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Tape Op Podcast

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Frankie and the Witch Fingers
Data Doom
Ambient Music
Brian Eno
Soul Music
Mezzanine
Acoustic Music
West African Drumming
Analog Recording
Garage Rock
Thursday Afternoon
Cure For Pain
The Sound Of Music
Scrapbook Of Madness
Los Angeles
Zamrock
Bloomington
Jolie Holland
Trip Hop

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Baltimore, Maryland, native Josh "Deakin" Dibb is probably best known as a member of the indie rock legends Animal Collective, but he is also a producer, engineer, and mixer, helming projects for Avey Tare, Tickley Feather, Herald, Sleep Cycle, and m... more

For over four decades, David Lowery has been an innovator and thought leader in the music business. As musician, he’s the founder and leader of both indie rock legends Camper Van Beethoven and the successful band Cracker. He’s also a writer, producer... more

We interviewed producer, engineer, and mixer, Chris Coady, back in 2016 for Tape Op issue 113. He has worked with TV on the Radio, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Future Islands, Beach House, DIIV, The Drums, Porches, Amen Dunes, Sasami, Hand Habits, and countless ... more

We interviewed Esperanza Spalding back in 2022 for Tape Op issue 147, around the time she had just finished her 8th album, Songwrights Apothecary Lab. Her latest release, Milton+Esperanza, is a Grammy-nominated collaboration with Brazilian music lege... more

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Recent Guests

Esperanza Spalding
Grammy-nominated musician and composer, known for her innovative music style and collaborations
Independent Artist
Episode: Episode 101: Esperanza Spalding
John Vanderslice
Indie legend, producer, engineer, songwriter, and musician who owns Tiny Telephone recording studio and has released numerous albums.
Google Earth, Tiny Telephone
Episode: Episode 96: John Vanderslice
Madeleine Peyroux
Singer-songwriter known for her unique voice and style.
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Episode: Episode 95: Madeleine Peyroux
Taylor Deupree
Composer and music producer
Taylor Deupree's record label
Episode: DISCussion - Episode 42: Taylor Deupree
Paula Cole
Singer-songwriter known for hits in the 90s and her recent album "Lowe."
Episode: Episode 93: Paula Cole
Mikey Coltun
Producer, engineer, and bass player
Episode: DISCussion - Episode 40: Mikey Coltun
Mike Matessino
An audio engineer and producer known for his work on film scores and soundtracks
30th Century Music
Episode: Episode 89: Mike Matessino
Zach Condon
Songwriter and musician, frontman of the band Beirut.
Beirut
Episode: Episode 88: Beirut

Hosts

Larry Crane
Host of the Time Op Podcast, with extensive experience in music production and journalism.
Geoff Stanfield
Co-host and contributor, known for his work in audio production and interest in music conversations.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 399 ratings
  • Discussion

    Like Tape Op magazine- but Geoff Stansfield is a terrible interviewer. Uses it as an excuse to tell boring stories about himself

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    xruohbdsehlsw
    New Zealanda year ago
  • DISCusion w/ Steve Von Till

    The DISCusion pod cast with Steve Von Till was excellent. I always enjoy hearing Steve’s analysis and thoughts about certain recordings. I had never gave Brian Enos No Land a good listen until now. Im glad this pod cast turned me on to that album.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    boylikesnoise
    United Statesa year ago
  • Geoff does a great job interviewing

    I meant to say something after listening to the Albert Hammond Jr interview but having just listened to the Beirut show, what a great job. I really enjoyed both and learned a lot, even having been a fan of both for a long time. Excellent job TapeOp 🤘

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tunebucket
    United Statesa year ago
  • Play the music!

    It’s cool to talk about music. But talking without the music to reference isn’t that cool. When you have artists on the show talking about their releases, play clips of the songs.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    DApple50000
    United States2 years ago
  • Fascinating

    I stumbled across this , looking for new listening material. I’m not disappointed, the discussions are excellent and the guests are usually very interesting. 4/5.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Streakyshad
    United Kingdom4 years ago

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Listeners appreciate in-depth exploration of music matters, with a mix of nostalgia and current trends.
High-quality content with engaging discussions about music production.
Some concerns about audio quality have been raised, yet many praise the rich insights shared with guests.

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Apple Podcasts
#31
Brazil/Music
Apple Podcasts
#97
Finland/Music
Apple Podcasts
#109
South Korea/Music
Apple Podcasts
#157
Israel/Music
Apple Podcasts
#229
Denmark/Music

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 103: David Lowery
Q: How do you navigate band dynamics while producing?
It's important to fit into the existing dynamic, often taking on various responsibilities to establish trust and authority within the group.
Episode 103: David Lowery
Q: What was your approach to producing albums for other artists?
I approach it more from an arrangement perspective rather than engineering, focusing on tempo, key, and the overall feel of the song.
Episode 102: Chris Coady
Q: When you're starting a record, are you going in with really firm definitive ideas about how you want to start and the direction of the record?
Coady emphasizes that every song must be approached uniquely, and that he focuses on the foundational elements like drums and bass to define the sound.
Episode 101: Esperanza Spalding
Q: How do you approach rearranging classics like Milton’s songs?
Esperanza discussed trusting her musical instincts, ensuring her arrangements track the emotional essence of the original while innovating on them.
Episode 101: Esperanza Spalding
Q: What sparked the idea to do a record with Milton?
The record came about because Milton was doing his farewell tour, and his son encouraged Esperanza to produce a record for him.

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Conversations center around the creative journeys of musicians, producers, and engineers, exploring the intricate world of sound production. With a strong emphasis on personal stories and experiences, the discussions cover a wide array of topics, including music composition, production techniques, and the impact of technology on the music industry. Unique episodes often feature in-depth analysis of specific projects or collaborations, showcasing artists from diverse genres and backgrounds, making it appealing to music enthusiasts, aspiring creators, and industry professionals alike.

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Recent guests on Tape Op Podcast include:

1. Esperanza Spalding
2. John Vanderslice
3. Madeleine Peyroux
4. Taylor Deupree
5. Paula Cole
6. Mikey Coltun
7. Mike Matessino
8. Zach Condon

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