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Media Assassins: An Uncomfortable Look At Modern Music Journalism Feb 20, 2019

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This is the episode only The Music Snobs could do. In this era of music streaming, corporate interests, and brand dominance, we take an uncomfortable look at the role of music journalism in the digital age. Guest-Snob and Vibe Magazine Editor-in-Chief, Datwon Thomas, joins us to ask some important questions. Is genuine music criticism still alive? Or are modern journalists too afraid to bite the hand that feeds them? The crew also finds time to present “All the Critics Love U”—a roundtable discussion that asks: what decision did a critic or awards show get stratospherically wrong?

Special Guest: Datwon Thomas.

Anderson .Paak: The Mainstream Star Who Shines Underground Jan 16, 2019

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Welcome to Season 1, Episode 1 of The Music Snob’s new format! To kick things off we’ve centered this episode around one of today’s most innovative and promising artists: Anderson .Paak. Join us as the Snobs discuss .Paak’s unique brand of music and his atypical rise to stardom. Then get ready for this season’s first roundtable: What great song by one artist would fit perfectly into another artist's catalogue?

Did You See Donald Glover’s New Song (And Is Sight The New Sound)? Oct 15, 2018

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When Childish Gambino released This Is America he verified a burgeoning truth: sight is the new sound. With the recording industry now dominated by the visual appeal of online and mobile content, TMS asks: what does the power of YouTube, video albums, and Instagram branding mean for the future of actual music? Stick around for a picture-perfect roundtable when the Snobs ask each other: what album would have been better received with different cover art?

The Past, Present, And Future of The Ballad (feat. Salaam Remi) Feb 14, 2018

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In mid-February love is always in the air, but is it in the groove? Salaam Remi—producer behind hits for Amy Winehouse, Miguel, Nas and more—joins TMS to debate the past, present, and future of the ballad. From Sinatra's stylings and Miles's blues, to Marvin's longings and Drake's feelings, the Snobs dive into the heart of the love song only to discover the soul of the slow jam. Before leaving, Salaam and the fellas nominate their pick for greatest break-up song of all time. Happy Valentine’s Day, y’all!

Special Guest: Salaam Remi.

The (Black) British Invasion: The Love Affair Between UK Artists And Black Music Jan 10, 2018

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The Music Snobs take a sonic trip across the pond to discuss the lasting love affair between U.K. artists and black music. From Soul II Soul to Sampha: what is it about the British that connects them so passionately to what’s commonly viewed as an American art form? Lastly, during an inspired Round Table, the crew gets the rare opportunity to right their wrongs when each Snob is asked: out of every opinion you ever stood behind on TMS, which one would you take back?

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In The Company Of Tourists: Prince, And The Only Eulogy To Him That Matters Oct 27, 2017

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A special From the Vault episode of TMS:

After his untimely death, just as it was during his unparalleled career, the mainstream has celebrated Prince’s purple pop while consistently ignoring his black funk. During this special and previously unreleased 'From the Vault' episode of TMS, Scoop, Isaac, Jehan, and Arthur give the man who may well have been the greatest artist of all time the eulogy that only they could. During an unforgettable conversation, the Snobs explore life without a legend and reminisce over what made Prince ‘ours'.

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TMS dives deep into the mythology, history, and music of Prince’s funkiest unreleased project: Camille.

The Triple Threat Of Donald Glover Jul 04, 2017

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The Music Snobs take on the future by examining one of the present’s most talked about artists: Donald Glover aka Childish Gambino. With his 2016 album “Awaken, My Love”, the creator of TV’s “Atlanta" elevated himself from hip-pop prodigy to neo-funk pioneer—or did he? Scoop, Isaac, Jehan, and Arthur question the impact of Childish on the current soundscape and wonder if his explorations can ignite tomorrow’s sound. And to top off the episode, the fellas ask each other what was the most important music happening that took place during the Snobs’ infamous 2016 break? Buckle up.

Moving The Crowd In The Digital Age (feat. Van Hunt) Mar 03, 2017

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Join us for a very special episode of The Music Snobs as the crew welcomes the multi-talented singer, songwriter, and musician Van Hunt and debuts a brand new TMS segment. With the advent of online ‘crowdfunding’ becoming a regular occurrence in the music industry, the Snobs plus their Guest Snob debate the pros and cons of moving the crowd in the digital age and what it means for fans to become investors. And if that wasn’t enough, this ep features the premiere of ‘Versus’, where Snobs pair up and go to battle, this time pitting Prince’s Official Releases vs. The Vault.

Special Guest: Van Hunt.

Race, And Artistic Responsibility In An Age Of Crisis Jan 30, 2017

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After spending all of 2016 trying to shake off 2016, Scoop, Isaac, Jehan, and Arthur have returned to take a critical look at race and artist responsibility in current music.

The R&B Influence On Pop, And Pop's Infidelity To R&B Dec 30, 2015

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2015 gets the ultimate side-eye when your favorite Snobs take a moment to reminisce over the past 12 months in music. Join Scoop, Isaac, Jehan, and Arthur as they sound off about the return of R&B's undeniable influence over Pop music in 2015 then take time to resurrect the "8-Track" by naming their 8 favorite songs of the year. And just to set the new year off right, the fellas introduce Snobstradamus: an unforgettable round table discussion that predicts what events will impact music most in 2016.

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