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The Sad Song Queens podcast brings together two award-winning Music Supervisors, Lindsay Wolfington and Laura Webb, as they sit down with the artists and songwriters behind some of the most evocative and emotional songs. Drawing on years of experience curating the perfect soundtracks for film and television, Lindsay and Laura explore the stories, experiences, and emotions that shape these deeply moving songs.
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In this week’s episode of Sad Song Queens, Laura and Lindsay are joined by singer-songwriter Chance Peña to talk about his emotional yet hopeful track, “The Mountain Is You.” Chance opens up about the song’s meaning, exploring themes of vulnerability and the challenge of getting out of your own way. Chance also dives into how he handles the mental toll of touring and what it was like to open for one of his favorite bands, The Lumineers. Support the show To help support these artists’ as...
In this week’s episode of Sad Song Queens, Laura and Lindsay are joined by singer-songwriter Ingrid Michaelson to discuss her heartfelt track “Keep Breathing.” Ingrid reflects on the song’s lasting impact and why it continues to resonate with listeners over the years. She also shares stories behind her music’s iconic sync placements, the impact 9/11 had on her career, and her experience writing songs for the hit Broadway musical The Notebook. Support the show To help support these artists’ ...
In this week’s episode of Sad Song Queens, Laura and Lindsay are joined by the iconic Nina Persson of The Cardigans to unpack the story behind the band’s hit “Erase/Rewind.” Nina dives into the song’s true meaning, shares stories about The Cardigans’ music featured in film, and reflects on what it was like navigating the music industry as a woman in the ’90s. Support the show To help support these artists’ as well as their favorite sad songs, please check out our Official Spotify Playlist!&nb...
In this week's episode of Sad Song Queens, the Queens are joined by English musician Keaton Henson, who delves into his melancholic track “Past It.” Keaton opens up his anxiety around performing on stage, the emotional power of music, and the balance artists face between building a thick skin and staying vulnerable in their work. Support the show To help support these artists’ as well as their favorite sad songs, please check out our Official Spotify Playlist! Find us elsewhere:&n...
In this week’s episode, the Queens sit down with the iconic band, Mumford and Sons, to discuss their song “Conversation With My Son (Gangsters & Angels)” from the new album Prizefighter. The band shares the stories and references that have shaped their songs, Marcus’ parenting moment that inspired “Conversation with My Son,” how they feel about the term “Artist,” and the process of making their latest album. Support the show To help support these artists’ as well as their favo...
In this week's episode of Sad Song Queens, the Queens are joined by Swedish singer-songwriter Anna Ternheim, who opens up about her beautifully vulnerable track "My Heart Still Beats For You." Anna shares her journey of turning personal turmoil into art, highlighting the therapeutic nature of songwriting, and covering a Backstreet Boys/Max Martin classic. Support the show To help support these artists’ as well as their favorite sad songs, please check out our Official Spotify Playlist! ...
In this week’s episode, the Queens sit down with NoSo to discuss their melancholic song “Nara”. NoSo opens up about the journey of finding themselves as a Korean-American transgender artist, moving from Chicago to LA as a teen, and their process of writing music for their latest album “When Are You Leaving?". Support the show To help support these artists’ as well as their favorite sad songs, please check out our Official Spotify Playlist! Find us elsewhere: https://linktr.ee/sads...
This week, the Queens are back with part II of their chat with Christina Perri, where she discusses two of her most iconic songs, "Jar of Hearts" and "A Thousand Years," and how they came to be. Christina shares how she first got into music and songwriting, and how these moments have shaped her career. Listen now to the latest episode of the Sad Song Queens podcast! Support the show To help support these artists’ as well as their favorite sad songs, please check out our Official Spotify Playl...
In this week’s episode, the Queens sit down with Christina Perri to discuss her beloved song “Evergone”, written for her stillborn daughter, Rosie. Christina opens up about her emotional journey through grief and loss, healing through her music, and her evolution as both an artist and an advocate. Newest episode of the Sad Song Queens out TODAY! Support the show To help support these artists’ as well as their favorite sad songs, please check out our Official Spotify Playlist! Find us el...
In this heartfelt episode of Sad Song Queens, the Queens sit down with Joe King, guitarist and vocalist of The Fray, to talk about the band’s iconic song, “How to Save a Life.” Joe reflects on The Fray’s journey from their early days to their recent reunion, the deep emotional connection their music has forged with fans, and the personal stories that have shaped their sound over the years. Support the show To help support these artists’ as well as their favorite sad songs, please check out ou...
It’s the holiday season, and the Queens are back with a special Christmas episode featuring Rob Harvilla, host of the acclaimed podcast "60 Songs That Explain the ’90s". Together, Rob and the Queens dive into their favorite sad Christmas songs, discuss the experience of loss during the holidays, and reflect on how the feeling of Christmas music changes from childhood to adulthood. If you are a melancholy Christmas music lover, you won't want to miss this episode! Support the show To help supp...
In this special “Kids Edition” of the Sad Song Queens podcast, the Queens explore the world of sad songs through the perspectives of their young family members. The kids open up about what makes a song feel sad to them, share personal stories of loss and heartbreak, and offer a glimpse into the tracks resonating with the younger generation. Support the show To help support these artists’ as well as their favorite sad songs, please check out our Official Spotify Playlist! Find us e...
This week, The Queens sit down with rising folk-pop singer-songwriter Andrea Bejar to talk about her song “Marigolds” and its bittersweet reflections on growing up. Andrea shares how she first found her voice as a songwriter, the special role her sister plays both in her life and creative process, and her deep connection to Mexico. Support the show To help support these artists’ as well as their favorite sad songs, please check out our Official Spotify Playlist! Find us elsewhere: ...
In honor of Stranger Things' final season, we’re replaying our episode with Moby who joins the Queens for a conversation about the song “When It’s Cold I’d Like To Die” by Moby and Mimi Goese, which was featured on The Sopranos and Stranger Things. They chat about how he got started in the New York dance scene, getting signed, and his love of sync placements. Support the show To help support these artists’ as well as their favorite sad songs, please check out our Official Spotify Playli...
We are back with another replay episode! In this week’s episode, the Queens chat with Ben Bridwell of Band of Horses about the legendary song “The Funeral”. They discuss how sync music changed his life, his four daughters, and his friendship with Sam from Iron & Wine. Support the show To help support these artists’ as well as their favorite sad songs, please check out our Official Spotify Playlist! Find us elsewhere: https://linktr.ee/sadsongqueens If you like what you hear, ...
This week, The Queens are back with part II of their chat with The Head and the Heart, diving into the band’s favorite sad songs. From tracks that hit close to home to those offering comfort and an outlet of emotion, each of the band members share the songs that have stuck with them throughout their lives. Support the show To help support these artists’ as well as their favorite sad songs, please check out our Official Spotify Playlist! Find us elsewhere: https://linktr.e...
In this week’s episode, the Queens sit down with members of The Head and the Heart to discuss their iconic song “Rivers and Roads”. The band members open up about the song's creation and its significance in their lives. From practicing in parking garages to playing sold out shows, the band dives into the challenges and joys of touring, the evolution of their music, and how group therapy helped them navigate the dynamics within their band. Support the show To help support these artists’ ...
In this week’s episode, the Queens sit down with British pop sensation Mimi Webb to discuss her heartfelt song “You Don’t Look at Me the Same” from her album Confessions. Mimi opens up about the emotional experience of writing about her parents’ divorce and how it shaped her music. Together, Mimi and the Queens talk about her love for performing, signing a record deal at a young age, and her advice for aspiring artists navigating the industry. Support the show To help support these arti...
In this week’s episode, the Lindsay and Laura chat with singer-songwriter Matt Maeson about the meaning behind his powerful track “Halfway to Whole” from his new album A Quiet and Harmless Living. Matt opens up about the challenges of balancing family life with a music career, the therapeutic nature of songwriting, what Spotify playlists he’s on, and how he’s learned to navigate the pressures of the music industry. Support the show To help support these artists’ as well as their favorit...
This week, the Sad Song Queens welcome British singer-songwriter Tom Odell to discuss his song "Don't Let Me Go" from his latest album A Wonderful Life. Tom opens up about the inspiration behind both "Don't Let Me Go" and his breakout hit "Another Love", reflecting on his approach to songwriting, the viral impact of his music on social media, and the joy of hearing his songs featured in popular tv shows and films. Support the show To help support these artists’ as well as their fa...
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