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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

Say You'll Haunt Me - Stone Sour | Episode 9

Listen in wherever you are as we sit down to discuss the song 'Say You'll Haunt Me' by Stone Sour, a hard rock band who have a rather famous lead vocalist! We discuss the lead singers wives, his other band and solo career as well as attempting some metal singing. 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 follow us on instagram @song.craft.bid

Aug 14, 202129 minSeason 2Ep. 9

My Honest Face - Inhaler | Episode 8

Listen in wherever you are as we sit down to discuss the song 'My Honest Face' by Inhaler, an indie band who are bringing back the genre! We discuss the lead singers family ties, similarities to other bands and some other more personal subjects. 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

Aug 07, 202131 minSeason 2Ep. 8

A Monster - Styx | Episode 7

Listen in wherever you are as we sit down to discuss the song 'A Monster' by Styx, a prog band who are doing some of their classic stuff with a modern twist on it! We discuss the influences of other bands featured through the album such as Queen, Rush, ELO, Foo Fighters, the list goes on. We also discuss the lyrics and geography... somehow. We took a deeper look into the artist and most importantly, how this prog rocker was crafted. Email us at songcraft.bid@gmail.com or follow us on instagram @...

Jul 31, 202133 minSeason 2Ep. 7

Light My Love - Greta Van Fleet | Episode 6

Listen in wherever you are as we sit down to discuss the song 'Light My Love' by Greta Van Fleet, a modern rock band who are recreating some classic sounds from the 70s, the band have been heavily compared to Led Zeppelin! We discuss the lyrics in depth, other bands mimicking similar eras and why his voice is so... interesting. We took a deeper look into the artist and most importantly, how this modern rocker was crafted. Email us at songcraft.bid@gmail.com or follow us on instagram @song.craft....

Jul 24, 202133 minSeason 2Ep. 6

Children of the Sun - Feeder | Episode 5

Listen in wherever you are as we sit down to discuss the song 'Children of the Sun' by Feeder, a two piece band with a lot of hits that our very own Anthony Stanyer has a soft spot for! We discuss the movie interstellar, the actual music video to this and many other songs as well as our own lyrical opinions. We took a deeper look into the artist and most importantly, how this modern rocker was crafted. Email us at songcraft.bid@gmail.com or follow us on instagram @song.craft.bid

Jul 17, 202135 minSeason 2Ep. 5

Signal 30 - Public Service Broadcasting | Episode 4

Listen in wherever you are as we sit down to discuss the song 'Signal 30' by Public Service Broadcasting, something a bit different with our guest star Tim Shearer from season 1! We discuss cars from the 60s, the morbidity of the actual film the song is based on, and make some wise comments regarding driving safety. We took a deeper look into the artist and most importantly, how this strangely entertaining yet informational song was crafted. Email us at songcraft.bid@gmail.com or follow us on in...

Jul 10, 202125 minSeason 2Ep. 4

Anotherdrinkingsong - Skyclad | Episode 3

Listen in wherever you are as we sit down to discuss the song 'Anotherdrinkingsong' by Skyclad, a prog rock group which we discovered has a sketchy past. We discuss what makes a good drinking song, the 15 seconds of glory held within this prog rocker and as usual, go way off topic. We took a deeper look into the artist and most importantly, how this prog rock drinking song was crafted. Email us at songcraft.bid@gmail.com or follow us on instagram @song.craft.bid

Jul 03, 202125 minSeason 2Ep. 3

Forget Me Not - Brian Fallon | Episode 2

Listen in wherever you are as we sit down to discuss the song 'Forget Me Not' by Brian Fallon, one of the key members of The Gaslight Anthem. We discuss what his favourite football team is, who is Stacy, Anthony tries to learn his actual bands name and we take a deeper look into the artist and most importantly, how this modern indie rocker was crafted. Email us at songcraft.bid@gmail.com or follow us on instagram @song.craft.bid

Jun 26, 202131 minSeason 2Ep. 2

Romeo & Juliet - Dire Straits | Episode 1

Listen in wherever you are as we sit down to discuss the song 'Romeo & Juliet' by Dire Straits, a band that needs no introduction. The Knopfler brothers certainly are an interesting pair, outside of the terrific music they put out. We take a deeper look into the band and most importantly, how this gentle rocker was crafted.

Jun 19, 202129 minSeason 2Ep. 1

Eurovision 2021 | Comeback Special Part 2

Listen in as we enter season 2 of our music based podcast filled with interesting facts, random thoughts and some banter! This week we're doing a special comeback special, new co-hosts as we move into the new season. This is the second part of our comeback special, we are reviewing the Eurovision songs, all 26. We do the final 13 and compare our scores! Eurovision is available to watch on BBC iPlayer.

Jun 12, 202156 min

Eurovision 2021 | Comeback Special Part 1

Listen in as we enter season 2 of our music based podcast filled with interesting facts, random thoughts and some banter! This week we're doing a special comeback special, new co-hosts as we move into the new season. This is part 1 of a 2 part special, we are reviewing the Eurovision songs, all 26. We do the first 13 and score them ourselves. Eurovision is available to watch on BBC iPlayer.

Jun 05, 202157 min

In The Company of Worms - Thank You Scientist | Episode 11

Listen in wherever you are as we sit down to discuss the song In The Company of Worms by Thank You Scientist, a prog rock band from the US. This band contains 7 members and have released an EP and 3 albums. Listen to the song here- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F58xJE4S5M4

Jul 18, 202014 minSeason 1Ep. 11

Backroads - Lonely The Brave | Episode 10

Listen in wherever you are as we sit down to discuss the song Backroads by Lonely The Brave, a modern hard rock band from Cambridge, England. This song is featured as a part of the 'The Day's War' album. Listen to the song here- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fk2phEP7AWU

Jul 11, 202019 minSeason 1Ep. 10

Unanswered Prayers - Weep | Episode 9

Listen in wherever you are as we sit down to discuss the song Unanswered Prayers by Weep. A band which no one will have heard of most likely. Two of our usual guests were the ego baring guitarists of the band. This song is taken from the slow selling album "48 Toes". Listen to the song here- https://youtu.be/6wDB-NnOmBI

Jul 04, 202020 minSeason 1Ep. 9

Fast - Lit | Episode 8

Listen in wherever you are as we sit down to discuss the song Fast by lit. A country song from a formerly pop-punk band with hits such as "My Own Worst Enemy", "Miserable", "Zip-lock" and many more . This song is the first single from the 'These Are The Days' album. Check out the official video here- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zQL5ZoSTor4

Jun 27, 202012 minSeason 1Ep. 8

Funniest Bits | Episode 1 - Episode 4

Listen in wherever you are and enjoy the funniest bits from episode 1 to 4 of the podcast Song Craft: Breaking It Down. This features parts from Episode 1 to Episode 4 (Dry County, Silent Lucidity, Goodbye Stranger, So Long, And Thanks For All The Fish). We hope you've enjoyed the podcast so far and enjoy listening to some funny bits, many of which weren't in the episodes!

Jun 24, 202022 min

Inbetweener - Sleeper | Episode 7

Listen in wherever you are as we sit down to discuss the song Inbetweener by Sleeper. A song many of you who lived through the 90s may have listened to! This song is from the album 'Smart'. Check out the official video here- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Y63UIj48xs

Jun 20, 202011 minSeason 1Ep. 7

I Will Remember - TOTO | Episode 6

Listen in wherever you are as we sit down to discuss the song I Will Remember by TOTO. A song many of you may not have heard of, Africa and Rosanna being TOTO's big hits. This song came off the 'Tambu' album. Check out the official video here- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Y2qfmjCmCw

May 30, 202016 minSeason 1Ep. 6

Black Hole Sun - Soundgarden | Episode 5

Listen in wherever you are as we sit down to discuss the song Black Hole Sun by Soundgarden. A song which was a huge hit when it came out as grunge soared. This song came off of the 1994 album 'Superunknown'. Check out the official video here- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3mbBbFH9fAg

May 23, 202014 minSeason 1Ep. 5

So Long, And Thanks For All The Fish - A Perfect Circle | Episode 4

Listen in wherever you are as we sit down to discuss the song So Long, And Thanks For All The Fish by A Perfect Circle. A modern rock song with an almost anthematic sound. From the 'Eat The Elephant' Album. Check out the video Tim talks about here- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UkHSmDxX1t4

May 09, 202016 minSeason 1Ep. 4

Goodbye Stranger - Supertramp | Episode 3

Listen in wherever you are as we sit down to discuss the song Goodbye Stranger by Supertramp. A turning point for Supertramp, we discuss whether they sold out as a band after releasing the 'Breakfast In America' album. Have a listen for yourself and watch the official video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u8pVZ5hTGJQ

May 02, 202016 minSeason 1Ep. 3

Silent Lucidity - Queensryche | Episode 2

Listen in wherever you are as we sit down to discuss the song Silent Lucidity by Queensryche. A big hit for Queensryche and their only hit in many ways, from the album 'Empire' Have a listen for yourself and watch the official video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jhat-xUQ6dw

Apr 25, 202016 minSeason 1Ep. 2

Dry County - Bon Jovi | Episode 1

Listen in wherever you are as we sit down to discuss the song Dry County by Bon Jovi. A classic in many ways, featured on the 1994 album 'Keep the Faith' Have a listen for yourself and watch the official video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Ja1aHnj7Wk

Apr 18, 202019 minSeason 1Ep. 1
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