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Sep 7, 2023 • 58min

Stevie Wonder “Superstition”

This time on One Song, Diallo and LUXXURY are taking a long hard look at Stevie Wonder’s “Superstition” and asking the questions that really matter: Is washing your face and hands a superstition or just good hygiene? What’s a clavinet? And, crucially, what does LUXXURY mean by “Stevie slop”? Album: Talking BookReleased: 1972Artist: Stevie WonderGenre: Classic SoulAwards: Grammy Award for Best R&B Song, MOREFeatured songs: Cybernaut by Tonto's Expanding Head Band, Machine Gun by Commodores, Black Cow by Steely Dan, You Make Loving Fun by Fleetwood Mac Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Aug 31, 2023 • 59min

The Beatles “Come Together”

This week on one song we’re talking all things joo joo eyeball, walrus gumboot, and monkey finger — That’s right, Diallo and LUXXURY are peering into The Beatles word salad masterpiece, Come Together. Come for John Lennon’s breathtaking isolated vocal stems, stay for LUXXRY’s hot takes on Ringo Starr’s drumming skills.Album: Abbey RoadArtist: The BeatlesReleased: 1969Genres: Blues rock, Swamp rock, Rock, FolkFeatured songs: You Can't Catch Me by Chuck Berry, You Can't Catch Me by John Lennon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Aug 24, 2023 • 1h 3min

The Music That Made Us

This time on One Song we’re flipping the script and doing something different: LUXXURY and Diallo will be sharing the songs that changed the way that they listen to music. So come along for the ride and hear about the song that convinced Diallo that he was no longer young, and one that still brings LUXXURY to tears.  Black Ego by Digable Planets West End Girls by Pet Shop Boys Pedestal by Portishead Protect Ya Neck by Wu-Tang Then She Did... by Jane's Addiction Every Nose by N.E.R.D Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Aug 17, 2023 • 44min

Mark Ronson ft Bruno Mars “Uptown Funk”

The hosts deconstruct the hit song 'Uptown Funk' and discuss its success, interpolation, and controversies. They also explore the origins, collaboration, and creation of the song. Additionally, they delve into the joy of discovering and sharing new music, as well as the concept of interpolating songs and giving credit to underrated tracks.
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Aug 10, 2023 • 40min

The Smiths “How Soon is Now” with guest Kaskade

Live from Las Vegas, Diallo and Blake are joined for this special episode of One Song by superstar DJ, Kaskade. Kaskade chose the song he wanted to explore and he went with a surprising choice for an EDM pioneer: The Smiths 1984 banger, How Soon Is Now. Listen along to find out why the song means so much to Kaskade, and hear team One Song's analysis.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Aug 3, 2023 • 53min

The Notorious B.I.G. “Mo Money Mo Problems”

This time Diallo and Luxxury mark the 50th anniversary of hip hop by diving deep into the Notorious B.I.G classic, Mo Money Mo Problems. Join the guys as they break down the song's use of a disco beat, Stevie J's unique contributions, and prepare to feel chills when you hear Biggie's isolated vocals. Album: Life After Death. Genres: R&B/Soul, Hip-Hop/Rap. Featured artists: Diddy, Mase Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jul 27, 2023 • 55min

New Order “Blue Monday”

This time on One Song, Diallo and Luxxury dig into the biggest selling 12 inch single of all-time: Blue Monday, by New Order. The guys break down how the song was created, its surprising disco influences, and one of the most nonchalant vocal performances ever recorded. Album: Power, Corruption & Lies. Genres: Synth-pop, Alternative/Indie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jul 20, 2023 • 55min

Amy Winehouse “Rehab”

On the first episode of One Song, Diallo and Luxxury break down a neo soul classic: Rehab, by Amy Winehouse. Listen along as the guys delve into the song’s recording process, Winehouse’s iconic vocal delivery, and its lasting impact on popular music. Album: Back to Black. Genre: R&B/Soul.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jul 6, 2023 • 3min

One Song Preview

Beginning July 19th , One Song with Diallo Riddle & Blake "LUXXURY" Robin will premiere exclusively for SiriusXM subscribers on Laugh Out Loud Radio (channel 96) on Wednesdays at 6pm EST, and then available wherever you get your podcasts every Thursday morning starting July 20th. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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