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Song Craft: Breaking It Down

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PSA: SEASON 3 AIRS ON 28TH MAY! Song Craft is a podcast where a few musicians sit down and discuss a song, break it down. Talk about what we would do with it, analyse the lyrics, discover more about the song and have a laugh enjoying each song as well as a pint or two! Contact us on Instagram (@song.craft.bid) or email us (songcraft.bid@gmail.com) New episode every Saturday at 9PM (GMT+1)
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Episodes

White Horse - Taylor Swift | Episode 11

This week we reviewed Ryan's third choice of the season! Ryan went for a heartbreak anthem from Taylor Swifts early albums. The country track is one of his favourites, will it climb the stairs of our leaderboard or will this song remember it's not a princess or a fairytale. If you have any thoughts then send them to us on our Instagram (@song.craft.bid) or email them (songcraft.bid@gmail.com)!

Aug 20, 202235 minSeason 3Ep. 11

You're Still Here - Poets of the Fall | Episode 10

This week we reviewed Ethan's third choice of the season! Ethan chose a song that we make reference to regularly with it's excellent lyrics! How will it hold up in our leaderboards? If you have any thoughts then send them to us on our Instagram (@song.craft.bid) or email them (songcraft.bid@gmail.com)!

Aug 13, 202239 minSeason 3Ep. 10

Broken Bells - Greta Van Fleet | Episode 9

This week we reviewed Anthony's third choice of the season! Anthony chose a song from a band that himself and Ethan absolutely adore, Greta Van Fleet who don't need any introduction because they got too much of one last time we reviewed them (S2E6). If you have any thoughts then send them to us on our Instagram (@song.craft.bid) or email them (songcraft.bid@gmail.com)!

Aug 06, 202243 minSeason 3Ep. 9

Let Down - Radiohead | Episode 8

This week we feature a special guest and close friend of ours! Leo chose a track from Radiohead, a band which are quickly becoming a Song Craft favourite, will this song soar into the top half of our leaderboards or live up to its name and be a let down, listen and find out! If you have any thoughts then send them to us on our Instagram (@song.craft.bid) or email them (songcraft.bid@gmail.com)!

Jul 30, 202240 minSeason 3Ep. 8

The Man Who Can't Be Moved - The Script | Episode 7

This week we reviewed Ryan's second choice of the season! Ryan chose a hit song from his childhood so strap in for a nostalgia filled episode and await for some surprises near the end! If you have any thoughts then send them to us on our Instagram (@song.craft.bid) or email them (songcraft.bid@gmail.com)!

Jul 23, 202230 minSeason 3Ep. 7

Hold On - Wilson Phillips | Episode 6

This week we reviewed Ethan's second choice of the season! Ethan chose a song from the era he most loves and treasures. We find out what this track is about and ramble on about random stuff as usual! If you have any thoughts then send them to us on our Instagram (@song.craft.bid) or email them (songcraft.bid@gmail.com)!

Jul 16, 202230 minSeason 3Ep. 6

Tiny Dancer - Elton John | Episode 5

This week we reviewed Anthony's second choice of the season! Anthony chose a song from Elton John's extensive track list, will the rocketman shoot into first place? Listen and find out! If you have any thoughts then send them to us on our Instagram (@song.craft.bid) or email them (songcraft.bid@gmail.com)!

Jul 09, 202238 minSeason 3Ep. 5

A Song for Our Grandfathers - Future Islands | Episode 4

This week we feature our first "special" guest! Charlotte chose an interesting synth song and then proceeded start a mutiny, attempt to take over as host and question every fibre of the podcast we all know and love. If you have any thoughts then send them to us on our Instagram (@song.craft.bid) or email them (songcraft.bid@gmail.com)!

Jul 02, 202244 minSeason 3Ep. 4

To Be With You - Mr. Big | Episode 3

This week we reviewed Ryan's first choice of the new season! Ryan chose a song which surprisingly sparked some controversy and debate amongst the trio which led to some really interesting scores. Listen and find out! If you have any thoughts (and telling us how wrong Ethan was) then send them to us on our Instagram (@song.craft.bid) or email them (songcraft.bid@gmail.com)!

Jun 25, 202236 minSeason 3Ep. 3

Under a Glass Moon - Dream Theater | Episode 2

This week we reviewed Ethan's choice in our second episode back! Ethan chose a song from an incredible band that we can't get enough of, will it stand our review and how will it fair in the leaderboard? Listen and find out! We also managed to spend far too long talking about what an amazing drummer Mike Portnoy is, the record company Elektra and also go into some of the deeper lyrics held in this song. It's a bit of a longer episode as there was so much to talk about! If you have any thoughts th...

Jun 18, 202239 minSeason 3Ep. 2

Don't Stop Believin' - Journey | Episode 1

This week we reviewed Anthony's choice to kick off our new season! Anthony chose well with a very well known song and band, will it stand our review and how will it fair in the leaderboard? Listen and find out! We also went on to disappoint Ethan informing him of Journey's revolving door of lead singers and we have a discussion on what's an oldie and what's a throwback? If you have any thoughts then send them to us on our Instagram (@song.craft.bid) or email them (songcraft.bid@gmail.com)!...

Jun 11, 202236 minSeason 3Ep. 1

Eurovision 2022 | Comeback Special Part 2

Listen in as we enter season 3 of our music based podcast filled with interesting facts, random thoughts and some banter! This week we're doing a special comeback special, Ethan and Anthony join Ryan once again for this new and exciting season with lots of new fun additions to the show! This is the second part of our comeback special, we are reviewing the Eurovision songs, all 25. We do round up the final 12 songs and review our scores in comparison to how Eurovision scored them. Eurovision is a...

Jun 04, 202258 min

Eurovision 2022 | Comeback Special Part 1

Listen in as we enter season 3 of our music based podcast filled with interesting facts, random thoughts and some banter! This week we're doing a special comeback special, Ethan and Anthony join Ryan once again for this new and exciting season with lots of new fun additions to the show! This is part 1 of a 2 part special, we are reviewing the Eurovision songs, all 25. We do the first 13 and score them ourselves. Eurovision is available to watch on BBC iPlayer.

May 28, 202256 min

Wedding Songs | Special Episode

Listen in wherever you are as we sit down to discuss some songs that you maybe should (or shouldn't!) play at a wedding. This episode is absolute carnage throughout with some amazing love songs being mentioned and explained... and some less than love songs being used! We love you all in a completely normal, totally not weird kind of way. Email us at songcraft.bid@gmail.com or follow us on instagram @song.craft.bid

Apr 23, 202249 minEp. 2

Faron Sage | Bonus Interview

Listen in wherever you are as we sit down to interview an upcoming prog-pop, multi-genre animated artist by the name of Faron Sage. His music is incredibly unique and his outlook on music and industry fit in with us terrifically! We discuss his inspirations, his musical background and most importantly, how he crafts his songs. Check out Farons website at faronsage.org Email us at songcraft.bid@gmail.com or follow us on instagram @song.craft.bid Thanks to Quite Great PR for making this interview ...

Dec 11, 202139 minSeason 2Ep. 1

Season 2 Finale! | Episode 24

Listen in wherever you are as we sit down to discuss the past season, some of our favourite moments, the funniest moments and some of the songs we want to review. We'd like to thank you all for supporting the podcast and enjoying it so much! See you all next season! Email us at songcraft.bid@gmail.com or follow us on instagram @song.craft.bid

Nov 27, 20211 hr 22 minSeason 2Ep. 24

Brother - Gerard Way | Episode 23

Listen in wherever you are as we sit down to discuss the song 'Brother' by Gerard Way, a solo name that some may know very well. We discuss the reasons this song came about, Gerard's band and his rise to fame in the 00s. We took a deeper look into the artist and most importantly, how this modern pop rock song was crafted. Email us at songcraft.bid@gmail.com or follow us on instagram @song.craft.bid

Nov 20, 202132 minSeason 2Ep. 23

Viking Death March - Billy Talent | Episode 22

Listen in wherever you are as we sit down to discuss the song 'Viking Death March' by Billy Talent, a proper punk band who really know what the genre means. We discuss this incredible song and the writing behind it, the way the vocals are done and the technicality found in the guitar work. We took a deeper look into the artist and most importantly, how this punk rock song was crafted. Email us at songcraft.bid@gmail.com or follow us on instagram @song.craft.bid

Nov 13, 202134 minSeason 2Ep. 22

Small Town Southern Man - Alan Jackson | Episode 21

Listen in wherever you are as we sit down to discuss the song 'Small Town Southern Man' by Alan Jackson, one of the most down to earth artists we have reviewed. We discuss this lesser known song and debate the writing of it. We took a deeper look into the artist and most importantly, how this country song was crafted. Email us at songcraft.bid@gmail.com or follow us on instagram @song.craft.bid

Nov 06, 202133 minSeason 2Ep. 21

Free Bird - Lynyrd Skynyrd | Episode 20

Listen in wherever you are as we sit down to discuss the song 'Free Bird' by Lynyrd Skynyrd, a band who were described by Ethan as "the embodiment of the confederate flag." We discuss this hugely popular song , it's place in the guitar world, and the subject the song talks about. We took a deeper look into the artist and most importantly, how this timeless rock song was crafted. Email us at songcraft.bid@gmail.com or follow us on instagram @song.craft.bid

Oct 30, 202127 minSeason 2Ep. 20

The Spirit Of Radio - Rush | Episode 19

Listen in wherever you are as we sit down to discuss the song 'The Spirit Of Radio' by Rush, an enormous Canadian outfit who produced some of the best prog music ever. We discuss this brilliantly written song, it's influences, the clever references hidden throughout and the incredible drummers recent passing. We took a deeper look into the artist and most importantly, how this prog rock song was crafted. Email us at songcraft.bid@gmail.com or follow us on instagram @song.craft.bid

Oct 23, 202133 minSeason 2Ep. 19

The Past Six Years - Deaf Havana | Episode 18

Listen in wherever you are as we sit down to discuss the song 'The Past Six Years' by Deaf Havana. We discuss this brilliantly written song from an artist who has sadly never been as big as they truly deserve. We took a deeper look into the artist and most importantly, how this acoustic punk song was crafted. Email us at songcraft.bid@gmail.com or follow us on instagram @song.craft.bid

Oct 16, 202130 minSeason 2Ep. 18

A Thousand Trees - Stereophonics | Episode 17

Listen in wherever you are as we sit down to discuss the song 'A Thousand Trees' by Stereophonics. We discuss this brilliantly written song from an artist who has managed to stay relevant from their debut album in the 90s right through to the mid 2010s. We took a deeper look into the artist and most importantly, how this indie song was crafted. Email us at songcraft.bid@gmail.com or follow us on instagram @song.craft.bid

Oct 09, 202132 minSeason 2Ep. 17

Step Up (I'm On It) - Maylene And The Sons Of Disaster | Episode 16

Listen in wherever you are as we sit down to discuss the song 'Step Up (I'm On It)' by Maylene And The Sons Of Disaster. We discuss this sludge country metal song, talk about whatever we could think of and have a special guest join us - Ethan's younger brother Reuben. We took a deeper look into the artist and most importantly, how this interesting song was crafted. Email us at songcraft.bid@gmail.com or follow us on instagram @song.craft.bid

Oct 02, 202134 minSeason 2Ep. 16

Zombie - The Cranberries | Episode 15

Listen in wherever you are as we sit down to discuss the song 'Zombie' by The Cranberries, one of the biggest Irish bands ever. We discuss this incredibly well known song, talk about what tragic events led to this songs writing and the other tragedies surrounding the band. We took a deeper look into the artist and most importantly, how this rock song was crafted. Email us at songcraft.bid@gmail.com or follow us on instagram @song.craft.bid

Sep 25, 202131 minSeason 2Ep. 15

Keep The Faith - Bon Jovi | Episode 14

Listen in wherever you are as we sit down to discuss the song 'Keep The Faith' by Bon Jovi, a very well known artist with a huge number of hit songs. We discuss this incredibly well crafted song, talk about our childhoods a bit and deliver two surprise scores! We took a deeper look into the artist and most importantly, how this rock song was crafted. Email us at songcraft.bid@gmail.com or follow us on instagram @song.craft.bid

Sep 18, 202128 minSeason 2Ep. 14

We Didn't Start the Fire - Billy Joel | Episode 13

Listen in wherever you are as we sit down to discuss the song 'We Didn't Start the Fire' by Billy Joel, a rather well known artist with several hit songs. We discuss this very history oriented song, why the artist hates it and discuss a startling news article! We took a deeper look into the artist and most importantly, how this pop song was crafted. Email us at songcraft.bid@gmail.com or follow us on instagram @song.craft.bid

Sep 11, 202132 minSeason 2Ep. 13

Anesthetize - Porcupine Tree | Episode 12

Listen in wherever you are as we sit down to discuss the song 'Anesthetize' by Porcupine Tree, a prog rock band fronted by Steve Wilson, someone who has a wealth of musical experience and mildly depressing music. We are joined by a special guest from last season - Ed! We discuss this intricate song, how the lyrics and musical tempo cleverly match up and have an update from last week! We took a deeper look into the artist and most importantly, how this prog rock song was crafted. Email us at song...

Sep 04, 202138 minSeason 2Ep. 12

Bullet With Butterfly Wings - The Smashing Pumpkins | Episode 11

Listen in wherever you are as we sit down to discuss the song 'Bullet With Butterfly Wings' by The Smashing Pumpkins, an alternative rock band fronted by someone who seems to be generally annoyed and enraged at the world. We discuss the biblical references held within the lyrics, how messed up Billy Corgan really is and there's a surprise during our scores! We took a deeper look into the artist and most importantly, how this hard rock song was crafted. Email us at songcraft.bid@gmail.com or foll...

Aug 28, 202130 minSeason 2Ep. 11

Street Spirit (Fade Out) - Radiohead | Episode 10

Listen in wherever you are as we sit down to discuss the song 'Street Spirit (Fade Out)' by Radiohead, a rock band who have quite the discography! We are joined by a special guest from season 1 - Paul. We discuss the demented lyrics, more Radiohead songs and some stories from Paul's "Weep" days. We took a deeper look into the artist and most importantly, how this soft rock song was crafted. Email us at songcraft.bid@gmail.com or follow us on instagram @song.craft.bid

Aug 21, 202134 minSeason 2Ep. 10
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