How Do You Write A Great Set List?

How Do You Write A Great Set List?

Author: Rich Price and Clint Bierman September 15, 2021 Duration: 39:46
All things being equal, the thing that can make or break an evening of music...is the set list. This week, Rich and Clint explore the art and science of making a set list and how bands come at it in different ways. With special guests Brian Chartrand and Jeff Symonds. The Age Old Question is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever found yourself in a late-night argument about whether a guitar solo was technically brilliant or just self-indulgent, or if a beloved classic is actually overrated? You're not alone. The Age Old Question: A Podcast for Music Fans lives in those wonderfully contentious spaces. Hosts Rich Price and Clint Bierman, with a mix of genuine curiosity and good-natured humor, dive into the debates that music lovers have had for decades, the kind that never seem to get a definitive answer. They don't just rehash old opinions; they bring in friends, musicians, and genuine experts to add depth, history, and sometimes a completely unexpected perspective to the conversation. Each episode of this podcast feels like joining a smart, funny conversation among friends who are as passionate about the nuances of a chord progression as they are about the cultural impact of a band. It’s for anyone who’s ever passionately defended a genre, questioned a lyric, or wondered why a particular artist divides a room. Listen for thoughtful analysis, plenty of laughs, and the joyful pursuit of settling music's great mysteries, even if just for the length of an episode. This is part of the Pantheon Podcasts network.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 90

The Age Old Question: A Podcast for Music Fans
Podcast Episodes
What Is The Best Age Old Question Question? (part 1) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:49
This week, Rich and Clint look back at the first 40 episodes and share some of their highlights of the first 18 months of the show. Highlights include "Can You Write A Masterpiece After The Age of 40?", "What Makes The B…
Would You Rather Be Bernie Or Elton? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:03
In this episode, Rich and Clint ask the age old question — would you be Elton John (the star in the spotlight) or Bernie Taupin (the artist behind the scenes)? Lots of laughs, lots of incredible music and enlightening di…
Is "Free As A Bird" The Beatles' Most Impressive Hit? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:07
In this episode, Rich and Clint make the case that "Free As A Bird," which the Beatles released in 1995, is, in fact, the band's most impressive hit. After years of acrimony and discord, after the tragic murder of John L…
What Is The Greatest Misheard Lyric of All-Time? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:22
This week, Rich and Clint discuss the greatest (and most hilarious) misheard lyrics of all-time. From Hendrix's "excuse me while I kiss this guy" to Bon Jovi singing "it doesn't make a difference if we're naked or not,"…
What Is The Greatest Year In Music History? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:29
This week, Rich and Clint ask: What is the greatest year in music history? 1967? 1973? 1985? Some argue that not only is 1991 the best year, but that Sept 24th, 1991 is the single most epic day in music history. The guys…
What's The Ultimate Mixtape For Your Crush in 1990? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:27
This week, Rich and Clint join forces with the "50 Years Of Music With 50 Year Old White Guys" podcast (Jeff, Ben and Tim) for a crossover episode about creating the ultimate mixtape for a crush — it's a draft format...f…
Do Lyrics Matter In A Song? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:38
This week, Rich and Clint explore whether lyrics really matter after all. Some massive hits in popular music have some of the most insanely stupid lyrics, which reveals that lyrics might not be a critical component of a…
Why Do The Top Classic Rock Songs of All-Time Keep Changing? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:44
This week, Rich and Clint discuss the phenomenon of "classic rock radio" in the US. Every city in America has a classic rock station, and they all have their "countdown to the greatest songs" playlist. Even though the so…
Where Does A Song Come From? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:04
This week, Rich and Clint discuss the mystery, magic and alchemy of songwriting. Where does a song come from? Drawing inspiration from the amazing Peter Jackson documentary on the Beatles, "Get Back" as well as Malcolm G…
Who Does Christmas The Best? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:09
This week, Rich and Clint discuss the greatest Christmas songs and who does them best and why most of the songs we sing this time of year come from the "golden era" of Christmas songwriting. With special guests Emily Voo…