Music
On Episode 11 of Beyond The Artist, Matt Weiner talks to Washington Post Pop music critic Chris Richards about one of the greatest specimens to bless the Earth-Young Thug. They break down everything from his personality to his trend setting offbeat flow. Chris also gives some insight on what it is like to work for the Washington Post and the influence Hip-hop has had on him. You can follow us on Twitter @Chris__richards and @Tharealmattyw, and follow myself on Instagram @Threalmattyw and @Beyondtheartistpod. (0:00) Introduction (1:20) Washington Capitals/Nationals recent bandwagon (4:45) Impact of music growing up (7:00) Initial reaction to Young Thug (9:00) Young Thug purpose in his vocals (11:25) Young Thug “alien esque” personality (12:55) Importance of Slime Season series (14:45) Growing up with Young Thug (15:30) History helping contextualise music (17:00) Matt’s Song Of The Day: Check by Young Thug (19:00) Finding new music through new people (20:25) Chris’ Song Of The Day: Just How It Is by Young Thug (23:30) Importance of adding purpose to sound (25:00) Importance of experiencing firsts (26:45) Conclusion