The Cut Music

Mike, Brad and The Moosh
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The Cut Music is a music-driven show where every episode starts with a question, a theme, or a challenge, then the hosts build a nine-song soundtrack around it. From forgotten deep cuts and legendary anthems to guilty pleasures, left turns, and songs that probably started an argument in somebody’s car, nothing is off limits. One week, we might ask which songs have the greatest intros ever recorded. The next, we might dig into celebrities who tried to become rock stars, artists who changed genres overnight, or the tracks that marked the beginning of one chapter while another one burned to the ground. Part music discovery, part sharp conversation, part controlled chaos, The Cut Music is built for people who still care about albums, liner notes, side projects, B-sides, and the stories hiding behind the speakers. 9 Songs. 1 Question. 0 Filter. Welcome To The Cut Music New episodes every Monday

  1. 5d ago

    Grunge-less In Seattle?

    Sponsor: Skillshare Click here to get 1 month Free with Annual Subscription Seattle’s music scene is way bigger than flannel and grunge—and The Cut Music is taking the scenic route through it. Mike, Brad, and Moosh build a Seattle playlist that swerves from early emo and alt-rock to underground hip-hop, power-metal glory, strange sonic experiments, and the roots of a genre that changed rock forever. Expect Sunny Day Real Estate, Queensrÿche, Heart, Death Cab for Cutie, Shabazz Palaces, Minus the Bear, Mother Love Bone, Vitamin D, and more. Listen on Spotify Sunny Day Real Estate - Seven Vitamin-D - No Good Queensrÿche - Jet City Woman Death Cab for Cutie - Stone Over Water Shabazz Palaces - Swerve Heart - What About Love? Minus the Bear - The Game Needed Me Jake One - Home Mother Love Bone - Crown of Thorns There’s love for the obvious, respect for the underrated, a little debate over whether something is secretly reggae, and enough Trans Am energy to make the Pacific Northwest proud. Hit play, discover something new, and let us know: what Seattle artist belongs on the next Cut Music playlist? #TheCutMusic #SeattleMusic #SeattlePlaylist #MusicPodcast #MusicDiscovery #AlternativeRock #HipHop #PowerMetal #Grunge

    Grunge-less In Seattle?

  2. Sep 7

    Let's Play Some Ska!

    Sponsor: SeatGeek Click the link below for tickets to your next event and help support the show! Link: https://seatgeek.pxf.io/rEq7Ey This week on The Cut Music, Brad and Moosh take a deep dive into the history of Ska, tracing the genre from its Jamaican roots and early origins through its evolution, its influence on punk and alternative music, and the reason its unmistakable sound is still alive and kicking today. Brad also takes Mike up on a challenge: find a ska song that uses double bass. Brad delivers as always, playing some crazy Ska fusion tracks. Mike wasn’t actually there for this episode, but that doesn’t mean he stayed quiet. While editing the show, Mike adds his own commentary from post production, turning the episode into something like in Looney Tunes when Daffy Duck is being screwed with by the artist, who ends up being Bugs Bunny. Can't wait to see who Moosh got to sponsor this episode... This is the second time Brad and Moosh have recorded a show without Mike. The first time pissed him off. So consider this episode Mike’s revenge. He may not have been in the room... But he was absolutely in the edit. 🎧 Listen to the playlist while you listen to the episode! 🎵 Episode TracklistThe Toasters - 2-Tone ArmyFolly - BrokenReel Big Fish - Trendy8 Kalacas - PudreteThe Aquabats! - Super Rad!The Flaming Tsunamis - Refuse To DieMad Caddies - Road RashRandom Hand - Play Some Ska Connect with us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecutmusic1 TikTok: tiktok.com/@thecutmusic1 Email: thecutmusic1@gmail.com #TheCutMusic #Ska #SkaMusic #TwoTone #ReelBigFish #TheAquabats #Goldfinger #MusicHistory

    Let's Play Some Ska!

  3. Aug 31

    A Pink Floyd Deep Dive!

    Pink Floyd Deep DiveIn this Pink Floyd Deep Dive, The Moosh takes us on a wild trip through the history of one of the most transformative bands in music. We start at the beginning, with Pink Floyd’s earliest tracks carrying surprising echoes of The Rolling Stones, before watching them seemingly flip a switch and dive headfirst into psychedelia on their sophomore album, The Piper at the Gates of Dawn. From there, things get wonderfully weird. We explore the rise of Syd Barrett and the devastating mental health struggles that changed the course of the band, the legendary flying pig that escaped over London’s Battersea Power Station, and the extraordinary Live at Pompeii recording that captured Pink Floyd performing without an audience in one of the most surreal settings imaginable. And then there’s the tension. The creative battles. The split with Roger Waters. The eventual return. And the bigger question hanging over all of it: Did Pink Floyd actually change music? The Moosh makes the case that they did, placing Pink Floyd in a very rare category of artists who didn’t simply make great records, but fundamentally changed what people thought music could be. So turn down the lights, fire up the headphones, and take the trip with us. 🐖🌙🚀 Listen on Spotify: Click Here Arnold LayneAstronomy DomineEchoesMoneyShine On You Crazy Diamond (Pts. 1–5)Pigs on the Wing 1Comfortably NumbOn the Turning Away Sponsor: SkillsShare (1 Month Free) Link: https://skillshare.eqcm.net/TheCut Connect with us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecutmusic1 Email: thecutmusic1@gmail.com

    A Pink Floyd Deep Dive!

  4. Aug 24

    We Rescored The Dark Knight

    We turned The Dark Knight into a full-on rescore experiment and honestly... it worked way better than it should have. 🎬 We matched songs to scenes like we were building a real soundtrack. Nine Inch Nails, Radiohead, Johnny Cash, Massive Attack - all in the mix. Some scenes felt like they were made for the music. The wild part? A few choices completely changed how the movie felt. Would you rather hear a movie re-scored with dark industrial music or classic rock? 2. Hashtags #TheDarkKnight #FilmNerd #MovieEdit #Rescore #MovieTok The conversation delves into the impact of Heath Ledger's portrayal of the Joker in The Dark Knight, the role of music and sound in film, a comparison between The Dark Knight Rises and The Dark Knight, an analysis of specific scenes from The Dark Knight, and a focus on the hospital explosion scene. Takeaways Creative processScoring scenes Heath Ledger's portrayal of the Joker in The Dark Knight is widely praised for its intensity and commitment to character.The use of music and sound in film can significantly impact the emotional impact of a scene. Film factsDiscussion on BatmanJohnny Cash appreciation Rescoring movie scenes with different music can create a unique and impactful viewing experience.The choice of music can significantly influence the emotional impact of a scene. Listen On Spotify NIN - Just Like You Imagined - Bank RobberyThe Stooges - Search & Destroy - Batmobile ChaseRadiohead - Exit Music For A Film - Rachel's DeathRadiohead - Climbing Up The Walls - Agent Of ChaosArthur Brown - Fire - Hospital ExplosionJohnny Cash - When The Man Comes Around - Two Face's RevengeMassive Attack - Angel - Batman vs. SWATAudioslave - Shadow of the Sun - EndingWoodkid - Iron - Ending Skillshare 1 Month Free with Annual Membership Disclaimer: Some of the film clips may be muted, cut, or completely removed. While rescoring a film is transformative and adds a new artistic approach to each of the scenes included in this episode, Youtube's auto detection methods are not the best when it comes to honoring the Fair Use rights included in the US Copyright Act. More footage may be visible on Spotify, and you can access our profile here: https://open.spotify.com/show/1r7WwYy8sf8WXIfJnXlmLe?si=cedf1a684fda4be0 Fair use notice: This video contains brief excerpts from The Dark Knight, used solely for purposes of commentary, criticism, and education. The episode analyzes how replacing a film’s musical score transforms the mood, pacing, and interpretation of key scenes. All film clips are used only as necessary to illustrate these points and are paired with ongoing analysis. This content is transformative and intended to fall within the fair use doctrine under Section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Act.

    We Rescored The Dark Knight

  5. Aug 17

    Mount Your Unicorns! It's Time For Power Metal?

    The conversation delves into the world of power metal, exploring its defining characteristics, the experience of a power metal concert, and the unique aesthetic of power metal music. The stamina of power metal musicians is highlighted, and the influence of the video game Halo on the genre is discussed. Click Here for the Spotify Playlist Help support the show by heading to SeatGeek to purchase tickets to your next event: https://seatgeek.pxf.io/ZVLRZk Connect with us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecutmusic1 Email: thecutmusic1@gmail.com Takeaways Power metal is characterized by high-pitched vocals, treble-heavy guitars, and a fantastical, lore-driven emotional feeling.Power metal music often evokes imagery of space, unicorns, wizards, and epic battles, creating a unique aesthetic.Power metal musicians demonstrate exceptional stamina and endurance during live performances, contributing to the genre's energetic and powerful sound. Power metal's influence and themesEpic nature of power metal songsFascination with medieval and lore-inspired elementsArtwork analysis and band aesthetics Exploration of stereotypes related to long hairDiscussion on the use of offensive language and taboo topicsInsight into the selection of music for soundtracks and the power metal genre Exploration of vocal range and musical influencesAppreciation of power metal and vocal performance Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Power Metal11:22 Defining Power Metal13:40 Glory Hammer and the Power Metal Experience16:00 The Power Metal Aesthetic20:59 The Stamina of Power Metal Musicians21:59 Gaming with Power Metal22:56 Unleashing the Power of Metal28:10 Epic Journeys and Musical Adventures01:01:40 Medieval Metal and Lore01:15:11 Artwork Analysis and Musical Obsessions01:16:15 Hair and Music01:16:44 Long Hair and Stereotypes01:19:07 Offensive Language and Taboo Topics01:30:03 Soundtracks and Music Selection01:34:30 Queensryche and Power Metal01:44:02 Exploring Vocal Range01:44:59 Musical Influences and Memories01:46:10 Power Metal and Vocal Performance01:49:16 Analyzing Vocal Techniques01:54:23 Impact of Music on Emotions01:55:28 Appreciating Musical Artistry01:58:23 Discussion on Power Metal Songs01:59:25 Reflections on the Episode02:05:18 Contemplating Future Episodes02:12:39 Scoring for a Movie

    Mount Your Unicorns! It's Time For Power Metal?

  6. Aug 10

    Of Grave Dissonance Part II: Who Is The Mystery Guardian?

    Watch the conclusion of our first Dungeons & Dragons campaign, Of Grave Dissonance! Brad and The Moosh thought they would be celebrating The Cut Music's 100th episode by taking a look back over the years, a solid but cliché idea, but Mike had other plans. Just when they thought the show was about to kick off as planned, Mike praised the improv group, Dropout, and initiated a #Gamechanger! Be sure to watch Episode 100: Of Grave Dissonance Part I before proceeding with this episode, and see if you can guess who the Secret Guardian is! Click Here to go to our Spotify profile. Here you can browse the playlists for our most recent episodes. This episode is sponsored by Skillshare. Click the link below to get your first month free with the purchase of an annual membership, and help support our show! Get One Month Free Contact thecutmusic1@gmail.com https://www.instagram.com/thecutmusic1/

    Of Grave Dissonance Part II: Who Is The Mystery Guardian?

  7. Aug 3

    We Celebrate Our 100th Episode With A SurpriseD&D Campaign: Of Grave Dissonance

    Can you solve the mystery? Brad & The Moosh think we're going to celebrate the 100th episode by reflecting on the journey of the show. They discuss the process of choosing songs for the special episode and prepare for a surprise reveal. The episode takes an unexpected turn as Mike throws both of them into a Dungeons and Dragons campaign that stays true to The Cut Music! The two must compile a playlist in an attempt to awaken a sleeping guardian and restore life to the people of Parish Hollow. And the guardian is someone famous. Maybe real or fictional, past or present, dead or alive. Who do you think the guardian is? Chapters 00:00 Celebrating Episode 10013:31 Reflecting on 100 Episodes14:04 Choosing Songs for the Celebration15:16 Preparing for the Special Episode19:04 Revealing the Surprise21:11 Introducing the D&D Campaign49:03 Arrival at Julie's Bar and Grill51:06 The Comatose Patrons57:14 The Broken Jukebox01:04:12 Revelation of the Town's State01:10:43 Attempt to Change the Mood01:12:52 Setting the Scene01:13:06 Music Mishaps01:21:35 Awakening the Bar01:42:29 Exploring the Surroundings01:45:03 Arrival at Julie's Bar and Grill01:45:20 Disappointing Food Experience01:46:19 Exiting the Bar and Exploring Paris Hollow01:48:21 Exploring the Abandoned Theater01:51:36 Investigating the Theater and Finding a Poem02:02:15 Exploring the Backstage Area and Finding a Terminal02:05:09 The Puzzle of the Poem02:06:06 Solving the Puzzle02:07:20 Access Granted02:25:56 Exploring the Park02:32:58 The Mysterious Shoe02:34:10 Exploring the Meadow02:34:27 The Ring of Flowers02:40:05 Investigating the Playground02:45:08 The Clocks in the Captain's Quarters02:56:16 Reflections and Clues

    We Celebrate Our 100th Episode With A SurpriseD&D Campaign: Of Grave Dissonance

  8. Jul 27

    Heading Back to 1999 for our 99th Episode

    The conversation covers a nostalgic exploration of the year 1999, focusing on music, movies, and cultural events. The hosts discuss the impact of the Y2K scare, the music of the time, and the influence of popular movies like The Matrix. The conversation covers a range of topics including music sampling, 90s music, and pop culture references. The hosts discuss the creative process behind Moby's 'Natural Blues' and share insights on the music industry of the time. The conversation also delves into humorous movie references and the impact of Latin music on American charts. The conversation covers a range of topics from music videos to cultural influences, 90s nostalgia, and the significance of certain songs and artists. The hosts also discuss the impact of specific songs and albums on the era, as well as the evolution of music and its influence on popular culture. Playlist Link: https://open.spotify.com/user/mikewebb1986?si=ec3c386b7afa44d4 Sponsor: Seat Geek Connect with us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecutmusic1 Email: thecutmusic1@gmail.com Takeaways Nostalgic exploration of 1999Impact of the Y2K scare Music sampling in the 90s was a creative process that involved remixing and using samples from old records.The impact of Latin music on American charts in the 90s brought a diverse range of cultures into mainstream music.Humorous movie references and pop culture jokes added a lighthearted and entertaining element to the conversation. Cultural influences in music videosNostalgia for the 90sSignificance of songs and artistsEvolution of music and its influence on popular culture Chapters 00:00 1999: A Year of Nostalgia07:44 The Influence of Music in 199915:32 Cultural Impact of Movies in 199942:23 Moby's 'Natural Blues' and Music Sampling48:41 Pop Culture References and Movie Jokes01:16:40 Latin Music Impact on American Charts01:21:38 Latin Influence in American Culture01:22:30 The New Millennium and Music Videos01:23:36 The Impact of 90s Music and Commercials01:43:45 Exploring MF Doom and Hip-Hop01:36:39 90s Nostalgia and Cultural Impact01:53:07 The Dark Knight Soundtrack

    Heading Back to 1999 for our 99th Episode
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The Cut Music is a music-driven show where every episode starts with a question, a theme, or a challenge, then the hosts build a nine-song soundtrack around it. From forgotten deep cuts and legendary anthems to guilty pleasures, left turns, and songs that probably started an argument in somebody’s car, nothing is off limits. One week, we might ask which songs have the greatest intros ever recorded. The next, we might dig into celebrities who tried to become rock stars, artists who changed genres overnight, or the tracks that marked the beginning of one chapter while another one burned to the ground. Part music discovery, part sharp conversation, part controlled chaos, The Cut Music is built for people who still care about albums, liner notes, side projects, B-sides, and the stories hiding behind the speakers. 9 Songs. 1 Question. 0 Filter. Welcome To The Cut Music New episodes every Monday

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  • Creator
    Mike, Brad and The Moosh
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    106
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Mike, Brad and The Moosh
  • Show Website
    The Cut Music