
The Story Behind the Song finds host Peter Csathy digging into some of the most iconic songs of all time with the artists who made them. Others may scratch the surface, but we go deeper than anyone into the musician’s fascinating creative journey of how their most lasting songs came to be – and the moment that sparked their inspiration.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 83 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | MusicMusic CommentaryMusic History | |||

This week in a very special episode of The Story Behind the Song, host Peter Csathy welcomes indie rock icons Scott "Spiral Stairs" Kannberg and Steve West of Pavement to break down “Kennel District” on the 30th anniversary of the album Wowee Zowee. more
The Story Behind the Song's Peter Csathy is back to talk to legendary The Police drummer Stewart Copeland to talk about "Roxanne."
Definitely known as "The Police Song," "Roxanne" is a song that changed the fortunes of the English rock band The Poli... more
This week, host Peter Csathy welcomes Salt-N-Pepa's Cheryl "Salt" James to The Story Behind the Song to break down their groundbreaking 1990 track "Let's Talk About Sex."
Discover the song's provocative origins, designed with producer Hurby "Luv Bug... more
Blondie are, without question, one of the most successful, iconic, and influential bands in rock and roll history. On this encore episode of The Story Behind the Song, listen to the band talk about their song "Rapture" and more.
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The Story Behind The Song discussed “Crazy on you” for maybe 10% of the episode. If you’re looking for a podcast that gives great insight into the creation of contemporary music. I recommend Song Explore. Which actually does what this podcast claims to do
Flows well, great information direct from the source, always provides me with interesting information that I didn’t know.
Really enjoy this podcast and the interviews. I love the deep dive into these legitimate classics and the story behind the songs. LoL.
Love this podcast! Peter is brilliant and asks great questions.
I love hearing the story behind the songs but I wish more mainstream songs picked with a few notable exceptions tends to be lesser known songs of well known artists.
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This podcast offers an insightful exploration into the stories behind some of the most iconic songs in music history. Each episode features in-depth conversations with artists, who share their personal journeys and the creative processes that led to the creation of their greatest hits. The focus is on not just the music but the moments and experiences that inspired these lasting pieces, making it a unique resource for music enthusiasts and fans alike. The show distinguishes itself by emphasizing authenticity and depth, diving into detailed anecdotes and historical contexts surrounding each song.
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Recent guests on The Story Behind The Song include:
1. Cheryl James
2. Bud Gaugh
3. Don McLean
4. Brandon Flowers
5. Gloria Gaynor
6. Jerry Casale
7. Nancy Wilson
8. Buck Dharma
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