Beach Bunny's latest album 'Tunnel Vision' marks a shift from breakup anthems to deeper introspection about growing up and change. This episode explores how "Clueless" - written in just five minutes as a stream of consciousness - perfectly captures the quarter-life crisis feeling of being happy but confused about where time goes and how life is changing. Unpacking the emotional transparency that makes this song so universal, plus the personal story of how it became the perfect soundtrack for turning 28.

Stream today's One of One "Clueless" here: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/track/55Hlg31EQDXQn71p1KIr8r?si=10ecae46b6bf4384

For the best listening experience, follow the One of One playlist, where you can listen to the songs back to back with the full episodes: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0BPEIBxS6boxN1O1WKqWfj?si=e45d29e276204918

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thanks for listening! three more things:

1. let me know if you have any similar rituals when it comes to music, or any recommendations for the end of being 28
2. the amount of nostalgia that came from clipping up this song for the podcast.. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YC8FET-EGVM ..if i wasn't already feeling like time is moving too fast
3. if you get a moment today, it's worth taking 5 minutes to listen to this stunning reading of 'Of The Sorrows' from For Those I Love: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mp-f6cG6rco

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Behind Netflix's Stranger Things rivalry lies a real-life friendship that bloomed into one of Djo's most personal and nostalgic tracks - 'Charlie's Garden'. This episode explores the story of how Joe Keery shed his anonymous musical persona to create his most personal album yet - 'The Crux', and how a simple afternoon at Charlie Heaton's piano led to a Beatles-inspired tribute to friendship.

Stream today's One of One 'Charlie's Garden' here: https://open.spotify.com/track/4kPfzkWY23WgM902kNAQLn?si=37cc86577ac34bc9.

For the best listening experience, follow the One of One playlist, where you can listen to the songs back to back with the full episodes: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0BPEIBxS6boxN1O1WKqWfj?si=af7f1122eb1748b4.

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thanks for listening!

three more things:

1. i started getting nostalgic and recently dived deep into the new watch-along podcast 'How We Made Your Mother' - in doing so discovering Josh Radnor (Ted Mosby) makes music, the NYC theme song of the podcast in particular hitting on that nostalgia for HIMYM: https://open.spotify.com/track/7y04XG4IfwN7FOxnusEA8C?si=e65a24a264c94338

2. it's coachella weekend, and i am SO excited to see a stream of Hanumankind performing this at the height of his buzz: https://open.spotify.com/track/3sZQ8L4aptFDJXBqdVdvO8?si=fd1f7ce1563940cc

3. it's record store day! support your local record store & find some special editions (& new music) released today here: https://recordstoreday.com/

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Provinz's new album 'Pazifik' showcases their ability to grow in maturity whilst keeping that balance of intimacy next to anthems. This episode explores how "Sommer macht melancholisch" perfectly captures that blend. On this episode, unpacking the way their music and this song connects whether you understand German or not.

Stream today's One of One "Sommer macht melancholisch" here: https://open.spotify.com/track/6MriboInMFOYpnRtRKWAJd?si=84c18477785842dc.

For the best listening experience, follow the One of One playlist, where you can listen to the songs back to back with the full episodes: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0BPEIBxS6boxN1O1WKqWfj?si=6ae5b25a4d1d4d21⁠.

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thanks for listening!

three more things:

1. provinz are on tour promoting their new album! seeing them live was genuinely one of my favourite experiences, you can find dates here: ⁠https://provinzband.com/
2. you can find the youtube video for 'reicht dir das' that i was talking about here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QclfmLN0rvI
3. summer25 playlist begins 👀

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Alessia Cara's journey from her debut 'Know It All' to her latest album 'Love & Hyperbole' tells the story of an artist unafraid to evolve. This episode unpacks how her latest album marks a transition from the introspection of her early work to the joyful embrace of unfiltered emotion, showcased on today's One of One 'Fire'.

Stream today's One of One 'Fire' here: https://open.spotify.com/track/3BrPNamOVSIICrC2Kz0TDi?si=08c9b6b6b00b46aa.

For the best listening experience, follow the One of One playlist, where you can listen to the songs back to back with the full episodes: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0BPEIBxS6boxN1O1WKqWfj?si=6ae5b25a4d1d4d21.

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thanks for listening!

three more things:

1. alessia cara is coming to europe for the first time properly in many many years! i'll be heading to the roundhouse in june, you can find the rest of her dates here: https://www.alessiacara.com/tour/
2. speaking of gigs, my god porter robinson was amazing! the way he transitioned from 2003 pop punk to 2013 edm, and 2020 hyperpop was incredible, just a true artist - check out the videos on my instagram to see!

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Mac Miller's 'Balloonerism', recorded in 2014 but released here in 2025, captures a pivotal moment in his career. This episode explores how this "lost" album and in-particular today's One of One 'Funny Papers', bridges the gap between his early experimental work and later masterpieces, demonstrating early signs of the artist he would become. Unpacking how this time capsule has been carefully preserved to give us one final gift from an artist who is a true One of One.

Stream today's One of One 'Funny Papers' here:https://open.spotify.com/track/4pu58kqegTnOxPNJpY3kr9?si=fce1a902312f4e3f.

For the best listening experience, follow the One of One playlist, where you can listen to the songs back to back with the full episodes: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0BPEIBxS6boxN1O1WKqWfj?si=6ae5b25a4d1d4d21⁠.

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thanks for listening!

three more things:

1. alongside releasing 'Balloonerism' Mac Miller's estate released a short film to accompany onAmazon Prime.
2. if you want to dive deeper into Mac's work from this era, the mixtape 'Faces' (recorded around the same time) was released to streaming platforms in 2021
3. the grammys was last weekend! i thought the whole show was one of the very best - mostly because of the focus & talent of the new artists. doechii, chapelle roan and sabrina carpenter were my faves, well worth checking them out on the grammys website:https://www.grammy.com/.

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Bad Bunny celebrates Puerto Rico's history across 'DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS', but 'BAILE INoLVIDABLE' specifically is a stunning celebration of Puerto Rican salsa. Bringing together students from San Juan's Escuela Libre de Música to create something truly special. This episode explores how one of music's biggest stars chose to use his platform to showcase his homeland's rich musical heritage, resulting in a six-minute masterpiece that bridges generations. Unpacking how authenticity combines with Bad Bunny's modern vision to create one of 2025's most ambitious albums.

Stream today's One of One 'BAILE INoLVIDABLE' here: https://open.spotify.com/track/2lTm559tuIvatlT1u0JYG2?si=aab222f8ec11454e.

For the best listening experience, follow the One of One playlist, where you can listen to the songs back to back with the full episodes: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0BPEIBxS6boxN1O1WKqWfj?si=6ae5b25a4d1d4d21.

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happy 2025, thanks for listening :)

three more things:

1. credit to my friend fabian for letting me know the story of this song (sadly my spanish only goes so far) & recommending the music video! can only recommend doing the same: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a1Femq4NPxs

2. one of my favourite parts travelling australia was hearing the local music & local radio - triple j has become a new favourite, and they just announced their acclaimed hottest 100 yesterday: https://www.abc.net.au/triplej/countdown/hottest100 - i'd heard of how popular this radio show was on australia day, but it really did feel everywhere in the lead up!

3. a reminder today to re-visit this classic salsa album from Buena Vista Social Club: https://open.spotify.com/album/5qcOy8sMqROZ0VEfK8LJZt?si=bk1utWcCR7GNVGCrfFXKdQ

see you next week!

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From underground raves to cultural phenomenon, Charli XCX's 'Brat' defined 2024. In this final episode of the year, we unpack how Charli transformed what was already the biggest album of the year, into something even bigger, proving herself as an artist who was always ready for this moment - just waiting for the world to catch up.

Stream today's One of One 'Sympathy is a knife' here: https://open.spotify.com/track/6xrTHtSg2SDBLilLxhbhof?si=366acddebff74dd8.

For the best listening experience, follow the One of One playlist, where you can listen to the songs back to back with the full episodes: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0BPEIBxS6boxN1O1WKqWfj?si=4864e284b3544bc6.

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thanks for listening :)

three more things:

1. you can find a list of what i think are my fave songs of the year here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6LLTGdnHuQzVS6ytHkxRgq?si=10b2fa02ace34b85.

2. again, thank you for all the support! & feel free to share any of your favourites into the comment section on this episode

3. i'm travelling to australia for the next 3 weeks (i'm literally uploading this episode from the plane), so i won't be back until the end of january - hope you have a great start to the year!

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Sam Fender's latest single "People Watching" is a poignant tribute to Annie, his former drama teacher and lifelong supporter. This episode explores how Fender's visits to Annie's care home inspired a track that beautifully captures the contrast between life's constant motion and the stillness of personal grief. We'll unpack the collaboration with Adam from The War on Drugs, resulting in a nostalgic yet present sound, celebrating Annie's impact on the world.

Stream today's One of One 'People Watching' here: https://open.spotify.com/track/3ZZyUf7WkhfN1JkQZZ00fI?si=fb8a99b74ecd4f6a.

For the best listening experience, follow the One of One playlist, where you can listen to the songs back to back with the full episodes: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0BPEIBxS6boxN1O1WKqWfj?si=4864e284b3544bc6.

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thanks for listening :)

three more things:

1. that mentioned song from the war on drugs can be found here: https://open.spotify.com/track/59P1nrdEImkAKa1nyW9X2e?si=273e96d240f5405c.

2. in amongst the surprise drop from kendrick, j cole just dropped a 2010 mixtape to streaming services that's wrapping up this year of hip-hop nicely: https://open.spotify.com/album/4ghGEhWzY5ffry2IqgrnRg?si=Xyra7qzkTziEOgJr-bq3aQ.

3. if rumours are true, spotify wrapped drops this wednesday... the question for me is less who's on top (fred again) & more if my short-lived addiction to the song dirt man this summer will take it to the top 5 (https://open.spotify.com/track/0yM1sU6TAp8OEhwTC1ImNN?si=133001df39c4474f).

see you next week!

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Cleo Sol's music is that deep breath of fresh air in a chaotic world, offering a reset to whatever you're going through right now. This episode explores the journey of an artist who found her true voice by breaking free from industry norms and embracing her roots. From her jazz musician parents to her hiatus from music and eventual return, we unpack (some of) the story behind Cleo Sol's pure, undistilled sound. Discover how her latest track, "Fear When You Fly," exemplifies everything about this remarkable singer and why her music might just make your life better :)

Stream today's One of One 'Fear When You Fly' here: https://open.spotify.com/track/0BDlu6AEeWxdjmKwFc0rI0?si=0281e2eda7944816.

For the best listening experience, follow the One of One playlist, where you can listen to the songs back to back with the full episodes: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0BPEIBxS6boxN1O1WKqWfj?si=4864e284b3544bc6.

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thanks for listening :)

three more things:

1. find that one mysterious interview that cleo sol has recently done (of course with zane lowe) here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9uXg0aqQxEg

2. the clip i played at the beginning was from her incredible track 'airplane': https://open.spotify.com/track/1PkGXXmXURIC0Zwil4MmKT?si=e274753fc8854b64

3. this sort of music is made for the live audience, so just a little clip from her time at the royal albert hall: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aGH0Q2Zj9ms

see you next week!

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Mustafa's 'Name of God' is a haunting exploration of faith, identity, and loss. From a 12-year-old poet in Toronto's public housing to a globally acclaimed artist, Mustafa's journey is one of evolving perspectives and deepening questions. This episode delves into his latest album 'Dunya', and it's lead single, unpacking the delicate balance between faith and doubt, and how personal tragedy can reshape our understanding of the world. We explore the unique fusion of Arab musical traditions with contemporary Toronto sounds, and how Mustafa's experiences have crafted a voice that speaks to universal struggles of belonging and belief.

Stream today's One of One 'Name of God' here: https://open.spotify.com/track/0nvsWayNp3WFQGta5Zcxyv?si=fb674710f9b24300.

For the best listening experience, follow the One of One playlist, where you can listen to the songs back to back with the full episodes: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0BPEIBxS6boxN1O1WKqWfj?si=4864e284b3544bc6.

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thanks for listening :)

three more things:

1. speaking of the poem performed by mustafa at 12 years old, you can find the video of it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rbZksEZjRJg.

2. if you'd like to hear some fresh french rap, my friend's just started making music under the name NXV: https://open.spotify.com/track/1SCh96czqTA4n5XyvfnL7r?si=763a7782ccf04cf1.

3. i'm travelling for the next couple of weekends, so it might be a short break until the next episode, but i'll see you again in november latest!

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