Emotional value in music – connection to lyrics in the song

We've already covered the importance of being unique and at the same time creating a personal artistic image that listeners can connect to. If you go back and read about these values you might notice the important relationship between these values. It means that while it's good to have one or more of these values … Continue reading Emotional value in music – connection to lyrics in the song

Connection to the performing artist – a sense that the artist personally aims at the listener

How many times have you listened to a song and had a feeling of "he is singing for me now"? Well, I bet all of us have had that moment more than once and with more than one artist. I know, this feeling might be emphasized, exaggerated or more easily being aware of under substance … Continue reading Connection to the performing artist – a sense that the artist personally aims at the listener

Connection to the performing artist – need for a certain type of emotion

As we all know, most music out there has an enormous power to affect people's feelings. It can make people feel happy, sad, angry, relaxed, empowered or insecure. Music even has the power to alter the feelings and atmosphere that affect a certain person in a certain moment. We always hear that if you're sad … Continue reading Connection to the performing artist – need for a certain type of emotion

Stone Temple Pilots – “Army Ants”: critical analysis of production elements and the emotional impact of musical performance and sonic attributes

This song was performed by Stone Temple Pilots (Scott weiland, Robert DeLeo, Dean DeLeo, Eric Kretz), along with guest artist - Paul Leary (Mellotron), on their 2nd studio release “Purple″ in 1994. This album was produced and mixed by Brendan O’Brien, and engineered by Nick DiDia/Brendan O'brien. This article brings a critical analysis of the … Continue reading Stone Temple Pilots – “Army Ants”: critical analysis of production elements and the emotional impact of musical performance and sonic attributes

Soundgarden – “Like Suicide”: critical analysis of production elements and the emotional impact of musical performance and sonic attributes

This song was performed by Soundgarden (Chris Cornell, Kim Thayl, Ben Shepherd, Matt Cameron) on their 4th studio release “Superunknown″ in 1994. This album was produced By Michael Beinhorn & Soundgarden, mixed by Brendan O’Brien, and engineered by Jason Corsaro. This article brings a critical analysis of the multiple aspects that make us connect emotionally … Continue reading Soundgarden – “Like Suicide”: critical analysis of production elements and the emotional impact of musical performance and sonic attributes

Pearl Jam – “Hail Hail”: critical analysis of production elements and the emotional impact of musical performance and sonic attributes

This song was performed by Pearl Jam (Eddie Vedder, Jeff Ament, Stone Gossard, Mike McCready, Jack Irons) on their 4th studio release “No Code″ in 1996. The album was produced by Brendan O’Brien (with Pearl Jam), mixed by Brendan O’Brien and Nick DiDia, and engineered by Nick DiDia. This article brings a critical analysis of … Continue reading Pearl Jam – “Hail Hail”: critical analysis of production elements and the emotional impact of musical performance and sonic attributes

Soundgarden – “Kickstand”: critical analysis of production elements and the emotional impact of musical performance and sonic attributes

This song was performed by Soundgarden (Chris Cornell, Kim Thayl, Ben Shepherd, Matt Cameron) on their 4th studio release “Superunknown″ in 1994. This album was produced By Michael Beinhorn & Soundgarden, mixed by Brendan O’Brien, and engineered by Jason Corsaro. This article brings a critical analysis of the multiple aspects that make us connect emotionally … Continue reading Soundgarden – “Kickstand”: critical analysis of production elements and the emotional impact of musical performance and sonic attributes

Stone Temple Pilots – “Wonderful” : critical analysis of production elements and the emotional impact of musical performance and sonic attributes

This song was performed by Stone Temple Pilots (Scott weiland, Robert DeLeo, Dean DeLeo, Eric Kretz) on their 5th studio release “Shangri-La Dee Da″ in 2001. This album was produced and mixed by Brendan O’Brien, and engineered by Nick DiDia/Billy Bowers. This article brings a critical analysis of the multiple aspects that make us connect … Continue reading Stone Temple Pilots – “Wonderful” : critical analysis of production elements and the emotional impact of musical performance and sonic attributes

Audioslave – “Sound Of A Gun”: Critical analysis of production elements and the emotional impact of musical performance and sonic attributes

This song was performed by Audioslave (Chris Cornell, Tom Morello, Tim Commerford, Brad Wilk) on their 3rd studio release "Revelations" in 2006. This album was produced and mixed by Brendan O'Brien and engineered by Nick DiDia/Billy Bowers. This article brings a critical analysis of the multiple aspects that make us connect emotionally to a certain … Continue reading Audioslave – “Sound Of A Gun”: Critical analysis of production elements and the emotional impact of musical performance and sonic attributes

Stone Temple Pilots – “Heaven & Hot Rods”: critical analysis of production elements and the emotional impact of musical performance and sonic attributes

This song was performed by Stone Temple Pilots (Scott weiland, Robert DeLeo, Dean DeLeo, Eric Kretz) on their 4th studio release "No.4" in 1999. This album was produced and mixed by Brendan O'Brien, and engineered by Nick DiDia/Russ Fowler/Dave Reed/Allen Sides/Ryan Williams. This article brings a critical analysis of the multiple aspects that make us … Continue reading Stone Temple Pilots – “Heaven & Hot Rods”: critical analysis of production elements and the emotional impact of musical performance and sonic attributes