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Follow OBM on Twitter and Instagram - Although I often listen to music alone (and usually late in the evening), that isn't always the case! Sometimes a buddy comes around and we enjoy listening to records together, so this OBM episode is about exactly that. Tune in as I run through my tips for sharing the experience of listening to music with a friend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Follow OBM on Twitter and Instagram - In this OBM episode I talk about listening to music as the only activity - exploring the idea of listening without distractions, focusing on the music itself rather than anything else, and the difference between hearing something and actually listening to it! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Follow OBM on Twitter and Instagram - An invitation for Bob to join me for an episode of the OBM Podcast. The answer my friends, is currently blowing in the wind ;) In celebration of the release of Bob Dylan's latest album 'Rough And Rowdy Ways' - I recorded this little thing, as I was thinking about his last studio album of original material ('Tempest'). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Follow OBM on Twitter and Instagram - An episode to help with getting through isolation. Here are 5 songs chosen to put some good vibes and positivity into everyone's day :) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Follow OBM on Twitter and Instagram - Do you remember instrumental music? Do you need to? These are a couple of questions I pose when it comes to listening to music that doesn't have vocals and words. Can you 'remember the time' that you heard a piece of instrumental music that you couldn't forget? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
You can follow OBM on Twitter / Instagram Have you ever gone to a concert that had a couple of bands playing but you came mainly to see one act? Well that's exactly what happened when a friend and I went to see Fishbone and Trombone Shorty play on a cool double-bill together. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Follow OBM on Twitter and Instagram - In this episode is my song-by-song review of Anna Calvi’s album ‘Hunter’. It’s a stunning work that both challenges and excites the listener. From a whisper to a scream, from a girl to a boy, from the hunted to a hunter - majestic vocals and music accompany its convention-bending themes. Primal. Real. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Follow OBM on Twitter and Instagram - After recently becoming a father, I talk about the music we are now listening to with a baby in the room and the impact of older music on a pair of brand new ears :) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Follow OBM on Twitter and Instagram - Here is Part 2 of my chat with Dan Condon, Music Editor at Australian Radio Station Double J. We talk about music criticism, Bob Dylan, his favourite live music performances and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Follow OBM on Twitter and Instagram - In this episode of the OBM Podcast I speak with Dan Condon, Music Editor at Australian Radio Station Double J. We talk about his musical upbringing, experiencing musical history in the American south, musicians in the internet age, life as a music journalist and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Follow OBM on Twitter and Instagram - After listening to some recent music podcasts where I recognised that certain 'best album' lists were created with the aim of highlighting only certain 'types' of artists, I share some thoughts about music segregation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Follow OBM on Twitter and Instagram - 20 years ago Ms. Lauryn Hill released a stone-cold classic album. She broke the mould, inspired a generation and built a lasting legacy as a solo artist. 20 years later, it's her only solo studio album. In this episode I talk about the album, the time that has passed since its release, what Lauryn has been doing in the intervening years and I ask the question: is one classic album enough? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Follow OBM on Twitter and Instagram - What draws us in to connecting with certain songs or albums whilst not with others? I've been battling with this question myself and have finally reached a conclusion! In this episode, I talk about the essential ingredients in the music that I enjoy the most: emotion and feeling. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Follow OBM on Twitter and Instagram - Rob Esse talks passionately about the Montreux Jazz Festival, sharing why he loves absolutely everything about it and paying tribute to the festival founder, Claude Nobs, and his everlasting Montreux legacy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Follow OBM on Twitter and Instagram - Rob Esse plays 'Little Dark Age' by the band MGMT and provides commentary as he does a first listen of the album in real-time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Follow OBM on Twitter and Instagram - Rob Esse recounts a magical evening spent in the company of Robert Plant and his Sensational Space Shifters, who performed an absolutely entrancing live concert at the Sydney Opera House. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Follow OBM on Twitter and Instagram - Rob Esse attends a Roger Waters concert as part of the 'Us & Them' Tour and he doesn't know what to expect. By the time the show is over, Rob has been taken on an emotional rollercoaster. Is this the kind of concert we really want to see? Listen to hear his thoughts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Follow OBM on Twitter and Instagram - Rob Esse pays tribute to Dolores O'Riordan - the beautifully unique, haunting and tribal voice of The Cranberries. A voice that will linger forever. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Follow OBM on Twitter and Instagram - Rob Esse speaks at length about the importance of the name of a band - especially when a band plays 'live' under their original band name but without original members, lead vocalists or critical musical contributors. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Follow OBM on Twitter and Instagram - Rob Esse puts a spotlight on Queen musician and songwriter, John Deacon. Known as the quieter member of the band, John contributed sounds, ideas and songs that ended up being some of the most loved, popular music in the band's history. Although John retired from musical activity in the mid-1990's, his musical legacy continues right up to the present day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Follow OBM on Twitter and Instagram - Rob Esse talks about his experience of attending an amazingly good concert by The Pretenders and Stevie Nicks on their joint 2017 tour. It was a night of pure rock and roll beauty and classic songwriting brilliance displayed via effortless live showmanship and unique charisma. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Follow OBM on Twitter and Instagram - Rob Esse talks about the Bob Dylan album 'Blood On The Tracks', which was voted as the number one favourite Dylan record by Albumism.com readers. It's a work of heartache, despair, anger and love - but the question remains: is it about Dylan or are the songs simply stories about other people? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Follow OBM on Twitter and Instagram - Rob Esse shares his passion for a pair of awesome live performances by Eric Clapton and his band from their 2001 Tour. The pair of songs are 'My Father's Eyes' and in particular, a truly stunning rendition of 'River Of Tears'. Both performances can be found on Eric Clapton's Live On Tour DVD: One More Car, One More Rider. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Follow OBM on Twitter and Instagram - Rob Esse pays tribute to Tom Petty - a superb songwriter, obsessive sound craftsman and maverick American musician. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Follow OBM on Twitter and Instagram - Rob Esse falls in love, quite quickly, with Kamasi Washington's Harmony of Difference EP. It's a musical work that evokes feelings of positivity, bliss, inspiration and hope, in a world that truly needs it. It is a beautifully constructed, full-flavoured suite of moving music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Follow OBM on Twitter and Instagram - In this OBM episode, Rob Esse pays tribute to Charles Bradley who passed away recently. A deeply emotive singer who experienced his biggest success later in life, he was a much-loved recording artist and a mesmerising live performer who bared his soul to every audience he played for. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Follow OBM on Twitter and Instagram - In this OBM Podcast episode Rob Esse talks about the unique sounds and studio audio perfection of the band Steely Dan. He discusses one of his favourite Steely Dan songs, Things I Miss The Most, and pays tribute to Walter Becker who recently passed away. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Follow OBM on Twitter and Instagram - Rob Esse checks out an album by artist whose solo work he's never heard before. The artist is Steven Wilson and the recently released album is called 'To The Bone'. The question is, does he capture Rob's heart? The answer lies inside this OBM Podcast episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Follow OBM on Twitter and Instagram - Rob Esse listens to the latest Arcade Fire record 'Everything Now'. Does he feel happy by the end of it? Do Arcade Fire surprise or evolve? Listen to the show to find out everything now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Follow OBM on Twitter and Instagram - Rob Esse listens to Tyler, The Creator’s latest album 'Flower Boy'. After not really digging Tyler’s previous work too much, Rob opens his ears to Tyler’s new record to see if he can hear or feel anything that he likes in the music. What does he think? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
