Hey there! Welcome to the GRRRL Music video podcast, where Ashley and Kelsey, your GRRRL Music duo, dive into the freshest tunes every week. We've been besties for over 25 years, and our chats? They're filled with laughs, some epic throwbacks, and of course, our take on what's shaking up the music world. And hey, we’re always on the lookout for stellar up-and-coming artists. Our motto? 'Leave the Music to Us.' 😉 So, mark your calendars – every Wednesday, we’ve got something new just for you!
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A podcast centered on women, LGBTQIA+, and people of color in music with an emphasis on intersectional feminism.
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We had the best time working with RAW LA on their first event December 2, 2023!!Listen to I.Con Twins: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4VNr4nOgxVLPwWMaQ9rN8u?si=p-zxcBLvQ6m97Q3X9h52iQFollow I.Con Twins: https://www.instagram.com/i.contwinsofficial/Follow King: https://www.instagram.com/isthatking/ Our incredible theme song was produced by Cinnamont…
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We had the best time working with RAW LA on their first event December 2, 2023!!Listen to LovelyOcean: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1pqQJj7j8P9QP6p5SyxjJQ?si=BXDJK6vrR8iTjYAKS738VwFollow LovelyOcean: https://www.instagram.com/lovelyoceanwaters/Listen to Melaya: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5wNJF5QWH1rmQ31yHbBOBQ?si=TFGyhuXwTiuYsIl8PyEQeQFollo…
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Discover the top albums of 2023In this engaging episode of the Bops & Bangers podcast, hosts Ashley and Kelsey fervently discuss their favorite albums of the year 2023. They reveal their personal picks, ranging from pop and indie rock to soulful and punk genres, unveiling the diverse musical landscape of the year. This exciting discussion is an exc…
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In this episode, we've curated the ultimate holiday gift guide for music lovers. From concert tickets to personalized vinyl records and subscription services, we've got you covered with thoughtful and unique presents that will make any music enthusiast's heart sing. But that's not all…Get ready to unwrap a musical gift like no other this holiday se…
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In the latest episode of Bops & Bangers, hosts Ashley and Kelsey share some exciting news with their listeners. Ashley got married! The hosts reminisce about the incredible playlist that accompanied the ceremony and share their newfound love for a saxophonist who added an unexpected touch of magic to the festivities. But the excitement doesn't end …
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Bathe Alone: GRRRLs Backstage Interview on Her Unique Songwriting Process, New Music, and More!
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Exclusive Interview Alert! Dive into the mesmerizing world of Bathe Alone, the indie music sensation, in our latest YouTube exclusive. Uncover the secrets behind her 2022 hit EP 'Fall With The Lights Down' and the making of her newest single, 'Archive 81'. This candid conversation reveals the evolution of @BatheAlone 's signature sound, blending he…
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Music Marketing, The Pros and Cons of Artists Paying for Music Promotion and Music Discovery!
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An earworm voice is a special gift that can get your songs stuck in people's heads on repeat. It's a powerful tool for creating memorable music. - KelseyDESCRIPTION: In a surprising turn of events, Ashley and Kelsey stumble upon a game-changing marketing tactic at the Outside Lands festival. Brace yourself as they unravel the secrets behind artist …
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The Band, Meltt, Dives into Gaming w/ the GRRRLs! An Interview w/ Rapid Fire Q's and Playful Humor.
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”Collaboration is everything for us. We jam, we build on each other's ideas, and we hype each other up. It's a beautiful process of creation and growth.” - Chris from @Meltt In a whirlwind of melodies and enchanting beats, Meltt, the Vancouver band with an ethereal allure, graced the Bops & Bangers studio. Little did they know, this would be no ord…
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"We're coming after Pitchfork. We got you." - KelseyDESCRIPTION: In this episode of the Bops & Bangers podcast, hosts Ashley and Kelsey dive deep into the challenges of artist compensation in the music industry, shining a light on the lack of fair payment and the dominance of streaming. But just when it seems like a solution might be on the horizon…
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Join us for an exciting episode as we sit down with Emma Gabriel, a recent graduate from Ohio University and a passionate music junkie! Emma graduated with a music production and recording degree and is already making waves in the industry, working at Promowest Productions in Columbus and Rapchat, where she focuses on A&R and playlisting. In this e…
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Get ready for an electrifying episode of GRRRL Music's Bops & Bangers! This week, we dive into the incredible experiences at the Re:Set fest held at Snapdragon Stadium in San Diego. Join us as we relive the unforgettable performances by powerhouse artists such as Bartees Strange, Dijon, Clairo, and the phenomenal supergroup Boygenius. We even had t…
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Unveiling the Britney Spears Conspiracy, Doja Cat's Social Media Antics, and Challenging the Cult of Celebrity
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Get ready for an eye-opening episode of GRRRL Music's Bops & Bangers! This week, we dive into some thought-provoking discussions that challenge the norms of the music industry and the cult of celebrity. Join us as we unravel the Britney Spears conspiracy, shedding light on the ongoing controversies and exploring the implications of her situation. W…
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Broadway Adventures, Community Love, and Exciting New Music: BOYS LIKE GIRLS, Eloise, Sister Ray, and More
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Get ready for an extraordinary episode of GRRRL Music's Bops & Bangers! Join us as we embark on Ashley and Kelsey's thrilling adventure to the vibrant city of New York. They experienced the magic of Broadway, attending two unforgettable shows—Sweeney Todd with the incredible Josh Groban and Parade with the extraordinary Ben Platt. But that's not al…
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Getting to Know You: Izzy from A Grrrl’s Two Sound Cents & Shabang Festival Adventures With Unforgettable Performances from JAWNY, Lisbona Sisters & More!
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Join us on GRRRL Music’s Bops & Bangers for an exciting episode packed with insightful conversations and unforgettable music experiences! This week, we have a special guest, Izzy from A Grrrl’s Two Sound Cents, a talented music blogger and podcaster. We delve into Izzy’s work, her passion for uplifting the LGBTQ+ community, and her extensive knowle…
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Met Gala Criticism, TikTok Trends, and Captivating Music Discoveries: Kay Young, Bestfriend, Joy Oladokun, and More!
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Get ready for an insightful and music-filled episode of GRRRL Music’s Bops & Bangers! This week, we dive into the aftermath of the Met Gala and explore how everything is open for criticism in the influencer world. Join us as we discuss the highlights, fashion choices, and controversies surrounding this iconic event. But that’s not all! We continue …
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Music TikToks, Coachella Drama, and Amazing New Releases: Pio Hartnett, Hannah Grae, and Kali Uchis
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Get ready for an exciting episode of GRRRL Music’s Bops & Bangers! Ashley brings a fresh new segment to the podcast as we dive into the world of music-based TikToks. We watch and comment on the latest music tea, discover new artists and songs, and share our thoughts on the trending TikTok sounds. But that’s not all! We also discuss the recent buzz …
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Chloe’s “In Pieces” Album Controversy and Latest Music Discoveries: Oracle Sisters, C.U.T., Devon Gilfillian, and Overcoats
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In this episode of GRRRL Music’s Bops & Bangers, we’re diving deep into the latest music scene, starting with a discussion of Chloe’s newest album, “In Pieces”. We explore the controversy surrounding the album, including the backlash over her collaboration with Chris Brown and her tweets about the album’s poor sales. We’d love to know what our audi…
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OK Cool is a great example of a duo who create for fun while chasing that spark. Bridget and Hailey love writing sounds and songs together to ultimately create incredible EPs like Surrealist. They joined this week to share how they met, how they describe themselves, songwriting for Surrealist, and more. Follow OK Cool on social media at @okcoolband…
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The Dumes are a gripping, energetic anthem-crafting band out of California, and you’ll want them on your summer playlist. Their new EP, Everything is Horrible, is loaded with songs that can feel both emotional and bright in the same track. Elodie joined this week to share how the band met, what went into the EP, trust fall songwriting, what’s next,…
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Gibran Colbert, aka The Give & Take, is looking to share and connect beautiful and challenging music. His style draws from so many influences, but every aspect of his songwriting is rich and personal. His new EP, Great Pause, explores his experiences in adulthood and even COVID-19. Gibran joined this week to talk about learning to play music with h…
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Early Riser is back, and they continue to focus on being positive and affirming. Their latest entry, Vocations, continues that journey in the present, tackling everything from social situations to personal growth. Kiri and Nicole join this week to talk about writing the album, creating their album art together, their intentions with the record, tou…
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Bugsy believes all bugs are insects, and but not all insects are bugs. And that music is just what they do. The four-piece from Minneapolis love writing music together and being the band of sharks/turtles/stingrays. Emily, Shannon, and Griffin joined to talk about how they formed a band, zoology, dreaming of touring, the music they’ve released so f…
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Elise Okusami loves capturing big energy in her music with her project, Oceanator. She likes to refer to it as feeling a band moving, and has elevated that through live recordings on her latest record, Things I Never Said. Elise joined this week to talk about songs on the new record, her early love of music, making music videos for her singles, her…
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Antonioni has perfectly designed the spaces and sounds locked in each song. Their debut self-titled record showcases how they’ve shaped their style and how they’re continuing to play with their unique voice and effort. Sarah joined this week to talk about the band's origins, her influences, designing the space for each song, Guitar Fridays, and mor…
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Suzie True is a band that met and stuck together through a series of friendship traps that have stuck. Lexi, G, and Sarah all have similar musical beginnings and meet-cutes, but it’s their respect and fun together that has them growing, fast. Suzie True joined this week to talk about how their origin story, friendship traps, the sleepover lifestyle…
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Jhariah is a songwriter who explores every possible corner of music, and does it with bombastic, theatrical energy. It’s easy to picture an energetic scene when listening to tracks like his latest single, “Debt Collector.” Jhariah joined this week to talk about his early influences and motivation to write music, content creation on YouTube and stre…
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Rae, aka Goldwoman, is a songwriter motivated by artists and the people in her life. She started the Goldwoman journey playing shows throughout college, and has released such personal, cinematic tracks Rae joined this week to talk about writing an honest story in songs, writing universal music, the artists who have inspired her, and more. Follow Go…
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Rachel Lighter of Nervous Dater writes songs that allow her to express her perspectives and feelings, and share them with bandmates and ultimately album listeners. Call in the Mess, the band’s sophomore album, explores the thoughts and responses to living in modern America. Rachel joins this week to share how the record came together, writing songs…
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Jer Berkin is working to connect and help make the dreams of musicians come true. Their efforts to help musicians and young music professionals navigate the industry have led to the creation of Lost and Found Touring and Management, which helps artists with booking shows and navigating the expectations of the industry. All of this while drumming fo…
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Maggie Gently writes personal journeys in her songs, and her EP Good Cry is a great example. She’s been inspired by multiple genres and living in San Fransisco itself. Maggie has a new single, “Bitter Pills,” that’s premiering exclusively on this episode that shares so much of what she’s up to next. Maggie joined this week to share how her personal…
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Maeve Aickin is a songwriter that has such a meaningful approach to writing music that’s inspired by the likes of the holy trinity that is boy genius. Maeve joined this week to talk about how she’s approached writing music, experimenting with pedals, her hopes as a musician, her personal messaging in her songs, and more. Keep up with Maeve Aickin o…
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Ganser is a band who bring together the talents of each band member and friends in the community to create art. The Chicago-based band has released a new album, Just Look At That Sky, that captures artful sound and matching visuals in the accompanying music videos. Nadia Garofalo joined this week to talk about the Chicago scene, collaborative songw…
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Tiny Stills is a project centered on honesty and self-understanding in songwriting. Kailynn West has been writing her own songs since she first picked up a guitar, and only continues to explore her sounds and voice in her latest singles that dropped over the summer. This week she joined to talk about what she’s missing during COVID-19, newer music,…
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Attic Salt is a band that focuses on playing what they like and making it a little different. They joined this week to talk about writing together, their varied influences, recording their new album Get Wise, and more. Keep up with Attic Salt on social media at @atticsaltband. Find music and more at https://jumpstartrecords.bandcamp.com/album/get-w…
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Josh Shaw is a natural creative and proof that the weird kids are the best. His project Blvck Hippie dives into layers of emotions and nostalgia, and only keeps evolving from concept to recording. Josh joins this week to share his journey through music, growing up weird, becoming a master of none in music, and more. Keep up with Blvck Hippie on soc…
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Aly Jett is a gifted songwriter who has pushed to release music all throughout 2020. She’s shared a number of singles online and kept her momentum up by discovering new artists that she admires. Aly joined this week to share how she’s gained and shared perspective in her music, discovering new artists, creating during the pandemic, and more. Keep u…
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No Thank You’s latest record, Embroidered Foliage, is a dive into self discovery, reflection, and healing. The bandmates have shaped a space for creativity and growing ideas where they can build off of each other. Kaytee Della Monica joined this week to share how she approached songwriting in Embroidered Foliage, the meaning behind the singles, col…
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Pinkshift's sudden and loud arrival on the scene is no coincidence - this Baltimore act has stayed energetic and motivated for months to deliver some of the most punching music this year. Ashrita and Paul join this week to share how Pinkshift started, a teaser for their new single "Rainwalk," their hopes as a band, their influences, and more. Keep …
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Energetic and emotional are just the first words to describe what Overo’s crafted in their new releases. The Texas-based band has weaved together a variety of heavy genres and weight of emotional journeys, along with their enthusiasm to branch out into new instruments and songwriting styles. Lindsay Minton and Mercy Harper join this week to share w…
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heckdang is a band that’s forever learning and expanding themselves as songwriters. Their latest EP, Fine, Just Thinking is a tease to their upcoming full-length with the ways they’ve played with their sound and energy. Magda joins to talk about how heckdang formed, the band’s background in music studies, the intention behind their songwriting, and…
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Wife Patrol is what happens when serendipity and high energy combine. The Indianapolis-based band has a new record, Too Prickly For This World, and it showcases how sharp, thoughtful, and impactful the trio's songwriting can be. Nicole, Natasha, and Greg join this week to share stories of their early love of music, their matching last names, riffs,…
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thank you, i’m sorry has chronicled their self growth as a band and as people in their music. The Minneapolis-based band has come together to share music that continues to evolve. Colleen joins this week to share the band’s evolution, their influences of indie and emo, their new record I’m Glad We’re Friends, and more. Keep up with thank you, i’m s…
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Riverby's songwriting is as intimate as reading their own diary. Their latest record, Smart Mouth, emphasizes the deep and crucial moments, all while backed by some emotionally driven sound. Sophia joined this week to share the stories and thoughts behind hit tracks on Smart Mouth, their influences, Paul Rudd, Gen Z, and more. Keep up with Riverby …
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Dad Bod is all about exploring what's uncomfortable and simple moments. Their latest release, Precursor, plays with sound in ways that are unique to their previous work. Callie joins this week to talk about horror imagery, the local scene, Precursor, and more. Keep up with Dad Bod on social media at @igottadadbod. Find music and more at https://dad…
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Brian Walker, aka A Day Without Love, writes music for rising above obstacles and challenging norms. His album "Comfort in the Bedroom" is a gorgeous showcase of his genre-flexible songwriting style. Brian joins this week to share his quarantine routine of yoga and creativity, writing about rising above adversity and stereotypes, the messages in hi…
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Stephen always hopes that when listeners hear The Big Easy, they experience a lot of emotions. That’s definitely true, and he’s packed tons of them in his EP, First Friday, as well as his summer single “First Day of Your Life.” Stephen joins this week to share his drive to evolve his sound, writing music as a full band, the messages behind his song…
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They're back: it's babygotbacktalk! The New York-based band is sharing their debut LP, Genre Reveal Party. G’ra, Rhiana, and Jake have worked really hard to define what they want to create and how they want to say it, and Genre Reveal Party is the perfect capsule of activism, energy, and a gorgeous push to reclaim pop punk. They joined this week to…
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Sarah and her bandmates in Molly Ringworm have been learning to do it themselves from the start of their band at their performing arts high school. This week, Sarah joined to share the band’s influences, growing as a musician by learning to record the band’s music, their latest single “Stale,” and more. Keep up with Molly Ringworm on social media a…
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Melody is a songwriter whose honest approach to songwriting has helped create music that speaks to growth and finding a safe space to be. Her new EP, Teacher's Pet, highlights moments that have meant everything to her. She joins this week to talk songwriting, honesty, the people who've encouraged her growth, and more. Keep up with Melody on social …
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Bad Moves has united their voices and songwriting talent to create an unforgettable record in their latest release, “Untenable.” Emma and David joined this week to share how the band writes together, the band coming together through karaoke, their unified messaging, their hopes for music, “Untenable,” and more. Keep up with Bad Moves on social medi…
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