Coolest Alive

On this episode of Coolest Alive, host Jesse Blaze Snider's absolute favorite new recording artist: "grandson" (stylized lowercase, all impact). Jordan Benjamin (grandson) fuses blistering hard rock guitars, trap-influenced beats, EDM production, rap-rock energy, and politically charged lyrics that hit like a sledgehammer. From his breakthrough anthems like “Blood // Water” to his latest work on albums like I Love You, I’m Trying (2023) and the explosive 2025 release Inertia, which critics call thirty minutes of pure fury, revolution, and unapologetic rage,e this guy is redefining alternative music with messages on addiction, systemic issues, and resistance that actually matter. Toronto-raised, LA-based, and genre-bending as hell, grandson isn’t just making tracks; he’s starting movements. In this episode of Coolest Alive, we break down why he’s the best new artist out there, period, his favorite songs, his evolution, his live energy, and why he stands head and shoulders above the rest. If you’re ready for music that punches back, this is your episode. Let’s go!

This is it! The final countdown. In Part 3 of Coolest Alive’s definitive ranking of Disney’s greatest animated films, Jesse Blaze Snider reveals the Top 15 absolute masterpieces that didn’t just succeed, but reshaped animation forever. These are the films that built the Disney legacy, launched revolutions, and set the gold standard for storytelling, music, and emotional impact across generations. From groundbreaking firsts to untouchable classics, this episode delivers the ultimate payoff to a massive journey through nearly 60 legendary films. If you care about animation at all, this is the list that matters most.