#203 - From "The New Sound" of Geordie Greep to Sabrina Carpenter’s Safe Bet. Oh! And a Major W for Taylor Swift?

This WorkTape edition unpacks black midi's Geordie Greep’s latest LP "The New Sound", a vibrant fusion of samba, salsa, and ‘70s jazz influences filtered through new wave revivalism. From Weather Report and Fela Kuti to Talking Heads and David Byrne, we explore how he channels his influences without falling into copycat territory. Then we switch gears to Sabrina Carpenter’s “Manchild” — safe, catchy, and already being called the “song of the summer”, but is such a title warranted? Finally, we break down Taylor Swift’s recent business victory reclaiming her masters and publishing rights, and why it might be a win for more than just her career. Be sure to tune in and not out!🎧 Episode Highlights:How does Geordie Greep merge Latin jazz, funk, and new wave without sounding derivative?Is the jam-band/jazz freeform revival being properly pushed forward by black midi, Squid, and Geese?Is Geordie Greep's "The New Sound" nothing more than a repackaging of ‘70s sounds for modern listeners?Is Sabrina Carpenter’s “Manchild” strong pop craftsmanship or Taylor Swift cosplay with Antonoff’s fingerprints?How does Sabrina’s staying power compare to Olivia Rodrigo or Clairo?Could a return to country become Taylor Swift's next creative and commercial high point?What does Taylor Swift reclaiming her masters say about her business acumen and its impact on future artists?