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https://linktr.ee/skipdpod SKiP’D is the ultimate music podcast for album aficionados & casual listeners alike. Each episode, hosts Mike & Rob press play on a listener’s pick to determine whether each album is so flawless you’d never skip a single track, or if it belongs in a skip. With expert storytelling, in-depth album deep dives, & the hosts infectious banter, every unskippable album becomes a rich journey. From hidden gems to classic masterpieces, Mike & Rob explore the stories behind each album, share trivia, & invite listeners to rediscover what makes each album truly unskippable.

  1. há 2 dias

    Ep 56: Harry Styles - 'Harry's House'

    In episode fifty‑six of Skip’d, Rob & Mike step into Harry’s House. Released in 2022, Harry’s House marked a shift toward intimacy with a blend of soft‑pop, synth shimmer, and laid‑back grooves that feel inviting, familiar and deliberately unhurried. Rob & Mike unpack how those choices shape the album’s identity, and dig into what has shaped the album’s legacy, why critics embraced it, and what makes certain tracks linger long after the first listen. From its shimmering singles to its softer, contemplative corners, Harry’s House is an album built on comfort, craft and quiet confidence, and this episode explores if that makes it unskippable. What’s inside: A breakdown of the album’s soft‑pop sound and how its influences shape the listening experienceA deep dive into key tracks and the emotional threads running through Styles’ songwritingA look at how Harry’s public persona and artistic evolution inform the album’s receptionPlus, a needlessly shrill dose of otamatone Stream Skip’d on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your audio fix.Got an album that surprised you, soothed you, or made you rethink an artist entirely? Send it our way. Rob & Mike will dive deep and decide if it’s truly unskippable.

  2. 19 de ago.

    Ep 55: Ms. Lauryn Hill - 'The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill'

    In episode fifty five of Skip’d, Rob & Mike turn their attention to The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill: The Grammy‑sweeping debut released in 1998 that blends hip‑hop, soul, gospel, and acoustic works and earned that reputation for being a masterpiece. Revered as a raw, poetic, and occasionally cryptic body of work, the boys will ask whether its emotional power comes from clarity, vulnerability, or the listener filling in the gaps and whether it still holds up, and what its cultural weight looks like, nearly three decades later. From its iconic singles to its quieter, more contemplative moments, Rob & Mike explore whether its genre‑blending brilliance is as revolutionary as history remembers, or whether its impact has been amplified by the narrative of an artist who walked away at her peak. This episode questions how the album became a generational touchstone, what it actually achieved musically, and whether its legacy is built on brilliance, timing, narrative, or some combination of all three. What’s inside: A breakdown of the album’s genre fusion and whether it truly redefined R&B and hip‑hopA deep dive into key tracks and the emotional ambiguity behind Hill’s storytellingA look at how the album’s cultural impact may have been shaped by Hill’s public persona and post‑release silencePlus, Mike revisits the moment he realised this album isn’t quite what he expected, while Rob wonders whether its “masterpiece” label has become too easy to repeat Stream Skip’d on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your audio fix. Got an album that’s been worshipped, debated, over‑praised, or under‑appreciated? Send it our way. Rob & Mike will dive deep and decide if it’s truly unskippable.

  3. 12 de ago.

    Ep 54: Anniversary Special - The Best of Year One Tournament

    Find all the links you need at https://linktr.ee/skipdpod In episode fifty four of Skip'd, Rob & Mike Every celebrate a year of their collaboration by pitting every album that's ever earned the 'unskippable' rating head to head in a single elimination tournament to find out which one is the actual best of the best. We're talking Thriller, Rumours, AM, Nevermind, Appetite For Destruction and more. This is not a bracket with weak links, and that's exactly the issue. Sixteen albums, one crown, and two hosts who are going to risk everything on their head to head thoughts, which they inevitably won't agree on. Expect some proper soul searching, at least one "I think that decided the winner before the final" moment, and a whole lot of messy ways to break deadlock at every stage of the bracket. What's inside: A full look back at every album that's ever made the unskippable cut, and why it got there in the first placeHead to head match ups deciding which all time great actually deserves the titleRob and Mike's disagreement getting more heated the closer it gets to the final twoPlus one of the most unfortunate first round match-ups you could ever hope for Stream Skip'd on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your audio fix. Got a strong opinion on who should win? Get in touch, Rob and Mike want to hear it, mostly so they can tell you why you're wrong.

    Ep 54: Anniversary Special - The Best of Year One Tournament

  4. 5 de ago.

    Ep 53: Anniversary Special - The Second Chance Cup

    Find all the links you need at https://linktr.ee/skipdpod In episode fifty three of Skip'd and to celebrate the looming one year anniversary of the podcast, Rob & Mike do something they've never done before: They go back. Every album that's ever walked away from this podcast wearing the dreaded Skip'd rating gets dragged back into the room for one more chance to prove Rob and Mike got it wrong. The boys pit them against each other in a double elimination knockout tournament to find out if a bad first impression was actually a bad verdict. Across the bracket, Rob & Mike revisit the records they were quickest to write off, asking the question that's haunted the show since episode one: were they wrong? We're talking Blonde, Dark Side Of The Moon, Abbey Road, The Marshall Mathers LP and even Songs About Jane. Some genuinely massive records ended up in the skip pile, and this episode is the boys finally reckoning with that. Expect some fierce re-litigating, at least one full about-face and an argument about whether nostalgia is cheating. What's inside: A full rundown of every album that's ever been sent to the Skip'd graveyard, and whyHead to head match ups deciding which unfairly binned record earns a proper relistenA look at whether Rob & Mike's own tastes have shifted since those original verdictsPlus, an unexpected award ceremony for the most mid album in our graveyard Stream Skip'd on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your audio fix. Think we got one wrong? Send it our way, and Rob & Mike will dive deep and decide if it's truly unskippable, once and for all.

    Ep 53: Anniversary Special - The Second Chance Cup

  5. 29 de jul.

    Ep 52: Nirvana - 'Nevermind'

    Find all the links you need at https://linktr.ee/skipdpod In episode fifty‑two of Skip’d, Rob & Mike plunge headfirst into Nevermind, the era‑defining, culture‑shifting second album from Nirvana. Released in 1991, Nevermind finds Nirvana sharpening their raw punk roots into something louder, darker, and unexpectedly melodic. The album swings between serrated guitars, thunderous drums, and Cobain’s unmistakable blend of cryptic poetry, emotional volatility, and hooks so sharp they practically leave scars. Kurt Cobain, Krist Novoselic, and Dave Grohl lean into bigger production, tighter arrangements, and a confidence born from embracing imperfection rather than sanding it away. From its explosive openers to its haunting, slow‑burn closer, Nevermind stands as a pivotal moment in rock history. Rob & Mike unpack how Nirvana balanced noise with nuance, why Cobain’s songwriting hits harder than its cryptic delivery suggests, and how this album became a generational lightning strike that still resonates today. Whether you’ve been screaming along to Nevermind since the ’90s or you’re stepping into its distorted, cathartic world for the first time, this episode explores why the album is more than a cultural milestone. What’s inside: A breakdown of the album’s blend of angst, melody, and explosive grunge dynamics.A deep dive into key tracks, their emotional undercurrents, and Cobain’s uniquely cryptic lyricism.A look at Nirvana’s evolution and how Nevermind reshaped rock, radio, and youth culture.Plus, Mike recalls why this album meant so much to his angsty teen self, while Rob has to stop himself from singing the meme version of “Something in the way”. Stream Skip’d on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your audio fix. Got an album that made you rage, reflect, thrash, or transcend? Send it our way. Rob & Mike will dive deep and decide if it’s truly unskippable.

  6. 22 de jul.

    Ep 51: Pendulum - 'Hold Your Colour'

    Find all the links you need at https://linktr.ee/skipdpod In episode fifty-one of Skip’d, Rob & Mike dive into Hold Your Colour, the ground-breaking debut album from Pendulum. Released in 2005, Hold Your Colour helped redefine drum and bass for a new generation, blending breakneck beats with rock influences, soaring melodies, and anthemic song writing. The result was an album that crossed genre boundaries and became one of the defining electronic releases of the 2000s. From explosive club favourites to emotionally charged vocal tracks, Rob & Mike unpack what made Hold Your Colour such a landmark record, exploring its production, its influence on electronic music, and why it continues to resonate with fans nearly two decades later. Whether you discovered Pendulum on the dancefloor, through a festival headline set, or are hearing the album for the first time, this episode explores why Hold Your Colour remains an enduring classic. What’s inside: • A deep dive into the album's fusion of drum and bass, rock, and electronic music • A discussion of standout tracks, unforgettable hooks, and the production techniques that shaped Pendulum's signature sound • A look at Hold Your Colour's legacy and its impact on the evolution of modern electronic music • Plus, more stories from Rob and Mike's youth, which has become par for the course in this cavalcade of nonsense Stream Skip’d on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your audio fix. Got an album that changed the way you hear music? Send it our way and Rob & Mike will dive deep and decide whether it's truly unskippable.

  7. 15 de jul.

    Ep 50: The Beatles - 'Abbey Road'

    Find all the links you need at https://linktr.ee/skipdpod In episode fifty of Skip’d, Rob & Mike take on one of the most celebrated albums in music history: Abbey Road by The Beatles. Released in 1969, Abbey Road stands as the band's final recorded album and a remarkable showcase of their creative ambition at the height of their powers. From its iconic opening moments to the legendary medley that closes the record, the album blends rock, pop, blues, psychedelia, and experimentation into a work that continues to influence artists more than five decades later. Rob & Mike explore the songs, stories, and studio innovations that helped make Abbey Road a landmark release, unpacking how the album captured a band navigating internal tensions whilst still producing some of the most beloved music ever recorded. Whether you're a lifelong Beatles devotee or discovering Abbey Road beyond the famous zebra crossing for the first time, this episode examines why the album remains a cornerstone of popular music. What’s inside: • A track-by-track exploration of Abbey Road's standout moments, from "Come Together" and "Something" to the unforgettable side-two medley • A discussion of the band's recording process, studio experimentation, and the creative partnership between the four Beatles and producer George Martin • A look at the album's lasting cultural impact and why it continues to rank among the greatest albums ever made • Plus, a dangerously honest discussion about why die-hard Beatles fans are so annoying to be around Stream Skip’d on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your audio fix. Got an album you think deserves the Skip’d treatment? Send it our way and Rob & Mike will dive deep and decide whether it's truly unskippable.

  8. 8 de jul.

    Ep 49: Wet Leg - Moisturizer

    Find all the links you need at https://linktr.ee/skipdpod In episode forty-nine of Skip’d, Rob & Mike dive into Moisturizer, the second album from Wet Leg. Released in 2025, Moisturiser finds Wet Leg expanding their sonic palette whilst balancing an irreverent charm that made their debut such a phenomenon. The album swings between jangly guitars, punchy rhythms, synth‑flecked detours, and lyrics that oscillate between absurdity, vulnerability, and razor‑sharp observation. From its punchy openers to its unexpectedly tender moments, Rob & Mike unpack how the band balances silliness with sincerity, and how this album has cemented them as one of the most prolific new voices in modern indie rock. Whether you’ve been quoting Wet Leg lyrics since their debut or you’re stepping into their world of chaos and charm for the first time, this episode explores why Moisturizer has been such a critical and commercial success. What’s inside: A breakdown of the album’s blend of humour, anxiety, and indie‑pop precisionA deep dive into key tracks, their lyrical quirks, and the emotional threads hiding beneath the punchlinesA look at Wet Leg’s evolving sound and how Moisturizer builds on their debutPlus, a surprisingly deep detour about class stagnation, the British music industry, and Beyblades Stream Skip’d on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your audio fix. Got an album that made you laugh, scream, dance, or spiral? Send it our way and Rob & Mike will dive deep and decide if it’s truly unskippable.

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https://linktr.ee/skipdpod SKiP’D is the ultimate music podcast for album aficionados & casual listeners alike. Each episode, hosts Mike & Rob press play on a listener’s pick to determine whether each album is so flawless you’d never skip a single track, or if it belongs in a skip. With expert storytelling, in-depth album deep dives, & the hosts infectious banter, every unskippable album becomes a rich journey. From hidden gems to classic masterpieces, Mike & Rob explore the stories behind each album, share trivia, & invite listeners to rediscover what makes each album truly unskippable.

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  • Criado por
    Mike and Rob
  • Anos de atividade
    2025 - 2026
  • Episódios
    57
  • Classificação
    Explícito
  • Copyright
    © Mike and Rob
  • Site do podcast
    SKiP'D