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Simple Songwriting episodes
- Episode 17: "Sandstorm" by Darude - Instrumental Music and Vibes
In this episode, Cameron and Aubrey discuss instrumental music, and why we listen to it. Is it just for the vibes, or is it to learn more about ourselves? Hope you enjoy!
Songs we discuss:
"Strobe" by DeadMau5
"Bad" by Polyphia
"Tender Surrender" by Steve Vai
"Sandstorm" by Darude
1 hr 34 min - Song Breakdown 1: "Truth" by Katy Perry
In this episode Cameron breaks down "Truth" by Katy Perry. We discuss the silly lyrics, the mid music, and the decent vocal melodies. Enjoy!
1 hr 28 min - Episode 16: "Truth" by Katy Perry - Can Music Be Objectively Bad?
In the episode we discuss Katy Perry's new album, "143", and whether or not music can be objectively good or bad. We use the song "Truth" as a jumping off point for the discussion. Is the value of art simply up to the perceiver, or can we actually measure the quality? Find out here, and enjoy the episode!
1 hr 44 min - Episode 15: "What Makes an Album Great?" - 60's Discussion
In this new series, Aubrey and Cameron discuss what makes albums great. In order to figure out the answer to this everlasting discussion, we decided to go decade by decade to see the evolution of album production over time. Hopefully by the end of the series, we will have a more wholistic view on what makes an album timeless art or gimmicky nonsense - hope you enjoy!
1 hr 18 min - Episode 14: "The Emptiness Machine" by Linkin Park - New Singer, Who Dis?
In this episode, Aubrey and Cameron discuss the Linkin Park's new single, their upcoming album "From Zero", and the controversial new singer, Emily Armstrong.
55 min - Episode 13: "Diggy Diggy Hole" by Wind Rose - Dwarven Metal with a Mysterious Past
On this episode we take a look at one of Aubrey's favorite songs (as well as his son's), but this song has a secret past that may change Aubrey's perception of it forever... Enjoy!
1 hr 41 min - Episode 12: "F-1 Trillion" by Post Malone - Album Discussion
In this episode we discuss Post Malone's new country album, "F-1 Trillion", an interesting new direction from one of music's most diverse artists. Aubrey and Cameron have slightly different views on the album - enjoy the discussion!
53 min - Episode 11: "Afterlife" by Avenged Sevenfold - A Tragic Story, Portrayed Beautifully
The this episode we discuss "Afterlife", one of our personal favorite songs of all time. But do we like it just because of nostalgia? Or does the song hold up to our critiques?
P.S. - We've got an old clip of Cameron playing the solo back in high school. Enjoy!
3 hr 16 min - Podcast #10: "We Will Rock You" by Queen - A Pure, Primal Anthem
In the episode we discuss one of the most iconic songs of all time, "We Will Rock You". Played across stadiums everywhere for decades, everyone knows the familiar "Boom Boom Clap", but what else goes into this primal anthem? Find out here!
1 hr 47 min - Episode 9: "Woman's World" by Katy Perry - Why Did It Flop?
In this episode we take a look at one of the biggest flops of the year, "Woman's World". The song was plagued with bad press from the start, but we believe that the real culprit is the song itself. We discuss the various songwriting mistakes, including the song structure, lyrics, and themes (or lack of), to determine what went wrong. Enjoy!
2 hr 12 min
About Simple Songwriting
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A show where Cameron and Aubrey break down songs and musical topics in a rational, analytical way.