A podcast by Angelo Robledo that digs through sample and production history to piece together the stories behind the world's biggest records. Each episode I explore a prominent sample or sound and track its most notable uses throughout history, discovering surprising connections between songs, artists, and genres along the way. Sample Excavator is a proud part of Pantheon - the podcast network for music lovers.
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A podcast by Angelo Robledo that digs through sample and production history to piece together the stories behind the world's biggest records. Each episode I explore a prominent sample or sound and track its most notable uses throughout history, discovering surprising connections between songs, artists, and genres along the way. Sample Excavator is a proud part of Pantheon - the podcast network for music lovers.
Episode 2 breaks down 'The Riff,' a series of 5 descending chords or notes that has a rich history throughout classic rock with notable uses by The Beatles, Led Zeppelin, Chicago, and Green Day.
This week's playlist containing all the songs discussed is available on both Apple Music and Spotify under 'Sample Excavator Episode 1.2'
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Send emails to TheSampleExcavator@gmail.com
Produced by Guy Tannenbaum: @yugmuabnennat
Theme music by David Ramos: @david.147
Andy Hermann's LA Weekly Article: https://www.laweekly.com/you-still-cant-copyright-a-riff-and-thats-a-good-thing/
We'll tackle the legendary Isley Brothers next week so be ready for an episode you won't want to miss.
This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts.
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Sample Excavator
A podcast by Angelo Robledo that digs through sample and production history to piece together the stories behind the world's biggest records. Each episode I explore a prominent sample or sound and track its most notable uses throughout history, discovering surprising connections between songs, artists, and genres along the way. Sample Excavator is a proud part of Pantheon - the podcast network for music lovers.
