Finding Equanimity In "No Tears Left To Cry"

Written By Charlie Harding

EPISODE #85

Ariana Grande has returned with a track that is jarring yet simultaneously catchy. She uses sophisticated musical techniques to tell a story of healing, resiliency, and hope after the attack at her concert in Manchester. Listeners will learn techniques like tempo rubato, modal interchange and amen breaks, which weave together this equanimous narrative.

SONGS DISCUSSED

Ariana Grande – No Tears Left To Cry

Ariana Grande – Into You

Ariana Grande – Break Free ft. Zedd

The Winstons – Amen Brother

The Prodigy – Minefield

N.W.A. – Straight Outta Compton

Oasis – Do You Know What I mean

Futurama Theme Song

Charlie Harding
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