Monday Music Club with Will Anderson

Weekly exploration of iconic songs and the cultural moments that shaped them AI summary

Vox Media Podcast Network Music · EN · 12 episodes · latest 2026-11-09

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Monday Music Club is a podcast about the defining moments that have shaped the way we hear the world. Each week, host Will Anderson explores the stories behind iconic songs, legendary artists, and the creative forces that have transformed music and culture. Whether you’re obsessed with music history, fascinated by the craft of songwriting, or simply looking to hear your favorite songs in a new way, Monday Music Club is where the conversation begins. Part of the Vox Media Podcast Network.

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The Making of Paul Simon’s Graceland

2026-11-09 · 36 min

Will Anderson takes us on a fascinating deep dive into the making of Paul Simon’s landmark 1986 album, Graceland. Featuring acclaimed music historian and author Ashley Kahn, this conversation explores the creative…
The Hallelujah Story: Leonard Cohen, John Cale, Jeff Buckley & the Song That Took Over the World

2026-11-02 · 35 min

Few songs have traveled a more unlikely path to becoming a modern classic than Leonard Cohen’s “Hallelujah.” Written over several years, initially rejected by his record label, and transformed by a series of remarkable…
How De La Soul Changed Hip-Hop

2026-10-26 · 28 min

How did De La Soul change the sound of hip-hop? Could three MCs from Long Island challenge the genre’s conventions and redefine what rap could be? And could their debut album, 3 Feet High and Rising, become one of…
The Making of Born to Run

2026-10-19 · 45 min

Could Bruce Springsteen save rock ’n’ roll? Was he the next Bob Dylan? And was Born to Run the ultimate rock album? Maybe. Maybe not. But for Bruce Springsteen, it was a make-or-break moment and possibly his last shot…
Les Paul vs. Fender: The Men Who Changed the Electric Guitar

2026-10-12 · 37 min

In their own very different ways, Les Paul and Leo Fender revolutionized the sound, design, and possibilities of the electric guitar and their paths would lead to influence and riches beyond what either could have…
The Day Music Went Digital

2026-10-05 · 34 min

Before Spotify, Apple Music, and endless playlists, there was the MP3, and one mysterious music leaker who helped expose just how radically digital technology was about to change the music business. Will Anderson takes…
The Genius Behind the Beach Boys

2026-09-28 · 36 min

Will Anderson explores the troubled genius behind the Beach Boys with David Leaf, author of Smile: The Rise, Fall, and Resurrection of Brian Wilson. Together, they delve into the extraordinary life and complicated…
Why You Should Love Modern Pop Music with Nate and Charlie of "Switched on Pop"

2026-09-21 · 48 min

Will Anderson is joined by "Switched on Pop" hosts Nate Sloan and Charlie Harding for a wide-ranging conversation about the songs, ideas, and curiosity that keep pop music moving forward. They dig into the origins of…
Inside Hitsville, USA: The Story of Early Motown

2026-09-14 · 40 min

Before Motown became a musical empire, it was a scrappy little record label in Detroit with big dreams, limited resources, and something to prove. In this episode, Will Anderson explores how that happened with help from…
Silver Springs, Stevie Nicks, and the Story of Fleetwood Mac

2026-09-07 · 35 min

Stevie Nicks was already a star but she needed help bringing her music to life. “Silver Springs” became her opus: a deeply personal song born from her tumultuous relationship with Lindsey Buckingham and a heartfelt gift…

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Oldest episode in feed: 08/2026
Typical length: 32 min
Format: Episodic Newest first, episodes stand alone

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