On this week’s episode, Matt and Ryan continue their celebration of Black History Month with a review of Straight Outta Compton by N.W.A. Featuring several controversial tracks, this album put West Coast hip-hop on the map and redefined the genre. The group’s confrontational lyrics led to intense opposition from law enforcement and media outlets; MTV banned the "Straight Outta Compton" music video, and some police officers even refused to provide security at their shows. Tune in to hear what the guys have to say about this groundbreaking album!

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Episode Timestamps

00:00 Intro

02:26 Last Week Recap

04:38 What is a N.W.A.?

15:05 Straight Outta Compton

27:17 Fuck tha Police

38:11 Gangsta Gangsta

46:59 If It Ain't Ruff

52:49 Parental Discretion Iz Advised

59:55 8 Ball (Remix)

01:07:44 Something Like That

01:12:37 Ways to Support the Show

01:18:18 Express Yourself

01:25:23 Compton's N The House (Remix)

01:31:29 I Ain't Tha 1

01:39:10 Dopeman (Remix)

01:44:07 Quiet on tha Set

01:50:15 Something 2 Dance 2

01:57:24 Overall Thoughts, Ratings and Next Album Recommendations

02:05:34 Next Week's Review

On this week’s episode, Matt and Ryan continue their celebration of Black History Month with a review of Bartees Strange’s Live Forever. After being named a Stereogum "Artist to Watch" in 2020, Strange released this debut to universal acclaim. Featuring a blend of hip-hop, indie rock, and jazz, it’s a record that defies genre. Tune in to hear the guys' full breakdown!

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https://barteesstrange.bandcamp.com/album/live-forever

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Episode Timestamps

00:00 Intro

02:42 Last Week Recap

05:54 What is a Bartees Strange?

20:49 Jealousy

29:09 Mustang

39:27 Boomer

47:30 Free Kelly Rowland (feat. Armand Hammer)

57:03 In A Cab

01:02:03 Stone Meadows

01:10:48 Ways to Support the Show

01:16:03 Flagey God

01:21:57 Mossblerd

01:29:06 Far

01:36:35 Fallen for You

01:44:55 Ghostly

01:51:23 Overall Thoughts, Ratings and Next Album Recommendations

01:59:31 Next Week's Review

On this week's episode, Matt and Ryan kick off Black History Month by reviewing Stevie Wonder's Innervisions. This album is regarded as the final transition point that moved Wonder from "Little Stevie Wonder" into a more musically mature artist. Boasting massive singles such as "Higher Ground" and "Living for the City," the record saw tremendous success, including winning the Grammy Award for Album of the Year in 1974. Check out what the guys have to say about the album!

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https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_lhH2tH_BEiKMkDmYqfFQqzNTo7C_qf0FE&si=prmNG2rL1mWwFYLa

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Episode Timestamps

00:00 Intro

03:15 Last Week Recap

06:49 What is a Stevie Wonder?

19:27 Too High

27:30 Visions

34:41 Living for the City

46:36 Golden Lady

51:50 Ways to Support the Show

58:24 Higher Ground

01:06:05 Jesus Children of America

01:11:59 All in Love Is Fair

01:19:23 Don't You Worry 'Bout a Thing

01:24:02 He's Misstra Know-It-All

01:32:11 Overall Thoughts, Ratings and Next Album Recommendations

01:41:02 Next Week's Review

On this week's episode, Matt and Ryan get ready for the Super Bowl by diving into Bad Bunny’s 2022 Un Verano Sin Ti. Following the massive success of his first three albums, this record made history as the first Spanish-language album ever nominated for the Grammy for Album of the Year. Check out what the guys have to say about this groundbreaking release!

Correction Note: In this episode, Ryan translated "Un Verano Sin Ti" as "A Sunday Without You." After double-checking, the actual meaning is "A Summer Without You." Our apologies for the mix-up! Please keep that in mind as you listen to the breakdown.

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Episode Timestamps

00:00 Intro

03:05 Last Week Recap

05:31 What is a Bad Bunny?

21:05 Moscow Mule

27:32 Después de la Playa

33:24 Me Porto Bonito

39:31 Tití Me Preguntó

45:36 Un Ratito

48:55 Yo No Soy Celoso

54:15 Tarot

59:07 Neverita

01:02:55 La Corriente

01:07:30 Efecto

01:11:23 Party

01:16:40 Aguacero

01:20:41 Ways to Support the Show

01:25:01 Enséñame a Bailar

01:29:29 Ojitos Lindos

01:35:04 Dos Mil 16

01:39:44 El Apagón

01:45:28 Otro Atardecer

01:49:42 Un Coco

01:53:37 Andrea

01:59:10 Me Fui de Vacaciones

02:02:57 Un Verano Sin Ti

02:06:16 Agosto

02:08:46 Callaíta

02:12:09 Overall Thoughts, Ratings and Next Album Recommendations

02:19:28 Next Week's Review

This week, Matt and Ryan review the 1997 album The Fourth World by Kara’s Flowers—the band that would later become Maroon 5. Working with famed producer Rob Cavallo, the group crafted a unique blend of pop, rock, and punk. Tune in to hear the guys' take on this piece of alt-rock history!

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https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mm2kkZTn--ZvCC6_0Bdwr-D57Pn-GU49A&si=_YRCdmdzJbJDm9aj

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Episode Timestamps

00:00 Intro

02:51 Last Week Recap

05:54 What is a Kara's Flowers?

20:31 Soap Disco

31:33 Future Kid

40:08 Myself

49:11 Oliver

55:06 The Never Saga

01:03:18 Loving The Small Time

01:11:05 Ways to Support the Show

01:16:30 To Her, With Love

01:25:24 Sleepy Windbreaker

01:32:02 Pantry Queen

01:41:17 My Ocean Blue

01:48:12 Captain Splendid

01:55:19 Overall Thoughts, Ratings and Next Album Recommendations

02:03:46 Next Week's Review

This week, Matt and Ryan dive into Taylor Swift's latest, The Life of a Showgirl. Recorded during the whirlwind of The Eras Tour, this 2025 follow-up to The Tortured Poets Department marks a distinct pivot for Swift. Seeking to move in a new direction, Taylor has delivered a project that feels exceptionally focused and polished. Tune in to hear the full review!

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https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_lLig7V9Ci6lls-9a4S4QKF8vtafXp7xpU&si=hm7E5DJrd-mxHDzb

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https://store.taylorswift.com/collections/all-music

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Episode Timestamps

00:00 Intro

03:37 Last Week Recap

07:11 What lead Taylor Swift to The Life of a Showgirl?

22:34 The Fate of Ophelia

31:56 Elizabeth Taylor

40:34 Opalite

48:00 Father Figure

58:16 Eldest Daughter

01:07:46 Ruin The Friendship

01:16:48 Ways to Support the Show

01:22:20 Actually Romantic

01:34:08 Wi$h Li$t

01:43:11 Wood

01:52:17 CANCELLED!

02:01:38 Honey

02:06:57 The Life of a Showgirl (feat. Sabrina Carpenter)

02:16:02 Overall Thoughts, Ratings and Next Album Recommendations

02:26:16 Next Week's Review

This week, Matt and Ryan review Big Thief’s 2025 album, Double Infinity, the highly anticipated follow-up to their 2022 breakthrough Dragon New Warm Mountain I Believe in You. With Double Infinity, the group sought to expand their sound by incorporating elements of trance, drone, and textural experimentation, with arrangements designed to allow for space and gradual development. Tune in to hear what the guys have to say about the album!

Listen to the album:

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mltcJtWtLrfQ3OfMShXwkOVRPdEegNUn4&si=F7mAGHIsRCamrrJr

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https://bigthief.bandcamp.com/album/double-infinity

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Episode Timestamps

00:00 Intro

02:48 Last Week Recap

07:40 What is a Big Thief?

23:30 Incomprehensible

34:01 Words

40:38 Los Angeles

49:48 All Night All Day

57:53 Double Infinity

01:05:58 Ways to Support the Show

01:10:36 No Fear

01:22:29 Grandmother (feat. Laraaji)

01:29:06 Happy with You

01:37:16 How Could I Have Known

01:43:36 Overall Thoughts, Ratings and Next Album Recommendations

01:54:02 Next Week's Review

This week, Matt and Ryan revisit Radiohead’s pivotal 1995 album, The Bends. Following the massive success of their breakout single "Creep," the band found themselves at a crossroads, desperate to outrun the "one-hit wonder" tag. After breaking a creative deadlock on the road, the group emerged with a record that didn't just save their career—it redefined it. Join the guys as they break down this alt-rock classic.

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https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mcdDsRfBo6p9yWwUCOLxjSMVV9sd2LjtU&si=f1R4yC6qjNyto0D4

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Episode Timestamps

00:00 Intro

02:22 Last Week Recap

08:26 What is a Radiohead?

29:30 Planet Telex

38:22 The Bends

47:42 High and Dry

55:42 Fake Plastic Trees

01:04:27 Bones

01:10:36 (Nice Dream)

01:19:17 Ways to Support the Show

01:24:33 Just

01:31:35 My Iron Lung

01:38:30 Bullet Proof...I Wish I Was

01:45:55 Black Star

01:52:12 Sulk

01:57:34 Street Spirit (Fade Out)

02:05:41 Overall Thoughts, Ratings and Next Album Recommendations

02:15:51 Next Week's Review