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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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Discography Draft: Michael Jackson
1w ago00:22:36Tap to summarizeOn this week's episode, Matt and Ryan take a break from the usual deep dive into the discography of Michael Jackson. The two hosts will take turns picking albums from that catalogue 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 Michael Jackson or not, this episode will have something for everyone. 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/@ttheylisten
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you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love by Olivia Rodrigo Album Review
2w ago02:26:19Tap to summarizeOn this week's episode, Matt and Ryan are reviewing Olivia Rodrigo's critically acclaimed third album, You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love. Critics are calling this record a major step forward in maturity for her songwriting. While she pulls from several distinct styles throughout the tracklist, her nod to the 80s and The Cure stands out the most. Check out what the guys have to say!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 Intro03:24 Last Review Recap06:26 What is an Olivia Rodrigo?21:33 drop dead31:27 stupid song 38:50 honeybee46:37 maggots for brains52:57 u + heart = 01:01:41 my way01:08:03 purple01:16:33 Ways to Support the Show01:24:02 the cure01:34:32 begged 01:43:01 what's wrong with me01:50:38 less01:56:27 expectations 02:04:37 cigarette smoke 02:12:58 Overall Ratings02:18:40 Next Album Recommendations 02:22:22 Next Week's Review
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moisturizer by Wet Leg Album Review
3w ago02:07:12Tap to summarizeOn this week's episode, Matt and Ryan are reviewing moisturizer, the highly anticipated sophomore album by Wet Leg. The group broke out in 2022 with the massive success of their self-titled debut LP and electrifying live shows, earning several Grammy and Brit Award nominations along the way. This records sees the band expanding their sound from the pop stylings of "pokemon" to the hard rocking "pillow talk". Check out what the guys have to say about the album! 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 Intro02:41 Last Review Recap04:56 What is a Wet Leg?19:42 CPR27:56 liquidize35:46 catch these fists44:57 davina mccall53:04 jennifer's body01:00:16 mangetout01:09:07 Ways to Support the Show01:15:46 pond song01:20:22 pokemon01:26:47 pillow talk01:34:39 don't speak01:40:57 11:2101:47:29 u and me at home01:54:04 Overall Ratings01:59:29 Next Album Recommendations 02:03:15 Next Week's Review
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Hey, Listen to This! The Game: Pride Edition
4w 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
Jul 402:14:14Tap 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
Jun 2701:57:54Tap 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
Jun 2001:59:01Tap 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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