Russ Plays Music
By Russ Burchell
Music Reviews, Philosophical Chats, Music Promotion, Mild Political Commentary, and Whatever Else Comes to Mind
Russ Plays MusicJul 30, 2021
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Jared Forth Interview
Interview with the author of multiple instrumentals and aspiring movie score artist, Jared Forth. Jared walks us through his history and his inspiration. For more information goto www.jaredforthmusic.com. You can also stream Jared’s music across most popular streaming platforms.
Nov 06, 202128:59
Interview with Renita Zintel from the band Fate Will Come
Renita and I discuss her latest unreleased song entitled, ‘Bitch’ and the song ‘Whiskey Girl’ as well as the challenges of writing song with her band being here in the US while she resides in Canada
Oct 07, 202127:02
5 Dark Poems
Five dark poems narrated over a chaotic score that I wrote on the fly.
Jul 30, 202107:30
Derrik Jordan Interview
An interesting and intriguing discussion with accomplished musician, founder of the award winning public access TV show and YouTube channel The World Fusion Show, Derrik Jordan. We also explore some of Derrik’s thoughts on his mentor, the brilliant jazz drummer and scientist, the late Milford Graves. Goto www.derrikjordan.com to download music from his double-album, Brazilliance. Each single can be downloaded for 99 cents and, believe me, that’s a steal! Here is also a link to The World Fusion Show on YouTube! I know you’ll enjoy it as much as I have. youtube.com/channel/UCl_qGDBJ-IVM28kF68RwM5Q
Apr 13, 202121:12
Two New Singles. ‘Touchin My Own Again’ and ‘Restless Soul’
Episodes with music are only available on Spotify.
I interview Mark Kapsha, my long time writing partner and friend regarding a song he wrote in our collab project, A New State of Mind. I ask him questions regarding Touchin My Own Again and he interviews me regarding Restless Soul
Mar 02, 202121:40
Music Creation from Writing to Publishing and Promoting
The importance of mapping out some process for the creation of music that you intend to publish and distribute online and for licensing.
Dec 06, 202020:33
Music Industry Standards and Why They Should be Broken
Today’s standards and the trend of independent artists changing those standards.
Nov 29, 202010:29
Building a Song with Garageband
I go through tracking some foundational elements and instruments along with some scratch vocals
Nov 22, 202006:29
Interview with Mark Kapsha about our song, “Greed”.
Episodes with music are only available on Spotify.
I discuss the history surrounding the song, “Greed” along with the production process.
Nov 11, 202015:45
Preview Show of Interviews - Mark Kapsha and Aubrey Burchell
Intro for two episodes I’ll be doing later this evening for interviews with one of my co-writers, Mark Kapsha, and my daughter, 2018 American Idol auditioned, Aubrey Burchell. We’ll discuss songs and the experiences that helped solidify these songs into sonic art.
Nov 08, 202003:18
My Songwriting Process, Politics, and Voting
I touch on my songwriting process, my belief in where we’re at today with politics and it’s impact on songwriting, and the importance of voting.
Nov 01, 202013:32
Songwriting and Art as an Escape
Episodes with music are only available on Spotify.
Brief Breakdown of my song, “Run”. How my songwriting has found a launch pad using the GarageBand app for iPhone and how writing has been a healthy escape from today’s troubles.
Oct 24, 202009:19
Premier Installment of Russ Plays Music
Episodes with music are only available on Spotify.
In this installment I describe my current music life, a bit about my co-writers, and what the future format and my vision of what the show will be moving forward
Oct 22, 202011:22
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Oct 22, 202000:20