Stuff from the B-Side

Stuff from the B-Side

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Stuff from the B-Side episodes

  • Bootlegging: The Secret Music Industry
    Bootleg records can be officially released live recordings or alternate versions of songs. Most bootlegs are traded rather than sold, yet record companies consider these recordings piracy. Learn more about bootleg recordings in this HowStuffWorks podcast.
    17 min
  • Music and Mario: The Role of Gaming Music
    Music in video games draws you deep into a virtual world and sets the tone for your experience. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to hear some old-school video game music and discover the difference between diegetic and non-diegetic sounds.
    16 min
  • How Laser Turntables Work
    Laser turntables use a beam of light to play traditional records, avoiding the wear and tear of a conventional turntable stylus. Learn how this technology can be used to play damaged, warped or broken records in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.
    9 min

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