American Soundtrack

"Under The Bridge" by Red Hot Chili Peppers captures the feeling of isolation and longing as frontman Anthony Kiedis reflects on his struggles with loneliness and connection in Los Angeles. With its haunting melody and emotional lyrics, the song paints a vivid picture of searching for solace in the city’s urban landscape. A timeless track, it has become a defining anthem for both the ban...

This is a song that was never meant to be a hit single. Originally recorded as just an album cut, The Carpenters realized that America loved this song and it should be released as a single.

Released in 1992, "End Of The Road" became a defining ballad of the 90's, capturing the heartache and complexity of love and heartbreak. From its soulful harmonies to its unforgettable chorus, this episode reflects on why "End Of The Road" was so popular in its time and why it's still such a beloved classic.

Join us as we explore this classic from the 70's that was a big hit during its time and has continued to be part of American Culture.

After their record company puts pressure on them to have a successful album, this band writes, records, and releases their biggest hit, and it continues to be enjoyed by new audiences today. Join us as we explore this great song.

Welcome to season 2! On the first episode of this new season we travel back to 1993 where a new band introduced their breakout song and created fans out of us all!

Thank you for being a part of making this Podcast a success! It's been a fun year as we have taken this dream and made it a reality. Join us as we talk a little about the start of American Soundtrack and look to the future as well! Happy New Year!

Why was Merry Little Christmas originally written as such a sad song? Join us as we explore this beloved Christmas tune!

How did a song with such humble beginnings become one of the most beloved Christmas carols around the world? How did this song usher in a truce between opposing armies during WW1? Find out the answers to these questions and more on this episode of The Christmas Files (Silent Night).

Welcome to the first episode of a three part series we are calling The Christmas Files! Grab a cup of hot cocoa, find a seat next to the tree, and listen as we learn about some of the biggest hits of the Christmas season.

Join us as we explore the song that Billy Joel could possibly be most famous for. Learn why he wrote it and who it is about and why he would go back and change things about the song.

One of the best songs from what is arguably the biggest band in the world. Join us as we explore Let It Be by The Beatles!

Join us as we explore one of the most well known artist of all time. Born To Run was a major success for Bruce Springsteen and will always be known as his signature hit! I think we all see our younger selves in this song.

Join us as we explore this massive hit that is still a part of our lives today. You will hear this song on movies, TV shows, baseball games, and the list goes on and on and on...well you get the idea.

Join us as we take a journey into one of the enduring songs of America and learn about the band and personalities that made this song what it is.

Join us as we explore the massive hit that had world wide acclaim and thrust this heavy metal band to super-stardom.

On this episode of American Soundtrack, we explore one of the top selling songs from one of the top selling artists of all time. Join us as we learn about the history of this big hit that helped to propel Garth Brooks to international stardom.

Thriller by Michael Jackson is one of the most iconic songs in American history. Helping to propel the album Thriller to over 70 million copies sold, its mark on American pop culture cannot be overstated. From a ground breaking video to a timeless dance, and even the style of the red leather jacket, this song and this album helped to make 80's pop culture what it was. Join us as we go behind the s...