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 on themes of self-love, healing, and the effect of success and fame on mental health. We find out more about Ashe’s new album “Wilson” - and of course, which song on that album is the saddest!Check out our friends at The Songwriting School of Los Angeles!Support the showTo help support these artists’ as well as their favorite sad songs, please check out our Official Spotify Playlist! Find us elsewhere: https://linktr.ee/sadsongqueensIf you like what you hear, you can buy us a coffee!
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S1 Reflection and AMA
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!Support the showTo help support these artists’ as well as their favorite sad songs, please check out our Official Spotify Playlist! Find us elsewhere: https://linktr.ee/sadsongqueensIf you like what you hear, you can buy us a coffee!
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SYML Interviews the Queens
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!Support the showTo help support these artists’ as well as their favorite sad songs, please check out our Official Spotify Playlist! Find us elsewhere: https://linktr.ee/sadsongqueensIf you like what you hear, you can buy us a coffee!
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Per Gessle of Roxette "It Must Have Been Love"
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.Support the showTo help support these artists’ as well as their favorite sad songs, please check out our Official Spotify Playlist! Find us elsewhere: https://linktr.ee/sadsongqueensIf you like what you hear, you can buy us a coffee!
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Abraham Alexander "Xavier"
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.Support the showTo help support these artists’ as well as their favorite sad songs, please check out our Official Spotify Playlist! Find us elsewhere: https://linktr.ee/sadsongqueensIf you like what you hear, you can buy us a coffee!
The Sad Song Queens podcast brings together two award-winning Music Supervisors, Lindsay Wolfington and Laura Webb, as they sit down with the artists and songwriters behind some of the most evocative and emotional songs. Drawing on years of experience curating the perfect soundtracks for film and television, Lindsay and Laura explore the stories, experiences, and emotions that shape these deeply moving songs.
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