The host and guest discuss the impact of music on relationships and suggest exploring the top 100 albums of all time as a way to dive deep into music appreciation with some of the most soulful songs being able to stand alone without instruments.
The speaker discusses how traumatic experiences can inspire music composition and how every song reflects the little moments he experiences.
The host discusses how, through years of meditation, he is able to fine-tune his music tracks to his own mind and the texture of his consciousness in the moment. He then mentions a technique of gradually sinking people down into the sand with his tracks.
The former guitarist for a band which was signed to Geffen Records discusses how the band embraced non-traditional sounds to push the boundaries of what could be achieved with guitar-based drums and vocals. This approach to music was not only beneficial to the band's creative process but also challenged the industry as a whole.
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.
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 discusses attending a rock concert and questioning if the performer is around their age.
A musician recounts how she went from being unknown to playing in front of thousands and singing with Taylor Swift, with help from a producer to craft a more marketable sound.
Darling Love talks about her experiences of performing in New York and how it helped her career grow.
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.
Singer-songwriter Jewel Kilcher discusses the importance of subcultures and music in shaping our identities and understanding emotions. Through music, she emphasizes the ability to empathize with diverse perspectives and experiences.
The process of composing a song can be inspired by anything, from the legendary musician Slash to a line of graffiti on a wall. However, sometimes inspiration leads to product placement within a podcast episode.
The speaker discusses a song that he previously didn't pay much attention to and highlights a specific part of the song featuring a female vocalist. He also mentions a friend named Shay and references anchovies.
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 hosts discuss their favorite one-hit wonders, including Chumbawamba, Aqua, and more, and how these artists achieved massive success with just one hit song.
The morality of a white man writing a blues song about a black man is debated on this episode. While some argue that it's important to appreciate and carry on the tradition, others argue that it's culturally insensitive and inappropriate.
In this podcast, musicians are interviewed about one of their songs and its different layers of music are explored, revealing the thought and beauty behind the creative process of song-making.
The 90s had a lot of both good and bad music, but overall there were plenty of good bands and listenable singles. However, a significant portion of the music on the radio was deemed awful at the time.
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 pit musicians of Phantom of the Opera discuss how they find meaning in the repetitive nature of their performances and some of the unique challenges they face.
The speaker discusses the difference between EDM and Forever Like That, expressing a personal preference towards the latter.
This transcript discusses a negative experience the speaker had at a music camp where he felt like he didn't learn anything and remembers nothing about the music. He recounts feeling awkward around other hormonal kids and experiencing lower self-confidence, culminating in being rejected by a girl he was paired with at a dance.
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.
The speaker shares a story of how a musician helped her find the right rhythm for a song she was struggling with by improvising a beat and dropping to his knee while she clutched her hands in a serious church choir stance.
The host recalls the time their Music Dump segment was used to fight back against negative comments made by ESPN after the Super Bowl in Miami.
A musician discusses the transition of his band's sound from rock to Americana and how he was initially hesitant to participate in a podcast.
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 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 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.
This podcast episode discusses the idea of pursuing music as a full-time career, whether through writing scores for movies or selling music as a lyricist or songwriter, and emphasizes the importance of work ethic and dedication to succeed in the industry.
The song "Kashiba" by Ibeyi is a tribute to their ancestors. It speaks about tracing their roots, finding freedom, and feeling the spirit of their ancestors within them.
A discussion on whether or not musicians should write songs surrounding the recent tragedies, such as George Floyd's death.
The hosts reflect on their inspirations for pursuing careers in music, from childhood experiences to seeing legendary performers live and projecting joy, and how music can make us feel alive and connected to others.
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.
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.
Lisa, who works as a cashier, is aware that Greatest Love of All is a huge hit. She is not willing to meet a parent unless it's for a significant event.
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.
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 hosts discuss famously misheard lyrics, including "later we'll have some fucking pie" instead of "later we'll have some pumpkin pie."
The transcript contains no meaningful content, just repeated "yeah" sounds.
