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Tracks On Trial

Tracks On Trial

Di: Sam George Amy Joe & Andy Smith
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Tracks on Trial is a weekly music commentary and analysis podcast created and hosted by producer and composer Sam George, who is joined by artists and songwriters Amy Joe and Andy Smith. Each episode steps inside the creative engine room of a song, a genre, or a movement, exploring what makes music powerful, provocative, innovative, or culturally significant. The show treats listening as an artform. Every track becomes evidence, every idea becomes an argument, and every episode invites the audience to question what they think they know about modern music.

Sam brings a unique perspective shaped by his work as a writer, producer, mixer, and educator. His background spans metal, pop, electronic music, and immersive audio, and he has collaborated with artists across genres and generations. In Tracks on Trial, that experience is used for one purpose. To help listeners hear deeper. You are not just hearing opinions or reactions. You are learning how a music producer interprets rhythm, harmony, arrangement, texture, intention, cultural context, and emotional impact. The show blends technical insight with accessible storytelling so musicians and non musicians can follow every idea and enjoy the entire journey.

Every episode explores a different musical subject. Punk as cultural detonation, songwriting myths that refuse to die, the evolution of the breakdown, the hidden mathematics of groove, or the way artists reinvent their voice across decades. Some episodes focus on a single track and break it down piece by piece. Others examine entire movements and explain why they mattered, how they emerged, and what they changed. The goal is always the same. Understand music more deeply, appreciate it more fully, and recognise the creative decisions hidden inside every great record.

The tone of Tracks On Trial is direct, warm, and unpretentious. It is neither academic nor sensationalist. It is a place where big ideas are explained clearly, where genres are treated with respect, and where the craft of music making is celebrated. You will hear expert analysis, but also humour, unexpected connections, and thoughtful reflection on how music shapes culture and how culture shapes music in return.

Although the show includes short excerpts of copyrighted material, these are used strictly for commentary, analysis, education, and critical discussion. They form part of the evidence used in each episode’s argument, and they exist solely to help listeners follow the ideas being explored.

Whether you are a producer, songwriter, musician, or simply someone who loves music and wants to understand it on a deeper level, Tracks On Trial offers a thoughtful and engaging listening experience. It invites you into the mind of a working creator and encourages you to listen with curiosity rather than habit.

New episodes release weekly. Tune in, take your seat, and explore the music you love with fresh ears.

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  • The Tracks on Trial Christmas Special: Alternative Festive Songs, Chaos, Trivia & Holiday Hot Takes
    Dec 23 2025

    Christmas music is weird.

    One minute it’s beautiful, nostalgic and comforting - the next it’s novelty songs, metal Santa chaos, and the same track played 47 times in one afternoon.

    In the Tracks on Trial Christmas Special, Sam George, Amy Jo and Andy put the courtroom on hold and dive headfirst into the chaotic world of festive music. From indie winter hymns and alternative Christmas tracks to heavy, unhinged holiday songs, this episode celebrates the weird side of Christmas playlists.

    The jury explores how cultural differences shape Christmas celebrations around the world, why nostalgia plays such a powerful role in how we experience holiday music and movies, and why modern Christmas culture feels very different from the classics many of us grew up with.

    Along the way, there are community shoutouts, ridiculous but enlightening Christmas music trivia, satirical festive news headlines, and strong opinions about which songs should - and definitely shouldn’t - be played every December.

    🎄 In this episode:

    • Alternative and unconventional Christmas songs
    • Indie and metal takes on festive music
    • Cultural differences in Christmas traditions
    • Nostalgia, Christmas movies, and memory
    • Why Christmas music sparks extreme emotional reactions
    • Fake Christmas music news
    • Fun and surprising Christmas music trivia
    • The importance of diversifying your holiday playlist

    This isn’t about verdicts or flops - it’s about embracing the full spectrum of Christmas music, from beautiful to baffling.

    Grab a drink, avoid the supermarket playlists, and join us for a festive episode that proves Christmas music doesn’t have to be boring.

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    1 ora e 10 min
  • Unearthing the Underground: Underrated Metal, Hidden Gems & the Ace of Spades Verdict
    Jan 6 2026

    Welcome back to Tracks on Trial, the global music podcast where three hosts from three continents put songs in the dock and deliver one of two verdicts: Topper or Flopper.

    In this episode, we head deep into the underground metal scene, spotlighting underrated bands and tracks that deserve far more attention than they get. From emotionally devastating performances to surgically precise production, this episode is all about the metal that flies under the radar - and why that’s often where the most exciting innovation lives.

    Sam George, Amy Jo, and Andy explore what gives metal real emotional weight, why conviction matters as much as technical skill, and how female vocalists are reshaping the genre with power, range, and authenticity. Along the way, the jury faces quickfire rounds, tests their knowledge with a metal quiz, and tackles satirical metal-industry “news” that hits a little too close to home.

    The episode builds toward a deeper discussion of Motörhead’s “Ace of Spades”, examining its legacy, influence, and why it still looms so large over modern heavy music.

    In this episode:

    • Underrated and underground metal bands
    • Emotional weight vs technical proficiency
    • Female vocalists redefining heavy music
    • Quickfire instinct rounds
    • A metal quiz to test genre knowledge
    • Satirical metal industry news
    • Production quality in modern metal
    • The lasting influence of Ace of Spades
    • Why discovering lesser-known bands matters

    Whether you’re a lifelong metalhead or just starting to dig deeper, this episode proves that some of the most vital heavy music lives far away from the mainstream.

    Topper or Flopper? Listen, judge, and tell us which underground bands deserve their day in court.

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    58 min
  • Modern Rock Unleashed: The Fratellis’ Reinvention, Dorothy’s Power & the Evolution of Rock Today
    Dec 9 2025

    Rock isn’t dead - it just keeps changing its outfit. In this episode of Tracks on Trial, we dive deep into the world of modern rock from the last five years, exploring how today’s artists blend classic attitude with fresh ideas, new production techniques, and genre-bending creativity.

    Sam George, Amy Jo and Andy Smith trade perspectives from three continents as they put a new batch of tracks on trial. From The Fratellis’ unexpected do-wop-leaning reinvention to Dorothy’s powerhouse vocal performances, the jury examines how modern rock continues to evolve while staying emotionally punchy and unapologetically bold.

    Along the way, we discuss:

    • How vocals carry the emotional core of a track
    • When production choices elevate a song - and when they derail it
    • Why some songs work without a traditional build or crescendo
    • The growing versatility of indie and rock-adjacent genres
    • The influence of veterans like Alice Cooper and innovative acts like Royal Blood
    • What makes a song a “vibe” vs. a “statement”
    • Why lyrics matter more than many listeners realise
    • How rock artists borrow from pop, soul, blues, metal and beyond
    • The joy of discovering fresh perspectives within the rock community

    Plus - a rapid-fire round featuring brand new tracks, hot takes, questionable opinions, and at least one moment where someone rants about production choices (again).

    Whether you’re a rock loyalist or a curious explorer, this episode highlights how broad, surprising and emotionally charged the modern rock scene has become.

    ⚖️ Topper or Flopper? Listen, judge, and share your verdict.

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    1 ora e 7 min
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