The Expedition Tapes

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  • Japanese Genius - Episode 6

    On the final episode of the season I take a look at Ryuichi Sakamoto.



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    21 min
  • The History Of Black Metal - Norway And Sweden - Episode 5 (Part 2)

    In part 2 of Norway And Sweden, Jake looks at the musical history of Black Metal and how some of its concepts have permeated its way into modern Hip Hop, memes and Culture.


    Artists I didn't get a chance (but really wanted to) cover:

    -Satyricon

    -Imortal

    -Merciful Fate

    -Dark Funeral

    -Cradle Of Filth

    -Liturgy 

    -Kiss

    -Misfits

    -Insane Clown Possie

     


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    24 min
  • Philosophy And Black Metal - Norway And Sweden - Episode 4 (Part 1)

    On this episode Jake delves into the connections between Black Metal, Nihilist Philosophy and even Buddhism.


    NOTE: I would of also loved to cover Albert Camus, but did not get a chance. But if you like this episode , check him out(or don't as life doesn't matter anyway).



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    15 min
  • From French Gypsy Jazz To The Invention Of Heavy Metal - Episode 3 (Pilot Season)

    On this episode Jake looks at the profound influence of Django Reinhardt guitar playing both during his life and from beyond the grave.


    NOTE: This episode was made on the road, so the musical breakdown section features midi guitar.




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    Reading Sources:


    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LBYvLmGDMHk (3 essential gypsy jazz chords)

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qtko3F0QkEo (Django Doc) 

    https://reverb.com/uk/news/django-reinhardts-lasting-impact-on-guitarists

    https://sforzandosalon.wordpress.com/2012/09/25/debussy-the-father-of-jazz/ (Debusy Father Of Jazz)

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d5_QXg4T5o0

    (Tony Iommi on django Reinhardt)

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o0W91FrTlYk (VID OF Tony IOMMI ON DJANOG) 

     



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    17 min
  • Estonian Minimalism - Episode 2

    On this episode Jake looks at Estonian composer Arvo Part, and his influence, use in film and his sample credits in Hip Hop. Some Artists Covered: Arvo Part, Bjork, Lupe Fiasco, Heino Eller.




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    Reading sources and Media :

    -      https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arvo_Pärt

    -      https://www.gramophone.co.uk/blog/gramophone-guest-blog/tintinnabuli-arvo-pärt-unique-sound-world

    -      http://www.dailymotion.com/video/x2xa7ss  (Bjork Interview)

    -      https://motherboard.vice.com/en_us/article/why-the-hottest-thing-in-music-is-78-year-old-estonian-composer-arvo-part (on his influence in the west)

    -      https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qvysA0whCUU (on Tintabuli)

    -      http://www.whosampled.com/sample/275794/Lupe-Fiasco-Little-Weapon-Arvo-Pärt-De-Profundis/ (Lupe Fiasco Sample)

    -      http://www.telegraph.co.uk/culture/music/classicalmusic/11273603/Arvo-Part-interview-music-says-what-I-need-to-say.html

    -      https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pE6paeDFwPI (Documentary)

    -http://www.arvopart.ee

    - Interveiw (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VdNvEYKi4ag)

    -Documentary (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pE6paeDFwPI)

    -Gregorian Chant Music (A huge influence on Arvo) (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fCz_kNFludA)

    -Henior Teller(Avro Parts Tutor: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r_uhNASOqOU

     

     



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    12 min
  • Exploring German Krautrock - Episode 1 (Pilot Season)

    In the first episode of The Expedition Tapes, Jake looks at the huge influence the German Krautrock scene has had on Rock, Hip Hop, Electronic and Alternative music. 




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    Covered Artists:

    NEU!, Can, Kraftwerk, Ash Ra Tempel, Radiohead, David Bowie, Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark, Kanye West, Coldplay, Steve Reich


    Recommended Artists (I didn't get to cover):

    Faust, Harmonia, Stockhausen, Klaus Nomi, Rammstein


    Recommended media

    BOOK: James Buckley ‘A rough Guide To Rock’

    DOC: Krautrock The Rebirth of Germany https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lnMhkkgWpG4

    DOC: BBC 4 Synth Britannia (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TK1P93r9xes&t=373s)

    DOC: Under The Influence - Krautrock (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ne7M63P820g)

    ARTICLE: http://thequietus.com/articles/15929-david-stubbs-krautrock-motorik

    Interview with Michael Rother : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1FRu_GPiNOk



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    17 min

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Musician and Producer Jake Brett is listening to a song from every single country in the world. On this journey he will interview artists, research artists impact on mainstream culture, travel to…