In this episode, Anthony Fantano joins the hosts to discuss how his music rotation changes with the seasons and the challenges of finding new music to review. They explore instrumental music and share recommendations in jazz, EDM, and rock. They also discuss Duran Jones and the Indications' album American Love Call, live music venues, growing up with Amy Winehouse and Britney Spears, and recommend 'I Believe That' by dvsn featuring Mac Miller and Ty Dolla $ign.
Duran Jones and the Indications' album 'American Love Call' offers a modern soul sound with amazing vocals and well-crafted compositions.
The Lemon Twigs' latest album, 'Songs for the General Public,' presents a nostalgic and throwback sound.
Asia's album 'Astro' is a classic 80s progressive rock masterpiece showcasing the band's skillful instrumentation and captivating sound.
Deep dives
Album Recommendation: Duran Jones and the Indications - American Love Call
Duran Jones and the Indications' album 'American Love Call' offers a modern soul sound with amazing vocals and well-crafted compositions. The band, hailing from Indiana, showcases a fusion of rock, blues, and jazz elements throughout the instrumental tracks. Led by vocalist Duran Jones, their sound evokes comparisons to iconic artists like David Ruffin and Al Green. The production on this album features slow and steady tempos, reminiscent of old doo-wop music. With topics ranging from societal issues to heartfelt emotions, 'American Love Call' stands out as a rare and solid modern soul record.
Album Recommendation: The Lemon Twigs - Songs for the General Public
The Lemon Twigs' latest album, 'Songs for the General Public,' presents a nostalgic and throwback sound. This duo from Long Island embraces a kitschy and campy aesthetic, reminiscent of 70s psych pop and glam rock. However, on this record, they delve into the realm of soft rock, which is often overlooked and seen as corny. Yet, their execution is excellent, with well-crafted tunes, string sections, and catchy hooks. 'Songs for the General Public' showcases the band's ability to revive and celebrate a genre that deserves recognition.
Album Recommendation: Asia - Astro
Asia's album 'Astro' is a classic 80s progressive rock masterpiece. The band, featuring drummer Carl Palmer of Emerson Lake and Palmer fame, gained massive popularity. Known for their meticulously orchestrated rock music, Asia delivers quirky yet mesmerizing compositions. 'Astro' is a must-listen for fans of progressive rock, showcasing the band's skillful instrumentation and captivating sound.
Music Recommendations: Jesse Ware's Disco Turn
Jesse Ware, a UK singer known for her pop soul music, has taken a disco turn in her latest record 'That Feels Good.' Embracing old school funk, disco, and Philly soul vibes, the album is bright, fun, and playful. While her previous album 'What's Your Pleasure' had a more sensual and understated vibe, 'That Feels Good' is a collection of dance bangers that are groovy, dancy, and filled with catchy hooks. The record showcases Jesse Ware's versatility and highlights her ability to tap into different genres.
R&B Vibe with Mac Miller: dvsn's 'I Believe That' ft. Mac Miller and Ty Dolla $ign
dvsn's single 'I Believe That' featuring Mac Miller and Ty Dolla $ign is a heartwarming R&B track with a touch of sentimentality. Mac Miller's vocals are reminiscent of his work on 'The Divine Feminine,' delivering warmth and emotion. The production, handled by 1985, incorporates a chopped vocal sample that creates an angelic and warm atmosphere. The song explores the lengths one is willing to go to save a relationship, making it a perfect summer vibe.
For this special episode, we had the pleasure of sitting down with the internet's busiest music nerd, Anthony Fantano and spoke about his music rotation. We also shared what we’ve been listening to and showed each other different songs for the very first time.
