Mark is a lifelong music fan, former radio obsessive, and unapologetic GenX listener who believes great songs still exist you just have to dig for them. He also spent the better part of 30 years performing and recording with various bands around Northeast Ohio as a drummer and percussionistSongs That Don’t Suck started as a personal challenge: listen to as much new music as possible and surface what’s actually worth hearing. It turned into a weekly podcast, a growing archive, and a community of listeners who value discovery over dopamine.No hot takes. No trend chasing. Just honest listening.
Discover five live albums that don’t suck—from Rush and Iron Maiden to Peter Gabriel and Tesla. Host Mark Bradbourne shares the best live recordings that capture energy without the crowd noise chaos.
Mark explores the Brennan B3 audio jukebox, a "graduation gift" that’s reviving his massive CD collection. Plus, new music reviews featuring Culture Wars, Fantastic Cat, Dylan Santiago, and Man/Woman/Chainsaw.
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.
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.