We wrap up Season 1 with Frank Ocean’s Channel Orange, a modern classic that blends R&B, pop, hip-hop, and deeply personal storytelling into one unforgettable album. Joining us for this finale is Friend of the Show and Riley’s roommate, Kate, bringing a fresh voice to the conversation. Together we unpack the album’s themes of love, identity, nostalgia, and heartbreak, debate our standout tracks, and talk about why Channel Orange still feels so vital more than a decade later. It’s a thoughtful, emotional way to close out our first season of Barber Cuts. Plus, our picks for best beat, best bar, and “Songs of the Week.”

Playlist of our favorites - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2RXBXfKew9A9vj6pEy4hGA?si=a406cf1b7d5a42ce

Episode art by Riley inspired by the album.

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CHAPTERS

00:00 Intro

01:43 Least Favorite Songs

04:59 Favorite Songs

10:41 Why is this album on our list?

28:53 Best Beats and Bars

37:11 Our Ratings

42:32 Songs of the Week

50:32 Next album...