Listen "Ep 7: Ed Sheeran - '+'"
Episode Synopsis
Find all the links you need at https://linktr.ee/skipdpod In episode seven of SKiP’D, Rob & Mike explore Ed Sheeran’s debut album +, a genre-blending collection that launched the British singer-songwriter into global stardom. Chosen by a listener who still tears up to "Small Bump," this album fuses acoustic intimacy with rhythmic wordplay and pop polish. From the haunting storytelling of "The A Team" to the rapid-fire delivery of "You Need Me, I Don’t Need You," the duo unpacks how + redefined expectations for solo artists in the 2010s.What’s inside:A track-by-track breakdown of Sheeran’s lyrical themes, production choices, and emotional range.Rob & Mike’s take on the album’s influence on modern pop, the rise of loop pedal performance, and Sheeran’s songwriting evolution.Listener memories, heartfelt reactions, and an unsettling amount of Nando's facts.Stream Skip’d on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your audio fix. Got an album that makes you wanna scream the chorus at the top of your lungs? Send it our way—Rob & Mike are ready to skip it next.
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