S5 E9 - 9m 35s
What do DJ’s do? It’s a question that’s plagued the internet for years. Are they just pressing buttons or is there more to it? Linda Diaz explores the history of DJing and DJ culture from radio to music festivals. Linda interviews DJ Jarreau Vandal, to discuss the roles DJs fill in music. And Jojo, Sound Field producer and DJ, demonstrates the techniques DJs use to blend songs into each other.
S5 E8 - 11m 28s
Black musicians have deeply shaped country music, from the banjo’s African roots to modern hits by artists like Beyoncé, Lil Nas X, and Shaboozey. Despite its diverse origins, country music has often overlooked these influences, but that’s changing as more voices are recognized.
S5 E7 - 10m 4s
How did the theremin go from science fiction movie soundtracks to influencing pop and electronic music as we know it today? Linda Diaz chats with Michelle Moog-Koussa on how the theremin influenced Robert Moog and led to the invention of the first portable synthesizer. Linda also explores how the theremin works and how it is being utilized today with musician Caroline Scruggs.
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