Levi and I continue with our discussion on structure and arrangement, this time delving into tension & energy. In particular, we talk about the different types of tension and energy, how to keep listeners on the edge of their seat, and how to craft great build-ups.

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Cool stuff mentioned on the show:

- Levi Whalen - Me & You (https://soundcloud.com/leviwhalen/me-and-you)

- BT - Skylarking (example of musical tension) (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=doedi2MI-iM)

- Deadmau5 - The Reward is Cheese (Nom De Strip remix) (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P8rAuOG2uD0)

- Izotope Trash (https://www.izotope.com/trash2)

- Dada life on basslines (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i8wioYd6uyY)

- Airport - Photographer (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PwxXYK0aZGg)

Sam Matla on the internet:

facebook.com/sampmatla

twitter.com/sammatla

Levi Whalen on the internet:

www.facebook.com/LeviWhalenMusic

twitter.com/levi_whalen

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