Welcome to the Soundtrack Summer series, where we explore one collection of work each episode and break down how music affects both the fictional world and the viewer experience. Dead to Me has a unique soundtrack that blends older soft pop, soul, and modern indie to set the tone for the show's dark yet comedic narrative. How does the music support – through visual/narrative similarity or contrast – the show's unique style? Does song placement hold clues to individual characters and their motivations? This episode also raised funds for The Bail Project! Streamed 8/8/2020. Master Link Hub: bit.ly/sync-radio Live (Saturdays at 6 pm PST): bit.ly/sync-live Podcast/Listen Again: bit.ly/syncpodcast Donate to The Bail Project: bit.ly/sync–TBP

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Dead to Me | Soundtrack Summer

Welcome to the Soundtrack Summer series, where we explore one collection of work each episode and break down how music affects both the fictional world and the viewer experience. Gossip Girl features numerous hit songs of the late aughts and early '10s, and many have made a lasting impact on pop music and stars as we know it. But how does a catchy and immediately recognizable song fit into a fictional narrative (however realistic)? Does their iconic nature help or hinder our belief in the world of the Upper East Side teenager? This episode also raised funds for The Bail Project! Streamed 7/10/2020. Master Link Hub: bit.ly/sync-radio Live (Saturdays at 6 pm PST): bit.ly/sync-live Podcast/Listen Again: bit.ly/syncpodcast Donate to The Bail Project: bit.ly/sync–TBP

Gossip Girl | Soundtrack Summer

Welcome to the Soundtrack Summer series, where we explore one collection of work each episode and break down how music affects both the fictional world and the viewer experience. Juno has a unique soundtrack filled with classics, love songs, and original music by Kimya Dawson. How does the music of Juno support the film's depiction of teenage life, especially one that has been turned upside down? And how does song placement affect our perception of the film's incredibly unique characters? This episode also raised funds for The Bail Project! Streamed 6/27/2020. Master Link Hub: bit.ly/sync-radio Live (every Saturday at 6 pm PST): bit.ly/sync-live Podcast/Listen Again: bit.ly/syncpodcast Donate to The Bail Project: bit.ly/sync–TBP

Juno | Soundtrack Summer

Welcome to the Soundtrack Summer series, where we explore one collection of work each episode and break down how music affects both the fictional world and the viewer experience. Wes Anderson is known for his cohesive aesthetic, but how does he score his universe? Is there the same sonic consistency? We also have a special guest – Charlie – with incredible knowledge and passion for Anderson's body of work. This episode also raised funds for The Bail Project! Master Link Hub: bit.ly/sync-radio Live (every Saturday at 6 pm PST): bit.ly/sync-live Podcast/Listen Again: bit.ly/syncpodcast Donate to The Bail Project: bit.ly/sync–TBP

Wes Anderson (feat. Charlie) | Soundtrack Summer

Welcome to the Soundtrack Summer series, where we explore one collection of work each episode and break down how music affects both the fictional world and the viewer experience. Stranger Things is packed with classic '80s hits, but does our own musical nostalgia help or hurt our ability to stay immersed in the universe? This episode also raised funds for The Bail Project! Master Link Hub: bit.ly/sync-radio Live (every Saturday at 6 pm PST): bit.ly/sync-live Podcast/Listen Again: bit.ly/syncpodcast Donate to The Bail Project: bit.ly/sync–TBP

Stranger Things | Soundtrack Summer

Los Angeles is arguably the media capital of the world. Let's look at the music of films and shows set in Los Angeles; what does a city sound like, and how do we represent it through music?  PLEASE listen along here if you can; I know you can't play two things at once if you're on Spotify, but if you want to listen before or after or on another platform, please do! Audio from the live show streamed on Twitch on 4/25/2020 LINKS: Master Link Hub: bit.ly/sync-radio Live (every Saturday at 6 pm PST): bit.ly/sync-live Watch Again: bit.ly/sync-youtube Podcast/Listen Again: bit.ly/syncpodcast Playlist for this episode: bit.ly/los-ageless

Los Ageless – SYNC Live Ep. 2

I'm back! Let's talk about space and human contact. Starting with music broadcasted into space, moving through composers, and talking about space pop and rock of the '60s and '70s. PLEASE listen along here if you can; I know you can't play two things at once if you're on Spotify, but if you want to listen before or after or on another platform, please do! Audio from the live show streamed on Twitch on 4/4/2020. LINKS: Master Link Hub: bit.ly/sync-radio Live (every Saturday at 6 pm PST): bit.ly/sync-live Watch Again: bit.ly/sync-youtube Podcast/Listen Again: bit.ly/syncpodcast Playlist for this episode: bit.ly/scoring-space

Scoring Space – SYNC Live Ep. 1

What makes a good biopic? In this episode, we explore biopics with original/rerecorded albums sung by the actors who portray the subject of each biopic. Every song is mashed up with its original (Billie Holiday and Diana Ross singing "Lover Man" together, etc.) so we can really look at the differences.  Enjoy! xoxo Emma

SYNC Episode 2: The Art of the Biopic

SYNC: discussing the music of media! This episode talks about the music in coming-of-age movies and television from Animal House and John Huges to Juno and Euphoria.  Audio does click; this is a streaming error that I cannot fix (if you want me to fix it buy me Adobe Audition xoxo)! Should get better in the next few episodes.

SYNC Episode 1: Teenage Dream

Let's discuss music and media. How does music enhance a viewer's experience of film and television? Where does this music come from, and how does it end up in these pieces? Let's find out.