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Oscar, Victor, Jojo, and Alex talk about Isaiah Rashad's Lil Sunny’s Awful Road Trip Tour show at the Salt Shed and an almost prophetic description of how Riot Fest 2026 would go down. Recorded in early September. The 4x4 segment includes tracks by Bloc Party, M83, feel trip., and Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith. The album review is Czarface Meets Frankie Pulitzer by Czarface and Frankie Pulitzer. Follow along with the monthly 4x4 picks by Liking the YCT Playlist on Spotify & subscribing to the podcast. Listen to all of the music discussed on the latest episode of the show here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5jnLdjJ3HBzETWPdHKWHpq You can also listen to the YCT Playlist on Apple Music: https://apple.co/39CwlaC Check out our weekly Spotify playlist, I Made This For You, updated on Fridays and featuring our favorite songs released during the current week. IMTFY playlist: - Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/i-made-this-for-you/pl.u-2aoqL3qCDvDB1 - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/47zdwKFNfoYpJfQxRtXWIS?si=8654e038a0314143

Oscar, Victor, Jojo, and Alex talk about some of the Summer 2026 shows the team has been checking out, including the long-anticipated Twin Peaks reunion concerts and My Chemical Romance's The Black Parade 2026 Tour. The 4x4 segment includes tracks by Ecca Vandal, Jungle, and more. The album review is Reality Awaits by The Strokes. Follow along with the monthly 4x4 picks by Liking the YCT Playlist on Spotify & subscribing to the podcast. Listen to all of the music discussed on the latest episode of the show here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5jnLdjJ3HBzETWPdHKWHpq You can also listen to the YCT Playlist on Apple Music: https://apple.co/39CwlaC Check out our weekly Spotify playlist, I Made This For You, updated on Fridays and featuring our favorite songs released during the current week. IMTFY playlist: - Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/i-made-this-for-you/pl.u-2aoqL3qCDvDB1 - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/47zdwKFNfoYpJfQxRtXWIS?si=8654e038a0314143

Oscar, Victor, Hector, and (Rod)rigo talk about the best artists and moments of Lollapalooza 2026 (including an aftershow). The squad also discuss Rigo and Oscar's experience at Jack White's phone-less show at Radius. The 4x4 segment also mostly revolves around Lolla artists, with Oscar's picks featuring some of his favorite artists at this year's festival, while Hector and Vic selecting songs from artists they would have liked catching at Lollapalooza. You'll hear songs by artists like Geese, Viagra Boys, bbno$, Los Retros, Die Spitz, Kim Theory, Steve Lacy, and Boy Harsher. Follow along with the monthly 4x4 picks by Liking the YCT Playlist on Spotify & subscribing to the podcast. Listen to all of the music discussed on the latest episode of the show here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5jnLdjJ3HBzETWPdHKWHpq You can also listen to the YCT Playlist on Apple Music: https://apple.co/39CwlaC Check out our weekly Spotify playlist, I Made This For You, updated on Fridays and featuring our favorite songs released during the current week. IMTFY playlist: - Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/i-made-this-for-you/pl.u-2aoqL3qCDvDB1 - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/47zdwKFNfoYpJfQxRtXWIS?si=8654e038a0314143

Oscar, Victor, Hector, and (Rod)rigo discuss the up-side to seeing The Brokes, a The Strokes cover band.  The 4x4 segment takes inspiration from the World Cup, with each host being assigned a group from the tournament to search for songs released by artists from those respective nations. Artists featured include MPH with Nathan Nicholson, BUNT. with JBS, a-ha, Lykke Li and more. Follow along with the monthly 4x4 picks by Liking the YCT Playlist on Spotify & subscribing to the podcast. Listen to all of the music discussed on the latest episode of the show here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5jnLdjJ3HBzETWPdHKWHpq You can also listen to the YCT Playlist on Apple Music: https://apple.co/39CwlaC Check out our weekly Spotify playlist, I Made This For You, updated on Fridays and featuring our favorite songs released during the current week. IMTFY playlist: - Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/i-made-this-for-you/pl.u-2aoqL3qCDvDB1 - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/47zdwKFNfoYpJfQxRtXWIS?si=8654e038a0314143

Vic, Jojo, Alex, and Oscar discuss the beauty of rocking out so hard you lose your voice the next day— this one courtesy of The Cribs at the Empty Bottle. The 4x4 segment includes tracks by Vince Staples, Westside Cowboy, Tokyo Shoegazer, & Kapil Seshasayee. This episode the Yo. Check This team reviews Something Worth Waiting For by Friko. Follow along with the monthly 4x4 picks by Liking the YCT Playlist on Spotify & subscribing to the podcast. Listen to all of the music discussed on the latest episode of the show here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5jnLdjJ3HBzETWPdHKWHpq You can also listen to the YCT Playlist on Apple Music: https://apple.co/39CwlaC Check out our weekly Spotify playlist, I Made This For You (IMTFY) — updated on Fridays — featuring our favorite songs released during the current week. IMTFY playlist: - Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/i-made-this-for-you/pl.u-2aoqL3qCDvDB1 - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/47zdwKFNfoYpJfQxRtXWIS?si=8654e038a0314143

Oscar, Victor, Hector, and (Rod)rigo discuss stand-out moments & performances from Coachella 2026, especially week 2 with The Strokes.  The 4x4 segment includes tracks by The Strokes, Fabienk, CA7RIEL & Paco Amoroso, ZEP & more. Follow along with the monthly 4x4 picks by Liking the YCT Playlist on Spotify & subscribing to the podcast. Listen to all of the music discussed on the latest episode of the show here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5jnLdjJ3HBzETWPdHKWHpq You can also listen to the YCT Playlist on Apple Music: https://apple.co/39CwlaC Check out our weekly Spotify playlist, I Made This For You, updated on Fridays and featuring our favorite songs released during the current week. IMTFY playlist: - Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/i-made-this-for-you/pl.u-2aoqL3qCDvDB1 - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/47zdwKFNfoYpJfQxRtXWIS?si=8654e038a0314143

Vic, Jojo, Alex, and Oscar discuss recent shows like Divorce playing at Schubas, shouting out local band Sun Queen. The crew also talked about the Lollapalooza 2026 daily lineup... and Jojo outlines the fits she'll be wearing for each headliner. The 4x4 segment includes songs by Pond, Grace Ives, Brigitte Calls Me Baby, and Fabiano do Nascimento & Vittor Santos e Orquestra. The crew also reviewed Harry Styles' latest album, Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally. Follow along with the monthly 4x4 picks by Liking the YCT Playlist on Spotify & subscribing to the podcast. Listen to all of the music discussed on the latest episode of the show here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5jnLdjJ3HBzETWPdHKWHpq You can also listen to the YCT Playlist on Apple Music: https://apple.co/39CwlaC Check out our weekly Spotify playlist, I Made This For You, updated on Fridays and featuring our favorite songs released during the current week. IMTFY playlist: - Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/i-made-this-for-you/pl.u-2aoqL3qCDvDB1 - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/47zdwKFNfoYpJfQxRtXWIS?si=8654e038a0314143

Oscar, Victor, Hector, and (Rod)rigo discuss how their picks for the 2026 Grammys turned out. The group also shouted out Bad Bunny's Super Bowl performance. The 4x4 segment includes tracks by Ezra Collective with Greentea Peng, Planta Industrial with aka the darknight and Saso, Vundabar, Knocked Loose with Denzel Curry, and alexsucks. Follow along with the monthly 4x4 picks by Liking the YCT Playlist on Spotify & subscribing to the podcast. Listen to all of the music discussed on the latest episode of the show here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5jnLdjJ3HBzETWPdHKWHpq You can also listen to the YCT Playlist on Apple Music: https://apple.co/39CwlaC Check out our weekly Spotify playlist, I Made This For You, updated on Fridays and featuring our favorite songs released during the current week. IMTFY playlist: - Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/i-made-this-for-you/pl.u-2aoqL3qCDvDB1 - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/47zdwKFNfoYpJfQxRtXWIS?si=8654e038a0314143

Vic, Jojo, Alex, and Oscar's first episode starts off with a conversation about Jojo's coverage of Sudan Archives' show at Thalia Hall and Enjambre at the House of Blues. The crew also discusses the upcoming Harry Styles tour— and how difficult it's become to snag tickets. The 4x4 picks includes songs by Dev, Kiala & Afroblaster, Thundercat & Mac Miller, and the Damon Albarn, Grian Chatten, Kae Tempest collab with War Child Records. The crew also reviewed Ratboy's new album, Singin' to an Empty Chair. Follow along with the monthly 4x4 picks by Liking the YCT Playlist on Spotify & subscribing to the podcast. Listen to all of the music discussed on the latest episode of the show here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5jnLdjJ3HBzETWPdHKWHpq You can also listen to the YCT Playlist on Apple Music: https://apple.co/39CwlaC Check out our weekly Spotify playlist, I Made This For You, updated on Fridays and featuring our favorite songs released during the current week. IMTFY playlist: - Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/i-made-this-for-you/pl.u-2aoqL3qCDvDB1 - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/47zdwKFNfoYpJfQxRtXWIS?si=8654e038a0314143

Vic, Jojo, Alex, and Oscar's first episode together of 2026 includes a discussion of shows they're excited about in the new year like Disclosure, Sudan Archives, and the return of Chicago's own, Twin Peaks. The 4x4 picks includes songs by Harry Styles, Zena, Snail Mail, and The Damned. The crew also reviewed Rawayana's new album, ¿Dónde Es El After? which got a score of three Digs and one Big Dig Energy. Follow along with the monthly 4x4 picks by Liking the YCT Playlist on Spotify & subscribing to the podcast. Listen to all of the music discussed on the latest episode of the show here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5jnLdjJ3HBzETWPdHKWHpq You can also listen to the YCT Playlist on Apple Music: https://apple.co/39CwlaC Check out our weekly Spotify playlist, I Made This For You, updated on Fridays and featuring our favorite songs released during the current week. IMTFY playlist: - Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/i-made-this-for-you/pl.u-2aoqL3qCDvDB1 - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/47zdwKFNfoYpJfQxRtXWIS?si=8654e038a0314143

Oscar, Victor, Hector, and (Rod)rigo discuss their picks for the 2026 Grammys. The 4x4 segment includes tracks by Father John Misty, Viagra Boys, A$AP Rocky, Joyce Manor, Ex Lover, Jason Nolan, GALE, and Wuki. Follow along with the monthly 4x4 picks by Liking the YCT Playlist on Spotify & subscribing to the podcast. Listen to all of the music discussed on the latest episode of the show here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5jnLdjJ3HBzETWPdHKWHpq You can also listen to the YCT Playlist on Apple Music: https://apple.co/39CwlaC Check out our weekly Spotify playlist, I Made This For You, updated on Fridays and featuring our favorite songs released during the current week. IMTFY playlist: - Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/i-made-this-for-you/pl.u-2aoqL3qCDvDB1 - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/47zdwKFNfoYpJfQxRtXWIS?si=8654e038a0314143 Seattle

Vic, Alex, and Oscar bid farewell to 2025 with a discussion of their favorite songs and favorite albums of the year. The YCT crew also share highlights from their Apple Music Replay & Spotify Wrapped results. Listen to all of the 4x4 YCT picks for 2025: Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/yo-check-this-2025/pl.u-jV8963ps7N7YZSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2L2DbNMCZcGQxVMNnHzLeR?si=4260198da08842ee Follow along with the monthly 4x4 picks by Liking the YCT Playlist on Spotify & subscribing to the podcast. Listen to all of the music discussed on the latest episode of the show here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5jnLdjJ3HBzETWPdHKWHpq You can also listen to the YCT Playlist on Apple Music: https://apple.co/39CwlaC Check out our weekly Spotify playlist, I Made This For You, updated on Fridays and featuring our favorite songs released during the current week. IMTFY playlist: - Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/i-made-this-for-you/pl.u-2aoqL3qCDvDB1 - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/47zdwKFNfoYpJfQxRtXWIS?si=8654e038a0314143

Oscar, Victor, Hector, and (Rod)rigo discuss their favorite live performances of 2025, from Turnstile to Green Day to Alabama Shakes. The 4x4 segment includes the hosts' favorite songs of 2025, which tracks by Kali Uchis, Bad Bunny, Clipse, St. Vincent, Future Nobodies and more.  Follow along with the monthly 4x4 picks by Liking the YCT Playlist on Spotify & subscribing to the podcast. Listen to all of the music discussed on the latest episode of the show here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5jnLdjJ3HBzETWPdHKWHpq You can also listen to the YCT Playlist on Apple Music: https://apple.co/39CwlaC Check out our weekly Spotify playlist, I Made This For You, updated on Fridays and featuring our favorite songs released during the current week. IMTFY playlist: - Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/i-made-this-for-you/pl.u-2aoqL3qCDvDB1 - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/47zdwKFNfoYpJfQxRtXWIS?si=8654e038a0314143

Oscar, Victor, Hector, and (Rod)rigo discuss the Grammys 2026 nominees and the 2025 Latin Grammys. The 4x4 segment includes songs by Kali Uchis, Chanpan, Genesis Owusu, Portugal. The Man and more.  Follow along with the monthly 4x4 picks by Liking the YCT Playlist on Spotify & subscribing to the podcast. Listen to all of the music discussed on the latest episode of the show here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5jnLdjJ3HBzETWPdHKWHpq You can also listen to the YCT Playlist on Apple Music: https://apple.co/39CwlaC Check out our weekly Spotify playlist, I Made This For You, updated on Fridays and featuring our favorite songs released during the current week. IMTFY playlist: - Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/i-made-this-for-you/pl.u-2aoqL3qCDvDB1 - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/47zdwKFNfoYpJfQxRtXWIS?si=8654e038a0314143

Oscar, Victor, Alex, and Jojo talk about the latest Tame Impala tour and making sound financial decisions.... like not saying no to purchasing concert merch! The 4x4 segment includes songs by KISS, Snocaps, DRAIN, and Danny Brown. RIP Ace Frehley  This episode's album review is Shish by Portugal. The Man  Follow along with the monthly 4x4 picks by Liking the YCT Playlist on Spotify & subscribing to the podcast. Listen to all of the music discussed on the latest episode of the show here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5jnLdjJ3HBzETWPdHKWHpq You can also listen to the YCT Playlist on Apple Music: https://apple.co/39CwlaC Check out our weekly Spotify playlist, I Made This For You, updated on Fridays and featuring our favorite songs released during the current week. IMTFY playlist: - Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/i-made-this-for-you/pl.u-2aoqL3qCDvDB1 - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/47zdwKFNfoYpJfQxRtXWIS?si=8654e038a0314143