sleepy Hallow sampled it in 2023. Early 2025: fans rediscover original, demand official release. March 2025: Doechii re-records it. Carlton Banks dance trend f... more

The ultimate underdog story. Homeless at 18 after losing his father to cancer and being kicked out by his alcoholic mother. Co-founded the Hype House with now-wife Kouvr. Nobody cared about his music until he filmed himself singing on a toilet on a b... more

Garrett Fisher examines the most transparent pop star manufacturing process in modern music history: KATSEYE, the global girl group created from 120,000 auditions by HYBE (the company behind BTS) and Geffen Records. With their formation documented on... more

Garrett Fisher tells the story of Shane Boose, who went viral on TikTok at 17 with "Caroline," signed to Warner Records, then watched 20 consecutive singles fail over two and a half years. When he stopped making music he thought people wanted and ret... more

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Alex Warren
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Episode: Tik Tok Viral Stars - Alex Warren - "Ordinary"
Sabrina Carpenter
Rising pop artist known for her Disney Channel roles and music career
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Episode: Sabrina Carpenter - "Espresso"
Ashley Frangipane
Known by her stage name Halsey, she is an alternative pop artist known for her raw confessional lyrics and unique sound.
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Episode: Chainsmokers Featuring Halsey - "Closer"

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Garrett Fisher
Host of Hitmaker Chronicles

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3.5 out of 5 stars from 11 ratings
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    Trevor Gibson

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cross country 10
    United States2 years ago
  • Beer for my horses

    RIP Toby. Fun mix of songs on this podcast. Discovered it when Tony passed away. Also liked the Morgan Wallen episode.

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    Darth 28
    United States2 years ago

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The host's narrative style and music-history angle come through consistently, making episodes engaging for long-form listening.
Guests and topics feel diverse, covering legacy classics to contemporary hits.
The show's analysis of industry context helps sponsors understand how songs travel across media and markets.
Thoughtful breakdowns of production and lyric choices add practical value for creators and PR pros.
Listeners appreciate the behind-the-scenes storytelling that ties songs to cultural moments.

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What is Hitmaker Chronicles about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A deep-dive music podcast that unveils the hidden stories behind iconic tracks, analyzing the creative process, production choices, and cultural impact behind popular songs. Episodes span everything from pop anthems to timeless classics, with inside looks at songwriting, arrangement, artist evolution, and the industry context that shapes hits. Notable strengths include thoughtful storytelling around chart-topping moments, interviews and episode notes that connect musical moments to broader cultural conversations, and a willingness to cover diverse genres and eras. A strong draw for listeners who want actionable takeaways for music PR, licensing, and branding, as well as fans who crave behind-the-scenes context for their favorite songs.

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Hitmaker Chronicles launched 2 years ago and published 124 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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