About this episode
Feb 24
Charli XCX’s "Wuthering Heights" fever dream
Emerald Fennell's new adaptation of Emily Brontë's 1847 gothic romance "Wuthering Heights" is the most talked-about film of the year. But for pop lovers, the soundtrack is the real event: Charli xcx, asked to write one song, ended up recording an entire album for the movie while ... Show More
48m 13s
Feb 17
Will Sinners do for blues what O Brother did for bluegrass?
It's the middle of award season, and Ryan Coogler's ode to the Black music canon Sinners has emerged as the Oscars frontrunner and the most nominated film in Academy Awards history. The love the movie has for the Delta blues is front and center, and begs the question: will the mo ... Show More
51m 4s
Feb 10
Jazz is A$AP Rocky’s secret weapon
A$AP Rocky’s latest album, Don’t Be Dumb, is a wild ride through a cacophony of sounds — punk, industrial, drum ‘n’ bass, indie rock, and of course, hip hop. But on one track, “Robbery,” he and the rising superstar Doechii sample the world of jazz, specifically Thelonious Monk’s ... Show More
35m 54s
Dec 2022
SZA Speaks! Inside Her New Album and Much More
SZA talks about the battles behind her triumphant, chart-topping new album 'SOS,' previews her tour, and much, much more in an interview conducted by host Brian Hiatt and Mankaprr Conteh. "I think this album was partially inspired by love lost, but mostly inspired by my departure ... Show More
33m 59s
Apr 2024
Perfect Songs You Never Knew Existed
35m 8s
Jan 2023
SZA: SOS
Puja Patel and Jeremy Larson talk to culture critic and Pitchfork contributor Julianne Escobedo Shepherd about SZA’s long, ambitious and luxurious new album.
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33m 24s
May 2023
Best Music for the Summer
42m 23s
Sep 2021
Tori Amos — “Cornflake Girl”
Rob explores singer-songwriter Tori Amos’s hit single “Cornflake Girl” by discussing her performing prowess, her unique artistry, and her tense relationship with the press. This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the fu ... Show More
57m 31s
May 2021
Breathe (Taylor's Version)
Taylor Swift really wanted to work with Colbie Caillat on the Fearless album so she brought her back for the re-recording of Breathe.. and there is a reason why Colbie is more audible on this version! If you don't know what this song is really about, the answer may surprise you. ... Show More
15m 47s
Oct 2019
I'm Coming Out (Remix)
In honor of LGBTQ month and National Coming Out Day, Erica Kelley (Southern Fried True Crime), Tawny Platis (The Dirty Bits), Tommy Estlund (The Curiosity Hour), and I discuss our favorite songs from LGBTQ artists. We laugh, we cry, we discuss puppy love, coming out, and trans an ... Show More
1h 14m
Apr 2021
Love Story (Taylor's Version)
Taylor Swift was a young girl that wrote this song in a matter of minutes... but there is a lot to discuss here! Who inspired it? And why did the Shakespeare stans get upset? Amy, Ana, Lacey and Nick dive deep into this classic song and find the real meaning behind it, and what " ... Show More
26m 52s
Nov 2015
Adele, Missy Elliott, Justin Bieber & Halsey, Pusha T & More
35m 45s
Aug 2022
exile (feat. Bon Iver)
Taylor Swift and William Bowery wrote this song together, but it took a little bit for people to find out who William Bowery actually is.. Why the secrecy surrounding this song? Taylor had a very good reason!What did we miss? What would you like to hear from us? There's lots of w ... Show More
40m 12s
Why does SZA's latest album SOS hit different? It's the way her melodies don't repeat where you expect them to, defying all the rules of pop songwriting. We break down how her endless melodies echo the intimate themes of her most recent release, and how they connect to genres ranging from gospel to Wagnerian opera.
Songs Discussed
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<p>For this episode we spoke about perfect songs from various genres that you’ve probably never heard before. We brought in Never Catch Me by Flying Lotus & Kendrick Lamar, I Get Up by J. Cole, No SZNS by Jean Dawson & SZA and more.</p>
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<p>Summer is upon us and we felt like it was the perfect time to discuss the best songs and albums for this season.</p>
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<p>Check out our New Playlist on Spotify: </p>
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Must-Hear Music podcast: Adele's "When We Were Young," Missy Elliott's "WTF" ft. Pharrell, Justin Bieber & Halsey's "The Feeling," Pusha T's "Untouchable," One Direction's "Olivia," Pains of Being Pure at Heart's "Laid" cover. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out informa ... Show More
