Andrew Wyatt, musician, songwriter, and producer, joins the hosts to chat about his experiences producing hit songs, the recent Supreme drama, and the challenges of collaboration in the music industry. They also discuss their admiration for Mac DeMarco, frustrations about Brooklyn Heights, and the impact of song arrangements on popularity.
The power of melody and capturing a vibe are crucial in creating hit songs.
The impact of streaming and TikTok on music consumption has shifted towards background listening but also offers opportunities for artists.
Understanding each artist's musical background and preferences is essential in creating meaningful collaborations.
Deep dives
Andrew Wyatt's Journey as a Musician and Producer
Andrew Wyatt shares about his experiences and journey as a musician and producer. He talks about living in LA, his split during the pandemic, and his move to New York. He also discusses his time in Williamsburg and being part of the band Black Beetle. Andrew reflects on the evolution of music consumption and the different types of songs that resonate with listeners, whether it's for a good vibe or to tell a story. He also mentions the impact of TikTok on older songs and the unique moments it creates for artists.
The Power of Melody and Archetypal Triggers in Hit Songs
Andrew Wyatt delves into the power of melody in hit songs and its ability to tap into the archetypal part of the brain. He discusses the importance of capturing a vibe and creating songs that evoke a feeling or reaction in listeners. Andrew also highlights the different factors to consider when writing lyrics, including the balance between grammar and the overall emotional impact. He notes that hits can range from songs that are purely catchy to those that take listeners on a journey.
The Influence of Streaming and TikTok on Music Consumption
Andrew Wyatt explores the impact of streaming and TikTok on the way people consume music. He acknowledges the shift towards background listening and the desire for songs that create a pleasant vibe. However, he also mentions the continued popularity of songs that offer a more traditional journey and storytelling experience. Andrew considers the role of TikTok in breathing new life into older songs and how the app provides opportunities for artists across different levels of fame.
Andrew's musical journey and personal challenges
Andrew discusses his musical journey, including being in a band called the Dam Builders and joining Black Beetle after the passing of Jeff Buckley. He also shares his personal struggle with a misdiagnosis of schizophrenia and the years he took off from music to recover. Eventually, he returned to music and collaborated with various artists.
Working with iconic artists and the art of collaboration
Andrew talks about working with legendary artists like Liam Gallagher and Miley Cyrus. He highlights the importance of understanding each artist's musical background and preferences in order to create meaningful collaborations. He also emphasizes the value of bringing his own unique musical perspective while allowing the creative process to shape the final product.
Andrew Wyatt is a musician, songwriter, and producer. He's done everything from winning an Oscar for A Star is Born's "Shallow" to fronting the band Miike Snow. Most importantly, he's a listener, so we have some fun chatting about going to the 50 Cent concert, the heir to Erewhon hand-delivered a Cactus Flea care package to Chris, and we begin to unpack the Tremaine/Supreme split. Sometimes you can go "buck wild" while editing, he lived in LA for 7 years and remembered one day he could just leave, listening to a breakup album vs. writing one, Williamsburg only had one restaurant back in the day, it was Thai, and that's the way we liked it. Being a misdiagnosed schizophrenic, he's not a synth daddy, but he does like synthesis itself, what it's like producing Liam Gallagher records, we break down the song "FourFiveSeconds" by Ri, Ye, and Paul, what it feels like to make a real hit, 50 threw a microphone at a woman's head last night, and shamelessly bug him for a Liam intro.
