Before streaming made every song instantly available, listening to music was an experience. We visited record stores, studied album covers, read liner notes, played cassette tapes from Side A to Side B, shared music with friends, requested radio dedications, and waited for music videos to premiere.

In this episode of The Rap Soul Podcast, 12Kyle revisits the unforgettable rituals surrounding music in the 1980s, 1990s, and early 2000s. He also examines viral music commentary, manufactured hot takes, respect for music legends, and what today’s listeners may have lost in exchange for convenience.

What do you miss most about the old-school music experience?

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