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Listen 2 This is a podcast featuring mix engineer Luke Campolieta and bassist Ben Williams. We explore songs we like. We research what they mean, how they were recorded, why they were written, why we like them, and why you should listen to this.

Ben Williams & Luke Campolieta

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    • Oct 12, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 14m AVG DURATION
    • 163 EPISODES

    5 from 11 ratings Listeners of Listen 2 This that love the show mention: songs, music, great, ben and luke.



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    "Hash Pipe" by Weezer

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2022 24:46


    Artists stay doing weird things to get in the zone. I wonder if Podcasters are out here doing the most too? Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listen_2_this_podcast/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listen2thisSupport the show

    "Move Bitch" by Ludacriss

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2022 23:58


    Can't be road raging like we did in the early 2000s. Too many potholes and people looking at TikToks. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listen_2_this_podcast/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listen2thisSupport the show

    "Use Me" by Bill Withers

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2022 24:05


    Sometimes doing the least makes us feel the most. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listen_2_this_podcast/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listen2thisSupport the show

    "The Trooper" by Iron Maiden

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2022 24:21


    Who needs history when you have Iron Maiden riffs? Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listen_2_this_podcast/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listen2thisSupport the show

    "Started From The Bottom" by Drake

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2022 23:25


    Our podcast started from the bottom and we are still there! Plus we talk about one of the most obscure samples in a rap song. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listen_2_this_podcast/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listen2thisSupport the show

    "Do It Again" by Steely Dan

    Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Aug 17, 2022 24:54


    We are talking HIFI SOUNDS on this one. Steely Dan is THE music for balding audio geniuses who still hang on to the aspirational pony tail. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listen_2_this_podcast/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listen2thisThe Enthusiasm ProjectDeep dives exploring the world of what it means to be an independent creator.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show

    "Banquet" by Bloc Party

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2022 25:07


    Can guitars sound British? This week we talk about one of Ben's favorite bands from his high school years. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listen_2_this_podcast/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listen2thisTuff Conversations Podcast We have the toughest conversations. Nothing is too big, too spicy or too much to cover....Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show

    "Back to Black" by Amy Winehouse

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2022 23:49


    I thought we already did this song by AC/DC in season 1? Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listen_2_this_podcast/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listen2thisSmells Like HumansLike spending time with funny friends talking about curious human behavior. Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show

    "Big Yellow Taxi" by Joni Mitchell

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 26:08


    Ben kinda freaks out on this one. Would you go to a tree museum? Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listen_2_this_podcast/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listen2thisSounding Out with Izzy: A Grrrl's Two Sound Cents PodcastHosted by Isabel Corp, founder of the feminist music blog A Grrrl's Two Sound Cents,...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show

    "Tom Sawyer" by Rush

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2022 25:39


    The only band that matters gets explored by the only pod that matters. Season 6 is upon us and what a glorious way to start. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listen_2_this_podcast/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listen2thisTime Well Wasted - Dirty, Unfiltered, Inappropriate, HILARIOUS!Hilarious segments, dirty topics, sexual content, games, challenges and special guests! Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show

    SEASON 6 COMING SOON

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2022 1:43


    Season6 coming soon. We are excited! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listen_2_this_podcast/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listen2this Support the show

    "Genie in a Bottle" by Christina Aguilera

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2022 9:23


    Ben is team Britanny but ya know, this song is alrightInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/listen_2_this_podcast/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listen2thisSupport the show

    "You're Still The One" by Shania Twain

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2022 15:17


    Some people think Mark Twain is the best Twain. Those people are fuckin highInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/listen_2_this_podcast/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listen2thisSupport the show

    "Sex On Fire" by Kings of Leon

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2022 14:13


    How important is a title for a song? Do painkillers make you write good guitar parts? IS THIS SONG ABOUT AN STD?!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listen_2_this_podcast/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listen2thisSupport the show

    "Say My Name" by Destiny's Child

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2022 17:30


    Did you know the original members of Destiny's Child didn't know they were replaced until they saw the video for this song? THATS DIRTAYInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/listen_2_this_podcast/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listen2thisSupport the show

    "Why Can't I" by Liz Phair

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2022 13:23


    Why can't I update our Patreon? It's ineviTAble. This song is freaking incredible man. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listen_2_this_podcast/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listen2thisSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/listen2this)

    "No Diggity" by Blackstreet

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2022 15:37


    Bill Withers samples, Teddy Riley and Dr. Dre! As Quagmire would say, diggity diggity. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listen_2_this_podcast/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listen2thisSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/listen2this)

    "SexyBack" by Justin Timberlake

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2022 15:22


    Almost couldn't get do this episode; Ben has JT muted on Spotify. TO THE PODCAST Y'ALLInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/listen_2_this_podcast/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listen2thisSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/listen2this)

    "Salt Shaker" by Ying Yang Twins feat Lil Jon and The Eastside Boys

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2022 12:42


    I like pepper more than salt. But I like this song more than both spices. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listen_2_this_podcast/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listen2thisSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/listen2this)

    "I Want It That Way" by The Backstreet Boys

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2022 13:54


    LISTEN 2 THIS IS BACK...ALRIGHTInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/listen_2_this_podcast/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listen2thisSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/listen2this)

    "Low" by Flo-Rida featuring T-Pain

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2022 13:38


    Join us for this incredible song which was making people just go crazy in the frat house basement dance floor. Featuring a catchy hook, unbelievable vocal harmonies, and PRODUCT PLACEMENT!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listen_2_this_podcast/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listen2thisSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/listen2this)

    "Cotton Eye Joe" by Rednex

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2022 12:29


    If Ikea made a fiddle? I miss music like this...where did you come from?  where did you go? Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listen_2_this_podcast/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listen2thisSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/listen2this)

    "I'll Be" by Edwin McCain

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2022 13:50


    Is a great song always a great song? Yeah prob. And does the sax mean somebody is getting some? Abso-freaking-lutely. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listen_2_this_podcast/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listen2thisSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/listen2this)

    "A Moment Like This" by Kelly Clarkson

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2022 15:03


    How do we change keys but keep a song feeling uniform like a Simon Cowell t-shirt? Some people wait a lifetime for a podcast like this. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listen_2_this_podcast/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listen2thisSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/listen2this)

    "Gettin' Jiggy wit it" by Will Smith

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2022 13:53


    Season 5! We are back and at em with Middle School Dance Music Throughout the Ages (future TM). Join us as we chaperone you through one of the most awkward and seminal podcast listening experiences of your life. GET JIGGY WIT US AND PUT DOWN THOSE DAMN BEANIE BABIES!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listen_2_this_podcast/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listen2thisSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/listen2this)

    "Electric Feel" by MGMT

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2022 13:06


    A funky bass line, crazy and trippy pentatonic melodies...this tune is a BANGER! But whatever you do, don't go in the foam. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listen_2_this_podcast/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listen2thisSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/listen2this)

    "All-Star" by Smash Mouth

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2022 15:28


    The song that launched a million memes. Join us for the last episode of Season4. SOMEBODEH 1NCE....Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listen_2_this_podcast/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listen2thisSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/listen2this)

    "Aerials" by System of a Down

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2021 12:59


    Armenian harmonic structures and epic riffs; let's dive on in to one of the coolest songs we've done on the podcast. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listen_2_this_podcast/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listen2thisSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/listen2this)

    "Higher" by Creed

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2021 13:40


    He is lifting up us for this podcast, y'all. And by "He" I obviously am talking about Scott Stapp. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listen_2_this_podcast/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listen2thisSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/listen2this)

    "Nookie" by Limp Bizkit

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2021 15:05


    Maybe the most controversial band we've ever covered on Listen 2 This, but Ben was really feeling it. A song that only a group of dudes from this era of Jacksonville could ever produce; STICK IT UP YER YEAHHHH! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listen_2_this_podcast/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listen2thisSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/listen2this)

    "Youth Of The Nation" by P.O.D

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2021 19:37


    Booming drums, chorusy guitars, and how to make triangles sound heavy and cinematic. Ahhhh those damn youths *Schmidt Voice*Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/listen2this)

    "Headstrong" by Trapt

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2021 16:08


    One of the most thunderous riffs by one of the only bands to be permanently banned from Twitter. Time to do some freakin pull-ups, son! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listen_2_this_podcast/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listen2thisSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/listen2this)

    "Kryptonite" by 3 Doors Down

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2021 13:09


    Do you remember what you did to pass the time during high school maths? I don't even wanna get into all that. Seems incriminating. But 3 Doors Down was all about some drum tapping; plus, how to make room for arpeggios in your life! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listen_2_this_podcast/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listen2thisSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/listen2this)

    "She Hates Me" by Puddle of Mudd

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2021 16:17


    Simple, sarcastic, seething, and hilarious. This band left their mark with this classic la la la laaaaaa. Season 4 continues with the Puddle of Mudd soundd. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listen_2_this_podcast/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listen2thisSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/listen2this)

    "Faint" by Linkin Park

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2021 13:50


    What makes a song connect with everybody, everywhere? How great do these guitars sound? LP really did the damn thing. Season 4 best of 2000s rock continues! Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/listen2this)

    "Last Resort" by Papa Roach

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2021 16:48


    SUFFOCATION. NO BREATHING. WELCOME TO SEASON 4 OF LISTEN 2 THIS (BEST OF 2000s ROCK). Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listen_2_this_podcast/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listen2thisSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/listen2this)

    "Stacy's Mom" by Fountains of Wayne

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2021 16:18


    One of the most perfect pop rock songs of all time. Probably the peak of our country's sense of humor. Welcome to the last episode of Season 3! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listen_2_this_podcast/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listen2thisSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/listen2this)

    "Paper Planes" by M.I.A

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2021 9:42


    Americans understand guns and money, amiright? Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listen_2_this_podcast/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listen2thisSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/listen2this)

    "Float On" by Modest Mouse

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2021 11:21


    Sometimes we need to feel good because everything is so bad. Is this song about tubing down a river or just trying to stay alive without being miserable every freakin second? Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/listen2this)

    "No One Knows" by Queens of The Stone Age

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2021 15:39


    What is this song about? My Homme Josh prob knows. not sure who else tho...Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listen_2_this_podcast/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listen2this Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/listen2this)

    "Unwritten" by Natasha Bedingfield

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2021 13:06


    You can shampoo your hair or listen to this song. Ain't no need to do both! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listen_2_this_podcast/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listen2thisSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/listen2this)

    "Say You'll Be There" by Spice Girls

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2021 14:32


    Did Stevie Wonder play this freakin harmonica solo or something? Also, B.E.N can reminder all the Spice Girls. lots of free HBO in his childhood. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/listen2this)

    "The Reason" by Hoobastank

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2021 15:49


    If Mountain Dew Code Red were a band, that band would be Hoobastank. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listen_2_this_podcast/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listen2thisSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/listen2this)

    "Emotions" by Mariah Carey

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2021 15:40


    What the fuckkkkk...that's all we've got to say about this one. Have there even been like 100 singers as good as Mariah Carey? Strap on your feelings for this podcast, y'all. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listen_2_this_podcast/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listen2thisSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/listen2this)

    "Bring Me To Life" by Evanescence

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2021 16:49


    Some of the most iconic backup vocals of all time plus a lot of other audio goodies in this tune. Can you believe lots of songs used to sound like this? The years start coming and they don't stop coming. 

    "Flim" by Aphex Twin

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2021 13:20


    How does chaotic music feel calming? And is boredom important to the creation of new ideas? The title of this song will always get auto-corrected, and I've been texting about it for YEARS trust me. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listen_2_this_podcast/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listen2this

    "One More Time" by Daft Punk

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2021 11:53


    we hope for a future where the robots are more into music than being used as sex objects. what a conundrum for the French though, amiright? Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listen_2_this_podcast/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listen2this

    "I'm Not Okay (I Promise)" by My Chemical Romance

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2021 15:36


    Guitar octaves, a dynamic vocal performance, and guyliner. We recorded this in a Hot Topic. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listen_2_this_podcast/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listen2this

    "Sk8er Boi" by Avril Lavigne

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2021 13:25


    Two Avril songs in a row? Hell yeah. We dem Lavigne Bois. 

    "Complicated" by Avril Lavigne

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2021 13:19


    Does anybody want to get to the mall? get an orange Julius? Not tie a tie around our necks? Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listen_2_this_podcast/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listen2this

    "Bad and Boujee" by Migos

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2021 15:43


    Are Migos the Beatles? They certainly get as experimenting with half step harmony. Also, what makes music sound greeeezy. Come find out (MAMA)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listen_2_this_podcast/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listen2this

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