Hey, Listen to This!

Hey, Listen to This!

Hey, Listen to This! is the best music podcast on this side of the Mississippi hosted by two dashingly good-looking men who share the same middle name. Every week, the guys pick an album to review track by track.

Episodes

Discography Draft: The Grammy Award for Album of the Year

May 2, 2025 • 29 mins
On this week's episode, Matt and Ryan take a break from the usual deep dive into an album and turn their attention to prior winners of Album of the Year from the Grammys. The two hosts will take turns picking albums from that crop of albums 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 Dr...
Mark as Played

24K Magic by Bruno Mars Album Review

April 26, 2025 • 85 mins
In this week's episode, Matt and Ryan take a look at the Grammy's 2016 Album of the Year by Bruno Mars called 24K Magic. Coming off of the success of the 2012 album Unorthodox Jukebox, Bruno Mars sought out to make his next album better than his previous two. 24K Magic blends elements of R&B, Funk, Pop and New Jack Swing. This album spawned several singles including "24K Magic", "That's What I Like", and "Finesse". Check out wh...
Mark as Played

Mean Everything to Nothing by Manchester Orchestra Album Review

April 19, 2025 • 118 mins
In this week's episode, Matt and Ryan take a look at an album by a band they both have seen live: Mean Everything to Nothing by Manchester Orchestra. Released in 2009, this album is held up as the band's magnum opus in the eyes of fans. This album is also one of the foundational albums that helped Ryan to develop his musical taste. Check out what the guys have to say about the album! If you like the podcast, please give us a five-...
Mark as Played

Discography Draft: Dolly Parton

April 12, 2025 • 30 mins
On this week's episode, Matt and Ryan take a break from the usual deep dive into an album and turn their attention to Dolly Parton's discography. The two hosts will take turns picking albums from that discography 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 o...
Mark as Played

Brand New Man by Brooks & Dunn Album Review

April 5, 2025 • 83 mins
In this week's episode, Matt and Ryan take another step into the world of country with the debut album by Brooks & Dunn called Brand New Man. This album spawned four number one singles on the Country Billboard charts. Also, Brand New Man has been certified 7x Multi-Platinum. So check out what the guys have to say about Brand New Man! If you like the podcast, please give us a five-star rating and share it with a friend. If you have...
Mark as Played

Riot! by Paramore Album Review

March 29, 2025 • 90 mins
In this week's episode, Matt and Ryan finish up celebrating Women's History Month by taking a look at the 2007 second studio album by Paramore called Riot!. Paramore exploded onto the emo pop-punk scene with this record with massive hits such as "Misery Business", "That's What You Get" and "Crushcrushcrush". At the time of this record's release, Hayley Williams shifted the scene with her lyricism, vocal range and stage presence. So...
Mark as Played

The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess by Chappell Roan Album Review

March 22, 2025 • 119 mins
In this week's episode, Matt and Ryan take a look at another album by a female artist in honor of Women's History Month. The album they are reviewing this week is the 2023 album by Chappell Roan called The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess. The Today Show has included Chappell Roan in the group they called "The Big Three". The other members of the group are Sabrina Carpenter and Charlie XCX. The guys have already reviewed Brat an...
Mark as Played

Vulnicura by Björk Album Review

March 15, 2025 • 77 mins
In this week's episode, Matt and Ryan take a look at another album by a female artist in honor of Women's History Month. The album they are reviewing this week is the 2015 album by Björk called Vulnicura. This album details the break up of Björk and her partner Matthew Barney back in 2013. Vulnicura is divided into two sections "the wound" and "the healing of the wound". Rough trade named this album their 2015 album of the year. Ch...
Mark as Played

She's So Unusual by Cyndi Lauper Album Review

March 8, 2025 • 73 mins
In this week's episode, Matt and Ryan take a look at another album by a female artist in honor of Women's History Month. The album they are reviewing this week is the debut studio album by Cyndi Lauper called She's So Unusual. Released in 1983, She's So Unusual stands out for its commercial success. It spawned four top-five singles which was a pioneering achievement for a debut studio album by a female artist. Some of those singles...
Mark as Played

Jagged Little Pill by Alanis Morissette Album Review

March 1, 2025 • 89 mins
In this week's episode, Matt and Ryan turn the page from celebrating Black History Month and begin their celebration of Women's History month by reviewing the 1995 album by Alanis Morissette called Jagged Little Pill. This album was conceived through a songwriting collaboration with producer Glenn Ballard and Alanis. Instead of trying to shape her sound to his liking, Glenn sought out to allow Alanis to explore her sound and just a...
Mark as Played

A Tribute to Jack Johnson by Miles Davis Album Review

February 22, 2025 • 76 mins
In this week's episode, Matt and Ryan take a look at the 1971 album by Miles Davis called A Tribute to Jack Johnson. Miles Davis was an American trumpeter, bandleader, and composer. He is a highly acclaimed musician in the history of jazz and 20th century music. This album was produced for a documentary by Bill Clayton about the life of boxer Jack Johnson. With this record, Miles Davis turned to trying to fuse jazz and rock music. ...
Mark as Played

Heaven To A Tortured Mind by Yves Tumor Album Review

February 15, 2025 • 73 mins
In this week's episode, Matt and Ryan take a look at the fourth studio album by Yves Tumor called Heaven To A Tortured Mind. Yves Tumor is an American experimental electronic artist who grew up in Tennessee. They turned to music as a way to contend with their surroundings. Sean Lee Bowie(Yves Tumor) is entirely self-taught musically and has released five albums to date. Eero Holi of Clash called Heaven To A Tortured Mind "psychedel...
Mark as Played

There's a Riot Goin' On by Sly and the Family Stone Album Review

February 8, 2025 • 87 mins
In this week's episode, Matt and Ryan take a look at the fifth studio album by Sly and the Family Stome called There's a Riot Goin' On. Released in 1971, the album's recording was dominated by the band's frontman Sly Stone during a time of drug use and group tensions. The recording shifted away from the optimistic sound of their previous records and embraced a darker more challenging sound. The album centered its lyrically around t...
Mark as Played

Lemonade by Beyoncé Album Review

February 1, 2025 • 80 mins
In this week's episode, Matt and Ryan take a look at the sixth studio album by Beyoncé called Lemonade. With an incredible discography already on her resume, Beyoncé went into the studio for this album with the intention of exploring themes of self-knowledge and healing alongside dealing with her own heartbreak at the time. Lemonade has Beyoncé diving into genres such as country, hip-hop, rock and R&B. Apple Music cites this al...
Mark as Played

Stankonia by Outkast Album Review

January 25, 2025 • 93 mins
In this week's episode, Matt and Ryan take a look at the fourth studio album by Outkast named Stankonia. With this record, the group sought out to expand their sound to include genres such as funk, rave music, psychedelia, gospel and rock within a Dirty South lens. This album has made many publications' "Best Of" lists. Songs such as "So Fresh, So Clean" and "Ms. Jackson" helped the group break out with the release of this record. ...
Mark as Played

David Bowie Discography Draft

January 18, 2025 • 21 mins

On this week's episode, Matt and Ryan take a break from the usual deep dive into an album and turn their attention to Davie Bowie's discography. The two hosts will take turns picking albums from that discography and see how they rate on All Music. The host that picks the best-rated selection of albums will win bragging rates and can choose the artist on the next episode of Discography Draft.

If you like the podcast, please...

Mark as Played

Pretty. Odd. by Panic! At The Disco Album Review

January 11, 2025 • 105 mins
In this week's episode, Matt and Ryan take a look at the second studio album by Panic! At the Disco named Pretty. Odd.. This album saw the group pivot away from the emo pop punk sound and embrace a pop rock sound that was influenced by 60s rock. The band was listening to records like Rubber Soul and The Beatles White Album at the time of writing songs for this album. Check out what the guys have to say about the record by listening...
Mark as Played

Aja by Steely Dan Album Review

January 4, 2025 • 76 mins

In this week's episode, Matt and Ryan take a look at the sixth album by Steely Dan named Aja. For this album, the group enlisted the services of nearly 40 musicians in order to pursue longer and more sophisticated compositions. Aja has appeared on many retrospective "greatest albums" lists. This album has been cited as an important development for the genre of yacht rock. Check out what the guys have to say about the record by list...

Mark as Played

Nearer My God by Foxing Album Review

December 28, 2024 • 91 mins
In this week's episode, Matt and Ryan take a look at the third album by Foxing named Nearer My God. Foxing are a band who came into existence in the 2010s. They have gained a solid fan base thanks to their blend of indie rock, emo and post rock. This record sees the group expanding their sound into an art rock direction that incorporated some hints of electronic music. Check out what the guys have to say about the record by listeni...
Mark as Played

Discography Draft: The Black Keys

December 20, 2024 • 16 mins
On this week's episode, Matt and Ryan take a break from the usual deep dive into an album and turn their attention to The Black Keys' discography. The two hosts will take turns picking albums from that discography 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 ...
Mark as Played

Popular Podcasts

    Dateline NBC

    Dateline NBC

    Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com

    Stuff You Should Know

    Stuff You Should Know

    If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.

    Intentionally Disturbing

    Intentionally Disturbing

    Join me on this podcast as I navigate the murky waters of human behavior, current events, and personal anecdotes through in-depth interviews with incredible people—all served with a generous helping of sarcasm and satire. After years as a forensic and clinical psychologist, I offer a unique interview style and a low tolerance for bullshit, quickly steering conversations toward depth and darkness. I honor the seriousness while also appreciating wit. I’m your guide through the twisted labyrinth of the human psyche, armed with dark humor and biting wit.

    The Bobby Bones Show

    The Bobby Bones Show

    Listen to 'The Bobby Bones Show' by downloading the daily full replay.

    The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show

    The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show

    The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show. Clay Travis and Buck Sexton tackle the biggest stories in news, politics and current events with intelligence and humor. From the border crisis, to the madness of cancel culture and far-left missteps, Clay and Buck guide listeners through the latest headlines and hot topics with fun and entertaining conversations and opinions.

Advertise With Us
Music, radio and podcasts, all free. Listen online or download the iHeart App.

Connect

Explore

iHeart

Live Radio

Podcasts

Artist Radio

Exclusives

News

Features

Events

Contests

Photos

Information

About

Advertise

Blog

Brand Guidelines

Contest Guidelines

Subscription Offers

Jobs

Get the App

Automotive

Home

Mobile

Wearables

© 2025 iHeartMedia, Inc.