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One Song
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.
Episodes
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The Smashing Pumpkins - Cherub Rock
Hipsters Unite? This week on One Song, Diallo Riddle and Luxxury are tackling a confrontational track from one of the most successful alt rock bands of the…
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Daryl Hall & John Oates' "I Can't Go For That (No Can Do)"
As the hosts of One Song, Diallo Riddle and Luxxury know a thing or two about being a duo. This week, One Song’s most dependable pairing uses their knowledge…
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Introducing: Switched On Pop
This week on One Song, we’re sharing another music podcast that LUXXURY and Diallo both love. It’s called Switched On Pop, and it’s about the making and…
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TLC's "Creep" with Rachel Lindsay
Is creeping ever okay? If you ask Rachel Lindsay (co-host of the "Higher Learning" podcast)…it is when TLC does it. This time on One Song, Diallo is joined by…
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Missy Elliott's "Work It" with Punkie Johnson
On this special re-run, 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…
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The Response Episode: Listener Mailbag + Songs of the Summer
What good is a format if you can’t break it every now and then? On this special episode of One Song, Diallo & LUXXURY break out the listener mailbag, answer…
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Miley Cyrus' "Flowers"
This week on One Song, Diallo and LUXXURY frolic through "Flowers" -- Miley Cyrus' smash hit from 2023. Along the way, they discuss the track's importance as…
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Britney Spears' "Toxic"
On this special rerun, 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…
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Blondie's "Call Me"
The importance of Blondie’s “Call Me” can’t be quantified in sales alone. Sure, it was a global hit. But it’s also a part of cinematic history: It’s played…
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A Brief History of Diss Tracks
This week on One Song, WE BEEF! Join LUXXURY and Diallo Riddle as they unpack the history and evolution of diss tracks, break down the Drake v Kendrick Lamar…
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Introducing: Broken Record
This week on One Song we’re sharing another music podcast that LUXXURY and Diallo Riddle both love: It’s called Broken Record. The tagline for the show is…
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Public Enemy's "Cold Lampin' with Flavor" live with Questlove
On this very special episode of One Song, Diallo Riddle & LUXXURY are joined by hiphop legend Questlove, and a live studio audience packed with the One Song…
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Dolly Parton's "Jolene" with Andy Richter
In 1973, Dolly Parton released her seminal track “Jolene”. In the years that have followed, the song has been reinterpreted and reimagined by many artists…
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Tears for Fears' "Head Over Heels"
This time on One Song Diallo Riddle and LUXXURY not only tackle a song that, arguably, possesses the ultimate accolade: It is Diallo’s favorite song to sing at…
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De La Soul's "Buddy"
Back in the late 80s gangsta rap was booming. But three kids from Long Island emerged to spread a message of peace, love, and unity. Those three kids --…
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Radiohead's "Creep"
You love this song. But the band who wrote it? They hate it. And in many ways, that’s entirely appropriate. Because on this episode of One Song Diallo Riddle…
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Rihanna's "Umbrella"
Usually on One Song we focus on the music's cultural impact. But this time we're talking about the meteorological impact! When Rihanna's Umbrella topped the…
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Bob Marley's "Jamming'"
Bob Marley’s music is everywhere. And, in a sense, so is Bob Marley: He was the subject of a recent biopic, there are murals painted of him around the world…
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Daft Punk, Part Two: "Get Lucky"
It’s time: The peak of the pyramid! On this episode of One Song, Diallo and LUXXURY explore what is, arguably, Daft Punk’s creative and commercial zenith: Get…
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Daft Punk, Part One: The Road To Get Lucky
Hey One Song listener, did you ever wonder how much Diallo and LUXXURY like Daft Punk? Well, the answer is a lot. So much, in fact, that one episode could not…
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Empire of the Sun's "Walking on a Dream"
Today on One Song the ultimate pop music dichotomy: It’s a record that is simultaneously huge. But also very niche. The chances are you know the breezy synth…
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Doja Cat's "Paint the Town Red" with Laci Mosley
This time on One Song, Diallo Riddle and LUXXURY discuss an instant classic: Doja Cat’s 2023 hit, Paint the Town Red. The fellas are joined on the podcast by…
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Deee-Lite's "Groove Is In The Heart"
This time on One Song it’s a jam that Luxxury describes as “musical potpourri”. Join him, and co-host Diallo Riddle, as they unpack Deee-Lite’s Groove Is In…
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Marvin Gaye's "Let's Get It On"
This is THE sexiest One Song episode yet! To celebrate Valentine’s Day LUXXURY and Diallo are dissecting Marvin Gaye’s classic ode to lust: Let’s Get It On…
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The Response Episode: Listener Mailbag & New Music Reactions
On this special episode of One Song, Diallo & LUXXURY answer listener DMs and react to new music from Megan Thee Stallion, Justin Timberlake, and Justice (with…
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New Order's "Blue Monday"
On this special rerun, 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…
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The Notorious B.I.G's "Mo Money Mo Problems"
On this special rerun, Diallo and Luxxury dive deep into the Notorious B.I.G classic, Mo Money Mo Problems. Join the guys as they break down the song's use of…
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Queen & David Bowie's "Under Pressure"
This week on One Song, hosts Diallo Riddle and LUXXURY are “Under Pressure”. That’s right, the guys are bringing you Queen’s rock monster: A song that was…
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Madonna's "Into the Groove" with guest Guillermo Díaz
This week on One Song we’re getting “Into the Groove”. Hosts Diallo Riddle and LUXXURY are joined by Madonna superfan — and star of hit show, Scandal —…
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2023 Recap & 2024 Trends
Join hosts Diallo Riddle and LUXXURY as they recap their favorite (and least favorite!) things of 2023, and look ahead to new music they’re excited for in…
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Sly and the Family Stone's "Thank You" with guest Novena Carmel
This episode of One Song Diallo Riddle and LUXXURY are joined by DJ and KCRW radio host and Sly Stone's daughter Novena Carmel in a special “Thank You”…
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Sister Nancy's "Bam Bam"
Today on One Song we’re going to be telling you a story. It’s a story about rhythms and remixes, interpolations and sampling. It’s a story about a song that…
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Outkast's "Ms. Jackson"
This time on One Song Diallo Riddle and LUXXURY are doing a deep dive into possibly the greatest ever apology song ever recorded: It’s OutKast’s multi-platinum…
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Yeah Yeah Yeahs' "Maps"
This time on One Song Diallo Riddle and LUXXURY are breaking out their skinny jeans, thrifted leather jackets, and statement hairstyles as they breakdown…
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Mariah Carey’s “Fantasy” with guest Durand Bernarr
This time on One Song, Diallo Riddle and LUXXURY are joined by singer, Durand Bernarr. The trio explore Mariah Carey’s Fantasy (Bad Boy Remix ft. ODB), and…
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Massive Attack's "Teardrop"
Love is a verb, love is a doing word: And this week on One Song Diallo Riddle and LUXXURY are not short on things to say about Massive Attack’s trip-hop…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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!…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…