It's Christmas, and we celebrate by not listening to any Christmas albums. Instead we assess the return of Linkin Park with 'From Zero'; just how poppy, Poppy is on 'Negative Spaces'; if the Pixies have still got it on 'The Night to Zombies Came'; to whether ex-Pixie Kim Deal stole it for 'Nobody Loves you More' ; before finishing off with the debut solo album from Chvrches' Lauren Mayberry 'Vicious Creature'. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or ...
Dec 24, 2024•32 min
Join us for another eclectic musical journey as we dive deep into: The Cure's haunting "Songs of a Lost World"; Halsey's introspective "The Great Impersonator"; Cumgirl8's provocative "Eighth Cumming" and Orla Gartland's empowering "Everyone Needs a Hero" From post-punk legends to rising indie stars, we'll explore the sounds, lyrical themes, and any peeves about these four new album releases. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonu...
Nov 15, 2024•37 min
Join us for a deep dive into the latest releases from some of the most iconic and exciting artists in the music industry. In this episode, we'll be dissecting the new albums from David Gilmour, LL Cool J, Doechii, Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds, and Nilufer Yanya. So, whether you're a die-hard fan or just looking to discover new music, tune in to hear our opinions and analysis. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visi...
Oct 13, 2024•36 min
Welcome to the latest episode of "The CTTB Music Podcast," where we dive into the latest and most intriguing releases across the musical landscape. Today, we're exploring a diverse lineup that spans genres and pushes boundaries. We'll start with Eminem's much-anticipated return, "The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grâce)," followed by Speed's high-octane offering, "Only One Mode." Then, we'll shift gears to the introspective sounds of Cassandra Jenkins' "My Light, My Destroyer," before diving into...
Aug 30, 2024•39 min
More podcasting musical delight as we review the third album from Billie Eilish's "Hit Me Hard and Soft,", the mesmerizing beats of Tems' "Born in the Wild," the experimental sounds of Aurora's "What Happened to the Heart," with its ethereal and innovative tracks. Then, we delve into the deeply introspective world of Beth Gibbons' "Lives Outgrown," a journey through personal growth and change expressed through her haunting vocals and atmospheric soundscapes. And we still have time for pop-rockin...
Jul 06, 2024•39 min
Another Podcast featuring two of the biggest artists on the planet Beyonce and Taylor Swift, the return of a much loved dance pop duo – yes, Justice are back, Annie Clark returns with her latest St Vincent incarnation, oh, yeah, and Pet Shop Boys are also back with another album too. Will they ever stop? Listen to us waffle on about all of the above in our usual manner. [Were some sound issues in this episode] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or ...
Jun 09, 2024•46 min
Another month, another five albums to waffle about: Kacey Musgraves - A Deeper Well Judas Priest - Invincible Shield Yard Act - Where's My Utopia The Dandy Warhols - Rockmaker Master Peace - How to a Make a Master Peace This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cttbmusic.substack.com...
Apr 05, 2024•35 min
Join us for 30 minutes whilst we wax lyrical on the latest long-playing releases by: MGMT - Loss of Life Cherym - Take it or Leave it Talk Show - Effigy Chelsea Wolfe - She Reaches Out to She Reaches Out to She Declan McKenna: What Happened to the Beach? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cttbmusic.substack.com...
Mar 07, 2024•24 min
We're back with more ramblings on new album releases. We kick-start the episode with an in-depth review of Casey's rock album 'How to Disappear', exploring its distinct Welsh sound infused with elements of post-hardcore and shoegaze. Moving forward, we immerse ourselves in the UK rap scene through the lens of Unknown T's 'Blood Diamond', an album reflecting his poignant life journey and artistic growth. We then transition to Hermosa's self-titled debut album, highlighting its remarkable 90s shoe...
Feb 11, 2024•29 min
Beginning our new year in tune, we dive into albums from the end of 2023. previous year. This episode of our podcast dissects albums from Baby Queen, Sophie Lloyd, Poppy, Wargasm, Pink Pantheress, and Aesop Rock. We also find time for a year-end celebration of 2023's best albums and look hopefully at what 2024 has in store. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cttbmusic.substack.com...
Feb 02, 2024•36 min
Back again, but this time technical issues meant it was an iphone recording, we also crammed in seven album reviews and the new Beatle's single. Albums reviewed were: Roger Waters - Dark Side of the Moon (Redux) Bergman - Embers The National - Laugh Track The Rolling Stones - Hackney Diamonds Hannah Diamond - Perfect Picture The Anchoress - Versions Hunny - New Planet Heaven Join us for the usual erms and ahhs, stutterings and mutterings, and generally waffling. This is a public episode. If you ...
Nov 14, 2023•52 min
Anyone remember the end of May? We didn't apparently, because after recording this one we kinda forgot about it. Forget Metallica? Forget Susanne Sundfor? I know. Don;t know what happened. Anyone, here it is. Metallica – 72 Seasons Redhook - Postcard from a Living Hell Everything But the Girl – Fuse Esther Rose – Safe to Run The National – First Two Pages of Frankenstein Susanne Sundfor – Blomi This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bo...
Oct 07, 2023•41 min
Yes, yes, we know we haven't posted Podcast Four yet, but Five is one higher than four ... So this time we chat about the following albums: Blur – The Ballard of Darren Olivia Rodrigo – Guts The Pretenders - Relentless Extreme – Rise Be Your Own Pet - Mommy Jaime Branch – Fly or Die Fly or Die Fly or Die ((world war)) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cttbmusic.substack.com...
Oct 05, 2023•46 min
Yes, DM are back. But are they past their sell by date? And are they better than Japanese metal, a new supergroup, or podcast favourites The Hold Steady? Take a listen and find out. Albums reviewed this podcast: Depeche Mode - Memento Mori Baby Metal - The Other One Black Country, New Road - Live at Bush Hall Lana Del Ray - Did you know that there's a tunnel under ocean blvd The Hold Steady - The Price of Progress Boygenius - the record This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this...
Apr 21, 2023•41 min
People keep telling us Hamish Hawk is the next big thing. Is he? We review his latest as well as dipping our toes into K-pop, the Go Team, Paramore, Young Fathers and see if there is more than just Friday to Rebecca Black. We Review: - Hamish Hawk - Angel Numbers Young Fathers - Heavy Heavy Paramore - This is Why The Go Team - Get Up Sequences - Part Two Rebecca Black - Let her Burn GOT the Beat - Stamp on it This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or g...
Mar 16, 2023•41 min
First podcast on 2023. It was a Saturday. Unheard of on this podcast. Despite this, we shared our thoughts on the following new releases: Billy Nomates - Cacti Belle & Sebastian - Late Developers Margot Price - Strays Rozi Plain - Prize Clavvish - Rap Game Awful VV - Neon Noir This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cttbmusic.substack.com...
Feb 15, 2023•37 min
Of course we have enough battery to capture the whole ep.... Join us as we chat about :- Beyoncé – RENAISSANCE Lizzo – ‘Special’ Danger Mouse & Black Thought - Cheat Codes Rico Nasty – Las Ruinas Pale Waves – unwanted Loudon Wainwright III - Lifetime Achievement This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cttbmusic.substack.com...
Sep 25, 2022•43 min
Thanks to all the artist this podcast for making 'traditional albums' by which we mean 45mins or shorter. We love you. Also it is an all female (bar two token males in Mint Green) musical cast this month, as we review: Nova Twins - Supernova Grace Ives - Janky Star Tate McCrae - I used to think i could fly Lykke li - Eyeeye Mint Green - All girls go to heaven Rosie Carney - I wanna feel happy This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonu...
Aug 16, 2022•32 min
The one where Scott mislays his notes for the Halestorm album and is somewhat confused and panicked. Not change there, then. This month we review:- Arcade Fire - We Sigrid - How to let go Dubstar - Two Halestorm - Back from the dead Sunflower Bean - Headful of sugar Tears for Fears - The Tipping point This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cttbmusic.substack.com...
Jun 19, 2022•41 min
So, we seemed to have not done an end of 2021 - what's the best album of the year podcast, so last month, we did this one. Who wll be the 2021 CTTB album of the year? Kacey Musgraves? The Hold Steady? Chvrches? Halsey? John Grant? Wolf Alice? Joy Crookes? Listen and find out. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cttbmusic.substack.com...
Jun 19, 2022•18 min
I know it looked like we'd gone away, but we are still here: still listening, still talking, still stuttering (well one of us is). Here is what we are talking about this podcast. Wet Leg – Wet Leg Duran Duran – Future Past Sault – Air Yard Act -The Overload Rolo Tomassi - Where Myth Becomes Memory Frank Turner - 'FTHC' This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cttbmusic.substack.com...
May 04, 2022•51 min
Yes. It is not the end. We will be back in May 2022. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cttbmusic.substack.com
Apr 22, 2022•28 sec
Will it be the Bub? or Kacey? or Someone ... new? Yes, as it is that time of year, we are ignoring all things festive and just catching up some albums we missed instead. Little Sims - Sometimes I Might be Introverted Olivia Ridrigo - Sour Dry Cleaning - New Long Leg Low - Hey What And for those few of you who listen to us regularly, or even occassionally, thanks for doing so. We do it for fun, but it is nice that someone other than us listens! Merry Christmas & A Happy and Healthy 2022 This ...
Dec 29, 2021•31 min
We seem to be running out of time for podcasts and are also now back to not even being in the same room. Was it miscial differences you ask. Let's find out as we talk: - Adele - 30 Damon Albarn - The nearer the fountain, more pure the stream flows Abba - Voyage Megan Thee Stallion - Something for the Hooties Self Esteem - Prioritise Pleasure Limp Bizkit - Still Sucks This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cttbmusi...
Dec 22, 2021•41 min
Some previously big CTTB podcast hitters on this episode. Can they continue to keep us engaged or have the love affairs ended. Listen to find out as we review: - Kacey Musgraves - Star Crossed Chvrches - Screen Violence Halsey - If I can't have love, I want Power Poppy - Flux Joy Crookes - Skin Drake - Certified Lover boy This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cttbmusic.substack.com...
Nov 07, 2021•55 min
Once again our heroes are beset with technical difficulties, but still ramble on about: Gary Kemp - Insolo. Soda Blonde - Small Talk. For Those I Love - For Those I love. Clairo - Sling . Dave - We're All Alone in This Together. Marina - Ancient Dreams in a Modern Land This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cttbmusic.substack.com...
Sep 24, 2021•46 min
We are on a bit of a role at the moment. Here's some more ramblings about the following albums: - John Grant - Boy from Michigan The Veronicas - Human Tyler the Creator - Call me if you get lost Pom Pom Squad - Death of a Cheerleader Doja Cat - Planet Her Sault - Nine This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cttbmusic.substack.com...
Jul 23, 2021•44 min
So according to Pete, one of these albums is awesome ... join us as we pass comment on: - Wolf Alice - Blue Weekend The Anchoress - The Art of Losing Bachelor - Doomin Sun Black Midi - Cavalcade The Veronicas - Godzilla Weezer - Van Weezer This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cttbmusic.substack.com...
Jun 25, 2021•27 min
Once more, we are musically all over the place this podcast. Genre hopping good. We review: - Demi Lovoto - Dancing with the Devil The Armed - Ultrapop AJ Tracey - Flu Game Jane Weaver - Flock Julien Baker - Little Oblivions Floating Points, Pharoah Sanders, LSO - Promises This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cttbmusic.substack.com...
May 28, 2021•42 min
Just in time for Easter we return to tell you why you should or shouldn't listen to the following albums - The Hold Steady - Open Door Policy. The Weather Station – Ignorance. Black Country, New Road – For the First Time. Tribulation – Where the Gloom Becomes Sound. Goat Girl – On all Fours. Mogwai - As The Love Continues. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cttbmusic.substack.com...
Apr 01, 2021•40 min
