Best Sam Sparro Podcasts (2024)

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COS Ep 19 - Happy Holidays 2:04:55

7y ago2:04:55

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We're back to finish out the year with a little laughter and some holiday cheer. We explore the best and worst of one of the biggest and most lucrative music genre's - CHRISTMAS MUSIC. Religious Trauma? You betcha! it's all here and ready to be unpacked like an over wrapped present!By Sam Sparro & Thomas Francisco

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COS EP 18 Don't Call It A Comeback Pt 2 2:21:23

7y ago2:21:23

2:21:23

In our second episode dedicated to the musical Phoenix - we explore 6 more albums that put artist back on the map in our hearts. From 14-year-gaps to Grammy awards, Art flops to heavy hitters, hospital beds to Carnegie hall , falling-off to radio domination ... We discuss the legendary comebacks of Robyn, D'angelo, Judy Garland, Dr Dre, Grace Jones…

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Context of Sound Ep 17 - Don't Call It A Comeback Pt 1. 2:03:03

7y ago2:03:03

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Whatever you do... Don't call it a comeback. Ok fine... call it what is. Because there's nothing more satisfying r than an artist bouncing back from a breakdown, a breakup, a flop, a drop or anything else that has diminished the public's expectations of them. In part one we look at 4 albums that exceeded all expectations. Hear about how the Dixie C…

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Context Of Sound - Ep 16 - TV Land 1:35:42

7y ago1:35:42

1:35:42

This week we dig into a topic near and dear to their hearts: TV theme songs! Since the golden age of television, a show's theme song is often as (if not more) beloved than the actual show itself. From the themes of classic comedies, ethereal dramas to those of some of our most beloved procedurals, we've got you covered.…

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Context Of Sound EP 15 - 1st Annual Pride Special 1:33:46

7y ago1:33:46

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It's "Pride Month" and we take the opportunity to honor and explore some of our favorite musical figures from the LGBTQI+ community. From the Harlem Renaissance through today (and far before and beyond) Queer people have been here - making waves, creating sounds and influencing the world.By Sam Sparro & Thomas Francisco

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Context Of Sound Ep 14 - Songs of Summer 1:41:15

7+ y ago1:41:15

1:41:15

Summer's here and the time is right for dancing in the street... to that song that you just cannot escape, whether you like it or not. What makes a "Song of the Summer"? We dissect the formula and the criteria and discuss some of our favorites, least favorites and guilty pleasures of summers past.By Sam Sparro & Thomas Francisco

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Episode 13 - Miles & Bill: The Masters 1:17:57

7+ y ago1:17:57

1:17:57

This week we tackle two undeniable masters - two of the most important figures in Jazz - who's work continues to influence and sell like hotcakes. We focus on the the album 'Kind of Blue' : Although released in 1959 it was 2015 biggest selling Vinyl. Miles and Bill were both troubled and complicated but made each other better. And they made music b…

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Context Of Sound Ep 12 - Days the Music Died Vol 1 1:23:22

7+ y ago1:23:22

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This week we discuss the lives and legacy of two artists who's careers were both cut short by terrible plane crashes. Their time here may have been short, but both Patsy Cline and Ritchie Valens broke new ground for Women and Chicano's in music and have continued to influence artists for generations. We delve into there music and what happened to t…

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Context Of Sound - Ep 11 - Purple Reign Vol. 1 1:11:47

7+ y ago1:11:47

1:11:47

It's been just over a year since our beloved Prince ascended. We unpack two of our favorite albums from his immense catalog of works. Reviews Shamoos. We get into the real meat and potatoes of "Around the World in a Day" and "Musicology" and why they matter.By Sam Sparro & Thomas Francisco

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Context of Sound Ep. 10 - Miming The Charts 1:31:50

7+ y ago1:31:50

1:31:50

This week we spill some sweet sweet tea about a couple of early 90s lip-synch scandals..."Miming the Charts" or alternatively "Good Braids". How did people not clock the fakery that was Milli Vanilli? Why didn't Martha Wash and Lolleatta Holloway get their propers on Black Box records? We try to get to the bottom of it all.…

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Context of Sound Ep 9 - Virginia is for Bangers p2 2 1:15:18

7+ y ago1:15:18

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Part two into the wonders of Virginia Beach and how its children took music the f&%K over and made everyone re-think their entire lives. This week Thomas focuses on Missy with of course help from Timbaland and Sam raps Missy's verse on Nicole Raye.By Sam Sparro & Thomas Francisco

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Context of Sound Ep 8: Virginia is for Bangers pt. 1 1:04:27

7+ y ago1:04:27

1:04:27

What was in the water in Virginia Beach in the 90s? Clearly something genius. Four of the biggest producers of 90s and 00s sprung from VA and took the the radio hostage: The Neptunes, Missy and Timbaland. In Pt 1 we look at the game changing sound of Chad Hugo and Pharell WilliamsBy Sam Sparro & Thomas Francisco

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Context of Sound Ep 7: The Queen Regents of Rock 1:51:41

7+ y ago1:51:41

1:51:41

Without the work of Sister Rosetta Tharpe and Little Richard, rock music as we know it wouldn't exist. This week we discuss their lives, their music and their legacies. They were loud. They were bold. They took no s#^t and gave zero f@s.By Sam Sparro & Thomas Francisco

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Context of Sound Ep 6: Frankie And Larry 1:48:28

7+ y ago1:48:28

1:48:28

It's Black History. It's Queer History. It's Music History. We look into the far too often overlooked Godfather of House (Frankie Knuckles) and the worlds first superstar DJ (Larry Levan) and the lasting impact they've had on dance music.By Sam Sparro & Thomas Francisco

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Context of Sound Ep 5- Fight The Power Pt 2 55:59

7+ y ago55:59

55:59

In the second part of our discussion on 'protest songs' we get into Nina Simone, Kendrick, Queen Latifah and... Meredith Brooks! Racism, mental Illness, misogyny and what does music have to do with it. Put your fists in the air and FIGHT THE POWER!By Sam Sparro & Thomas Francisco

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Context of Sound Ep 4: Fight The Power Pt 1 1:32:19

7+ y ago1:32:19

1:32:19

Our most important episode yet - We discuss "Protest Songs" and why they matter. How they impact a time and movement and how they teach us about our past and inform our future. This week we get serious. How could we not.By Sam Sparro & Thomas Francisco

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Context of Sound Ep 3: All The Cocaine! 1:52:48

7+ y ago1:52:48

1:52:48

In our 3rd and best episode, "All The Cocaine!" - we discuss the rise and fall of two different Recording Empires: Casablanca Records and Murder, Inc. How could something so big go so wrong... All the cocaine?By Sam Sparro & Thomas Francisco

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Context of Sound Ep 2: I Want My MTV 1:12:53

7+ y ago1:12:53

1:12:53

In this second episode - Sam Sparro and Thomas Francisco discuss MTV and the impact some of its programming had on music and culture from the late 80s though the 90s. Special Guest Jill Sobule recounts her gig as MTV VJ.By Sam Sparro & Thomas Francisco

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Context Of Sound EP 1 :: From the Beats to the Sheets 1:32:40

7+ y ago1:32:40

1:32:40

Sam Sparro and Thomas Francisco explore the relationships between musical collaborators and the music behind them. They also chat a lot in between. Follow us on Twitter @contextofsound to talk with us, rate and subscribe on iTunes and the rest of those places you rate and subscribe on.By Sam Sparro & Thomas Francisco

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Modus Vivendi Music podcast #9 by Goldie Keaton - SUMMER MIX 52:35

14y ago52:35

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As we reach halftime of this summer, you're probably thinking it's slightly late in the game to bring you another balearia-infused mix. Well, just like your doomed summer romance that hasn't quite precipitated yet, we haven't rushed to peak too early. In fact, this might even be premature. Nevertheless.... Goldie Keaton kindly asks you to tune into…

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Modus Vivendi Music podcast #8 by Goldie Keaton 42:24

14+ y ago42:24

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BIG TROUBLE IN LITTLE ARMENIA Mercury is in retrograde, and other extra-worldly forces threaten to destroy our two-headed heroine, Goldie Keaton. What was once a benevolent disc jockey duo is now a virulent, rampaging Succubus. To combat the lethal plague of hate that has been emanating from Little Armenia in all directions, Goldie Keaton has put t…

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Modus Vivendi Music podcast #7 by Goldie Keaton 1:01:19

15+ y ago1:01:19

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This one's inspired by the unreleased Marilyn Monroe picture of the same name, as well as the Jack & Diane romcom 'Something's Gotta Give,' although neither Golden nor Diane Keaton (the DJ) have ever seen either. We hope the mix recasts familiar sounds and songs in a context you might not have considered, meanwhile delivering bits and pieces which …

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Modus Vivendi Music podcast #6 by Super Rookie 1:19:52

15+ y ago1:19:52

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playlist the rose - the loughing light of plenty up to skyrocket - arturo capone olympic airways - supermayer rmx absynth - worgull rmx blue love - dj harvey lovin in the jungle - pat les stache the low murderer - an-2 rmx rego-dancer - arturo capone a new chance - mungolian dj set rmx underwater - mock & toof give me love - cerrone cosmorama - pri…

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Modus Vivendi Music podcast #5 by Disco Damage 1:00:15

16y ago1:00:15

1:00:15

**Disco Damage** have boshed together a tasty compilation of new, fresh, old and bold Beats for your pleasure, this malicious little mix-tape features sixty minutes of Electronic Tracks from fellow friends and idols including Originals Re-mixes and dance-floor fixes by artist such as *Sam Sparro*, the hottest new band from L.A. *Love Grenades*, *Sc…

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Modus Vivendi Music podcast #4 - Wayfarer 1:17:07

16y ago1:17:07

1:17:07

This is Disco. Just better. Hey Voodoo Man where do i go from here? Another Day Acid and some of that Balearic Incarnation... oh yeah.. think I'm up for some pleasure up in Goblin City where the Holy Ghost! lives... We should be dancing, Hot Dog... right in the socket!! And then we shall control our one pure thought and feel the Stratus Energy from…

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Modus Vivendi Music podcast #3 - Wayfarer 1:39:05

16y ago1:39:05

1:39:05

Carefully compiled, the choice recipe for the distinguished listener... Don't turn it off, cause it's hypnotic!!! Come lift your hands for countless premature ejaculations and riots in belgium. Do you see the freeform lullabies, boogie munks and kosmetisk whispers over the sky? From Tokyo to Bankok, they evolve like diamonds in a golden cage! Oh...…

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Sam Sparro Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

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Context of Sound

Sam Sparro & Thomas Francisco

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Modus Vivendi Music podcast

Modus Vivendi Music

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COS Ep 19 - Happy Holidays 2:04:55

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COS EP 18 Don't Call It A Comeback Pt 2 2:21:23

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Context of Sound Ep 17 - Don't Call It A Comeback Pt 1. 2:03:03

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Context Of Sound - Ep 16 - TV Land 1:35:42

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Context Of Sound EP 15 - 1st Annual Pride Special 1:33:46

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Context Of Sound Ep 14 - Songs of Summer 1:41:15

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Episode 13 - Miles & Bill: The Masters 1:17:57

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Context Of Sound Ep 12 - Days the Music Died Vol 1 1:23:22

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Context Of Sound - Ep 11 - Purple Reign Vol. 1 1:11:47

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Context of Sound Ep. 10 - Miming The Charts 1:31:50

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Context of Sound Ep 9 - Virginia is for Bangers p2 2 1:15:18

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Context of Sound Ep 8: Virginia is for Bangers pt. 1 1:04:27

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Context of Sound Ep 7: The Queen Regents of Rock 1:51:41

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Context of Sound Ep 6: Frankie And Larry 1:48:28

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Context of Sound Ep 5- Fight The Power Pt 2 55:59

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Context of Sound Ep 4: Fight The Power Pt 1 1:32:19

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Context of Sound Ep 3: All The Cocaine! 1:52:48

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Context of Sound Ep 2: I Want My MTV 1:12:53

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Context Of Sound EP 1 :: From the Beats to the Sheets 1:32:40

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Modus Vivendi Music podcast #9 by Goldie Keaton - SUMMER MIX 52:35

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Modus Vivendi Music podcast #8 by Goldie Keaton 42:24

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Modus Vivendi Music podcast #7 by Goldie Keaton 1:01:19

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Modus Vivendi Music podcast #6 by Super Rookie 1:19:52

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Modus Vivendi Music podcast #5 by Disco Damage 1:00:15

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Modus Vivendi Music podcast #4 - Wayfarer 1:17:07

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Modus Vivendi Music podcast #3 - Wayfarer 1:39:05

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