Soundbreaking 2016
What is Soundbreaking?
The television series "Soundbreaking" is a documentary that provides an in-depth look at the art of music recording. It features behind-the-scenes footage and interviews with renowned recording artists, offering a unique perspective on the creative process.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2016
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 8
- Runtime
- 53 minutes
- First aired
- Nov 14, 2016
- Last aired
- Nov 23, 2016
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- PBS
- Genres
- Documentary
- Updated
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Overview
The television series "Soundbreaking" is a documentary that provides an in-depth look at the art of music recording. It features behind-the-scenes footage and interviews with renowned recording artists, offering a unique perspective on the creative process. The series explores the intersection of technology and human artistry, examining the innovative techniques and tools that have shaped the music industry. With a focus on the art of music recording, "Soundbreaking" offers a comprehensive and insightful look at the craft of sound creation. The series features interviews with over 160 recording artists, providing a diverse range of perspectives and insights into the music recording process.
Should you watch it?
“Discover how iconic music was born in the studio through rare artist interviews.”
- Over 160 interviews with legendary recording artists
- Behind-the-scenes look at music production history
- Explores intersection of technology and creativity
- May be too technical for casual music fans
You want to understand how recording studios shaped popular music.
Suitable for music enthusiasts and those interested in creative process documentation.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 8 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 The Art of Recording Nov 14, 2016
- E2 Painting with Sound Nov 15, 2016
- E3 The Human Instrument Nov 16, 2016
- E4 Going Electric Nov 17, 2016
- E5 Four on the Floor Nov 18, 2016
- E6 The World Is Yours Nov 21, 2016
- E7 Sound & Vision Nov 22, 2016
- E8 I Am My Music Nov 23, 2016
Frequently asked questions
Is this about live music performance?
No, it focuses specifically on studio recording techniques and processes.
Are there interviews with famous musicians?
Yes, it features over 160 original interviews with celebrated recording artists.
Do I need musical knowledge to understand it?
No, though some technical aspects may appeal more to music industry enthusiasts.
Does it cover recent music technology?
It explores both historical and contemporary recording innovations.
Is it structured around specific artists?
It's organized around themes of recording artistry rather than individual artist profiles.