Wrapping up our 2025 year in review, we begin with some honorable mentions that we did't discuss formally, including Mavis Staples, Earl Sweatshirt, Cleo Reed, and Florry.

Then we get into our top albums of the year. First we discuss the highly discussed album "Getting Killed" - the by-the-stats critical consensus album of the year. We talk about the context and cultural impact of the record, as well as highlight the excellent musicianship and production value.

Then we dive into a can't-miss 2025 album - "The Passionate Ones" by the Marcus Brown led Nourished by Time. We spend a good chunk analyzing the politics-infused storytelling. It is an album with a wide diversity of sonic influence and messages of hope despite the world's chaos. Tune in!

Links mentioned in the episode:

Geese - Live - 11/8/25

Cameron Winter - Live - 3/7/25

Nourished By TIme - Live - 9/18/25

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