Episode

Bonus: Discord and Cryme - Murder Ballads

Podcast: Discord and Rhyme: An Album Podcast
Published: Jul 8, 2025
Duration seconds: 3518
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Summary

Amanda has been fascinated with murder ballads for many years, so in this episode she's telling you (and Ben and Mike) all about them! This isn't an exhaustive overview of the genre, just the backstories behind a few great songs. From a couple of murdered girls in 18th-century England to a stolen hat in 20th-century America, these tragic stories have been transformed into compelling songs that we're still singing today.