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Playback is a long-form music podcast hosted by producers and musicians Nate Bridges and Brandon Niznik. Between them, they’ve worked with and recorded numerous artists across genres — and on Playback, they bring that experience to the art of deep listening.
Each episode, Nate and Brandon take turns choosing an album to review, discuss, debate, and place within its broader musical, cultural, and historical context. From classic records to overlooked gems, the conversation goes track-by-track into production choices, songwriting, performance, and why the album matters — or doesn’t.
Rooted in the perspective of working producers, Playback goes beyond surface-level reviews. It’s about slowing down, listening closely, and engaging with recorded m