On today's bonus, Danny gives an update on the Wu-Tang solo albums he has checked out after the ODB bonus episode.  Plus we talk about the recently-released-at-the-time-of-recording Apple Music 100 Best Albums. In addition to laughing at the absurdity of some of the rankings, we talk about the nature of "best of" lists and how they could be better.

Song featured in this episode with link to purchase:
GZA - 4th Chamber

Coming up:

• 1 Good Song
  • Eminem - "Recovery"
  • Conway Twitty - "Southern Comfort"
• 2024 New Music Favorites (1st Half of the Year)

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It is easy to take for granted having access to almost all recorded music in existence. But having a collection of physical copies of your favorite music makes you realize how special it is. So today we are featuring two albums from each of our collections.

First up, Sidelong by Sarah Shook & the Disarmers. This debut album immediately grabbed Danny's attention upon hearing it, and he has been following bandleader River Shook through lineup changes and side projects ever since. Check it out if you want catchy, well-written, outlaw country style bangers and ballads.

Then we'll talk Mitski, who similarly has had a very consistent output. Her 4th studio album has one of her most iconic songs, but we'll talk about how all of her albums have at least one standout pop banger for the ages. This one is full of Pixies-esque loud-quiet-loud rock tunes, mixed with some art-rock / electronic influences. Plus, emotional lyrics that could just as easily be found in a book of poetry.

Since buying music directly from the artist is the best way to support them, here are links to buy these albums
Puberty 2
Sidelong

Songs featured in this episode:
Make It Up To Mama
Fuck Up
Your Best American Girl
Dan the Dancer

Coming up:

• Bonus
• 9. One Good Song
  • Eminem - Recovery
  • Conway Twitty - Southern Comfort

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Continuing our side-by-side discussion of Atlanta rap giants Future and Young Thug, today we are focusing on what they bring to the table when they are featured on other artists' songs.

DRAM, Playboi Carti, Drake, Rihanna, and Travis Scott are just a handful from a long list of artists who know that adding Young Thug and/or Future to a track is a cheat code for a great song. Both artists are able to sync up to the energy of any given track, and often choose to rap like they have something to prove.

Songs featured in this episode with links to purchase:
Misunderstood
Teen X

Link to playlists:
Danny's Playlist (also here on YouTube)
Julius's Playlist (also here on YouTube)

Coming Up

• 8. Physical Media Special
  • Mitski - Puberty 2
  • Sarah Shook and the Disarmers - Sidelong
• Bonus
• 9. One Good Song
  • Conway Twitty - Southern Comfort
  • Eminem - Recovery

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Today we will take a look at two contemporaries in the rap world: Future and Young Thug. These two guys from Atlanta are prolific rappers in their own right, but they are also friends and collaborators. On this episode we will look at their contributions to hip-hop and what makes each of them special through the lens of six songs by each artist. Danny brought 6 Thugger songs, and Julius brought 6 Future Songs.

We'll talk about how they quickly developed their own styles separating them from their early influences, how they use emotion to drive their most powerful songs, and generally nerd out over some of our favorite lines from each.

Join us next week for a bonus episode where we break down some great features from these 2 artists. Check out the songs we picked below!

Songs featured in this episode with links to purchase:
I Serve the Base
HATE THE REAL ME
2 Cups Stuffed
Sup Mate

Danny's Playlist (also here on YouTube and Apple Music)
Julius's Playlist (also here on YouTube and Apple Music)

Coming Up

• Bonus
• 8. Physical Media Special
  • Mitski - Puberty 2
  • Sarah Shook and the Disarmers - Sidelong
• Bonus

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Recorded during the "Beer" sessions, we go more in depth into the lore of the Wu-Tang Clan as a whole, as well as their solo projects. Danny asks Julius for 3 Wu-Tang solo projects to properly begin his Wu-Tang journey, something that Julius began as a kid. We'll also give thoughts on the Wu-Tang clan documentary series "Wu-Tang Clan: Of Mics and Men"

Coming up:

• Ep. 7: Side by Side: Playlist Episode
  • Young Thug - 6 songs picked by Danny
  • Future - 6 songs picked by Julius
• Ep. 7 Bonus - 3 Features, found on the above playlists
• Ep. 8: Physical Media Special - Albums we Own
  • Sarah Shook & the Disarmers - Sidelong
  • Mitski - Puberty 2

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Crack open a beer with us as we talk about two artists who became legends for their rebellious music.

First we'll cover one of the many greatest hits compilations from Johnny Paycheck. "Biggest Hits" covers Paycheck's time with Epic and Billy Sherrill in the producer's chair. We'll talk about his outlaw image, the good and bad sides of his rocky career, and Julius offers an interesting interpretation of "She's All I Got"

Then we'll talk about the wild debut album from Ol' Dirty Bastard - which plainly and profanely displays his personality. We'll talk at length about his need to entertain, and how that results in some fun, chaotic, and incredible rap music that only can be pulled off by ODB.

Both of these artists were unafraid to speak their mind, leading them to success despite personal struggles that interfered with that.

Songs featured in this episode:
Johnny Paycheck - Friend, Lover, Wife - Purchase
Johnny Paycheck - Fifteen Beers - Purchase
ODB - Raw Hide - Purchase
ODB - Brooklyn Zoo III (Tiger Crane) - Purchase
JPEGMAFIA - Real **** - Purchase

Coming Up

• Bonus Episode: Wu Tang Clan documentary series and solo projects
• Ep. 7: Side by Side: a playlist episode discussing Young Thug and Future
  • Young Thug - 6 songs picked by Danny
  • Future - 6 songs picked by Julius
• Ep. 7 Bonus: 3 features from Young Thug and Future

ICYMI: Danny wrote a blog about Willie, check it out here.

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PLUG ALERT! Check out Danny's guest blog about Willie Nelson . It was written for the incredible music blog "I Enjoy Music" and while you're there definitely subscribe and browse around for some fun and thoughtful music writing.

Recorded during the "Party Soundtracks" sessions, Danny and Julius share opinions and stories about seeing live music. From a story about filming a concert in an auditorium, to people passing out from standing too long.

Coming Up

• Ep. 6: Beer
  • Johnny Paycheck - "Biggest Hits"
  • Ol' Dirty Bastard - Return to the 36 Chambers: The Dirty Version
• Bonus Mini Episode
• Ep. 7: Side by Side: Playlist Episode
  • Young Thug - 6 songs picked by Danny
  • Future - 6 songs picked by Julius

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PLUG ALERT! Check out Danny's guest blog about Willie Nelson. It was written for the incredible music blog "I Enjoy Music" and while you're there, definitely subscribe and browse around for some fun and thoughtful music writing.

Today we take on the difficult task of finding an album that could soundtrack a party front to back, without skipping.

First we'll talk about "In Time" by the Mavericks - a timeless sounding album that brought the Mavericks back from hiatus. Combining the sounds of country, Tex-Mex, swing, blues, and good ol' rock n'roll - the Mavericks deliver an album that will have you dancing in the moonlight the whole way through.

Then we'll talk about the infamous Azealia Banks and her mind-blowing album "Broke with Expensive Taste." This album is like a dream, constantly throwing curveballs at you and testing the limits of what is possible in a rap album. Of course we'll talk about some of the controversies involved with this extremely talented rapper and singer, but we argue why her music should be given all the flowers it deserves.

Though these albums come from completely different worlds, you'll be unable to resist the skilled musicianship flooding both of these albums. And if you put on both of these albums at a party, you'll find yourself still dancing for hours after the party ends.

Songs featured in this episode:
Born to Be Blue - Purchase
Come Unto Me - Purchase
212 - Purchase
Nude Beach a-Go-Go - Purchase

Coming Up

• Bonus Mini Episode
• Ep. 6: Beer
  • Johnny Paycheck - "Biggest Hits"
  • Ol' Dirty Bastard - "Return to the 36 Chambers: The Dirty Version"

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Spring is the prompt for today's episode, and boy did we pick some fantastic albums that will make you feel every emotion in the book. First we'll cover Allison Russell's 2023 album "The Returner." A vibrant, groovy album that will lift you out of the darkness so that you may dance in the light. We'll talk about how how sometimes the Grammy's get it right, how music can make you believe in magic, and how popular music today sometimes lacks the energy that Allison Russell brings in full force on this album.

Then, we'll cover the debut mixtape from Chicago rapper Noname: "Telefone." It brings up a discussion on the idea of "mixtapes" in general, and how this project is crafted  with the skill of someone making a full blown album so early in her career. This mixtape takes you on an emotional journey of life and death while showcasing some incredible rapping on a project that Julius declares only gets better on future projects.

Together these albums give you a masterclass on fleshing out a themed collection of songs. They highlight the importance of community and demonstrate the healing power of positivity and vulnerability. if you think I'm exaggerating with any of the statements, you haven't heard these records. Fix that!

Songs featured in this episode:
Allison Russell - The Returner - Purchase
Noname - Sunny Duet - Purchase

Coming Up:

• Ep. 5: Party Soundtracks (Albums that can soundtrack a party front to back)
  • Azealia Banks - "Broke with Expensive Taste"
  • The Mavericks - "In Time"
• Bonus Mini Episode
• Ep. 6: Beer
  • Johnny Paycheck: "Biggest Hits"
  • Ol' Dirty Bastard" "Return to the 36 Chambers: The Dirty Version"

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Recorded during the Sentimental Albums Sessions, Julius talks about their personal opinions when it comes to rap beef. Specifically here comparing 2 recent examples: Megan Thee Stallion vs Nicki Minaj; and Freddie Gibbs vs JPEGMAFIA.

Coming Up

• Ep. 4: Spring
  • Noname - "Telefone"
  • Allison Russell - "The Returner"
• Ep. 5: Party Soundtracks (Albums that can soundtrack a party front to back)
  • Azealia Banks - "Broke with Expensive Taste"
  • The Mavericks - "In Time"

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