On Closer Listen is an extension of my previous podcast Audio Trickery but this time focusing on the albums that mattered to me, the production notes and the impact and legacy that they brought to their audiences. There may be discussions on technical stuff, who&#39;s who that&#39;s involved and some weekly news highlights.

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First episode. Supposedly uploaded on Good Friday here on the PI, hence the mismatched times for the Converge single release, etc. I really had a busy Holy Week, driving, driving, driving... I&#39;m tackling one of the most controversial albums of the 21st century, Glassjaw&#39;s major label debut on Roadrunner Records - right after I watched an hour long nonsensical YouTube video from an artist and album review/commentary/discussion channel who only covered the band and the album in less than 5 minutes out of that hour. Truly punyetamazing. I also wanted to put a spotlight on Chuck Johnson and Ted Hansen as the two low-key but highly regarded names in audio engineering. I know I missed Steve Evetts here but he&#39;ll be highlighted on other albums in other episodes. Same with Ross, he&#39;s more producer than an engineer in my eyes. Rest in Power James Lollar and Bo Lueders.

001 - Everything You Ever Wanted To Know About Silence

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Just the introduction to me and the podcast. Good to know.

Episode Zero - The Dreaded Intro

On Closer Listen is an extension of my previous podcast Audio Trickery but this time focusing on the albums that mattered to me, the production notes and the impact and legacy that they brought to their audiences. There may be discussions on technical stuff, who's who that's involved and some weekly news highlights.