This week’s Live From Mars is packed! Alex (aka Mars, aka @vinylbymars on TikTok and Instagram) dives into the latest New Music Friday releases, breaks down the perfect release timing for a potential Song of the Summer, and answers your AMA questions in celebration of hitting 100,000 followers on TikTok!
In this episode:
Miley Cyrus returns with Prelude, Something Beautiful, and End of the World—is she entering another avant-garde era?
Joe Keery (yes, Steve Harrington from Stranger Things) drops a stunning new album under Djo—why The Crux feels like his most emotional work yet.
Ed Sheeran's back with Azizam and a brand new concept era—what we think of “Play” so far
Is April the best month to drop a Song of the Summer? A deep dive into past hits, new contenders (Drake, Sabrina Carpenter, Miley), and streaming trends.
Your ultimate Record Store Day 2025 guide—what to know, how to prep, and the top releases to hunt for.
A special Ask Me Anything segment tackling his most anticipated concerts of 2025, the truth about VinylTok in 2025, no-skip albums, what's next for Taylor Swift in 2025, and more!
Whether you're here for chart talk, new releases, or getting to know Alex better, this episode is your one-stop shop for all things pop.
Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction
01:58 - Record Store Day Tips & Tricks
05:27 - When to Release a Song of the Summer Contender
10:31 - Miley Cyrus' "Something Beautiful"
15:23 - Ed Sheeran's "Azizam"
18:12 - Djo's "The Crux"
21:15 - Ask Mars Anything
26:01 - The State of VinylTok in 2025
29:00 - Two No-Skip Albums
34:08 - Taylor Swift's 2025 Releases
Chime in! What’s your pick for 2025’s song of the summer? What are you planning to grab on Record Store Day? Drop a comment and let Alex know.
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