Best Amped Sounds Magazine Podcasts (2024)

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Axiom Audio’s Ian Colquhoun and NRC - Origin | Dr. Floyd Toole | Music Types | Twin Tweeters | Measurements 1:11:36

1h ago1:11:36

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This week, host Jorden Guth is joined by Ian Colquhoun, founder of Axiom Audio and now also the owner of Bryston and Magnum Dynalab, to discuss the origins of the company, its connection with the National Research Council, his own relationship with Dr. Floyd Toole, and how the company’s speakers evolved after the legendary NRC research wound down. …

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Episode 117 | Flag Football Time 1:08:02

5d ago1:08:02

1:08:02

The Infamous Luminary Sounds sit down with DARICK HOLMES & DEON JEFFERSON to discuss their incredible flag football league that has the community full of excitement and wanting more. Also, the crew discuss some of the week's trending topics and much more. The team also has some fun playing Francois Facts and Do Tell. Join us as we Sip Tea or Light …

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Episode 116 | The Champions 1:59:25

5d ago1:59:25

1:59:25

The Infamous Luminary Sounds crew discuss some of the week's trending topics. The team also has some fun playing Francois Facts. Join us as we Sip Tea or Light it Up!! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/luminary-sounds/support

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Episode 122 | Can Ryan Garcia Take it All? 2:02:30

5d ago2:02:30

2:02:30

The Infamous Luminary Sounds crew discuss some of the week's trending topics: Taylor Swift's New Album and song about Kim K?; New Drake Diss Record About Kendrick, and much more. The team also has some fun playing Francois Facts. Join us as we Sip Tea or Light it Up!! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/luminary-sounds…

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Episode 121 | OJ Simpson...Did he do it? 1:54:00

5d ago1:54:00

1:54:00

The Infamous Luminary Sounds crew discuss some of the week's trending topics: Drake vs. Kendrick; OJ Simpson passes away; and much more. The team also has some fun playing Francois Facts. Join us as we Sip Tea or Light it Up!! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/luminary-sounds/support…

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Ep 155 | Locked In | Kooley High 22:02

5d ago22:02

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Dive into the beats, bars, and stories behind Kooley High's latest masterpiece, 'All Infinite', in this special episode of 'Live in the Lab'. Join me as we take a track-by-track tour of the album, revealing the rich sounds and lyrical depth that defines Kooley High’s unique style.Whether you're a longtime fan or just discovering Kooley High, tune i…

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The Young Fables (TYF) Reveal The Story Behind Their New Single "Second Time Around" 26:24

7d ago26:24

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The Young Fables (TYF) create music with storytelling weaved into Americana roots music with pop sensibilities. East Tennessee (Maryville) natives, Laurel Wright and Wes Lunsford are influenced by timeless treasures like Patsy Cline, Bonnie Raitt, Glen Campbell and Chet Atkins. The duo’s unique sound has resonated with audiences around the globe as…

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Dr. Peter Schuck: Room-Correction Pioneer (Part 2) - Anthem Room Correction | FIR and IIR Filters | In-Room Response 42:50

14d ago42:50

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This week, host Jorden Guth continues his conversation with Dr. Peter Schuck, technical director at Paradigm Electronics Inc. The two cover the birth of Anthem Room Correction, the pros and cons of IIR and FIR filters, side quests, diversions, why flat in-room response isn’t actually the goal, and how ARC has evolved in response to market pressures…

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Episode 120 | Industry Plants 1:16:34

16d ago1:16:34

1:16:34

The Infamous Luminary Sounds crew welcome guest hosts: MARK4ORD & ALEXA BRACAMONTES to the show. The crew discuss some of the week's trending topics: Diddy he do it?; Beyonce's New Album, and much more. The team also lend their expert opinions on Sip Tea or Light it Up. Lastly, the crew have some fun playing Do Tell and Young and the Reckless. Join…

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Dr. Peter Schuck: Room-Correction Pioneer (Part 1) - Education | NRC | DSP | Athena Project 53:42

28d ago53:42

53:42

This week, host Jorden Guth is joined by Dr. Peter Schuck, technical director at Paradigm Electronics Inc., to discuss his history in hi-fi, how he ended up at the NRC, how his work with Dr. Floyd Toole evolved into the pioneering Athena project, and exactly what sorts of tests he and others constructed and conducted to determine listener preferenc…

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Ep 154| Beatnik Jawns | Catpack - Kooley High - Real Bad Man x Lukah 17:47

1M ago17:47

17:47

Welcome to Live in the Lab, where we bring you the best of indie music straight from the underground scene. In this episode, we're diving into a vibrant array of sounds that'll leave you craving more. First up, we've got Catpack with their infectious track "Walk Away". Get ready to groove to their blend of indie soul and electronic beats that'll li…

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Episode 119 | Happy Birthday 1:56:42

1M ago1:56:42

1:56:42

The Infamous Luminary Sounds crew discuss some of the week's trending topics: Draya is pregnant with whose baby?, Kanye wanted a threesome with who?, and many more. The team also lend their expert opinions on Sip Tea or Light it Up. Lastly, the crew have some fun playing Francois Facts. Join us as we Sip Tea or Light it Up!! --- Support this podcas…

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Ep 153 |Sleek Jawns| Katie Tupper - Joy Bogat - Bain 16:36

1M ago16:36

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Strap in, audiophiles and vibe chasers, 'cause "Live in the Lab" is about to take you on the dopest voyage through indie music's heart and soul. This episode features the spectacular Katie Tupper, the soulful Bain, and the celebratory Joy Bogat. 🎵✨First stop, Katie Tupper's "Need Nothing". With production so crisp you'll swear the strings are strum…

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Danny McCloskey Co-Founder/Publisher of The Alternate Root Magazine, Record Business Veteran and Entrepreneur Shares Secrets of His Success 53:28

1M ago53:28

53:28

Lee and Billy welcome Danny McCloskey, Co-owner of The Alternate Root music magazine, Desert Roots Music and a thirty-year-plus veteran of the music industry. From 1979 to 1985 he wrote and developed radio shows, developed programming and organized the yearly local music event ‘The Rock and Roll Rumble’ for legendary radio station WBCN in Boston, M…

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PSB's Paul Barton (Part 2) - Measurements | Diffraction | Waveguides | Diminishing Returns 43:58

1M ago43:58

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This week, host Jorden Guth continues his conversation with Paul Barton, founder of PSB Speakers. If you haven’t listened to season 3, episode 1 yet, do check that out first! In this second half of their conversation, the two discuss how the research at NRC contributed to the evolution of PSB speakers. Along the way, Paul gives the most cogent expl…

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Singer Songwriter Amelia White Shines A Light On Her Career 31:59

2M ago31:59

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Amelia White’s reputation as one of Nashville’s most captivating singer songwriters has increased substantially with each and every new release. And for good reason. Assured and emotive, White’s songs come across with an authority and determination that gets straight to the heart of her sentiment and intents. Her new album, Love I Swore, offers a d…

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Episode 118 | The Boy Is Mine 1:42:12

2M ago1:42:12

1:42:12

The Infamous Luminary Sounds crew discuss some of the week's trending topics: Cyrus Family Drama, Who the eff did I marry?, Jack Paul vs Mike Tyson and much more. The team also has some fun playing Francois Facts. Join us as we Sip Tea or Light it Up!! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/luminary-sounds/support…

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PSB's Paul Barton (Part 1) - Music and Violins | Starting Making Speakers | Dr. Floyd Toole and NRC 32:02

2M ago32:02

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Welcome to season 3! This week, host Jorden Guth sits down with Paul Barton, founder of PSB Speakers, to discuss his personal history, his love of music, his passion for violin, and the origin story of PSB Speakers—all as a lead-in to a discussion about his time at the NRC doing research with Dr. Floyd Toole. Sources: PSB Speakers: https://www.psbs…

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Cruz Contreras Shares His Thoughts About Breaking From the Past While Working His Way Towards the Future 46:58

2M ago46:58

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Despite a storied career that found him firmly at the helm of the highly acclaimed East Tennessee-based band The Black Lillies, and prior to that, the primary back-up for singer Robinella, Cruz Contreras, in effect starting anew. His debut solo album Cosmico, finds him stepping out on his own and taking his music into a decidedly new direction. Bor…

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Ep 152 | Spotlight Jawns | Kwaj 12:32

2M ago12:32

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Get ready to amp up your playlist with this electrifying episode of Live in the Lab! This week, we're spotlighting the phenomenal Kwaj, whose unique blend of Nigerian heritage and American upbringing has propelled him to the forefront of the underground music scene. With a reputation for infectious hooks, masterful delivery, and lyrical dexterity, …

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Selling Emotions: Conradin Amft on T+A's History and Future - Then to Now | Hi-Fi Tomorrow 38:18

2M ago38:18

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For the final episode of season 2 of the SoundStage! Audiophile Podcast, host Jorden Guth is joined by T+A COO Condradin Amft to discuss the company’s history and heritage, its entry into the headphone market, and how hi-fi will evolve into the future. Sources: “44 Years of T+A—Germany's Hi-Fi Giant in Detail”: https://youtu.be/lzW18SuAJW0?si=SUjQk…

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Ep 151 | Rhymatic Jawns | Britti - Cosmic Link - Johnny Burgos 15:18

2M ago15:18

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🎵 Tune in to this week's electrifying episode of Live in the Lab, where the spotlight shines on the cream of the indie R&B crop! 🌟 We're kicking things off with Britti's soulful serenade 'So Tired,' diving deep into the heartstrings she plucks with every note. Next, Cosmic Link takes us higher with 'Let It Go,' a track that promises to lift your sp…

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Episode 115 | Peanut Butter & Jelly 2:01:24

3M ago2:01:24

2:01:24

The Infamous Luminary Sounds crew discuss some of the week's trending topics: Justin Timberlake apologies to no one; Wendy Williams and more. The team also has some fun playing Francois Facts, and The Young and the Reckless. Join us as we Sip Tea or Light it Up!! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/luminary-sounds/supp…

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Ep 150- Underground Jawns - Butcher Brown - Mic Logik - Kwaj 17:06

3M ago17:06

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Dive deep into the heart of underground hip-hop with this electrifying episode of "Live in the Lab." Join us on a sonic adventure where jazz fuses with hip-hop, urban tales come alive, and mystical beats resonate. First, we venture into the smoky realms of jazz and hip-hop fusion with **Butcher Brown's** "Down With the King." Experience the seamles…

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Sonus Faber Suprema Speaker System Deep Dive - Technical Highlights | Trickle-Down Technologies 1:11:01

3M ago1:11:01

1:11:01

When Sonus faber introduced its massive new flagship loudspeaker system, Suprema, at this year’s CES, most of the press responded by asking about the price and finishes and little else. In this episode of the podcast, host Jorden Guth and SoundStage! founder Doug Schneider ask the real (and really tough) questions about the design and technical spe…

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Episode 114 | New Year, New Things 1:34:02

3M ago1:34:02

1:34:02

The Infamous Luminary Sounds crew discuss some of the week's trending topics: Nicki Minaj & Megan Thee Stallion beef, and AI Taylor Swift? The team also give their analysis on a Sip Tea or Light it Up music review for Rayana Jay. Lastly, the crew has some fun talking about red carpet fashion for both the Golden Globes and Emmys. Join us as we Sip T…

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The Tao of the Reviewer - Hi-Fi Reviewers' Systems and Needs | Writing a Hi-Fi Review 55:11

3M ago55:11

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This week, host Jorden Guth is joined by SoundStage! Access editor and producer of the podcast Dennis Burger to discuss his recent article about how reviewers’ reference systems are often necessarily different from the systems they wish they could own. Dennis also gives Jorden some tips on writing a good review. Sources: “The Needs of the Many vers…

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Episode 1: All Shades of The Drum - Compilation Mix S5, EP1 mixed by DJ IC 58:11

3M ago58:11

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All Shades of The Drum - SERIES 5, EPISODE ONE mixed by DJ IC Get ready to groove to the beats of Afro House!! A brand new exclusive compilation of the hottest afro house tracks from our label here at All Shades of The Drum curated by DJ IC. This mix features vibrant rhythms, energetic vocals and contains exclusive content from DJ IC himself that w…

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2023 SoundStage! Awards - Products of the Year | Outstanding Achievements | Choosing 49:30

4M ago49:30

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This week, host Jorden Guth is joined by SoundStage! founder Doug Schneider and SoundStage! Australia editor Edgar Kramer to discuss their respective 2023 year-end awards. Sources: “The 2023 SoundStage! Network Awards for Outstanding Achievements and Products of the Year” by Doug Schneider: https://www.soundstagehifi.com/index.php/opinion/1843-the-…

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From Wilson Audio to T+A , then Back - InSight Videos | The Two-Day Rule | The Filming Approach 44:54

4M ago44:54

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This week, host Jorden Guth is joined by SoundStage! founder Doug Schneider to tell the origin story of SoundStage! Network’s InSight video series, how they’ve evolved, and the details of their most recent globetrotting trip to Wilson Audio and T+A. Sources: Muraudio's Domain Omni Series Speaker | SoundStage! InSight: https://youtu.be/VkHQC8pz2H8?s…

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Ep 149 | Xmas Jawns | Dr Rubberfunk | Funky DL | DJ Marrrtin 17:40

4M ago17:40

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In this soul-stirring episode of "Live in the Lab," your musical guide takes you on a 15-minute journey through the vibrant world of energetic soul. Starting in the UK, Dr. Rubberfunk's Funky Christmas EP sets the festive tone with the holiday boom-bap of "Goose Fat." We unwrap the instrumental science behind the track, praising its fusion of class…

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Episode 113 | Max Ehrich 30:04

5M ago30:04

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Actor/Singer, MAX EHRICH sits down with The Infamous Luminary Sounds to discuss his journey as an artist, his new single, and new movie. The team also talk about some of the week's Trending Topics. Lastly, the crew have some fun playing Francois Facts and The Young and the Reckless. Join us as we Sip Tea or Light it Up!! --- Support this podcast: h…

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Simaudio’s North Collection: The Future of Hi-Fi? - Development | BRM-1 | Reception and Reviews 58:19

5M ago58:19

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This week, host Jorden Guth is joined by Simaudio product director Dominique Poupart and marketing director Étienne Gautier to discuss the company’s new North Collection, how it was developed, what it means for the future of hi-fi, why the remote control is the best in the world, and how the lineup has been embraced by audiophile press and customer…

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Max Ehrich (Full Audio) 1:23:52

5M ago1:23:52

1:23:52

Actor/Singer, MAX EHRICH sits down with The Infamous Luminary Sounds to discuss his journey as an artist, his new single, and new movie. The team also talk about some of the week's Trending Topics. Lastly, the crew have some fun playing Francois Facts and The Young and the Reckless. Join us as we Sip Tea or Light it Up!! --- Support this podcast: h…

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Jim Parker - Hit Songwriter & Creator/Host of Jim Parker’s Songwriters Series ® 1:22:15

5M ago1:22:15

1:22:15

Within a year after getting his first guitar donated by his sister’s boyfriend, Jimmy Gilmer of Sugar Shack fame, Jim Parker was playing in a band and later became a founding member of The Illusions that landed a record deal with Dot Records. In 1966 he and his buddies decided to leave their hometown of Amarillo, Texas, and head to Los Angeles. Dur…

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Ep 148 | Jawns from Singapore | Tim de Cotta - The Steve McQueens -Chok Kerong 17:48

5M ago17:48

17:48

🎙️ Buckle up as we unravel the sonic tapestries woven by Tim deCotta, The Steve McQueens, and Chok Kerong.🌟 Tim deCotta: Rediscovering Late 80s VibesDive into the nostalgic yet fresh vibes of Tim deCotta's latest creation. Smooth late 80s vibes, beats that are bananas, vocals on point, it's a whole vibe waiting to captivate your senses.🎷 The Steve …

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How SVS Built a Hi-Fi Community - History | Products | Community Building 45:02

5M ago45:02

45:02

This week, host Jorden Guth is joined by SVS president Gary Yacoubian and VP of marketing Nick Brown to discuss the company’s history, its unique approach to hi-fi and home theater, and how it actively engages with its customers. Sources: SVS: https://www.svsound.com/ “The Only True Currency in This Bankrupt World” by Audio Unleashed: https://audio…

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Episode 112 | FKP & Yosef 26:22

5M ago26:22

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Music collective, FKP & YOSEF sit down with The Infamous Luminary Sounds crew to discuss their musical journeys, new music, and their energetic performances that are such a vibe for audiences everywhere. Also, the team talk about some of the week's trending topics, and have some fun playing Francois Facts, Do Tell, and The Young and the Reckless. J…

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Ellis Paul, Singer-Songwriter, Illustrator, Author 23:13

5M ago23:13

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Ellis Paul doesn’t just write songs; he’s a guitar-carrying reporter who covers the human condition and details the hopes, loves, losses of those he observes, turning their stories into luminous pieces of music that get under your skin and into your bloodstream. And much like the artists who have influenced him, everyone from Joni Mitchell, Bob Dyl…

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Episode 111 | Nam Jonez 52:30

5M ago52:30

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Singer and Songwriter, NAM JONEZ sits down with The Infamous Luminary Sounds to discuss his start in music, his national anthem performances, and his grammy consideration. The team also give their expert opinion on Sip Tea or Light it Up, and talk about the week's Trending Topics. Lastly, the crew have fun playing Francois Facts and Do Tell. Join u…

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Ep 147|Flight Time Jawns| Carrtoons - WhoBeJazz x TenTen - GNY 18:49

6M ago18:49

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Dive into the sonic universe of Ep 147 on Live in the Lab! 🔥 Immerse yourself in the beats of WhoBeJazzz x TenTen, Carrtoons, and GNY. 🎶 Elevate your vibes and join the musical journey. 🎧 Hit play, groove along, and let the rhythm take over!🌟 Don't just listen—be part of the movement! Show some love by hitting that like button and sharing the magic…

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Audio Video Show 2023 Highlights - Warsaw Vibe | Good and Bad Shows | Bringing Matt | Best and Worst Products 53:15

6M ago53:15

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This week, host Jorden Guth is joined by SoundStage! founder Doug Schneider and SoundStage! Ultra senior editor Jason Thorpe to discuss Warsaw 2023, why it’s such a special show, what it’s like to be there, and what it was like to see it through the eyes of a young audiophile. Sources: SoundStage! coverage of Audio Video Show 2023 - Warsaw, Poland:…

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Songwriter, Storyteller, Multi-instrumentalist Rees Shad 34:42

6M ago34:42

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This episode we have a conversation with songwriter, storyteller, multi-instrumentalist Rees Shad. Shad has been described as a master of alluring melodies and short story songs whose characters interact and reoccur in eloquent musical vignettes. An accomplished musician, composer, and creative, Shad has an impressive catalog of thirteen solo album…

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Dan Laufman on the Value of Emotiva - Origin | Hi-Fi Manufacturing | Profits | Ethics 59:41

6M ago59:41

59:41

This week, host Jorden Guth is joined by Emotiva’s Dan Laufman to discuss the origins of his passion for hi-fi, the history of electronics manufacturing in the neoliberal era, how to make an profit in the audio business ethically, the long hard road to revitalizing North American manufacturing capabilities, and the virtues of being inclusive instea…

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Episode 110 | Amanda Holley 31:42

6M ago31:42

31:42

Singer and Songwriter, AMANDA HOLLEY sits down with The Infamous Luminary Sounds crew to discuss her passion for music, her musical family, and how she wants to make a difference with her music. Also, the team gives their expert opinions on Sip Tea or Light it Up music review. Lastly, the crew talk about some of the week's trending topics, and have…

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Nam Jonez (Full Audio) 2:00:50

6M ago2:00:50

2:00:50

Singer and Songwriter, NAM JONEZ sits down with The Infamous Luminary Sounds to discuss his start in music, his national anthem performances, and his grammy consideration. The team also give their expert opinion on Sip Tea or Light it Up, and talk about the week's Trending Topics. Lastly, the crew have fun playing Francois Facts and Do Tell. Join u…

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Amanda Holley (Full Audio) 1:42:31

6M ago1:42:31

1:42:31

Singer and Songwriter, AMANDA HOLLEY sits down with The Infamous Luminary Sounds crew to discuss her passion for music, her musical family, and how she wants to make a difference with her music. Also, the team gives their expert opinions on Sip Tea or Light it Up music review. Lastly, the crew talk about some of the week's trending topics, and have…

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Episode 109 | Deuce The Truth 23:39

6M ago23:39

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Producer and Recording Artist, DEUCE THE TRUTH sits down with The Infamous Luminary Sounds crew to discuss his start in music, being in a rap group, and the positive and impactful messages in his music. The team get into some discussions during Trending Topics. Lastly, the crew has some fun playing Francois Facts and Do Tell. Join us as we Sip Tea …

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Deuce The Truth (Full Audio) 2:01:46

6M ago2:01:46

2:01:46

Producer and Recording Artist, DEUCE THE TRUTH sits down with The Infamous Luminary Sounds crew to discuss his start in music, being in a rap group, and the positive and impactful messages in his music. The team get into some discussions during Trending Topics. Lastly, the crew has some fun playing Francois Facts and Do Tell. Join us as we Sip Tea …

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