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Songs That Don't Suck

Mark Bradbourne
Christmas Music
Brite Winter Music Festival
Non-Traditional Christmas Songs
Dream Theater
Saturday Night Live
Rock-N-Roll Autopsy
Holiday Season
Spotify
Live Music
Iron Maiden
Music
Trivia
Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame
Vinyl Records
Cleveland
Smartphones
Johnny Swim
2024 Music Releases
Celtic Rock
The Beatles

"Songs That Don't Suck" is a podcast hosted by an aging GenXer who scours through hundreds of newly released songs each week, seeking fresh artists and sounds to avoid replaying the hits of his youth. Covering all genres from folk to heavy metal, this dedicated music enthusiast navigates through the overwhelming daily deluge of 100,000 new songs, separating the gems from the noise. Tune in weekly ... more

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This week on Songs That Don't Suck, Mark reflects on the lost art of truly listening to music—alone, undistracted, and emotionally immersed. Plus, he dives into five killer new tracks you need to hear now from Roxferry, RAGEFLOWER, YungBlood + Aerosm... more

In this powerful episode of Songs That Don’t Suck, host Mark Bradbourne opens up about pre-planning his parents' funerals and the deeply personal role music plays in saying goodbye. Plus, he dives into killer new tracks from KT Tunstall, Stella and t... more

Explore the surprising comeback of cassette tapes, the enduring power of physical media, and discover five fresh tracks from artists like Glitterfox, Will Hoge, and Big Thief in this week's episode of Songs That Don't Suck.

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Dive into Mark's electric concert recap of Nine Inch Nails’ Peel it Back Tour in Cleveland, plus five new songs from Maya Lakhani, Sydney Shea, The Mukherjee Development, Giobia, and Cinema Stereo. Discover music that doesn’t suck!

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Mark Bradborne
Host of a podcast dedicated to uncovering new music and artists, sharing insights and personal reflections on the music industry.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 27 ratings
  • Wow. Someone out there fighting the good fight, listening to new music off the main drag. Bonus points for the cogent comments about production and dynamics. Definitely subscribing.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    laing94
    a year ago
  • Looking for good new music? Look no further

    This is where I’ve been going for awhile now to get turned on to new music. Every show has at least a few new tunes that become favorites🤘

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EZ Eddie10
    United Statesa year ago
  • Excellent show

    This is a great show to keep you up to date on the music industry!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pmintheamfan
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the show's focus on introducing new music and artists, often praising the host for his insightful commentary.

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Episode 112 - Special Episode! RNRA Interviews STDS
Q: How do you identify what a good song is?
A good song often has well-written lyrics and intricacy, along with a place of passion within its creation.
Christmas Songs That Don't Suck - Bonus Episode!
Q: Which young celebrity is not one of the most streamed artists in Christmas themed playlists?
Taylor Swift is not one of the most streamed artists in Christmas themed playlists.
Christmas Songs That Don't Suck - Bonus Episode!
Q: What is the second most popular Christmas song in the USA?
It's Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree by Brenda Lee.
Christmas Songs That Don't Suck - Bonus Episode!
Q: When do a majority of countries start listening to Christmas music?
Between November 18th to the 23rd, according to Spotify.
Christmas Songs That Don't Suck - Bonus Episode!
Q: Which country starts listening to Christmas music the latest?
Brazil, as they typically don’t start listening until December 23rd or 24th.

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Focusing on the exploration of contemporary music, the content showcases a wide array of genres, from folk to heavy metal, while highlighting the host's commitment to discovering and promoting new artists. Throughout episodes, the discussion includes insights into the music industry, particularly regarding the challenges of navigating the sheer volume of new releases, with the host sharing personal reflections and artist evaluations. Each episode is created to foster a deeper connection with listeners, inviting them to experience fresh music while reflecting on classic influences and contemporary trends. Unique to this content is the host's dedication to engaging listeners in the discovery process, steering away from nostalgia and ensuring ... more

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Songs That Don't Suck launched 3 years ago and published 141 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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