One Song

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ONE SONG is an award-winning music podcast where friends Diallo Riddle (Emmy-nominated star and creator of HBO Max’s South Side and IFC’s Sherman’s Showcase) and Blake "LUXXURY" Robin (Songwriter, Producer, KCRW DJ & TikTok “Interpolation” whisperer) hilariously break down ONE SONG from the pop music canon that you know - or need to know - but have never heard quite like this. The show was named top 25 of the year by The Atlantic, and has featured guests from Devo to Lil’ Jon.

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Nov 2, 2023 · 48 min
Janet Jackson's 'Control' album (w. special guest Jimmy Jam) - Pt. 2
Diallo and LUXXURY continue their conversation with legendary producer Jimmy Jam in part two of this special double episode of One Song. They break down the making of Janet Jackson’s classic album “Control” with deep dives into the writing and production of Miss Jackson’s classic songs: “Nasty” “Control” and “When I Think of You." This is the second episode of a two-part special with Jimmy Jam.
Oct 26, 2023 · 1 hr 2 min
Janet Jackson's 'Control' album (w. special guest Jimmy Jam) - Pt. 1
Legendary producer Jimmy Jam joins Diallo Riddle and LUXXURY to break down the making of Janet Jackson’s classic album, “Control”. Jimmy takes us inside the studio and breaks down the process of getting to know Ms. Jackson (if you’re nasty) and creating a sound and attitude that worked for her. This is the first of a two-part special with Jimmy Jam.
Oct 19, 2023 · 54 min
Metallica's "Master of Puppets"
Are you ready to go metal, listener? Because this time on One Song, Diallo and LUXXURY are here with a real riff monster: Master of Puppets by Metallica. It’s a song that is bursting with musicianship and angst and intricate instrumentals. Come for the stems of Lars Ulrich bashing away at his drums, and stay for LUXXURY’s metal origin story and his thoughts on the infamous ‘Some Kind of Monster’ documentary.
Oct 12, 2023 · 53 min
Britney Spears “Toxic"
This week on One Song, Diallo Riddle and LUXXURY get Toxic! Join for LUXXURY’s thesis on why the song is a pop masterpiece that weds high art and obscure sonic references with Britney Spears’ bubblegum vocals. There’s also all of the usual deep dives, rabbit holes, and interpolations — Including a James Bond connection. Artist: Britney Spears Album: In the Zone Released: 2003 Genres: Electropop, Dance Pop Featured songs: Like I Love You by Justin Timberlake, Rumble by Link Wray & The Wraymen,
Oct 5, 2023 · 46 min
Beyoncé “Break My Soul” with guest Bresha Webb
Listeners: Press play and release your stress, and the rest, because on this episode of One Song we’re celebrating all things house, and all things Beyoncé! The fellas are joined by card-carrying Beyhive member, actress Bresha Webb, as they break down Break My Soul. Come for the stems and the Show Me Love interpolation discourse, stay for the wiggles. Artist: Beyoncé Album: Renaissance Released: 2022 Featured songs: Explode by Big Freedia, Show Me Love by Robin S, Plastic Dreams by Jaydee, Pus
Sep 28, 2023 · 1 hr
Prince “Let’s Go Crazy” with guest Bashir Salahuddin
Dearly beloved, we are gathered here today for another episode of One Song. This time, Diallo and LUXXURY are joined by Diallo’s longtime writing partner and friend, Bashir Salahuddin. The trio go on a musical journey through Prince’s 1984 classic, Let’s Go Crazy. Follow along while LUXXURY plays Prince’s wild guitar solos, his iconic vocals, and buckle up for a highly controversial conversation when the fellas choose which song they’d drop off Purple Rain. Artist: Prince and The Revolution Al
Sep 21, 2023 · 51 min
Nirvana “Smells Like Teen Spirit”
This time on one song: Mosquitos and libidos. That’s right, Diallo and LUXXURY are off on a sonic adventure with Nirvana’s 1991 grunge rock juggernaut, Smells Like Teen Spirit. Hear why Diallo thinks it’s one of the most important songs in pop culture, and strap in for some rarely heard Kurt Cobain vocal stems. There’s also a lot of talk about blap-um-blap-um drum patterns. Artist: Nirvana Album: Nevermind Released: 1991 Genres: Grunge, Alternative rock, Hard rock Featured songs: More Than a F
Sep 14, 2023 · 59 min
Missy Elliot “Work It” with guest Punkie Johnson
Diallo and LUXXURY are joined this week by comedian and friend of the pod, Punkie Johnson. Together, they go on a quest to flip it and reverse it and unpack the many layers of samples and interpolations that went into Missy Elliott’s 2002 banger, Work It. Come for the badonkadonk, stay for the obscure Paul Simon sample. Album: Under Construction Released: 2002 Genres: Southern hip hop; R&B; progressive rap; neo soul Featured songs: The Request Line by Rock Master Scott and The Dynamic Three, P
Sep 7, 2023 · 58 min
Stevie Wonder “Superstition”
This time on One Song, Diallo and LUXXURY are taking a long hard look at Stevie Wonder’s “Superstition” and asking the questions that really matter: Is washing your face and hands a superstition or just good hygiene? What’s a clavinet? And, crucially, what does LUXXURY mean by “Stevie slop”? Album: Talking Book Released: 1972 Artist: Stevie Wonder Genre: Classic Soul Awards: Grammy Award for Best R&B Song, MORE Featured songs: Cybernaut by Tonto's Expanding Head Band, Machine Gun by Commodores
Aug 31, 2023 · 59 min
The Beatles “Come Together”
This week on one song we’re talking all things joo joo eyeball, walrus gumboot, and monkey finger — That’s right, Diallo and LUXXURY are peering into The Beatles word salad masterpiece, Come Together. Come for John Lennon’s breathtaking isolated vocal stems, stay for LUXXRY’s hot takes on Ringo Starr’s drumming skills. Album: Abbey Road Artist: The Beatles Released: 1969 Genres: Blues rock, Swamp rock, Rock, Folk Featured songs: You Can't Catch Me by Chuck Berry, You Can't Catch Me by John Lenn
Aug 24, 2023 · 1 hr 2 min
The Music That Made Us
This time on One Song we’re flipping the script and doing something different: LUXXURY and Diallo will be sharing the songs that changed the way that they listen to music. So come along for the ride and hear about the song that convinced Diallo that he was no longer young, and one that still brings LUXXURY to tears. Black Ego by Digable Planets West End Girls by Pet Shop Boys Pedestal by Portishead Protect Ya Neck by Wu-Tang Then She Did... by Jane's Addiction Every Nose by N.E.R.D
Aug 17, 2023 · 43 min
Mark Ronson ft Bruno Mars “Uptown Funk”
This time on One Song we’ve got a real interpolation-palooza for you! Join Diallo and Blake as they wade through all the different layers of inspiration and interpolation that went into Mark Ronson and Bruno Mars’ modern classic: Uptown Funk. Album: Uptown Special Featured artist: Bruno Mars Artist: Mark Ronson Genre: Pop
Aug 10, 2023 · 39 min
The Smiths “How Soon is Now” with guest Kaskade
Live from Las Vegas, Diallo and Blake are joined for this special episode of One Song by superstar DJ, Kaskade. Kaskade chose the song he wanted to explore and he went with a surprising choice for an EDM pioneer: The Smiths 1984 banger, How Soon Is Now. Listen along to find out why the song means so much to Kaskade, and hear team One Song's analysis. Artist: The Smiths Album: Hatful of Hollow Genres: Alternative rock, Alternative/Indie, Psychedelic music, Rock, Folk
Aug 3, 2023 · 53 min
The Notorious B.I.G. “Mo Money Mo Problems”
This time Diallo and Luxxury mark the 50th anniversary of hip hop by diving deep into the Notorious B.I.G classic, Mo Money Mo Problems. Join the guys as they break down the song's use of a disco beat, Stevie J's unique contributions, and prepare to feel chills when you hear Biggie's isolated vocals.
Jul 27, 2023 · 55 min
New Order “Blue Monday”
This time on One Song, Diallo and Luxxury dig into the biggest selling 12 inch single of all-time: Blue Monday, by New Order. The guys break down how the song was created, its surprising disco influences, and one of the most nonchalant vocal performances ever recorded.
Jul 20, 2023 · 55 min
Amy Winehouse “Rehab”
On the first episode of One Song, Diallo and Luxxury break down a neo soul classic: Rehab, by Amy Winehouse. Listen along as the guys delve into the song’s recording process, Winehouse’s iconic vocal delivery, and its lasting impact on popular music.
Jul 6, 2023 · 2 min
One Song Preview
Beginning July 19th , One Song with Diallo Riddle & Blake "LUXXURY" Robin will premiere exclusively for SiriusXM subscribers on Laugh Out Loud Radio (channel 96) on Wednesdays at 6pm EST, and then available wherever you get your podcasts every Thursday morning starting July 20th.

One Song

Janet Jackson's 'Control' album (w. special guest Jimmy Jam) - Pt. 2

Janet Jackson's 'Control' album (w. special guest Jimmy Jam) - Pt. 1

Metallica's "Master of Puppets"

Britney Spears “Toxic"

Beyoncé “Break My Soul” with guest Bresha Webb

Prince “Let’s Go Crazy” with guest Bashir Salahuddin

Nirvana “Smells Like Teen Spirit”

Missy Elliot “Work It” with guest Punkie Johnson

Stevie Wonder “Superstition”

The Beatles “Come Together”

The Music That Made Us

Mark Ronson ft Bruno Mars “Uptown Funk”

The Smiths “How Soon is Now” with guest Kaskade

The Notorious B.I.G. “Mo Money Mo Problems”

New Order “Blue Monday”

Amy Winehouse “Rehab”

One Song Preview