B-Side Banter

A podcast where music takes center stage. It dives into album reviews, spirited debates, and playful music-themed games with guest co-hosts, exploring everything from deep cuts to chart-toppers. Perfect for music lovers who enjoy fresh takes and lively discussions.

B-Side Banter is a music podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 42 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Unknown Host hosts B-Side Banter, a music show with 42 episodes published.

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  Episode #34

  Taylor Swift’s Flop Era? Tyler’s Controversy & Hip-Hop’s Mixed Bag Year

  Oct 23, 202555 minS0

  <p>🔥 Welcome back to B-Side Banter! 🔥</p><p>I’m joined once again by What’s The Buzz, and this episode is PACKED with hip-hop and pop chaos. We’re breaking down 2025’s most polarizing albums — from Freddie Gibbs’ “Alfredo II” and Tyler, The Creator’s “Don’t Tap The Glass,” to Lil Wayne’s forgotten rock experiment and Playboi Carti’s bloated flop.</p><p>We also debate whether 2025 has been a career-defining year or a creative collapse for some of music’s biggest names. Did Travis Scott sabotage his own rollout to spite Pusha T? Why did Taylor Swift’s new album fall flat? And is...

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  The Timeless Power of R&B & Soul Records

  Oct 21, 202521 minS5

  <p>Some collectors chase hype — others chase history.<br>In this episode of Pressed, I’m joined by Smitty from Smitty Soul Shack — a lifelong R&B, jazz, and soul collector — to talk about why classic records still move us in ways modern music can’t.</p><p>We dig into:</p><p>How his grandfather’s jazz collection sparked a lifelong passion 🎷</p><p>Why soul and R&B hit differently (hint: it’s the church roots)</p><p>The magic of bargain-bin finds and crate-digging stories</p><p>How vinyl collecting has changed — the good and the bad</p><p>The story behi...

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  Episode #33

  Global Beatles, Japanese Jazz Punk, & Forgotten Legends

  Oct 3, 202558 minS0

  <p>🌍 Welcome back to B-Side Banter! 🌍</p><p><br></p><p>This week I’m joined by Jakk from A1234, one of the internet’s sharpest voices on global music discovery. We dive deep into the world’s hidden music gems—everything from the “Polish Beatles” to the wild underground scene of Japanese jazz punk.</p><p><br></p><p>Jakk shares must-listen albums from every continent, stories of overlooked legends like Johnny Alf (the real pioneer of bossa nova) and Miriam Makeba (fighting apartheid with music), and even why Carol of the Bells was originally a Ukrainian protest song. We also explore wh...

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  Do Crosley Cruisers Really Ruin Records? Crosley Responds

  Sep 30, 202527 minS0

  <p>Few brands in vinyl spark as much debate as Crosley. In this episode of Pressed, I sit down with Caitlin and Barrett from Crosley Record Players to talk about the brand’s history, clear the air on whether Crosley Cruisers really ruin your records, and dive into how inclusivity and accessibility are shaping the future of vinyl.</p><p><br></p><p>We also cover:</p><p>• The surprising 100+ year history of Crosley, from radios to cars to record players</p><p>• Whether the Cruiser is truly dangerous for your vinyl — or if it’s just a myth</p><p>• Why th...

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  Episode #32

  Stranger Things Star to Music Icon: Djo’s Rise, Crux Deluxe, & Steve Harrington’s Fate

  Sep 25, 202553 minS0

  <p>🔥 Djo’s moment is here. 🔥</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of B-Side Banter, I sit down with Kelly from Djo Daily to unpack the meteoric rise of Joe Keery’s music career. We trace his journey from Post Animal to Stranger Things fame, the viral breakout of “End of Beginning,” and why The Crux Deluxe might be the perfect album of the summer.</p><p><br></p><p>We debate whether Djo should be considered a musician first, actor second, break down the unique nostalgia of his sound, and even dive into why he’s never released a singl...

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