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The conversation around the new music this summer has been a dour one. Some of the biggest songs in the country right now are downtempo stomp-clap anthems and wistful Cranberries pastiche. Even on this very show, Nate and Charlie have asked: where's the fun? As it turns out, the ... Show More
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Why do bad lyrics happen to good people? From "suckin' on a chili dog" to "making love to his tonic and gin," even the biggest hits from our favorite artists can feature lyrical turns that make us feel quizzical, offended, or even downright nauseated. With the help of Sam Sanders ... Show More
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Dec 2024
The Bridge: Slate Music Club 2024
The Slate Music Club is back, in a special edition of Hit Parade – “The Bridge”! Our year-end panel of critics—NPR Music’s Ann Powers, Hearing Things’ Julianne Escobedo Shepherd, Slate’s own Carl Wilson and Hit Parade host Chris Molanphy—discuss their favorite albums and singles ... Show More
35m 12s
Aug 2024
But What About Pop Boy Summer? | Every Single Album
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1h 20m
Dec 2024
Don Diablo Hexagon Radio Episode 517
Hexagon Year Mix 2024 2elements - The Boy Is MineJLV Ft. Oscar Duke - MagnetsBCMP, Ampersand, Eplor - I Don’t WannaWATEVA Ft. Nola - Close To MeSUNGYOO, HANHEE - Sugar (ft. J.O.Y)Disco Fries & Merger - HypnotizedMOKABY - Music In MeRobin Aristo - For LifeWhy So Low, Talking Body ... Show More
58m 10s
Apr 2022
Doja Cat - ’Planet Her,’ Natural Chemistry with Ariana Grande and the Power of ”Woman” | The Interview
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Ep. #17 | Pop Culture's Impact ft. Maddox (마독스)
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37m 10s
Feb 2025
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