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In Rainbows (Pt. 3) Jan 23, 2023

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The Big Mates discuss binaural microphones, 8D audio, MP3s, and In Rainbows by Radiohead.
Adam, Steve, and Lucas conclude their track-by-track deep dive into the band's revolutionary seventh album 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. They also explore how the album was received at the time of release and the legacy it has left behind.
They also touch on the groundbreaking way in which the album was released, fan theories, and the album's connection to OK Computer.
What causes Adam to be at a loss for words? Is this the closest the band get to sounding like Arctic Monkeys? How do you pronounce Frusciante? Find out on this episode of What Is Music?
Our next episode is out on Monday January 30th and will feature insightful commentary into Radiohead's performance in Beunos Aires in 2009 and we do a Q&A!
Check out "ok computer but everything is my voice" here:
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In Rainbows (Pt. 2) Jan 16, 2023

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The Big Mates discuss Mastermind, Studio Ghibli, Doctor Who, and In Rainbows by Radiohead.
Adam, Steve, and Lucas continue their deep dive into In Rainbows, the highly praised seventh album by Radiohead. They begin their track-by-track discussion, 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.
Why do we feel anxiety? Can Lucas do the claps from 15 Step? What's the weirdest fish? Find out on this episode of What Is Music?
Our next episode is out on Monday January 23rd and will conclude the deep-dive into In Rainbows.
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In Rainbows (Pt. 1) Jan 09, 2023

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The Big Mates discuss hot tubs, Isaac Newton, Strictly Come Dancing, and In Rainbows by Radiohead.
Adam, Steve, and Lucas continue their deep dive into the career and discography of Radiohead by tackling their highly praised seventh album In Rainbows. 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.
They touch on the lengthy writing and recording process for the album, the novel release strategy, and how the band approached the record. They also discuss death, the passage of time, the finite nature of our existence, and the soundtrack for Kevin and Perry Go Large.
What was special about how the band released In Rainbows? Why did they start recording without Nigel Godrich? Is this their most sexual album? Find out on this episode of What Is Music?
Our next episode is out on Monday January 16th and will continue the deep-dive into In Rainbows.
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What Is Patreon? Jan 02, 2023

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The Big Mates launch their exciting new venture!
Listen for all the details on exclusive bonus content, two brand new regular shows, listener collaboration, and interactive spaces. Or head straight to patreon.com/whatismusicpod to read all about it!
They also pitch some brand new ideas for that exclusive content, and reveal how you, the listeners, can get involved.
What Is Music resumes normal service next Monday, January 9th when we will start to explore In Rainbows by Radiohead.
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Holiday Special 2022 Dec 19, 2022

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The Big Mates celebrate their third Holiday Season with no mentiones of Christmas (apart from that one) together!
Adam, Steve, and Lucas chat about the Yuletide season, dip into some festive Radiohead, and play some exhilirating games!
Winter Wonderland by Radiohead available here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R0zEEP0NN6c
What Is Music will return next year! Join us for our next episode, which will be an exciting announcement, on January 2nd 2023.
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Optimist Dec 12, 2022

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The Big Mates discuss gadget shops, residencies, the Warped Tour, and Optimist by FINNEAS.
Adam, Steve, and Lucas briefly sojourn back to the career of Billie Eilish by taking in the additional context of the work of her co-writer and brother, FINNEAS. They talk about the writing and recording process of his debut full-length solo album, Optimist, 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.
They also do a quick catch up on what Billie has been up to since the beginning of the year.
How does Finneas' work influence and inform the music of Billie Eilish? What has Billie been up to? Does a dog play piano? Find out on this episode of What Is Music?
Our next episode is out on Monday December 19th!
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Radiohead Live in Berkeley 2006 Commentary Dec 05, 2022

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The Big Mates provide insightful commentary for Radiohead Live in Berkeley 2006.
Adam, Steve, and Lucas discuss the live performance from the Greek Theatre in Berkeley, California by watching a bootleg together!
Head to YouTube to watch along here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LVGYbB24B6g
Or don't - the episode works fine either way!
Our next episode comes out next Monday!
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The Eraser Nov 28, 2022

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The Big Mates discuss bloopers, CBT, The Crystal Maze, and The Eraser by Thom Yorke.
Adam, Steve, and Lucas continue their deep dive into the career and discography of Radiohead by heading to 2006 and tackling the debut solo offering from singer Thom Yorke. 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.
They also touch on Radiohead's 2006 tour, their legendary performance at Bonnaroo Festival, and why Yorke wanted to make a solo album in the first place.
How does the album influence and inform the music of Radiohead? What is the line on Lucas' jumper? Who is the hoist with the moist? Find out on this episode of What Is Music?
Our next episode is out on Monday December 5th and will feature insightful commentary for a show from Radiohead's 2006 tour.
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Fandom and Devotion 4 (with Emily Hyatt) Nov 21, 2022

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Adam is joined by Emily Hyatt to discuss Captain Scarlet, special interests, collecting, Smash Hits, Atoms for Peace, Glastonbury 1997, ASMR, AMSR, Flea, Radiohead fansites, The Smile, the AtEase forums, and of course Manic Street Preachers.
They speak on what it's like to follow Radiohead around on tour, what compels people to do so, and the why Radiohead can be such an important band for some people. Emily also brings along her Top 10 Radiohead songs of all time!
Our next episode is out next Monday November 28th and genuinely really does cover Thom Yorke's debut solo album, The Eraser.
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HAARFwaydiohead (Best Of Radiohead 1993 - 2003) Nov 14, 2022

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The Big Mates slow it down and take a break to discuss Stardew Valley, Peak Blinders, The Wall, and the career of Radiohead from 1993 to 2003.
Adam, Steve, and Lucas talk about their feelings so far on the band at a sort of halfway point in their career. They chat context, albums, preconceptions, lyrics, and much more before offering up their individual Top 10 Radiohead Songs (1993 - 2003).
What makes it into the Top 10s? How do they currently feel about Radiohead? Find out on this episode of What Is Music?
Our next episode is out next Monday, November 21st and features a deep dive into The Eraser, the debut solo album by Thom Yorke.
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