brotherskingtalk: Recent Episodes
Samuel King
Just two guys sitting and talking about pop music from the past 80 years.
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The phenomenon that’s currently ranked as the longest standing #1 song of all time. Is it country, is rap? Tune in to here us discuss.
Is it mumble rap or just pop? Is it optimistic or nihilistic? Listen to us decide in this episode.
Catchy beats and possibly nihilistic lyrics. Let’s take the way back machine and talk about this song.
We examine what a child pop star looks like all grown up as well as the different ways one can view a breakup.
What do you get when you combine classic soul, R&B, Michael Jackson, Prince, and divisive lyrics?
Join us as we listen to songs we used to know and observe bizarre indie pop creations in the middle of a dance pop landscape.
We have another decisive episode though this one dips into our own personal history with the song.
Music that was the future but now sounds like the past? Maybe, join us as we discuss this hit.
The queen of pop makes an appearance on the charts with a message of empowerment and a catchy hook.
The best song about a bad day that actually makes you feel good? Maybe, come listen as we explore this one hit wonder.
We thaw Mariah Carey out of hibernation prior to Christmas in order to return to the land of power ballads but this time with a dash of R&B.
Another club song only this time with more lasers. How does this song stack up? Let’s find out.
The height of the post grunge era and some confusing messages from the internets favorite band to hate.
It’s the turn of the millennium and we get a Christian rock song? Join us as we talk about it.
Another dose of 1997 and another Elton John song. How does it compare? Listen to find out.
The middle of the 90’s and the dance craze that swept the nation. Join us as we talk the Macarena.
The hit, the legend, the meme. Strap in for the song that started out as a country ballad, became a song for a movie soundtrack, and ended up being iconic.
Another great power ballad that was one of the ultimate examples of the blockbuster movie song.
A super group composed of children of pop stars past, dealing with addiction, and a little bit of hope that things may get better.
A power ballad to end the 80’s and what a power ballad it is. Join us as we discuss our thoughts, feelings, and other stuff in the matter.
An all star lineup of Dionne Warwick, Stevie Wonder, Elton John, and Gladys Knight sing this super touching song.
It’s time to get talkative…about the 1982 hit physical and all the thoughts we have about said hit.
It’s time to boogie down with a genuine disco track and all the good things and trappings that come with the genre.
On this episode we talk for far longer than is probably necessary for a song that wasn’t made for us and then talk for even longer to someone who it may have been made for.
We have our first episode after a hiatus, traditions dating back to the civil war, and gripping storytelling in song form all for your listening pleasure this episode. https://open.spotify.com/playlist/68qFny6VCVfwjU8S9oufxN?si=6VJU8wbDQSK9_BCafpPYKQ. https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/brotherskingtalk-billboard-number-1-songs/pl.u-xlyNqM3TXzXZYa. https://blog.feedspot.com/pop_music_podcasts/
Slinky jazz and messy human relationships. Join us as we talk about this forgotten classic.
This one’s a nice warm hug. Sit back and relax as we talk about a new decade and a classic song.
We venture back into the world of movie soundtracks with the hit movie and song “to sir with love”.
Gear up for the turn of the decade and the early parts of pop musics obsession with California.
Things get super patriotic and noble as we take a look at the surprise hit of 1966. https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/brotherskingtalk-billboard-number-1-songs/pl.u-xlyNqM3TXzXZYa. https://open.spotify.com/playlist/68qFny6VCVfwjU8S9oufxN?si=iAukOMmJSneAJKa210g98A
Things take a turn for the surreal and get goofy and interesting. https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/brotherskingtalk-billboard-number-1-songs/pl.u-xlyNqM3TXzXZYa https://open.spotify.com/playlist/68qFny6VCVfwjU8S9oufxN?si=iAukOMmJSneAJKa210g98A
This ones a doozy, talking about potentially the biggest brand name in pop music history. Buckle in and enjoy the ride. https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/brotherskingtalk-billboard-number-1-songs/pl.u-xlyNqM3TXzXZYa https://open.spotify.com/playlist/68qFny6VCVfwjU8S9oufxN?si=iAukOMmJSneAJKa210g98A
We talk about 1963...again. Come join us for discussions of nerdy guys, goofy love songs, and our thoughts on this forgotten song.
Today we talk about not just a song but an institution and briefly the interesting and somewhat sad history of the band behind the hit. Playlist https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/brotherskingtalk-billboard-number-1-songs/pl.u-xlyNqM3TXzXZYa. https://open.spotify.com/playlist/68qFny6VCVfwjU8S9oufxN?si=iAukOMmJSneAJKa210g98A
It’s another instrumental folks so strap in and getting ready for discussions involving the BBC, Kenny G, and head pictures.
The dawn of the golden oldies and and west side stories. Also check out our playlist on Apple Music and Spotify. https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/brotherskingtalk-billboard-number-1-songs/pl.u-xlyNqM3TXzXZYa https://open.spotify.com/playlist/68qFny6VCVfwjU8S9oufxN?si=iAukOMmJSneAJKa210g98A
Get ready for a history lesson filled with attacking British, the last state of America, and crocodiles. Also check out our playlists on Apple Music and Spotify featuring the songs we’ve talked about up to this point. https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/brotherskingtalk-billboard-number-1-songs/pl.u-xlyNqM3TXzXZYa and https://open.spotify.com/playlist/68qFny6VCVfwjU8S9oufxN?si=iAukOMmJSneAJKa210g98A
We present to you (hold for spoilers).... the first Grammy winner for song of the year and record of the year “In Blue Painted Blue (Flying)” listen for more! Also check out our podcast playlist on Apple Music! https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/brotherskingtalk-billboard-number-1-songs/pl.u-xlyNqM3TXzXZYa
The king of rock and roll gets a second year in a row as the number one song of the year.
The biggest split opinion we’ve ever had on a song, Flee Markets, and anticipation of the next note.
Jazz music, old school slightly awkward romantics, and the proto power ballad. Check it all out in this episode.
Folk music and sad, sometimes confusing (depending on who’s telling the story) music make an appearance this episode.
Cowboy movies, Native American folk lore, and the old west. Find out what this all has to do with today’s song in this episode.
What does Louisiana, jazz band, and sponge bob have to do with today’s episode? Listen to find out!
The Cold War, blacked eyed peas, and long intros all get talked about in today’s episode!
We reboot this segment of the podcast with a new co-host and a new perspective on this song.