Everyone's Special and No One Is

Martin's mom joins the podcast to reflect back on two years' worth of episodes, including discussing the future of the podcast. .... Everyone's Special and No One Is is a podcast about obscure, misunderstood, and/or controversial topics related to music.

Are some people's brains wired to learn music faster than others? Martin's brother joins the podcast to help explain how one study measured the effects of music lessons in the brain. .... Everyone's Special and No One Is is a podcast about obscure, misunderstood, and/or controversial topics related to music.

Continuing from the first part, Martin attempts to answer the question "Are some musicians naturally more talented than others?" What does the research say on this topic? ..... Everyone's Special and No One Is is a podcast about obscure, misunderstood, and/or controversial topics related to music.

Lauren Denemark and Andrew Weaver of Triple Threat Supervision join the podcast to share their work clearing the music for 'PURPLE BEATZ', a new drama film featuring drum and bass music. .... Everyone's Special and No One Is is a podcast about obscure, misunderstood, and/or controversial topics related to music.

How many artists on Spotify are able to make an income of $50k per year or greater from their streams? How many songs have under 1,000 streams? And how does all of this relate to Charlie The Unicorn? ..... Everyone's Special and No One Is is a podcast about obscure, misunderstood, and/or controversial topics related to music.

Continuing the story from episode #80 (Alternate Reality, part 1), Martin tries to imagine how he would survive living in Los Angeles. Dealing with high rent prices, chaotic roommate situations, and part-time jobs..... Everyone's Special and No One Is is a podcast about obscure, misunderstood, and/or controversial topics related to music.

Martin shares some updates on the podcast, including upcoming episodes and future music coming out.

What are the most common elements of pop songs? How has this "formula" changed over time? In this episode, we get into some surprising statistics about popular music. ..... Everyone's Special And No One Is is a podcast about obscure, misunderstood, and/or controversial topics related to music.

Martin's friend and co-worker Jill Reda joins the podcast to talk about why she became a vegan, and what it looks like to live a vegan lifestyle. .... Everyone's Special And No One Is is a podcast about obscure, misunderstood, and/or controversial topics related to music.

Martin walks through the process of recording and producing an electro swing song from start to finish. ….. Everyone's Special and No One Is is a podcast about obscure, misunderstood, and/or controversial topics related to music.

Frankie Diez returns to the podcast to talk about the YouTube Content ID system, and how music is monetized on the platform. // DISCLAIMER: We are not speaking on behalf of YouTube, music publishers, or any other company. Nothing in this podcast should be taken as legal advice. We are not experts, and we are definitely not lawyers. // Everyone's Special and No One Is is a podcast about obscure, misunderstood, and/or controversial topics related to music.

As an asexual person, would I ever consider having sex? -- To celebrate Ace Week (aka Asexual Awareness Week), I'm revisiting the topic of asexuality and aromanticism, giving an update on what has happened in my life since last year's Ace Week episode. // DISCLAIMER: My experiences should not be taken to be representative of the entire asexual community. As with any other sexuality, everyone's experiences are different. ............. Everyone's Special and No One Is is a podcast about obscure, misunderstood, and/or obscure topics related to music and also pride.

Martin went camping recently and had a very frightening encounter with a large animal.... Also this episode includes updates on destroying a guitar, going to the renaissance festival, and packing up childhood memories. ..... Everyone's Special And No One Is is a podcast about obscure, misunderstood, and/or controversial topics related to music.

Less than 30 minutes after skydiving for the first time, Martin talks with his family about his experience. Was it fun? Was it scary? Was it worth it? ..... Everyone's Special And No One Is is a podcast about obscure, misunderstood, and/or controversial topics related to music.

Martin imagines an alternate universe in which he moved to LA after graduating college. What would have turned out differently? What would have been the same? ......... Everyone's Special and No One Is is a podcast about obscure, misunderstood, and/or controversial topics related to muisc.

Experimental music ranges from mild to utterly insane ... Martin makes a song using only mundane sounds from his kitchen, such as chopping onions and running water in the sink. Also there's a song combining seven different genres. Also there's a song in multiple languages. Get excited for the craziness. ..... Everyone's Special and No One Is is a podcast about obscure, misunderstood, and/or controversial topics related to music.

Martin and his dad talk about the movie 'The Martian' (the classic 2015 sci-fi film featuring Matt Damon). How does the movie differ from the book it was based on? What are some key takeaways from the story that can be applied to everyday life? .... Everyone's Special and No One Is is a podcast about obscure, misunderstood, and/or controversial topics related to music. And sometimes movies too.

Martin shares his process for producing the background music used in episode #76 ("Does time exist?"), and shares some observations about podcast music in general. ..... Everyone's Special and No One Is is a podcast about obscure, misunderstood, and/or controversial topics related to music.

Does time exist or is it just an illusion? Why does it seem like time passes more quickly as we get older? And how can we stop that from happening? ..... Everyone's Special and No One Is is a podcast about obscure, misunderstood, and/or controversial topics related to music.

Martin makes some super-distorted hyperpop songs and talks through the production process. But anyway what is hyperpop? What characterizes hyperpop music? Martin talks about artists like Charli XCX and 100 Gecs and tries to emulate the essence of the genre. ...... Everyone's Special and No One Is is a podcast about obscure, misunderstood, and/or controversial topics related to music.

Martin compares his experiences with a professional mastering engineer to using online auto-mastering services (such as CloudBounce and LANDR). What is the difference between volume and loudness? And does mastering even matter now that loudness is being normalized on streaming services? ..... Everyone's Special and No One Is is a podcast about obscure, misunderstood, and/or controversial topics related to music.

Genres and sub-genres of EDM music can get pretty confusing… In this episode, Martin talks about House music and how it is different from other styles of EDM. Then he attempts to produce music in the style of Progressive House. …. Everyone's Special and No One Is is a podcast about obscure, misunderstood, and/or controversial topics related to music.

Martin and his friend Liam geek out about the time signatures in certain songs (including examples from: Taylor Swift, The Beatles, Rush, and Tyler The Creator). Why would you write a song in a weird time signature? How does it affect the listener's experience of the music? Martin and Liam ask questions and discuss the answers. ..... Everyone's Special and No One Is is a podcast about obscure, misunderstood, and/or controversial topics related to music.

Martin tries his hand at producing Lofi Hip Hop beats, sharing his process and production tricks. This episode is a bit of an emotional rollercoaster. ..... Everyone's Special and No One Is is a podcast about obscure, misunderstood, and/or controversial topics related to music.

Martin reflects back on episode 28 ("My Story: The PRESENT"), and how his life has changed within the year since it was recorded. ..... Everyone's Special and No One Is is a podcast about obscure, misunderstood, and/or controversial topics related to music.

What is the most iconic, legendary song to play at a wedding? Martin walks through his mother's wedding playlist and comments on the merits of each song. **FEATURING a special surprise guest appearance** ...... Everyone's Special and No One Is is a podcast about obscure, misunderstood, and/or controversial topics related to music.

It's time to close your eyes, put your feet up, and get transported to a moment in time. Well, actually, several moments in time. Today we are listening to recordings of musical and non-musical snapshots from a music festival. And also, of course, recordings from a pride parade. Because why not?

Martin interviews his friend Beck (@freakinthemomjeans) about artist management, podcasting, poetry, and what it's like to be non-binary. .... Everyone's Special and No One Is is a podcast about obscure, misunderstood, and/or controversial topics related to music and also pride.

Rafael ("Raf") Gomez, Synch Clearance Assistant at Kobalt Music, talks about the world of synch, some of his favorite music placements in film and TV, and advice on getting involved in the industry. Raf and Martin also discuss pride-related topics: Should you put your pronouns in your work signature? Which rainbow flag is the best? How can you support your LGBTQ+ friends? ..... Everyone's Special and No One Is is a podcast about obscure, misunderstood, and/or controversial topics related to music.

Martin is joined by his friend John Leppik to talk about writing his novel, playing Dungeons and Dragons, and what it's like to be demi-bisexual. ...... Everyone's Special and No One Is is a podcast about obscure, misunderstood, and/or controversial topics related to music.

Martin and his friend Frankie talk about pride in music lyrics and genres, and dealing with issues related to homophobia and heteronormativity in the music industry. .... Everyone's Special and No One Is is a podcast about obscure, misunderstood, and/or controversial topics related to music.

How can you network while still staying genuine? How many Grammy "Song of the Year" songs are about love? How can you manage your time with a long commute and a full-time job? .... This episode is a compilation of a few deleted scenes from previous episodes. .... Everyone's Special and No One Is is a podcast about obscure, misunderstood, and/or controversial topics related to music.

Do you ever get chills while watching movies? What about TV shows? Or reading a book? .... This is a deleted scene from Martin talking with his friend Bobby about chills back from episode #7. ...... Everyone's Special and No One Is is a podcast about obscure, misunderstood, and/or controversial topics related to music.

Now that we can listen to virtually any song at any time, how has that changed the way we consume and think about music? ... This is a deleted scene from episode #39 with Tanner Colpitts and Kate Schumann. .... Everyone's Special and No One Is is a podcast about obscure, misunderstood, and/or controversial topics related to music.

If you were traveling to another continent and could only bring one musical instrument with you, what would you bring? If you were hiring a new employee for an imaginary company, what interview questions would you ask? ... The podcast is taking a break during the month of May, but there will still be weekly releases with bonus content. ....... Everyone's Special and No One Is is a podcast about obscure, misunderstood, and/or controversial topics related to music.

Martin shares updates about moving across town, and also tries to explain why it's just really hard to send a particular text. ..... Everyone's Special and No One Is is a podcast about obscure, misunderstood, and/or controversial topics related to music.

How do you know when your song is finished?? As songwriters, so often we get stuck in the mindset of thinking "I could always make this better." ... This is the last episode in The Long Haul miniseries, where Martin talks about finishing his song "I Thought I Knew What I Wanted." .... Everyone's Special and No One Is is a podcast about obscure, misunderstood, and/or controversial topics related to music.

Martin reflects on how his voice has developed throughout the years, through vocal lessons, getting nasal surgery, and later intentionally trying to reduce his Minnesotan accent, and finally up to present insecurities. ..... Everyone's Special And No One Is is a podcast about obscure, misunderstood, and/or controversial topics related to music.

In this episode, we dive head first into rhyme theory: Are perfect rhymes actually better than slant rhymes? Can studying phonetics help your understanding of rhymes? And just how popular is RhymeZone.com? ..... Everyone's Special and No One Is is a podcast about obscure, misunderstood, and/or controversial topics related to music.

Why use a kick drum sample that someone else recorded when you can create your own? Sound design can be an extremely useful tool for music producers, under the right circumstances. ...... Everyone's Special and No One Is is a podcast about obscure, misunderstood, and/or controversial topics related to music.

What comes first? Music or Lyrics? Although it may seem like a simple question, it gets progressively more complex--and also more frustrating. .... Everyone's Special and No One Is is a podcast about obscure, misunderstood, and/or controversial topics related to music.

The song idea - that initial spark - is critical to the songwriting process. Without a good idea, you will not have a good song. So how do you come up with ideas? And what happens when you feel like you've run dry of new ideas? .... Everyone's Special and No One Is is a podcast about obscure, misunderstood, and/or controversial topics related to music.

In the final episode of the "Credits Amended" miniseries, Martin discusses the broader impact of copyright infringement lawsuits on the music industry. // DISCLAIMER: Nothing in this episode should be treated as legal advice. Large parts of this episode are based on informal research or just speculation. Take everything with a grain of salt. ..... Everyone's Special and No One Is is a podcast about obscure, misunderstood, and/or controversial topics related to music.

Martin interviews Addie Smith (they/them) and Bobby Rethwish (he/him) about their involvement in Crash Dance Productions, a dance company based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. .... Everyone's Special and No One Is is a podcast about obscure, misunderstood, and/or controversial topics related to music (or in this case, also dance).

In lieu of a more polished episode, Martin shares an update on things going on in his life recently.

Martin interviews Jon Lee about the five-year process of directing his first feature-length film, "Love is Life," which will be released on Monday, February 14th. ....... Everyone's Special and No One Is is a podcast about obscure, misunderstood, and/or controversial topics related to music. Or in this case, related to movies.

Martin and his friend Abigayle Kompst talk about their work on an upcoming film, "Love is Life", discussing their involvement in writing and producing the songs for the soundtrack. "Love is Life" is directed by Jon Lee, and it will be released to streaming platforms on Valentine's Day, February 14th. ..... Everyone's Special and No One Is is a podcast about obscure, misunderstood, and/or controversial topics related to music.

In 2015, Robin Thicke and Pharrell went to court against the Marvin Gaye estate for their song "Blurred Lines," which allegedly sounded too similar to "Got to Give It Up" by Marvin Gaye. The verdict remains one of the most controversial musical plagiarism outcomes in history. This episode is a deep dive into the case, including musical audio excerpts and comparisons. ..... Everyone's Special and No One Is is a podcast about obscure, misunderstood, and/or controversial topics related to music.

In 2015, "Stay With Me" by Sam Smith was accused of copying the melody from "I Won't Back Down" by Tom Petty. Why did this happen, how did this happen, and SHOULD it have happened? "Credits Amended" is a mini-series about songs that supposedly steal elements from other songs. Next week: Blurred Lines. ........ Everyone's Special and No One Is is a podcast about obscure, misunderstood, and/or controversial topics related to music.

Martin shares his experiences learning music theory in class and piano lessons, including sharing some **live** demonstrations on the piano. ..... Everyone's Special and No One Is is a podcast about obscure, misunderstood, and/or controversial topics related to music.

One year ago, Martin recorded himself asking a series of questions to his future self. Now he is answering those questions, engaging in a conversation with himself from the past. ..... Everyone's Special and No One Is is a podcast about obscure, misunderstood, and/or controversial topics related to music.