I'm In Love With That Song Podcast

Free - "Mr. Big"

In the late 1960's, a group of London teenagers emerged from the blues-rock underground to form Free, a band that would prioritize emotional weight and groove over flashy

The Curious History of "It Ain't Easy"

Have you ever noticed a song that seems to follow you through your record collection, appearing in different forms across decades and genres? This episode explores the fa

The Temptations - "Just My Imagination (Running Away With Me)"

By 1970, the "Psychedelic Soul" movement was beginning to wane, leading producer Norman Whitfield and The Temptations to return to their ballad roots—but with a sophistic

Creedence Clearwater Revival - "Green River"

In 1969, Creedence Clearwater Revival accomplished the unthinkable: releasing three career-defining albums in a single year. At the heart of this creative explosion was "

Foghat - "Fool For The City"

In this episode, we’ll explore the story and sonic architecture behind Foghat’s 1975 arena rock anthem, "Fool for the City". Tracing the band's roots back to British blue

The Band - "Life Is A Carnival"

By 1971, The Band was one of the most influential forces in rock music, having steered the genre away from psychedelic excess toward a more rustic, roots-based sound. How

The Beastie Boys - "So What'cha Want" & "Gratitude"

The Beastie Boys’ trajectory is one of the most unique in music history, moving from underground punk, to the "frat-rap" superstardom of Licensed to Ill, to socially-cons

Favorite STAX Trax - Part 2: 1964-1966

On this episode, we continue our journey from last year through the history of Stax Records, the iconic label that defined Southern Soul music, as I play some of my favor

Cheap Trick - "Dream Police"

What happens when a record label shelves a band’s most ambitious studio work to capitalize on a surprise live hit? On this episode, we explore this unique moment in rock

The Art Of Mixing with guest Drew Townson

We talk a lot about mixing on this podcast, but we've never explained what that actually means-- until now. Join me and my guest, recording engineer & producer Drew Towns

Wilson Pickett - "Get Me Back On Time, Engine Number 9 (Parts 1 & 2)"

Wilson Pickett, a name synonymous with soul music, has a catalog filled with timeless classics. From "In the Midnight Hour" to "Mustang Sally," his influence on the genre

Paul McCartney & Wings - "Junior's Farm"

We celebrate the 201st installment of the podcast by revisiting one of our first subjects-- the legendary Paul McCartney and his band Wings, with the non-album single “Ju

75 Years of Bass (with special guest Joe Branton)

Welcome to the 200th episode of the "I'm In Love With That Song" Podcast. To mark the occasion, we're celebrating the 75th anniversary of the Fender Precision Bass: the b

Dr. John - "I Walk On Guilded Splinters"

As Mardi Gras approaches, what better way to celebrate than by diving into the rich musical heritage of one of New Orleans' favorite sons. In this week’s episode, we expl

Curtis Mayfield - "Hard Times"

In this episode, we pay homage to the legendary Curtis Mayfield, a pivotal figure often overlooked in discussions about the great artists of the '60s and '70s. Join us as

Blue Oyster Cult - "Transmaniacon MC"

Dive into the world of Blue Oyster Cult with our latest episode, where we explore their fan-favorite track, "Transmaniacon MC" from their debut album. Discover the band's

J. Geils Band - "(Ain't Nothin' But A) House Party"

Join us as we kick off 2026 with a celebration of one of America's most electrifying party bands, The J. Geils Band! This episode dives deep into the infectious "(Ain't N

BONUS HOLIDAY EPISODE: Doug Powell - "God Bless Us All"

Our special Bonus Holiday Episode for 2025 features a song that should be a Christmas staple-- a brilliant power-pop gem from Doug Powell called "God Bless Us All". Origi

Tom Petty - The Life & Music with special guest Gillian Gaar

In this episode, we welcome back author Gillian Gaar to discuss her new book, Tom Petty: The Life and Music. We'll take a look at the fascinating career of one of rock's

The Police - "Message In A Bottle"

Released in 1979, "Message in a Bottle" was the opening track on The Police's second album, Regatta de Blanc. The song features the signature sounds of the band: Sting's