Author: MB
🎧 In Episode 53 of Songs That Don’t Suck, Mark Bradbourne gets nostalgic (and a little salty) about band hiatuses, resurrects indie heroes Jump Little Children, and dishes out five fresh tracks—from shoegaze post-rock to synthy funk and Pink Floydian introspection. New week, new bangers. 🎶💥
In Episode 52 of Songs That Don’t Suck, host Mark Bradborn reflects on MTV-era classics turning 40, digs up a funky hidden gem from his musical vault, and shares five new songs that’ll shake your headphones (and maybe your soul). Dive into the nostalgia, discover future legends. 🎶🔥
Welcome to Season 2 of Songs That Don’t Suck! In Episode 51, host Mark Bradbourne shares his revamped format, digs into how his picks stacked up against industry “Best Of” lists, and kicks off 2024 with five standout tracks—plus a vault cover that might make you rethink Wings. 🧠🎶
Episode 50 of Songs That Don’t Suck marks the Season 1 finale and the first-ever Don’t Sucky Awards! Host Mark Bradborn crowns the best tracks of 2023 across rock, folk, indie, pop, metal, country, and more. With heartfelt reflections, fan shoutouts, and unforgettable music moments, this is a can’t-miss celebration of music that truly doesn’t suck. 🏆🎶
In Episode 49 of Songs That Don’t Suck, Mark reviews five standout tracks spanning UK noise pop, indie bass-forward grooves, world jazz from Tel Aviv, and a killer live version from Manchester Orchestra. Plus: Spinal Tap is back (!), KISS goes full hologram (ugh), and next week’s Don’t Suckie Awards finale is gonna rule. 🏆🎸
In Episode 48 of Songs That Don’t Suck, host Mark digs into his personal archive to bring you six incredible hidden gems from decades past. It’s the first-ever “From the Vault” episode, featuring regional favorites, forgotten prog bangers, and heartstring-tugging tracks that still hold up. Plus: the full list of 2023 Don’t Suckie Award nominees!
In Episode 47 of Songs That Don’t Suck, Mark reflects on music’s universal power—even when the tunes aren’t his thing—and highlights three standout tracks from Alberta Cross, Really Good Time, and Sultans of String featuring Northern Cree. Plus, Dolly goes rock with help from P!nk and Brandi Carlile. 🎸
In Episode 46 of Songs That Don’t Suck, host Mark explores the science of earworms (why “The Love You Save” haunted him for three days), shouts out a hauntingly good Gordon Lightfoot cover, and uncovers four standout tracks from Slim Dan, Daytime TV, Barnes Courtney, and Judas Priest. Yes, that Judas Priest. 🤘
In Episode 45 of Songs That Don’t Suck, host Mark breaks down the long-awaited Beatles AI-assisted single, reflects on the Rock Hall Induction drama, and highlights four standout tracks—plus album drops from Dirty Honey and The Struts. And yes, Blues Traveler covers TLC. You read that right.
In Episode 44 of Songs That Don’t Suck, host Mark reflects on musical paralysis, generational listening habits, and why Gen X still craves sonic discovery. Plus: a Halloween-perfect cover, Portnoy’s Dream Theater return, and four fresh tracks from Green Day, Talk, Amigo the Devil, and Lawrence.