EPISODE · Sep 1, 2024 · 21 MIN
Big Star - "September Gurls"
from I'm In Love With That Song Podcast · host Brad Page
One song can’t really define a whole genre, but “September Gurls” by Big Star comes pretty damn close – it IS the sound of Power Pop. Jangly guitars, plaintive vocal, angelic harmonies, all neatly wrapped up in under 3 minutes. It became a template to inspire bands as diverse as R.E.M., Cheap Trick, The Bangles, KISS, and The Replacements. Discover why Big Star is often called “the most influential band you’ve never heard of”. “September Gurls” (Alex Chilton) Copyright 1974 Koala Music Corporation/Almo Music Corporation, USA — Our show is one of many great music-related podcasts that are part of the Pantheon Podcast network. And don't forget to follow our show, so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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One song can’t really define a whole genre, but “September Gurls” by Big Star comes pretty damn close – it IS the sound of Power Pop. Jangly guitars, plaintive vocal, angelic harmonies, all neatly wrapped up in under 3 minutes. It became a template to inspire bands as diverse as R.E.M., Cheap Trick, The Bangles, KISS, and The Replacements. Discover why Big Star is often called “the most influential band you’ve never heard of”. “September Gurls” (Alex Chilton) Copyright 1974 Koala Music Corporation/Almo Music Corporation, USA — Our show is one of many great music-related podcasts that are part of the Pantheon Podcast network. And don't forget to follow our show, so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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