With Nate’s birthday around the corner, it’s time to admit that our go-to birthday song is actually the worst to sing to someone. There are reasons both musicological and cultural why this wooden celebratory number needs to go, ranging from funereal rhythms to Wagnerian opera to the Wizard of Oz. Tune in to uncover the horror of “Happy Birthday” and consider ... Show More
Yesterday
Why bands give us purpose (ft. MUNA)
A culture that rewards easily consumable individual identities produces plenty of pop stars and almost no bands. A significant exception: MUNA, the trio of Katie Gavin, Josette Maskin, and Naomi McPherson. MUNA treats the band as a structure that grounds identity beyond the ego a ... Show More
52m 19s
Jul 2023
Happy Birthday to You: The story of the world's most popular song
Do you know the birthday song? We bet you do! People all over the world sing a version of “Happy Birthday to You.” It’s even been played in OUTER SPACE! Way less well-known, though, is the story behind the song, and the sisters who wrote it! Listen in to hear Elysse tell Joy the ... Show More
30m 40s
Apr 2022
Musique classique ce matin ! "La marche turque" de Mozart revisitée
Une des partitions les plus célèbres de Mozart, "La marche turque", 3e mouvement de la 11e sonate pour piano, tout se joue sur le rythme, et certains n'ont pas eu peur de mettre des paroles sur cette musique pour en faire une chanson ! Le résultat vaut souvent le détour, exemple ... Show More
3m 21s
<p>This 2013 episode covers Mildred and Patty Hill's song "Good Morning to All," published in 1893. After the tune was paired with the birthday lyrics, its popularity soared and sparked a tremendous copyright battle.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p><p>See <a href="https:// ... Show More
