Jalen Ngonda "If You Don't Want My Love"

In this episode of Riffs on Riffs, Joe and Toby dig into “If You Don’t Want My Love” by Jalen Ngonda — a track that feels equal parts vintage and urgent. From the moment the needle drops (figuratively speaking), the conversation moves beyond the song itself and into something deeper: love, longing, and what we do when connection isn’t returned. Along the way, they unpack Ngonda’s origin story—from Maryland roots to the Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts—and explore the unmistakable texture of his sound: live instrumentation, layered harmonies, and what Toby dubs a “power falsetto.” It’s a voice that nods to legends like Sam Cooke and Marvin Gaye, but refuses to be pinned down. Joe and Toby zoom out to ask a bigger question: Why is this sound coming back now? Their answer lands somewhere between culture and craving. In a world of noise, speed, and algorithm-driven everything, this resurgence of organic, human-centered music feels less like nourishment. From Motown grooves to modern burnout, from solo concert experiences to shared moments of belonging, this episode is a meditation on connection itself. Music restores us. So whether you’re here for the riffs, the storytelling, or the search for something real…you’re in the right place! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Ariana Grande "petal"

Ariana Grande is going a little feral, but she’s doing it with remarkable restraint. This week, Joe and Toby dig into “Petal” and Ariana’s latest album, exploring how one of pop’s most gifted vocalis...

27 Elo 1h 5min

Angine de Poitrine "Fabienk"

Prepare for an intergalactic funk transmission as Joe and Toby explore “Fabiano” by Quebec duo Angine de Poitrine. Armed with masks, polka dots, microtonal guitars, dizzying rhythms, and enough loopin...

4 Elo 1h 5min

Sienna Spiro "Die On This Hill"

What are you willing to die on a hill for? For rising British singer-songwriter Sienna Spiro, the question becomes a haunting exploration of loyalty, stubbornness, and the moment you realize you may b...

22 Heinä 53min

Olivia Rodrigo "Drop Dead"

Joe and Toby dive into Olivia Rodrigo’s “Drop Dead,” unpacking the emotional precision, lyrical sharpness, and intimate vocal delivery that make her music feel like an inner monologue. The conversatio...

2 Heinä 52min

Drake - "Janice STFU"

This week on Riffs on Riffs, we tackle one of the most polarizing artists of the modern era: Drake, his track “Janice STFU,” and the massive cultural machine surrounding the release of Iceman. Alonog ...

15 Kesä 1h 11min

Chris Brown "Fallin"

This week on Riffs on Riffs, we dive into “Fallin” by Chris Brown featuring Leon Thomas, and what starts as a conversation about one song quickly turns into a full-blown exploration of modern R&B, blu...

14 Touko 1h 3min

Kehlani "Folded"

In this episode of Riffs on Riffs, we unpack “Folded” by Kehlani—a song that’s equal parts breakup, late-night temptation, and emotional tug-of-war. Inspired by a shoutout from Olivia Dean, we dive in...

28 Huhti 51min