there’s a poise that star brings to the show...despite his hater schtick there’s a level of professionalism that he brings...idk if younger fans can/would appreciate it...I agree that joe was all over the place and for me it was unsettling...it led to some drama tho which folks (including myself @ times) liked but there were other times where he just seemed spaced out for lack of a better word...like he just wasn’t fucking there...as a result you had some shows that were good and others that just weren’t worth watching cuz he brought nothing to the table on those days...I initially started watching the new season to see how star would get @ ak but I find myself enjoying the show and the quick rapport they’ve developed...I’ve watched every show so far since he’s been on...hope they keep it up...it actually feels like a professional show...again idk how well it will resonate w/ younger audiences tho
this isn't a music podcast anymore
-its only fan reaction now.
Last 2 episodes especially - either Star didn't know what the fuck he is talking about or is happily trolling Ak n Nedeska - most times there is no analysis on the industry or business, he rarely gives any logic, analogy, facts or personal experience to back up his opinions...
really listen to this shit here
- this dude literally spoke in gibberish - so young heads should love him
there is very little debate now- mostly Ak and Nadeska trying to get a straight answer out of Star or get a follow up or get clarification on his vagueness....
today was the Grammy episode and it was 45 minutes of nothing - no edge, no real perspective, no hot takes, no deep dive...
shit was just Star trolling about guessing the winners without shedding light on:
- why the white girl had more "impact" among Grammy voters than Sza...
- why Jay didn't campaign to win any awards this year
instead all we got was Star trolling with contradictory false narrative
Star's logic
: Alessia Cara won because of limited impact - Jay lost because of limited impact
Everyday Struggle? is now
SAFE, it fits in with Complex's other drivel - in two weeks they'll start having sponsors.
There is no longer any reason that anyone with industry curiosity, knowledge, or access should watch the show...
This won't have a viral moment again until Star is better prepared and takes off the muzzle (exception: if a guest with real smoke for Ak gets booked)-
Every fucking episode Star deflects by bringing up his resume, when cornered he retreats to attacking Ak with what-about-isims...
Troll the audience, not your co hosts...