Hey, Listen to This!

Matt Drzik and Ryan Kearns
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Hey, Listen to This! is a music podcast hosted by two best friends who love to talk about music.

  1. Live Forever by Bartees Strange Album Review

    4D AGO

    Live Forever by Bartees Strange Album 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 Purchase the album: https://barteesstrange.bandcamp.com/album/live-forever If you love what you hear, please give us a five-star rating and share the episode with a friend! Have an idea for a future episode? Drop us a line at ttheylisten@gmail.com. Connect with Us! * Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ttheylisten.bsky.social * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ttheylisten/ * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ttheylisten * Threads: https://www.threads.net/@ttheylisten Ryan's Vinyl Collection Explore Ryan's full collection on Discogs: https://www.discogs.com/user/rjk3168/collection 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

    2h 3m
  2. Innervisions by Stevie Wonder Album Review

    FEB 7

    Innervisions by Stevie Wonder Album 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 Purchase the album: https://www.amazon.com/Innervisions-Reissue-Stevie-Wonder/dp/B000V63D02 If you love what you hear, please give us a five-star rating and share the episode with a friend! Have an idea for a future episode? Drop us a line at ttheylisten@gmail.com. Connect with Us! * Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ttheylisten.bsky.social * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ttheylisten/ * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ttheylisten * Threads: https://www.threads.net/@ttheylisten Ryan's Vinyl Collection Explore Ryan's full collection on Discogs: https://www.discogs.com/user/rjk3168/collection 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

    1h 45m
  3. Un Verano Sin Ti by Bad Bunny Album Review

    JAN 31

    Un Verano Sin Ti by Bad Bunny Album 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 Purchase the album: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B4KFSLVW/ref=dm_rwpmb_pur_lnd_albm_unrg If you love what you hear, please give us a five-star rating and share the episode with a friend! Have an idea for a future episode? Drop us a line at ttheylisten@gmail.com. Connect with Us! * Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ttheylisten.bsky.social * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ttheylisten/ * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ttheylisten * Threads: https://www.threads.net/@ttheylisten Ryan's Vinyl Collection Explore Ryan's full collection on Discogs: https://www.discogs.com/user/rjk3168/collection 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

    2h 23m
  4. The Fourth World by Kara's Flowers Album Review

    JAN 24

    The Fourth World by Kara's Flowers Album 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 Purchase the album: https://www.amazon.com/Fourth-World-Karas-Flowers/dp/B0002234ZY If you love what you hear, please give us a five-star rating and share the episode with a friend! Have an idea for a future episode? Drop us a line at ttheylisten@gmail.com. Connect with Us! * Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ttheylisten.bsky.social * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ttheylisten/ * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ttheylisten * Threads: https://www.threads.net/@ttheylisten Ryan's Vinyl Collection Explore Ryan's full collection on Discogs: https://www.discogs.com/user/rjk3168/collection 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

    2h 7m
  5. The Life of a Showgirl by Taylor Swift Album Review

    JAN 17

    The Life of a Showgirl by Taylor Swift Album Review

    This week, Matt and Ryan dive into Taylor Swift's latest, The Life of a Showgirl. Recorded during the whirlwind of The Eras Tour, this 2025 follow-up to The Tortured Poets Department marks a distinct pivot for Swift. Seeking to move in a new direction, Taylor has delivered a project that feels exceptionally focused and polished. Tune in to hear the full review! Listen to the album: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_lLig7V9Ci6lls-9a4S4QKF8vtafXp7xpU&si=hm7E5DJrd-mxHDzb Purchase the album: https://store.taylorswift.com/collections/all-music If you love what you hear, please give us a five-star rating and share the episode with a friend! Have an idea for a future episode? Drop us a line at ttheylisten@gmail.com. Connect with Us! * Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ttheylisten.bsky.social * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ttheylisten/ * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ttheylisten * Threads: https://www.threads.net/@ttheylisten Ryan's Vinyl Collection Explore Ryan's full collection on Discogs: https://www.discogs.com/user/rjk3168/collection Episode Timestamps 00:00 Intro 03:37 Last Week Recap 07:11 What lead Taylor Swift to The Life of a Showgirl? 22:34 The Fate of Ophelia 31:56 Elizabeth Taylor 40:34 Opalite 48:00 Father Figure 58:16 Eldest Daughter 01:07:46 Ruin The Friendship 01:16:48 Ways to Support the Show 01:22:20 Actually Romantic 01:34:08 Wi$h Li$t 01:43:11 Wood 01:52:17 CANCELLED! 02:01:38 Honey 02:06:57 The Life of a Showgirl (feat. Sabrina Carpenter) 02:16:02 Overall Thoughts, Ratings and Next Album Recommendations 02:26:16 Next Week's Review

    2h 29m
  6. Double Infinity by Big Thief Album Review

    JAN 10

    Double Infinity by Big Thief Album Review

    This week, Matt and Ryan review Big Thief’s 2025 album, Double Infinity, the highly anticipated follow-up to their 2022 breakthrough Dragon New Warm Mountain I Believe in You. With Double Infinity, the group sought to expand their sound by incorporating elements of trance, drone, and textural experimentation, with arrangements designed to allow for space and gradual development. Tune in to hear what the guys have to say about the album! Listen to the album: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mltcJtWtLrfQ3OfMShXwkOVRPdEegNUn4&si=F7mAGHIsRCamrrJr Purchase the album: https://bigthief.bandcamp.com/album/double-infinity If you love what you hear, please give us a five-star rating and share the episode with a friend! Have an idea for a future episode? Drop us a line at ttheylisten@gmail.com. Connect with Us! * Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ttheylisten.bsky.social * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ttheylisten/ * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ttheylisten * Threads: https://www.threads.net/@ttheylisten Ryan's Vinyl Collection Explore Ryan's full collection on Discogs: https://www.discogs.com/user/rjk3168/collection Episode Timestamps 00:00 Intro 02:48 Last Week Recap 07:40 What is a Big Thief? 23:30 Incomprehensible 34:01 Words 40:38 Los Angeles 49:48 All Night All Day 57:53 Double Infinity 01:05:58 Ways to Support the Show 01:10:36 No Fear 01:22:29 Grandmother (feat. Laraaji) 01:29:06 Happy with You 01:37:16 How Could I Have Known 01:43:36 Overall Thoughts, Ratings and Next Album Recommendations 01:54:02 Next Week's Review

    1h 58m
  7. The Bends by Radiohead Album Review

    JAN 3

    The Bends by Radiohead Album Review

    This week, Matt and Ryan revisit Radiohead’s pivotal 1995 album, The Bends. Following the massive success of their breakout single "Creep," the band found themselves at a crossroads, desperate to outrun the "one-hit wonder" tag. After breaking a creative deadlock on the road, the group emerged with a record that didn't just save their career—it redefined it. Join the guys as they break down this alt-rock classic. Listen to the album:  https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mcdDsRfBo6p9yWwUCOLxjSMVV9sd2LjtU&si=f1R4yC6qjNyto0D4 Purchase the album: https://www.amazon.com/Radiohead-Bends-Limited-180g-Vinyl/dp/B00MH69U0Q If you love what you hear, please give us a five-star rating and share the episode with a friend! Have an idea for a future episode? Drop us a line at ttheylisten@gmail.com. Connect with Us!  * Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ttheylisten.bsky.social  * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ttheylisten/  * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ttheylisten  * Threads: https://www.threads.net/@ttheylisten Ryan's Vinyl Collection Explore Ryan's full collection on Discogs: https://www.discogs.com/user/rjk3168/collection Episode Timestamps 00:00 Intro 02:22 Last Week Recap 08:26 What is a Radiohead? 29:30 Planet Telex 38:22 The Bends 47:42 High and Dry 55:42 Fake Plastic Trees 01:04:27 Bones 01:10:36 (Nice Dream) 01:19:17 Ways to Support the Show  01:24:33 Just 01:31:35 My Iron Lung 01:38:30 Bullet Proof...I Wish I Was 01:45:55 Black Star 01:52:12 Sulk 01:57:34 Street Spirit (Fade Out) 02:05:41 Overall Thoughts, Ratings and Next Album Recommendations 02:15:51 Next Week's Review

    2h 18m
  8. A Christmas Gift for You from Phil Spector Album Review

    12/27/2025

    A Christmas Gift for You from Phil Spector Album Review

    For this week’s episode, Matt and Ryan shake off their holiday hangovers by deep-diving into A Christmas Gift for You from Phil Spector. The album was conceived while Spector was producing The Ronettes' hit "Be My Baby." Aiming to apply his legendary "Wall of Sound" to holiday classics, Spector created what many consider the definitive versions of Christmas standards. Listen in to hear what Matt and Ryan have to say about this record! Listen to the album: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLL-NbN8uTOighonNOY1keK0f0jPkqjYzm&si=176wP65pWhaNbgoB Purchase the album: https://www.amazon.com/Christmas-Gift-You-Phil-Spector/dp/B002N1AEV4 If you love what you hear, please give us a five-star rating and share the episode with a friend! Have an idea for a future episode? Drop us a line at ttheylisten@gmail.com. Connect with Us! * Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ttheylisten.bsky.social * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ttheylisten/ * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ttheylisten * Threads: https://www.threads.net/@ttheylisten Ryan's Vinyl Collection Explore Ryan's full collection on Discogs: https://www.discogs.com/user/rjk3168/collection Episode Timestamps 00:00 Intro 03:13 Last Week Recap 07:06 What is a Phil Spector? 20:16 White Christmas 26:14 Frosty the Snowman 31:53 The Bells of St. Mary's 38:06 Santa Claus Is Coming to Town 44:40 Sleigh Ride 51:46 Marshmallow World 57:47 Ways to Support the Show 01:02:24 I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus 01:09:06 Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer 01:15:33 Winter Wonderland 01:21:11 Parade of the Wooden Soldiers 01:28:20 Christmas (Baby Please Come Home) 01:36:56 Here Comes Santa Claus 01:42:05 Silent Night 01:47:19 Overall Thoughts, Ratings and Next Album Recommendations 01:57:09 Next Week's Review

    2h 3m
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Hey, Listen to This! is a music podcast hosted by two best friends who love to talk about music.

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  • Creator
    Matt Drzik and Ryan Kearns
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    122
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Matt Drzik and Ryan Kearns
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