Recording face to face yet again, Matt and Mike discuss Adam Levine's updated contest, and Herbie Hancock's open letter to inspire artists. Also a deep dive into things we've learned and are still learning about audio production and songwriting. Picks of the Week from Beirut and Jon Hopkins!<h1>Show Notes</h1><ul>
 <li><a href="http://open.spotify.com/user/echolox/playlist/4dPhrfmMswEihGsv4ySzVm">Bits &amp; Pieces Spotify Playlist</a></li>
 <li><a href="http://www.thewrap.com/nbc-changes-contract-to-adam-levines-songland-after-claim-of-rights-overreach/">NBC Changes Contract to Adam Levine Contest</a></li>
 <li><a href="http://liveforlivemusic.com/news/herbie-hancock-and-wayne-shorter-share-open-letter-to-the-next-generation-of-artists/">Herbie Hancock And Wayne Shorter Share Open Letter To The Next Generation Of Artists</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://soundcloud.com/pseudomichael/bring-em-home">Mike's cover of Pete Seeger's anti-war folk tune Bring 'em Home</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E5GEdmpEYX8">Depeche Mode - Agent Orange</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q04ILDXe3QE">Jon Hopkins - Open Eye Signal</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X61BVv6pLtw">Beirut - Postcards from Italy</a></li>
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52 - Get Swole On Your Audio Skills

A fascinating conversation about the world of music from the dual perspectives of both creators and listeners. Stick around for each episode's Pick of the Week, featuring great new songs to throw in your playlists.