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Encore: The Stories Behind The Songs You Love

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Finger Eleven
Paralyzer
Avril Lavigne
Best Of You
Girlfriend
Foo Fighters
Grammy Awards
The Killers
The Best Damn Thing
Dave Grohl
In Your Honor
Christina Aguilera
Mr. Brightside
Pop Punk
One By One
Music Video
Use Somebody
Lady Gaga
Dr. Luke
Chad Kroeger

Do you remember where you were the first time you heard Outkast tell you to 'Shake it like a Polaroid Picture'?

How about when Nickelback told you to 'Look at this Photograph'?

Or when Taylor Swift provided the soundtrack to your Love story?

Join Ruby Carr as she takes you through the biggest songs in the world - with new interviews and newly unearthed archive footage from the artists themselve... more

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Taylor Momsen
Lead vocalist of The Pretty Reckless and actress known for her role in How the Grinch Stole Christmas.
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Episode: Behind The Christmas Hits: Taylor Momsen on Singing with her 6yo Self, and 25 Years of The Grinch!
Trevor Guthrie
Lead singer of Soul Decision
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Episode: CanConCore 4: The Story of soulDecision's 'Faded'
David Bowman
Member of Soul Decision
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Episode: CanConCore 4: The Story of soulDecision's 'Faded'
Ken Lewko
Member of Soul Decision
Soul Decision
Episode: CanConCore 4: The Story of soulDecision's 'Faded'
Jack Johnson
American singer-songwriter known for his soft rock music and environmental activism.
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Episode: Waves of Success: The Story of Jack Johnson's 'Better Together'
Chuck Comeau
Drummer and co-writer of Simple Plan
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Episode: What it's Like To Be Me: The Story of Simple Plan's Welcome to My Life
Vanessa Carlton
Singer-songwriter known for her hit 'A Thousand Miles'
Episode: Not Nobody: The Story of Vanessa Carlton's 'A Thousand Miles'
Shania Twain
Canadian country music singer-songwriter and one of the best-selling female artists of all time.
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Episode: Let's Go Girls: The Story of Shania Twain's 'Man! I Feel Like a Woman!'
AJ McClain
Member of the Backstreet Boys
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Episode: I Never Wanna Hear You Say: The Story of Backstreet Boys' 'I Want It That Way'

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Ruby Carr
Ruby Carr is the host exploring the stories behind iconic songs, featuring interviews and archival footage from artists. Her engaging narrative style adds depth to the tales behind the world's biggest hits.

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4.4 out of 5 stars from 10 ratings
  • Great!

    Great podcast. Great host!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PodGal2135
    Canada6 months ago
  • Best podcast ever!

    Myles is the best! That is all.

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    5
    onairmyles
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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Behind The Christmas Hits: Taylor Momsen on Singing with her 6yo Self, and 25 Years of The Grinch!
Q: What were the emotions that you were feeling as you were going through this process?
The process brought back feelings of nostalgia and happiness, reminding her of a simpler time from her childhood.
CanConCore 4: The Story of soulDecision's 'Faded'
Q: What are your opinions on ageism in show business?
It's a bunch of shit; people aren't valued for what they can offer if they're older.
EXCLUSIVE: Chuck Comeau of Simple Plan on the History of 'Still Not Getting Any'
Q: Did that success change things for you guys, like change anything for the band?
Yes, it was a game changer, the song elevated the band globally and opened doors for international success.
EXCLUSIVE: Finger Eleven Reflect on the Day they Created 'Paralyzer'
Q: What do you remember about filming the video for it?
The band reflects on their experience filming the music video at a Hollywood studio, emphasizing the excitement of working with choreographers and burlesque dancers.
EXCLUSIVE: Finger Eleven Reflect on the Day they Created 'Paralyzer'
Q: What can you tell me about making that song and how it came to be?
Scott from Finger Eleven explains how the band created 'Paralyzer' unexpectedly during a photography session, highlighting the spontaneous and inspired nature of the songwriting process.

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This podcast offers a unique exploration of the stories behind beloved songs, intertwining personal anecdotes, historical context, and musical trivia. Hosted by Ruby Carr, each episode features deep dives into iconic tracks, revealing the creative processes of the artists and the cultural significance of their work. With an engaging mix of new interviews and previously hidden archival materials, listeners gain insight into everything from hit singles to the emotional journeys that inspired them, making it a compelling listen for music lovers and casual fans alike. The narratives not only celebrate musical achievements but also address the relatable themes of nostalgia and personal experience connected to the songs.

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