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Album Mode

Demar Grant & Adriel Smiley

Welcome to Album Mode where journalist, Demar Grant and The Cool Table host, Adriel Smiley breakdown and review the latest albums. Each episode features a new album where both hosts dive in-depth about the project and the artist’s path to its release.

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All Episodes

32:18

Soundbytes: 2043: OVO ODYSSEY, Drake's shows, 6lack...

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2023/04/10

Demar and Adriel chop it up about the Drake fan album, 2043: OVO ODYSSEY, Drake's latest shows and music echo chambers on the internet.Follow us: Twitter / Instagram/ TikTok:@AlbumModePod@AdrielSmileyOfficial@DemarjGrant

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55:37

CXXXII. 10,000 gecs | 100 gecs

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2023/03/23

This week Demar and Adriel discuss 100 gecs’ second studio album ’10,000 gecs’, their sound balancing on a knifes edge of brilliance and trash and whether their music is something you have ‘get’ to appreciate. Demar’s rating: 8Adriel’s rating: 6.5 P.S. gec gec gec gec gec gec gec gec gec gec gec gec gec gec gec gec gec gec gec gec The Love List: Dumbest Girl Alive, The Most Wanted Person In The United States, 757, One Million Dollars Follow us: Twitter / Instagram/

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53:47

CXXXI. Miley Cyrus | Endless Summer Vacation

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2023/03/17

This week Demar and Adriel discuss Miley Cyrus’ eight album ‘Endless Summer Vacation, her sound bordering on generic and whether she’s the most successful Disney artist. Demar’s rating: 7Adriel’s rating: 6.5 P.S. I guess Rock Miley isn’t coming back… The Love List: Jaded, Rose Coloured Lenses, Handstand, Violet Chemistry Follow us: Twitter / Instagram/ TikTok:@AlbumModePod@AdrielSmileyOfficial@DemarjGrant

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15:53

Soundbytes: T-Pain underrated, overrated or properly...

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2023/03/16

Adriel pops off about how T-Pain is criminally underrated in the music industry despite being a pioneer in many forms.Démar explains that although not at the forefront T-Pain is still revered. Follow us: Twitter / Instagram/ TikTok:@AlbumModePod@AdrielSmileyOfficial@DemarjGrant

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54:15

CXXX. Kali Uchis | Red Moon in Venus

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2023/03/09

This week Demar and Adriel discuss Kali Uchis’ latest album ‘Red Moon in Venus’, it's 'ice cream melting' effect and how Kali Uchis' maintains a seductive sound despite her braggadocious lyrics. Demar’s rating: 9Adriel’s rating: 9 P.S. This is our early Album of the Year candidateThe Love List: I Wish you Roses, All Mine, Moral Conscience, Moonlight, Deserve Me Follow us: Twitter / Instagram/ TikTok:@AlbumModePod@AdrielSmileyOfficial@DemarjGrant Clubhouse / Greenroom:@demar@adrielsmiley

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38:20

CXXIX. Don Toliver | Love Sick

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2023/03/07

This week Demar and Adriel discuss Don Toliver’s latest album ‘Love Sice’, whether he’s an R&B or hip-hop artist and home genres. Demar’s rating: 3Adriel’s rating: 8 P.S. What was the last album cover that used neon The Love List: Do It Right, Bus Stop, 4 Me Follow us: Twitter / Instagram/ TikTok:@AlbumModePod@AdrielSmileyOfficial@DemarjGrant Clubhouse / Greenroom:@demar@adrielsmiley

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47:44

CXXVI. Aftërlyfe | Yeat

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2023/03/06

This week Demar and Adriel discuss Yeat’s latest album ‘Aftërlyfe’, his refined artistry and endless versatility. Demar’s rating: 8.5 Adriel’s rating: 7 P.S. lalalalala banga! The Love List: No morë talk, Bad bënd / DëMON, Now, Nun id change Follow us: Twitter / Instagram/ TikTok:@AlbumModePod @AdrielSmileyOfficial @DemarjGrant Clubhouse / Greenroom:@demar @adrielsmiley

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22:21

Soundbytes: Drake & Yachty, Hailey vs. Selena and...

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2023/03/06

Demar and Adriel chop it up about the latest music news this week: Drake and Yachty link up for an interview, Hailey Bieber beefs with Selena Gomez and Tyler Creator leaks start circulating on TikTok. Also, Brent Faiyaz has another song trending on TikTok.

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19:25

Soundbytes: Boy's a Liar Pt.2 & Rihanna's Superbowl...

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2023/02/20

Demar and Adriel chop it up about the latest music news this week: PinkPantheress and Ice Spice link up for 'Boy's a liar Pt.2' and go viral while Rihanna's superbowl performance underwhelms. Plus the dup talk about how the Superbowl can improve going forward and make predictions on how the Superbowl will include more millenial artists.

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52:06

CXXV. This is Why | Paramore

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2023/02/20

This week Demar and Adriel discuss Paramore’s latest ‘This is Why’, Paramore’s influence and the melding on Hayley’s solo writing and pop punk-era Paramore. Demar’s rating: 8.5 Adriel’s rating: 7 P.S. Paramore is back! The Love List: This Is Why, Crave, The News, Figure 8, Thick Skull Follow us: Twitter / Instagram/ TikTok:@AlbumModePod@AdrielSmileyOfficial@DemarjGrant Clubhouse / Greenroom:@demar@adrielsmiley

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23:40

Grammys Gripes 2023

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2023/02/14

Adriel and Demar lay out their gripes with the 2023 Grammys and Demar lays out his 3 ways to fix the voting. The duo also talk about an article in Variety where voters anonymously explain their rationale behind their vote.

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54:44

CXXIV. Raye | My 21st Century Blues

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2023/02/14

This week Demar and Adriel discuss Raye's debut album ‘My 21st Century Blues’, her transitions between vastly different sounds and when lyrics and production are misaligned. . Demar’s rating: 7Adriel’s rating: 7 The Love List: Oscar Winning Tears, Escapism, Worth It, Black Mascara Follow us: Twitter / Instagram/ TikTok:@AlbumModePod@AdrielSmileyOfficial@DemarjGrant Clubhouse / Greenroom:@demar@adrielsmiley

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73:06

CXXIII. Lil Yachty | Let's Start Here

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2023/02/09

This week Demar and Adriel discuss Lil Yachty's latest psychedelic rock album 'Let's Start Here’,Yachty's newest sound, how past criticisms have shaped his music and whether this sonic shift is permanent. Demar’s rating: 7.5Adriel’s rating: 8 The Love List: the BLACK semiole, the ride-, IVE OFFICIALLY LOST ViSiON!!!!, WE SAW THE SUN! Follow us: Twitter / Instagram/ TikTok:@AlbumModePod@AdrielSmileyOfficial@DemarjGrant Clubhouse / Greenroom:@demar@adrielsmiley

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65:08

CXXII. Ice Spice | Like..?

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2023/02/02

This week Demar and Adriel discuss Ice Spice’s debut EP ‘Like..?’, her celebrity versus her artistry and whether they think she’s going to make it past her TikTok smash single ‘Munch’. Demar’s rating: 6.5Adriel’s rating: 6 The Love List: Munch, Gangsta Boo, Actin A Smoochie Follow us: Twitter / Instagram/ TikTok: @AlbumModePod @AdrielSmileyOfficial @DemarjGrant Clubhouse / Greenroom:@demar @adrielsmiley

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66:46

CXXI. Top 10 Albums of 2022

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2022/12/28

This week Demar and Adriel discuss what they deem to be the best albums of 2022, why an album can come out of nowhere are climb the list and what repeat listens can do for an album. Honorable mentions (00:02:18) Top 5’s (00:38:40)Demar's 10:Dawn FM - The WeekndWASTELAND - Brent FaiyazDuality - Luna LiThe Inspection - CochiseRamona Park Broke My Heart - Vince StaplesRenaissance - BeyoncéCRASH - Charli XCXForest in the City - UMII Know Nigo - NigoLuv 4 Rent - SminoAdriel's 10:Brent Faiyaz -

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60:46

CXX. SOS | SZA

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2022/12/22

This week Demar and Adriel discuss SZA’s second studio album ‘SOS’, what SZA’s return means to R&B and whether dabbling in different genre’s make sense for her. Demar’s rating: 6.5Adriel’s rating: 7.5 P.S. SZA is back baby! The Love List: Kill Bill, Blind, Seek & Destroy, I Hate U, Gone Girl Follow us: Twitter / Instagram/ TikTok:@AlbumModePod @AdrielSmileyOfficial @DemarjGrant Clubhouse / Greenroom:@demar @adrielsmiley

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54:33

CXIX. HEROES & VILLAINS | Metro Boomin

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2022/12/14

This week Demar and Adriel discuss Metro Boomin’s second studio album ‘Heroes & Villains’, Why he might be top 5 hip hop producers ever and his ever present themes. Demar’s rating: 8.5 Adriel’s rating: 8.5 The Love List: Creepin’, Metro Spider, Walk Em Down, Umbrella, Feel The Fiyaaaah Follow us: Twitter / Instagram/ TikTok: @AlbumModePod @AdrielSmileyOfficial @DemarjGrant Clubhouse / Greenroom: @demar @adrielsmiley

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53:57

CXVIII. This Is What I Mean | Stormzy

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2022/12/07

This week Demar and Adriel discuss Stormzy’s third studio album ‘This Is What I Mean’, it’s personal message and Stormzy’s continual drift from traditional hip hop to gospel. Demar’s rating: 8.5 Adriel’s rating: 8 The Love List: Need You, My Presidents Are Black, Holy Spirit, Hide & Seek Follow us: Twitter / Instagram/ TikTok: @AlbumModePod @AdrielSmileyOfficial @DemarjGrant Clubhouse / Greenroom: @demar @adrielsmiley

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69:42

CXVII. The Family, TM & Eulogy | BROCKHAMPTON

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2022/11/30

This week Demar and Adriel discuss BROCKHMAPTON’s final albums ‘The Family’ and ‘TM’, what made BROCKHAMPTON so special, potential solo careers for the members and the legacy of BROCKHAMPTON’s run. The Family: Demar’s rating: 4 Adriel’s rating: 6 TM: Demar’s rating: 5.5 Adriel’s rating: 4.5 P.S. BROCKHAMPTON forever. The Love List: All That, NEW SHOES, KEEP IT SOUTHERN, DUCT TAPE, The Ending, The Family Follow us: Twitter / Instagram/ TikTok: @AlbumModePod @AdrielSmileyOfficial @DemarjGrant

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56:41

CXVI. King's Disease 3 | Nas

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2022/11/25

This week Demar and Adriel discuss Nas’ sixteenth studio album ‘King’s Disease 3’, if this is the best trilogy in hip hop history, and why it’s less about how Nas raps but what he raps about now. Demar’s rating: 8.5 Adriel’s rating: 8.5 *NO SKIPS* The Love List: Ghetto Reporter, Thun, I’m on Fire, Til My Last Breath, Michael & Quincy Follow us: Twitter / Instagram/ TikTok: @AlbumModePod @AdrielSmileyOfficial @DemarjGrant Clubhouse / Greenroom: @demar @adrielsmiley

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