Published Dec 28, 2017

The 2017 Year in Music With Lindsay Zoladz, Plus the Mailbag (Ep. 214)

Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald dive into the cultural and musical tapestry of 2017, analyzing the year's standout moments and significant shifts in music and media criticism. Joined by music critic Lindsay Zoladz, they dissect the evolving landscape of music journalism and the impact of technology on musical discovery, while fielding listener questions from their mailbag.

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The 2017 Year in Music With Lindsay Zoladz, Plus the Mailbag (Ep. 214)

Topics covered

Popular Clips

Art and Escapism

Evolving Music Taste

Evolving Watch Culture

Joyful Anthems

Music Industry Dynamics

Music Journalism's Future

Streaming Overload

Evolving Criticism

Evolving Viewing Habits

Pop Music Dynamics

Year-End Reflections

Music's Playlist Evolution

Music and Technology

Streaming Landscape Changes

Overlooked Music Gems

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Cultural Reflections

Evolving Criticism

Year in Music

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The 2017 Year in Music With Lindsay Zoladz, Plus the Mailbag (Ep. 214)

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Popular Clips

Episode Highlights

Cultural ReflectionsChris Ryan and Andy Greenwald reflect on the cultural highs and lows of the year, discussing standout shows and films while also addressing disappointments in storytelling and community engagement.

Cultural Reflections

Evolving CriticismThe conversation shifts to the changing landscape of music journalism and TV criticism, highlighting the impact of digital platforms and media consolidation. Andy Greenwald and Chris Ryan explore how these changes affect the roles of critics and the accessibility of content.

Evolving Criticism

Year in MusicLindsay Zoladz, a music critic, joins Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald to explore the dynamic shifts in the music industry throughout 2017. They discuss the evolution of hit singles, overlooked albums, and the impact of technology on music discovery.

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