Our 2025 Year in Music Videos – Highlights, Hot Takes, and What’s Next

Rewind & React closes out the year by hitting pause, rewinding the tape, and looking back at everything that made this year unforgettable.

Adam and Rob revisit the standout music videos they covered, the surprises they didn’t see coming, and the moments that sparked the biggest debates behind the mic.

Here’s what we’re covering:

• The music videos that exceeded expectations — and the ones that completely shocked them

• Favorite visual moments, creative risks, and storytelling choices from across the year

• Which artists delivered the strongest visuals and who might be quietly redefining the format

• Recurring themes they noticed in modern music videos, from nostalgia and horror to hyperpop chaos

• The hardest videos to break down — and the ones that sparked the best conversations

• What worked, what didn’t, and which videos deserve a second look

The episode wraps with a look ahead: what kinds of videos they want to tackle next, artists they’re excited to revisit, and how Rewind & React will continue to evolve in the coming year.

It’s a celebration of music videos, pop culture, and the joy of over analyzing every frame.