06 Talking about Radio

Welcome to another episode of the Corner. This episode I am joined by Marvin who is a fellow music fan. We talk about his music experiences and background and also have a chat about alternative rock and also some general chat about music.

* Vocabulary:
4:24 - Scope out (To find out about sth)

4:28 - Subculture scene ( different to the normal culture, different interests )

4:53 - The epicentre ( the central point of sth )

5:00 - Shoegaze ( Shoegazing is a style of alternative rock music started in the 1980's and early 1990's. Characterized by overwhelmingly loud, distorted guitars and echoing reverb)

5:03 - Dreampop ( Type of alternative rock which focuses on creating a mood and vibe much more than actually creating a melody. It aims to create an atmosphere for the listener which sucks them in. )

6:12 - Stage presence ( How much the artist can attract the audience to the stage)

7:22 - Cult following ( a group of fans who are very devoted to a part of the culture )

11:20 - Cater to ( give someone what they need )

11:30 - Esoteric ( likely to be understood by only a small number of people with a specialized knowledge or interest )

13:32 - Dive bar ( A cheap , run down bar )

16:33 - Blast from the past ( To remember something about the past )

21:49 - Grunge ( Rock music that has elements of punk rock and heavy metal, often expressing a bleak or dark outlook on life )

22:05 - Hook you up ( Arrange or get something for someone )

22:25 - Scooping around ( Finding about about something )

23:30 - Roster ( Line up, who will be attending an event )

25:23 - Down my alley ( Something that interests you )

26:25 - Swiftie ( A BIG Taylor Swift fan)

27:48 - Touched the surface ( Only mentioned briefly )