Exploring the unique mix of the latest album with intentional choices and danceable tracks. Delving into technical aspects of music production, Tetris influence, and remix impact. Appreciating a guitar solo, favorite sci-fi films, and glitches in the Matrix. Discussing book inspiration, neurotypical conversations, and Drum and Space beat appreciation.
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Quick takeaways
FireHydrant's Signals offer teams control, filtering noise for on-call alerts.
Break Master Cylinder's 'Dance Party' album blends 80s and gaming themes.
Exploration of sci-fi films and creative process behind the host's book project.
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Firehodrant's New Incident Management Tool - Signals
Firehodrant introduces a new on-call feature called Signals, addressing issues with existing solutions like PagerDuty. Signals by Firehodrant focuses on giving teams control over rules, policies, and schedules, seamlessly filtering noise and alerting only on important matters.
Break Master Cylinder's Dance Party Album
Break Master Cylinder collaborates with Change Dog Beats on their latest album 'Dance Party,' featuring tracks inspired by 80s and video game themes. Tracks like 'Pole Reposition' and 'Miami by 1984' evoke Knight Rider and racing game vibes, offering a nostalgic and energetic musical experience.
Reflecting on Music Influences and Remixing
The podcast hosts discuss favorite songs like 'Take on Me' and 'Enjoy the Silence,' exploring the impact of music on emotions. They also delve into the art of remixing, drawing inspiration from iconic tracks and the creative process that combines nostalgia with modern musical elements.
Discussion about Sci-Fi Movies
The podcast hosts engage in a lively discussion about their favorite sci-fi movies, covering titles such as Interstellar, The Matrix, Ready Player One, Dune, and Blade Runner. They delve into the intricate details and appeal of each film, sharing their personal preferences and opinions on the genre's standout works.
Writing a Book and Podcast Sign-Off
The episode ends with a conversation about the host's decision to write a book, sharing insights into the inspiration behind the project and the creative process involved. They play a track called 'Drum and Space' as the outro music, wrapping up the podcast with gratitude and humor, thanking the audience and bid farewell with a musical twist.
Our beat freak in residence returns, this time to discuss the shiny new Dance Party album! We deconstruct its nostalgic mix, break down some of our favorite tracks & even learn that BMC is writing a mysterious book…
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