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Hey, Listen to This!Here's Little Richard by Little Richard Album ReviewFor their final Pride Month episode of 2025, Matt and Ryan are focusing on a true legend: Little Richard. They'll be exploring his groundbreaking debut album, Here's Little Richard. This album, featuring the revolutionary single "Tutti Frutti," is widely recognized for introducing many of rock music's most defining elements. Little Richard himself is frequently cited as one of the primary architects of rock and roll. Don't miss this episode to hear Matt and Ryan's take on this pivotal work!If you love what you hear, please give us a five-star rating and share the episode...2025-06-281h 34
Hey, Listen to This!Blonde by Frank Ocean Album ReviewThis week, Matt and Ryan continue their Pride Month celebration by exploring Frank Ocean's acclaimed second studio album, "Blonde." Released independently after the success of Channel Orange, Blonde quickly became a critical darling, even being named Pitchfork's best album of the 2010s. Tune in to hear their take!If you like the podcast, please give us a five-star rating and share it with a friend.If you have a recommendation for a future episode, email us at ttheylisten@gmail.comSocial Media Links2025-06-211h 52
Hey, Listen to This!Make It Big by Wham! Album ReviewThis week on the podcast, Matt and Ryan are continuing their Pride Month celebration by diving into Wham!'s second studio album, "Make It Big." This iconic record was a game-changer for the duo, propelling them to superstardom in America with smash hits like "Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go" and "Careless Whisper."Christopher Connelly of Rolling Stone raved about the album, calling it "an almost flawless pop record, a record that does exactly what it wants to and has a great deal of fun doing it."Tune in...2025-06-141h 20
Hey, Listen to This!Transgender Dysphoria Blues by Against Me! Album ReviewThis week, Matt and Ryan kick off Pride Month with a deep dive into Against Me!'s "Transgender Dysphoria Blues." Released at a pivotal moment in frontwoman Laura Jane Grace's life—shortly after she publicly came out as a transgender woman—the album powerfully explores themes surrounding her transition. Tune in to hear what the guys have to say about this impactful record!If you like the podcast, please give us a five-star rating and share it with a friend.If you have a recommendation for a future episode, emai...2025-06-071h 28
Hey, Listen to This!The Marshall Mathers LP by Eminem Album ReviewIn this week's episode, Matt and Ryan take a look at an album that recently turned 25: The Marshall Mathers LP by Eminem. This record took the success that Eminem had with his previous record The Slim Shady LP and shot him into superstardom. This record has some of his biggest singles "The Real Slim Shady" and "The Way That I Am". Check out what the guys have to say about the album!If you like the podcast, please give us a five-star rating and share it with a friend....2025-05-311h 47
Hey, Listen to This!Toxicity by System of a Down Album ReviewIn this week's episode, Matt and Ryan take a look at the 2001 album from System of a Down called Toxicity. This record was the big break for the group featuring singles "Chop Suey!", "Toxicity", and "Aerials". The group themselves are often held in high regard within the Numetal scene due to their instrumental dynamism and the vocal range of Serj Tankian. Check out what the guys have to say about the album!If you like the podcast, please give us a five-star rating and share it with a friend....2025-05-241h 46
Hey, Listen to This!Toxicity by System of a Down Album ReviewIn this week's episode, Matt and Ryan take a look at the 2001 album from System of a Down called Toxicity. This record was the big break for the group featuring singles "Chop Suey!", "Toxicity", and "Aerials". The group themselves are often held in high regard within the Numetal due their insturmental dynamism and the vocal range of Serj Tankian. Check out what the guys have to say about the album!If you like the podcast, please give us a five-star rating and share it with a friend.2025-05-241h 46
Hey, Listen to This!Fishnets & Cigarettes by Toledo Album ReviewIn this week's episode, Matt and Ryan take a look at the 1996 album from Toledo called Fishnets & Cigarettes. The band Toledo is fronted by choreographer-turned-vocalist Toledo Diamond. The group lays down a wall of bebop and sinister grooves that Toledo croons within. The album plays as acid jazz that has themes of cocktails, call girls and varied psychoses. Even if you aren't familiar with the group, check out what the guys have to say about the album!If you like the podcast, please give us a five-star rating and share it with a friend.2025-05-171h 48
Hey, Listen to This!SABLE, fABLE by Bon Iver Album ReviewIn this week's episode, Matt and Ryan finish the story of their Bon Iver journey by reviewing SABLE, fABLE. Bon Iver released the first part of this project entitled SABLE back in 2024. At the end of the closing track AWARDS SEASON, Matt and Ryan talked about, in their review of SABLE, the possibility of there being another part to the project. In February of this year, Bon Iver announced the other part of this project and it was going to be called fABLE. Check out what the guys have to say about the project!
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Hey, Listen to This!Discography Draft: The Grammy Award for Album of the YearOn this week's episode, Matt and Ryan take a break from the usual deep dive into an album and turn their attention to prior winners of Album of the Year from the Grammys. The two hosts will take turns picking albums from that crop of albums and see how they rate on All Music. The host that picks the best-rated selection of albums will win bragging rates and have the ability to choose the artist on the next episode of Discography Draft. Whether you are a fan of The Grammys or not, this episode will have something for everyone.
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Hey, Listen to This!24K Magic by Bruno Mars Album ReviewIn this week's episode, Matt and Ryan take a look at the Grammy's 2016 Album of the Year by Bruno Mars called 24K Magic. Coming off of the success of the 2012 album Unorthodox Jukebox, Bruno Mars sought out to make his next album better than his previous two. 24K Magic blends elements of R&B, Funk, Pop and New Jack Swing. This album spawned several singles including "24K Magic", "That's What I Like", and "Finesse". Check out what the guys have to say about this album!
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Hey, Listen to This!Mean Everything to Nothing by Manchester Orchestra Album ReviewIn this week's episode, Matt and Ryan take a look at an album by a band they both have seen live: Mean Everything to Nothing by Manchester Orchestra. Released in 2009, this album is held up as the band's magnum opus in the eyes of fans. This album is also one of the foundational albums that helped Ryan to develop his musical taste. Check out what the guys have to say about the album!
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Hey, Listen to This!Discography Draft: Dolly PartonOn this week's episode, Matt and Ryan take a break from the usual deep dive into an album and turn their attention to Dolly Parton's discography. The two hosts will take turns picking albums from that discography and see how they rate on All Music. The host that picks the best-rated selection of albums will win bragging rates and have the ability to choose the artist on the next episode of Discography Draft. Whether you are a fan of Dolly Parton or not, this episode will have something for everyone.
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Hey, Listen to This!Brand New Man by Brooks & Dunn Album ReviewIn this week's episode, Matt and Ryan take another step into the world of country with the debut album by Brooks & Dunn called Brand New Man. This album spawned four number one singles on the Country Billboard charts. Also, Brand New Man has been certified 7x Multi-Platinum. So check out what the guys have to say about Brand New Man!
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Hey, Listen to This!Riot! by Paramore Album ReviewIn this week's episode, Matt and Ryan finish up celebrating Women's History Month by taking a look at the 2007 second studio album by Paramore called Riot!. Paramore exploded onto the emo pop-punk scene with this record with massive hits such as "Misery Business", "That's What You Get" and "Crushcrushcrush". At the time of this record's release, Hayley Williams shifted the scene with her lyricism, vocal range and stage presence. So check out what the guys have to say about Riot!!
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Hey, Listen to This!The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess by Chappell Roan Album ReviewIn this week's episode, Matt and Ryan take a look at another album by a female artist in honor of Women's History Month. The album they are reviewing this week is the 2023 album by Chappell Roan called The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess. The Today Show has included Chappell Roan in the group they called "The Big Three". The other members of the group are Sabrina Carpenter and Charlie XCX. The guys have already reviewed Brat and Short N' Sweet. So check out what the guys have to say about The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess!
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Hey, Listen to This!Vulnicura by Björk Album ReviewIn this week's episode, Matt and Ryan take a look at another album by a female artist in honor of Women's History Month. The album they are reviewing this week is the 2015 album by Björk called Vulnicura. This album details the break up of Björk and her partner Matthew Barney back in 2013. Vulnicura is divided into two sections "the wound" and "the healing of the wound". Rough trade named this album their 2015 album of the year. Check out what the guys have to say about this album.
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Hey, Listen to This!She's So Unusual by Cyndi Lauper Album ReviewIn this week's episode, Matt and Ryan take a look at another album by a female artist in honor of Women's History Month. The album they are reviewing this week is the debut studio album by Cyndi Lauper called She's So Unusual. Released in 1983, She's So Unusual stands out for its commercial success. It spawned four top-five singles which was a pioneering achievement for a debut studio album by a female artist. Some of those singles "Girls Just Want to Have Fun" and "Time After Time" have become classics that have a lasting legacy. Check out what the guys have...2025-03-081h 13
Hey, Listen to This!Jagged Little Pill by Alanis Morissette Album ReviewIn this week's episode, Matt and Ryan turn the page from celebrating Black History Month and begin their celebration of Women's History month by reviewing the 1995 album by Alanis Morissette called Jagged Little Pill. This album was conceived through a songwriting collaboration with producer Glenn Ballard and Alanis. Instead of trying to shape her sound to his liking, Glenn sought out to allow Alanis to explore her sound and just amplified that. What resulted has become one of the essential rock albums of the 1990s. Check out what the guys have to say about the record.
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Hey, Listen to This!A Tribute to Jack Johnson by Miles Davis Album ReviewIn this week's episode, Matt and Ryan take a look at the 1971 album by Miles Davis called A Tribute to Jack Johnson. Miles Davis was an American trumpeter, bandleader, and composer. He is a highly acclaimed musician in the history of jazz and 20th century music. This album was produced for a documentary by Bill Clayton about the life of boxer Jack Johnson. With this record, Miles Davis turned to trying to fuse jazz and rock music. Check out what the guys have to say about the record.
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Hey, Listen to This!Heaven To A Tortured Mind by Yves Tumor Album ReviewIn this week's episode, Matt and Ryan take a look at the fourth studio album by Yves Tumor called Heaven To A Tortured Mind. Yves Tumor is an American experimental electronic artist who grew up in Tennessee. They turned to music as a way to contend with their surroundings. Sean Lee Bowie(Yves Tumor) is entirely self-taught musically and has released five albums to date. Eero Holi of Clash called Heaven To A Tortured Mind "psychedelic soul record for the 21st century". Check out what the guys have to say about the record.
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Hey, Listen to This!There's a Riot Goin' On by Sly and the Family Stone Album ReviewIn this week's episode, Matt and Ryan take a look at the fifth studio album by Sly and the Family Stome called There's a Riot Goin' On. Released in 1971, the album's recording was dominated by the band's frontman Sly Stone during a time of drug use and group tensions. The recording shifted away from the optimistic sound of their previous records and embraced a darker more challenging sound. The album centered its lyrically around themes of apathy and disillusionment of Sly's rise to fame and the political climate of the time. In 1999, the album was inducted into the Grammy Hall...2025-02-081h 27
Hey, Listen to This!Lemonade by Beyoncé Album ReviewIn this week's episode, Matt and Ryan take a look at the sixth studio album by Beyoncé called Lemonade. With an incredible discography already on her resume, Beyoncé went into the studio for this album with the intention of exploring themes of self-knowledge and healing alongside dealing with her own heartbreak at the time. Lemonade has Beyoncé diving into genres such as country, hip-hop, rock and R&B. Apple Music cites this album as the 10th best album of all time from their list "100 Best Albums ever created". Check out what the guys have to say about the record.
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Hey, Listen to This!Stankonia by Outkast Album ReviewIn this week's episode, Matt and Ryan take a look at the fourth studio album by Outkast named Stankonia. With this record, the group sought out to expand their sound to include genres such as funk, rave music, psychedelia, gospel and rock within a Dirty South lens. This album has made many publications' "Best Of" lists. Songs such as "So Fresh, So Clean" and "Ms. Jackson" helped the group break out with the release of this record. Check out what the guys have to say about the record by listening to this episode.
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Hey, Listen to This!David Bowie Discography DraftOn this week's episode, Matt and Ryan take a break from the usual deep dive into an album and turn their attention to Davie Bowie's discography. The two hosts will take turns picking albums from that discography and see how they rate on All Music. The host that picks the best-rated selection of albums will win bragging rates and can choose the artist on the next episode of Discography Draft.
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Hey, Listen to This!Pretty. Odd. by Panic! At The Disco Album ReviewIn this week's episode, Matt and Ryan take a look at the second studio album by Panic! At the Disco named Pretty. Odd.. This album saw the group pivot away from the emo pop punk sound and embrace a pop rock sound that was influenced by 60s rock. The band was listening to records like Rubber Soul and The Beatles White Album at the time of writing songs for this album. Check out what the guys have to say about the record by listening to this episode.
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Hey, Listen to This!Aja by Steely Dan Album ReviewIn this week's episode, Matt and Ryan take a look at the sixth album by Steely Dan named Aja. For this album, the group enlisted the services of nearly 40 musicians in order to pursue longer and more sophisticated compositions. Aja has appeared on many retrospective "greatest albums" lists. This album has been cited as an important development for the genre of yacht rock. Check out what the guys have to say about the record by listening to this episode.
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00:00 Intro
02:26 Last Week Recap
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10:06 Black Cow
20:01 Aja
29:59 Deacon Blues
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Hey, Listen to This!Nearer My God by Foxing Album ReviewIn this week's episode, Matt and Ryan take a look at the third album by Foxing named Nearer My God. Foxing are a band who came into existence in the 2010s. They have gained a solid fan base thanks to their blend of indie rock, emo and post rock. This record sees the group expanding their sound into an art rock direction that incorporated some hints of electronic music. Check out what the guys have to say about the record by listening to this episode.
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Hey, Listen to This!Discography Draft: The Black KeysOn this week's episode, Matt and Ryan take a break from the usual deep dive into an album and turn their attention to The Black Keys' discography. The two hosts will take turns picking albums from that discography and see how they rate on All Music. The host that picks the best-rated selection of albums will win bragging rates and have the ability to choose the artist on the next episode of Discography Draft. Whether you are a fan of The Black Keys or not, this episode will have something for everyone.
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Hey, Listen to This!Graceland by Paul Simon Album ReviewIn this week's episode, Matt and Ryan take a look at the seventh album by Paul Simon named Graceland. This album incorporates genres ranging from pop, rock, a cappella, zydeco and South African styles such as isicathamiya and mbaqanga. This album was Simon's most successful studio album. It won album of the year in 1987 at the Grammy Awards. Tune into this episode to see what the guys have to say about this album.
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Hey, Listen to This!SOPHIE by SOPHIE Album ReviewIn this week's episode, Matt and Ryan look at the second and final album by the artist SOPHIE. Released posthumously this year, SOPHIE's brother saw the unfinished tracks she left behind and decided to finalize them to produce this album. SOPHIE was known for her work that had a brash take on pop, club, and EDM. Tune into this episode to see what the guys say about this album.
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Hey, Listen to This!Wynonna by Wynonna Album ReviewIn this week's episode, Matt and Ryan take a look at Wynonna's debut self-titled album. This album saw Wynonna's first attempt at solo material after the group The Judds disbanded in 1991. Three singles that came from this album ( "She Is Only Need", "I Saw The Light", and "No One Else On Earth") all reached no. 1 on Billboard's Hot Country Songs chart. Tune in this week to see what the guys say about this album.
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Hey, Listen to This!I'm Wide Awake, It's Morning by Bright Eyes Album ReviewOn this week's episode, Matt and Ryan finally take a dive into the world of Bright Eyes. Released in 2005, this album features some of the bands most popular songs "First Day of My Life", "Lua" and "At The Bottom of Everything". The album itself has been ranked by several publications as either the one of the best of the year or the decade. Most notably Rolling Stone placed this album at 50 out of its 100 greatest albums of the 00s.
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Hey, Listen to This!Rickie Lee Jones by Rickie Lee Jones Album ReviewIn this week's episode, Matt and Ryan take a look at the self-titled debut album from American singer-songwriter Rickie Lee Jones. Rickie Lee Jones won Best New Artist during the 1980 Grammy Awards. AllMusic said this about the album: "Rickie Lee Jones comes on like the love child of Laura Nyro and Tom Waits on her astounding self-titled debut album that simultaneously sounds like a synthesis of many familiar styles and like nothing that anybody's ever done before." Check out this week's episode to see what the guys have to say about the record.If you like the podcast...2024-11-161h 16
Hey, Listen to This!SABLE, by Bon Iver Album ReviewOn this week's episode, Matt and Ryan take a look at another 2024 release with the new EP from Bon Iver called SABLE,. This EP sees the group going back to its roots that were found in the 2007 release For Emma, Forever Ago. Bon Iver hit a peak in popularity in 2012 when they won two Grammys for Best New Artist and Best Alternative Album for their self titled LP. The group has been spending the past fews years collaborating with the likes Zac Bryan and Taylor Swift.
If you like the podcast, please give us a five-star rating and share it...2024-11-0947 minHey, Listen to This!Freak Out! by The Mothers of Invention Album ReviewOn this week's episode, the guys go to the year of 1966 to examine the debut studio album by The Mothers of Invention called Freak Out!. This album is often cited as one of rock music's first concept albums. The band takes a satirical approach in this record talking about the American landscape at the time. Blending elements of 70s rock, doo wop and free form rock, this album helped launch the band and it's leader Frank Zappa into an extensive career that has gotten many fans over the years.
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If you have a recommendation for a future...2024-10-191h 10Hey, Listen to This!Discography Draft: The Smashing PumpkinsOn this week's episode, Matt and Ryan take a break from the usual deep dive into an album and turn their attention to The Smashing Pumpkins' discography. The two hosts will take turns picking albums from that discography and see how they rate on All Music. The host that picks the best-rated selection of albums will win bragging rates and have the ability to choose the artist on the next episode of Discography Draft. Whether you are a fan of The Smashing Pumpkins or not, this episode will have something for everyone.
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If...2024-09-211h 16Hey, Listen to This!The Turtles Present The Battle Of The Bands by The Turtles Album ReviewIn this week's episode, it was Matt's turn to pick the album to be reviewed, and The Turtles Present The Battle Of The Bands by The Turtles became the choice. Released in 1968, this album sees The Turtles exploring several different styles of music through the lens of parody. The group embodies the musical stylings of The Beatles, Beach Boys, and even themselves. This is a record that Matt owns on vinyl and Ryan has never heard of it before. Tune in to this episode to see how the guys review the album.
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If you like the podcast, please give us a five-star rating and share...2024-09-071h 51Hey, Listen to This!Metallica by Metallica Album ReviewIn this week’s episode, Matt and Ryan look at the 1991 Self-titled LP by Metallica. This album saw the group taking a sonic pivot away from their thrash metal roots and shifting into a more melodic hard rock style. This spawned tracks that have become staples in the metal/hard rock scene: Enter Sandman, Nothing Else Matters, and The Unforgiven. Ultimately this album divided the fan base because of the sonic pivot and what came afterwards with releases like Load, Reload, and St. Anger. Join the guys this week to see what they have to say about this iconic al...2024-08-311h 36Hey, Listen to This!Because of the Times by Kings of Leon Album ReviewIn this week's episode, Matt and Ryan review the 2007 album by Kings of Leon called Because of the Times. Kings of Leon is a rock band that saw a pivot in their sound with this album. This family band saw massive success with their follow-up album Only by the Night. They are covering this album because Ryan cites this as his go-to album from the group.
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If you like the podcast, please give us a five-star rating and share it...2024-08-171h 04Hey, Listen to This!Discography Draft: The WhoIn this week's episode, Matt and Ryan take a step back from the album deep dives, and look at the discography from the classic rock group The Who. Matt and Ryan take turns picking albums from the entire studio catalog from The Who and see how they rate on All Music. The host with the better-rated selection gets bragging rights and can choose the next artist in this series. Whether you are a huge fan of The Who or not, this episode will have something for everyone.
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2024-07-271h 13Hey, Listen to This!Brat by Charlie XCX Album ReviewIn this week's episode, Matt and Ryan tackle one of the biggest pop releases of the summer: Brat by Charlie XCX. This is the sixth album released by the English singer and it has gathered immense critical acclaim from various outlets such as The Needle Drop, Pitchfork, The Guardian, and Rolling Stone. Brat is an incredibly dense album comprising a mix of genres such as electro-pop, club-pop, hyper-pop, electroclash, and dance.
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Matt and Ryan tackle several areas of discussion...2024-06-081h 11Hey, Listen to This!Blood on the Tracks by Bob Dylan Album ReviewIn this week's episode, Matt and Ryan travel to the year 1975 to listen to the fifteenth studio album by Bob Dylan called Blood on the Tracks. Although receiving mixed reception at the time of its release, this album has been praised by critics and fans alike as one of Dylan's best albums. Rolling Stone and Pitchfork have placed this album as one of the best of the 1970s. It was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2015.
Matt and Ryan tackle several topics throughout this review: How much of this album is influenced...2024-06-011h 03Hey, Listen to This!Surfer Rosa by The Pixies Album ReviewIn this week's episode, Matt and Ryan take a look 1988 album by The Pixies called Surfer Rosa. This album was the studio debut of the band produced by the late Steve Albini. Kurt Cobain cited this album as the basis for Nevermind's songwriting. Several media outlets have this album in their Top 10 Albums of the 1980S.
Matt and Ryan discuss the impact that this record had on the rock genre. They examine how Steve Albini produced this album. Songs like "Where Is My Mind?" and "Gigantic" are contrasted against the rest of the album. The guys debate...2024-05-251h 25Hey, Listen to This!Spilt Milk by Jellyfish Album ReviewIn this week's episode, Matt and Ryan explore the second and last studio album by Jellyfish called Split Milk. Jellyfish was an American rock band formed in 1989 and broke up only five years later. The group was known for its blend of power pop and 1960s classic rock. During their time, the group got critical acclaim and had a devout cult following. The music scene at the time (hair metal and grunge) prevented the group from really cracking through into the mainstream.
Join Matt and Ryan as they explore how Jellyfish embraces their influences to create truly...2024-05-181h 13Hey, Listen to This!Braves Faces Everyone by Spanish Love Songs Album ReviewIn this week's episode, Matt and Ryan take another step into the world of emo rock world by reviewing the 2020 album Brave Faces Everyone by Spanish Love Songs. Released right before the COVID-19 pandemic, this album explores various themes of grief, loss, and generational angst in the scope of the 21st century.
Matt and Ryan address a couple of things in this review: the hidden layers behind songs like Kick and Generation Loss, the importance of the song Optimism (As a Radical Life Choice) and what is going on in the song Dolores?
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In this episode, Matt and Ryan debate on the merits of many songs in this album. They comb through the themes of the album to see what Taylor was going for in this album. Ultimately...2024-05-041h 43Hey, Listen to This!Mingus Ah Um by Charles Mingus Album ReviewIn this week's episode, Matt and Ryan tackle a genre of music that they have been dying to cover for a while: jazz. Ryan had the pick of the album that they were covering in this episode and he went with the 1959 album by Charles Mingus called Mingus Ah Um. This jazz album staple was ranked 380 of the top 500 albums of all time by Rolling Stone. In 2013, this album was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame.
The guys talk about several things in this review: What is the historical significance of the song Fables of Faubus...2024-04-271h 05Hey, Listen to This!Marching Out by Yngwie Malmsteen Album ReviewOn this week's episode, Matt and Ryan travel to the year 1985 to review the second album from Yngwie Malmsteen called Marching Out. Yngwie Malmsteen became known for his neo-classical playing in heavy metal in the 80's. He is also regarded as one of the top guitarists of all time. This album reached number 52 on the Billboard top 200.
Matt and Ryan talk about several things in this album including: How good is the opening track? Does this album convince the listener that Yngwie Malmsteen is a great metal guitarist? Do lyrics matter in 80's metal?
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Join us on this episode as Matt and Ryan discuss several things about...2024-04-131h 25Hey, Listen to This!It Takes A Nation Of Millions To Hold Us Back by Public Enemy Album ReviewIn this week's episode, Matt and Ryan travel to 1988 to review the sophomore effort from Public Enemy called It Takes A Nation Of Millions To Hold Us Back. This album is often cited as the most influential and greatest hip-hop album of all time. However, the guys have reviewed highly critically acclaimed albums in the past to mixed results. So tune into this episode to find out what the guys think about this album.
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Join Matt and Ryan as they discuss songs such as "Up On Cripple Creek", "Rocking Chair" and "Whispering Pines". The guys discuss the state of music around 1969 and how this album was a statement in its own right. They also seek to answer...2024-03-011h 16Hey, Listen to This!The Record by boygenius Album ReviewOn the 20th episode of the show, Matt and Ryan take a look at The Record by boygenius. This is the final part of the series that has had the guys reviewing a notable album by each member of boygenius to answer one question: Is boygenius better or worse than each of its members?
In this episode, Matt and Ryan gush over songs such as "True Blue", "Not Strong Enough" and "We're In Love". The guys debate over songs such as "Leonard Cohen", "Revolution 0" and "Emily I'm Sorry".
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...2024-01-201h 24Hey, Listen to This!The Queen Is Dead by The Smiths Album ReviewThis week on Hey, Listen to This!, we crack open a case of Morrissey's angst and Johnny Marr's jangle for a deep dive into The Smiths' legendary third album, "The Queen Is Dead."
Tune in as we dissect Morrissey's barbed wit and unflinching social commentary on tracks like "Bigmouth Strikes Again" and "The Boy With the Thorn in His Side." We'll swoon over Johnny Marr's shimmering guitar lines and Mike Joyce's driving beats on "There Is a Light That Never Goes Out".
But is "The Queen Is Dead" all mopey misery and melancholic melodies? We'll explore the album's playful pop...2024-01-131h 04Hey, Listen to This!Babel by Mumford & Sons Album ReviewMatt and Ryan dive headfirst into the rustic charm and folky finesse of Mumford & Sons' 2012, Babel. Buckle up for a hootenanny of an episode as they dissect the anthems, stomp your boots to the singalongs, and ponder if this album was worth the hype.
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Grab your tissues and put on your bell-bottoms, because Matt and Ryan are tackling the iconic Joni Mitchell album, Blue, on this episode of Hey, Listen to This! This undisputed masterpiece, released in 1971, is a raw and poetic exploration of love, loss, and the human condition. Buckle up as Matt and Ryan dissect each track, from the melancholic "Carey" to the defiant "A Case of You," analyzing Joni's masterful songwriting, her innovative use of jazz and folk influences, and the album's enduring cultural impact.
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Join Matt and Ryan as they dissect the album track by track, discussing Bridgers' masterful songwriting, the album's themes of love, loss, and mortality, and the unique sonic landscape that sets Punisher apart. Whether you're a longtime Phoebe Bridgers fan or just discovering her music, this episode is sure...2023-12-161h 10Hey, Listen to This!Exile in Guyville by Liz Phair Album ReviewMatt and Ryan explore the debut album by American singer-songwriter Liz Phair. Similar to the Wilco episode, the guys have never checked out this album despite being aware of it. Join us on this episode of Hey, Listen to This! as the guys take a deep dive into this iconic album. Released in 1993, this album shattered boundaries with its raw and honest portrayal of female sexuality and desire, challenging the male-dominated landscape of alternative rock.
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...2023-12-091h 14Hey, Listen to This!Yankee Hotel Foxtrot by Wilco Album ReviewMatt and Ryan explore the 2001/2002 album from the American rock band Wilco called Yankee Hotel Foxtrot. The album was first released on the band's website in late 2001 and then released commercially in early 2002. The guys were aware of the album but never really took the time to really sit back and listen to the album. Check out the episode to see what the guys have to say about the album.
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Purchase the album...2023-12-021h 20Hey, Listen to This!Everybody Knows This Is Nowhere by Crazy Horse and Neil Young Album Review (Young Neil's Mixtape)On this week's pod, Matt exposes Ryan to the world of Neil
Young through the album Everybody Knows This Is Nowhere.
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2023-11-2553 minHey, Listen to This!For the first time by Black Country New Road Album Review (7-Layer Bean Dip)On this week's pod, Matt and Ryan examine the debut LP from the art-rock and post-rock band Black Country New Road. If you have yet to hear this record, please check it out before the review. If you have heard it, tune in to see what the guys have to say on this album
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2023-10-281h 06Hey, Listen to This!Somebody Once Told Me...(A Brief Overview of Our Taste)Matt and Ryan are back at it again. For this episode of the podcast, the guys do an overview of how their music taste has evolved over their lives.
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https://www.facebook.com/ttheylisten2023-10-2150 minHey, Listen to This!Coming Out of Our Cage (Hot Fuss by The Killers Review)Matt and Ryan kick off the podcast by reviewing one of the greatest debut albums of all time: Hot Fuss by The Killers. In this episode, we go track by track dissecting what makes this album so great. We try to give credit to the back half of the album and we debate whether or not Mr Brightside is the best song on this album.
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