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In spooooky episode number 3, we talk about witch house! The genre that has more to do with hip hop than house music, but its still a great name for a genre. This genre will definitely get you in the mood for spooky season with its occult and gothic themes and imagery as well its dark soundscapes. Happy listening! Playlist of songs: Burnout Eyess - oOoOO See Birds (Moon) - Balam Acab 3:51 A.M. - o...

In our second SPOOKY episode, we bring you a subgenre of hip hop thats all about horror! Horrorcore has been around since the early days of hip hop (in a tamer form) but really became more gruesome and gained popularity in around the mid-90s. While horrorcore is not so prevalent today, we see its influence in artists like Tyler, the creator, Lil Nas X, Doja Cat, and more. Tune in for some more SPO...

It's spooky season 👻 Which means for the month of October, we will be talking about spoooky genres, starting with doom metal! This genre is all about doom, gloom, dread, despair, the occult, and other sad spooky themes thanks to the slow tempos, low-tuned guitars and very thick, heavy DOOMY sound. It's perfect music for your yoga class! Yes, you read that right, we discuss how doom metal...

This episode is all about alternative hip hop and how it began as a reaction to the more mainstream forms of gangsta and hardcore rap to how it has evolved into the very experimental and avant-garde genre it is today. From the Fugees and A Tribe Called Quest to Tyler, the Creator and JPEGMAFIA, the genre has changed considerably and is only getting WEIRDER! and we're all very excited for it 😁 Pla...

Dive into the mesmerizing world of space rock as we explore the ethereal tones and atmospheric melodies that define this genre. Join us as we discuss the origins of space rock, its key influencers, and the unique blend of psychedelic and progressive elements that make it truly out of this world 🌌 Playlist of songs: I Hear a New World - Joe Meek & The Blue Men Telstar - The Tornados Knights of...

This episode explores a very experimental and avant-garde music genre known as post-rock. It's definitely not everyone's cup of tea but if you're a fan of exploring new sounds and pushing the limits of what traditional rock instruments can do, then this may be the genre for you! We talk about bands like Slint, Sigur Ros, Mogwai, Godspeed You! Black Emperor and many more! Give it a list...

From Yellowman to Drake, the dancehall genre has been a force not just in the Jamaican music scene, but worldwide as well. In this episode, we trace the origins of dancehall from Jamaica's sound system culture to its current global influence. It's a genre with an impressive history but most importantly, it's a lot of fun! Enjoy :) Playlist of songs: Zungguzungguguzungguzeng - Yellowman Bam Bam - S...

Join us as we take a casual stroll down the memory lanes of 90's Great Britain and explore the iconic Britpop era that defined a generation. We'll delve into the rivalry between Oasis and Blur, the impact of bands like Pulp and Suede, and the cultural significance of this musical movement. Enjoy! Playlist of songs: There She Goes - The La's There's No Other Way - Blur Popscene - Bl...

In this episode we talk about an energetic, synthy and buzzy new sound in hip hop that has been given the name rage rap thanks to Trippie Redd and Playboi Carti's 2021 single. It's super catchy and fun so be sure to give it a listen! Playlist of songs: Easter Sunday - Zelooperz R.I.P. - Playboi Carti Sky - Playboi Carti Stop Breathing - Playboi Carti Miss The Rage (feat. Playboi Carti) - T...

In this episode, we delve into the origins and evolution of soft rock. From its roots in the 1970s to its influence on contemporary music, we explore the artists, songs, and defining characteristics that have shaped this beloved genre. Playlist of songs: Here, There And Everywhere - The Beatles I Love My Dog - Yusuf / Cat Stevens Sweet Caroline - Neil Diamond Everything I Own - Bread Make It with...

Come and explore the soundscapes of the genre known as trip hop. Originating in Bristol, England we discuss the influence of artists like Massive Attack and Portishead and how trip hop emerged as a unique genre blending elements of hip hop, electronica, and downtempo music and can still be heard on the radio today! Playlist of songs: In/Flux - DJ Shadow Unfinished Sympathy - Massive Attack Right H...

Join us as we attempt to find out exactly what art pop is. From artists like The Who, Kate Bush, Bjork and Grimes, this music style is all over the place and encompasses many genres within it. Basically, think of any artist that's weird or artsy - they're probably art pop! Follow us on Instagram @listentoeverything.pod Playlist of songs: Odorono - The Who Virginia Plain - Roxy Music I'...

This episode is all about the British dance genre known as jungle. From its roots in reggae and dub to its evolution in the UK rave scene, we explore how this music became the characteristic sound of urban landscapes in England during the 90s. Join us as we uncover the rich tapestry of sounds that have shaped jungle music into what it is today! Link to 1994 documentary All Black: Jungle Fever: htt...

This episode is all about the blending of two popular music genres: rap and rock. Why did they join forces? Who is leading the rap rock revolution today? We answer these questions and listen to some badass genre bending tracks so tune in! Playlist of songs: The Big Beat - Billy Squier Take The Money And Run - Steve Miller Band World Destruction - Time Zone (Afrika Bambaataa, John Lydon) The Magnif...

From the 60's to the 2000's revival, this genre has been around for decades. We talk about how this genre was the birth of punk rock and how the garage rock revival was the last time rock was considered "cool" (to rock critics). Either way, this genre definitely rocks!! Follow us on instagram (and threads) @listentoeverything.pod Playlist of songs: Rumble - Link Wray Louie Louie...

WHO U WIT? WHERE YA FROM? These are the philosophical underpinnings of the genre known as crunk, its greatest philosopher being Jonathan H. Smith - otherwise known as Lil Jon. In this episode, we talk about the roots of this Southern hip hop genre and how it shares similarities with punk rock? Yes, somehow it does. Tune in to find out how! Playlist of songs: Who U Wit - Lil Jon & The East Side...

In this episode, we explore the origins of hardcore punk and its more egalitarian revival in recent years. We discuss the influential bands and individuals that shaped the genre, as well as the the more diverse and less elitist bands that are leading it today. Playlist of songs: Out of Vogue - The Middle Class Rise Above - Black Flag Joe Mccarthy's Ghost - Minutemen Wild in the Streets - Circl...

This episode is all about the marriage between jazz and rock, aka jazz fusion! Jazz musicians such as Miles Davis saw the popularity of rock and roll and decided to electrify their music. This fusion of rock and jazz has inspired countless other artists and its influence is seen everywhere from smooth jazz to progressive metal. Thank you to one of our listeners for the suggestion! Playlist of song...

We listen to the upbeat, repetitive and bass heavy sounds of the dembow genre this episode. This relatively new music genre from the Dominican Republic, named after a Shabba Ranks song and modeled after its beat, has its stylistic origins in the Jamaican genre of dancehall and is similar to reggaeton but much faster! If you understand Spanish at all or Dominican slang, you'll appreciate the wi...

Come and join us as we listen to noise! Yes that's right, just noise. In this episode we explore the chaotic genres of no wave and noise rock and talk about how Sonic Youth made this genre of music some might call unlistenable into a style that has been replicated in many other indie genres today. Did you know that no wave is also somehow linked to the development of dance music? Tune in to fi...

We listen to the urban sounds of city pop in this episode. This Japanese genre from the 80s has regained popularity in recent years thanks to YouTube and TikTok algorithms that have spawned the birth of new genres that heavily sample city pop songs such as vaporwave and future funk. It is also part of the trend of bringing back old genres of music as we all love that nostalgic feeling, even when i...

We are back with our good friend and guest Carl for this very special episode where we break down the house music genre! Stay tuned to hear Carl's very own house track as well as some classic house tracks. Take a look at the songs we listen to in the playlist below: Playlist of songs: On & On - Jesse Saunders Music Is The Key - Steve "Silk" Hurley Mystery of Love - Mr. Fingers Ac...

Pop punk is making a comeback and we are here to talk about it! This episode is all about the iconic punk subgenre - from the early beginnings in the late 70s and 80s to its revival in the 2020s. It's a longer episode but its a good one, especially since we are joined by Blink-182's number one fan (Drew). Although it is a beloved genre, is pop punk actually considered punk? Tune in for our...

Welcome to a mini-history lesson about the music of Trinidad 🎶. This episode is all about calypso which has a rich history that is evident in many of the songs politically and socially aware lyrical content. It's music you can dance to.. with a message! We listen to all the greats - Calypso Rose, Mighty Sparrow, Lord Kitchener and all of the other Mighty's & Lords and of course Harry...

This is a super special episode that features a very special guest, my very own father!! And what better genre to talk about than one of the ultimate forms of dad rock - progressive rock. We talk about some iconic bands in this episode including Pink Floyd, Jethro Tull, Yes, Genesis, and many more. Some may find the endless compositions pretentious or elitist but what are our opinions? Tune in to...