Top 10 Kit Up Songs | GWOT Era Music, War Culture, and Combat Mindset
Podcast: Tier1 PodcastPublished On: Wed Nov 26 2025
Description: In this episode of the Tier1 Podcast, Brent breaks down the connection between music and war, how music has been used by warriors throughout history, and why certain songs became synonymous with the Global War on Terror (GWOT) era.Brent walks through his top 10 kit up songs, explaining why these tracks resonated with servicemembers preparing for missions, deployments, and combat operations. The discussion explores how music influences mindset, morale, and focus, and why certain songs became staples within military culture during the GWOT.This episode blends history, personal perspective, and military culture, offering insight into how music shaped the emotional and psychological landscape of a generation of warfighters.Subscribe to the Tier1 Podcast for conversations on military culture, leadership, history, and the experiences that define life in and out of uniform.SponsorsFirst Responders Coffee, Cigars, & Cask Company (FRCC) – 15 percent off with code FRCC15https://frcc.shopHuman Performance TRT – 20 percent off with code TIER1https://hp-trt.comTasty Gains – 20 percent off with code TIER1https://tastygains.comCloud Defensive – 30 percent off with code TIER1Cloud Defensive matches 15 percent of each purchase to donate to the C.A.T. II Foundation for law enforcement traininghttps://clouddefensive.comSupport the ShowPatreon, officially sponsored by Cobalt Kineticshttps://patreon.com/tier1podcastOfficial Tier1 Podcast Merchandisehttps://frcc.shop
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