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Aug. 23, 2024

Sabrina Carpenter - "Espresso"

This steamy episode dissects Sabrina Carpenter's sultry anthem "Espresso" and her blossoming starpower under Taylor Swift's mentorship. Tracing her journey from Disney darling to pop's newest intoxicating siren, it explores h...

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Aug. 16, 2024

Wiggles - "We're All Fruit Salad!"

Wiggling into preschool ubiquity, this episode unwraps The Wiggles' highly-anticipated 26th album "We're All Fruit Salad!" Tracing their origins as starry-eyed students pioneering interactive music for kids, it explores how t...

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Aug. 9, 2024

Coldplay - "Yellow"

Tracing Chris Martin's path from poetry-writing childhood to meeting future bandmates at university, this episode explores the cosmic melancholy and atmospheric textures coalescing into Coldplay's inimitable sound. It dives i...

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Aug. 2, 2024

Sam Smith - "Stay With Me"

Tracing Sam Smith's journey from a soulful London childhood to breakthrough ballad "Stay With Me," this episode explores how heartbreak inspired the raw vulnerability of their vocals and lyrics like "I'm not good at a one-nig...

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July 26, 2024

21 Pilots - "Stressed Out"

Dive into an in-depth exploration of Twenty One Pilots' "Stressed Out," a song that became an anthem for a generation facing the pressures of adulthood and longing for simpler times. In this episode of "The Hitmaker Chronicle...

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July 19, 2024

Bob Newhart - "A Revolutionary Mind in a Button-Down Era"

Departing from music, this episode honors comedy legend Bob Newhart, who passed away at 94. We explore his landmark 1960 album "The Button-Down Mind" that pioneered intelligent observational humor. Chronicling Newhart's unlik...

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July 19, 2024

John Legend - "All Of Me"

In this heartfelt episode of The Hitmaker Chronicles, we explore the journey of John Legend from his humble beginnings in Springfield, Ohio, to his rise as a global superstar and the creation of his timeless hit, "All of Me."...

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July 12, 2024

Justin Bieber - "Love Yourself"

In this poignant episode of The Hitmaker Chronicles, we trace Justin Bieber's remarkable journey from small-town Canadian boy to global superstar, focusing on his introspective hit, "Love Yourself." We explore the challenges ...

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July 5, 2024

One Republic - "Counting Stars"

In this inspiring episode of The Hitmaker Chronicles, we trace the remarkable journey of OneRepublic from their early days in Colorado to the creation of their global smash hit, "Counting Stars." We explore the band's unique ...

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June 28, 2024

Queen - "Bohemian Rhapsody"

In this captivating episode of The Hitmaker Chronicles, we embark on a journey through the creation and enduring legacy of Queen's magnum opus, "Bohemian Rhapsody." From the band's early days of experimentation to the song's ...

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June 21, 2024

Hozier - "Take Me To Church"

Join us on "The Hitmaker Chronicles" as we delve into Hozier's iconic song "Take Me to Church." This episode unpacks the song's profound lyrical themes, blending personal narrative with social commentary on religion, identity...

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June 14, 2024

Shawn Mendes and Camilla Cabelo - "Senorita"

In this captivating episode of The Hitmaker Chronicles, we explore the sizzling collaboration between Shawn Mendes and Camila Cabello on their chart-topping hit, "Señorita." From their early beginnings as rising stars to the ...

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June 7, 2024

The Neighbourhood - "Sweater Weather"

In this episode of The Hitmaker Chronicles, we unravel the story behind The Neighbourhood's dreamy, melancholic hit, "Sweater Weather." We explore the band's unique blend of alternative rock, hip-hop, and electronic elements,...

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May 31, 2024

Chainsmokers Featuring Halsey - "Closer"

This episode unravels the story behind the 2016 cultural phenomenon "Closer" by The Chainsmokers and Halsey. It traces the artists' journeys, their instant creative chemistry, and how they blended EDM and pop to craft an infe...

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May 24, 2024

Glass Animals - "Heat Waves"

In this mesmerizing episode of The Hitmaker Chronicles, we immerse ourselves in the dreamy world of Glass Animals' breakthrough hit, "Heat Waves." From the band's early days in Oxford to their rise as global superstars, we tr...

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May 17, 2024

Imagine Dragons - "Believer"

In this inspiring episode of The Hitmaker Chronicles, we dive into the story behind Imagine Dragons' triumphant anthem, "Believer." From the band's humble beginnings to their meteoric rise, we explore the challenges and trium...

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May 10, 2024

Lewis Capaldi - "Someone You Loved"

In this poignant episode of The Hitmaker Chronicles, we delve into the story behind Lewis Capaldi's heartfelt ballad, "Someone You Loved." From his humble beginnings in Scotland to his meteoric rise to fame, we trace Capaldi'...

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May 3, 2024

Ed Sheeran - "Shape Of Things"

In this captivating episode of The Hitmaker Chronicles, we delve into the story behind Ed Sheeran's global smash hit, "Shape of You." From his humble beginnings in Halifax to his rise as a pop superstar, we trace Sheeran's re...

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April 26, 2024

Luke Combs - "Hurricane"

In this riveting episode of The Hitmaker Chronicles, we explore the story behind Luke Combs' breakout hit, "Hurricane." From his humble beginnings in North Carolina to his struggles in Nashville, we trace Combs' journey to co...

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April 19, 2024

Jelly Roll - "Son Of A Sinner"

In this captivating episode of "The Hitmaker Chronicles," we delve into the story behind Jelly Roll's powerful anthem, "Son of a Sinner." From his humble beginnings in Nashville to his struggles with addiction and incarcerati...

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April 12, 2024

Noah Kahan - "Stick Season"

In this episode of "The Hitmaker Chronicles," we dive deep into Noah Kahan's "Stick Season," a poignant and introspective indie-folk masterpiece. We explore the song's themes of hometown nostalgia, the passage of time, and th...

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April 5, 2024

Olivia Rodrigo - "drivers license"

Dive into the emotional epicenter of pop music with "Hitmaker Chronicles." In this episode, we journey through Olivia Rodrigo's "drivers license," a song that became an anthem for a generation. Discover how this track, born f...

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March 29, 2024

U2 - "Beautiful Day"

Join us on "The Hitmaker Chronicles" as we delve into U2's iconic "Beautiful Day," a song that embodies hope and optimism. This episode explores the journey from the band's early days to creating this timeless masterpiece, hi...

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March 22, 2024

Chris Stapleton - "Tennessee Whiskey"

In this episode of "The Hitmaker Chronicles," we delve into the soulful world of Chris Stapleton's "Tennessee Whiskey," a song that redefined a classic and showcased Stapleton's raw, emotive artistry. From its origins, penned...

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