{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/69a7b8282fb50a2e17913fc0/6ac71e839fea6e0a64f1e7d1?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Why Physical Media Matters and the NYC DIY Scene with James Paul Nadien","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/69a7b8282fb50a2e17913fc0/1791434294802-8c44dd67-4711-4325-89fc-025d56e8332a.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>We sit down with incredibly prolific drummer James Paul Nadien to explore his packed gig schedule, ranging from free improvisation and brutal death metal to holding down the drum chair for The Flying Luttenbachers. James talks about his recent trip to China playing the Tomorrow Festival with Weasel Walter, detailing the stressful visa process and the dedicated audience waiting for them in Shenzhen. We go deep into his thoughts on the &quot;uncanny valley&quot; effect of hearing AI-generated music, and why he believes physical media like CDs and cassettes are essential, tangible tools for unplugging from social media addiction. We also compare the legendary Brooklyn loft party scenes of the 2000s to today&#39;s fleeting DIY venues, reflect on the appeal of the current Berlin jazz scene, and explore how James adapts his playing style for everything from acoustic string groups to tracking at the historic Rudy Van Gelder Studios. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Chapter Timestamps:</strong></p><ul><li>00:00 - Intro: A crazy schedule</li><li>00:43 - Is music school worth it? (Studying at the New England Conservatory)</li><li>04:18 - Growing up with Beatles fanatics and Tom Petty tribute bands</li><li>07:13 - The Brooklyn loft party scene and surviving DIY venues</li><li>13:38 - Why younger musicians are returning to CDs and physical media</li><li>20:04 - The &quot;uncanny valley&quot; effect of AI-generated music</li><li>28:16 - Touring China with Weasel Walter and The Flying Luttenbachers</li><li>37:32 - The Berlin jazz scene and an upcoming European tour</li><li>40:37 - The band Typo: Playing drums alongside violin and cello</li><li>44:24 - Double kick pedals and playing brutal death metal</li><li>48:30 - Tracking 40+ albums and using the &quot;Two out of Three&quot; gig rule</li><li>57:28 - Why there is a rubber chicken on the drum set</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>BIRCH GROVE MEDIA</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Web:</strong> <a href=\"https://birchgrove.io/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">birchgrove.io</a></li><li><strong>Follow us:</strong> @birch.grove.media on Instagram.</li><li><strong>Watch on YouTube:</strong> <a href=\"https://www.youtube.com/@BirchGroveMedia\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">youtube.com/@BirchGroveMedia</a></li><li><strong>Get the Record:</strong> Shop our current 180g LP and digital releases on our website. Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.</li></ul>","author_name":"Birch Grove"}