Counterpoint

In this week’s episode, hosts Deke Sharon and Rob Dietz sit down with two of the current members of The Kinsey Sicks, “America’s Favorite Dragapella Beautyshop Quartet.” The hilarious and musically-talented Jeff Manabat and Nathan Marken, AKA the current Trixie and Winnie, talk through the group’s humble and socially-minded beginnings in 1993, and how the members of the group have remained faithful to their original authenticity and political mindset up to and through the most recent celebration of their 25th anniversary. With heart, sincerity, and pure fun, Jeff and Nathan discuss the importance of finding purpose and intention in song choice, and how the a cappella community can continue to lift up different identities and performances that might not always fit the mold. Additional segments: History Minute featuring Lisa Forkish about the group that inspired the movie Pitch Perfect, and a Sound Tutorial with Kid Beyond.

Original song: Jerry’s Song by The Kinsey Sicks (used with permission)

In this special edition of Counterpoint, Deke and Dietz take a giant step back to the dawn of a cappella music, answering questions about how the industry got its start, how it’s evolved over the years, why groups look and sound the way they do, and so much more! If you’re a newbie just getting your start in the world of vocal music, or a seasoned oldie looking to brush up on the basics, tune into this episode to get your fix!

In the premiere episode of Counterpoint with Deke and Dietz, hosts Deke Sharon and Rob Dietz sit down with award-winning beatboxer and a cappella superstar Kevin “K.O.” Olusola of Pentatonix. They learn about Kevin’s surprising entry into the a cappella world and how a casual YouTube upload put him on The Sing Off’s radar, launching one of the most exciting careers in vocal music history. The trio also discuss how the music industry as a whole has changed so dramatically over the last decade, ways to succeed as a musician both on and off the stage, and the process of developing Pentatonix’s signature sound. Additional segments: Arranger’s Corner featuring VJ Rosales and his arrangement of “All of Me” (apb John Legend) for his group the Filharmonic and History Minute featuring Deke Sharon explaining his famed takedown of a cult. Original song: Satellite by Arora (used with permission)

The NXVIUM RARB thread – http://forums.casa.org/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=4412

ARORA “Bioluminescence” – https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/bioluminescence/681276257