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Free Samples
by Aaron Thompson
In this podcast, we connect the dots between popular songs and the samples they use. Free Samples is where you discover the songs that influenced your favorite artist Listening will give you a better understanding of sampling in popular music, uncover songs that you haven’t heard before, and learn the best samples behind your favorite songs. @freesamples_pod
Episodes
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Vampire Weekend
This episode covers the samples used by indie rock group Vampire Weekend. Songs used in this episode: A-Punk by Vampire Weekend Diplomat's Son by Vampire Weekend Hussel by M.I.A. Let Down by Radiohead Giving up the Gun by Vampire Weekend Cudder is Back by Kid Cudi Ottoman by Vampire Weekend Who’s...
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Kanye West: Graduation Pt. 2
This episode covers the songs used on the second half of Kanye West's album, Graduation. Songs used in this episode: Flashing Lights by Kanye West I Got Money by Jeezy Can't Tell Me Nothing by Kanye West Long (Live at Woodstock) by Red Mountain Barry Bonds by Kanye West ft. Lil Wayne Sing Swan…
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Pusha T: DAYTONA
This episode covers the samples used in Pusha T's 2018 album DAYTONA. It's produced by Kanye West and contains some great samples. Songs used in this episode: If You Know You Know by Pusha T Twelve O'Clock Satanial by Air Heart N' Soul by Booker T Averheart The Games We Play by Pusha T Politics…
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J. Cole: The Off-Season
In this episode I cover the best samples from J. Cole's latest album, The Off-Season. Songs used in this episode: 95 South by J. Cole Put Yo Hood Up by Lil Jon and The East Side Boyz Punchin' the Clock by J. Cole There's Something Missing by Double Exposure 100 Mil' by J. Cole Pride Is the Devil…
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DJ Khaled
In this episode, we take a closer look at samples used by DJ Khaled, including songs from his new album KHALED KHALED. Songs used in this episode: All I Do Is Win by DJ Khaled ft. T-Pain, Ludacris, Snoop Dogg, Rick Ross THANKFUL by DJ Khaled ft. Lil Wayne, Jeremih Aint No Love in the Heart of the...
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Doja Cat
In this episode, we take a closer look at samples used by Doja Cat. Including Freak and Streets. Songs used in this episode: Say So by Doja Cat MOOO! by Doja Cat Polkadots & Moonbeams by Wes Montgomery Put Your Head on My Shoulder by Paul Anka Freak by Doja Cat My Angel by Harry Belafonte Won't...
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Kendrick Lamar: DAMN. Pt. 2
This episode covers the samples used on the second half of Kendrick Lamar's Grammy winning album DAMN. Songs used in this episode: LOVE. by Kendrick Lamar HUMBLE. by Kendrick Lamar Greatest by Eminem LUST. by Kendrick Lamar Knock Knock Knock by Rat Boy XXX. by Kendrick Lamar Get Up Offa That…
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Kendrick Lamar: DAMN. Pt. 1
This episode covers the samples used on the first half of Kendrick Lamar's Grammy winning album DAMN. Songs used in this episode: BLOOD. by Kendrick Lamar DNA. by Kendrick Lamar Marry Jane by Rick James How Good is Your Game by Billy Paul YAH. by Kendrick Lamar Ha by Juvenile ELEMENT. by Kendrick...
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Hiatus Kaiyote, Drake, The Weeknd, and More
Discover how the Australian soul/r&b group Hiatus Kaiyote became the go-to sample for artists like Drake, Jay-Z, Beyonce, Chance the Rapper, Anderson .Paak, and Kendrick Lamar. Songs used in this episode: Breathing Underwater by Hiatus Kaiyote, Earned It by The Weeknd, Hiatus (Broadcast) by…
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Bam Bam - Sister Nancy
Sister Nancy's song Bam Bam is the most sampled reggae song ever. This episode will explore different ways the song has been sampled and become legendary over the years. Songs used in this episode: Bam Bam by Sister Nancy Bam Bam by The Maytals, Byron Lee, and the Dragonaires Famous by Kanye West...
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Protest Songs
This episode highlights the samples used in songs that protest racism, profiling, and the unjust policing system in America. For every listen this episode gets from June 17-July 17, I will donate $1 to the National Police Accountability Project to promote the accountability of law enforcement...
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Bill Withers
This episode honors the late, great Bill Withers and his lasting impact on music. Songs used in this episode: Rosie by Bill Withers Roses by Kanye West Grandma's Hands by Bill Withers No Diggity by Blackstreet ft. Dr. Dre & Queen Pen Let Me Ride by Dr. Dre ft. Jewell & Snoop Dogg Kissing My Love…
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Tyler, The Creator: IGOR Pt. 1
This episode will cover the samples used on the first half of Tyler, The Creator's Grammy winning album "IGOR." Songs used in this Episode: "Igor's Theme" by Tyler, The Creator "Attention" by Memory Band "New Genius" by Gorillaz "Get Down" by Nkono Teles "I Think" by Tyler, The Creator “Special...
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Rotary Connection
This episode will make a full circle connection from the first sample to the last and introduce you to the group Rotary Connection. Songs Used In This Episode: Memory band by Rotary connection Bonita Applebum by A Tribe Called Quest Killing Me Softly by The Fugees Killing Me Softly with His Song…
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The Isley Brothers
This episode explores the influence of the Isley Brothers in Hip Hop and other genres. Their songs have been sampled by artists from coast to coast. Songs in this episode: Big Poppa - The Notorious B.IG. Between the Sheets - The Isley Brothers Dolly My Baby - Super Cat That Lady - The Isley...
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From Kanye, to 1970’s Turkish rock bands, and everything in between. “I Got The…” - Labbi Siffre “My Name Is” - Eminem “Kaleidoscope Dream” - Miguel “Chase the Devil” - Max Romeo “Lucifer” - Jay-Z “New Slaves” - Kanye West “Gyöngyhajú Lány” - Omega “LVL” - A$AP Rocky “A Beginners Guide to...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
In this podcast, we connect the dots between popular songs and the samples they use. Free Samples is where you discover the songs that influenced your favorite artist Listening will give you a better understanding of sampling in popular music, uncover songs that you haven’t heard before, and learn the best samples behind your favorite songs. @freesamples_pod
HOSTED BY
Aaron Thompson
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Free Samples currently has 16 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
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In this podcast, we connect the dots between popular songs and the samples they use. Free Samples is where you discover the songs that influenced your favorite artist Listening will give you a better understanding of sampling in popular music, uncover songs that you haven’t heard before, and learn...
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Free Samples is created and hosted by Aaron Thompson.
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