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Derrick Gee Speaks Volumes

Derrick Gee Speaks Volumes

By Derrick Gee

DJ, radio host and content creator Derrick Gee expands upon his music musings in podcast form! Each week, Derrick chews on a "working-thesis" he has about music and culture in an intimate one on one setting. Meanderings, theories and opinions, Derrick thinks about thinking about things.
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DERRICK, WHERE TF IS THE POD???

Derrick Gee Speaks VolumesMar 14, 2024

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DERRICK, WHERE TF IS THE POD???

DERRICK, WHERE TF IS THE POD???

Mar 14, 202406:31
Der-Recs: Fav albums/artsts/last show of the year!!

Der-Recs: Fav albums/artsts/last show of the year!!

00:00 - Introduction

02:00 - Theme

03:13 - Loves

12:00 - Reissues

15:15 - Got my eye on

27:01 - Mainstream albums


Show notes:

Neo Geo TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gee_derrick/video/7153712445884828929

Flying Fish Interview:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f3I1OcbsUp8


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Podcast sponsor:

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My selections: Turntablelab.com/derrick


About Me:

Hi there! My name is Derrick Gee - radio host, DJ and creator who likes to talk about music, hifi and ideas. Thanks for reading this - you really didn’t have to. Much love

Dec 12, 202334:27
Music Stories That Defined 2023

Music Stories That Defined 2023

00:00 - Introduction

02:00 - Taylor

05:00 - Matty Healy

07:00 - Drake and Aging

08:45 - Biopics

10:20 - Tyla

11:45 - Andre 3000

13:30 - Is Laufey Jazz

15:40 - TikTok and Music

20:40 - K-Pop Popped

22:50 - AI Fakery

25:30 - Frank Ocean’s Coachella

28:08 - Troye Sivan


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Hi there! My name is Derrick Gee - radio host, DJ and creator who likes to talk about music, hifi and ideas. Thanks for reading this - you really didn’t have to. Much love

Dec 05, 202333:06
Should Music Streaming Services be Regulated?
Nov 28, 202325:12
It's Time We Renamed Indie Music

It's Time We Renamed Indie Music

When indie music becomes anything but. 00:00 - introduction 01:25 - History 06:00 - Debunking 10:20 - Renaming Follow me Patreon: https://patreon.com/gee_derrick TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@gee_derrick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gee_derrick/ Newsletter: https://derrickgee.substack.com/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1PfPtHX7PGUZVCeBHoKGbt?si=6592e17125464606

Nov 21, 202314:34
The Beatles, Michael Jordan & The Quest for Immortality

The Beatles, Michael Jordan & The Quest for Immortality

The Beatles have held their crown as the "greatest band of all time" not by luck, but by marketing, investment and protection of their image. Much like Michael Jordan. Chapters 00:00 - Introduction 01:43 - Remember My Name 04:36 - Investing in Legacy 06:28 - Here, There and Everywhere 10:30 - Heir Beatles 13:00 - Across the Universe 15:00 - The End Follow me Patreon: https://patreon.com/gee_derrick TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@gee_derrick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gee_derrick/ Newsletter: https://derrickgee.substack.com/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1PfPtHX7PGUZVCeBHoKGbt?si=6592e17125464606 Sponsor: TurntableLab.com My selections: TurnTableLab.com/derrick About Me: Hi there! My name is Derrick Gee - radio host, DJ and creator who likes to talk about music, hifi and ideas. Thanks for reading this - you really didn’t have to. Much love #thebeatles

Nov 14, 202316:00
Tim Sweeney (Beats In Space) on Community Radio To Cultural Institution

Tim Sweeney (Beats In Space) on Community Radio To Cultural Institution

It was an honour to have Apple Music's Tim Sweeney (Beats In Space) on the podcast this week. A titan in the radio/DJ community, Tim's dedication to documenting and celebrating dance music in an awe inspiring journey to hear about.


Chapters

00:00 - Introduction

04:45 - Introducing Tim Sweeney

05:40 - Origin story of Beats In Space

15:45 - When BIS became influential

18:35 - What keeps him going after 25 years

22:20 - RP Boo 

23:20 - Guests/Criteria

26:35 - What makes a great mix

31:00 - Differing DJ cultures

34:40 - Dance music and its changes

41:30 - How Tim Sweeney has evolved

43:05 - Transitioning to Apple Music

47:00 - The Impact of BIS

54:00 - Words of Radio Wisdom


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Nov 08, 202359:28
How YOU Discover New Music

How YOU Discover New Music

I asked you guys about the best methods to discover new music. Some really interesting results!

00:00 - Introduction

01:31 - Premise

04:45 - Spotify

07:45 - Friends

09:45 - Research

14:30 - Stalking

17:35 - Discovery


Appendix:


How to Discover New Music Podcast 1: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1FDS8RlNxERLyujsIHAlzC?si=d478556186224a54


Flora Ying Wong: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6G9Fk5r3RJUQSpsZWh6g6B?si=jJ8QEBVdTJaq_9iI4LxN-Q


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Me:

Hi there! My name is Derrick Gee - radio host, DJ and creator who likes to talk about music, hifi and ideas. Thanks for reading this - you really didn’t have to. Much love

Nov 07, 202323:33
The Magnetism of Dev Hynes/Blood Orange
Oct 31, 202328:03
Why Music Can Sound Worse Over Time

Why Music Can Sound Worse Over Time

Chapters 00:00 - Introduction 03:20 - What is the test of time? 04:30 - Can music be “timeless”? 06:00 - Irrelevant POVs 07:20 - Novelty 10:30 - Timing 13:45 - Masculine & Feminine 21:30 - In Opposition 25:20 - Predictions Follow me Patreon: https://patreon.com/gee_derrick TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@gee_derrick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gee_derrick/ Newsletter: https://derrickgee.substack.com/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1PfPtHX7PGUZVCeBHoKGbt?si=6592e17125464606 About Me: Hi there! My name is Derrick Gee - radio host, DJ and creator who likes to talk about music, hifi and ideas. Thanks for reading this - you really didn’t have to. Much love

Oct 24, 202331:18
In Defense of Drake

In Defense of Drake

I will not stand for Drake slander! 00:00 - Introduction 02:24 - My Drake Story 03:45 - Innovation 08:57 - Appeal 17:40 - Career 21:25 - Longevity & Influence 24:28 - Marketing 27:00 - Criticisms Show notes: Drake marketing interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6uu5bSVxjJk https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ru0cREWPcmg Sponsored by: turntablelab.com/gee Follow me Patreon: https://patreon.com/gee_derrick TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@gee_derrick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gee_derrick/ Newsletter: https://derrickgee.substack.com/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1PfPtHX7PGUZVCeBHoKGbt?si=6592e17125464606 About Me: Hi there! My name is Derrick Gee - radio host, DJ and creator who likes to talk about music, hifi and ideas. Thanks for reading this - you really didn’t have to. Much love
Oct 17, 202338:22
K-Pop is 10 Years Ahead

K-Pop is 10 Years Ahead


00:00 - Introduction

02:20 - the Money

03:40 - R&D

05:30 - Artist treatment

10:40 - Promotion

14:13 - Live Events

18:30 - Tech

22:00 - Merch

26:22 - Fans


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About Me:

Hi there! My name is Derrick Gee - radio host, DJ and creator who likes to talk about music, hifi and ideas. Thanks for reading this - you really didn’t have to. Much love

Oct 10, 202334:11
Music Taste: Nature or Nurture?

Music Taste: Nature or Nurture?

Is music taste like food...do you only like what you grew up on?


00:00 - Introduction

02:15 - Friends

04:05 - FOMO

05:35 - Cultural Signifiers

07:20 - Repetition

09:40 - Memories

12:15 - Rebellion

15:30 - Lust

18:15 - Collective Opinion


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About Me:

Hi there! My name is Derrick Gee - radio host, DJ and creator who likes to talk about music, hifi and ideas. Thanks for reading this - you really didn’t have to. Much love

Oct 03, 202326:00
The Enduring Influence of Tyler, the Creator

The Enduring Influence of Tyler, the Creator

The legacy of Tyler is only building! 00:00 - Introduction 02:25 - Backstory 07:10 - My fav releases 10:30 - His influence 16:00 - Supreme & Fashion 20:00 - Directing 23:15 - Creative Culture 25:15 - The Music 31:30 - Conclusions 33:07 - What’s Next? Follow me Patreon: https://patreon.com/gee_derrick TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@gee_derrick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gee_derrick/ Newsletter: https://derrickgee.substack.com/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1PfPtHX7PGUZVCeBHoKGbt?si=6592e17125464606 About Me: Hi there! My name is Derrick Gee - radio host, DJ and creator who likes to talk about music, hifi and ideas. Thanks for reading this - you really didn’t have to. Much love

Sep 26, 202338:38
Let's Catch Up

Let's Catch Up

A lil life update, a lil catch up - what I'm up to, how I'm feeling. Long overdue!


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About Me:

Hi there! My name is Derrick Gee - radio host, DJ and creator who likes to talk about music, hifi and ideas. Thanks for reading this - you really didn’t have to. Much love

Sep 19, 202341:52
What is a DJ?

What is a DJ?

All the argy bargy about the definition of a DJ in 2023. 00:00 - Introduction 03:50 - My Qualifications 04:20 - History of DJing 08:20 - Why is there confusion? 11:50 - What I define as a DJ in 2023 24:30 - Conclusions Follow me Patreon: https://patreon.com/gee_derrick TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@gee_derrick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gee_derrick/ Newsletter: https://derrickgee.substack.com/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1PfPtHX7PGUZVCeBHoKGbt?si=6592e17125464606 About Me: Hi there! My name is Derrick Gee - radio host, DJ and creator who likes to talk about music, hifi and ideas. Thanks for reading this - you really didn’t have to. Much love.

Sep 12, 202326:48
Radiohead Stans & Nirvana T-Shirts w/ Yasi Salek (Bandsplain)

Radiohead Stans & Nirvana T-Shirts w/ Yasi Salek (Bandsplain)

From the enduring legacy of Nirvana to Radiohead Stans, I’m honoured to have had Yasi Salek of the podcast Bandsplain on Derrick Gee Speaks Volumes! 00:00 - Introduction 04:00 - The Bandsplain background 24:00 - What she’s learned 27:00 - Bands and Trends Follow Yasi https://www.instagram.com/yasisalek/ https://twitter.com/yasisalek https://www.tiktok.com/@yasisalek Follow me Patreon: https://patreon.com/gee_derrick TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@gee_derrick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gee_derrick/ Newsletter: https://derrickgee.substack.com/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1PfPtHX7PGUZVCeBHoKGbt?si=6592e17125464606 About Me: Hi there! My name is Derrick Gee - radio host, DJ and creator who likes to talk about music, hifi and ideas. Thanks for reading this - you really didn’t have to. Much love

Sep 05, 202356:28
These Artists Make No Sense

These Artists Make No Sense

They make no sense, and they make perfect sense. 00:00 - Introduction 01:59 - The B-52’s 07:45 - Ben Folds Five 14:40 - Queen 20:00 - Steely Dan 24:20 - The Spice Girls 29:30 - Ed Sheeran 34:30 - Honourable Mentions 35:40 - Conclusions 38:00 - Appendix Follow me Patreon: https://patreon.com/gee_derrick TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@gee_derrick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gee_derrick/ Newsletter: https://derrickgee.substack.com/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1PfPtHX7PGUZVCeBHoKGbt?si=6592e17125464606 About Me: Hi there! My name is Derrick Gee - radio host, DJ and creator who likes to talk about music, hifi and ideas. Thanks for reading this - you really didn’t have to. Much love #musichistory #spicegirls

Aug 30, 202339:03
How To Hifi

How To Hifi

Your First Hifi System: A Beginner's Guide!


00:00 - Introduction

01:53 - Who Is This For?

04:42 - The Analogy

08:16 - The First Setup

12:50 - The Second Setup

25:30 - The Third Setup

35:20 - FAQs


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About Me:

Hi there! My name is Derrick Gee - radio host, DJ and creator who likes to talk about music, hifi and ideas. Thanks for reading this - you really didn’t have to. Much love

Aug 22, 202345:03
Why Can't Hip Hop Artists Sell Out Stadiums?

Why Can't Hip Hop Artists Sell Out Stadiums?

Is it a genre problem, an artist problem, or a time problem? 00:00 - Introduction 01:26 - Contents 03:15 - The Biggest Stadium Shows 06:41 - The Biggest Hip Hop Shows 08:48 - Problem 0 09:38 - Problem 1 13:34 - Problem 2 19:00 - Problem 3 21:20 - Problem 4 23:00 - Who Could Pull It Off? 26:00 - What Do You Think? 27:00 - Appendix Follow me Patreon: https://patreon.com/gee_derrick TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@gee_derrick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gee_derrick/ Newsletter: https://derrickgee.substack.com/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1PfPtHX7PGUZVCeBHoKGbt?si=6592e17125464606 About Me: Hi there! My name is Derrick Gee - radio host, DJ and creator who likes to talk about music, hifi and ideas. Thanks for reading this - you really didn’t have to. Much love!

Aug 15, 202329:03
The Sound of Nothing - with Nothing's Adam Bates & Tom Ridley

The Sound of Nothing - with Nothing's Adam Bates & Tom Ridley

It was an absolute pleasure to speak to Nothing's Adam Bates and Tom Ridley about the ins and outs of building a tech company from the ground up. Chapters 04:00 - Tom and Adam introduce themselves

11:45 - What is the Nothing philosophy

15:30 - How do you act different, practically

19:00 - What makes a good earphone? 23:00 - Their launch hesitations

25:30 - The fun of user testing

33:54 - The sound of Nothing

40:00 - How to innovate in a conservative industry

46:00 - What's next?

Follow me TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@gee_derrick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gee_derrick/ Newsletter: https://derrickgee.substack.com/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/user/derrick... About Me Hi there! My name is Derrick Gee - radio host, DJ and creator who likes to talk about music, hifi and ideas. Thanks for reading this - you really didn’t have to. Much love

Aug 07, 202350:47
Announcement!!!

Announcement!!!

I'm launching my Patreon, and, more importantly, I'm relaunching my radio show! https://patreon.com/gee_derrick

Aug 01, 202305:55
Convergence - When Music Worlds Collide

Convergence - When Music Worlds Collide

When two become one. This week I explore the phenomenon of music and fans that combine from completely different backgrounds.


Chapters

00:00 - The Thesis

04:32 - Dean Blunt & King Krule 

07:38 - Babymetal

10:55 - Black audiences and emo

13:10 - EDM

15:40 - Hosono/Harry House

19:40 - Conclusions


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About Me:

Hi there! My name is Derrick Gee - radio host, DJ and creator who likes to talk about music, hifi and ideas. Thanks for reading this - you really didn’t have to. Much love

Aug 01, 202320:51
Artist Estates are a Mess

Artist Estates are a Mess

Why are artist estates in the news all the time? Why is it always a complete dumpsterfire mess? Chapters 01:07 - What is an estate 03:30 - Your comments 04:20 - The problems are 10:43 - Questions I have 15:11 - Suggesting solutions Follow me TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@gee_derrick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gee_derrick/ Newsletter: https://derrickgee.substack.com/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/user/derrick... About Me: Hi there! My name is Derrick Gee - radio host, DJ and creator who likes to talk about music, hifi and ideas. Thanks for reading this - you really didn’t have to. Much love

Jul 25, 202319:29
Where did all the western boy and girl groups go?

Where did all the western boy and girl groups go?

The Downfall of the West and the uprising of Korea.


Chapters

00:19 - The Origins

02:09 - How They Succeed/Svengalis

03:58 - The Rise of Soloists

06:15 - The Talent Show

08:05 - The Rise of Authenticity

10:00 - Korea

16:50 - Concluding Thoughts


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About Me:

Hi there! My name is Derrick Gee - radio host, DJ and creator who likes to talk about music, hifi and ideas. Thanks for reading this - you really didn’t have to. Much love

Jul 18, 202319:35
The Triangle

The Triangle

On this week's episode of Derrick Gee Speaks Volumes, I theorise about what differentiates the good artists from the great artists. Chapters 00:00 - Introduction 03:00 - Introducing the Triangle 09:00 - The first tenet 13:45 - The second tenet 24:00 - The third tenet 27:15 - Putting it together 29:00 - Some examples 37:50 - Conclusions Follow me TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@gee_derrick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gee_derrick/ Newsletter: https://derrickgee.substack.com/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/user/derrick... About Me: Hi there! My name is Derrick Gee - radio host, DJ and creator who likes to talk about music, hifi and ideas. Thanks for reading this - you really didn’t have to. Much love!

Jul 04, 202346:26
What Music Looks Like w/ Shervin Lainez

What Music Looks Like w/ Shervin Lainez

This week I speak to music photographer Shervin Lainez, a man who has shot everyone from Lizzo to David Byrne. 0:00 - Introduction 6:54 - Shervin’s Background  13:49 - Regina Spektor’s Impact 21:19 - Process of capturing the true artist - tone, vibe, setting 31:56 - Capturing the essence of music  46:43  - Interesting experiences and photographs 53:11 - Advice for photographers 1:02:40 - Success in emerging artists Show Notes Shervin Lainez Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shervinfoto/  Shervin Lainez Website: https://www.shervinfoto.com/  Follow me TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@gee_derrick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gee_derrick/ Newsletter: https://derrickgee.substack.com/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/user/derrick... About Me: Hi there! My name is Derrick Gee - radio host, DJ and creator who likes to talk about music, hifi and ideas. Thanks for reading this - you really didn’t have to. Much love!

Jun 27, 202301:10:40
How to get into Led Zeppelin

How to get into Led Zeppelin


Basically me geeking for 45mins I'm sorry/not sorry.

00:00 - Introduction

01:12 - Context

02:32 - Why You Should Get Into Led Zep

07:18 - Who is this for?

08:26 - Their backstory

13:20 - My Story

17:12 - What I love about them

23:23 - The Members

30:44 - Where to Start

39:00 - Iconic Moments

41:37 - Fav Songs

43:14 - The ProblemsShow notes


Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2KiNz2W2mNPA7oDVn6zSN0?si=e3b4101880d843af&pt=06473f63d1a2e31408a6293a8fb8cd78 Follow me TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@gee_derrick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gee_derrick/ Newsletter: https://derrickgee.substack.com/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/user/derrick... About Me: Hi there! My name is Derrick Gee - radio host, DJ and creator who likes to talk about music, hifi and ideas. Thanks for reading this - you really didn’t have to. Much love!

Jun 20, 202347:31
Soundtracks and Identity w/ Lucinda Chua

Soundtracks and Identity w/ Lucinda Chua

4AD artist, multi-instrumentalist, FKA Twigs cellist Lucinda Chua joins me to talk about soundtracks, classical music and identity.

0:00 - Context

1:09 - Introduction

2:35 - Who’s Lucinda Chua?

14:30 - Experience growing up

19:12 - The first film soundtrack that impacted Lucinda

23:45 - Succession!

31:51 - The relationship between the visuals, music and live performance

34:22 - The Cello

40:01 - Favourite films/soundtracks

56:31 - FKA Twigs and imposter syndrome

1:13:37 - What’s next?

Show notes Lucinda Chua’s new album “YIAN”: https://open.spotify.com/album/2ZEqm7UAvrdy4MQHITOiA6?si=Fd9ZbaL2QQuDdj_WGakIlw

Resident Advisor Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bQMLETo6Zfk&ab_channel=ResidentAdvisor

Lost & Sound Interview: https://open.spotify.com/episode/51pJ72PlTShYw6lJxqrhXt?si=3ac723a6bcc94f73


Films:

Requiem for a Dream

Orlando

All About Lily Chou-Chou

Happy Together


Follow Lucinda:https://www.instagram.com/lucindachua/ Follow me TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@gee_derrick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gee_derrick/ Newsletter: https://derrickgee.substack.com/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/user/derrick... About Me: Hi there! My name is Derrick Gee - radio host, DJ and creator who likes to talk about music, hifi and ideas. Thanks for reading this - you really didn’t have to. Much love!

Jun 13, 202301:14:30
The Long Covid Effects on the Music Industry

The Long Covid Effects on the Music Industry

The lingering effects of the pandemic on the music industry. Not all bad, but yeah...a lil sad.


00:00 - Introduction

02:14 - Chapters

04:00 - Lost Music

06:45 - Music stuck in the past

10:50 - Touring

24:45 - Momentum Killer

29:40 - Tech


Show notes
Patrick Hicks account: https://tiktok.com/@patrickhicks82


Follow me TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@gee_derrick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gee_derrick/ Newsletter: https://derrickgee.substack.com/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/user/derrick... About Me: Hi there! My name is Derrick Gee - radio host, DJ and creator who likes to talk about music, hifi and ideas. Thanks for reading this - you really didn’t have to. Much love!

Jun 06, 202352:01
How To Listen To Music w/ Sasha Frere-Jones
May 30, 202301:08:24
There Is Too Much Music

There Is Too Much Music

Is there too much? Or has music changed its function?

01:52 – Background

04:38 – The Commodification of Music

07:25 – Fake Artists

09:00 – Creators vs Artists, Quality Control

11:30 – Major Label Sway

14:00 – More Music, Less Money

15:15 – Too Much Noise

17:00 – The Bias Toward Relationships

18:00 – Discoverability

20:00 – Not a Unique Case To Music

24:38 – Access is a Good Thing

26:00 – What Is Music

27:45 – The Upsides

32:40 – My Solutions

47:00 – My Solutions


Show Notes

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May 23, 202348:57
Dial A Swiftie — The Significance of Taylor Swift w/ Ginnie (@TheThriftySwifty)

Dial A Swiftie — The Significance of Taylor Swift w/ Ginnie (@TheThriftySwifty)

I'm so very grateful to have Ginnie ( @thethriftyswiftie) on the podcast to enlighten me on the supernova that is Taylor Swift. Chapters:

00:00 - Introduction

02:30 - Why Are We Doing This Episode

5:00 - Ginnie’s Swifty Story

11:30 - Her Writing Style

17:50 - Crafting Her Sound

30:20 - The Easter Eggs

35:40 - What Does It Mean To Be a Swiftie

42:40 - The Eras Tour

46:20 - Taylor’s Version

58:10 - Taylor the Mentor

1:02:45 - Her Lasting Legacy


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May 16, 202301:08:17
26 Thoughts on AI & Music

26 Thoughts on AI & Music

I asked you guys to submit your thoughts on AI and here are my fav answers. You guys are smart smart!


Chapters

00:00 - Introduction


02:26 - Newsletter aside

04:26 - Level Set

07:43 - Art & Humanity

18:13 - Intelligence

23:16 - Artist Impact

28:05 - Jobs

35:45 - The Listener’s Responsibilities

46:00 - Copyright & Regulations

56:10 - Conclusions Follow me on: TikTok:⁠ https://tiktok.com/@gee_derrick⁠ Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/gee_derrick/⁠ Newsletter:⁠ https://derrickgee.substack.com/⁠ Spotify:⁠ https://open.spotify.com/user/derrick...⁠   About Me: Hi there! My name is Derrick Gee - radio host, DJ and creator who likes to talk about music, hifi and ideas. Thanks for reading this - you really didn’t have to. Much love!  #ai #futureofmusic

May 09, 202357:59
Twelve Test Tracks
May 07, 202301:03:50
Low End Theory & Cultural Institutions w/ KITTENS

Low End Theory & Cultural Institutions w/ KITTENS

May 02, 202357:08
Geechella - Festival Programming Considerations

Geechella - Festival Programming Considerations

Who did I miss? Who do you think?


00:00 - Introduction

02:35 - Criteria

05:30 - Setting the Scene

07:20 - Geechella’s Programming Categories

10:10 - Yeah Right/Standing Offer

14:20 - Big Album in 2023

16:50 - Legacy Act

22:40 - Vintage Headliner

25:10 - Drop Everything

30:00 - The Graduate

33:33 - Surprise Comeback

36:16 - Instant Headliner

ADD VIDEO AT 36:39 - Fred again prediction

37:06 - Could Be A Headliner by 2024

38:30 - Yes But Is It Exciting

39:55 - It’s A Given

41:25 - The Credible Non-Headliners

43:10 - Curveballz

44:29 - Foreign Contingent

48:20 - Mainstream Closing DJ

52:07 - Appendix



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Apr 25, 202358:26
How To Get Into Jazz
Apr 18, 202348:49
Yves Tumor is the Perfect Artist

Yves Tumor is the Perfect Artist

I am a fanboy OK?

00:00 - Introduction

04:00 - Why I am the biggest fan

07:22 - An Inaccurate Timeline

14:55 - The Artist’s Journey

18:43 - Live & Persona

25:10 - The Dimensions of Listening

27:49 - Comparisons

30:50 - Conclusions

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Apr 11, 202342:48
Passion Projects Pt.2: Advice & Answering Your Questions

Passion Projects Pt.2: Advice & Answering Your Questions

Thank you for all your responses to the last episode! It was so positive that I thought I'd do a round 2, answering your questions and following up on others.


Chapters

00:00 - Introduction

03:35 - Follow Up Questions

21:30 - Answering Your Questions

47:37 - Bonus Round!


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Apr 04, 202358:54
Remembering Sakamoto [Spotify Exclusive]

Remembering Sakamoto [Spotify Exclusive]

Episodes with music are only available on Spotify.

In the spur of the moment, I thought I'd throw together my favourite Sakamoto tracks for you to reflect upon. I've spoken about Ryuichi a great deal throughout my career, so it was meaningful to me to celebrate his music and life, in one way or another.

Apr 03, 202303:03:29
Passion Projects Are For Honing Your Instincts

Passion Projects Are For Honing Your Instincts

Keep going, keep learning, you never know. Chapters 02:20 - Thesis

05:55 - Being stuck

09:35 - Being Perfect

13:30 - Putting yourself out there

18:20 - The Fk it email

24:20 - Back yourself

29:20 - The end of the beginning

34:00 - Instincts!

39:20 - Advice

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Mar 28, 202341:20
The Music Fan's Fountain of Youth

The Music Fan's Fountain of Youth

Pharrell, show us the way.  


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Chapters
02:45 - Opening Thesis
04:01 - Music is Yours
10:00 - Enjoy pop music!
13:30 - Music Can Get Worse  
17:05 - Don’t Let Music Define You
20:49 - Your Taste Isn’t Unique
26:10 - Appendix
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Mar 21, 202334:55
Stan Culture Is Important with Marg.MP3

Stan Culture Is Important with Marg.MP3

FOLLOW MARGEAUX. STAN MARGEAUX. 

https://www.tiktok.com/@marg.mp3 


Chapters

00:00 - Introduction
06:14 - Thesis
07:20 - Margaux’s One Direction Fandom
10:30 - What made them special?
13:36 - Men, women and fandoms
16:15 - Relationships with the artists
18:00 - Embodying of music
22:00 - Defining stanning
25:50 - Margaux’s passion
28:00 - Existing on the internet
32:40 - Stanning is a lifestyle
34:00 - The One Direction tour
41:20 - The Stan Timeline
46:00 - Women and music

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Mar 14, 202301:03:32
Harry Styles' Music Will Age Well

Harry Styles' Music Will Age Well

Only time will tell. Unless you listen to this podcast.


Sections
00:00 - Harry Styles’ Music Will Age Well
03:15 - Why Should You Care?
06:10 - His Discography
08:00 - My Reasoning
08:15 - Timelessness
12:20 - Selectiveness
14:10 - Creative Direction
24:50 - Respecting the Audience
28:00 - Stage Show
30:20 - Keeps Getting Better
31:23 - Reasons It Won’t Age Well
38:45 - Appendix

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Mar 07, 202344:09
Lowkey Living Legends

Lowkey Living Legends

Who are the living legends in music...that aren't talked about? There are many I'm sure, but here's a few to get us started.

Sections

00:00 - Introduction
02:55 - Peggy Gou
10:36 - David Guetta
16:08 - Mac Demarco
23:54 - Taylor Swift
29:42 - Dean Blunt
34:21 - Azealia Banks
39:28 - The-Dream
42:50 - Appendix


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Feb 28, 202345:46
Answering Your Questions! (Spotify vs Tidal, Olivia Rodrigo's Future, What is Taste?)

Answering Your Questions! (Spotify vs Tidal, Olivia Rodrigo's Future, What is Taste?)

Hear me out. 

Sections
02:22 - Olivia Rodrigo
09:36 - Discovering your own collection
11:30 - Ranking self expression
15:45 - Cocktail bar music choice
17:10 - What is taste
19:10 - What about Tidal?
21:40 - Determining a good song
24:40 - London listening
26:20 - First fav artist
28:35 - Burger a sandwich?
29:45 -  Significant music influences
32:19 -  Top 3 hip hop artists
34:47 - Thoughts on Bossa nova
35:45 - What year would I want to be stuck in
37:14 - Fav fine artist
38:40 - Fav post punk artist
39:50 - Parenthood and music
44:45 - Appendix   


Show Notes
Drivers License: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZmDBbnmKpqQ
Jessica Pratt song - This Time Around: https://open.spotify.com/track/6lekaqpn2MMIuYWrnSmkEx?si=6654c2ff976148e8n  

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Feb 21, 202349:12
Fred...Against the Machine
Feb 14, 202340:29
Music Criticism is Broken

Music Criticism is Broken

The Art world needs to learn from the music world, and vice versa. 


Sections
0:00 - Introduction
6:58 - The Pros of Music Criticism 
11:20 - The Cons of Music Criticism 
19:28 - The Pros of Art Criticism 
26:34 - The Cons of Art Criticism 


Show notes
Artfacts.net - https://artfacts.net/ 

Maurizio Cattelan “Comedian” (Banana taped on the wall) https://news.artnet.com/market/maurizio-cattelan-banana-art-basel-miami-beach-1722516

Anthony Fantano’s review channel - https://www.youtube.com/@theneedledrop 


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Feb 07, 202344:59
New Music Does Not Come To You (Discovering New Music)

New Music Does Not Come To You (Discovering New Music)

The first step to recovery is acceptance.  

Watch the episode on YouTube.

Sections
Introduction: 0:00
Question: 0:55
Stuck in a rut: 06:30
An enthusiast: 13:30
The Obsessive: 22:00
Appendix: 31:26  

Show notes
Radio stations: NTS Radio, Dublab, Balamii, Noods,  Reform Radio, Na Mantiega, Seoul Community Radio, Berlin Community Radio, Red Light Radio, Refuge
DJs: Eclair Fifi, Hunee, Chloe Robinson, Bufiman/Wolf Muller, Jamie Tiller
Song I was obsessed with finding: Harry Thomas - Lord of the Starfields   

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Jan 31, 202337:43