113 episodes
Earbuddies Mat and Tim
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4.8 • 31 Ratings
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Music made them friends; now, it's making them podcasters. Join Mat and Tim at the intersection of music, culture, politics, and jokes.
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113. Rap City: How Hip-Hop Was Made Mainstream (with Alvin Jones)
In this episode, Mat and Tim are joined by Alvin Jones, otherwise known as "The Unseen VJ" – the man who created Rap City, a long-running music video program on BET. He tells the buddies what inspired him to push for greater hip-hop representation on BET in the mid- to late-80s, and reflects on the impact his advocacy has had on the tapestry of hip-hop and rap in the decades since.
FURTHER VIEWING:
The 17th Annual Blacks In Wax: Hip Hop: The Music, The Culture, The Struggle at The Kennedy Center, March 16, 2024
Welcome To Rap City - Three-Part Documentary on BET
SONGS PLAYED:
Excerpt from Rap City, 1990
Excerpt from Blacks In Wax at The Kennedy Center, 2024
Excerpt from Video Soul, 1987
Excerpt from Video Vibrations, 1986
Doug E. Fresh - D.E.F. = Doug E. Fresh
Excerpt from CBS News' coverage of the March on Washington, 1963
Excerpt from Rap City: The Basement
New Edition - Earth Angel
DISCLAIMER:
Under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” of copyrighted material in a manner that constitutes quotation, criticism, review, parody, caricature, pastiche, and other legal copyright exceptions. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise by infringing. -
112. Rhapsody in Blue: The Story of a Song
In this solo ep, Tim talks through the history – and indeed, the controversy – of Rhapsody in Blue by George Gershwin. It's one of the most iconic pieces of American music ever composed. But its origin story is a little complicated. Leave it to Timmy to sort it all out!
SONGS PLAYED:
George Gershwin - Rhapsody in Blue
Eddie Cantor - If You Knew Susie (Like I Know Susie!)
Willie "The Lion" Smith - Keep Your Temper
W.C. Handy - St. Louis Blues
Paul Simon - Crazy Love, Vol. II
Béla Fleck - Rhapsody in Blue(grass)
FURTHER READING:
Arranging Gershwin: Rhapsody in Blue and the Creation of an American Icon by Ryan Bañagale
‘We must face harms done”: Béla Fleck’s defense of George Gershwin’s ‘Rhapsody in Blue’
DISCLAIMER:
Under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” of copyrighted material in a manner that constitutes quotation, criticism, review, parody, caricature, pastiche, and other legal copyright exceptions. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise by infringing. -
111. How Big Vocals Became the Big Game
We could have had it all! In this episode, Mat and Tim get a bit, oh, idk, philosophical, about incredible vocalists. What does our love of great singers say about our entertainment preferences as a culture? Are we prioritizing the right things? Hmm. You'll know in about 59 minutes!
SONGS PLAYED:
Beyoncé - TEXAS HOLD 'EM
Teddy Swims - Lose Control
Adele - Rolling in the Deep
Clay Aiken - Build Me Up Buttercup (from American Idol)
John Legend - All of Me
Carrie Underwood - Church Bells
Carrie Underwood - Blown Away
Kelly Clarkson - What Was I Made For?
Billie Eilish - What Was I Made For?
Teddy Swims - Make You Feel My Love
Queen - Crazy Little Thing Called Love
Chris Stapleton - Tennessee Whiskey
Queen - Don't Stop Me Now
Coldplay - Fix You
DISCLAIMERS:
Under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” of copyrighted material in a manner that constitutes quotation, criticism, review, parody, caricature, pastiche, and other legal copyright exceptions. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise by infringing.
Also, nobody actually sponsors Earbuddies. We're just joking. -
110. Justin Timberlake's Approval Rating
We're bringing buddies back! In this episode, Mat and Tim pore over the life and career of Justin Timberlake – from Mouseketeer to boy band heartthrob to swagged-up solo act and beyond. But what about his gaffes?? And what does the listening public want from JT in this day and age? Folks, you know we've got the answers.
SONGS PLAYED:
The Mickey Mouse Club Theme Song
Justin Timberlake - Always In My Heart
Justin Timberlake - Selfish
Justin Timberlake - My Love
NSYNC - It's Gonna Be Me
Justin Timberlake - Señorita
Justin Timberlake - I'm Lovin' It
Justin Timberlake - SexyBack
Justin Timberlake - What Goes Around... Comes Around
The Lonely Island - D*** in a Box
Justin Timberlake - Suit & Tie
Justin Timberlake - Mirrors
Justin Timberlake - Say Something
Justin Timberlake - Play
Justin Timberlake - Paradise (feat. NSYNC)
DISCLAIMERS:
Under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” of copyrighted material in a manner that constitutes quotation, criticism, review, parody, caricature, pastiche, and other legal copyright exceptions. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise by infringing. -
109. Irish Music: An Emotional Theory
Come out, ye buddies fans! Matty's on the mic for a solo episode of Earbuddies in which he discusses Irish music and culture. Why do we Americans love St. Patrick's Day so much? What's going on with these tunes? Simply download and listen, and allow Mat to delight you with his signature demure wit and wry intellect!
DISCLAIMER:
Under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” of copyrighted material in a manner that constitutes quotation, criticism, review, parody, caricature, pastiche, and other legal copyright exceptions. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise by infringing. -
108. The Star Spangled Banner: A Solution
Oh! Say! In this episode, Mat and Tim dig deep into our nation's anthem: The Star Spangled Banner. They consider its strengths and shortcomings, and offer a patriotic prescription to make the song truly work for America.
SONGS PLAYED:
Kinsley Murray - The Star Spangled Banner
Luther Vandross - The Star Spangled Banner
The Star Spangled Banner (Orchestral)
Gaither Vocal Band - The Star Spangled Banner
Lee Greenwood - The Star Spangled Banner
My Country! Tis of Thee
P!NK - The Star Spangled Banner
Jon Batiste - The Star Spangled Banner
DISCLAIMERS:
Under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” of copyrighted material in a manner that constitutes quotation, criticism, review, parody, caricature, pastiche, and other legal copyright exceptions. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise by infringing.
Also, nobody actually sponsors Earbuddies. We're just joking.
Customer Reviews
I would give five stars just for the ad reads
But the main content of each episode is also intriguing and entertaining. Mat and Tim are relatable but with a depth of understanding and passion about music that shows through.
Boring
Snooze fest and the hosts come across as pretentious.
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If there are one thousand fans of Earbuddies, I am leading the cavalry. If there are a dozen fans of Earbuddies, I am the tip of the phalanx. If there are two fans of Earbuddies, I will have a dear friend at my side. If there is only one fan of Earbuddies left in this world, then I stand alone. If there are no fans of Earbuddies, then reader, I am six feet under, dead as a dang doornail. Proud to have died for a worthy cause.
great banter, non-pretentious knowledge, fantastic editing. Most podcasts can only hope to have episodes as good as Earbuddies’ sponsor breaks. love Mat and Tim, long live the army