The Story Behind The Song

Nov 18 2024 62 ep. 50 mins 81
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The Story Behind the Song finds host Peter Csathy digging into some of the most iconic songs of all time with the artists who made them. Others may scratch the surface, but we go deeper than anyone into the musician’s fascinating creative journey of how their most lasting songs came to be – and the moment that sparked their inspiration.

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Encore: Boy George - "Do You Really Want to Hurt Me"

Nov 18 2024 62 mins  
On this encore episode of The Story Behind the Song, hear Boy George discuss "Do You Really Want to Hurt Me" and more.One of the most popular and influential bands of the 1980s, Culture Club was the original new wave boyband. They fused new wave, pop, and reggae to create a unique sound that was both catchy and stylish.The two discuss the song's mix of love, loss, and s

The Church - "Under the Milky Way"

Nov 11 2024 48 mins  
On the latest episode of The Story Behind the Song, host Peter Csathy is joined by The Church bassist and vocalist Steve Kilbey to take a deep dive into the Australian band's beloved hit "Under the Milky Way." Listen to their conversation.Kilbey tracks the origins and production of "Under the Milky Way," which arrived as the lead single of The Church's 1988

Encore: The Shins - "New Slang" and "Phantom Limb"

Nov 04 2024 42 mins  
In this encore episode of The Story Behind the Song, hear James Mercer of The Shins talk about their indie classic "New Slang," the late bassist Neal Langford, and more.One of the most renowned American indie rock bands, The Shins have carved a lasting legacy with their distinctive blend of folk, pop, and indie rock. Formed in 1996 by frontman James Mercer, a chance inclusi

The Jesus and Mary Chain's William Reid - "Just Like Honey"

Oct 28 2024 39 mins  
On the latest episode of The Story Behind the Song, William Reid, who co-founded influential UK duo The Jesus and Mary Chain with his brother Jim Reid, sits with host Peter Csathy to discuss one of the band's most iconic songs: "Just Like Honey." Listen now.After forming a band in the early '80s, brothers William and Jim Reid embarked on a punk rock journey that eve

Encore: Blue Öyster Cult -Don't Fear the Reaper

Oct 21 2024 41 mins  
In this encore episode of The Story Behind the Song, Blue Öyster Cult's Bruce Dickinson (aka Buck Dharma) chats with host Peter Csathy about the band's iconic "Don't Fear the Reaper." Listen to his insight.Dharma takes listeners through the history of the band, what "Don't Fear the Reaper" was actually about, how a photo inspired Will Ferrell's

Incubus - "Drive" and "Wish You Were Here"

Oct 14 2024 52 mins  
On the latest episode of The Story Behind the Song, Incubus vocalist Brandon Boyd and lead guitarist Mike Einziger join host Peter Csathy to revisit two of their biggest hits: "Drive" and "Wish You Were Here." Listen to their conversation.Boyd and Einziger, who founded Incubus together in 1991, take a deep dive into the band's formation, their music, and their p

Encore: Men At Work - "Down Under"

Oct 07 2024 68 mins  
In this encore episode of The Story Behind the Song, host Peter Csathy revisits the very first episode of the podcast where he talked with Men At Work frontman Colin Hay to discuss their seminal 80's hit "Down Under." Listen now.Make sure to follow The Story Behind the Song as Season 3 continues on, and rate and review on Apple Podcasts to show your support for the seri

Graham Nash - Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young’s “Teach Your Children”

Sep 30 2024 37 mins  
On this week's The Story Behind the Song, Graham Nash tells the story behind Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young’s “Teach Your Children," "Ohio," and much more. Listen now.Nash, the renowned English-American singer-songwriter, takes a deep dive into his lengthly career. He discusses starting his career in The Hollies to meeting Joni Mitchell, and how an eventful di

Encore: Sheila E. - "The Glamorous Life"

Sep 23 2024 52 mins  
In this encore episode of The Story Behind the Song, Sheila E. joins host Peter Csathy to discuss how the game-changing song "The Glamorous Life." Listen to her talk about how it changed the course of her career.The accomplished musician talks about working with Prince and trying to outdo each other as they wrote and performed. She also shares insights on a personal selecti

Zedd - "Clarity" and "Out of Time"

Sep 16 2024 48 mins  
Season 3 of The Story Behind the Song continues with Russian-German DJ and producer Zedd! Zedd has achieved global fame for his innovative electronic dance music. Known for his distinctive fusion of progressive house, electro house, and dubstep, Zedd's tracks have resonated with audiences worldwide.On this episode of The Story Behind the Song, Zedd shares the full story behind