New Rory & MAL

Episode 208 | Reviewing The Drake Reviews

Oct 10, 2023

The podcast discusses various topics including a recent incident involving Azealia Banks, thoughts on Drake's album, and their opinions on Candace Owens. They delve into the songs on Drake's album, debate fair consumer expectations for artists, and discuss criticisms of Drake's music. They also talk about Drake's unique doorbell bust of 21 Savage and speculate on his Grammy wins and collaboration possibilities. The hosts share controversial thoughts on Candace Owens and discuss career advice for a burnt out Dairy Queen manager.

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Quick takeaways

The album 'For All The Dogs' by Drake explores two main themes: materialistic wealth and failed relationships, showcasing his lavish lifestyle and highlighting heartbreak and betrayal in romantic entanglements.

The album received mixed reactions from listeners, with some praising the catchy melodies and relatable lyrics, while others criticize the lack of growth and maturity in Drake's content, reflecting high expectations placed on him as an influential artist.

Critics argue that the album lacks artistic growth, with songs following familiar patterns and topics already explored by Drake in previous projects, highlighting the absence of new creative directions or boundary-pushing experimentation.

There is a sentiment among certain listeners that Drake should take a break from releasing music, allowing him to recharge creatively and delve into new subject matter that reflects his current stage in life, such as fatherhood or personal growth.

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Content focus on materialistic wealth and failed relationships

The album primarily revolves around two main themes: the celebration of materialistic wealth, showcasing Drake's lavish lifestyle and financial success, and the exploration of failed relationships, emphasizing the heartbreak and betrayal experienced in romantic entanglements.

Introduction

4min

Reactions to Azealia Incident and Thoughts on Drake's Album

14min

Assessing Drake's Recent Album

29min

Thoughts on Drake's Album and Fair Consumer Expectations

4min

Drake's Album and the Criticisms

19min

Drake's Doorbell Gate and the Bust of 21 Savage

2min

Drake's Grammy Wins and Collaboration Speculations

8min

Controversial Thoughts on Candace Owens

6min

Drake's Calls and 'the boy' Reference

6min

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Career Advice for Burnt Out Dairy Queen Manager

19min

It’s been a weekend of podcast beef. First we get reviewed by Azealia Banks. Then it’s time to get into our thoughts on ‘For All The Dogs’. Rory and Mal disagree on the album. We go in depth on features, sequencing, comparing it to his discography, etc. Then it’s time to talk about Drake’s comments about the other pod, which leads to another interesting discussion. In more music news, Rory went to North Carolina over the weekend for Little Brother’s Block Party. Somehow Mal asks us about our thoughts on Candace Owens. It’s time for voicemails. We help give today’s caller career advice. Tune in as the guys discuss all of this + more!

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