Mandatory Music
Welcome to Mandatory Music! A podcast about the craft of music.
Join Mike and Sebastian as they unravel the depths of song writing, musicianship and great artists. Each season centres on one particular band, with a deep dive into specific songs that delve into their creation, sound and complexity. It is within song and harmony, melody and rhythm that our emotional heartbeat echos.
It has been said that "Music is a moral law. It gives soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination, and charm and gaiety to life and to everything. - Plato
So, come for the ride.
Podcasting since 2024 • 93 episodes
Mandatory Music
Latest Episodes
Episode 92: Prong "Snap Your Fingers. Snap Your Neck"
Review Prong's "Snap Your Fingers, Snap Your Neck."Key TakeawaysProng's "Snap Your Fingers, Snap Your Neck" is a definitive "one-hit wonder," with 33M Spotify listens—10x their next-most-popular song.
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Episode 91
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Episode 90: Iconic Songs in Movies
The State of Movies & The OscarsThe 2026 Oscars sparked a debate on the quality of modern cinema.Best Picture Winner: One Battle After Another was criticized for lacking substance despite its length...
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Episode 90
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Episode 89: Metallica Sphere Residency
Sebastian and Mandatory Music discuss the 40th anniversary of Metallica's Master Puppets album, with Sebastian noting the album's significance and Mandatory Music agreeing it is the greatest metal album of all time. They compare it t...
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Episode 89
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