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. 3d ago

    Discography Draft: Michael Jackson

    On this week's episode, Matt and Ryan take a break from the usual deep dive into the discography of Michael Jackson. The two hosts will take turns picking albums from that catalogue and see how they rate on All Music. The host that picks the best-rated selection of albums will win bragging rates and have the ability to choose the artist on the next episode of Discography Draft. Whether you are a fan of Michael Jackson or not, this episode will have something for everyone. 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

    Discography Draft: Michael Jackson

  2. Jul 25

    you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love by Olivia Rodrigo Album Review

    On this week's episode, Matt and Ryan are reviewing Olivia Rodrigo's critically acclaimed third album, You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love. Critics are calling this record a major step forward in maturity for her songwriting. While she pulls from several distinct styles throughout the tracklist, her nod to the 80s and The Cure stands out the most. Check out what the guys have to say! 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 Episode Timestamps 00:00 Intro 03:24 Last Review Recap 06:26 What is an Olivia Rodrigo? 21:33 drop dead 31:27 stupid song 38:50 honeybee 46:37 maggots for brains 52:57 u + heart = 01:01:41 my way 01:08:03 purple 01:16:33 Ways to Support the Show 01:24:02 the cure 01:34:32 begged 01:43:01 what's wrong with me 01:50:38 less 01:56:27 expectations 02:04:37 cigarette smoke 02:12:58 Overall Ratings 02:18:40 Next Album Recommendations 02:22:22 Next Week's Review

    you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love by Olivia Rodrigo Album Review

  3. Jul 18

    moisturizer by Wet Leg Album Review

    On this week's episode, Matt and Ryan are reviewing moisturizer, the highly anticipated sophomore album by Wet Leg. The group broke out in 2022 with the massive success of their self-titled debut LP and electrifying live shows, earning several Grammy and Brit Award nominations along the way. This records sees the band expanding their sound from the pop stylings of "pokemon" to the hard rocking "pillow talk". Check out what the guys have to say about the album! 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 Episode Timestamps 00:00 Intro 02:41 Last Review Recap 04:56 What is a Wet Leg? 19:42 CPR 27:56 liquidize 35:46 catch these fists 44:57 davina mccall 53:04 jennifer's body 01:00:16 mangetout 01:09:07 Ways to Support the Show 01:15:46 pond song 01:20:22 pokemon 01:26:47 pillow talk 01:34:39 don't speak 01:40:57 11:21 01:47:29 u and me at home 01:54:04 Overall Ratings 01:59:29 Next Album Recommendations 02:03:15 Next Week's Review

    moisturizer by Wet Leg Album Review

  4. Jul 11

    Hey, Listen to This! The Game: Pride Edition

    This week, Matt and Ryan are stepping away from the track-by-track deep dives to test their knowledge of LGBTQIA+ artists! With Jamie officially taking over the studio, she’s designed a trivia game inspired by the React YouTube series. Joining the fray is Rachel—can she swoop in and take the crown? From the genius of David Bowie to classic one-hit wonders, absolutely nothing is off-limits. 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 Episode Timestamps 00:00 Intro 03:21 Game Rules 05:01 Lyric Battle 1 07:49 Lyric Battle 2 09:54 Lyric Battle 3 12:32 Lyric Battle 4 14:40 Lyric Battle 5 17:41 Lyric Battle 6 19:20 Lyric Battle 7 22:04 Lyric Battle 8 23:40 What Doesn't Belong 1 25:52 What Doesn't Belong 2 28:01 What Doesn't Belong 3 30:32 Lyric Battle 9 31:24 Lyric Battle 10 32:43 Lyric Battle 11 35:22 Lyric Battle 12 37:02 Lyric Battle 13 38:47 Lyric Battle 14 40:55 Real or Not? 1 43:18 Real or Not? 2  45:39 Real or Not? 3 48:00 Real or Not? 4 51:24 Real or Not? 5 53:31 Lyric Battle 15 54:36 Lyric Battle 16 57:38 Lyric Battle 17 59:24 Lyric Battle 18 01:01:11 Lyric Battle 19  01:03:48 Lyric Battle 20 01:05:48 List Reveal 01:07:16 Final Scores 01:08:15 Outro

    Hey, Listen to This! The Game: Pride Edition

  5. Jul 4

    Born in the U.S.A. by Bruce Springsteen Album Review

    On this week's episode, Matt and Ryan revisit The Boss himself: Bruce Springsteen. They take a look at his album Born in the U.S.A. in honor of the 4th of July. In the episode, the guys discuss some of Bruce's biggest songs: "Born in the U.S.A.," "Glory Days," and "Dancing in the Dark." Check out what the guys have to say about the album! Listen to the album: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_knulz6rBDTjgdDwskLxzD8g7gAdqRY4T0&si=ZjoZEYm6PW5cOSDo Purchase the album: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00138CS6C?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallback 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 Episode Timestamps 00:00 Intro 04:20 Last Week Recap 07:07 What is a Bruce Springsteen? 21:58 Born in the U.S.A. 33:13 Cover Me 40:58 Darlington County 48:32 Working on the Highway 55:09 Downbound Train 01:02:48 I'm On Fire 01:11:06 Ways to Support The Show 01:17:21 No Surrender 01:24:19 Bobby Jean 01:31:06 I'm Going Down 01:38:40 Glory Days 01:46:50 Dancing In The Dark 01:53:08 My Hometown 02:00:25 Overall Ratings 02:06:42 Next Album Recommendations 02:10:29 Next Week's Review

    Born in the U.S.A. by Bruce Springsteen Album Review

  6. Jun 27

    The Whaler by Home Is Where Album Review

    On this week's episode, Matt and Ryan wrap up their Pride Month celebration by diving into The Whaler by Home Is Where. Hailing from Florida, this group has quickly risen from local favorites to a modern punk staple, largely thanks to their intense live shows. As their first full-length release, The Whaler sees the band drawing on an eclectic mix of influences, from Fugazi to Neutral Milk Hotel. Check out what the guys have to say about the album! Listen to the album: https://homeiswhere.bandcamp.com/album/the-whaler-2 Purchase the album: https://homeiswhere.bandcamp.com/album/the-whaler-2 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 Episode Timestamps 00:00 Intro 03:09 Last Week Recap 05:40 What is a Home Is Where? 25:04 skin meadow 34:00 lily pad pupils 42:51 yes! yes! a thousand times yes! 51:07 whaling for sport 58:21 everyday feels like 9/11 01:05:41 Ways to Support The Show 01:12:03 9/12 01:17:41 daytona 500 01:25:12 chris farley 01:31:19 nursing home riot 01:37:14 floral organs 01:44:55 Overall Ratings 01:50:00 Next Album Recommendations 01:53:46 Next Week's Review

    The Whaler by Home Is Where Album Review

  7. Jun 20

    Ingénue by k.d. lang Album Review

    On this week's episode, Matt and Ryan are continuing their Pride Month Celebration by reviewing Ingénue by k.d. lang. Released in 1992, it is Lang's most successful album on the charts. The album features a couple of her biggest songs "Constant Craving" and "Season of Hollow Soul". Check out what the guys have to say about the album! Listen to the album: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNPGM2D7aODftu-VSSETLGkcWryTnQy7d&si=McbwcFjq_84mInVD Purchase the album: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000002LSP?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallback 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 Episode Timestamps 00:00 Intro 03:42 Last Week Recap 05:34 What is a k.d. lang? 20:40 Save Me 29:50 The Mind of Love 37:13 Miss Chatelaine 46:33 Wash Me Clean 52:26 So It Shall Be 01:00:13 Ways to Support The Show 01:07:53 Still Thrives This Love 01:15:49 Season of Hollow Soul 01:24:41 Outside Myself 01:31:20 Tears of Love's Recall 01:36:27 Constant Craving 01:44:21 Overall Ratings 01:50:31 Next Album Recommendations 01:54:45 Next Week's Review

    Ingénue by k.d. lang Album Review

  8. Jun 13

    HIT ME HARD AND SOFT by Billie Eilish Album Review

    On this week's episode, Matt and Ryan are continuing their Pride Month Celebration by reviewing HIT ME HARD AND SOFT by Billie Eilish. This album comes after her sophomore release Happier Than Ever that was released during the pandemic. With HIT ME HARD AND SOFT, Billie explores themes of romantic love, loss of connection and the pitfalls of fame. Check out what the guys have to say about the record! Listen to the album: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_m1WZWUtrntyrrtCUSATYfs84K3ZnZl9P0&si=vNe53HtHP3eD7rPO Purchase the album: https://www.amazon.com/HIT-HARD-SOFT-Billie-Eilish/dp/B0CZWKXLQ3 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 Episode Timestamps 00:00 Intro 03:57 Last Week Recap 06:49 What lead Billie Eilishto HIT ME HARD AND SOFT? 21:24 SKINNY 29:55 LUNCH 38:58 CHIHIRO 47:13 BIRDS OF A FEATHER 54:40 WILDFLOWER 01:02:32 Ways to Support The Show 01:09:53 THE GREATEST 01:18:24 L'AMOUR DE MA VIE 01:26:00 THE DINER 01:34:24 BITTERSUITE 01:42:50 BLUE 01:53:30 Overall Ratings 01:58:56 Next Album Recommendations 02:02:23 Next Week's Review

    HIT ME HARD AND SOFT by Billie Eilish Album Review
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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
    146
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Matt Drzik and Ryan Kearns
  • Show Website
    Hey, Listen to This!