The Backstory

Tom Bridwell & Chris Holt

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Old friends, working musicians, and noted know-it-alls, Tom Bridwell & Chris Holt expound on the backstory of a classic song and explain what makes it great.

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Recent episodes

  • The Backstory #25 - Posthumous Success & Cult Fame pt. 1 - Big StarFeb 21, 2025 · 46 min
  • The Backstory #26 - Posthumous Success & Cult Fame pt. 2 - Nick DrakeFeb 21, 2025 · 32 min
  • The Backstory #24 - Paul Is DeadJun 19, 2024 · 45 min
  • The Backstory #23 - We Are The WorldMar 5, 2024 · 58 min
  • The Backstory #21 - Radio, RadioJan 19, 2024 · 27 min
  • The Backstory #22 - The Skynyrd Plane CrashJan 19, 2024 · 27 min
  • The Backstory #20 - Lost GuitarsSep 29, 2023 · 33 min
  • The Backstory #19 - Nothing Compares 2USep 25, 2023 · 39 min
  • The Backstory #18 - Chords, Lyrics, and CourtMay 2, 2023 · 1 hr 14 min
  • The Backstory #17 - Bittersweet SymphonyMay 2, 2023 · 28 min

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