What Is Music?: A Music Podcast About Music

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The Holy Bible (Are We Still So In Love With You?) Jun 08, 2023

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A bonus episode, appearing on our main feed from our Patreon show, revisiting Manic Street Preachers. It's called Are We Still So In Love With You?, and you can now claim a free 7-day trial of any subscription tier at www.patreon.com/whatismusicpod.
The Big Mates continue their re-evaluation of Manic Street Preachers by immersing themselves back into the world of The Holy Bible. They discuss whether their opinions on the record have changed over the years, and figure out where the album lands in the Manics' discography now that they are more familiar with it.
Ty reflect on how the original episodes came together, and how they see their roles now, as well as examining the various ways in which their listening habits have evolved.
Also, this time it's actually a fun episode!
We hope you enjoy this sneak peak at what we're doing over on Patreon. Use the link above to claim your free trial and explore the various shows we've been releasing over the last 6 months - with much, much more to come, including the rest of the Manic Street Preachers discography.

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Earth Jun 05, 2023

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The Big Mates discuss Interstellar, U2, hats, and Earth by EOB.
Adam, Steve, and Lucas continue their deep dive into the career and discography of Radiohead by discussing the debut solo album from guitarist Ed O'Brien. They look at how it was conceived, written, and recorded and select a few highlights from the album to talk about.
They make predictions on what Ed will do next, explore the features of his Fender Signature guitar line, and have a look at a remix he did for Paul McCartney.
What does and Ed solo album sound like? Is it cosmic? How do you do that on bass? Find out on this episode of What Is Music?
Our next episode is out on Monday June 12th and we welcome Dr. Brad Osborn, author of Everything In Its Right Place: Analyzing Radiohead.
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Suspiria / ANIMA May 29, 2023

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The Big Mates discuss dreams, witches, Mr. Bean, and two solo offerings from Thom Yorke.
Adam, Steve, and Lucas continue their deep dive into the career and discography of Radiohead by taking in the most recent solo releases by Thom Yorke, starting with Suspiria, his soundtrack to the Luca Guadagnino film.
They then dive into Yorke'sthird solo album proper, ANIMA, exploring a few of the tracks, the context surrounding the release, and the film Thom made with Paul Thomas Anderson.
They also find time to discuss a Very important remix.
What had Thom been up to since A Moon Shaped Pool? Can you remember your dreams? Are fish animals? Find out on this episode of What Is Music?
Our next episode is out on Monday June 5th and we explore and discuss the first solo album from Radiohead's Ed O'Brien - Earth.
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Radiohead Live at Glastonbury Festival 2017 Commentary May 22, 2023

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The Big Mates provide insightful commentary for Radiohead Live at Glastonbury Festival 2017.
Adam, Steve, and Lucas discuss the live performance as broadcast on TV!
Head to the Internet Archive to watch along here:
https://archive.org/details/RadioheadGlastonbury2017
Or don't - the episode works fine either way!
Our next episode comes out Monday May 29th and sees us deep dive into some of Thom Yorke's more recent solo work!
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OKNOTOK / Kid A Mnesia May 15, 2023

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The Big Mates discuss Goldeneye 64, Fortnite, Rocket League, and the reissues of OK Computer and Kid A/Amnesiac by Radiohead.
Adam, Steve, and Lucas continue their deep dive into the career and discography of Radiohead by taking in some of the more recent releases by Radiohead. They talk about the extensive reissues for OK Computer and the Kid A sessions, a whole slew of previously unrelease songs, as well as the MiniDisc leak and the Kid A virtual exhibition experience.
Why reissue these albums? Is this really about jellyfish? What are your deepest worries and fears? Find out on this episode of What Is Music?
Our next episode is out on Monday May 22nd and will see us provide insightful commentary for Radiohead's performance at Glastonbury Festival 2017.
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Radiohead B-Sides (Pt. 2) May 08, 2023

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The Big Mates discuss Lee Evans, pluralisation, Mark and Lard, and a selection of b-sides by Radiohead.
Adam, Steve, and Lucas continue their deep dive into the career and discography of Radiohead by taking in some more of the b-sides recorded by Radiohead across their entire career. They talk about the writing and recording process, the context surrounding the songs, and offer up analysis, opinions, and thoughts from three differing perspectives on music, from being deeply into analysis and music, to not caring for art or critique, and everything in between.
The songs were selected by YOU, our listeners, for Adam, Steve, and Lucas to dissect. They discuss the varying styles and eras of the band, as well as continuing the infamous b-side guessing game!
What is a pun? Is this really "just a bunch of b-sides?" Who will reign victorious? Find out on this episode of What Is Music?
Our next episode is out on Monday May 15th and will see us discussing and exploring the band's reissues for OK Computer, Kid A, and Amnesiac.
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Radiohead B-Sides (Pt. 1) May 01, 2023

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The Big Mates discuss Heat, Rampart, Friends, and a selection of b-sides by Radiohead.
Adam, Steve, and Lucas continue their deep dive into the career and discography of Radiohead by taking in some of the b-sides recorded by Radiohead across their entire career. They talk about the writing and recording process, the context surrounding the songs, and offer up analysis, opinions, and thoughts from three differing perspectives on music, from being deeply into analysis and music, to not caring for art or critique, and everything in between.
The songs were selected by YOU, our listeners, for Adam, Steve, and Lucas to dissect. They discuss the varying styles and eras of the band, as well as playing the infamous b-side guessing game!
Which songs made the cut? Who will take an early lead in the game? Did they Weekend at Bernie's Jesus? Find out on this episode of What Is Music?
Our next episode is out on Monday MAy 8th and will continue the exploration of Radiohead's B-Sides.
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Radiohead Live in Amsterdam 2016 Commentary Apr 24, 2023

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The Big Mates provide insightful commentary for Radiohead Live in Amsterdam 2016.
Adam, Steve, and Lucas discuss the live performance as presented in the form of a bootleg edited together by fans, and uploaded to YouTube by Johnny Airbag! They also find time to discuss Lost, venue sizes, and in-ear monitors. Steve also brings in an exciting questionnaire!
Head to YouTube to watch along here:
https://youtu.be/OgLqHBx1d98
Or don't - the episode works fine either way!
Our next episode comes out Monday May 1st and sees us tackling some of Radiohead's b-sides!
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A Moon Shaped Pool (Pt. 3) Apr 17, 2023

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The Big Mates discuss therapy, cat's cradle, hard soup, and A Moon Shaped Pool by Radiohead.
Adam, Steve, and Lucas continue and conclude their deep dive into A Moon Shaped Pool by finishing off their track-by-track discussion, scoring the album, and discussing how it was released.
They also find time to touch on the bonus track Ill Wind.
Why did so many old or unfinished songs find their way onto this album? How do you say Ill Wind? Is there a mutual interest in having a conversation? Find out on this episode of What Is Music?
Our next episode is out on Monday April 24th and will feature insightful commentary for a bootleg of Radiohead playing live in Amsterdam!
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A Moon Shaped Pool (Pt. 2) Apr 10, 2023

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The Big Mates discuss Papa Roach, Limp Bizkit, Linkin Park, and A Moon Shaped Pool by Radiohead.
Adam, Steve, and Lucas continue their deep dive into the last Radiohead album of this season, A Moon Shaped Pool as part of the exploration into the career and discography of the band . They talk about the writing and recording process, the context surrounding the songs, and offer up analysis, opinions, and thoughts from three differing perspectives on music, from being deeply into analysis and music, to not caring for art or critique, and everything in between.
What do the think of the songs? Is this a music show? Where is the dotted eighth notes? Find out on this episode of What Is Music?
Our next episode is out on Monday April 17th and will conclude the deep-dive into A Moon Shaped Pool.
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