Best Teacher Tech Studio Podcasts (2025)

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What Trump Has Got Wrong—and Right—About the War in Ukraine 37:50

2d ago37:50

37:50

Since emerging on the national political scene a decade ago, Donald Trump has openly admired the dictatorial style of Vladimir Putin. Trump’s lean toward Russia was investigated, it was psychoanalyzed—yet many were still shocked when recently Trump and Vice-President J. D. Vance berated President Volodymyr Zelensky, of Ukraine, in the Oval Office, …

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010: Why Bribing a Student with Sour Patch Kids Made Me a Better Teacher 25:08

21h ago25:08

25:08

We've all had that one student—the perfectionist who gets frustrated, the reluctant learner who shuts down, or the one who just needs a little extra motivation. In this episode, I’m sharing a story about Blake, a student who taught me a valuable lesson in leadership, patience, and the surprising power of Sour Patch Kids. We’ll explore different lea…

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Alan Cumming on “The Traitors” and His Brush with Reality Television 16:04

5d ago16:04

16:04

When Emily Nussbaum introduced Alan Cumming at the New Yorker Festival, she said, “Plenty of actors light up a room, but Alan Cumming is more of a disco ball—reflecting every possible angle of show business.” Cumming appears in mainstream dramas such as “The Good Wife,” and also more indie projects like his one-man version of “Macbeth”; his perform…

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Does Tim Walz Have Any Regrets? 34:47

9d ago34:47

34:47

Democrats in Washington have seemed almost paralyzed by the onslaught of far-right appointments and draconian executive orders coming from the Trump White House. But some state governors seem more willing to oppose the federal government than congressional Democrats are. In January, Governor Tim Walz, of Minnesota, tweeted, “President Trump just sh…

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009: AI Myths Debunked: What You Need to Know About the Technology Changing Our World 25:56

8d ago25:56

25:56

AI is transforming the way we teach, learn, and create—but with all the hype, there are plenty of AI myths and misconceptions floating around. In today's episode, we’re setting the record straight. From fears about AI replacing teachers to concerns about cost and complexity, we’ll break down what’s fact, what’s fiction, and how music educators can …

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Øy - Composing Live Music Using Dance 2:02:36

10d ago2:02:36

2:02:36

Today I am speaking with Kristoffer Lislegaard and Janne Eraker of the duo Øy. Janne is a tap dancer, with contact mics attached to her shoes. Kristoffer receives the audio in his computer running sequencers, synthesizers, drum machines, and Max for Live that all respond to Janne's movements. We had a fascinating conversation about how Øy collabora…

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Richard Brody Presents the 2025 Brody Awards 16:15

12d ago16:15

16:15

David Remnick is joined by Alexandra Schwartz, the co-host of the podcast Critics at Large, and The New Yorker’s august film critic Richard Brody. They talk about the past year in film and predict the victors of the Academy Awards. Brody dismisses “The Brutalist”—a film that merely uses the Holocaust “as metaphor”—and tells Remnick that “Wicked” mi…

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John Fetterman on Trump’s “Raw Sewage,” and What the Democrats Get Wrong 34:35

16d ago34:35

34:35

Since the election, Senator John Fetterman—once a great hope of progressives—has conspicuously blamed Democrats for the electoral loss. Fetterman tells David Remnick that the Democratic Party discouraged male voters, particularly white men. He has pursued a lonely course of bipartisanship by meeting with Trump at Mar-a-Lago before his Inauguration,…

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008: Battle of the Bots: Comparing AI Tools for Music Teachers 28:21

15d ago28:21

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AI is becoming an essential tool for music educators, but with so many options — ChatGPT, Claude, and Bard — how do you know which one is right for your studio? In this episode, we’re going to break down the strengths, weaknesses, and best use cases for each AI assistant, helping you decide which bot can save you time, boost creativity, and streaml…

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Celebrating 100 Years: Jia Tolentino and Roz Chast Pick Favorites from the Archive 16:15

19d ago16:15

16:15

Staff writers and contributors are celebrating The New Yorker’s centennial by revisiting notable works from the magazine’s archive, in a series called Takes. The writer Jia Tolentino and the cartoonist Roz Chast join the Radio Hour to present their selections. Tolentino discusses an essay by a genius observer of American life, the late Joan Didion,…

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The A.C.L.U. v. Trump 2.0 33:44

23d ago33:44

33:44

In Donald Trump’s first term in office, the American Civil Liberties Union filed four hundred and thirty-four lawsuits against the Administration. Since Trump’s second Inauguration, the A.C.L.U. has filed cases to block executive orders ending birthright citizenship, defunding gender-affirming health care, and more. If the Administration defies a j…

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007: Jam Session Hacks: Teaching Group Improvisation 26:33

24d ago26:33

26:33

Group improvisation can feel intimidating, but with the right approach, it becomes one of the most exciting and creative parts of music lessons! In this episode, I’m joined by educator and musician Juniper to explore simple, effective ways to teach group improv. We’ll cover easy warm-ups, fun activities, and strategies to help students build confid…

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“No Other Land”: The Collective Behind the Oscar-Nominated Documentary 23:41

27d ago23:41

23:41

The film “No Other Land” has been nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature. It was directed by four Palestinian and Israeli filmmakers, and to unpack the film’s message David Remnick speaks with two of the directors, Basel Adra, who lives in the West Bank, and Yuval Abraham, who lives in Jerusalem. The documentary takes a particu…

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Low Heat Beats on Flow, Creativity, and Sharing Your Music 1:57:58

26d ago1:57:58

1:57:58

Boyan of LowHeatBeats is a music producer and educator, whose rapidly growing YouTube channel takes us behind the scenes of his process, showing us the tools and techniques he uses to create his blend of soulful hip-hop, funk, electronic music. Boyan and I discuss a wide range of creative philosophies and techniques. He shares how he gets into the …

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Trump’s Boogeyman: D.E.I. 26:32

1M ago26:32

26:32

Many of the most draconian measures implemented in the first couple weeks of the new Trump Administration have been justified as emergency actions to root out D.E.I.—diversity, equity, and inclusion—including the freeze (currently rescinded) of trillions of dollars in federal grants. The tragic plane crash in Washington, the President baselessly su…

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006: Storytelling Through Music: Helping Students Compose Their First Piece 25:53

1M ago25:53

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Storytelling and music go hand in hand, and in this episode, I’m sharing how you can help your students bring their stories to life through composition. Join me and my guest, Jessica, as we break down simple, effective strategies for guiding students in creating their first piece, from choosing a theme and structuring their ideas to using melody, h…

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The New Yorker Celebrates a Hundred Years as a Poetry and Fiction Tastemaker 18:19

1M ago18:19

18:19

David Remnick talks with The New Yorker’s literary guiding lights: the fiction editor Deborah Treisman and the poetry editor Kevin Young. Treisman edited “A Century of Fiction in The New Yorker,” and Young edited “A Century of Poetry in The New Yorker,” both of which were published this month. “When you asked me to do this,” Young remarks to David …

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Bill Gates on His New Memoir and Dining with Trump at Mar-a-Lago 32:31

1M ago32:31

32:31

In the nineteen-eighties and nineties, Bill Gates was the best known of a new breed: the tech mogul—a coder who had figured out how to run a business, and who then seemed to be running the world. Gates was ranked the richest person in the world for many years. In a new memoir, “Source Code,” he explains how he got there. The book focusses on Gates’…

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005: Building a Proactive Support Culture 30:19

1M ago30:19

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Today, we’re exploring the art of creating a proactive support culture in your music studio. Joined by our special guest Jamal, we're going to discuss how to empower your teachers with clear policies, prioritize self-care as a leader, and foster a positive environment where everyone can thrive. Whether it’s setting boundaries, delegating tasks, or …

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I Made Music Every Day for 15 Years - 15 Lessons 21:02

1M ago21:02

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By Brian Funk

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Returning to a Home Consumed by the Wildfires 12:17

1M ago12:17

12:17

The staff writer Dana Goodyear has reported on California extensively: the entertainment industry; a deadly crime spree in Malibu; Kamala Harris’s rise in politics; and the ever more fragile environment. She covered the destructive Woolsey Fire, in Los Angeles, in 2018. Recently, Goodyear found her own life very much in the center of the story. Liv…

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How “Saturday Night Live” Reinvented Television, Fifty Years Ago 37:50

1M ago37:50

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“Saturday Night Live” turns fifty this year. Profiling its executive producer, Lorne Michaels, the New Yorker editor Susan Morrison sheds light on one of the most important people in show business. Morrison spent years talking to Michaels for her new book, “Lorne: The Man Who Invented Saturday Night Live,” and she includes recordings of those inter…

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004: From Solo Teacher to Studio Leader: A Guide to Scaling 19:13

1M ago19:13

19:13

In today's episode, we're diving into the exciting journey of transitioning from solo teacher to thriving studio leader. Scaling your music studio isn't just about adding more students or teachers—it's about creating a sustainable, inspiring ecosystem that reflects your unique vision. Join us as we explore practical strategies for building a dream …

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The Political Scene: Big Money and Trump’s New Cabinet 36:27

2M ago36:27

36:27

The Washington Roundtable—with the staff writers Susan B. Glasser, Jane Mayer, and Evan Osnos—discusses this week’s confirmation hearings for Pete Hegseth as Secretary of Defense and Pam Bondi as Attorney General, and the potential for a “shock and awe” campaign in the first days of Donald Trump’s second term. Plus, as billionaires from many indust…

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Antony Blinken’s Exit Interview 49:38

2M ago49:38

49:38

As President Biden took office in 2021, he aimed to rebuild alliances that Donald Trump had threatened during his first term. That effort was challenged by an onslaught of international crises, from Ukraine to Gaza. The person tasked with trying to restore the old order was Secretary of State Antony Blinken. He spoke with David Remnick days before …

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003: Streamlining Studio Operations with AI: Your Admin Work 14:44

2M ago14:44

14:44

Today, we’re diving into how AI can transform your studio’s admin tasks and give you back the time to focus on what you love—teaching and inspiring students. From automating scheduling and streamlining invoicing, to simplifying communication with parents and students, we’ll explore practical tools and tips to make your studio operations smoother an…

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One Environmental Journalist Thinks that the U.S. Needs More Mining 17:31

2M ago17:31

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Donald Trump loves mining, and he would like to expand that effort in the U.S. At least one environmentalist agrees with him, to some extent: the journalist Vince Beiser. Beiser’s recent book is called “Power Metal,” and it’s about the rare-earth metals that power almost every electronic device and sustainable technology we use today. “A lot of peo…

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Serato's Nick Maclaren on Music Tech and Development 1:11:39

2M ago1:11:39

1:11:39

Nick Maclaren is the Chief Strategy Officer for Serato. Nick talked about his experiences as a DJ and how it lead him to become a Serato user. We discuss Serato's new multi-fx plug-in Hex FX. Nick also spoke about the technological developments that have changed DJing and music production, and the challenges that lie ahead as tech gets more and mor…

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Representative Ro Khanna on Elon Musk and the Tech Oligarchy 32:45

2M ago32:45

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Representative Ro Khanna of California is in the Democrats’ Congressional Progressive Caucus. And although his district is in the heart of Silicon Valley—and he once worked as a lawyer for tech companies—Khanna is focussed on how Democrats can regain the trust of working-class voters. He knows tech moguls, he talks with them regularly, and he think…

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002: Creativity Meets Efficiency: ChatGPT in Your Music Studio 19:20

2M ago19:20

19:20

In this episode, we explore how ChatGPT can revolutionize your studio by saving time, sparking creativity, and streamlining everyday tasks. From crafting engaging lesson plans to handling admin with ease, discover practical ways to harness AI while keeping your unique teaching style at the forefront. Whether you’re new to AI or ready to take your s…

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Sara Bareilles Talks with Rachel Syme 18:45

2M ago18:45

18:45

Sara Bareilles broke out as a pop-music star in the late two-thousands. But she’s gone on to have a very different kind of career, writing music for Broadway and eventually performing as an actor on stage and on television. At the New Yorker Festival, in 2024, she played her early hit “Gravity,” and spoke with staff writer Rachel Syme about the pre…

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Rachel Aviv on Alice Munro’s Family Secrets 31:41

2M ago31:41

31:41

Rachel Aviv reports on the terrible conundrum of Alice Munro for The New Yorker. Munro was a winner of the Nobel Prize in Literature and perhaps the most acclaimed writer of short stories of our time, but her legacy darkened after her death when her youngest daughter, Andrea Skinner, revealed that Munro’s partner had sexually abused her beginning w…

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Building Worlds with Music - Landman Composer Andrew Lockington 1:07:41

2M ago1:07:41

1:07:41

Andrew Lockington is a film and television composer who composed the scores for many films including blockbuster hits City of Ember, Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters, Sandreas, and Rampage, as well as hit television shows like Mayor of Kingstown, Special Ops: Lioness, and his latest Landman, starring Billy Bob Thornton. He also created the opening th…

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Echoes of a New Beginning - Jamuary 1 Prompt 4:27

2M ago4:27

4:27

It’s time for #Jamuary2025, a challenge to make and share music for as many days as you can during January. I’ll be sharing the prompts I am giving to my Music Production Club here on the podcast. Whether you are keeping up with the Jamuary challenge or using these prompts sometime in the future, I hope they help inspire you to make some new music!…

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Julianne Moore Explains What She Needs in a Film Director 24:07

2M ago24:07

24:07

Introducing Julianne Moore at the New Yorker Festival, in October, the staff writer Michael Schulman recited “only a partial list” of the directors Moore has worked with, including Robert Altman, Louis Malle, Todd Haynes, Paul Thomas Anderson, Lisa Cholodenko, Steven Spielberg, the Coen brothers, and many more legends. It seems almost obvious that …

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Be 31x More Creative with Jamuary2025! 26:02

2M ago26:02

26:02

It's time for Jamuary 2025! These 31 days of creativity will dramatically increase your creativity. Here are some lessons, tips, and takeaways that will help you prepare to make the most of the Jamuary challenge. Listen on Apple, Spotify, YouTube Links: Music Production Club - https://brianfunk.com/mpc 5-Minute Music Producer - https://brianfunk.co…

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The Art of Cooking with Ina Garten 27:05

2M ago27:05

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With the Food Network program “Barefoot Contessa,” Ina Garten became a beloved household name. An essential element of her success is her confiding, authentic warmth—her encouragement for even the most novice home cook. Garten is “the real deal,” in the opinion of David Remnick, who has known her and her husband for many years. Although she is a gr…

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Christmas in Tehran During the 1979 Iran Hostage Crisis 29:37

3M ago29:37

29:37

In 1979, as Christmas approached, the United States Embassy in Tehran held more than fifty American hostages, who had been seized when revolutionaries stormed the embassy. No one from the U.S. had been able to have contact with them. The Reverend M. William Howard, Jr., was the president of the National Council of Churches at the time, and when he …

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Willem Dafoe on “Nosferatu” 20:58

3M ago20:58

20:58

Willem Dafoe has one of the most distinctive faces and most distinctive voices in movies, deployed to great effect in blockbuster genre movies as well as smaller indie darlings; he’s played everyone from Jesus Christ to the Green Goblin. His most recent project is the highly anticipated “Nosferatu,” which opens Christmas Day. Robert Eggers’s film i…

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001: Empowering Educators, One Prompt at a Time 9:46

3M ago9:46

9:46

In this debut episode of the TopMusicAI Podcast, we're going to explore how AI can revolutionize your music studio by streamlining operations, sparking creativity, and enhancing student connections. Join host Tara Wright and guest expert Kayden as they dive into actionable strategies, including using tools like ChatGPT and Calendly to save time, re…

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From the Archive: James Taylor Will Teach you Guitar 32:36

3M ago32:36

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James Taylor’s songs are so familiar that they seem to have always existed. Onstage at the New Yorker Festival, in 2010, Taylor peeled back some of his influences—the Beatles, Bach, show tunes, and Antônio Carlos Jobim—and played a few of his hits, even giving the staff writer Adam Gopnik a quick lesson. This segment originally aired on July 7, 201…

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From the Archive: St. Vincent’s Seduction 26:41

3M ago26:41

26:41

Annie Clark, known as St. Vincent, launched her career as a guitar virtuoso—a real shredder—in indie rock, playing alongside artists like Sufjan Stevens. As a bandleader, she’s moved away from the explosive solos, telling David Remnick, “There’s a certain amount of guitar playing that is about pride, that isn’t about the song. . . . I’m not that in…

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From the Archive: Elvis Costello Talks with David Remnick 18:02

3M ago18:02

18:02

Elvis Costello’s thirty-first studio album, “Hey Clockface,” will be released this month. Recorded largely before the pandemic, it features an unusual combination of winds, cello, piano, and drums. David Remnick talks with Costello about the influence of his father’s career in jazz and about what it’s like to look back on his own early years. They …

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From Critics at Large: After “Wicked,” What Do We Want from the Musical? 48:00

3M ago48:00

48:00

The American musical is in a state of flux. Today’s Broadway offerings are mostly jukebox musicals and blatant I.P. grabs; original ideas are few and far between. Meanwhile, one of the biggest films of the season is Jon M. Chu’s earnest (and lengthy) adaptation of “Wicked,” the origin story of the Wicked Witch of the West that first premièred on th…

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The Threat to New Music - David Rowell 49:07

3M ago49:07

49:07

David Rowell is a veteran music journalist who has worked as an editor and writer at the Washington Post for over 20 years. Stewart Copeland of the Police said "David Rowell is the kind of critic that scares us musicians. He really gets it, maybe even more than we do." David is here to talk about his new book The Endless Refrain: Memory, Nostalgia,…

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Rashid Khalidi on the Palestinian Cause in a Volatile Middle East, and the Meaning of Settler Colonialism 49:09

3M ago49:09

49:09

Power dynamics in the Middle East shifted dramatically this year. In Lebanon, Israel dealt a severe blow toHezbollah, and another crucial ally of Iran—Bashar al-Assad’s regime in Syria—was toppled by insurgents. But the historian Rashid Khalidi is skeptical that these changes will set back the Palestinian cause, as it relates to Israel. “This idea …

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Audra McDonald on Stephen Sondheim, “Gypsy,” and Being Black on Broadway 20:36

3M ago20:36

20:36

“Gypsy,” a work by Stephen Sondheim, Jule Styne, and Arthur Laurents, is often called the greatest of American musicals; a new production on Broadway is a noteworthy event, especially when a star like Audra McDonald is cast in the lead role of Rose. McDonald has won six Tonys for her acting, in both plays and musicals. In the repertoire of musicals…

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Inside Donald Trump’s Mass-Deportation Plans 28:43

3M ago28:43

28:43

Immigration has been the cornerstone of Donald Trump’s political career, and in his second successful Presidential campaign he promised to execute the largest deportation in history. Stephen Miller, Trump’s key advisor on hard-line immigration policy, said that the incoming Administration would “unleash the vast arsenal of federal powers to impleme…

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Pick 3: Justin Chang’s Downer Movies for the Holiday Season 9:21

3M ago9:21

9:21

If “Wicked, Part I” and “Gladiator II” are not getting you into the theatre this weekend, Justin Chang, The New Yorker’s film critic, offers three other films coming out this holiday season which are “among the most thrilling that I've seen this year.” He recommends “Nickel Boys,” based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Colson Whitehead and di…

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Live Performance and Collaboration with C4RP00L 1:22:03

3M ago1:22:03

1:22:03

C4RP00L is an alternative hip-hop band that combines hip-hop beats with electric guitar and bass. They've just released new music, Creature Mode: Vicious and Creature Mode: Velocity. I spoke with Danger, Renzo Starr, and Villian about their new releases and recent touring. We had a great discussion about writing music as a group and performing live…

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