Sad Song Queens
Sad Song Queens
Sad Song Queens
The Sad Song Queens podcast brings together two award-winning Music Supervisors, Lindsay Wolfington and Laura Webb, as they sit down with the artists and songwriters behind some of the most evocative and emotional songs. Drawing on years of experience curating the perfect soundtracks for film and television, Lindsay and Laura explore the stories, experiences, and emotions that shape these deeply moving songs.
5d ago
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! 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. Check out our friends at The Songwriting School of Los Angeles!
Dec 10
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. 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. Check out our friends at The Songwriting School of Los Angeles!
Dec 3
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. 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. Check out our friends at The Songwriting School of Los Angeles!
Nov 26
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. 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. Check out our friends at The Songwriting School of Los Angeles!
Nov 19
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. 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. Check out our friends at The Songwriting School of Los Angeles!
Nov 12
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. 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. Check out our friends at The Songwriting School of Los Angeles!
Nov 5
In this week’s episode, the Queens sit down with members of The Head and the Heart to discuss their iconic song “Rivers and Roads”. The band members open up about the song's creation and its significance in their lives. From practicing in parking garages to playing sold out shows, the band dives into the challenges and joys of touring, the evolution of their music, and how group therapy helped them navigate the dynamics within their band. 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. Check out our friends at The Songwriting School of Los Angeles!
Oct 29
In this week’s episode, the Queens sit down with British pop sensation Mimi Webb to discuss her heartfelt song “You Don’t Look at Me the Same” from her album Confessions. Mimi opens up about the emotional experience of writing about her parents’ divorce and how it shaped her music. Together, Mimi and the Queens talk about her love for performing, signing a record deal at a young age, and her advice for aspiring artists navigating the industry. 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. Check out our friends at The Songwriting School of Los Angeles!
