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. 6d ago

    I Used To Go To This Bar by Joyce Manor Album Review

    On this week's episode, Matt and Ryan jump back into the world of emo rock to review Joyce Manor's album, I Used To Go To This Bar. Formed in 2008, the band built a dedicated following through word of mouth and grew into a cornerstone of the 2010s emo revival alongside acts like Tigers Jaw, The Menzingers, Title Fight, and Touché Amoré. While Joyce Manor remains a punk rock band at heart, I Used To Go To This Bar showcases the broader musical influences they've gathered over the years. Check out what the guys have to say about the record! 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 Last Review Recap 06:32 What Is A Joyce Manor? 20:41 I Know Where Mark Chen Lives 29:50 Falling Into It 37:02 All My Friends Are So Depressed 44:44 Well, Whatever It Was 51:26 I Used To Go To This Bar 58:15 Ways to Support the Show 01:05:17 After All You Put Me Through 01:10:49 The Opossum 01:18:31 Well, Don't It Seem Like You've Been Here Before? 01:26:26 Grey Guitar 01:33:07 Overall Ratings 01:38:28 Next Album Recommendations 01:43:35 Next Week's Review

    I Used To Go To This Bar by Joyce Manor Album Review

  2. Aug 15

    MTV Unplugged in New York by Nirvana Album Review

    On this week's episode, Matt and Ryan tackle one of the biggest albums in history: Nirvana's MTV Unplugged in New York. This performance has been cited as one of the most legendary in the history of MTV Unplugged due to the setlist and the overall performance from the band. In this setlist, the group decided to highlight some of the deeper cuts in their catalogue alongside doing covers of underground acts. Check out what the guys have to say about the record! 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 03:14 Last Review Recap 06:22 What lead Nirvana to MTV Unplugged in New York? 18:41 About A Girl 28:54 Come As You Are 38:25 Jesus Doesn't Want Me For A Sunbeam 49:09 The Man Who Sold The World 57:15 Pennyroyal Tea 01:05:27 Dumb 01:10:47 Polly 01:19:48 Ways to Support the Show 01:26:56 On A Plain 01:32:29 Something In The Way 01:41:13 Plateau 01:47:45 Oh Me 01:53:33 Lake Of Fire 01:59:05 All Apologies 02:06:34 Where Did You Sleep Last Night 02:14:56 Overall Ratings 02:21:04 Next Album Recommendations 02:25:13 Next Week's Review

    MTV Unplugged in New York by Nirvana Album Review

  3. Aug 8

    Dookie By Green Day Album Review

    ​On this week's episode, Matt and Ryan tackle one of the biggest albums in history: Green Day's Dookie. After years of building an underground following through relentless live shows, the band's major label debut sparked immediate controversy, with of the punk scene labeling them "sellouts." Despite the backlash, Dookie propelled Green Day to rock stardom in a matter of months. Tune in to hear what the guys have to say about this iconic record! 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 02:16 Last Review Recap 05:09 What is a Green Day? 31:28 Burnout 39:18 Having a Blast 48:58 Chump 56:29 Longview 01:09:57 Welcome to Paradise 01:18:06 Pulling Teeth 01:26:51 Basket Case 01:36:40 Ways to Support the Show 01:44:23 She 01:54:38 Sassafras Roots 02:00:21 When I Come Around 02:10:23 Coming Clean 02:15:15 Emenius Sleepus 02:21:34 In The End 02:25:49 F.O.D./All by Myself 02:38:25 Overall Ratings 02:44:53 Next Album Recommendations 02:48:36 Next Week's Review

    Dookie By Green Day Album Review

  4. Aug 1

    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

  5. 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

  6. 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

  7. 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

  8. 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
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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
    149
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Matt Drzik and Ryan Kearns
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    Hey, Listen to This!