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Hey, Listen to This!
Hosted by Matt Drzik and Ryan Kearns · EN
Hey, Listen to This! is a music podcast hosted by two best friends who love to talk about music.
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Hey, Listen to This! The Game: Pride Edition
5d ago01:10:31Tap to summarizeThis week, Matt and Ryan are stepping away from the track-by-track deep dives to test their knowledge of LGBTQIA+ artists! With Jamie officially taking over the studio, she’s designed a trivia game inspired by the React YouTube series.Joining the fray is Rachel—can she swoop in and take the crown? From the genius of David Bowie to classic one-hit wonders, absolutely nothing is off-limits.If you love what you hear, please give us a five-star rating and share the episode with a friend!Have an idea for a future episode? Drop us a line at ttheylisten@gmail.com.Connect with Us! * Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ttheylisten.bsky.social * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ttheylisten/ * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ttheylisten * Threads: https://www.threads.net/@ttheylistenEpisode Timestamps00:00 Intro03:21 Game Rules05:01 Lyric Battle 107:49 Lyric Battle 209:54 Lyric Battle 312:32 Lyric Battle 414:40 Lyric Battle 517:41 Lyric Battle 619:20 Lyric Battle 722:04 Lyric Battle 823:40 What Doesn't Belong 125:52 What Doesn't Belong 228:01 What Doesn't Belong 330:32 Lyric Battle 931:24 Lyric Battle 1032:43 Lyric Battle 1135:22 Lyric Battle 1237:02 Lyric Battle 1338:47 Lyric Battle 1440:55 Real or Not? 143:18 Real or Not? 2 45:39 Real or Not? 348:00 Real or Not? 451:24 Real or Not? 553:31 Lyric Battle 1554:36 Lyric Battle 1657:38 Lyric Battle 1759:24 Lyric Battle 1801:01:11 Lyric Battle 19 01:03:48 Lyric Battle 2001:05:48 List Reveal01:07:16 Final Scores01:08:15 Outro
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Born in the U.S.A. by Bruce Springsteen Album Review
2w ago02:14:14Tap to summarizeOn this week's episode, Matt and Ryan revisit The Boss himself: Bruce Springsteen. They take a look at his album Born in the U.S.A. in honor of the 4th of July. In the episode, the guys discuss some of Bruce's biggest songs: "Born in the U.S.A.," "Glory Days," and "Dancing in the Dark." Check out what the guys have to say about the album!Listen to the album: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_knulz6rBDTjgdDwskLxzD8g7gAdqRY4T0&si=ZjoZEYm6PW5cOSDoPurchase the album:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00138CS6C?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallbackIf you love what you hear, please give us a five-star rating and share the episode with a friend!Have an idea for a future episode? Drop us a line at ttheylisten@gmail.com.Connect with Us! * Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ttheylisten.bsky.social * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ttheylisten/ * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ttheylisten * Threads: https://www.threads.net/@ttheylistenEpisode Timestamps00:00 Intro04:20 Last Week Recap07:07 What is a Bruce Springsteen?21:58 Born in the U.S.A.33:13 Cover Me40:58 Darlington County 48:32 Working on the Highway 55:09 Downbound Train01:02:48 I'm On Fire01:11:06 Ways to Support The Show01:17:21 No Surrender 01:24:19 Bobby Jean 01:31:06 I'm Going Down01:38:40 Glory Days01:46:50 Dancing In The Dark01:53:08 My Hometown02:00:25 Overall Ratings02:06:42 Next Album Recommendations02:10:29 Next Week's Review
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The Whaler by Home Is Where Album Review
3w ago01:57:54Tap to summarizeOn this week's episode, Matt and Ryan wrap up their Pride Month celebration by diving into The Whaler by Home Is Where. Hailing from Florida, this group has quickly risen from local favorites to a modern punk staple, largely thanks to their intense live shows. As their first full-length release, The Whaler sees the band drawing on an eclectic mix of influences, from Fugazi to Neutral Milk Hotel. Check out what the guys have to say about the album!Listen to the album: https://homeiswhere.bandcamp.com/album/the-whaler-2Purchase the album:https://homeiswhere.bandcamp.com/album/the-whaler-2If you love what you hear, please give us a five-star rating and share the episode with a friend!Have an idea for a future episode? Drop us a line at ttheylisten@gmail.com.Connect with Us! * Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ttheylisten.bsky.social * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ttheylisten/ * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ttheylisten * Threads: https://www.threads.net/@ttheylistenEpisode Timestamps00:00 Intro03:09 Last Week Recap05:40 What is a Home Is Where?25:04 skin meadow 34:00 lily pad pupils42:51 yes! yes! a thousand times yes!51:07 whaling for sport 58:21 everyday feels like 9/1101:05:41 Ways to Support The Show01:12:03 9/1201:17:41 daytona 50001:25:12 chris farley01:31:19 nursing home riot 01:37:14 floral organs 01:44:55 Overall Ratings01:50:00 Next Album Recommendations01:53:46 Next Week's Review
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Ingénue by k.d. lang Album Review
4w ago01:59:01Tap to summarizeOn this week's episode, Matt and Ryan are continuing their Pride Month Celebration by reviewing Ingénue by k.d. lang. Released in 1992, it is Lang's most successful album on the charts. The album features a couple of her biggest songs "Constant Craving" and "Season of Hollow Soul". Check out what the guys have to say about the album!Listen to the album: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNPGM2D7aODftu-VSSETLGkcWryTnQy7d&si=McbwcFjq_84mInVDPurchase the album:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000002LSP?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallbackIf you love what you hear, please give us a five-star rating and share the episode with a friend!Have an idea for a future episode? Drop us a line at ttheylisten@gmail.com.Connect with Us!* Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ttheylisten.bsky.social* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ttheylisten/* Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ttheylisten* Threads: https://www.threads.net/@ttheylistenEpisode Timestamps00:00 Intro03:42 Last Week Recap05:34 What is a k.d. lang?20:40 Save Me29:50 The Mind of Love37:13 Miss Chatelaine46:33 Wash Me Clean52:26 So It Shall Be01:00:13 Ways to Support The Show01:07:53 Still Thrives This Love01:15:49 Season of Hollow Soul 01:24:41 Outside Myself 01:31:20 Tears of Love's Recall 01:36:27 Constant Craving 01:44:21 Overall Ratings01:50:31 Next Album Recommendations01:54:45 Next Week's Review
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HIT ME HARD AND SOFT by Billie Eilish Album Review
Jun 1302:05:19Tap to summarizeOn this week's episode, Matt and Ryan are continuing their Pride Month Celebration by reviewing HIT ME HARD AND SOFT by Billie Eilish. This album comes after her sophomore release Happier Than Ever that was released during the pandemic. With HIT ME HARD AND SOFT, Billie explores themes of romantic love, loss of connection and the pitfalls of fame. Check out what the guys have to say about the record!Listen to the album: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_m1WZWUtrntyrrtCUSATYfs84K3ZnZl9P0&si=vNe53HtHP3eD7rPOPurchase the album:https://www.amazon.com/HIT-HARD-SOFT-Billie-Eilish/dp/B0CZWKXLQ3If you love what you hear, please give us a five-star rating and share the episode with a friend!Have an idea for a future episode? Drop us a line at ttheylisten@gmail.com.Connect with Us! * Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ttheylisten.bsky.social * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ttheylisten/ * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ttheylisten * Threads: https://www.threads.net/@ttheylistenEpisode Timestamps00:00 Intro03:57 Last Week Recap06:49 What lead Billie Eilishto HIT ME HARD AND SOFT?21:24 SKINNY29:55 LUNCH38:58 CHIHIRO47:13 BIRDS OF A FEATHER 54:40 WILDFLOWER 01:02:32 Ways to Support The Show01:09:53 THE GREATEST 01:18:24 L'AMOUR DE MA VIE01:26:00 THE DINER01:34:24 BITTERSUITE 01:42:50 BLUE01:53:30 Overall Ratings01:58:56 Next Album Recommendations02:02:23 Next Week's Review
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The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars by David Bowie Album Review
Jun 602:20:46Tap to summarizeOn this week's episode, Matt and Ryan kick off Pride Month by reviewing The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars by David Bowie. Ziggy Stardust is widely considered to be Bowie's breakthrough album. Some of Bowie's best songs are on this record, including 'Starman' and 'Suffragette City'. Check out what the guys have to say about the album!Listen to the album: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_lLqrDSsxVNgt7dqhjvnHtKh0PAHIDw5Lw&si=O2VsjoADi5o1sPC7Purchase the album:https://www.amazon.com/David-Bowie-Ziggy-Stardust-Spiders/dp/B01CGR6RTCIf you love what you hear, please give us a five-star rating and share the episode with a friend!Have an idea for a future episode? Drop us a line at ttheylisten@gmail.com.Connect with Us!* Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ttheylisten.bsky.social* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ttheylisten/* Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ttheylisten* Threads: https://www.threads.net/@ttheylistenEpisode Timestamps00:00 Intro04:11 Last Week Recap08:13 What is a David Bowie?24:42 Five Years34:30 Soul Love42:00 Moonage Day Dream51:34 Starman 01:01:04 It Ain't Easy 01:10:23 Ways to Support The Show01:15:56 Lady Stardust01:22:06 Star01:29:02 Hang on to Yourself 01:37:18 Ziggy Stardust01:48:14 Suffragette City01:57:37 Rock 'n' Roll Suicide 02:06:25 Overall Ratings02:13:12 Next Album Recommendations02:16:56 Next Week's Review
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What Is The Best Weezer Album? Part 2: Pinkerton
May 3001:59:45Tap to summarizeThis week, Matt and Ryan finish off their two-part series: What Is The Best Weezer Album? Last week they reviewed The Blue Album, and now Pinkerton is on deck. Initially a commercial flop, this 1996 record has since gained cult-classic status and is frequently cited as the band's definitive masterpiece. Does it live up to the legendary hype, or will the guys crown the debut record as the ultimate winner? Tune in to find out!Listen to the album: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mEo-LLncm4GSVaKFiTq5JP8wA7vMucyNw&si=8RJv1NXMyWMJ-HEqPurchase the album:https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mEo-LLncm4GSVaKFiTq5JP8wA7vMucyNw&si=8RJv1NXMyWMJ-HEqIf you love what you hear, please give us a five-star rating and share the episode with a friend!Have an idea for a future episode? Drop us a line at ttheylisten@gmail.com.Connect with Us!* Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ttheylisten.bsky.social* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ttheylisten/* Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ttheylisten* Threads: https://www.threads.net/@ttheylistenEpisode Timestamps00:00 Intro03:38 Last Week Recap06:58 What is a Pinkerton?22:38Tired of Sex30:33Getchoo37:48 No One Other43:38 Why Bother?51:12 Across The Sea59:38 Ways to Support The Show01:06:04 The Good Life01:12:52 El Scorcho01:21:31 Pink Triangle01:30:32 Falling For You01:35:57 Butterfly 01:43:04 Overall Ratings01:51:40 Next Album Recommendations01:56:42 Next Week's Review
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What Is The Best Weezer Album? Part 1: The Blue Album
May 2302:04:12Tap to summarizeThis week on Hey, Listen to This!, Matt and Ryan are kicking off a massive two-part showdown. We are diving deep into the discography of a band that defined alternative pop-rock in the 90s, with one ultimate goal in mind: determining once and for all which record reigns supreme as the absolute best in Weezer's catalogue.In Part 1 of our series, we are taking it back to May 1994 to break down their legendary self-titled debut, universally known as The Blue Album. Produced by Ric Ocasek, this record fused heavy, crunchy guitar walls with massive pop melodies—completely altering the course of modern indie, emo, and pop-punk.Does The Blue Album hold the flawless tracklist necessary to take the crown, or will its raw, emotional counterpart edge it out next week? Tune in to hear what the guys have to say!Listen to the album: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_la1rPdQCDb3WQ0Mm7PvIukPE-HuXJzh5E&si=s1voxpcPeU3ELUH1Purchase the album:https://www.amazon.com/Weezer-Blue-Album/dp/B000003TAWIf you love what you hear, please give us a five-star rating and share the episode with a friend!Have an idea for a future episode? Drop us a line at ttheylisten@gmail.com.Connect with Us!* Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ttheylisten.bsky.social* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ttheylisten/* Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ttheylisten* Threads: https://www.threads.net/@ttheylistenEpisode Timestamps00:00 Intro03:27 Last Week Recap06:27 What is a Weezer?27:44 My Name Is Jonas37:10 No One Else43:47 The World Has Turned and Left Me Here50:05 Buddy Holly01:00:30 Undone – The Sweater Song01:11:01 Ways To Support The Show01:16:23 Surf Wax America01:23:41 Say It Ain't So01:31:39 In the Garage01:38:21 Holiday01:43:42 Only in Dreams01:52:04 Overall Ratings01:58:29 Next Album Recommendations02:03:19 Next Week's Review
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SWAG by Justin Bieber Album Review
May 1602:20:12Tap to summarizeThis week, Matt and Ryan review Justin Bieber’s 2025 album, SWAG. As the long-awaited follow-up to 2021’s Justice, the record has been met with generally favorable reviews. Writing for The New Yorker, Brady Brickner-Wood praised the project, noting, 'Bieber has never sounded this wild, this expansive, this connected to something true.' Tune in to hear what the guys have to say about the album!Listen to the album: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nGg_xXxWAN5OVZeMl-9mtDi7vZUlEsKEo&si=cj7h42bcz3-ZyhLrPurchase the album:https://shop.justinbiebermusic.com/collections/swag?srsltid=AfmBOoo9fL0A8BCH26FimIzS7v3UlLN91SsoHktdXMpm_9w1VlX5MPTTIf you love what you hear, please give us a five-star rating and share the episode with a friend!Have an idea for a future episode? Drop us a line at ttheylisten@gmail.com.Connect with Us!* Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ttheylisten.bsky.social* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ttheylisten/* Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ttheylisten* Threads: https://www.threads.net/@ttheylistenTime Stamps00:00 Intro02:38 Last Week Recap04:31 What is a Justin Bieber?22:13 All I Can Take28:51 Diases36:05 Yukon45:07 Go Baby52:04 Things You Do/Butterflies01:00:02 Way It Is (With Gunna)01:07:46 First Place01:12:51 Soulful (With Druski)/Walking Away01:21:28 Ways To Support The Show01:26:45 Glory Voice Memo/Devotion (With Dijon)01:34:53 Dadz Love (With Lil B)01:39:47 Therapy Session (With Druski)/Sweet Spot (With Sexy Redd)01:45:26 Standing on Business (With Druski)/40501:51:28 Swag (with Cash Cobain and Eddie Benjamin)01:57:16 Zuma House/Too Long02:02:13 Forgiveness (performed by Marvin Winans)02:05:04Final Ratings02:11:57 Next Album Recommendations 02:15:17 Next Week's Episode
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The Blues and the Abstract Truth by Oliver Nelson Review
May 901:36:31Tap to summarizeThis week, Matt and Ryan review the 1961 release from Oliver Nelson called The Blues and the Abstract Truth. This album is Nelson's most acclaimed and features some notable musicians: Freddie Hubbard, Eric Dolphy, Bill Evans, Paul Chambers and Roy Haynes. The record is noted for its unique ensemble arrangements. Check out what we have to say about the album!Listen to the album: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLb2Y6NVXNIAZdY_5poKq7_bdvz0qasHyB&si=KmwUjngrdtT_2BHtPurchase the album:https://www.amazon.com/Blues-Abstract-Truth-Oliver-Nelson/dp/B000003N7EIf you love what you hear, please give us a five-star rating and share the episode with a friend!Have an idea for a future episode? Drop us a line at ttheylisten@gmail.com.Connect with Us!* Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ttheylisten.bsky.social* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ttheylisten/* Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ttheylisten* Threads: https://www.threads.net/@ttheylistenEpisode Timestamps00:00 Intro02:58 Revisiting Los Campesinos! 'All Hell'05:16 Introducing Oliver Nelson16:37 Deep Dive into 'Stolen Moments' Track31:54 Analyzing the Energetic 'Hoe-down' Track42:21 Exploring the Compositional 'Cascades' Track51:59 How to Connect and Support Our Show58:39 Dissecting the Complexities of 'Yearnin'01:36:39 The Saxophone-Heavy 'Butch and Butch'01:14:22 Experimental Harmonies in 'Teenie's Blues'01:22:30 Final Thoughts and Ratings for the Album01:29:47 Album Recommendations and Next Week's Tease
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