Why every musician is OBSESSED with

On today’s episode of DeadWax, Jack and Ryan are joined by singer-singwriter/guitarist Ariel Posen as they dissect the magic of Sting’s hit “If I Ever Lose My Faith in You” and attempt to solve the riddle of why musicians and non-musicians alike are obsessed with Sting.
HUGE thank you to our guest for this episode: Ariel Posen!!
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Hosts: Jack Conte, Ryan Lerman
Guest: Ariel Posen
Executive Producer: Ryan Lerman
Production Managers: Jason Shadrick, Rachel McGowan
Video: Jenny Baumert
Editor: Adam Kritzberg
Theme Music Mixed by: Caleb Parker
Podcast Producer: Isaac K. Lee
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[@sfilipee]

We need an episode on Prince and get Questlove as a guest

[@andrewweir9151]

In the Sting/Miller interview with Beato, they mention how the bass lick in verse only appears once, which bring an element of surprise to the song because the listener is waiting for that lick

[@GuyRicheyGibbons]

Ten summoners tales is utterly glorious

[@kmb1]

This is one of my desert island albums. And as much as I love this song, which I do... I think it's one of the least interesting songs on the album. An entire Master's thesis could be written on Vinnie's drum track on Seven Days alone, forget the rest of what makes that song an absolute masterpiece. The whole album is sonic gold. For anyone not well versed in Sting, this album is monumental.

[@donnaevans9894]

God I love that Dead Wax is back! I love the musical nerdy breakdown of music. As a learning musician its so informative and an awesome way for me to learn. Thanks guys!

[@thedaver8]

Every time I hear this song it just SOUNDS like the 90s--in a great way. It's like one of those songs that takes you to a time and place.

[@StanfieldFamilyFilms]

I don’t read music. I have no training in theory. But I find this video utterly captivating and entertaining. I learn so much just by watching you all share your passion and nerd out on the musicianship. I sincerely appreciate this channel for helping me listen and pay attention in new ways.

[@thomasmancini3894]

Love the new format of the show! But would also love if you brought back the song/album recommendations - the what are you listening to right now section. So valuable - Got me into a lot of new music!

[@drudavismusic]

Honestly, what’s the problem with finishing the conversation naturally? You got a dinner reservation? Running out of studio time? What is the hangup? 😂 Great episode, though 🙏

[@andrewweir9151]

Yes!!! Massive Sting/The Police fan…so glad you reviewed IIELMF, one of the greatest and underrated pop songs ever, also my favorite band lineup…Sancious, Miller and Colaiuta, killer!

[@groooover2]

What I most love is how the lyrical theme of losing one’s faith in all these foundational things-religion, government, science, etc.-and the life-altering disorientation that would cause is echoed in the musical theme of a shifting, often uncertain key. Feeling that the verse is possibly in D, possibly in A; having these challenging sustained notes countering the chords; pivoting through the pre-chorus from A to E-all of these mimic what life feels like when the normal things can’t be trusted.

[@pauloinpattaya4677]

In his interview with Beato, Sting talks about the importance of "surprise" in music. This analysis reinforces that idea.

[@dalejones4322]

With this episode, Deadwax is officially back!!! This was perfect guys. You have recaptured the old vide and energy and it was so enjoyable. If you can maintain this overhead, there is no need to go any higher. The guest was perfect and knowledgeable. Thanks for bringing it back.

[@unshavenmarc]

I love the energy. This feels like sitting in the room with my big brother and his friends, and I keep nodding like I have ANY CLUE what they're saying. "Yeah! I DO hear that shuka-shuka-shuka throughout. NO WONDER IT'S IN A!"

[@profoundsinger]

Omg!!! I’ve ALWAYS been blown away by the sheer genius of this song! SO happy to see someone else nerd out on the hidden complexities that Sting so effortlessly swim in. Love it!!

[@erichohl]

Dude, the depth they are going into in these conversations is literally unrivalled. Incredibly insightful and actually helpful.

[@Grant_Ferstat]

I would really like to take music lessons with these guys.

[@stewiegriffin993]

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[@marc5535]

Gentlemen, I understand maaaybe 20% of what you're discussing on the technical domain, but on the composition, the structure, the instrumentation and the melodic domains, I am deeply appreciative of your total geek-out analysis of this record. Incredibly illuminating; thank you!

[@vinylarchaeologist]

As a kid I used to listen to this song a lot (around 1995) and even though I knew nothing about music theory (still don’t), every little thing you single out here I remember standing out to me! That’s crazy.