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In episode twenty‑seven of Skip’d, Rob & Mike step into the tender, introspective world of Loyle Carner’s 2019 masterpiece Not Waving, But Drowning — a record that cemented Carner as one of the most emotionally articulate and quietly groundbreaking voices in UK hip‑hop.

Warm, soulful, and disarmingly honest, the album blends jazz‑soaked production, spoken‑word intimacy, and Carner’s trademark confessional storytelling into a deeply personal exploration of love, loss, growth, and the messy business of becoming an adult. From the heartfelt vulnerability of “Dear Jean” to the breezy optimism of “Ottolenghi,” this is Carner at his most open, reflective, and quietly triumphant. It’s the soundtrack for long walks, late‑night overthinking, and every moment you’re trying to figure out who you are — and who you want to be.

What’s inside:

• A breakdown of standout cuts like the soulful “Ottolenghi,” the gut‑punch letter‑to‑his‑mum “Dear Jean,” and the introspective slow‑burn “Loose Ends”
• A deep dive into Carner’s artistic evolution — how Not Waving, But Drowning expands his palette with richer instrumentation, tighter storytelling, and a more mature emotional lens
• Reflections on the album’s critical reception, its place in the UK hip‑hop landscape, and how Carner’s vulnerability reshaped expectations of what a modern rap record can be
• Plus Rob & Mike look back on their own early‑twenties chaos — the friendships, the false starts, and the moments that felt like drowning and waving all at once

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In episode twenty‑six of Skip’d, Rob & Mike plunge into the chaotic, cathartic world of Slipknot’s 2019 behemoth We Are Not Your Kind — a record that proved the band could still evolve, still innovate, and still hit harder than almost anyone in modern metal.

Equal parts experimental and punishing, the album fuses industrial dread, atmospheric electronics, and the band’s trademark brutality into a sprawling statement of identity and defiance. From the suffocating tension of “Unsainted” to the glitch‑ridden menace of “Nero Forte,” this is Slipknot at their most focused, furious, and creatively unhinged. It’s the soundtrack for emotional purging, late‑night adrenaline spikes, and every moment you need to scream your way back to life.

What’s inside:

• A breakdown of standout cuts like “Unsainted,” “Nero Forte,” and the haunting slow‑burn “Spiders”
• A deep dive into the band’s sonic evolution — exploring how We Are Not Your Kind blends experimentation with classic Slipknot aggression, and how the album reflects the band’s internal fractures and renewed sense of purpose
• Reflections on the album’s critical acclaim, its place in Slipknot’s legacy, and whether this era represents a creative rebirth or the sharpening of a formula perfected over two decades
• Plus Rob & Mike reflect on life in the English school system as alternative kids.

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In episode twenty‑five of Skip’d, Rob & Mike step into the world of Beyoncé’s 2011 masterstroke '4' — the album that marked her boldest artistic pivot yet. Trading in the club‑ready sheen of her earlier hits for a richer, more soulful palette, 4 is a celebration of vocal power, emotional depth, and fearless creative control. From the triumphant blast of “Love On Top” to the simmering heartbreak of “I Miss You,” Beyoncé crafted a record that feels both timeless and intensely personal, a love letter to classic R&B delivered with modern‑day precision. It’s the soundtrack for late‑night reflections, big life decisions, and every moment you need to remind yourself who you are.

What’s inside:

• A breakdown of standout moments like “Love On Top,” “Countdown,” and the soaring balladry of “1+1”
• A deep dive into Beyoncé’s artistic shift — exploring her decision to step away from trends, embrace live instrumentation, and build an album rooted in emotion rather than chart expectations
• Reflections on the album’s initially mixed reception, its long‑term critical reappraisal, and whether 4 represents the true turning point in Beyoncé’s evolution into a full‑fledged auteur
• Plus the moment that Mike draws the dots between Queen Bey and comedian Bo Burnham.

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