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Ep. 71: Steve Kirk, composer

The mission of this podcast is to create discussion on a variety of topics in music, culture, and arts. In my discussions there will be many questions, answers, comments, critique and ideas. For far too long many in the media, musicians, and artists from all backgrounds have been hesitant in their approach to criticism. As Wole Soyinka said, “The greatest threat to freedom is the absence of criticism.” Alongside my observations I will invite guests from a variety of artistic backgrounds to tell their story, ideas and perspective on all things in the world of music.

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Ep. 71: Steve Kirk, composer

Aug 12, 2018

Episode 71 feature video games composer and guitarist Steve Kirk.

Kirk has composed music for video games, including the Zynga Facebook game FarmVille, the BioWare online game Star Wars: The Old Republic, the Disney game for The Princess and The Frog feature film, and the full soundtrack of Voodoo Vince for the Xbox. He has also composed and played guitar for the Club Foot Orchestra.

In this podcast his start in music, inspirations, life changing moments, Frank Zappa, composing for videos games, struggles and tribulations of a musician. We also discuss his new life in Seattle and playing in a jazz band.

To learn more about Steve Kirk visit: http://www.stevekirkpop.com/