Simple Songwriting

A show where Cameron and Aubrey break down songs and musical topics in a rational, analytical way.

38 Episodes

Song Breakdown 17: "miss sunshine" by Machine Gun Kelly
8/2/2025
1:19:52
In this episode, I break down "miss sunshine", the 3rd single from MGK's upcoming album, "lost americana". I hope you enjoy!
Song Breakdown 16: "LosT" by Bring Me The Horizon
8/2/2025
2:15:21
In this episode I discuss "LosT", the most popular song from BMTH's 2023 album "Post Human, Next Gen". Hope you enjoy!
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Song Breakdown 15: "vampire diaries" by Machine Gun Kelly
7/20/2025
1:47:21
In this episode, we break down MGK's new song "vampire diaries" off of his upcoming album, "lost americana". This is the second single following "cliche" - hope you enjoy!
Song Breakdown 14: "Ordinary" by Alex Warren
7/6/2025
1:18:54
We break down the latest Billboard topper, "Ordinary" by Alex Warren
Song Breakdown 13: "American Pie" by Don McLean
6/28/2025
2:45:41
In this episode I break down one of the greatest songs of all time, "American Pie". This song full of metaphorical depth, a brilliant example of musical storytelling, and has one of the catchiest choruses ever written. Hope you enjoy!
Song Breakdown 12: "Manchild" by Sabrina Carpenter
6/16/2025
1:13:05
In this episode I break down "Manchild", the lead single off of Sabrina Carpenter's upcoming album "Man's Best Friend".
Song Breakdown 11: "Cliché" by Machine Gun Kelly
6/14/2025
1:03:10
In this episode, I break down Machine Gun Kelly's new song "Cliché", the lead single from his new album "Lost Americana". Spoiler alert; the song's not great, but there's definitely some interesting lessons we can pull from it. Hope you enjoy.
Song Breakdown 10: "Caramel" by Sleep Token
6/9/2025
2:20:34
In this episode, we break down what is arguably the best song on "Even in Arcadia" - "Caramel". Hope you enjoy this episode!
Song Breakdown 9: "The Wicked End" by Avenged Sevenfold
6/2/2025
2:46:56
For the 20th anniversary of "City of Evil", I break down a deep cut from Avenged Sevenfold's 3rd album. One of my favorite songs ever, "The Wicked End" is a brilliant example of immersive storytelling, and showcases the power of music that seems to have been forgotten by many artists today.
Song Breakdown 8: "Damocles" by Sleep Token
5/27/2025
1:24:49
Another one from "Even in Arcadia"! Hope you enjoy.

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Simple Songwriting

Simple Songwriting

38 Episodes

Song Breakdown 17: "miss sunshine" by Machine Gun Kelly

Song Breakdown 16: "LosT" by Bring Me The Horizon

Song Breakdown 15: "vampire diaries" by Machine Gun Kelly

Song Breakdown 14: "Ordinary" by Alex Warren

Song Breakdown 13: "American Pie" by Don McLean

Song Breakdown 12: "Manchild" by Sabrina Carpenter

Song Breakdown 11: "Cliché" by Machine Gun Kelly

Song Breakdown 10: "Caramel" by Sleep Token

Song Breakdown 9: "The Wicked End" by Avenged Sevenfold

Song Breakdown 8: "Damocles" by Sleep Token