On this week’s Songs That Don’t Suck, Mark rants on Spotify’s AI crackdown, Live Nation’s price gouging, and serves four new tracks you need to hear — from Wednesday to Tom Corscadden
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This week on Songs That Don't Suck, Mark reflects on the lost art of truly listening to music—alone, undistracted, and emotionally immersed. Plus, he dives into five killer new tracks you need to hear now from Roxferry, RAGEFLOWER, YungBlood + Aerosmith and More!
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In this powerful episode of Songs That Don’t Suck, host Mark Bradbourne opens up about pre-planning his parents' funerals and the deeply personal role music plays in saying goodbye. Plus, he dives into killer new tracks from KT Tunstall, Stella and the Very Messed, Brian Dunne, and Hayden Everett.
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Explore the surprising comeback of cassette tapes, the enduring power of physical media, and discover five fresh tracks from artists like Glitterfox, Will Hoge, and Big Thief in this week's episode of Songs That Don't Suck.
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Dive into Mark's electric concert recap of Nine Inch Nails’ Peel it Back Tour in Cleveland, plus five new songs from Maya Lakhani, Sydney Shea, The Mukherjee Development, Giobia, and Cinema Stereo. Discover music that doesn’t suck!
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This week on Songs That Don’t Suck, Mark dives into the eerie rise of AI-generated music faking indie and folk artists—including full albums appearing under real artist names on Spotify. Plus, killer new tracks from The Bogards, The Publics, Scarhaven, and Nuns of the Tundra. Tune in for truth, riffs, and resistance.
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In this episode of Songs That Don't Suck, Mark Bradbourne dives into Luminate’s 2024 mid-year report, unpacks the decline of music festivals, champions physical media, and shares five fresh tracks from Goose, The Royston Club, The Trusted, Grace Potter, and Spinal Tap (ft. Elton John). Are you part of the 18%? Let’s find out.
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Live music lovers, rejoice 🎸 — full review of The Struts & Dirty Honey at House of Blues Cleveland + 4 new indie rock tracks you need in your playlist.
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Concerts, guitar solos, and four killer tracks — this week’s "Songs That Don’t Suck" covers a blazing set by The Band FEEL, reflects on the lost art of shredding, and dives into new music from Galactic Empire, Hayley Williams, Wintersleep, and Kula Shaker.
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Explore the Ship of Theseus paradox in rock bands: who’s the real band when no originals remain? Plus, discover six standout new tracks in this week’s episode of Songs That Don’t Suck. Includes Leona Rue, Jayler, Dinosaur Pile‑Up, The Thing, Oston, and Laura Jane Grace.
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This episode of Songs That Don't Suck dives deep into the cultural power of MTV as the original social media, before spotlighting five powerful new singer-songwriter tracks. From synth-soaked nostalgia to protest folk-rock, it’s a playlist you won’t want to miss.
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What makes a truly unforgettable cover song? In this episode of Songs That Don't Suck, Mark breaks down the art of the perfect cover—from lounge-style rap medleys to Johnny Cash's legendary take on NIN. Plus, five new tracks you need to hear right now.
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Take a trip through the best new music of 2025 (so far) with Mark on the 3rd Annual Songs That Don’t Suck Mid-Year Review. Discover 10 standout tracks that have dominated the year and playlists alike.
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Relive the cozy and captivating Ryan Adams Heartbreaker 25th anniversary show at Akron’s Goodyear Theater, plus fresh song picks from Blü Eyes, Zilch, The Lemonheads, Red Rum Club, and Ando San—tuned for pop, grunge, indie, alt-country‑punk, and funky hip‑hop vibes on Songs That Don’t Suck!
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In this episode Mark explores the musical legacy of rockstar offspring and dives into five standout new tracks—from Michigander’s collaboration to Big Wheels’ gritty vocals. A melodic journey you won't want to miss!
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This episode Mark reflects on the fragility of streaming, highlights the importance of owning physical music media, and shines the spotlight on five powerful new tracks from Dropkick Murphys, The 4411, Richy Mitch and the Coal Miners, Roe Kapara, and Biffy Clyro.
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Dive into Episode 123 of Songs That Don’t Suck, where Mark Bradbourne explores the euphoric science of live music and reviews fresh tracks from Ethan Bortnick, Big Wreck, Paige Fish, and Kanadia. A must-read for Gen X music lovers still chasing that perfect riff.
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The week I tell you the tale of Aware Records and their amazing compilations they released over the years... and of course, I've got some killer new tracks for you!
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This week I take a look at The Loudness Wars in all their ridiculousness. .. and of course, the reason you're here... new music.
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This week I've got a quick review of the Bridge City Sinner most recent show in Cleveland at the House of Blues, and 5 new tracks that you need to check out.
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