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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 dives deep into the massive success of PinkPantheress and Zara Larsson's "Stateside + Zara Larsson" remix in this segment. Originally from PinkPantheress' 2025 mixtape Fancy That, the track blends big beat, drum & bass, and R&B with themes of early-crush longing and touring romance. The October 10, 2025 remix—part of the Fancy Some More? LP—reworked production for a bubblegum, Bratz-coded vibe, standing out among features from Kylie Minogue, Bladee, and Groove Armada.The January 2026 music video, directed by Charlotte Rutherford, delivered a creative "battle of aesthetics": PinkPantheress' tartan/red dream world vs. Larsson's sequin/glitter Midnight Sun style, with mannequins and a symbolic barrier collapse uniting their visions—racking up over 10 million views in under 10 days and 13+ million soon after.The real catalyst hit February 21, 2026, when Olympic gold medalist Alysa Liu (first American woman to win women's figure skating gold since 2002) performed to the remix at the 2026 Winter Olympics Exhibition Gala in Milan. Zara Larsson reacted on TikTok, sparking viral choreography recreations. Luminate data showed an 88% U.S. on-demand streaming surge to ~1.8 million daily streams by February 23.Chart dominance followed: Billboard Hot 100 peak at #30 (debut #100), #1 on US Hot Dance/Pop Songs and US Spotify (1.57M+ daily peak, dethroning Bad Bunny), top 10 on Apple Music US. UK Singles Chart #3 (PinkPantheress' 3rd top-20), plus strong peaks in Canada (#22), Sweden (#9), Australia (#11), and global Spotify #2–3 range.This ties into PinkPantheress' historic 2026 BRIT Producer of the Year win—the first woman and youngest ever—plus her first Grammy nods. For Zara Larsson, it fueled major U.S. resurgence alongside "Lush Life" revival.Analytic Dreamz breaks down the streaming-driven rise, Y2K nostalgia cycle, remix strategy impact, critical praise (NME, Rolling Stone, Pitchfork highlighting the UKG revival), and cultural significance of this viral worlds-collide moment.Tune in for the full analysis on Analytic Dreamz—unfiltered takes on pop's biggest breakthroughs.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/exclusive-contentPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jimmy and Johnny are on the show to coincide with a new album and upcoming gig: https://www.instagram.com/theothers_853/Full show with songs: https://www.mixcloud.com/IslingtonRadio/22-grand-pod-best-of-the-00s-with-jimmy-and-johnny-the-others-20022026/ ------22 Grand Pod is on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/22grandpodOff the back of the main pod, we are creating Patreon only bonus content. For £3 a month you will get:The 00's Deep Dive: Taking a look back at the likes of the Stalking Pete Doherty documentary and going through them in painful detail. As well as going through NME Awards from back in the day and discussing what happened.My Favourite 00's Songs: Inviting patrons and other guests to come on the podcast to talk about their favourite songs, albums or moments from back in the day.Legend or Landfill: We go through NME's top 10 albums of each year and see if we think they are indeed Legendary or for the Landfill.Fans Stories: Talking to people about their memories and opinions on all things 00's.Unsigned Stories: Chatting with bands that didn't quite 'make it' in terms of signing that elusive record deal.Patrons will also get early access to any main pod episodesMerch etc: https://www.redbubble.com/people/22grandpod/shop?asc=uAlso check the YouTube channel for extended video versions of the interviews and much more: https://bit.ly/3Ts7Wu1And 22 Grand Pod on Islington Radio: https://www.mixcloud.com/IslingtonRadio/playlists/22-grand-pod/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ni Maxine is an award-winning Neo-jazz singer-songwriter based in Liverpool who has cemented herself as a rising star in the UK jazz scene. Championed across the NME, Jazz FM and the EFG London Jazz Festival, Ni is celebrated for her conscious, rich and resonant musical storytelling. ‘The Jazz Club's' Jake Hart caught up with Ni to discuss the release of her debut EP ‘Mother's Arms', her upcoming UK tour, her journey to find community within music and the Liverpool jazz scene.   For more information and to keep up to date with Ni Maxine visit her website - https://www.nimaxine.com/ 

Chris is on the podcast ahead of the band's reunion gig later this year as we talk origins of the band, Hollywood parties, and answer the many fan questions..------22 Grand Pod is on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/22grandpodOff the back of the main pod, we are creating Patreon only bonus content. For £3 a month you will get:The 00's Deep Dive: Taking a look back at the likes of the Stalking Pete Doherty documentary and going through them in painful detail. As well as going through NME Awards from back in the day and discussing what happened.My Favourite 00's Songs: Inviting patrons and other guests to come on the podcast to talk about their favourite songs, albums or moments from back in the day.Legend or Landfill: We go through NME's top 10 albums of each year and see if we think they are indeed Legendary or for the Landfill.Fans Stories: Talking to people about their memories and opinions on all things 00's.Unsigned Stories: Chatting with bands that didn't quite 'make it' in terms of signing that elusive record deal.Patrons will also get early access to any main pod episodesMerch etc: https://www.redbubble.com/people/22grandpod/shop?asc=uAlso check the YouTube channel for extended video versions of the interviews and much more: https://bit.ly/3Ts7Wu1And 22 Grand Pod on Islington Radio: https://www.mixcloud.com/IslingtonRadio/playlists/22-grand-pod/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Full Video: https://open.spotify.com/episode/43eGHVCmHupgnI6XScc9xq?si=T5Ub_gNgQjyLcxFmHoRsPwLinktree: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠In this exclusive Notorious Mass Effect segment, host Analytic Dreamz dives deep into his all-time favorite game, Mass Effect 2—a masterpiece of sci-fi gaming available only to NME+ subscribers.Analytic Dreamz explores why BioWare's 2010 action RPG sequel remains legendary: revived Commander Shepard assembles a diverse squad for a desperate suicide mission against the Collectors. Improved third-person shooter combat, deep loyalty missions, branching Paragon/Renegade choices, romances, and permadeath consequences create unparalleled player impact. Imported saves from Mass Effect 1 carry over decisions, enhancing replayability in this 25-40 hour single-player epic.Critically acclaimed with a 96/100 Metacritic score, winning Game of the Year awards, and praised for unforgettable characters, voice acting, and cinematic storytelling. Originally on Xbox 360, PC, and PS3, it's now enhanced in the Mass Effect Legendary Edition with 4K visuals and all DLC included.Join Analytic Dreamz as he breaks down the plot, gameplay refinements, squad dynamics, and enduring legacy of this iconic title.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/exclusive-contentPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

"Happy Birthday, Peter Hook" There's nothing about Peter Hook that I can tell you you don't already know, so let's just do a refresher run through his musical CV. In the late '70s Hook formed Joy Division with childhood pal Bernard Sumner after the two friends saw the Sex Pistols play in Manchester. The band only put out two albums and one of those albums, the legendary Closer was put out two months after the band had ceased to b,e due to the suicide of singer Ian Curtis on the eve of Joy Division's debut US/Canada tour. Rechristened New Order and consisting of the remaining members of Joy Division plus keyboardist Gillian Gilbert, New Order blended jittery post-punk rhythms with dance music. The result? Well, you know the result. They were one of the biggest bands of the '80s, spawning hits like True Faith, The Perfect Kiss, Subculture and Blue Monday, which was the biggest selling 12-inch of all time. It might still be. New Order dominated the '80s, but the '90s weren't too shabby—they had a #1 UK hit with World In Motion in 1990 and they had their biggest US hit with “Regret” in 1993. They kept crushing it, putting out Get Ready in 2001 and collaborating with Billy Corgan and Bobby Gillespie of Primal Scream. They were given the Godlike Genius award at the 2005 NME awards and got nominated for a Grammy in 2006 for Guilt Is a Useless Emotion. Then things got a bit sour, with Hook leaving the band in 2007 and forming his own outfit Peter Hook and the Light, a band that featured his son Jack and much to his fans delight, revisited the Joy Division and New Order songbooks. Over the course of his career Hook has worked with The Stone Roses, and Perry Farrell, he toured with the Durutti Column, put out albums with Revenge and Monaco and wrote one of the best music books ever: Substance; Inside New Order. This is a partial list, btw. Almost a partial partial list because when it comes to Peter Hook, there's a lot of ground to cover. But these are the basics. Do a deeper dive after you hear the show—the guy is a titan. As for his split with New Order and his boyhood pal Bernard, we don't have time to go over the legal end of that dissolution, so let's just say this. If you're hoping for a reunion you're wasting your good hope energy. Not going to happen. As a bassist, he plays with an authoritative blend of prowl and sting and not only is he one of the all time greats, he also happens to be a nice guy. This chat covers his fractured friendship with Sumner, why the New Order/Joy Division songbooks appeal to fans across generations and what Hooky has learned from his old material. www.peterhookandthelight.live www.bombshellradio.com www.embersarts.com www.stereoembersmagazine.com www.alexgreenbooks.com Stereo Embers The Podcast Twitter: @emberseditor Instagram: @emberspodcast Email: editor@stereoembersmagazine.com

영국의 음악 매체 NME가 올해의 유망주 명단을 발표했는데, 하츠투하츠와 키키 등 케이팝 가수 다섯 팀이 이름을 올렸습니다.NME는 현지 시간 …

Toby Manning joins the Coming From Left Field Podcast to discuss his book, “Mixing Pop and Politics: A Marxist History of Popular Music,” a sweeping, theory-driven history of commercial popular music from the 1950s to today. Dr. Manning traces how popular music doesn't float above politics but is shaped by – and responds to – capitalism, class struggle, race, empire, and changing economic regimes from Fordism/New Deal social democracy to neoliberalism and austerity. Rather than a narrow history of “protest songs,” he reads big-selling hits and major genres (rock and roll, Motown, soul, reggae, punk, post-punk, hip-hop, grunge, electronic dance music, contemporary pop) as expressions of dominant ideology, resistance, and contradiction inside a profit-driven culture industry. Drawing on Marxist concepts such as alienation, ideology, and dialectics, he shows how music both reflects the world and helps people imagine alternatives. Toby Manning is a British writer, journalist, critic, and educator based in London. He describes himself as a “professional music geek.” Dr. Manning was born and grew up in North Wales and lived in various parts of the UK before settling in London. He holds a PhD in English and Creative Writing from The Open University, completed in 2015, and much of his later work has developed from his doctoral research. He has written for major UK music and cultural publications such as NME, Q, Mojo, The Word, The Guardian, The Quietus , New Statesman, Red Pepper, and The Big Issue. He has also contributed to journals and essay collections, including work on The Velvet Underground and Talking Heads.   Resources: Order the book: https://www.amazon.com/Mixing-Pop-Politics-Marxist-History/dp/1913462676  Twitter/X: @TobyManning Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TobyLManning/ Spotify Playlists: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6SzgjiHOtNowpny0zqkixQ?si=a0f8a7ad38f642a2 https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7As7CSf79iXtQ6p8SCNODL?si=e2bebc6ec514442d https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0mki0qN9TeIxiTn8kfZH1Z?si=923e5c9ee6154dc7   Greg's Blog: http://zzs-blg.blogspot.com/ Greg's Article on Coltrane: https://mltoday.com/coltrane-s-revolutionary-musical-journey/ Pat's Substack: https://patcummings.substack.com/   mixingpopandpolitics#marxisthistoryofpopularmusic#tobymanning#popmusicandcapitalism#marxismandmusic#historyofrockandroll#punkandpolitics#hiphopandclass#popularmusicideology#fordismandculture#neoliberalismandmusic#protestmusic#musicandsocialchange#musicandalienation#politicalmusichistory#PatCummings#PatrickCummings#GregGodels#ZZBlog#ComingFromLeftField#ComingFromLeftFieldPodcast#zzblog#mltoday

Juanita is on the podcast as we look back at how the band made the 'leap of faith' to move to England from Australia, look forward to their new album (out this month) and everything in-between..https://www.instagram.com/howlingbells------22 Grand Pod is on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/22grandpodOff the back of the main pod, we are creating Patreon only bonus content. For £3 a month you will get:The 00's Deep Dive: Taking a look back at the likes of the Stalking Pete Doherty documentary and going through them in painful detail. As well as going through NME Awards from back in the day and discussing what happened.My Favourite 00's Songs: Inviting patrons and other guests to come on the podcast to talk about their favourite songs, albums or moments from back in the day.Legend or Landfill: We go through NME's top 10 albums of each year and see if we think they are indeed Legendary or for the Landfill.Fans Stories: Talking to people about their memories and opinions on all things 00's.Unsigned Stories: Chatting with bands that didn't quite 'make it' in terms of signing that elusive record deal.Patrons will also get early access to any main pod episodesMerch etc: https://www.redbubble.com/people/22grandpod/shop?asc=uAlso check the YouTube channel for extended video versions of the interviews and much more: https://bit.ly/3Ts7Wu1And 22 Grand Pod on Islington Radio: https://www.mixcloud.com/IslingtonRadio/playlists/22-grand-pod/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Full Video: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6lZC8UJf5kULgQTKtprsAj?si=d6qihr3ET0eZbzDOX1K8mQLinktree: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠In this exclusive Notorious Mass Effect segment, host Analytic Dreamz dives deep into his all-time favorite game, Mass Effect 2—a masterpiece of sci-fi gaming available only to NME+ subscribers.Analytic Dreamz explores why BioWare's 2010 action RPG sequel remains legendary: revived Commander Shepard assembles a diverse squad for a desperate suicide mission against the Collectors. Improved third-person shooter combat, deep loyalty missions, branching Paragon/Renegade choices, romances, and permadeath consequences create unparalleled player impact. Imported saves from Mass Effect 1 carry over decisions, enhancing replayability in this 25-40 hour single-player epic.Critically acclaimed with a 96/100 Metacritic score, winning Game of the Year awards, and praised for unforgettable characters, voice acting, and cinematic storytelling. Originally on Xbox 360, PC, and PS3, it's now enhanced in the Mass Effect Legendary Edition with 4K visuals and all DLC included.Join Analytic Dreamz as he breaks down the plot, gameplay refinements, squad dynamics, and enduring legacy of this iconic title.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

"Fighting Fit" For a little over a delicious decade the London band Gene put out four glorious albums. And since we're here and we have time, let me name them: Olympian, Drawn To The Deep End, Revelations and Libertine. From 1993 to 2004, the band's resume just kept building: They were on the cover of Melody Maker and the NME the latter of who also gave them the inaugural BRAT award for Best New Band, they headlined the Reading Festival, played Glastonbury, toured Europe, Japan and the U.S., logged top twenty singles, put out a killer live album called Rising For Sunset, sold hundreds of thousands of albums and played a legendary sold-out show with a full orchestra at London's Albert Hall. Behind the Welsh- born Martin Rossiter, Gene's crunchy blast of melodic muscle and poetic pounce made them one of the most unforgettable bands around but all good things come to an end and by 2004, the band called it a day. A one-off reunion in 2008 was the only blip on the Gene radar until now. Celebrating the 30th anniversary of Olympian, in October of 2025 all four original members of Gene reconvened at the Apolo in London and blew the place apart and sounding positively ageless. What happened next? Well, fans wanted more so more was given in the form of 2026 March dates in Nottingham, Glasgow, Bristol, Dublin and Manchester. www.geneoffical.com (http://www.geneoffical.com) www.bombshellradio.com www.stereoembersmagazine.com (http://www.stereoembersmagazine.com) www.alexgreenbooks.com (http://www.alexgreenbooks.com) Instagram + Bluesky: @emberspodcast Email: editor@stereoembersmagazine.com

On this show I was joined by creative consultant Scott Jones who was responsible for putting together some of the 00s most iconic album covers and artwork, including Arctic Monkeys debut album for which Scott has put together an exhibition named Don't Believe The Hype at the British Music Experience in Liverpool marking 20 years of the album with behind the curtain artefacts and much more. There's also a Q&A at the exhibition on the 11th February which will be hosted by me with Scott, Andy Nicholson and cover star Chris McClure which should make for a great night of nostalgia. Head to the British Music Experience website for more details: https://www.britishmusicexperience.com/dontbelievethehype Full radio show with songs: https://www.mixcloud.com/IslingtonRadio/22-grand-pod-best-of-the-00s-with-scott-jones-early-arctic-monkeys-artwork-designer-more/------22 Grand Pod is on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/22grandpodOff the back of the main pod, we are creating Patreon only bonus content. For £3 a month you will get:The 00's Deep Dive: Taking a look back at the likes of the Stalking Pete Doherty documentary and going through them in painful detail. As well as going through NME Awards from back in the day and discussing what happened.My Favourite 00's Songs: Inviting patrons and other guests to come on the podcast to talk about their favourite songs, albums or moments from back in the day.Legend or Landfill: We go through NME's top 10 albums of each year and see if we think they are indeed Legendary or for the Landfill.Fans Stories: Talking to people about their memories and opinions on all things 00's.Unsigned Stories: Chatting with bands that didn't quite 'make it' in terms of signing that elusive record deal.Patrons will also get early access to any main pod episodesMerch etc: https://www.redbubble.com/people/22grandpod/shop?asc=uAlso check the YouTube channel for extended video versions of the interviews and much more: https://bit.ly/3Ts7Wu1And 22 Grand Pod on Islington Radio: https://www.mixcloud.com/IslingtonRadio/playlists/22-grand-pod/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Full Video: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3s2Ooni5uxdUNe6hSNfCUG?si=eE4yUI02TiOL5U4cladl9QLinktree: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠⁠⁠⁠Join The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠In this exclusive Notorious Mass Effect segment, host Analytic Dreamz dives deep into his all-time favorite game, Mass Effect 2—a masterpiece of sci-fi gaming available only to NME+ subscribers.Analytic Dreamz explores why BioWare's 2010 action RPG sequel remains legendary: revived Commander Shepard assembles a diverse squad for a desperate suicide mission against the Collectors. Improved third-person shooter combat, deep loyalty missions, branching Paragon/Renegade choices, romances, and permadeath consequences create unparalleled player impact. Imported saves from Mass Effect 1 carry over decisions, enhancing replayability in this 25-40 hour single-player epic.Critically acclaimed with a 96/100 Metacritic score, winning Game of the Year awards, and praised for unforgettable characters, voice acting, and cinematic storytelling. Originally on Xbox 360, PC, and PS3, it's now enhanced in the Mass Effect Legendary Edition with 4K visuals and all DLC included.Join Analytic Dreamz as he breaks down the plot, gameplay refinements, squad dynamics, and enduring legacy of this iconic title.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Full Video: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5AvtVY4bKesqpW3NV9ESxA?si=V-ROnK2EQpae6KiriDWpygLinktree: ⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠⁠⁠Join The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: ⁠⁠⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠In this exclusive Notorious Mass Effect segment, host Analytic Dreamz dives deep into his all-time favorite game, Mass Effect 2—a masterpiece of sci-fi gaming available only to NME+ subscribers.Analytic Dreamz explores why BioWare's 2010 action RPG sequel remains legendary: revived Commander Shepard assembles a diverse squad for a desperate suicide mission against the Collectors. Improved third-person shooter combat, deep loyalty missions, branching Paragon/Renegade choices, romances, and permadeath consequences create unparalleled player impact. Imported saves from Mass Effect 1 carry over decisions, enhancing replayability in this 25-40 hour single-player epic.Critically acclaimed with a 96/100 Metacritic score, winning Game of the Year awards, and praised for unforgettable characters, voice acting, and cinematic storytelling. Originally on Xbox 360, PC, and PS3, it's now enhanced in the Mass Effect Legendary Edition with 4K visuals and all DLC included.Join Analytic Dreamz as he breaks down the plot, gameplay refinements, squad dynamics, and enduring legacy of this iconic title.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Full Video: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5AvtVY4bKesqpW3NV9ESxA?si=V-ROnK2EQpae6KiriDWpygLinktree: ⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠⁠⁠Join The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: ⁠⁠⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠In this exclusive Notorious Mass Effect segment, host Analytic Dreamz dives deep into his all-time favorite game, Mass Effect 2—a masterpiece of sci-fi gaming available only to NME+ subscribers.Analytic Dreamz explores why BioWare's 2010 action RPG sequel remains legendary: revived Commander Shepard assembles a diverse squad for a desperate suicide mission against the Collectors. Improved third-person shooter combat, deep loyalty missions, branching Paragon/Renegade choices, romances, and permadeath consequences create unparalleled player impact. Imported saves from Mass Effect 1 carry over decisions, enhancing replayability in this 25-40 hour single-player epic.Critically acclaimed with a 96/100 Metacritic score, winning Game of the Year awards, and praised for unforgettable characters, voice acting, and cinematic storytelling. Originally on Xbox 360, PC, and PS3, it's now enhanced in the Mass Effect Legendary Edition with 4K visuals and all DLC included.Join Analytic Dreamz as he breaks down the plot, gameplay refinements, squad dynamics, and enduring legacy of this iconic title.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Full Video: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0KlKzVr2xK5IRLtTYvzAeW?si=1tFI4pQJRRa07f7MZJ1zBwLinktree: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠⁠Join The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: ⁠⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠In this exclusive Notorious Mass Effect segment, host Analytic Dreamz dives deep into his all-time favorite game, Mass Effect 2—a masterpiece of sci-fi gaming available only to NME+ subscribers.Analytic Dreamz explores why BioWare's 2010 action RPG sequel remains legendary: revived Commander Shepard assembles a diverse squad for a desperate suicide mission against the Collectors. Improved third-person shooter combat, deep loyalty missions, branching Paragon/Renegade choices, romances, and permadeath consequences create unparalleled player impact. Imported saves from Mass Effect 1 carry over decisions, enhancing replayability in this 25-40 hour single-player epic.Critically acclaimed with a 96/100 Metacritic score, winning Game of the Year awards, and praised for unforgettable characters, voice acting, and cinematic storytelling. Originally on Xbox 360, PC, and PS3, it's now enhanced in the Mass Effect Legendary Edition with 4K visuals and all DLC included.Join Analytic Dreamz as he breaks down the plot, gameplay refinements, squad dynamics, and enduring legacy of this iconic title.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Chris Riou in conversation with David Eastaugh  https://www.facebook.com/claytowntroupe/?locale=en_GB The Claytown Troupe were formed in 1984 in Bristol by lead singer Christian Riou, who claimed in an NME interview that a local clairvoyant advised him to form a band called "the Clayton Troop" who would have success internationally and spend time in America. Between 1985 and 1987 the band were active on the Bristol live circuit supporting acts that included Fields of the Nephilim, Alien Sex Fiend and Chiefs of Relief. The line up changed in late 1987, and a new set of songs was written which became the album 'Through The Veil' After recruiting guitarist Adrian Bennett & bassist Paul Waterson they played as supporting act such as Salvation, Lightning Strikes.

The Big Beatles Sort Out Presents: The Big 60s Sort Out!Yes, for season 4 we have taken a look at the decade that made (or was made?) by The Beatles, by ranking every UK number one, looking for sneaky Beatles links, and generally putting ourselves in the world where they crafted their legacy.However! There is more! We have looked at the NME and Melody Maker unique hits, and now we are turning our attention to the Disc magazine chart in this one off special, covering several songs that haven't yet appeared anywhere else (you'll just have to listen to find out what!). And that's a wrap for Season 4! So have a happy festive period and New Year and we will be back in 2026 with season 5 (at some point)!If you want to view the complete series 4 singles chart plus these new entries, you can do so⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ here! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Garry has a new album out which can be found on all major platforms here (or search for 'Garry Abbott Music'):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Last Week In Limbo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠And here is Paul's band!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://goodgriefliverpool.bandcamp.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

today's program, the penultimate episode of 2025, was meant to be a full review and unboxing of the latest reissue of NME's 1986 classic (?) ‘Unholy Death' - a 7 LP + blu ray + coffee table book collection. Sadly, I misplaced my half dozen or so box cutters (these are like socks for me except they're much sharper and cause more damage when you find them inside pockets) and I cannot get the fucking box open. As such, I am only able to speculate as to the quality of the unreleased demos, the quality of the blu-rays and the sheer lavishness of the coffee table book. But when you have imaginations like yours and mine (or at least mine), pricey material goods are no match for the power of the human brain. That being said, I could really use a 7th box cutter.

Full Video: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0xoMZovIkcccO2abuQjoZ5?si=TZydOsOERI6hRatll5JDOQLinktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Join The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: ⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠In this exclusive Notorious Mass Effect segment, host Analytic Dreamz dives deep into his all-time favorite game, Mass Effect 2—a masterpiece of sci-fi gaming available only to NME+ subscribers.Analytic Dreamz explores why BioWare's 2010 action RPG sequel remains legendary: revived Commander Shepard assembles a diverse squad for a desperate suicide mission against the Collectors. Improved third-person shooter combat, deep loyalty missions, branching Paragon/Renegade choices, romances, and permadeath consequences create unparalleled player impact. Imported saves from Mass Effect 1 carry over decisions, enhancing replayability in this 25-40 hour single-player epic.Critically acclaimed with a 96/100 Metacritic score, winning Game of the Year awards, and praised for unforgettable characters, voice acting, and cinematic storytelling. Originally on Xbox 360, PC, and PS3, it's now enhanced in the Mass Effect Legendary Edition with 4K visuals and all DLC included.Join Analytic Dreamz as he breaks down the plot, gameplay refinements, squad dynamics, and enduring legacy of this iconic title.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Big Beatles Sort Out Presents: The Big 60s Sort Out!Yes, for season 4 we have taken a look at the decade that made (or was made?) by The Beatles, by ranking every UK number one, looking for sneaky Beatles links, and generally putting ourselves in the world where they crafted their legacy.However! There is more! We have looked at the NME unique hits, and now we are turning our attention to the Melody Maker chart in this one off special, covering several songs that haven't yet appeared anywhere else (you'll just have to listen to find out what!). Next week we will do the same with the 'Disc' chart before wrapping up for Xmas.If you want to view the complete series 4 singles chart plus these new entries, you can do so⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ here! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Garry has a new album out which can be found on all major platforms here (or search for 'Garry Abbott Music'):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Last Week In Limbo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠And here is Paul's band!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://goodgriefliverpool.bandcamp.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Rick is on the pod as we look back at how he became a freelance journalist for NME as a teenager in the 2000s, how he was the first to cover Arctic Monkeys for them and what the 'scene' was like to cover from the North.------22 Grand Pod is on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/22grandpodOff the back of the main pod, we are creating Patreon only bonus content. For £3 a month you will get:The 00's Deep Dive: Taking a look back at the likes of the Stalking Pete Doherty documentary and going through them in painful detail. As well as going through NME Awards from back in the day and discussing what happened.My Favourite 00's Songs: Inviting patrons and other guests to come on the podcast to talk about their favourite songs, albums or moments from back in the day.Legend or Landfill: We go through NME's top 10 albums of each year and see if we think they are indeed Legendary or for the Landfill.Fans Stories: Talking to people about their memories and opinions on all things 00's.Unsigned Stories: Chatting with bands that didn't quite 'make it' in terms of signing that elusive record deal.Patrons will also get early access to any main pod episodesMerch etc: https://www.redbubble.com/people/22grandpod/shop?asc=uAlso check the YouTube channel for extended video versions of the interviews and much more: https://bit.ly/3Ts7Wu1And 22 Grand Pod on Islington Radio: https://www.mixcloud.com/IslingtonRadio/playlists/22-grand-pod/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Full Video: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6zgI5wknEUMa6S6nuzPSxt?si=XFBBBBCBR3SFOMo9yfrRxwLinktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Join The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: ⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠ Analytic Dreamz goes hands-on with the closed alpha of Invincible VS, the brutal 3v3 tag-team fighter coming 2026 from Skybound Games and Quarter Up. First gameplay since the exclusive New York vlog (NME+ subscribers only). Expect raw impressions on rollback netcode, Overkill gore, combo potential, and how the cel-shaded cast (Steven Yeun, J.K. Simmons, Sandra Oh reprising roles) feels in actual matches.Segment also covers the complete Invincible gaming landscape: the separate AAA open-world project still in active development, the current state of mobile RPG Invincible: Guarding the Globe, confirmed roster leaks (Conquest incoming?), and why Invincible VS is already being called the spiritual successor to Marvel vs. Capcom with zero content toned down. Essential listening for Invincible fans waiting on Season 3 and hungry for official games that stay 100% faithful to Robert Kirkman's bloody universe.Hosted by Analytic Dreamz. New segments drop weekly on all platforms. NME+ early access and bonus content at ⁠Spotify for Creators - The easiest way to make a podcastSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode we welcome not one but two wonderful guests to RBP Towers. Susan Compo and Derek Ridgers have been trans-Atlantic pals for decades and first met on a FourFourTwo assignment to interview and photograph the L.A.-expats "soccer" team Hollywood United. Starting with Susan's punk years in Southern California, we hear about her memories of seeing the Sex Pistols live in Dallas and Tulsa in January 1978. She also talks about her trip to London the year before, prompting Derek's recall of the punk scene he began photographing at clubs such as Vortex and the Roxy. Derek then rewinds his story to his late '60s days at Ealing School of Art when fellow student Freddie Mercury nicked his girlfriend in a local pub. The conversation oscillates between Susan's reflections on her career move – from music journalism to short stories about star-crossed Goths – and Derek's memories of the New Romantic "movement" he documented so brilliantly in early '80s London. In between clips from John Tobler's 1984 audio interview with Spandau Ballet singer Tony Hadley, Derek talks about his approach to his chosen medium. After touching on Derek's years at Loaded magazine and Susan's terrific books about Warren Oates and David Bowie, we discuss our shared passion for football/"soccer" before paying tribute to Derek's former NME colleague Jack Barron. Jasper then talks us out with quotes from newly-added library pieces about Grandmaster Flash (2000) and Boy George (2024). Many thanks to special guests Susan Compo and Derek Ridgers. Susan's books, include Malingering and David Bowie and The Man Who Fell To Earth are available from all good bookshops. You can visit Derek's website at derekridgers.com and his latest book, Hello, I Love You, is published by IDEA.  Pieces discussed: The Sex Pistols Shoot To The Top, The Cure: Happily Ever After, White Noise/White Sands: The Bowie Who Fell to Earth, Gary Kemp on the RBP podcast, New Romantics, Electro-Disco: Night Moves, Spandau Ballet's Tony Hadley audio, Jack Barron, Nick Cave: The Needle And The Damage Done, The Stone Roses: Bliss This House, Gregory Isaacs: Gregorian Rants, Gong: The Gong Remains The Same, The Adventures of Grandmaster Flash in the Game of Life⁠ and ⁠Boy George⁠.

The Big Beatles Sort Out Presents: The Big 60s Sort Out!Yes, for season 4 we have taken a look at the decade that made (or was made?) by The Beatles, by ranking every UK number one, looking for sneaky Beatles links, and generally putting ourselves in the world where they crafted their legacy.However! There is more! In this mid-season season, we are looking at the songs that topped the NME chart but missed out on the 'official' top spot of the Record Retailers chart (don't worry, Paul explains it all at the top of the episode) - Basically, we have another 7 episodes of 60s hits to rank!This week, 1969 part 2:Stevie Wonder - Yester-Me, Yester-You, YesterdayKenny Rogers - Ruby, Don't Take Your Love To TownIf you want to view the complete series 4 singles chart plus these new entries, you can do so⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ here! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Garry has a new album out which can be found on all major platforms here (or search for 'Garry Abbott Music'):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Last Week In Limbo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠And here is Paul's band!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://goodgriefliverpool.bandcamp.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Full vlog here: https://youtu.be/7m_-4YH6LJACheck out https://iamandynicholson.com/ ------22 Grand Pod is on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/22grandpodOff the back of the main pod, we are creating Patreon only bonus content. For £3 a month you will get:The 00's Deep Dive: Taking a look back at the likes of the Stalking Pete Doherty documentary and going through them in painful detail. As well as going through NME Awards from back in the day and discussing what happened.My Favourite 00's Songs: Inviting patrons and other guests to come on the podcast to talk about their favourite songs, albums or moments from back in the day.Legend or Landfill: We go through NME's top 10 albums of each year and see if we think they are indeed Legendary or for the Landfill.Fans Stories: Talking to people about their memories and opinions on all things 00's.Unsigned Stories: Chatting with bands that didn't quite 'make it' in terms of signing that elusive record deal.Patrons will also get early access to any main pod episodesMerch etc: https://www.redbubble.com/people/22grandpod/shop?asc=uAlso check the YouTube channel for extended video versions of the interviews and much more: https://bit.ly/3Ts7Wu1And 22 Grand Pod on Islington Radio: https://www.mixcloud.com/IslingtonRadio/playlists/22-grand-pod/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Get more TPOM in the post-show "lock-in" – try it for FREE!: ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/thepriceofmusic/membership⁠====Your weekly guide to the music biz and how it all works. In this week's episode of The Price of Music, Steve and Stu unwrap the week's music biz goings-on:An exploding toilet caused a gig cancellation – but what now for the band, fans and the venue?Stu's Big Number is $2.45bn - it's big, but why might it feel scary to artists and labels?Spotify might also put their prices by a dollar in the US - who will welcome this (and who won't?)Three AI music-making companies have struck deals with major labels - but who and why?The UK ticket levy to help smaller grassroots venues is taking off – so what's next? Stu's been chatting to an MP to find out.TPOM's continued role as your Primary Baby Shark News Resource continues as Stu explains how many millions of dollars it made last year (it was a lot).And in the special post-show lock-in section just for our Patreon Superfans, Steve and Stu prop themselves at the bar to chat about:Steve once flew several thousand miles to watch a band, only for them to quit after a mere three songs. But which now-massive band was it?Who are Steve and Stu's artists of the year? (Including Wet Leg and Self Esteem)What was the annual Reader's Poll like behind the scenes at the NME for Steve?More unusual gig cancellation stories - including pigeons pooping on Kings of Leon, Neil Young's sandwiches, and moreWhat's the city of Manchester doing to support local venues and promoters?As ever, we welcome your feedback, emails and – in particular – any questions you might have about how the music biz works!Email us: ⁠⁠thepriceofmusicpodcast@gmail.com⁠⁠See you next week!Steve and Stuart======Support The Price of Music on Patreon:⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/ThePriceofMusic⁠⁠Follow Steve on X - @steve_lamacqFollow Stuart on X - @stuartdredgeFollow The Price of Music on X - @PriceofMusicpodFor sponsorship opportunities, please email - ⁠⁠joe@musically.com

Once again, Bad Bunny is dominating music headlines and social media as his brand-new “Debí Tirar Más Fotos World Tour” launched with a pair of sold-out shows at Estadio Olímpico Félix Sánchez in Santo Domingo on November 21 and 22. According to a vivid recap from DropVibe, the kickoff event was electric, cementing Bad Bunny's reputation for turning concerts into full-blown cinematic experiences. The final act erupted with fireworks and confetti, fans singing along to every word, capturing the fusion of spectacle, community, and personal connection that defines his current era.Americanonewspaper.com reports that fans lined up hours before the gates opened and remained outside well into the concert amid access snafus—underscoring the feverish demand for tickets on this tour. Bad Bunny performed fan favorites like “Callaita,” “Baile Inolvidable,” “Tití Me Preguntó,” and “Yo Perreo Sola,” but also treated Dominican Republic listeners to exclusives including “25/8” and a collaborative performance with local dembow legend El Alfa. His setlist wove together tributes to Puerto Rico, emotional storytelling, and commentary on Caribbean life, reflecting the deeper, nostalgic tone of his upcoming album, also titled Debí Tirar Más Fotos.According to TheLagosReview and NME, that sixth studio album is officially set for release on January 5, 2026. Bad Bunny previewed the album's reflective spirit—centered on the importance of memory, photographs, and living in the present—in a video teaser featuring Puerto Rican filmmaker Jacobo Morales. Fans are also already spinning his new holiday single “Pitorro de Coco,” which infuses heartbreak into festive season traditions and showcases his range as both a vocalist and storyteller.LaMezcla.com confirms the world tour is set to take him across Latin America, Australia, and Europe well into next summer, with a historic nine-show run slated in Mexico City and performances in major cities from Sydney to Buenos Aires. Jointly, the tour marks yet another high in Bad Bunny's trajectory, building on streaming records and sold-out arenas: Billboard recently hailed him as the top Latin artist of the 21st century and Spotify's most-streamed Latin artist in 2024.Adding to the current media frenzy, The Guilfordian and StingerEHS report that Bad Bunny's cultural reach is about to take center stage in the U.S. as he has been tapped to perform at Super Bowl LX, sending waves across social media as fans react to the news and speculate about potential surprise guests or genre fusions.His popularity is so influential that Yale University is keeping its course dedicated to his music and impact, with CT Public noting that his ascent—from streaming icon to halftime headliner—continues to shape cultural conversations on and off campus.On Instagram and TikTok, excerpts from the Santo Domingo concerts, behind-the-scenes moments, and snippets of his newest tracks have racked up millions of views. Fans are dissecting the album teaser's themes and his interactions with Dominican fans, where he expressed heartfelt gratitude and called the Dominican Republic his second home. As tour dates continue to sell out and excitement for the album peaks, it's clear Bad Bunny remains not just a songwriter and performer, but a global cultural phenomenon whose every move sets trends and sparks conversation.Thanks for tuning in—be sure to come back next week for more updates on Bad Bunny and all things music, culture, and entertainment. This has been a Quiet Please production; for more, check out QuietPlease.ai.Some great Deals https://amzn.to/49SJ3QsFor more check out http://www.quietplease.aiThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Christian Riou in conversation with David Eastaugh  https://www.facebook.com/claytowntroupe The Claytown Troupe were formed in 1984 in Bristol by lead singer Christian Riou, who claimed in an NME interview that a local clairvoyant advised him to form a band called "the Clayton Troop" who would have success internationally and spend time in America. During 2025, the current Claytown Troupe lineup supported: The Godfathers at the Garage, London. Spear of destiny at the 100 club London, Cardiff and Brighton. Gene Loves Jezebel in Oxford, Birmingham and The Lexington, London. Darkfest, an alternative rock festival in Wolverhampton with Balaam and the Angel. They have been announced as the support for Fields of the Nephilim in October 2025, at Manchester, Glasgow (with Balaam) and the Forum, London.   

Jaff is on the pod as we navigate our way through some of his fave songs of the 00s, answer your questions and discuss The Futureheads new album - Christmas (out today!).Full radio show with songs: https://www.mixcloud.com/IslingtonRadio/22-grand-pod-best-of-the-00s-with-jaff-the-futureheads-18112025/ ------22 Grand Pod is on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/22grandpodOff the back of the main pod, we are creating Patreon only bonus content. For £3 a month you will get:The 00's Deep Dive: Taking a look back at the likes of the Stalking Pete Doherty documentary and going through them in painful detail. As well as going through NME Awards from back in the day and discussing what happened.My Favourite 00's Songs: Inviting patrons and other guests to come on the podcast to talk about their favourite songs, albums or moments from back in the day.Legend or Landfill: We go through NME's top 10 albums of each year and see if we think they are indeed Legendary or for the Landfill.Fans Stories: Talking to people about their memories and opinions on all things 00's.Unsigned Stories: Chatting with bands that didn't quite 'make it' in terms of signing that elusive record deal.Patrons will also get early access to any main pod episodesMerch etc: https://www.redbubble.com/people/22grandpod/shop?asc=uAlso check the YouTube channel for extended video versions of the interviews and much more: https://bit.ly/3Ts7Wu1And 22 Grand Pod on Islington Radio: https://www.mixcloud.com/IslingtonRadio/playlists/22-grand-pod/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bad Bunny, whose real name is Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, has been at the center of the Latin music world this past week, with headlines dominated by his sweeping success at the 2025 Latin Grammy Awards, his Super Bowl halftime show announcement, and a new album rollout that's already building major buzz. Listeners everywhere have been talking about his landmark win at the 2025 Latin Grammys, where Bad Bunny took home five awards—including the highly coveted Album of the Year for “Debí Tirar Más Fotos.” That's a significant first for him, as it marks his arrival in one of the major “big general” categories after previously winning only in rap and urban genres. In his acceptance speech, Bad Bunny paid tribute to Puerto Rico and dedicated his wins to the youth of Latin America, urging them to never forget their roots—something he reinforced throughout the album and in public appearances. NPR highlighted this as a moment that has shaped not only the year in Latin music but also conversations about cultural pride and identity. According to ideastream and the AP, performances from his new album, such as “DTMF” and “Weltita” with Chuwi, electrified the Grammy audience and social media alike.“Debí Tirar Más Fotos,” which means “I should have taken more photos,” has proven to be a deeply personal album. Reviews from multiple outlets describe it as a mix of nostalgia, reflection, and tributes to his Puerto Rican heritage. The themes of holding onto memories, processing heartbreak, and championing community pride have resonated strongly with listeners. Both “El Clúb” and the holiday single “Pitorro De Coco” have driven streams and conversation, with “Pitorro De Coco” reflecting on heartbreak amid holiday celebrations. Critics call this album one of his most introspective, showing new depth to Bad Bunny's artistic journey.Outside the awards and album rollout, Bad Bunny has also been confirmed to headline the upcoming Super Bowl halftime show. The NFL's announcement in September triggered a wave of excitement and conversation across social media, especially within the Latin community and beyond. Outlets like The Guilfordian and Japan Today describe this booking as a cultural milestone, underscoring Bad Bunny's influence in bringing Latin music to the global stage for major American audiences.Adding to the excitement, he announced that his sixth studio album, also titled “Debí Tirar Más Fotos,” will officially drop on January 5, 2025. Music sites like NME and AOL shared details of a cinematic teaser trailer featuring Bad Bunny and legendary Puerto Rican filmmaker Jacobo Morales discussing the meaning of photos and memories in life. The trailer's contemplative tone signals that the album will dive even deeper into themes of remembrance and love for home, with an expected tracklist of 17 songs, including the already released singles “El Clúb” and “Pitorro De Coco.”This period also sees Bad Bunny's name in Hollywood headlines after his cameo in the trailer for Adam Sandler's “Happy Gilmore 2.” Meanwhile, his Most Wanted Tour ranked as one of the highest-grossing tours of 2024, pulling in over $210 million and cementing his status as a global superstar.Thanks for tuning in—come back next week for more updates on Bad Bunny and the world of music. This has been a Quiet Please production. For more from me, check out Quiet Please Dot A I.Some great Deals https://amzn.to/49SJ3QsFor more check out http://www.quietplease.aiThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Bad Bunny, the global music superstar known as Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, has just set the music world abuzz with a wave of fresh news and high-profile achievements. In the biggest headlines of the week, Bad Bunny announced his highly anticipated sixth studio album, “Debí Tirar Más Fotos,” which translates to “I Should Have Taken More Photos.” NME and The Lagos Review reveal it's scheduled for release on January 5, 2025, and signals a shift to a more introspective, deeply personal direction for the Puerto Rican icon. The announcement came via a cinematic video teaser featuring revered Puerto Rican filmmaker Jacobo Morales. In the teaser, Morales shares a poignant exchange with an animated character named Concho about cherishing life's fleeting moments and capturing those memories—a theme that's expected to resonate throughout the upcoming album.Listeners already have a taste of what's to come: Bad Bunny dropped a surprise holiday single, “Pitorro de Coco,” inspired by a beloved Puerto Rican rum drink. This track channels the raw emotion of heartbreak during the holiday season and is being hailed as another example of his gift for storytelling and emotional depth. Critics and fans alike note how Bad Bunny continues to reinvent himself creatively, moving from the bold sounds of his last record, “Nadie Sabe Lo Que Va a Pasar Mañana,” to an even more vulnerable and reflective musical style.Beyond his musical projects, Bad Bunny has been shining bright on the live circuit. His “Most Wanted Tour” recently ranked seventh among the world's highest-grossing tours in 2024, pulling in over $210 million and confirming his status as one of the most in-demand performers on the planet. Social media is still buzzing with clips and reactions from his latest concerts, with listeners praising the spectacular production and heartfelt performances.In pop culture news, Bad Bunny made a surprising cameo in the trailer for Adam Sandler's “Happy Gilmore 2,” demonstrating his growing influence and crossover appeal in the entertainment world. This appearance sparked a flurry of memes and social posts, adding to a week in which Bad Bunny's public profile climbed yet another level.Perhaps the crowning moment of the week came at the 2026 Latin Grammy Awards. As reported by WPLG Local 10, Bad Bunny absolutely dominated the ceremony, taking home the coveted Album of the Year award as well as both Urban Music Album and Song Awards. He also delivered a crowd-thrilling performance, cementing his artistic legacy and solidifying his place as one of the most influential Latin artists of his generation. The ceremony marked a night of celebration and major milestones, not just for Bad Bunny, but for the broader Latin music community, with Karol G and Alejandro Sanz also among the night's big winners.Listeners are flocking to social media platforms to celebrate Bad Bunny's victories and eagerly speculate about his next creative moves. The online energy is palpable, with fans dissecting his latest releases, teasing potential collaborations, and creating viral moments around his every announcement. While details about the full album track list and possible tour updates remain tightly under wraps, anticipation is building to a fever pitch as January draws nearer.Thank you for tuning in to this update on all things Bad Bunny. Don't forget to come back next week for another roundup of the latest music news. This has been a Quiet Please production, and for more, check out QuietPlease Dot A I.Some great Deals https://amzn.to/49SJ3QsFor more check out http://www.quietplease.aiThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

What do you do when you can't find any members of Good Shoes to come on the pod? You get the guy who discovered them and end up with the most unpredictable episode to date. No way this one gets monetised on YouTube lol.(Recorded 2023)------22 Grand Pod is on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/22grandpodOff the back of the main pod, we are creating Patreon only bonus content. For £3 a month you will get:The 00's Deep Dive: Taking a look back at the likes of the Stalking Pete Doherty documentary and going through them in painful detail. As well as going through NME Awards from back in the day and discussing what happened.My Favourite 00's Songs: Inviting patrons and other guests to come on the podcast to talk about their favourite songs, albums or moments from back in the day.Legend or Landfill: We go through NME's top 10 albums of each year and see if we think they are indeed Legendary or for the Landfill.Fans Stories: Talking to people about their memories and opinions on all things 00's.Unsigned Stories: Chatting with bands that didn't quite 'make it' in terms of signing that elusive record deal.Patrons will also get early access to any main pod episodesMerch etc: https://www.redbubble.com/people/22grandpod/shop?asc=uAlso check the YouTube channel for extended video versions of the interviews and much more: https://bit.ly/3Ts7Wu1And 22 Grand Pod on Islington Radio: https://www.mixcloud.com/IslingtonRadio/playlists/22-grand-pod/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Hey EIChihuahuas, happy Friday! To celebrate, we gift you a brand new episode, kisses.This week on the podcast it's just Oenone & Beth steering the content ship through the choppy waters of: The Real Housewives of London, the biblical new release from Rosalía, & a controversial new celebrity skincare line.First... Real housewives of London premiered this summer, with many curious as to how this beloved show would fare across the Atlantic. The series follows eight women navigating London's ultra-wealthy social circles, balancing old money, new money, & country piles. There's glamorous events, designer drama, & class tensions with the expected Housewives mix of alliances, gossip, & fallouts. The series sees the women get into blows over some dubious dentistry aka teeth-gate, renting outfits, not picking up the bill & the definition of ‘best friend'. We share our thoughts on the series & the explosive two-parter reunion.Next up, on November 6 Pretty Little Liars star Shay Mitchell launched a new line of sheet masks for children. Everyone's writing about it from Glamour, to Marie Claire, The New York post & The Metro, & not an insignificant number of you guys in our DMs, too. So is this a dystopian nightmare, or just a bit of harmless fun that's been blown out of proportion?And last but by no means least, an album hotly anticipated globally, but also very much on this podcast, & that is LUX, the fourth record by Spanish singer and songwriter Rosalía. According to Pitchfork it's “a heartfelt offering of avant-garde classical pop that roars through genre, romance, and religion”. The BBC called it “radical and riveting” & NME said it's “an arresting album of astonishing scope and ambition”. The 33 year old, who is a trained Flamenco singer, sings in 13 different languages on the album, including Japanese, Arabic, Portuguese, Latin and Sicilian, and worked for a year writing the lyrics and working with professional translators to make sure they were just right. It is receiving an avalanche of five star reviews for artistry, composition, narrative, lyrics. The album is now out, we've both listened to it... We're by no means musical experts, but we give our thoughts.Thank you so much to Cue podcasts for the edit.Beth's been loving: Shirley Valentine, The Missing KayakerOenone's been loving: Loren Ipsum, Andrew GallixReal Housewives Of LondonShay Mitchell statement on RiniWhat Dermatologists Really Think About Sheet Masks for Toddlers - Rosalía Has Biggest Streaming Debut of Any Female Spanish-Language Artist on Spotify love ya O, R, B xx Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bad Bunny, known offstage as Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, has dominated headlines and social media this past week with a string of major milestones and new releases. Most notably, Bad Bunny took home five awards at the 2025 Latin Grammys, including his first-ever Album of the Year for his latest project debí tirar más fotos, which translates to ‘I Should Have Taken More Photos.' The ceremony, held in Las Vegas at the MGM Grand Garden Arena, saw Bad Bunny not only claim Album of the Year but also win in categories like música urbana album, música urbana song for “DTmF,” reggaeton performance for “Voy A Llevarte Pa Pr,” and more. In his heartfelt acceptance speech, Bad Bunny thanked his family, collaborators, and closed with a passionate message: “Puerto Rico, I love you, thank you,” underlining the strong ties to his homeland and the album's deeply personal themes, which listeners and critics alike have praised as a love letter to his island according to coverage at Sentinel Colorado and NPR.This new album, debí tirar más fotos, is set for a global release on January 5, 2025, but selected tracks have already dropped and are making waves online. The emotionally charged single “Pitorro de Coco,” released during the holiday season and named for a traditional Puerto Rican rum, has resonated with fans for its story of heartbreak and nostalgia. Similarly, “El Clúb,” released earlier this month, blends EDM with plena—a traditional Afro-Caribbean rhythm—showcasing Bad Bunny's ongoing fusion of genres and his ability to reflect on past relationships in a relatable, down-to-earth way. These releases have been widely discussed across social media platforms, with listeners praising the introspective direction of his new music, as noted by NME and The Lagos Review.The album announcement was accompanied by a poignant video teaser starring legendary Puerto Rican filmmaker Jacobo Morales, who discusses the importance of capturing and living in the moment. The written and visual themes of nostalgia and embracing one's memories are at the forefront of this new project, offering listeners a more contemplative and personal side of Bad Bunny than ever before.Bad Bunny's influence hasn't stopped at music releases; his appearance in the trailer for Adam Sandler's Happy Gilmore 2 has generated excitement among fans, spreading rapidly through Instagram and TikTok. Meanwhile, the numbers from his “Most Wanted Tour” continue to impress, ranking seventh among 2024's highest-grossing tours with a total revenue of $210.9 million, affirming his status as one of the most commercially successful Latin artists in the world.The buzz around Bad Bunny this week has been electric, with news outlets universally highlighting his sweeping Latin Grammy wins, his bold creative choices, and his ability to pack meaning and emotion into every track and public appearance. Whether it's his music, his awards, or his crossover into film, Bad Bunny's ongoing evolution is captivating listeners around the globe.Thanks for tuning in. Don't forget to come back next week for more on music, culture, and everything happening with your favorite artists. This has been a Quiet Please production. For more, check out QuietPlease Dot A I.Some great Deals https://amzn.to/49SJ3QsFor more check out http://www.quietplease.aiThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

This week I'm joined by author and music critic Keith Cameron (Mudhoney: The Sound and the Fury From Seattle, 168 Songs of Hatred and Failure: A History of Manic Street Preachers), who picked the documentary I'M NOW: THE STORY OF MUDHONEY to dive into.We discuss our relationship with the British musical weeklies and how Keith ended up working for them, the power of Radio One DJ John Peel, Keith trying to get his favorite bands on the cover of the NME, the Mudhoney riot at the School of Oriental & African Studies in 1989 (where Mark Arm invited the entire audience onstage before the first note), cracking Green River, seeing Mudhoney's 2nd show opening for White Zombie, the brilliance and haphazardness of SubPop, Jack Endino asking the band if they really wanted to sound like they did while recording them, Mudoney saving SubPop's label at their lowest point, how Caroline records wanted to polish up Mudhoney, the follies of indie labels & the notion of selling out, Mark Arm as a world class lyricist, Keith visiting Seattle & interviewing Nirvana at the time they were kicking out Dan Peters of Mudhoney and replacing him with Dave Grohl, touring with Nirvana vs. Pearl Jam, the handheld camera tour footage of the band, Keith spending time in Mudhoney's childhood locations, Matt Lukin leaving the band and Guy Maddison replacing him, the obstacles and triumphs of continuing to making music for nearly 40 years and more!So let's collectively make the stage collapse on this week's episode of Revolutions Per Movie!!!Keith Cameron:https://keithcameron.co.uk/about-me/https://www.mojo4music.com/author/keith-cameron/REVOLUTIONS PER MOVIE:Host Chris Slusarenko (Eyelids, Guided By Voices, owner of Clinton Street Video rental store) is joined by actors, musicians, comedians, writers & directors who each week pick out their favorite music documentary, musical, music-themed fiction film or music videos to discuss. Fun, weird, and insightful, Revolutions Per Movie is your deep dive into our life-long obsessions where music and film collide.The show is also a completely independent affair, so the best way to support it is through our Patreon at patreon.com/revolutionspermovie. By joining, you can get weekly bonus episodes, physical goods such as Flexidiscs, and other exclusive goods.Revolutions Per Movie releases new episodes every Thursday on any podcast app, and additional, exclusive bonus episodes every Sunday on our Patreon. If you like the show, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing it on your favorite podcast app. Thanks!SOCIALS:@revolutionspermovieBlueSky: @revpermovieTHEME by Eyelids 'My Caved In Mind'www.musicofeyelids.bandcamp.com ARTWORK by Jeff T. Owenshttps://linktr.ee/mymetalhand Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more 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 into the latest entertainment chaos with Analytic Dreamz on THE NOTORIOUS MASS EFFECT EPISODE 154! Breaking down Taylor Swift's new album Life Of A Showgirl, Drake's Iceman project amid his UMG lawsuit fallout, NBA YoungBoy's MASA Tour smashing $70M+ in revenue, and Bad Bunny's controversial Super Bowl halftime headliner spot drawing petitions and backlash.Industry bombshells: Diddy sentenced to four years for Mann Act violations; Xbox hikes Game Pass prices by 50% to $30/month Ultimate tier while conceding the console war by porting Halo and more to PlayStation; EA goes private in a massive $55B deal backed by Jared Kushner's Affinity Partners and Saudi PIF.Gaming deep dive: Silent Hill f's Japanese horror triumph with 1M+ sales day one; Ghost of Yōtei's stunning 1600s Japan sequel; EA FC 26's overhauled dribbling and archetypes; Little Nightmares III's co-op Spiral terrors; Pokémon Legends: Z-A's Lumiose Mega Evolution action; Last War mobile's zombie survival dominance; Battlefield 6's Kinesthetic Combat chaos.Drama alert: Emiru calls out Twitch's failed security after TwitchCon assault; Drake vs. Kendrick lingers with Stake rumors; NLE Choppa escalates vs. NBA YoungBoy with "KO" diss and decapitation pics.Bonus: Analytic Dreamz's shortened NYCC vlog—full version exclusive on NME+!MusicTaylor Swift Life Of A ShowgirlDrake Iceman & LawsuitNBA Youngboy Tour revenueBad Bunny Super Bowl Halftime ShowIndustry NewsDiddy Sentenced To four years over mann act violationsXbox Raising Prices game pass and concedes console warEA SOLD FOR $55 BILLION TO JARED KUSHNER & SAUDI INVESTORSGamingSilent Hill FGhost Of YoteiEA FC 26Little Nightmares IIIPokemon Z-ALast War Mobile GameBattlefield 6DramaEmiru Vs Twitch over handling of assault at twitchconDrake Vs Kendrick + Drake & StakeNLE Choppa Vs NBA YoungboyBonus: NYCC Shortened VLOG (Full VLOG On NME+)Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Join The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: ⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠Dive into the latest entertainment chaos with Analytic Dreamz on THE NOTORIOUS MASS EFFECT EPISODE 154! Breaking down Taylor Swift's new album Life Of A Showgirl, Drake's Iceman project amid his UMG lawsuit fallout, NBA YoungBoy's MASA Tour smashing $70M+ in revenue, and Bad Bunny's controversial Super Bowl halftime headliner spot drawing petitions and backlash.Industry bombshells: Diddy sentenced to four years for Mann Act violations; Xbox hikes Game Pass prices by 50% to $30/month Ultimate tier while conceding the console war by porting Halo and more to PlayStation; EA goes private in a massive $55B deal backed by Jared Kushner's Affinity Partners and Saudi PIF.Gaming deep dive: Silent Hill f's Japanese horror triumph with 1M+ sales day one; Ghost of Yōtei's stunning 1600s Japan sequel; EA FC 26's overhauled dribbling and archetypes; Little Nightmares III's co-op Spiral terrors; Pokémon Legends: Z-A's Lumiose Mega Evolution action; Last War mobile's zombie survival dominance; Battlefield 6's Kinesthetic Combat chaos.Drama alert: Emiru calls out Twitch's failed security after TwitchCon assault; Drake vs. Kendrick lingers with Stake rumors; NLE Choppa escalates vs. NBA YoungBoy with "KO" diss and decapitation pics.Bonus: Analytic Dreamz's shortened NYCC vlog—full version exclusive on NME+!MusicTaylor Swift Life Of A ShowgirlDrake Iceman & LawsuitNBA Youngboy Tour revenueBad Bunny Super Bowl Halftime ShowIndustry NewsDiddy Sentenced To four years over mann act violationsXbox Raising Prices game pass and concedes console warEA SOLD FOR $55 BILLION TO JARED KUSHNER & SAUDI INVESTORSGamingSilent Hill FGhost Of YoteiEA FC 26Little Nightmares IIIPokemon Z-ALast War Mobile GameBattlefield 6DramaEmiru Vs Twitch over handling of assault at twitchconDrake Vs Kendrick + Drake & StakeNLE Choppa Vs NBA YoungboyBonus: NYCC Shortened VLOG (Full VLOG On NME+)Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Finally a Good Shoes member is on the pod. Joel joins me for an extensive deep-dive into one of the best cult bands of the era and I get a chance to apologise for us nearly wrecking one of their gigs back in the day.. ------22 Grand Pod is on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/22grandpodOff the back of the main pod, we are creating Patreon only bonus content. For £3 a month you will get:The 00's Deep Dive: Taking a look back at the likes of the Stalking Pete Doherty documentary and going through them in painful detail. As well as going through NME Awards from back in the day and discussing what happened.My Favourite 00's Songs: Inviting patrons and other guests to come on the podcast to talk about their favourite songs, albums or moments from back in the day.Legend or Landfill: We go through NME's top 10 albums of each year and see if we think they are indeed Legendary or for the Landfill.Fans Stories: Talking to people about their memories and opinions on all things 00's.Unsigned Stories: Chatting with bands that didn't quite 'make it' in terms of signing that elusive record deal.Patrons will also get early access to any main pod episodesMerch etc: https://www.redbubble.com/people/22grandpod/shop?asc=uAlso check the YouTube channel for extended video versions of the interviews and much more: https://bit.ly/3Ts7Wu1And 22 Grand Pod on Islington Radio: https://www.mixcloud.com/IslingtonRadio/playlists/22-grand-pod/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more 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 into Segment on Notorious Mass Effect with Analytic Dreamz as he unpacks Joji's highly anticipated fourth studio album, Piss In The Wind, dropping February 6, 2026 via Palace Creek and Virgin Music Group. Announced November 4, 2025, this 21-track, ~2-hour project fuses melancholic lo-fi roots with experimental R&B, trap, and hyperpop edges. Lead single “PIXELATED KISSES” (Oct 14) hit #38 Billboard Hot 100 with tens of millions of streams, while “If It Only Gets Better” (Nov 4) channels YEAH RIGHT-era visuals. Star features include Yeat's trap energy, Don Toliver's melodic flow, GIVĒON's baritone depth, and 4batz's hazy R&B. Producers BNYX®, Kenny Beats, and Dylan Brady craft gritty, atmospheric soundscapes blending Nectar lushness with SMITHEREENS isolation. Pre-order limited prism/ruby vinyl, CDs, cassettes, and signed merch at jojimusic.com. Early buzz on Reddit, X (#PissInTheWind trending), Billboard, and NME hails Joji's creative rebirth. Analytic Dreamz breaks down track teases, Genius leaks, and fan theories—don't miss this deep dive into Joji's bold evolution. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Thomas Leer in conversation with David Eastaugh  http://thomasleer.co.uk/ Leer played in several local experimental pop groups in the early to mid-1970s, moving to London when the punk rock scene was at its height. He formed the punk band Pressure, but by 1978 had moved on to music influenced by synthpop and Krautrock bands such as Can. That year, he self-financed his debut single, "Private Plane". Although it was recorded in his own flat and was only issued in 650 copies on his own label, it gained significant attention, with NME naming it "Single of the Week". In 1979, he released the album The Bridge in collaboration with Robert Rental. In 1981, he signed to Cherry Red, his first release for the label being the 4 Movements EP. After two further releases on the label, he was signed by Arista Records, releasing three further singles and his debut full-length solo album, The Scale of Ten in late 1985.  

Bad Bunny has dominated headlines and social channels over the past week, largely due to his much-anticipated upcoming performance as the Super Bowl Halftime Show headliner. The decision by the NFL to make him the centerpiece of Super Bowl LX has ignited a significant controversy, with criticism pouring in from conservative politicians and commentators. Donald Trump himself slammed the choice as “absolutely ridiculous,” and right-wing groups like Turning Point USA have announced plans for their own rival halftime programming scheduled to air at the same time. All of this has stoked debate about Latino representation as some critics—including political figures—view Bad Bunny's prominence as a challenge to what they call “the sanctity of the American game,” according to Forge Press.Social media remains divided. Bad Bunny's fans have expressed overwhelming pride and excitement about the upcoming performance, pointing to his success in shaping a narrative of Latino pride and inclusion. Critics, on the other hand, have called for a boycott, even launching petitions demanding that the NFL replace him with a country artist like George Strait. This episode comes at a charged moment, as intensified ICE raids and immigration crackdowns have deeply affected Latino communities. Bad Bunny has spoken openly about skipping U.S. tour dates out of concern for fan safety in light of potential ICE actions, as reported by I-D magazine and covered widely online.A Quinnipiac University poll released this week shows just how divided Americans are over Bad Bunny's halftime gig. Nearly three-quarters of Democrats approve of the NFL decision, while 63 percent of Republicans disapprove. His strongest support comes from listeners under 34 and Hispanic respondents. The performance has become a symbol, intentionally or not, of broader cultural tension and shifting demographics in American life. When hosting SNL's season premiere recently, Bad Bunny addressed non-Spanish speakers with a playful jab: “You have four months to learn,” a nod to his predominately Spanish-language repertoire.In music news, there's substantial excitement over the release of Bad Bunny's new album “Debí Tirar Más Fotos,” scheduled to drop on January 5, 2025. The announcement was delivered through a moving teaser video featuring Puerto Rican film legend Jacobo Morales, delving into themes of nostalgia and memory. Early singles from the album—such as “Pitorro De Coco” and “El Clúb”—are already gaining traction on streaming platforms, with emotional lyrics centering on heartbreak and reflection. Critics anticipate the new album will be his most personal yet, showing an introspective side to the Puerto Rican superstar, as NME and Variety have reported.Bad Bunny's presence is reshaping tourism in Puerto Rico as well. His concert residency “No me quiero ir de aquí” has turned San Juan into a cultural hotspot, driving record hotel occupancy and boosting local economic growth, according to an analysis from Moody's Analytics cited by Bloomberg. The artist's embrace of Puerto Rican identity is attracting fans and travelers to the island, making tourism more about transformative experience than simple leisure. For travelers, Bad Bunny's music and platform create an emotional connection to Puerto Rico that's redefining tourism in 2025.On streaming platforms, Bad Bunny continues to break records, with billions of listens credited to his catalog this year alone. And his influence extends even further, popping up in the recent trailer for Adam Sandler's Happy Gilmore 2 and making headlines with his remarkable watch collection worn at the IHeartRadio Music Awards.That's what's happening with Bad Bunny right now—where music, politics, and pop culture are colliding in real time. Thank you for tuning in. Come back next week for more. This has been a Quiet Please production, and for more, check out Quiet Please Dot A I.Some great Deals https://amzn.to/49SJ3QsFor more check out http://www.quietplease.aiThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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