Episode 96: The Popdose New Music Report (Spring 2024)

Ted Asregadoo and Keith Creighton dive deep into new releases from Ariana Grande, Green Day, Honeymoon Suite, The Pineapple Thief, and more! They also discuss the struggle of separating the artist from the art, using Ariana Grande as an example. Is it possible to love her music but not care about her personal life?

• Ariana Grande - Eternal Sunshine: We debate the merits of this new album, including the speculation that it's a "divorce album" and whether you can enjoy the music without following the drama.
• Green Day - Saviors: Did this album take some time to grow on you, or were you hooked from the start? We discuss the band's return to form and their exploration of bisexuality on the track "Bobby Sox."
• Honeymoon Suite - Alive: We celebrate the return of this Canadian band and their latest album. Should you stream it or buy the CD for the full experience?
• The dreamy prog rock brilliance of The Pineapple Thief's It Leads to This is also in the spotlight. This grower of an album might take some time, but the hypnotic and aggressive riffs of "The Frost" and other songs are worth repeated listens. This record might end up on Ted's Best of 2024.
• Ministry - hopiumforthemasses: This album is a wild ride! We discuss the challenges of listening to Ministry's music at high volume and Al Jourgensen's message about the dangers of a "Trump planet."
• RAYE - My 21st Century Blues: This independent success story is one to cheer for. We discuss how RAYE bought back her masters and released a chart-topping album.
• The Last Dinner Party - Prelude to Ecstasy: This hyped band has a lot to live up to. We explore their sound, their influences, and their critical reception.
• NewDad - Madra: Get ready for the next big thing out of Ireland! We discuss the struggle of finding a physical copy of this album and the band's musical influences.

New Discoveries

• Them • "Can’t Call it Mine:" This up-and-coming band is changing their sound with each release. We explore their latest track and their potential.
• Tish Melton: We introduce you to this new singer-songwriter and her beautiful song “Michelle."

We end the show with a sample from Your Future Ghost's new song "Pritty" to leave you on a high note!