The best hang in music. Jazz pianists Adam Maness and Peter Martin break down the greatest albums of all time, track-by-track. Like Thriller, Kid A, Songs In the Key of Life, Aja, and Voodoo. They use their deep knowledge of music theory to uncover the hidden qualities that make music work - harmony, groove, composition and production - while demonstrating at the keys and playing isolated stems. Then, watch them perform their favorite track with our in-house band: One shot, one take. You'll never hear music the same way again. A video podcast from Open Studio, the #1 online jazz education platform.
What this show covers
neo-soulEarfoodRoy HargroveSoulquarianscozy songslistening partymusic recommendationsfall playlistAhmad Jamalalbum listeningjazz pianomusic discussionplaylistsD'Angeloalbum analysis
What listeners will find here
Why Roy Hargrove’s Earfood could be the ideal bridge from neo-soul to jazz
Roy Hargrove’s Earfood sits at the crossroads of acoustic jazz, neo-soul, and hip-hop. Adam Maness and Peter Martin dig into the 2008 album track by track, connecting Hargrove’s Soulquarian-era influence to a record they frame as a perfect entry point for jazz-curious listeners.
Jazz pianists build the ultimate fall-ready cozy songs playlist
Cozy songs for fall take center stage as Adam Maness and Peter Martin swap handpicked favorites across jazz, soul, pop, and singer-songwriter classics. The episode moves from Shirley Horn and Norah Jones to D’Angelo, Nick Drake, and an unexpected pick from Thriller.
Adam Maness and Peter Martin build their dream Ahmad Jamal playlist
Ahmad Jamal is the focus as Adam Maness and Peter Martin trade favorite tracks and assemble an ultimate playlist spanning decades of his recording life. It looks like a lively mix of listening guide, artist appreciation, and jazz debate, with stops at signature performances and a few strong opinions along the way.
A track-by-track deep dive into why Black Messiah still feels singular
D'Angelo and the Vanguard's Black Messiah gets a close listen from jazz pianists Adam Maness and Peter Martin. They trace the album's influences, unpack its textures and structures song by song, and connect its sound to Roy Hargrove, Sly, Marvin, and Prince.
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