Episode Recaps

In Episode 33 of Songs That Don’t Suck, Mark heads to a Cleveland apartment-turned-venue to catch Fox Royale live, breaks down a listener-submitted cover of “Tom’s Diner,” and delivers five new tracks from Royal Blood, Electric Enemy, Twin Temple, Nothing But Thieves, and The Sherlocks—plus some musical ranting, raving, and rock revelation.

In Episode 32 of Songs That Don’t Suck, host Mark Bradbourne celebrates Iron Maiden’s Nico McBrain’s recovery, spotlights The Wild Feathers’ unplugged re-release, and breaks down five new tracks from Brenn!, Wilco, The Pale White, Momrock, and The Rolling People—plus a smooth-as-silk Madonna cover by The Dip.

In Episode 31 of Songs That Don’t Suck, Mark and Jenna dissect a disappointing Gen Z-led live show, highlight the difference between content creators and seasoned performers, and share five tracks that span blues rock, swing revival, and modern outlaw country. Yes, it’s a genre buffet—and it slaps.

🎙 Songs That Don’t Suck – Episode 30: The Week the Music Died (Sort Of)A love letter to fan communities, forgotten folk rock heroes, and the musical magic of the…

Episode 29 of Songs That Don’t Suck is a bittersweet one. Mark reflects on the aging rock icons like Ozzy and Phil Collins, shares a brilliant acoustic cover of Alanis Morissette, and introduces five fresh tracks from Dan Auerbach, Boskat, Greensky Bluegrass, Durry, and Spanish Love Songs.

In Episode 28 of Songs That Don’t Suck, Mark returns with eight standout new tracks from artists like The Struts, Dirty Honey, and Back to Yours. Plus, a brain-bending Led Zeppelin–Johnny Cash mashup kicks off the show. Let’s bring rock back! 🎸🔥

In Episode 26 of Songs That Don’t Suck, Mark celebrates the halfway point of 2023 with a brain-bending Dolly Parton cover, fresh rock tracks from across the globe, and a surprisingly uplifting Barenaked Ladies tune. 🎸

In Episode 25, Mark crashes a fancy AI dinner party and ends up talking about his podcast. Plus: a sneak peek at the “last” Beatles song, a pop-punk Kelly Clarkson cover, and five fresh tracks from Secondhand Sound, Stepsons, Spanish Love Songs, Young the Giant, and The Pink Spiders.

In Episode 24, Mark and his daughter Jenna review Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour in Detroit—from screaming fans to surprise tears. Plus, a Maddie Wilson cover of “The Archer” and five new tracks from Dirty Blonde, The Sheratons, Skies Behind, Cold War Kids, and Super Bloom.