Jay is taking us back to the mall, it’s time for another Hot Topical! This week we discuss “Rich Men North of Richmond” by Oliver Anthony. Initially recorded on his phone at his home in Virginia, the YouTube video garnered more than 9 million views on YouTube in its first 5 days. Rooted in the deep frustrations of the working man that have been hurting the past few years, the song has immediately became an anthem for millions of Americans. The song addresses inflation, taxes, and welfare, which has resulted in a Right/Left that’s all too familiar. We dive in…

Songs:

Post Malone - “Enough is Enough”

Oliver Anthony - “Rich Men North of Richmond”

After issuing an apology to Ohio at the top, Nick is back and he’s bringing us Three For Thursday! This time we’re listening to an old song from The Who, a remix from BadBadNotGood & Turnstile, and a new track from Night Beats.

Songs:

The Who - “Getting in Tune”

Night Beats - “Hot Ghee”

Turnstile / BadBadNotGood / Blood Orange - “Alien Love Call”

Greg is back on tour with the Red Nots and joins us again from Philly this week. Throughout the year, Greg has entertained us with stories from the road, but life on the road isn’t always easy. A recent show in Asheville proved particularly challenging and that inspired Greg’s newest bit, Tourrer Stories. This week Greg takes us back to his days in Oddzar to a particular night in Wichita….

Songs:

Sequoia System - “Dancers to a Discordant System”

Meshuggah - “Dancers to a Discordant System”

Oddzar - “El Cajon Pass”