The Big Mates discuss adventures, break ups, expectations, and Humbug by Arctic Monkeys.

Adam, Steve, and Lucas continue their exploration of the career of Arctic Monkeys by diving into the band's divisive, murky, and spooky third album.

They discuss the writing and recording of the album, explore the overall themes and sound, and (barely) begin their track-by-track analysis, exploring the composition, tone, lyrics, meaning, and context for each song in turn - all from three differing perspectives, from being deeply into music and analysis, to not caring for art or critique, and everything in between!

They also find time to remember their own reactions to the album when it was released, the public perception of the change in sound, and try to figure out which genre of rock is most appropriate to describe the vibe.

What kind of questions should art pose? Does Jamie have a beard? Are the Tings Tings Lucas’ quicksand? Find out on this episode of What Is Music?

Our next episode is out next week, Monday August 25th, and will continue the deep-dive into Humbug!

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The Big Mates discuss Burt Bacharach, The Zombies, David Bowie, Scott Walker, Belle & Sebastian, Serge Gainsbourg, The Electric Prunes, Herb Alpert & the Tijuana Brass, John Barry, Ennio Morricone, Astrud Gilberto, Mel Torme, The Sonics, and The Age of the Understatement by The Last Shadow Puppets.

Adam, Steve, and Lucas continue their exploration of the career of Arctic Monkeys by briefly stepping outside of it in order to examine the debut album of a side project Alex Turner formed with Miles Kane.

They discuss how the project came together, the writing and recording of the album, and they explore the overall themes and sound, taking in the compositions, tones, lyrics, meaning, and context - all from three differing perspectives, from being deeply into music and analysis, to not caring for art or critique, and everything in between!

They also look at how the side project was informed by, and goes on to influence the music made by Arctic Monkeys.

How different is this album to Turner's previous work? How tongue in cheek is it? How many strings does a bass guitar have? Find out on this episode of What Is Music?

Our next episode is out next week, Monday August 18th!

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The Big Mates provide exciting and vital audio commentary for Arctic Monkeys at the Apollo.

Adam, Steve, and Lucas discuss the 2007 concert as released on DVD in 2008 and talk about the Favourite Worst Nightmare tour in general!

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Or don't watch along - the episode works fine either way!

Our next episode comes out Monday August 11th and will see us explore The Age of the Understatement by The Last Shadow Puppets!

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