The Buds Podcast

Kyle and Mike
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From hit singles to deep cuts, Rock n roll to Hiphop. Former bandmates, Mike and Kyle, revisit the albums that inspired countless jam sessions and endless debates. Their chats span equal parts nostalgia, nerdiness, and discovery. Each episode draws listeners to rediscover old favorites, uncover hidden gems, and maybe even find their next obsession. Along the way, you’ll expand your love of music right alongside them—because sometimes the best albums are the ones you didn’t see coming.

Episodes

  1. 6D AGO

    #10 ONE PUNCH: Pixelated Kisses - Joji

    ONE PUNCH is here — short, sharp, and straight to the point. No warm-ups, no context overload. Just one track dropped cold… with one of us fully prepped, and the other stepping in completely blind 👀 This time, it’s “Pixelated Kisses” — glitchy, romantic, late-night energy that feels like falling in love through a screen. Digital spark, hazy textures, and a hook that lingers long after the first spin. One song. One listen. One punch to the ears. And for the first time ever… you can watch it unfold. We're back with another video episode of the podcast, catching every raised eyebrow, every rewind, every “wait—run that back” moment 🎥✨ Hit play, lean into the vibe, and let us know if this one landed for you 🎧💫 Follow / Like / Subscribe: Instagram — @thebudspoduk YouTube — @thebudspodcastuk Email — thebudspodcastuk@gmail.com Hit follow or subscribe to catch more weekly album deep dives, breakdowns, and unapologetic music nerdery.

    8 min

  2. JAN 15

    #9 ONE PUNCH: Blame It On The Moon - Cory Wong

    ONE PUNCH is here — short, sharp, and straight to the point.No warm-ups, no context overload. Just one track dropped cold… with one of us fully prepped, and the other walking in completely blind 👀 This time, it’s “Blame It on the Moon” by Cory Wong — slick, cosmic, groove-heavy, and impossible to sit still to.One song. One listen. One punch to the ears. And for the first time ever… you can watch it happen.This is our first video episode of the podcast, capturing every reaction, every head-nod, every “oh damn” moment 🎥 Hit play, lock into the groove, and tell us if this one landed for you 🎧 Links from the show: Nate Smith (w/ Fearless Flyers) - https://youtu.be/s_voatSul9Y?si=_tfnVcIqla3WjhMU Follow / Like / Subscribe:Instagram — @thebudspodukYouTube — @thebudspodcastukEmail — thebudspodcastuk@gmail.com Hit follow or subscribe to catch more weekly album deep dives, breakdowns, and unapologetic music nerdery.

    11 min

  3. JAN 6

    #8 ONE PUNCH: To Space - Kings Of Leon

    New Year 2026, no easing in. ONE PUNCH is here — short, sharp, and straight to the point. No warm-ups, no context overload, just a single track dropped cold, with one of us knowing exactly what’s coming… and the other completely in the dark 👀 The atmospheric, slow-burn brilliance of “To Space” by Kings Of Leon.One song. One listen. One punch to the ears. Hit play, ring in the new year, and let us know if this one landed for you 🎧✨ Follow / Like / Subscribe:Instagram — @thebudspodukYouTube — @thebudspodcastukEmail — thebudspodcastuk@gmail.com Hit follow or subscribe to catch more weekly album deep dives, breakdowns, and unapologetic music nerdery.

    10 min

  4. 12/22/2025

    #7 ONE PUNCH: Automatic Yes - Zedd (feat. John Mayer)

    It’s Christmas week and we’re coming in hot with a brand new (and shorter) segment: ONE PUNCH! Think quick hits, no filler — just singles that have grabbed us by the collar and refused to let go. Each One Punch episode sees either Mike or Kyle bringing a surprise track to the table… and the other has no idea what’s coming 👀 Up first? The seriously smooth and unexpectedly brilliant “Automatic Yes” by Zedd featuring John Mayer. One song. One listen. One punch to the ears. Hit play, get festive, and let us know if this one landed for you 🎧✨ Follow / Like / Subscribe: Instagram — @thebudspoduk YouTube — @thebudspodcastuk Email — thebudspodcastuk@gmail.com Hit follow or subscribe to catch more weekly album deep dives, breakdowns, and unapologetic music nerdery.

    8 min

  5. 12/17/2025

    #6 LET IT SNOW BABY...LET IT REINDEER - Relient K

    'Tis the season for episode 6! This week by cranking up the pop-punk cheer and diving headfirst into the joyful chaos of Relient K. We’re talking Let It Snow, Baby… Let It Reindeer — the band’s Christmas record that somehow balances heartfelt sincerity, tongue-in-cheek humor, and full-on seasonal nostalgia. It’s fast, it’s melodic, it’s occasionally emotional, and it’s basically the sound of driving around looking at Christmas lights with the windows cracked despite the cold. In this episode, we skate through selected tracks, breaking down everything from the band’s original holiday moments to their energetic, reimagined Christmas classics — all packed with Relient K’s signature hooks, earnest lyrics, and festive pop-punk spirit. If you grew up with this record on repeat every December (or you’re just discovering it now), this one’s for you. Follow/ Like/ Subscribe on Socials:Instagram — @thebudspodukYouTube — / @thebudspodcastukEmail — ⁠thebudspodcastuk@gmail.com⁠ Hit follow/subscribe to catch more weekly album deep dives, breakdowns, and unapologetic music nerdery — with a little pop-punk holiday cheer this week. 🎄🎸

    59 min

  6. 12/08/2025

    #5 IN DECEMBER - Robert Glasper

    We're back with Episode 5! We're getting in the holiday spirit this week where we are cozied up in the warm, soulful, genre-blending world of Robert Glasper. We’re talking In December — Glasper’s beautifully intimate holiday EP that somehow feels nostalgic, comforting, and totally fresh all at once. It’s jazz, it’s R&B, it’s soul… it’s basically the musical equivalent of sitting by the fire with a blanket and a hot drink. In this episode, we wander through the whole record, track by track: Fireside (Intro) God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen / Carol of the Bells (feat. Cynthia Erivo) Make It Home (feat. PJ Morton & Sevyn Streeter) Memories With Mama (feat. Tarriona “Tank” Ball) Joy to the World (feat. Alex Isley) December (feat. Andra Day) Little Drummer Boy (feat. The Baylor Project) Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas (feat. Doobie Powell) Follow Us:Instagram — @thebudspodukYouTube — / @thebudspodcastukEmail — thebudspodcastuk@gmail.com Hit follow/subscribe to catch more weekly album deep dives, breakdowns, and unapologetic music nerdery — with a little holiday sparkle this week. 🎄

    1h 35m

  7. 12/05/2025

    #4 GRACE - Jeff Buckley

    Episode 4 is finally here, and this week we’re diving into the transcendent, emotionally charged world of Jeff Buckley. Buckley’s Grace—his legendary 1994 debut album—remains one of the most beloved and influential records of its era. As we get into on the show, many will know Jeff for his soaring voice, astonishing range, and the haunting cover of “Hallelujah” that reshaped the song for a generation. In this episode, we walk through the entire album, track by track: Mojo PinGraceLast GoodbyeLilac WineSo RealHallelujahLover, You Should’ve Come OverCorpus Christi CarolEternal LifeDream Brother Forget Her Show Links:Jeff Buckley Live at the BBC — https://youtu.be/KOjP1d8WzIg?si=SmuynxPiRFyDWTAL https://youtu.be/o7TuGz5H7kE?si=Qpj_zlGx-hvmGuyg Follow Us:Instagram — @thebudspoduk YouTube — https://www.youtube.com/@TheBudsPodcastUK Email — thebudspodcastuk@gmail.com Hit follow to catch more weekly album deep dives, breakdowns, and unapologetic music nerdery.

    1h 59m

  8. 11/24/2025

    #3 COMIC BOOK COWBOY - Lera Lynn

    Episode 3 is live, and this week we’re stepping into the beautiful, reflective world of Lera Lynn. Lera is a U.S. singer-songwriter whose eighth studio album, Comic Book Cowboy, arrived in 2025. As we get into on the show, many will recognise her haunting work from True Detective Season 2. In this episode, we walk through the entire record, track by track: ​Comic Book Cowboy​Left Turn Lane​Cherry Tree​Both Sides​Beige​Into Nothing​Now That We Hold It All​Same As Hopeless​Digital You​Let Her Go​I Love You​Laundry Show Links: Lera Lynn – https://www.leralynnmerch.com/ Steve Jordan – “Escape (The Piña Colada Song)" Rupert Holmes – https://youtu.be/dGGja0SeYAs?si=pTZYSuMc9CotKPoC Follow Us:Instagram — @thebudspoduk YouTube — https://www.youtube.com/@TheBudsPodcastUK Email — thebudspodcastuk@gmail.com Hit follow to catch more weekly album deep dives, breakdowns, and unapologetic music nerdery.

    1h 43m
  9. #2 BREACH - Twenty One Pilots (Part 2)

    11/17/2025

    #2 BREACH - Twenty One Pilots (Part 2)

    Episode #2 is here! We’re diving right back into the depths of DEMA to finish unpacking BREACH by Twenty One Pilots. In this second half, we’re breaking down the sound, story, and symbolism behind the remaining tracks—and trust us, there’s a lot to uncover. Tracks featured in Part 2: Center Mass, Cottonwood, One Way, Days Lie Dormant, Tally, and Intentions. Show Links: Intentions Reversed:⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?si=MlnwLiJ8OM80S124&v=A4MIOz0l7EE&feature=youtu.be⁠ And the Writer Is... (Podcast):⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/26gzyiPD2ix1VaO1fHDKCk?si=139fcab86fd34355⁠ Follow Us: Instagram — ⁠@thebudspoduk⁠ YouTube — ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@TheBudsPodcastUK⁠ Email: the budspodcastuk@gmail.com Hit follow to catch more weekly album deep dives, breakdowns, and music nerdery.

    1h 44m
  10. #1 BREACH - Twenty One Pilots (Part 1)

    11/10/2025

    #1 BREACH - Twenty One Pilots (Part 1)

    In episode 1 of The Buds Podcast, we dive into BREACH by Twenty One Pilots. We cover a whole lot in this chat: The inspiration behind the album Track-by-track breakdown Production / songwriting / themes Featured tracks in part 1: City Walls, RAWFEAR, Drum Show, Garbage, The Contract, Downstairs & Robot Voices. Show links: - Dema Lore: https://youtu.be/zyXpwQgYOdk?si=x2Uq2nwvmiQ4RotM - City Walls Production: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/5fZugQie3ho - Next Semester Production: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WA7dxFaIDGo Follow us on Socials: Instagram - @thebudspoduk And follow the show for more weekly album deep dives.

    1h 32m
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About

From hit singles to deep cuts, Rock n roll to Hiphop. Former bandmates, Mike and Kyle, revisit the albums that inspired countless jam sessions and endless debates. Their chats span equal parts nostalgia, nerdiness, and discovery. Each episode draws listeners to rediscover old favorites, uncover hidden gems, and maybe even find their next obsession. Along the way, you’ll expand your love of music right alongside them—because sometimes the best albums are the ones you didn’t see coming.

Information

  • Creator
    Kyle and Mike
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    10
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Kyle and Mike
  • Show Website
    The Buds Podcast