Buckle up for our SPECIAL 100TH SONG! In this special episode, Mike and Paul make a special announcement before debuting their extra-special 100th song “X-One-C!” “X-One-C” Written and sung by Michael Cassady and Paul Rust Piano and organ by Michael Cassady Bass by Paul Rust Drums by Tony Thaxton Guitar by Emeen Zarookian Song produced by Emeen Zar…

This week Mike and Paul reminisce about their previous careers as writers for Hallmark’s romance cards before debuting their VERY ROMANTIC new song “Fragile Like Glass.” “Fragile Like Glass” Written and sung by Michael Cassady and Paul Rust Piano by Michael Cassady Drums by Tony Thaxton Guitar and bass by Emeen Zarookian Song produced by Emeen Zaro…

This week on SONG A WEEK, Mike and Paul discuss the thrilling exhilarating heart-pounding world of… LULLABIES! Then they debut their new song… a lullaby known as “Quiet.” “Quiet” Written and sung by Michael Cassady and Paul Rust Piano and trumpet by Michael Cassady Drums by Tony Thaxton Guitar and bass by Emeen Zarookian Song produced by Michael Ca…

This Thanksgiving week, Paul and Mike release a special BONUS EP from behind the paywall! Go behind the scenes of a Don’t Stop or We’ll Die, Song-A-Week songwriting session, and hear their song “Destiny Divine” go from conception to final recording! For more bonus episodes, ad-free listening, and mp3 downloads of all of our SONGS-A-WEEK visit patre…

This week Mike and Paul reminisce about their favorite board games before debuting their new song… a jingle for a new (presently unmade) board game known as YOU MUST ZAP! “You Must Zap” Written and sung by Michael Cassady and Paul Rust Piano and bass by Michael Cassady Drums by Tony Thaxton Guitar by Emeen Zarookian Song produced by Michael Cassady…

This week, Mike and Paul simply DISH about their new vinyl release, “Bellezas,’ (the very best 12 songs from the first 50 episodes of Song-A-Week) before debuting their brand NEW song, “Fancy Paw.” “Fancy Paw” Written and sung by Michael Cassady and Paul Rust Piano by Michael Cassady Guitar and bass by Emeen Zarookian Drums by Tony Thaxton Song pro…

Time for tooth talk! This week Mike and Paul discuss ALL THINGS TEETH (dreams, dentists, creatures and more!) before debuting their new rock-n-roll song "Two Hundred Tons of Teeth!" "Two Hundred Tons of Teeth" Written and sung by Michael Cassady and Paul Rust Piano by Michael Cassady Drums by Tony Thaxton Guitar and bass by Emeen Zarookian Song pro…

It’s Halloweentime! Celebrate with Mike and Paul as they countdown the three scariest and creepiest songs from Don’t Stop or We’ll Die on the “Song A Week” podcast! Don’t be a chicken and dare to discover which songs! Songs produced by Michael Cassady and Emeen Zarookian Show produced by Michael “Mookie” Blaiklock Support the show: patreon.com/dont…

On this week’s episode of SONG A WEEK, Mike and Paul discuss an exciting new spiritual group that they’ve joined (and no, it’s not a cult!) - before they debut their new song “Destiny Divine.” “Destiny Divine” written and sung by Michael Cassady & Paul Rust piano by Michael Cassady drums by Tony Thaxton guitar, bass and synth by Emeen Zarookian son…

Mike and Paul reminisce about weathermen and debut their new fully-produced Don’t Stop Or We’ll Die song - which just so happens to be named - “Weatherman Says” “Weatherman Says” Written and sung by Michael Cassady & Paul Rust Piano and trumpet by Michael Cassady Guitar and bass by Emeen Zarookian Song produced by Michael Cassady and Emeen Zarookia…

[UNLOCKED BONUS EP] originally released in February 2022: We've made 63 songs [now up to 92] in as many weeks for the podcast, all completely remote! Mike and Paul sift through some demos and drafts on the way to producing completed SONGS-A-WEEK on today's new bonus episode -- enjoy! support the show: patreon.com/dontstoporwelldie…

In this SWEET new episode, Mike and Paul rank their top 3 favorite candies and debut their brand new sugary bubblegum hit “Popsicle Confusion!” “Popsicle Confusion” Written and sung by Michael Cassady and Paul Rust Piano by Michael Cassady Drums by Tony Thaxton Guitar and bass by Emeen Zarookian Song produced by Emeen Zarookian Show produced by Mic…

This week, Mike and Paul do a "where are they now" of the cast of Little Rascals (1994) and debut their new song, The Rascal! "The Rascal" Written and sung by Michael Cassady and Paul Rust Piano by Michael Cassady Guitar and bass by Emeen Zarookian Drums by Tony Thaxton Song produced by Michael Cassady Show produced by Michael "Mookie" Blaiklock Su…

This week, during the high temperatures of summertime, Mike and Paul celebrate those wonderful four seasons and debut their new song (an ode to heat) entitled "Cool Down My Babies." "Cool Down My Babies" Written and sung by Michael Cassady and Paul Rust Piano by Michael Cassady Guitar and bass by Emeen Zarookian Song produced by Emeen Zarookian Sho…

This week Mike and Paul - self professed “Monroe Heads” - reflect on the life and career of their favorite silver screen idol - you guessed it - Marilyn Monroe! Also featuring the debut of the new fully produced Don’t Stop or We’ll Die song “Keep On Rocking That Beat.” “Keep On Rocking That Beat” Written and sung by Michael Cassady and Paul Rust Pi…

This week Mike and Paul are tasked by Macy's to design a float and balloon centered around Don't Stop Or We'll Die for this year's upcoming Thanksgiving Day Parade. They also debut their new song "PARADE." "PARADE" Written and sung by Michael Cassady and Paul Rust Piano by Michael Cassady Guitar and bass by Emeen Zarookian Drums by Tony Thaxton Son…

This week Mike and Paul share an exclusive live performance of their song “I Got A Perm For My Camping Trip” - with a healthy dose of Billy Joel’s “Movin’ Out (Anthony’s Song)!” “Camping Trip/Movin’ Out” Live Performance By Don’t Stop Or We’ll Die Michael Cassady (vocals, piano, trumpet) Paul Rust (vocals, bass) Tony Thaxton (drums) Emeen Zarookian…

Mike flies solo this week, but don’t worry, he brought a brand new DSOWD song along with him called, “Zone P!” “ZONE P“ Written and sung by Michael Cassady and Paul Rust Piano by Michael Cassady Guitar by Emeen Zarookian Song produced by Emeen Zarookian Show produced by Michael "Mookie" Blaiklock Support the show: patreon.com/dontstoporwelldie…

As you probably know, this week is National Deacon's Week, so Mike and Paul are obligated to share their fond childhood memories about religion. "THE DEACON'S LIST" Written and sung by Michael Cassady and Paul Rust Piano and trumpet by Michael Cassady Song produced by Michael Cassady Show produced by Michael "Mookie" Blaiklock Support the show: pat…

This week Mike and Paul debut their new song “Corey’s Cabbage” and reminisce on its very subject matter: the grand tradition of fishing! “Corey’s Cabbage” Written and sung by Michael Cassady & Paul Rust Piano by Michael Cassady Guitar, bass and drums by Emeen Zarookian Song produced by Emeen Zarookian Show produced by Michael Blaiklock Support the …

Mike and Paul present THREE MORE NEWLY-REMASTERED AND ENHANCED SONGS from the “Song A Week” podcast (now featuring extra brass, vocal sass and a touch of class!). All songs written and sung by Michael Cassady and Paul Rust Songs produced by Emeen Zarookian and Michael Cassady Show produced by Michael “Mookie” Blaiklock Support the show: patreon.com…

Mike and Paul rank their top three celebrities and it is NOT a terrible shame. But the title of their new fully-produced song of the week? Well THAT is "A Terrible Terrible Shame." "A Terrible, Terrible Shame" Written and sung by Michael Cassady and Paul Rust Piano by Michael Cassady Guitar and bass by Emeen Zarookian Song produced by Emeen Zarooki…

Mike and Paul take on the very difficult task of ranking their top three “Friends” from the popular comedy series “Friends.” They also debut their new fully-produced Don’t Stop Or We’ll Die song “Freaks Like Us.” “Freaks Like Us” Written and sung by Michael Cassady & Paul Rust Piano, bass and drums by Michael Cassady Guitar by Emeen Zarookian Song …

From behind the paywall of the Patreon! Let us help you indulge in your holiday week with this Bonus episode wherein Paul and Michael ruminate on and cover songs by one of their fave bands: Nirvana! For more bonus episodes, ad-free listening, and mp3 downloads of all of our SONGS-A-WEEK visit patreon.com/dontstoporwelldie to support the show!…

Mike and Paul program their own “triple feature” featuring three classic movies and also debut their new song “Mind Racer” (that might just feature samples from those very movies but who can say for sure?!). “Mind Racer” Written and sung by Michael Cassady and Paul Rust Synth by Michael Cassady Guitar by Emeen Zarookian Song produced by Mike Cassad…

This week, due to an underwriting obligation with National Geographic’s tiger department, Mike and Paul discuss tigers and debut their new song “Striped Killers.” “Striped Killers” Written & sung by Michael Cassady & Paul Rust Piano by Michael Cassady Guitar by Emeen Zarookian Song produced by Michael Cassady Show produced by Michael “Mookie” Blaik…

This week it's a very special episode as Michael and Paul of Don't Stop or We'll Die present NEWLY REMASTERED versions of THREE ALREADY CLASSIC "Song-A-Week" songs (featuring extra vocals, instruments AND MORE)! All songs written and sung by Michael Cassady and Paul Rust Piano and trumpet by Michael Cassady Trombone by Luke Pingel Saxophone by Adam…

This week Michael and Paul celebrate the birthday of a very special individual (you guessed it) Barbara Bush! And the debut of their new song “Boy-Hood-Rat-Pac-Man.” “Boy-Hood-Rat-Pac-Man” Written and sung by Michael Cassady and Paul Rust Piano by Michael Cassady Song produced by Michael Cassady Show produced by Michael Blaiklock Support the show: …

In this week’s episode, Michael and Paul discuss movies that have the word “heart” in the title before debuting their new song (that just so happens to have the word “heart” in the title) “A Tender Heart Is A Tender Heart.” “A Tender Heart Is A Tender Heart” Written and sung by Michael Cassady and Paul Rust Piano by Michael Cassady Drums by Tony Th…

Don’t talk to me until I’ve had my episode of “Song A Week!” This week Mike and Paul discuss all things COFFEE and debut their new pop ditty “Big Boy.” “Big Boy” Written and sung by Michael Cassady and Paul Rust Piano by Michael Cassady Drums by Tony Thaxton Guitar and bass by Emeen Zarookian Song produced by Emeen Zarookian Show produced by Michae…

Mike and Paul reminisce, reflect and rejoice about their favorite theme parks before debuting their new song ALSO ABOUT a theme park (“Winter’s Day In Paris”). “Winter’s Day In Paris” Written & sung by Michael Cassady & Paul Rust Piano and keyboard by Michael Cassady Drums by Tony Thaxton Guitar and bass by Emeen Zarookian Song produced by Michael …

It’s a delightfully unexpected event as Richard Nixon and his clone guest host this week’s SONG A WEEK featuring the debut of the new Don’t Stop Or We’ll Die song “Sands of Time.” “Sands of Time” Written & sung by Michael Cassady & Paul Rust Piano by Michael Cassady Drums by Tony Thaxton Guitar by Emeen Zarookian Song produced by Michael Cassady Sh…

This week Don’t Stop or We’ll Die brings to you another brand-new debut! Enjoy “No Books!” “No Books” Written and sung by Michael Cassady and Paul Rust Piano by Michael Cassady Guitar by Emeen Zarookian Drums by Tony Thaxton Song produced by Emeen Zarookian Show produced by Tony Thaxton Support the show: patreon.com/dontstoporwelldie…

This week Mike and Paul debut a new song “Our Protector” about corporate sponsorship after much consideration about (and potential jingles for) corporate sponsorship. “Our Protector” Written & sung by Michael Cassady & Paul Rust Piano and bass by Michael Cassady Guitars by Paul Rust and Emeen Zarookian Song produced by Michael Cassady Show produced…

Mike and Paul discuss the past, present and future of their hotshot detective agency as well as debut their new song “Detective Rolltop Desk.” “Detective Rolltop Desk” Written and sung by Michael Cassady and Paul Rust Piano, keyboard and drums by Michael Cassady Guitar by Emeen Zarookian Song produced by Michael Cassady Show produced by Tony Thaxto…

This week Mike and Paul face a DIRE EMERGENCY in this SPECIAL DIRE EMERGENCY episode of SONG A WEEK featuring the debut of their new song "Always On The Run!" "Always On The Run" Written and sung by Michael Cassady and Paul Rust Piano, bass and keyboard by Michael Cassady Drums by Tony Thaxton Song produced by Michael Cassady Show produced by Tony …

This week Mike and Paul of Don’t Stop Or We’ll Die talk about their most outstanding nieces and nephews, stopping along the way for quick jams like “Blood Cousins”, “Karla is Going to Law School”, “Christina Ricci is My Nicci”, “We’re Sorry Mister Bil Keane” and more! Then they unveil a brand new Don’t Stop song, “Fly Fly Fly Uncle Roy”! “Fly Fly F…

This week Mike and Paul answer a question from the listener hotline (it's about music for kids!) and debut their new song-of-the-week "My Cocoon" (which kids might also like?!). "My Cocoon" Written and sung by Michael Cassady and Paul Rust Piano and strings by Michael Cassady Drums by Tony Thaxton Song produced by Michael Cassady Show produced by T…

This week Mike and Paul take a request from their listener hotline and perform their happiest songs as their saddest songs - before debuting their new (happy) song "Let Lois Be!" "Let Lois Be" Written and sung by Michael Casssady and Paul Rust Piano by Michael Cassady Guitar and bass by Emeen Zarookian Drums by Tony Thaxton Song produced by Michael…

This week Mike and Paul discuss the history and legacy of jukeboxes (without relying on Wikipedia whatsoever) before debuting their new song “Turn It Up!” “Turn It Up” Written & sung by Michael Cassady & Paul Rust Piano by Michael Cassady Guitar and bass by Emeen Zarookian Drums by Tony Thaxton Song produced by Emeen Zarookian Show produced by Tony…

This week Mike and Paul discuss their favorite songs with long titles and then debut their own song with a long title “Listen To That Foolish Heart As Its Telling You To Love.” “Listen To That Foolish Heart As Its Telling You To Love” Written and sung by Michael Cassady & Paul Rust Piano and whistling by Michael Cassady Guitar by Emeen Zarookian Dr…

Join Mike and Paul of Don’t Stop Or We’ll Die as they reminisce and reflect on THE DECADES and debut their new song “Wilbur Drive” (possibly inspired by a certain HUSH HUSH movie). “Wilbur Drive” Written & sung by Michael Cassady & Paul Rust Piano and keyboard by Michael Cassady Guitar and bass by Tony Thaxton Song produced by Emeen Zarookian Show …

Mike and Paul discuss an evil curse that they recently experienced and debut their new song entitled - lo and behold! - “The Curse.” “The Curse” Written and sung by Michael Cassady & Paul Rust Piano and bass by Michael Cassady Guitar by Emeen Zarookian Drums by Tony Thaxton Song produced by Michael Cassady Show produced by Tony Thaxton Support the …

Penguins! You KNOW 'em. You LOVE 'em. But did you KNOW that Mike and Paul LOVE 'em? This week Mike and Paul discuss the world of penguins and debut their new song "Tuxedo!" "Tuxedo" Written and sung by Michael Cassady and Paul Rust Piano by Michael Cassady Guitar and bass by Emeen Zarookian Drums by Tony Thaxton Song produced by Emeen Zarookian Sho…

This week Mike and Paul of Don't Stop Or We'll Die reflect on the various ways that people used to meet up pre-pandemic AND debut their new song "Let's Meet!" "Let's Meet!" Written and sung by Michael Cassady and Paul Rust Piano, bass and drums by Michael Cassady Guitars by Emeen Zarookian Song produced by Michael Cassady Show produced by Tony Thax…

Mike and Paul discuss a recent visit to their grandma’s house and debut their new song “Can’t You See I’m Struggling?” “Can’t You See I’m Struggling?” Written and Sung by Michael Cassady and Paul Rust Piano by Michael Cassady Drums by Tony Thaxton Guitar and bass by Emeen Zarookian Song produced by Michael Cassady Show produced by Michael “Mookie” …

This week Mike and Paul discuss their favorite most beloved board games AND debut their new song “Bing, Bang, Boom! Charliehorse!” (AKA the longest Don’t Stop Or We’ll Die song IN HISTORY!). “Bing, Bang, Boom! Charliehorse!” Written and sung by Michael Cassady and Paul Rust Piano by Michael Cassady Guitar, bass, drums and additional singing by Emee…

This week Mike and Paul of Don’t Stop Or We’ll Die discuss a beloved person by the name of Roy G. Biv (AKA the colors of the rainbow!) and debut their new song “Green Guys!” “Green Guys” Written and sung by Michael Cassady and Paul Rust Piano, bass and drums by Michael Cassady Guitar by Emeen Zarookian Song produced by Michael Cassady Show produced…

Mike and Paul discuss one of their favorite movies of all-time (The Oliver Stone conspiracy FACT film “JFK”) and debut their new song (a tribute, in fact, to the movie “JFK”) entitled “Easter With The Garrisons.” “Easter With The Garrisons” Written and sung by Michael Cassady and Paul Rust Piano and organ by Michael Cassady Synth and drums by Adam …

From behind the paywall - On this bonus episode, we look back on demo recordings and for the first time ever we reveal alternate drafts for some of the songs we wrote for the show LOVE on Netflix!! Step into our comfy time machine, and let us whisk you back to the spring of 2015 when we were cooking up these original tunes - enjoy! Support the show…