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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/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

Las canciones que siguen llegando de las miles de canciones nuevas diarias. Novedades que se dice. Figuras consagradas - The Delines, Glen Hansard, Bruce Hornsby, Mamas Gun, Judith Owen… Y grandes talentos más contemporáneos si cabe: Luis Fercán, Myles Smith, Noha Khan, Baby Rose… Alberto Ballesteros.DISCO 1 STRINGS FROM PARIS DJ Got Us Falling In Love (BRIDGERTON SEASON FOUR)DISCO 2 1000 RABBITS Virgin SoilDISCO 3 SKIP MARLEY One LoveDISCO 4 GLEN HANSARD Didn't He RambleDISCO 5 THE DELINES The Meter Keeps TickingDISCO 6 MYLES SMITH Drive Safe (feat. Niall Horan)DISCO 7 BRUCE HORNSBY Indigo ParkDISCO 8 NOHA KAHAN The Great DivideDISCO 9 LUIS FERCÁN Al Otro LadoDISCO 10 ALBERT BALLESTEROS Si veo que me animoDISCO 11 SHA LA DAS If You Want You Can Be My_GirlDISCO 12 BABY ROSE Friends Again (feat. Leon Thomas)DISCO 13 MAMAS GUNN Dig! (featuring Brian Jackson)Escuchar audio

In this episode of Can We Talk R&B, Ian Von sits down with 18-year-old R&B phenom JAYDON, signed to Usher and L.A. Reid, with a #1 record and a co-sign from Chris Brown. He talks about his journey from gospel roots to rising star, the grind behind getting signed, mentorship from industry legends, and his latest music including “Flamed Up” and “Lullaby.” Plus, live vocals and real talk on faith, focus, and being called the future of R&B.

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Each and every Friday night at 11pm, live and direct on 106.5 The Beat, In The Streets Mixtape show elevates by delivering the art of djing along with bringing mixtape energy into the radio format. Listen to one of the hottest mixshow in the country on FM airwaves with Dj Infamous playing new music and exclusives from major and unsigned artists within Hip-Hop, R&B, Dancehall, Afrobeats. New music from Ty Dolla $ign and Leon Thomas on a track together, Sexyy Red featuring Key Glock, Tory Lanez, Central Cee, Ye's daughter North West, Don Toliver, J.Cole, Compton Av down to the hottest dancehall riddim WYFL Instagram : @infamousthedj & @itsmixshow

Wale pulls up on DJ Pup Dawg to break down his latest album, Everything Is A Lot. In this candid session, they talk about the four-year process behind the project, the "fake toxic" energy of modern dating, and why Wale thinks listening to your own music is "psychotic." From Grammy red carpet moments to the power of nostalgia and industry validation, Wale keeps it 100 on his legacy and the drive that’s taking him back to the Grammys next year.In the second part of this deep dive, Wale and DJ Pup Dawg get into the specific vibes of the new album, Everything Is A Lot, including the standout Leon Thomas collab "Watching Us". The conversation shifts to Wale’s evolution in the industry—from the MMG era to his current status—and why he’s finally prioritizing his own creative peace over label politics. Wale also shows love to his Boston fanbase, looking ahead to his headlining show at the House of Blues this June and explaining why the city’s energy always brings out a different side of his performance. It’s a raw, unfiltered look at one of the game's most consistent lyricists as he prepares to take this new chapter on the road.Listen to DJ Pup Dawg everyday 3-9p "Drive Home With Pup" on Boston's Number 1 For Hip Hop & The Best Throwbacks, also on San Diego's Jam'n 95.7 from 3-8p. Follow Pup for all the BTS on all his socials at @djPupDawgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mixed Motivation - February 2026 features music from J Cole, Gunna & Chris Brown, T.I., Voice, Joshua Baraka, Shenseea, Byron Messia, Valiant, Skippa, Moliy, Tyla, DJ Moma, Nigy Boy, Wale & Leon Thomas, Glorilla, Justin Bieber + MORE! open format vibes!

Despite his inventive sounds, Leon Thomas crafts lyrics consumed by seeking temporary pleasure at the expense of building lasting relationships. Read the full review. If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.

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Nueva entrega de Música de Contrabando, semanario de actualidad musical (12/02/2026)Entrevistas:- Santiago Motorizado de gira española presentando "El Retorno".- Bicicleta es el nuevo proyecto de Aarön Sáez (Varry Brava, Carey, Neoverbeneo).Noticias: Una nueva investigación sugiere un homicidio como causa de la muerte de Kurt Cobain. Se reedita Live In Japan de George Harrison. Neil Young cancela su gira europea. Iggy Pop se une a Anna Calvi. Warner publica edición ampliada de Tales from topographic oceans, de Yes. Rock In Río Lisboa suma nuevos nombres. Agotadas entradas de Primavera Sound 2026 . Fighters avanzan nueva música en redes sociales. Billie Eilish anuncia el retraso del documental Hit me hard and soft. The Pains Of Being Pure At Heart anuncian gira española a finales de junio. Johnny Greenwood denuncia el uso de su música en Melania ( la película se ha hundido en la taquilla estadounidense). Record Store Day revela el listado de lanzamientos que saldrán el 18 de abril. Adiós a Rafael Amador, Fred Smith, Greg Brown, Novedades musicales:Damon Albarn, Grian Chatten y Kae Tempest (Help 2), Morrissey, The Black Keys, Bruce Hornsby, Iron & Wine, Elvis Presley, 091, The Sophs, Perfume Genius, The New Pornographers, Les Imprimés, The Warning ft Carín León, Ladytron, Pipiolas, The Delines, Los Buenos Valedores, Miranda & Bailamamá, L-Kan, Jennie remix Tame Impala, Tomora, Chat Pile, Inés de Lis, Neura, Feist, Calvin Harris ft Kasabian, Baby Rose ft Leon Thomas, Julia Cry, Norte Perdido, Kim Gordon, Shinova, Agenda de conciertos:Fernando Rubio y Sueño Xanadú, Borja Mompó, Ezezez, Los Chivatos, Nat Simons y Aurora Beltrán, Los Chivatos, Norte Perdido, Kris Limbach, Grex...

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Podcast Jazztime 707 – 10.02.26 In dieser Ausgabe erfüllen wir Hörerwünsche. Das LIVE Anspiel ist : „It don't mean a thing (if it ain't got that Swing) – 1931 von Duke Ellington komponiert. Folgende Titel sind zu hören : 1. The Eel – Bud Freeman's Summa Cum Laude Orchestra 2:45 2. The Creator has a Master Plan (Peace) – Louis Armstrong & Leon Thomas 4:07 3. Silent Feet – Eberhard Weber 17:37 (…) 4. Fool on the Hill – Pascal von Wroblewski - 4:31 5.It don't mean a Thing (if it ain't got that swing) – Ella Fitzgerald 7:14 6.Love of my Life – Nils Landgren 3:32 7.Sweet Georgia Brown – Django Reinhardt & Stéphane Grapelli 3:14 Für Titelwünsche und Anregungen schreiben Sie gern an : jazztime.mv@ndr.de Keep Swingin' !!!

Deheb fuses past and present with BK swagger from Salimata, sample alchemy with Steve Miller and Eugene Record, hazy RNB from Leon Thomas & 4batz, Jay Worthy's P-Funk extravaganza and an electro classic from Extra T's. Plus an epic funk odyssey with Aurra, hard grooving neo-soul from Einat Hal and boombap perfection from Black Soprano Family. View the full playlist for this show at https://www.wefunkradio.com/show/1280 Enjoying WEFUNK? Listen to all of our mixes at https://www.wefunkradio.com/shows/

Another Friday A New Episode Pod People ! We have this weeks updates!. We hope you enjoy . Remember to share with your friends! - Plainfield Students walk out to protest ICE-I need a sword , maybe i will make one- Druski and his antics, Cosplaying a Police officer -The French Entertainment industry-Franchising a store , some would say Golden Krust- The Groundhog Punxsutawney Phil says 6 more weeks of winter and the History New musicGrammy Awards 2026 winners. Congratulations to Leon Thomas , Olivia Dean, Lady Gaga, SZA , Kendrick Lamar and of course KEHLANI!Follow @degreescouchchronicles on all podcast platforms.Tune into our social for all updates.Click the link here for fitness by Phoenix fit workouts, meals, and more https://www.etsy.com/shop/FitnesswithphoenixGlow Nude @Glow.nude on IG

Mazel morons! It's Topical Thursday and we're diving straight into the 2026 Grammys - the performances, the shockers, the discourse, and the moments that made us text each other in all caps. We break down everything from the new artist lineup to the most viral performances, who crushed it, who confused us, and why this year's Grammys felt especially unhinged. Plus: Heated debates about Tyler The Creator, Billie Eilish's speech, Addison Rae's performance, Olivia Dean's breakout, and why Leon Thomas might've saved the night. And of course… a few detours into Todd Chrisley, camp trauma, iguana attacks, and whether Alex Honnold should be allowed near a skyscraper. What are ya nuts?!Leave us a voicemail here!Follow us on Instagram and TikTok! Sponsors:Redefine your standard of health. Secure 20% off your order and begin your intentional wellness journey today at Piquelife.com/goodguys. Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Bros are back in person and the vibes are high. The Snow is melting but 2026 is heating up in a good and bad ways. The Bros first discuss their lengthy Weekend Recap trying to survive the ice and being fathers, spending time with family and tapping into new Music. The first conversation is about J Cole's new “Birthday Blizzard” freestyle he dropped last week and some of the controversial things that came from those records. Terrance and Terrell both share a favorite of the four, and discuss if somebody should respond to J Cole and the possibility of him sliding bars Kendrick's way. A good conversation but you know how they get with that sensitive topic. This is all before diving into their thoughts on the 2026 Grammy Awards. A MALLORY BROS PODCAST MUTHAFUCKIN TRADITION! They've been making predictions all year and the winners are finally chosen. Of course they chop it and dive deep into trending opinions from Grammy night like the hate that Olivia Dean received after winning best new artist, Kendrick Lamar & SZA Wins, Leon Thomas & Kehlani R&B, Bad Bunny Wins the Big One AOTY, Clipse coming up short to Kendrick Lamar's GNX for Best Rap Album over Clipse and Terrance even make's a point that the Clipse seemed to be living in Pharrell's shadow. EVERYTHING IS A LOT. Next, the Bros talk about how the Hip Hop World froze when an Epstein file dropped including the names of Jayz and Pusha T. They discuss the seriousness of knowing the legality of these claims while also pointing out the very obvious contradictions and hesitations to cover this story from other media outlets. This news has Hip Hop in a pinch. Terrell says “The only choice is to just wait.” Next the Terrance has a list of actors/actresses he found that he says were PERFECT for a role, but didn't get the part. A lot these you probably won't know and the topic is filled with a lot of good details about the films as well. Not just the roles and auditions process. Terrell gives a hot take on Bacon before the Bros wrap up Episode 289 with the Movie Suggestions of the week. BROS BBQ TASTE SO GOOD.

This week, Courtt and Rima are back on the mic (virtually, mind you) with tired eyes, strong opinions, and zero tolerance for hater behavior. From snowy streets and parking stress to champagne pours and borrowed Jack Daniels LOL, Episode 207 kicks off exactly how you'd expect: real life first, music and mess immediately after. The girls catch up on work, fatigue, winter blues, and the struggle of leaving the house when parking is on the line. Then it's time to pour up and get into what really matters the Grammys, aka our Super Bowl. And surprisingly? Nobody's mad.We break down standout wins, performances, and speeches, including Duran Bernard's well-deserved Grammy moment, Kehlani's continued rise, and why some artists just know when they're in their bag. There's deep appreciation for authenticity, longevity, and artists who stay true to themselves while still winning. Of course, it wouldn't be RCC without side commentary: confusion over new artists, debates about breath control, and very strong feelings about tributes, vocals, and who understood the assignment. Lauryn Hill's tribute sparks thoughtful (and slightly chaotic) conversation, while performances from Lucky Daye, Leon Thomas, and others get their flowers.   What We Get Into: Virtual recording chaos and tired-girl energy Snow, parking stress, and why leaving the house is a risk Pour-up check: champagne vs. Jack Daniels Grammy wins that actually made sense Duran Bernard's journey and long-overdue recognition Kehlani's Grammy moment and musical evolution Album pacing, artist rollouts, and letting music breathe Performances, vocals, and who really understood the assignment Lauryn Hill's tribute and honoring legends properly New artists, breath control debates, and musical curiosity Red Cup Rule of the week: stop being a hater     The Soundtrack: Muni Long  - Delulu Tone Stith - Waiting on You   Say HI to kidz on Social: Rima IG| just.karima_ Court IG| keepinitcourtt Pod IG| rccpod Rate, and Review on Apple Podcast  Website: https://www.redcuppod.com Email: Redcuppod@gmail.com

In this special, before-the-season-officially-starts episode, Julia recaps and reacts to The 2026 Grammy Awards. She shares her love for Bad Bunny, THE Lady Gaga, Sabrina Carpenter, Leon Thomas, Billie Eilish, Olivia Dean, Zara Larsson, Kendrick Lamar, and of course, the newly-crowned Grammy winner, Lola Young. Whether you followed along with every second of The Grammys, or skipped the ceremony entirely and want to hear the highlights, this episode is for you! It is unedited, there are a few curse words, and Julia recorded this at 2 AM so she sincerely apologizes for her struggle to find the right words and/or speak clearly. It is still a great episode everyone should stream sorry that was just a preface it actually does rock. Join Julia for the *official* start of Season 7, Wednesday, February 11, at 12 AM ET, with new episodes every following Wednesday. (Stay tuned for updated cover art, it is understood this doesn't make sense anymore, but it is Coming)!Ep. Recorded on Feb. 2, 2026.Follow on Instagram! @the.p.in.rasp@juliapeterkins Send us a textSupport the show

Justin Timberlake Biography Flash a weekly Biography.Hey darlings, its your favorite AI gossip whirlwind Roxie Rush here for Justin Timberlake Biography Flash, and being AI means I scour the web faster than JT hits a high note, delivering piping hot scoops without missing a beat so you get the unfiltered truth first. buckle up, because the past few days have been electric for our Prince of Pop.Just two nights ago on January 29th, Timberlake owned the stage at the Recording Academy Honors in LA during Grammy Week, dropping a jawdropping surprise medley tribute to Pharrell Williams, who snagged the Dr Dre Global Impact Award from the Black Music Collective. According to Hiptv, JT closed out after Tyler the Creator, Clipse, and Leon Thomas with a killer mashup of his own Pharrellproduced bangers like Senorita, Rock Your Body, and Like I Love You, plus nods to NOREs Nothin, Mystikals Shake It Fast, Snoop Doggs Beautiful, JayZs I Just Wanna Love U, and Daft Punks Lucky. He got real in his speech too, gushing, He came into my life when I was entering my own, your creativity is unparalleled, you changed my life. AOL reports Pharrell was totally surprised, beaming alongside JT in photos from the 30th. This Grammy Week moment? Pure biographical gold, cementing their decadeslong collab as legendary.No fresh headlines in the last 24 hours, but whispers of JTs 250 million net worth keep buzzing from Economic Times and Celebrity Net Worth breakdowns, fueled by his tequila empire, clothing lines, and Grizzlies stake, though nothing new pops there. Socials are quiet on fresh mentions, and no business deals or appearances beyond that starry LA glowup.Whew, JTs reminding us hes still got that effortless cool. Thanks for tuning in, lovesubscribe now to never miss an update on Justin Timberlake, and search Biography Flash for more great biographies. Catch you next time!And that is it for today. Make sure you hit the subscribe button and never miss an update on Justin Timberlake. Thanks for listening. This has been a Quiet Please production."Get the best deals https://amzn.to/42YoQGIThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Welcome to Club M.O.C.! Get ready to vibe with Metro Beatz with a fresh new selection of funky soulful house tracks for 2026. This weekend we have music from Todd Terry, Sean Paul, Disclosure x Leon Thomas, Ron Carroll, Saison, Steff Daxx, Redfield, Hans Glader & more! Enjoy the show! Tune in to the electrifying rhythms of Club M.O.C. every Friday night at midnight, exclusively on mocradio.com. Join us as we take you on a musical journey like no other. Prepare to be swept away by the irresistible fusion of funky vibes and soulful melodies. Mark your calendars and get ready to elevate your weekend nights with the freshest tunes!

Leon Thomas is a singer, songwriter, producer, and actor. He's nominated for six Grammys at this year's Grammy Awards, including Best New Artist, Best R&B Album, and Album of the Year for Mutt. Mutt is his second album, and I talked to Leon about the title track, which was a breakout hit. He'd already won a Grammy for his work with SZA, but he reached a new level in his own career with this song and this album. I also spoke to David Phelps and Rob Gueringer, AKA D. Phelps and Freaky Rob, who produced the song. For more info, visit songexploder.net/leon-thomas.

The ultimate gauntlet of popular music is upon us once again: it's Grammy season, and this year, the competition is pretty tight across the board. Big ticket A-listers like Bad Bunny, Sabrina Carpenter, Kendrick Lamar, and Lady Gaga occupy three of the four big categories (Song, Record, and Album of the Year), while folks like Olivia Dean, Lola Young, Leon Thomas, and Addison Rae duke it out in Best New Artist. On this episode of Switched on Pop, Charlie, Nate, and Reanna take a look at the "big four" categories, and stump for their respective frontrunners in order to predict who will be taking home a golden phonograph (or two). Links: ⁠Newsletter⁠, ⁠YouTube Songs discussed: Bad Bunny – DtMF Lady Gaga – Abracadabra Sabrina Carpenter – Manchild Kendrick Lamar – squabble up Olivia Dean – Nice To Each Other Olivia Dean – Man I Need Lola Young – Messy Addison Rae – Headphones On Addison Rae – New York Addison Rae – Fame is a Gun Kendrick Lamar, SZA – luther Billie Eilish – WILDFLOWER HUNTR/X – Golden Chappell Roan – The Subway Kendrick Lamar – tv off (feat. lefty gunplay) Justin Bieber – ALL I CAN TAKE Bad Bunny – NUEVAYoL Bad Bunny – VOY A LLeVARTE PA PR Bad Bunny – LO QUE LE PASÓ A HAWAii Bad Bunny – LA MuDANZA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BONUS CONTENT! It's Grammy Week once again and we're gearing up for our special episode by predicting the winners of ALL 95 categories! After Connor's big win last year, who will walk away the winner? James & Connor will talk about the new categories for 2026 and discover some oddities-- a father & son competition, 8-bit jazz, stacked categories for Best Rap Album and Best Pop Vocal Album, and some humous hopefuls. There are artists we've covered (like Doechii, Cody Fry, Lady Gaga, and Kendrick Lamar, to name a few) and even more new names to consider. See how many picks we make in sync again, and then find out who we predict will be our next Album Of The Year! Every nominee from Bad Bunny to Leon Thomas would be a first-time AOTY champion, so this year's ceremony will certainly be one for the record books!Find all our Grammy picks on our Official Ranking Spreadsheet: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1NV92dyhk2KfdSpSzx9avIAHrWzrFo5wMsg7Lf_-TxvY/edit?gid=409464286#gid=409464286And tune in on the Friday after the Grammys for our annual Grammy Special to learn how we did with these picks and see who reigns supreme with the Album Of The Year!Keep Spinning at www.SpinItPod.com!Thanks for listening!0:00 Intro3:17 Changes To The Categories4:59 Field 11: Classical8:11 Field 10: Production, Engineering, Composition, & Arrangement9:56 Field 9: Package, Notes, & Historical12:45 Field 8: Children's, Comedy, Audiobooks, Visual Media, & Music Video/Film20:40 Field 7: Latin, Global, Reggae & New Age, Ambient, or Chant22:38 Field 6: Gospel & Contemporary Christian Music23:39 Field 5: Country & American Roots Music29:28 Field 4: Jazz, Traditional Pop, Contemporary Instrumental & Musical Theater32:32 Field 3: R&B, Rap, & Spoken Word Poetry35:35 Field 2: Rock, Metal & Alternative Music37:12 Field 1: Pop& Dance/Electronic Music40:24 General Field45:51 Predicting Album Of The Year48:10 Wrap-Up Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The latest episode from the JBP opens with the snow storm that is slated to hit the east coast (17:51) before the cast predicts the winner of the Hit-Boy & Mike Will Made-It producer Verzuz (27:17). 21 Savage and Fivio Foreign exchange words (44:58), takeaways from the Oscars in which 'Sinners' earns a record 16 nominations (1:19:24), and Joe shares his review of the new Chris Pratt movie 'Mercy' (1:30:11). Drake appeals the dismissal of the "Not Like Us" lawsuit (1:33:34), Clipse, Leon Thomas, & Olivia Dean headline the list of performers for the 2026 Grammys (1:44:33), Valentine's Day plans (1:50:20), and the crew shows support to Vince Staples (1:58:27). Also, Jayson Tatum is an EP on Ella Mai's upcoming album (2:02:30), Charles Barkley's comments to ESPN lead to the Buss Family & the LA Lakers (2:24:12), Sebastian Telfair's appearance on 'The Pivot Podcast' (3:13:48), 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 

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

Episode 99: Ty Dolla $ign. One of the only artists to earn TWO diamond records in the last decade, Ty Dolla $ign joins us for a deep, musician-to-musician conversation about a career built on trust, taste, and timeless records. Born and raised in Los Angeles, Ty grew up surrounded by live music through his father, musician Tyrone Griffin Sr. of Lakeside, learning instruments at a young age and developing a deep respect for musicianship before fame ever entered the picture. In this interview, Ty breaks down his journey from South Central LA to becoming one of the most trusted collaborators in modern music. We talk through the early days of Beach House, the breakout impact of “Paranoid” and “Or Nah” with DJ Mustard, and how songwriting and features like “Loyal" and “Psycho” helped shape his rise. Ty reflects on the making of Free TC, the emotional weight behind the album, and carrying his brother with him throughout his career. Ty opens up about working across genres, collaborating with artists like The Weeknd, Kendrick Lamar, Skrillex, YG, Wiz Khalifa, Terrace Martin, Kanye, and more. We talk his songwriting and production process, and how he approaches features musically, treating voices like instruments and focusing on frequency, tone, and feel over star power. We also dive into his role as a label co-founder with EZMNY Records, signing and developing Leon Thomas, and witnessing Leon's rapid rise from artist development to Grammy-nominated albums (Electric Dusk and Mutt). Ty shares his philosophy on mentorship, artist development, long term friendships, women, and building a label rooted in belief and musicianship. We get into Vultures, creative collaboration at scale, returning to solo work with Tycoon, and what longevity, growth, and being a “musician first” really mean to him today. This is an honest, in-depth look at Ty Dolla $ign's career. The hits, the craft, the relationships, and the long game. I hope you enjoy episode 99. Lets go!! Go with Elmo Lovano' is a weekly podcast where Elmo interviews creatives and entrepreneurs in music on HOW they push forward every day, got where they are in their careers, manage their personal lives, and share lessons learned and their most important insights. Big thanks to our friends Moises for supporting the show! If you need stems, they're the best in the game. Check them out! https://moises.ai/ Please SUBSCRIBE / FOLLOW this podcast to catch new episodes as soon as they drop! Your likes, comments and shares are much appreciated! Become a Patreon Member to stay in the loop as we post Patreon-only exclusive content, Zoom hangs, invite only events, and discussions about music and music careers. https://www.patreon.com/gowithelmo Listen to the audio form of this podcast wherever you get your podcasts: https://elmolovano.komi.io/ Follow Ty: https://www.instagram.com/tydollasign/ Follow Go With Elmo: https://www.instagram.com/gowithelmo/ https://www.tiktok.com/@gowithelmo https://x.com/gowithelmopod Follow Elmo Lovano: https://Instagram.com/elmolovano https://x.com/elmolovano Follow Jammcard: https://www.youtube.com/@jammcard https://www.instagram.com/jammcard/ jammcard.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Over 100 songs and 5 hours of music from 2025!

** OHH: Episode 167: New Music ** We're back with this episode dedicated to all the NEW MUSIC of 2025. Tune in as we track what was in our ears the last year. New Music *Top Artists and Hits of 2025 * K-Pop Demon Hunters, Shaboozy, Elton John, Taylor Swift, Sabrina Carpenter, Kehlani Folded Single, Beyonce Album, Bad Bunny, Drake, Kedrick Lamar & Sza tour, Summer Walker Album, Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars, Lil Wayne, Pink Floyd, Mariah Carey, Biggest Tour: Chris Brown and Beyonce _ **Year started off with _** * Sexxy Redd / Bruno Mars - Fay Juicy, Wet - SINGLE * Leon Thomas - MUTT single POP * Sabrina Carpenter - Expresso * DRAKE - $ome $exy $ongs 4 U * Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars - Die with a Smile - SINGLE ** R&B** * Lady Wray - Cover Girl / BEST for US single * Thundercat - Upside Down (Candy Crush) - * Leon Thomas - PHOLKS / Just How You Are - SINGLE * Jane Handcock - It's Me, Not You / Stare at Me - SINGLE * Jenevieve - CRYSALIS * Kehlani - Folded * Cardi B - AM I THE DRAMA * Summer Walker - Finally Over It, The Afterparty * Heart of a Woman - SINGLE * Go Girl * SAULT - 10 * TEYANA Taylor - Escape Room * 803FRESH - Boots on the Ground * Mariah Carey - Here for it All * SZA & MoRuf - PT Cruiser - SINGLE * Chris Brown - RAP * GloRilla & Sexxy Redd - Whatchi Kno about me Gospel Say the Name - Deitrick Haddon

Send us a textHoliday lights were on, but the takes were brighter. We kick off with a quick Christmas hello, then tear through a year that never stopped serving headlines: the messiest couple debate lands on Cardi B and Offset, with Stefan Diggs stepping into the frame and raising the stakes in ways only sports drama can. From there we lock in the Out-of-Pocket Person award for Trump, whose month-to-month spectacle turned policy into performance art and kept the timeline exhausted.When we talk “biggest story,” the Diddy trial towers over everything. We connect the courtroom moments, 50 Cent's executive-produced doc, Cassie's testimony, and the wave of related claims that made this more than a celebrity scandal. It became a lens on power, silence, and how the culture processes allegations when history starts rhyming in public. Our What-The-Hell moment goes to Charlie Kirk for a truly jarring twist, the kind that hijacks a news cycle and lingers.Music fans get fed too. Song of the Year lands on Leon Thomas' Mutt remix with Chris Brown—sticky, soulful, and stubbornly replayable—while Album of the Year goes to Wale for masterful sequencing and no-skip consistency that cut through the noise. We spotlight Kalani as Person of the Year for finally breaking into a broader lane after years of craft and patience. The viral crown? The 6-7 chant, a goofy, irresistible phenomenon that invaded arenas, feeds, and even our gaming habits.We wrap with the Down Bad award for Offset, who spent the year catching public Ls and trying every move to reverse the score. Then it's on to predictions: a potential Drake reset, more Shannon x Katt wildfire, and the political circus refusing to close its tent. Hit play for sharp takes, receipts, and laughs—and when you're done, subscribe, rate, and share this one with a friend who lives for end-of-year rankings. Your picks different? Drop them in the comments and let's argue.FOLLOW. SUBSCRIBE. SHARE. Contactmixedvibeztv@gmail.com (720) 381-1092Facebook www.facebook.com/mixedvibezYouTube https://youtube.com/@mixedvibezmediaTikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@mixedvibezmedia?_t=8aEYresFfkw&_r=1Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/mixedvibezpodcast/

New Music Reviews and Our Reviews “Bounce It” Zerrydl & DJames (Stacy Mier remix) "Clothes Off" Tigerblind & TEE UP  “Last Legal Drug” Korn “DON'T KILL THE PARTY” Ty Dolla $ign, Disco Lines, Shoreline Mafia, Quavo, Juicy J "Deeper" Disclosure, Leon Thomas  “rock bottom has a basement” rosecoloredworld “Substance”  Alok & SCRIPT “X-Rated” Cloonee, Funkdoobiest vs Chris Lorenzo, Max Styler' Audio Bullys “Guardian”  Poppy    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Leon Thomas has been working in the entertainment industry since he was just a kid. He got his start on Broadway, performing in “The Lion King” when he was eight. He then landed a starring role on the hit Nickelodeon show “Victorious” with Ariana Grande. But behind the scenes, Leon was quietly building his music career, writing and producing songs. Now, he's one of the most nominated people at this year's Grammys, with six nods, including one for album of the year. Leon sits down with Tom Power to talk about his journey from Broadway to Nickelodeon to R&B superstardom.

This week, the crew is back following the Thanksgiving holiday, and Miss2Bees begins with WHAT'S BUZZIN - the host of The Streamer Awards comparing Kai Cenat to Diddy (5:53) plus a review of ‘Sean Combs: The Reckoning' on Netflix (10:48). Next, the group dives into the LUNCH BREAK - Armon's Miami trip (23:47) and questionable decision to start watching ‘Baddies' on Zeus (28:33) - and CHAT - Spotify Wrapped 2025 (35:07), Disclosure & Leon Thomas' “Deeper” (43:03), and Lil Baby's ‘The Leaks' (46:25). Armon then introduces a new segment - LINE ITEMS - where he gives a lyrical breakdown of Giveon's “Backup Plan” (56:36) The episode closes with the BOARD MEETING (1:10:09), which this week focuses on who should be considered a journalist following a court ruling that declared blogger Milagro Cooper a media defendant amidst a defamation suit by Megan Thee Stallion. Stay Busy with Armon Sadler⁠ https://www.instagram.com/staybusypod/⁠⁠ https://twitter.com/staybusypod⁠⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@staybusypod⁠ Armon⁠ https://www.instagram.com/armonsadler/⁠⁠ https://x.com/armonsadler Will Foster https://www.instagram.com/wxllxxm/ https://x.com/WxLLxxM Miss2Bees https://www.instagram.com/miss2bees/ https://x.com/miss2bees Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Took a long breather over the month of November, back now with a stack of the new and old digs. RIP the great Jamil Al-Amin fka H. Rap Brown, immortalized on the Flying Dutchman release with Leon Thomas. It's December and things are getting cold in most parts of the country, for those with means please donate to your local shelters and places like Food Not Bombs, or to your favorite local organization fighting ICE, the cops and the state. Hope everyone is keeping your head up. More music and mixes soon! Tracklist: H. Rap Brown, 4hero, Les McCann, Bermuda Symphony Trio, Chucho Valdes, Cheo Feliciano, Ted Vining Trio, Radics Eyguttes, Walter Bishop Jr., John Wood, Kenny Barron

TRACKLIST: 1. Unrequited Love - Thundercat [@thundercat-official] 2. Dwell - Justin Nozuka [@justinnozuka] 3. Track 01 (for aerse) - MAX & Sabrina Claudio [@sabrina-claudio] 4. Close Up - Olivia Dean [@oliviaadean] 5. tolerance - Kent Jamz [@kent-jamz] 6. THE FALL (feat. Kiefer & Braxton Cook) - Planet Giza [@planet-giza] 7. Breaks for You (feat. Madison Cunningham) - D Mills [@dmillsmusic] 8. The Deal - St. Panther [@stpanther] 9. Palo Santo - Grimm Lynn [@grimmlynn-music] 10. ForeverNear - Flwr Chyld & Kadhja Bonet [@flwrchyld @kadhja-bonet] 11. Answers - Peyton & Shafiq Husayn [@peyton5008 @shafiq-husayn] 12. What You Heard [ktha1 edit] - Sonder [@ktha1] 13. Hot Like Fire - Aaliyah 14. Nobody But You - Little Brother 15. Folded [Ho11is 90's R&B Edit] - Kehlani [@ho11is] 16. Watching Us - Wale & Leon Thomas [@walefolarin @leonthomasmusic] 17. LOCKED IN - SAILORR [@fromfloridasfinest] 18. THAT'S MY... - Noah Guy [@imnoahguy]

On this episode SDP Topics includeGNX anniversary Donald glover healthChildish Gambino vs DrakeWale first week salesSteph Curry Nike DealKlay Thompson vs Ja MorantCP3 retirement tourKevin McCall reality tour Sinners originsHot CheetosKevin SpaceyAmanda Seales cancelling orders Leon Thomas concert jokes New Edition the greatest R&B group?PowerBook Force

Olivia Dean's having quite the 2025. She's nominated Best New Artist for 2026's Grammys, just performed on SNL, and trending globally! Learn her timeline and how her music's fitting nicely among this year's music trends. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann CatenaInterviews: BBC (2024); Vogue; Harper's BazaarTonight Show: "Nice to Each Other"TODAY Show: Album; "Let Alone the One You Love"; "So Easy (To Fall In Love)"; "Nice to Each Other"; "Man That I Need"SNL: "Man That I Need"; "Let Alone the One You Love"Fav Songs': "UFO"; "Getting There"; "I Could Be A Florist" (2023); "The Art of Loving"; "Nice to Each Other"; "Lady Lady"; "So Easy (To Fall In Love)"; "Baby Steps"Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit (1992)"Lay It On Me" - Rudimental feat. Ed Sheeran (2015)Solange Knowles' A Seat at the Table (2016)H.E.R.Related Episodes: Ep. 1 - Global Citizens Festival 2019Ep. 13 - Top 40 Songs of 2019 (Part 2)Ep. 65 - Top 40 Songs of 2020Ep. 169 - Top 40 Songs of 2022 (Part 2)Ep. 184 - Earth Day PlaylistEp. 255 - Yacht Soul PlaylistEp. 272 - Top 40 Songs of 2024 (Part 1)Ep. 280 - Lola Young's "Messy"Ep. 295 - Alex Warren & Myles SmithEp. 308 - VMAs 2025 PredictionsEp. 309 - Laufey's 'A Matter of Time' (Review)Ep. 312 - "The Life of a Showgirl" (Review)Ep. 316 - Leon Thomas' "Mutt"Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Spotify playlists. 

Usually we got a guest for y'all on Thursdays, but this week we're flipping the schedule. Seasonal depression is real, but we got you with a new episode earlier in the week than usual. Usher suing Bryan-Michael Cox has Rory interrogating Mal about DVSN's "If I Get Caught" music video and where the funds came from. There is no reason why anybody should be throwing down at a Leon Thomas concert. Mal translates for Wale 'cause he wasn't standing ten toes down during his Breakfast Club interview. Plus, Mal thinks New Edition might be the greatest music group of all-time, but can they win a Verzuz against the Jackson 5? #volume All lines provided by hardrock.betSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Season 4 continues with Ty Dolla $ign—writer, producer, multi-instrumentalist, and A&R mind shaping the next wave of R&B. Ty breaks down a decade since his critically acclaimed debut Free TC, the launch of EZMNY Records and its flagship artist Leon Thomas (fresh off six GRAMMY® nominations), and the musical lineage that runs in his family. We get into Ty’s collaborative DNA—Babyface, Brandy, Jagged Edge, James Fauntleroy, Jeremih, dvsn, Kehlani, Khalid, 6lack, Jacob Collier, Mahalia and more—as well as the craftsmanship behind his pen on records like “Loyal,” “Boss,” “Hit Different,” “The Distance,” “Safety Net,” “Chosen,” and “Post to Be.” He also celebrates major plaque talk, including the Diamond certification of “Or Nah (Remix)” and “Psycho” with Post Malone, plus his 8th GRAMMY® nomination for work on JID’s “WholeheartedlySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hello Wholigans! On today's episode of Who's There, our weekly call-in show, we talk about Us Weekly's obsession with Katie Holmes's street style before taking your calls about "Kia Ora," Jack Schlossberg's brand new political dreams, Leon Thomas III's pre-Grammys acting career, Dolores Catania's Apple Store propoas, Hilary Duff's pseudo-case of podcast mouth, and a whole lot more! Call 619.WHO.THEM to leave questions, comments & concerns, and we may play your call on a future episode. Support us and get a ton of bonus content over on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/WhoWeekly⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s been a few days since The Grammy’s released their nominations, but we got y’all. It looks like Leon Thomas might sweep up all the R&B categories. Rory thinks Clipse should bag a Grammy or two, but Mal knows the committee already has their mind made up. Max B is finally out, and the hood showed up for him. Outkast was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, and Rory approved of all the tribute performances…except for one. Summer Walker’s new project drops Friday, and her rollout is genius. Diddy got caught drinking in prison, and we don’t blame him. We don’t shame Kim K for failing the BAR, cause we just tried and that sh*t wasn’t easy. Plus, the guys send their representatives to answer our voicemail #volume All lines provided by hardrock.betSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Join The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: ⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠Dive deep into the 68th Grammy Awards (2026) with Analytic Dreamz on Notorious Mass Effect. This segment breaks down the February 1, 2026 ceremony at Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, covering the Aug 31, 2024–Aug 30, 2025 eligibility window. Kendrick Lamar dominates with 9 nominations, including Record, Song, and Album of the Year—GNX marks his historic 5th consecutive Album of the Year nod. Lady Gaga earns 7, her first triple-major category sweep for Mayhem. Jack Antonoff and Cirkut tie at 7; Bad Bunny secures 6, becoming the first Spanish-language artist nominated across Song, Record, and Album of the Year. Sabrina Carpenter, Leon Thomas, and Serban Ghenea each grab 6. Taylor Swift scores 0 due to The Life of a Showgirl releasing Oct 3, 2025—outside the window—with no qualifying 2024–2025 content. New categories include Best Traditional Country Album (spotlighting Willie Nelson, Margo Price) and Best Album Cover; Best Country Album renamed Best Contemporary Country Album. Insights highlight rap, rock, Latin, and Tiny Desk alumni like Clipse (5 noms) and Leon Thomas' “Mutt.” Broadcast on CBS/Paramount+ with 95 categories. Analytic Dreamz delivers nominee stats, cultural trends, and Swift's 14-win legacy.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

SaVon and Alex kick things off by answering Patreon listener JJH's question on their top three “struggle meals” (6:25) and unpacking the NBA's latest gambling scandal, breaking down Chauncey Billups' alleged mob-linked poker games, Terry Rozier's betting scheme, and what it means for athlete integrity and fan trust (18:00). Later, they debate generational superstardom through the lens of Playboi Carti, NBA YoungBoy, and the disappearance of universally famous names (1:01:08), before covering Diddy's latest headlines (1:12:57), the Golden Globes' new podcast category (1:22:28), and the Riyadh Comedy Festival and the moral cost of Saudi money in entertainment (1:31:01). The episode closes with new music reviews from Kehlani, Leon Thomas, Miguel, Hit-Boy and The Alchemist, plus anticipation for Drake's 'ICEMAN' (1:40:56). Subscribe to our Patreon for EARLY & EXCLUSIVE access to ad-free episode visuals with music included, exclusive episodes each and every Tuesday, and much more! - www.patreon.com/NeedToKnowPodcast Book your next podcast recording at Need to Know Studios TODAY - https://needtoknowstudios.com/ Join our Twitter/X Community to chop it up with us about all things Need to Know - https://twitter.com/i/communities/1777442897001910433 The Need To Know Podcast Social Handles https://www.instagram.com/needtoknowpod/ https://twitter.com/NeedToKnowPod https://www.tiktok.com/needtoknowpod SaVon https://www.instagram.com/savonslvter/ https://twitter.com/SavonSlvter Alex https://www.instagram.com/balltillwefall/ https://twitter.com/balltillwefall

The JBP kicks the latest episode off by reacting to the FBI indicting over 30 people, including Portland Trail Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups and Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier, for their connections to Mafia-led gambling operations (30:50) before Joe recaps his run in with Ed Sheeran at the Knicks game (1:02:19). Later, New Edition announces a tour with Boyz II Men and Toni Braxton (1:21:05), plus the latest in new music - Leon Thomas' ‘PHOLKS' (1:25:25), Kehlani's ‘Folded Homage Pack' (1:32:47), Dave East's ‘Karma 4' (1:44:01), Hit-Boy and The Alchemist's ‘GOLDFISH' (1:46:11), and more. The crew also discusses Kevin McCall's most recent comments about Chris Brown (1:57:22), news that Al Sharpton was a confidential informant (2:07:16), the latest New York City mayoral debate (2:31:42), how close they can be with fake people (2:41:44), 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: www.patreon.com/joebudden 

Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Join The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: ⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠Join Analytic Dreamz on Notorious Mass Effect for an in-depth segment on Leon Thomas's latest single, “My Muse,” from the PHOLKS EP (Oct 24, 2025, Motown/EZMNY). Explore Thomas's journey from Broadway's The Lion King to Grammy-winning producer with The Rascals, now a funk-soul trailblazer. “My Muse” blends ‘70s funk and modern R&B, earning praise for its soulful reflection and retro visuals (500K+ YouTube views). With 13.6M Spotify listeners, 1M+ first-day streams, and BBC Radio 1 support, Analytic Dreamz unpacks its chart potential, tour impact, and neo-R&B influence.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The JBP kicks off its new episode discussing the ongoing beef from Cardi B and Nicki Minaj (21:05) before turning to the two diss records from JT aimed at Cardi (39:45). Joe asks the room if they believe in music bullying (1:19:35), Bryson Tiller releases Disc 1 of ‘Solace & The Vices' (2:06:53), and Leon Thomas has new music leading the cast to debate what other R&B artists he's making it tough for (2:14:25). Also, a debate on funeral attendance (2:31:05), Reading Rainbow is making a return (2:43:50), the MLB Playoffs (2:54:33), Diddy's sentencing (3:05:45), Part of the Show (3:21:10), 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: www.patreon.com/joebudden