The A&J Tunes Podcast

Episode 17: Billie Eilish

This episode breaks down Billie Eilish's second studio album "Happier Than Ever." Anthony analyzes the six singles on this project, as well as how the rest of the songs help shape this reflective record. In the end, he compares the style of "Happier Than Ever" to her debut album "When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?" and how each album enhances Billie's artistry.

Episode 16: Pop Smoke

Anthony analyzes Pop Smoke's second posthumous album "Faith" in this episode. From its lone single "Demeanor" ft. Dua Lipa to other songs like "Woo Baby" ft. Chris Brown and "Bout A Million" ft. 21 Savage and 42 Dugg, this podcast breaks down the most notable songs off this album and how they enhance Pop Smoke's legacy. After that, he explores Pop Smoke's other projects and how they compare stylistically to "Faith."

Episode 15: Doja Cat

In this edition of the "A&J Tunes Podcast," Anthony breaks down Doja Cat's third studio album "Planet Her," which is based on a fictional planet where all species live together peacefully. He first analyzes the various songs on the album, from "Kiss Me More" ft. SZA to "You Right" with The Weeknd and "Ain't Shit." Specifically, Anthony explores how each track adds to the story that Doja Cat is creating with this album and then he examines Doja Cat's career and how her previous projects compare stylistically to "Planet Her."

Episode 14: Summer Music News

This episode analyzes various topics that became prominent in the music industry over the past few months. From DaBaby's homophobic comments to various lawsuits and Britney Spears conservatorship, Anthony examines how each event has impacted the respective artist and how the music industry can learn from these stories.  List of topics discussed in this episode: DaBaby Homophobic Comments (1:15) Joshua Bassett and Olivia Rodrigo (13:58) "Sour" Album Update (29:00) TikTok Strike (40:24) Butter Remix Lawsuit (42:25) Nirvana Baby Lawsuit (46:36) Britney Spears Conservatorship (51:48)

Episode 13: July Music Recap

In this installment, Anthony Leon talks about different songs and albums that were released between late June and the month of July. This episode looks at a variety of styles such as pop, R&B, and rap, as well as how these particular songs compare to the artist's existent discography. With certain tracks, he analyzes how they set the tone for the release of their future respective albums. List of artists discussed in this episode: Ed Sheeran (0:45) Tyler, The Creator (6:15) BTS (14:38) The Kid Laroi & Justin Bieber (17:12) Post Malone (21:16) Lady Gaga (23:40) Normani & Cardi B (26:48) Lil Nas X & Jack Harlow (29:05) Camila Cabello (32:00)