Cover image of Bandsplain

Bandsplain

Bandsplain is a show where host Yasi Salek invites experts to explain cult bands and iconic artists - and why people love them - using a curated playlist to help you understand the hype.

Podcast cover

Paramore with Ira Madison III

Paramore with Ira Madison III

Paramore exploded into the popular consciousness in the mid aughts only a couple short years after forming, releasing th... Read more

27 Apr 2023

3hr 15mins

Podcast cover

No Doubt with Bethany Cosentino

No Doubt with Bethany Cosentino

Would you believe us if we told you there was a moment in 1995 when some people wondered out loud if Anaheim was the new... Read more

20 Apr 2023

3hr 11mins

Podcast cover

The 2002 Music Draft with Chris Ryan and Rob Harvilla

The 2002 Music Draft with Chris Ryan and Rob Harvilla

Chris Ryan and Rob Harvilla return to Bandsplain Arena with our star player Yasi. On this episode we dive into the heart... Read more

13 Apr 2023

1hr 19mins

Podcast cover

Depeche Mode: Part 2 with Patrik Sandberg

Depeche Mode: Part 2 with Patrik Sandberg

That’s right listeners, you’re back taking a ride with your best friend. Our Heroes Yasi and Patrik return to hack their... Read more

6 Apr 2023

2hr 33mins

Most Popular Podcasts

Podcast cover

Depeche Mode: Part 1 with Patrik Sandberg

Depeche Mode: Part 1 with Patrik Sandberg

The story of how a few synth-curious teenagers became one of the most influential - and enduring - musical institutions ... Read more

30 Mar 2023

2hr 54mins

Podcast cover

Joy Division with Anthony Anzaldo

Joy Division with Anthony Anzaldo

Joy Division made a huge impact in a very short amount of time. The iconic Manchester outfit that would tragically have ... Read more

23 Mar 2023

4hr 4mins

Podcast cover

The Cure: Part 2 with Hanif Abdurraqib

The Cure: Part 2 with Hanif Abdurraqib

Hanif and Yasi continue on their voyage, picking up in the heart of the Cure’s discography. Did we leave you with your H... Read more

16 Mar 2023

2hr 59mins

Podcast cover

The Cure: Part 1 with Hanif Abdurraqib

The Cure: Part 1 with Hanif Abdurraqib

We're back babe and we're bringing you an epic two-parter on the Cure, with a Bandsplain favorite repeat guest, the reno... Read more

9 Mar 2023

4hr 43mins

Podcast cover

The 1992 Music Draft

The 1992 Music Draft

To celebrate the end of the year spent in our new home at The Ringer, we thought it would be important to immerse oursel... Read more

22 Dec 2022

1hr 41mins

Podcast cover

Teenage Fanclub with Ben Gibbard

Teenage Fanclub with Ben Gibbard

Teenage Fanclub emerged from the fertile Scottish rock scene of the late 80s as a fully formed power pop band and went o... Read more

15 Dec 2022

4hr 13mins

“Podium: AI tools for podcasters. Generate show notes, transcripts, highlight clips, and more with AI. Try it today at https://podium.page”