About this episode
We all know the "hook", if not by name. It's the catchiest, most memorable part of a song, and the culprit for getting the tune stuck in your head. In this podcast episode, learn what makes a hook, what differentiates it from the chorus, and how some famous artists have used it to elevate their songs from great to unforgettable.
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Full Show Notes and Transcript: Episode 041
Instrumental hooks answers:
• Queen - Under Pressure (or Vanilla Ice - Ice, Ice, Baby)
• Deep Purple - Smoke on the Water
• The Verve - Bittersweet Symphony
• Don't Stop Believin' by Journey
Links and Resources
• Interview with the HookTheory team
• Musicality Means… Knowing the Slang
• The genius of "Hook" by Blues Traveler
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