Song Minded with Amir Khostavan

Amir Khostavan

Welcome to Song Minded with Amir Khostavan, the podcast for people who look at music from the inside out. Hosted by songwriter and music producer Amir Khostavan, this show dives deep into the art, science, and culture of the music shaping our world. From dissecting current music pop culture trends and reviewing the latest album drops to breaking down hit tracks from a music theory standpoint, Song Minded is a casual yet deep-dive look into what makes great songs work. Subscribe for new episodes, and catch the video versions periodically on the Amir Khostavan YouTube channel.

Episodes

  1. May 23

    Why Bad is Michael Jackson's most CONSISTENT album

    A deep dive into Michael Jackson's album 'Bad,' exploring its consistency, iconic tracks, and the legacy it holds. The album is celebrated for its musical achievements and impact, despite comparisons to 'Thriller.' Takeaways Bad: A consistent and impactful recordIconic tracks like 'Man in the Mirror' and 'Smooth Criminal' Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Bad09:50 The Way You Make Me Feel15:05 Liberian Girl22:50 Man in the Mirror31:01 Dirty Diana37:10 Leave Me Alone

    36 min

  2. May 19

    Why Michael Jackson's Thriller is One of the Best Albums Ever

    The conversation methodically explores the iconic album 'Thriller' by Michael Jackson, highlighting its minimalistic songwriting and its profound influence on pop culture and the music industry. The chapters cover the introduction to Thriller, the aura of the album, individual track analyses, and the impact of Thriller on music and culture. Takeaways Iconic album with minimalistic songwritingInfluence on pop culture and music industry

    35 min

  3. Apr 29

    Album Review: Michael Jackson's "Off The Wall"

    Amir Khostavan takes listeners on a journey through Michael Jackson's debut on Epic Records with the album 'Off the Wall.' Exploring iconic tracks and themes, Amir provides a comprehensive review of the record, its impact, and its influence on Jackson's later work. Takeaways Off the Wall: A Journey Through Michael Jackson's Debut on Epic RecordsExploring the Iconic Tracks and Themes of Off the Wall Chapters 00:00 Legacy of Off the Wall

    18 min

  4. 12/12/2025

    Making Music with Suno. Why does it feel wrong?

    In this episode, I break down what it's like as a music producer and songwriter to embrace working with Suno AI. I talk about the pros, the cons, and why I like using it as a TOOL to help me become more music that I care about, while allowing me to focus on what I love to do, which is being a songwriter and a performer.

    28 min
  • 4 Episodes

Ratings & Reviews

5
out of 5
2 Ratings

About

Welcome to Song Minded with Amir Khostavan, the podcast for people who look at music from the inside out. Hosted by songwriter and music producer Amir Khostavan, this show dives deep into the art, science, and culture of the music shaping our world. From dissecting current music pop culture trends and reviewing the latest album drops to breaking down hit tracks from a music theory standpoint, Song Minded is a casual yet deep-dive look into what makes great songs work. Subscribe for new episodes, and catch the video versions periodically on the Amir Khostavan YouTube channel.

Information

  • Creator
    Amir Khostavan
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    4
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Amir Khostavan