Educate Your Earbuds

Join us on the latest episode of the 'Educate Your Earbuds' podcast as we dive into the hottest music headlines. From Spotify's price hike to commemorating the 30th anniversary of Kurt Cobain's passing, no topic goes untouched. Plus, get the inside scoop on Olivia Rodrigo's surprise duet with Noah Kahan and some must-know Coachella tips to close out the show. Tune in for all things music, news, and festival vibes! Thanks for listening! Follow, rate, and review us!  Instagram: Educate.Your.Earbuds.Pod Threads: Educate.Your.Earbuds.Pod TikTok: Educate.Your.Earbuds Email: educate.your.earbuds@gmail.com

In this week's episode of "Educate Your Earbuds," we're diving deep into the realm of music red flags. Just as we scrutinize potential partners for warning signs, we ask: Is your favorite band or artist waving a red flag or a green one? As always, we start off the episode with our weekly music recommendations, offering up fresh sounds to invigorate your playlist and expand your sonic horizons. Then along with the music red flags, this week we also explore the concept of male manipulator music, and reveal our guilty pleasure songs. Tune in to "Educate Your Earbuds" this week to explore the intricacies of music red flags, challenge your perceptions, and groove to some guilty pleasures. After all, the best way to navigate the world of music is with an informed ear. Thanks for listening! Follow, rate, and review us!  Instagram: Educate.Your.Earbuds.Pod Threads: Educate.Your.Earbuds.Pod TikTok: Educate.Your.Earbuds Email: educate.your.earbuds@gmail.com Links: https://www.buzzfeed.com/hazelcills/25-favorite-bands-that-are-huge-red-flags https://www.reddit.com/r/AskReddit/comments/r0wuel/what_musical_artist_do_you_consider_to_be_a_red/ https://betches.com/spotify-wrapped-red-flags-to-watch-out-for/

In this episode, we embark on a fascinating journey through the realms of music to uncover the most bizarre and perplexing lyrics ever penned. From the psychedelic sounds of the 70s to the avant-garde experiments of the 2010s, we delve into the depths of musical oddities that have left listeners scratching their heads in confusion and wonder. Featuring a curated selection of tracks spanning decades, we showcase the diversity of musical expression and the enduring allure of the unconventional. From nonsensical ramblings to cryptic metaphors, we explore the eclectic landscape of strange lyrics and unravel the mysteries behind them. So tune in, buckle up, and prepare to be mesmerized by the strangest, weirdest music lyrics of all time. Thanks for listening! Follow, rate, and review us!  Instagram: Educate.Your.Earbuds.Pod Threads: Educate.Your.Earbuds.Pod TikTok: Educate.Your.Earbuds Email: educate.your.earbuds@gmail.com Links: https://www.vice.com/en/article/ez7vqp/considering-the-eternal-significance-of-eiffel-65s-blue-da-ba-dee https://www.mtv.com/news/2htaf7/bloodhound-gangs-bad-touch-turns-clock-back-two-decades https://www.buzzfeed.com/alliehayes/dumbest-song-lyrics-ever-reddit https://listverse.com/2023/03/11/top-10-songs-with-lyrics-that-are-literally-nonsense/

Get ready to sip on the piping hot brew of live music gossip and top-tier news as we dive deep into the latest episode of the Educate Your Earbuds podcast. This week, we're serving up all the juicy updates on artists, albums, and the buzz-worthy events shaking up the music scene. Grab your favorite mug and settle in as we spill the tea on Olivia Rodrigo's bold move to offer Plan B at her concerts, sparking a conversation about sexual health and empowerment in the music world. We'll also dish out the delectable details on the reactions to the Glastonbury lineup release, revealing the eclectic mix of talent set to grace the legendary stage. From headliners to hidden gems, we'll break down the lineup and dissect the festival fever sweeping through the music community. And of course, no cup of tea would be complete without a dash of drama. Join us as we spill all the tea on the rollercoaster ride that was Kanye West and Ty Dolla Sign's performance (or lack thereof) at Rolling Loud festival. From unexpected twists to backstage whispers, we'll unravel the rumors and revelations that had fans buzzing. Tune in now and let's sip, spill, and savor the soundscape of today's live music scene. Thanks for listening! Follow, rate, and review us!  Instagram: Educate.Your.Earbuds.Pod Threads: Educate.Your.Earbuds.Pod TikTok: Educate.Your.Earbuds Email: educate.your.earbuds@gmail.com Links: ⁠https://pitchfork.com/news/dua-lipa-announces-new-album-radical-optimism/ https://www.j-14.com/posts/fans-think-role-models-new-song-is-about-emma-chamberlain/ https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/abortion-right-groups-emergency-contraceptives-olivia-rodrigo-tour-1234988691/ https://edm.com/events/coachella-announces-new-electronic-music-stage-quasar https://www.nme.com/news/music/glastonbury-2024-fans-react-to-the-line-up-3601058 https://www.billboard.com/music/concerts/kanye-west-rolling-loud-concert-recap-performance-listening-party-1235634906/

Join us as we celebrate Women's History Month by shining a spotlight on the incredible contributions of influential women in the music industry! From iconic artists like Tina Turner, Aretha Franklin, Taylor Swift, and Beyoncé to trailblazing female music producers and executives, this episode explores their remarkable achievements and enduring legacies.  Tune in to discover not only some fast facts on Women’s History Month, but the stories behind these groundbreaking women who have shaped and revolutionized the world of music! Thanks for listening! Follow, rate, and review us!  Instagram: Educate.Your.Earbuds.Pod Threads: Educate.Your.Earbuds.Pod TikTok: Educate.Your.Earbuds Email: educate.your.earbuds@gmail.com Links: https://stacker.com/music/62-women-who-broke-barriers-music-industry https://www.billboard.com/photos/womens-music-industry-achievements-timeline-75-years-8047014/16-2014/ Articles not used but worth reading: https://www.pbs.org/articles/women-in-music-history-you-should-know https://www.grammy.com/news/lorde-amy-winehouse-lana-del-rey-more-named-most-influential-women-musicians-century

In this episode, we dive into the dynamic world of competition within the music industry. For years, famous pop stars have been compared, pitted against each other in an ongoing spectacle. But does this rivalry breed healthy competition, pushing artists to new heights of creativity and innovation? Or does it create a stifling environment, where artists feel pressured to conform to a predetermined mold? We dissect the delicate balance between healthy competition and creative expression, shedding light on the complex interplay between rivalry and innovation in the music industry. Tune in as we unravel the intricacies of competition in music, exploring its impact on artists, fans, and the industry at large. Whether it's battling for the top spot on the charts or pushing artistic boundaries, one thing is certain: the beat goes on, fueled by the relentless drive to stand out in a crowded musical landscape. Thanks for listening! Follow, rate, and review us!  Instagram: Educate.Your.Earbuds.Pod Threads: Educate.Your.Earbuds.Pod TikTok: Educate.Your.Earbuds Email: educate.your.earbuds@gmail.com Links: https://www.reddit.com/r/AskAnAmerican/comments/kvm40q/how_fierce_is_the_competition_in_music_industry/?rdt=52282 https://people.com/music/christina-aguilera-and-pink-relationship-history/ https://www.buzzfeed.com/sam_cleal/famous-celebrity-feuds-music-ever https://www.bbc.com/news/technology-62305395 https://www.hbs.edu/ris/Publication%20Files/16-109_bd402d7e-f9d1-465f-837e-7e36a3a3ae3e.pdf

Get ready because this episode may only come up once every four years because… it’s leap day!!! This week the Educate Your Earbuds podcast takes a trip down memory lane and discusses major events in music that happened on previous leaps days. We also deep dive on the top songs of past leap days and some other fun ways to celebrate this extra day that we get once every four years!  Thanks for listening! Follow, rate, and review us!  Instagram: Educate.Your.Earbuds.Pod Threads: Educate.Your.Earbuds.Pod TikTok: Educate.Your.Earbuds Email: educate.your.earbuds@gmail.com

Queen B is pivoting to country music! Or is She? Beyonce herself has now joined the long list of pop stars that have pivoted over to releasing country or country inspired songs. Is she here to stay in Country? Probably not but we're here to cover it. As the First Black Woman to top the country charts with her smash hits Texas Holdem' and 16 carriages, this monumental moment needs to be discussed in full detail. This week well cover it all, including our thoughts on the songs. Let us know what you think of them! Thanks for listening! Follow, rate, and review us!  Instagram: Educate.Your.Earbuds.Pod Threads: Educate.Your.Earbuds.Pod TikTok: Educate.Your.Earbuds Email: educate.your.earbuds@gmail.com Links: https://nypost.com/2024/02/18/entertainment/dukes-of-hazard-star-john-schneider-compared-beyonce-to-a-dog-marking-its-territory/ https://www.washingtonpost.com/entertainment/music/2024/02/13/beyonce-texas-hold-em-16-carriages-country-review/ https://www.washingtonpost.com/entertainment/music/2024/02/12/beyonce-country-music-songs-album/ https://www.npr.org/2024/02/17/1232074704/beyonce-country-radio-black-women-musicians https://abcnews.go.com/GMA/Culture/beyonce-new-music-sparking-conversations-country-music-world/story?id=107260013 https://www.tennessean.com/story/entertainment/music/2024/02/15/beyonce-country-album-act-ii-renaissance-country-music-acceptance/72597986007/ https://youtu.be/9tOU3ilHNng?si=PXBeHdDJ5KwIofR_

For all the singles out there that may have just celebrated Galentine's day, and for all the couples feeling the love in the air, the Educate Your Earbuds team prepped something very special... our very first Valentine's Day Special! This week, we will do a deep dive on the best love songs of all time. But what even makes a song a love song? And how does it become one of the best love songs of all time? The answer may be more science than passion, but you'll have to tune in to find out! Thanks for listening! Follow, rate, and review us!  Instagram: Educate.Your.Earbuds.Pod Threads: Educate.Your.Earbuds.Pod TikTok: Educate.Your.Earbuds Email: educate.your.earbuds@gmail.com Links: https://www.billboard.com/lists/top-love-songs-all-time/how-deep-is-your-love-bee-gees-hot-100-peak-no-1-for-three-weeks-1977-2/ https://www.seventeen.com/celebrity/music/g14764767/best-valentines-day-songs-of-all-time/

The Grammy's have come and gone and we got to see some of the biggest names in music come together for one night. Not only did we get to see the biggest music awards of the year get handed out, but we also got to see some incredible performances by today's top artists! And there may not have been a slap like the Oscar's but there was plenty of drama to go around. Join us this week as recap it all, from the winners, losers, and all our favorite moments from the 2024 Grammy's. Thanks for listening! Follow, rate, and review us!  Instagram: Educate.Your.Earbuds.Pod Threads: Educate.Your.Earbuds.Pod TikTok: Educate.Your.Earbuds Email: educate.your.earbuds@gmail.com

The Music Industry has recently been going through a startling trend. They have been laying off huge numbers of their workforce. It doesn't even matter what sector you're in. It's hit record companies and the music tech giants like Spotify. The layoffs also recently hit the big 3 labels as well, Sony, UMG, and WMG. So what does this mean, is the music industry going to crash. This week we dive into all the details surrounding the recent events that have lead up to this, like the streaming boom coming to an end and others. We also discuss if Spotify was doomed to fail from the start. Learn about all this and more as we examine the music industry recession. Thanks for listening! Follow, rate, and review us!  Instagram: Educate.Your.Earbuds.Pod Threads: Educate.Your.Earbuds.Pod TikTok: Educate.Your.Earbuds Email: educate.your.earbuds@gmail.com Links: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2024-01-14/universal-music-layoffs-record-labels-need-a-new-growth-story https://www.musicbusinessworldwide.com/universal-music-to-cut-hundreds-of-jobs-in-q1-with-majority-of-layoffs-in-recorded-music-division-report1/ https://www.wired.com/story/spotify-layoffs-music-streaming-future/ https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/business-news/warner-music-layoffs-1235363023/ https://www.digitalmusicnews.com/2023/01/05/amazon-music-potential-layoffs-2022/ https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2023-09-19/emily-ratajkowski-show-gets-cut-along-with-sony-podcast-jobs?utm_source=podnews.net&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=podnews.net%3A2023-09-20 https://www.billboard.com/pro/music-industry-layoffs-record-labels-umg-cutting-jobs/ https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/business/story/2024-01-12/entertainment-layoffs-pixar-amazon-mgm-twitch-discord-umg https://variety.com/2024/music/news/universal-music-group-lay-off-hundreds-1235870243/ https://musically.com/2023/11/09/amazon-confirms-some-layoffs-within-its-amazon-music-team/

For years the Coachella lineup drop has been a much anticipated date. Music lovers nervously wait to see if their favorite artists will be among the acts headlining the festival...... and to see what secret talents lay in wait on the famously stacked undercard slots. Well the wait is finally over! Coachella has officially released the 2024 edition of their lineup. As a festival that is notorious for selling tickets(and selling out) before the lineup is announced, ticket holders can be forced to hold their breath for months without knowing who they are going to see. This model is loved and hated by many but no matter where you stand, most people realize that Coachella creates a lot of buzz about their lineup for this very reason..... and oh boy was this years lineup a divisive one. The Educate Your Earbuds team is bringing you all the info you need to know about this year's Coachella lineup drop. From our opinions, to who you should listen to on the undercard, as well as how Coachella may have messed up bigtime with the headliners this time around. We will also peel back the curtain on the mega corporations that are behind a large portion of the artists that are performing this year. You are not going to want to miss this one. Thanks for listening! Follow, rate, and review us!  Instagram: Educate.Your.Earbuds.Pod Threads: Educate.Your.Earbuds.Pod TikTok: Educate.Your.Earbuds Email: educate.your.earbuds@gmail.com Links: ⁠https://hq.rostr.cc/reports/who-booked-coachella/2024

Have you ever found yourself listening to a song that you don't listen to often and don't care about much, maybe you think it's overplayed on the radio and you just listen through it to get to the next song... only to find out your brain has memorized the entire lyrics to the song?! Us too. In this episode, the Educate Your Earbuds team discusses why people remember music lyrics so well, even over other important things. We deep dive on how memory works, why we remember lyrics better so easily, and if some people are able to learn music lyrics better than others! If you're someone who struggles remembering song lyrics, we even have some tips for you to get better at this skill. Thanks for listening! Follow, rate, and review us!  Instagram: Educate.Your.Earbuds.Pod Threads: Educate.Your.Earbuds.Pod TikTok: Educate.Your.Earbuds Email: educate.your.earbuds@gmail.com Links: https://sites.psu.edu/siowfa15/2015/10/19/why-are-song-lyrics-so-easy-to-memorize/ https://time.com/6167197/psychology-behind-remembering-music/ https://www.ajournalofmusicalthings.com/can-remember-song-lyrics-better-almost-anything-else/#google_vignette https://theconversation.com/the-science-of-why-you-can-remember-song-lyrics-from-years-ago-204167 https://blog.push.fm/3167/make-stick-remember-song-lyrics-faster-other-information/ https://lesley.edu/article/stages-of-memory#:~:text=When%20long%2Dterm%20memories%20form,length%20types%3A%20recent%20and%20remote. https://psychology.stackexchange.com/questions/85/why-are-some-people-unable-to-easily-memorize-the-lyrics-to-a-song

Why are there breakup seasons throughout the year? To some, the time after the Holidays is peak cuddle season. For others, the time before the holidays through the beginning of the new year is the start of the depressing time of year we call breakup season. AKA the time of year where couples start dropping like flies, and wedding cancellations go out.. Relationships end for various reasons and are usually hard for one or both people involved. After a breakup, a lot of people find comfort in their playlists. Some people play sad songs on repeat and others blast angry "I'm over him" ballads. Whatever your tune, we're here to give you all the info on why and how music can actually scientifically help you with your breakup. And we'll even go through our breakup playlists so you can get through your heartbrake more easily. Thanks for listening! Follow, rate, and review us!  Instagram: Educate.Your.Earbuds.Pod Threads: Educate.Your.Earbuds.Pod TikTok: Educate.Your.Earbuds Email: educate.your.earbuds@gmail.com Links: https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/breakup-around-holidays https://www.glamourmagazine.co.uk/article/breakup-songs https://www.billboard.com/lists/top-breakup-songs-all-time/ https://www.forbes.com/sites/traversmark/2023/04/09/can-heartbreak-music-help-you-move-past-a-breakup-a-psychologist-weighs-in/ https://www.abc.net.au/everyday/how-music-can-help-us-heal-after-a-break-up/10671356 https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-new-resilience/202204/why-listening-sad-music-heals-your-broken-heart

What will be the most popular genre in music this year? What will be the big fashion trends for concerts and festivals in 2024? What do we think musicians and bands will be writing about in their new songs? And what role do we think AI will play in the music space this year?! The Educate Your Earbuds team will answer all these questions and more in the first episode of 2024. Listen carefully and you just may get ahead of the game as we dissect the top trends and predictions in music for the year! Let us know what you think of these music predictions and tell us if there's any big ones you think we missed! Thanks for listening! Follow, rate, and review us!  Instagram: Educate.Your.Earbuds.Pod Threads: Educate.Your.Earbuds.Pod TikTok: Educate.Your.Earbuds Email: educate.your.earbuds@gmail.com

If we had to describe the 2023 live music scene in the simplest of terms, it would be record-breaking! From the monumental Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour by the beloved English legend Sir Elton John, to the glimmering Renaissance tour by Beyonce, and the dominating, record-breaking Eras tour by Taylor Swift, this year in live music was truly one for the books. In this final episode of 2023, the Educate Your Earbuds team recounts the incredible year of live music, from our own personal experiences in the concerts and festivals we attended, to the highs and lows of our live music experience. We finish off the episode by deep diving on the years biggest tours and events in the music space, as well as remembering the great ones that we lost this year. The Educate Your Earbuds team wishes our listeners a heartfelt thank you for supporting us throughout this year and going through this journey with us as we discover endless topics in the world of music. We wish you happy holidays and a wonderful new year. See you in 2024! Thanks for listening! Follow, rate, and review us!  Instagram: Educate.Your.Earbuds.Pod Threads: Educate.Your.Earbuds.Pod TikTok: Educate.Your.Earbuds Email: educate.your.earbuds@gmail.com

How is it that a song that is only on the radio for a few months out of the year can bring in millions of dollars? How is it that a song can stay popular even decades removed from their recording? If you don't already know what we're talking about, then get those elfs on the shelves out and the cookies ready for Santa because this week we deep dive on...Christmas songs! Those catchy tunes that pop up for two months of the year and then disappear without a trace. They may have been covered one too many times, but one thing that the music industry counts on year after year is the sky high profits that come with the Holiday album releases. From the classics like "Jingle Bells" and "White Christmas", to the more recent hits like "All I Want for Christmas" and "Mistletoe", we cover it all on this week's episode. Stay tuned and you'll get to hear our predictions on the song that can (and very well may) replace " All I Want For Christmas" as the seasons top song! Thanks for listening! Follow, rate, and review us!  Instagram: Educate.Your.Earbuds.Pod Threads: Educate.Your.Earbuds.Pod TikTok: Educate.Your.Earbuds Email: educate.your.earbuds@gmail.com

As 2023 starts wrapping up we decided to bring back a fan favorite episode… Spotify Wrapped! We cover the most popular songs and artists of 2023, as well as all the new features included in Spotify Wrapped for this year. Aside from looking at who rocked the streams this year, we also take a deep dive into some of 2023’s global music trends like Coastal Cowgirls and Girl Dinner! Finally, we top this episode off by roasting (in a nice way) all of you for your Spotify Wrapped results, but don’t worry we’ll give you a chance to roast ours as well! Thanks for listening! Follow, rate, and review us!  Instagram: Educate.Your.Earbuds.Pod Threads: Educate.Your.Earbuds.Pod TikTok: Educate.Your.Earbuds Email: educate.your.earbuds@gmail.com

Riddle me this…… what musical artist have you seen at every concert you have ever been to? No it’s not Taylor Swift even if this is your third time going to the Eras Tour. It’s the Headliner! But what makes an artist headliner material? Who do they pick to become the headliners, and why? And where have major festivals like Glastonbury and Lollapollaza gone wrong with their picks in recent years. We answer all these questions and more on this weeks episode. We even give you our predictions for who will be headlining Coachella 2024 this year! Listen in and maybe it will help you learn about headliners at some of your favorite music festivals! Thanks for listening! Follow, rate, and review us!  Instagram: Educate.Your.Earbuds.Pod Threads: Educate.Your.Earbuds.Pod TikTok: Educate.Your.Earbuds Email: educate.your.earbuds@gmail.com

What do sleep and music have in common? They are both great for your health. They can also be combined into something that are greater than the sum of their parts! What do we mean by that? Well we’re talking about sleep sounds of course! Sleep sounds have been known for years to help people get to sleep faster and have higher quality sleep, but recently there has been more research into how listening to actual music around bedtime can help too! It’s been shown to cause physiological reactions such as changes in hormonal levels and slowing down or speeding up your heart rate. All these things can have positive and negative impacts on your sleep, and this week we’ll give you all the tips and tricks you need to use music to maximize your sleep! Thanks for listening! Follow, rate, and review us!  Instagram: Educate.Your.Earbuds.Pod Threads: Educate.Your.Earbuds.Pod TikTok: Educate.Your.Earbuds Email: educate.your.earbuds@gmail.com Links: https://www.saatva.com/blog/does-white-noise-help-you-sleep/#:~:text=Noise%20can%20have%20a%20significant,frequencies%2C%20may%20also%20boost%20memory. https://www.cnn.com/2021/03/18/health/white-pink-brown-noise-sleep-wellness/index.html https://www.sleepfoundation.org/noise-and-sleep/pink-noise-sleep https://www.healthline.com/health/pink-noise-sleep#description https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18426457/ https://www.sleepadvisor.org/listening-to-music-while-sleeping/ https://www.chasedentalsleepcare.com/blog/effects-of-listening-to-music-while-sleeping