Have you ever wondered why so much modern music sounds flat, harsh, or fatiguing — even when it’s mastered to be loud?

In this episode, I break down the Loudness War — the decades-long industry obsession with volume that’s stripped the life and emotion out of music.

I explain how compression and limiting went from useful tools to destructive habits, why streaming services like Spotify and Apple Music have made the loudness race pointless, and what you can do to make your mixes sound powerful without crushing the dynamics.

If you’ve ever thought “something just feels off” when comparing modern tracks to older albums… this episode will open your ears.

What You’ll Learn

• How our brains are wired to think “louder = better”
• The history of the Loudness War and how it ruined dynamics
• The difference between loud and powerful
• How Spotify’s loudness normalization changed everything
• Why punch, clarity, and emotion always beat raw volume

If you found this episode helpful, share it with a friend in a band who’s chasing volume instead of vibe. 
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