Riv Raf Rav Podcast
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#19—Todd Pipes (Deep Blue Something)—The Unexpected Hit & the Future Sound: A Conversation with Todd Pipes
In this engaging conversation, Todd Pipes, the vocalist and bassist of Deep Blue Something, shares insights into the evolution of music release strategies, the role of record labels, and the impact of AI on the music industry. He reflects on his musical journey, the dynamics of singing while playing bass, and the story behind their iconic hit 'Breakfast at Tiffany's'. Todd emphasizes the importance of adapting to the changing landscape of music and the challenges artists face today. In this engaging conversation, Todd Pipes shares insights into his songwriting process, the production of the iconic song 'Bodies' with Drowning Pool, and his passion for music and Formula One. He discusses the creative methods he employs to write songs, the collaborative spirit in the studio, and the excitement of working with talented musicians. The conversation also features a fun musical game where Todd picks his favorite songs, culminating in a discussion about his new single and the future of his music career.
Chapters
00:00—Introduction to Todd Pipes and Deep Blue Something
02:59—The Evolution of Music Release Strategies
05:58—The Role of Record Labels in Today's Music Industry
09:05—The Impact of AI on Music Creation
11:56—Todd Pipes' Musical Journey and Influences
14:52—The Dynamics of Singing and Playing Bass
17:55—The Story Behind 'Breakfast at Tiffany's'
24:56—The Birth of a Song
26:01—Songwriting Process Unveiled
29:37—Producing 'Bodies' with Drowning Pool
32:36—A Fun Musical Game
42:12—Looking Ahead: New Music and F1 Passion
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