MI Music Podcast

Bonus Episode KJ & Scott, What Makes a Song Spooky

Surprise! And Happy Halloween! Scott and KJ sat down for this very special bonus episode to discuss what makes a song spooky. We hope you enjoy this one!

Feel free to email us with comments, suggestions, or questions at mimusicpodcast@gmail.com.

Ep. 9 Olivia Vargas, What Qualities Create Music Sweet Spots?

Olivia Vargas is in the building for episode 9! Her band, August, recently released a new album. Be sure to check out "Through the Looking Glass" wherever you get your music. Or check out her solo EP, "Songs from My Room".

We talked with Olivia about what qualities in songs create musical sweet spots and what is the best way to listen to music. Feel free to email us with comments, suggestions, or questions at mimusicpodcast@gmail.com.

Ep.8 Jack Droppers, What Qualities of Lyrics and Vocals Create Connection To a Song?

We're elated to welcome Jack Droppers to episode 8 of MI Music Podcast. His band, Jack Droppers & the Best Intentions, recently released a new album. Be sure to check out "Dad Rock" wherever you get your music.

We talked with Jack about lyrics and vocals and how they help us connect to music. Feel free to email us with comments, suggestions, or questions at mimusicpodcast@gmail.com.

Ep.7 Zach Potter, What Sonic Qualities Make for Repeat Listenings of a Song?

This week we have the pleasure of welcoming Zach Potter to the show! We discuss what sonic qualities in a song make us go back for multiple listens? And we also discuss our favorite bands and artists who jump genres seamlessly. Be sure to also check out Zach's band, The Turnips!

Feel free to email us with comments, suggestions, or questions at mimusicpodcast@gmail.com.

Ep.6 Chris Cranick, What Makes For A Good Evolution of An Artist?

We've got the one and only Chris Cranick in the building! We discuss what makes for a good evolution of an artist. And we give it our best at breaking down our top 3 albums. Check out Chris' latest solo release, A Light Within The Dark. Also be sure to check out his bands latest release; Overdrive Orchestra's, Alive and Well.

Sidenote and spolier alert, we talk Led Zeppelin! KJ apologizes to all the LZ fans for confusing the song titles "Babe I'm Gonna Leave You" and "Since I've Been Loving You".

Feel free to email us with comments, suggestions, or questions at mimusicpodcast@gmail.com.

Ep. 5 Lazy Genius, What Makes a Great Live Performance?

In this episode we welcome two members of Lazy Genius to the show! We spoke with Pat and Tim about what makes a great live performance and every musician nerds favorite topic...gear! Their new album, "Procession", is out October 30th, 2021. Feel free to email us with comments, suggestions

Ep. 4 Adrian Wright, How Does Life Shape Your Exposure To Music?

We talked this guy up so much in our last episode, we figured it was only right to bring on the one and only Adrian Wright. In this episode, we dive into how does life shape your exposure to music? And we take on the classic coveted debate of who are the top 5 rappers of all time? If you haven't already, be sure to check out Adrian's latest project with his band, Avocadsquad. Feel free to email us with comments, suggestions, or questions at mimusicpodcast@gmail.com.

Ep. 3 Elijah Russ, What‘s More Important, Music Or Lyrics?

On episode 3, we welcome Elijah Russ to MI Music Podcast! In this episode we discuss what's more important, lyrics or music? We also discuss how do you get out of a creative rut? Feel free to email us with comments, suggestions, or questions at mimusicpodcast@gmail.com.

Ep. 2 Devin Anderson, What Makes a Good Riff?

We have our first guest, Devin Anderson! In this episode we discuss what makes a good riff or lick and what's the most important instrument in a song and why. Check out Devin's latest album, "Sushi Tuesday", with the Avocadsquad. Feel free to email us with comments, suggestions or questions at mimusicpodcast@gmail.com.

Ep. 1 KJ & Scott, What Makes a Good Introduction?

KJ and Scott welcome you to MI Music Podcast! In this introductory episode, they get down to the bottom of what makes a good introduction to a song?

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