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Linktree: https://linktr.ee/AnalyticJoin The Normandy For Ad-Free NME, Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K The Notorious Mass Effect segment breaks down Alex Warren's explosive new single “Fever Dream”, released February 26, 2026, via Atlantic Records. Hosted by Analytic Dreamz, this analysis covers the 25-year-old artist's evolution from Hype House founder and TikTok creator to major pop force following his 2025 breakout.“Ordinary” dominated with 10 weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, over 2.4 billion global streams, Billboard Top New Artist win, and Best New Artist Grammy nomination—setting a high bar for 2026.“Fever Dream,” produced by Adam Yaron, shifts to upbeat, cinematic pop with glossy synths, driving four-on-the-floor percussion, and romantic euphoria inspired by meeting his wife Kouvr Annon. It marks a strategic pivot to radio-ready hooks from confessional ballads.Early performance (first days as of March 3, 2026): 4.27 million global Spotify debut streams (#12 worldwide, #7 US with 1.33 million US streams), sustained ~2.9M (Feb 28) and ~2.4M (Mar 1) daily. iTunes #1 in US, UK, Canada, Australia, Germany, Ireland, Slovakia; #3 worldwide. Apple Music #19 global, strong Europe entry.The music video, directed by Andrew Theodore Balasia, features surreal Hollywood chaos: Warren as a celebrity-tour bus driver, horror parody with Kouvr, paparazzi frenzy, Paris Hilton cameo, and wake-up twist—perfect for viral clips.Compared to “Ordinary,” “Fever Dream” shows faster digital surge: immediate #1 iTunes in key markets vs. gradual viral climb, highlighting grown fanbase and algorithmic push.Analytic Dreamz explores reception (catchy earworm with vocal charisma, some overplay concerns), autobiographical roots amid past hardships, and the “Finding Family On The Road” / Little Orphan Alex Live arena tour kicking off Europe (April 2026: Düsseldorf PSD Bank Dome, Amsterdam Ziggo Dome, Paris Accor Arena, London O2, more) then North America (May–July: Bridgestone Arena Nashville, Toyota Center Houston, Madison Square Garden New York, etc.).This launch signals strong Hot 100 Top 10 potential, arena-headliner status, and seamless shift to glossy romantic pop while retaining emotional depth.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/exclusive-contentPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/AnalyticJoin The Normandy For Ad-Free NME, Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0KThe Notorious Mass Effect segment delivers a detailed breakdown of Bruno Mars' long-awaited solo return with The Romantic, released February 27, 2026, via Atlantic Records. Hosted by Analytic Dreamz, this analysis covers the 9-track, 31-minute album—his first solo project in nearly a decade since 24K Magic (2016)—blending retro-soul, disco-pop, funk, 1970s influences (Curtis Mayfield, Philly soul), and Latin elements like bolero, cha-cha, and mariachi for a crooner-forward, romantic vibe timed near Valentine's.Lead single “I Just Might” (January 9, 2026) debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 with retro-funk/disco energy and a Leo Sayer interpolation. Follow-up “Risk It All” dropped with the album, featuring mariachi-styled visuals and wedding-themed romance. Early streaming shows strong momentum on Spotify and Apple Music, boosted by billions from recent hits “Die With a Smile” (with Lady Gaga, 2025 Grammy winner) and “APT.” (with Rosé, Grammy-nominated).Critical reception is mixed: praise for vocal polish, production, and crowd-pleasing retro-soul (Rolling Stone: positive crowd-pleaser; NME: 4/5 mature persona), but some critique homage-heavy predictability and sentimentality (Paste: D+ overly sentimental). Physical editions include translucent red and gold vinyl for collectors.Analytic Dreamz highlights strategic insights: short runtime for high completion/replay rates, playlist-friendly nostalgia, Latin market expansion, wedding/event utility for long-tail streams, catalog halo from legacy smashes (“Just the Way You Are,” “Versace on the Floor”), and steady streaming over viral spikes.The Romantic Tour kicks off early April 2026 in Las Vegas (Allegiant Stadium), spanning North America through late May, Europe (Paris, Berlin, Amsterdam, Madrid, Milan, London) late June–mid July, and back to U.S./Vancouver by mid-October. Features Anderson .Paak as DJ Pee .Wee, plus select supports like Leon Thomas, Raye, Victoria Monet.This polished, formula-consistent revival reinforces Bruno's retro-romantic brand, leveraging hiatus demand and prior collaborations for sustained commercial longevity.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/exclusive-contentPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/AnalyticJoin The Normandy For Ad-Free NME, Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0KAnalytic Dreamz breaks down Bruno Mars' highly anticipated return with The Romantic, his 4th solo studio album released February 27, 2026—his first in 10 years since the Grammy-winning 24K Magic. The compact 9-track, 31-minute project on Atlantic Records delivers a ballad-heavy, mid-1970s retro-soul vibe with strong Motown and Philly soul influences, emphasizing slow-dance romance and timeless dancing.Launch day dominated US Spotify: lead single "I Just Might" (January 2026 Hot 100 #1, Grammy-performed) jumped to #3, while "Risk It All"—a Latin-influenced bolero ballad with mariachi trumpets, violins, guitarrón, and vihuela—debuted at #1 with 2.32 million streams. "Cha Cha Cha" (#6) and "God Was Showing Off" (#8) joined for 4 Top 10 entries, plus 8 in the Top 20 total."Risk It All" music video (co-directed by Mars and Daniel Ramos) features a wedding narrative in a vintage Catholic church, mariachi band, all-white suit and cowboy hat, "Just Married" exit, and life montage—perfect for Latin crossover appeal, backed by co-signs from Rancho Humilde, Fuerza Regida's JOP, and Ivan Cornejo.Critical takes praise vocal prowess, cohesive aesthetic, and authentic vintage textures, though some note cliché lyrics and limited depth compared to Silk Sonic's collaborative energy.Promotion included The Romantic Flower Shop pop-up in LA with free flowers, photo ops, merch, and global "love lock" walls. The Romantic Tour kicks off April 2026 in Las Vegas, featuring Anderson .Paak (as DJ Pee .Wee) on all dates, plus Victoria Monét, RAYE, and Leon Thomas on select shows across North America and Europe.Analytic Dreamz analyzes the streaming explosion, Latin fusion strategy, multi-generational wedding/slow-dance potential, and Bruno's enduring pop dominance post-2025 hits like "APT." and "Die With a Smile."Tune in for the full unfiltered review on Analytic Dreamz—hip-hop and pop culture insights.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/exclusive-contentPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
fWotD Episode 3212: Mindful (song) Welcome to featured Wiki of the Day, your daily dose of knowledge from Wikipedia's finest articles.The featured article for Thursday, 19 February 2026, is Mindful (song)."Mindful" is a song by American singer K. Michelle from her third studio album More Issues Than Vogue (2016). T-Pain wrote and produced the song, which Atlantic Records released as the album's third single on February 19, 2016. Throughout the hip-hop and R&B track, Michelle raps the lyrics and warns people to be "mindful" of her. Some reviewers noted that its uptempo production differed from Michelle's previous singles, and she stated that it was one of the first times she recorded a more light-hearted song. Critics praised Michelle's rapping in "Mindful", and referred to it as a highlight of her singles. The song's music video, which was released on March 10, 2016, portrays Michelle arguing with women in a trailer park, and was described by reviewers as colorful.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 00:21 UTC on Thursday, 19 February 2026.For the full current version of the article, see Mindful (song) on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm neural Salli.
Before there was the "Experience," there was Lithofayne. Lithofayne Pridgon wasn't just a muse; she was the Queen of Harlem who gave a struggling Jimi Hendrix a place to live, a connection to the music scene, and the inspiration for "Foxey Lady."In this bonus episode of Behind The Song, dig into the story of the mysterious woman who stood toe-to-toe with James Brown, managed the chaos of Sly Stone, and was so punk-rock she refused to release her own Atlantic Records album because it wasn't "perfect" enough.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Welcome to Off the Beaten Clef! This week, we are in week three of our deep dive into Jawbox, discussing their jump to Atlantic Records and their monstrous album - For Your Own Special Sweetheart. We get into the background of how they made the leap as an indie band to the majors, background information on the recording process of the album, and so much more. It's our favorite album from Jawbox thus far, and we can't wait to hear your guys's thoughts. Let us know how you are feeling about Jawbox on instagram or discord.Next week, we will be wrapping up our deep dive into Jawbox by covering their final album, the self titled from 1995.To listen to Your Own Special Sweetheart by Jawbox on Spotify / Apple Music / TidalSong of the Show:Cody - Diversion by Footballhead (Spotify / Apple Music / Tidal) Dil - I Think I'll Live by HARBOUR (Spotify / Apple Music / Tidal) Intro / Outro song is GO GO GO by LUCKY SHOT (Spotify / Apple Music / Tidal) used with permission from the band. Follow Us on Instagram / TikTokJoin the Discord Thanks for listening!
The Money Trench - The Music Industry Podcast with Mark Sutherland
Welcome to The Money Trench! This week, Mark is joined by Liz Goodwin, a music industry marketing and strategy expert whose career spans the likes of Polydor, Glassnote and most recently Atlantic Records. Liz shares her journey from early label experience through to marketing leadership, including her time working across international campaigns for major artists and helping build the foundations for many artists we know today. The pair also discuss how marketing is changing in the music industry, the impact of social media such as TikTok, and Liz's time working with Ed Sheeran and Lana Del Rey. NEWSLETTER Sign up HERE for the TMT newsletter - featuring each week's hottest music industry stories. SOUNDON The Money Trench is sponsored by SoundOn. TIXEL The Money Trench is sponsored by Tixel. PPL The Money Trench is sponsored by the PPL. KEEP UP TO DATE For the latest podcast and music business updates, make sure to follow us on: Instagram: @the_money_trench LinkedIn: The Money Trench Website: The Money Trench GET IN TOUCH If you have any feedback, guest suggestions or general comments? We'd love to hear from you! - Get in touch here! Thanks to our partners SoundOn Tixel PPL Earth/Percent Tom A Smith Aimless Play Fourth Pillar Sennheiser Junkhead Studio Tape Notes Executive Producer: Mike Walsh Producer: Tape Notes
"The Gospel According to Atlantic Records" - an hour-long survey of gospel recordings from Atlantic Records (1949-1972).
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/AnalyticJoin The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0KJack Harlow has officially announced his fourth studio album, Monica, set for release on March 13, 2026—coinciding with his 28th birthday. This marks his longest gap between projects, nearly three years since Jackman (2023), which peaked at No. 8 on the Billboard 200.The announcement dropped February 10, 2026, via Instagram, featuring striking cover art: a motion-blurred image of Harlow in sunglasses and a tilted brown cap, eyes closed, evoking a dreamlike, in-motion aesthetic. Vinyl pre-orders are live now, backed by Atlantic Records.Monica was written and recorded over the past year at the iconic Electric Lady Studios in New York City following Harlow's relocation from Louisville. The legendary venue—home to sessions for Lady Gaga, Taylor Swift, Stevie Wonder, and more—hints at a fresh creative chapter and potential sonic evolution.In a March 2025 Zane Lowe interview, Harlow previewed the project, expressing intent to "transcend" past work and take longer for something distinct. Details on tracklist, features, and sound direction remain under wraps, leaving fans speculating on whether it continues Jackman's introspective vibe or pivots toward commercial anthems like his "Lovin on Me" era.Recent activity includes the 2025 single "Just Us" with Doja Cat, plus tracks like "Set You Free." Celebrity nods from Victor Cruz and Karl-Anthony Towns, plus overlapping studio moments (Lorde praised Harlow's reaction to her work), add buzz.Join me, Analytic Dreamz, on this segment of Notorious Mass Effect for a concise breakdown of the announcement, key stats, development timeline, and what this birthday-timed rollout means for Jack Harlow's career pivot.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Welcome to Off the Beaten Clef! This week, we are in week two of our Jawbox deep dive, discussing their sophomore record - Novelty. Novelty was released on Dischord and Desoto Records, and Jawbox's last release before making the leap to Atlantic Records. We discuss the album in detail, including the addition of guitarist Bill Barbot for this album, the departure of drummer Adam Wade after Novelty, and so much more. To listen to Novelty by Jawbox on Spotify / Apple Music / TidalStandout TracksCody - Cutoff, StaticDil - Cutoff, Spiral Fix, StaticSong of the Show:Cody - In My Room by Julia Wolf (Spotify / Apple Music / Tidal)Dil - Lemon by Callous Daoboys (Spotify / Apple Music / Tidal)Intro / Outro song is GO GO GO by LUCKY SHOT (Spotify / Apple Music / Tidal) used with permission from the band. Follow Us on Instagram / TikTokJoin the Discord Thanks for listening!
Support my new Pareon B-Sides Tier by clicking here Circa Survive was an American rock band formed in Philadelphia in 2004 by vocalist Anthony Green and guitarist Colin Frangicetto, later joined by Brendan Ekstrom, Nick Beard, and Steve Clifford. Green was previously the frontman of Saosin, bringing a distinct voice that became central to Circa Survive's identity. The band released their debut Juturna in 2005 on Equal Vision Records, followed by On Letting Go. Their third album, Blue Sky Noise, arrived in 2010 via Atlantic Records, marking their most mainstream release. In 2012, the band went independent with Violent Waves, before releasing Descensus and The Amulet on Sumerian and Hopeless Records. In 2022, Circa Survive announced an indefinite hiatus, which Green confirmed in 2025 had become a permanent disbandment, later reemerging as the vocalist for L.S. Dunes. I got Colin on the Zoom and this is what we chat about: His Ayusca trip Pearl Jam This Day Forward Starting to write with Anthony Green What they did with Equal Vision's advance Juturna leaking The Emanuel show where I saw Circa play for the first time Suspending Disbelief not being on Juturna Talking about his younger self (this part is super raw and prob one of the best parts of this interview) On Letting Go The debacle with self releasing Violent Waves And a ton more If you need a Freelance Graphic or Motion Designer, hire me for the following: Design support includes: • Branding and visual identity • Marketing and campaign design • Social, print, and digital assets Video work includes: • Podcast video clips • Short-form content for Reels, Shorts, TikTok, and ads • Long-form edits for interviews, webinars, and YouTube • Sizzle reels and brand videos • Explainer and marketing video edits • Captioning, on-screen text, and light motion graphics Email mike@drive80.com for samples and pricing
What happens when an Army Veteran and Atlantic Records percussionist spends 50 years tracking the unexplained? Join us on The Untold Radio Network's Real American Monsters this Tuesday, 2/3/25 at 8 PM EST, as we sit down with Richard McCandlish. Richard is back with more one of a kind evidence from his research areas. Richard's life is as diverse as it is mysterious, spanning six years of military service, a professional music career touring with major stars, and five decades of dedicated Bigfoot and paranormal research.In this episode, Richard shares how his background as a soldier and musician shaped his investigative eye. From his days behind the drum kit to life on a Harley-Davidson with his wife Diana, Richard has never stopped searching for the truth. Whether he's metal detecting or deep in the woods, his 50-year obsession with Sasquatch and the supernatural has led to incredible discoveries. Tune in for a fascinating journey through the music industry, military life, and the hunt for cryptids.#Bigfoot #Paranormal #Veteran #AtlanticRecords #Sasquatch #RichardMcCandlish #RealAmerican Monsters #UntoldRadioNetwork
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/AnalyticJoin The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0KIn the Notorious Mass Effect segment, Analytic Dreamz breaks down Don Toliver's explosive 2026 launch with his fifth studio album OCTANE, released January 30, 2026, via Cactus Jack, Atlantic Records, and Donnway & Co.The Houston rapper—born Caleb Zackery Toliver, June 12, 1994—builds on his psychedelic trap-R&B signature, influenced by Bobby Womack and Pharrell. After breakout mixtape Donny Womack (2018), Astroworld feature on "Can't Say," viral "No Idea" (#43 Hot 100 peak), and hits like "Lemonade," OCTANE follows Hardstone Psycho (2024) with 18 tracks including "E85," "Body" (sampling Justin Timberlake's "Rock Your Body" with Travis Scott co-production), "Rendezvous" (ft. Yeat), "Secondhand" (ft. Rema), "Tiramisu," and "ATM." Early buzz highlights the nostalgic Timberlake flip, visualizers, and high-energy, experimental production inspired by LA drives and creative immersion.With no chart data yet on release day, Toliver's streaming momentum positions OCTANE for strong Billboard Hot 100 and R&B impact, echoing prior successes.Adding to the momentum, Don Toliver headlines Summerfest 2026's American Family Insurance Amphitheater on June 19 in Milwaukee—his first time headlining the world's largest music festival—with special guests SahBabii, Che, SoFayGo, sosocamo, Chase B, and Lelo. Tickets went on sale January 30 at 10:00 a.m. via summerfest.com and Ticketmaster, including general admission. The lineup features other amphitheater headliners like Garth Brooks (June 16-17), Megan Moroney (June 18), Ed Sheeran (June 25), Post Malone (June 27), Muse (July 2), and Jelly Roll (July 4), confirming Toliver's rising festival draw.Analytic Dreamz analyzes how OCTANE evolves his sound, leverages samples for viral potential, and cements his top-tier status amid strong social media reception and touring announcements.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Some songs just seem to go right to the heart of what connects us all, especially when the subject is hard times.This song from a recent Flood rehearsal is often considered a classic example of the old notion of singing the blues to get rid of the blues. Historically the tune also represented liminal moments for two distinctively different musical artists.About the SongAs noted in an earlier Flood Watch article, Ray Charles wrote and recorded “Hard Times (Who Knows Better Than I?)” in the mid-1950s during a period of heavy creative output at Atlantic Records.But the song languished in the Atlantic vault until the September 1961 release of The Genius Sings The Blues, a highly praised compilation of some of Charles's earlier singles along with some previously unreleased stuff.While Brother Ray rarely spoke at length about composing these tracks, the origin of “Hard Times” seems deeply rooted in his personal history, especially his relationship with his mother, Aretha Robinson, who died when he was still a teenager.The song also is another marker for those who follow the Ray Charles story. By the early 1960s, Charles had largely stopped writing his own material to focus on interpreting others' work, making “Hard Times” one of his last significant original compositions.The Eric Clapton ConnectionThree decades later, “Hard Times” marks a period of transition for a great artist of the next generation.Eric Clapton, having recently overcome his battles with drug addiction, viewed his 1989 Journeyman recording sessions as a way to further master his craft, focusing on his love for blues.The lyrics of “Hard Times,” which deal with personal struggle and perseverance, resonated with that personal journey. The song has stayed in the Clapton repertoire. It was later featured on his 1991 live album 24 Nights, recorded at the Royal Albert Hall. More recently in 2025, he revisited it, playing on a cover for Nathan East's collaborative album with his son Noah, titled Father Son. For more of the back story of ”Hard Times,” check out this earlier Flood Watch article. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit 1937flood.substack.com
Chapter 675 - "It's A Very Rare And Special Situation" ...as read by Mike GitterToday we welcome Mike Gitter to the podcast. Mike was just announced as the new Global Head of A&R for Frontiers Label Group, who just relaunched BLKIIBLK, their metal, hardcore and extreme music label! Mike talks about starting a zine and how that zine led to him eventually becoming an A&R Rep for Atlantic Records, the journey the led him to working with Frontiers and BLKIIBLK, his passion for new music that keeps him going, and so much more.https://www.blkiiblk.comDiscordPatreonSubstackEmail: asthestorygrows@gmail.comChapter 675 Music:Biohazard - "Forsaken"Cro-Mags - "Signs Of The Times"Thrown Into Exile - "The Forsaken"Unto Others - "Cold World"
In this episode, Paula Amato joins Rhonda for an honest conversation about career reinvention, non-linear paths, and trusting long-term evolution over quick wins. Paula Amato, a seasoned PR and communications professional, shares how she transitioned from the music industry into wellness, storytelling, and ultimately transformational travel. Together, they explore career pivots, identity shifts, and what it really takes to build a meaningful professional life rooted in purpose, curiosity, and personal growth.Key Takeaways:Why career pivots often unfold over years, not months, and why patience mattersHow transferable skills like storytelling and communication unlock new industriesThe power of staying in a beginner's mindset during career transitionsWhy financial planning and timing are critical when leaving corporate rolesHow authentic brand building starts with self-trust, not external validationWhat transformational travel teaches us about growth, leadership, and perspectiveMeet Paula AmatoPaula Amato is a seasoned PR and communications professional whose career spans music and the arts, wellbeing, social impact, and transformational travel. She is the founder of PAI/Life, a creative communications consultancy based in New York City. Throughout her career, Paula has led strategic storytelling, brand positioning, event curation, and partnership development for iconic artists and musicians, award-winning producers, CEOs, authors, and forward-thinking brands.Before founding PAI/Life, Paula Amato served as National Publicity Director at Atlantic Records and later as an adjunct professor at New York University's Steinhardt School, where she taught public relations at the undergraduate level. Her work today bridges narrative strategy with purpose-driven impact, helping organizations communicate with clarity, depth, and intention.Visit her website | Follow her on LinkedInHow She PivotedPaula Amato's career has never followed a straight line—and that's exactly what made her evolution possible. After launching her career in the music industry at a young age, Paula later moved into independent consulting, where she explored wellness, functional medicine, and personal development. Over time, those interests naturally intersected with her communications expertise, opening the door to transformational travel and purpose-driven work.“My trajectory has not been linear, but every phase taught me something I needed for the next one.”Rather than forcing a fast transition, Paula allowed her pivot to unfold gradually. She spent years learning a new industry, building relationships, and redefining her role—proving that sustainable reinvention often requires curiosity, humility, and the willingness to sit in uncertainty.Insights for Ambitious WomenOne of Paula's most powerful lessons is that career transitions don't require abandoning your past, they require reframing it. She encourages women to recognize their transferable skills and trust that experience gained in one industry often becomes the foundation for success in another.“We all underestimate ourselves. Sometimes what feels likeWant More Like This?Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on your favourite platform so you never miss an episode. And if you're ready for even more honest stories, career inspiration, and powerful insights, join Rhonda's monthly newsletter. It's where ambitious women get the encouragement, tools, and behind-the-scenes wisdom to thrive—straight to your inbox. Subscribe to the newsletter and catch more episodes at RhondaColemanWandel.com
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/AnalyticJoin The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0KIn this segment of Notorious Mass Effect, Analytic Dreamz delivers a sharp, data-driven analysis of Bruno Mars' explosive lead single “I Just Might,” released January 9, 2026, via Atlantic Records—the first preview of his fourth solo album The Romantic, set for February 27, 2026.Born October 8, 1985, Bruno Mars has sold over 200 million singles globally, earned multiple Grammys, and defined retro revivalism through 1970s disco, funk, soul, and Motown influences. After 24K Magic (2016), Silk Sonic, and recent smashes like “Die With a Smile” and “APT.,” this marks his first solo album in nearly a decade.Co-written/produced by Mars, D'Mile, Philip Lawrence, and Brody Brown, the mid-tempo disco-pop/pop-soul cut layers funk guitar, bold brass, and pristine vocals with nods to Leo Sayer's 1976 classic “You Make Me Feel Like Dancing.” The co-directed music video (Bruno Mars & Daniel Ramos; choreography by Mars & Phil Tayag) features a 1970s soundstage, multi-instrumental performance, and “clone” versions of Mars, quickly surpassing 11 million YouTube views.Early metrics (as of January 13-14, 2026) set career highs: Spotify US debut #1 (1.94M Day-1 streams), Global #3 (4.97M Day-1)—his largest solo Spotify global debut ever. It instantly topped US iTunes and claimed 71% of votes in Billboard's Best New Music poll, outpacing The Kid LAROI, Zach Bryan, and Robyn. Release triggered catalog resurgence, with “That's What I Like” and “Locked Out of Heaven” re-entering Billboard Global 200 charts, placing four Mars tracks simultaneously.Analytic Dreamz examines the strategic rollout: no genre reinvention, but flawless execution leveraging nostalgia, polished showmanship, and fan demand for elite streaming, digital sales, and immediate approval. Positive reception highlights catchiness, dance-floor energy, and nostalgia; pushback includes creative stagnation critiques and renewed cultural appropriation discussions around retro Black music homage. Yet the data underscores commercial dominance, priming The Romantic—a romantic, retro-forward feel-good project—for strong first-week impact, amplified by The Romantic Tour (April–October 2026 across North America, Canada, Europe; presale January 14, onsale January 15; supports DJ Pee .Wee/Anderson .Paak, Leon Thomas, Raye, Victoria Monét).Join Analytic Dreamz for this no-fluff breakdown of Bruno Mars' strategically perfect 2026 comeback launch. Stream “I Just Might” now and stay tuned for more Notorious Mass Effect.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Dylan is out of town this week, so we are releasing this month's Bookender in the main feed. Bookenders is the once a month show were Justin and Dave Brown discuss an album through the lens of it's first and last song.This month we are talking about the debut full length from the post Gorilla Biscuits band, CIV. Set Your Goals was released in 1995 on Atlantic Records, and resulted in the minor hit "Can't Wait One Minute More". We are taking a look at the opening title track, as well as the stripped down closer "Don't Got to Prove It". All episodes of Bookenders are available for free at patreon.com/punklottopod and oklahomalefty.substack.comhttps://patreon.com/punklottopodhttps://oklahomalefty.substack.com/Call our voicemail line 202-688-PUNK or send us a voice note at punklottopod@gmail.com to get it played on the showJoin our new $5 Patreon Producer Tier to get your name said on the show every week. You also get access to a Producer exclusive monthly bonus episode discussing a different EP, and you get to vote in the poll that determines what EP we talk about that month.You can also join our $1 tier to get access to all of our weekly bonus audio. We also have a $10 tier where you get to choose the album we discuss on an episode - patreon.com/punklottopodMajor Awards EP - majorawards.bandcamp.comMerch Shop - redbubble.com/people/punk-lotto-pod/shopPodcast platforms and social media links at linktr.ee/punklottopodLeave us a review and rating on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.Song clips featured on this episode:intro / outro - Choices Made by CIVSet Your Goals by CIVDon't Got to Prove It by CIV
What happens when you sit down with an engineer who helped define multiple eras of music - from Foreigner to Timbaland - and he tells you the secret is still just listening for what feels good? Get access to FREE mixing mini-course: https://MixMasterBundle.com My guest today is Jimmy Douglass, legendary producer, mixer, and engineer whose career spans more than five decades. Jimmy began as a teenager at Atlantic Records in New York, making tape copies and quietly slipping into the back of sessions, where he learned by watching giants like Tom Dowd, Arif Mardin, and Jerry Wexler. He grew up in the era when you had to earn your way into the control room, and those lessons shaped everything that came after. Jimmy talked about working on classic records for Foreigner, including helping mix Follow You, Follow Me when Genesis was still emerging, and cutting his teeth editing music for radio versions - including early work on King Crimson. He also shared memories of the post-punk era, mixing records for Gang of Four and Television, including the iconic Marquee Moon, and how those productions influenced his sense of space, energy, and performance. Then Jimmy walked us into the world that many people know him for - his long-running creative partnership with Timbaland. He explained how Tim's rhythmic sensibility forced him to rethink timing, movement, and pocket, and stories of respectful sessions working with Snoop Dogg. We also talked about longevity: how Jimmy stays inspired, how he keeps reinventing himself, why he still chases accidents and surprises in the studio, and the challenge of balancing instinct with intention across 50 years of making records. If you love stories from inside the control room or want to understand how great mixers think, this episode is loaded with wisdom and wild history. https://metalliance.com/ https://www.sheencenter.org/events/detail/studio-confidential-1 THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS! http://UltimateMixingMasterclass.com https://usa.sae.edu/ https://www.izotope.com Use code ROCK10 to get 10% off! https://www.native-instruments.com Use code ROCK10 to get 10% off! https://www.adam-audio.com/ https://www.spectra1964.com https://gracedesign.com/ https://pickrmusic.com https://RecordingStudioRockstars.com/Academy https://www.thetoyboxstudio.com/ Listen to the podcast theme song "Skadoosh!" https://solo.to/lijshawmusic Listen to this guest's discography on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6voPl0icbbrLKCh7MqFiHe?si=7MKSFLWmT76HunqSyUQHLg If you love the podcast, then please leave a review: https://RSRockstars.com/Review CLICK HERE FOR COMPLETE SHOW NOTES AT: https://RSRoockstars.com/540
Saigon sits down with Ian Bick to tell the full story of his upbringing, how getting pulled into the streets and gangs led him down a path that ultimately landed him in New York State Prison, and the crime that changed his life forever. Saigon opens up about what surviving prison really took, how incarceration reshaped his mindset, and why he refused to glorify crime after his release. He breaks down how music became his way out, eventually signing with Atlantic Records, and working with Mark Wahlberg on Entourage. This is an honest conversation about prison survival, accountability, hip-hop, and building a future that doesn't lead back behind bars. _____________________________________________ #prisonstory #truecrime #prisonlife #statesprison #prisonsurvival #lockedin #realstories #rap _____________________________________________ Thank you to PRIZEPICKS for sponsoring this episode! Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/IANBICK and use code IANBICK and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! _____________________________________________ Connect with Saigon: https://www.instagram.com/saigontheicon/?hl=en Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Shop Locked In Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop _____________________________________________ Timestamps: 00:00 Prison vs the Streets: The Mindset That Changes Everything 02:00 Growing Up in New York: Family, Pressure & Environment 09:00 Music, Identity & Early Dreams 16:00 Teen Years in the Streets: How It Starts 24:00 First Arrests & Real Consequences 32:00 Chasing Reputation: Violence, Gangs & Image 39:00 Life on the Run & Finally Getting Caught 44:00 Inside the System: Rikers, Rockland & Prison Notoriety 50:00 Prison Reality: Gangs, Politics & Survival 58:00 The Turning Point: Mentors, Books & Mental Shift 01:04:00 Life After Prison: Music, Temptation & the Industry 01:13:00 Rejecting Gangster Rap & Choosing a Different Message 01:18:00 Acting, Entourage & Breaking Into Hollywood 01:23:00 Modern Rap, Violence & Where the Industry Went Wrong 01:32:00 Building a New Life: Music, Tech & Purpose 01:39:00 Final Advice to the Next Generation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Judson Spence (born in Pascagoula, Mississippi) is an American pop music singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist. He originally gained fame when he released his eponymously titled debut solo effort on Atlantic Records in 1988. The album was produced by Monroe Jones and David Tickle, and executive produced by future Interscope founder Jimmy Iovine.Although he had a top 40 hit with "Yeah, Yeah, Yeah" in 1988 and also had a minor hit with "Drift Away" from The Wonder Years soundtrack, Spence was dropped from Atlantic before completing his second album in 1991.After several years of struggle, Spence's composition "The Power" was covered by both Amy Grant and Cher and was also used for a national Century 21 advertising campaign. Subsequently, he recorded the indie release "painfaithjoy" in 1995.He performed with Trisha Yearwood on the Oscar nominated song "How Do I Live Without You" in 1997 and sang live with her on the American Music Awards, The Tonight Show, The Oscars, and the CMA Awards.In 1999, he released his third solo album in Japan, titled I Guess I Love It before his record label, Pioneer Music Group closed its doors. That album was produced by former Eagle Bernie Leadon. In 2000, he toured with Trisha Yearwood. The following year, Wynonna Judd cut Judson's song "New Day Dawning", and it became the title track to her album.In 2003, Spence released two albums: The Velvet Kitten Sessions, which was a mainstream collection, and Opus Dei, which was a religious-themed effort.In 2014, Spence filmed a movie about his life, Sing the Blues, that also featured his music.Now based in Birmingham, AL, Judson is constantly writing new music still.Theme song: “Hollywood Faded' by Luna Halo@treymitchellphotography @feeding_the_senses_unsensoredfacebook.com/profile.php?id=100074368084848www.threads.net/@treymitchellphotographyftsunashville@gmail.com
What happens when an Army Veteran and Atlantic Records percussionist spends 50 years tracking the unexplained? Join us on Untold Radio Network's Real American Monsters this Tuesday, 12/30/25 at 8 PM EST, and ring in the New Year as we sit down with Richard McCandlish. Richard's life is as diverse as it is mysterious, spanning with years of military service, a professional music career touring with major stars, and five decades of dedicated Bigfoot and paranormal research.In this episode, Richard shares how his background as a soldier and musician shaped his investigative eye. From his days behind the drum kit to life on a Harley-Davidson with his wife Diana, Richard has never stopped searching for the truth. Whether he's metal detecting or deep in the woods, his 50-year obsession with Sasquatch and the supernatural has led to incredible discoveries. Tune in for a fascinating journey through the music industry, military life, and the hunt for cryptids.Keywords: #Bigfoot #Paranormal #Veteran #AtlanticRecords #Sasquatch #RichardMcCandlish #RealAmerican Monsters #UntoldRadioNetwork
Johnny Brennan reveals how The Jerky Boys' underground cassette tapes became an American comedy phenomenon, spreading from NYC musicians to Howard Stern's radar before landing an Atlantic Records deal and finding success with voiceover work on Family Guy. Get yerself (or a friend) a Cameo holiday video from Johnny Brennan here Topics Include: Johnny Brennan reveals The Jerky Boys infiltrated American vocabulary for over five decades People still answer phones with "tough guy" and use Jerky Boys catchphrases daily Johnny started creating characters on tape for his brothers back in the 1960s Father's threat to "put boot in ass" drove kids to creative outdoor activities Nine-year-old Johnny was already doing fake sportscasting with neighborhood friends on tape Looking through Buy Lines magazine for trucks sparked idea to record prank calls First recordings made on boombox intended just for family gatherings upstate New York All characters based on real people: Frank Rizzo was Johnny's father's personality Sweet innocent voice character came directly from observing his mother's speaking style Friend Kamal discovered forgotten tapes and declared them funniest things he'd ever heard Kamal distributed copies to musician friends throughout NYC's Village music scene underground Tape trading exploded nationwide through word-of-mouth before internet or computers existed Howard Stern desperately searched on-air for mysterious Frank Rizzo character's true identity Atlantic Records' Ahmet Ertegun signed band after discovering underground cult phenomenon spreading Johnny's mom actually came up with "The Jerky Boys" name for the act Catchphrases like "sizzle chest" and "milky licker" were completely spontaneous during calls Johnny spent incredible week with Ozzy Osbourne filming The Jerky Boys movie Currently voices Mort Goldman on Family Guy for over twenty-one consecutive years Records at professional studio thirty seconds from home, works with hardcore bands Offers personalized Cameo messages, giving special shoutout to Australian fans after forty years High resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Apple: https://tinyurl.com/tvg-ios Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/tvg-spot Amazon Music: https://tinyurl.com/tvg-amazon Support the show at Patreon.com/VinylGuide
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El álbum sin título de Led Zeppelin (conocido coloquialmente como Led Zeppelin IV) es el cuarto álbum de estudio de la banda de rock Led Zeppelin, lanzado el 8 de noviembre de 1971 por Atlantic Records.[1]Fue producido por Jimmy Page, guitarrista de la banda, y grabado entre diciembre de 1970 y febrero de 1971. Contiene las canciones "Black Dog", "Rock and Roll" y "Stairway to Heaven" (este último nunca fue publicado como sencillo, sin embargo fue la más popular para el álbum).
Melbourne's low-key superstar Ben Abraham has written monster hits and performed at the GRAMMYs. He also started a tradition of wildly popular Christmas gigs co-starring his famous mates performing new music and classic carols. Find out more about The Front podcast here. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian’s app. The weekend edition of The Front is co-produced by Claire Harvey and Jasper Leak. The host is Claire Harvey. Audio production and editing by Jasper Leak who also composed our theme.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Show #1130 Honoring Steve Cropper 01. Mar-Keys - Last Night (2:40) (45 RPM Single, Satellite Records, 1961) 02. Booker T. & The MG's - Behave Yourself (3:58) (45 RPM Single, Stax Records, 1962) 03. Booker T. & The MG's - Green Onions (2:53) (45 RPM Single, Stax Records, 1962) 04. Roy Buchanan & Steve Cropper - Green Onions (8:07) (Loading Zone, Atlantic/Polydor Records, 1977) 05. Wilson Pickett - In The Midnight Hour (2:33) (45 RPM Single, Atlantic Records, 1965) 06. Eddie Floyd - Knock On Wood (3:02) (45 RPM Single, Stax Records, 1966) 07. Sam & Dave - Soothe Me (2:30) (Double Dynamite, Stax Records, 1966) 08. Johnnie Taylor - Who's Making Love (2:50) (45 RPM Single, Stax Records, 1968) 09. Steve Cropper - Funky Broadway (4:47) (With A Little Help From My Friends, Volt Records, 1969) 10. Steve Cropper - Playin' My Thang (4:46) (Playin' My Thang, MCA Records, 1981) 11. Steve Cropper - Hold Your Fire (5:03) (Night After Night, MCA Records, 1982) 12. Otis Redding - (Sittin' On) The Dock Of The Bay (2:45) (45 RPM Single, Volt Records, 1968) 13. Otis Redding - Nobody's Fault but Mine (2:22) (The Immortal Otis Redding, Atco Records, 1968) 14. Albert King - Drowning On Dry Land (Years Gone By, Stax Records, 1969) (3:55) 15. Steve Cropper, Pop Staples & Albert King - Homer's Theme (2:11) (Jammed Together, Stax Records, 1969) 16. Booker T. & The MG's - Time Is Tight (3:22) (45 RPM Single, Stax Records, 1969) 17. Booker T. & The MG's - Time Is Tight (4:56) (Up Tight, Stax Records, 1969) 18. Steve Cropper & Felix Cavaliere - One Of Those Days (4:23) (Nudge It Up A Notch, Stax Records, 2008) 19. Steve Cropper (ft. Sharon Jones) - Messin' Up (3:04) (Dedicated, 429 Records, 2011) 20. Jimmy Barnes - I Worship The Ground You Walk On (3:57) (Soul Searchin', Liberation Music, 2016) 21. Steve Cropper - Out Of Love (3:42) (Fire It Up, Provogue Records, 2021) 22. Ann-Margret - Son Of A Preacher Man (2:12) (Born To Be Wild, Cleopatra Records, 2023) 23. Steve Cropper & The Midnight Hour - I'll Take Tomorrow (4:12) (Friendlytown, Provogue Records, 2024) 24. Steve Cropper & Felix Cavaliere - Do It Like This (2:59) (Midnight Flyer, Stax Records, 2010) Bandana Blues is and will always be a labor of love. Please help Spinner deal with the costs of hosting & bandwidth. Visit www.bandanablues.com and hit the tipjar. Any amount is much appreciated, no matter how small. Thank you.
Ruthie Foster joins me on the show this week. I first met Ruthie about 20 years ago, when we were both playing at a Canadian folk festival. We had a few workshops together and really hit it off. She's one of the most incredible singers I've ever heard - so powerful and soulful, but also totally open to jamming and opening things up in a cool way. We re-connected this summer at the Vancouver Folk Festival and had a blast playing together again after all those years.Ruthie is a Grammy Award- winning recording artist (among many other awards!) who has an incredible new album out on Sun Records that she made here in Nashville with Tyler Bryant called “Mileage” - be sure to check it out! Ruthie came up singing in the church, performing all over Texas, and then had a stint in New York when she got signed to Atlantic Records. That didn't really pan out and Ruthie stepped back from music for a while, joined the Navy, which led to joining the Navy band, which sort of got her back into performing music. After her time in the Navy, Ruthie re-committed to music and started releasing her first solo albums, of which she now has 11 or 12 out since about 1997. They're all excellent, and Ruthie has always stayed true to her roots of blues, soul, gospel, folk and rock & roll. I got a chance to spend a bit of time with her here in Nashville during the Americanafest this year, and it was so great to hear her tell her story about her ineteresting path in the music world.You can get all Ruthie's current info and her busy tour schedule over at www.ruthiefoster.comPlease enjoy my conversation with Ruthie Foster!This season is brought to you by our main sponsors Larivée Guitars, Audeze, Izotope, FabFilter, and Chase Bliss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In celebration of the deluxe edition of Foreigner's fourth album, 4, we take a detailed look at how it was made. After Mick Jones broke into the music industry as a session musician while playing in multiple bands, including Spooky Tooth, he envisioned starting a new project for the songs he was writing. He recruited musicians Ian McDonald, Dennis Elliott, Al Greenwood and Ed Gagliardi before turning his attention to finding the right lead singer for the band. After recalling meeting Lou Gramm when he was the singer of the Rochester, New York band Black Sheep, Jones asked Gramm to audition in New York City. Gramm was immediately hired and the lineup was complete. They signed a deal with Atlantic Records and released their self-titled debut album in 1977, which became a big success. Their second album, Double Vision, was released in 1978 and continued their run of hit singles. For their third album, Head Games, they clashed with producer Roy Thomas Baker and the album was not as successful as the first two. Rick Wills had taken over on bass at this point and after Head Games, they decided to let go of Ian McDonald and Al Greenwood to become a four-piece. They hired producer Mutt Lange and began recording at Electric Lady Studios. Foreigner 4 was eventually released in 1981. In this episode, Lou Gramm shares stories of growing up in Rochester, getting to see artists like Jimi Hendrix and the Rolling Stones, which went on to inspire his lyrics for “Jukebox Hero.” He describes this turning point moment for the band when they wanted to update their sound and image for the 1980s. By paring down to a four-piece and bringing in outside musicians like Thomas Dolby on synthesizers, they forged a new path forward for the band. With the help of producer Mutt Lange, they were able to focus on crafting a tight set of rock songs while exploring new sonic territory with songs like “Waiting for a Girl Like You” and “Urgent.” From long hours and late nights in the studio, to Mutt Lange's perfectionist tendencies, to Thomas Dolby's art rock approach, to Mick Jones falling in love with synthesizers, to spontaneously recruiting Junior Walker for a saxophone solo, to a mysterious muse in the studio while recording “Waiting for a Girl Like You,” to both Foreigner and Mutt Lange at the height of their powers, we'll hear the stories of how the album came together.
The JBP kicks off its latest episode with a recap of Marc Lamont Hill's Friendsgiving which included a spades game against Joe (11:04); before each member discusses their plans this holiday season (42:50). Shedeur Sanders is the first Browns QB since 1999 to win his first career start (1:03:11), the room reacts to Juelz Santana's comments about math vs. reading for the youth (1:15:18), plus Joe makes a phone call to Maino (1:26:20). Campbell's Soup executive called its products food for 'poor people' (1:38:11), the state of The Need to Know Podcast (1:44:52), the Cash Money Reunion Tour (2:12:24), and Marc gives shares the news of legends we lost in the past week (2:33:26). Also, the cast reacts to the viral clip of a sidechick jumping into the casket at a funeral (2:38:27), Mario gets groped during a concert (2:54:12), Lil Uzi Vert leaves Atlantic Records (3:06:46), the Do's and Dont's on Thanksgiving (3:34:27), and much more! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: http://www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | Mario - "Still In Love" Ice | Don Trip - "Walk 'Em Down" Parks | De La Soul (feat. Black Thought) - "EN EFF" Ish | Symba & Dr. Clips - "I AM" Marc | Noname (feat. Devin Morrison) - "Hundred Acres"
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/AnalyticJoin The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K Analytic Dreamz dives deep into Lil Uzi Vert's monumental shift to full independence after fulfilling the Atlantic Records contract with Eternal Atake 2 (Nov 2024, Billboard 200 #3 debut). Now distributed, managed, and published exclusively through Roc Nation, Uzi joins an ultra-elite circle alongside only Jay-Z and Rihanna. Roc Nation President Krystian Santini hails Uzi as a “global icon” granted complete creative control with maximum resources.The new era launched with a surprise two-pack drop: morning single “Chanel Boy” (prod. ZeeGoinXrazy) – a high-synth Eternal Atake throwback dripping in Chanel luxury references – paired with a gritty NYC video featuring helicopters, Black SUVs, and full designer flex. Hours later came “Relevant” (prod. Trillion & Rima), a red-bandana Balenciaga statement reasserting dominance with immediate visual accompaniment.Analytic Dreamz breaks down the full 2025 context: Uzi's low-profile year, cleared sexual harassment lawsuit (dismissed with prejudice), and the active $110M copyright case over “Just Wanna Rock” claiming 93–97% melodic similarity to Rief Rawyal's “Pain and Pleasure.”This segment analyzes how Uzi's Roc-backed independence creates one of rap's most powerful artist-business structures, signals a return to beloved spacey sonics, and kicks off a new rollout era with unstoppable momentum. Essential listening for Uzi fans and hip-hop business observers.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
In this episode, we speak with Brenda Bergen, the art director behind Talk on Corners, about her creative journey and the story of shaping one of The Corrs' most iconic visual eras.Brenda shares the path that led from graduate school in the Midwest to New York's entertainment industry, working with Vibe magazine, VH1, and MTV, before joining Atlantic Records as an art director.She explains the role of art direction in music, which includes building the band's “brand”, to capturing the essence of an album through imagery, design, and visual storytelling.We hear the story behind the artwork for Talk on Corners: scouting Dublin locations, assembling a creative team, and collaborating with photographers Damien and Layla of Blinkk, whose layered, dreamlike imagery helped define the album's look. Brenda discusses working with the band and management to shape the final cover, how different versions evolved and the balancing act between creative vision and commercial direction. It's a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at how Talk on Corners's visual identity was created.To view the early concepts for the cover artwork click HEREBrenda was kind enough to look through her journals from 1997 and found the dates for the photo shoot for the album cover shot in Ireland between May 29th - June 3rd, 1997.To see polaroids of Andrea taken during the photoshoot please follow the link HEREThe later PR Photoshoot in L.A. was shot on July 24th 1997 and yet more shots were taken on Sept 14th 1997.For a more visual understanding of how Brenda adapted the fonts 'Osprey' and 'Entropy' to create the Talk on Corners era logo, click HEREAt 00:24:50 you can hear a clip of the demo of the song 'When He's Not Around'.At 00:41:37 you can hear a clip of the early mix for the song 'Intimacy'.Brenda mentioned a photo of her with the band which can be seen HEREBrenda now runs Wink Design. More examples of the work from the wonderful photographers Damien and Leila, who shot the cover of the album, can be seen on their website: damienleiladeblinkk.comSpecial thanks to Shiela Oliveros for laying out the font progression image shared with this episode. Find her incredible work on Instagram via @shielaoliveros / @thehardcorrfansThis work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.CorrsCast.comInstagramTwitterFacebookDiscordPatreon#CorrsCast on social media.#TheCorrsPlease subscribe, rate and review CorrsCast on iTunes or a platform of your choosing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Show #1127 Problem Solved 01. Altered Five Blues Band - I Got It Good (4:17) (Hammer & Chisel, Blind Pig Records, 2025) 02. Cat Lee King & his Cocks - Sweet Love (3:21) (Shootin' Crap, Rhythm Bomb Records, 2025) 03. Danny Marks - Please Mr. Conductor (3:19) (Single, Cabbagetunes, 2025) 04. Top Jimmy & the Rhythm Pigs - Obviously Five Believers [1987] (2:18) (Pigus Drunkus Maximus, Blind Owl Records, 2025) 05. 11 Guys Quartet - Off the Rails (2:56) (Single, VizzTone Records, 2025) 06. The Kokomo Kings - At The Graveyard (3:15) (Turbomouth, Rhythm Bomb Records, 2025) 07. The Commoners - Just Watch Me (4:23) (Single, Gypsy Soul Records, 2025) 08. Greg Nagy - Between The Darkness And The Light (3:28) (Just A Little More Time, self-release, 2025) 09. June Sixteen - Black Stone (3:52) (Single, Diaz Records, 2025) 10. Alastair Greene - Trouble At Your Door (3:17) (Live In Sin City EP, Ruf Records, 2025) 11. Mick Clarke - Resting Place (3:55) (Resting Place - The EP, Rockfold Records, 2025) 12. Lloyd Spiegel - Alligator Shoes (3:05) (Single, self-release, 2025) 13. Orphan Jon & The Abandoned - Tight Dress (3:38) (Reckless Abandon Vol II, Vintage LaNell Records, 2025) 14. Eric Bibb - Muddy Waters (2:41) (One Mississippi, Repute Records, 2026) 15. Matthew Patrick & the Damn Good Blues Band - Love Your Brother (4:26) (Authentico, self-release, 2025) 16. Connolly Hayes - Tired Of This Love (5:38) (Remember Me, Self-release, 2024) 17. Sonny Gullage - Worried About The Young (3:14) (Go Be Free, Blind Pig Records, 2024) 18. The Yardbirds - Over Under Sideways Down (2:31) (45 RPM Single, Columbia Records, 1966) 19. In-Sect - Over Under Sideways Down (2:29) (A-Sides, W&G Records, 1966) 20. The Leathercoated Minds - Over Under Sideways Down (2:13) (A Trip Down The Sunset Strip, Viva Records, 1967) 21. Manster - Over, Under, Sideways, Down (4:17) (Live at CBGB's-The Home Of Underground Rock, Atlantic Records, 1976) 22. Boiled In Lead - Over Under Sideways Down (2:38) (Boiled In Lead, The Crack Records, 1985) 23. Brothers Of The Baladi - Over Under Sideways Down (2:16) (Heart Of The Beast, self-release, 1998) 24. John Scofield - Over Under Sideways Down (6:51) (Freeway Jam To Beck And Back, Mascot Records, 2007) Bandana Blues is and will always be a labor of love. Please help Spinner deal with the costs of hosting & bandwidth. Visit www.bandanablues.com and hit the tipjar. Any amount is much appreciated, no matter how small. Thank you.
This episode of Across The Margin : The Podcast features an interview with bassist/producer Mocean Worker (aka Adam Dorn) and pianist/composer Joe Alterman, who have come together for Keep The Line Open, a funky, feel-good tribute to the late soul jazz legend Les McCann. Keep The LIne Open remarkably taps into the genre-blurring spirit that defined McCann's music, as well as his influence on Joe and Adam. Both Joe and Adam called Les McCann a friend, collaborator, and mentor. Joe was a devotee of Les who had the rare opportunity to open for his hero, and later craft songs with him. Adam met Les through his dad, Joel Dorn, who produced several Les records for Atlantic Records, including the iconic Swiss Movement. Adam and Joe created Keep The Line Open by melding sampling with live instrumentation to pay homage to an era when the groove reigned supreme and the vibe was decidedly danceable. It's a super fun and funky sonic journey designed to sound like it was captured at a jazz club circa 1964. Learn all about it and more in this episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Interview by Haze / mike_tall We recently sat down with Jacksonville artist Baby Soulja for an exclusive “Off The Porch” interview! During our conversation he talked about coming home a few months ago, reveals where he was mentally during his most recent sentence, explains what kept him positive & motivated while locked up, explains why he hasn't dropped any music since he came home, his fans holding him down, sitting down for over 2 years fighting a m*rder charge, his experience growing up in Jacksonville, the violence in his city, playing sports as a kid, jumping off the porch, rapping since a kid, manifesting being a popular rapper, his mom supporting him pursuing music, his first time being posted on Worldstar, switching up his subject matter, explains how Boosie ended up getting on his song “Dirty”, the music video blowing up, signing with Atlantic Records, working with Kodak Black on “Average”, making “Facing 10” w/ PC Tweezie, his song “Perfect Timing”, his thoughts on the music scene in Florida right now, helping shine light on the Jacksonville music scene, his thoughts on courts using rappers' lyrics in criminal cases, his growth as an artist, being open to signing with a label again, shares advice to the youth, and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
durée : 00:25:15 - Marc Cerrone, compositeur et musicien (3/5) - par : Laurent Valière - Après le succès mondial de son disque Love in C Minor (1976), qui s'est vendu à plus de 3 millions d'exemplaires, Marc Cerrone s'installe aux États-Unis. Il découvre l'effervescence des clubs new-yorkais et signe chez Atlantic Records... - réalisé par : Pierre Willer Vous aimez ce podcast ? Pour écouter tous les autres épisodes sans limite, rendez-vous sur Radio France.
Welcome back to Bringin' It Backwards, the podcast where rising and legendary artists share their real stories and spill the secrets behind their journeys to stardom. In this episode, Adam welcomes back singer-songwriter Cate Turner for an unprecedented fourth appearance—making her the reigning record holder for most visits to the show! Cate first joined us in 2021, and since then, her story has been anything but stagnant. We pick right up where we left off, diving into the whirlwind of the last few years: the release of her two-part EP, the deeply personal aftermath of losing her father, her transition from a major label to full independence, and how all of that shaped her music and identity as an artist. With Cate's signature honesty and humor, she talks about the reality of leaving Atlantic Records—what it means to no longer have the safety net (and, yes, the “Amex-wielding father” label experience), and the freeing but terrifying process of steering her own ship. Cate opens up about finding her confidence as an independent artist, the strategy behind splitting her album into two EPs, and the challenges of writing and releasing music after such a loss. We get into the nitty gritty—how she decided which songs went where, the vulnerable themes in tracks like “I Might,” and why fan connection at live shows means more than any streaming statistic. Cate also shares her no-nonsense advice for aspiring artists: get out of your own head and trust yourself, even when everything feels uncertain. If you're an independent musician, someone who's gone through loss, or just a fan of Cate's refreshingly self-aware songwriting, you won't want to miss this conversation. So, tune in, hear Cate drop some real talk, and let her story inspire your own journey. And as always, be sure to subscribe, follow @BringinBackPOD, and check out the full episode wherever you get your podcasts.
Air Week: October 20-26, 2025 Atlantic Records, Pt. 14 – Cat Records Atlantic Records was the most influential, significant and important independent record label to come out of the late-1940s, during a time when there were many great, small indie labels being born. What gave Atlantic the advantage over Specialty, Chess, Modern, Vee-Jay, Exclusive, King, […]
From writing diss tracks in high school to racking up over 150 million streams on Spotify, Chri$tian Gate$ has carved out a lane of his own in the music world—powered by authenticity and a bit of bravado. On this episode of Bringin' it Backwards, Adam and Tera Lisicky take you backstage with Chri$tian as he shares how a childhood surrounded by music transformed into a songwriting obsession, and why building drama in school actually helped get his music heard. Chri$tian gets real about creating viral moments on TikTok, the keys to turning fleeting attention into loyal fans, and the relentless hustle behind breakthrough hits like “Numb” and his remix of “Overwhelmed.” He opens up about navigating the business side of things—including the tough lessons learned from early label deals—and what it means to own your artistry as an independent musician. Listen in for the story behind his upcoming debut album “No Strings Attached,” why he's always chasing growth, and the advice he'd give anyone who wants to make it in music: use YouTube, surround yourself with people who push you, and make music that means something to you first. Subscribe to Bringin' it Backwards and hear the full conversation, plus inspiring stories from more legendary and rising artists! Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0jmerkZAaeUZYDv0xPIB1A/join We want to hear from you! Please email YT@BringinitBackwards.com. https://www.bringinitbackwards.com/ • Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/BiBYouTubeSubscribe • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bringinbackpod • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bringinbackpod/ • Twitter: https://twitter.com/BringinBackPOD • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BringinItBackwards/ • Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bringinbackpod • Follow our Podcast: https://www.bringinitbackwards.com/follow/ #BringinBackPOD #music #interviews #shorts #zoom
Los Angeles-based engineer, producer, and writer who has worked with top companies such as Atlantic Records, Sony Music, Interscope, and Spotify, as well as household names such as John Mayer and Gwen Stefani. She has done everything from play drums as she approached her teen years to, more recently, giveaways, raffles, seminars/workshops, and live stream reviews, and even sold her sound kits, and offer her services to help set up home studios, and she even offers remote video consultations.
John is joined by Hayley Williams and producer Daniel James to discuss how they wrote and recorded the album ‘Ego Death At A Bachelorette Party'. Hayley Williams is an American pop-punk and rock musician. She began writing songs in her early teens, signing a deal with Atlantic Records at just 15 years old. The label wanted her to be a solo artist, but Hayley had other ideas, instead forming the band Paramore with three school friends. Paramore released their first album ‘All We Know Is Falling' when Hayley was still only 16. They quickly built a loyal fanbase as audiences resonated with the energy and passion in their music. The band went on to release five more albums and win numerous awards including three Grammys. In 2020 Hayley released her first, highly acclaimed solo album ‘Petals for Armor'. Sophomore album ‘FLOWERS for VASES/descansos' followed in 2021 to further critical praise. ‘Ego Death At A Bachelorette Party', released in August this year on Hayley's own label Post Atlantic, is her third collaboration with musician, producer and longtime friend Daniel James. In this episode, Hayley and Daniel sit down with John at Platoon Studios to discuss how it felt setting out to record songs without an album in mind, how writing solo music differs from writing for Paramore for Hayley, the record's diverse influences, the vocal recording techniques they used and much more. Tracks discussed: Kill Me, Love Me Different, Parachute TAPE IT Thanks to our friends at Tape It for supporting the podcast. Visit tape.it/tapenotes or use the promo code TAPENOTES in the app to get 20% off. LANDR Get 20% off LANDR Distribution and Studio at landr.com/tapenotes MUSIVERSAL Skip the waitlist and get your discount HERE LISTEN to ‘Ego Death At A Bachelorette Party' here: Ego Death At A Bachelorette Party by Hayley Williams LINKS TO EVERYTHING TAPE NOTES linktr.ee/tapenotes Intro Music - Sunshine Buddy, Laurel Collective GEAR MENTIONS Portal - granular synthesis engine Apple Logic Pro Apple Logic Pro Retrosynth (stock plugin) Arturia Mellotron Stellar Echo SD-201 Valhalla VintageVerb UAD Capitol Chambers Soundtoys Phase Mistress Remo drums Output Arcade Soundtoys Microshift Neural DSP Shure SM7 mic Neumann U67 mic Avid Pro Tools Studio Taylor GS Mini acoustic guitar Gibson Les Paul Junior 1959 Thermal by Output Fender Rhodes electric piano plugin Teletone Roland Juno 106 Akai MPC 3000 Splice sample library Astra by Splice E-Bow for guitar Neve 1073LB UAD Urei 1176 Korg MS20 Sequential Circuits Prophet 5 OUR GEAR https://linktr.ee/tapenotes_ourgear HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW If you'd like to help support the show you can join us on Patreon, where among many things you can access full length videos of most new episodes, ad-free episodes and detailed gear list breakdowns. KEEP UP TO DATE For behind the scenes photos and the latest updates, make sure to follow us on: Instagram: @tapenotes YouTube: Tape Notes Podcast Patreon: Tape Notes Discord: Tape Notes To let us know the artists you'd like to hear, slide into our DMs, message us on Patreon, send us an email or even a letter. We'd love to hear! Visit our website to join our mailing list: www.tapenotes.co.uk
Air Week: October 13-19, 2025 Atlantic Records, Pt. 13 – ATCO Records Atlantic Records was the most influential, significant and important independent record label to come out of the late-1940s, during a time when there were many great, small indie labels being born. What gave Atlantic the advantage over Specialty, Chess, Modern, Vee-Jay, Exclusive, King, […]
Air Week: October 6-12, 2025 Atlantic Records, Pt. 12 – 1957 Atlantic Records was the most influential, significant and important independent record label to come out of the late-1940s, during a time when there were many great, small indie labels being born. What gave Atlantic the advantage over Specialty, Chess, Modern, Vee-Jay, Exclusive, King, etc […]
As teenagers, The Wolf & Action Jackson dreamed of seeing Led Zeppelin live. However, the boys came of age in the 1980s after the band had broken up following the death of John Bonham. They were forced to live with ill-fated one-off reunions like Live Aid, Atlantic Records 40th and Knebworth. While they jumped at the chance to see Page/Plant in the mid-90s doing reworked versions of Zeppelin classics, they knew it would never be the same as a proper Led Zeppelin concert back in the day. On this 27th edition of First Concert Memories, the monthly sidecast from the hosts of The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock Podcast, the boys are psyched to speak with Tony Michaelides. Tony had the rare privilege to see Led Zeppelin as a teenager in Manchester right before they blasted their way to superstardom. He tells the story of Robert Plant inviting him backstage to meet the rest of the guys in the band after the show and how having a signed Zeppelin poster made him the talk of the school yard that next week. However, this was actually just the beginning of Tony going backstage and interacting with artists as he would eventually have a 4 decade career in the music biz working with such luminaries as David Bowie, Peter Gabriel, Steve Winwood and more. Tony has gone on to write books about his experience in the industry and hosts a podcast, Moments That Rock, which share some of his amazing stories from over the years. We may not always be able to keep him on point but we do talk a bit about the show, Zeppelin's place in history and how the industry has changed over the years. A fun chat with a true rock veteran! Check out our new website: Ugly American Werewolf in London Website Twitter Threads Instagram YouTube LInkTree www.pantheonpodcasts.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/AnalyticJoin The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0KIgnite the inferno of redemption as Analytic Dreamz unleashes a fiery reaction to the Hazbin Hotel Season 2 Official Trailer on Prime Video. Dropped October 1, 2025, this explosive two-minute showcase heralds the eight-episode sophomore run premiering October 29 with a double-drop, followed by weekly pairs through November 19. Creator Vivienne Medrano ramps up the chaos post-Season 1's angelic showdown: Charlie Morningstar (Erika Henningsen) rebuilds her Hazbin Hotel amid thriving sinner ranks, but overlord Vox (Christian Borle) schemes a media-fueled uprising against Heaven, rallying The Vees—Velvette (Lilli Cooper) and Valentino (Joel Perez)—to sabotage her demon rehab dream.Analytic Dreamz dissects the trailer's hellish highlights: Alastor's (Alex Brightman) shadowy manipulations from his Season 1 "death," Vaggie's (Stephanie Beatriz) fierce loyalty clashing with Lute's (Jessica Vosk) vengeful Exorcist return, and Angel Dust's (Blake Roman) raw vulnerability in Husk's (Keith David) reluctant rescues. Musical mayhem steals the spotlight with the debut single "Hazbin Guarantee (Trust Us)," a satirical banger teasing Broadway-caliber numbers from the full soundtrack—pre-order now via Atlantic Records—blending dark humor, explosive combat, and emotional fractures like Lucifer's (Jeremy Jordan) paternal strains and Sir Pentious' heavenly enigma. New voices amplify the ensemble: Patrick Stump as Abel, Darren Criss, and Shoba Narayan, expanding the Hellaverse ties to Helluva Boss.Does this trailer promise amplified stakes—Vox's power grab igniting Hell-Heaven war, deeper lore on Overlords and Exterminations—or risk diluting Charlie's optimistic core amid gore and gags? Analytic Dreamz probes fan theories on Alastor's survival, redemption arcs' viability, and if A24's animation elevates the musical satire beyond pilot hype. For Hazbin Hotel Season 2 trailer breakdowns, Prime Video animated series reactions, Vivienne Medrano updates, and adult musical analyses, this segment is your sinful essential. Subscribe to Notorious Mass Effect for more Analytic Dreamz descents into worlds where damnation dances with hope. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Air Week: September 29-October 5, 2025 Atlantic Records, Pt. 11 – 1956 Atlantic Records was the most influential, significant and important independent record label to come out of the late-1940s, during a time when there were many great, small indie labels being born. What gave Atlantic the advantage over Specialty, Chess, Modern, Vee-Jay, Exclusive, King, […]
Offering a perspective of hope and unity, Danny Goldberg and Raghu Markus explore morality, polarization, and how negative media drives collective anxiety.Pre-order Danny's upcoming book, Liberals with Attitude: The Rodney King Beating and the Fight for the Soul of Los AngelesThis time on Mindrolling, Raghu and Danny discuss:The uproar surrounding the brutal beating of Rodney King by the L.A. policeSeeing history as the study of change, and looking into how history impacts our lives todayHow the human condition largely remains the same century after centuryThe inner conflict between morals: choosing what is right vs. what feels safeBuilding bridges by connecting over universal human values instead of polarizing politicsHealing our felt sense of separation by remembering that we are all interconnectedThose who feel they are losing power when others make progressThe seduction of negative news media and how it feeds collective anxiety and divisionFinding perspective by remembering that every era faces troubling timesConsidering the Sermon on the Mount as a moral compassLearning to honor fear without being a slave to it Click HERE to pre-order There is No Other by Ram Dass, with contributions from Sharon Salzberg, Jack Kornfield, and more. About Danny Goldberg:Danny Goldberg is an author and music executive who has spent decades in the business. As a manager, Danny's clients included Bonnie Raitt, Nirvana, The Allman Brothers Band, and Sonic Youth. As a label executive he was President of Atlantic Records, and Chairman of Warner Bros Records and the Mercury Records Group – among others. Danny Goldberg's previous books include Bloody Crossroads 2020: Art, Entertainment and Resistance to Trump, Serving The Servant: Remembering Kurt Cobain, How The Left Lost Teen Spirit, Bumping Into Geniuses: My Life Inside The Rock and Roll Business and In Search of The Lost Chord: 1967 and the Hippie Idea. Learn more about Danny and his work HERE.Check out the article Culture, Empathy and Resistance by Danny Goldberg and the book NEXUS by Yuval Noah Harari“People always say to me, ‘It's never been this way'. That's just absolutely not true. We had slavery in this country. Women couldn't vote until 1920. Homosexuality, you could still go to jail up until the 60s for it. The AIDS epidemic during the Reagan period. Not to mention human history, the Crusades, and the Holocaust. There have been many, many dreadful times.'” – Danny GoldbergSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/AnalyticJoin The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K Notorious Mass Effect: Cardi B's Am I the Drama? Sophomore Album Comeback BreakdownDelve into Cardi B's triumphant return with Am I the Drama? on this Notorious Mass Effect segment from Analytic Dreamz. Seven years after her Grammy-winning debut Invasion of Privacy (2018), the 23-track sophomore drops September 19, 2025, via Atlantic Records, blending blunt confidence, playful wit, and sharp bravado amid public scrutiny. Themes tackle drama head-on, inspired by Cardi's real-life chaos—from her fourth pregnancy announcement (first with Stefon Diggs, New England Patriots WR) to a September 2025 courtroom win dismissing an assault lawsuit from a security guard.Family spotlight: With ex Offset, daughters Kulture (7), Blossom (1), son Wave (4); Diggs has daughter Nova (b. 2016). Star-studded features include Janet Jackson (historic generational collab on “Principal”), Lizzo (“What's Goin On”), Selena Gomez (“Pick It Up”), Megan Thee Stallion (“WAP”), Kehlani (“Safe”), Summer Walker (“Dead,” “Shower Tears”), Tyla (“Nice Guy”), Cash Cobain (“Better Than You”), and Lourdiz (“On My Back”). Standouts: Hard-hitting “Outside” (lead single, June 20, 2025, viral Hot 100 top-10), radio-ready “Imaginary Playerz” (August 15 single), and “Safe” (third single drop).Controversy brews over including old hits “WAP” (8x Platinum) and “Up” (2x Platinum)—Cardi clapped back on X in June 2025: “WAP and Up are two of my biggest songs, they deserve a home… Now let them eat cake. Go cry about it!!!” Rollout vibes: Washington Heights “Bodega Baddie” pop-up (September 13), U.S. meet-and-greet tour (September 19-25), subway skits, and street sales echoing her Bronx roots.Cultural quake: Positions Cardi as self-aware icon, shrugging sophomore slump with assured mid-section fire (per Clash). Critics praise seamless old-new integration. Caps with Little Miss Drama Tour—her first arena run, 30+ dates starting February 11, 2026, in Palm Desert, CA, hitting LA, Chicago, NYC, Toronto, ending April 2026 in Atlanta, GA. Analytic Dreamz unpacks milestones, collabs, singles, and narrative spectacle in Cardi's bold 2025-26 era.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/AnalyticJoin The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0KNotorious Mass Effect: Cardi B's Am I the Drama? Sophomore Album Comeback BreakdownDelve into Cardi B's triumphant return with Am I the Drama? on this Notorious Mass Effect segment from Analytic Dreamz. Seven years after her Grammy-winning debut Invasion of Privacy (2018), the 23-track sophomore drops September 19, 2025, via Atlantic Records, blending blunt confidence, playful wit, and sharp bravado amid public scrutiny. Themes tackle drama head-on, inspired by Cardi's real-life chaos—from her fourth pregnancy announcement (first with Stefon Diggs, New England Patriots WR) to a September 2025 courtroom win dismissing an assault lawsuit from a security guard.Family spotlight: With ex Offset, daughters Kulture (7), Blossom (1), son Wave (4); Diggs has daughter Nova (b. 2016). Star-studded features include Janet Jackson (historic generational collab on “Principal”), Lizzo (“What's Goin On”), Selena Gomez (“Pick It Up”), Megan Thee Stallion (“WAP”), Kehlani (“Safe”), Summer Walker (“Dead,” “Shower Tears”), Tyla (“Nice Guy”), Cash Cobain (“Better Than You”), and Lourdiz (“On My Back”). Standouts: Hard-hitting “Outside” (lead single, June 20, 2025, viral Hot 100 top-10), radio-ready “Imaginary Playerz” (August 15 single), and “Safe” (third single drop).Controversy brews over including old hits “WAP” (8x Platinum) and “Up” (2x Platinum)—Cardi clapped back on X in June 2025: “WAP and Up are two of my biggest songs, they deserve a home… Now let them eat cake. Go cry about it!!!” Rollout vibes: Washington Heights “Bodega Baddie” pop-up (September 13), U.S. meet-and-greet tour (September 19-25), subway skits, and street sales echoing her Bronx roots.Cultural quake: Positions Cardi as self-aware icon, shrugging sophomore slump with assured mid-section fire (per Clash). Critics praise seamless old-new integration. Caps with Little Miss Drama Tour—her first arena run, 30+ dates starting February 11, 2026, in Palm Desert, CA, hitting LA, Chicago, NYC, Toronto, ending April 2026 in Atlanta, GA. Analytic Dreamz unpacks milestones, collabs, singles, and narrative spectacle in Cardi's bold 2025-26 era.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
En este episodio de Café en Mano Podcast, converso con Hernán Ayala Tirado, artista gráfico y fundador de Unapproved Studio. Hernán nos cuenta su recorrido desde sus inicios en el graffiti y el diseño inspirado por la cultura skate, hasta trabajar en MTV, diseñar para Atlantic Records y colaborar con artistas locales e internacionales como Ile, Pink Pablo y Buscabulla.Hablamos sobre su paso por la escena underground de Nueva York, cómo llegó a trabajar con Bad Bunny en su merch, la residencia y el proyecto de Plaza, y el famoso "Bad Bunny Effect". También exploramos la importancia del networking, cómo poner precio a tu trabajo como freelancer, y el balance entre pasión y sostenibilidad.