Mark

Songs That Don't Suck

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"Songs That Don't Suck" is a podcast hosted by an aging GenXer who scours through hundreds of newly released songs each week, seeking fresh artists and sounds to avoid replaying the hits of his youth. Covering all genres from folk to heavy metal, this dedicated music enthusiast navigates through the overwhelming daily deluge of 100,000 new songs, separating the gems from the noise. Tune in weekly to discover standout tracks as Mark unearths the best of the best from the streaming platforms' vast and varied offerings. Looking for music releases that aren't on mainstream radar? Welcome!

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Songs That Don't Suck (S2E3) Cliffnotes - "You are my dancing Virginia in black leather boots" 22.01.2024 13:56

This week I comment on bands that go on hiatus, rather than being brave and breaking up. I also praise the podcast for helping me rediscover a band that went on hiatus and didn't have the common decency to let me know they had returned. I also share with you some new music that reminds me of bands like Foo Fighters, Pink Floyd, Robert Delong and others. Enjoy friends! Connect with Songs That D...

Songs That Don't Suck (S2E2) Cliffnotes - "My heart is almost breaking..." 15.01.2024 16:31

This week I am reminded of my impending mortality by a list of songs turning 40 years old this year and in the process bemoan that within corpse that is MTV... and I've got some new music for you of course. Connect with Songs That Don’t Suck ⁠Website⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ | ⁠Threads⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠ | ⁠TikTok Featured This Week: Kids Wanna Dance Nightingale Glow Give Me A Reason Why Someday,...

Songs That Don't Suck (S2E1) Cliffnotes - "Life's a Bitter Feeling..." 08.01.2024 17:16

This week we compare notes with the big boys from Billboard, Pitchfork, and Vulture to see who had better taste in music (spoiler alert, it's me). We also kick off season 2 with 5 new songs for you to add to your ever growing playlists of Songs That Don't Suck. Connect with Songs That Don’t Suck ⁠Website⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ | ⁠Threads⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠ | ⁠TikTok Featured this week: ELLiS...

Songs That Don't Suck - Episode 50 (Cliff Notes Version) - The Don't Sucky Awards 11.12.2023 27:45

Season 1 comes to close with an awards program like none other on planet earth! In this episode we award the best of the best as found by this podcast across 7 musical genres! Give a listen to hear who came out on top! ⁠The Songs That Don't Suck 2023 Complete Playlist⁠ Season 2 starts on January 8th, 2024 Connect with Songs That Don’t Suck ⁠Website⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ | ⁠Threads⁠ | ⁠Facebo...

Songs That Don't Suck - Episode 49 (Cliff Notes Version) - "I've been sinking in the horoscope, and love is never optional." 06.12.2023 17:03

Songs That Don't Suck - Episode 48 (Cliff Notes Version) - From The Vault... 29.11.2023 19:46

This week, there was nothing I felt was worthy of your ears but that's no reason to not share some amazing music. So, I cracked open the musical vault that is my CD collection and found a bunch of great artists that you are probably not aware of and I'm sharing a few of my favorite songs from them. Voting for the Don't Sucky Awards is open now at ⁠songsthatdontsuck.net⁠ Website: ⁠⁠ht...

Songs That Don't Suck - Episode 47 (Cliff Notes Version) - "Do not bore me with talk of kindness..." 22.11.2023 15:01

This week I relive a revelation I had during my work travels in regards to music and its overall awesomeness. I talk about podcast crossovers with Rock and Roll Autopsy's 100th Episode, as well as my recent appearance on Data+Love, and I share a few new tracks. Website: ⁠ ⁠https://songsthatdontsuck.net⁠ ⁠ Social Media: ⁠ @STDSPodcast ⁠ ( ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠) ⁠ @STDSPodcast ⁠ (Threads) ⁠ ⁠S...

Songs That Don't Suck - Episode 46 (Cliff Notes Version) - "My heart plays the songs of my lost years..." 15.11.2023 15:36

This week we pay tribute to the sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald, talk about the concept of ear worms, name drop a bunch of listeners, and celebrate a successful harvest of new music from this week's new music playlists. Website: ⁠ ⁠https://songsthatdontsuck.net⁠ ⁠ Social Media: @STDSPodcast ( ⁠ ⁠Twitter⁠ ⁠ and ⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠ ) ⁠ ⁠Songs That Don't Suck - The Podcast⁠ ⁠ (Facebook)...

Songs That Don't Suck - Episode 45 (Cliff Notes Version) - "Come take a walk with me down billionaires row" 08.11.2023 15:06

This week I talk about the Beatles new song, Now and Then, I quickly review the Rock Hall Induction Ceremony for the class of 2023, and I've got a handful a new songs for you to check out as always. Website: ⁠ ⁠https://songsthatdontsuck.net⁠ ⁠ Social Media: @STDSPodcast ( ⁠ ⁠Twitter⁠ ⁠ and ⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠ ) ⁠ ⁠Songs That Don't Suck - The Podcast⁠ ⁠ (Facebook) ⁠ Songs That Don’t Suck...

Songs That Don't Suck - Episode 44 (Cliff Notes Version) - "I just don’t wanna blow my brains out to Hotel California" 01.11.2023 16:34

This week I'm talking about musical paralysis for those 30 and over, and how this podcast is fighting like hell to free us of that paralysis. I've got a spooky Halloween cover collaboration by a guy in a bigfoot suit and a 5000 year old band, and I've got a hand full of new songs for you. Website: ⁠ ⁠https://songsthatdontsuck.net⁠ ⁠ Social Media: @STDSPodcast ( ⁠ ⁠Twitter⁠ ⁠ and ⁠...

Songs That Don't Suck - Episode 43 (Cliff Notes Version) - "...we'd learn how our bodies worked" 25.10.2023 16:25

This week I find scientific justification for my disdain of most new music and validation to carry on with the podcast. I've got a personal blast from the past with this week's cover and a handful of new music that doesn't suck. Website: ⁠ ⁠https://songsthatdontsuck.net⁠ ⁠ Social Media: @STDSPodcast ( ⁠ ⁠Twitter⁠ ⁠ and ⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠ ) ⁠ ⁠Songs That Don't Suck - The Podcast⁠...

Songs That Don't Suck - Episode 42 (Cliff Notes Version) - "In the beginning the Universe was created. This has made a lot of people very angry and been widely regarded as a bad move." 18.10.2023 16:45

This week I drop an expletive filled rant about concert crowd based on my latest live music experience. I share college-era throwback in the way of this week's Brain-Bending Cover and, of course, a great handful of new tunes. Website: ⁠https://songsthatdontsuck.net⁠ Social Media: @STDSPodcast ( ⁠Twitter⁠ and ⁠Instagram⁠ ) ⁠Songs That Don't Suck - The Podcast⁠ (Facebook) Songs That D...

Songs That Don't Suck - Episode 41 (Cliff Notes Version) - "All these people want their piece of Earth. Doesn't matter what the cause is worth" 11.10.2023 14:03

This week, I talk about something completely different... classical/symphonic music and a really cool experience I had. I've also got a cover from a 50's hit, and a handful of new music. There is also a poll because one of the songs I was on the fence about... so you tell me, was I right to include it or not? Check the Spotify page for the Poll Question of the week! Website: ⁠https://song...

Songs That Don't Suck - Episode 40 (Cliff Notes Version) - "Your quippy jokes, they mean nothing" 04.10.2023 18:35

This week, I share my latest concert experience which was epic. I share a cover from Guster, and I share a handful of new songs that ends with me ranting about the collapse of humanity... it's good time. Website: ⁠https://songsthatdontsuck.net⁠ Social Media: @STDSPodcast ( ⁠Twitter⁠ and ⁠Instagram⁠ ) ⁠Songs That Don't Suck - The Podcast⁠ (Facebook)

Songs That Don't Suck - Episode 39 (Cliff Notes Version) - “I know that Ringo sometimes wishes he was Paul” 27.09.2023 18:45

This week, I talk about Milli Vanilli and how things have changed since we stopped crucifying artists for lipsynching, share an amazing cover recorded with toy instruments, and a handful of great new songs. Website: ⁠https://songsthatdontsuck.net⁠ Social Media: @STDSPodcast ( ⁠Twitter⁠ and ⁠Instagram⁠ ) ⁠Songs That Don't Suck - The Podcast⁠ (Facebook)

Songs That Don't Suck - Episode 38 (Cliff Notes Version) - "The rot at the roots is the root of the problem, but you wanna blame it on me." 20.09.2023 21:48

This week I talk about a survey which explored music discovery by generations and sources, share a cover from an artist with massive stones, I try and describe Cake, and I share some great new music if I do say so myself. Action packed? I'd say so... Website: ⁠https://songsthatdontsuck.net⁠ Social Media: @STDSPodcast ( ⁠Twitter⁠ and ⁠Instagram⁠ ) ⁠Songs That Don't Suck - The Podcast⁠...

Songs That Don't Suck - Episode 37 (Cliff Notes Version) - 'You know I love getting scared in the woods..." 13.09.2023 14:52

This episode we've got a boat load of Aussie bands, a brain bending mashup/cover and a posthumous release. Featured this week: Old Mervs - Hey Middle Kids - Highlands Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers - Salt The Moss - The Place That Makes Me Happy Jimmy Buffett - Like My Dog Website: ⁠https://songsthatdontsuck.net⁠ Social Media: @STDSPodcast ( ⁠Twitter⁠ and ⁠Instagram⁠ ) ⁠Songs That Don&...

Songs That Don't Suck - Episode 36 (Cliff Notes Version) - "Contented to be living and dying in three quarter time" - A Tribute to Jimmy Buffett 06.09.2023 13:36

This week I take a pause from new releases to reflect on an artist that has meant so much to me over the last 30 years. I'm sharing stories and thoughts about songs you don't know by heart, and probably my most awkward encounter with a celebrity... the one and only Jimmy Buffett. Website: ⁠https://songsthatdontsuck.net⁠ Social Media: @STDSPodcast ( ⁠Twitter⁠ and ⁠Instagram⁠ ) ⁠Songs...

Songs That Don't Suck - Episode 35 (Cliff Notes Version) - "Back in the city, cold Eyes and Lips of Dust" 30.08.2023 13:19

This week, I dive in to the music disrupter that is TikTok, share a cover from Small Town Titans, and of course a few new tracks for your playlists. Featured this week: Turnpike Troubadours - A Cat in the Rain Royal Tusk - Head Up Cam Cole - Know What I Mean The Paper Kites - June's Stolen Car The Last Dinner Party - Sinner Website: ⁠https://songsthatdontsuck.net⁠ Social Media: @STDSPodcast...

Songs That Don't Suck - Episode 34 (Cliff Notes Version) - "My sense of rejection is no excuse for my behavior” 23.08.2023 13:56

This week I mark a GenX Milestone, review another concert I recently attended and was gushing like a fanboy, and I've got more new music as always. Featured this week: Guns-n-Roses - Perhaps The Grogans - I Cannot Read Your Mind HAWXX - Embrace The Ugly Des Rocks - I Am The Lightning The Bites - Good Love Website: ⁠https://songsthatdontsuck.net⁠ Social Media: @STDSPodcast ( ⁠Twitter⁠ and ...

Songs That Don't Suck - Episode 33 (Cliff Notes Version) - "I don't want to turn to the light, don't pray for me, don't waste your time" 16.08.2023 13:37

This week I've got a quick concert review, an audience submission of a brain bending cover and of course, 5 new tracks for your ears to consume. Featured this week: Royal Blood - Pull Me Through Electric Enemy - Panic Twin Temple - Burn Your Bible Nothing But Thieves - Tomorrow is Closed The Sherlocks - Louder Than Words Website: ⁠https://songsthatdontsuck.net⁠ Social Media: @STDSPodca...

Songs That Don't Suck - Episode 32 (Cliff Notes Version) - "I'd laugh until I'd die If it wasn't my life" 09.08.2023 14:03

This week I share some music news worth sharing, complain about artist bios and share a handful of great songs released in the last week. I mentioned the Wild Feathers new release on Bandcamp, so as promised, here is the link to check that out Featured this week: Brenn! - Valapriso Wilco - Evicted The Pale White - Validate Me Mom Rock - Close Your Eyes The Rolling People - Disguise Website: ...

Songs That Don't Suck - Episode 31 (Cliff Notes Version) - "Pulling Hell off from it's hinges" 02.08.2023 16:49

This week Jenna joins the podcast to talk about a recent live show we attended... we aren't naming names, but it wasn't pretty. I've also got a genre buffet of music for you so check it out! Featuring: Cecelia Castleman - It's Alright Cherry Poppin' Daddies - Lowdown Appreciator The Wans - Too High The Cold Stares - Cross the Line Tyler Childres - In Your Love Website : ⁠...

Songs That Don't Suck - Episode 30 (Cliff Notes Version) - It Finally Happened... 26.07.2023 15:10

I called my shot back in episode 9, so this week I've got a special treat for you, my loyal listener. This week I retrace my steps during the late 90s and talk about how one band lead to a dozen more thanks to an amazing fan base. This week you'll hear music from Moxy Fruvous, Great Big Sea, Carbon Leaf, Guster and Eddie from Ohio Website: ⁠https://songsthatdontsuck.net⁠ Social Media: @STDSPodcas...

Songs That Don't Suck - Episode 29 (Cliff Notes Version) - "It's so hard to love when you're dying in an empty room" 19.07.2023 13:21

This week I'm reflecting on how the next 10 years are gong to suck, I share a cover that might be better than the original and a handful of great tracks to add to your playlists this week. Featuring: Dan Auerbach - Every Chance I Get (I Want You in the Flesh) Boskay - Heresy Greensky Bluegrass - Congratulations and Condolences DURRY - I ’m Fine (No really) Spanish Love Songs - Pendulum We...