Mitski has spent the last decade shapeshifting from scrappy guitar poet to disco-tinged architect of yearning, and now, an unlikely chart titan. In this episode, we trace those transformations to figure out which single track defines her to the wider world. Is it a ragged heart-on-sleeve anthem? A dance-floor spiral? A tender lunar prayer that conquered the charts? Let’s find out.

We’re joined by our first live guest (!): Jessica Kion, a.k.a. Justice Cow: singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, visual artist, and YouTuber. She helps us unpack the songcraft, dynamics, and lyrical pivots that make Mitski… well, Mitski.

Contenders we discuss:

• “First Love / Late Spring”

• “Your Best American Girl”

• “Nobody”

• “Washing Machine Heart”

• “This Is A Life” (with Son Lux and David Byrne)

Plus shout-outs to “Geyser,” “I Bet on Losing Dogs,” “Francis Forever,” and more.

Did we get it right? Did we get it wrong? Tell us your pick!

Special guest: Jessica Kion / Justice Cow!

• Instagram: @justice_cow_music

• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JusticeCow

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Umbrellas up. For this episode, we trace the meteoric rise of Rihanna, one of the most influential pop stars of the 21st century. From island rhythms to electro-pop dominance, her career is a story of constant reinvention and HUGE hits. Like, way more than we thought.We break down the moments that turned Robyn Rihanna Fenty into simply Rihanna, debate the merits of her most iconic singles, and ask: what’s the one track that defines her above all others? Is it the breakthrough? The club banger? The power ballad?

Let’s find out.

Did we get it right? Did we get it wrong? Let us know in the comments!

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Bruce Springsteen is one of the most iconic figures in American rock... but which song truly defines him to the world? In this episode, we take a look at the Boss’s catalog to find the track that best captures his music, his legacy, and his cultural impact. Huge stadium anthems, quiet intimate ballads, and everything in between; we trace the journey of a songwriter who gave voice to both everyday struggles and larger-than-life dreams. Join us in our exploration of The Boss's most acclaimed songs.