Sad Song Queens

In this week’s episode, the Queens sit down with NoSo to discuss their melancholic song “Nara”. NoSo opens up about the journey of finding themselves as a Korean-American transgender artist, moving from Chicago to LA as a teen, and their process of writing music for their latest album “When Are You Leaving?".

Exciting news!  The Sad Song Queens podcast is a finalist in two categories for the Signal Awards!  The Signal Awards recognize the podcasts that define culture, and we've been recognized for both the Best Music Podcast

LoveCat Music - Essential Sad Songs Playlist

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4DyWdiKiwI6L01fOJG5Zgc?si=gs0i5XrcSL6oU9Yz4zvR-w

Support the show

To help support these artists’ as well as their favorite sad songs, please check out our Official Spotify Playlist! 

Find us elsewhere: 

https://linktr.ee/sadsongqueens

If you like what you hear, you can buy us a coffee!

Our theme song is "All My Favorite Songs" by Weezer, courtesy of Crush Music, Atlantic Recording Company, and WEA International Inc, a Warner Music Company.

Our Sad Song Queen image was created by Keahu Kahuanui. 

Check out our friends at The Songwriting School of Los Angeles!

This week, the Queens are back with part II of their chat with Christina Perri, where she discusses two of her most iconic songs, "Jar of Hearts" and "A Thousand Years," and how they came to be. Christina shares how she first got into music and songwriting, and how these moments have shaped her career. Listen now to the latest episode of the Sad Song Queens podcast!

Exciting news!  The Sad Song Queens podcast is a finalist in two categories for the Signal Awards!  The Signal Awards recognize the podcasts that define culture, and we've been recognized for both the Best Music Podcast

LoveCat Music - Essential Sad Songs Playlist

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4DyWdiKiwI6L01fOJG5Zgc?si=gs0i5XrcSL6oU9Yz4zvR-w

Support the show

To help support these artists’ as well as their favorite sad songs, please check out our Official Spotify Playlist! 

Find us elsewhere: 

https://linktr.ee/sadsongqueens

If you like what you hear, you can buy us a coffee!

Our theme song is "All My Favorite Songs" by Weezer, courtesy of Crush Music, Atlantic Recording Company, and WEA International Inc, a Warner Music Company.

Our Sad Song Queen image was created by Keahu Kahuanui. 

Check out our friends at The Songwriting School of Los Angeles!

In this week’s episode, the Queens sit down with Christina Perri to discuss her beloved song “Evergone”, written for her stillborn daughter, Rosie. Christina opens up about her emotional journey through grief and loss, healing through her music, and her evolution as both an artist and an advocate. Newest episode of the Sad Song Queens out TODAY!

Exciting news!  The Sad Song Queens podcast is a finalist in two categories for the Signal Awards!  The Signal Awards recognize the podcasts that define culture, and we've been recognized for both the Best Music Podcast

LoveCat Music - Essential Sad Songs Playlist

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4DyWdiKiwI6L01fOJG5Zgc?si=gs0i5XrcSL6oU9Yz4zvR-w

Support the show

To help support these artists’ as well as their favorite sad songs, please check out our Official Spotify Playlist! 

Find us elsewhere: 

https://linktr.ee/sadsongqueens

If you like what you hear, you can buy us a coffee!

Our theme song is "All My Favorite Songs" by Weezer, courtesy of Crush Music, Atlantic Recording Company, and WEA International Inc, a Warner Music Company.

Our Sad Song Queen image was created by Keahu Kahuanui. 

Check out our friends at The Songwriting School of Los Angeles!

In this heartfelt episode of Sad Song Queens, the Queens sit down with Joe King, guitarist and vocalist of The Fray, to talk about the band’s iconic song, “How to Save a Life.” Joe reflects on The Fray’s journey from their early days to their recent reunion, the deep emotional connection their music has forged with fans, and the personal stories that have shaped their sound over the years.

Exciting news!  The Sad Song Queens podcast is a finalist in two categories for the Signal Awards!  The Signal Awards recognize the podcasts that define culture, and we've been recognized for both the Best Music Podcast

LoveCat Music - Essential Sad Songs Playlist

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4DyWdiKiwI6L01fOJG5Zgc?si=gs0i5XrcSL6oU9Yz4zvR-w

Support the show

To help support these artists’ as well as their favorite sad songs, please check out our Official Spotify Playlist! 

Find us elsewhere: 

https://linktr.ee/sadsongqueens

If you like what you hear, you can buy us a coffee!

Our theme song is "All My Favorite Songs" by Weezer, courtesy of Crush Music, Atlantic Recording Company, and WEA International Inc, a Warner Music Company.

Our Sad Song Queen image was created by Keahu Kahuanui. 

Check out our friends at The Songwriting School of Los Angeles!

It’s the holiday season, and the Queens are back with a special Christmas episode featuring Rob Harvilla, host of the acclaimed podcast "60 Songs That Explain the ’90s". Together, Rob and the Queens dive into their favorite sad Christmas songs, discuss the experience of loss during the holidays, and reflect on how the feeling of Christmas music changes from childhood to adulthood. If you are a melancholy Christmas music lover, you won't want to miss this episode!

Exciting news!  The Sad Song Queens podcast is a finalist in two categories for the Signal Awards!  The Signal Awards recognize the podcasts that define culture, and we've been recognized for both the Best Music Podcast

LoveCat Music - Essential Sad Songs Playlist

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4DyWdiKiwI6L01fOJG5Zgc?si=gs0i5XrcSL6oU9Yz4zvR-w

Support the show

To help support these artists’ as well as their favorite sad songs, please check out our Official Spotify Playlist! 

Find us elsewhere: 

https://linktr.ee/sadsongqueens

If you like what you hear, you can buy us a coffee!

Our theme song is "All My Favorite Songs" by Weezer, courtesy of Crush Music, Atlantic Recording Company, and WEA International Inc, a Warner Music Company.

Our Sad Song Queen image was created by Keahu Kahuanui. 

Check out our friends at The Songwriting School of Los Angeles!

In this special “Kids Edition” of the Sad Song Queens podcast, the Queens explore the world of sad songs through the perspectives of their young family members. The kids open up about what makes a song feel sad to them, share personal stories of loss and heartbreak, and offer a glimpse into the tracks resonating with the younger generation. 

Exciting news!  The Sad Song Queens podcast is a finalist in two categories for the Signal Awards!  The Signal Awards recognize the podcasts that define culture, and we've been recognized for both the Best Music Podcast

LoveCat Music - Essential Sad Songs Playlist

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4DyWdiKiwI6L01fOJG5Zgc?si=gs0i5XrcSL6oU9Yz4zvR-w

Support the show

To help support these artists’ as well as their favorite sad songs, please check out our Official Spotify Playlist! 

Find us elsewhere: 

https://linktr.ee/sadsongqueens

If you like what you hear, you can buy us a coffee!

Our theme song is "All My Favorite Songs" by Weezer, courtesy of Crush Music, Atlantic Recording Company, and WEA International Inc, a Warner Music Company.

Our Sad Song Queen image was created by Keahu Kahuanui. 

Check out our friends at The Songwriting School of Los Angeles!

This week, The Queens sit down with rising folk-pop singer-songwriter Andrea Bejar to talk about her song “Marigolds” and its bittersweet reflections on growing up. Andrea shares how she first found her voice as a songwriter, the special role her sister plays both in her life and creative process, and her deep connection to Mexico.

Exciting news!  The Sad Song Queens podcast is a finalist in two categories for the Signal Awards!  The Signal Awards recognize the podcasts that define culture, and we've been recognized for both the Best Music Podcast

LoveCat Music - Essential Sad Songs Playlist

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4DyWdiKiwI6L01fOJG5Zgc?si=gs0i5XrcSL6oU9Yz4zvR-w

Support the show

To help support these artists’ as well as their favorite sad songs, please check out our Official Spotify Playlist! 

Find us elsewhere: 

https://linktr.ee/sadsongqueens

If you like what you hear, you can buy us a coffee!

Our theme song is "All My Favorite Songs" by Weezer, courtesy of Crush Music, Atlantic Recording Company, and WEA International Inc, a Warner Music Company.

Our Sad Song Queen image was created by Keahu Kahuanui. 

Check out our friends at The Songwriting School of Los Angeles!

 In honor of Stranger Things' final season, we’re replaying our episode with Moby who joins the Queens for a conversation about the song “When It’s Cold I’d Like To Die” by Moby and Mimi Goese, which was featured on The Sopranos and Stranger Things. They chat about how he got started in the New York dance scene, getting signed, and his love of sync placements.

Exciting news!  The Sad Song Queens podcast is a finalist in two categories for the Signal Awards!  The Signal Awards recognize the podcasts that define culture, and we've been recognized for both the Best Music Podcast

LoveCat Music - Essential Sad Songs Playlist

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4DyWdiKiwI6L01fOJG5Zgc?si=gs0i5XrcSL6oU9Yz4zvR-w

Support the show

To help support these artists’ as well as their favorite sad songs, please check out our Official Spotify Playlist! 

Find us elsewhere: 

https://linktr.ee/sadsongqueens

If you like what you hear, you can buy us a coffee!

Our theme song is "All My Favorite Songs" by Weezer, courtesy of Crush Music, Atlantic Recording Company, and WEA International Inc, a Warner Music Company.

Our Sad Song Queen image was created by Keahu Kahuanui. 

Check out our friends at The Songwriting School of Los Angeles!

We are back with another replay episode! In this week’s episode, the Queens chat with Ben Bridwell of Band of Horses about the legendary song “The Funeral”. They discuss how sync music changed his life, his four daughters, and his friendship with Sam from Iron & Wine.

Exciting news!  The Sad Song Queens podcast is a finalist in two categories for the Signal Awards!  The Signal Awards recognize the podcasts that define culture, and we've been recognized for both the Best Music Podcast

LoveCat Music - Essential Sad Songs Playlist

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4DyWdiKiwI6L01fOJG5Zgc?si=gs0i5XrcSL6oU9Yz4zvR-w

Support the show

To help support these artists’ as well as their favorite sad songs, please check out our Official Spotify Playlist! 

Find us elsewhere: 

https://linktr.ee/sadsongqueens

If you like what you hear, you can buy us a coffee!

Our theme song is "All My Favorite Songs" by Weezer, courtesy of Crush Music, Atlantic Recording Company, and WEA International Inc, a Warner Music Company.

Our Sad Song Queen image was created by Keahu Kahuanui. 

Check out our friends at The Songwriting School of Los Angeles!

This week, The Queens are back with part II of their chat with The Head and the Heart, diving into the band’s favorite sad songs. From tracks that hit close to home to those offering comfort and an outlet of emotion, each of the band members share the songs that have stuck with them throughout their lives. 

Exciting news!  The Sad Song Queens podcast is a finalist in two categories for the Signal Awards!  The Signal Awards recognize the podcasts that define culture, and we've been recognized for both the Best Music Podcast

LoveCat Music - Essential Sad Songs Playlist

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4DyWdiKiwI6L01fOJG5Zgc?si=gs0i5XrcSL6oU9Yz4zvR-w

Support the show

To help support these artists’ as well as their favorite sad songs, please check out our Official Spotify Playlist! 

Find us elsewhere: 

https://linktr.ee/sadsongqueens

If you like what you hear, you can buy us a coffee!

Our theme song is "All My Favorite Songs" by Weezer, courtesy of Crush Music, Atlantic Recording Company, and WEA International Inc, a Warner Music Company.

Our Sad Song Queen image was created by Keahu Kahuanui. 

Check out our friends at The Songwriting School of Los Angeles!