From curated popular music selections to original works specifically created for a film, great soundtracks have the power to elevate scenes, guide audience emotions, and sometimes become enjoyable listening experiences on their own. Pull up a comfy chair, grab some...
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Classic Punk Rock: Buzzcocks, Wire, Stiff Little Fingers
Feeling the need to break some stuff? Some classic punk rock might be just what you need. Raise a fist in the air and join us as we discuss 3 classic albums from punk rock's beginnings. Buzzcocks - Another Music in a Different Kitchen (1978) Wire - Pink Flag (1977)...
Anger: Machine Head, Pink Floyd, Hole
AHHHH! Every once in awhile you gotta get it out. Music is a great release for anything that might make you angry. On today's show we explore three albums that deal with anger in different ways. Scream into a pillow and join us for a little music therapy. Machine Head...
Hidden Gems (Talk Talk, Brad)
Many worthy records never receive the recognition they deserve. Promotion, timing and accessibility often get in the way of great art finding its way to the people that might appreciate it the most. On today's show we talk over two album gems from bands that never...
Grew to Love (Death Grips, The The, Green Day)
Some albums are love at first listen, but other's take a bit more time to reveal their true value. Whether it's a bad first listen, miss-placed expectations or just being the wrong age - some albums take time to love. Join us as we discuss some of our favorites. Death...
Red Hot Chili Peppers – Blood Sugar Sex Magik
With a title like Blood Sugar Sex Magik, you might expect the music to be graphic, loud and a little weird - and you wouldn't be wrong. The Chili Peppers 1991 effort with producer Rick Rubin is stuffed with lots of big ideas, sounds and personalities. Join for a...
Pearl Jam – Ten
Pearl Jam's debut record became an iconic part of the alternative rock (yes, grunge) movement of the early 1990s. Their anthemic hooks, flashy guitars and emotive vocals made them fan and media favorites. Join us as we look back on the album, the era and how it all...
Double Albums (Miles Davis, The Cure, The Beatles)
Time to get comfy and put on some double albums. On today's show we discuss some of our favorite (dare I say classic) double albums. Miles Davis - Bitches Brew (Andy)The Cure - Kiss Me, Kiss Me, Kiss Me (Don)The Beatles - The Beatles (Dude) What do you think of these...
VMA Winners (Taylor Swift, REM, The Cars)
Over the last few decades, the VMA's have been a plentiful source of meme-worthy moments from the day's most popular musicians. On today's show we discuss records from three Video of the Year winners and talk over some of our favorite music videos. Taylor Swift -...
In the Movies (Stealers Wheel, The Replacements, Queen)
Sometimes songs are as important to a film as the images. Iconic scenes are often paired with a classic song. On today's show we talk about albums that feature a song that's forever etched into our memories by a movie. Stealers Wheel - Stealers Wheel (Andy)The...