An examination of the world's most moving music by two life-long enthusiasts on the wrong side of 35. What distinguishes good from great songs, why some artists are more universally appreciated than others, what makes genres popular, and how to separate timeless music from trendy or otherwise forget…
Here are seven reasons why, according to science. For more visit patreon.com/commercialappeal
The entertainer, his legacy, and his greatest songs. For more visit patreon.com/commercialappeal
Cooler Than Me, the San Francisco music scene, and the importance of lyrics. For more visit patreon.com/commercialappeal
Subjective ratings, Vampire Weekend, and Pharcyde cameos. For more visit patreon.com/commercialappeal
A deluge of new albums, live concerts, songs that move us. For more visit patreon.com/commercialappeal
The problem with pop albums, La La Land, and discovering new music. For more visit patreon.com/commercialappeal
Timeless music, rap lulls, and The Killers. Visit patreon.com/commercialappeal for more
Staying power, better catalog browsing, and greatest Nirvana song. Visit patreon.com/commercialappeal for more
Sophomore slumps, songwriter eras, and another apparent musician suicide. Visit patreon.com/commercialappeal for more
Formal introductions, commercial appeal, and why you should listen. Visit patreon.com/commercialappeal for more