Sad Song Queens

Join hosts Laura Webb and Lindsay Wolfington on the Sad Song Queens podcast as they dive deep into the emotional resonance of Keane's iconic track, "Somewhere Only We Know." In this episode, they sit down with band members Tim Rice-Oxley and Tom Chaplin to discuss the song's creation, its impact, and the band's journey over the years. Check out our friends at The Songwriting School of Los Angeles! Find the next great song for your playlists.Music news, reviews and interviews to bring you clos...

This week, the Queens sit down with Rosi Golan to chat about her song “Right Now”. About a year ago, Rosi lost her husband to cancer. She posted a reel to her Instagram showing her and her husband hugging a vase that would preserve the memory of their love into art. Her video was beautiful and inspired many, and led Rosi to the decision to release this song and commit the proceeds from her streaming to the Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation, with the mission to help find a cure, and aid patients w...

In this replay episode, the Queens and Davie discuss the emotional depth of his song 'Above the Clouds of Pompeii', exploring themes of loss, family dynamics, and the impact of mental health on creativity. They reflect on the significance of live performances, the collaboration with Dermot Kennedy, and the power of music to connect people through shared experiences. The discussion also touches on personal stories of grief and the influence of pop music on their lives. Check out our friends at...

We're back with another replay! In this episode, SYML discusses his song “Where’s My Love” with the Sad Song Queens. In this conversation, they talk about the inspiration behind SYML’s music, the process of creating music as a solo artist, the impact of sad songs, and the personal experiences that influence his songwriting. Check out our friends at The Songwriting School of Los Angeles! Find the next great song for your playlists.Music news, reviews and interviews to bring you closer ...

ICYMI - Replaying our very first interview with the lovely Ashe! With a new release on the horizon from her new band with Finneas, The Favors, it’s a great time to reflect on Ashe’s solo work thus far. In this conversation, Ashe tells the Sad Song Queens about the creation and meaning behind her song "Moral of the Story." They discuss how the song was placed in the film "To All the Boys: P.S. I Still Love You,” and the impact the film’s use had on Ashe’s career. The conversation touches...

Join Lindsay and Laura (and producer Emily!) as they reflect on Season 1 of the Sad Song Queens podcast. Then, they open it up to questions received from listeners and friends. Check out our friends at The Songwriting School of Los Angeles! Find the next great song for your playlists.Music news, reviews and interviews to bring you closer to your favourite artists.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support the show Donate to Laura's team for the Walk to End Alzheimer's here! To he...

This episode is a switch-up! Today, SYML returns to the podcast to ask the Queens his questions about their jobs as music supervisors. In his episode discussing “Where’s My Love”, he said he had his own list of questions for them, so they are happy to welcome him back! Laura and Lindsay touch on how they get jobs, denial of uses, and happy moments from their careers. Check out our friends at The Songwriting School of Los Angeles! Find the next great song for your playlists.Music news,...

In this week’s conversation, Per Gessle of Roxette discusses the creative process behind iconic songs like 'It Must Have Been Love' and 'The Look', and the unexpected journey of their music from Sweden to global fame, particularly through its association with the film 'Pretty Woman'. He shares insights into his songwriting process, the evolution of Joyride - The Musical, and the legacy of Roxette, especially in light of Marie Fredriksson's passing. Check out our friends at The Songwriting Sch...

This week, the Queens sit down with Abraham Alexander to discuss his song “Xavier”, which is about the tragic passing of his brother. He also talks about his Greek and Nigerian roots, his first Oscar nomination, and his musical relationship with Leon Bridges. Check out our friends at The Songwriting School of Los Angeles! Find the next great song for your playlists.Music news, reviews and interviews to bring you closer to your favourite artists.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support...

FINNEAS sits down with Lindsay and Laura to chat about his song “Same Old Story.” He shares his admiration for music supervisors, tips for young music producers, and how live shows informed his latest album. Plus, we discuss collaborating with sister, Billie Eilish, and get a breakdown of his contributions to Ashe’s “Moral of the Story.” Check out our friends at The Songwriting School of Los Angeles! Find the next great song for your playlists.Music news, reviews and interviews to bring you c...

Today, the legend that is Moby 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. Check out our friends at The Songwriting School of Los Angeles! Find the next great song for your playlists.Music news, reviews and interviews to bring you closer to your favourite artists....

In honor of World Maternal Mental Health Day, the Queens chat about the song “Girls” with the always inspiring songwriter and artist, Rachel Platten. Platten, who became widely known with her hit song “Fight Song”, talks about songwriting, motherhood, and her mental health struggles postpartum. Check out our friends at The Songwriting School of Los Angeles! Find the next great song for your playlists.Music news, reviews and interviews to bring you closer to your favourite artists.Listen on: A...

The Queens sit down with Joy Oladokun about her heartbreaking song “Charleston,” from her debut album Carry. They discuss Joy’s perspective growing up in the church, her experience being signed to a major label, and making a difference with music. Check out our friends at The Songwriting School of Los Angeles! Find the next great song for your playlists.Music news, reviews and interviews to bring you closer to your favourite artists.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support the s...

In today’s episode, we chat with our friend Anna of the North about her song “Lovers,” which we placed in the 2018 film To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before, where it resonated with fans worldwide after playing in a pivotal hot tub scene. The song is having a moment again, so we knew it was time to reconnect with Anna to discuss. We chat about how the song was created, what’s happening with it on TikTok, and the age-old question of what we should be doing with our lives. Check out our friends ...

Novo Amor joins us to chat about his song “Anchor”. He shares insights into the emotional depth of his songs, how he began his music career, and what it was like to land this song in a pharmaceutical commercial. He is a big advocate of taking care of the environment and finding ways to create art and tour sustainably. Check out our friends at The Songwriting School of Los Angeles! Find the next great song for your playlists.Music news, reviews and interviews to bring you closer to your ...