This week, Matt and Ryan continue their Pride Month celebration by exploring Frank Ocean's acclaimed second studio album, "Blonde." Released independently after the success of Channel Orange, Blonde quickly became a critical darling, even being named Pitchfork's best album of the 2010s. Tune in to hear their take!
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Time Stamps
00:00 Intro
04:20 Last Week Recap
05:43 What is a Frank Ocean?
16:54 Nikes
24:15 Ivy
29:48 Pink + White
34:40 Be Yourself
38:23 Solo
43:05 Skyline To
46:59 Self Control
54:27 Good Guy
56:38 Nights
01:03:35 Solo (Reprise)
01:07:40 Ways to Support the Show
01:11:31 Pretty Sweet
01:16:55 Facebook Story
01:18:55 Close To You
01:20:58 White Ferrari
01:27:10 Seigfried
01:32:08 Godspeed
01:36:48 Futura Free
01:41:23 Overall Thoughts, Ratings and Next Album Recommendations
01:49:25 Next Week's Review
01:51:17 Outro
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