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PODCAST

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

51:36

C. Give or Take | Giveon

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2022/06/29

EPISODE 100 IS HERE!! This week Demar and Adriel discuss Giveon’s debut album ‘Give or Take’, the idea of a Giveon “sound” and his specific brand of toxicity. Demar’s rating: 6 Adriel’s rating: 5.5 The Love List: Let Me Go, Make You Mine, dec 11th, Tryna Be, Remind MeFollow us:Twitter / Instagram/ TikTok:@AlbumModePod@AdrielSmileyOfficial@DemarjGrantClubhouse / Greenroom:@demar@adrielsmiley

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82:37

XCIX. Honestly, Nevermind | Drake

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2022/06/23

This week Demar and Adriel discuss Drake’s seventh studio album ‘Honestly, Nevermind’, Drake finally being unpredictable and him returning to being an artist rather than a scientist. Demar’s rating: 6.5Adriel’s rating: 6.5The Love List: Massive, Texts Go Green, Jimmy Cooks, Flights BookedPS. Is there a single song that’s more out of place than Jimmy Cooks on this album? It’s a great song, but uh…Follow us:Twitter / Instagram/ TikTok:@AlbumModePod@AdrielSmileydotcom@DemarjGrantClubhouse /

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57:45

XCVIII. Twelve Carat Toothache | Post Malone

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2022/06/08

This week Demar and Adriel discuss Post Malone’s latest album ‘Twelve Carat Toothache’, the deterioration of his sound and whether he needs to lean back towards hip hop. Demar’s rating: 3.5Adriel’s rating: 5The Love List: Cooped Up, Lemon Tree, I Like You, Love/Hate Letter To Alcohol (kinda)P.S. Had to knock this one down an extra .5 after listening to it a few more times after the pod - DemarFollow us:Twitter / Instagram/ TikTok:@AlbumModePod@AdrielSmileyOfficial@DemarjGrantClubhouse /

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41:37

XCVII. Forest In The City | UMI

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2022/06/03

This week Demar and Adriel discuss UMI’s debut album ‘Forest in the City’, its remarkable cohesion and themes of energy transfer. Demar’s rating: 8.5Adriel’s rating: 8.5The Love List: what would u do?, whatever u like, bird’s eye view, wish that i couldFollow us:Twitter / Instagram/ TikTok:@AlbumModePod@AdrielSmileyOfficial@DemarjGrantClubhouse / Greenroom:@demar@adrielsmiley

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55:10

XCVI. Harry's House | Harry Styles

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2022/05/26

This week Demar and Adriel discuss Harry Styles’ latest album ‘Harry’s House’, its inconsistent songwriting and the difference between art and commercial Demar’s rating: 5Adriel’s rating: 6The Love List: Cinema, Matilda, Satellite, DaydreamingP.S. Can’t wait to hear this album in my nearest CostcoFollow us:Twitter / Instagram/TikTok:@AlbumModePod@AdrielSmileyOfficial@DemarjGrantClubhouse / Greenroom:@demar@adrielsmiley

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85:26

XCV. Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers | Kendrick Lamar

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2022/05/18

This week Demar and Adriel discuss Kendrick Lamar’s latest album ‘Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers’, black trauma and Auntie Diaries. Demar’s rating: 8 Adriel’s rating: 8.5 The Love List: Father Time, N95, United in Grief, Rich Spirit, Savior, Silent Hill P.S. That Sampha hook on Father Time tho! Follow us: Twitter / Instagram: @AlbumModePod @AdrielSmileydotcom @DemarjGrant Clubhouse / Greenroom: @demar @adrielsmiley

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68:47

XCIV. Come Home The Kids Miss You | Jack Harlow +...

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2022/05/12

This week Demar and Adriel discuss Jack Harlow’s latest album ‘Come Home the Kids Miss You’, whiteness in hip hop and Drake passing the torch. Later the duo gives their thoughts on Kenrick Lamar’s latest single ‘The Heart Part 5’ (01:04:00).Demar’s rating: 6 Adriel’s rating: 6.5 The Love List: Churchill Downs, Like a Blade of Grass, Young Harleezy, Side Piece (After the beat switch) Follow us: Twitter / Instagram: @AlbumModePod @AdrielSmileydotcom @DemarjGrant Clubhouse / Greenroom: @demar

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45:42

XCIII. I NEVER LIKED YOU | Future

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2022/05/05

This week Demar and Adriel discuss Future’s latest album ‘I NEVER LIKED YOU’, why it even exists and Future type beats Demar’s rating: 4Adriel’s rating: 4The Love List: CHICKENS, 712PM, KEEP IT BURNINFollow us:Twitter / Instagram:@AlbumModePod@AdrielSmileyOfficial@DemarjGrantClubhouse / Greenroom:@demar@adrielsmiley

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66:45

XCII. It's Almost Dry | Pusha T

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2022/04/28

This week Demar and Adriel discuss Pusha T’s latest album ‘It’s Almost Dry’, Pharrell vs Kanye and whether Pusha ever needs to switch up. Demar’s rating: 7.5Adriel’s rating: 8.5The Love List: Brambleton, Neck & Wrist, Diet Coke, Scrape It Off, Hear Me Clearly, Just So You RememberP.S. Who does Pusha T’s hair? I need someone to braid mine. - DFollow us:Twitter / Instagram:@AlbumModePod@AdrielSmileydotcom@DemarjGrantClubhouse / Greenroom:@demar@adrielsmiley

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39:56

XCI. Noughty By Nature | Digga D

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2022/04/19

This week Demar and Adriel discuss Digga D’s latest mixtape ‘Noughty By Nature’, the absence of sliding 808’s and the emergence of 50 Cent’s influence. Demar’s rating: 6Adriel’s rating: 5The Love List: Why, Main Road, Stuck In the Mud, G LockFollow us:Twitter / Instagram:@AlbumModePod@AdrielSmileyOfficial@DemarjGrantClubhouse / Greenroom:@demar@adrielsmiley

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51:52

XC. Ramona Park Broke My Heart | Vince Staples

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2022/04/12

This week Demar and Adriel discuss Vince Staples fifth studio album ‘Ramona Park Broke My Heart’, and whether he’d be more popular if he released his discography backwards. Demar’s rating: 8.5Adriel’s rating: 8The Love List: When Sparks Fly, Aye! (Free the Homies), Magic, SlideFollow us:Twitter / Instagram:@AlbumModePod@AdrielSmileydotcom@DemarjGrantClubhouse / Greenroom:@demar@adrielsmiley

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60:56

LXXXIX. D-Day: A Gangsta Grillz Mixtape | Dreamville

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2022/04/07

This week Demar and Adriel discuss Dreamville’s latest mixtape ‘D-Day: A Gangsta Grillz Mixtape’, J.Cole’s stature in hip hop and whether Bas and A$AP Ferg should join forces. Demar’s rating: 5.5Adriel’s rating: 6.5The Love List: Stick, Lifestyle, Heaven’s EP, Starting 5Follow us:Twitter / Instagram:@AlbumModePod@AdrielSmileyOfficial@DemarjGrantClubhouse / Greenroom:@demar@adrielsmiley

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60:50

LXXXVIII. I Know Nigo | Nigo + The Will Smith - Chris...

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2022/03/29

This week Demar and Adriel discuss Nigo’s latest album ‘I Know Nigo’, Cozy Tapes 3 and whether Tyler, the Creator is the best rapper out. Then the duo talks about The Slap Heard Around The World, Will Smith slapping Chris Rock at the Oscars (47:56). Demar’s rating: 8.5Adriel’s rating: 8The Love List: Lost and Found Freestyle 2019, Come On, Let's Go, Hear Me Clearly, RememberP.S. We’re talking about Latto’s album ‘777’, on Twitter Spaces on Wednesday March 30 at 6PM Eastern.Follow us:Twitter /

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46:15

LXXXVII. Tana Talk 4 | Benny The Butcher

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2022/03/17

This week Demar and Adriel discuss Benny the Butcher’s latest project ‘Tana Talk 4’, who’s the best rapper in Griselda and The Alchemist's brilliant production. Demar’s rating: 6.5Adriel’s rating: 8.5The Love List: Johnny P’s Caddy, Weekends In The Perry’s, Thowy’s Revenge, 10 More CommandmentsP.S. Yes, Stove God Cooks is a real rapper.Follow us:Twitter / Instagram:@AlbumModePod@AdrielSmileyOfficial@DemarjGrantClubhouse / Greenroom:@demar@adrielsmiley

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52:21

LXXXVI. Who Cares? | Rex Orange County + Tyler, the...

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2022/03/16

This week Demar and Adriel discuss Rex Orange County’s latest album ‘WHO CARES?’, its orchestral production and flower boy 2 Demar’s rating: 6.5Adriel’s rating: 6.5The Love List: OPEN A WINDOW, THE SHADE, IF YOU WANT IT, SHOOT ME DOWNP.S. If you weren’t at the Tyler concert, do you even exist?Follow us:Twitter / Instagram:@AlbumModePod@AdrielSmileyOfficial@DemarjGrantClubhouse / Greenroom:@demar@adrielsmiley

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47:00

LXXXV. Duality | Luna Li

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2022/03/10

This week Demar and Adriel talk about Luna Li’s debut album ‘Duality’, her pristine production and how established already is. Demar’s rating: 9.5 Adriel’s rating: 8 The Love List: Silver Into Rain, What You’re Thinking, Flower, Star Stuff P.S. R.I.P. The Notorious B.I.G., it's the 25th anniversary of Biggie Smalls' passing. Follow us: Twitter / Instagram: @AlbumModePod @AdrielSmileydotcom @DemarjGrant Clubhouse / Greenroom: @demar @adrielsmiley

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71:01

LXXXIV. God Don't Make Mistakes | Conway The Machine...

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2022/03/02

This week Demar and Adriel review Conway the Machine’s latest album ‘God Don’t Make Mistakes’, its off-kilter production and the other side of gang life. Then the duo talk Euphoria, Dominic Fike’s appearance and their thoughts on the show overall. (54:25) Demar’s rating: 7 Adriel’s rating: 8.5 The Love List: Piano Love, Stressed, So Much More, Drumwork P.S. Fexi Forever Follow us:Twitter / Instagram: @AlbumModePod @AdrielSmileydotcom@DemarjGrant Clubhouse / Greenroom: @demar

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42:31

LXXXIII. 2 Alivë | Yeat

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2022/02/24

This week Demar and Adriel discuss Yeat’s latest album ‘2 Alivë’, its genre, lack of hooks and Yeat’s delivery Demar’s rating: 6Adriel’s rating: 4.5The Love List: Rackz on më, Doublë, Outsidë, Still CountinP.S. Euphoria finale episode next week!P.P.S. That bell!Follow us:Twitter / Instagram@AlbumModePod@AdrielSmileyOfficial@DemarjGrantClubhouse / Greenroom:@demar@adrielsmiley

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27:42

LXXXII. Ethereal | $not

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2022/02/17

This week Demar and Adriel review $not’s third studio album ‘Ethereal’, scatterbrained production and non-existent cohesion Demar’s rating: 4Adriel’s rating: 6The Love List: Halle Berry, How U Feel, EYE EYE EYE, high IQFollow us:Twitter / Instagram@AlbumModePod@AdrielSmileyOfficial@DemarjGrantClubhouse / Greenroom:@demar@adrielsmiley

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39:37

LXXXI. Few Good Things | Saba

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2022/02/09

This week Demar and Adriel review Saba’s sophomore album ‘Few Good Things’, its sunny Sunday production and reminiscing Demar’s rating: 6.5 Adriel’s rating: 7.5 The Love List: One Way or Every N***a With a Budget, Come My Way, Still, If I Had a Dollar, 2012 P.S. Happy Anniversary to Brent Faiyaz’s ‘Fuck the World’ Follow us: Twitter / Instagram: @AlbumModePod @AdrielSmileydotcom@DemarjGrant Clubhouse / Greenroom: @demar @adrielsmiley

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