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🎢 Unsolicited music opinions from your favorite ✨ dysfunctional ✨ friend group 🎢

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Track Attack: Please Take Me Off Speakerphone (Rebecca Black, Muse, Steve Lacy)

41 min

Brandito, Bob, and Mel are back with another Track Attack, breaking down six brand-new singles from across the musical spectrum. This week they're covering Speakerphone by Rebecca Black, Better Man from Slow Pulp, Nightshift Superstar by Muse, the feeling from Steve Lacy, Too Easy by Tinashe, and des fleurs x stromae from Tove Lo and Stromae.From shimmering pop and indie rock to arena anthems, slick R&B, and electronic collaborations, this week's lineup keeps the conversation moving. As always, the crew breaks down the highs, the lows, and the tracks that left them wanting just a little more.Press play, listen along, and let us know which single earned a permanent spot in your playlist. In this episode: 00:00 Introduction 07:10 Speakerphone - Rebecca Black 15:30 Better Man - Slow Pulp 19:41 Nightshift Superstar - Muse 24:28 the feeling - Steve Lacy 29:53 Too Easy - Tinashe 35:27 des fleurs x stromae - Tove Lo, Stromae

Episode 33: You Seem Pretty Coin-Operated for a Cry Baby

2 hr 23 min

Brandito, Bob, and Mel are back with three new album reviews, covering Coin-O-Matic by Deer Tick, Cry Baby from Vince Staples, and you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love by Olivia Rodrigo.This week’s episode takes the crew from Deer Tick’s genre-bending Americana to Vince Staples' sharp observations and Olivia Rodrigo's emotionally devastating confessions. Along the way, favorite tracks don't always line up, feelings definitely get hurt, and at least one debate refuses to die long after the song ends.Whether you're here for loose change, ugly crying, or questioning why someone so in love sounds so sad, this episode has a little something for everyone.Press play, listen along, and let us know which album hit you the hardest β€” emotionally or otherwise. πŸŽ§πŸ’”πŸͺ™ In this episode: 00:00 Introduction 01:07 Coin-O-Matic - Deer Tick 42:55 Cry Baby - Vince Staples 01:27:41 you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love - Olivia Rodrigo

Episode 32: The Boys Spiraled for (Way More) Than Ten Minutes

2 hr 31 min

Brandito and Mel are back with three new album reviews, covering Inferno by Boards of Canada, everyone for ten minutes by bleachers, and The Boys of Dungeon Lane by Paul McCartney.This week’s episode takes the crew from cryptic electronic soundscapes and conspiracy-board-worthy rabbit holes to heartfelt indie rock and a trip down Dungeon Lane. Along the way, there are questions, theories, emotional spirals, and at least one point where it becomes unclear whether Mel is reviewing an album or being recruited into a cult.Three albums. Three very different worlds. One increasingly concerned podcast. Press play, listen along, and let us know which album sent you the furthest down the rabbit hole. 🎧πŸ”₯πŸ•³οΈ In this episode: 00:00 Introduction 02:14 Inferno - Boards of Canada 01:03:41 everyone for ten minutes - Bleachers 01:43:25 The Boys of Dungeon Lane - Paul McCartney

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Track Attack: Please Take Me Off Speakerphone (Rebecca Black, Muse, Steve Lacy)

41 min

Brandito, Bob, and Mel are back with another Track Attack, breaking down six brand-new singles from across the musical spectrum. This week they're covering Speakerphone by Rebecca Black, Better Man from Slow Pulp, Nightshift Superstar by Muse, the feeling from Steve Lacy, Too Easy by Tinashe, and des fleurs x stromae from Tove Lo and Stromae.From shimmering pop and indie rock to arena anthems, slick R&B, and electronic collaborations, this week's lineup keeps the conversation moving. As always, the crew breaks down the highs, the lows, and the tracks that left them wanting just a little more.Press play, listen along, and let us know which single earned a permanent spot in your playlist. In this episode: 00:00 Introduction 07:10 Speakerphone - Rebecca Black 15:30 Better Man - Slow Pulp 19:41 Nightshift Superstar - Muse 24:28 the feeling - Steve Lacy 29:53 Too Easy - Tinashe 35:27 des fleurs x stromae - Tove Lo, Stromae

Episode 33: You Seem Pretty Coin-Operated for a Cry Baby

2 hr 23 min

Brandito, Bob, and Mel are back with three new album reviews, covering Coin-O-Matic by Deer Tick, Cry Baby from Vince Staples, and you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love by Olivia Rodrigo.This week’s episode takes the crew from Deer Tick’s genre-bending Americana to Vince Staples' sharp observations and Olivia Rodrigo's emotionally devastating confessions. Along the way, favorite tracks don't always line up, feelings definitely get hurt, and at least one debate refuses to die long after the song ends.Whether you're here for loose change, ugly crying, or questioning why someone so in love sounds so sad, this episode has a little something for everyone.Press play, listen along, and let us know which album hit you the hardest β€” emotionally or otherwise. πŸŽ§πŸ’”πŸͺ™ In this episode: 00:00 Introduction 01:07 Coin-O-Matic - Deer Tick 42:55 Cry Baby - Vince Staples 01:27:41 you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love - Olivia Rodrigo

Episode 32: The Boys Spiraled for (Way More) Than Ten Minutes

2 hr 31 min

Brandito and Mel are back with three new album reviews, covering Inferno by Boards of Canada, everyone for ten minutes by bleachers, and The Boys of Dungeon Lane by Paul McCartney.This week’s episode takes the crew from cryptic electronic soundscapes and conspiracy-board-worthy rabbit holes to heartfelt indie rock and a trip down Dungeon Lane. Along the way, there are questions, theories, emotional spirals, and at least one point where it becomes unclear whether Mel is reviewing an album or being recruited into a cult.Three albums. Three very different worlds. One increasingly concerned podcast. Press play, listen along, and let us know which album sent you the furthest down the rabbit hole. 🎧πŸ”₯πŸ•³οΈ In this episode: 00:00 Introduction 02:14 Inferno - Boards of Canada 01:03:41 everyone for ten minutes - Bleachers 01:43:25 The Boys of Dungeon Lane - Paul McCartney

Track Attack: Baby Driver Took 12 Steps (Lola Young, Charli xcx, Riley Green)

41 min

Brandito and Mel are back for another Track Attack, and for this one it seems they might've switched roles. This week they're covering From Down Here by Lola Young, SS26 from Charli xcx, Baby Driver by 070 Shake, Dark Magic by Quadeca, 12 Steps from Dexter and the Moonrocks, featuring Treaty Oak Revival, and Think As You Drunk by Riley Green. From unbelievably raw and vulnerable song writing to ya'llternative interventions and "no gimmick" country, this week's lineup has Brandito gassing up the girlies and Mel trapped in a total identity crisis. Press play, listen along, and let us know which track instantly got stuck in your head. 🎧 In this episode: 00:00 Introduction 05:10 From Down Here - Lola Young 11:29 SS26 - Charli xcx 16:45 Baby Driver - 070 Shake 21:36 Dark Magic - Quadeca 26:45 12 Steps - Dexter and The Moonrocks, Treaty Oak Revival 32:12 Think As You Drunk - Riley Green

Track Attack: Prophesying Something Wicked (Chaka Khan, Breaking Benjamin, leroy)

1 hr 1 min

Brandito, Bob, and Mel are back for another Track Attack, breaking down a wildly eclectic batch of new singles. This week they're covering Big Dog by The Last Dinner Party, Something Wicked from Breaking Benjamin, Prophecy at 1420 MHz by Boards of Canada, Chakzilla from Chaka Khan, Dai Dai by Shakira and Burna Boy, and IF YOU THINK I'M A BITCH YOU SHOULD MEET JANE REMOVER by leroy.From arena-sized rock and cryptic electronic transmissions to dancefloor grooves, giant monsters, and samples that have Bob questioning if he's officially too old for this shit, this week's lineup is all over the map in the best way possible.Press play, listen along, and let us know which track had you checking your speakers, questioning reality, or immediately hitting replay. 🎧 In this episode: 00:00 Introduction 13:51 Big Dog - The Last Dinner Party 21:16 Something Wicked - Breaking Benjamin 27:15 Prophecy at 1420 MHz - Boards of Canada 33:49 Chakzilla - Chaka Khan 41:04 Dai Dai - Shakira, Burna Boy 50:05 IF YOU THINK I'M A BITCH YOU SHOULD MEET JANE REMOVER - leroy#thelastdinnerparty #breakingbenjamin #chakakhan #boardsofcanada #shakira #burnaboy #leroy #musicreview

Track Attack: Not Another One Direction Boy (Niall Horan, Shaboozey, Madonna)

43 min

Mel and Rose are back with a new Track Attack episode reviewing the latest music releases and breaking down some of the biggest new singles of the week. In this episode, they discuss Little More Time by Niall Horan, Promise? from Bella Kay, Born To Die by Shaboozey, Bring Your Love by Madonna and Sabrina Carpenter, and Blackberry Marmalade from Vince Staples. From pop and country influences to hip-hop, alternative sounds, and emotional songwriting, Mel and Rose cover the production, lyrics, performances, and standout moments from each new release. If you’re looking for new music recommendations, album and single reviews, or just want to keep up with the latest releases in pop and alternative music, this episode has you covered. Press play, listen along, and let us know if Blackberry Marmalade stopped you in your tracks too. 🎧 In this episode: 00:00 Introduction 07: 45 Little More Time - Niall Horan 14:46 Promise? - Bella Kay 19:58 Born To Die - Shaboozey 25:47 Bring Your Love - Madonna, Sabrina Carpenter 33:12 Blackberry Marmalade - Vince Staples

Track Attack: Back and Forth in the Middle of Nowhere (Kacey Musgraves, Olivia Rodrigo, Kehlani)

52 min

Brandito and Mel are back with another round of new music singles, covering Middle of Nowhere by Kacey Musgraves, drop dead from Olivia Rodrigo, RUNWAY by Lady Gaga and Doechii, Back and Forth from Kehlani and Missy Elliott, GIRLFRIEND by amanda bynes, Zabba, and Fenix Flexin, plus SHE DID IT AGAIN from Tyla and Zara Larsson.In this episode:00:00 Introduction 09:55 Middle of Nowhere - Kacey Musgraves 16:30 drop dead - Olivia Rodrigo 22:10 RUNWAY - Lady Gaga, Doechii 28:38 Back and Forth - Kehlani, Missy Elliot 36:32 GIRLFRIEND - amanda bynes, Zabba, Fenix Flexin 45:26 SHE DID IT AGAIN - Tyla, Zara Larsson#kaceymusgraves #oliviarodrigo #ladygaga #doechii #kehlani #missyelliot #amandabynes #tyla #zaralarsson #musicreview

Episode 30: Favorite Toys in the Middle of the Great Divide

2 hr 47 min

Mel and Rose team up for this week’s episode, diving into three new albums: Your Favorite Toy by Foo Fighters, Middle of Nowhere by Kacey Musgraves, and The Great Divide by Noah Kahan. From loud catharsis to reflective songwriting and wide-open emotional landscapes, it’s a lineup that covers a lot of ground without ever staying in one place for too long. We may not have been emotionally strong enough for all three of these albums back-to-back, but we made it out alive β€” press play, listen along, and let us know how distraught you were by the end. In this episode: 00:00 Introduction 06:01 Your Favorite Toy - Foo Fighters 50:08 Middle of Nowhere - Kacey Musgraves 01:32:09 The Great Divide - Noah Kahan

Track Attack: Do Us a Favour, & Stay (Conan Gray, Weezer, Becky G)

52 min

For the first Track Attack of the year, Brandito, Mel, and Bob are all here to yap about a new batch of singles. This week they’re covering Younger You by Miley Cyrus, Stay from JERUB, The Best by Conan Gray, Shine Again from Weezer, MARATHON by Becky G and Elkan, and Favour from FISHER and Tones and I. From reflective moments to high-energy bursts and everything in between, it’s a lineup that's all over the place β€” as are their feelings. 00:00 Introduction 09:48 Younger You - Miley Cyrus 14:30 Stay - JERUB 19:40 The Best - Conan Gray 27:08 Shine Again - Weezer 38:04 MARATHON - Becky G, elkan 44:20 Favour - FISHER, Tones and I

Episode 28: This Podcast May Contain Hope & Desire in the Dying Light

2 hr 40 min

For the first time this year, Brandito, Mel, and Bob are all back together β€” and they’ve got a stacked episode to make up for it. This week, they’re diving into three new albums: Against the Dying of the Light by JosΓ© GonzΓ‘lez, Ambiguous Desire from Arlo Parks, and THIS MUSIC MAY CONTAIN HOPE by RAYE. From introspective slow burns to emotionally loaded moments and everything in between, it’s a lineup that feels thoughtful, a little heavy, and surprisingly hopeful β€” listen along and let us know where hope found you. 00:00 Introduction 01:20 Against the Dying of the Light - JosΓ© GonzΓ‘lez 47:00 - Ambiguous Desire - Arlo Parks 01:29:16 THIS MUSIC MAY CONTAIN HOPE - RAYE

Track Attack: Black Fur Dog Tail Berry Picker

51 min

Mel and Bob are still holding down the fort, and this time they're digging into a batch of new-ish singles. This week they’re covering White Feather Hawk Tail Deer Hunter by Lana Del Rey, How I Get from Laufey, Nightingale Lane. by RAYE, miss u 2 byTy Dolla $ign and Leon Thomas, She Knows Too Much by Thundercat and Mac Miller, and FEVER DREAM by Alex Warren. From swamp witch ballads to gold digger accusations, this lineup runs the full emotional spectrum β€” press play and tell us which singles hooked you. 00:00 Introduction 11:40 White Feather Hawk Tail Deer Hunter - Lana Del Rey 14:31 How I Get - Laufey 23:27 Nightingale Lane. - RAYE 28:27 miss u 2 - Ty Dolla $ign, Leon Thomas 34:48 She Knows Too Much - Thundercat, Mac Miller 42:36 FEVER DREAM - Alex Warren

Track Attack: Promises of Forever vs Homewreckers (Luke Combs, sombr, MUNA)

39 min

Mel and Brandito are back with another Track Attack, diving into a fresh batch of new singles: Be By You by Luke Combs, Be Her by Ella Langley, Homewrecker by sombr, Dancing On The Wall by MUNA, you and forever by Bleachers, and ICEMAN FREESTYLE by Central Cee. It’s a lineup full of love songs, heartbreak anthems, and emotional chaos β€” whether you were celebrating or boycotting Valentine's Day this year, these singles had you covered. 00:00 Introduction 04:59 Be By You - Luke Combs 09:29 Be Her - Ella Langley 14:03 Homewrecker - sombr 19:27 Dancing On The Wall - MUNA 24: 26 you and forever - Bleachers 31:18 ICEMAN FREESTYLE - Central Cee

Episode 26: A Love for Hooks and Heights

1 hr 50 min

This week, Mel and Brandito are diving into three new releases: A Love for Strangers by Chet Faker, Tenterhooks by Silversun Pickups, and Wuthering Heights by Charli xcx. Buckle up β€” it’s a strange, hooky, high-drama week in all the best ways. 00:00 Introduction 04:54 A Love For Strangers - Chet Faker 42:27 Tenterhooks - Silversun Pickups 01:15:25 Wuthering Heights - Charli xcx

Track Attack: Bridging the Great Divide (Arctic Monkeys, Noah Kahan, MJ Cole)

51 min

For the first Track Attack of the year, Brandito and Mel break down six new singles, including Opening Night by Arctic Monkeys, The Great Divide by Noah Kahan, To Love Somebody by Holly Humberstone, POSSESSION by Melanie Martinez, Last of a Dying Breed by Joji, and Still Sincere by MJ Cole and PinkPantheress. 00:00 Introduction 10:42 Opening Night - Arctic Monkeys 16:59 The Great Divide - Noah Kahan 27:07 To Love Somebody - Holly Humberstone 31:46 POSSESSION - Melanie Martinez 36:40 Last of a Dying Breed - Joji 44:10 Still Sincere - MJ Cole, PinkPantheress

Episode 25: Cheap Drinks & Mega Riffs

1 hr 55 min

After a busy holiday season (and a few technical issues), Mel and Brandito are finally back for year two of the pod. To kick off 2026, they’re going track-by-track through Megadeth’s final album Megadeth, Poppy’s Empty Hands, and Joyce Manor’s I Used to Go to This Bar. Buckle up β€” it’s a chaotic start to the year in all the best ways. 00:00 Introduction 01:16 Megadeth - Megadeth 45:26 Empty Hands - Poppy 01:23:52 I Used To Go To This Bar - Joyce Manor

Episode 24: Hitching Horses - Our Grammy Picks & Predictions

2 hr 35 min

Mel and Brandito are back with their 2026 Grammy picks and predictions, and spoiler alertβ€”they rarely agree. 00:00 - Introduction 06:54 - Record of the Year 29:57 - Album of the Year 54:00 - Song of the Year 01:05:02 - Best New Artist 01:26:06 - Producer of the Year 01:44:55 - Songwriter of the Year 02:04:23 - Best Music Video 02:22:31 - Best Album Cover

Track Attack: Six Singles, Zero Vegetables (Kevin Jonas, Charli xcx, Lil Yachty)

51 min

This week, Mel and Brandito buckle in for a Track Attack packed with chaos, confusion, and a few unexpected highs. They tear into six new singles: Kevin Jonas’s unexpected debut solo single Changing, Hannah Grae’s punchy Bitch, Magdalena Bay’s shimmering This Is The World (I Made It For You), Bad Omens’ brooding Left For Good, Charli xcx’s side quest Chains of Love, and Lil Yachty’s unapologetically bizarre No Vegetables. From instant obsessions to head-tilting surprises, the duo has plenty to dissect.00:00 Introduction 08:42 Changing - Kevin Jonas 16:41 Bitch - Hannah Grae 20:39 This Is The World (I Made It For You) - Magdalena Bay 26:23 Chains of Love - Charli xcx 35:48 Left For Good - Bad Omens 41:30 No Vegetables - Lil Yachty

Episode 21: Soundtrack for the Emotionally Unstable

3 hr 15 min

With Mel and Bob out, Brandito and Rose take over to review three of the week’s biggest releases β€” Brandi Carlile’s Returning To Myself, Of Monsters and Men’s All is Love and Pain in the Mouse Parade, and Tame Impala’s Deadbeat. From Brandi’s soul-searching return to form, to Of Monsters and Men’s bittersweet surrealism, to Tame Impala’s hazy melancholy, the duo unpacks the moods, moments, and melodies tying them all together. 00:00 Introduction 24:19 Returning to Myself - Brandi Carlile 01:10:30 All is Love and Pain in the Mouse Parade - Of Monsters and Men 02:10:02 Deadbeat - Tame Impala

Episode 20: From the Liminal to the Literal Spotlight

3 hr 9 min

On this episode of On BEAT Off SCRIPT, Brandito, Mel, and Incredibob dive into three radically different new releases β€” Liminal by Brian Eno and Beatie Wolfe, Silver Bleeds the Black Sun by AFI, and The Life of a Showgirl by Taylor Swift. From ambient experiments to gothic anthems to pop spectacle, the trio unpacks how each artist redefines their sound β€” and what happens when art, angst, and glitter all collide. ⚠️ Trigger warning for Swifties: you probably won’t agree with us on this one. Let us know which album pulled you in, or pushed you over the edge In this episode: 00:00 Introduction 10:36 Liminal - Brian Eno, Beatie Wolfe 1:02:06 Silver Bleeds the Black Sun - AFI 1:46:59 The Life of a Showgirl - Taylor Swift

Track Attack: Screams, Shakes & Jersey Takes (Florence + The Machine, Doja Cat, Bon Jovi)

50 min

This week, Brandito and Mel drag special guest Garret, aka TipsyTune into the hot seat for a Track Attack full of chaos and questionable opinions. The crew dives into four new singles: Florence + The Machine’s haunting anthem Everybody Scream, Doja Cat’s slick and sharp Jealous Type, Alabama Shakes’ long-awaited return with Another Life, and Bon Jovi’s flag-waving rocker Red, White and Jersey. From stadium-ready screams to soul-stirring comebacks, the gang has a lot to say β€” and even more to argue about. In this episode: 00:00 Introduction 13:20 Everybody Scream - Florence + The Machine 22:43 Jealous Type - Doja Cat 29:42 Another Life - Alabama Shakes 37:22 Red, White and Jersey - Bon Jovi

Episode 17: A Matter of Best Friends

2 hr 21 min

This week, Brandito and Mel are joined by a very special guest β€” Twitch streamer, musician, and Mel’s husband, Garrett, aka TipsyTune! With his debut studio album House of Mirrors dropping September 5th, Garrett steps into the hot seat as the crew reviews Laufey’s dreamy new record, A Matter of Time, and Sabrina Carpenter’s cheeky, sugar-coated pop confessional Man’s Best Friend. Do these albums live up to the hype? Can Garrett survive the chaos of the pod? Will House of Mirrors get an early co-sign from Brandito and Mel? Tune in for hot takes, playful debates, plenty of music nerdery and make sure to follow Garrett on Twitch here: https://www.twitch.tv/tipsytune πŸ‘‰ What did you think of Laufey and Sabrina’s new albums? Drop your takes in the comments! In this episode: 00:00 Introduction 07:57 A Matter of Time - Laufey 01:24:51 Man's Best Friend - Sabrina Carpenter

Track Attack: Crushin' on Vampire Bats, No Cap (Jelly Roll, Glass Animals, clipping.)

55 min

On this week’s Track Attack, Brandito, Incredibob, and Mel sink their teeth into some of the biggest new singles. Jelly Roll teams up with Marshmello on the gospel-soaked Holy Water, Glass Animals go full nocturnal with Vampire Bat, and Olivia Dean delivers soul-searching honesty on Man I Need. Zara Larsson keeps the crushes coming with Crush, Disclosure and Anderson .Paak prove there’s No Cap on the groove, and clipping. drag us into the shadows with the haunting Forever War. From bangers to bat caves, heartbreaks to hard-hitters, we’re breaking down what slaps, what stings, and what might haunt your playlists forever. In this episode: 00:00 Introduction 13: 27 Holy Water - Marshmello, Jelly Roll 22:10 Vampire Bat - Glass Animals 27:42 Man I Need - Olivia Dean 31:45 Crush - Zara Larsson 37:32 No Cap - Disclosure, Anderson .Paak 46:05 Forever War - clipping.

Episode 16: So Long, So Lost, So Heartbroken

3 hr 31 min

This week Brandito, Incredibob, and Mel take a winding trip through the many shades of Americana. Molly Tuttle turns up the shimmer, diving deeper into pop on So Long Little Miss Sunshine. mgk takes the wrong highway exit on lost americana. And Ethel Cain pulls us straight into gothic heartbreak with Willoughby Tucker, I’ll Always Love You. From sunny hooks to dusty detours to love letters written in the dark, we’re unpacking it all. Tune in and let us know which record hit you hardest.In this episode: 00:00 Introduction 03:42 So Long Little Miss Sunshine - Molly Tuttle 01:07:05 lost americana - mgk 2:13:52 Willoughby Tucker, I'll Always Love You - Ethel Cain

Track Attack: True Believers in Bangers & Bad Decisions (Hayley Williams, Morgan Wallen, Kim Petras)

1 hr 21 min

This week on Track Attack, Brandito, Mel, and AppalachianRose dive into six fresh singles that range from indie angst to Miami madness: 1st World Blues by Bright Eyes, End of Summer by Tame Impala, True Believer by Hayley Williams, Miami by Morgan Wallen feat. Lil Wayne & Rick Ross, Freak It by Kim Petras, and To Be Free by Sam Smith. From desert heartbreak to club chaos, gospel pop to sweaty Florida trapβ€”this batch has us questioning everything, including each other. Hit play to find out which tracks freaked us out, freed our souls, or made us believers (sort of). In this Episode: 00:00 Introduction 10:29 1st World Blues - Bright Eyes 26:43 End of Summer - Tame Impala 35:54 True Believer - Hayley Williams 44:07 Miami - Morgan Wallen, Lil Wayne, Rick Ross 53:55 Freak It - Kim Petras 1:07:46 To Be Free - Sam Smith

Episode 15: We Made It to the Edge of the Universe Just to Get Chewed Out

2 hr 46 min

With Incredibob off on a mysterious cosmic mission, Mel and Brandito are joined by AppalachianRose to unpack three bold new albums: The Cosmic Selector Vol. 1 by Lord Huron, Precipice by Indigo De Souza, and Bite Me by ReneΓ© Rapp. From interstellar surf-westerns to emotional freefalls and biting pop anthems, we’re diving deep into the drama, the hooks, and the existential dread. Will Lord Huron’s cinematic vision land? Is Indigo dangling us off the edge on purpose? And did ReneΓ© Rapp just threaten us… and we liked it? Press play. It’s cosmic, chaotic, and a little unhinged. In this episode: 00:00 Introduction 08:23 The Cosmic Selector Vol. 1 by Lord Huron 01:05:39 Precipice by Indigo De Souza 1:55:30 Bite Me by ReneΓ© Rapp

Half-Time Hot Takes: Our 2025 Mid-Year Review

1 hr 55 min

The whole crew is back for our 2025 Mid-Year Review! We’re running down our top-reviewed albums so far this year, shouting out some personal favs that didn’t make it onto the pod, and spilling which upcoming releases we can’t wait to hear in the back half of 2025. Whether you’re looking for recs, hot takes, or your next musical obsession, we’ve got you covered. Drop your own best-of-2025 picks in the comments, and tell us which albums you’re hyped for! 00:00: Introduction 02:16: Our Top Albums as a Collective 01:03:45: Our Actual Individual Top Ten Albums 01:35:02: Albums We're Looking Forward To

Track Attack: Signed, Sealed, Gaslit (CMAT, Twenty One Pilots, Cardi B)

1 hr 4 min

This week, Brandito’s out, so Mel, Incredibob, and AppalachianRose dive into a batch of singles that feel like a group chat full of exes, chaos, and drive-thru therapy. From Megan Moroney’s β€œ6 Months Later” heartbreak blues to CMAT’s β€œJamie Oliver Petrol Station” fever dream, we’re unpacking relationship delusions (β€œwe never dated”), legal limbo (β€œThe Contract”), emotional yelling (β€œHOW DOES IT FEEL?”), and whatever turf war Cardi B’s waging in β€œOutside.” It’s giving:πŸ’” situationships,πŸ“œ binding documents,⛽️ snacks that may or may not be metaphors. If you’ve ever cried at a gas station or drafted a breakup text in Notes, this episode’s for you. 00:00 Introduction 08:52 6 Months Later - Megan Moroney 016:19 The Jamie Oliver Petrol Station - CMAT 26:23 we never dated - sombr 34:55 The Contract - Twenty One Pilots 48:02 HOW DOES IT FEEL? - The Kid LAROI 54:33 Outside - Cardi B

Track Attack: Mariah likes 'em wild, Sabrina likes a manchild (Sabrina Carpenter, Mariah Carey, Ethel Cain)

1 hr 3 min

In this week’s Track Attack, Brandito, Mel, and Incredibob review six of the biggest new music releases: β€œNettles” by Ethel Cain, β€œType Dangerous” by Mariah Carey, β€œManchild” by Sabrina Carpenter, β€œOWA OWA” by Lil Tecca, β€œHemingway” by girl in red, and β€œAnd a Big Load” by Hot Mulligan. They dive into everything from dreamy ballads to chaotic pop bangersβ€”breaking down the lyrics, production, and drama behind the tracks. Whether you’re a Mariah superfan or a Hot Mulligan skeptic, you’ll find something to love or rage about.

Episode 11: From Glitter Pop to Codeine Drops

3 hr 5 min

In this episode, Brandito, Mel, and Incredibob review three of the week’s biggest releases: MARINA’s bold comeback with PRINCESS OF POWER, Lil Wayne’s long-awaited Tha Carter VI, and Miley Cyrus’s reflective pop album Something Beautiful. Who’s still got it, who’s lost the plot, and who left us speechless? Whether you're a diehard fan or just curious about the hype, we've got hot takes, honest reactions, and plenty of laughs.In this episode: 00:00 Introduction 09:25 PRINCESS OF POWER - MARINA 01:03:33 Tha Carter VI - Lil Wayne 02:12:10 Something Beautiful - Miley Cyrus

Friend of Mine? Debatable. (Rihanna, ReneΓ© Rapp, MGK)

1 hr 4 min

This week, Brandito and Mel are joined by the insightful and unapologetic AppalachianRose as they dive into a fresh batch of singles. From the long-awaited return of Rihanna with "Friend Of Mine", to GIVΔ’ON’s soulful "RATHER BE", Lola Young’s raw "One Thing", and ReneΓ© Rapp’s emotional gut-punch "Leave Me Alone", no track is safe from the trio’s sharp ears. MGK surprises with "cliche", and Turnstile flips expectations with "LOOK OUT FOR ME". Tune in for debates, delight, and maybe even a few disagreements. You know how it gets.

Episode 10: Casio Glow, Natural Woe & the Legend of Lost Lana

2 hr 27 min

This week, Brandito and Mel are joined by professional musician and Twitch streamer AppalachianRose for a sonic showdown featuring Stereolab’s Instant Holograms On Metal Film and Dan Mangan’s Natural Light. According to Brandito, Mel's wrong again, and Rose keeps it all from falling apart with actual musical knowledge. We were supposed to review Lana Del Rey’s new album too, but she ghosted us. Maybe next time, Lana. Our links: https://linktr.ee/onBEAToffSCRIPT Follow our girl AppalachianRose here: www.twitch.tv/appalachianrose In this episode: (00:00) Introduction (09:55) Instant Holograms on Metal Film (01:26:41) Natural Light

Track Attack: Old Phones, Lavender Vibes, & Pop-Punk Goodbyes (Ed Sheeran, Maroon 5, Avril Lavigne)

1 hr 8 min

This week, Brandito, Incredibob, and Mel dive headfirst into the glorious mess that is the latest batch of new music releasesβ€”and nothing is safe. We’re unpacking the emotional voicemails of Ed Sheeran’s β€œOld Phone,” getting blissfully weird with β€œAin’t It Kinda Funny” from Tash Sultana & City and Colour, and floating into a dream-pop haze with β€œI Like It I Like It” by Moses Sumney & Hayley Williams. Also on deck: β€œPriceless” from Maroon 5 and LISA (is it actually priceless or just streaming bait?), β€œMen2Be” by Lavender Bride (wedding vibes with a twist), and the return of teen angst via β€œYoung & Dumb” from Avril Lavigne & Simple Plan. It’s a mix of tears, riffs, and musical confusionβ€”and we’re here for all of it. Hit play for spicy takes, unexpected favorites, and at least one existential crisis. In this episode: (00:00) Introduction (02:18) What we've been listening to (10:56) Ain't It Kinda Funny - Tash Sultana, City and Colour (21:28) Men2Be - Lavender Bride (30:36) I Like It I Like It - Moses Sumney, Hayley Williams (40:04) Old Phone - Ed Sheeran (50:03) Priceless - Maroon 5, LISA (57:15) Young & Dumb - Avril Lavigne, Simple Plan

Episode 9: Dear Blondshell, billy woods, and Kali Uchis, Thanks for Ruining Our Emotional Stability, Sincerely, This Podcast

3 hr 15 min

This week, Brandito, Mel, and Incredibob are flipping through the sonic scrapbook: Blondshell hands us a brutally honest selfie with If You Asked For A Picture, billy woods drops GOLLIWOGβ€”a dense, poetic mind maze that might require a literary degree (or at least a quiet room), and Kali Uchis serenades us with Sincerely, a lush, romantic journey that’s basically a musical bubble bath. Expect bold opinions, questionable metaphors, and at least one passionate debate about vocal layering. Tune in, because feelings were felt. Our links: https://linktr.ee/onBEAToffSCRIPT In this episode: (00:00) Introduction (4:32) If You Asked For A Picture - Blondshell (01:01:42) GOLLIWOG - billy woods (02:10:27) Sincerely, - Kali Uchis

Track Attack: On MONDAYS, we WRK (JID, Addison Rae, Lorde)

59 min

This week, we’re joined by the full dream teamβ€”Incredibob, Brandito, and Melβ€”to dig into a wild mix of new music drops. We’re talking JID going full beast mode on β€œWRK,” Quadeca getting deep and mysterious with β€œMONDAY,” and Addison Rae putting us in a trance with β€œHeadphones On.” Lorde came out of nowhere with β€œWhat Was That” (seriously...what was that?), Aly & AJ are back to soundtrack your soft summer sadness with β€œDandelions,” and James Bay & Sheryl Crow want you to call your mom with β€œYou and Me Time.” It’s chaos. It’s vibes. It’s opinions you didn’t ask forβ€”but you’ll want to hear. Hit play. Our links: https://linktr.ee/onBEAToffSCRIPT In this episode: (00:00) Intro (11:13) WRK - JID (18:18) MONDAY - Quadeca (26:01) Headphones On - Addison Rae (31:22) What Was That - Lorde (38:19) Dandelions - Alj & AJ (45:25) You and Me Time - James Bay and Sheryl Crow

Episode 8: Send a Superheaven Prayer to The Film Gods

2 hr 42 min

Incredibob returns to join Brandito and Mel as they wrangle some wild new tunes! The gang tackles Superheaven’s self-titled comeback, gets a little country with Julien Baker and TORRES’ heartfelt collab "Send A Prayer My Way," and plunges into the chaotic genius of SUMAC and Moor Mother’s The Film. Expect hot takes, cold drinks, and at least one identity crisis. Hit play β€” your ears deserve it. Our links: https://linktr.ee/onBEAToffSCRIPT In this episode: (00:00) Introduction (06:08) Superheaven - Superheaven (53:41) Send A Prayer My Way - Julien Baker & TORRES (01:48:58) The Film - SUMAC and Moor Mother

Track Attack: Crying in the River but Screaming in the Pit (Bruce Springsteen, Miley Cyrus, Sleep Token)

1 hr 23 min

This week on the pod, Mel and Brandito are joined by special guest AppalachianRose β€” professional musician and Twitch streamer β€” for a genre-hopping deep dive into some of the freshest (and fiercest) new releases. We’re breaking down Bruce Springsteen’s cinematic β€œRain in the River,” feeling the apocalyptic pop power of Miley Cyrus’s β€œEnd of the World,” and getting all the feels with Lana Del Rey’s haunting β€œHenry, come on.” Arcade Fire’s β€œYear of the Snake” stirs up existential vibes, Sleep Token gets sultry with β€œCaramel,” and BABYMETAL x Poppy bring the chaos and candy on β€œfrom me to u.” Make sure to give our girl AppalachianRose a follow on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/appalachianrose Our links: https://linktr.ee/onBEAToffSCRIPT In this episode: "(00:00) Introduction" "(17:17) Rain in the River" "(32:04) End of the World" "(41:47) Henry, come on" "(51:24) Year of the Snake" "(01:01:20) Caramel" "(01:11:14) from me to u"

Episode 7: Who Believes in DOGGOD’s fABLE?

3 hr 1 min

This week on the pod, Brandito and Mel are joined by special guest AppalachianRose β€” a professional musician and Twitch streamer β€” for a deep dive into three wildly different but equally compelling releases. We kick things off with the gritty, fuzz-soaked swagger of L.A. WITCH’s DOGGOD, drift into the experimental, genre-bending dreamscape of Bon Iver’s SABLE, fABLE, and wrap up with the heartfelt collaboration between legends on Elton John and Brandi Carlile’s Who Believes In Angels? Come for the hot takes, stay for the harmonies (and maybe a few chaotic tangents). Make sure to give our girl AppalachianRose a follow on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/appalachianrose Our links: https://linktr.ee/onBEAToffSCRIPT In this episode:"(00:00) Introduction" "(03:47) DOGGOD" "(50:25) SABLE, fABLE" "(01:53:06) Who Believes In Angels?"

Track Attack: Tongues, Trailer Parks & Open Windows (The Black Keys, Jonas Brothers, Will Smith)

1 hr 12 min

Brandito, Mel, and Incredibob are back with fresh takes on this week’s hottest new single releases! In this episode, we dive into Babygirl by The Black Keys, a groove-filled track that brings their signature energy, and Love Me To Heaven by the Jonas Brothers, a heartfelt tune. We also break down Nervous System, an alt-pop banger from Taylor Acorn and LØLØ, and southbound by Artemas, a catchy track that keeps the vibes fresh. Plus, we get into the wild, high-energy YIPPEE-KI-YAY from Kesha and T-Pain before wrapping up with Will Smith’s uplifting anthem You Can Make It. Tune in as we share our thoughts, favorites, and maybe even a few hot takes. Hit play and let’s talk music!Our links: ⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/onBEAToffSCRIPT⁠

Episode 6: Lonely People Till Only Dust Remains In The Morning

2 hr 49 min

This week, Brandito, Mel, and Incredibob dive into three wildly different but equally compelling releases. We break down Backxwash’s raw intensity on Only Dust Remains, explore Brian D’Addario’s dreamy yet intricate songwriting on Till The Morning, and get lost in the atmospheric power of Deafheaven’s Lonely People With Power. Our links: https://linktr.ee/onBEAToffSCRIPT In this episode: (00:00) Introduction (03:53) Only Dust Remains (51:37) Till The Morning (01:50:07) Lonely People With Power

Track Attack: Honky Tonk Pop Bops & the Bhabie/Barker Beef Continues (Chappell Roan, Bhad Bhabie)

59 min

Brandito, Incredibob, and Mel are back with another round of Track Attack! This week, we dive into the latest singles, including the introspective "Happy Birthday" by Black Country, New Road, the heartfelt "Can We Talk About Isaac?" by Rachel Chinouriri, the relatable vibes of "Ordinary" by Alex Warren, and the electrifying "The Giver" by Chappell Roan. But that’s not allβ€”we’re keeping the drama alive as we break down Bhad Bhabie’s latest diss track "OG Crashout" in the ongoing feud with Alabama Barker. Is this beef getting out of hand, or is it just heating up? Our links: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/onBEAToffSCRIPT⁠

Episode 5: Lust for Life, Or: How to Make Believe in a World Full of MAYHEM

2 hr 39 min

Brandito, Incredibob, and Mel are back with a stacked lineup of music reviews! This time, they’re diving into Courting’s ambitious new album Lust for Life, Or: β€˜How To Thread The Needle And Come Out The Other Side To Tell The Story’, Coheed and Cambria’s epic return with The Father of Make Believe, and Lady Gaga’s electrifying MAYHEM. Our links: ⁠https://linktr.ee/onBEAToffSCRIPT

Track Attack: Spies, Breakups & Bhad Bhabie’s Burns (Bhad Bhabie, Lizzo, Selena Gomez)

1 hr 18 min

This week, Brandito, Mel, and Incredibob dive into a fresh batch of new singlesβ€”some we love, some we question, and some that leave us feeling ratchet. We break down Mt. Joy’s dreamy More, More, More, Suki Waterhouse’s ethereal Dream Woman, and Rainbow Kitten Surprise’s mysterious Espionage. Then, we get into the drama of Call Me When You Break Up from Selena Gomez & Gracie Abrams, Lizzo’s heartfelt Love in Real Life, and the savagery that is Ms. Whitman from Bhad Bhabie. Are these tracks hits or misses? Tune in to find out! Our links: https://linktr.ee/onBEAToffSCRIPT

Episode 4: The Sky, The Injustice & All The Sports Cars Between

2 hr 46 min

This week, we’re diving deep into three fresh releases: Architects’ atmospheric The Sky, The Earth & All Between, Modou Moctar’s powerful Tears of Injustice, and Tate McRae’s infectious So Close To What. From soaring post-metal landscapes to raw desert blues and shimmering pop energy, we’ve got a lot to unpack! And guess what? Incredibob is back! Our links: https://linktr.ee/onBEAToffSCRIPT

Track Attack: Pop Sorcery to Timeless Ballads (Lady Gaga, Doechii, Elton John)

1 hr 29 min

Brandito, Mel, and TipsyTune are back with a fresh batch of music reviews! This week, we dive into Lady Gaga’s spellbinding Abracadabra, Doechii’s hard-hitting Nosebleeds, LISA, Doja Cat & RAYE’s captivating Born Again, Alok & Kylie Minogue’s dreamy Last Night I Dreamt I Fell in Love, Perrie’s high-energy Rollercoaster, and Elton John & Brandi Carlile’s heartfelt Who Believes in Angels. Join us as we break down the vibes, lyrics, and productionβ€”plus a few unexpected hot takes! Follow TipsyTune: twitch.tv/tipsytune Our links: https://linktr.ee/onBEAToffSCRIPT

Episode 3: $quid, $ex & $oul 4 U

2 hr 36 min

This week, we're joined by Twitch streamer and husband of Mel, TipsyTune aka Garrett, to break down the latest releases! We’re diving into Cowards by Squid, $ome $exy $ongs 4 U by Drake & PARTYNEXTDOOR, and Love & Hyperbole by Alessia Cara. Are these albums full of brilliance or just big swings and misses? Come listen along as we explore themes of cannibalism, discover why a teenage boy could come up with better lyrics than PARTYNEXTDOOR, and celebrate Alessia’s bold new sound! Follow TipsyTune: twitch.tv/tipsytune Our links: https://linktr.ee/onBEAToffSCRIPT

Episode 2: Bob HATES Trumpets

1 hr 4 min

This week, we’re diving into the latest drops from some of the biggest (and most unexpected) names in music! From Sexyy Red’s unfiltered bangers to Tate McRae’s pop perfection, Djo’s psychedelic grooves, Jack Van Cleaf’s indie storytelling, and Zach Bryan’s raw emotionβ€”no genre is safe from our takes. Plus, we break downWho Laughs Last, the haunting new track from Lord Huron featuring… Kristen Stewart? Yep, you read that right. Does her spoken-word feature elevate the eerie folk vibes, or does it leave us scratching our heads? Mel, Brandito, and Incredibob bring you honest reactions, chaotic debates, and a whole lot of music nerdery. Will these tracks make our playlists or get skipped? Tune in to find out! 🎀πŸ”₯

Episode 1: Our first episode ever!!!!

2 hr 57 min

Brandito, Bob, and Mel discuss new music releases, from Mac Miller's "Balloonerism" and the new Pat the Bunny to Teddy Swims and 6x Grammy-nominated artist Yola.

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