
Bandsplain is a show where host Yasi Salek invites experts to explain cult bands and iconic artists—and why people love them.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 208 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Music | |||

That’s (almost) a wrap on 2025, so you know what time it is. Yasi catches up with Chris Ryan to talk about the albums that defined their 2025. No rankings, no drafts, no winners or losers, just two people talking about the records they loved most thi... more
Yasi is joined by The Big Picture’s Sean Fennessey to dive into the brief, brilliant career of Jeff Buckley. They cover his rise on New York’s café stages and the making of his only studio album, 'Grace,' and they discuss how his singular voice, his ... more
This week on Bandsplain, Yasi and New York Times culture reporter Joe Coscarelli revisit Dig!, Ondi Timoner’s influential 2004 cult documentary that immortalized The Brian Jonestown Massacre and The Dandy Warhols. They discuss the band’s intertwined ... more
On this week’s episode of Bandsplain, Bre Morell of Crushed joins Yasi to talk about reluctant genre inventing geniuses Massive Attack. We talk through the rich music history of Bristol, their sound system DJ origins, the visual signatures, all the m... more
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I saw a short clip of this podcast and was interested because they were speaking about a band I liked. But when I downloaded the podcast it was so self indulgent and more about the host than the band itself. The podcast would be great if they could self edit.
This dropped the day I went to Phoenix and I listened to it on the plane home to MSP. It put me in a MOOD. Plus hearing the songs inspired by the area was great.
Yasi Salek as a podcast host who brags about frustrating her therapist. Bro. Have some dignity.
Why no longer uploading on apple? Only on Spotify?
Great podcast and I was enjoying but many of the episodes will no longer player here on Apple Podcasts. What is going on.
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Apple Podcasts | #24 | |
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Spotify | #8 |
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A deep exploration of music culture is at the heart of this series, where the host engages with various experts to unpack the significance of cult bands and iconic artists. Through thoughtful discussions and a curated playlist, listeners gain insight into the unique artistry, historical context, and cultural impact of different musical acts spanning several genres. Episodes often feature personal anecdotes, allowing guests to share their connections to the music, which enhances the listener's appreciation and understanding of the featured artists. The podcast stands out for blending humor, in-depth research, and nostalgia, making it an insightful resource for both longtime fans and newcomers to the music scene.
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Recent guests on Bandsplain include:
1. Joe Coscarelli
2. Bre Morell
3. Molly Lambert
4. Vince Neil
5. Kory Grow
6. Hua Hsu
7. Alex Ross Perry
8. Stuart Braithwaite
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