On this comment roundup, Peter and Adam go through some of the less enthusiastic comments they received last week.

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First impressions are everything - Peter and Adam check out some of the best opening moments from their favorite albums on today's episode.

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Peter and Adam catch up on what they've been up to lately - what they've been practicing, listening to, and working on.

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Today Peter and Adam answer one of the most asked questions by musicians around the world - why don't I like what I'm playing?

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Part two of Peter & Adam's interview with Grammy award winning trumpeter, composer, producer, blogger, and #BAM codifier, Nicholas Payton.

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A live conversation and interview with Grammy award winning trumpeter, composer, producer, blogger, and #BAM codifier, Nicholas Payton!

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It's all about that bass today as Peter and Adam talk to one of the most prolific jazz bassists of all time, Maestro Ron Carter.

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Peter and Adam take a look at some burning questions about how to improve a practice session.

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Today, Peter and Adam revisit a controversial topic from a few weeks ago: the accuracy of the Real Book.

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Peter and Adam look through their favorite comments of the past week.

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