American Soundtrack

About American Soundtrack

Join us as we explore the songs that have been a part of American life throughout the decades. With a fun and casual conversation, we talk about how these songs came to be, what made the artist choose to record this song, and much more. If you enjoy various music genres from various decades then you will enjoy learning about the songs that are a part of the American soundtrack.

Publisher

American Soundtrack Publishing

Category

music

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

8 Oct 2024

Latest episode

1 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

79 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   1 Sept 2026

   My Girl

   My girl was a big hit when the Temptations released it back in 1964. Since then, it has become an undisputed part of American culture. Written in part by the great Smoky Robinson, this song always brings out good feelings when it is played. Join us as we explore this great hit from Motown.

2. 

   25 Aug 2026

   Just The Two Of Us

   On today's episode we explore the song made famous by Grover Washington Jr. and Bill Withers. This song about two people finding love and joy in the ordinary moments has been recognizable part of the American Soundtrack since 1980.

3. 

   28 Jul 2026

   Killing Me Softly With His Song

   In this episode of American Soundtrack, we explore Killing Me Softly with His Song by Roberta Flack, the soulful classic that captivated listeners with its intimate storytelling and emotional depth. Flack's unforgettable performance transformed a simple narrative into a universal experience of feeling seen, understood, and profoundly moved by music. This episode examines how Killing Me Softly with His Song became one of the most beloved recordings of the 1970s and secured its place in the American soundtrack.

Reach and audience

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

3 ratings

Spotify

4.8 / 5

4 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 45 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

77

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

32

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