On this week’s episode, Matt and Ryan continue their celebration of Black History Month with a review of Bartees Strange’s Live Forever. After being named a Stereogum "Artist to Watch" in 2020, Strange released this debut to universal acclaim. Featuring a blend of hip-hop, indie rock, and jazz, it’s a record that defies genre. Tune in to hear the guys' full breakdown!

Listen to the album:

https://barteesstrange.bandcamp.com/album/live-forever

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https://barteesstrange.bandcamp.com/album/live-forever

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Episode Timestamps

00:00 Intro

02:42 Last Week Recap

05:54 What is a Bartees Strange?

20:49 Jealousy

29:09 Mustang

39:27 Boomer

47:30 Free Kelly Rowland (feat. Armand Hammer)

57:03 In A Cab

01:02:03 Stone Meadows

01:10:48 Ways to Support the Show

01:16:03 Flagey God

01:21:57 Mossblerd

01:29:06 Far

01:36:35 Fallen for You

01:44:55 Ghostly

01:51:23 Overall Thoughts, Ratings and Next Album Recommendations

01:59:31 Next Week's Review