The Kickback

Happy New Year everyone! The Kicback is starting off 2025 giving our predictions on upcoming albums, collaborations, iconic performances, and more. Thank you for listening to this episode! Be sure to follow us on IG/X @th3kickbackpod for additional content. https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1K7fRQz_kLvTpiWIMtnho9dzG3s2oh1fn9vuoqhrQ5vU/htmlview GOFUNDMES: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1w7Rxmcw8naEqRXc6UoXCYSoR3_k-u8elafDk-GFteDY/htmlview VOLUNTEER SPREADSHEET:https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1eaSXTYlLY_spJ-_w43ac55qu6X4YtgApgRGfads3cM4/htmlview#

On this episode of The Kickback, co-hosts Cal, Dev, and Lex dive into their year in music with a detailed breakdown of their Apple Replay, Spotify Wrapped, and Stats.FM results. From unexpected top tracks to their most-played genres and guilty pleasure bangers, the trio reflects on how their music tastes evolved over the past year. Thank you for listening to this episode! Be sure to follow us on IG and X @th3kickbackpod, as well as TikTok @th3kickback for additional content.

In this Halloween edition of The Kickback, we're diving into the ultimate fall vibes and spooky jams! From cozy autumn tracks to horror movie soundtracks and dream Halloween playlists, we've got everything you need for your fall soundtrack. Tune in for our top seasonal picks, nostalgic stories, and haunting music moments. Perfect for pumpkin carving or chilling on a crisp night! Thank you for listening to this episode! Be sure to follow us on IG and X @th3kickbackpod, as well as TikTok @th3kicback for additional content.

In this episode of The Kickback, co-hosts Cal, Dev, and Lex dive into their favorite music producers, sharing the beats, styles, and unique qualities that make these producers stand out. From classic legends to modern innovators, the trio brings their personal takes and musical insights, giving listeners an inside look at the creative minds shaping the sounds they love. Thank you for listening to this episode! Follow us on IG/X @th3kickbackpod, and TikTok @th3kicback, for additional content.

Welcome to our first Career Highlight, a new segment dedicated to exposing our audience to various jobs within the music and entertainment industry! Join us as we speak with Saige (IG: saigetheegeminii), an Artist Relations Coordinator for the non-profit voting organization HeadCount, about her position and passion for music. Thank you for listening to this episode! Follow us on X, IG (@th3kickbackpod), and TikTok (@th3kickback) for additional content. Want to learn more about HeadCount? Visit their website for more info!: https://www.headcount.org/state Connect with Saige on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/saige-defreitas-40647a162/ TW: mention of sexual abuse @ 6:44- 6:50 (Diddy lawsuit)

We were outsideee last week, and we're feeling the aftermath. Tune in to hear our reviews of the tours we've attended and discuss our views on the price to attend live events as frequent concertgoers. Thank you for listening to this episode! Be sure to follow us on IG and X @th3kickbackpod as well as Tik Tok @th3kickback for additional content.

Season 2 is finally here! Kick back with us as we catch up on the latest releases and announcements in the music world. Thank you for listening to this episode! Follow us on IG, X (@th3kickbackpod), and TikTok (@th3kickback) for additional content.

Y'all, we've officially wrapped up season one! As we transition to new recording platforms and prep for the next season, we've decided to take a small break to enjoy the rest of the summer. Before The Kickback takes its summer break, we want to leave you with some of our favorite summer jams. Thank you for your continuous support, and we can't wait to be back in the fall! Be sure to follow us on IG @⁠th3kickbackpod⁠ for additional content.

Disney Channel was once the pinnacle of children's entertainment. Hosts of the Kickback, Dev, Cal, and Lex discuss their cherished moments with the channel. From the movies, to the music, and even a little drama… Thank you for listening to this episode! Be sure to follow us on IG @th3kickbackpod and Tik Tok @th3kickback for additional content.

Hang with The Kickback crew as they recap “Culture's Biggest Night”! Thank you for listening to this episode, be sure to follow us on IG @th3kickbackpod for additional content.

For Men's Mental Health Month, The Kickback discusses mental wellness and the various intersecting factors that contribute to it. We are joined by esteemed creator and educator Marquise Davon Richards, host of Keepin' It a Bean podcast! Listen to his podcast on your preferred listening platform and follow him on socials @marquisedavon and @keepinitabeanpod. Thank you for listening to this episode! Be sure to follow us on IG @th3kickbackpod for additional content.

Happy Juneteenth to everyone Black! We love us fr ❤️✊

Pride Month is here, and to celebrate The Kickback talk about their favorite queer artists, allies, love songs, and club anthems. Also, be sure to wish co-host Devon aka The Brown Gem a happy birthday! Thank you for listening to this episode, be sure to follow us on IG @th3kickbackpod and Tik Tok @th3kickback for additional content.

The Kickback's back, tell a friend! We're catching up on some pop culture news and discussing our favorite White bops. Thank you for listening to this episode! Be sure to follow us on IG @th3kickbackpod for additional content.

“Fashion's Biggest Night” just happened, and what's better than hearing opinions from people with a non-fashion podcast

“In the beginning there was Jack, and Jack had a groove! And from this groove came the grooves of all grooves. And while one day vicously throwing down on his box Jack boldly declared, “Let there be house!” And house music was born.” (Chuck Roberts, “My House”) Thank you for listening to this episode! Be sure to follow us on IG @th3kickbackpod and Tik Tok @th3kickback for additional content.

Concerts and festivals are getting more expensive by the day, so we're using our imagination to come up with our own festival lineup! Thank you for listening to this episode! Be sure to follow us on IG @th3kickbackpod and Tik Tok @th3kickback for additional content.

All this Big 3 talk has us curious chile, so we decided to call in an expert! Josh Bryant is a radio host, music commentator, and host of URBNVIEW. You can find more of his content on Instagram (@officialjoshbryant, @urbnview) and Tik Tok (@officialjoshbryant)! Thank you for listening to this episode! Be sure to follow us on IG @th3kickbackpod and Tik Tok @th3kickback for additional content.

The tea has been BOILING up in the music world! In this week's episode we'll be catching up on new releases, upcoming shows, and all the drama for your mama. Thank you for listening to this episode! Be sure to follow us on IG @th3kickbackpod and Tik Tok @th3kickback for additional content.

Welcome back to The Kickback! Lex, Cal, and Dev are diving into the latest music releases, giving you their unfiltered takes on the newest tracks and sharing their thoughts. Thank you for listening to this episode! Be sure to follow us on IG @th3kickbackpod and Tik Tok @th3kickback for additional content.

Kick it with Cal, Dev, and Lex as they run through their favorite live albums and get to the bottom of the question: where the hell did they go?? Thank you for listening to this episode! Be sure to follow us on IG @th3kickbackpod and Tik Tok @th3kickback for additional content.

On this week's episode of The Kickback we reminisce on the excitement of album rollouts and debate whether the art behind the process releasing projects have changed for the better. Thank you for listening to this episode! Be sure to follow us on IG @th3kickbackpod and Tik Tok @th3kickback for additional content.

To end off Black History Month, Lex, Dev, and Cal discuss the importance of music in Black history, pop culture moments, and what they deem as monumental albums. Thank you for listening to this episode! Be sure to follow us on IG @th3kickbackpod for additional content. Liner Notes Vinyl Club IG: www.instagram.com/linernotesvinylclub/

Assembly line frequency as we tap our MPCs. We find the Mecca. England, Jamaica, America. They looped, we looped the sample to feel free

The Father of R&B blessed us with a Halftime Performance, some football was played too. Thank you for listening to this episode! Be sure to follow us on IG @th3kickbackpod and Tik Tok @th3kickback for additional content.

Thank you for listening to our first episode! Be sure to follow us on IG and Tik Tok @th3kickbackpod for additional content.