Episode 3: Sinking into the sonic variants of Quicksand

Summary: In episode three of Fools Anthem, John and Rich go deep and analyze the breakdowns and bridges of the song 'Head to Wall' from the post-hardcore, New York band, Quicksand. They discuss their love of Quicksand's dissonant guitar patterns and face-melting performances, and acknowledge the evolution and maturity of the band's loud, chunky sound which does not disappoint the test of time.

Chapters:

00:00 About Fool's Anthem

00:59 Today's Topics

03:02 Exploring Quicksand's Musical Style

08:02 The Legacy of Quicksand's Albums

12:10 Enjoy the Space 

15:18 The Bridge

16:01 Evolution of Quicksand's Sound

21:58 Art and Aesthetics 

23:26 Quirky Quicksand Stories

Creators and Guests

Host

John Swick

With a passion for intricate rhythms, you can find John joyfully practicing complex drum patterns or playing his favorite guitar licks.

Host

Rich Ramirez

Rich's connection to music started at age 7 when he picked up the guitar.

Producer

Michelle Ramirez

Does magic behind the scenes.

What is Fools Anthem?

A fresh and fun podcast that captures the musings of two fools who live for music. Plug in, turn it up, and enjoy a backstage pass to the stories and sounds that deserve the spotlight.