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Don't Alert The Stans
By DatspodMusic
Don't Alert The Stans episodes
- 'WHERE’S THE NONAME ENERGY?’ (The Weeknd To Permanently Boycott The GRAMMYS, Jess Glynne’s Transphobia, VERZUS Being Sold to Triller Network)
Welcome back to Don’t Alert the Stans!
For this week’s episode, the news agenda commences with the announcement that Rina Sawayama, Pa Salieu and Griff have been shortlisted for the Rising Star award at this year’s BRIT Awards (00:27:16). Veering into more disappointing terrain, the boys weigh in on the controversy surrounding Jess Glynne’s use of transphobic language during an appearance on The Mo Gilligan Podcast (00:37:03). The long-term future and evolution of Timbaland and Swizz Beatz’ VERZUS venture is brought under the microscope, in light of the news that they have sold the brand to the Triller network (00:52:55). Closing out the episode this week is a conversation around The Weeknd who has vowed to permanently boycott The GRAMMYs going forward after their decision to completely snub him and his work on ‘After Hours’. Leading to a discussion around why when black artists speak out against award shows, it is cosmetic and self-serving for the most part. Rather than about being a collective rebellion against such institutions (01:20:16).
Not one to miss!
Sope’s Listens for the Week:
- Cleo Sol - Rose In The Dark
- Amel Larrieux - Ice Cream Everyday
- Patrick Paige II - Whisper (Want My Luv) Feat. Steve Lacy, Durand Bernarr + Allen Love
- Jhene Aiko - sailing soul(s)
Nic’s Listens for the Week:
- Central Cee - Wild West
- Nick Jonas - Spaceman
Eden’s Listens for the Week:
- Tom Misch - Beat Tape 2
- Tom Misch & Yussef Dayes - Nightrider
Remember to RATE, REVIEW AND SUBSCRIBE!
Enjoy!
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Intro Music by: @Jmzofficial
Artwork designed by: @_manlikemike
Episode audio edited by: @TonySupremeuk
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1 hr 49 min - 'CLASH OF THE TITANS' (R.I.P. Bunny Wailer, Matthew Knowles x Chloe Bailey, Square Acquires Tidal, T.I. & Tiny Criminal Investigation)
Welcome back to Don’t Alert the Stans!
For this week’s episode, it’s a full house once again as Eden returns to the fore. During the listens section, Nic offers an impromptu review of Drake’s new EP ‘Scary Hours 2’ (00:26:12). Beginning the news agenda on a sombre but celebratory note, the boys reflect on the death of Reggae icon Bunny Wailer who passed away last week at the age of 73 (00:38:08). Beyonce’s past and present business ties became embroiled in controversy when her father and ex-manager Matthew Knowles harshly rebuffed claims that her Parkwood protégé Chloe Bailey of Chloe x Halle is on equal ground when it comes to talent and performance skills (00:50:12). The walls continue to fall down around the world of T.I. and Tiny. A New York Times expose recently published, revealed that a legal and criminal investigation is officially underway. Following weeks of alleged sexual violence and misconduct. (01:02:46). Closing out the episode this week is a conversation around the immediate impacts and effects that will be wrought with the news that Jack Dorsey and Square Inc. have acquired Jay Z’s majority share in streaming platform TIDAL (01:21:16).
Not one to miss!
Sope’s Listens for the Week:
- serpentwithfeet - Same Size Shoe
- Dawn Richard – Buttah
- Dawn Richard - new breed
- Dawn Richard – Break Of Dawn
Nic’s Listens for the Week:
· No Tourists – Like Lava
· No Tourists – Dumbo
· Iamdoechii – Oh The Places You’ll Go
· Drake - Scary Hours 2
· There was something else
Eden’s Listens for the Week:
- slowthai - TYRON
- Tom Misch - Sunshine
Remember to RATE, REVIEW AND SUBSCRIBE!
Enjoy!
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Intro Music by: @Jmzofficial
Artwork designed by: @_manlikemike
Episode audio edited by: @TonySupremeuk
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1 hr 39 min - ‘SOUL & SURVEILLANCE' (D’Angelo x VERZUZ, Bobby Shmurda Is Free, Vanessa Bryant Vs Meek Mill, Rina Sawayama x British Citizenship)Welcome back to Don’t Alert the Stans!After a nearly four-month hiatus, the boys of DATSPOD are back get you through this bleak time in history called 2021. Season 6 is finally here, kicking off with a jam-packed episode with just Nic and Sope. Proceedings begin with optimistic news of institutional progression. British-Japanese pop maverick Rina Sawayama has successfully prompted the BRIT Awards and Mercury Prize to change their eligibility criteria to have all UK residents acknowledged, even if they’re not British citizens (39:38). Meek Mill is once again made a social pariah following the backlash he received after his appearance on a leaked track. His verse features inappropriate lyrics about the death of Kobe Bryant, which resulted in his widow Vanessa Bryant addressing him on social media (48:49). D’Angelo who is one of Sope’s all-time favourite and beloved artists this past week made a rare public appearance to do a solo edition of VERZUS. Unfortunately, it turned out to be a very underwhelming and disappointing showing (01:05:05). Rounding out the show is the news that after 7 years of being incarcerated, Bobby Shmurda was released from prison. Wanting to discuss the context around what led to Bobby’s stint in prison, Nic decides to not focus on the prospect of new music but dive into the wider socio-political implications that led to Bobby’s initial arrest. Provoking a dialogue on the criminalisation and surveillance of drill music and Hip-Hop here in the UK as well as New York (01:24:15).Not one to miss!Sope’s Listens for the Week:Jamila Woods - LEGACY! LEGACY!Kirk Franklin - Brighter DayCorinne Bailey Rae - Corinne Bailey RaeJanet Jackson - janet. RemixedNic’s Listens for the Week:Mariah The Scientist - MASTERShaSimone - SupersizeEden’s Listens for the Week:N/ARemember to RATE, REVIEW AND SUBSCRIBE!Enjoy!-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Intro Music by: @JmzofficialArtwork designed by: @_manlikemikeEpisode audio edited by: @TonySupremeuk----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Get involved!Don't forget to tweet us your thoughts on the episode at #DATSPOD!Rate and review us on Soundcloud, Apple Music, Spotify and AnchorFollow us on:Twitter - @datspodInstagram - @datspodAnchor – @datspodcastHashtag - #DATSPOD2 hr 18 min
- 'WHO IS NOAH CYRUS?' (0207 Def Jam UK, Munya Chawawa Signs To Atlantic, 2021 Grammy Nominations)
Welcome back to Don’t Alert the Stans!
And we have come to the end of Season 5! For the final episode until next year, the news agenda kicks off with Universal Music who have announced the launch of 0207 Def Jam UK. The new label will be head up by British-Ghanaian twins Alec & Alex Boateng, coming together after individual stints at Island Records and Warner Music (24:13). Next up is a story that Nic was privy to before it was officially announced to press. Comedian, personality and parody rapper Munya Chawawa has signed a contract with Atlantic Records. The boys discuss what needs to be done for Munya to have long-term success as opposed to the short-lived viral popularity that Big Shaq received (35:06). Closing out the episode and the overall season is The Grammys. The 2021 nominations were announced last week and more than ever, Nic, Sope and Eden are appalled at the artists who were snubbed and the artists who were needlessly represented across certain categories. Leading to a discussion about whether it is truly time to abolish the authority given to award shows (47:28).
Not one to miss!
Sope’s Listens for the Week:
- Zhane - Sending My Love
- K. Michelle - Anybody Wanna Buy A Heart
- The Revolutionaries - Drum Sound: More Gems From the Channel One Dub Room 1974-1980
- Small Axe: Spotify Playlist
Nic’s Listens for the Week:
- Jamilah Barry – Romance Me
- Tone Stith - Devotion
Eden’s Listens for the Week:
- Mnelia – After 6
- Bellah – Good Thing
- Bellah – The Art of Conversation
Remember to RATE, REVIEW AND SUBSCRIBE!
Enjoy!
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Intro Music by: @Jmzofficial
Artwork designed by: @_manlikemike
Episode audio edited by: @TonySupremeuk
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Get involved!
Don't forget to tweet us your thoughts on the episode at #DATSPOD!
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2 hr 43 min - 'FULL CIRCLE' (The Weeknd To Headline Superbowl 2021, Taylor Swift Vs Scooter Braun, Dutchavelli Allegations)
Welcome back to Don’t Alert the Stans!
For this week’s episode, a blunt and honest review of Megan Thee Stallion’s debut album ‘Good News’ sets the wheels in motion with Nic and Sope expressing their disappointment at the lack of musical growth and the over-reliance of samples. Elsewhere, they examine the overall underwhelming roll out in which they feel has failed to be a true culmination of all the buzz she’s amassed in the last year (36:15). Kicking off the news agenda this week is The Weeknd who has been unveiled as the headliner for next year’s Superbowl Halftime Show. It’s questioned whether he has the chops to command a stage of such stature, while questioning why the likes of Usher and Pink haven’t been called to do this yet (1:01:01). Next up is the ongoing legal entanglement between Scooter Braun and Taylor Swift. It has come to light that Braun has sold Swift’s catalogue to private equity firm Shamrock Capital for an estimated $300M (1:27:24). Closing out the episode is the series of controversies a cluster of the UK’s most notable MC’s have encountered in the last week, with Eden & Nic choosing to focus on the allegations that state Dutchavelli is sexually involved with underage girls (1:51:21).
Not one to miss!
Sope’s Listens for the Week:
- WizKid - Made In Lagos
- Bob Marley - Small Axe
- Groove Theory - Groove Theory
- Lynda Dawn - At First Light
- Erykah Badu - Mama’s Gun
Nic’s Listens for the Week:
- Megan Thee Stallion – Good News
- Savannah Re – Opia
- Shygirl - ALIAS
Eden’s Listens for the Week:
- Kehlani – It Was Good Until It Wasn’t
- Xavier Omar – Moments Spent Loving You
Remember to RATE, REVIEW AND SUBSCRIBE!
Enjoy!
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Intro Music by: @Jmzofficial
Artwork designed by: @_manlikemike
Episode audio edited by: @TonySupremeuk
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2 hr 19 min - 'WHEN WILL IT END?' (Octavian's Domestic Abuse Allegations, #FreeBritney Movement Continues, 2020 Soul Train Awards Nominations)
Welcome back to Don’t Alert the Stans!
For this week’s episode, a discussion on the erasure of European artists in the UK market sets things off in motion after Nic shares his love for French-Malian singer Aya Nakamura’s new album ‘AYA’ (26:48). The news section begins on a bleak note as the boys briefly summarise the domestic abuse allegations against Octavian who subsequently was dropped Black Butter Records (58:17). #FreeBritney is in the headlines again as it has come out that the court of California has declined to remove Britney Spears’ father from the conservatorship agreement (1:02:31). The impact of COVID-19 on live events is beginning to rear its ugly head as Ticketmaster have announced that customers may need to have taken a vaccine before attending their future shows (1:19:43). Rounding out the episode is the 2020 Soul Train Awards which unveiled their lengthy list of nominations. The boys share their thoughts on the artists nominated and predict who will win in particular categories (1:35:07).
Not one to miss!
Sope’s Listens for the Week:
- Flo Milli - Ho, Why Is You Here
- Luther Vandross - Don’t You Know That
- Curtis Mayfield - Superfly Soundtrack
- Salaam Remi - Black On Purpose
- Pa Salieu - Send Them To Coventry
Nic’s Listens for the Week:
- Pa Salieu - Send Them To Coventry
- Aya Nakamura - AYA
Eden’s Listens for the Week:
- Full Crate – In All Honesty
- Loyle Carner – Yesterday
- Le Mav Feat Tay Iwar - Heat
Remember to RATE, REVIEW AND SUBSCRIBE!
Enjoy!
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Intro Music by: @Jmzofficial
Artwork designed by: @_manlikemike
Episode audio edited by: @TonySupremeuk
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2 hr 7 min - 'THE INESCAPABLE & THE INEVITABLE' FEAT. SHENIECE CHARWAY (Homophobia x Lil Nas X, The GRAMMYS Rename World Music Category, YouTube's Role in Music Industry)
Welcome back to Don’t Alert the Stans!
For this week’s episode, the boys are joined by Sheniece Charway who works as the Artist Relations Manager at YouTube Music. In a quick tangential moment, Eden asks Nic and Sope on their experiences with the social media app Clubhouse which is quickly becoming popular (3:53). Kicking off the news agenda this week are the homophobic reactions to Lil Nas X dressing up as Nicki Minaj for Halloween by way of 50 Cent and Dave East (35:59). Ahead of the 2021 nominations set to be announced at the end of November, The GRAMMYS have announced that the ‘Best World Music Album’ award category will be renamed to ‘Best Global Music Album’, in an effort to reduce connotations associated with colonialism (50:01). Rounding up this week’s episode is an in-depth interview with Sheniece Charway where they discuss the ins and outs of her role at YouTube Music. The conversation also moves to a discussion about how she’s been able to use her position and influence to elevate Black British Music. Elsewhere, the impact of tech and streaming platforms on the music industry at large is discussed and more (1:05:24).
Not one to miss!
Sope’s Listens for the Week:
- WizKid – Made In Lagos
- Ariana Grande - Positions
Nic’s Listens for the Week:
- Lila Ike – The ExPerience
Eden’s Listens for the Week:
- Misha – Bliss
- Down To Mars – The Loneliest Number
Remember to RATE, REVIEW AND SUBSCRIBE!
Enjoy!
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Intro Music by: @Jmzofficial
Artwork designed by: @_manlikemike
Episode audio edited by: @TonySupremeuk
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Get involved!
Don't forget to tweet us your thoughts on the episode at #DATSPOD!
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2 hr 8 min - 'WHY, WHY, WHY' (Diplo's Predatory Behaviour, The BET Hip-Hop Awards, Artists Who Gave Us "The Ick")
Welcome back to Don’t Alert the Stans!
For this week’s episode, the listens section inspires two in-depth discussions. As Sope shares his thoughts on Ty Dolla $ign’s new album ‘Featuring Ty Dolla $ign’, he raises the question as to why for all his success as a featured artist and songwriter, why has there been a disconnect with his own material? (17:22). Meanwhile Eden’s championing of neo-soul artist Jerome Thomas leads to a conversation about the lack of infrastructure for R&B artists in the UK compared to grime, drill and afro-swing (29:10). Heading towards the news agenda, Diplo is believed to be potentially grooming 19-year-old TikTok star Quenlin Blackwell. Subsequently bringing to the forefront previous allegations around his improper and abusive behaviour with underage girls in addition to Azealia Banks and M.I.A. (1:08:05). Next up is the The BET Hip-Hop Awards and the guys evaluate why DaBaby lost all 12 of his nominations and share their thoughts on the cyphers (1:28:39). Closing out the episode is a ‘Groupchat Convo’ segment inspired by the realms of Black Twitter. Subverting the popular conversation around dating and ‘The Ick’, the boys discuss the artists who over the years have made them feel this way (1:45:40).
Not one to miss!
Sope’s Listens for the Week:
- Lisa Maffia – In Love
- Ty Dolla $ign – Featuring Ty Dolla $ign
- Frank Ocean - Endless
Nic’s Listens for the Week:
- Busta Rhymes – Extinction Level Event 2: The Wrath Of God
Eden’s Listens for the Week:
- Jerome Thomas – Mood Swings (Volume One)
Remember to RATE, REVIEW AND SUBSCRIBE!
Enjoy!
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Intro Music by: @Jmzofficial
Artwork designed by: @_manlikemike
Episode audio edited by: @TonySupremeuk
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Get involved!
Don't forget to tweet us your thoughts on the episode at #DATSPOD!
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2 hr 8 min - 'ALL OR NOTHING' (50 Cent Endorses Trump, Diddy Launches Political Party, Beyonce's Team Responds To #EndSARS Backlash)
Welcome back to Don’t Alert the Stans!
For this week’s episode, much to Nic’s chagrin, the boys begin news proceedings by sharing the latest update in the Tory Lanez/Megan Thee Stallion shooting controversy. Tory took to IG Live to speak at length about his part in the case and debunk supposed holes in Megan’s story (52:25). As the November presidential election looms near, 50 Cent has revealed he’s endorsing Donald Trump. Even though he’s aware Trump “doesn’t like black people”, he prefers his tax policy over Joe Biden’s (1:00:18). In another instance where politics crosses over with the entertainment world, Diddy has announced the launch of a brand-new political party ‘Our Black Party’ which is said to focus on empowering black voters (1:11:46). Closing the episode is a discussion on the selfish and anti-african sentiments spurred on by Beyonce’s publicist Yvette Noel Schure and her mother Tina Knowles-Lawson. They both lit up with the internet with insensitive and self-centred responses to the backlash Beyonce endured for not speaking out quickly enough on the many issues facing Nigeria in regard to #EndSARS (1:27:18).
Not one to miss!
Sope’s Listens for the Week:
- Trey Songz – Back Home
- Kendrick Lamar – DAMN, Overly Dedicated, Section 80 + Compton
- Rejjie Snow – Mirrors, Cookie Chips + Egyptian Luvr
Nic’s Listens for the Week:
- Reason – New Beginnings
- Preme + Popcaan – Link Up
Eden’s Listens for the Week:
- Jhene Aiko – Trigger Protection Mantra
- Tems – For Broken Ears
- Paul Woodford, Diplo, Kareen Lomax – Looking For Me
Remember to RATE, REVIEW AND SUBSCRIBE!
Enjoy!
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Intro Music by: @Jmzofficial
Artwork designed by: @_manlikemike
Episode audio edited by: @TonySupremeuk
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Don't forget to tweet us your thoughts on the episode at #DATSPOD!
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2 hr 16 min - 'I REMEMBER YOU WAS CONFLICTED' FEAT MARCUS J. MOORE (Ivorian Doll's Daily Duppy, Headie One Is No.1, Kendrick Lamar's Musical Evolution)
Welcome back to Don’t Alert the Stans!
For this week’s episode, the boys are joined by award-winning journalist, editor and author Marcus J. Moore. He’s just published his first book, ‘The Butterfly Effect: How Kendrick Lamar Ignited the Soul of Black America’. Elsewhere he’s a contributing editor at Bandcamp and has written for BBC, The Fader, The Nation, The Atlantic, Pitchfork, Entertainment Weekly and more. Nic sets off proceedings by congratulating and praising Sope for contributing to the success of Headie One’s ‘Edna’ which debuted at No.1 on the UK Album Charts (2:46). The news section is short and sweet as the boys put their two pence in about the controversy that arose from Ivorian Doll’s Daily Duppy on GRM Daily. An opportunity she used to continue her long-running beef with Abigail Asante and MISS RFABULOUS (28:45). Rounding up this week’s episode is an in-depth interview with Marcus J. Moore where they discuss his origins for wanting to write the very first Kendrick Lamar biography. The conversation also moves into the importance of key moments in his career like the ‘Control’ verse to losing several Grammys to Macklemore in 2014. While also discussing the space, he occupies in Black America’s heart and psyche and how he followed the innovative paths set by Miles Davis and A Tribe Called Quest (41:26).
Not one to miss!
Sope’s Listens for the Week:
- Marlena Shaw - The Spice Of Life
- Marlena Shaw - Sweet Beginnings
- Kelly Rowland - Crazy
Nic’s Listens for the Week:
- Dylan Sinclair – Proverb
- Bbymutha - Motherland
Eden’s Listens for the Week:
- N/A
Remember to RATE, REVIEW AND SUBSCRIBE!
Enjoy!
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Intro Music by: @Jmzofficial
Artwork designed by: @_manlikemike
Episode audio edited by: @TonySupremeuk
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Get involved!
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1 hr 57 min
About Don't Alert The Stans
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'Don't Alert The Stans' is a music and pop-culture podcast with a marked focus on stan culture. Join your hosts Nic (@IAmNtyrell), Sope (@SopeSoetan) and Eden (@EedsMcKenzie) as they examine the trending topics of the week, new releases and mercilessly debate your favourite artists. Controversial and wild options aplenty, no artist is safe. This isn't for the faint-hearted or easily triggered. Get involved in the conversation at #DATSPOD
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