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The CMU Treblemakers talk about their recruitment and audition processes, choosing their rep, and much more.

Parkside Range talks about starting an a cappella community on campus, growing as a new group - and they sing some tunes!

In this week's episode, hosts Deke Sharon and Rob Dietz sit down with two of the current members of The Kinsey Sicks, "America's Favorite Dragapella Beautyshop Quartet." The hilarious and musically-talented Jeff Manabat and Nathan Marken, AKA the current Trixie and Winnie, talk through the group's humble and socially-minded beginnings in 1993, and how the members of the group have remained faithful to their original authenticity and political mindset up to and through the most recent celebration of their 25th anniversary. With heart, sincerity, and pure fun, Jeff and Nathan discuss the importance of finding purpose and intention in song choice, and how the a cappella community can continue to lift up different identities and performances that might not always fit the mold. Additional segments: History Minute featuring Lisa Forkish about the group that inspired the movie Pitch Perfect, and a Sound Tutorial with Kid Beyond. Original song: Jerry's Song by The Kinsey Sicks (used with permission)

Another fun episode of just John and Brian being John and Brian.

In this special edition of Counterpoint, Deke and Dietz take a giant step back to the dawn of a cappella music, answering questions about how the industry got its start, how it’s evolved over the years, why groups look and sound the way they do, and so much more! If you’re a newbie just getting your start in the world of vocal music, or a seasoned oldie looking to brush up on the basics, tune into this episode to get your fix!

Isaiah Ragland of 2020 A Cappella discusses his time with Nada Cantata and his a cappella career in general.

This is a fun one. Brian's wonderful wife, Laura, comes on the show to discuss her viewpoint as an "a cappella-adjacent" member of the community.

In the premiere episode of Counterpoint with Deke and Dietz, hosts Deke Sharon and Rob Dietz sit down with award-winning beatboxer and a cappella superstar Kevin “K.O.” Olusola of Pentatonix. They learn about Kevin’s surprising entry into the a cappella world and how a casual YouTube upload put him on The Sing Off’s radar, launching one of the most exciting careers in vocal music history. The trio also discuss how the music industry as a whole has changed so dramatically over the last decade, ways to succeed as a musician both on and off the stage, and the process of developing Pentatonix’s signature sound. Additional segments: Arranger’s Corner featuring VJ Rosales and his arrangement of “All of Me” (apb John Legend) for his group the Filharmonic and History Minute featuring Deke Sharon explaining his famed takedown of a cult. Original song: Satellite by Arora (used with permission) The NXVIUM RARB thread - http://forums.casa.org/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=4412 ARORA "Bioluminescence" - https://itunes.apple.c

Lisa is back! On episode 69, we dive into Lisa's a cappella career, recording, and how a cappella can learn and evolve by examining other fields of study. Nice!

Want to be inspired? Listen to this episode.

Deke talks about the start and ramp-up of DCappella, publishing so prolifically, and resurrecting dormant arrangements.

Upper Room talks about a cappella in a smaller college community, and spills the beans on just where that "Upper Room" really is.

The women of Epiphony talk about the role of music in the Charlotte community, balancing the demands of the group with their work and families, and more.

A relaxed, heartwarming look back at why John, Brian, and Duncan simply enjoy a cappella for what it is.

DaCadence sings some songs and shares some stories about their background and their future plans.

Cardinal Rule talks about their ramp-up as a fairly new group (founded in 2014), how they determine their focus points - and they sing us some tunes!

Featuring Shawn Pearce from the Acalumni Project, episode 66 focuses on the different ways we "do" a cappella and the importance of accessibility for all singers.

Early in 2019, we invited the University of Tennessee at Knoxville VOLT into our mobile studio to talk about their journey and sing for us.

Early in 2019, we talked with the Jacksonville HS Natural State of Mind from Arkansas, about growing a high school a cappella culture, their journey, and more.

Rachael Jaffe has interviewed tons of groups, and now we get to interview her! An important member of the Acaville team, Rachael provides insight into her long career as an a cappella adjacent member of the community.