In celebration of Women’s History Month, Matt and Ryan dive deep into one of the most influential albums of all time: The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill. We break down the seamless blend of neo-soul, hip-hop, and reggae, exploring how Hill’s raw honesty and soulful arrangements redefined the musical landscape. From the iconic classroom interludes to the chart-topping singles, we provide a full track-by-track review and discuss the enduring legacy of Lauryn Hill.

Listen to the album:

https://open.spotify.com/album/1BZoqf8Zje5nGdwZhOjAtD

https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-miseducation-of-lauryn-hill/1276760743?ls

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_lRo6wUst04Buqa-V-E55zmc2Dl_571ROs&si=6l-6qDqvc1Y1ZJ0r

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Episode Timestamps

00:00 Intro

02:13 Last Week Recap

04:32 What is a Lauryn Hill?

16:55 Intro/Lost Ones

27:05 Ex-Factor

34:22 To Zion (featuring Carlos Santana)

40:44 Doo Wop (That Thing)

50:37 Superstar

57:29 Final Hour

01: 04:20 When It Hurts So Bad

01:10:14 Ways to Support the Show

01:14:31 I Used to Love Him (featuring Mary J. Blige)

01:19:28 Forgive Them Father

01:24:36 Every Ghetto, Every City

01:31:49 Nothing Even Matters (featuring D'Angelo)

01:37:39 Everything Is Everything

01:43:46 The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill

01:49:43 Can't Take My Eyes Off You

01:53:37 Tell Him

01:59:20 Overall Thoughts, Ratings and Next Album Recommendations

02:09:23 Next Week's Review

Does Reba’s 21st studio album hold up? This week, Matt and Ryan celebrate Women's History Month by reviewing the 1996 hit What If It’s You. From its Billboard chart dominance to Reba’s bold choice to ditch session musicians for her own band, there is plenty to discuss. Join the guys as they go track-by-track through one of country music’s most enduring voices.

Listen to the album:

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_kUn4B7aBthZ1bzrzE4XBZ6UrwuB6aAeNI&si=wEtqPZQzpdQhPu9D

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Episode Timestamps

00:00 Intro

03:11 Last Week Recap

05:35 What is a Reba McEntire?

21:42 How Was I To Know

29:39 The Fear of Being Alone

36:51 What If It's You

44:09 I'd Rather Ride Around With You

54:16 It Don't Matter

59:10 Ways to Support the Show

01:04:14 State of Grace

01:12:19 Close to Crazy

01:20:31 She's Callin' It Love

01:27:57 Just Looking for Him

01:33:15 Never Had a Reason To

01:41:11 Overall Thoughts, Ratings and Next Album Recommendations

01:49:02 Next Week's Review

On this week’s episode, Matt and Ryan finish off their celebration of Black History Month with a review of Heavy Heavy by Young Fathers. Stripping back the polish for a more "back-to-basics" approach, this 2023 Mercury Prize-nominated project is a kaleidoscopic blend of soul, trip-hop, and African-inspired rhythms. The Scottish trio explores themes of joy, struggle, and heritage through a wall of gritty, lo-fi sound, ranging from the gospel-infused energy of "Geronimo" to the pounding, rhythmic drive of "I Saw." Tune in to hear what Matt and Ryan have to say about the album!

Listen to the album:

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_kTQ2iUqJ7Z5zV2FA52gwuh_Sdow-bgvrQ&si=C6cooG_aQpBlu2O8

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Ryan's Vinyl Collection

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Episode Timestamps

00:00 Intro

03:34 Last Week Recap

06:47 What is a Young Fathers?

17:11 Rice

24:55 I Saw

32:41 Drum

39:24 Tell Somebody

45:59 Geromino

52:42 Ways to Support the Show

58:48 Shoot Me Down

01:06:42 Uluation

01:14:24 Sink Or Swim

01:21:52 Holy Moly

01:27:24 Be Your Lady

01:35:11 Overall Thoughts, Ratings and Next Album Recommendations

01:42:52 Next Week's Review

On this week’s episode, Matt and Ryan continue their celebration of Black History Month with a review of Straight Outta Compton by N.W.A. Featuring several controversial tracks, this album put West Coast hip-hop on the map and redefined the genre. The group’s confrontational lyrics led to intense opposition from law enforcement and media outlets; MTV banned the "Straight Outta Compton" music video, and some police officers even refused to provide security at their shows. Tune in to hear what the guys have to say about this groundbreaking album!

Listen to the album:

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_kpnXtWauesEgVIWmv9So8swX3K1p54kkk&si=NuDsbsFdD0VGYAWo

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Ryan's Vinyl Collection

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Episode Timestamps

00:00 Intro

02:26 Last Week Recap

04:38 What is a N.W.A.?

15:05 Straight Outta Compton

27:17 Fuck tha Police

38:11 Gangsta Gangsta

46:59 If It Ain't Ruff

52:49 Parental Discretion Iz Advised

59:55 8 Ball (Remix)

01:07:44 Something Like That

01:12:37 Ways to Support the Show

01:18:18 Express Yourself

01:25:23 Compton's N The House (Remix)

01:31:29 I Ain't Tha 1

01:39:10 Dopeman (Remix)

01:44:07 Quiet on tha Set

01:50:15 Something 2 Dance 2

01:57:24 Overall Thoughts, Ratings and Next Album Recommendations

02:05:34 Next Week's Review

On this week’s episode, Matt and Ryan continue their celebration of Black History Month with a review of Bartees Strange’s Live Forever. After being named a Stereogum "Artist to Watch" in 2020, Strange released this debut to universal acclaim. Featuring a blend of hip-hop, indie rock, and jazz, it’s a record that defies genre. Tune in to hear the guys' full breakdown!

Listen to the album:

https://barteesstrange.bandcamp.com/album/live-forever

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Ryan's Vinyl Collection

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Episode Timestamps

00:00 Intro

02:42 Last Week Recap

05:54 What is a Bartees Strange?

20:49 Jealousy

29:09 Mustang

39:27 Boomer

47:30 Free Kelly Rowland (feat. Armand Hammer)

57:03 In A Cab

01:02:03 Stone Meadows

01:10:48 Ways to Support the Show

01:16:03 Flagey God

01:21:57 Mossblerd

01:29:06 Far

01:36:35 Fallen for You

01:44:55 Ghostly

01:51:23 Overall Thoughts, Ratings and Next Album Recommendations

01:59:31 Next Week's Review

On this week's episode, Matt and Ryan kick off Black History Month by reviewing Stevie Wonder's Innervisions. This album is regarded as the final transition point that moved Wonder from "Little Stevie Wonder" into a more musically mature artist. Boasting massive singles such as "Higher Ground" and "Living for the City," the record saw tremendous success, including winning the Grammy Award for Album of the Year in 1974. Check out what the guys have to say about the album!

Listen to the album:

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_lhH2tH_BEiKMkDmYqfFQqzNTo7C_qf0FE&si=prmNG2rL1mWwFYLa

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https://www.amazon.com/Innervisions-Reissue-Stevie-Wonder/dp/B000V63D02

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Ryan's Vinyl Collection

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Episode Timestamps

00:00 Intro

03:15 Last Week Recap

06:49 What is a Stevie Wonder?

19:27 Too High

27:30 Visions

34:41 Living for the City

46:36 Golden Lady

51:50 Ways to Support the Show

58:24 Higher Ground

01:06:05 Jesus Children of America

01:11:59 All in Love Is Fair

01:19:23 Don't You Worry 'Bout a Thing

01:24:02 He's Misstra Know-It-All

01:32:11 Overall Thoughts, Ratings and Next Album Recommendations

01:41:02 Next Week's Review

On this week's episode, Matt and Ryan get ready for the Super Bowl by diving into Bad Bunny’s 2022 Un Verano Sin Ti. Following the massive success of his first three albums, this record made history as the first Spanish-language album ever nominated for the Grammy for Album of the Year. Check out what the guys have to say about this groundbreaking release!

Correction Note: In this episode, Ryan translated "Un Verano Sin Ti" as "A Sunday Without You." After double-checking, the actual meaning is "A Summer Without You." Our apologies for the mix-up! Please keep that in mind as you listen to the breakdown.

Listen to the album:

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_l3rT1z1t11Pn6CugxRd3ZxQQOpWGqzUMU&si=9YqxQyDPmLi5lfYo

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Ryan's Vinyl Collection

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Episode Timestamps

00:00 Intro

03:05 Last Week Recap

05:31 What is a Bad Bunny?

21:05 Moscow Mule

27:32 Después de la Playa

33:24 Me Porto Bonito

39:31 Tití Me Preguntó

45:36 Un Ratito

48:55 Yo No Soy Celoso

54:15 Tarot

59:07 Neverita

01:02:55 La Corriente

01:07:30 Efecto

01:11:23 Party

01:16:40 Aguacero

01:20:41 Ways to Support the Show

01:25:01 Enséñame a Bailar

01:29:29 Ojitos Lindos

01:35:04 Dos Mil 16

01:39:44 El Apagón

01:45:28 Otro Atardecer

01:49:42 Un Coco

01:53:37 Andrea

01:59:10 Me Fui de Vacaciones

02:02:57 Un Verano Sin Ti

02:06:16 Agosto

02:08:46 Callaíta

02:12:09 Overall Thoughts, Ratings and Next Album Recommendations

02:19:28 Next Week's Review

This week, Matt and Ryan review the 1997 album The Fourth World by Kara’s Flowers—the band that would later become Maroon 5. Working with famed producer Rob Cavallo, the group crafted a unique blend of pop, rock, and punk. Tune in to hear the guys' take on this piece of alt-rock history!

Listen to the album:

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mm2kkZTn--ZvCC6_0Bdwr-D57Pn-GU49A&si=_YRCdmdzJbJDm9aj

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https://www.amazon.com/Fourth-World-Karas-Flowers/dp/B0002234ZY

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Ryan's Vinyl Collection

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Episode Timestamps

00:00 Intro

02:51 Last Week Recap

05:54 What is a Kara's Flowers?

20:31 Soap Disco

31:33 Future Kid

40:08 Myself

49:11 Oliver

55:06 The Never Saga

01:03:18 Loving The Small Time

01:11:05 Ways to Support the Show

01:16:30 To Her, With Love

01:25:24 Sleepy Windbreaker

01:32:02 Pantry Queen

01:41:17 My Ocean Blue

01:48:12 Captain Splendid

01:55:19 Overall Thoughts, Ratings and Next Album Recommendations

02:03:46 Next Week's Review