In honor of the jazz legend's birthday, Peter and Adam list some of their favorite moments from Herbie Hancock's storied career.

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It's "Mean Tweets" YHI edition as Peter and Adam look at some of the less-than-loving comments they've gotten recently.

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First impressions are everything, and today Peter and Adam list their favorite openings to seven different tunes.

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Peter & Adam review some of their favorite recent comments.

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Today, Peter and Adam discuss one of the most controversial resources for jazz musicians: the Real Book, and wether or not it lives up to its infamy.

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Things get a little more casual today as Peter and Adam add another episode to the week. Today, they go over some of their favorite recent comments.

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On this episode, Peter and Adam list off the best solos you need to learn, regardless of whether you're a beginner or an advanced player.

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A rhythm section has many roles to play in an ensemble. Today, Peter and Adam nail down what the most important element for a good rhythm section is.

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Today, Peter and Adam expand their jazz sonic palette and check out some new releases. 

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On this week's episode, Peter and Adam take a deep-dive into one of the most commonly played chords in jazz tunes: the five-seven chord.

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7 Levels of V7 Chords

1. Average Amadeus - "Mozart | Piano Sonata No. 16" / The Beatles | "Hey Jude"
2. High 5 - Louis Armstrong | "West End Blues" / Professor Longhair | "Big Chief"
3. Diminishing Returns - Charlie Parker | "Donna Lee" / Clifford Brown | "Joy Spring"
4. Blue 9 - Miles Davis | "All Blues" / John Coltrane | "Cousin Mary"
5. Kitchen Sink - Wayne Shorter | "Footprints" / Bill Evans | "On Green Dolphin Street"
6. Sus It Out - Roy Hargrove | "Firm Roots" / Herbie Hancock | "Gentle Thoughts"
7. Bill's Decadent Diminished - Bill Evans | "Waltz For Debby"

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