🔥 Erika is here for B-Side Banter Ep. 26, and she’s bringing the HEAT with some of the hottest music opinions you’ll hear all year.

We dive into her love for Pink Floyd, The Strokes, and Arctic Monkeys, her obsession with Lana Del Rey & Björk, and her very strong feelings about Alex Warren, Addison Rae, Sabrina Carpenter, and Noah Kahan. From arguing why older music hits harder to picking 5 albums everyone must hear, this episode is a rollercoaster of music nostalgia, bold opinions, and hilarious tangents.

💬 Agree or disagree with Erika’s takes? Drop your hottest music opinion in the comments!

In this episode of B-Side Banter, Tyler interviews Joe Donnelly, a music reviewer known for his engaging content on platforms like TikTok and Instagram. Joe shares his journey from radio to creating music review videos, emphasizing the importance of authenticity in music criticism.

They discuss the reactions to Joe's ranking videos, particularly those on Radiohead and Pink Floyd, and the challenges of engaging with passionate fanbases.

The conversation also touches on the cultural impact of Charlie XCX's 'Brat' album, the legacy of Ozzy Osbourne, and the vibrant state of Irish music today. Joe highlights emerging Irish artists and the balance between discovering new music while appreciating classic favorites.

On this episode of B-Side Banter, Tyler sits down with collector, curator, and music historian Smitty to talk about the crossroads of soul, hip-hop, jazz, and country—and why certain genres seem to resist blending.They cover everything from:• Smitty’s first jazz record at age 12 🎷• His complicated relationship with country music 🤠• Forgotten legends like Jackie Wilson & Frankie Lymon 🎤• Why the 80s might be underrated for pop 🕺• Industry plants, indie success, and the TikTok effect 🤖• Whether Michael Jackson or Prince takes the crown 👑It’s a mix of nostalgia, critique, and love for music’s past, present, and future.🟡 New episodes every week — subscribe to join the convo.