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You've probably heard the medleys. The same four chords and a plethora of songs. This is no mistake, nor is it actually that much of a mystery. 1-5-6-4 is the magic formula that SO many of our popular songs today use to create the soundscape that shapes our modern musical pallets. Join us as Robert and Jake unpack this simple, yet powerful progression as well as some CRAZY principles of music and sound that you didn't even know you use every single day.   Listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast

So, you have a favorite song by your favorite band, right?! What if.... that song is not actually by that band at all? We're talking BIG SONGS. Songs you know well! Prepare to have your mind blown! In this episode, Robert and Jake sit down with Nixon of the band Framing Hanley (You Stupid Girl, Criminal, Hear Me Now, Lollipop [Lil Wayne COVER]) and dive head first into the world of cover songs and why they can be a HUGE blessing and curse for yourself or your band.   Listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast

Whether it was taking 1st place in the world championships 4 times in a row, or taking the gold in the Olympics, world famous figure skater, Scott Hamilton knows a thing or two about success in the face of adversity. Through all of his greatest achievements in figure skating, it was the music that painted the backdrop to his most spectacular performances. Robert and Jake sit down with this legend and talk about some of Scott's most inspiring and hilarious moments thorought his life and career. We also discuss his incredible foundation, Scott Cares (https://www.scottcares.org/) and the number one thing that got him through cancer three separate times victoriously.  Listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast

Robert and Jake are taking a week to catch their breath and get ready for a HUGE interview! Listen to see who it is and how you can be involved in this one! Listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast

The devil is in the details! Especially when it comes to what we hear in our favorite movies and TV shows, and that's EXACTLY what we're talking to Emmy Award winning Foley artist, Gregg Barbanell, about this week. He's worked on shows/films like The Walking Dead, Breaking Bad, The Revenant, Dumb and Dumber, and countless more! Robert and Jake dive deep into the world of sound effects and what it takes to get them and discuss how the things you THINK you're hearing aren't really what you're hearing!  Listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast

You know him best as Malcolm In The Middle, Agent Cody Banks, and most recently from Dancing With The Stars, but DID YOU KNOW that Hollywood actor, Frankie Muniz, is not only a very talented drummer, but has had incredible success as a touring musician (thanks in-part to a little help from Robert)?! Robert and Jake talk with Frankie about his wild ride as an actor, race car driver, touring drummer (Kingsfoil), band manager (Astro Lasso), and now celebrity dancer! You DO NOT want to miss this one! Also, VOTE FOR FRANKIE (Team #FrannyPack): Call 1-800-868-3405 or online at ABC and Facebook!  (Song credit in order of appearance: They Might Be Giants - "Boss Of Me", Hanson - "MMMBop", Kingsfoil - "Grapevine Valentine", Astro Lasso - "Stay Safe" [Outro])  Listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast

Robert and Jake sit down with the legendary cartoonist, author, and animator, Guy Gilchrist, as he talks about what it took for him to go from doodling at his mother's cafe as a child to becoming world renown for his work with The Muppets, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Tom & Jerry, Pink Panther, Muppet Babies, Looney Tunes, Tiny Tunes, Fraggle Rock, Tiny Dinos, Nancy, and so many more. Listen as Guy talks about music and how it has always played a key role in his life and career. Listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast

Robert and Jake take a break from the norm and present you with a special gift.... Enjoy! Listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast

Ever wondered how a song becomes a hit? Is there some special secret? A magical equation written into the fabric of every #1 song? Robert and Jake take you deep into the steps taken for a Billboard chart topping hit, from song idea to the top of the charts. In this episode, hear the step by step process that took their band's single "Tell Me" to the #1 spot on Billboard, as you listen to the original voice memo in the shower all the way to the final mastered song as heard by listeners around the world!  If you're interested in hearing the original voice recordings and demo referenced in the podcast, Listen Here! Please be sure to listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast

99% of you listening to this podcast have a smartphone. Have you ever thought about wether it may be listening to you? How about opening up an app like facebook and seeing an advertisement for a product you were just having a conversation about? Hmmmm... Robert and Jake spill the beans on this question and reveal some shocking truths about the little computers we walk around with in our pockets. Who is listening, and why?  Please be sure to listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast

"Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells...." Bet you didn't know that's not originally a Christmas song at all! And what the heck is figgy pudding, and why are these people so insistant on getting some?! Listen to Robert and Jake go deep into the origin and meanings of some of our favorite Christmas songs.  Please be sure to listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast

Have we been singing songs to our children about beheaddings and war machines and didn't even know it? What about your favorite song? Could it really be about stalking your neighbor or even communism?! This week, Jake and Robert uncover the true meaning behind some of the world's most iconic songs and the true meaning behind them. Your jaw will drop when you hear the truth about some of them. Please be sure to listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast

We all know there are things that happen in the studio that we don't necessarily know about. With modern technology, we can make just about anything sound like anything else we want it to sound like. In this episode, Jake and Robert share some of the studio magic that goes into the music we hear every day. You will be surprised to hear what is possible in the studio. Please be sure to listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast

Did you know that songwriters don't "sell" songs? How much DOES it actually pay to have a #1 on the Billboard charts? Does fame mean money or money mean fame? Prepare to have your mind BLOWN in this episode as Jake and Robert spill the beans on some of the most common misconceptions in the music industry! Please be sure to listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast

One and done is the name of this game. The wonderful world of one hit wonders. Spanning 60 years, Robert and Jake will take you through a slew of incredibly popular songs whose performers you may have never even heard of. It takes a little bit of talent and a whole lot of luck to land a hit. Here are a few that got really lucky… once. Please be sure to listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast

Have you ever looked at the clouds and noticed a familiar face or your favorite animal? Have you ever been listening to someone talk, and you SWORE you heard them say something completely different than what they actually said? This is your brain trying to connect the dots in an effort to make sense of the world around you. In this episode, Jake and Robert show you examples of some of the most mysterious and crazy phenomena in the world of sound waves. Put both headphones in for this one, and get ready to have your mind blown!  Please be sure to listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast

We associate halftime shows with the latest and greatest artists of the day, performing their hearts out to hundreds of millions of fans, worldwide. But the Super Bowl halftime has QUITE the humble beginning. Dive in with Jake and Robert and hear how a military jetpack experiment found it's place, smack in the middle of the biggest game of the year, and why it just doesn't make sense to plug your instruments in on stage.  Please be sure to listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast

When we hear names like AC/DC or Led Zepplin, we all have a certain song or image that comes to mind. Have you ever stopped to think about where some of our favorite bands got there names? You will be surprised at how cool, and in some cases, how UN-cool their origins are. Robert and Jake take you back to the humble beginnings of some of the worlds biggest musical icons.  Please be sure to listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast

So, at this point in the game, we all know that there's a lot of funny business going on in the music "business". Players aren't really playing, singers arent really singing.... but do we really care? Kayfabe: "The suspension of disbelief." And does that have anything to do with the level of success of an artist, at all? Robert and Jake sit down with Jeff Jones (muician, singer, songwriter, really really old dude, and Jake's brother) and discuss why record labels and Grammy awards may truly have nothing to do with the "success" of an artist at all. Please be sure to listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast

If you haven't heard the news, CDs are out. With stores removing CDs from shelves, auto manufacturers taking players out of cars, and computers dropping disk drives altogether as well as streaming services like Spotify and iTunes Music, the days of popping a disc in the player are reaching an end. Or are they? Jake and Robert take you through time as they uncover the birth of recorded sound all the way into the modern, "$10/mo will get you any song on earth instantly." Should CDs live? Or should they die? Listen and decide for yourself! Check out Can O' Tambos! Please be sure to listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast

If you haven't heard the news, CDs are out. With stores removing CDs from shelves, auto manufacturers taking players out of cars, and computers dropping disk drives altogether as well as streaming services like Spotify and iTunes Music, the days of popping a disc in the player are reaching an end. Or are they? Jake and Robert take you through time as they uncover the birth of recorded sound all the way into the modern, "$10/mo will get you any song on earth instantly." Should CDs live? Or should they die? Listen and decide for yourself! Check out Can O' Tambos! Please be sure to listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast

Fight to the DEATH! Which is better??? More importantly, WHY?! In this episode of #TurnedUp, Jake and Robert break it down to the nitty gritty on the differences between analog and digital mediums, as well as the recording processes and why one of them may or may not be better than the other. They are joined by, guest, Jake Richards; singer and songwriter from the land of enchantment, New Mexico. Listen to the referenced audio clips HERE to hear the difference in audio quality between different bit depths and sample rates!  Check out Can O' Tambos! Please be sure to listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast

American Idol, The X Factor, America's Got Talent, The Voice... Chances are, you've seen at least one of these talent competitions. Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes to make it all happen? Have you ever thought to yourself, "I wonder if this is rigged..."  In this episode, Jake and Robert uncover some heavy truths about America's #1 reality singing competition, The Voice. Speaking with current and previous contestants of the hit TV show, as well as an anonymous source who spills a whole lotta beans. Go visit Missy Robertson and WILKES on the interwebs. Both amazing talent and fantastic humans. Please be sure to listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Spotify Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast Can O' Tambos

An unbelievable list of facts surrounding some of the most legendary artists to ever live! Jake and Robert spill some crazy and truly fun facts! It also doesn't hurt that Robert is tripping on cold medicine... Check out the list we referenced on Priximus!  Please be sure to listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Spotify Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast Can O' Tambos

We've heard them talked about. The coveted "record deal"! In this episode, Robert and Jake unpack what a record label actually is and what their role is in the music industry throughout history as well as today. You may be surprised. Please be sure to listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Spotify Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast Can O' Tambos  

Maybe you've never heard of it. Maybe it's all you listen to. Christian music has been making waves in the industry for over 30 years and its plight is a curious one. This week, Jake and Robert are joined by a special guest and bandmate, Justin Forshaw, as they talk about the ins and outs of what it means to be a "Christian" musician, and how that affects sales, touring, awards, perception, and success.  Please be sure to listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Spotify Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast Can O' Tambos  

Pt.2 - Maybe you've never heard of it. Maybe it's all you listen to. Christian music has been making waves in the industry for over 30 years and its plight is a curious one. This week, Jake and Robert are joined by a special guest and bandmate, Justin Forshaw, as they talk about the ins and outs of what it means to be a "Christian" musician, and how that affects sales, touring, awards, perception, and success.  Please be sure to listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Spotify Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast Can O' Tambos  

Some of the biggest music stars of our day may have had more than just a "lucky break" to thank for their stardom. The word is "Nepotism". And it may very well be the reason we know names like Lenny Kravitz and Lady Gaga. Jake and Robert reveal how some of the world's biggest rock and pop stars may have mom and/or dad to thank for their fame.  Become an exclusive Turned Up Patron!  Please be sure to listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Spotify Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast Can O' Tambos  

Almost all of us enjoy movies or television of some kind, and most are aware that there was a time when films were silent. But do you know why? The ability to record sound was invented before film, however, it was the ability to syncronize the audio and visual elements together that perplexed inventors and innovators for decades. Something so simple that even our phones and do it with no second thought. Robert and Jake sit down with post production engineer, Casey Barker, to learn about a day in the life of someone who's job is to edit and mix the sounds you hear in some of your favorite TV shows. Learn the history of how the worlds of film and sound colide to provide audiences with an emmersive experience every time we hit the play button.  Become an exclusive Turned Up Patron!  Please be sure to listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Spotify Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast Can O' Tambos

It's become synonymous with the rapper T-Pain. Used in over 90% of all popular music today. It's used to make parodies of the news, and has been protested by some of the biggest names in the biz. Producers and engineers have been trying to figure out how to do it well for over 70 years! We're talking about Autotune. But do you know how it actually works? What about it's history and origin? Robert and Jake take you behind the scenes of one of the industries most loved and hated tools for vocalist who are looking to sound their best and leave their mark.  Become an exclusive Turned Up Patron!  Please be sure to listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Spotify Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast Can O' Tambos  

It is LITERALLY the MOST important piece of the ENTIRE music industry! THE SONG! You may think it's as simple as sitting down and writing out your thoughts with a clever rhyme and a nifty melody, but in today's world, that couldn't be further from the truth! Songs come in all shapes and sizes, but the most successful ones, the one's you and I know, follow a tried and true formula that almost guarantees its success! Join Jake and Robert as they sit down with famed grammy winning songwriter and producer, Seth Mosley of Full Circle Music, as they explore the history of the songwriting biz and what it takes to craft a hit in 2018!  Go to www.turneduppodcast.com/SETH for your exclusive deal on Song Chasers! Become an exclusive Turned Up Patron!  Please be sure to listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Spotify Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast Can O' Tambos

If you have ears that an hear, then you've heard music. Even typing that feels ridiculous. We take our ability to hear and enjoy music for granted every day. But you may be SHOCKED to know how, insanely, complex our brains have to be just to simply hear music and recognize it as... music. Robert and Jake will take you through just a few of the reasons why this fascinating ability is one of the most incredible and intriguing things that make us uniquely human.  Go to www.turneduppodcast.com/SETH for your exclusive deal on Song Chasers! Become an exclusive Turned Up Patron!  Please be sure to listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Spotify Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast Can O' Tambos

From the JFK assasination to the moon landing, we've all heard 'em. Conspiracy theories will live as long as humans do. But what about conspiracies in music? Could some of our favorite and most beloved musicians still walk among us? Jake and Robert dive deep into some of the most intriguing theories surrounding some of the most iconic performers of the past century.  Go to www.turneduppodcast.com/SETH for your exclusive deal on Song Chasers! Become an exclusive Turned Up Patron!  Please be sure to listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Spotify Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast Can O' Tambos

By now, we all know that so much of "reality TV" is about as far from reality as Bigfoot, but what about award shows? Are the winners picked in advance? Do fan votes matter? Does talent and artistry play into the equation AT ALL?! Robert and Jake dive into some of the most prestigious awards that any musical artist or engineer can receive and cast light on how the process REALLY works.  Go to www.turneduppodcast.com/SETH for your exclusive deal on Song Chasers! Become an exclusive Turned Up Patron!  Please be sure to listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Spotify Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast Can O' Tambos

By the time an artist or a band makes it to the studio, they’ve spent years perfecting their craft. The songs are written, the music is set, and it’s time to make the hits… All of the technical work sits on the shoulders of the engineer(s). It’s time for the producer to step up to the plate and his job is 90% mind games and 10% magic. Robert and Jake let you into the psychological approach that producer's have to take in order to capture the perfect performance from any artist. Go to www.turneduppodcast.com/SETH for your exclusive deal on Song Chasers! Become an exclusive Turned Up Patron!  Please be sure to listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Spotify Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast Can O' Tambos

PART TWO! - By the time an artist or a band makes it to the studio, they’ve spent years perfecting their craft. The songs are written, the music is set, and it’s time to make the hits… All of the technical work sits on the shoulders of the engineer(s). It’s time for the producer to step up to the plate and his job is 90% mind games and 10% magic. Robert and Jake let you into the psychological approach that producer's have to take in order to capture the perfect performance from any artist. Go to www.turneduppodcast.com/SETH for your exclusive deal on Song Chasers! Become an exclusive Turned Up Patron!  Please be sure to listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Spotify Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast Can O' Tambos

Known as "Mr. Showman" for his over-the-top performances and stage shows, Liberace was more than a spectacle to partake. His shiny suits, rhinestone studded pianos, and his elaborate stage set-ups were hardly the tip of the ice burg when it came to "The Wealthiest Entertainer" of the 50s through the 80s. Inspiring some of the greatest musical acts of the 20th and 21st centuries including Sir Elton John and Lady Gaga, his fame and fortune came at a high cost and allowed him one of the strangest lifestyles you'll ever hear of. Shrouded in secrecy and lies, his life was cut short by AIDS... but his family and manager would have had you believe otherwise. Listen as Robert and Jake take you on a truly bizarre journey as they uncover some of the craziest things they've ever covered on the podcast. This week, it's all about Liberace. The man behind the Candelabra.  Go to www.turneduppodcast.com/SETH for your exclusive deal on Song Chasers! Become an exclusive Turned Up Patron!  Please be sure to listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Spotify Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast Can O' Tambos

Arachnophobia, the fear of spiders. Claustrophobia, the fear of small spaces. Melophobia... The fear of music?! Is this a real thing? Yes... it is. Jake and Robert take you on a journey through the fear of something that brings joy to most! Go to www.turneduppodcast.com/SETH for your exclusive deal on Song Chasers! Become an exclusive Turned Up Patron!  Please be sure to listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Spotify Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast Can O' Tambos

What does it MEAN?! Are we handing over dancers and birds to people? Is it a coded message? Maybe it's about a celebration. We've all heard the 12 Days Of Christmas, but do we ACTUALLY know what it's all about? Or for that matter... does anyone? Robert and Jake take you on an adventure through each of the "twelve days" and explore what it really means. You will be surprised!  Go to www.turneduppodcast.com/SETH for your exclusive deal on Song Chasers! Become an exclusive Turned Up Patron!  Please be sure to listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Spotify Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast Can O' Tambos

Tired of hearing those Christmas tunes already? You're not alone. Maybe you LOVE them! (Jake does!) When was the last iconic Christmas classic written? Listen and find out WHY these yearly staples have stuck and why there's only been one added to the "Christmas music staple" list in the past 25 years! And while these songs are intended to bring joy during the holiday season, Jake and Robert talk about why they may be having the opposite affect on many.  Go to www.turneduppodcast.com/SETH for your exclusive deal on Song Chasers! Become an exclusive Turned Up Patron!  Please be sure to listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Spotify Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast Can O' Tambos

We'll be back on Dec. 31st! While Jake and Robert spend time with their families, enjoy some fantastic dad jokes and have a wonderful Christmas!  Go to www.turneduppodcast.com/SETH for your exclusive deal on Song Chasers! Become an exclusive Turned Up Patron!  Please be sure to listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Spotify Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast Can O' Tambos

We all know the drill. You're watching your favorite soap (the one where they guy dies and it turns out he was the girls dad and not her brother), and 10 minutes in... BAM!!!!!! An obnoxiously loud commercial for the new Bob Ross Chia Pet comes on and makes you drop your freshly mixed Metamucil all over your favorite pair of corduroys... or maybe that's just Robert. Either way, we've all had to scramble for the remote to turn down/mute the commercials. Why on earth are they so loud?! Is it on purpose? Are there any laws for that kind of thing? (HINT: There are). Find out this and tons more as Robert and Jake discuss the trickery and science behind why those SlimFast ads almost blow your ear drums out every time.  Go to www.turneduppodcast.com/SETH for your exclusive deal on Song Chasers! Become an exclusive Turned Up Patron!  Please be sure to listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Spotify Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast Can O' Tambos

The insanely talented actress and voiceover artist, Marieve Herington (Big City Greens, How I Met Your Mother, Sophia The First, The Middle) spills the beans on how cartoon characters begin as an idea and then take on life as they gain their voice.   Robert and Jake take you through the magic that becomes our favorite cartoons, and you might be surprised to know how it all actually works! Give her a follow on Instagram to check out her new series "INSTAGRAMMIE" at @redherington! Go to www.turneduppodcast.com/SETH for your exclusive deal on Song Chasers! Become an exclusive Turned Up Patron!  Please be sure to listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Spotify Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast Can O' Tambos

Robert and Jake went to the iHeartRadio Podcast Awards, caused a little trouble, and had a LOT of fun!  But, what actually happened behind the scenes?  What is it like on the red carpet?  What food were the celebs dining on?  Well, take a listen and find out!  Be sure to check out our friends Aaron Mahnke in Lore, and Krista and Lindsey in Almost 30 Podcast! Go to www.turneduppodcast.com/SETH for your exclusive deal on Song Chasers! Become an exclusive Turned Up Patron!  Please be sure to listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Spotify Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast Can O' Tambos Go to www.turneduppodcast.com/SETH for your exclusive deal on Song Chasers! Become an exclusive Turned Up Patron!  Please be sure to listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Spotify Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast Can O' Tambos

 Robert and Jake have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to talk with the writer of that very song who is also the founder of the 1950s & 60s Doo-Wop group The Crests, JT Carter,  as they explore the music industry as it was compared to how it is.  Go to www.turneduppodcast.com/SETH for your exclusive deal on Song Chasers! Become an exclusive Turned Up Patron!  Please be sure to listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Spotify Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast Can O' Tambos Go to www.turneduppodcast.com/SETH for your exclusive deal on Song Chasers! Become an exclusive Turned Up Patron!  Please be sure to listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Spotify Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast Can O' Tambos

Robert and Jake start to unravel the tapestry of the mystery that shrouds the murder of music legend, Sam Cooke.  We know WHO pulled the trigger, but do we REALLY? Go to www.turneduppodcast.com/SETH for your exclusive deal on Song Chasers! Become an exclusive Turned Up Patron!  Please be sure to listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Spotify Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast Can O' Tambos  

A packed list of sound facts to blow your mind! Jake and Robert explore some fun, wild, and downright bizarre facts about the way sound works.  Go to www.turneduppodcast.com/SETH for your exclusive deal on Song Chasers! Become an exclusive Turned Up Patron!  Please be sure to listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Spotify Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast Can O' Tambos  

Jake and Robert expose some truths about the history of telephones, if cell phones are TRULY wireless, and if anyone is listening.  Go to www.turneduppodcast.com/SETH for your exclusive deal on Song Chasers! Become an exclusive Turned Up Patron!  Please be sure to listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Spotify Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast Can O' Tambos  

Almost all of us have done it. You want that job... no, you NEED that job, so you "exaggerate" a couple of details on your resumé to help your chances. The music industry is NO different. From creative picture taking to the classic "shared the stage with..." tale, Jake and Robert talk about it ALL!  Go to www.turneduppodcast.com/SETH for your exclusive deal on Song Chasers! Become an exclusive Turned Up Patron!  Please be sure to listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Spotify Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast Can O' Tambos

Jake and Robert spill the beans on 20 of the craziest behind-the-scenes stories from inside the recording studio. From Elvis to Guns N Roses, hear what it took these legends to capture the magic that made music history! Go to www.turneduppodcast.com/SETH for your exclusive deal on Song Chasers! Become an exclusive Turned Up Patron!  Please be sure to listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Spotify Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast Can O' Tambos

Here are some interesting facts (and opinions) about some albums recorded in some artist's basements, musicians who play CHEAP instruments, and stories about bands who judge quality based on what they see on Instagram! Listen as Jake and Robert talk about it ALL!  Go to www.turneduppodcast.com/SETH for your exclusive deal on Song Chasers! Become an exclusive Turned Up Patron!  Please be sure to listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Spotify Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast Can O' Tambos

 Jake and Robert join forces with Jen and Mel of Your BFF Podcast to bring you a HILARIOUS and insightful show! Go to www.turneduppodcast.com/SETH for your exclusive deal on Song Chasers! Become an exclusive Turned Up Patron!  Please be sure to listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Spotify Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast Can O' Tambos

BATTLE!!!!  I bet there are things about music and sound that even WE didn't know, so.... Jake and Robert battle it out with random facts about music and sound, and try to stump each other... who will win?!  Facts about the music industry, amazing music trivia, and epic "did you know" questions will get those hamsters in your brain running! Go to www.turneduppodcast.com/SETH for your exclusive deal on Song Chasers! Become an exclusive Turned Up Patron!  Please be sure to listen and subscribe! And don't forget to rate and review: iTunes Podcast Spotify Stitcher Radio PodBean Twitter: @TurnedUpPodcast Instagram: @TurnedUpPodcast Facebook: /TurnedUpPodcast Can O' Tambos

Sure, we can sing all the words to every one of their songs, but did you know that many of the musicians you know and love have had (or still do have) day jobs? And, what's all the fuss about grits?  Well, in this episode, grits play an important part of one singer's transition out of the spotlight.  Not all celebrities have it all together, and some of them never wanted to be famous in the first place!  Robert Venable and Jake Jones tell it all in this behind the scenes podcast!

Playing in the garage, at dive bars, churches, etc. is as far as many great musicians ever get.  But, how did some break out and make it big? In this episode, Jake and Robert, along with special guest pop singer Kristine Mirelle, talk about it all!  By the way, this episode was recorded on location from JBL Fest, in Las Vegas, on the brand new AKG Lyra USB Microphone! Click Here to get unreleased PRIVATE episodes, bonus content, and an even MORE behind the scenes look at the music industry!

Endorsement deals:  Free stuff... money... gear... but, in exchange for what?  How do they get this stuff?  How about the weird and strange endorsements that musicians try to push on us?  In this episode, Jake and Robert, along with special guest singer/songwriter Cory Edward Brown, talk about it all!  By the way, this episode was recorded on location from JBL Fest, in Las Vegas, on the brand new AKG Lyra USB Microphone! Click Here to get unreleased PRIVATE episodes, bonus content, and an even MORE behind the scenes look at the music industry!

How old are the Kidz Bop "kids" in real life? What's it like on the road with a HUGE name in the industry? Faking it on stage?! We might get in trouble... again... for publishing the secrets in this episode. Listen as Jake and Robert, along with special guests Sean Michael Murray and Hayden Maringer of EVARIDE talk about it all!  By the way, this episode was recorded on location from JBL Fest, in Las Vegas, on the brand new AKG Lyra USB Microphone! Click Here to get unreleased PRIVATE episodes, bonus content, and an even MORE behind the scenes look at the music industry!

We've covered some of these fun facts about Christmas songs before, but we've added a lot more "WHOAs to the HO-HO-HOs! ...Including little known facts about the song "Christmas Shoes!" Listen as Jake and Robert, along with special guest Chad Green talk about it all, LIVE from the University of North Alabama!  Click Here to get unreleased PRIVATE episodes, bonus content, and an even MORE behind the scenes look at the music industry!

With an FBI file the size of a large encyclopedia, Frank Sinatra had a lot of buzz around him. Winning Oscars and Grammys while getting banned from the White House. Was he secretly a Communist? Was he in the Mob? Listen as Jake and Robert, share the public and not-so-public life of Frank Sinatra!  Click Here to support Turned Up, get unreleased PRIVATE episodes, bonus content, and an even MORE behind the scenes look at the music industry!

Which all-female singing group didn’t hear their own album until AFTER it was recorded? Who stole Mariah Carey’s songs? Who snuck Princess Diana into a gay bar after binging Golden Girls reruns? Listen as Jake and Robert, share a ton of random music industry facts!  Click Here to support Turned Up, get unreleased PRIVATE episodes, bonus content, and an even MORE behind the scenes look at the music industry!