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ETLWPOD

ETLWPOD

Written by: todd speakman
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THE EARS TO LEARN WITH PODCAST IS A MULTI CONTENT ENDEAVOR THAT WILL PROVIDE:


  • Exciting, unique and exclusive musical collaborations for people to stream, buy and enjoy
  • Long form discussions between musicians on topics of their choice. Conducted in the spirit of passionate and creative exploration. To be listened to or watched.
  • An online resource that is engaging, accessible and in depth research that will be fully referenced and formatted for learners to engage with, deepen and further their study of music in general


It will do this by curating musicians and asking them for a musical topic they would love to explore with 1 other musician of their choice. The duo will come together in the studio around their instruments and some microphones and will explore the given topic through conversation and through playing music related to the topic. The audience of the podcasts will get the opportunity to hear their favorite musicians as well as discover new musicians talking about honest interests and inspirations that may not be so obvious in the artist's current public profile. It is a chance for audience members to go on a journey with the musicians of open learning through discussion, through playing, through research and through contemplation.

The artist will get a chance to explore topics they have always wanted to explore and to choose musicians they would love to spend that time doing it with. The audience of the music will have the chance to hear exclusive and unique live performance content from some of their favorite musicians and maybe discover new music and new musicians / artists through the process. The audience that visits the website will have the chance to take a deep dive through the research taken on each podcast topic, as well as to hear extended edits and watch video content of the conversation and musical performances. They will also have the chance to be directed towards further study and reading of each topic.


LINKS:


  • WEBSITE & RESEARCH: www.earstolearnwith.com
  • MUSIC: https://ingrv.es/spectrums-spaces-sha-uz6-2

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Episodes
  • "Exploring Rhythm" with Ben Brown & Neil Charles

    "Exploring Rhythm" with Ben Brown & Neil Charles
    Jan 31 2025

    ETLWPod Episode 3 brings to you, Mr Ben Brown:

    The enticing UK drummer and band leader known for his band Wajju, and his playing with artists such as Dizraeli and Mulatu Astatke.


    Ben chose the talent and intellect of Mr Neil Charles as his chosen collaborator for the podcast. Neil is an accomplished bass player and producer, also known to play for Mulatu Astatke aswell as names such as:

    The Gabriels, Jack DeJohnette, The Sun- Ra Arkestra etc


    They discuss their musical journeys, exploring diverse influences ranging from jazz and classical to soca and African rhythms. A key theme is the interplay between technical skill and intuitive feel in creating grooves, and how individual personalities shape their collaborative work in rhythm sections.


    They both also reflect on their experiences playing various genres and how cultural context informs their musical approaches.


    Finally, they mention influential rhythm sections that inspire their work.


    Check out the website for a deep dive into all the research topics from the episode:

    www.earstolearnwith.com

    ... Where you will also find links to all of our other episodes...


    Follow us on Instagram: @ETLWPod


    Follow these artists and check out all of their great music!

    @systemofabrowndrums

    @waajuofficcial

    @Neilcharles

    @benmarc_music

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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • 'The Hammond & The Lap Steel' Jon Moody & Matt Park

    'The Hammond & The Lap Steel' Jon Moody & Matt Park
    Nov 12 2024

    Back in Studio 23 in Cricklewood NW London, Todd & Travis welcome Jon Moody (of Funk Powerhouse Franc moody) and Matt park (mystery jets / Mumford & sons and more) to jam and investigate one another's beloved instruments; Jon; The Hammond organ, Matt; The Pedal Steel Guitar.

    We hear about the altogether bizarre and controversial beginnings to the invention of the Hammond organ, the wide reaching influence of the Pedal steel guitar, the similar connections both instruments have to worship and we delve into what makes these 2 instruments so unique and interesting to these 2 fascinating musicians!


    Make sure to check the website out to search through all the research:

    https://www.earstolearnwith.com/


    Follow and Share your thoughts with us on socials, and stream the music performed by todays guests here:

    https://www.instagram.com/etlwpod/


    Episode specific research page:

    https://www.earstolearnwith.com/research/jon-moody-x-matt-park-the-hammond-and-the-peddle-steel


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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • 'Graphic Scores' Joe Downard & Joseph Costi

    'Graphic Scores' Joe Downard & Joseph Costi
    Oct 26 2023

    In deepest Cricklewood in NW London, Todd and Travis are joined by the virtuosic bass player; Joe Downard, to explore the world of Graphic scores. Joe also invites down the enticing keys and multi instrumentalist; Jospeh Costi to explore this unfamiliar and surprising world of Graphic scores. The conversation steers from Joes own feelings after navigating the experience of writing and performing his own graphic score (that the 2 perform exclusively for ETLW!) To Steve Reich (who many name his the godfather of graphic scores) and Yoko Ono!


    LINKS:


    Make sure to check the website out to search through all the research: www.earstolearnwith.com

    Follow and Share your thoughts with us on socials, and stream the music performed by todays guests here: https://ingrv.es/ears-to-learn-with-9qm-1

    Check the graphic scores performed by Joe and Joesph here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/12nb4QiLENCplGaRZEWxblsh4ue9MdewM



    Best, ETLW.

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    42 mins
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