Dead Wax
Jack Conte, Ryan Lerman
Musicians nerding out to great music. Hosts Jack Conte (Scary Pockets, Pomplamoose, CEO of Patreon) and Ryan Lerman (Scary Pockets, John Legend, Ben Folds) are joined by musician friends to help break down what's going on in their favorite music. They dish about production, harmony, composition, theory, vocal performance and everything in between. New episodes every other week!
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Jan 7, 2025 • 31min
There Would Be No Radiohead Without THIS Band...with Kane Ritchotte!
Hosts: Jack Conte, Ryan Lerman Guest: Kane Ritchotte Executive Producer: Ryan Lerman Production Managers: Rachel McGowan, Phineas Alexander Video: Ricky Chavez Audio Lead: Jack Light Editor: Phineas Alexander Theme Music Mixed by: Caleb Parker
Join our Patreon for EXTENDED episodes: https://www.patreon.com/scarypocketsSubscribe to our podcast: http://dead-wax.simplecast.com/Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DeadWaxShowInstagram: @thedeadwaxshow
Dec 17, 2024 • 35min
Modern Production Secrets with Philip Etherington
Hosts: Jack Conte, Ryan LermanGuest: Philip EtheringtonExecutive Producer: Ryan LermanProduction Manager: Rachel McGowanVideo: Ricky ChavezAudio Lead: Jack LightEditor: Phineas AlexanderTheme Music Mixed by: Caleb Parker
Join our Patreon for EXTENDED episodes: https://www.patreon.com/scarypocketsSubscribe to our podcast: http://dead-wax.simplecast.com/Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DeadWaxShowInstagram: @thedeadwaxshow
Dec 10, 2024 • 54min
The best singer-songwriter you’ve probably never heard of! With special guest Hohnen Ford
In this discussion, Hohnen Ford, an up-and-coming singer-songwriter known for powerful EPs like "Infinity" and "I Wish I Had a God," shares insights into music's emotional depths. They dive into the overlooked legacy of Judy Sill, exploring how personal struggles fuel creativity. The conversation also examines deceptive cadences in music theory and the unique vocal journey of female artists. Hohnen opens up about navigating self-doubt in songwriting, emphasizing the power of authenticity and vulnerability in creating resonant music.
Nov 26, 2024 • 46min
Andrew Bird on Writing, Improvisation and Jazz
Huge thank you to Andrew Bird, our guest for this episode!Listen to his new album, Sunday Morning Put On here: https://i.andrewbird.net/SundayMorningPutOnSee him on tour: https://www.andrewbird.net/ Hosts: Jack Conte, Ryan LermanGuest: Andrew BirdExecutive Producer: Ryan LermanProduction Managers: Rachel McGowan, Phineas AlexanderVideo: Ricky ChavezAudio Lead: Jack LightEditor: Phineas AlexanderTheme Music Mixed by: Caleb Parker
Join our Patreon for EXTENDED episodes: https://www.patreon.com/scarypocketsSubscribe to our podcast: http://dead-wax.simplecast.com/Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DeadWaxShowInstagram: @thedeadwaxshow
Nov 12, 2024 • 56min
Why Clyde Lawrence Loves Randy Newman
Hosts: Jack Conte, Ryan LermanGuest: Clyde LawrenceExecutive Producer: Ryan LermanProduction Managers: Rachel McGowan, Phineas AlexanderVideo: Ricky ChavezAudio Lead: Jack LightEditor: Phineas AlexanderTheme Music Mixed by: Caleb Parker
Join our Patreon for EXTENDED episodes: https://www.patreon.com/scarypocketsSubscribe to our podcast: http://dead-wax.simplecast.com/Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DeadWaxShowInstagram: @thedeadwaxshow
Oct 22, 2024 • 59min
How MJ's Synths Changed Music - with Anthony Marinelli
Hosts: Jack Conte, Ryan LermanGuest: Anthony MarinelliExecutive Producer: Ryan LermanProduction Managers: Rachel McGowan, Phineas AlexanderVideo: Ricky ChavezAudio Lead: Jack LightEditor: Phineas AlexanderTheme Music Mixed by: Caleb Parker
Join our Patreon for EXTENDED episodes: https://www.patreon.com/scarypocketsSubscribe to our podcast: http://dead-wax.simplecast.com/Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DeadWaxShowInstagram: @thedeadwaxshow
Oct 8, 2024 • 44min
Joey Dosik's FAVORITE National Anthem Performances EVER
Hosts: Jack Conte, Ryan LermanGuest: Joey DosikExecutive Producer: Ryan LermanProduction Managers: Rachel McGowanVideo: Ricky ChavezAudio Lead: Jack LightEditor: Phineas AlexanderTheme Music Mixed by: Caleb Parker
Join our Patreon for EXTENDED episodes: https://www.patreon.com/scarypocketsSubscribe to our podcast: http://dead-wax.simplecast.com/Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DeadWaxShowInstagram: @thedeadwaxshow
Sep 24, 2024 • 42min
Wendy Melvoin's secret FUNK recipe
Hosts: Jack Conte, Ryan LermanGuest: Wendy MelvoinExecutive Producer: Ryan LermanProduction Managers: Rachel McGowan, Phineas AlexanderVideo: Ricky ChavezAudio Lead: Jack LightEditor: Phineas AlexanderTheme Music Mixed by: Caleb Parker
Join our Patreon for EXTENDED episodes: https://www.patreon.com/scarypocketsSubscribe to our podcast: http://dead-wax.simplecast.com/Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DeadWaxShowInstagram: @thedeadwaxshow
Sep 10, 2024 • 1h 8min
The REAL story behind mixing Kanye West’s “Stronger”
Hosts: Jack Conte, Ryan LermanGuest: Manny MarroquinExecutive Producer: Ryan LermanProduction Manager: Rachel McGowanVideo: Ricky ChavezAudio Lead: Jack LightEditor: Phineas AlexanderTheme Music Mixed by: Caleb Parker
Join our Patreon for EXTENDED episodes: https://www.patreon.com/scarypocketsSubscribe to our podcast: http://dead-wax.simplecast.com/Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DeadWaxShowInstagram: @thedeadwaxshow
May 28, 2024 • 56min
Frank Ocean's producer on the UNCONVENTIONAL techniques they used to record CHANNEL ORANGE
Hosts: Jack Conte, Ryan LermanGuest: MalayExecutive Producer: Ryan LermanProduction Managers: Jason Shadrick, Rachel McGowanVideo: Jenny BaumertEditor: Adam KritzbergTheme Music Mixed by: Caleb ParkerPodcast Producer: Isaac K. Lee
Join our Patreon for EXTENDED episodes: https://www.patreon.com/scarypocketsSubscribe to our podcast: http://dead-wax.simplecast.com/Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DeadWaxShowInstagram: @thedeadwaxshow
