Archive - Music & Beans

#10: Under the hood of Tracy Chapman's 'Fast Car'

Chapman's 1988 hit from her debut album is having a moment — but it's not even the first comeback in the song's lifetime.

Feb 6 •

January 2022

#9: Blur-red Lines

I'm back after a hiatus for some completely objective and level-headed journalism on the heated case between Damon Albarn vs Taylor Alison Swift.

Jan 25, 2022 •

June 2021

#8: That Funny Feeling

Mr. Burnham still has me in his grips, I fear. Plus, we are finally getting the 10-minute version of All Too Well.

Jun 23, 2021 •

April 2021

#7: SNL Musical Guests: The Good, The Bad and The Kanye

The most jaw-dropping SNL performances from over the years based on how chaotic or cool they were. plus, find out what your school's most-listened to…

Apr 1, 2021 •

January 2021

#6: Red Lights, Stop Signs

"drivers license" is doing numbers & the music industry seriously owes it to Gen Z and TikTok. plus, miley! tiny! desk!

Jan 28, 2021 •

#5: Nice Music, Shit Clothes

Choose your fighter: Blur vs. Oasis. Plus, a song by a literal 17-year-old that will rip your heart out

Jan 15, 2021 •

#4: Got Georgia on My Mind

Looking back on Ray Charles' 1960 classic rendition of the song. Plus, where to find all those catchy violin covers of pop songs in 'Bridgerton.'

Jan 6, 2021 •

December 2020

#3: The 'Derry Girls' Soundtrack is a One-Way Ticket Back to the '90s

you should probably watch this show asap rocky. plus, the explicit version of "Potential Break Up Song" you didn't know you needed, and a big ol…

Dec 30, 2020 •

#2: Sorry, the Old Taylor Can't Come to the Phone Right Now

why? cause she's too tired from carrying the entire pop industry on her back. plus, an AI-bot that roasts your music taste

Dec 24, 2020 •

#1: Don't Stop Her Now

Princess Diana, Freddie Mercury, and a wild night on the town. Plus, your next favorite artist based on your Spotify Wrapped.

Dec 16, 2020 •

Introducing Music & Beans

a weekly newsletter at the intersection of music, history and pop culture.

Dec 13, 2020 •

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