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Song Minded with Amir Khostavan
Hosted by Amir Khostavan · EN
Welcome to Song Minded with Amir Khostavan, the podcast for people who look at music from the inside out.
Hosted by songwriter and music producer Amir Khostavan, this show dives deep into the art, science, and culture of the music shaping our world. From dissecting current music pop culture trends and reviewing the latest album drops to breaking down hit tracks from a music theory standpoint, Song Minded is a casual yet deep-dive look into what makes great songs work.
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Why Bad is Michael Jackson's most CONSISTENT album
2w ago00:35:51Tap to summarizeA deep dive into Michael Jackson's album 'Bad,' exploring its consistency, iconic tracks, and the legacy it holds. The album is celebrated for its musical achievements and impact, despite comparisons to 'Thriller.'TakeawaysBad: A consistent and impactful recordIconic tracks like 'Man in the Mirror' and 'Smooth Criminal'Chapters00:00 Introduction to Bad09:50 The Way You Make Me Feel15:05 Liberian Girl22:50 Man in the Mirror31:01 Dirty Diana37:10 Leave Me Alone
Transcribe →Why Michael Jackson's Thriller is One of the Best Albums Ever
3w ago00:34:46Tap to summarizeThe conversation methodically explores the iconic album 'Thriller' by Michael Jackson, highlighting its minimalistic songwriting and its profound influence on pop culture and the music industry. The chapters cover the introduction to Thriller, the aura of the album, individual track analyses, and the impact of Thriller on music and culture.TakeawaysIconic album with minimalistic songwritingInfluence on pop culture and music industry
Transcribe →Album Review: Michael Jackson's "Off The Wall"
Apr 2900:18:09Tap to summarizeAmir Khostavan takes listeners on a journey through Michael Jackson's debut on Epic Records with the album 'Off the Wall.' Exploring iconic tracks and themes, Amir provides a comprehensive review of the record, its impact, and its influence on Jackson's later work.TakeawaysOff the Wall: A Journey Through Michael Jackson's Debut on Epic RecordsExploring the Iconic Tracks and Themes of Off the WallChapters00:00 Legacy of Off the Wall
Transcribe →Making Music with Suno. Why does it feel wrong?
Dec 1200:28:13Tap to summarizeIn this episode, I break down what it's like as a music producer and songwriter to embrace working with Suno AI. I talk about the pros, the cons, and why I like using it as a TOOL to help me become more music that I care about, while allowing me to focus on what I love to do, which is being a songwriter and a performer.
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