The discussion revolves around an iconic musician's success and downfall, how high expectations and criticisms can impact one's career and personal life, especially when coupled with exhaustion and substance abuse.
A man selling music lessons door-to-door offered either guitar or accordion, and the customer's parents chose the accordion to help their son meet ladies. This method of selling is rare nowadays, but was common in the mid-60s.
The life of a musician in a pit orchestra can be monotonous and mundane, with thousands of hours spent not actually playing music.
In this excerpt, two people compare their music tastes, with one mentioning workout tracks, Spotify, and seminal artists while the other confuses Kanye West with Paul Anka.
The speaker criticizes a song for its simplistic, Schoolhouse Rock-like cadence and uses the example of a poorly executed George Floyd tribute song to highlight his point.
This is the song "Sacred Dog" by the band Sleep from their album "The Sciences", which features psychedelic, heavy metal and stoner rock music.
The speaker talks about their love for music and how a mic failure led to an amusing incident.
The founder of Metal Blade Records talks about the early days of his career and how he built his record label and distribution network with limited resources.
The podcast hosts discuss the band Bleachers and its reputation for being an "extremely white" band, due in part to the fact that the lead singer produces Taylor Swift's music.
The speaker discusses his background in gospel music and how he always knew he would transition to secular music.
A music enthusiast feels disconnected from the joy of playing music on the radio and wants to step away from being needed by others.
The director expresses his affection for films that use songs as part of the storytelling or as characters in the story. He believes that music creates more content and democratizes the ability to make films, providing more diversity in the industry.
The speaker discusses how some individuals are gifted in their musical careers while others find that they enjoy partying and can get paid for it. They emphasize the importance of remembering that at the end of the day, it's about playing music for people to enjoy.
The power of music to evoke memories and transport people back to a moment in time is discussed. The hosts share personal experiences of how certain songs take them back to specific events or periods in their life.
The speaker predicts which songs a singer will perform on a morning show, mentioning the potential for both an acoustic and pop performance, and promotes their own morning show on Youtube, thanking listeners for tuning in while encouraging them to subscribe and like the video.
The Chase Tyler Band will be performing in a concert that may have restrictions lifted by May or June. Tickets are selling fast.
The speaker discusses the difference between EDM and Forever Like That, expressing a personal preference towards the latter.
The speaker and their father enjoy playing Christmas piano music year-round and keep their sheet music in the book. The passing of the speaker's mother at a young age taught them how to process and deal with big emotions.
DJ Zane Lowe discusses his decision to leave the BBC and move to Apple Music due to the shift of listening habits towards streaming services and the rise of personalized content recommendations. An ad for Apple Music is included towards the end.
In this episode, the hosts celebrate their growing YouTube subscriber count, currently at 46,781, and joke about it being 4/20.
Fans of bands with multiple sounds tend to be more forgiving compared to those who only stick to a specific sound. This is because the former's music explores different genres that their fans also enjoy.
In this podcast, the hosts discuss their recommendations for the best Tiny Desk concerts to watch online and the tie-in between NPR Music's exclusive Tiny Desk concert with Louder Than a Riot featuring Trina.
The speaker talks about his love for the song "Carmel, City High, What Would You Do?" and how it resonates with his generation. He also mentions his house being a popular hangout spot.
The podcast talks about the idea of transforming an abandoned pool into free concerts for music's bigwigs and how it went on to become of the best musical series of that era. The episode also features personal essays for GQ and more.
Axl Rose sent a legalese statement that not only declined his induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame but also prohibited anyone from inducting him, citing the band's history of members who hated each other. Rose also took a shot at the Beatles and their year-round touring schedule.
The speaker claims they can play any brass instrument except for the trombone and French horn and describes playing ominous tones under a bridge with a group of guitarists.
The speaker describes a moment of happiness while listening to a group of people playing music, bringing up the idea that life is like a roller coaster with ups and downs.
The host talks about the comedy skit of Laurel and Hardy and how it relates to his listening of Guns N' Roses before introducing an update on Bruce Springsteen.
The popularity of a hit song alters people's perception of an artist, often tinting their view of future releases. A hit song is an excellent medium to express emotions of anger or sadness.
A man gets arrested after releasing his first video and getting indicted for a federal charge. Following his arrest, he gets signed to a deal and records a bunch of records with Drummer Boy, leading to his rise to music stardom.
The speaker reminisces about their favorite song from the second album, while simultaneously promoting Athletic Greens and their free one-year supply of vitamin D and travel packs offer.
A conversation between two people discussing the characteristics of rappers and comparing the likes of Eminem and Kanye West. The topic of their discussion also covers the aspects of fashion, music videos, live performances, and commercial sound with underground rap.
In this episode, the speaker recommends a song called Stacy's Mum as a starting point for those who want to have godchildren and talks about the dynamics of breakups.
The music we listen to at different times in our lives can create a powerful anchor for memories and experiences. From jotting down notes in rehab, to EDM dance phases, music can take us back to special times we've lived.
The use of music in movies and TV shows goes beyond just providing a soundtrack. In this conversation, the speakers discuss the legal implications of using music on screen and how it can enhance a scene or tell a story.
Vedran Smilovic, the lead cellist of the Sarajevo Opera, played Albinoni's Adagio in G minor on a mound of rubble in honor of 22 people killed the morning before as they lined up for bread.
The experience of going to a concert is like being in a church with 50,000 devoted fans who know every word to the band's songs. The excitement of the crowd and the communal love for music creates a sense of unity.
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The speaker discusses their lack of integration of music in their daily life, but acknowledges that the periods that music does play a role in their routine stand out more than usual.
The act of creating and playing music in a communal setting can produce a transformative, almost spiritual experience that fosters empathy and emotional growth. Music has the ability to express both joy and pain, creating a powerful contrast that allows for a deeper emotional experience.
The guest talks about how music can really impact people's emotions including the idea that listeners can feel like musicians are doing them a service with their performance. The podcast concludes with an ad for the listeners to subscribe for more episodes.
