Nathan Latka shares that although he listens to a variety of genres, he doesn't have a particular passion for music. Instead, he is inspired by the communication, business, and branding tactics employed by successful musicians like Russ and Mike Posner.
The host wonders if it's possible to recreate Marvin Gaye's songs with no instruments since they emanate so much soul. They also discuss an approach to appreciating music by going through the all-time top 100 albums.
The speaker reflects on the archaic and traditional routine of music lessons, and how a motivation to prove themselves led them to explore classical music despite their terrible sense of pitch.
Derrick Sivers, founder of CD Baby, teaches important lessons about challenging the status quo and testing assumptions when building a business. He also emphasizes treating life as a series of experiments and doing little tests to try the life one thinks they want.
In this episode, the hosts talk with David Crosby about his music and the most influential parts in how his taste adjusts today.
The lyrics of "Violet Hour" by The Civil Wars describe a passionate encounter between two people seeking comfort and escape from their troubled lives, set against the backdrop of the early morning hour. The song alludes to mythological figures of Galileo and Persephone while reminding listeners of the powerful role that music has in bringing people together in a communal experience.