FUNK THAT BREAKS THE RULES

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It's Levels To This

13 episodes

1 week ago

Two longtime music pros (Sensei & Fatboi) go deep on what makes music great. A podcast for music producers, artists, and fans. Fatboi is a Multi-platinum, Grammy nominated, award winning producer whose credits include: Camoflauge, YoungBoy Never Broke Again, Gucci Mane, Young Jeezy, Rocko, Shawty Redd, Flo Rida, Bow Wow, Bone Thugs-n-Harmony, Juvenile, Yung Joc, Gorilla Zoe, OJ Da Juiceman, 8Ball & MJG, Jeremih, 2 Chainz, Nicki Minaj, Bobby V, Ludacris and Yo Gotti, Monica, Zay Smith, TK Kravitz, Future. Sensei Hollywood (a.k.a. Dan Marshall) formerly an instructor and chair of the Audio Production program at the Art Institute of Atlanta, is an accomplished musician, producer, engineer who's performed on and engineered multi--platinum records with Big Boi, Outkast, Killer Mike, Chamillionaire, Carlos Santana, Mary J. Blige, Snoop Dogg, Ron Isley, Lil Wayne, Trillville, Monica, and more...

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FUNK THAT BREAKS THE RULES

It's Levels To This

1 hour 14 minutes

3 months ago

FUNK THAT BREAKS THE RULES

Summary

In this conversation, Sensei and Fatboi delve into the intricacies of funk music, exploring its foundational rules and how certain artists, particularly Prince and The Time, have successfully broken these rules while still maintaining the genre's essence. They discuss the importance of musicianship, the role of rhythm, and the challenges of identifying the 'one' in complex musical structures. The dialogue highlights the evolution of funk and its lasting impact on modern music, emphasizing the creativity and innovation that define the genre. In this engaging conversation, Sensei and Fatboi explore the evolution of the music industry, reflecting on nostalgic memories of music retail, the impact of social media on stardom, and the importance of authenticity in music. They pay tribute to cultural icons like Ozzy Osbourne and Michael Jackson, discussing how their unique styles and approaches broke musical norms and left lasting legacies. The duo emphasizes the need for mystique in the modern music landscape, contrasting it with the oversaturation of social media presence.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Funk and Music Projects
01:34 Breaking the Rules of Funk
05:59 The Genius of Prince and the Time
10:37 The Evolution of Funk and Musical Directing
16:04 The Importance of Timing in Music
20:57 Locating the One in Funk Music
25:00 Understanding Rhythm and Timing in Music
30:41 The Influence of Iconic Artists
35:19 The Evolution of the Music Industry
38:14 Authenticity in Music and Performance
41:46 The Impact of Social Media on Artist Mystique
52:10 The Value of Artistic Presence
54:13 The Evolution of Music Consumption
57:35 The Mystique of Superstars
01:00:53 The Impact of Iconic Collaborations
01:03:19 The Legacy of Michael Jackson
01:07:14 The Cross-Genre Influence in Music
01:10:46 The Enduring Appeal of ABBA
01:13:31 Levels 2 This Full OUTRO.mp4