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Podcasts
Did they Steal It? Rihanna vs. Soft Cell [Podcast]
Today we wrap up this miniseries by questioning the limitations of musical sampling. When you use it as the entire…
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Did they Steal It? Rockwell vs. Imagination [Podcast]
Today we discuss another possible case of stolen ideas between two songs, this time from the early 80s. Are their…
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Did They Steal It? Flo Rida vs. Pretty Lights [Podcast]
Today we go down a rabbit hole of speculation surrounding two songs that use the same distinct music sample. Did…
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Demo Tapes vs. Master Recordings [Podcast]
Today we compare a handful of songs with their original demo recordings. Demos are often recorded to pitch a song…
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The Depressing 4-Year Anniversary Special! [Podcast]
Today we celebrate 4 years of podcasting by discussing the many reasons why we still have no listeners. We also…
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Music
What is Paulstretch? [Podcast]
Today we briefly explain the idea behind “Paul’s Extreme Sound Stretch” (Paulstretch), an open-source software that can beautifully stretch music…
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Artificial Intelligence & Music [Podcast]
Today we discuss the growing role that AI plays in today’s tech-driven music experience. How can computers determine what we…
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The Schizophrenic Stylings of Wesley Willis [Podcast]
Today we examine the musical works of Wesley Willis, a singer with schizophrenia who garnered a cult following in the…
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Review of “Wildflower” by The Avalanches [Podcast]
Today we take a thorough look at the sophomore album by the Avalanches—a masterpiece of “plunderphonics” which has been nearly…
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Led Zeppelin & USB Headphones [Podcast]
Today we return from our summer hiatus with a couple of recent music news topics. Did Led Zeppelin steal “Stairway…
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Community
The Fascinating History of Hidden Tracks [Podcast]
Today we embark on a comprehensive overview of “hidden tracks” in musical albums. In the last 50 years, artists have…
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Music
Who Composed Bob Ross’ Theme Song? [Podcast]
Today we take a few minutes to highlight Larry Muhoberac, the musician behind the “Joy of Painting” theme song, who…
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