Disclaimer: This is probably the nerdiest episode in UNHEARD history. Music multi-hyphenate Jack Sperling joins the trio to break down the key elements of music discovery(2:14), the state of artist development(22:55), and what to expect from music in 2023(30:05). Jack crowns a winner of the trio's 2022 labels and sets the stage for the 2023 label draft(40:54).

This week's music in order played is NGeeYL "Showtime," remi zerxes "tek it," Headie One "50s," and Ayra Starr "Snitch."

Episode 127 | "Music Discovery 101" with Jack Sperling

We're sorry. Sorry for pushing Beyoncé's 'Cowboy Carter' review to so late in the episode (1:02:34). Sorry for not thinking too highly of the latest from Bryson Tiller (50:50) and Concrete Boys (56:05). Sorry for using the term "Q1" when looking back on the first three months of music in 2024 (27:53). And most importantly, we want to apologize for starting Episode 150 off by talking about a beef that one side doesn't want to be in (2:41).

UNHEARD songs in order played this episode is Real Slummy "Minding My Business", serpentwithfeet "Safe Word," and Remi Wolf "Cinderella."

Episode 150 | "Chin Out"

UNHEARD is a weekly 45-minute podcast hosted by three college students: Taj Mayfield, Chance Morris and Vance Thomas. The podcast will introduce new artists, explore deeper topics surrounding recent releases and talk about both the projects you have heard and the projects you need to hear. The first episode launches on all major podcasting outlets on February 12th, 2020.

UNHEARD Intro

The situation of Quentin Miller vs. Meek Mandela vs. Drake starts the podcast(3:08). Justin Bieber's new album sparks a debate(14:22)and leads to a discussion on mental health in music(22:35). The Weeknd's new single get reviewed on the spot(30:50)and much more in this week's episode. UNHEARD artists in order: Levi Carter "Holyfield", JOHN! "City" ft. Chip Lurkin, and Mathaius Young "2 CUPS".

Episode 2 | "Four Condoms"

Vance-less, Chance and Taj speak on the passing of Pop Smoke(6:50). The two also cover the recent project releases of NBA Youngboy(2:00)and Young Nudy(3:45)and attempt to dissect the current state of R&B(10:00). This week's music in order played was "Lil Top" by NBA Youngboy,"Mister" by Young Nudy, "Be the One" by Sinead Harnett, and "Vibin' Out With (((O)))" by FKJ.

Episode 3 | "Whisper R&B"

With Vance returning from load management, the full team was able to tackle a number of topics. Taj furthers his theory that Drake is sabotaging his own artist(5:00). Meg Thee Stallion's contract sparks the question of what should young artists do(11:30)? And the latest releases from G Herbo and Lil Baby get reviewed(27:25). New segments are introduced and MUCH MORE! This week's UNHEARD music in order is Drake "Chicago Freestyle", DJ "TBA", Tierra Whack "Hungry Hippo", G Herbo "Gangsta's Cry" and Lil Nudy "Blue Cheese Salad".

Episode 4 | "Nemesis"

UNHEARD returns to defeat COVID-19. The group breaks down the latest releases from The Weeknd(1:40) and Don Toliver(31:10). Taj asks why Childish Gambino is so revered(17:25) and questions if PARTYNEXTDOOR can compete with this year's music(12:05). AND MORE! Music played in order: The Weeknd "Snowfall", Coi Leray "BIG", 4kMicheal "Memories", Don Toliver "Cardigan", A. CHAL "Indigo Girl"

Episode 6 | "How You Got That Pack From Cali?"

Playboi Carti is coming, and the podcast has expectations(00:30). Vance gives an update on how Corona is effecting the music industry(12:42). The latest project from Tory Lanez gets reviewed(23:00). The Weeknd vs Usher(33:28). And MUCH MORE! This week's UNHEARD artists in order played is Orion Sun "Ne Me Quitte Pas(Don't Leave Me), Babyface Kaedo "Aki", and Kaash Paige "Heartbreaker".

Episode 9 | "Dimethyltryptamine"

Warning: this is a very trigger-happy episode of UNHEARD. Chance shoots at Da Baby(11:45). Taj shoots at OVO the label(27:37). Vance shoots at all of Instagram's music taste(36:50) and Lil Wayne(44:20). This week's music in order played is Westside Gunn "Versace", Kiana Lede "Forfeit", Drakeo the Ruler "Ion Rap Beef" and Woodie Smalls "What Typa Time"

Episode 10 | "Bill Clinton Swag"

How does UNHEARD follow up its biggest episode yet? Drake Talk(1:27). Chance and Vance breakdown the Lil Tjay-Rubi Rose situation(32:35). Vance attacks the Bey Hive(17:48). Taj questions Travis Scott and Wale(21:50). And much more! This week's music in order is Mahalia "What Am I?", Rejjie Snow "Purple Tuesday" and Poundside Pop "Drippin Again".

Episode 12 | "What is Demon Time?"

The Nav debate never dies(4:26), but first the trio discusses if the new wave of deluxe albums is positive or negative.  Lil Durk(31:34) and Kehlani(18:00) get reviewed on their latest projects. And of course, 6ix9ine gets talked about(26:00). This week's music played in order is Nav "On My Own", Larry June x Cardo "Organic Tokens" and Anderson .Paak "What More Can I Say".

Episode 13 | "Slatt 4Lifers Lover"

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