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Best Song EverBSE 214: Craig Finn and Courting“It’s a family affair.”
In this episode, Luke is joined by his wife, Kyle, and baby, Archie. They talk about Kyle’s music hyper-fixations throughout her life and Archie’s favorite music. Luke shares some amazing new songs from incredible artists with the fam. Plus, he shares the music he’s been loving and the #NewMusicFriday releases he’s looking forward to.
Songs Played In This Episode:
Craig Finn - Luke & Leanna from Always Been out now Tamrac Recordings / Thirty Tigers
Courting - Namcy from Lust for Life Or: ‘How To Thread The Ne...2025-05-0235 min
Best Song EverBSE 212: Best of 2024 | Cloud Nothings, Gurriers, Dehd, Brijean and Waxahatchee“You wanna run through a wall listening to it.”
In this episode, Kevin emerges from 3 months in his basement as him and Luke catch up about their holidays and count down their Top 10 Albums of 2024. They discuss the year in music, share the honorable mentions that didn’t make their lists and Luke’s baby boy makes a surprise appearance.
Songs Played In This Episode:
Cloud Nothings - Final Summer from Final Summer out now on Pure Noise Records
Gurriers - Dipping Out from Come And See out now (Self-Released)
Dehd...2025-01-171h 30
Best Song EverBSE 206: Chuck Prophet & ¿Qiensave?"Fully Goldbluming Out"
In this blast from the past from Luke and Kevin, they survive the 2024 independenceday alien invasion*, Kevin plays a new track, and shares the new and upcoming #NewMusicFriday releases.
Songs Played In Episode:
Chuck Prophet & ¿Qiensave? - Sugar into Water from Wake the Dead out October 25th on Yep Roc.
Photo Credits: Kory Thibeault
Listen to our Best Song Ever Official Playlist.
Listen to our Dad Rock Summer 2024 Playlist.
Presented by Planet Ant Podcasts (planetant.com) & Offshelf (offshelf.net)2024-08-3033 min
Best Song EverBSE 204: Isabella&Sebastian“Past & Present”
In a blast from the past, Luke “returns” to the podcast and we get an update from his present self him and Kevin share another batch of Dad Rock Summer jams, Kevin plays all new music, and shares the music he’s digging and excited about on this #NewMusicFriday.
Songs Played In Episode: Isabella&Sebastian - Hopscotch
Photos Credits: 767Agency
Listen to our Best Song Ever Official Playlist.
Listen to our Dad Rock Summer 2024 Playlist.
Presented by Planet Ant Podcasts (planetant.com) & Offshelf (offshelf.net)2024-07-2635 min
Best Song EverBSE 202: Joe Goddard and Susan O’Neill“Dad Rock Summer is a vibe.”
In the last episode before Luke leaves for paternity leave, him and Kevin continue building their ultimate dad rock playlist for Dad Rock Summer 2024. They talk about their college radio shows and Luke’s parents' disapproval of his Nirvana album purchase. Plus, they share the music they’ve been loving, the #NewMusicFriday releases they’re looking forward to and play some amazing new songs from incredible artists.
Songs Played In Episode:
Joe Goddard - Follow You from Harmonics out July 12th on Domino
Susan O’Neill - Driv...2024-07-0546 min
Best Song EverBSE 197: Bloomsday and LA Priest“Thank you for your service, Afroman.”
In this episode, Luke is joined by an anonymous host to discuss their mixed feelings on Taylor Swift’s The Tortured Poets Department. Kevin and Luke share their favorite nepo babies and play Song Saga sharing anecdotes about learning instruments, songs that are better when high and their favorite 80’s songs. Plus, they share the music they’ve been loving, the #NewMusicFriday releases they’re looking forward to and play some amazing new songs from incredible artists.
Songs Played In This Episode:
Bloomsday - Virtual Hug from Heart of the...2024-05-031h 00
Best Song EverBSE 195: Camera Obscura and Ethel“Talk about white man syndrome”
In this episode, Luke catches Kevin up on his vacation, makes a special announcement and Kevin is all messed up from the solar eclipse. They play Song Saga and share music-related anecdotes about white man syndrome, Berlin and their dads. Plus, they share the music they’ve been loving, the #NewMusicFriday releases they’re looking forward to and play some amazing new songs from incredible artists.
Songs Played In This Episode:
Camera Obscura- Big Love from Look to the East, Look to the West out May 3rd on Merge2024-04-1250 min
Best Song EverBSE 188: Laura Jane Grace and The Greeting Committee“Joe Alwyn, go into witness protection.”
In this episode, Luke and Kevin discuss the Grammys and Kevin tries to spot the fake Taylor Swift track names in Swift or Grift. They try out different greetings and Kevin shares his favorite tracks on his 2000’s mix. Plus they share the music they’ve been loving, the #NewMusicFriday releases they’re looking forward to and play some amazing new songs from incredible artists.
Songs Played In This Episode:
Laura Jane Grace - Birds Talk Too from Hole In My Head out February 16th via Polyvinyl Record Co...2024-02-0935 min
Best Song EverBSE 185: Mary Timony and Folly Group“A snob about Nelly Furtado.”
In this episode, Kevin pitches Luke companies they could sell the podcast to and Luke reports back after watching part of a Lions game. The guys debate the pronunciation of biopic and play Song Saga sharing anecdotes about songs that get people dancing and songs that influenced how they dressed. Plus they share the music they’ve been loving, the #NewMusicFriday releases they’re looking forward to and play some amazing new songs from incredible artists.
Songs Played In This Episode:
Mary Timony - The Guest from Untame the Tige...2024-01-1944 min
Best Song EverBSE 181: Saint Saviour feat. Orlando Weeks and Katy Kirby“The Sludge Snob.”
In this episode, Kevin and Luke compare their Spotify Wrapped results, discuss their yearly listening habits and tease their Best of 2023 episodes. Kevin stands in people’s driveways with a bow on and Luke asks Kevin to make a sludge judgement. They share the music they’ve been loving, the #NewMusicFriday releases they’re looking forward to and play some amazing new songs from incredible artists.
Songs Played In This Episode:
Saint Saviour - A Picture Is All I Have feat. Orlando Weeks from Sunseeker out March 22nd, 2024 on VLF Records2023-12-0142 min
Best Song EverBSE 180: Wilderado ft. Matt Berninger and Yung Bae ft. Mayer Hawthorne"Ride or Die-ghy for Nighy."
In this episode, Luke and Kevin catch up after Kevin's Honeymoon Haitus, Luke talks about The 1975 concert he went to and they share their thoughts on the new Beatles song. They play Song Saga (song-saga.com) and share music-related anecdotes about finger waving, fighting and artists who are better live. They share the music they’ve been loving, the #NewMusicFriday releases they’re looking forward to and play some amazing new songs from incredible artists.
Songs Played In This Episode:
Wilderado - In Between ft. Matt Berninger new sing...2023-11-1045 min
Best Song EverBSE 179: Rahill ft. Beck and Erick The Architect ft. Channel Tres“Double Featchies and Triple Dippers.”
In this episode, Luke and Kevin pick the Best Song and Underrated Jam on Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour and Luke reports back after seeing the groundbreaking concert film on opening weekend. They share the music they’ve been loving, the #NewMusicFriday releases they’re looking forward to and play some amazing new songs from incredible artists.
Songs Played In This Episode
Rahill - Fables from Flowers At Your Feet out now via Big Dada
Erick The Architect - Ambrosia ft. Channel Tres new single out now via...2023-10-2043 min
Best Song EverBSE 178: Linying and Art Feynman"Sucked into the Soul Hole."
In this episode, Luke and Kevin give differing definitions of the word sludge and discuss the power of surrendering control in life and in music. Luke tries to write a music-themed logic puzzle and they play Song Saga, sharing musical anecdotes about camping and nature. They share the music they’ve been loving, the #NewMusicFriday releases they’re looking forward to and play some amazing new songs from incredible artists.
Songs Played In This Episode:
Linying - Take Me to Your House from House Mouse EP out November 17th v...2023-10-1349 min
Best Song EverBSE 177: Gurriers and Anxious“R.I.P. King to a Drip King.”
In this episode, the guys are interrupted by an emergency alert and they discuss the hidden meaning behind Kevin’s wedding date. Kevin reads Luke’s mind as they play Song Saga and discuss air guitar, Prince and Pee Wee’s Big Adventure. They share the music they’ve been loving, the #NewMusicFriday releases they’re looking forward to and play some amazing new songs from incredible artists.
Songs Played In This Episode:
Gurriers - Nausea their self-released new single out now
Anxious - Down, Down n...2023-10-0638 min
Best Song EverBSE 176: Slaughter Beach, Dog and Oh Land“Soup It Up.”
In this episode, Luke and Kevin pick the best song on Talking Heads’ Stop Making Sense and Luke tries to guess if Kevin was a music tastemaker as they play Like So 2012 or So 2014. They share the music they’ve been loving and the #NewMusicFriday releases they’re looking forward to. Plus, they play some amazing new songs from incredible artists.
Songs Played In This Episode:
Slaughter Beach, Dog - Float Away from Crying, Laughing, Waving, Smiling out now on Lame-O-Records
Oh Land - I’d Rather Sign from Loop So...2023-09-2947 min
Best Song EverBSE 173: Bonny Doon and Will Butler + Sister Squares“‘Sing, Sing, Sing’ goes bananas hard.”
In the episode, Luke and Kevin discuss their new format for the episodes, recap Kevin’s bachelor party and ruminate on their summer music listening habits. The guys play Song Saga and tell music-related stories involving The King of Queens, cocktail personas and Benny Goodman. Plus, they each bring fantastic new songs from incredible artists.
Songs Played In This Episode:
Bonny Doon - Let There Be Music from Let There Be Music out now on Anti-
Will Butler + Sister Squares – Stop Talking from their self-titled album out Se...2023-09-0854 min
Best Song EverBSE 172: NZCA Lines, Palehound, The Clientele, Sorry, Being Dead and Hurry“Smash that reset button on life’s big Game Cube.”
In this episode Luke and Kevin catch up after a couple of weeks off, Kevin goes on the lam and takes a Taylor Swift detox. They discuss the desire to change the past, game console reset button designs and butterfly effects. All this while playing an amazing lineup of new songs from incredible artists.
Songs Played In This Episode:
NZCA Lines - Push Reset from Universal Heartbreak out September 22nd via Memphis Industries
Palehound - Independence Day from Eye On The Bat ou...2023-08-1159 min
Best Song EverDad Rock Summer | It’s Red!Dad Rock Summer | It’s Red!
In this minisode Dad Rock Summer 2023 continues as Luke and Kevin continue building the ultimate dad rock playlist! Luke catches Kevin up on his trip to Switzerland and they share all the music they’ve been loving and #NewMusicFriday releases they’re anticipating.
Listen to our Dad Rock Summer 2023 playlist.
Presented by Planet Ant Podcasts (planetant.com) & Offshelf (offshelf.net)2023-07-1436 min
Best Song EverBSE Minisode 59“I gotta rest the dogs.”
In this minisode, Luke and Kevin react to their experience at Taylor Swift’s Eras tour the morning after the show. Luke becomes an accidental bootlegger and the guys discuss their favorite concert experiences. Plus they share all the music they’ve been loving and the new music Friday releases they’re anticipating.
Presented by Planet Ant Podcasts (planetant.com) & Offshelf (offshelf.net)2023-06-1636 min
Best Song EverBSE 167: 100 gecs, Unknown Mortal Orchestra, Kid Koala, Braids, LA Priest and Indie Darling“This podcast isn’t about the short-lived ABC drama V.”
In this episode Luke does a gec bit, the guys discuss virtual concerts and try to decipher the mysterious meaning of 100 gecs name. Kevin becomes obsessed with the short-lived ABC drama V and bestows the highest honor he’s ever given a song. Plus they play and amazing lineup of songs including a track from Luke’s debut EP as Indie Darling.
Songs Played In This Episode:
100 gecs - Dumbest Girl Alive from 10,000 gecs out now on Dog Show Records / Atlantic Records
Unknown...2023-03-3158 min
Best Song EverBSE 166: Adi Oasis ft. Leven Kali, Tennis, Andy Shauf, Le Couleur and Dad Hats“The Saxophone Is The Tomato of Instruments.”
In this episode Kevin achieves his goal and Luke mixes up The Hamster Dance and The Humpty Dance and the guys discuss their pasts with woodwind instruments. Kevin breaks his olive oil bottle and Luke falls down the stairsPlus they play an amazing lineup of new songs from incredible albums.
Songs Played In This Episode:
Adi Oasis - Naked ft. Leven Kali from Lotus Glow out now on Unity Records
Tennis - Let’s Make a Mistake Tonight from Pollen out now via Mutually Detrim...2023-03-1049 min
Best Song EverBSE Minisode 52“People are saying Best Song Ever is the best podcast of 2023!”
In this minisode Luke & Kevin discuss Rihanna’s halftime show, Luke shows a remnant from his musical past and they discuss all the albums they’ve been loving and the new music they’re looking forward to this week.
TOUTS:
Andy Shauf - Norm
Sunny War - Anarchist Gospel
Caroline Polachek - Desire, I Want To Turn Into You
Jimmy Cliff - Wonderful World, Beautiful People
Paramore - This Is Why
SHOUTS:
Avey Tare - 7s
Pile - Alll Fiction
Nappy Nina - Mourning...2023-02-1723 min
Best Song EverBSE 162: CASTLEBEAT, Cayucas, Erick The Architect ft. AKTHESAVIOR, Billy Nomates, Smidley and mmeadows“You Had Me Before I Even Heard The Sax.”
In this episode Kevin gives an important TaycketmasterGate update and the guys discuss songs about fictional locations. They talk about working on their Year-End Lists, revisit Luke’s Best Albums of 2015 list and Luke surprises Kevin with a certain instrument. Plus they play an amazing lineup of new songs from fantastic artists.
Songs Played In This Episode:
CASTLEBEAT - Looking For Something from Half Life out now on spirit goth records
Cayucas - Sayulita out now via The Wild Honey Pie
Eric...2022-11-2556 min
Best Song EverBSE 160: Sorry, Open Mike Eagle, Divino Niño, Pinkshift, Rubblebucket and Westerman“I Got the Noughties.”
In this episode the guys discuss which artist we would like to score our podcast, Kevin talks about his “naughty era” and Luke pitches a music video idea involving a mailbox headed person. Luke tells Kevin about an exciting Doobie Brothers cover and they truly find the best songs ever. Not to mention they play an amazing lineup of songs from incredible artists.
Songs Played In This Episode:
Sorry - Closer from Anywhere But Here out now on Domino Recording Co.
Open Mike Eagle - 79th and Stony Is...2022-10-141h 05
Best Song EverBSE 159: Jon Brion, Anxious, Baird ft. Kevin Abstract, Samia, Stolen Nova and Alex G“You Be Real As I Speak?”
In this episode, the guys discuss Kendrick’s SNL performance, duplicitous butchers and they ask the listeners to hold them accountable. They discuss making “final” versions of projects and Kevin interrupts the podcast to Be Real. Plus they play an amazing lineup of fantastic new music.
Songs Played In This Episode:
Jon Brion - I Believe She’s Lying from Meaningless out October 21st on Jealous Butcher Records
Anxious - Sunsign out now via Run for Cover Records
Baird - Easy v2 feat. Kevin Abstra...2022-10-0757 min
Best Song EverBSE 154: Superorganism ft. Gen Hoshino, Stephen Malkmus & Pi Ja Ma, Sofie Royer, Alice Boman, Gretel Hänlyn, Half-Handed Cloud and poolblood“Getting Bombarded With Sonic Glitter Bombs.”
In this episode the guys discuss Luke’s trip to Ireland, how much covid stinks and which colors are the most calming. They talk about Fall coming too soon, Kevin is on Steely Dan Tok now and Minion memes are giving Luke life. Plus they play an amazing playlist of new music.
Superorganism - Into The Sun feat. Get Hoshino, Stephen Malkmus and Pi Ja Ma from World Wide Pop out July 15th on Domino Record Co.
Sofie Royer - Baker Miller Pink out now via Stones Throw...2022-07-0855 min
Best Song EverBSE Minisode 34“Kevin is a Small Dicked Poopy Butt Boy.”
In this Kendrick-centric minisode, Luke and Kevin talk about their favorite Kendrick Lamar albums plus they dive deep into his new album Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers. Luke looks into the mirror, and Kevin demands some more bangers. Plus they share all the new and upcoming music they're digging.
TOUTS:
Kendrick Lamar - Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers
Arcade Fire - We
Sasami - Squeeze
The Smile - A Light for Attracting Attention
Kevin Morby - This Is A Photograph
Florence + The Machine - Dance Fever
SH...2022-05-2000 minBest Song EverBSE Minisode 31“Broody Dudey With an Attitudey.”
In this minisode, Kevin and Luke share their Best Last Albums playlist with amazing songs from bands that disbanded, artists that passed away and artists who left the limelight behind. Luke shares a coincidental bookstore find and they share their favorite releases from last week, the albums bringing them comfort and the music they're excited for out today!
TOUTS:
Vince Staples - RAMONA PARK BROKE MY HEART (2022)
PUP - THE UNRAVELLING OF PUPTHEBAND (2022)
Lucius - Second Nature (2022)
Billy Woods - Aethiopes (2022)
Kae Tempest - The Line Is A Curve (2022)
Wet Leg...2022-04-1549 minBest Song EverBSE Minisode 30“Frasier’s Playlist For When He Has Women Over.”
In this minisode, Luke reflects on The Darkness, Kevin calls an idol, and they both share some of their favorite new and upcoming music.
TOUTS
Denzel Curry - Melt My Eyes See Your Future (2022)
Nigo - I Know NIGO! (2022)
Few Good Things – Saba (2022)
Kali - Toxic Chocolate (2022)
Rex Orange County - Who Cares? (2022)
PUP - THE UNRAVELING OF PUPTHEBAND (2022)
Destroyer - LABRYNTHITIS (2022)
Yung Bae - Groove Continental: Side A (2022)
Swamp Dogg - I Need A Job… So I Can But More Auto-Tune (2022)
Swamp Dogg - I Finally Ca...2022-04-0829 min
Best Song EverBSE 149: MUNA, John Moods, Yung Bae ft. EARTHGANG, Jon Batiste & Sherwyn, Barrie, Chastity Belt and Fetch Tiger“Mansions and Millions and MUNAs and Moods.”
In this episode the boys catch up about their time away, discuss record collecting and share the Comfort Albums that helped them through some rough weeks. Kevin gets confused by EPs, Luke informs Kevin of an underrated hit by The Darkness and they discuss facing fears and grappling with uncertainty. Plus, they play an astounding lineup of amazing new songs from awesome artists.
Songs Played In This Episode:
MUNA - Anything But Me from MUNA out June 24th on Saddest Factory
John Moods - So S...2022-04-011h 10
Best Song EverBSE 148: The Convenience, Empath, Oceanator, Christian Lee Hutson, Youth Sector and Fatlip & Blu ft. Hemlock Ernst“Powered by TaintCoin.”
In this episode, the boys are all about the Bitcoin baby as Kevin tries to guess the fake Cryptocurrencies in the game Crypto or Shit No! They find out how much Dogecoin Kevin owns, they debate about a band that Luke loves and Luke talks about his life feeling like a movie. Plus they shred to an amazing and apocalyptic lineup of songs from awesome new artists.
Songs Played In This Episode:
Empath - Elvis Comeback Special from Visitor out now on Fat Possum Records
The Convenience - Acce...2022-02-251h 13Best Song EverBSE Minisode 26“If This Was A Wordle…”
In this lovely episode, the boys compare beards, Luke shops frantically, Kevin aggressively pivots, and they welcome February by selecting the Best Love Songs including songs about self-love.
Listen to our Best Love Songs Playlist
TOUTS:
Mello Music Group - Mandala
Golden Joe, Ozstriker - Interdimensional Cable
Anais Mitchell - Anais Mitchell
Thyla - Thyla
Pinegrove - 11:11
MØ - Motordrome
Bas Jan - Baby U Know
Pom Poko - This Is Our House
Amber Mark – Three Dimensions Deep
Neil Frances – There is No Neil Frances
FKA Twigs – CAPRISONGS
Wednesday – T...2022-02-0448 min
Best Song EverBSE 146: Momma, Hatchie, NOBRO, Los Bitchos, Liam Benzvi, and Kids On A Crime Spree“Cottage Core Scooby Doo Hijinx.”
In this episode Luke answers an important call, they discuss the Super Bowl Halftime Show lineup and Kevin gets vindicated. They talk about having everything you want, having everything you want and not loving and not being able to get what you want. They discuss the brand of Luke’s color changing lightbulb and a P.U.K.E. reference on Peacemaker. All this while playing an amazing lineup of songs from incredible artists.
Songs Played In This Episode:
Momma - Medicine out now via Polyvinyl
Hatchi...2022-01-2800 min
Best Song EverBSE 145: Beach House, Anna Lunoe ft. Genesis Owusu, Dijon, Darkbird, The Districts ft. Clementine Creevy and Brittany Campbell“Thinking Is The Enemy.”
In this episode we discuss our new theme song, Luke finds out how hard it is to whistle and Kevin tries to find the fake band names in a new game called Band Name or Scam Game. Kevin turns into a condiment, Luke plays with his office lighting setup and Kevin talks about the music on Star Trek: The Next Generation. All this while playing an amazing playlist of new music from incredible artists.
Songs Played In This Episode:
Beach House - Runaway from Once Twice Melody out February 18th o...2022-01-141h 20Best Song EverBSE Minisode 24“Mazlow’s Hierarchy of WEEDS.”
On this episode, Kevin and Luke share their music resolutions for the new year, put together the most unhinged baby playlist you’ll ever find, and bookend the episode with our BRAND NEW THEME SONG, written and produced by our very own Luke LaBenne.
New Year, Newborn Baby Tunes: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/74omqenvqe0ASunBwbyDBn?si=fab20acc43f24c4c2022-01-0727 minBest Song EverBSE Minisode 23 (with Ted Montgomery)“Glad to Be Here Despite the Bad Accent.”
In this special minisode, Kevin and Luke welcome author, Beatles expert and Luke’s father-in-law Ted Montgomery to discuss The Beatles Get Back documentary. Ted shares some musical history lessons and discusses his new book The Beatles Through Headphones 2nd Edition. Plus, they each select their Top 5 Beatles songs, their favorite Beatles album and share their own personal listening histories and memories of the greatest rock band of all time.
The Beatles Through Headphones 2nd Edition will be out in January 2022, preorder it here: https://mcfarlandbooks.com/produc...2021-12-1038 min
Best Song EverBSE 143: Slothrust, Bruiser Wolf, Spaceface, Aesop Rock & Blockhead, Milo Korbenski and Magdalena Bay“Best Song Ever (Kevin’s Version).”
In this episode we discuss Red (Taylor’s Version), Swifty Sleuths, the Harry Styles conspiracy theory and our favorite Taylor Swift songs. We talk about our D&D Game, Luke shares the playlist that he made for his character, we give producers the credit they deserve and we discover the music that attracts cats. All this while playing an awesome playlist of fantastic new tunes.
Songs Played In This Episode:
Slothrust - Once More For The Ocean from Parallel Timeline out now on Dangerbird Records
Bruiser...2021-11-191h 11Best Song EverBSE Minisode 19“Sandwich featuring Megan thee Stallion.”
On this spooky minisode, Kevin trick or treats, Luke prepares to read, the boys get Duney, and put together the Top 10 Spooky Songs for your Halloween party. SPOILER WARNING: 33:00-47:00 contains spoilers for Denis Villeneuve's Dune (2021).
Listen to the Top 10 Spooky Songs Playlist here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4dnCFi4CnrHhGVjL81g4i4?si=8a6d0fc213b84d76
TOUTS
Dummy - Mandatory Enjoyment
Deerhoof - Actually, You Can!
Black Marble - Fast Idol
Caroline Kingsbury - Heaven’s Just A Flight
Self Esteem - Prioritise Pleasure
Zack Fox...2021-10-2948 min
Best Song EverBSE 141: Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers, The Dodos, Bad Bad Hats, Banoffee, Central Heat Exchange and Sarah Jaffe“We Defied The No Bones Day.”
In this episode Luke tells a ghost story, Kevin shares the worst way to lose your air pods and Kevin catches Luke. Luke finally makes a sports joke and Kevins talks about Noodles the Pug.
All this while playing a stellar lineup of striking new songs.
Song Played In This Episode:
Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers - AHHHH! out now via Domestic La La
The Dodos - Annie from Grizzly Peak out November 12th on Polyvinyl
Bad Bad Hats - Detroit Basketball from...2021-10-221h 06Best Song EverBSE Minsode 18“Leto Creamy Good Dad.”
In this minisode, Kevin won Squid Game, Luke gets spicy, an important alarm finally goes off, and we serve up a primer for Denis Villeneuve’ upcoming movie, Dune. We also talk about all the music we’ve been listening to and are excited for.
TOUTS
Lala Lala - I Want The Door To Open
Porches - All Day Gentle Hold !
bbno$ - eat ya veggies
Paris Texas - Red Hand Akimbo
Soshi Takeda - Floating Mountains
David Wise – The Donkey Kong Country 2 Soundtrack
Fleece – Stunning and Atrocious
TEKE::TEKE – Shirushi
Slayyyter – Troubled Paradis...2021-10-1537 min
Best Song EverBSE 140: Dazy, Let’s Eat Grandma, Petite Amie, KYNSY, Black Marble and Olive Vox“P.U.K.E.: Pumped Up Kicks Experience.”
In this episode, we discuss our T-Shirt selection, we find out the REAL reason Luke has two phones and Luke tells a story about a mysterious knock at his door. Luke talks about his favorite scene in I Still Know What You Did Last Summer and a fond memory set to music. We talk American Horror Story, Midnight Mass and we play an amazing lineup of new tunes including our first Spooky Season Song of the year.
Songs Played In This Episode:
Dazy - Fool In T...2021-10-011h 09Best Song EverBSE Minisode 16Nikki Minaj presents: #BALLGATE
On this minisode, Kevin fills Luke in on a major story that he missed: Nikki Minaj’s #Ballgate. Other topics include: The most ridiculous scene in Batman v. Superman, when Margret Thatcher graduated Oxford and the winner of the Drake vs. Kanye beef. Then, we discuss all the music we’ve been loving and looking forward to.
TOUTS
Lil Nas X - Montero
DUCKWRTH - SG8*
Kacey Musgraves - Star-crossed
HOMESHAKE - Under The Weather
Kero Kero Bonito - Civilisation
Little Simz - Sometimes I Might Be Introvert
Baby Keem - The...2021-09-2433 min
Best Song EverBSE 139: Public Service Broadcasting, Juliana Hatfield, Ducks Ltd., Pom Pom Squad, Dummy and Sasha and the Valentines“The Banger Bitch.”
On this episode we discuss a historic milestone for humanity, Kevin tries to perfect his sigh and we imitate Austin Powers. We talk about misquoted movie lines, elf powers and Luke gives multiple standing ovations. All this while playing a lineup of sweet and hazy pop and rock jams.
Songs Played In This Episode:
Public Service Broadcasting - Blue Heaven feat. Andreya Casablanca from Bright Magic out September 24th on Play It Again Sam
Juliana Hatfield - Mouthful of Blood from Blood out now on American Laundromat Records
2021-09-171h 04
Best Song EverBSE 137: Nation of Language, Alice Phoebe Lou, Indigo de Souza, St. Panther, S. Raekwon and EERA“BACKBALL IS FOOT!!!”
In this episode, we talk about football being back, pool party hacks and how Aldi works. Kevin tries to get Luke to talk about sports, Luke talks about humming to himself like a weirdo. Plus, we play a lineup of amazing songs from scintillating style-swirlers.
Songs Played In This Episode:
Nation of Language - This Fractured Mind from A Way Forward out November 5th
Alice Phoebe Lou - Dusk from Glow out now
Indigo De Souza - Hold U from Any Shape You Take out August 27th o...2021-08-201h 03
Best Song EverBSE 136: Sleigh Bells, White Denim, LUMP, Wild Pink and Porches“Good Listening Nice Albums.”
In this episode, Luke comes back with a Dave Report about the Dave Matthews Band concerts he recently attended, Kevin has to perform a DavExorcism on Luke and we talk about the big news of Kevin and Annie getting engaged! Luke shares some concerning information about his personal life that deeply disturbs Kevin. All this while playing an explosive lineup of amazing new songs.
Song Played In This Episode:
Sleigh Bells - Locust Laced from Texis out September 10th on Mom + Pop
White Denim - Crystal Bullets out...2021-08-061h 05Best Song EverBSE Minisode 12“The Early Twaughts.”
In this minisode we talk about The Sparks Brothers documentary breaking alert about a certain someone who co-founded ATO Records. Then we talk about amazing albums from the past 50 years in Top 5: Favorite Albums From Each of the Last 5 Decades and one of Kevin’s picks gets a standing ovation from Luke. Then we talk about all the music we’re excited about and some of our old favorites.
TOUTS:
Gavin Turek - Madame Gold
DARKSIDE - Spiral
John Moods - So Sweet EP
Ora the Molecule - Human Safari
RETRO...2021-07-3042 minBest Song EverBSE Minisode 11“You Might Just Get a Nexus Event with That Big Ol’ Butt of Yours.”
SPOILER WARNING: In this minisode, we talk about Black Widow and the season finale of Loki. Luke talks about how the finale was spoiled for him and Kevin shares his worst spoiler story. Luke talks about Mission Impossible II blowing his mind and we reminisce about buying comics and CDs. We try to guess how many albums John Mayer has released. All this while talking about our favorite new music.
TOUTS
Cosha - Mt. Pleasant
Mach-Hommy - Pray for Haiti
Sparks - A St...2021-07-1636 min
Best Song EverBSE 133: Jxst J, Sam Gellaitry, JW Francis, EXUM, Ducks Ltd. and Ora the Molecule"Shreddie Mercury."
On this episode Luke is back from vacation and he catches Kevin up on his time away. We talk about robot body parts, gators and Kevin’s Fall Out Boy back tattoo. Kevin tries to explain football to Luke and Luke makes puns with the word “shred” that drive Kevin up the wall. We play a fantastic lineup of songs from bold new artists and Luke ends the show by paying tribute to his friend who passed away.
Songs Played In This Episode:
Jxst J - Alone from How to Pronounce Jxst J...2021-06-181h 07Best Song EverBSE Minisode 7 (w/ Joe Lopez and Jared Szymanski)“All Daddies Welcome.”
What is this a crossover episode? Yes it is! Luke and Kevin are joined by Joe and Jared from the Big Dad Energy podcast, now on the Planet Ant Podcast Network! We tell dad jokes, discuss the future of dad rock and try to pick the ultimate song to flip a burger to. Other topics include: ska, musicals, jam bands, Disney, Dear Evan Hansen, D&D and movie soundtracks. Then we review the music we’ve been listening to and the music we’re excited about coming out this week.
TOUTS
McKinley Dixon...2021-05-2145 min
Best Song EverBSE 131: Rostam, Mykki Blanco, Polo & Pan, Mr. Twin Sister, Yellow Ostrich and KALI“Stay the F*ck Away From My Fries.”
In this episode we vent about voice activated AI technology, slander Snow Patrol and play Animation or Rap Sensation. We talk about love, Luke gets stingy with his fries and Kevin take on the mantle of sample sleuth. We talk about the simplistic determination of animals in nature and discuss overthinking our choices. Then, we put on our dancing pants and rave while listening to a lineup of amazing songs.
Songs Played In This Episode:
Rostam - From The Back of a Cab from Changephobia out...2021-05-141h 11Best Song EverBSE Minisode 6“Nothing Says Punk like Ray Romano.”
In this episode, Luke tries to guess which titles are real Fall Out Boy songs and which ones Kevin made up in Fall Out Boy or Fake Out, Boiii. We talk about the music we’ve been listening to lately and the releases we’re excited about coming out today and even throw in a terrible Ray Romano impression for good measure.
TOUTS
Albums
Cordae - Just Until…
Girl In Red - if i could make it go quiet
Topaz Jones - Don’t Go Tellin’ Your Mama
Gilligan...2021-05-0736 min
Best Song EverBSE 130: Islands, Holiday Ghosts, Wallice, John Moods, The Lazy Eyes and Nasimiyu“Brunch Is a Vibe.”
In this episode, Luke tries to recover from 4/20 and we talk about the Oscars ceremony being weird. The boys attend a party in their minds and talk about hold music, company meeting soundtracks and which kind of mask you should wear to an orgy. The guys attend a party in their minds, Luke dances with his cat and we debate the meaning of brunch and the sound of the summer. Luke plays a clip from his interview with Nasimiyu and we playing an amazing lineup of strong songs from bold artists.
Song...2021-04-301h 18Best Song EverBSE Minisode 5"Fart Car."
In this Minisode we talk purple lights and fart powered cars before playing Oscar Mash-Up. Luke talks about the serendipitous discovery of Sophia Kennedy’s feature on DJ Koze’s album. Kevin schools Luke on video game what a Kill/Death ratio is and we argue about the Mars Volta vs. Fall Out. All this while talking about all our favorite new music.
TOUTS
Sharon Van Etten - Epic Ten
Jeff Rosenstock - SKA DREAM
Fred Again.. - Actual Life (April 14 - December 17 2020)
Amigo the Devil - Born Against
Los Esplifs - Estraik Back...2021-04-2334 min
Best Song EverBSE 128: Middle Kids, Japanese Breakfast, Kiwi Jr., Sorry, New Dad, and For Those I Love“Undercover Youth.”
In this episode, we talk Tik Tok, Radiohead, and being old. We talk in-depth about the Space Jam: A New Legacy trailer, Lebron James Jr’s number selections, and the ingredients for a great X-Files episode. We talk about Kevin being attracted to countdowns, Kevin tries to add another dad to our 3 daddy roster and Luke introduces a new segment called Sample Sleuth. All this while playing a phenomenal lineup of amazing new tunes.
Songs Played In This Episode:
Middle Kids - Stacking Chairs from Today We’re The Greatest out now on D...2021-04-091h 14
Best Song EverBSE 126: Roosevelt, Baby Boys, Armani White, Chad VanGaalen, Babeheaven and Xiu Xiu“You Dan Know What You’ve Got ’Til It’s Dan.”
In this episode, Kevin brags about his bass boosting subwoofer, Luke talks about his cool cat shirt collection and one of his favorite underrated artists, Judee Sill. We discuss the Grammy’s strange nomination process, Don Henley’s band name, Ghost of Tsushima and Age of the Samurais. Then, we travel through time and reality begins to fold in on itself like the forging of katana. All this while playing a mind-bindingly magnificent playlist of new music.
Songs Played In This Episode:
Roosevelt - Se...2021-03-191h 16Best Song EverBSE Minisode 3“A Biggie, a Britney, and a Billie.”
In this minisode, Kevin shares his Al Gore Mandella Effect conspiracy theory and Luke tries to wrap his head around the Song That Doesn’t End. We talk about Adam Levine’s declaration that there are no bands anymore and discuss the Biggie and Britney documentaries. Then we talk about all the music we’ve been listening to and all the releases that we’re excited about out today!
TOUTS
Vintage
The Notorious B.I.G. - Ready to Die
Haroumi Hosono - Philharmony
Yellow Magic Orchestra...2021-03-1235 min
Best Song EverBSE 125: TV Priest, Oceanator, Valerie June feat. Carla Thomas, Katy Kirby, The Ophelias and Ron Gallo“Back to Back Building Ballads.”
In this episode, Luke steals a song slot from Kevin and Kevin tries to parse cartoon characters from outlandish rapper monikers in the game Animation or Rap Sensation. We talk hot dog slang and Luke angers arborists and botanists with his plant ignorance. We talk about hiding yourself behind different things and Luke plays a clip of his interview with Charlie Drinkwater from TV Priest. All while playing a top-notch selection of stellar songs from incredible artists.
Songs Played In This Episode:
TV Priest - Slideshow from Uppers out...2021-03-051h 12Best Song EverBSE Minisode 2“I Need You To Flip My Switch.”
Kevin asks Luke to flip his switch and it has some unexpected results. We talk about Daft Punk’s Epilogue and mourn the end of one of the greatest groups in modern music history while speaking terrible French. We talk about Joey Bada$$’ 1999 album and the tragedy and talent of Capital Steez. Then we share our favorite music from last week and the releases that we’re looking forward to this week.
TOUTS
SG Lewis - Times
Katy Kirby - Cool Dry Place
Hand Habits - Dirt EP
Another Mi...2021-02-2621 min
Best Song EverBSE 122: Best of 2020 Part 2 | Samia, Lomelda, Run The Jewels feat. Pharrell Williams & Zach de la Rocha, Sa-Roc and The Beths“Mutual Number Two's.”
We celebrate Kevin’s 28th birthday in some questionable ways and play songs from some of our favorite albums of 2020. We count down our Top 10 Albums of last year as the party gets sloppy and the guests get sloshy. Kevin lays out his anti-long-album “Views rule” and talks about being a CRJ super-stan. We talk about the power of music binding itself to events in our lives and the world at large. Luke hides in a bathroom and it all ends with some shocking revelations.
Songs Played In This Episode:
The Beths...2021-01-291h 08
Best Song EverBSE 121: Best of 2020 Part 1 | Tennis, Cut Copy, Naeem, Caroline Rose and Soccer Mommy“Ya Made It To The Big Show Kid.”
We start our new year with a new co-host as Kevin Connor joins Luke to talk about some of the best music of 2020. We discuss our Top 20 lists and countdown from 20-11. We catch up about how our new year is going, sing Abba hits, swap podcast recommendations and debate who is the greatest collaborator. All this while playing songs from some of 2020’s most unforgettable albums.
Songs Played In This Episode:
Soccer Mommy - yellow is the color of her eyes from color theory out no...2021-01-151h 13
Best Song EverBSE 116: Deerhoof, Hinds, rum.gold feat. Jamila Woods, Kate NV, Run The Jewels and Shamir“Those Things That Make God Laugh.”
In this episode the LaBenne cousins talk about Luke’s 30th birthday message from Sisqo and parody songs with Sisqo’s name. We talk about The Last of Us Part II and how it’s bigger and better than ever. We talk about AOL Instant Messenger and making an exciting discovery. We talk about sexy songs that transport you to bedroom time. We talk about how we should stop using phrases like “Infectious” and “Viral.” We talk about god thinking plans are jokes. We talk about honoring those who never had a voice, whose sto...2020-06-191h 14
Best Song EverBSE 114: LA Priest, Naeem feat. Swamp Dogg and Justin Vernon, Bibio, Johanna Warren, Land of Talk and The Soft Pink Truth“I Know Kung-Fu… Panda.”
We walk about Baby Grimes-Musk, alien languages, and Brian makes Luke (aaaahhh) FREAK OUT! We talk about weird coincidences, deja vu, and living in a simulation. Luke plays a clip from his interview with LA Priest where they talk about Soft Hair, Britney Spears, and Tiger King. We talk about living in the city vs. living in the country. Luke tries to teach Brian how to pronounce Bon Iver. We talk about manipulative men and carrying the weight of the world. We talk about reinventing yourself as a new character. All while playing an inc...2020-05-081h 17
Best Song EverBSE 112: Tennis, Protomartyr, Swamp Dogg, Half Waif, En Attendant Ana and Shabazz Palaces feat. Purple Tape Nate“Punk Rock Bezos.”
The LaBenne cousins investigate the source code of famous peoples’ websites and make some shocking revelations. They talk about their favorite albums from Q1 of 2020. They talk about Tiger Kings and Kings of Rock ’n’ Roll. Luke tries to teach Brian the difference between Snoop Dogg and Swamp Dogg and talks about crying in a Panera Drive-Thru. Brian reveals his shaved head to the world and tells the story of how he went from Mess Head Boy to Punk Rock Bezos. They also talk about being the caretaker of yourself, all this while playing the best p...2020-04-101h 20
Best Song EverBSE 111: Dirty Projectors, Nap Eyes, Squid, Louis Prince, Jordana and Disq“Switcheroo Hullabaloo.”
It’s a Switcheroo Hullabaloo on this episode as the cousins LaBenne trade songs during isolation. Luke talks about the cruise he just went on and the playlist Brian made to help calm his fears. We discuss having a beginner’s mindset, people assuming that they’re experts and Brian tells Luke to drink Essential Oils. We try to figure out if Mark Zuckerberg is a ghost, alien or robot and what the heck he does with all that sand!?! Brian sh*t talks a band he’s playing and pitches an erotic train conductor story while...2020-03-271h 08
Best Song EverBSE 110: Yves Tumor, Star Parks, Soccer Mommy, The Undercover Dream Lovers, Thundercat and JUICEBOXXX“Brian LaBenne: Dense and Difficult.”
This week the guys play a game about Nicolas Cage and Samuel L. Jackson called Not The Bees or Motherfuckin’ Snakes. They have a Chardy Party and discuss their wine preferences. They talk about feeling like a failure, nostalgia for childhood and changing as you grow. They talk about having friends on the track and Luke shares his history with durags. All this while playing amazing songs from artists who do it their damn selves.
Songs Played In This Episode:
Yves Tumor – Gospel for a New Century from Heaven t...2020-02-281h 02
Best Song EverBSE 100: Tyler The Creator, Little Simz, Denzel Curry, Bibio, Weyes Blood and Kevin Morby"There Will Be Bibbons."
IT’S OUR 100TH EPISODE!!!!!!! We celebrate this momentous occasion by looking back at our time doing the podcast. Luke plays a song he wrote to mark the occasion and we do a year in review (so far), we play some of our favorite music of 2019 and have many laughs along the way.
Songs Played In This Episode:
Denzel Curry - CAROLMART from ZUU out now on Loma Vista Recordings
Little Simz feat. Michael Kiwanuka - Flowers form GREY Area out now on AGE101 Music
Bi...2019-07-191h 23
Best Song EverBSE 99: Hot Chip, Heart Bones, Moon Duo, Shura, Sui Zhen, and COMA“Stretch Me Bigger.”
In this patriotic episode the LaBenne cousins talk 4th of July traditions, Dem Debates, and Luke makes a shocking confession. The guys talk about Contemporary Christian Music, play a new game called God or Erotica and Luke does some DC Talk themed comedy. All this while playing a patriotic playlist of phenomenal songs.
Songs Played In This Episode:
Shura - religion (u can lay your hands on me) from forevher out 8/16 on Secretly Canadian
Heart Bones - Disappearer out now
Sui Zhen – “Perfect Place” Losing, Linda out sept 2...2019-07-051h 20
Best Song EverBSE 97: G&D, Joanna Sternberg, Cosmo Gold, KAINA, Graveyard Club and Girl Friday“Luke LaBenne: Perfect Virgin”
The guys talk about the E3 conference and Luke tries to figure out how video games are made. Also, it’s Father’s Day so the guys discuss Luke’s secret family. They brainstorm the theme song for a Golden Girls reboot and Luke tries to impersonate Jeff Goldblum. All this while playing an amazing lineup of songs that would make daddy proud.
Songs Played In This Episode:
Cosmo Gold - Drown The Fly from Waiting On The City out now
KAINA – Green from Next to the Sun out July...2019-06-141h 11
Best Song EverBSE 96: Jesca Hoop feat. Lucius, Jay Som, (Sandy) Alex G, Chaos Chaos, Purple Mountains, and Silverbacks“Goat Parade.”
The LaBenne boys talk about their birthdays, getting older, and what really goes on at bachelor parties. Luke recaps the Local Natives and Wu-Tang Clan shows he just went to. They talk about Bugs Bunny and Hansel and Gretel. Luke does a song parody, finds out Brian’s fetish and they talk about how to 96. Then they discuss the old clashing with the youth, empathy, and how everyone is dealing with something below the surface. Not to mention they play an all-star lineup of songs from artists who are GOATs! (greatest of all time)
Song...2019-06-071h 12
Best Song EverBSE 95: Yeasayer, Generationals, Chris Staples, Crumb, Mega Bog and Ludovic Alarie“Uncrumbfortable.”
Vibe out with the drowsy boys as the LaBenne cousins play nocturnal, soft, and otherworldly tunes. They talk about pulling all nighters, dream journals and misleading magazine covers. They try to find out the difference between Bachelor In Paradise and Paradise album and Luke threatens to disown Brian. They wonder about why cats always litter, what chopping and screwing is, and when they’ll get a crumpet from the royal family. All while playing the best lineup of songs you’ll here all week.
Songs Played In This Episode:
Yeasayer - Ecstatic Baby fro...2019-05-171h 04
Best Song EverBSE 93: Flying Lotus, Fruit Bats, Noah Britton & Request Freebird, Mannequin Pussy, Wilder Woods, and Grace Ives“Luke LaBenne: Absolute Loser.”
This week the theme of our songs is SOUL. We talk about souls getting crushed, f*cked, and repaired. We have a new edition of THOR TALK, it’s the AVENGERS ENDGAME edition where Luke does a failed attempt at spoiling the movie, the guys talk about Norse Mythology, and they argue over whether or not the new Game of Thrones episode was too dark. They play a song that was featured in the HBO Docuseries On Tour with Asperger’s Are Us, and Luke tells Brian about how much he loves the show. Th...2019-05-031h 21
Best Song EverBSE 91: Vampire Weekend, Kishi Bashi, Nilufer Yanya, JR JR, Stef Chura and Channel Tres"Love is Sleazy."
The boys catch up and fill each other in on their lives. Luke tells a creepy story involving the movie Us, Brian recaps his experience seeing Hamilton and going to a Robyn concert, cha boiyzz discuss about March Madness and fill out their brackets for Name of the Year. Luke asks Brian when he stopped liking good things and then get into a debate about the merits of different bands and tv shows. The talk about music having soul vs. technical proficiency and Luke opens up about overcoming his insecurities about dancing.They talk...2019-03-291h 29
Best Song EverBSE 90: Tierra Whack, Ex Hex, Bellows, Pure Bathing Culture, Living Hour and Hatchie"Gettin' Sloshy"
In this episode, Cha Boiyzz are back after a long hiatus and Luke is out of practice. They’re also in a new studio on a NEW PODCAST NETWORK!!! They talk about blending somberness and silliness, Brian’s mixes and how they got Luke into new music. Brian plays songs as a mini party playlist and Luke talks about his most recent party experience. Luke also sharesall the Tom Cruise movies he’s never seen, the boys talk about different terms for being drunk. Most importantly, they talk about finding new meanings in music and how mu...2019-03-221h 09
Best Song EverBSE 89: Best of 2018 Part 289
On this episode of Best Song Ever the dear, dear LaBenne cousins count down their favorite albums of 2018! This episode covers the picks for albums number 10 – 1. They talk about the government shutdown, dig into DJ Khaled’s landscaping business, discuss everybody’s favorite dead dog and the big man upstairs (Bob Marley) and Luke spends way too much time talking about porches, pools and patios all while playing ten of the best songs you’ll hear all year!
Every week Ghettoblaster feature writers (and dear cousins!) Brian LaBenne and Luke LaBenne bring you fresh new songs wi...2019-01-111h 26Best Song EverBSE 88: Best of 2018 Part 188
On this episode of Best Song Ever the dear, dear LaBenne cousins count down their favorite albums of 2018! This episode covers the picks for albums number 20 – 11. They also talk about wacky wedding traditions, share some terrible internet comments, trade Christmas anecdotes and of course dish about hunky boy band members all while playing ten of the best songs you’ll hear all year!
Every week Ghettoblaster feature writers (and dear cousins!) Brian LaBenne and Luke LaBenne bring you fresh new songs with the hopes of introducing you to some that you may consider to be the...2019-01-041h 21Best Song EverBSE 87: Sufjan Stevens, Night Flowers, The Beths, Say Sue Me, and The LaBennes87
It’s our Honda Days special live from the BSE Honda Days Party with DJ Crocodile Connery, Nerbert, and all your other favorites are in attendance. Luke talks about being engaged, tries to get Brian to watch a scary tape. Luke performs some Honda Days carols and a Honda Days rap. Then, we get snowed in, Santa pays us a visit, and we commit some desperate culinary acts.
Every week Ghettoblaster feature writers (and dear cousins!) Brian LaBenne and Luke LaBenne bring you fresh new songs with the hopes of introducing you to some that yo...2018-12-2152 minBest Song EverBSE 86: Maggie Rogers, DAWN, Gerard Way, Laura Jane Grace and the Devouring Mothers, Julia Jacklin and Sneaks86
On this episode of Best Song Ever the dear, dear cousins are visited by Loki the Trickster God as they do their first Thor Talk in a long time, where they mourn Stan Lee, Luke gives a Marvel Life Hack, and they talk about our favorite Kurt Russel movies. Luke decides to bloviate about My Chemical Romance, which leads the cousins into workshopping their sitcom idea Gerard and Gerard in the Yard. Crocodile Connery makes a surprise return and Brian talks about how he staged a coup and murdered a lot of people. The dear cousins get...2018-11-161h 16Best Song EverBSE 85: Miya Folick, The Vernes, Westerman, Alias and Doseone, Mike Krol and Public Practice85
On this episode of Best Song Ever the dear, dear cousins are live on location at Luke’s Dark Baptism where they sing a song to Satan, play a special Halloween game of Hymn or Horror and Luke sneakily signs Brian’s name in the Book of the Beast setting off a cataclysmic chain of events as Brian now has competing claims over his soul. Even amidst all this excitement, Brian would rather be playing Red Dead Redemption II. Also, Luke confuses Mike Krol for Nick Krol and thinks all albums should be under 10 minutes. The cousins disc...2018-10-311h 03Best Song EverBSE 82: Troye Sivan, Noname, Richard Swift, Kero Kero Bonito, They Might Be Giants and Adrianne Lenker“Butt Babes” Photos Courtesy of the Artists On this episode of Best Song Ever the Dear LaBenne cousins play a fun new game called Letter Rip, Luke spoils the Ant-man and The Wasp trailer, they talk about fruit and confirm that plums become prunes and try to get an Audible sponsorship. They also get into some deeper topics […]The post BSE 82: Troye Sivan, Noname, Richard Swift, Kero Kero Bonito, They Might Be Giants and Adrianne Lenker appeared first on Ghettoblaster Magazine.2018-10-021h 22Best Song EverBSE 80: Blood Orange, Waxahatchee, Patrick Paige II, BRONCHO, The Goon Sax and Helena Deland“Sip Sip” Photos Courtesy of the Artists On this episode of Best Song Ever Brian talks about yoga and reminds Luke that he’s not as good as 2 live Crew. Luke spends some time white-splaining race relations and we find out that Brian says Montreal weird. Luke talks about his love of My Chemical Romance […]The post BSE 80: Blood Orange, Waxahatchee, Patrick Paige II, BRONCHO, The Goon Sax and Helena Deland appeared first on Ghettoblaster Magazine.2018-08-311h 09Best Song EverBSE 76: Arctic Monkeys, Tierra Whack, Against All Logic, Black Milk and Many MorePhotos Courtesy of the Artists “Bostralia” On this episode of Best Song Ever the dear, dear LaBenne cousins spelunk into the cracks to bring you eight songs from albums they have been loving this year, which haven’t been featured on the show yet! In the process they talk about gaps in their pop culture knowledge, […]The post BSE 76: Arctic Monkeys, Tierra Whack, Against All Logic, Black Milk and Many More appeared first on Ghettoblaster Magazine.2018-07-271h 24Best Song EverBSE 75: Mistki, Michael Christmas, Rome Fortune and Toro y Moi, Marlowe and Many MorePhotos Courtesy of the Artists “Greasy Ricardo” On this episode of Best Song Ever the dear, dear LaBenne cousins dive deep into the Rednex classic Cotton Eyed Joe and try to avoid having a week long dance party with only that song as their punishment. Brian talks about how he normally doesn’t have memories but […]The post BSE 75: Mistki, Michael Christmas, Rome Fortune and Toro y Moi, Marlowe and Many More appeared first on Ghettoblaster Magazine.2018-07-091h 22Best Song EverBSE 74: Chromeo feat. DRAM, Georgia Anne Muldrow, Foxing, MorMor and Many MorePhotos Courtesy of the Artists “Err Brian in the Club Gettin’ Tipsy” On this episode of Best Song Ever the dear, dear LaBenne Cousins go deep and talk about the world falling apart around them and how sometimes you just need to partake in some guided mediation. Luke is a declared a fancy boy after […]The post BSE 74: Chromeo feat. DRAM, Georgia Anne Muldrow, Foxing, MorMor and Many More appeared first on Ghettoblaster Magazine.2018-06-261h 17Best Song EverBSE 73: St. Vincent, M. Ward, LVL Up, Jenn Champion and Many MorePhotos Courtesy of the Artists “#michiganarepeopletoo” On this episode of Best Song Ever the dear LaBenne cousins discuss the new surprise album from The Carters (aka Beyonce and Jay-Z.) They also discuss their favorite Nicolas Cage movies, Brian shares that he has no imagination or memories and Luke explains flyover states and dives into his […]The post BSE 73: St. Vincent, M. Ward, LVL Up, Jenn Champion and Many More appeared first on Ghettoblaster Magazine.2018-06-181h 38Best Song EverBSE 71: Prophet feat. Nite Jewell, Lucero, Mutual Benefit, Mourn and Many MorePhotos Courtesy of the Artists “Fun With a PH” On this episode of Best Song Ever the Dear LaBenne cousins celebrate Brian’s birthday with some new flavors of everyone favorite chips: RAP SNACKS! They also decide who should have to convince Donald Trump and Kim Jong Un to un-cancel their cancelled meeting. After that business […]The post BSE 71: Prophet feat. Nite Jewell, Lucero, Mutual Benefit, Mourn and Many More appeared first on Ghettoblaster Magazine.2018-05-251h 15Best Song EverBSE 70: Dirty Projectors, Let’s Eat Grandma, Dear Nora, Professor Rhythm and many morePhotos Courtesy of the Artists “Death Cab for Springsteen.” On this episode of Best Song Ever the LaBenne Cousins try not to get their birthday cancelled and Brian is hoping to outlast Jesus. They talk about House and Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and play an amazing lineup of noisy and breezy tunes. Every week Ghettoblaster […]The post BSE 70: Dirty Projectors, Let’s Eat Grandma, Dear Nora, Professor Rhythm and many more appeared first on Ghettoblaster Magazine.2018-05-181h 21Best Song EverBSE 69: Childish Gambino, Ryley Walker, Protomartyr feat. Kelley Deal, Parcels and Many MorePhotos Courtesy of the Artists “Soft and Funky Just Like My Junky” On this episode of Best Song Ever the Dear LaBenne Cousins celebrate a momentous achievement in podcasting: reaching Episode 69! Be prepared for immature giggling and terrible jokes all the way through. They discuss Childish Gambino for the first big chunk of the […]The post BSE 69: Childish Gambino, Ryley Walker, Protomartyr feat. Kelley Deal, Parcels and Many More appeared first on Ghettoblaster Magazine.2018-05-111h 29Best Song EverBSE 68: Freddie Gibbs with G Perico and Mozzy, Speedy Ortiz, Half Waif, Ric Wilson and Many MorePhotos Courtesy of the Artists “Star Wars What is it Good For” On this episode of Best Song Ever the Dear LaBenne Cousins celebrate May the 4th Be With You by playing all Star Wars themed songs! (not really) They discuss Michelle Wolff’s White House Correspondent’s Dinner speech as well as the new Kanye West […]The post BSE 68: Freddie Gibbs with G Perico and Mozzy, Speedy Ortiz, Half Waif, Ric Wilson and Many More appeared first on Ghettoblaster Magazine.2018-05-041h 28Best Song EverBSE 67: Girl Talk and Erick the Architect, Lord Huron, Lou Barlow, Happy Rhodes and Many More“A Couple of Dunces” On this episode of Best Song Ever the Dear LaBenne Cousins talk about missing Record Store Day and the Space Jam Soundtrack. They discuss the advantages of E-Coli vs. Old Analog Coli and get into classic Timeloop Movies like Groundhog’s Day, 25 Christmases and the Family Man (or is it the […]The post BSE 67: Girl Talk and Erick the Architect, Lord Huron, Lou Barlow, Happy Rhodes and Many More appeared first on Ghettoblaster Magazine.2018-04-271h 34Best Song EverBSE 66: Saba, Frog Eyes, Homeboy Sandman and Edan, The Essex Green and Many MorePhotos Courtesy of the Artists “Bogart This Bad Boy” On this episode of Best Song Ever the Dear Cousins LaBenne talk about 420, Hitler’s birthday and, of course, Harry Potter. They dive headfirst into the wonderful world of Kanye West’s Twitter account and read aloud some of their favorites. Also, they share stories about their […]The post BSE 66: Saba, Frog Eyes, Homeboy Sandman and Edan, The Essex Green and Many More appeared first on Ghettoblaster Magazine.2018-04-201h 38Best Song EverBSE 64: Kacey Musgraves, Hayley Kiyoko, Courtney Barnett, Guided by Voices and Many MorePhotos Courtesy of the Artists “Did Eric Sperimental Just Take Me to the Punk Rock Carnival?” On this episode of Best Song Ever the Dear Cousins LaBenne create the lore of journalist/prospector/superhero Poppy Nuggz, his older brother Funky Nuggz and their arch nemesis Eric Sperimental, while on a truly strange horse ride of pop song […]The post BSE 64: Kacey Musgraves, Hayley Kiyoko, Courtney Barnett, Guided by Voices and Many More appeared first on Ghettoblaster Magazine.2018-04-061h 20Best Song EverBSE 63: The Hold Steady, serpentwithfeet, Alexis Taylor, The Maghreban feat. A-F-R-O and Many MorePhotos Courtesy of the Artists “Knee Deep in Brackets and Pig Skins” On this episode of Best Song Ever the Dear LaBenne cousins discuss in great detail March Madness and how their brackets are busted, but Luke seems to not understand exactly what March Madness is. They also disuss 90’s songs, what their versions of […]The post BSE 63: The Hold Steady, serpentwithfeet, Alexis Taylor, The Maghreban feat. A-F-R-O and Many More appeared first on Ghettoblaster Magazine.2018-03-231h 19Best Song EverBSE 62: Beach House, King Tuff, NoMBe, Tracyanne and Danny and Many MorePhotos Courtesy of the Artists “Crocodile Connery” On this episode of Best Song Ever the Dear LaBenne cousins discuss Luke seeing Les Miserables and a conversation on how he cries at everything carries over as they have a very water-centric episode. They also go deep on the new Pitchfork Music Festival and MoPop Festival lineups, […]The post BSE 62: Beach House, King Tuff, NoMBe, Tracyanne and Danny and Many More appeared first on Ghettoblaster Magazine.2018-03-161h 24Best Song EverBSE 61: CHVRCHES feat. Matt Berninger, Shamir, Sa-Roc, Natalie Prass and Many More“The Cat Scratch Fever is Pulsing Through My Veins” On this episode of Best Song Ever: the Dear Dear LaBenne cousins talk about the Academy Awards and Luke declares that he won Best Caster In a Leading Role, which isn’t even a real thing. Luke takes shots at the NRA and Ted Nugent and is […]The post BSE 61: CHVRCHES feat. Matt Berninger, Shamir, Sa-Roc, Natalie Prass and Many More appeared first on Ghettoblaster Magazine.2018-03-091h 15Best Song EverBSE 59: CZARFACE and MF Doom, Dr. Octagon, Black Moth Super Rainbow, Olden Yolk and Many More“Rap Snacks Part 2 Baby!” On this episode of Best Song Ever: the Dear LaBenne Cousins have a Rap Snacks tasting party and review the different chip flavors, they talk about middle names and Brian’s dad being a narcissist. They also dive into conspiracy theories and find out that Luke is a flat-earther, a birther, […]The post BSE 59: CZARFACE and MF Doom, Dr. Octagon, Black Moth Super Rainbow, Olden Yolk and Many More appeared first on Ghettoblaster Magazine.2018-02-231h 20Best Song EverBSE 58: Okkervil River, The Voidz, Kero Kero Bonito, Eleanor Friedberger and Many More“Murder She Wrote, In Space” On this episode of Best Song Ever: the Dear LaBenne cousins celebrate Valentines Day together with a very sexy episode. They talk about artists being meta and complimenting their own music, Luke finally has a week where he is not The Fucking Loser, they discuss Grecian 80’s Goth Clubs with […]The post BSE 58: Okkervil River, The Voidz, Kero Kero Bonito, Eleanor Friedberger and Many More appeared first on Ghettoblaster Magazine.2018-02-191h 18Best Song EverBSE 57: Kevin Morby and Waxahatchee, Soccer Mommy, Ultimate Painting, Starchild and the New Romantic and Many More“Women Can Be Possums Too” On this episode of Best Song Ever: the Dear LaBenne cousins talk about the Super Bowl, Justin Timberlake and Luke’s recent Prince obsession, Luke gets bored by Football Talk but Brian doesn’t care and talks a lot about Nick Foles. Luke goes on to complain about the Comedy Central app […]The post BSE 57: Kevin Morby and Waxahatchee, Soccer Mommy, Ultimate Painting, Starchild and the New Romantic and Many More appeared first on Ghettoblaster Magazine.2018-02-091h 28Best Song EverBSE 56: Wye Oak, Twin Peaks, Camp Cope, Hookworms and Many More“Fuck You Dad!” On this episode of Best Song Ever: the dear LaBenne cousins discuss the Grammy awards and the community of music lovers, Brian talks a lot about edging and getting his ultimate fulfillment as it relates to music, they discuss sidescrolling Super Mario Bros. levels, Luke gets his Twin Peaks messed up, they […]The post BSE 56: Wye Oak, Twin Peaks, Camp Cope, Hookworms and Many More appeared first on Ghettoblaster Magazine.2018-02-021h 20Best Song EverBSE 54: Andrew W.K., Frankie Cosmos, Jay Som, Field Music and Many More“One Rap Snack for the Road” On this episode of Best Song Ever: the Dear Cousins LaBenne celebrate the power of positive music with an upbeat, feel-good episode. They also make podcast history with Brian going four for four earning Luke’s stamp of approval for all of his songs, they discuss having a balance of […]The post BSE 54: Andrew W.K., Frankie Cosmos, Jay Som, Field Music and Many More appeared first on Ghettoblaster Magazine.2018-01-191h 14Best Song EverBSE 53: Porches, Jeff Rosenstock, Titus Andronicus, Rhye and Many More“Check Your Perspec” On this episode of Best Song Ever: the Dear Cousins LaBenne bring in the new year by reflecting on where we are in the grand scheme of things. Then they get into some interesting discussions on political punk music, Luke talks about his idea of songs from other times and dimensions, they […]The post BSE 53: Porches, Jeff Rosenstock, Titus Andronicus, Rhye and Many More appeared first on Ghettoblaster Magazine.2018-01-121h 20