Author: MB
Mark and Seymour break down the 2026 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees, from the Oasis “pissing match” to Mariah Carey’s surprising snub. Plus, five new songs from Plini, Tigercub, and more that you need to hear.
The Nostalgia Spectrum – From Rush’s Tribute to the Stones’ Secret Society The 2026 musical horizon is…
The Eulogy for the Power Ballad Have you ever experienced a “thumb cramp”? Not from texting, but from…
Ever thought classical music was just for nap time? Think again. We’re diving into “Symphonies That Don’t Suck,” featuring head-banging Shostakovich, riots in Paris, and the mechanical chaos of John Adams. Strap in for a wild ride through the metal side of the orchestra!
Discover why human imperfection beats AI “slop” in music. Mark dives into the controversy of AI-generated tracks, the “Fortnite” comparison, and reviews 5 must-hear songs from The Sheepdogs, Angine de Poitrine, and more
Dive into the reality of Spotify’s Loud and Clear report, the “infinite shelf” myth, and 5 fresh tracks from Marc Valentine, Michael Stipe, and more that actually deserve your ears.
From a “totally fucking acoustic” songs with folk legend Ellis Paul to swampy crooner covers by Barns Courtney, Mark breaks down this week’s top tracks and shares a “kismet” encounter with an old friend.
Dive into the 2026 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nominations with host Mark Bradbourne and returning guest Seymour. They break down the fan vote math, the 17 nominees, who’s a lock (and who isn’t), plus why the Rock Hall keeps lighting the internet on fire every single year.
Is music still capable of being “unavoidable” in the streaming era? From Michael Jackson’s MTV dominance to Taylor Swift’s algorithm-powered empire, we explore how monoculture died—and what replaced it. Plus, new music from Cardinals, Evermore, Highland Cinema, Alan Doyle, and The Sophs.
Can a city engineer a music scene? This week on Songs That Don’t Suck, Mark dives into Huntsville’s music strategy, questions whether scenes can be optimized, and spotlights killer new tracks from Hollerado, Leith, Big Big Train, Crooked Fingers, and The Other End.