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PODCAST

Brothers in Song

Daniel Collin & Joseph Collin

Joe and Dan are brothers and musicians. On this podcast, they discuss influential albums, a variety of musical topics, and learn a little about each other along the way.

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00:16:31

Mini Episode: PJ Harvey - Send His Love To Me

Brothers in Song ·

2021/08/01

On today's episode, Dan introduces Joe to one of his favorite artists, PJ Harvey and the song "Send His Love To Me." It's an unrequited love song, yes, but it's so much more. Simple structure, but lush instrumentation. Common themes, but also, in-your-face and unsettling. This song is quintessential PJ Harvey if you've never heard her before. As a bonus, you also get a cell phone interruption and an obnoxious exhaust note from a muscle car driving by Dan's house. And lest we forget, you also get a

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00:17:06

Mini Episode: Guiseppe Verdi - "The Quartet" from...

Brothers in Song ·

2021/07/25

So you say you don't like opera, huh? Well, if you have ears you should really like this. The Quartet from Rigoletto is extremely complex, yet when it's done well, the music and performers make it seem effortless and undeniably beautiful. "Seem" being the operative word. Spend some time with it, and we're sure you'll agree this is some of the best music on Earth. Follow the link below to hear the version of the piece we listened to for the show. https://youtu.be/HknAWa0br50

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00:17:17

Mini Episode: Pearl Jam - Alive

Brothers in Song ·

2021/07/20

Welcome to our first Summer Sunday Mini Episode. In this one we finally talk about Pearl Jam, a band we've mentioned a number of times on the program. Alive is a great song that still holds up today, and it's now a classic rock staple. But it's a little weirder than you might think and doesn't have a whole lot of conventional elements that make up most hit songs. In any case, it's one of our favorites. Check out the links below to enjoy a live performance by Pearl Jam. And also merch! Pearl Jam

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00:49:12

Stevie Wonder - Songs In The Key Of Life

Brothers in Song ·

2021/07/11

New York City musician Kelsey Warren (AKA Blak Emoji) joins us to share his thoughts on one of his favorites, an album so f###king good we run out of superlatives and just start cursing. In the words of our guest, "If you don't like Stevie Wonder, I can't even trust you!" Kelsey is a great musician in his own right, and it was awesome to talk to him. Please follow the links below see what Kelsey is up to and check out his music! We've also included links to the references we discuss in the episode

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00:44:26

Mumford & Sons - Delta

Brothers in Song ·

2021/07/04

Things get pretty deep and philosophical on this episode. The brothers talk about life, loss, the wonder of nature, and of course, the humbling void of outer space. Don't worry. Somewhere in there is music to discuss. But that's what the best music does, right? It gets you to think and feel things! Per usual we ask you to check out the links below to help you enjoy the episode. Thanks for listening, friends! Mumford & Sons/National Geographic music video

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00:45:58

The Beach Boys - Pet Sounds

Brothers in Song ·

2021/06/29

This sure ain't Surfin' USA! Pet Sounds is definitely one of those landmark albums that fans would admonish us for because we didn't listen sooner. On this installment Joe pays tribute to some of his favorite composers, and Dan falls down the research rabbit hole. We also try to identify a bunch of weird instruments. There's a lot to tackle here, so take the trip with us. Check out the links below for a bunch of fun videos featuring Joe's favorite composers and other goodies. Summa for Strings by

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00:34:12

John Legend - Love In The Future

Brothers in Song ·

2021/06/20

Did Dan just enjoy another pop album? After a much needed "luftpause," we discuss John Legend's place in the culture as well as this varied and interesting 2013 album. Joe also gives us a little pop culture trivia to start us off. As always we nerd out on vocal stuff and provide a couple of interesting links below to help you enjoy this week's episode. Make sure to follow us on Instagram and Twitter as well as check out our new merch store. John Legend & Common perform

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00:42:36

Billie Eilish - When We All Fall Asleep Where Do We Go?

Brothers in Song ·

2021/06/06

Did Billie Eilish just make us contemplate life, art, and the meaning of existence?? We always end the show with the tagline, "Listen to some new music. You may surprise yourself." This was definitely a surprise to us. It only goes to show that repeated listening can lead you to hear things you hadn't heard before and change opinions. We begin the episode talking about quirky and unusual voices (like Billie Eilish herself). We've included a few links below to some live performances by the artists

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00:41:14

Richard Wagner - The Flying Dutchman overture

Brothers in Song ·

2021/05/30

It's our first foray into classical music! If you didn't think it was possible for Joe and Dan to talk for 41 minutes about an 11 minute piece of music, you haven't been listening to the podcast very long! As usual, you'll get a couple of tortured analogies from Dan, and Joe uses his expertise to put everything in it's proper context. If you're inexperienced with opera or classical music please check out the links below. They will definitely enhance your enjoyment on this wild ride with Der

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00:45:08

Peter Gabriel - So

Brothers in Song ·

2021/05/23

We know everyone loves In Your Eyes. (You do. Don't you?) But what about the rest of the hit album, So, by Peter Gabriel? Turns out there's a ton to like. Joe takes issue with some of the more "experimental" moments on the record, while Dan can't remember anyone's name. Not even Youssou N'Dour who contributed the distinctive vocal improvisations at the end of the aforementioned, In Your Eyes. As usual we've included a bunch of links in the notes below that will hopefully augment this episode and

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00:43:28

Nat King Cole - The Very Thought of You

Brothers in Song ·

2021/05/16

"Madison Avenue is afraid of the dark." That's what entertainment pioneer, vocalist extraordinaire, and American icon, Nat King Cole said after his variety show, the first on network TV host by a Black person, was cancelled. Fortunately, though he did not have a long life, Cole left a huge body of work for us to enjoy. In this episode, the brothers go full on music nerd while discussing the finer details of his 1958 album, The Very Thought of You. Cole recorded this one with an orchestra, and his

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00:53:06

Dolly Parton - Jolene

Brothers in Song ·

2021/05/09

More fun facts than a Dolly dress has rhinestones! First, we have a lively talk about Parton's cultural impact and recent resurgence in popularity. We spend the second half of the episode on Jolene. It's a short album, only 25 minutes long. But there's so much to hear and discuss, from Dolly's lyrics and voice to the highly skilled session musicians. Follow the links below to access a couple of interesting articles we reviewed for the show, a demo video on the pedal steel (the highly distinctive

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00:42:04

The Police - Synchronicity

Brothers in Song ·

2021/05/02

"Every pod you make... Every edit you fake... Every hot take... Every mic you break, I'll be watching you..." There are some bands that you just forget how good they are. The Police are one of those bands. Not that every track on this 80's classic is a gem. But the ones that are... Holy Hell! Joe makes an astute connection to composer Phillip Glass, and Dan manages to talk about Pearl Jam... again. Check out the link below so you can see why we like Stewart Copeland so

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00:46:18

Megadeth - Rust in Peace

Brothers in Song ·

2021/04/25

ReAdy t0 HAvE YoUr FacE MELTED?!?! In this episode the brothers have a nuanced discussion regarding the finer points of this thrash metal staple. In addition, Dan tortures a couple of metaphors, and Joe needs a couple of Tylenol.Finally don't forget to check out the link below to see a very cool live performance by Megadeth that we talked about . Whether you like this stuff or not, these guys could play! https://youtu.be/eKBOc1uJ0Jc

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00:33:47

Bruno Mars - Unorthodox Jukebox

Brothers in Song ·

2021/04/18

There's a rift in the family! The brothers argue vehemently about the virtues of this album. Will they be able to mend their relationship or be estranged forever?? More importantly, will the podcast ever be the same?? As a bonus to the family drama, Joe gives everyone a crash course in vocal pedagogy. Don't forget to join the conversation! Follow us on Instagram and Twitter @brothersinsong.

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00:39:27

Erykah Badu - Baduizm

Brothers in Song ·

2021/04/11

Ah, the 90's. The days of our youth! A familiar decade, but an unfamiliar album. How is it possible that we didn't pick this one up on CD at Sam Goody? Make sure you have a blank Memorex cassette in your boombox so you can press record as soon as the podcast starts!

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00:42:02

Bruce Springsteen - Born to Run

Brothers in Song ·

2021/04/04

What's the connection between Bruce Springsteen, opera singer, Maria Callas, and Broadway legend, Steven Sondheim? We thought you'd never ask!

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00:43:59

Fleetwood Mac - Rumours

Brothers in Song ·

2021/03/28

Forged in a crucible of romantic turmoil among its members, this 70's classic produced a ton of hits. The brothers discuss the pros and cons of having so many songwriting cooks in the kitchen and veer off into tangents about Dobros, banjos, and goth/doom/folk artist, Chelsea Wolfe.

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00:11:57

Who are these guys?

Brothers in Song ·

2021/03/13

Joe and Dan are brothers and musicians. Joe has a master's degree in music. Dan is mostly self-taught. Music has always been a big part of their lives, but how is it possible that they've never listened to these incredibly well-known and influential albums?? In this preview episode, you get to know a little about them before they embark on a new musical venture, the first that they're doing together. Through common experiences as brothers and individual experiences as musicians who chose different

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