Podcasts

Today I'm going to talk to you about podcasts. If you're a regular room 404 reader, you know that this blog is about art in general, but from the seven forms of art the one we talk more about is music. So, for those time where there's nothing new to read on room 404 and you still want to know more art, what do you do? I bet each of you have their way of fulfilling their art needs, but here is the room 404 recommendation: listen to podcasts.

According to wikipedia,

Podcasting is the method of distributing multimedia files, such as audio programs or music videos, over the Internet using either the RSS or Atom syndication formats, for playback on mobile devices and personal computers. The term podcast, like 'radio', can mean both the content and the method of delivery. The host or author of a podcast is often called a podcaster. Podcasters' web sites may also offer direct download or streaming of their files; a podcast however is distinguished by its ability to be downloaded automatically using software capable of reading RSS or Atom feeds.

Usually a podcast features one type of 'show', with new episodes released either sporadically or at planned intervals such as daily or weekly. In addition, there are podcast networks that feature multiple shows on the same feed.

So, now that you know what a podcast is, here are the recommendations we do of some awsome podcasts to know more music:

• Contrast Podcast is a podcast made by Tim Young, and the idea behind the contrast podcast is that various MP3 bloggers and podcasters each suggest a track based on the week's theme. Every tuesday a new contrast podcast, and the theme for the next number is said. Everybody is invited to participate, and I did it in serveral numbers, from "When I was 16 I liked..." to "Local".


• Undercover Songs is a podcast made by Nuno and Fred, and their show is only on covers. Each number has covers with something in common, like "disruptive covers" or "Lounge" covers. I also contributed with this podcast in the past with a Marilyn Manson cover, and I'll do it again. A new podcast is out every thursday.

And you, Room 404 readers, which podcast files do you listen to?