Audioface: Music News, Reviews, & Culture

On the 180th episode of Audioface:REVIEWS: "El Dorado" by 24kGoldn, "The Bitter Truth" by Evanescence, and "OH NO" by Xiu XiuNew singles: "Buzzcut" by BROCKHAMPTON feat. Danny Brown, "Last Day On Earth" by beabadoobee, and "Follow You/Cutthroat" by Imagine Dragons".Lil Nas X's "Montero/Call Me By Your Name" video proves he's the undisputed king of trolling. The El Dorado review. Dan criticizes Gorillaz for their NFT giveaway. This year's "First on Soundcloud" class gets announced. 10 Ways to Fix Music Streaming. The Bitter Truth review. System of a Down faces internal strife over band members' political beliefs. Ted Nugent brags about using the N word. The OH NO review. Pop Smoke's posthumous album breaks a record, and YoungBoy NBA adds to his record. Subscribe to Audioface wherever you're listening so you always get new episodes. Follow @audiofacepod on Twitter, Instagram, or YouTube for extra Audioface.  Check out Syndicate 23's semi-monthly news and politics show Power Report if you haven't already (and catch videos on the Dan From The Internet YouTube channel).  We appreciate it, and you.

After almost 30 years, Daft Punk announced their break up in late February 2021. 20 years ago, 5,000 miles apart, and before ever meeting each other, kid Sean and Dan purchased their first albums -- both Daft Punk records. Since the duo has been a part of Audioface since before Audioface, it felt right to dive deep into the hidden history of Daft Punk.Subscribe to Audioface wherever you're listening so you always get new episodes. Follow @audiofacepod on Twitter, Instagram, or YouTube for extra Audioface.  Check out Syndicate 23's semi-monthly news and politics show Power Report if you haven't already (and catch videos on the Dan From The Internet YouTube channel).  We appreciate it, and you.

On the 179th episode of Audioface:REVIEWS: "Justice" by Justin Bieber, "Chemtrails Over The Country Club" by Lana Del Rey, "Hidden Gems" by The Blue Stones, and "Now Is A Long Time" by OtzekiNew singles: "Addicted" by Jorja Smith, "Rainforest" by Noname, and the "Lout"  EP by The Horrors.A story about Kanye West's supposed net worth exposed a glaring issue with business journalism. The Justice review. The EDM duo Justice sues Justin Bieber. RIP Lou Ottens, creator of the cassette tape. The Weeknd's debut mixtape hits streaming services with original samples intact. The Chemtrails review. In Lana Del Rey fashion, her next album is announced and promises "revenge." The Hidden Gems review. Spotify's new transparency website leaves more questions than answers. Demi Lovato opens up about her experiences with sobriety and assault. The Now Is A Long Time review. West Coast OGs unite, and Quavo and Saweetie's relationship ends with shear audacity.Subscribe to Audioface wherever you're listening so you always get new episodes. Follow @audiofacepod on Twitter, Instagram, or YouTube for extra Audioface.  Check out Syndicate 23's semi-monthly news and politics show Power Report if you haven't already (and catch videos on the Dan From The Internet YouTube channel).  We appreciate it, and you.

Per tradition, Sean and Dan present their State of Music for 2021. Get your hot takes for what to expect from the major music genres and the industry itself in the upcoming year. Be smart before everyone else! Regular episodes of Audioface will return next week.Check out Sean and Dan's 2021 playlist here! Save it to your library to keep up with the best tunes of this year -- we'll be updating it weekly.Subscribe to Audioface wherever you're listening so you always get new episodes. Follow @audiofacepod on Twitter, Instagram, or YouTube for extra Audioface.  Check out Syndicate 23's semi-monthly news and politics show Power Report if you haven't already (and catch videos on the Dan From The Internet YouTube channel).  We appreciate it, and you.

On the 178th episode of Audioface:REVIEWS: "When You See Yourself" by Kings of Leon, "NIRATIAS" by Chevelle, and "Smiling With No Teeth" by Genesis Owusu.New singles: "Scary Hours 2"  EP by Drake, "Leave the Door Open" by Silk Sonic (Anderson .Paak & Bruno Mars), "Take My Hand" by LP Giobbi, "Spinning" by No Rome with Charli XCX & The 1975, and "Be Sweet" by Japanese BreakfastThe hottest thing in music this week is the NFT, or "Non-Fungible Token". The When You See Yourself review. Soundcloud launches a fan powered payment model, Twitter's CEO buys Tidal from Jay Z, and Lil Nas X exposes 6ix9ine. The NIRATIAS review. We knew we hated Mumford & Sons for a reason, but now there's more reasons. The Smiling With No Teeth review. Primavera Sound is cancelled for a second year in a row, Lady Gaga's dogwalker speaks out about his near-death experience, and Noted Little Bitch Daystar Peterson (Tory Lanez) pulls the race card.Subscribe to Audioface wherever you're listening so you always get new episodes. Follow @audiofacepod on Twitter, Instagram, or YouTube for extra Audioface.  Check out Syndicate 23's semi-monthly news and politics show Power Report if you haven't already (and catch videos on the Dan From The Internet YouTube channel).  We appreciate it, and you.

On the 177th episode of Audioface:REVIEWS: "Polydans" by Roosevelt, "Judas and the Black Messiah: Music Inspired by the Motion Picture", and "Welfare Jazz" by Viagra BoysNew singles: "Calling My Phone" by Lil Tjay feat. 6LACK, "The Princess and the Clock" by Kero Kero Bonito, "Fire, Ready, Aim" by Green Day, and "Exposure" by Shelley (formerly known as DRAM)The 2 big news stories of the past week: Bobby Shmurda is released from prison, and Daft Punk call it quits. The Polydans review. Tory Lanez gets hit with a restraining order from Megan Thee Stallion, Chance The Rapper points the blame for his album flopping, and Lady Gaga's french bulldogs are stolen in a violent manner. The Judas and the Black Messiah album review. Blink-182's upcoming project has lots of curveballs. Spotify announces its new business model, meanwhile Facebook rolls out its latest copy-cat app. The Welfare Jazz review. De La Soul's animated quest to save their music, and Freddie Gibbs inadvertently shows the pointlessness of the Joe Rogan podcast. Subscribe to Audioface wherever you're listening so you always get new episodes. Follow @audiofacepod on Twitter, Instagram, or YouTube for extra Audioface.  Check out Syndicate 23's semi-monthly news and politics show Power Report if you haven't already (and catch videos on the Dan From The Internet YouTube channel).  We appreciate it, and you.

On the 176th episode of Audioface:REVIEWS: "Terra Firma" by Tash Sultana, "times" by SG Lewis, and "Ventura" by Sofía Valdés.New singles: "Not Dead Yet" by Lord Huron, "Bed Head" by Manchester Orchestra, "CLOUDS" by NF, and "Caution" by KAYTRANADAReal Cancel Culture in Poland, Dolly Parton takes the high road, and Lauryn Hill hits a legendary milestone. The Terra Firma review. Nicki Minaj mourns the sudden loss of her father, FKA Twigs details the real side of Shia LaBeouf, and LA Sheriffs begin investigating Marilyn Manson. The times review. A Bruno Mars impersonator scammed a lady out of $100,000, Soundcloud could soon introduce a new way to get paid, and the Kimye divorce is officially official. The Ventura review. And we dip into the MONEYZONE, where numerous artists cash bring their music outside the world of music.Subscribe to Audioface wherever you're listening so you always get new episodes. Follow @audiofacepod on Twitter, Instagram, or YouTube for extra Audioface.  Check out Syndicate 23's semi-monthly news and politics show Power Report if you haven't already (and catch videos on the Dan From The Internet YouTube channel).  We appreciate it, and you.

On the 175th episode of Audioface:REVIEWS: "TYRON" by slowthai, "Glowing In The Dark" by Django Django, and "Who Am I?" by Pale Waves.New singles: "LOCATION" by Karol G, Anuel AA, & J Balvin, "Bang Bang" by Rita Ora & Imanbek, "My Window" by Lucky Daye & Mahalia, and "Missing Out" by Syd. Morgan Wallen continues to reap the benefits of saying the n-word on camera. The TYRON review. Could the next Radiohead exist in a post-Brexit world? Bruce Springsteen arrested for DWI after appearing in a Jeep ad. The Glowing In The Dark review. Weezer teases multiple new projects, and Justin Timberlake issues a very late apology. The Who Am I? review. And Meek Mill confronts an attempted ambush from (Tekashi) 6ix9ine. Subscribe to Audioface wherever you're listening so you always get new episodes. Follow @audiofacepod on Twitter, Instagram, or YouTube for extra Audioface.  Check out Syndicate 23's semi-monthly news and politics show Power Report if you haven't already (and catch videos on the Dan From The Internet YouTube channel).  We appreciate it, and you.

On the 174th episode of Audioface:REVIEWS: "Medicine at Midnight" by Foo Fighters, "Shiesty Season" by Pooh Shiesty, and "Homegrown" by VanJess.New singles: "Up" by Cardi B, "Recap" by Kito feat VanJess & Channel Tres, "Out of Ordinary" by Oliver Tree, "F.U.C.K." by Victoria Monét, and "Not Around" by Ritt MomneyMarilyn Manson faces accusations of abuse from his ex Evan Rachel Wood, among others. Ja Rule sounds off for the people. The Medicine at Midnight review. Silento, the "whip, nae-nae" guy, is arrested. White country music star Morgan Wallen is caught on camera using the N-word. The Shiesty Season review. Ice Cube meets with Joe Biden, a fetus releases an album, and "Austrian Weird Al" is arrested for his extreme parodies. The Homegrown review. Fans petition NASA to name a newly discovered planet after a dearly departed artist, Bad Bunny makes his WWE debut, and Lil Uzi Vert gets a diamond implanted in his head. Dan talks more about the GameStop saga on Sh!tpost w/ Jared Holt. Subscribe to the podcast via Substack or wherever you listen to podcasts. Simply search the title "Sh!tpost" in your preferred podcast app.Subscribe to Audioface wherever you're listening so you always get new episodes. Follow @audiofacepod on Twitter, Instagram, or YouTube for extra Audioface.  Check out Syndicate 23's semi-monthly news and politics show Power Report if you haven't already (and catch videos on the Dan From The Internet YouTube channel).  We appreciate it, and you.

On the 174th episode of Audioface:REVIEWS: "Medicine at Midnight" by Foo Fighters, "Shiesty Season" by Pooh Shiesty, and "Homegrown" by VanJess.New singles: "Up" by Cardi B, "Recap" by Kito feat VanJess & Channel Tres, "Out of Ordinary" by Oliver Tree, "F.U.C.K." by Victoria Monét, and "Not Around" by Ritt MomneyMarilyn Manson faces accusations of abuse from his ex Evan Rachel Wood, among others. Ja Rule sounds off for the people. The Medicine at Midnight review. Silento, the "whip, nae-nae" guy, is arrested. White country music star Morgan Wallen is caught on camera using the N-word. The Shiesty Season review. Ice Cube meets with Joe Biden, a fetus releases an album, and "Austrian Weird Al" is arrested for his extreme parodies. The Homegrown review. Fans petition NASA to name a newly discovered planet after a dearly departed artist, Bad Bunny makes his WWE debut, and Lil Uzi Vert gets a diamond implanted in his head. Dan talks more about the GameStop saga on Sh!tpost w/ Jared Holt. Subscribe to the podcast via Substack or wherever you listen to podcasts. Simply search the title "Sh!tpost" in your preferred podcast app.Subscribe to Audioface wherever you're listening so you always get new episodes. Follow @audiofacepod on Twitter, Instagram, or YouTube for extra Audioface.  Check out Syndicate 23's semi-monthly news and politics show Power Report if you haven't already (and catch videos on the Dan From The Internet YouTube channel).  We appreciate it, and you.