Music To Our Ears

Following the terrible hit and run incident that led to the needless death of 20-year-old Nepali student Yubin Tamang, the guys ask why certain voices in the media have been so quiet regarding Ghetts’ charges of death by dangerous driving.  There’s also a review of the best and worst of MJ the Musical, plus time to recount terribly misheard song lyrics. 00:00 Introduction 05:45 Tragic student deat...

Looking back and paying tribute to the music, career and legacy of a modern day soul music great. Michael Archer AKA D'Angelo passed away on October 14th, 2025. 00:00 Remembering D'Angelo: A Tribute to a Legend 02:38 D'Angelo's Impact on Soul Music 04:46 The Evolution of D'Angelo's Music and Image 07:19 Celebrating D'Angelo's Albums: Brown Sugar and Voodoo 10:07 Ico...

Who has the most annoying voice in R&B? Drew and Lou share their picks and get into a heated debate. They also discuss Timbaland's plans for an AI takeover, the end of MTV, Tim Westwood facing a raft of charges and Saweetie turning Jadon Sancho into a "client". Podcast intro and outro music credit: 'Truckee' by Otis McDonald YouTube | Insta | Twitter: @musicto_ourears 00:...

Drew and Lou return to reflect on the news of Diddy being convicted plus, as Cardi B balances dropping a new album, tour, baby, court case  and multiple diss tracks, they ask whether there’s a more important/entertaining hip-hop artist in the world right now. And what’s been the song of the summer so far? Support the show⁠ Podcast intro and outro music credit: 'Truckee' by Otis McDonald In...

Send us a text Mr Drew and Miss Lou deliver the long overdue countdown of the top 10 greatest 90s R&B groups. This time, rather than putting the list together themselves, they've left the job to AI...and the results are mixed to say the least! There’s also time to reflect on the legacies of some important artists who've recently passed away, including Angie Stone. And what stupidness...

Send us a text Miss Lou and Mr Drew take time to reflect on Kendrick Lamar's sensational Super Bowl performance, plus they discuss how despite taking an almighty L in his rap beef with K Dot, Drake has managed to break more records and hit the top of the charts once again with his new project. There's also time for a quick recap on the recent MOBO awards.   Podcast intro and outro music...

Send us a text This week, Miss Lou represents for the ladies, counting down her top 10 greatest 90s male R&B groups - taking into account among other things, success, influence “foineness”.  Support the show Podcast intro and outro music credit: 'Truckee' by Otis McDonald Insta and Twitter: @musicto_ourears

Send us a text In this episode, Miss Lou and Mr Drew shamelessly take a fantastic theme idea from another podcast (shout out the Bald Brothers) and give it a MTOE spin. We're talking ”White people songs that black people love”!  It’s a debate that takes them down a spiralling rabbit hole and through the decades covering some monumental anthems. Plus, it's been an eventful time in the wee...

Send us a text Mr Drew and Miss Lou give their take on the 50 worst rappers' list, recently published on Worldstar Hip-Hop, and ask among other things...how on earth is Ludacris on that list? There’s also time to look at Ne-Yo’s polygamous life following his trip to Brazil with his THREE girlfriends. Support the show Podcast intro and outro music credit: 'Truckee' by Otis McDonald I...

Send us a text As the charges ramp up against Diddy and the walls close in, Miss Lou and Mr Drew take a look at how things got to this point with the “Diddler” and where he goes from here.  They also pay respects to some big names who have recently passed on…and there’s time to get stuck into the very public and vindictive spat between on-off hip-hop couple Cardi B and Offset. Support the show Pod...

Send us a text Mr Drew and Miss Lou give their take on the great lyrical beef between Kendrick Lamar and Drake - a no-holds-barred clash that escalated rapidly and gripped the attention of the international music world.  There's a discussion about what triggered things and what's been said, as well as the role of Drake’s other hip-hop foes…and why producer Metro Boomin may have ultimatel...

Send us a text Mr Drew and Miss Lou look back on a magical weekend in Paris for Usher’s recent residency. After a bit of je ne sais quoi, it’s back to business for the pair as they prepare once more  to get stuck into the big issues of the day in the urban music world! Among the topics on the agenda this week is a discussion around the people that seriously need checking in on - including Brian Mc...

Send us a text Miss Lou & Mr Drew are back off tour from Munich with their verdict on Chris Brown’s Under The Influence show. With the passing of Bobby Caldwell, they also reveal the artists they had no idea were white and they assess the current media bashing being suffered by Chloe Bailey. Podcast intro music credit: 'Truckee' by Otis McDonald Insta and Twitter: @musicto_ourears Fo...

Send us a text Kanye West is a man with serious issues, so why do people keep giving him a platform? Mr Drew and Miss Lou are here to talk about it. Plus, is it finally time for Lauryn Hill to retire? Podcast intro music credit: 'Truckee' by Otis McDonald Insta and Twitter: @musicto_ourears Follow Mr Drew on Twitch: twitch.tv/djmrdrewuk   Support the show Podcast intro and outro music cr...

Send us a text Mr Drew and Miss Lou reflect on the official guilty verdict for disgraced R&B legend  R. Kelly and what it means for the music. Plus there's a look back at the B.E.T. awards and Usher's tiny desk concert. Podcast intro music credit: 'Truckee' by Otis McDonald  Insta and Twitter: @musicto_ourears Follow Mr Drew on Twitch: twitch.tv/djmrdrewuk   Support the sho...

Send us a text Mr Drew and Miss Lou take a belated look back at the Grammys as Silk Sonic clean up at the biggest music ceremony of the year, plus they welcome back Top Boy. Finally, they ask the question is Trey Songz close to being cancelled? Podcast intro music credit: 'Truckee' by Otis McDonald  Insta and Twitter: @musicto_ourears Follow Mr Drew on Twitch: twitch.tv/djmrdrewuk   Supp...

Send us a text Will Smith succeeded in turning the 2022 Oscars into an instant meme by slapping the holy spirit out of Chris Rock. It was a move so monumental that it bought Miss Lou and Mr Drew out of temporary podcast-retirement to discuss it on the very same day! Podcast intro music credit: 'Truckee' by Otis McDonald  Insta and Twitter: @musicto_ourears Follow Mr Drew on Twitch: www....

Send us a text Kanye West is once again dominating the headlines as things get sour between him and Kim K, whilst he shows off his new Fox. Plus is Muni Long in for the long haul...and how the hell should we be saying her name? Podcast intro music credit: 'Truckee' by Otis McDonald  Insta and Twitter: @musicto_ourears Follow Mr Drew on Twitch: twitch.tv/djmrdrewuk   Support the show Podc...

Send us a text In this latest pod, Mr Drew and Miss Lou get stuck into DaniLeigh and Baby’s recent public marital Instagram clash. There’s also time to discuss Travis Scott’s recent trials,  Faith Evans latest break-uo, the most important new releases…and why Ashanti wants no one to download her first album. Podcast intro music credit: 'Truckee' by Otis McDonald  Insta and Twitter: @musi...

Send us a text It's been a long time, they shouldn't have left you...but Mr Drew and Miss Lou are back up in your area to discuss Drake's long-awaited (and record breaking) new LP Certified Lover Boy (CLB)...Is it his worst yet? And what's with the album cover design? Plus there's time to talk Chloe Bailey and Normani's new image. Podcast intro music credit: 'Tru...

Send us a text Miss Lou and Mr Drew share their views on the Usher comments that left T-Pain on the verge of depression.  And with Father’s Day having passed recently, we ask can sons of hip-hop stars ever continue the rapping legacy of their daddies?…Plus when will Nick Cannon stop having kids?  Finally, there’s time for a quick debate on the question…is R&B really in better shape now than in...

Send us a text Miss Lou and Mr Drew are back on pod duties to discuss some must-see R&B reality TV including a brand new show on BET coming soon to a screen near you. They also discover Miss Lou's hidden talent for doing white Californian girl accents. Podcast intro music credit: 'Truckee' by Otis McDonald  Insta and Twitter: @musicto_ourears, @MistaDrew,  @MissLou On Sunday 30t...

Send us a text Mr Drew is riding solo this week as he shares some quick personal reflections on the life and art of Earl Simmons AKA DMX. The Yonkers rapper who passed away last month made a huge impact on the game and he most certainly made his mark on the charts. But what is his legacy - and can he truly be considered “one of the greatest to ever do it”? Support the show Podcast intro and outro...

Send us a text Ahead of the Music To Our Ears ‘Strictly 90s’ Twitch Raid on Easter Sunday, we’re catching up with 5 incredible DJs from our lineup to hear about what the 90s means to them. As well as being a hip-hop fan with a taste for all things soulful and jazzy, Pittsburgh’s Selecta is a former record shop owner who has a hugely  loyal following on Twitch. Here he lets us in on his love of 90s...

Send us a text Ahead of the Music To Our Ears ‘Strictly 90s’ Twitch Raid on Easter Sunday, we’re catching up with 5 incredible DJs from our lineup to hear about what the 90s means to them. With over 20 years' experience behind the decks, award-winning DJ Guy D’Angelo has made his mark on the club circuit and as an online streamer. Here he explains how COVID has shifted his focus, his journey...