Super Awesome Mix
"I made you a mix tape" -- some of the best words to hear from someone you care about! Join Matt and Sam on a weekly mix tape adventure: each guest is asked to pick a theme and make a mix tape, which will be unveiled over the course of the episode. You're guaranteed to hear about good music, some new music, and even learn some trivia along the way. Come listen with us, and be sure to grab your copy of the mix made available in the Super Awesome App in each episode's show notes.
Episodes
Mixtape Rewind: Epic Guitar Solos!
Get ready to shred! In this week's Mixtape Rewind, Sam and Matt break down 12 of the most unforgettable guitar solos of all time. From classic rock legends like Eric Clapton and Jimmy Page to unexpected spots like Eddie Van Halen on Beat It, this mix has it all — soaring intros, face-melting outros, and plenty of wah-wah pedal magic.We’re talking:Freebird, Layla, Hotel CaliforniaUnderrated ba
Underrated Gems with Grammy Winner Dom Morley
This week Matt Sidhom sits down with Dom Morley, a Grammy-winning producer and mix engineer with 30 years at the top of the music industry. Having learned his craft at London’s legendary Metropolis Studios alongside producers like Tony Visconti, Phil Spector and Mark Ronson, Dom engineered Amy Winehouse’s iconic Back to Black (earning a Grammy for Record of the Year) and has worked across genres w
Mixtape Rewind: Our First Mixtape (now with music!)
We just hit mixtape #200 so this week, let's take it back to the first mixtape. Sam made his desert island mix and if you'll notice, we've got clips of the songs now included in the episode. Take a listen, and go ahead and give us a five star review just for still going this long! Sam's desert island mix features everything from high-octane wake-up tracks and nostalgic 90s/2
Loud Quitting: The Ultimate Playlist for Career Transitions with Edoardo Savi
Are you feeling stuck in your career or ready to step into your next chapter? On this episode of Super Awesome Mix, host Matt Sidhom sits down with leadership coach Edoardo Savi—a mentor to over 250 professionals who uses pop culture, music, and media as live case studies for self-identity and career growth.Moving away from the trend of "quiet quitting," Edoardo shares his concept of &qu
Mixtape Rewind: Favorite Songs From Disney Movies
Mixtape Rewind this week goes back to when Matt and Sam got you ready for back to school with a mix of Disney favorites.You can find the playlist here:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6oKpN3YHTTTTDD3FVRmR61?si=29fad860663748b6A Whole New World by Lea Salonga, Brad Kane, DisneyNobody Like U by 4*TOWN Chim Chim Cher-ee by Dick Van Dyke, Julie Andrews, Karen Dotrice, Matthew GarberCan’t Stop Singing
Mixtape #200!!!
Matt and Sam are back together to present the 200th new mixtape in Super Awesome Mix Podcast history!! This week, they look back on some of their favorite mixes and either pick a new song to add to it or bring back a song from that mix. Oh and we learn Matt can make himself sound like a specific Muppet.Check out the playlist here:https://my.superawesomemix.com/mix/200th-episode-of-sam-71081. Beaut
Mixtape Rewind: Intro to Bruce Springsteen!
On the bring of mixtape #200, we go back to the mix featuring Matt's favorite artist who has appeared on the show more often than any other artist, Bruce Springsteen. In spite of the constant Springsteen references on the show, it was actually quite a ways into the life of the show before they did this one. Whether you're a die hard fan or not, you're sure to enjoy this one.https:
Author & Entrepreneur Shadley Grei!
Writer, artist, songwriter, publisher and entrepreneur Shadley Grei joins Matt Sidhom to discuss his new novel 'Before Closure' which was named Insightful LGBTQ+ Perspective at the 2026 Midwest Book Awards. He can help you take your ideas and turn them into actions, his website is GreiMatters.com.https://my.superawesomemix.com/mix/shadley-greis-before-closure-mixtape-b21cWhen You Left -
Mixtape Rewind: Lora Larson Miller of the Music Club Substack
Lora Larson Miller of the Music Club Substack joins Matt and Samer to present a mixtape/festival lineup for Club Music!Playlist:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/23E1HgR7VU6Z4MIjZstd6D?si=fe6d55f8b2734612Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/loralarsonmiller/Substack:https://musiclub.substack.com/ Fiorucci Made Me Hardcore by Barry Can’t SwimOnlyL by TSHA, NIMMOI Still Believe - Purple disco Machine
Franky Corcoran of 'The Corcoran Entertainment Show'!
It's an All-Canadian mixtape as Franky Corcoran, host of the The Corcoran Entertainment Show' joins us to highlight twelve Canadian artists and talk about the current and historic music scene in Canada.https://my.superawesomemix.com/mix/o-canada-55c21. I Hope God Plays Fetch - Amber Walls2. Good Time to Write a Song - The Mainlanders3. 3, 2, 1 - Brett Kissel4. Bobcaygeon - The Tragicall
Mixtape Rewind: New Music Mixtape September 2023
This week's Mixtape Rewind takes us back to September 2023 when we get new music from an eclectic mix of indie bands and established acts. https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3oBJCzIah4nr5iEaIlB7Sk?si=d7e3cf4a989246bbLady Vagabond - Grace PotterEverything - SevendustEvicted - WilcoI Hate Boston - Renee RappLet The Sun Come In - PretendersAn Arrow In The Wall - Death Cab for CutieFear and Frid
Actor Dave Maldonado of 'Sinners'!
Actor Dave Maldonado of 'Sinners', 'Deepwater Horizon' and the Netflix series 'His & Hers' joins Matt Sidhom to take you through a mixtape that guides stories from throughout his career. https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/dave-maldonado-playlist/pl.u-5BllsmVe0jWill Ye Go, Lassie Go? – Lola Kirke, Jack O’Connel, Peter Dreams - SINNERS In Due Time – Killswitch En
Mixtape Rewind: Our First Karoake Mix Tape!
Since everyone enjoyed Mike Wiston on last week's episode, we wanted to bring up our first mix of songs to karaoke to. This is from all the way back in season 1! https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/super-awesome-mix-karaoke-mix-vol-1/pl.u-EgNrIVMmxrDon't Stop Believin - JourneyCracklin Rosie - Neil DiamondI Want It That Way - Backstreet BoysJust the Way You Are - Billy JoelAfrica - Toto
Mike Wiston of Friday Night Karoake!
Mike Wiston, CEO of MowPod and the host of the Friday Night Karoake podcast, joins the show to give us a Part 2 of Best Songs to Karoake To.https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/mike-wiston-playlist/pl.u-4kblURm05v1. Friend Like Me - Robin Williams2. Love Shack - B-52s3. Jump in the Line - Harry Belafonte4. Rebel Yell - Billy Idol5. Summer Nights - John Travolta & Olivia Newton-John6. Phineas an
Mixtape Rewind: Author and Podcaster Gina Grad!
Broadcaster, Podcaster and Author Gina Grad joins Matt and Sam to bring her mix of songs that bring her tears of joy! You do not want to miss this episode or this mix!Check out Gina's book My Extra Mom and follow her on social media @GinaGrad and @MyExtraFamily! Here's the playlist on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6L4FddlgWmwhdw8FWmmR4T?si=0f0f9f0323314629 Here's the m
Songs of Anarchy with Michael Storm from 'Toward Anarchy'
Michael Storm, host of the Toward Anarchy podcast - @TowardAnarchy (www.towardanarchy.com) joins Matt Sidhom to talk about the concept of anarchy and how it’s more universal than one may think. He also shares a mix we’re calling Songs of Anarchy. If you’re in the Topeka area, check out his comic book shop, Amazing Fantasies (www.AmazingFantasies.com) https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/songs-of-
Mixtape Rewind: Spring Break Vol. 2! (Mix Tape #12, S3)
This week's Mixtape Rewind takes us back to our second Spring Break Party Mix! You'll hear us reference a survey of whose side was better, I'm pretty sure Sam won this won pretty easily at the time. But if on a second listen, you want to chime in, get to us @SuperAwesomeMix on Instagram. https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/spring-break-2023-mix/pl.u-9N9LXv3t1GR9BYe https://open.
Songs from Summer Blockbuster Movies!
Jenn Tully joins Matt Sidhom to talk about 12 songs from Summer Blockbuster Movies over the last several decades.https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/summer-blockbusters/pl.u-qkP5fNGyBP1. Holiday Road - Lindsey Buckingham - National Lampoon's Vacation2. Playing with the Boys - Kenny Loggins - Top Gun3. Accidentally In Love - Counting Crows - Shrek 24. Summer Nights - John Travolta & Olivia
Mixtape Rewind: Song Titles (with Parenthesis)
This week's Mixtape Rewind has Matt and Samer presenting their long-discussed mix of songs with parenthesis in the title. Some are more necessary (than others). Playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5Mk7TSCkVRFhMn0mHpf9lq?si=UyfLgiFRRRmWqRtcQoyvMA Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/songs-with-needless-parenthesis/pl.u-11zBJWBfNWpD5mBStay (I Missed You) by Lisa
Singer/Songwriter Catie Offerman! (Part 2)
Matt has a two-part one on one interview with Singer/Songwriter/Musician/Entrepreneur Catie Offerman. This week, the focus is on Catie's own music and how she started her own line of unique bandana necklaces! Check out Catie's work:Her website - https://www.catieofferman.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/catieofferman/Mandriana Bandanas Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mand
Singer/Songwriter Catie Offerman! (Part 1)
Matt has a two-part one on one interview with Singer/Songwriter/Musician/Entrepreneur Catie Offerman. This week, the focus is on some of Catie's inspiration as she broke into the music world. You won't want to miss the story of how she met and later had the opportunity to open for the great George Strait!Check out Catie's work:Her website - https://www.catieofferman.com/Instagram
Mixtape Rewind: Songs That Ask The Big Questions
This week's Mixtape Rewind takes us back to season 2 when Matt and Sam put together a mix centered around songs that ask questions. We kick off with The Who asking the most direct opener imaginable, then slide into Third Eye Blind heartbreak, Snoop Dogg identity, and a newer Snoop cut that feels like confidence distilled. Along the way we hit War’s endlessly singable “Why Can’t We Be Friends
May And Might Mixtape
One word can send a playlist in a dozen directions. We set the rule to “May” and “might” and then let the songs do what great songs always do: open doors we didn’t expect. Jenn Tully fills in for Sam and joins Matt to trade picks that connect by title, lyric, and mood, and we keep the curation human, leaning on memory and instinct instead of outsourcing taste.We start with the Bee Gees in their pr
Mixtape Rewind: The Do Not Play Wedding List
This week's Mixtape Rewind is an important one. We put together a “songs you should definitely not play at a wedding” mixtape a couple of years ago and we think it still works. We've got wildly overplayed crowd-pleasers, feel-good hits with breakup lyrics, and nostalgic bangers that get real weird the moment you listen closely.We start with the classics that seem harmless until you hav
Super Awesome April New Music Mix!
Matt and Sam are back with new music for the month of April!We start in bright, timeless territory with Bruno Mars and a throwback pop approach that feels built for wedding dance floors, then slam the door into heavier energy with Muse leaning into hard rock and metal textures. From there, we dig into Fantastic Cat’s sharp songwriting, where a simple hook hides surprisingly dark, observant lines a
Mixtape Rewind: Intro to Van Halen
Prepare to immerse yourself in the 1980s rock scene as we explore the electrifying world of Van Halen. Matt and Samer take you on a fascinating journey through the band's evolution, sharing personal insights and experiences that bring the music to life. Learn why the band's famous concert rider demanded no brown M&Ms and how this quirky detail ensured the safety of their elaborate st
A Birthday Playlist Built On Perfect Squares
Matt just turned 49, and instead of doing a normal birthday playlist, we turned it into a rule: only songs from the years he hit perfect-square ages. That one idea creates a timeline you can actually hear, jumping from 1978 to 1981 to 1986, then into 1993, 2002, and 2013, with two tracks per year and a lot of life packed in between.We talk through why each pick makes the cut and what it carries wi
Mixtape Rewind: Season 1 Listener Built Summer Playlist
This week's Mixtape Rewind takes us back to Season 1 when Instagram picked our summer soundtrack, and we just tried to keep up. We asked listeners to send their best summer songs, then built a real mixtape out of the chaos: 12 tracks that feel like heat haze, long evenings, and that first day when summer finally clicks into place. Along the way, we shout out the people who submitted picks and
Super Awesome New Music Mix - March 2026
Spring shows up and suddenly the release calendar explodes, so Matt and Sam do what we always do on Super Awesome Mix: sift through the chaos and hand you a March new music playlist that’s actually worth your time. We start with U2’s “Yours Eternally,” a collaboration that pulls in Ed Sheeran and Ukrainian artist Taras Topolia and frames a protest minded moment with an unexpectedly hopeful finish.
Mixtape Rewind: The Best of 2022!
This week's Mixtape Rewind take us back to the end of 2022 as we countdown our final 12 songs of the year. We argue, laugh and occasionally get a little existential about the songs that earned repeat plays, the lyrics that won’t let go, and the artists who made the whole internet stop and listen.We start in motion with a driving track that brings back the pre-smartphone road trip era and the
Singer Songwriter XBYRDX talks about 'Anthem for the End Times'
A steel town becomes a stage, a chorus becomes a dare, and a new record asks what we’ll do when the comfort runs out. We sit down with XBYRDX (aka Bird), a southern Indiana singer‑songwriter, to trace six formative tracks—Springsteen’s Youngstown, The Jesus and Mary Chain’s Just Like Honey, The Clash’s White Riot, The Replacements’ Unsatisfied, The Cure’s Plainsong, and Hüsker Dü’s Don’t Want to K
Mixtape Rewind: Jenn Tully's Desert Island Mix!
This week's Mixtape Rewind has our friend and the host of the podcast What Are You Listening To?, Jenn Tully, joining Matt and Sam to present her Desert Island Mix.....which may have changed since we recorded this episode.From 80s powerhouses to modern indie storytellers, Jenn maps the songs that shaped her life and the moments they still soundtrack.We start in montage mode with John Waite’s
February’s Best New Music Mix
Blizzard warnings outside, sonic weather systems inside. Matt and Sam pulled together twelve new tracks that cut through the February haze, from Bruce Springsteen’s lightning-fast protest release to Charli XCX’s orchestral, slow-burn elegance. The throughline is momentum—how artists old and new push ideas forward, whether by turning up the amps, sharpening the story, or stripping a feeling down to
Mixtape Rewind: Same Title, Different Songs
This week's Mixtape Rewind takes us back to Season 3 when we first thought of the idea that would become our podcast, The Battle.What happens when two totally different songs share the exact same title? We built a “battle mix” to find out—pairing heavyweights and outliers across genres and decades—then we argue, analyze, and crown winners. From Go to Get Back, each round reveals how a single
A Birthday Mix Of Misfit Tracks That Still Shine
What do you do with songs you adore but can’t file anywhere? That was the inspiration for Sam's 2026 birthday mix. He shares with Matt everything from TV themes that outshine their shows, soundtrack deep cuts that became life markers, long builds that earn their intensity, and genre-bending grooves that defy labels.We start with Benjamin Clementine’s Nemesis and the power of a great intro to
Mixtape Rewind: Second Albums That Soared
This week's Mixtape Rewind takes us back to season 2 where we started off looking at second albums from artists. We pull from a wide spectrum—Bowie and Springsteen, Weezer and George Strait, Macklemore & Ryan Lewis and Kacey Musgraves, Childish Gambino and AJR, Vampire Weekend, All-American Rejects, Foo Fighters, and Kanye—to map the patterns behind sophomore success. The result is a gui
We Built A January Mixtape So You Don’t Have To
New year, clean slate, and a mixtape that refuses to play it safe. We kick things off with ASAP Rocky’s Helicopter, a three‑minute charge from Don’t Be Dumb that sets a confident tone for a tightly curated run through surprise genres, sharp writing, and risky ideas. From there, we veer into Band of Heathens shifting into country textures, then drop into Iron and Wine’s porch‑warm melancholy and An
Mixtape Rewind: The Art of the Album Opener
This week's Mixtape Rewind takes you back to where Matt and Sam reviewed memorable first tracks from albums. The first track can make you stay, skip, or fall in love. We dove into 12 album openers that don’t just start a record — they define it — and traced how a great intro sets the promise for everything that follows. From the sunlit optimism of the Beach Boys’ Wouldn’t It Be Nice to the n
We Explore Iconic Sixth Albums And How Artists Find New Freedom
What if the sixth album is where artists finally step into their truest selves? We kick off season six by chasing that idea across genres and decades, building a mix from Radiohead, Bruce Springsteen, Kendrick Lamar, Prince, Beyoncé, The Beatles, Jay-Z, John Mayer, The National, Michael Jackson, Foo Fighters, and A Tribe Called Quest. The pattern that emerges is hard to ignore: at album six, craft
Best of Season 5: Winter Andrews on Acting, Singing and his Debut EP!
A voice can be an instrument, a mirror, and sometimes a battlefield. That’s the ground we cover with actor-singer Winter Andrews aka the “indie sorcerer”—as we trace how mimicry, rhythm, and empathy shaped both his acting and his music. From being moved by Regina Spektor’s allegory in Samson to discovering the strange peace inside Hozier’s Shrike, Winter opens up about the songs that taught him to
Best of Season 5: Tori Norman Castillo of Kelzana Artist Management!
The first few minutes the audio might get choppy but it's fixed for the majority of the episode afterwards! Apologies for that.The moment Tori Norman Castillo quit her Wall Street job from an LAX terminal after attending the Grammys, she knew her path forward would be different. As co-founder of Kelzana Artist Management, she's now revolutionizing how musicians build sustainable careers
Sam's Best of 2025!
Sam's had a big year and now he gives Matt and all the listeners his top 12 songs of 2025!We open with punchy rock and bass-heavy pop, shift into raw confessionals, and close with orchestral EDM that practically lifts you out of your seat. The throughline is contrast: songs that hype you up, songs that make you think, and songs that do both without breaking a sweat.We kick off with Wet Leg’s
Matt's Best of 2025!
This week Matt brings his 12 best songs of 2025 to the mix and Sam helps him count them down.We start by turning chaos into rhythm—yes, we joke about measuring chores in “Bruno Mars minutes”—and then dig into the textures that made this list sing. Inhaler brings that recognizable lineage without slipping into pastiche, while Jon Batiste crossfades jazz, soul, R&B, and hip‑hop into one irresist
Mixtape Rewind: Supergroups That Actually Super Shine
In this week's mixtape rewind, we go back a couple of years to when Matt and Sam did a deep dive into music supergroups.Imagine loading a playlist where legends keep walking through the door. That’s the ride we built as we dive into supergroups that actually deliver, from the crunch of Audioslave and the finesse of Cream to the indie cohesion of Boygenius and the pure joy of the Traveling Wil
Happy Thanksgiving!!
Just a quick message of gratitude for our listeners. Also, you can publish your own Best Of mix with our Mix Tape Cards and save 20% from now until the end of the year with the Promo Code: BESTOFGo to My.SuperAwesomeMix.com and start using our new app on any device - mobile or laptop. Copy and paste a link to your playlist then turn it into an old school mixtape in minutes! Support the showVisi
Gratitude Anthems: From Sly To Snoop And Diana Ross
Sam is back! He and Matt reunite just in time for Thanksgiving to give everyone a mix of songs featuring the term Thank You.We kick off with Sly’s Thank You and the relief of being yourself again, then trace how Dido’s gentle melody got flipped into Eminem’s Stan without erasing its original warmth. Andrew Gold’s Thank You for Being a Friend sparks a riff on friendship rituals, party etiquette, a
From Stadium Anthems To Dreaming Big: A Women’s World Cup Mix
This week's mixtape rewind takes us back to 2023 when Matt and Sam put together a mix for the Women's World Cup.The whistle blew, the bracket shifted, and the story changed—so we built a soundtrack that changes with it. Our U‑S‑A chant mix isn’t about pretending the loss didn’t happen; it’s about finding the spark that keeps fans singing and players pushing. We start with Haim’s “Up From
November’s Fresh Finds
Jenn Tully joins Matt Sidhom for the last new music mix of 2025! They trace November’s most interesting new releases and rare finds, from soulful love songs to rediscovered Springsteen, with detours through genre-bending pop and hopeful rock. Surprises, callbacks, and a few future anthems round out the mix.• Why St. Paul and the Broken Bones still hit with tender, timeless soul• The Neighbourhood
Mixtape Rewind: New Music Mix January 2022
This week's Mixtape Rewind takes you back to January 2022 when Matt and Sam gave you 12 new tracks from the latter part of 2021. Sam is almost certain one song is Norwegian but later realizes it was actually French - you'll have to listen to find out what that's all about. (The perils of recording early in the morning).Nearly four years ago, we went from a posthumous Juice WRLD cut
Winter Andrews On Voice, Acting, And A Debut EP
A voice can be an instrument, a mirror, and sometimes a battlefield. That’s the ground we cover with actor-singer Winter Andrews aka the “indie sorcerer”—as we trace how mimicry, rhythm, and empathy shaped both his acting and his music. From being moved by Regina Spektor’s allegory in Samson to discovering the strange peace inside Hozier’s Shrike, Winter opens up about the songs that taught him to
When the Guest Outshines the Headliner: From Dre on Blackstreet to Taylor with The National
What happens when the feature isn’t just a guest, but the gravitational force that reshapes a song’s destiny? This week, we go back to Season 3, and Matt and Sam dive into 12 tracks where the featured artist is bigger than the headliner and map the creative ripple effects—from credibility boosts and audience crossovers to subtle vocal weaves that change how a story is told. It’s a tour through hip
October Sounds, Sharp and Strange
It's new music for the month of October! Jenn Tully fills in for Sam again this month alongside Matt Sidhom. Together they built a mix that moves from David Byrne’s question-rich groove with Ghost Train Orchestra and Hayley Williams to Florence and the Machine’s roof-raising declaration of ambition, with plenty of discoveries and nostalgic detours in between. We kick off with What Is the Re
Shredding Stereotypes: The Sound of Female Power
From guitar virtuosos to vocal powerhouses, Matt and Sam's "Women Who Rock: Volume 2" showcases twelve artists who represent the extraordinary breadth and depth of women's contributions to rock music.St. Vincent (Annie Clark) kicks things off with "Los Ageless," her scathing take on Los Angeles culture wrapped in irresistible guitar work. Meanwhile, Kate Bush's &
Free Falling Through Musical Genres
What happens when you search for songs with the word "fall" in the title? A musical journey spanning decades, genres, and emotions that will surprise you at every turn.Matt Sidhom and Sam Abousalbi dive deep into twelve tracks united only by a single word, uncovering fascinating stories behind each song. Did you know Tom Petty's iconic "Free Fallin'" was initially rej
The Multi-Talented: When Hollywood Meets the Music World
Matt and Samer dive deep into twelve remarkable artists who've successfully bridged the entertainment divide. From Justin Timberlake's smooth transition from boy band heartthrob to serious dramatic actor, to Carrie Brownstein's seamless movement between indie rock and sketch comedy, these performers defy the notion that you must choose a single creative path.The episode explores une
September's Sonic Explosion: From Florence to Doja Cat
The musical landscape of September 2024 unfolds like a treasure map of sonic discoveries as Matt Sidhom and guest co-host Jen Tully navigate through twelve diverse new releases that defy easy categorization.They kick things off with the track, "Everybody Scream," from Florence and the Machine's upcoming sixth album, which creates a space where women don't have to "be quiet
Mixtape Rewind: The Ultimate Countdown of Baseball Closer Anthems
This week's Mixtape Rewind goes to our most downloaded episode of all-time. Our countdown of bullpen closer entrance songs.The bullpen door swings open, and suddenly the energy in the stadium shifts. A familiar song begins to play, and everyone knows what comes next – the closer is about to take the mound. Baseball's most pressure-packed moments have their own soundtrack, and in this ep
Blink-182: From Garage Band to Global Icons
From garage band beginnings to arena-filling superstars, Blink-182's three-decade journey through pop-punk represents one of music's most fascinating evolutions. Matt and Sam dive deep into the band's remarkable transformation through twelve carefully selected tracks that showcase their musical growth, shifting themes, and enduring cultural impact.Sam guides us through Blink-182&apo
Mixtape Rewind: Mark Jennings of Subba-Cultcha
Britpop was more than just a musical genre—it was the soundtrack to an entire generation's coming of age. Our guest Mark Jennings opens up his musical time capsule to share twelve tracks that defined not just the movement, but pivotal moments in his own life.The mix takes us chronologically through Britpop's evolution—starting with Oasis's thunderous "Rock and Roll Star" a
Hot Takes for Hot Days: August's Musical Offerings
The August heat hasn't stopped an incredible wave of new music from washing over us this month. From jazz-soul fusion to K-pop dance anthems, our final summer mix of 2025 captures the season's last vibrant moments.John Batiste opens our collection with "Big Money," showcasing his extraordinary talent for blending genres while maintaining that distinctive New Orleans soul. Chan
Mixtape Rewind: Movie Music Magic
Movie soundtracks have given us some of the most unforgettable songs in music history, from Adele's haunting "Skyfall" to Seal's unexpected hit "Kiss from a Rose," we explore twelve iconic songs that made their mark through cinema.What happens when legendary artists create music specifically for the silver screen? We dive into Bruce Springsteen's approach to &quo
Music grows on you, even when you wish it wouldn't.
Songs Matt and Sam once couldn't stand somehow became some of their favorites—a weird musical paradox that deserved its own mix. The Stockholm Syndrome Mix takes you through twelve tracks that initially made them cringe but eventually earned permanent spots in our playlists.What exactly causes this shift from hatred to devotion? As we discovered, it's partly due to relentless exposure—he
Mixtape Rewind: The Iconic Sounds of 1999
Twenty-five years after the world braced for Y2K, we're celebrating our 99th mixtape with a journey through the musical landscape of 1999 – arguably one of music's most transformative years. From Latin pop explosions to hip-hop revolutions, this episode captures the diverse soundscape that defined a generation.The late 90s represented a unique cultural moment when music discovery happene
Basslines and Backstories: July's Must-Hear Music
Matt and Sam share their carefully curated selection of new music for July, featuring unreleased Bruce Springsteen tracks, genre-bending collaborations, and high-energy summer anthems.Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/sam-new-music-july-2025/pl.u-z6lXtGxoYJ• Bruce Springsteen's "Unsatisfied Heart" from his newly released Tracks 2 collection, featuring seven previously
Mixtape Rewind: Pearl Jam: The Essential Guide
This week's Mixtape Rewind takes you back to our first Intro mix ever, when Matt introduced Sam to Pearl Jam.Pearl Jam's music walks a fascinating tightrope—raw, energetic rock paired with profound, often dark storytelling. This episode takes you on a journey through their three-decade evolution, perfect for both newcomers and longtime fans wanting a deeper appreciation of their artistry
Musical Genius: Stevie Wonder's Journey
Dive into the musical journey of a true American legend as Matt and Sam explore the extraordinary career of Stevie Wonder. From his groundbreaking beginnings as "Little Stevie Wonder" at Motown Records to his status as one of music's most influential figures, this episode celebrates the artist who transformed popular music across six decades.The hosts trace Wonder's remarkable
Mixtape Rewind: Our Motivation Fuel from 2023!
In this week's mixtape rewind, we revisit our motivation mix from the start of 2023, still able to get you going for your 2025 goals. The motivation mix takes listeners through different facets of achievement, starting with Jamiroquai's "Canned Heat" and its message about releasing your inner fire. We explore self-confidence through DJ Khaled and Drake, persistence through com
From Post Animal to Bad Bunny: June's Musical Landscape
Matt and Sam are back with their June new music mix, where nostalgia meets innovation in unexpected ways.The blurring of entertainment worlds takes center stage as we discover Post Animal's "Pie in the Sky," featuring Stranger Things actor Joe Keery who returned to his musical roots after the show's filming wrapped. This happy rock anthem sits alongside Maiah Mancer's haun
Mixtape Rewind: Pure Joy Volume 2!
Music possesses an almost magical ability to transform our emotional state, and nowhere is this more evident than with songs deliberately crafted to elicit joy. On this episode of Super Awesome Mix, we're returning to a favorite theme with Pure Joy Mix Volume 2, featuring twelve tracks scientifically engineered to boost your mood and put an irresistible smile on your face.We've structure
Tori Norman Castillo of Kelzana Artist Management
The first few minutes the audio might get choppy but it's fixed for the majority of the episode afterwards! Apologies for that.The moment Tori Norman Castillo quit her Wall Street job from an LAX terminal after attending the Grammys, she knew her path forward would be different. As co-founder of Kelzana Artist Management, she's now revolutionizing how musicians build sustainable careers
Mixtape Rewind: New Music Mix May 2023
In this week's Mixtape Rewind, we revisit our new music mix from May of 2023. Durand Jones immediately transports listeners to the golden era of soul with vocals that would sound right at home on classic Stax Records. Meanwhile, Foo Fighters return from tragedy with "Rescued," a song that not only references the loss of Taylor Hawkins but features Dave Grohl returning to the drums i
The May Mix: It's Going To Be A Lorde Summer
From Lorde's triumphant return to The Doobie Brothers teaming up with Mavis Staples, May's releases signal the perfect start to summer's soundtrack."What Was That" by Lorde kicks off what many are calling a "Lorde summer," with the New Zealand artist returning to the sound that made her famous. Her stripped-down, melodic approach to examining a relationship'
Mixtape Rewind: Matt's Ultimate Desert Island Soundtrack
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