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This might be the only time you hear Nico call Thom's vocals, "smouldering". Want to hear every episode, and see every video review? head to https://archive.org/details/headfullofradio

Want to request a song? Tell us your rating? Send us a Text Message right now! Craig David's Walking Away sounds smooth, soulful and emotionally mature… until you actually listen to the lyrics and realise this bloke is just sprinting away from every problem in his life.This week the boys unpack one of the biggest songs of 2000, including Craig David's legendary facial hair, whether “powder room” just means toilet, and why Bevo somehow defeats Craig David in a fight despite Craig having elite cardio.Also: Mad Dog reveals he tortured Chibbs with this album on repeat during school runs  The boys accidentally crowned " Hanging By A Moment by Lifehouse the best song of 2000  Gav pitches Craig David beard merch  Chibbs realises this song has somehow become one of his favourite acoustic guitar songs Walking Away may have started as a meme…, but by the end of this episode, some of the boys are genuinely defending it.Love music but tired of hearing us complain about it?1001 Songs That Make You Want To Live is our free Patreon bonus show, where we celebrate the songs we actually love.New episodes every Thursday.Listen free on Patreon. Think you know music?Every Friday, Tower Of Music puts your music knowledge to the test.Guess the artists. Spot the clues. Beat the hosts.Play along and see if you can make it to the top of the tower.New episodes every Friday on YouTube.Search 1001 Songs That Make You Want To Die and subscribe now. Please tell your mates about the podcast and jump on Apple Podcasts/iTunes and give us a 5-star review!Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEBlessington Support the podcast when you buy a Blessington watch! Use the promo code “1001songs” at checkout. DUBBYDUBBY is declaring WAR on big Energy! Use the promo code "1001songs" at checkout for 10% off! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1001songsthatmakeyouwanttodie/Follow us on TikTok: @the1001crew

The daughter of Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl has released her debut album. ‘Be Sweet To Me' is the first album from Violet Grohl, with a sound reminiscent of 1990s alternative rock. Though it's primarily rock, the eleven tracks do feature elements of heavy metal, folk, and jazz, Grohl citing the Breeders, PJ Harvey, Pixies, Soundgarden, and Cocteau Twins as her primary influences. Chris Schulz joined Jack Tame to share his thoughts on the album. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We still haven't figured out where the "Wedding" portion of the song comes from, but at least the explanation of  "Punchup" makes sense.Want to hear every episode, and see every video review? head to https://archive.org/details/headfullofradio

Paul McCartney is taking a trip down memory lane in his new album. ‘The Boys of Dungeon Lane' is his 20th —or 18th, depending on the way you count them— solo studio album and is a nostalgic collection of songs. Chris Schulz joined Jack Tame to share his thoughts on the latest release by the iconic musician. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to Episode 68 of This Is Not Happening, an Album of the Month podcast. In Part 1, we do a deep drive review of our Album of the Month. This month Guy brings a Robyn's latest release 'Sexisitential'. In Part 2, we play Spin It or Bin It, we pick a theme and all pick songs that represent that theme. This month, the theme is 'Sad Bangers'.           ------ Part 1 | Album of the Month | Robyn |  Sexistential ------Robyn is a unique, iconic figure in contemporary music. She's been making and releasing music since 1995, her career spans 4 decades already and she shows no signs of slowing down. Her pop career started when she was 15, she's about to celebrate her 47th birthday, this is insane staying power!Sexistential is her 9th studio album if you count the Body Talk series as full albums? It's only 29 mins long, it doesn't mess about and no track or the album in full overstays it's welcome. There is lots to get into in the discussion, has she still got it? Is she doing new things? Is this still relevant and if so who for? How artists change and what we expect from them as they age?Have a listen, tell us what you think.Listen to the original album here.Watch some of her videos here , particularly the singles from this album.Buy this album or some merch here.  And listen to her talk about the album here.                 ---------------- Part 2 | Spin It or Bin It | Sad Bangers ---------------- Robyn's biggest track is 'Dancing On My Own' is the archetype of a genre that Guy made up 'Sad Bangers'. This is our theme for Spin It or Bin It this month.  It's got to be sad, and it's got to bang. Simple (in theory).The task is pick a track that fits the theme, the objective, get more 'spins' than your friends. We each pick four tracks for a 16 track play list . We then each pick select 1 track and ask the simple question 'Spin It Or Bin It'?David chose Destroy Everything You Touch by Ladytron.Joey chose 'Teardrops' by Womack and Womack.Guy chose 'Lovesick' by Friendly Fires.Nolan chose 'Blue Monday' by New Order.What would you have chosen? What's missing from our playlist?We've been writing the blog for years come and have a look - https://thisisnothappening.net/

"It felt a little bit like someone's having a bad time, and the energy in the room is uncomfortable. I felt like a person in that room."

In this latest edition of the podcast, Mick The Hat continues recounting his remarkable journey with Pink Floyd, continuing from where he left off with the final Wall show on June 17th, 1981 at Earl's Court. Beginning in 1984 with The Pros & Cons Of Hitchhiking tour, Mick's recollections as a Pink Floyd enthusiast and concert taper cover the early solo careers of Roger Waters and David Gilmour, continuing into Pink Floyd's final tour in 1994. Mick talks about how the desire for more Pink Floyd related records was at a peak in the mid 1980's, when many outside artists collaborated with members of the band before the “Dry Floyd” formed. Most notable is how a tape of David Gilmour playing Cliff Richard almost made it onto a bootleg vinyl, and currently has yet to be released.From accidentally flushing his contacts in a hotel room outside of Sweden, to running a Taxi Driver's toll fare up in New Jersey, finding himself in the sea of empty faces in Berlin, and witnessing after-gig road crew jams in Paris, Mick's stored and well-travelled recollections of this period is a story not to be missed.

Want to request a song? Tell us your rating? Send us a Text Message right now! This week, we're joined by comedian Aaron Gocs to break down As Long as You Love Me by Backstreet Boys.What starts as a harmless 90s pop hit quickly turns into a deep dive into fugitives, war crimes, Ponzi schemes and one of the darkest lyrical breakdowns we've ever done.We cover:• Could Aaron Gocs beat all five Backstreet Boys in a fight? • Lou Pearlman's insane scam empire • The weirdly criminal undertones of this song • The best songs of the 1997 game • Why Smash Mouth somehow took the crownFollow Gocsy: Instagram / TikTok: @aarongocs Facebook / YouTube: Aaron GocsLove music but tired of hearing us complain about it?1001 Songs That Make You Want To Live is our free Patreon bonus show, where we celebrate the songs we actually love.New episodes every Thursday.Listen free on Patreon. Think you know music?Every Friday, Tower Of Music puts your music knowledge to the test.Guess the artists. Spot the clues. Beat the hosts.Play along and see if you can make it to the top of the tower.New episodes every Friday on YouTube.Search 1001 Songs That Make You Want To Die and subscribe now. Please tell your mates about the podcast and jump on Apple Podcasts/iTunes and give us a 5-star review!Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEBlessington Support the podcast when you buy a Blessington watch! Use the promo code “1001songs” at checkout. DUBBYDUBBY is declaring WAR on big Energy! Use the promo code "1001songs" at checkout for 10% off! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1001songsthatmakeyouwanttodie/Follow us on TikTok: @the1001crew

With my music episodes, I try to present to you evergreen tracks that will be with you for a while. I subscribe to a ton of record pools beyond digging through blogs, Patreon, streaming services, Shazam, and the like. I thought I would share my top 20 most interesting musical track finds with you from the month of April 2026. Bonus: I'll give you the source on where to find the tracks I talk about. Not only do I hope to save you time in finding gems but I also give you my take on how/where I use them within my sets. My Patreon Shop is live! Grab documents and music listings a la carte. I'm on YOUTUBE! Please subscribe and share. Thanks in advance.Check out my podcast website and my premium podcast content community page.DJs: Interested in Heavy Hits Music Pool? Go to https://heavyhits.com/For my podcast listeners only, enter promo code: BRIANB - it gets you a 30 day trial for $5. Try it now.DJs: Did you know I launched a course? It's called the "Value Based DJ Course" which will help you land your ideal clients, get paid what you need and give you the flexibility to figure out how many events you want to work. Get it today at https://www.thedjscreativeedge.com/Have a topic you want covered? Drop me a DM at @thetraveldjblend. Has this podcast helped you? Share your thoughts by leaving a review on the Apple Podcast App.

Does anyone know what it means to not be given to groin easily?Want to hear every episode, and see every video review? head to https://archive.org/details/headfullofradio

Want to request a song? Tell us your rating? Send us a Text Message right now! This week, we break down Your Love Is My Drug by Kesha — a song that somehow became a global hit despite sounding like a full-blown spiral.We unpack lyrics that jump between love, addiction, and absolute chaos, including one of the most ridiculous lines we've covered on the show.Also in this episode: Worst lyric: “lovesick crackhead”  The alley drug dealer theory  Chibbs vs Kesha fight breakdown  2010 “One Has To Stay” chaos  Kesha's surprisingly accurate net worth guess Somehow catchy. Definitely unhinged. Please tell your mates about the podcast and jump on Apple Podcasts/iTunes and give us a 5-star review!Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEBlessington Support the podcast when you buy a Blessington watch! Use the promo code “1001songs” at checkout. DUBBYDUBBY is declaring WAR on big Energy! Use the promo code "1001songs" at checkout for 10% off! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1001songsthatmakeyouwanttodie/Follow us on TikTok: @the1001crew

"This feels like brown noise", Nico says, while immediately following that up with not knowing what brown noise is. 

Want to request a song? Tell us your rating? Send us a Text Message right now! This week, we take on Rock Wit U (Awww Baby) by Ashanti — a song that somehow climbed to #2 on the Billboard charts despite having absolutely nothing going on.We break down the lyrics, which start as standard early 2000s R&B and quickly spiral into something way more sinister than intended. There's also a deep dive into one of the best conspiracies we've had on the show — the idea that Ashanti secretly sang Jennifer Lopez's biggest hits.Plus: Worst lyric of the episode  Gavin vs Ashanti fight simulation  2003 “One Has To Stay” chaos  Net worth guesses that go horribly wrong This one is confusing, boring, and somehow still dangerous. Please tell your mates about the podcast and jump on Apple Podcasts/iTunes and give us a 5-star review!Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEBlessington Support the podcast when you buy a Blessington watch! Use the promo code “1001songs” at checkout. DUBBYDUBBY is declaring WAR on big Energy! Use the promo code "1001songs" at checkout for 10% off! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1001songsthatmakeyouwanttodie/Follow us on TikTok: @the1001crew

Mysterious Kiwi musician Aldous Harding has released a new album. Train on the Island is her fifth studio album and is filled with her trademark intricate style of lyricism, full of strange and unique turns of phrases. Chris Schulz has been listening to the album, and joined Jack Tame to share his thoughts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"This sounds like a song you'd make with your friends.  Not to say that the average Joe Schmoe can do this, but it's got an element of Chaoticism to it"- NicoWant to hear every episode, and see every video review? head to https://archive.org/details/headfullofradio

Want to request a song? Tell us your rating? Send us a Text Message right now! This week on 1001 Songs That Make You Want To Die, the boys take on “Walkin' on the Sun” by Smash Mouth — a track that sounds like a breezy summer anthem until you actually listen to what it's saying.From the jump, things spiral. What starts as a laid-back, organ-driven groove quickly turns into a lyrical mess of hippie ideals, social commentary, threats, dead babies, and anti-crack messaging. Somewhere in there, Smash Mouth might be making a point… but no one's entirely sure what it is.We break down the lyrics, unpack the real-world context behind the song, and try to figure out whether this is secretly deep or just completely unhinged. There's also a chaotic round of Could You Beat Them in a Fight?, where the odds of taking on Smash Mouth's frontman get seriously debated.Plus: questionable interpretations, cult vibes, and one of the strangest tonal shifts we've ever seen in a song.Is this misunderstood social commentary or absolute nonsense wrapped in a catchy hook?Tune in and find out.  Please tell your mates about the podcast and jump on Apple Podcasts/iTunes and give us a 5-star review!Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEDUBBYDUBBY is declaring WAR on big Energy! Use the promo code "1001songs" at checkout for 10% off! Blessington Support the podcast when you buy a Blessington watch! Use the promo code “1001songs” at checkout. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1001songsthatmakeyouwanttodie/Follow us on TikTok: @the1001crew

Early fans of The Black Keys will be delighted by the duo's latest release. ‘Peaches!' is the 14th studio album from the American rock duo, a live-recorded covers album returning to their blues roots. Chris Schulz joined Jack Tame to give his thoughts on the release. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thom and Jonny go on vacation with their wives for three days and write a song while they're there. Did they stay at the hotel because they had a good idea, or? 

Want to request a song? Tell us your rating? Send us a Text Message right now! Everybody was kung fu fighting… apparently.This week on 1001 Songs That Make You Want To Die, we break down the 1974 global hit Kung Fu Fighting by Carl Douglas — a song that somehow took over the world after being thrown together in about ten minutes.We get into: How this became one of the best-selling singles of all time  The bizarre story behind its recording  Lyrics that… really haven't aged well  And why does everyone in this song seem to be involved in one massive kung fu brawl Plus, we settle the important question: Could you actually survive a fight against Carl Douglas in his prime?Short answer… probably not.New episodes every week. Please tell your mates about the podcast and jump on Apple Podcasts/iTunes and give us a 5-star review!Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEBlessington Support the podcast when you buy a Blessington watch! Use the promo code “1001songs” at checkout. DUBBYDUBBY is declaring WAR on big Energy! Use the promo code "1001songs" at checkout for 10% off! Ghetto Bird StudioGhetto Bird Studio, a recording studio that pumps out big sounds. Located just south of WollongongDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1001songsthatmakeyouwanttodie/Follow us on TikTok: @the1001crew

Foo Fighters have dropped their twelfth album. ‘Your Favorite Toy' is a return to their punk-rock roots. It's high energy and fast and is the band's shortest album – beating ‘Medicine at Midnight' by nine seconds. Chris Schulz joined Jack Tame to share his thoughts on the album. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to Episode 67 of This Is Not Happening. An Album of the Month podcast. In Part 1, we do a deep drive review of our Album of the Month. This month Joey brings a slice of sophisticated, R&B tinged pop with Eliza's Jill latest album 'The Darkening Green'.In Part 2, we play Spin It or Bin It, we pick a theme and all pick songs that represent that theme. This month the theme is 'Sophisticated Pop'.          ------ Part 1 | Album of the Month | Eliza | The Darkening Green ------Eliza is an enigma. She has recorded under a different name but has been recording under 'Eliza' for the past 10 years or so.After 3 long, very complex albums on the pod we take a new direction, 9 tracks and 35 minutes of sophisticated pop, stylish soul driven vibes. Its full of grooves, it's full of tunes and its full of all of the emotions. I have become quite obsessed with this and am recommending it to everyone.Listen to the original album here.Read some interviews and bits here and here.If you love this album like I do ... buy it here.                   ---------------- Part 2 | Spin It or Bin It | New Music ---------------- The theme is Sophisticaed Pop ... but we also get a bit confused between this and 'sophisti-pop' and to be honest, Nolan looses his shit. The task is pick a track that fits the theme, the objective, get more 'spins' than your friends. We each pick four tracks for a 16 track play list . We then each pick select 1 track and ask the simple question 'Spin It Or Bin It'?Nolan chose 'Dance Little Sister' by Sanada Maitreya.David chose 'Uncertain Smile' by The The.Joey chose 'Sweetest Taboo' by Sade.Guy chose 'Hold me Now' by Thompson Twins.We've been writing the blog for years come and have a look - https://thisisnothappening.net/

Thom is a big fan of Philip's drums in this song, so much that he calls them sexy, and Nico gets hung up on what's in Thom's mouth while he wears a cowboy hat. Want to hear every episode, and see every video review? head to https://archive.org/details/headfullofradio

Want to request a song? Tell us your rating? Send us a Text Message right now! Everyone knows the YMCA. Few people have actually thought about it.This week on 1001 Songs That Make You Want To Die, we dive into one of the most recognisable songs ever written — and unpack what's really going on beneath the disco surface.We get into the story behind Village People, how the song came together, and why it became a global anthem despite never hitting #1 in the US.Along the way, we break down the lyrics, the cultural impact, and the interpretations that have followed the song for decades.And of course, we settle the only question that actually matters… Could you beat the Village People in a fight?New episodes every week. Please tell your mates about the podcast and jump on Apple Podcasts/iTunes and give us a 5-star review!Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEBlessington Support the podcast when you buy a Blessington watch! Use the promo code “1001songs” at checkout. DUBBYDUBBY is declaring WAR on big Energy! Use the promo code "1001songs" at checkout for 10% off! Ghetto Bird StudioGhetto Bird Studio, a recording studio that pumps out big sounds. Located just south of WollongongDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1001songsthatmakeyouwanttodie/Follow us on TikTok: @the1001crew

English singer-songwriter Holly Humberstone has released her second studio album, ‘Cruel World'. It's a shift for the artist, delving into a more upbeat pop sound, whilst dealing with themes of belonging, steadiness, repair, and discipline. The atmospheric style and intimacy of Humberstone's musical style has seen her compared to artists like Lorde and Bon Iver, and she herself has described her style as “quite self-exposing". Chris Schulz joined Jack Tame to give his thoughts on the new album. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Want to request a song? Tell us your rating? Send us a Text Message right now! This week, we take on Disco Duck — a song that proves the 70s were a lawless time.It's disco. It's a duck. It's somehow a number one hit.We unpack how this even got made, why it blew up, and whether anyone involved should've been stopped.Also: A brand new segment — Defend This Song or Die — launches in the worst possible way  Rick Dees steps into Could You Beat Them in a Fight? (questionable cardio, elite distraction tactics)  The duck voice… just gets worse the longer it goes If you've ever wondered how low the bar can go for a hit song, this is your answer. Please tell your mates about the podcast and jump on Apple Podcasts/iTunes and give us a 5-star review!Support the showFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1001songsthatmakeyouwanttodie/Follow us on TikTok: @the1001crew

Want to request a song? Tell us your rating? Send us a Text Message right now! Disco month is here… and we're starting with chaos.This week we're breaking down “It's Raining Men” by The Weather Girls — a song that sounds like pure joy, but quickly turns into one of the most unhinged scenarios we've ever tried to make sense of.Because when you actually think about it… This isn't a vibe. It's a full-blown disaster.We get into: The terrifying logistics of men falling from the sky (and what happens when they hit the ground)  Why you're being told to leave your umbrella at home (terrible advice)  The deeply questionable role of Mother Nature in all of this  And whether this is less “romantic miracle” and more “end-of-days event” Plus: Mad Dog gets thrown into the fight segment against BOTH Weather Girls — and for the first time ever… it's not looking good.It's disco. It's ridiculous. It's way darker than it has any right to be.Welcome to Disco Month. Please tell your mates about the podcast and jump on Apple Podcasts/iTunes and give us a 5-star review!Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEBlessington Support the podcast when you buy a Blessington watch! Use the promo code “1001songs” at checkout. DUBBYDUBBY is declaring WAR on big Energy! Use the promo code "1001songs" at checkout for 10% off! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1001songsthatmakeyouwanttodie/Follow us on TikTok: @the1001crew

UK singer-songwriter Arlo Parks has released her third studio album – Ambiguous Desire. It's a departure from her previous albums, both of which held more rock and alternative elements, whereas this one is filled with the sounds of nightlife – house, garage, and techno. Chris Schulz joined Jack Tame to share his thoughts on the album. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Want to request a song? Tell us your rating? Send us a Text Message right now! This week on 1001 Songs That Make You Want To Die, the boys dive into “I Just Might” by Bruno Mars — a track that somehow flies under the radar while still managing to spark strong opinions.We break down the lyrics line by line, unpack the story and background behind the song, and dig into the production choices that shape its sound. Along the way, things get sidetracked (as usual) with questionable theories, unnecessary deep dives, and a brutally honest look at whether this one deserves a place on the list.There's also the return of Could You Beat Them in a Fight?, a look at Bruno's career and cultural impact, and the final ratings that decide where this track lands.Is it underrated, overproduced, or just quietly forgettable? We'll let you decide.Tune in and suffer with us. Please tell your mates about the podcast and jump on Apple Podcasts/iTunes and give us a 5-star review!Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEBlessington Support the podcast when you buy a Blessington watch! Use the promo code “1001songs” at checkout. DUBBYDUBBY is declaring WAR on big Energy! Use the promo code "1001songs" at checkout for 10% off! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1001songsthatmakeyouwanttodie/Follow us on TikTok: @the1001crew

The ninth studio album from Swedish musician Robyn, ‘Sexistential' is a return to an earlier form. Unlike the softer sounds of her previous album ‘Honey', her latest release is reminiscent of her 2010 trilogy ‘Body Talk' – Robyn working with the same producer, Klas Åhlund, as she did on that project. In Chris Schulz's opinion, the album is easily the best pop album of the year so far, and he joined Jack Tame to share his full thoughts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Want to request a song? Tell us your rating? Send us a Text Message right now! In this episode of 1001 Songs That Make You Want To Die, the boys take on “Back To Friends” by Sombr — a song about that painfully awkward stage after a breakup where everyone pretends things are “fine”… but absolutely nothing is fine.What starts as a discussion about the song quickly spirals into a brutally honest look at the idea of going back to being friends with someone you've dated. Is it mature? Is it possible? Or is it just emotional torture dressed up as personal growth?Along the way, the guys pull apart the lyrics, question the emotional logic behind the whole situation, and somehow end up in the usual ridiculous territory — including another round of “Could You Beat Them in a Fight?”, where Sombr's hypothetical fighting abilities are put under the microscope.Expect relationship horror stories, questionable advice, and the kind of chaotic analysis that turns a breakup song into a full-blown psychological investigation.If you've ever tried to stay friends with an ex… this episode might make you reconsider that decision. Please tell your mates about the podcast and jump on Apple Podcasts/iTunes and give us a 5-star review!Support the showFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1001songsthatmakeyouwanttodie/Follow us on TikTok: @the1001crew

Gorillaz have returned with their ninth studio album. The Mountain was recorded across a range of locations, primarily India and London, and draws heavily from the Indian classical instrumentation, pairing it with the group's eclectic electronic and pop influences. It features performances in multiple different languages, including Arabic, English, Hindi, Spanish, and Yoruba, with themes of death, grief, and the afterlife threading through the album. Chris Schulz joined Jack Tame to share his thoughts on the release. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to Episode 66 of This Is Not Happening. An Album of the Month podcast. In Part 1, we do a deep drive review of our Album of the Month. This month David brings Neo-Soul back into focus with Jill Scott and her comeback album 'To Whom This May Concern.In Part 2, we play Spin It or Bin It, we pick a theme and all pick songs that represent that theme. This month the theme is 'Neo-Soul, and it's a belter.  ------ Part 1 | Album of the Month | Jill Scott | To Who This May Concern ------Jill Scott's debut was released in 2000, it played a big part in some of our lives. But most of us lost touch after this release. It's 26 years later and Jill has been through some shit.This album is big, it's a lot. There is a lot to take in digest and consider. It works big time for some of us ... not so much for others. Have a listen, let's get into this!Listen to the original album here.Tiny Desk concerts are getting better and better, here is Jill's.Watch some videos, interviews and performances here.                  ---------------- Part 2 | Spin It or Bin It | New Music ---------------- The theme is Neo-Soul, the task is pick a track that fits the theme, the objective, get more 'spins' than your friends. We each pick for tracks for a 16 track play list  (that is fire).We then each pick select 1 track and ask the simple question 'Spin It Or Bin It'?Guy chose 'Heard it all Before' by Sunshine Anderson.Nolan chose 'Serve this Royalty' by Cody Chesnutt.David chose 'Don't Mess with My Man' by Lucy Pearl.Joey chose 'Untitled (How Does It Feel) by D'Angelo.We've been writing the blog for years come and have a look - https://thisisnothappening.net/

Want to request a song? Tell us your rating? Send us a Text Message right now! In this episode of 1001 Songs That Make You Want To Die, the boys dive headfirst into “Pink Matter” by Frank Ocean — a slow, dreamy track that somehow spirals into one of the strangest conversations we've ever had on the show.What starts as a breakdown of the song quickly turns into chaos: questionable philosophy, uncomfortable lyrical analysis, and the usual descent into nonsense that only this podcast can deliver. Along the way, we dig into the song's background, the production behind it, and the weird cultural rabbit holes surrounding Ocean's music.Of course, no episode would be complete without “Could You Beat Them in a Fight?”, where we size up Frank Ocean against the hosts using highly scientific criteria like cardio, temperament under pressure, and willingness to fight dirty.Expect conspiracy theories, ridiculous arguments, and the kind of unhinged logic that makes you question how this podcast still exists.If you've ever wondered whether Pink Matter is deep, confusing, or just an excuse for the boys to completely derail the conversation… this episode has your answer.(Warning: contains strong opinions, terrible analysis, and absolutely no musical expertise.) Please tell your mates about the podcast and jump on Apple Podcasts/iTunes and give us a 5-star review!Support the showFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1001songsthatmakeyouwanttodie/Follow us on TikTok: @the1001crew

Want to request a song? Tell us your rating? Send us a Text Message right now! This week on 1001 Songs That Make You Want To Die, we take off with “Fly Away” by Tones and I.After busking her way up the East Coast and dropping one of the biggest songs in the world, Toni Watson followed it up with this glossy, motivational, “believe in yourself” anthem. It's big. It's theatrical. It's inspirational. It's also… slightly unhinged.We break down the lyrics, the “I had a dream that someday I would just fly away” optimism, and whether this is genuine empowerment or the musical equivalent of a Qantas ad at 6 am when you're emotionally vulnerable.We get into the production choices, the voice, the build, and the legacy. We check the charts. We spin the Fight Wheel.And yes, someone has to answer the most important question:Could you beat her in a fight?Strap in. We're leaving the runway.DUBBY DUBBY is declaring WAR on big Energy! Use the promo code "1001songs" at checkout for 10% off! Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEBlessington Support the podcast when you buy a Blessington watch! Use the promo code “1001songs” at checkout. DUBBYDUBBY is declaring WAR on big Energy! Use the promo code "1001songs" at checkout for 10% off! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1001songsthatmakeyouwanttodie/Follow us on TikTok: @the1001crew

Harry Styles has released his highly anticipated fourth album. ‘Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally' follows on from his 2022 album ‘Harry's House,' which won Album of the Year at the 65th Grammy Awards in 2023. It's a notable departure from his previous works, with heavy use of synthesisers and electronic elements – inspired, Styles says, by the music and performances of LCD Soundsystem. Chris Schulz joined Jack Tame to share his thoughts on the album. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A smooth, late-night collab sets the tone like a toast among friends: minimal, sultry, and quietly certain of its vision. IYWO brings the talents of I.M, Yoonseok, Wooki and OF'F to the forefront. From there we hit the gas with three girl-group cuts that turn confidence into choreography—each track a different weapon in your mood arsenal. Hearts2Hearts bring a 90s-club shimmer on RUDE!, where a crisp beat and cool harmonies frame the line we all wish we said sooner: call me rude, I could care less. It's boundary-setting you can dance to, catchy enough to stick, and subtle enough to feel effortless.IVE stride in next with BANG BANG, all spaghetti-western twang and bassline swagger. Think showdown energy without the shouting—polished pop that feels made for the stage, fan chants already echoing in your head. The hook lands like a hip-shot, the confidence is matter-of-fact, and the whole thing plays like a movie scene you get to direct. Then KiiiKiii flip the script with 404 (New Era), a deep-house, EDM-tinged anthem that asks for eye contact and presence. The error/era wordplay points to a bigger truth about screens and connection, and Tablo's production touch keeps the track sleek, human, and club-ready.Across these songs we trace a single thread: confidence can be quiet or loud, smoky or neon, but it's always yours to claim. Whether you need a decompressing night drive, a boundary anthem, or a cyber-cool pulse to cut through the noise, we've got you. Hit play for the full breakdown, then tell us which track powers your week. If you enjoyed the ride, follow the show, share it with a friend, and drop a review—your five stars help keep the music flowing and the archive growing.I.M Instagram IYWO Hearts2Hearts Instagram X Youtube RUDE!IVE Instagram X YouTube BANG BANGKiiiKiii Instagram X YouTube 404 (New Era)Support the showPlease help Music Elixir by rating, reviewing, and sharing the episode. We appreciate your support!Follow us on:TwitterInstagram BlueskyIf have questions, comments, or requests click on our form:Music Elixir FormDJ Panic Blog:OK ASIA

Want to request a song? Tell us your rating? Send us a Text Message right now! This week on 1001 Songs That Make You Want To Die, we dive headfirst into “Be Alright” by Dean Lewis — the heartbreak anthem that somehow became one of the most-streamed Australian songs of the 2010s.On the surface, it's a breakup ballad about betrayal, moving on, and your mate telling you to put the phone away. But when you really listen to the lyrics? It's confusing. It's melodramatic. It's packed with pronouns. And somehow, Robbo is still out on the veranda, punching a dart while offering relationship advice.We break down the verses, unpack the logic (or lack of it), question the emotional math, and of course spin the Fight Wheel to see which host has to step into the ring. There are odds. There are verdicts. There are potentially chaotic mauls.Is this song genuinely moving… or just expertly engineered sad-boy pop? Is “mate” ever acceptable in a chorus? And most importantly — will it really be alright?Probably not.DUBBY DUBBY is declaring WAR on big Energy! Use the promo code "1001songs" at checkout for 10% off! Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEDUBBYDUBBY is declaring WAR on big Energy! Use the promo code "1001songs" at checkout for 10% off! Blessington Support the podcast when you buy a Blessington watch! Use the promo code “1001songs” at checkout. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1001songsthatmakeyouwanttodie/Follow us on TikTok: @the1001crew

Want to request a song? Tell us your rating? Send us a Text Message right now! This week on 1001 Songs That Make You Want To Die, we take aim at Lips Are Movin by Megan Trainor — a song that somehow convinced the world it was quirky, empowering, and not just the same chorus shouted at us for three straight minutes.We break down how this track rode the post-All About That Bass wave, why the lyrics make absolutely no sense if you think about them for more than five seconds, and how Trainor built an entire pop empire on retro vibes and lyrical confidence that may or may not be earned.There's production chat, pop culture context, questionable messaging, and the important stuff — like whether Megan Trainor could beat one of our hosts in a fight.Was this song harmless fun, or a crime against radio listeners everywhere?Press play and let us complain properly.DUBBY DUBBY is declaring WAR on big Energy! Use the promo code "1001songs" at checkout for 10% off! Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEDUBBYDUBBY is declaring WAR on big Energy! Use the promo code "1001songs" at checkout for 10% off! Blessington Support the podcast when you buy a Blessington watch! Use the promo code “1001songs” at checkout. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1001songsthatmakeyouwanttodie/Follow us on TikTok: @the1001crew

Welcome to Episode 65 of This Is Not Happening. An Album of the Month podcast. In Part 1, we review our Album of the Month. This month Nolan brings a big chunk of country (or is Heartland Rock?) with Zach Bryan's latest release 'With Heaven On Top'.In Part 2, we play Spin It or Bin It, we pick a theme and all pick songs that represent that theme. This month the theme is 'New Music', tracks released since January 1st.__________Part 1 | Album of the Month | Zach Bryan | With Heave On Top ____________Zach Bryan is a relatively divisive, country artist who is HUGE in the states but can his latest album help him become (even more of) a global superstar? At 25 tracks and 1hr 18 mins he's giving the album every chance of making an impact.This album has genuine, authentic heart. It's length is a big talking point, so is it's genre, is it country? Americana? Something else?Listen to the original album here.Listen to the acoustic version released 3 days after the original here.Watch an interesting conversation with Bryan and Springsteen here.       ___________________Part 2 | Spin It or Bin It | New Music _____________________Every 3 months we pick the theme 'New Music' and each pick 4 tracks that have been released in the last 2 month. Listen to our 16 track play list that we created for the New Music theme.We then each pick select 1 track and ask the simple question 'Spin It Or Bin It'?Joey chose 'Aperture' by Harry Styles.David chose 'Miami' by Pigeon.Nolan chose 'Milk, Blue' by Pem.Guy chose 'Out of Phase' by Alexis Taylor and Lola KirkeWe've been writing the blog for years come and have a look - https://thisisnothappening.net/

Last week's podcast discussing the current state of music journalism ruffled some feathers, to put it mildly. So this week Gav and James invite former Kerrang! editor-in-chief Sam Coare on to address the fallout. “Round Two. Fight!”Buy your We Lost The Sea tickets: https://www.seetickets.com/tour/we-lost-the-seaAnd your pod merch: www.nomad-stores.com/collections/2-promoters-1-podWe go again, every Thursday morning.

Gav has had plenty to say on the pod about the declining quality of ballsy music journalism in the UK with talented scribes being reduced to hired hacks, used for the whims and wants of overbearing PR agencies, record labels and the bands and they represent. But now it's time for those wordsmiths to fight back and have their say on how they view the industry in which they ply their trade.Part one, in what will no doubt be a series of pulling back the curtain on music journalism, features former Independent writer, serial podcaster and Metal Hammer talent Remfry Dedman.Buy your We Lost The Sea tickets: https://www.seetickets.com/tour/we-lost-the-seaAnd your pod merch: www.nomad-stores.com/collections/2-promoters-1-podWe go again, every Thursday morning.

In the news today- MSU gymnastics fall to UCLA at Breslin Center, Peace Warriors of MSU protest ICE after killing of Renee Good, and We Belong Together | “Aperture” by Harry Styles. 

Well hello there, and yes, it is time for a super-sized episode of Rhythm Encounter to celebrate many of the excellent RPG soundtracks, arrangements, and more from 2025. That's right, it's Music of the Year 2025 time! With four panelists who each brought on three songs, this is certainly our longest episode in awhile. That's why we're releasing it a bit ahead of schedule, so there's more time to listen before our next episode. So join us for a walk down a very recent memory lane, and be sure to let us know what your favorite 2025 music was!Featuring: Mike Salbato, Patrick Gann, Matt Wardell, Paul Skevington; Edited by Jono LoganTracklistPat's Picks0:03:24 - Battle Theme / Final Fantasy XI (comp. Naoshi Mizuta, arr. Kyota.) - #SQkawaii Sounds -Final Fantasy-0:17:21 - Field of Hopes and Dreams (comp. Toby Fox, arr./perf. Trevor Alan Gomes) - Deltarune Piano Collections: Volume 10:28:33 - Spiritual Rainstorm (Kazuki Yanagawa) - Atelier Yumia ~The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land~Paul's Picks0:43:21 - Lune (Lorien Testard, Alice Duport-Percier) - Clair Obscur: Expedition 331:01:02 - Doomed City (Darren Korb) - Hades II1:24:31 - KIKIKAITAI (Murasaki & Kanna Katata) - Urban Myth Dissolution CenterMatt's Music1:37:11 - Toward Unseen Horizons (Miwako Chinone) - Monster Hunter Wilds1:50:04 - The Clear Blue Sky (Tsukasa [aka Yosuke Hatakeyama]) - Lies of P: Overture2:05:22 - Emil (comp. MONACA, arr. Hiroyuki Nakayama) - NieR: Piano JourneysMike's Music2:22:14 - Lavos' Theme (comp. Yasunori Mitsuda, arr. Shogo Nomura) - Chrono Trigger Piano Soundscape Arrangement2:36:55 - The Baron of Mount Holly (Trigg & Gusset) - Blue Prince3:00:38 - Roses of May (Dawntrail) (comp. Nobuo Uematsu, arr. Masayoshi Soken) - Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail EP 63:24:32 - Group Bonus Track!Album links for places to buy, stream, and more are available in our post on RPGFan.Get in Touch:RPGFan.comRPGFan ShopEmail us: music@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomBluesky: @rpgfan.bsky.socialInstagram: @rpgfancomThreads: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancom

It's 2026 and Gav and James are ready to go again but there's one small festive task to wrap up… the best albums of 2025.Surely they agree on most of the top ten, right? Right?We go again, every Thursday morning.

Given the monumental releases throughout most of 2025, it would be easy to think we saw the best of what last year had to offer by September. But nay! The last quarter of 2025 graced us with many excellent releases, and today we discuss a couple of arrangement albums worth your time, plus four brand-new games and their associated soundtracks that you won't want to miss out on. As always, find links in our show notes and on RPGFan.com to see all of our Q4 considerations, places to buy and stream, and more!Featuring: Mike Salbato, Hilary Andreff, Patrick Gann; Edited by Mike SalbatoTracklist0:16:10 - Legendary Hero (comp. Koji Kondo, arr. ROZEN) - Ballads of Hyrule III0:25:41 - Into the Thick of It (comp. Hiroki Kikuta, arr. Torsten Rasch, perf. Mischa Cheung) - Piano Fantasies – music from SQUARE ENIX0:42:03 - Tuesday Overworld (Investigation) (Kurt Feldman) - Demonschool0:51:58 - Searching Room (Joey Lopes) - Detective Instinct: Farewell, My Beloved1:02:55 - Intergalactic Convertible (Andrew Arcadi) - Dispatch1:16:07 - Green River (Gareth Coker) - AbsolumAlbum links for places to buy, stream, and more are available in our post on RPGFan.Get in Touch:RPGFan.comRPGFan ShopEmail us: music@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomBluesky: @rpgfan.bsky.socialInstagram: @rpgfancomThreads: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancom

We're getting festive today on Rhythm Encounter, but maybe not in the way you'd expect. It's the end of year holiday season, and we are taking inspiration from a holiday that celebrates another thing I like as much as video game music: books! Jólabókaflóðið — which roughly translates to "Christmas book flood" — is an Icelandic Christmas Eve tradition where people gift each other books and stay up reading them, possibly with a nice hot cocoa. We thought this was a great opportunity to provide some excellent video game music to pair with various authors, genres, and specific reads. Please join our assembled panel of connoisseurs as we discuss the two together. Happy reading, listening, and holidays!Featuring: Hilary Andreff, Rob White, Audra Bowling, and Matt Wardell; Edited by Mike SalbatoLinks and books mentioned in this episodeJólabókaflóðið official siteBetween Two Fires - Chris Buehlman (The Road x Dark Souls)Blade Runner “Ash” Comic Series (2019, 2029, 2039) - Michael Green and Mike JohnsonBrave Story - Miyuki MiyabeChronicles of the Avatar Series - F.C. Lee (Kyoshi and Yangcheng duologies) and Randy Ribay (Roku duology)The City and the City - China Miéville (Disco Elysium adjacent)Colourless Tsukuru Tazaki and his Years of Pilgrimage - Haruki MurakamiFifteen Dogs - Andre Alexis (Gods give dogs human intelligence)Legend of Exorcism: Tianbao Fuyao Lu Series - Fei Tian Ye XiangLegends & Lattes - Travis BaldreeThe Little Prince - Antoine de Saint-ExupéryThe Midnight Library - Matt HaigNorwegian Wood - Haruki MurakamiPandora's Star - Peter F. HamiltonThe Pillars of the Earth - Ken FollettPiranesi - Susanna ClarkeThe Shadow on the Glass - Ian IrvineShakespeare's Tremor and Orwell's Cough - John J. Ross, M.D.TracklistIn Search of Lost Time0:12:26 - Before the Fall (Laurence Chapman) - Heaven's Vault0:23:05 - Last Silhouette (Masafumi Takada) - Digimon Story: Time StrangerThe Canterbury Tales 0:33:55 - Adventure of the Would-be Hero (Oliver Good) - Voice of Cards: The Isle Dragon Roars0:45:32 - Sic arsit historia kiersis (Alkemie) - PentimentThe Left Hand of Darkness0:57:42 - Voices from the Abyss (Izumi Wu, Rizet Tseng, Hong Zhang Su) - Xuan-Yuan Sword 71:12:29 - The Insulindian Miracle (Sea Power) - Disco ElysiumA Scanner Darkly1:23:55 - Signal Haze (Amos Roddy) - Citizen Sleeper1:35:17 - When Mother Was There (Shoji Meguro) - Persona 51:52:40 - Matt's Bonus Track!Album links for places to buy, stream, and more are available in our post on RPGFan.Get in Touch:RPGFan.comRPGFan ShopEmail us: music@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomBluesky: @rpgfan.bsky.socialInstagram: @rpgfancomThreads: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancom

Welcome back Heavyists we've got a bloody massive one for you this week, Sonny tells us all about his highlights from Damnation 2025, we discuss albums from Lamp of Murmuur, Veilburner, Excide (and a cheeky little bit about Predeceased) as well as Brutal News from Converge, Moon Tooth and Godeater also - if you like what we do you can see our faces as we discuss it on our lovely Youtube page! Maybe consider popping over there and watching aswell as listening - you can see our handsome faces! Join the Discord! It's full of people sharing sick heavy music all the time.

In the distant past of 2021, our panel on Rhythm Encounter 74 chose songs based around eight elements of their choosing. Today we follow up on this elemental idea, but focused on four core elements of water, earth, fire, and air. With each element represented by two people, we compare and contrast each others' approaches. Where could we take the concept next? Let us know!Featuring: Mike Salbato, Hilary Andreff, Matt Wardell, Audra Bowling; Edited by Mike SalbatoLinks for this episodeRhythm Encounter 74 - It's Elemental, My Dear WattsThirsty Suitors Game dev tries re-enacting OWN GAME in real lifeChinese Traditional Erhu Music Vol. 1 - Lei QiangXeen Music on BandcampFor Long Tomorrow by toe on YouTubeTo Be Hero X Character Songs on YouTubeTracklistWater (Go With the Flow!)0:11:56 - Verdant Overflow (Darren Malley) - Mythic Ocean0:14:37 - Currents (Miki Higashino, arr. Yoko Ueno, vocals KOKIA) - Genso Suikoden II Music Collection ~Orrizonte~/Genso Suikogaiden Vol. 1: Swordsman of HarmoniaEarth (We Will Rock You!)0:30:04 - Earth Dancer (Noriyuki Asakura) - Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma0:36:03 - Vagrant Song (Appalachia) [feat. Jillian Aversa] (Ryan Ike) - Where the Water Tastes Like Wine Fire (Get Out of the Kitchen!)0:54:02 - Destiny of Love (Inon Zur feat. Aubrey Ashburn) - Dragon Age II: Epic Times0:57:27 - Bhangra Battle (Marskye) - Thirsty SuitorsAir (This Will Blow Your Socks Off!)1:14:41 - Dragonhead Island (Tsukasa Usui) - The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom1:18:00 - A Moment with Zelda (Takeshi Hama) - The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword1:41:32 - Matt's Bonus Track!Album links for places to buy, stream, and more are available in our post on RPGFan.Get in Touch:RPGFan.comRPGFan ShopEmail us: music@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomBluesky: @rpgfan.bsky.socialInstagram: @rpgfancomThreads: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancom