WALK THE MOON "Shut Up and Dance"

On this episode of Riffs on Riffs we throw caution (and
rhythm) to the wind as we dive into WALK THE MOON’s unstoppable
earworm, “Shut Up and Dance.” From wedding reception
dance floors to nostalgic 80s synthpop vibes, learn how a
spur-of-the-moment lyric became a global indie-pop anthem. Join us
as we reminisce about awkward dancefloor moments, wax poetic about
college memories, and draw hilarious parallels between the song
and Chasing Amy, Clerks, and yes—even The Breakfast
Club. You'll learn how a night out in Echo Park turned into a
platinum hit, why Kenyon College has a surprising music legacy, and
what Sting's “Walking on the Moon” has to do with WALK THE MOON.
Plus: indie pop’s mysterious disappearance, Spotify playlist rants,
surprise shout-outs to Remy Wolf, U2, David Byrne, and even Will
Smith’s not-so-welcome comeback. Listen in for a joyful, nostalgic,
and surprisingly philosophical ride through one of the happiest
songs of the 2010s. So… just shut up and press play. Learn more
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