S6 – Ep 8 | 1973 Album Picks, Music Reviews & The Rise of YouTube Tastemakers

Let Us Know Your Thoughts!This week kicks off with a little Either/Or: 1973 Edition, as Craig throws 10 rapid-fire matchups at Kevin — forcing some tough decisions from one of the most diverse years in music history.And speaking of ’73… that just so happens to be the album year of the week.Craig spotlights Baden Powell’s Solitude On Guitar — a stunning, intimate Brazilian guitar record that showcases the depth and nuance of instrumental expression. Kevin counters with Ofege’s Try and Love, a Nigerian rock gem blending psychedelia, soul, and Afrobeat energy.From there, a handful of honorable mentions spark a deeper conversation around music reviews — how they shape perception, whether they still matter, and how critical consensus influences listening habits.That naturally transitions into a discussion of Music YouTube and influencer culture:Has YouTube replaced traditional music journalism?Are album reaction channels the new tastemakers?Do we trust creators more than publications?Is algorithm-driven discovery shaping taste more than critics ever did?From 1973 deep cuts to 2026 media culture — it’s another genre-spanning ride.📱 Subscribe and/or follow us on your favorite streaming platform 📩 Got a favorite 1973 album or thoughts on music influencers? Email us your picks at [email protected] the show