The Perfect Song For ... a podcast about the perfect song

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A lighthearted weekly podcast in which we talk about a bunch of songs which are perfect for some occasion and or situation. Ultimately we choose one song which is ... the prefect song. Along the way we agree, disagree and discuss the structure, the character, history and the quirks of the songs - as far as we know them. Please let us know if you agree, disagree or have your own song proposals at ... perfectsongfor.gmail.com

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ThePerfectSongFor ... podcast about the perfect song

Mar 15 2024 36 mins

This is the first episode of our podcast where we, journalists, music writers and friends, discuss songs that come to mind when you think of a idea or situation. This time the situation is the ideal songs for a podcast about the perfect song!

The Perfect Song For ... recovering from an operation

Mar 24 2024 41 mins

Fred de Vries and Tim Cohen discuss the perfect post-operation musical remidy. You get out of hospital, you get home, what song do you put on? Are you feeling the need for up-liftment and healing, or are you, like Fred, still dreaming about the nurse. Find out in our podcast; full versions of the songs in Spotify and Apple playlists; email us your suggestions and alternatives at pe

The Perfect Song For ... impressing a sceptical companion on a road trip

Mar 29 2024 37 mins

You are on a road trip with a friend. There is some competition about what everyone should listen to, with some slight, passive-aggressive overtones. You need to play something that will impress your friend/s and settle the argument, but what song would that be? Here are six songs to choose from and our favourite. Email us at [email protected] if you agree, disagree or have

The Perfect Song For ... bracing yourself for a tough situation

Apr 06 2024 40 mins

Its unpleasant, but there is no way out - you've gotta do it. But you need a song which will pump you up, make you feel good, motivate you, and push you over the hump. But what is the perfect song for facing up to a difficult situation? Listen up. Hosts Fred de Vries and Tim Cohen are joined by author Jo-anne Richards. As usual, full songs on Spotify and Apple music; email us on pe

The Perfect Song For ... recovering from a robbery

Apr 15 2024 42 mins

You've been robbed! Literally. You feel upset, invaded, violated and ... well ... poorer. What music do you listen to now? How do you bounce back? Journalists and music writers Fred de Vries and Tim Cohen have some suggestions. Email = [email protected]; X = theperfectsongfor_ ; Insta = @theperfectsongfor ; full songs on Spotify and Apple Music playlists.

ThePerfectSongFor ... closing time

Apr 27 2024 40 mins

You own a bar, and things are getting rowdy; its time to close. But what song do you put on? You have a house party, but its getting late and the neighbours are complaining, the cops are prowling and you have to close things down. What do you put on the sound system? You own a club, same thing, last song. Music writers Fred de Vries and Tim Cohen provide some options, and choose th

ThePerfectSongFor ... subtle flirting

May 06 2024 40 mins

There is a feeling .. or is there? You think their may be, you hope there is, this may be it! You want to test to see if the feeling is reciprocated. What would the perfect song be if you want to flirt ... but carefully. With subtlety. This week Fred de Vries, and Tim Cohen are joined by special guest, Fizz Carr, co-author of The River Cottage Family Cookbook. Did we hit the right

ThePerfectSongFor .. getting high

May 18 2024 48 mins

Music and drugs have a long and varied history, but what is the perfect song to enjoy while you are high. The presenters, Fred de Vries and Tim Cohen have no personal experience in this regard, but they have friends, associates ... some close, some distant, who may have indulged a bit, from time to time. And they have advised on ThePerfectSongFor ... getting high. Contact us with y

ThePerfectSongFor .. drumming practice

May 23 2024 52 mins

You want to be a drummer, or appreciate drumming, or you love the drums but you need to know what is the perfect song to reach your drumming goals, which may or may not including thumping things with vigour. Hosts Fred de Vries and Tim Cohen are joined by an actual drummer - and general music obsessive - Mark Rosin provide some options. The contenders are A Guy called Gerald - Fabi

ThePerfectSongFor .. changing your mind

Jun 08 2024 42 mins

Did you every hate a band, or a singer, or a musician ... and then somebody played you one song that changed your mind. All of a sudden, the band you though was average becomes unexpectedly great, or at least moderately listenable. Or you didn't know the band at all, and one song raised them to championship status. Here are six songs that might change your mind, or make up your min