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.
A longtime guitarist and occasional drummer, I’ve always been passionate about music—from songwriting and production to the magic of live performance. Whether I’m geeking out over a guitar tone or breaking down a killer drum fill, I’m all in. I’m also a proud father of two amazing kids and an aspiring ultrarunner who thrives on the trails year-round, rain, shine, heat, or snow. Music and the outdoors keep me grounded, inspired, and always moving forward.
