Ally Hall, Gavin Listro, and Bella Dix break down one song a week and discuss the track's place in the artist's discography, its themes and lyrics, and its personal significance.
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Gavin is on aux this week and brings in his mom to talk about "I Will Follow" by U2. Gavin's mom runs the convo and talks about what the song's impact was like upon its release.
Ally is on aux this week and she harps on her hyperfixation song of the moment: "Back to Oz." We talk about the influence of other media on songwriting, Sufjan Stevens' ties to Michigan, and the exploration of idealism.
Bella is on aux this week and plays "Sunday Morning" by Tyson Motsenbocker. We talk about live performances, personal relationships with songs, and religious influence in music.
Gavin is on aux this week and tries to win Ally over with a COIN song, "You Are the Traffic." We talk COIN's reputation and the merits of writing your own music.
Ally is on aux this week and forces the gang to listen to on of her favorite artists, Elliott Smith. We break down the melancholic heartthrob, why his music is so evergreen, and some modern iterations of his work.
Bella is on aux this week and she takes us through one of her favorites from The Smiths. We talk all things Morrissey and the allure of The Smith's humor.
Gavin is on aux this week discussing "Love Me" by The 1975, a track off of their second album. We break down our history with the group and how they've transformed over the past few albums (for better or for worse).
Ally is on aux this week and leads the discussion about 1996 release "Aeroplane" by Red Hot Chili Peppers. We dive into themes of drug abuse, some details of the song itself, and the cult-like fandom of RHCP.