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.
Mandatory Music
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This week on Mandatory Music, we stepped outside our comfort zone and discovered some new sounds that caught us completely off guard. Sebastian brought in Wet Leg and shared why their quirky, offbeat style has been hitting all the right notes lately. He also introduced the wildly unconventional Angine de Poitrine—a strange but oddly captivating listen that sparked some great conversation.
For the main event, we dove headfirst into the long-awaited return of Corrosion of Conformity. After 8 years, lineup changes, and real-life adversity, they’ve come roaring back with a massive double album that demands attention. We break it all down—the sound, the evolution, and whether it lives up to the legacy.
Tune in, turn it up, and discover something new.
Mandatory Music is proudly hosted and produced by Michael Heide and Sebastian Kwapich
Contact Mandatory Music:
email us at mandatorymusicshow@gmail.com
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Thanks for listening and keep on rocking
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