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The Response Episode: Listener Mailbag & New Music Reactions Feb 09, 2024

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On this special episode of One Song, Diallo & LUXXURY answer listener DMs and react to new music from Megan Thee Stallion, Justin Timberlake, and Justice (with Tame Impala).

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New Order's "Blue Monday" Feb 01, 2024

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On this special rerun, 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.

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The Notorious B.I.G's "Mo Money Mo Problems" Jan 25, 2024

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On this special rerun, Diallo and Luxxury dive 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

Artist: The Notorious B.I.G.

Featured artists: Mase, Diddy

Genres: R&B/Soul, Hip-Hop/Rap

Featured Songs: I'm Coming Out by Diana Ross, Worst Behavior by Drake, Break Your Heart Right Back by Ariana Grande and Childish Gambino, Star Wars Theme by Meco, I Can't Explain by Nazz, Guns on the Roof by The Clash, I'm Rowed Out by Dynamite Platoon, The Banjo Song by The Big Three, Venus by Shocking Blue

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Queen & David Bowie's "Under Pressure" Jan 18, 2024

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This week on One Song, hosts Diallo Riddle and LUXXURY are “Under Pressure”. That’s right, the guys are bringing you Queen’s rock monster: A song that was number 1 in three countries, has been ranked as one of the 500 greatest songs of all-time by Rolling Stone magazine, and is often cited as one of the greatest collaborations of all-time … And that’s before we get to the iconic vocals, that bassline, and the story of how “Under Pressure” went from rock history, to hip hop infamy.

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Madonna's "Into the Groove" with guest Guillermo Díaz Jan 11, 2024

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This week on One Song we’re getting “Into the Groove”. Hosts Diallo Riddle and LUXXURY are joined by Madonna superfan — and star of hit show, Scandal — Guillermo Díaz to discuss the iconic dancefloor-filler. Come for the isolated Madonna vocals, lore surrounding the recording, and all of the synths. Stay for a breakdown of Guillermo’s many Madonna tattoos and his recollection of the time he met the Queen of Pop.

Artist: Madonna

Album: Like a Virgin

Released: 1984

Genres: R&B/Soul, Pop, UK R&B

Featured songs: Call Me Mr Telephone by Cheyne, You Are in My System by The System, I Feel For You by Chaka Khan, Wood Beez by Scritti Polittli, Into the Groovey by Sonic Youth, Into the Groove by Mina, Into The Groove by The Triffids, Into the Hollywood Groove by Madonna, Sidewalk Talk by Jellybean, Toma Que Toma by Tomas Gubitsch.

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2023 Recap & 2024 Trends Jan 04, 2024

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Join hosts Diallo Riddle and LUXXURY as they recap their favorite (and least favorite!) things of 2023, and look ahead to new music they’re excited for in 2024.

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Sly and the Family Stone's "Thank You" with guest Novena Carmel Dec 21, 2023

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This episode of One Song Diallo Riddle and LUXXURY are joined by DJ and KCRW radio host and Sly Stone's daughter Novena Carmel in a special “Thank You” episode. We’re saying thank you to a songwriter, producer and multi instrumentalist who has made us dance to the music, taken us higher, and made us - the everyday people - appreciate the infectiousness of singing a simple song.

Artist: Sly and the Family Stone

Album: "Everybody Is a Star"

Released: December 1969

Featured songs: Rhythm Nation by Janet Jackson, Sittin' Up in My Room by Brandy, Trip to Your Heart by Sly and the Family Stone, Mama Said Knock You Out by LL Cool J, Yellow Moon by Visacaynes, C'mon and Swim by Bobby Freeman, Laugh, Laugh by The Beau Brummels, Somebody to Love by The Great Society, Thank You For Talkin' to Me, Africa by Sly and the Family Stone, The Nazz by Lord Buckley.

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Sister Nancy's "Bam Bam" Dec 14, 2023

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Today on One Song we’re going to be telling you a story. It’s a story about rhythms and remixes, interpolations and sampling. It’s a story about a song that became huge – it’s been in movies, commercials, and it’s one of the most sampled Reggae songs ever. But one of the last people to find out about its success was the singer. This time on One Song Diallo Riddle and LUXXURY bring you the story of Sister Nancy’s Bam Bam.

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Outkast's "Ms. Jackson" Dec 07, 2023

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This time on One Song Diallo Riddle and LUXXURY are doing a deep dive into possibly the greatest ever apology song ever recorded: It’s OutKast’s multi-platinum ode to a complicated relationship and “baby’s drama mama”, Ms. Jackson.

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Yeah Yeah Yeahs' "Maps" Nov 30, 2023

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This time on One Song Diallo Riddle and LUXXURY are breaking out their skinny jeans, thrifted leather jackets, and statement hairstyles as they breakdown classic indie banger, Maps. The duo explore everything from the origins of the New York indie scene, to the Yeah Yeah Yeah’s writing process, to Karen O’s incredible onstage presence. Come for the fuzzy guitars, stay for the bangs.

Album: Fever to Tell

Released: 2003

Artist: Yeah Yeah Yeahs

Featured songs: Since U Been Gone by Kelly Clarkson, Hold Up by Beyoncé, Can't Gt Used to Losing You by Any Williams, Dance by ESG, Pin by Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Y Control by LUXXURY

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