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Rhapsody Podcast (Album Review): Album Review of Metallica’s Kill Em’ All

Today's episode is an album review, where I’ll be reviewing Metallica's first album, Kill 'Em All. Metallica's first album is an amazing first album compared to most bands first albums. Most bands don’t know what to do, or how to write an album, but whatever Metallica did, they did it right! 

Segment 1: Best songs

• Hit the Lights, 
• The Four Horsemen
• Seek and Destroy 
• Amazing guitar solos and fast paced, catchy riffs.  

Segment 2: Ok and meh songs

• Motorbreath
• Whiplash. 
• Don't have enough diversity in the riffs. 
• Still amazing guitar solos. 
• Jump into Fire
• Metal Militia
• No Remorse
• Phantom Lord. 
• While good guitar solos are just bland. 
• Riffs are just decent at best. 

Segment 3: In Depth of Anesthesia

• Most unique song of the album
• Bass solo, the entire song. Drums do come in towards the end to spice things up. 
• Editor’s Note - at the end of our podcast, we refer to some triads. While the quality of these triads are accurate, they aren’t “seconds”, but “thirds” which combine to form triads.

Credits:

Seek and Destroy 

Hit the Lights

The Four Horsemen

(Anesthesia) - Pulling Teeth

Whiplash

Motorbreath

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Deep Dive: Compromising with Depression: Lemon Boy by Cavetown

Today’s episode is a deep dive on Lemon Boy, by Cavetown, and will discuss how Cavetown uses this song to make a commentary on mental health issues.

Segment 1: Who is Cavetown?

• Location, Age, etc.
• Writes songs about mental health, as well as breaking down stigma surrounding it.
• Role model for queer youth.
• Introducing the song and what it’s about.

Segment 2: Miscellaneous Music Theory

• Key Signature
• Tempo

Segment 3: Lyrical Content + Instrumentation + Structure

• Analysis of each verse and chorus
• Differences in each chorus, why?
• Overall meaning and connection back to the artist

Credits:

Cavetown

Lemon Boy - Cavetown

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Rhapsody PodcastComposer’s Corner: Former Happiness: Mood Explained By Music Theory

Today’s episode is a Composer’s Corner and will focus on the theme of my piece, Former Happiness.

Segment 1: Key Signature

• Bb Major
• Bb Natural Minor
• Chromatic

Segment 2: Dynamics

• Why some parts are quiet - Flute and Glockenspiel
• Use of breathing
• Starting and ending with the same dynamics

Segment 3: Harmony and Motif

• Double-Layered Synth
• One instrument, multiple tracks
• Melodic motifs

Credits: Former Happiness

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Rhapsody Podcast Deep Dive: Jimi Hendrix

Today’s episode is a Deep Dive and will dive into the artist Jimi Hendrix, focusing on his influences both musically and culturally, and his discography during his lifetime.

Segment 1: Influences

Brief overview of Jimi Hendrix’s influences stemming from his childhood, musical career, 1960s culture, and …hobbies.

Segment 2: Are You Experienced?

Focusing on Jimi Hendrix’s 1967 debut album, using examples from the songs “Fire” and “Third Stone From The Sun.”

Segment 3: Axis: Bold As Love

Focusing on Jimi Hendrix’s 1967 sophomore album, exploring its R&B and Psychedelic sound. Used the song “Spanish Castle Magic.”

Segment 4: Electric Ladyland & Conclusion

Focusing on Jimi Hendrix’s third and final album released during his lifetimes, the legendary 1968 double album Electric Ladyland. Discussing its wide variety and legendary reputation, used songs “...And the Gods Made Love” and “All Along The Watchtower.” Concluding with a discussion on Jimi Hendrix’s death and lasting legacy.

Credits:

Jimi Hendrix, “Fire”

Jimi Hendrix, “Third Stone From The Sun”

Jimi Hendrix, “Spanish Castle Magic”

Jimi Hendrix, “...And the Gods Made Love”

Jimi Hendrix, “All Along the Watchtower”

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Rhapsody Deep Dive: LORDE’S LIABILITY

Today’s episode is a Deep Dive and will analyze the lyrics and instrumentation of Liability by Lorde.

Segment 1: History of Lorde

• First album released in 2013 (Pure Heroine)
• “Royals” became a smash hit and kick-started her career 
• Songs focus on disillusionment and a jaded worldview
• Melodrama released in 2017

Segment 2: Instrumentation 

• Continues mood of angst often seen in her music
• Key of D Flat Major creates a sombre mood 

Segment 3: Lyrics and Singing Style

• Verses tell the story of heartbreak and depending on yourself
• Timbre of Lorde’s low voice gives the ballad depth and creates intimacy 
• Low range song (C3 - Ab4) 
• Song is so popular due to its emotionally vulnerable themes that audiences can relate to 

Credits:

https://open.spotify.com/track/2dLLR6qlu5UJ5gk0dKz0h3?si=2a726e9285344b85 (royals by lorde)

https://open.spotify.com/track/6Kkt27YmFyIFrcX3QXFi2o?si=a261bff66350423b (liability by lorde)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F_VDhIQYQyo (interview with Audacy News)

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Rhapsody Deep Dive: Lost For Words by Pink Floyd 

Today’s episode is a “Deep Dive” on the song Lost For Words by Pink Floyd. Lost For Words was released in 1994 as a part of the Division Bell album. It was written by Pink Floyd’s singer and guitarist David Gilmour. This is one of my favorite songs of all time, and we’re going to really break it down. We’re going to be looking specifically at the lyrics, form, and instrumentation of the song.

Segment 1: Lyrics 

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•  The whole gist of the lyrics is an awakening of sorts - coming out of a time of darkness into a renewed sense of love and making amends 
• The song strives to communicate that getting caught in grudges only hurts yourself, and it’s time to forgive those who hurt you

Segment 2: Form

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• Lost For Words follows a clear structure which contributes to the message
• The build-up, climax, and full-circle ending make for a satisfying result 

Segment 3: Instrumentation

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• The instruments used in Lost For Words contribute to the mood and theme of the song
• The drums and acoustic instruments give the song a spiritual/religious undertone

Credits:

Pink Floyd, Lost For Words

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Deep Dive: Cross Examination - Kabuki Girl

Today’s episode is a Deep Dive and will talk about Kabuki Girl and it’s music theory .

Segment 1: Intro and background

Talking about myself and background info on Descendents

Segment 2: Melodies and Rhythm

Talking about melodies, instrumentalization, and the rhythm 

Segment 3:Lyric dissection and form.

Dissecting the lyrics and what they mean, how this relates to most punk songs and the form of the song

Credits:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v0SLh7bywpM (Descendents - Kabuki Girl)

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Rhapsody Album Review: Your City Gave me Asthma 

Today’s episode is an Album Review and will Go over the album¨Your City Gave me Asthma¨.

Segment 1: Background info 

Created by British musician Wilbur Soot. Released on June 25, 2020. The album features 7 songs, these songs feature an acoustic guitar and vocals.  

Segment 2: Songs in the album

7 songs in the album. Each song in the album has a deep meaning behind it.

Jubilee Line 

Saline Solution 

Since I saw Vienna 

Losing face 

Your Sister Was Right  

La Jolla 

Im Sorry Boris 

Segment 3:Jubilee Line

Jubilee Line is the most popular song on the album. 

Although this beginning is very dramatic, the song later gets to very serious issues. 

Credits:

Wilbur Soot - Jubilee Line https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M9jSeLeHZI0 

Wilbur Soot - Since I Saw Vienna https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S_SyNxuQOCM 

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Connect The Dots - Tyler the CreatorEpisode #10

Episode Format: Connect the Dots

Intro: In this enter episode format we will be discussing Tyler the Creators style

Segment 1: Segment Title

Tyler the Creator and his Albums 

Segment 2: Segment Title

The storys in his Albums 

Segment 3: Segment Title

• His style trough chords 

Music Credits: Provide the song title and any links used (include all)

• Smuckers 
• See you again
• Igors theme 

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Lemon DemonEpisode #9Episode Format: [Connect the Dots]

Intro: In this Connect the dots we will be discussing the overall whimsical and unique style of Neil Cicirega, also known as Lemon Demon.

Segment 1: Lifetime Acheivement AwardSegment 2: Touch-Tone TelephoneSegment 3: Cabinet Man

Music Credits: Provide the song title and any links used (include all)

• Lifetime Achievement Award-https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VMStKtXO4A8&ab_channel=LemonDemon-Topic
• Cabinet Man-https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iZ_P3F3nA1U&ab_channel=LemonDemon-Topic
• Touch-Tone Telephone-https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rbxL5BVEkRs

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